A Vegas Discussion

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Originally posted by Favre2Walker:
Sweeeeett!!! I'll show you the ladies... Coyote Ugly Bar! Nothing like drinking 24/7 and being able to walk the strip and not have a care in the world...

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Coyote Ugly bar...sounds good to me. We could probably get some good pictures to share in Vegas!

drmrboy

I will be going out with my dad in January, then again with my wife in March. I am taking her to the Duran Duran concert at the Hard Rock. Don't mind the music, but never thought I would be going to one of their shows.

As for going to Coyote Ugly, I didn't think it was worth it. High prices, decent women but nothing great. For what they spend you may as well go to one of the strip joints.

Freemont Street experience is pretty cool. I was surprised at how much I liked it.

It sounds like a lot of people like going to Vegas, but were not getting any stories. What's the deal?

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Originally posted by edgefour:
It sounds like a lot of people like going to Vegas, but were not getting any stories. What's the deal?

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What happens in Vegas, STAYS in Vegas.

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Originally posted by edgefour:
drmrboy

As for going to Coyote Ugly, I didn't think it was worth it. High prices, decent women but nothing great. For what they spend you may as well go to one of the strip joints.

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I agree -- you want women go to the pool at the Hard Rock, or go to some of the clubs, or private clubs if you can get in. Foundation Room, Rain, Ice, 54, Skin etc. (I am sure there are newer clubs, I haven't been out there in a year or so).

Of course . . . can't go wrong w/ Spearmint Rhino if that is what you are looking for.

Spearmint Rhino is a nice place to visit, as is Olympic Gardens.

drmrboy-

When are you guys heading out for the bachelor party, and did my invite get lost in the mail?


There are a ton of things to do with a group of guys in Vegas. How many do you have going?
There are some hotels like the Hard Rock that have package deals for BP's, but they can get pricey.


As for going to clubs, there are ways I read on other boards to get on VIP lists, etc.

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Originally posted by edgefour:
Spearmint Rhino is a nice place to visit, as is Olympic Gardens.

drmrboy-

When are you guys heading out for the bachelor party, and did my invite get lost in the mail?


There are a ton of things to do with a group of guys in Vegas. How many do you have going?
There are some hotels like the Hard Rock that have package deals for BP's, but they can get pricey.


As for going to clubs, there are ways I read on other boards to get on VIP lists, etc.

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Hey edge, the bachelor party is for Favre2Walker, actually. Yes...he's tying the knot...I warned him! He could give you more details than I could. I'm not positive on how many are going, but sounds like there will be about 8-10?

I don't have any stories from Vegas since I haven't been there...but hopefully I'll have some to share with you guys when I get back!

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Originally posted by edgefour:

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Originally posted by CS Pack:
What would you guys say is the cheapest, but the best hotel value ON the strip?

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You can stay pretty cheaply at the Imperial Palace, but stay clear of the back bar at night because it is loaded with transvestites. No kidding.

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How do you know CS Pack isn't interested in transvestites?

I'm sure there are plenty of those in Vegas. I'll see if I can find edgefour down there with one and snap a picture.

Will Edge be the one wearing a strap-on?

C'mon guys, we have a nice, fairly clean thread going. I don't mind the rips, I just don't want the thread to get locked.

And for the record, I do not like trannies.

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Originally posted by Shoeless Joe:
Will Edge be the one wearing a strap-on?

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Originally posted by edgefour:
C'mon guys, we have a nice, fairly clean thread going. I don't mind the rips, I just don't want the thread to get locked.

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Geeeeesh Edge, this was what I was referring to. What did you think I meant?!?!?!?!

I guess I owe you an apology, edge.

I'll get back to you on that one.

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Hey edge, the bachelor party is for Favre2Walker, actually. Yes...he's tying the knot...I warned him! He could give you more details than I could. I'm not positive on how many are going, but sounds like there will be about 8-10?

I don't have any stories from Vegas since I haven't been there...but hopefully I'll have some to share with you guys when I get back!

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There will be between 8-12 people, should be a pretty good time

We are looking into some deals as far as BP deals go. I figure we will be kept busy in Vegas, one of my favorite places to go We ahve some guys going with us drmrboy21 included who havnet been, and will probably take full advantage of las vegas...

Well, if you are planning on taking "full advantage" of what Vegas has to offer, B better make sure to take some extra penicilin as he did at RockFest.



Otherwise he might get from future Vegas excursions.

rotflmao Yeah I can only imagine what might happen in Vegas. It will be a play ground for a couple of days..

Dude...I'm going to need more than penicilin. I think I still have some vicodin from when I seperated my shoulder I could bring along with!

Good Evening, It just so happens that this will be my first trip to Vegas, I like booze and gambling so I'm pumped. I heard during the super bowl its really a blast, so I'm combining 1st time ever and super bowl together.

Staying at NY NY, anyone been there, what should I expect?

GO PACK

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Staying at NY NY, anyone been there, what should I expect?

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I would expect a good time!

When I visit Las Vegas I always go to NY NY. There is a bar on the main level in "Times Square" Not sure of them name, the place is a blast 2 pianos head to head and the musicians will play just about anything you can come up with. Of course they like a little tip in the tip jar. But anyways check it out if you have a chance.

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Originally posted by derps:
Good Evening, It just so happens that this will be my first trip to Vegas, I like booze and gambling so I'm pumped. I heard during the super bowl its really a blast, so I'm combining 1st time ever and super bowl together.

Staying at NY NY, anyone been there, what should I expect?

GO PACK

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I've never stayed at NYNY, but go there to gamble a lot. From what I can tell it was OK.

There is a review on the link below.

http://www.cheapovegas.com/vegas_casino_full.php?hotel_id=1040


I liked what they had to say about Coyote Ugly. I have to agree.



Coyote Ugly: Nothing attracts crowds like a bar based on a bad movie, and boy oh boy what a bad movie Coyote Ugly was. During the day, it's just an overpriced bar with no cover and cute bartendresses. At night, though, the bartendresses jump around like ritalin-deprived schoolchildren. The music is loud, the cover charge starts, and it's a party vibe. Check out the bras hanging from the fixtures, one of those is Stinky's.

Haven't stayed at NYNY myself, but had decent luck in the casino the few times I played there. Good location, too. Here are some reviews for it-

NYNY Reviews

Enjoy your trip; you'll have a blast!

Alright, I am back. That is to say that my body is physically here, but everything else is either asleep or left behind in Vegas.

We flew Midwest and got a pretty good fare ($300). The winds on the way out there were quite heavy, so the flight took about an additional half hour. Not bad, but I was anxious. There were a ton of people at the airport. The electronics convention (as well as the porno convention) brought a lot of people to town. The limo driver was waiting for us at the baggage claim and we were off to the Flamingo in no time.

We had a nice suite, nothing tremendous, but nice nonetheless. I was ready to get to the dice table, so we hurried down.


No matter what I did, I couldn't lose the first day. It is very rare that I can win at both dice and blackjack. But it was great. Since I was winning I decided to go all night. About 5:30 AM I decided I would call my wife and say goodnight. She asked what I was doing up already and I informed her that I hadn't quite made it up to the room yet. I don't think she liked my comment about having time to sleep when I got home.

I slept about an hour and showered up to go downtown. I felt like hell. I would have been better off just staying awake, but I had a few Capt. and Cokes, so I felt like I needed the sleep. Downtown was an absolute ghost town. It was quite eery actually. It almost felt as if there were only about 20 people left on the face of the earth.

We didn't stay downtown very long. No gamblers anywhere.

Went back to the strip to get a hot dog and a beer for $1.25 (Best Hot Dog in Vegas, and a beer to boot). Took the Packers for $220 and layed 6 points My dad took the Vikings on the money line which $100 bet would pay him $235. Prick.

I wanted to check out the Hard Rock, because I have never been there and will be taking my wife in March for a concert. Worst casino I have ever been to. They try so hard to be trendy that it makes you want to puke. Dim lighting, young inexperienced gamblers, 40-something hipster dufus pit boss'. Awflul. The only redeeming quality were the cocktail waitress' and their outfits
And I'm not some old fart. I am 28 years old, and couldn't stand it. I think you have to be 21, drunk and horny to be at all comfortable in that place.

I'm getting tired of typing.

Rest of the trip was good. Not many gamblers anywhere. Prostitutes were out in full force. At the Flamingo one came up to me out of the blue and offered her services. I told her that she should be paying to sleep with me and laughed at her. I don't think she liked that too much.

Went to a bunch of different casinos, so if there are any questions, post them and I will try and answer.

Sorry, I'm just too tired to think.

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Originally posted by edgefour:
We flew Midwest and got a pretty good fare ($300).

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I'm going to disagree with you on that; it's not a good fare compared to what I usually can get to Vegas.

Go get some sleep.

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Originally posted by Tooner:

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Originally posted by edgefour:
We flew Midwest and got a pretty good fare ($300).

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I'm going to disagree with you on that; it's not a good fare compared to what I usually can get to Vegas.

Go get some sleep.

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Hey Tooner,

Maybe I should have qualified that it was a good fare for Midwest. We could have gotten a lot better fares with other airlines, but there was either a connection or it was a cattle car like Southwest. I don't mind paying extra for a direct flight with a little more room.

edgefour, still gotta disagree. Midwest has lower fares than that unless you book 6 days before departure.

The extra room on Midwest doesn't impress me either, I don't need extra room side-to-side, you still have no leg room because the seats are crammed too close together, but all the airlines do that.

Tooner,


You are the man when it comes to tickets, whether it is the Packers, airline, whatever, you are a knowledgable man.

So, what should I do to get cheap airfare in March. I am going back out to Vegas for a concert, and it just happens that there is a NASCAR race the same weekend, so all the toothless gearheads are driving up prices.

Any suggestions?

Oh yeah, on a side note you might enjoy, I played live poker for the first time in my life and took two decent sized pots off of Norman Chad. I thought that was kind of funny. First was a total bluff, second hand I had pocket Ace's. He didn't know what to say, but I could tell he was a bit frustrated.

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Originally posted by edgefour:
Tooner,


You are the man when it comes to tickets, whether it is the Packers, airline, whatever, you are a knowledgable man.

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Sign up for the frequent flyer program. If you fly the same airline, even if only once a year, it will pay off in the long run. There are different promotions too for frequent flyer miles; with Midwest I signed up with their credit card and got something like 2500 miles just for making a qualifying purchase.

Airfare is usually lower when you book in advance as airlines reserve a certain amount of seats for various tiered pricing; why, I don't know, but if you wait other people will claim the lower priced seats.

Sign up with Midwest's email notification; they have all kinds of ongoing specials.

Once you book a flight occasionally check in online or call to see if airfare prices were lowered for whatever reason. You can get a voucher for the difference toward a future flight.

And here's an angle you can play: If you have any kind of a problem with your flight, send a polite letter to the airline stating what happened and why you were disappointed. It's practicially gauranteed that you will get a voucher towards your next flight.

Regardless of all of the above, generally if you plan in advance and watch the prices you will usually do pretty good compared to not planning and shopping around.

We need pics, edge!

Sounds like you had a good time though...welcome back!

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Originally posted by Tooner:

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Originally posted by edgefour:
We flew Midwest and got a pretty good fare ($300).

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I'm going to disagree with you on that; it's not a good fare compared to what I usually can get to Vegas.

Go get some sleep.

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Try http://www.allegiantair.com/. They have a non-stop from Madison to LV.

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Originally posted by Favre2Walker:
Hey Edge.. I go to Vegas a couple of times a year... I love Vegas We usually stay at the Westward Ho, Yep thats right, the Westward Ho, a small Casino on the end of the strip across from the Riveara, and between the Stardust and Circus. ( Best slots in Vegas)

I will be going to Vegas this February 4th -7th as I love the Super Bowl parties that the Casino's put on. I am also going May 19th - 22nd for my bachealor party.

Best Sports books in my oppinion are the Stardust and Mirage... I love to bet college basketball.

As far as places to eat, any Steak Buffet in town will do. Pretty Cheap and filling. If you get a chance go into the Westward ho and get yourself a Mega-Dog (14 inches long 3/4 lb) and a flavored Mega Margarita 24oz of Teguila for $1.99 ...

Have a great Trip...

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Just got back from Vegas a week ago. We go every year around this time. We have a nice advantage in that we own a time share in Florida, and for some reason Fairfield (Harrah's, Rio, Circus Circus, and Fairfield Hotel) always want us to come out and guy a time share in Vegas. Soooooooo, we pay our air fair that is cheap, and stay at Harrahs from Thursday-Sunday night for only the room tax for those days and any phone calls. We DO however have to sit through an hour and half to two hour "presentation" to try to get us to buy. We've got it down to just bringing books or magazines with us if the seller is rude and just read and drink while they do their presentation.

For gambling, we go next door to Harrah's at Casino Royal ( a dump)but great table rates for BJ ($3-$5 during the week, $5 to $10 on weekends, $.25 and $.50 roulette, and $1-$2 craps). This year however we actually took a beating from them. Next door on the other side is Imperial House that had good rates too. They are right that don't go to the back bar late at night. Won quite well there.

Take the time to go to Sahara during the day. Take the mono rail pass for the day. Sahara dirt cheap and not super busy. $3-$5 tables. FAST drink service.

Just got back from Vegas a week ago. We go every year around this time. We have a nice advantage in that we own a time share in Florida, and for some reason Fairfield (Harrah's, Rio, Circus Circus, and Fairfield Hotel) always want us to come out and guy a time share in Vegas. Soooooooo, we pay our air fair that

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Originally posted by derps:
Good Evening, It just so happens that this will be my first trip to Vegas, I like booze and gambling so I'm pumped. I heard during the super bowl its really a blast, so I'm combining 1st time ever and super bowl together.

Staying at NY NY, anyone been there, what should I expect?

GO PACK

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I'm making my first trip there next week. I'll be staying with relatives, though. Got a Xanax prescription for the flight.

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Originally posted by earloo41:

Take the time to go to Sahara during the day. Take the mono rail pass for the day. Sahara dirt cheap and not super busy. $3-$5 tables. FAST drink service.

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Gotta disagree on the Sahara -- I stayed there once....once. It is in the middle of nowhere and a dive (for lack of a better word). They are even stingy on comping (which being a dive, you would think they would want to keep gamblers there).

Sorry, I have nothing good to say about the place.

I used to go to Vegas twice a year for business and always made a point of eating at The Steakhouse at Circus Circus. Its not cheap but it is amoung the best places I've ever eaten. Breakfast was always at the Peppermill (next to the Riviera)

Leaving Friday.

Got jacked around on airfare because of the NASCAR event.


I have decided to take a black marker and "color" my teeth so I will fit in better with the rednecks.

Anyone have any confederate flag gear that I can borrow? Then they would really think I was one of "them".

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Leaving Friday.

Got jacked around on airfare because of the NASCAR event.


I have decided to take a black marker and "color" my teeth so I will fit in better with the rednecks.

Anyone have any confederate flag gear that I can borrow? Then they would really think I was one of "them".

LMAO. I'll have my wife check that out where she works in a very RURAL area of Tennessee. There are four openly known members of the KKK at her job. Probably more that don't admit to it. Confederate flags and wife-beater shirts are all the rage there. They all LOVE NASCAR, too.

Sorry to hear ya got mugged edge....

Living in Milwaukee Im glad I GET 37? Nascar races...Nascar is more exciting than any team my city can produce..


RIP away Anti Nascar fans

Alright, now I'm starting to get a little excited. Took a look at the weather and will be looking at temps in high 70's and low 80's the 4 days I'm out there.

Just received confirmation of my room and pick up at the airport from my casino host.

Looks like a great room.

http://www.caesars.com/Flamingo/LasVegas/Hotel/Accommodations/MiniSuites.htm


The host said they are overbooked by 700 rooms at the Flamingo. I guess they are actually bussing people in from Laughlin. Unreal.


Only "set" plans for the trip is the concert on Sunday, a trip downtown to see the "Experience", and a dinner at "The Village" in Rio.

Otherwise its just craps, blackjack, sun and booze.



Any other suggestions for places to stop in?

I was there in late January and am going again on April 1st. January was the first time that I've ever been to Vegas and I absolutely loved it!! Can't complain when you win 3500 at the Roulette tables


Have any of you been to one of the "Fat Tuesdays"? They have those huge Margarita drinks....they put them in this giant flask (looks like a vase). I know there was one of them at Ceasar's and another location across the street (can't remember the name).. But for 16 bucks (test tube shots are an extra $1) you can't go wrong with one of those drinks!

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Originally posted by edgefour:
Alright, now I'm starting to get a little excited. Took a look at the weather and will be looking at temps in high 70's and low 80's the 4 days I'm out there.

Just received confirmation of my room and pick up at the airport from my casino host.

Looks like a great room.

http://www.caesars.com/Flamingo/LasVegas/Hotel/Accommodations/MiniSuites.htm


The host said they are overbooked by 700 rooms at the Flamingo. I guess they are actually bussing people in from Laughlin. Unreal.


Only "set" plans for the trip is the concert on Sunday, a trip downtown to see the "Experience", and a dinner at "The Village" in Rio.

Otherwise its just craps, blackjack, sun and booze.



Any other suggestions for places to stop in?

As long as your going to be downtown, have dinner at Hugo's Cellar inside the 4 Queens. Best meal I've ever had at a restaurant.