We're beginning to think Vegas and....

Arkansas · 02-10-2008, 02:44 PM

...I could use your input. We've started watching airline prices online out of Kansas City but, since I've never been to Vegas, I'm wondering what some of you suggest for places to stay. We're not wanting anything really high end but also don't won't the low of the lows. One hotel that drew my interest was the Desert Rose...seemed nice and 'somewhat' reasonable price-wise. Also saw a couple hotels next to UNLV.

I really appreciate the input from anyone who's been a part of the whole Vegas experience. Right now our intent is to fly in Wednesday and fly back out again Sunday to give us a little time to see some of what Vegas offers. Any attractions suggested would be greatly appreciated as well.

ajk4st8 · 02-10-2008, 02:46 PM

we went out for the basketball tourny. Our taxi driver told us the stadium was a long ways out of town. Far away from the strip.

wartknight · 02-10-2008, 02:50 PM

Do some looking. There are TONS of "What to do in Vegas" threads on this board. I believe it rivals only the number of threads on people knowing we have a new commit but can't say anything.

DevilDog · 02-10-2008, 02:57 PM

We are heading out on thursday and returning on monday ourselves. We are staying at the desert rose. It was highly recommended by some coworkers and also the great feedback on expedia. Its just right off the strip to be nice and quiet but close enough to the action. Plus u have everything in your room if u dont wanna go out.

ISUAlum2002 · 02-10-2008, 03:06 PM

Good information. The g/f and I are thinking about making the trip as well.

Wx4Cy · 02-10-2008, 03:34 PM

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Arkansas · 02-10-2008, 05:28 PM

Originally Posted by DevilDog

We are heading out on thursday and returning on monday ourselves. We are staying at the desert rose. It was highly recommended by some coworkers and also the great feedback on expedia. Its just right off the strip to be nice and quiet but close enough to the action. Plus u have everything in your room if u dont wanna go out.

That's good to hear....it sounded like a pretty decent place to stay but I'm still very open to suggestions.

BTW, love the name. Are you a Marine? My son was in the Marine Corp (convoy security, 50 cal. gunner) and did some time in Iraq a couple of years ago.

Arkansas · 02-10-2008, 05:30 PM

Originally Posted by Wx4Cy

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Many thanks! I bookmarked your link and, no doubt, will come in very handy in making our decision.

DevilDog · 02-10-2008, 07:31 PM

Yes i served 4 honorable years in the Marine Corps. Once a Marine always a Marine. Semper Fi

Arkansas · 02-10-2008, 08:12 PM

Originally Posted by DevilDog

Yes i served 4 honorable years in the Marine Corps. Once a Marine always a Marine. Semper Fi

Semper Fi brother. I'm watching Extreme Home Makeover now as they built a house for Sargeant Gilyeat from KC who lost his leg when his humvee ran over twin tank mines. Oddly that day he switched vehicle positions with my sons humvee. My son called me just a little while ago and said he nearly came to tears has he heard Gilyeat describe that day and how the memories came back to my son on that particular day. It was an 18 hour experience he'll never forget as they tried to get Gilyeat out of there while under fire the whole time (he never told me that until tonight).

Thanks for serving our country, I will always be appreciate for your efforts.

SeattleClone · 02-10-2008, 08:16 PM

Originally Posted by wartknight

Do some looking. There are TONS of "What to do in Vegas" threads on this board. I believe it rivals only the number of threads on people knowing we have a new commit but can't say anything.

There are a lot of those threads, but I think there are more "is there a free radio broadcast for the game?" threads...

Wx4Cy · 02-10-2008, 08:58 PM

Just walk the strip and take it all in. It's more overwhelming than Disney World.
Make sure you hit the Palms and get your girl something nice from the Playboy store.

2020cy · 02-10-2008, 10:30 PM

I think Allegant (sp?) offers $99 flights out of DSM. At least they have in the past. Keep an eye open.

iowast8fan · 02-10-2008, 10:37 PM

Allegiant had tickets to Vegas this weekend for $9 and return flights for $129. Of course it is too late for that so I guess I am no help.

DevilDog · 02-10-2008, 10:54 PM

It will be a few more months before u can book an allegiant flight for the weekend of the fb game. Would be nice if they booked out more in advance. But we decided to fly out of Minneapolis anyway.