Re: Las Vegas Thanksgiving Trip Itinerary


Steve T wrote:

> Las Vegas Thanksgiving Trip Itinerary
>
> Leaving on Thanksgiving for Vegas from Manchester, New Hampshire. Upon
> arrival at McCarran, renting a midsize car at Dollar (with an upgrade
> coupon
> to full size via Dollar Express). Then off (quickly I hope) to the Gold
> Coast, Cortez Room for a Thanksgiving dinner reservation. After turkey et
> al, will check into the Aladdin and stay there through Monday. Will then
> check into the Venetian Monday and stay until Thursday.
>
> Entertainment
>
> No plans Thursday, Monday, and Wednesday nights, but have tickets to see
> Paul McCartney on Friday night, Second City Comedy on Saturday, Zumanity
> on
> Sunday, and Avenue Q on Tuesday. May try to squeeze in Mac King and Madam
> Tussaud?s at some point.
>
> Gambling
>
> Have numerous matchplays (MPs) from ACG, POV, and other sources. Casinos
> on
> and near the Strip with MPs include Terrible's, Ellis Island, Imperial
> Palace, Hard Rock, LV Hilton, New Frontier, Circus Circus, and Sahara.
> Also
> have some MPs downtown at Vegas Club, the Plaza, and El Cortez. Will also
> do
> a Henderson area trip and play some MPs at Fiesta Henderson and Casino
> MonteLago (though I heard that ML may no longer honor ACG MPs).
>
> More importantly, plan to spend many hours playing Joker's Wild VP and/or
> Pick-Em VP at the Hilton, the Palms, ElCo, Vegas Club, Fiesta Henderson,
> and
> Casino MonteLago. My wife will focus on Deuces Wild and Pick-Em VP. We may
> also play some VP at Wynn at their limited supply of 99.50%+ payback VP
> machines (if the machines are available).
>
> Food
>
> Since I have an abundance of 2-for-1buffet coupons, we will probably eat
> at
> too many buffets. Have buffet coupons for Orleans, Green Valley Ranch,
> Main
> Street Station, Gold Coast, Fiesta Henderson, and other Station Casinos
> buffets. Also have a 50% off POV coupon at the Palms (up to $50) that can
> be
> used at their buffet, 24/7 coffee shop, Garduno's Mexican Restaurant (but
> I
> hate Mexican Food) or for an overpriced massage or clothing at their gift
> shop. So, it will probably be used at the newly remodeled 24/7 restaurant.
>
> In addition to buffets, we also may make possible visits to Grand Luxe
> Cafe,
> Caneletto's, and Postrio (all at the Venetian); the Peppermill, Bahama
> Breeze, Bootlegger Bistro, the CC Steakhouse, Maggiano's, and Max's Cafe
> (new at the Aladdin Mall). Downtown may also hit Hugo's Cellar at the Four
> Queens or Roberta's at the ElCo.
>
> Will send trip report upon return.
>
> Thanks.
>
> Happy Thanksgiving!
>
> Steve T

Sounds like you have planned a great trip, Steve!! I can't tell you how
happy I am that *SOMEONE* from this group will be seeing Paul McCartney!!!
If your show is anything like what I saw on the 11th of this month, I'm sure
you won't be disappointed. He performs for about 2 hours and 45 minutes.

I stayed at The Venetian last week and found a few MINOR changes to my room
since my last visit in July. While I could be wrong, I'm making the
assumption that all of the regular guest suites have received these
modifications:

* The water pressure in the shower is GREATLY improved
* A lightweight down comforter has replaced the regular blanket
on the bed
* The marble shelf and mirror that were hanging on the wall in
the entry to the room were removed
* Glass tops have now been placed on ALL of the furniture in
the living room area as well as the night stands

In the casino, although the entire room was open when I arrived on Sunday
the 13th, by the next day, half of the High Limits Slots room was blocked
off for remodeling. I was told the work would take about a week.

In the main casino, the area between the front escalators and the Player's
Club has been walled off. I was told that about 200 slot machines were
removed and will not be replaced. They are building a poker room.

I was sick the entire trip and only left the hotel once to go to a pharmacy.
Other than having one dinner at Delmonico's, I ordered exclusively from room
service and cannot comment on any of the restaurants you are planning to
visit at The Venetian. But if you decide you want to stay in your room for
dinner one night and you like swordfish, I HIGHLY recommend their grilled
swordfish. It was simply the best swordfish I have ever had anywhere.

Have a Happy Thanksgiving, Steve!! Have a fun and healthy trip!! Win lots
and have a great time seeing Sir Paul!!

Donna


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