Las Vegas thread and MSE guide 2009

gordylad

do you think its value for money buying the book to get the coupons?

davidmcg2u

The Secret Garden

GRIGGSY wrote: »

Flying from Edinburgh to Newark then on to Vegas with continental on the 21st Feb. The quote was through Expedia. there is a couple of hours between the flight, but last time we had this in Newark we went in to New york for the day. This time we would probably check out Newark for a couple of hours as the Airport has very little to occupy your time.

In terms of the hotels you looked at - MGM & T.I. - we liked the MGM & if you are happy with that price then it's a good offer. We haven't stayed at the T.I. so I can't comment on it.

We're trekking down to Manchester for the night before so we have train/bus fares & a nights accomodation on top & just the additional travel time too. I will consider Expedia next time though.

I didn't even think about going from Gla or Edi via Newark - I wish I did as the prices for my dates 11th March for 7 nights are superb. For hotels such as Venetian & Wynn are £1323 & £1360 respectively all in - for this hotel class is superb!!

I had a quick look at the flights from Manchester with Thomas Cook & they don't seem to start until 4th March which doesn't suit your needs.

I also had a wee lool at Expedia using your dates, assuming it was 7 night stay. Did you notice that Mandalay Bay is only £77 more expensive for your stay?

I haven't stayed there personally but there are a few folk on here who like it & you could ask for more info - obviously if it's within you budget.

PandaPants_2

My brother has informed me that we are staying with Uncle Donald this time (Trump Tower). Has anyone stayed here?

I'm pretty sure it's the place i always mistake for Mandalay Bay because they look the same on the outside. How close is it to the strip? My brother and his wife have a kid, so they don't mind being off-strip, but I'll want to do some gambling on the strip. Am I right in thinking TI is the closest casino?

totallybored

The Bellagio Fountains

gordylad wrote: »

I keep dreaming about that chicken pie..........

For anyone who has been to Vegas could you list your top 5 restaurants as this would be a big help.

Thanks

Here's my top 5!

My fave is L'atelier de Joel Robuchon at MGM. Fantastic food and cheaper than the London or Paris branch. His pommes puree is to die for. If you have the money you could try Monsier Robuchon's other place next to it but that is very pricey:eek:

I loved the Mesa Grill in Caesars. I didn't have high expectations but I had the most fantastic brunch and they serve the best mojitos I've ever had.

Daniel Boulud at the Wynn. Great French food, wine list and service. If you're there in summer sit outside on the terrace by the lake (good view for the lake show with the bizarre frog!).

Morrels at the Palazzo. I didn't know what to expect as I'd not read any reviews but it was superb. Good menu and wine selection and great service again.

My final one is a bit different. In N Out Burger! This has got to be the best junk food in the world. You'll need a car to get to it (or you could get a taxi) and its on the other side of the freeway behind New York New York.

ferf1223

The Bellagio Fountains

gordylad wrote: »

do you think its value for money buying the book to get the coupons?

It depends on the person and how many coupons you will use really...so have a look at the coupons, get an idea of those you would use and the value of them and then you can decide...some are for off strip locations so having a car makes them better value.

ferf1223

The Bellagio Fountains

PandaPants wrote: »

My brother has informed me that we are staying with Uncle Donald this time (Trump Tower). Has anyone stayed here?

I'm pretty sure it's the place i always mistake for Mandalay Bay because they look the same on the outside. How close is it to the strip? My brother and his wife have a kid, so they don't mind being off-strip, but I'll want to do some gambling on the strip. Am I right in thinking TI is the closest casino?

It's right on the strip...across the street and slightly north of Wynn, next to Fashion Show Mall...so Wynn or TI would be closest casinos.

pennylane99

The Bellagio Fountains

PandaPants wrote: »

My brother has informed me that we are staying with Uncle Donald this time (Trump Tower). Has anyone stayed here?

I'm pretty sure it's the place i always mistake for Mandalay Bay because they look the same on the outside. How close is it to the strip? My brother and his wife have a kid, so they don't mind being off-strip, but I'll want to do some gambling on the strip. Am I right in thinking TI is the closest casino?

I stayed there once but dont think I would go back. Although its very similar to the Signature in that its all condos, non smoking, no casino on site, and a $15 a day resort fee.
Trump is slightly off strip, about a 10 minute walk to the Wynn. The Fashion Show Mall is close by, you do get the noise coming across from there sometimes, and from the freight trains that pass every hour during the night, if you are a light sleeper try to get a room facing the mall.

photome

The Bellagio Fountains

gordylad wrote: »

do you think its value for money buying the book to get the coupons?

I always get both for my 2 week trip, but I do have a car and use it to get to all the places off strip to make most of the coupons and def get my moneys worth.

If you dont have a car and dont want to venture far, it may not be worth it

stoneman

The Bellagio Fountains

OK,
Here are a few random pics of the last trip (click thumbnail for larger picture)

Tracy relaxing at the Admirals Club JFK


De-icing of our plane during snowstorm at ORD on the way home




Great plane watching area in lower car park of Town Square


Limoncello pie at Cheesecake Factory Forum shops


Rib-eye special at Austins Steakhouse Texas Station (I have had better to be honest)


Me and Grand Club sandwich with a side of macaroni cheese at Grand Lux Palazzo (look at my shirt stretching, this is what happens after a week in Vegas) Did not rate this much, the bread was so hard that it made my gums bleed trying to bite into it.


Bellagio conservatory Christmas display


Wonderful registration area of Paris (don't forget to go for the LCI deal $470 for 7 nights)


Calico hills at Red Rock, notice the skull shaped rock formation behind me


Finally a gratuitous picture of my lovely wife in the lift area of Augustus tower Caesars Palace

PAUL_C

Hi we are staying in vegas on the 30th april for the 4 nights a group of 2 couples.We have decided to stay at the Excalibur not sure what rooms we are going to book as yet but I am realy looking forward to trying the $20 trick. My partner and I are getting married in vegas too so I will play on that while checking in also.On the saturday most of the day will be taken up by the lads going to the AMA Supercross so I want to find a treat for the ladys.Maybe a spa makeover and on to a show perhaps so some ideas on this would be great.My partner has been told Bette Midler is in concert while we are there but I cant find anything to confirm this any ideas? Also we are looking at booking the Chaple of flowers for our wedding we only want a small ceromony with our 2 freinds but want it videoed and put online live for family has anyone experiance of this chapel ? I have been reading these vegas threads for somtime and I know you guys will help me out so thanx in advance Paul