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On May 12 2008 Mark wrote:
I know this has been asked ad naueseum and I apologize in advance for being the gazillionth version, but here goes anyway:
I have a room comp at TI. Is it even w/in the realm of possibility to ask to use that at another MGM property, or is it generally property specific?
Also, is video blackjack officially dead in vegas?
Thanks, great site, by the way.
The comps are property specific – you can’t transfer them. The MGM Mirage properties, despite having a common corporate owner, compete with each other for business.
Now, if you were comped at TI, there’s a good chance that a host at another property would consider comping you… and since they have a common database, the host can easily verify your play.
Video Blackjack? I haven’t seen it in quite some time, though I hadn’t thought about it until just now.
On May 12 2008 Mathias wrote:
HI!
I am arriving in Vegas next week Friday.
With wife and our friends. We are staying at Luxor. Do you know if the East Tower rooms or West tower rooms are the best and have recently been renovated?
And would the ongoing consturction be a problem for us in the Casino?
Do you also know what the new addition to Luxors Pool area is and do they usually have all pools open at the end of may?
Thanks in advance for all your info!
Best Regards
Mathias, Sweden
Last question first… the pools should all be open.
Regarding the tower rooms, they were renovated a few years ago – right now the pyramid rooms are being remodeled. While both towers are a little bit further walk to the casino, I think those rooms are far superior.
While construction at Luxor is ongoing, it’s not really that disruptive. I don’t think it will bother you.
Have fun!
On May 10 2008 chrisnomoi@aol.com wrote:
Hi. We are staying at Mandalay Bay and were wondering if there was a store in walking distance that sells beer, chips, cookies, milk, etc.
People are saying to take a cab for that, but we would rather walk.
Any suggestions that are not far away?
Also, does any food chain deliver to your hotel?
Thanks,
chrisnomoi@aol.com
Ummmm, let’s see… There aren’t a lot of retail stores at that end of the Strip. I think the closest pharmacy (i.e. CVS/Walgreens) is all the way up at MGM Grand. Not too far but some might not dig the walk.
As far as food delivery, not really. Of course, the hotel has 24-hour room service.
On May 09 2008 Derrick wrote:
A friend of mine and I will be in Vegas Sunday-Wednesday of Memorial Day weekend (early 40’s and late 30’s). What clubs are busy Sunday-Tuesday? Are the lines just as long during the week as on the weeekend? I haven’t been to Vegas in about 18 months, and I know how quickly the landscape can change.
For the record, I have been followng your site for years…and it has ALWAYS provided me with good information. Thanks for the service!
Howdy,
The lines are nowhere near as long on the weekdays and many places aren’t open.
Tryst at Wynn Las Vegas is hopping on Sunday nights, as is PURE at Caesars. JET (The Mirage) is open Monday night…
Have fun!
On May 09 2008 RICH KOZAK wrote:
THIS SITE IS VERY INFORMING,KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK!!!!!!!!MY QUESTION,BEEN TO MOST OF THE 4 STAR VEGAS RESORTS. I THINK IT’S ALL ABOUT CONVIENCE.HOW ABOUT MANDALAY BAY RESORT. WHAT ROOMS DO I REQUEST IF I WHAT CLOSEST TO POOL AREA AND THE CASINO??? THANKS
Thanks. Please no shouting next time though. :-)
At MBay, the main tower’s rooms all enter the casino at the same spot and are the same distance from the pool (other than higher floors being a longer elevator ride of course).
THEHotel, the all suite tower, is quite a bit further from the pool.
On May 08 2008 william pearsall wrote:
Hi,
I wrote a few months ago about recommendations about pet friendly resorts, and you suggested I check with Southpoint, unfortunately the answer was no.
Thanks for the info anyways, I don’t know if you remember specifically, I mentioned that the $20 trick is now the $50 trick and Vegas is not free anymore.
Just a note to the inquiries about Harrah’s properties diamond lounges, we are in Vegas at least monthly and frequent them as time allows, my 2 choices are Paris and Caesars. We always stay at Flamingo ( I know some peoples opinions) we have been diamond members for a long time, and we have a great host there, even though we can stay at any of their properties. I suggest that people should consider where they are treated well, and believe me loyalty to one property is rewarded !!!!!!!!!!!!!
Again thanks for the information, I have become a fan of your column, and from what I gathered you had some family health concerns, I hope things are well now.
Great job, you are always on the mark with your recommendations.
p.s. If people could see the suite we stay in at the Flamingo, they would understand how loyalty is rewarded.
One question, we have friends who are meeting us in June, it is their sons 21st birthday, he wants to rent an exotic car, and I did a little research on their websites, do you have any info
on this type of service, or recommendations, I feel that his age is going make this almost unaffordable.
Thanks again, Bill
Finding a pet friendly hotel experience in Las Vegas is next to impossible unless you are a high roller and can write your own ticket
I agree with you when it comes to property loyalty/host loyalty – building those relationships can be the difference between being lost in the crowd or being treated well.
Thanks for the kind words. In case you’re looking for more content, in case you’re not already aware, I’ve got this site, plus the blog which is linked in the header and then as of a few months ago, a new podcast – The Vegas Gang – If you’re interested in Las Vegas and the gaming industry, I recommend the podcast. It’s a lot of fun.
re: Flamingo Suite – if you want to share photos of your suite, we’d love to publish them. Send any photos to editor@ratevegas.com
Re: exotic cars – there are several vendors that provide this service but you’re right, the prices can be extremely exorbitant, reflecting both the luxury aspect of the rental and the insane cost of insurance. I don’t have a good read on which vendors, if any, are reputable or worth doing business with. I would simply recommend doing what it sounds like you’ve already done – research via the Web and maybe make a few follow-up calls. Personally, while I’d love to drive one of those monsters, I think I’d rather splurge on a nice meal… To each his own I guess!
On May 08 2008 Seanymoss wrote:
My wife and I are comming to Vegas in mid May. We were in vegas last April and casinos like TI you could of fire a cannon through the casino, it was so dead. This time when we go we want to go to casinos where it’s real busy and there are lots of people. Do you have any advice on any hopping casinos.
Thanks,
Seanymoss
Edmonton, Canada
Well, weekends are always much busier than weekdays, that’s the first thing.
I was just at Bellagio for about a week and it was busy every single day.
I would say any Strip casino should have healthy amounts of people but some seem to always be busy:
- Bellagio
- Wynn Las Vegas
- Caesars Palace
- Paris
- Harrah’s
- The Mirage
- The Palms (at night)
On May 08 2008 David wrote:
Hi….quick question. My fiancee and I are going to Vegas, in January, for our Honeymoon. We booked the Penthouse Suite at NYNY (yes, I am sure it is the Penthouse Suite, and, not the Ziggurat Suite). In the room description for the Penthouse, it says “VIP Lounge, Check-In”. What exactly is that? I tried not only emailing NYNY, but, calling the Casino Marketing dept., with no or limited success. Do we check in at the regular front desk, or, just go straight to the VIP Lounge? Thanks for any help!
Hi There,
So, you guessed right. When you arrive, proceed directly into the VIP lounge, leaving the unwashed masses behind.
There will be no regular front desk for you, you will be taken care of like a true high roller and if there’s any time you deserve it, it’s on your honeymoon.
I like your style my friend, I tip my hat to you.
Cheers,
Hunter
On May 08 2008 Paul wrote:
Nice site Hunter,
What’s your take on Rosemary’s Restaurant and Todd’s Unique Dining Restaurant? Also, who gets to stay in the Mirage Villas and Lanais?
I haven’t eaten at either restaurant but I have a friend that swears by Rosemary’s – loves it to death.
Regarding the Mirage villas and lanais, of course there’s Mr. Papagiorgio (hahaha) but seriously, they are typically reserved for casino guests only and serious bettors at that. Now, sometimes they are available for rent if you have some cash burning a hole in your pocket. It’s at the discretion of the casino manager and expect to may between $1,500 – $5,000 a night and up. Even though other resorts have eclipsed The Mirage when it comes to amenities, the villas and lanais are still serious business.
On May 08 2008 Carla wrote:
Is there room for authencity in design in LAs Vegas
This is open to interpretation. I would say yes but of course authenticity means different things to different people. MGM Mirage is taking design seriously with City Center – they’ve hired world renowned architects like Cesar Pelli and others – heavy hitters. They believe an investment in ‘timeless’ architecture will pay dividends greater than the faux NYC skyline of New York New York or the South Seas vibe at The Mirage.
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