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Vegas 2013 aka "The Sequel"
Do you all remember this? http://www.apat.com/forum/index.php?topic=7405.0
As previously stated by the Guru: "The general idea is to get as many APAT players as possible in Vegas at the same time for a group adventure.
Don't get me wrong, I'm not suggesting something regimented or even half-organised.just that we'll aim to be out there around same time. People have differing levels of comfort requirements &/or budgets and availability so making this overly complicated would be like trying to herd cats."
So, who"s up for NOVEMBER 2013?
If we need an excuse, and we really don't, then Julie and I want to go back out there to celebrate our wedding anniversary, and it wouldn"t be right on our own!
I"ve noticed that if we start planning now, it gives us a whole year to save up for it, it gives us plenty of time to find flight and hotel deals to ease the expense, and it gives us more time to persuade those who missed out last time to come along this time!
(My new favourite word appears to be "time")
We may also organise and run JAPAT II as that was brilliant fun last time!
What say you APATers? In, or out?
VEGAS AT A GLANCE
| Name | Depart | Return | Fly from(with) | Staying |
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| Adam Sharples (sharplea) | 6th | 16th | MAN (AA) | Orleans-Monte Carlo-Harrahs |
| Rich Baker (Curlarge) | 7th | 23rd | LHR (BA) | Harrahs-Salt Lake City-Orleans |
| Ger Smyth Snr (duke3016) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Don Roberts (Hammerite) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Paul (-) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Thomas (-) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Bobby (-) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Sue (Suziepea) | 7th | 20th | LHR (BA) | Harrahs |
| Colin Wilson (gallowgate) | 7th | 14th | LHR (BA) | Harrahs |
| Steve Roderick (AAroddersAA) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Glenn Laming (Bigfella42) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Stuart Ward (fatcatstu) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Matthew Ward (Wigmo) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Phil Fryer (-) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Joe Ball (-) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Matthew Bird (-) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Paul Davis (Paulie_D) | 7th | 23rd | LGW (Virgin) | Main Street Station-Harrahs-Orleans |
| Richard Rudling-Smith (rudders) | 7th | 16th | CWL (KLM) | Harrahs |
| David Rudling-Smith (-) | 7th | 16th | CWL (KLM) | Harrahs |
| Rita Galvin (galvo68) | 7th | 16th | LGW (Virgin) | Flamingo |
| Betty (-) | 7th | 16th | LGW (Virgin) | Flamingo |
| James Eccles (Eck) | 7th | 14th | LGW (Virgin) | Signature at MGM |
| Stephen Boyd (The Mole) | 7th | 14th | LGW (Virgin) | Signature at MGM |
| Brian Martin (WASP) | 7th | 14th | LGW (Virgin) | Signature at MGM |
| ---(samson) | 6th | 13th | LGW (-) | --- |
| Brian Harland (Erimus) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Don Logan (Logie66) | 8th | 14th | LHR (BA) | Harrahs |
| Ed Stanborough (steady eddi1) | 6th | 13th | --- | Luxor |
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Vegas 2013 aka "The Sequel"
Do you all remember this? http://www.apat.com/forum/index.php?topic=7405.0
Yes.
What say you APATers? In, or out?
In
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Probably
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Saving up then aren"t I!
In hopefully!
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Vegas 2013 aka "The Sequel"
Do you all remember this? http://www.apat.com/forum/index.php?topic=7405.0
Vaguely
What say you APATers? In, or out?
Was fancying during WSOP next year.. but if the masses were to twist my arm "slightly" and I"d have to go twice.. then why not x
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The "masses" indeed.
Joobs and I are in and saving up already.
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Unfortunately, if you were planning on it, JAPAT II will not be possible at the Tropicana as they will be closing their poker room either today or later this week.
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I saw, sadly. :(
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No chance on rescheduling to May 24-June 7? You know WSOP starts, Pools are open, Really hot, lots of poker festivals on.....
Doubt I"ll be able to squeeze in a Nov 2013 visit as well. :-(
Not unless I want to be divorced. I guess that"s always a possibility. ;D
Will JAPAT II be a bounty tourney??? :) :)
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Nah, whole point of November is that it"s slightly cheaper, plus people have time to save up, plus its not too hot!
JAPAT II could be a bounty tourney now it"s been suggested...
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After giving this 0.0000000000001 seconds thought, I have to say I would be interested at this early stage. A whole year of anticipation, woop woop ;)
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In probably......dunno what Im doing tomorrow half the time though so who knows in over years time!!
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Nah, whole point of November is that it"s slightly cheaper, plus people have time to save up, plus its not too hot!
JAPAT II could be a bounty bouncy tourney now it"s been suggested...
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Well errrrr ummmm welllllll
In
as a probably..
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Well errrrr ummmm welllllll
In
as a probably..
Oh feck now I have to go
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Well errrrr ummmm welllllll
In
as a probably..
Oh feck now I have to go
Ohhhhh +1 x
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In if delboy is going!!
And would imagine the Stockton rock will be too!
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Saving is going well :)
Hoping to book/price up flights in the Xmas sales for November next year, but provisionally we"re looking at one of the following 3 timeframes (and yes, I know most of you will only go for a week):
19th November 2013 - 5th December 2013 (Thanksgiving & wedding anniversary)
19th September 2013 - 3rd October 2013 (Global Gaming Expo - just google it, awesome convention)
25th October 2013 - 8th November 2013 (Halloween!)
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If finances allow I am in.
p.s. Think you will find that the Venetian normally runs a deepstack festival during november too. ;)
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If finances allow I am in.
p.s. Think you will find that the Venetian normally runs a deepstack festival during november too. ;)
Poker in Vegas!!!! LOL
PAI GOW FTW
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I hope to go to Vegas next year. Not sure about when. I don"t think November is the best time to go but if I havn"t been by then I may well be in for this.
Having said that, Portugal is also November so now I have a coinflip. :D
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defo in portugal wa great but vegas got to be better ::)
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Vegas virgin and wish I could have taken the plunge last year for the wedding of the year but couldnt afford it :(
Seriously considering saving all my funds and trying to make it next year.
I will need lots of help and advise and to be honest wouldnt even consider this if it wasnt for the Apat community.
Just that I am posting on this thread is a huge step forward :/
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Vegas virgin and wish I could have taken the plunge last year for the wedding of the year but couldnt afford it :(
Seriously considering saving all my funds and trying to make it next year.
I will need lots of help and advise and to be honest wouldnt even consider this if it wasnt for the Apat community.
Just that I am posting on this thread is a huge step forward :/
Any questions, just ask. You know we"ll all do our best to help!
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A firm pivotal date would be good so that we can all work around it (7/10/14 days or whatever)
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I think 7 days in In November for me. Could be pursuaded to do 10 if I have to :p
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I think 7 days in In November for me. Could be pursuaded to do 10 if I have to :p
Virgin from Manc for 7th November
Coach £575
Premium Econ £955
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10 days would be idea for me, November 7th also sounds good...
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We cant get our dates until we actually book the flights because we"re limited by when we can get the upgrades to business class that my darling wife is insistent on.
I would suggest going a couple of weeks later though - Thanksgiving in Vegas is ALWAYS fun :)
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Have been looking to organise a 2nd BCPC Vegas Dream event...guess this gives me the excuse to get it goin ;D
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Have been looking to organise a 2nd BCPC Vegas Dream event...guess this gives me the excuse to get it goin ;D
JFDI
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I"ve been in Vegas at thanksgiving , believe it or not but allot of it closes (or scaled down) but the day after it goes mad.
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I agree. Avoid Thanksgiving if you can.
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I didn"t notice much difference. If anything it was a bit quieter on the day itself and obviously you had the sales the day after if you fancied some shopping.
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Vegas planning summit in Yarm on the Feb trip aiming for going out on 7th Nov. Trigger will be pulled in Feb.
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ffs, count me out.
We cant do 7th, too early as it has to coincide with our wedding aniversary.
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ffs, count me out.
We cant do 7th, too early as it has to coincide with our wedding aniversary.
Oh ok, planning will be replanned to see if I can fit in that date.......
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ffs, count me out.
We cant do 7th, too early as it has to coincide with our wedding aniversary.
Oh ok, planning will be replanned to see if I can fit in that date.......
Go with the flow, don"t rearrange around us. We"re aiming for 12th-28th (or in that area anyway) so if we match, we match. Ours are dependent on upgrades to Business or I"m not allowed to go cos she won"t fly 9+hrs in Economy!
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Virgin "Sale" now on covering Vegas to end of November.
Not seeing a huge amount of value for Vegas at the moment.
PE still in the "just under a bag of sand" range.
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Unconfirmed:
Virgin are suspending their Manchester to Vegas route between Nov 2013 and March 2014. Anyone who has already booked is being put on the Gatwick flights instead. Also heard that flights this winter are being merged where possible, so plane is taking off from Gatwick and picking up passengers in Manchester and then on to Vegas.
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Unconfirmed:
Virgin are suspending their Manchester to Vegas route between Nov 2013 and March 2014. Anyone who has already booked is being put on the Gatwick flights instead. Also heard that flights this winter are being merged where possible, so plane is taking off from Gatwick and picking up passengers in Manchester and then on to Vegas.
oh s h 1 t
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Unconfirmed:
Virgin are suspending their Manchester to Vegas route between Nov 2013 and March 2014. Anyone who has already booked is being put on the Gatwick flights instead. Also heard that flights this winter are being merged where possible, so plane is taking off from Gatwick and picking up passengers in Manchester and then on to Vegas.
There is a contradiction in there though.
I can see that their SPECIFIC flights ONLY starting at MAN are off BUT the second statement seems to indicate that there will be SOME flights from MAN, they will just start at LGW.
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Did some searches last night for MAN-LAS in Nov and direct has gone from the 2nd part of the month onwards. Plus it"s fecking expensive compared with normal.
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Vegas planning meeting. Opened and closed in roughly 40 seconds.
7th November 2013 - 17th November 2013
Attendees
Ger Smyth
Stuart Ward
Matthew Ward.
Motion seconded and passed.
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Vegas planning meeting. Opened and closed in roughly 40 seconds.
7th November 2013 - 17th November 2013
Attendees
Ger Smyth
Stuart Ward
Matthew Ward.
Motion seconded and passed.
Noted
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Bugger. We can"t do those dates.
Have fun!
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Time off is booked. Now just need to book a flight and hotel
Edit: OK look I have waited nearly 12 hours where are the minutes of this meeting? I was sure Stu and Ger would do a full job whilst at the pub ffs.
Which flight am I booking, which Hotel are we in, are we staying 10 nights?
I assume we are flying out of Manc? On the dates you give there are only flights from/to Gatwick £641/person which would be OK imo. I will do some reaseach on hotels now. Not at all excited at the moment of course.
VEGAS
http://www.virgin-atlantic.com/gb/en/book-your-travel/book-your-flight/flight-search-results.html?departure=LGW&arrival=LAS&departureDate=7%2F11%2F13&returnDate=17%2F11%2F13&adult=1&classType=6&classTypeReturn=6&findFlights=go&isreturn=yes&jsEnabled=true&search_type=lowest_fare&bookingPanelLocation=BookYourFlight
Paulie - is this any good?
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Out From Manc Staying In Harrahs. Minutes With The Secretary.
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Out From Manc Staying In Harrahs. Minutes With The Secretary.
Sounds like a plan.
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Oops Virgin Not Flying From Manc On Those Dates Back To The Meeting....
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Which flight am I booking, which Hotel are we in, are we staying 10 nights?
I assume we are flying out of Manc? On the dates you give there are only flights from/to Gatwick £641/person which would be OK imo. I will do some reaseach on hotels now. Not at all excited at the moment of course.
Paulie - is this any good?
I"ll be booking the time off but I will be waiting a few months before committing to flights etc. Purely a financial issue on my side.
£650 for cattle class with VS is standard. You might be able to save a few quid if you wait for the sales that roll every so often but in my experience Vegas doesn"t fluctuate very much. By booking early you have the comfort of knowing it"s done and that has a value all of it"s own.
Hotel-wise. for 10 days I will be splitting it in half and do 5 days (probably in Harrahs or Ballys) and the other five in the Orleans.
I would recommend it to all, decent poker room, lower table limits (usually), decent entertainment options and McMullans is a very short stagger away.
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I will spend the next hour doing some research on flights - both direct and indirect.
Leaving 7th November 10:30am from Manchester with AA, 1 change in JFK, land at LAS at 7:20pm
Return 17th November 10:05am from LAS with AA, 1 change in Chicago, land at MAN at 7:45am 18th November.
Total cost is £544pp. There is nothing direct.
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Which flight am I booking, which Hotel are we in, are we staying 10 nights?
I assume we are flying out of Manc? On the dates you give there are only flights from/to Gatwick £641/person which would be OK imo. I will do some reaseach on hotels now. Not at all excited at the moment of course.
Paulie - is this any good?
I"ll be booking the time off but I will be waiting a few months before committing to flights etc. Purely a financial issue on my side.
£650 for cattle class with VS is standard. You might be able to save a few quid if you wait for the sales that roll every so often but in my experience Vegas doesn"t fluctuate very much. By booking early you have the comfort of knowing it"s done and that has a value all of it"s own.
Hotel-wise. for 10 days I will be splitting it in half and do 5 days (probably in Harrahs or Ballys) and the other five in the Orleans.
I would recommend it to all, decent poker room, lower table limits (usually), decent entertainment options and McMullans is a very short stagger away.
Is there an advantage to splitting the hotels?
Harrahs is nice and Central which is good.
Adam/Julie come on, you can do these days, make it happen imo.
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Which flight am I booking, which Hotel are we in, are we staying 10 nights?
I assume we are flying out of Manc? On the dates you give there are only flights from/to Gatwick £641/person which would be OK imo. I will do some reaseach on hotels now. Not at all excited at the moment of course.
Paulie - is this any good?
I"ll be booking the time off but I will be waiting a few months before committing to flights etc. Purely a financial issue on my side.
£650 for cattle class with VS is standard. You might be able to save a few quid if you wait for the sales that roll every so often but in my experience Vegas doesn"t fluctuate very much. By booking early you have the comfort of knowing it"s done and that has a value all of it"s own.
Hotel-wise. for 10 days I will be splitting it in half and do 5 days (probably in Harrahs or Ballys) and the other five in the Orleans.
I would recommend it to all, decent poker room, lower table limits (usually), decent entertainment options and McMullans is a very short stagger away.
Is there an advantage to splitting the hotels?
Harrahs is nice and Central which is good.
Adam/Julie come on, you can do these days, make it happen imo.
We can"t. We are going for our anniversary, which you all know is the 21st.
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Is there an advantage to splitting the hotels?
Harrahs is nice and Central which is good.
No specific cost advantage but 10 days in the same hotel is not something I enjoy.
However, remember I"ve been there and done that in Vegas for a long time. I like the Orleans (I stay there every year) for a variety of reasons and if I want the strip then is a relatively short cab ride away.
Try something new why don"t you?
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I will spend the next hour doing some research on flights - both direct and indirect.
Leaving 7th November 10:30am from Manchester with AA, 1 change in JFK, land at LAS at 7:20pm
Return 17th November 10:05am from LAS with AA, 1 change in Chicago, land at MAN at 7:45am 18th November.
Total cost is £544pp. There is nothing direct.
Same price, same outbound, but the return leaves at 8:20pm and is the BA 747 direct flight to LHR, then a 3hr wait til a short flight to MAN. Both bookable via aa.com
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Interestingly enough, if you were to fly MAN-LAS on BA via LHR, it would cost you £667 on the BA website.
For the exact same planes, at the exact same times, it would cost £595 on AA.com. The only difference is that AA ticket your flight.
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Guys.
You"ve also picked a period which covers the very popular Veterans Day weekend in Vegas.
Room rates will be higher accordingly.
7th November - 17th November @ Harrahs = $670 + tax
14th November - 24th November @ Harrahs = $570 + tax
7th November - 17th November @ Orleans = $650 + tax [inc. resort fee (coffee in the room)]
14th November - 24th November @ Harrahs = $555 + tax [inc. resort fee (coffee in the room)]
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Adam is correct there seems to be nothing direct from Manchester? Options seem to be fly from Gatwick or take an indirect flight.
Gatwick would be a good option as we could go there the previous day and stay overnight before the flight. What could go wrong?
The indirect flight means we get a stop and can get things like food during this instead of having to eat and drink on plane.
Personally not too worried about the slightly higher room rate, would probably be a good weekend.
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The indirect flight means we get a stop and can get things like food during this instead of having to eat and drink on plane.
Maybe but during that "stop" you will have to go through Immigration, Customs...the TSA etc.
Just make sure there is plenty of time between flights...3 hours would be best although 2 is my absolute minimum and that was before 9/11.
Veterans Day weekend is fun, the place is full of US military, especially the Marines who love going out in their dress uniforms.
You"ll here "Thank you for your service" quite a lot....
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The indirect flight means we get a stop and can get things like food during this instead of having to eat and drink on plane.
Maybe but during that "stop" you will have to go through Immigration, Customs...the TSA etc.
Just make sure there is plenty of time between flights...3 hours would be best although 2 is be my absolute minimum and that was before 9/11.
Oh yeah, that"s a point
My personal preference would be a direct flight tbh, then you can sort all that stuff out in Vegas and get on it asap.
Are there direct flight from Manc and I am just missing them somehow? Have just fired off as mail to Virgin Atlantic to see what the deal is and if there is likely to be.
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If you decide to do the overnight at LGW the night before (and I will anyway)...I can suggest some spots.
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If you decide to do the overnight at LGW the night before (and I will anyway)...I can suggest some spots.
I will almost certainly do this.
Would be good to get the same flight for banter purposes. I don"t think I can justify not getting a Virgin Flight due to the staff discount though. Although I need to check what it actually is these days (and if I still get it as VM is no longer owned by Virgin Group).
Connecting all over the USA don"t sound too good either, would be knackered by the time we get there :-/
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I"ve been looking over my options considering how few vacation days I have to play with.
I want two weeks so I may have to do 9th - Sat 23rd (arr. 24th).
I assume you guys are leaving Sat 16th (arr. 17th) so that would give me a full week with you unscrupulous bunch of layabouts and a week for my liver to recover and for me to return to some form of mental stability.
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I need to be back in the country on the 16th November, so I has choices.
1. Join the degens and fly out 7th but depart earlier on the 15th
2. Leave a couple of days earlier to give myself more time in Vegas
Both probably from Gatwick...
Hmmm I wonder.......
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I need to be back in the country on the 16th November, so I has choices.
1. Join the degens and fly out 7th but depart earlier on the 15th
2. Leave a couple of days earlier to give myself more time in Vegas
Both probably from Gatwick...
Hmmm I wonder.......
Why not go after the 16th?
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Have to be back at that time to do things that take time 8)
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And the weekend earlier is Portugal ::)
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And the weekend earlier is Portugal ::)
Vegas > Portugal
Nuff said....
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Has anyone actually decided exactly which dates they are going yet?
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Has anyone actually decided exactly which dates they are going yet?
Waiting* on Ger / Massive
*misspelling corrected :)
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Has anyone actually decided exactly which dates they are going yet?
Wairing on Ger / Massive
I believe planning meeting has been delayed. The select committee are meeting at The Eagle Public House in Yarm on 21st-24th March. I understand this issue is likely to be resolved at that point.
4 weeks today will be Invasion Eve.
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7th to the 15th November is favourite for me and is hovering around the bag of sand for premium economy from Gatwick.
PS
Subject to board approval at the EGM next month I will book it.
PPS
Except of course if the price dips dramatically in the meantime then I will just fecking book it anyway
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Subject to EGM
Sat 9th Nov. (arrival) - Sat 23rd (arr. 24th).
Harrahs (probably) 9th - 15th
Orleans (v.probably) 16th - 23rd.
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Gatwick overnight/parking options then please Oh Great One
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Gatwick overnight/parking options then please Oh Great One
Meteor Meet and Greet Ltd., are very good.
Quite a few options including meet you at the airport and then they bring it back upon your return. Make sure you tell them the right terminal though.
01293-590943
01293-551557
07805-067348
p.s. Thanks for the "Oh great one" rap ;D
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Flying in the face of the other board members I have booked my flights cos I am an impatient barsteward.....
Out Gatwick
11.20 Thursday 7th November VS043
Back
16.35 Friday 15th November VS044
Premium ecomony of course ;D ;D
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OK, I have followed Ger"s lead and booked VEGAS BABY, and I am doing the following.
Outbound :- on Thursday Nov 7th on BA275 from LHR arr LAS 18.20
Inbound :- on Saturday Nov 23rd on BA274 from LAS arr LHR 14.05 (24th)
I got the above in Club World for £1215.65 plus 25000 avios points, don"t mind if I do :o
I"ve fired an email to my contact at Harrahs and will post hotel rates, for those that might want them, when he replies.
p.s. That"s my travel guru bit done, Paullie over to you sir!!
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Harrahs checked out
11/07/2013 - 11/15/2013
Nightly Rates
THU 11/07/13 $91.00
FRI 11/08/13 $91.00
SAT 11/09/13 $91.00
SUN 11/10/13 COMP
MON 11/11/13 COMP
TUE 11/12/13 COMP
WED 11/13/13 COMP
THU 11/14/13 COMP
Avg. Per Night
$34.13
Thats me sorted then ;D
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Gatwick overnight/parking options then please Oh Great One
I often book a night in a hotel (with included parking) for the night before...which is what I assume you are referring to.
Obviously there is a little extra faff in taking a shuttle to/from the hotel (unless it"s the Hilton) but the costs are usually comparable with a long term parking for the whole period.
Meet & Greet is usually more expensive but does get you on the road that much quicker.
I"ll run up some sites and costs later.
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I"ve fired an email to my contact at Harrahs and will post hotel rates, for those that might want them, when he replies.
Very interested as I have zero comps...guess I"m not enough of a degen.
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I will be heading down the night before anyway - so Hotel + parking might be the best option.....
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If there is a pre flight night out in the Gatwick area I will join that even if it means I"ve got to listen to you lot getting all excited about your trip. There"s a Weatherspoons in Horley about a mile from Gatwick if you want to get out the hotel for a cheap decent pint and some grub.
http://www.jdwetherspoon.co.uk/home/pubs/the-jack-fairman
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16th Nov - 5th Dec are our planned dates dependent on flights and cash.
Not booking until at least June though.
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16th Nov - 5th Dec are our planned dates dependent on flights and cash.
Not booking until at least June though.
Would ye not consider flying over a few days earlier so you have time with the gang before your anniversary? Then you"ve got anniversary and a few more days before and after in peace.
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16th Nov - 5th Dec are our planned dates dependent on flights and cash.
Not booking until at least June though.
Would ye not consider flying over a few days earlier so you have time with the gang before your anniversary? Then you"ve got anniversary and a few more days before and after in peace.
We have to have it cross over into December for work - if Ju takes it all off in one month it affects her yearly sales negatively, if she mixes the two months it doesnt. Bloody confusing lol!
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I will be heading down the night before anyway - so Hotel + parking might be the best option.....
Parking alone is c£65 range for 6th - 16th.
Hotels + parking can be had for as little as £60 but the ones in that range usually are much further away, non-chain and will charge for transfers to/from the airport.
I found the Best Western Moat Hotel at £108 including parking at the official Gatwick Long Staff Car Park.
I"ve done this option. Basically, you park at the hotel overnight and in the morning you drive to the Car Park, your Reg No is read automatically and you just roll in and park up.
The hotel is...adequate...but the LTCP is a treat.
Their shuttles are really frequent and are literally 3 minutes from the terminal. The Car Park is next door to the Hilton which is linked to the South Terminal.
When you return, you board the shuttle (which is usually waiting on the top level) and are dropped off by your car (The car park is sectioned and all bays have rows/bay numbers).
A doddle.
Want to do some of your own looking around...see holidayextras.co.uk (Cashback through Quidco too)
Alternatively, the HI Gatwick (Povey Cross Road) can be had [via HI site - scroll down for parking packages] for the same price and includes up to 15 days parking. Shuttles will add on another £10(ish) and take a little longer to arrive and get to/from the airport.
Hotel is nicer of course, but you get points, cashback also through Quidco and you don"t have to drive the car to the car park in the morning.
I"ve done both....for preference, I"d probably do the BW (which is opposite the HI anyway) as the like the car parking experience at the official Long Stay.
I would avoid AIRPARKS (careful, the names can get confused) as their facility is a fair distance from LGW and somewhat..erm...rustic. Hence the price differential.
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Best Western have a shiite website - will ring and enquire tomorrow as the phone number they give closes at 8pm WTF. Might even use another hotel as they are pi$$ing me off ;D
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HI website is easy and clear it might just get my vote...... 8)
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If you want the BW i would go through holidayextras.co.uk.
They sort out the hotel and the parking for you as a package....but I agree, the HI is a very good option.
Only real downside is the wait for the shuttle at the airport when you get back.
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Flying in the face of the other board members I have booked my flights cos I am an impatient barsteward.....
Out Gatwick
11.20 Thursday 7th November VS043
Back
16.35 Friday 15th November VS044
Premium ecomony of course ;D ;D
Is that with Virgin?
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Flying in the face of the other board members I have booked my flights cos I am an impatient barsteward.....
Out Gatwick
11.20 Thursday 7th November VS043
Back
16.35 Friday 15th November VS044
Premium ecomony of course ;D ;D
Is that with Virgin?
did the prefix VS not give it away - yes it is
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Flying in the face of the other board members I have booked my flights cos I am an impatient barsteward.....
Out Gatwick
11.20 Thursday 7th November VS043
Back
16.35 Friday 15th November VS044
Premium ecomony of course ;D ;D
Is that with Virgin?
did the prefix VS not give it away - yes it is
Like I am bright enough to figure that out at 11pm :-)
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Like I am bright enough to figure that out at 11pm
FYP
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The bad news....CET to introduce Resort Fees from 1/3/2013
http://blog.vegas.com/las-vegas-hotels/caesars-entertainment-properties-join-the-fee-ding-frenzy-27716/
Ranging from as low as $10 and $15 at The Quad and Bally's, respectively, to as much as $25 at Caesars Palace, the new resort fees will cover the cost of fitness center access for two people per day, daily in-room internet access for one device and all local phone calls.
Flamingo, Harrah's and Rio will charge a resort fee of $18, while Paris Las Vegas and Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino will require $20 from guests.
The fee only applies to new bookings made on or after March 1, 2013.
If you are going...it might pay to book now...just in case.
For myself, I"m not too fussed as I pay for t"interwebz anyway but still...annoying.
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The bad news....CET to introduce Resort Fees from 1/3/2013
http://blog.vegas.com/las-vegas-hotels/caesars-entertainment-properties-join-the-fee-ding-frenzy-27716/
Ranging from as low as $10 and $15 at The Quad and Bally's, respectively, to as much as $25 at Caesars Palace, the new resort fees will cover the cost of fitness center access for two people per day, daily in-room internet access for one device and all local phone calls.
Flamingo, Harrah's and Rio will charge a resort fee of $18, while Paris Las Vegas and Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino will require $20 from guests.
The fee only applies to new bookings made on or after March 1, 2013.
If you are going...it might pay to book now...just in case.
For myself, I"m not too fussed as I pay for t"interwebz anyway but still...annoying.
All this is going to do for me personally is mean I will now consider MLife hotels.
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Self cater apartments any good to ye?
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Just heard back from my guy at Caesars Palace VIP and he has been able to offer us the following rates.
7/11 $112*
8/11 $112*
9/11 $112*
10/11 $40
11/11 $40
12/11 $40
13/11 $40
14/11 $40
15/11 $96
16/11 $96
17/11 $40
18/11 $40
19/11 $40
20/11 $40
21/11 $48
22/11 $96
*There is a convention on in early November hence the increased rates.
All rates are plus approx 10% for taxes.
He also said that neither he, nor his boss, know anything about the resort fees being introduced on March 1st, but either way, he has given it to me in writing that no resort fees will be applied to our booking.
I have provisionally held 5 rooms at these rates, but we can add more if required. We are able to book as many or as few nights as you wish.
Therefore if you stay for 7 nights from the 9th November for example, the cost would be approx $550 including taxes, so around £350 for the room for 7 nights = £50 per night.
He will email a booking reference and the telephone number next week. If you want to stay here again, you will need to pay for one night now and the balance when you check-in as we did before.
I"ll post the booking reference and contact number when it arrives.
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Richard.
Thanks very much....value as always.
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Cheers Rich :) does this apply to twin rooms? If so put me and my brother down for one please :) x
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Just heard back from my guy at Caesars Palace VIP and he has been able to offer us the following rates.
7/11 $112*
8/11 $112*
9/11 $112*
10/11 $40
11/11 $40
12/11 $40
13/11 $40
14/11 $40
15/11 $96
16/11 $96
17/11 $40
18/11 $40
19/11 $40
20/11 $40
21/11 $48
22/11 $96
*There is a convention on in early November hence the increased rates.
All rates are plus approx 10% for taxes.
He also said that neither he, nor his boss, know anything about the resort fees being introduced on March 1st, but either way, he has given it to me in writing that no resort fees will be applied to our booking.
I have provisionally held 5 rooms at these rates, but we can add more if required. We are able to book as many or as few nights as you wish.
Therefore if you stay for 7 nights from the 9th November for example, the cost would be approx $550 including taxes, so around £350 for the room for 7 nights = £50 per night.
Rich...I"m assuming these are for Harrahs...right?
Not to knock but if you use the code ILFNF (Friends & Familiy offer code - open for anyone to use) I can get 7 nights from 9/11/2011 in a "Classic" room for $478 (inc. taxes).
That was so good...I booked it just in case.
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Cheers Rich :) does this apply to twin rooms? If so put me and my brother down for one please :) x
Yes matey, 2 queens or a king. You two need 2 queens?? ;D ;D
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Just heard back from my guy at Caesars Palace VIP and he has been able to offer us the following rates.
7/11 $112*
8/11 $112*
9/11 $112*
10/11 $40
11/11 $40
12/11 $40
13/11 $40
14/11 $40
15/11 $96
16/11 $96
17/11 $40
18/11 $40
19/11 $40
20/11 $40
21/11 $48
22/11 $96
*There is a convention on in early November hence the increased rates.
All rates are plus approx 10% for taxes.
He also said that neither he, nor his boss, know anything about the resort fees being introduced on March 1st, but either way, he has given it to me in writing that no resort fees will be applied to our booking.
I have provisionally held 5 rooms at these rates, but we can add more if required. We are able to book as many or as few nights as you wish.
Therefore if you stay for 7 nights from the 9th November for example, the cost would be approx $550 including taxes, so around £350 for the room for 7 nights = £50 per night.
Rich...I"m assuming these are for Harrahs...right?
Not to knock but if you use the code ILFNF (Friends & Familiy offer code - open for anyone to use) I can get 7 nights from 9/11/2011 in a "Classic" room for $478 (inc. taxes).
That was so good...I booked it just in case.
hmm, I just found that this morning as well. Will ask the question.
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I"ve also had a rate from The Jockey Club (http://www.jockeyclubvegas.com) which seems to be well placed between the Aria, The Cosmopolitan and The Bellagio for a 1 bed suite for $850 (£531) including wifi and all taxes for 10 nights starting November 7th thru 17th.
The only downside is that many of the rooms don"t have view and this is one that doesn"t.
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Cheers Rich :) does this apply to twin rooms? If so put me and my brother down for one please :) x
You two are need 2 queens!
FYP Qh Qd
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I"ve also had a rate from The Jockey Club (http://www.jockeyclubvegas.com) which seems to be well placed between the Aria, The Cosmopolitan and The Bellagio for a 1 bed suite for $850 (£531) including wifi and all taxes for 10 nights starting November 7th thru 17th.
Looks decent...http://www.jockeyclubvegas.com/accommodations/
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I"ve also had a rate from The Jockey Club (http://www.jockeyclubvegas.com) which seems to be well placed between the Aria, The Cosmopolitan and The Bellagio for a 1 bed suite for $850 (£531) including wifi and all taxes for 10 nights starting November 7th thru 17th.
Looks decent...http://www.jockeyclubvegas.com/accommodations/
That"s what I thought. Have fired an email asking about 2 bedroom suites as well.
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I"ve also had a rate from The Jockey Club (http://www.jockeyclubvegas.com) which seems to be well placed between the Aria, The Cosmopolitan and The Bellagio for a 1 bed suite for $850 (£531) including wifi and all taxes for 10 nights starting November 7th thru 17th.
Looks decent...http://www.jockeyclubvegas.com/accommodations/
That"s what I thought. Have fired an email asking about 2 bedroom suites as well.
My only "quibble" (if you like) is the location. It"s fine if your are going to be in City Center / Bellagio (or even pHo) all the time but Harrahs" location is hard to beat.
I believe that the JC is a time-share outfit so there may be salesmen about.
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RESORT FEES
Interestingly, the original linked article has now been removed from the website (although the link is still valid).
Nothing official from CET and even the reservation desks / casino hosts know nothing about it.
EDIT: http://www.lasvegassun.com/news/2013/feb/21/caesars-hotels-will-start-charging-resort-fees/
So...semi-official :)
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I"ve also had a rate from The Jockey Club (http://www.jockeyclubvegas.com) which seems to be well placed between the Aria, The Cosmopolitan and The Bellagio for a 1 bed suite for $850 (£531) including wifi and all taxes for 10 nights starting November 7th thru 17th.
Looks decent...http://www.jockeyclubvegas.com/accommodations/
Very decent imo, location is no biggy is it, Vegas is Vegas :-)
Right by Monte Carlo and New York New York, not far from MGM Grand and Hooters (for those discerning gents among you). The IP is shut anyway so Harrahs location is not that big of a deal?
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I"ve also had a rate from The Jockey Club (http://www.jockeyclubvegas.com) which seems to be well placed between the Aria, The Cosmopolitan and The Bellagio for a 1 bed suite for $850 (£531) including wifi and all taxes for 10 nights starting November 7th thru 17th.
Looks decent...http://www.jockeyclubvegas.com/accommodations/
Very decent imo, location is no biggy is it, Vegas is Vegas :-)
Right by Monte Carlo and New York New York, not far from MGM Grand and Hooters (for those discerning gents among you). The IP is shut anyway so Harrahs location is not that big of a deal?
IP (QUAD) is not shut but Harrahs is the one for me
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Very decent imo, location is no biggy is it, Vegas is Vegas :-)
Right by Monte Carlo and New York New York, not far from MGM Grand and Hooters (for those discerning gents among you).
I think you would be surprised exactly how far away those locations are.
JonMW might walk it....I wouldn"t...but then I drive from my lounge to my kitchen, :)
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Very decent imo, location is no biggy is it, Vegas is Vegas :-)
Right by Monte Carlo and New York New York, not far from MGM Grand and Hooters (for those discerning gents among you).
I think you would be surprised exactly how far away those locations are.
JonMW might walk it....I wouldn"t...but then I drive from my lounge to my kitchen, :)
Reasonable is somewhere in between the two :D
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Reckon Rodders and JonMW are in cahoots when it comes to walking, so beware anything Rodders says on the subject. You"ve been warned.
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Reckon Rodders and JonMW are in cahoots when it comes to walking, so beware anything Rodders says on the subject. You"ve been warned.
To be fair that walk was quite walkable the previous time I was in Vegas, I did not know they had put a million steps in the way. Anyway you should come in November it is no where near 10K so you can just run it :-)
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Reckon Rodders and JonMW are in cahoots when it comes to walking, so beware anything Rodders says on the subject. You"ve been warned.
Note to self.
Punch Rodders in face next time you see him
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Reckon Rodders and JonMW are in cahoots when it comes to walking, so beware anything Rodders says on the subject. You"ve been warned.
Note to self.
Punch Rodders in face next time you see him
Fond memories, eh? lolololol Be gentle with our Rodders though. Want to keep him around another while. xx
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Yeah, play nice with Rodders, Stu! You can give him a playful slap if you want though.
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I hope he still has that video Of the fountains where you can hear myself, Phil and my brother having a discussion in the background. Comic genius.
Will never forget the look on his face when I told him to run after JP came up to us and asked why we hadn"t just taken the train thingy.
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In the interests of clarity....
(http://www.chezger.co.uk/assets/images/churchsign.jpg)
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I hope he still has that video Of the fountains where you can hear myself, Phil and my brother having a discussion in the background. Comic genius.
Will never forget the look on his face when I told him to run after JP came up to us and asked why we hadn"t just taken the train thingy.
M"eh you make one tiny mis-judgement of distance and nobody let"s you forget it. Somebody had to make a decision of what to do also, if it had been left to you lot we would still be in the IP now, and that would be...................... Yeah anyway.
I still have the Video and if we had got on the train thingy nobody actually knew about so we would not have got on it anyway then we would not have it. Phil would not have made his friend either.
See that walk was fun times, stop your complaining.
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Get it posted up immediately!!!
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Get it posted up immediately!!!
What Stu said!
Hurry up too...or I"l let him hit ya.
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Paulie pointed out the there were cheaper rates available by using a special Harrahs promo code, so I passed this on to the VIP desk. Whilst they are often unaware, purely due to the size of the organisation he tells me, he will honour the rates advertised. Therefore our rates are now as follows:-
Was Now
7/11 $112* $105
8/11 $112* $105
9/11 $112* $105
10/11 $40 $ 38
11/11 $40 $ 38
12/11 $40 $ 38
13/11 $40 $ 38
14/11 $40 $ 38
15/11 $96 $ 90
16/11 $96 $ 90
17/11 $40 $ 38
18/11 $40 $ 38
19/11 $40 $ 38
20/11 $40 $ 38
21/11 $48 $ 45
22/11 $96 $ 90
As they say, every little helps.
So a 7 night stay, from November 9th to 16th, in a 2 x Queens or 1 x King room would be $475 plus tax.
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Get it posted up immediately!!!
What Stu said!
Hurry up too...or I"l let him hit ya.
Sorry was at the football, will post it shortly, just gotta drive back to Swansea first (it is stored on my computer and I only have my laptop with me).
Excellent deal sorted by Curly right there. Might have to get this booked sooner rather than later I reckon. I say we do:-
7th to 17th November
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Just had this in from Harrahs. Fairly straight forward if we get the minimum of 6 rooms.
Your group is all set at Harrahs Las Vegas Hotel & Casino.
Please have your guests call into the reservation number below. The cut off date to make a reservation will be: 10/8/2013
Please review the information below to verify we have your group set up correctly. Respond to this email to confirm the room block. If you require additional rooms in the future they will be added at the current rates of that time and will not be added at the groups' originally established rates.
Group Information for booking:
Group name: Richard Baker Group
Group Code: VH3RBG3
Call- in #: 888-458-8471
Rooms on hold: 6
Rates:
11/7: $105.00, 11/8: $105.00, 11/9: $105.00, 11/10: $38.00, 11/11: $38.00, 11/12: $38.00, 11/13: $38.00, 11/14: $38.00, 11/15: $90.00, 11/16: $90.00, 11/17: $38.00, 11/18: $38.00, 11/19: $38.00, 11/20: $38.00, 11/21: $45.00, 11/22: $90.00
Upgrade options:
Harrah's Renovated: $30
Harrah's View: $20
Policies:
When your guests call in or make a reservation online they will be required to provide a deposit (first nights room and tax) at that time. There is a 72 hour cancellation policy for individual reservations. A full refund is provided for any reservation cancelled 72 hours prior to arrival.
Hotel Check In Time: 4pm, Hotel Check Out Time: 11am
All rooms are based on single/double occupancy; there is an additional $30.00 per person per day fee for all guests over the registered two occupants.
Hotel tax is 12% and not included in the above rates.
At Caesars Entertainment we have no resort fees!
Total Experiences/Caesars Entertainment Exclusive VIP Services
Once your group has confirmed 5 or more registered rooms at Harrahs Las Vegas you will receive our exclusive Total Experiences VIP services in which I can assist you plan such wonderful activities as nightlife, dining, golf, show and transportation reservations at any Caesars Entertainment properties.
Total Rewards Card
Be sure to sign up for our Total Rewards program when you book. You will earn points for every dollar you spend at any of our properties nation wide. You can pick up your Total Rewards membership card when you arrive on property at the Total Rewards counter. Always remember to show your Total Rewards card wherever you go in our properties to earn points for your spend. We will link your Total Rewards account to your room adding convenience to charge back to your room to earn every point you deserve. Points=Rewards so everyone comes out a winner!
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Add this one to the list...
Twin Peaks (http://www.vegaschatter.com/story/2013/3/12/143220/858/vegas-travel/An+Eye-Opening+Visit+To+Twin+Peaks)
(http://www.vegaschatter.com/files/100501/Twin_Peaks_Girl.jpg)
Gallery (http://www.twinpeaksrestaurant.com/galleries/ultimate-man-cave-3/).. ::)
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Add this one to the list...
Twin Peaks (http://www.vegaschatter.com/story/2013/3/12/143220/858/vegas-travel/An+Eye-Opening+Visit+To+Twin+Peaks)
(http://www.vegaschatter.com/files/100501/Twin_Peaks_Girl.jpg)
Gallery (http://www.twinpeaksrestaurant.com/galleries/ultimate-man-cave-3/).. ::)
It could get messy ::) ::) :o :o
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Booked Harrahs, wasn"t looking very carefully and they took a deposit for the first night, which is fine. But they did slap a resort fee onto the total cost which includes Internet, Fitness Centre access for 2 (you are having a Giraffe) and free local calls (yeah right I will surely use this as well)
Room Type: Classic
Check-In: Thu, Nov 7, 2013
Check-Out: Fri, Nov 15, 2013
Adults: 1
Children: 0
Nightly Rates:
THU 11/07/2013 $91.00
FRI 11/08/2013 $91.00
SAT 11/09/2013 $91.00
SUN 11/10/2013 COMP
MON 11/11/2013 COMP
TUE 11/12/2013 COMP
WED 11/13/2013 COMP
THU 11/14/2013 COMP
Avg. per Night: $34.13
Subtotal: $273.00
Fees: $144.00
Taxes: $50.04
Grand Total: $467.04
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Have had it confirmed, in writing, from Harrahs that all bookings made after March 1st will be subject to the resort fee as per Ger"s post.
However, because I booked the holding reservation in February, anyone staying at Harrahs will NOT have to pay this unless they want too, as long as they quote our group reference.
My email to him was as follows:-
Just a couple of questions.
1. If for any reason we don't book 5 rooms, we may have 4 sharing a 2 x queen bed room for example, does that just mean that the rates stand, but we don't get the VIP services?
2. One of our group, Mr. Gerard Smyth, had enough TR points to get a few nights comp'd. He has booked from 7th to 15th November and has had a resort fee added to his account! Can you shed any light on this?
His reply was :-
If you only book four rooms we will keep the rate and I can still offer my services because you are a repeat guest : )
We do now charge a resort fee for any reservations booked after the first of March; your group will be excluded when they book using your code.
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My itinerary now is as follows:-
November 7th BA275 from Heathrow/Las Vegas @ 15.40 arr 18.20, in Club World obv. ;D
I will be staying at Harrahs for 8 nights from 7th-15th November.
November 15th Delta from Las Vegas to Salt Lake City. (my cousin and his family live there)
November 18th Delta from Salt Lake City to Las Vegas.
November 18th to November 23rd staying at Orleans
November 23rd BA274 from Las Vegas to Heathrow, again in Club World obv. ;D
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I"m promising Richard a visit to Twin Peaks....
(http://www.vegaschatter.com/files/63189/TwinPeaksHot1.jpg)
I"m thinking Sunday 10th November before we make our way to Frankies Tiki Room & McMullans.
(http://s3-media2.ak.yelpcdn.com/bphoto/fKThPmBdKecE5lNVOecnPg/l.jpg)
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I have booked November 7-15 staying at Harrahs see you there boys & girls.
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I have booked November 7-15 staying at Harrahs see you there boys & girls.
Priceless........
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I"m promising Richard a visit to Twin Peaks....
(http://www.vegaschatter.com/files/63189/TwinPeaksHot1.jpg)
I"m thinking Sunday 10th November before we make our way to Frankies Tiki Room & McMullans.
(http://s3-media2.ak.yelpcdn.com/bphoto/fKThPmBdKecE5lNVOecnPg/l.jpg)
Oh!!!!!!!!!!!!!!, :: that so suits me sir....................... ::) ::) ::)
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I"m promising Richard a visit to Twin Peaks....
(http://www.vegaschatter.com/files/63189/TwinPeaksHot1.jpg)
I"m thinking Sunday 10th November before we make our way to Frankies Tiki Room & McMullans.
(http://s3-media2.ak.yelpcdn.com/bphoto/fKThPmBdKecE5lNVOecnPg/l.jpg)
Oh!!!!!!!!!!!!!!, :: that so suits me sir....................... ::) ::) ::)
FFS, look at the size of those jugs. A man could get lost in there!!!( if he tried hard enough) ;)
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SusiePea has booked her flight today. ;D
She"s on the same BA flight as me (economy though not club :o) on November 7th and is returning on November 20th.
She"s staying at Harrahs from 7th to 15th and then with a friend in Las Vegas until the 20th.
It also looks like Colin Wilson will be there as well.
So by my calculations we are:-
Ger
Me
Paulie
Sue
Don
Bobby
Paul
Thomas
Colin
Rodders
And possibly,
Ken & Brenda McBride
Rita
Betty
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SusiePea has booked her flight today. ;D
She"s on the same BA flight as me (economy though not club :o) on November 7th and is returning on November 20th.
She"s staying at Harrahs from 7th to 15th and then with a friend in Las Vegas until the 20th.
It also looks like Colin Wilson will be there as well.
So by my calculations we are:-
Ger
Me
Paulie
Sue
Don
Lee Bobby
Paul
Thomas
Colin
as possibly,
Ken & Brenda McBride
Rita
Betty
Fyp thanks for the update
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I am intending to book this weekend when I get home. Don"t have pc access at the moment, just wanted to check on a few costs of other things first but am now good to book.
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I am intending to book this weekend when I get home. Don"t have pc access at the moment, just wanted to check on a few costs of other things first but am now good to book.
Cool
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(http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-fi0KgPP_ygU/TadMvVWUjeI/AAAAAAAAAjw/x09t2YrFtGs/s1600/charlie-sigh.jpg)
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OK done as a done thing on the flight
Outward
11:20 Thu 07 November
London LGW (Gatwick)
to
Las Vegas LAS (McCarran)
Return
16:35 Fri 15 November
Las Vegas LAS (McCarran)
to
London LGW (Gatwick)
Will book the Hotel this week, will be at Harrahs.
Viva Las Vegas
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OK done as a done thing on the flight
Outward
11:20 Thu 07 November
London LGW (Gatwick)
to
Las Vegas LAS (McCarran)
Return
16:35 Fri 15 November
Las Vegas LAS (McCarran)
to
London LGW (Gatwick)
Will book the Hotel this week, will be at Harrahs.
Viva Las Vegas
Just when we thought it couldn"t get any better..................BOOM ;D
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OK done as a done thing on the flight
Outward
11:20 Thu 07 November
London LGW (Gatwick)
to
Las Vegas LAS (McCarran)
Return
16:35 Fri 15 November
Las Vegas LAS (McCarran)
to
London LGW (Gatwick)
Will book the Hotel this week, will be at Harrahs.
Viva Las Vegas
Nice one Rodders great news
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I am still only 75% for Vegas right now.
That means I think I can do it but other matters are impinging on my conciousness right now.
I"m really not happy about it but I have a feeling that if I can make Vegas 2013, then a trip next year is unlikely to be on the cards.
Unless I bink big of course....but that doesn"t seem likely.
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I am still only 75% for Vegas right now. Now then I quite like those odds
That means I think I can do it but other matters are impinging on my conciousness right now. Bat them away FFS
I"m really not happy about it but I have a feeling that if I can make Vegas 2013, then a trip next year is unlikely to be on the cards. Hmmm not liking this at all
Unless I bink big of course....but that doesn"t seem likely. It"s a positive thinking thing - less of the negative waves Moriarty
If you don"t make it this year I will be very disappointed and I will hunt you down ;D ;D
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I am still only 75% for Vegas right now.
That means I think I can do it but other matters are impinging on my conciousness right now.
I"m really not happy about it but I have a feeling that if I can make Vegas 2013, then a trip next year is unlikely to be on the cards.
Unless I bink big of course....but that doesn"t seem likely.
Can I have 25% of your H of F award back then please ;D
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I am still only 75% for Vegas right now.
That means I think I can do it but other matters are impinging on my conciousness right now.
I"m really not happy about it but I have a feeling that if I can make Vegas 2013, then a trip next year is unlikely to be on the cards.
Unless I bink big of course....but that doesn"t seem likely.
Can I have 25% of your H of F award back then please ;D
Nope...that was for what I did do...not what I might not.
GL GG GFY :)
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I am still only 75% for Vegas right now.
That means I think I can do it but other matters are impinging on my conciousness right now.
I"m really not happy about it but I have a feeling that if I can make Vegas 2013, then a trip next year is unlikely to be on the cards.
Unless I bink big of course....but that doesn"t seem likely.
Can I have 25% of your H of F award back then please ;D
Nope...that was for what I did do...not what I might not.
GL GG GFY :)
I don"t really want 75% of twin peaks as this may detract from the experience somewhat ;D.
Therefore, please remove your finger the required amount and get this sorted. NO, is not an option here, capiche!!!
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75% of me is usually more than enough for most people.
"The required amount" is the issue at the moment.
Probably sorted by end of July all being well.
I"ll update soon (heh!) :)
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Is it just a few of us playing the myVegas game on Facebook?
Me
Ger
Adam (sharplea)
Jack
Laxie
We need to get a decent "Gift Ring*" going.
*that sounds dirtier than it should.
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Is it just a few of us playing the myVegas game on Facebook?
Me
Ger
Adam (sharplea)
Jack
Laxie
We need to get a decent "Gift Ring*" going.
*that sounds dirtier than it should.
Jack doesn"t play it. Carl (shogun), Cath and Asa play it though. So far I"ve racked up enough for 2 comp nights in a premium room.
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Is it just a few of us playing the myVegas game on Facebook?
Me
Ger
Adam (sharplea)
Jack
Laxie
We need to get a decent "Gift Ring*" going.
*that sounds dirtier than it should.
+1
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fyp
http://www.lasvegas.com/restaurants/brew-pubs-irish-bars/
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Cheeky request.
I have a bunch of Total Rewards points expiring in July unless I can run some money earn a few points before July to keep them alive.
Is there anyone heading over soon I could pass my TR card to and get them to run a few dollars through a slot machine?
Happy to ship a few bucks over to finance this.
Obv, I"d need to post my TR card so PM if it"s something you"re willing to do.
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Cheeky request.
I have a bunch of Total Rewards points expiring in July unless I can run some money earn a few points before July to keep them alive.
Is there anyone heading over soon I could pass my TR card to and get them to run a few dollars through a slot machine?
Happy to ship a few bucks over to finance this.
Obv, I"d need to post my TR card so PM if it"s something you"re willing to do.
Glen Laming and Joe Carr-Hill are are both going for the WSOP and are playing at Wembley in a couple of weeks. They are planning to stay near me so you can send it too me if you like and I"ll pass it on.
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Cheeky request.
I have a bunch of Total Rewards points expiring in July unless I can run some money earn a few points before July to keep them alive.
Is there anyone heading over soon I could pass my TR card to and get them to run a few dollars through a slot machine?
Happy to ship a few bucks over to finance this.
Obv, I"d need to post my TR card so PM if it"s something you"re willing to do.
Glen Laming and Joe Carr-Hill are are both going for the WSOP and are playing at Wembley in a couple of weeks. They are planning to stay near me so you can send it too me if you like and I"ll pass it on.
If they are willing...I"d be happy to send it over.
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Current odds of me going:
Spousal consent evens
Available funds (commission payment) 5/1
Getting boss to change my annual leave dates 7/8
Anyone fancy an accumulator? :)
Obviously the key is the second part, and I will not know the answer for a couple of months. So, will the code still be valid in say August Rich?
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Current odds of me going:
Spousal consent evens
Available funds (commission payment) 5/1
Getting boss to change my annual leave dates 7/8
Anyone fancy an accumulator? :)
Obviously the key is the second part, and I will not know the answer for a couple of months. So, will the code still be valid in say August Rich?
Yes up to 6 weeks prior to us arriving
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Cheeky request.
I have a bunch of Total Rewards points expiring in July unless I can run some money earn a few points before July to keep them alive.
Is there anyone heading over soon I could pass my TR card to and get them to run a few dollars through a slot machine?
Happy to ship a few bucks over to finance this.
Obv, I"d need to post my TR card so PM if it"s something you"re willing to do.
Aha,
Got it sorted.
There"s a slot game on FB where you can spend $20 (min) and get 20 TR points to keep them alive. I thought it would be for a fair while but it seems to have only extended them from July to November. Fortunately, I should be in Vegas in time to renew but, if not, then I have the answer again.
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Cheeky request.
I have a bunch of Total Rewards points expiring in July unless I can run some money earn a few points before July to keep them alive.
Is there anyone heading over soon I could pass my TR card to and get them to run a few dollars through a slot machine?
Happy to ship a few bucks over to finance this.
Obv, I"d need to post my TR card so PM if it"s something you"re willing to do.
Aha,
Got it sorted.
There"s a slot game on FB where you can spend $20 (min) and get 20 TR points to keep them alive. I thought it would be for a fair while but it seems to have only extended them from July to November. Fortunately, I should be in Vegas in time to renew but, if not, then I have the answer again.
Oh you"ll be there, I have confidence ;D
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Thought I would freshen this one up as it"s withered a bit pending the S7 announcement and, fortunately, but I suspect not by chance, there is an APAT event at Caesars on the first Saturday (9th).
I was due to arrive that day (assuming I can get myself sorted) so I may have to re-think.
Looks like I may have enough myVegas points for a couple of free nights (not sure where yet...Mirage probs) and there would be no increase in the flight costs so I am considering flying out on the 7th instead.
Sunday (10th) evening is basically booked for Curlarge to take the stage at McMullans with the possibility of a visit to Frankies beforehand...I"ll have to see how the timing works on that one.
There"s a lot to fit in....my work is never done.
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Very much liking this, I love a Bloody Mary, good research Paulie. Scheduling is good also ;)
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ooooh-lookie...........I likieeeeee (hic) ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
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Regretfully I cannot get "permission" to make this event.
Divorce would be an option - but avoiding for the sake of the children.
Seriously, financial and work commitments mean this isn"t gonna happen however much I want to go.
APAT Vegas III - 2015 I will be there. (*Subject to early date confirmation!)
Enjoy.
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APAT Vegas III - 2015 I will be there. (*Subject to early date confirmation!)
Pretty much...as a generality, there are two "major" times the APAT contingent will do Vegas.
June/July - for the WSOP experience, or
Oct/Nov/Dec - Just because it"s not so freakin" hot and we have all year to save.
FYI of course....oh...and pack an extra liver. Lightweights often overlook this basic consideration. :)
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Myself and soft lad ward are booking our flights when he gets paid next month :D
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Myself and soft lad ward are booking our flights when he gets paid next month :D
So much win in one post
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We"re still waiting for the lottery win but I"m sure it"s coming.
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We"re still waiting for the lottery win but I"m sure it"s coming.
So much lose in one post - Hoping for that bink then - Gwan Jaxie you can do it :-)
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We"re still waiting for the lottery win but I"m sure it"s coming.
So much lose in one post - Hoping for that bink then - Gwan Jaxie you can do it :-)
QFT.
He says, as he also realises that short of a lottery win, he isnt going either :(
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My plans are still evolving.
Harrahs is booked (9th - 15th inc.) and I booked the Orleans this morning (16th - 22nd inc.) and expect to book my flight v. soon pending some monies hitting the old account
I think i can swing the outbound flight on 7th and return 23rd for <£900 (Premium Economy) but that leaves me with a couple of days lodgings still to sort out.
Unfortunately, it would appear that there is a massive conference in town at the end of that week which has driven Strip prices sky high. Even the Casino Royale wanted of $140 a night FFS.
I"m still hoping to get a couple of freebies thanks to the MyVegas FB game but I suspect that availability will be limited. My options there are basically Excal or NYNY...both of which would be fine.
However, if that falls through, I have a couple of other cheaper options.
The Royal Resort (http://www.royalhotelvegas.com/) for $59 a night (ish)
Not exactly close to the action but it is home to The Barrymore (see above re Bloody Marys) and basically opposite the Vegas Video Network studios...which might be entertaining.
Hooters (http://www.hooterscasinohotel.com/) for £40 a night (Hotels.com)
Certainly closer to the action and handy for the MGM poker room which i haven"t visited for a long while. Plus they are bound to have dirt cheap Pai Gow.
I think this will be my first fallback and it would only be for a couple of nights anyway plus it would add to my list of hotels I have stayed in.
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My plans are still evolving.
Harrahs is booked (9th - 15th inc.) and I booked the Orleans this morning (16th - 22nd inc.) and expect to book my flight v. soon pending some monies hitting the old account
I think i can swing the outbound flight on 7th and return 23rd for <£900 (Premium Economy) but that leaves me with a couple of days lodgings still to sort out.
Unfortunately, it would appear that there is a massive conference in town at the end of that week which has driven Strip prices sky high. Even the Casino Royale wanted of $140 a night FFS.
I"m still hoping to get a couple of freebies thanks to the MyVegas FB game but I suspect that availability will be limited. My options there are basically Excal or NYNY...both of which would be fine.
However, if that falls through, I have a couple of other cheaper options.
The Royal Resort (http://www.royalhotelvegas.com/) for $59 a night (ish)
Not exactly close to the action but it is home to The Barrymore (see above re Bloody Marys) and basically opposite the Vegas Video Network studios...which might be entertaining.
Hooters (http://www.hooterscasinohotel.com/) for £40 a night (Hotels.com)
Certainly closer to the action and handy for the MGM poker room which i haven"t visited for a long while. Plus they are bound to have dirt cheap Pai Gow.
I think this will be my first fallback and it would only be for a couple of nights anyway plus it would add to my list of hotels I have stayed in.
Never in doubt imo ;D
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Certainly closer to the action and handy for the MGM poker room which i haven"t visited for a long while. Plus they are bound to have dirt cheap Pai Gow.
What you used to know as the MGM poker room is now the buffet, and the Poker Room is now more of a Poker Area directly opposite. ess aich eye tee basically.
Unless it"s moved again since April 13.
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Certainly closer to the action and handy for the MGM poker room which i haven"t visited for a long while. Plus they are bound to have dirt cheap Pai Gow.
What you used to know as the MGM poker room is now the buffet, and the Poker Room is now more of a Poker Area directly opposite. ess aich eye tee basically.
Unless it"s moved again since April 13.
Oh I know but from what I hear the eye-candy on Friday nights is pretty spectacular. :)
http://robvegaspoker.blogspot.co.uk/2013/05/the-slut-parade.html
http://robvegaspoker.blogspot.co.uk/2013/05/bare-backs-sore-backs-perfect-racks.html
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Certainly closer to the action and handy for the MGM poker room which i haven"t visited for a long while. Plus they are bound to have dirt cheap Pai Gow.
What you used to know as the MGM poker room is now the buffet, and the Poker Room is now more of a Poker Area directly opposite. ess aich eye tee basically.
Unless it"s moved again since April 13.
We will obv. have to go and see for ourselves..... ;D ;D
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I now may be able to do this - checking costs now and will get back to you soon.
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Mmmmm.....Italian
http://www.vegaschatter.com/story/2013/7/17/202451/818/vegas-travel/At+Carmine%27s+Las+Vegas%2C+Everything+Is+Sooo+Big
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I think i can swing the outbound flight on 7th
Our flight ? Gatwick on Virgin ?
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Just realised I have over £800 of free shares from tesco to cash in. That"s the flights paid for then :) next month I reckon we are going to pull the trigger. Happy days :)
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Just realised I have over £800 of free shares from tesco to cash in. That"s the flights paid for then :) next month I reckon we are going to pull the trigger. Happy days :)
Nooooo
Pull it, Pull it now !!!!!!!!!!
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I"m just waiting for my brother to get paid then we will do it forget. I take it we fly out on 7th and back in on 15th?
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Julie has agreed that I can go with you lot, on my own if she goes to a festival in August, so I am just waiting to see if that goes ahead and will know by the end of the month.
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FLIGHT
VS043 07 NOV LGW 11:20 LAS 14:05
VS044 15 NOV LAS 16:35 LGW 10:35
travelling down to Gatwick on the 6th staying at Courtyard by Marriot
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FLIGHT
VS043 07 NOV LGW 11:20 LAS 14:05
VS044 15 NOV LAS 16:35 LGW 10:35
travelling down to Gatwick on the 6th staying at Courtyard by Marriot
That is currently coming in at £688pp. Bit too much for me.
I"ll probably go indirect or break the journey over a night and get a cheap hotel and cheap internal flight. In fact, on Travelup, there is a direct flight to LAX from London for £412. Internal return flights with Southwest from LAX to LAS are $54 each way. Be quick though, that fare won"t last long at all.
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FLIGHT
VS043 07 NOV LGW 11:20 LAS 14:05
VS044 15 NOV LAS 16:35 LGW 10:35
travelling down to Gatwick on the 6th staying at Courtyard by Marriot
Well there is that all sorted then :)
We getting a limo transfer when we get there?
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We getting a limo transfer when we get there?
Of course ;D
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We getting a limo transfer when we get there?
Of course ;D
In which case I need to ask if there"s room for a small one, have just completed the booking ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
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We getting a limo transfer when we get there?
Of course ;D
In which case I need to ask if there"s room for a small one, have just completed the booking ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
Yes Glenn!!!!
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Loud grinding noise from the car this morning.
Can"t get it booked in until Friday...but it sounds expensive.
Vegas likelihood dropping. :(
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Hope it"s not too serious Paulie :(
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Loud grinding noise from the car this morning.
Can"t get it booked in until Friday...but it sounds expensive.
Vegas likelihood dropping. :(
NORRRR - This won"t do :-(
Staking thread :-)
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Julie has agreed that I can go with you lot, on my own if she goes to a festival in August, so I am just waiting to see if that goes ahead and will know by the end of the month.
How is this not the greatest deal in the history of deals?
Have fun at the festival Joobie :-)
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Hope it"s not too serious Paulie :(
It is hugely serious. Who the hell is going to take us to Twin Peaks FFS?????????
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Loud grinding noise from the car this morning.
Can"t get it booked in until Friday...but it sounds expensive.
Vegas likelihood dropping. :(
Run good tomorrow paulie you gotta make this trip...
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Loud grinding noise from the car this morning.
Can"t get it booked in until Friday...but it sounds expensive.
Vegas likelihood dropping. :(
Run good tomorrow paulie you gotta make this trip...
plus infinity FFS
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Loud grinding noise from the car this morning.
Can"t get it booked in until Friday...but it sounds expensive.
Vegas likelihood dropping. :(
Run good tomorrow paulie you gotta make this trip...
plus infinity FFS
Took the car into my local garage this morning and, as I have had to do all week, commuted to work via omnibus and choo-choo train.
A lot is riding on the outcome of the diagnosis....
If it is something easy, perhaps as little a couple of hundred, I"d wince but bear it.
If it"s in the half-grand region, Prague would be in severe doubt but I reckon I could still swing Vegas.
If it"s in the grand region, I would have to extract the digit, bite the bullet and do the sensible thing and cancel Vegas.
Any more than that and November/December was looking like a very long time to spend at home.
The phone rang at midday.
"Mr Davis?", the greasemonkey enquired.
"T"is I", I replied
"Baht yer motah".
"Aah, yes. How is it looking?", I asked with some trepidation (see above).
"It"s ready for you to pick up".
"Oh...that seemed quick", I opined with hope rising.
"Yeah, it was just a stone caught behind the back plate".
"So nothing major wrong then?", I queried with hopes soaring.
"Nope, all sorted"
"How much to I owe you?"...I had to ask.
"£30 should cover it"
Vegas baby, Vegas.
(http://www.strikeaprose.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/fist-pump-baby-lets.png)
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(https://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/s720x720/599420_588552357831075_60278531_n.jpg)
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(http://mrwgifs.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/Yes-Yes-Yes-WWE-Gif.gif)
Now all I have to do is hopefully swing my own trip out there...
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(http://mrwgifs.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/Yes-Yes-Yes-WWE-Gif.gif)
Now all I have to do is hopefully swing my own trip out there...
Ahhh, Bryan Danielson...always worth a visit.
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travelling down to Gatwick on the 6th staying at Courtyard by Marriot
Booking flight soon...just waiting on a cash injection which is due next week.
I can get a room & parking at the Marriott for my whole stay for £136 compared with just parking at the Long Stay for £96.
£40 for the night...seems like a deal to me.
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travelling down to Gatwick on the 6th staying at Courtyard by Marriot
Booking flight soon...just waiting on a cash injection which is due next week.
I can get a room & parking at the Marriott for my whole stay for £136 compared with just parking at the Long Stay for £96.
£40 for the night...seems like a deal to me.
Ahem, we are going to Vegas not a fortnight in Crawley FFS ;D ;D
p.s. very good news indeed, I can buy those "Twin Peaks" shares back again :o :o
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So - who is going to be flying on the Virgin flight on the 7th and who will be flying economy on that flight?
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So - who is going to be flying on the Virgin flight on the 7th and who will be flying economy on that flight?
I will be on the flight happy with Premium or Economy whatever the rest of you are doing
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I looked at costs and it was coming in at £700 for economy and £1000 for premium. Sod that.
I then found a flight direct from London to Los Angeles for £550 - but the kicker is that it has bloody transatlantic wifi and power points in economy seats! I"m pretty sure I can handle 10 hours on my own if I can play on Stars :)
Oh, and the internal flight to Vegas from LA is $54. Sorted. All I gotta do now is get a new contract within the next few weeks - if I get a 3-6 month min contract then I"ll be on the plane...assuming I get permission, of course.
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So - who is going to be flying on the Virgin flight on the 7th and who will be flying economy on that flight?
Me...99%...and in PE
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So - who is going to be flying on the Virgin flight on the 7th and who will be flying economy on that flight?
Me...99%...and in PE
Me & Sneaky Joe(aquarium) 100% and in PE - Mattie Bird (aquarium) Cattle......(all already booked)
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I"m on that one too in PE
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First Thursday
Now that I am on the cusp (did I pronounce that right?) of booking for definite for VV2 I"ve been giving some thought to what the first day should bring.
I think most of us will be arriving and esconced in our various lodgings by say 4pm at the latest. The majority will be in Harrahs although there may be the odd exception (probably just me). I"m fairly sure that I"m going to be at Hooters (because it"s like £80 for the two days) and I"ve yet to find a better offer.
So, do we have any thoughts about what "First Night" should bring?
Do we want to travel far afield or something closer to home?
Obviously, I"m biased by my location but NYNY seems to have an interesting variety of options...
Duelling pianos at Times Square (http://www.newyorknewyork.com/entertainment/bars/bar-at-times-square.aspx) - Did it a few years back and it was a blast but it"s crowd dependent.
Nine Fine Irishmen (http://www.newyorknewyork.com/entertainment/bars/nine-fine-irishmen.aspx) - Not on the cheap side from what I hear.
Coyote Ugly. (http://www.newyorknewyork.com/entertainment/bars/coyote-ugly.aspx) - Never been but who knows it could be fun.
Or perhaps you want something different or just to lean back and drink at Toby Keiths?
Or would you like me to find something a little more esoteric and off the beaten path?
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Flexible ;D
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Flexible ;D
Way to express a preference.
Hofbrauhaus Las Vegas (http://www.hofbrauhauslasvegas.com/)
Gordon Biersch Las Vegas (http://www.gordonbiersch.com/locations/las-vegas?action=view)
Firkin On Paradise (http://firkinonparadise.com/)
Off strip...but walkable from one t"other Map (http://goo.gl/maps/s016b)
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Hogs n Heifers?
(I was reading the previous Vegas threads and that was one place we missed)
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Hogs n Heifers?
(I was reading the previous Vegas threads and that was one place we missed)
Oh...you wanna go Downtown!?
That could be an WHOLE different and fun adventure....let me give it some thought.
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Hogs n Heifers?
(I was reading the previous Vegas threads and that was one place we missed)
Oh...you wanna go Downtown!?
That could be an WHOLE different and fun adventure....let me give it some thought.
I"m thinking of staying DT over Veterans weekend as Strip prices are ridic.
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Hogs n Heifers?
(I was reading the previous Vegas threads and that was one place we missed)
Oh...you wanna go Downtown!?
That could be an WHOLE different and fun adventure....let me give it some thought.
I"m thinking of staying DT over Veterans weekend as Strip prices are ridic.
If we"re Downtown on Thursday then it would make sense for me to be to book Thu/Fri nights somewhere down there.
There are a number of places (Main Street Station, The D or even the El Cortez) that might be a giggle for a couple of nights.
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As long as there is beer I am willing to be guided by your good self
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As long as there is beer I am willing to be guided by your good self
You lot are so easily led.
Downtown planning coming up then.....
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As long as there is beer I am willing to be guided by your good self
You lot are so easily led.
Downtown planning coming up then.....
Don"t mind it being downtown either :) only spent one brief night there last time, so would be good to go again.
This is why you are the guru :)
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Hogs n Heifers?
(I was reading the previous Vegas threads and that was one place we missed)
Oh...you wanna go Downtown!?
That could be an WHOLE different and fun adventure....let me give it some thought.
I"m thinking of staying DT over Veterans weekend as Strip prices are ridic.
If we"re Downtown on Thursday then it would make sense for me to be to book Thu/Fri nights somewhere down there.
There are a number of places (Main Street Station, The D or even the El Cortez) that might be a giggle for a couple of nights.
MSS is on my radar as well - I have a couple of Bconnected comp nights at the Orleans to burn so might see if I can switch them to MSS and then stay there until Monday when the Strip gets stupidly cheap.
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MSS is on my radar as well - I have a couple of Bconnected comp nights at the Orleans to burn so might see if I can switch them to MSS and then stay there until Monday when the Strip gets stupidly cheap.
Well I"m already booked into Harrahs for Sat & Sun but Thu & Fri sounds like a plan.
OK...drinking / eating establishments to be researched...and I already have a few in mind. :)
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Hogs n Heifers?
(I was reading the previous Vegas threads and that was one place we missed)
erm, as I recall you missed most of them including your own fecking stag ;D ;D ;D
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Hogs n Heifers?
(I was reading the previous Vegas threads and that was one place we missed)
erm, as I recall you missed most of them including your own fecking stag ;D ;D ;D
Didn"t notice tbh ;)
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Myself, Suziepea, Colin Wilson and anyone else on the BA flight get in at 18.20, so hopefully ready to go around 8pm. Will meet wherever obv....
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So - who is going to be flying on the Virgin flight on the 7th and who will be flying economy on that flight?
I am on this flight in cattle class with three other degens.
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First Thursday...continued
Well, it looks like we won"t have a full complement until 8pm which actually, I think, works out quite well as I don"t imagine anywhere will get going until the evening anyway.
I"m going to limit the list of potential places to just a few but this is, of course, entirely at each persons discretion and alcohol capacity.
I"ve tried for a little bit of variety for each one on my list.
Food
I"m not going to bother making any suggestions here. I think most of these places will offer food of some variety.
I did consider the Heart Attack Grill (http://www.heartattackgrill.com/) but I"ve been put off by some less than enthusiastic reviews of the food...and I hate their website design.
It might be worth it for the experience but I think we can find better things to do with our time.
Getting Started
Starting off slowly with a blast from the past, I thought we would gather at Insert Coin(s) (http://www.insertcoinslv.com/).
A mix of Bar/Video Arcade with a dance floor (if you must) it should provide ample opportunity of the more mature participants to revisit their mis-spent youth and get the spirit of competition going.
Moving On
I don"t imagine we"ll spend too much time at Insert Coin(s) so we can keep the fun going at Backstage Bar & Billiards (http://www.backstagebarandbilliards.com/).
Again, perhaps only an hour or so here but, as always, it"s a free flowing situation.
Getting Heavy
Since we have all missed it on previous occasions, and Adam wants it..we move on to Hogs & Heifers (http://www.fremontstreetbars.com/near-fremont/hogs-and-heifers/) for as long as we like.
If you ever saw the film "Coyote Ugly", this is the Vegas version of the NY bar on which that movie was based.
It is what it is.
Easing Off
If we feel like backing off and chilling down then my last suggestion is Park on Fremont (http://www.fremontstreetbars.com/fremont-east-bars/park-on-fremont/).
The actual website is a non-functional nightmare of an experience so I"m linking in from FremontStreetBars.com.
They are open to 3 a.m. whereas H&H closes at 2 a.m.
That do?
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First Thursday...continued
Well, it looks like we won"t have a full complement until 8pm which actually, I think, works out quite well as I don"t image anywhere will get going until the evening anyway.
I"m going to limit the list of potential places to just a few but this is, of course, entirely at each persons discretion and alcohol capacity.
I"ve tried for a little bit of variety for each one on my list.
Food
I"m not going to bother making any suggestions here. I think most of these places will offer food of some variety.
I did consider the Heart Attack Grill (http://www.heartattackgrill.com/) but I"ve been put off by some less than enthusiastic reviews of the food...and I hate their website design.
It might be worth it for the experience but I think we can find better things to do with out time.
Getting Started
Starting off slowly with a blast from the past, I thought we would gather at Insert Coin(s) (http://www.insertcoinslv.com/).
A mix of Bar/Video Arcade with a dance floor (if you must) it should provide ample opportunity of the more mature participants to revisit their mis-spent youth and get the spirit of competition going.
Moving On
I don"t imagine we"ll spend too much time at Insert Coin(s) so we can keep the fun going at Backstage Bar & Billiards (http://www.backstagebarandbilliards.com/).
Again, perhaps only an hour or so here but, as always, it"s a free flowing situation.
Getting Heavy
Since we have all missed it on previous occasions, and Adam wants it..we move on to Hogs & Heifers (http://www.fremontstreetbars.com/near-fremont/hogs-and-heifers/) for as long as we like.
If you ever saw the film "Coyote Ugly", this is the Vegas version of the NY bar on which that movie was based.
It is what it is.
Easing Off
If we feel like backing off and chilling down then my last suggestion is Park on Fremont (http://www.fremontstreetbars.com/fremont-east-bars/park-on-fremont/).
The actual website is a non-functional nightmare of an experience so I"m linking in from FremontStreetBars.com.
They are open to 3 a.m. whereas H&H closes at 2 a.m.
That do?
it"s a start ;)
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Im in :D
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I"m planning (confirming by September as need to get new contract and actually buy) to fly in Wednesday 6th so definitely up for this :)
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Having given it careful consideration. I am in. Loving the idea of coins in, will be like 25 years in the past, Saturday afternoons, ahhh I remember it well.
I still have not booked Harrahs. I really should do that.
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Julie has agreed that I can go with you lot, on my own if she goes to a festival in August, so I am just waiting to see if that goes ahead and will know by the end of the month.
How is this not the greatest deal in the history of deals?
Have fun at the festival Joobie :-)
FESTIVAL TICKETS BOOKED
So you know what that means...
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Plan for me is to fly in on Wednesday evening (6th) and fly back on the Friday (15th) morning via LAX.
Have booked the Flamingo from the Sunday onwards but still deciding where to stay for the first part of the trip. I"m hoping that I get 2 comped nights at The Orleans for the first two (I have them in my offer box but the current offer only lets me book to October - I have noticed that this tends to roll over closer to the time) and hoping to do my Priceline trick for the Friday/Saturday as rates are MEGA huge.
But, erm, yes. Count me IN. I am coming to VEGAS!
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(http://i299.photobucket.com/albums/mm297/PaulieDavis/Random/sorted_zps95ad7cf7.png)
Flight booked
Virgin
Outbound - 7th November 2013
Inbound - 23rd November 2013
Hotels booked
Main Street Station (Downtown) 7th & 8th
Harrahs (Strip) 9th - 15th
Orleans (Offstrip) 16th - 22nd
ESTA
Applied but Pending?
Wedge
Travellers Cheques ordered.
Anticipation
Mounting
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Just as a slight aside, and not wanting to pour sour grape juice on as yet unspilt milk, but if I remember correctly the first night last time, whilst filled with excitement, merriment and anticipation, sorta went a bit flat about 9pm (5am for us) as people flagged after a very long days travel, and therefore I was wondering if a "big night dan-tan" might be just a little over ambitious. (am obv going for the longest sentence in the world here as well ;))
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I"m having a nap first! ;D
Silly BA flight times...Virgin FTW.
Anyway, people are free to drop in or out as they want...no pressure...just a suggestion.
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Just as a slight aside, and not wanting to pour sour grape juice on as yet unspilt milk, but if I remember correctly the first night last time, whilst filled with excitement, merriment and anticipation, sorta went a bit flat about 9pm (5am for us) as people flagged after a very long days travel, and therefore I was wondering if a "big night dan-tan" might be just a little over ambitious. (am obv going for the longest sentence in the world here as well ;))
I agree, but we are not limited to only doing this once.
The main reason the first night went a bit flat imo is everybody started to play poker in that Harrahs tournament those of us who stayed in the bar type thing with the piano kept going quite well, although I was broken by 1am Vegas time. Could try having a nap first I guess but that does not sound like it will work as it will break the high of being in Vegas which is part of the fun, it"s the first night in Vegas just keep going until you drop. I say go with the plan (it will probably end early but it does not matter) and do it again on the Sunday or something. I am going to call a meeting in Cardiff on Sunday to discuss :-)
Should I booked Downtown for the first two nights btw? I don"t really like moving about but if that is what everybody else is doing so be it. Would be good to spend some time down there.
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Should I booked Downtown for the first two nights btw? I don"t really like moving about but if that is what everybody else is doing so be it. Would be good to spend some time down there.
Steve,
At the moment, I think it"s only me...and Adam.
Staying Downtown for Thu & Fri nights for me was based on a couple of things.
Firstly, I hadn"t booked anywhere for those nights initially because I hadn"t expected to fly out until Saturday.
Secondly, the prices for anywhere on the Strip for those nights were firking extortionate...even under the deal that Curly got they wanted $105 per night before tax AND resort fee.
With the suggestion that we hit H&H it made sense for me to stay Downtown because I"m paying only $125 for the two nights (including tax) and MSS don"t charge a resort fee AND it"s a short stagger back to the hotel when I"m pished on Thursday night.
Yes it will cost me a few more bucks in the taxi to get there from the airport (and again for the transfer to Harrahs) but so be it.
Don"t feel you have to if you don"t want to.....but if you can deal with the minor hassle of switching hotels it"s worth the experience in my opinion.
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I say go with the plan (it will probably end early but it does not matter) and do it again on the Sunday or something. I am going to call a meeting in Cardiff on Sunday to discuss :-)
Uh uh....haven"t you seen the plan for Saturday & Sunday (http://www.apat.com/forum/index.php?topic=11914.msg214577#msg214577)?
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Myself and Matty will be in harrahs using the code Rich baker gave I believe.
That"s for the duration.
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Myself and Matty will be in harrahs using the code Rich baker gave I believe.
That"s for the duration.
;D ;D
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Harrah"s on the 7th until I leave 8)
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I say go with the plan (it will probably end early but it does not matter) and do it again on the Sunday or something. I am going to call a meeting in Cardiff on Sunday to discuss :-)
Uh uh....haven"t you seen the plan for Saturday & Sunday (http://www.apat.com/forum/index.php?topic=11914.msg214577#msg214577)?
I will have to get a burner phone and call you lot - I intend to play the APAT, Las Vegas and I have unfinished business!
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Just as a slight aside, and not wanting to pour sour grape juice on as yet unspilt milk, but if I remember correctly the first night last time, whilst filled with excitement, merriment and anticipation, sorta went a bit flat about 9pm (5am for us) as people flagged after a very long days travel, and therefore I was wondering if a "big night dan-tan" might be just a little over ambitious. (am obv going for the longest sentence in the world here as well ;))
I agree, but we are not limited to only doing this once.
The main reason the first night went a bit flat imo is everybody started to play poker in that Harrahs tournament those of us who stayed in the bar type thing with the piano kept going quite well, although I was broken by 1am Vegas time. Could try having a nap first I guess but that does not sound like it will work as it will break the high of being in Vegas which is part of the fun, it"s the first night in Vegas just keep going until you drop. I say go with the plan (it will probably end early but it does not matter) and do it again on the Sunday or something. I am going to call a meeting in Cardiff on Sunday to discuss :-)
Should I booked Downtown for the first two nights btw? I don"t really like moving about but if that is what everybody else is doing so be it. Would be good to spend some time down there.
I"m only staying DT if I can get Bconnected to move my comps from Orleans to MSS. If not, I"ll be at the Orleans from Weds - Fri, then I have a 1 night burner (myvegas) comp to use at Monte Carlo for the Sat, before moving to the Flamingo on the Sunday.
That"s the plan, anyway.
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SusiePea and I are booked into Harrahs from 7th to 15th.
I will leave Las Vegas and fly to Park City, UT from 16th - 18th to visit family and Sue is staying at a friends in North Las Vegas from 16th until Wednesday 20th when she leaves for home.
When I arrive back in LV on the 18th I will be at The Orleans until leaving on the 23rd.
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Booked Harrahs 7th-14th.
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Good, Harrahs it is then. Nice to see Paulie has it in hand, that"s why he is the guru. Meeting cancelled, please resume the original drinking plan. ;D
Is everybody playing the APAT then? It will take two days out of the trip. Might just come over and play cash until enough people get knocked out if everybody wants to play it.
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Is everybody playing the APAT then?
Me?....probably not.
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I say go with the plan (it will probably end early but it does not matter) and do it again on the Sunday or something. I am going to call a meeting in Cardiff on Sunday to discuss :-)
Uh uh....haven"t you seen the plan for Saturday & Sunday (http://www.apat.com/forum/index.php?topic=11914.msg214577#msg214577)?
I will have to get a burner phone and call you lot - I intend to play the APAT, Las Vegas and I have unfinished business!
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I will probably be playing the APAT, I definitely want to play some poker while I am over there!!
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I will probably be playing the APAT, I definitely want to play some poker while I am over there!!
Nothing wrong with that.
For me, it"s just that it takes (potentially) a long period out of my plans for Saturday (http://www.apat.com/forum/index.php?topic=11914.msg214577#msg214577)...but to each their own!
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Looks like **** just got serious....... :o
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looks like david and I are coming... probably 7th- 15th just need to get confirmation from the Lad in sunny Afgan
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looks like david and I are coming... probably 7th- 15th just need to get confirmation from the Lad in sunny Afgan
Looks like **** just got serious....... :o
Yes, yes, yes it did.
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I might have got a bit bored tonight whilst working (more nights means more Vegas money!) so I went through the thread and I think this is who is coming/who has said they are coming but are unconfirmed:
VEGAS AT A GLANCE
| Name | Depart | Return | Fly from(with) | Staying |
| | | | | |
| Rich Baker (Curlarge) | 7th | 23rd | LHR (BA) | Harrahs-Salt Lake City-Orleans |
| Ger Smyth Snr (duke3016) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Don Roberts (Hammerite) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Paul (-) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Thomas (-) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Bobby (-) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Sue (Suziepea) | 7th | 20th | LHR (BA) | Harrahs |
| Colin Wilson (gallowgate) | 7th | 14th | LHR (BA) | Harrahs |
| Steve Roderick (AAroddersAA) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Glenn Laming (Bigfella42) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Stuart Ward (fatcatstu) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Matthew Ward (Wigmo) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Joe Ball (-) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Matthew Bird (-) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Paul Davis (Paulie_D) | 7th | 23rd | LGW (Virgin) | Main Street Station-Harrahs-Orleans |
UNCONFIRMED/NOT YET BOOKED
| Name | Depart | Return | Fly from(with) | Staying |
| | | | | |
| Richard Rudling-Smith (rudders) | 7th | 15th | * | * |
| David Rudling-Smith (-) | 7th | 15th | * | * |
| Adam Sharples (sharplea) | 6th | 15th | LHR (AA) | Orleans-Monte Carlo-Harrahs or Flamingo |
Anybody else to join us??
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better update the spreadsheet....... flying with David from cardiff (klm) early on the 7th- arriving vegas 15.43 9 nights at Harrahs departing saturday 16th. All booked.... oh and there is a good chance that Dan owston will be making an appearance ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, with his mum!!!!!!!
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Updated the front page with the list to here.
And yes, I included Dan Owston"s mother! After all, someone"s gotta look after him and make sure he doesnt get permanently banned from any other casinos!
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I might have got a bit bored tonight whilst working (more nights means more Vegas money!) so I went through the thread and I think this is who is coming/who has said they are coming but are unconfirmed:
VEGAS AT A GLANCE
| Name | Depart | Return | Fly from(with) | Staying |
| | | | | |
| Rich Baker (Curlarge) | 7th | 23rd | LHR (BA) | Harrahs-Salt Lake City-Orleans |
| Ger Smyth Snr (duke3016) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Don Roberts (Hammerite) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Paul (-) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Thomas (-) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Bobby (-) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Sue (Suziepea) | 7th | 20th | LHR (BA) | Harrahs |
| Colin Wilson (gallowgate) | 7th | 14th | LHR (BA) | Harrahs |
| Steve Roderick (AAroddersAA) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Glenn Laming (Bigfella42) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Stuart Ward (fatcatstu) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Matthew Ward (Wigmo) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Joe Ball (-) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Matthew Bird (-) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Paul Davis (Paulie_D) | 7th | 23rd | LGW (Virgin) | Main Street Station-Harrahs-Orleans |
UNCONFIRMED/NOT YET BOOKED
| Name | Depart | Return | Fly from(with) | Staying |
| | | | | |
| Richard Rudling-Smith (rudders) | 7th | 15th | * | * |
| David Rudling-Smith (-) | 7th | 15th | * | * |
| Adam Sharples (sharplea) | 6th | 15th | LHR (AA) | Orleans-Monte Carlo-Harrahs or Flamingo |
Anybody else to join us??
Rita Galvin and Betty poss
Ken and Brenda McBride poss
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I might have got a bit bored tonight whilst working (more nights means more Vegas money!) so I went through the thread and I think this is who is coming/who has said they are coming but are unconfirmed:
VEGAS AT A GLANCE
| Name | Depart | Return | Fly from(with) | Staying |
| | | | | |
| Rich Baker (Curlarge) | 7th | 23rd | LHR (BA) | Harrahs-Salt Lake City-Orleans |
| Ger Smyth Snr (duke3016) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Don Roberts (Hammerite) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Paul (-) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Thomas (-) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Bobby (-) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Sue (Suziepea) | 7th | 20th | LHR (BA) | Harrahs |
| Colin Wilson (gallowgate) | 7th | 14th | LHR (BA) | Harrahs |
| Steve Roderick (AAroddersAA) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Glenn Laming (Bigfella42) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Stuart Ward (fatcatstu) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Matthew Ward (Wigmo) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Joe Ball (-) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Matthew Bird (-) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Paul Davis (Paulie_D) | 7th | 23rd | LGW (Virgin) | Main Street Station-Harrahs-Orleans |
UNCONFIRMED/NOT YET BOOKED
| Name | Depart | Return | Fly from(with) | Staying |
| | | | | |
| Richard Rudling-Smith (rudders) | 7th | 15th | * | * |
| David Rudling-Smith (-) | 7th | 15th | * | * |
| Adam Sharples (sharplea) | 6th | 15th | LHR (AA) | Orleans-Monte Carlo-Harrahs or Flamingo |
Anybody else to join us??
Rita Galvin and Betty poss
Ken and Brenda McBride poss
Will add on 1st page - but will delete that particular part of it at beginning of October :)
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soz didn"t know you wa making a list for vegas,but im all booked in fly Gatwick 7th return 16th staying at flamingo with my mate betty.as most of you are in harrars I hope we meet up.need to know do we pay for tourney before or wen there im sure you will guide me rich as im a rookie,cant wait to go.xx ;D :-*
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soz didn"t know you wa making a list for vegas,but im all booked in fly Gatwick 7th return 16th staying at flamingo with my mate betty.as most of you are in harrars I hope we meet up.need to know do we pay for tourney before or wen there im sure you will guide me rich as im a rookie,cant wait to go.xx ;D :-*
Good news Rita. Tourney will prolly be buyin on the day, although the actual day might change. Will advise when I know.
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soz didn"t know you wa making a list for vegas,but im all booked in fly Gatwick 7th return 16th staying at flamingo with my mate betty.as most of you are in harrars I hope we meet up.need to know do we pay for tourney before or wen there im sure you will guide me rich as im a rookie,cant wait to go.xx ;D :-*
I will add you and Betty to the list :)
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I have to start thinking of the "Leaving Town" meal (on the Thursday?).
We"ve done the traditional "Steak Dinner thing but I"d like to change it up a little.
I"m quite keen to try Carmine"s at Caesars but it"s definitely a group thing.
Here"s a couple of things from VegasChatter
http://www.vegaschatter.com/tag/Carmine%27s
Thoughts?
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Vegas 2013 aka "The Sequel"
Do you all remember this? http://www.apat.com/forum/index.php?topic=7405.0
As previously stated by the Guru: "The general idea is to get as many APAT players as possible in Vegas at the same time for a group adventure.
Don't get me wrong, I'm not suggesting something regimented or even half-organised.just that we'll aim to be out there around same time. People have differing levels of comfort requirements &/or budgets and availability so making this overly complicated would be like trying to herd cats."
So, who"s up for NOVEMBER 2013?
If we need an excuse, and we really don't, then Julie and I want to go back out there to celebrate our wedding anniversary, and it wouldn"t be right on our own!
I"ve noticed that if we start planning now, it gives us a whole year to save up for it, it gives us plenty of time to find flight and hotel deals to ease the expense, and it gives us more time to persuade those who missed out last time to come along this time!
(My new favourite word appears to be "time")
We may also organise and run JAPAT II as that was brilliant fun last time!
What say you APATers? In, or out?
VEGAS AT A GLANCE
| Name | Depart | Return | Fly from(with) | Staying |
| | | | | |
| Rich Baker (Curlarge) | 7th | 23rd | LHR (BA) | Harrahs-Salt Lake City-Orleans |
| Ger Smyth Snr (duke3016) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Don Roberts (Hammerite) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Paul (-) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Thomas (-) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Bobby (-) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Sue (Suziepea) | 7th | 20th | LHR (BA) | Harrahs |
| Colin Wilson (gallowgate) | 7th | 14th | LHR (BA) | Harrahs |
| Steve Roderick (AAroddersAA) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Glenn Laming (Bigfella42) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Stuart Ward (fatcatstu) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Matthew Ward (Wigmo) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Joe Ball (-) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Matthew Bird (-) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Paul Davis (Paulie_D) | 7th | 23rd | LGW (Virgin) | Main Street Station-Harrahs-Orleans |
| Richard Rudling-Smith (rudders) | 7th | 16th | CWL (KLM) | Harrahs |
| David Rudling-Smith (-) | 7th | 16th | CWL (KLM) | Harrahs |
| Rita Galvin (galvo68) | 7th | 16th | LGW (Virgin) | Flamingo |
| Betty (-) | 7th | 16th | LGW (Virgin) | Flamingo |
UNCONFIRMED/NOT YET BOOKED
| Name | Depart | Return | Fly from(with) | Staying |
| | | | | |
| Adam Sharples (sharplea) | 6th | 15th | LHR (AA) | Orleans-Monte Carlo-Harrahs or Flamingo |
| Dan Owston (undisputed) | * | * | * | * |
| Dan Owston"s Mum (-) | * | * | * | * |
| Ken McBride (-) | * | * | * | * |
| Brenda McBride (-) | * | * | * | * |
There must be a couple of other you could squeeze in surely ;)
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I have to start thinking of the "Leaving Town" meal (on the Thursday?).
We"ve done the traditional "Steak Dinner thing but I"d like to change it up a little.
I"m quite keen to try Carmine"s at Caesars but it"s definitely a group thing.
Here"s a couple of things from VegasChatter
http://www.vegaschatter.com/tag/Carmine%27s
Thoughts?
Book it. That is all. :o
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Vegas 2013 aka "The Sequel"
Do you all remember this? http://www.apat.com/forum/index.php?topic=7405.0
As previously stated by the Guru: "The general idea is to get as many APAT players as possible in Vegas at the same time for a group adventure.
Don't get me wrong, I'm not suggesting something regimented or even half-organised.just that we'll aim to be out there around same time. People have differing levels of comfort requirements &/or budgets and availability so making this overly complicated would be like trying to herd cats."
So, who"s up for NOVEMBER 2013?
If we need an excuse, and we really don't, then Julie and I want to go back out there to celebrate our wedding anniversary, and it wouldn"t be right on our own!
I"ve noticed that if we start planning now, it gives us a whole year to save up for it, it gives us plenty of time to find flight and hotel deals to ease the expense, and it gives us more time to persuade those who missed out last time to come along this time!
(My new favourite word appears to be "time")
We may also organise and run JAPAT II as that was brilliant fun last time!
What say you APATers? In, or out?
VEGAS AT A GLANCE
| Name | Depart | Return | Fly from(with) | Staying |
| | | | | |
| Rich Baker (Curlarge) | 7th | 23rd | LHR (BA) | Harrahs-Salt Lake City-Orleans |
| Ger Smyth Snr (duke3016) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Don Roberts (Hammerite) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Paul (-) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Thomas (-) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Bobby (-) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Sue (Suziepea) | 7th | 20th | LHR (BA) | Harrahs |
| Colin Wilson (gallowgate) | 7th | 14th | LHR (BA) | Harrahs |
| Steve Roderick (AAroddersAA) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Glenn Laming (Bigfella42) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Stuart Ward (fatcatstu) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Matthew Ward (Wigmo) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Joe Ball (-) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Matthew Bird (-) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Paul Davis (Paulie_D) | 7th | 23rd | LGW (Virgin) | Main Street Station-Harrahs-Orleans |
| Richard Rudling-Smith (rudders) | 7th | 16th | CWL (KLM) | Harrahs |
| David Rudling-Smith (-) | 7th | 16th | CWL (KLM) | Harrahs |
| Rita Galvin (galvo68) | 7th | 16th | LGW (Virgin) | Flamingo |
| Betty (-) | 7th | 16th | LGW (Virgin) | Flamingo |
UNCONFIRMED/NOT YET BOOKED
| Name | Depart | Return | Fly from(with) | Staying |
| | | | | |
| Adam Sharples (sharplea) | 6th | 15th | LHR (AA) | Orleans-Monte Carlo-Harrahs or Flamingo |
| Dan Owston (undisputed) | * | * | * | * |
| Dan Owston"s Mum (-) | * | * | * | * |
| Ken McBride (-) | * | * | * | * |
| Brenda McBride (-) | * | * | * | * |
There must be a couple of other you could squeeze in surely ;)
Who have I missed? lololol
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Vegas 2013 aka "The Sequel"
Do you all remember this? http://www.apat.com/forum/index.php?topic=7405.0
As previously stated by the Guru: "The general idea is to get as many APAT players as possible in Vegas at the same time for a group adventure.
Don't get me wrong, I'm not suggesting something regimented or even half-organised.just that we'll aim to be out there around same time. People have differing levels of comfort requirements &/or budgets and availability so making this overly complicated would be like trying to herd cats."
So, who"s up for NOVEMBER 2013?
If we need an excuse, and we really don't, then Julie and I want to go back out there to celebrate our wedding anniversary, and it wouldn"t be right on our own!
I"ve noticed that if we start planning now, it gives us a whole year to save up for it, it gives us plenty of time to find flight and hotel deals to ease the expense, and it gives us more time to persuade those who missed out last time to come along this time!
(My new favourite word appears to be "time")
We may also organise and run JAPAT II as that was brilliant fun last time!
What say you APATers? In, or out?
VEGAS AT A GLANCE
| Name | Depart | Return | Fly from(with) | Staying |
| | | | | |
| Rich Baker (Curlarge) | 7th | 23rd | LHR (BA) | Harrahs-Salt Lake City-Orleans |
| Ger Smyth Snr (duke3016) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Don Roberts (Hammerite) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Paul (-) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Thomas (-) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Bobby (-) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Sue (Suziepea) | 7th | 20th | LHR (BA) | Harrahs |
| Colin Wilson (gallowgate) | 7th | 14th | LHR (BA) | Harrahs |
| Steve Roderick (AAroddersAA) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Glenn Laming (Bigfella42) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Stuart Ward (fatcatstu) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Matthew Ward (Wigmo) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Joe Ball (-) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Matthew Bird (-) | 7th | 15th | LGW (Virgin) | Harrahs |
| Paul Davis (Paulie_D) | 7th | 23rd | LGW (Virgin) | Main Street Station-Harrahs-Orleans |
| Richard Rudling-Smith (rudders) | 7th | 16th | CWL (KLM) | Harrahs |
| David Rudling-Smith (-) | 7th | 16th | CWL (KLM) | Harrahs |
| Rita Galvin (galvo68) | 7th | 16th | LGW (Virgin) | Flamingo |
| Betty (-) | 7th | 16th | LGW (Virgin) | Flamingo |
UNCONFIRMED/NOT YET BOOKED
| Name | Depart | Return | Fly from(with) | Staying |
| | | | | |
| Adam Sharples (sharplea) | 6th | 15th | LHR (AA) | Orleans-Monte Carlo-Harrahs or Flamingo |
| Dan Owston (undisputed) | * | * | * | * |
| Dan Owston"s Mum (-) | * | * | * | * |
| Ken McBride (-) | * | * | * | * |
| Brenda McBride (-) | * | * | * | * |
There must be a couple of other you could squeeze in surely ;)
Who have I missed? lololol
maybe the Golden Nugget and The Venitian?
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Oh, my hotels?
All related to comps. I"m waiting for confirmation of a 2 night burner comp at the Orleans and I have myVegas comps to use to try and save cash when its really expensive the first few days.
I"ve booked Flamingo but looking at the prices with the group rate you got and no resort fee, I might just sack that off and move into Harrahs with you degens.
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As we are just 13 weeks (91 days) away from what is fast becoming an epic crew (now 19 strong), we can prolly start to get excited officially. ;D
With this in mind, I thought I"d start a thread where travellers can post things, other than playing poker, that they might like to do when we are there. I for one intend to make this a holiday rather than just a pokerfest, as you can go a bit stir crazy just moving from tourney to tourney, casino to casino chasing the big win. I certainly intend to play my share, but also want to see what else there is on offer.
It has already been posted on this thread somewhere that we are intending to descend on McMullans Irish bar on the Saturday evening and Sunday afternoon to sing along with the resident entertainer John Windsor who we enjoyed last time, or at least I think we did.
http://www.mcmullansirishpub.com/index.shtml.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LU0tPg8j2lA (sounded good at the time)
We are also planning a Bloody Mary Tour to see which casino/bar/restaurant has the best one. (at least 15 claim too!!)
Other things include helicopter rides to the Grand Canyon, driving into Death Valley, maybe a motorcycle ride to Red Rock Canyon, the world is our Lobster.
If there is something you wanna do then post it here and lets see who wants to do it as well.
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Just for the record, for those who havent yet booked and are on the fence about coming, BA/Virgin generally tend to have a sale at the end of August for November flights if this is tempting enough...
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Spearmint Rhyno
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Virgin flight seat choice is open.
I"m in 19D
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Me And Crazy Joe 19 G/F
All Back Of The Bus.
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Myself and the 3 others have taken a middle row 32 d-g on the outward leg & 76 chjk upper floor on the return
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One more aquarium denizen - Les McKenna booking on Monday
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One more aquarium denizen - Les McKenna booking on Monday
LOL! This trip just got insane...
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Myself, Brian and the Mole will be joining you flying out on the 7th for a week of quiet detox and spa living........
Staying at the MGM Signature if anyone fancies a quiet cocktail of an evening....
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Myself, Brian and the Mole will be joining you flying out on the 7th for a week of quiet detox and spa living........
Staying at the MGM Signature if anyone fancies a quiet cocktail of an evening....
Flying from Glasgow or Edinburgh?
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Myself, Brian and the Mole will be joining you flying out on the 7th for a week of quiet detox and spa living........
Staying at the MGM Signature if anyone fancies a quiet cocktail of an evening....
Flying from Glasgow or Edinburgh?
Gatwick most likely.
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Myself, Brian and the Mole will be joining you flying out on the 7th for a week of quiet detox and spa living........
Staying at the MGM Signature if anyone fancies a quiet cocktail of an evening....
Flying from Glasgow or Edinburgh?
Gatwick most likely.
I am so glad I am not getting on that plane now...you 3 + Duke is scary.
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Myself, Brian and the Mole will be joining you flying out on the 7th for a week of quiet detox and spa living........
Staying at the MGM Signature if anyone fancies a quiet cocktail of an evening....
Flying from Glasgow or Edinburgh?
Gatwick most likely.
Epicness confirmed.
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Just had this in from Harrahs. Fairly straight forward if we get the minimum of 6 rooms.
Your group is all set at Harrahs Las Vegas Hotel & Casino.
Please have your guests call into the reservation number below. The cut off date to make a reservation will be: 10/8/2013
Please review the information below to verify we have your group set up correctly. Respond to this email to confirm the room block. If you require additional rooms in the future they will be added at the current rates of that time and will not be added at the groups' originally established rates.
Group Information for booking:
Group name: Richard Baker Group
Group Code: VH3RBG3
Call- in #: 888-458-8471
Rooms on hold: 6
Rates:
11/7: $105.00, 11/8: $105.00, 11/9: $105.00, 11/10: $38.00, 11/11: $38.00, 11/12: $38.00, 11/13: $38.00, 11/14: $38.00, 11/15: $90.00, 11/16: $90.00, 11/17: $38.00, 11/18: $38.00, 11/19: $38.00, 11/20: $38.00, 11/21: $45.00, 11/22: $90.00
Upgrade options:
Harrah's Renovated: $30
Harrah's View: $20
Policies:
When your guests call in or make a reservation online they will be required to provide a deposit (first nights room and tax) at that time. There is a 72 hour cancellation policy for individual reservations. A full refund is provided for any reservation cancelled 72 hours prior to arrival.
Hotel Check In Time: 4pm, Hotel Check Out Time: 11am
All rooms are based on single/double occupancy; there is an additional $30.00 per person per day fee for all guests over the registered two occupants.
Hotel tax is 12% and not included in the above rates.
At Caesars Entertainment we have no resort fees!
Total Experiences/Caesars Entertainment Exclusive VIP Services
Once your group has confirmed 5 or more registered rooms at Harrahs Las Vegas you will receive our exclusive Total Experiences VIP services in which I can assist you plan such wonderful activities as nightlife, dining, golf, show and transportation reservations at any Caesars Entertainment properties.
Total Rewards Card
Be sure to sign up for our Total Rewards program when you book. You will earn points for every dollar you spend at any of our properties nation wide. You can pick up your Total Rewards membership card when you arrive on property at the Total Rewards counter. Always remember to show your Total Rewards card wherever you go in our properties to earn points for your spend. We will link your Total Rewards account to your room adding convenience to charge back to your room to earn every point you deserve. Points=Rewards so everyone comes out a winner!
Just noticed today is apparently the last day we can book on the group rate? Not sure if that is correct or not but just to be on the safe side I called Harrahs and booked in. Went through fine and I am booked and paid for in Harrahs check in on 7th November, leave 15th November.
Thought it was worth mentioning just in case today is the last day of the offer so people can call and get the rate. It costs me $565.60 which is about £375. Excellent rate, I just checked the Harrah"s site and they are quoting over $1000 for the same dates.
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Thinking of booking this to arrive at the hotel in style....
(http://www.presidentiallimolv.com/wp-content/uploads/Las_Vegas_Super_Stretch_Cadillac_Escalade_1.jpg)
(http://www.presidentiallimolv.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/stretch-escalade-interior-6-thumb.jpg)(http://www.presidentiallimolv.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/stretch-escalade-interior-4-thumb.jpg)
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Just had this in from Harrahs. Fairly straight forward if we get the minimum of 6 rooms.
Your group is all set at Harrahs Las Vegas Hotel & Casino.
Please have your guests call into the reservation number below. The cut off date to make a reservation will be: 10/8/2013
Please review the information below to verify we have your group set up correctly. Respond to this email to confirm the room block. If you require additional rooms in the future they will be added at the current rates of that time and will not be added at the groups' originally established rates.
Group Information for booking:
Group name: Richard Baker Group
Group Code: VH3RBG3
Call- in #: 888-458-8471
Rooms on hold: 6
Rates:
11/7: $105.00, 11/8: $105.00, 11/9: $105.00, 11/10: $38.00, 11/11: $38.00, 11/12: $38.00, 11/13: $38.00, 11/14: $38.00, 11/15: $90.00, 11/16: $90.00, 11/17: $38.00, 11/18: $38.00, 11/19: $38.00, 11/20: $38.00, 11/21: $45.00, 11/22: $90.00
Upgrade options:
Harrah's Renovated: $30
Harrah's View: $20
Policies:
When your guests call in or make a reservation online they will be required to provide a deposit (first nights room and tax) at that time. There is a 72 hour cancellation policy for individual reservations. A full refund is provided for any reservation cancelled 72 hours prior to arrival.
Hotel Check In Time: 4pm, Hotel Check Out Time: 11am
All rooms are based on single/double occupancy; there is an additional $30.00 per person per day fee for all guests over the registered two occupants.
Hotel tax is 12% and not included in the above rates.
At Caesars Entertainment we have no resort fees!
Total Experiences/Caesars Entertainment Exclusive VIP Services
Once your group has confirmed 5 or more registered rooms at Harrahs Las Vegas you will receive our exclusive Total Experiences VIP services in which I can assist you plan such wonderful activities as nightlife, dining, golf, show and transportation reservations at any Caesars Entertainment properties.
Total Rewards Card
Be sure to sign up for our Total Rewards program when you book. You will earn points for every dollar you spend at any of our properties nation wide. You can pick up your Total Rewards membership card when you arrive on property at the Total Rewards counter. Always remember to show your Total Rewards card wherever you go in our properties to earn points for your spend. We will link your Total Rewards account to your room adding convenience to charge back to your room to earn every point you deserve. Points=Rewards so everyone comes out a winner!
Just noticed today is apparently the last day we can book on the group rate? Not sure if that is correct or not but just to be on the safe side I called Harrahs and booked in. Went through fine and I am booked and paid for in Harrahs check in on 7th November, leave 15th November.
Thought it was worth mentioning just in case today is the last day of the offer so people can call and get the rate. It costs me $565.60 which is about £375. Excellent rate, I just checked the Harrah"s site and they are quoting over $1000 for the same dates.
I think that"s a US date - ie the last day to book is 10th October...
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Thinking of booking this to arrive at the hotel in style....
(http://www.presidentiallimolv.com/wp-content/uploads/Las_Vegas_Super_Stretch_Cadillac_Escalade_1.jpg)
I"m gonna look pretty silly getting out of that all by myself Downtown after he"s dropped you lot off at Harrahs.
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So - who is going to be flying on the Virgin flight on the 7th and who will be flying economy on that flight?
I am on this flight in cattle class with three other degens.
Where you sitting Don? We need to commandeer a section for our crowd. Maybe we just sort this out at DTD?
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Myself and the 3 others have taken a middle row 32 d-g
FYI Steve
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Cheers Ger
It"s starting to get a little bit close isn"t it. Only 3 months away.
Adam posted this in the original thread somewhere. I kept it as I liked the video. The old style Vegas, with The Dunes instead of Bellagio. The old style Fremont Street. It will be one for the countdown imo.
http://stuff.seanschumacher.com/post/11695328404/laughingsquid-via-nico-las-vegas-home-movies
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I can see Curly in the thread - can you let me know if today is the last day to book Harrahs on your code as I will need to do it tonight if that is the case!
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I can see Curly in the thread - can you let me know if today is the last day to book Harrahs on your code as I will need to do it tonight if that is the case!
it is October about 4 weeks before we arrive. No panic
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I can see Curly in the thread - can you let me know if today is the last day to book Harrahs on your code as I will need to do it tonight if that is the case!
it is October about 4 weeks before we arrive. No panic
Awesome, perfect, cheers!
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I can see Curly in the thread - can you let me know if today is the last day to book Harrahs on your code as I will need to do it tonight if that is the case!
it is October about 4 weeks before we arrive. No panic
Awesome, perfect, cheers!
yes I am ;)
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Myself, Wigmo ward and phill fryer have booked flights this morning :)
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Myself, Wigmo ward and phill fryer have booked flights this morning :)
You make that sound like a good thing.
Is anyone going to email Sir Branson and warn him to make sure the flight has significant amounts of extra alcohol on board*?
*not me...I don"t drink on flights...much
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Myself, Wigmo ward and phill fryer have booked flights this morning :)
likes ;D ;D ;D
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Myself, Wigmo ward and phill fryer have booked flights this morning :)
likes ;D ;D ;D
I hope they"re at the back with Rita. I needs me sleep.
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I MUST OV KNOWN HE WAS BOOKING IVE ACTUALLY CHANGED MY SEAT THE OTHER NIGHT WE ON UPPER DECK THORT IT WUD BE QUIETER LOL.HOPE HE KEEPS HIS PASSPORT UNDER LOCK AND KEY ;D 8) :o
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The flight will be fine. We are going to need Stu and his gang anyway, it would be WAY to quiet without them.
btw I see it is happy hour in The Pub 15:00 - 18:00 on Friday, will we be partaking again?
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The flight will be fine. We are going to need Stu and his gang anyway, it would be WAY to quiet without them.
btw I see it is happy hour in The Pub 15:00 - 18:00 on Friday, will we be partaking again?
As I will be checking into the Monte Carlo that day and that time...IN.
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I may inundate this thread tonight - a combination of extreme boredom, an empty house and a nightshift I was not prepared for plus excitement means I get to find stuff to do in Vegas.
First thing I propose is we all chuck in a sum of money ($50 anyone) and stick it all in this machine at the MGM:
http://www.vegaschatter.com/story/2013/1/7/211356/7765/vegas-travel/Win+The+Lion%27s+Share+And+Win+It+All
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$50 = 50 bottles of Coors Light whilst playing Pai Gow - I decline
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$50 = 50 bottles of Coors Light whilst playing Pai Gow - I decline
You can still get beer ffs
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You can"t shout PAIGOW every 4 minutes for no reason and get abused by the dealer every hand tho can you?
Paigow may be the thing I look most forward to when we go back :)
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You can"t shout PAIGOW every 4 minutes for no reason and get abused by the dealer every hand tho can you?
Paigow may be the thing I look most forward to when we go back :)
Are we going to play Pai Gow then. I was not sure if this was in the plans or not.
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Are we going to play Pai Gow then. I was not sure if this was in the plans or not.
Did I forget to include this in my rundowns...I just assumed it was given...like drinking. :)
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First thing I propose is we all chuck in a sum of money ($50 anyone) and stick it all in this machine at the MGM:
http://www.vegaschatter.com/story/2013/1/7/211356/7765/vegas-travel/Win+The+Lion%27s+Share+And+Win+It+All
If I there I don"t mind sticking my money in...but I"m not going to make a special trip.
Soz.
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You can"t shout PAIGOW every 4 minutes for no reason and get abused by the dealer every hand tho can you?
Paigow may be the thing I look most forward to when we go back :)
Are we going to play Pai Gow then. I was not sure if this was in the plans or not.
I hope you are being sarcastic?
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I have taken Paulie"s Twitter advice and got a Paigow app for practice, seems like an interesting game, maybe torn between this and the blackjack switch at Casino Royale, still have memories of being told it was a push when I was sitting there with 20 and 19 and the dealer hit 22, nearly fell off my seat. Still the bar was very cheap there so all good.
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You can"t shout PAIGOW every 4 minutes for no reason and get abused by the dealer every hand tho can you?
Paigow may be the thing I look most forward to when we go back :)
Are we going to play Pai Gow then. I was not sure if this was in the plans or not.
I hope you are being sarcastic?
Of course not Stu. Pai Gow sounds like gambling which I wasn"t really expecting next you will have us drinking as well.
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***MYVEGAS PLAYERS***
Aria have slightly reduced their 1 dinner buffet pass - down to 28,000 of those gold coins. Not many left but value there.
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(http://boswelling.files.wordpress.com/2013/02/lets-do-it1.gif?w=584)
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Booked Monte Carlo 8th-9th
Booked Harrahs check in 9th - 16th using Curly"s code.
Just need to book the Orleans now and start changing cash up.
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Paulie - thoughts on this?
http://www.0044.co.uk/usa/data-sim-card.htm
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Not bad...but around the same as from my usual source.
http://www.mrsimcard.com/s.html
Android: http://www.mrsimcard.com/smart.html
I know most of you will only be going for a week so 1GB might be enough but I prefer unlimited data.
Oh...and you can"t tether with Adam"s suggestion...in case you were wondering.
TBH, I"ve never tried tethering with my option either but I just thought I would throw that out there.
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Not bad...but around the same as from my usual source.
http://www.mrsimcard.com/s.html
Android: http://www.mrsimcard.com/smart.html
I know most of you will only be going for a week so 1GB might be enough but I prefer unlimited data.
Oh...and you can"t tether with Adam"s suggestion...in case you were wondering.
TBH, I"ve never tried tethering with my option either but I just thought I would throw that out there.
Assuming the Ultra Mobile 15 day 1GB 4G + UNL data is going to be perfect? All I want it for is to ring Joobs + you lot when out there, keep up with my email/news back home and use the Bravo Poker App to find good cash games. Still haven"t decided whether to take my HTC One X or my Wildfire (both unlocked).
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I"ll be taking my HTC One X...I had no particular issue last time.
It"s not 4G compliant AFAIK so that might be a waste.
Plus I"m not sure what this means "unlimited data with 1G / 2G available at 4G speed running on the T-Mobile USA network."
Aha...[LINK (http://ww8.aitsafe.com/cf/add.cfm?userid=A9155942&product=MAR+2013+Ultra+Mobile+Android+USA+7+day+Sim+with+Unlimited+USA+Talk+Unlimited+Global+Text+and+unlimited+2G+data+and+$5+International+Calling+and+call+me+free+included&price=69.99qty=1&units=5.5&return=mrsimcard.com/smart.html)]
I went with the Simple Mobile 30 option last time (and will again as I"m there for 16 days)...worked fine.
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I will be using my own phone, if anyone does not have the number PM me.........
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For everyone playing myVegas...double XP this week-end. ;)
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Sweet tooth?
(http://vitalvegas.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/lick10.jpg)
(http://vitalvegas.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/lick7.jpg)
(http://vitalvegas.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/lick9.jpg)
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Available at Lick @ Flamingo
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I think this thread has just found it"s level. ::)
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I think this thread has just found it"s level. ::)
Oh, I think we can get lower...whenever Stu turns up. :)
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I think this thread has just found it"s level. ::)
Oh, I think we can get lower...whenever Stu turns up. :)
+1 ;D
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Vegas bonus for me.
My friend Jim Lynott will be in Vegas for a couple of days while we are there before he flies out in 9th.
He reminded me that there is a Hash House A Go Go at the Plaza downtown...next door to my hotel.
Yummy.
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Vegas bonus for me.
My friend Jim Lynott will be in Vegas for a couple of days while we are there before he flies out in 9th.
He reminded me that there is a Hash House A Go Go at the Plaza downtown...next door to my hotel.
Yummy.
Cool - it is looking likely that I will be headed Downtown for the first 2 nights as Orleans have decided to not rollover my comps (damn, will still give them action though) so I may head to either MSS or Golden Nugget...
EDIT: Change of plan. A quick international call to the Orleans and I got the great rate of $20 per night plus tax plus resort fee for the Weds & Thurs - $68 total. BOOKED!
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Vegas bonus for me.
My friend Jim Lynott will be in Vegas for a couple of days while we are there before he flies out in 9th.
He reminded me that there is a Hash House A Go Go at the Plaza downtown...next door to my hotel.
Yummy.
Cool - it is looking likely that I will be headed Downtown for the first 2 nights as Orleans have decided to not rollover my comps (damn, will still give them action though) so I may head to either MSS or Golden Nugget...
I thought you were at Monte Carlo.
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Vegas bonus for me.
My friend Jim Lynott will be in Vegas for a couple of days while we are there before he flies out in 9th.
He reminded me that there is a Hash House A Go Go at the Plaza downtown...next door to my hotel.
Yummy.
Cool - it is looking likely that I will be headed Downtown for the first 2 nights as Orleans have decided to not rollover my comps (damn, will still give them action though) so I may head to either MSS or Golden Nugget...
I thought you were at Monte Carlo.
Thats a one night comp on the Friday to get most of the expensive nights out of the way. So, as per above, its costing me $68 for the Weds/Thurs, whatever the resort dee is on Friday ($23) and then $105 for the Saturday.
That"ll do me, considering I was looking at $450 plus for those 4 days when we started looking...
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Is there anyone else I have missed off the front page list?
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Soon....
(http://vitalvegas.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/twin_peaks1.jpg)
http://vitalvegas.com/miss-twin-peaks-and-youll-feel-like-a-boob/
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Over the weekend, a couple of people approached me and mentioned that, for preference, they would prefer not to be bar crawling Downtown on Thursday night just a few hours after landing.
I understand and, believe me, I wasn"t intending that this was a "must attend" plan. It was just a few ideas thrown together to form the general outline of an evening.
Would people prefer to do it Friday (which might be busier) or even not bother with it at all? I"m easy with whatever people want to do.
If you want something a little more sedate for Thursday evening...I"ll put my Guru hat back on and getting interwebbing.
No relation...
(http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/6/65/Travelguru_Logo.png)
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Happy with Thursday or Friday but definately want to do it at some point
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Perhaps a look at the Friday poker schedules would be a good idea, then peeps can eat, play, gamble as they wish?
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Perhaps a look at the Friday poker schedules would be a good idea, then peeps can eat, play, gamble as they wish?
Poker...in Vegas...when there is drinking to be done!!
Are you insane?
Never mind then...I"ll be Downtown checking in on the the Social Media as usual...so you will always be able to find me.
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The only two poker events that I must play are the APAT - and if I bust the APAT the Sunday night mix game at TI.
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Poker...in Vegas...when there is drinking to be done!!
May I be clear in my intentions for Thursday ;D ;D ;D ;D
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Perhaps a look at the Friday pai gow schedules would be a good idea, then peeps can eat, play, gamble as they wish?
You had a typo in your post mate. I fixed it for you.
AKA In before Stu Ward
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Perhaps a look at the Friday pai gow schedules would be a good idea, then peeps can eat, play, gamble as they wish?
Shall we get ****faced?
You had a typo in your post mate. I fixed it for you.
AKA In before Stu Ward
FYFYP
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Count me in Jules! Can"t wait to see what room services i can order everyone at 5am!! heehee :o
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Count me in Jules! Can"t wait to see what room services i can order everyone at 5am!! heehee :o
Wait...who said the sweaties could come?
Oh...and who"s Jules?
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sharplea is bound to extend the invitaion to his wee jock buddy, who promises not to order him 15 boiled eggs and 12 bowls of museli at 5am every morning
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Jules is joobie obv, who isn"t coming!
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sharplea is bound to extend the invitaion to his wee jock buddy, who promises not to order him 15 boiled eggs and 12 bowls of museli at 5am every morning
Then we"re rescinding his Vegas pass.
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http://www.venetian.com/uploadedFiles/The_Venetian/Gaming/Deep_Stack_Extravaganza/DSE_IV_2013_Schedule_v20130809.pdf
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Into single figure weeks, only 9 to go, not that I am counting or anything !
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Into single figure weeks, only 9 to go, not that I am counting or anything !
Countdowns aren"t allowed...don"t make me swing the banhammer!
Anyway, Dublin first, then Vegas...then PRAGUE.
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Into single figure weeks, only 9 to go, not that I am counting or anything !
62 days for me :)
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I don"t do countdowns...but if I did...I still wouldn"t*...unless there was an App for that.
Oh, wait...THERE IS (http://vitalvegas.com/countdown-app-tracks-the-days-until-your-las-vegas-visit/)
*Actually, I do have a cool one on VegasMessageBoard.com but only because they make some pretty ones.
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I don"t do countdowns...but if I did...I still wouldn"t*...unless there was an App for that.
Oh, wait...THERE IS (http://vitalvegas.com/countdown-app-tracks-the-days-until-your-las-vegas-visit/)
*Actually, I do have a cool one on VegasMessageBoard.com but only because they make some pretty ones.
Same here. Tried to copy it over. Didn"t work :(
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Bought some $ today to stop me spending the savings before I go.
Asked for a not completely insignificant sum and got the grand total of 1 (ONE) $100 bill. If anyone needs change - give me a shout.
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Anybody else coming or just the reprobates on the front page already?
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Anybody else coming or just the reprobates on the front page already?
Isn"t that enough?
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First punt of the trip took the $1.55 exchange rate today, will the impending military activity have an impact, who knows ?
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First punt of the trip took the $1.55 exchange rate today, will the impending military activity have an impact, who knows ?
I had to take $1.53 as nowhere near London but for the same reason.
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I have mine already....I may grab a few more as a reserve but the difference will only be pennies so I"m not worried too much.
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Personally I don"t give a flying shiite
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Pre-Trip Hotel & Parking booked.
Courtyard by Marriott : Night of 6th November 2013
included secured parking to 24th November
£128.
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Anybody else coming or just the reprobates on the front page already?
Room for 1 more?
I don"t really know anyone here, last played APAT event was Brighton, but recognise a few of the posters from blonde, i"m "vegaslover" there!!!
Yeah I know great handle eh
I"m flying out of Gatwick on the 6th Nov, staying in Vegas for a week. Defo playing the APAT event whilst there
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Anybody else coming or just the reprobates on the front page already?
Room for 1 more?
I don"t really know anyone here, last played APAT event was Brighton, but recognise a few of the posters from blonde, i"m "vegaslover" there!!!
Yeah I know great handle eh
I"m flying out of Gatwick on the 6th Nov, staying in Vegas for a week. Defo playing the APAT event whilst there
Always room for one more!!
Unless it"s irritating man.
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Anybody else coming or just the reprobates on the front page already?
Room for 1 more?
I don"t really know anyone here, last played APAT event was Brighton, but recognise a few of the posters from blonde, i"m "vegaslover" there!!!
Yeah I know great handle eh
I"m flying out of Gatwick on the 6th Nov, staying in Vegas for a week. Defo playing the APAT event whilst there
Have added you to the front page sir - enjoy!
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Anybody else coming or just the reprobates on the front page already?
Room for 1 more?
I don"t really know anyone here, last played APAT event was Brighton, but recognise a few of the posters from blonde, i"m "vegaslover" there!!!
Yeah I know great handle eh
I"m flying out of Gatwick on the 6th Nov, staying in Vegas for a week. Defo playing the APAT event whilst there
Have added you to the front page sir - enjoy!
Always room for one more, we will co-ordinate seating soon so we can play OFC for 10 hours on the plane. Are you staying at Gatwick the night before as I am sure we will all be meeting for dinner and drinks (sensible drinks obviously - see the attendees).
Rodders
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Anybody else coming or just the reprobates on the front page already?
Room for 1 more?
I don"t really know anyone here, last played APAT event was Brighton, but recognise a few of the posters from blonde, i"m "vegaslover" there!!!
Yeah I know great handle eh
I"m flying out of Gatwick on the 6th Nov, staying in Vegas for a week. Defo playing the APAT event whilst there
Have added you to the front page sir - enjoy!
Always room for one more, we will co-ordinate seating soon so we can play OFC for 10 hours on the plane. Are you staying at Gatwick the night before as I am sure we will all be meeting for dinner and drinks (sensible drinks obviously - see the attendees).
Rodders
erm his flight is on Wed
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Anybody else coming or just the reprobates on the front page already?
Room for 1 more?
I don"t really know anyone here, last played APAT event was Brighton, but recognise a few of the posters from blonde, i"m "vegaslover" there!!!
Yeah I know great handle eh
I"m flying out of Gatwick on the 6th Nov, staying in Vegas for a week. Defo playing the APAT event whilst there
Have added you to the front page sir - enjoy!
Always room for one more, we will co-ordinate seating soon so we can play OFC for 10 hours on the plane. Are you staying at Gatwick the night before as I am sure we will all be meeting for dinner and drinks (sensible drinks obviously - see the attendees).
Rodders
erm his flight is on Wed
M"eh, epic fail then :)
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Not sure what you want to do the night before the flight but theres a decent Weatherspoons in Horley which is 5 minutes in a cab from Gatwick. The Jack Fairman is its name.
http://www.jdwetherspoon.co.uk/home/pubs/the-jack-fairman
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Not sure what you want to do the night before the flight but theres a decent Weatherspoons in Horley which is 5 minutes in a cab from Gatwick. The Jack Fairman is its name.
http://www.jdwetherspoon.co.uk/home/pubs/the-jack-fairman
Overpaying for hotel beer probably... :)
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Not sure what you want to do the night before the flight but theres a decent Weatherspoons in Horley which is 5 minutes in a cab from Gatwick. The Jack Fairman is its name.
http://www.jdwetherspoon.co.uk/home/pubs/the-jack-fairman
[brag] I"ll be in Vegas :) [/brag]
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Eight weeks today people, getting close now.
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54 days 6hrs 45 mins for me until I leave for the airport :)
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Just to point out if you fancy it and havent booked.
Virgin & BA have sales on. On Virgin flying out on 8th Nov returning on 16th Nov is £600 direct. No sale seats for our dates - probably cos we fill half the fecking plane.
BA is more expensive.
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Since I"m not staying at Harrahs immediately I was looking into costs for getting to/from Downtown &/or the Orleans.
A cab to MSS is easily $35 (without tip) and possibly more with the probability of being..ahem...tunnelled.
and was referred to Bell Trans.
Another $30 (inc. tip) from the Orleans would be expected
So in my searches, I was prompted by the good folks at the Vegas Message Board to try the VIP shuttle from Bell Trans.
Now these are the people who do those normal shuttles to the Strip running 20-30 at a time BUT their VIP Service seems like a decent deal.
$38 round-trip (plus a nice tip I suspect) and they will, they tell me, pick me up at T3, take me Downtown when I arrive and pick me up at the Orleans for the return trip. Call it $60 all in.
it"s a shared ride and not a huge saving but (they say) "unlike the traditional shuttle the VIP Shuttle utilizes Limousines and SUVs reducing the number of traveling passengers while upgrading the experience and providing a more direct route to your destination."
http://bell-trans.com/las-vegas-limousine-service-provider-bell-trans-airport-shuttle/
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I believe our friendly neighbourhood Gerfish is sorting our transport to and from airports, anyone know if he has seen this?
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I believe our friendly neighbourhood Gerfish is sorting our transport to and from airports, anyone know if he has seen this?
He may be sorting out a limo for your lesser persons :D who are staying at Harrahs but it seemed logical to me to sort out my own transport since my requirements are somewhat different.
I think he was looking at this mob: http://www.presidentiallimolv.com/
Oh..and mine with Bell is $38 per person...Strip is $28 per head....all pre-tip (but round trip). That"s about right.
Standard cab is c.$20 to Harrahs but you could fit 3 in.
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I may never leave....
http://www.vegaschatter.com/story/2013/9/16/105/79851/vegas-travel/As+If+You+Needed+Another+Reason+To+Go+To+Twin+Peaks...
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Anybody else coming or just the reprobates on the front page already?
Room for 1 more?
I don"t really know anyone here, last played APAT event was Brighton, but recognise a few of the posters from blonde, i"m "vegaslover" there!!!
Yeah I know great handle eh
I"m flying out of Gatwick on the 6th Nov, staying in Vegas for a week. Defo playing the APAT event whilst there
Have added you to the front page sir - enjoy!
Always room for one more, we will co-ordinate seating soon so we can play OFC for 10 hours on the plane. Are you staying at Gatwick the night before as I am sure we will all be meeting for dinner and drinks (sensible drinks obviously - see the attendees).
Rodders
erm his flight is on Wed
M"eh, epic fail then :)
Yep I fly on the weds. When I booked a couple of months ago, the Tues & Thurs was way more expensive than the Weds.
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7 Weeks to go, or 49 days. That"s less than 50 days you know.
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7 Weeks to go, or 49 days. That"s less than 50 days you know.
NO FECKIN" COUNTDOWNS.
(http://blondepoker.com/forum/Smileys/default/tikay.gif)
(http://anaveragejosephine.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/broken-clock.jpg)
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Not sure what you want to do the night before the flight but theres a decent Weatherspoons in Horley which is 5 minutes in a cab from Gatwick. The Jack Fairman is its name.
http://www.jdwetherspoon.co.uk/home/pubs/the-jack-fairman
I am up for heading over here for food (mixed grill ftw) and then back to the hotel for a quiet(ish) night before the madness of Thursday. What are people opinions?
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Not sure what you want to do the night before the flight but theres a decent Weatherspoons in Horley which is 5 minutes in a cab from Gatwick. The Jack Fairman is its name.
http://www.jdwetherspoon.co.uk/home/pubs/the-jack-fairman
I am up for heading over here for food (mixed grill ftw) and then back to the hotel for a quiet(ish) night before the madness of Thursday. What are people opinions?
Can I get through Dublin first? :D
Anyway, I"m easy...You, me, Ger & Glenn.
Not sure how many Ger will have with him, mind.
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7 Weeks to go, or 49 days. That"s less than 50 days you know.
Oh Yeah, I"d completely forgotten about Vegas :o
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Oh Yeah, I"d completely forgotten about Vegas :o
I hadn"t...I"ve been compiling a little (!) list of places that I"d like to visit (whether you lot are interested or not). Some have already been mentioned but I may reference them again...just for the sake of completeness.
In no specific order:
Twin Peaks (http://www.twinpeaksrestaurant.com/locations/las-vegas-nv/) (planned for Saturday)
McMullans (http://www.mcmullansirishpub.com/index.shtml) (planned for Saturday AND Sunday) :o
Frankie Tiki Room (http://www.frankiestikiroom.com/) (planned for Sunday)
Bloody Mary Tour (http://www.apat.com/forum/index.php?topic=11914.msg214577#msg214577) (planned on an ad-hoc basis...i.e. if we are anywhere near)
Carmines (http://www.carminesnyc.com/locations/las-vegas/) (Any day bit I will need some help here...at least 3 others I think.)
777 Brewpub (http://www.mainstreetcasino.com/dine/triple-7-restaurant-and-microbrewery) at Main Street Station - Oooh, that"s handy.
Insert Coins (http://www.insertcoinslv.com/) - Downtown (Thursday or Friday)
Hogs & Heifers (http://www.hogsandheifers.com/main/home.php) - as above
Backstage Bar & Billiards (http://www.backstagebarandbilliards.com/) - As above
Park On Fremont (http://www.fremontstreetbars.com/fremont-east-bars/park-on-fremont/) - as above
Hash House a Go Go (http://www.hashhouseagogo.com/vegas/) - Oh, there"s one in the Plaza on Main street you say!?
Hofbrauhaus (http://www.hofbrauhauslasvegas.com/) - Because I love a good sausage...oh, wait!
Fogo de Chao (http://www.fogodechao.com/locations/las_vegas/) - Because you can"t beat a good Brazilian...oh, wait...DAMN IT!
Those...and some more...on my Map (http://goo.gl/maps/aQaig)
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Hmmm....minor hassle.
Just discovered MSS doesn"t have in-room internet...now I"m a connected kind of fella and while I could manage, I"d be in withdrawal pretty damn quick.
Considering moving to the California (which is opposite and connected to MSS).
A few dollars more but still Boyd Gaming and with in-room interwebz capability.
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Book me in for carmines please, looks lovely
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Book me in for carmines please, looks lovely
(http://www.vegaschatter.com/files/45679/CarminesContadina.JPG)
This beefy dish is the Porterhouse Contadina ($85.95), a 45 oz. sliced porterhouse steak, sweet Italian fennel sausage, onions, peppers and potatoes. There may have even been a couple Fiats buried in there somewhere. And, no the price isn"t typo. Spilt four ways that"s a $21.48 entree, six ways $14.32. Of course, those 4-6 diners better all like meat.
http://www.vegaschatter.com/story/2013/7/17/202451/818/vegas-travel/At+Carmine%27s+Las+Vegas%2C+Everything+Is+Sooo+Big
Just saying.... ;D
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Book me in for carmines please, looks lovely
(http://www.vegaschatter.com/files/45679/CarminesContadina.JPG)
This beefy dish is the Porterhouse Contadina ($85.95), a 45 oz. sliced porterhouse steak, sweet Italian fennel sausage, onions, peppers and potatoes. There may have even been a couple Fiats buried in there somewhere. And, no the price isn"t typo. Spilt four ways that"s a $21.48 entree, six ways $14.32. Of course, those 4-6 diners better all like meat.
http://www.vegaschatter.com/story/2013/7/17/202451/818/vegas-travel/At+Carmine%27s+Las+Vegas%2C+Everything+Is+Sooo+Big
Just saying.... ;D
I need this immediately.
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If I have to eat ;D Then that will do ::)
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Hmmm....minor hassle.
Just discovered MSS doesn"t have in-room internet...now I"m a connected kind of fella and while I could manage, I"d be in withdrawal pretty damn quick.
Considering moving to the California (which is opposite and connected to MSS).
A few dollars more but still Boyd Gaming and with in-room interwebz capability.
Orleans?
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Thought about it but I do really want to be Downtown.
Anyway,I"m assured by our friends at VMB that MSS does have in-room interweb so I"m going to risk it,
Worst case, I use my phone as a hotspot....or make the trek down to the lobby which has free wifi.
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Book me in for carmines please, looks lovely
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In for Carmines.
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(http://vitalvegas.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/the_quad6.jpg)
Hardly recognise the old place.
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Vegas Vengeance II... now cleaner than it ever was ;) x
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Hardly recognise the old place.
Wow. I actually had to look twice.
Still wouldn"t stay there!
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Hardly recognise the old place.
Wow. I actually had to look twice.
Still wouldn"t stay there!
I"d probably still stay there if they gave me the room for nothing (or at least a lot less than Harrahs) but otherwise, not until they refurb the rooms.
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(http://www.geofoberhaus.com/mt/six.gif) weeks...
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This has really crept up, as in my mind it has been ages until we go to Vegas.
Don"t know why but in my mind things are actually close when you hit the 6 week away time. In six weeks time we will have had breakfast and probably a swift beer at the airport and be preparing to board the flight and fly to Vegas.
Paulie - Permission to commence countdown please?
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Paulie - Permission to commence countdown please?
(http://image.torrent-invites.com/images/7404207479_183635_denied_.png)
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Paulie - Permission to commence countdown please?
(http://image.torrent-invites.com/images/7404207479_183635_denied_.png)
Is that a maybe? ;)
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Phones & iPad and stuff when in Vegas.
I"ve mentioned these people before but I thought it might be worth mentioning it again for those who might be interested.
http://www.mrsimcard.com/s.html
They have a wide variety of options for your choice of OS and requirements
My primary concern is DATA for browsing and such so I actually went for the fully unlimited 30 day option (as I am there fore more than 14/15 days)...it was only $14 more...s"nuffink.
This one for my Android phone...http://www.mrsimcard.com/smart.html
This one for iPhone...http://www.mrsimcard.com/iphone.html#2
They deliver pretty quick and they"ll even cut the SIM to the right size (for a couple of $).
Once you receive it, you email them with your departure data and the activate it just before you leave. They provide instructions on setting up your phone once you"ve inserted the new sim.
NOTE: YOUR PHONE MUST BE UNLOCKED
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Paulie/Ger/Anybody likely to know
Is there any issue with spending $100 notes. I have 15 of the things but given how hard it is to spend a £50 note in this country I thought it might be the same in Vegas. If it is does anybody know how I can change them into money I can actually spend?
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Myself, Brian and the Mole will be joining you flying out on the 7th for a week of quiet detox and spa living........
Staying at the MGM Signature if anyone fancies a quiet cocktail of an evening....
Eck I blew all the Signature money on dime ho"s but a friend recommended somewhere similar so I"ve booked us in a triple room at Motel 6.
I hope that"s ok with you love xx
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Paulie/Ger/Anybody likely to know
Is there any issue with spending $100 notes. I have 15 of the things but given how hard it is to spend a £50 note in this country I thought it might be the same in Vegas. If it is does anybody know how I can change them into money I can actually spend?
No probs spending them.
There are money splitters everywhere in the casinos,the same machines you cash out your slots tickets
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Paulie/Ger/Anybody likely to know
Is there any issue with spending $100 notes. I have 15 of the things but given how hard it is to spend a £50 note in this country I thought it might be the same in Vegas. If it is does anybody know how I can change them into money I can actually spend?
No probs spending them.
There are money splitters everywhere in the casinos,the same machines you cash out your slots tickets
Didn"t know that, cheers Colin
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Myself, Brian and the Mole will be joining you flying out on the 7th for a week of quiet detox and spa living........
Staying at the MGM Signature if anyone fancies a quiet cocktail of an evening....
Eck I blew all the Signature money on dime ho"s but a friend recommended somewhere similar so I"ve booked us in a triple room at Motel 6.
I hope that"s ok with you love xx
No worries, **** happens....we can just kip down in the underpass or sell Steph to some midget porn producer for a couple of hundo...
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Just want to go now...
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Just want to go now...
It"s building up now
(http://www.inoldlasvegas.com/downtown/VEGAS_FIFTIES_COLOR1952_PHOT.jpg)
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I spoke to Ger over the weekend and he"s elected not to do the First Night I laid out until, possibly, Friday.
Given that there were some reservations from others, I"m happy to postpone.
I might do some recon though!
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Friday makes sense, we must certainly do it at some point, I am thinking* of heading to Fremont street to play on the Friday maybe one of the morning tournaments at The Nugget or Binions. Don"t know if anybody else is up for this but reckon it could be good to play then head out and enjoy Downtown
*This very much depends on the night before.
On Thursday night are we mainly going to be doing The Quad (for Pai Gow) and Harrahs then?
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Thursday I would mostly like to be close to my room when the tiredness hits as it will and usually suddenly. So it will probably be a Pai Gow/ 3 card poker night in Harrahs.
However Friday sounds good for a trip to Freemount and will have to be done ;D
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I will be up for playing if the hangover isnt too bad :D
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I have taken the liberty of having a look at some of the Downtown tournaments, I quite like the idea of having a game before going drinking and gambling. We don"t want to be playing too late so I have listed some possibles.
Binions 10am $60 6000 Chips 15 Minute Levels
Nice and cheap and likely to be finished early afternoon. 2pm latest I would say. This would be plenty early enough.
Golden Nugget 11am $65 + $40 Rebuy 4000+4000 chips
Slightly more expensive but starts an hour later which might be the ideal time as it is likely to be done mid afternoon 3pm to 4pm which again is close to ideal in my opinion. We also get free drinks during the tournament anyway. Golden Nugget is also nice.
Binions 2pm Deepstack $80 20000 chips 20 minute levels
Good looking tournament but likely to go on into the evening. If a few of us play it at least one of us is pretty much sure to run deep. Tournament likely to last about 6 hours so will finish at about 8pm. To be honest this might be fine as Binions has Pai Gow tables and The Golden Nugget is onyl across the road. On fremont street everything is pretty much in one place anyway. Depends if we are planning
Harrahs also have a 10am tournament that could be an option although I would like to go and play on Fremont street as I have never played there. I am guessing we will choose on the day as we will all surface at different times.
As an aside to this I would also like to play at least one Aria tournament whilst in Vegas, I assume that is something others also want to do maybe on Tuesday or Wednesday?
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I will play any tourny going really, not fussed either way, but also definitely want to play the Aria one after last time, great tourny to be in.
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After seeing about the US government shutdown I thought I better check my ESTA.It needed renewing so it might be worth everyone checking there"s.I can"t see it being closed as it"s automated but you never know.
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After seeing about the US government shutdown I thought I better check my ESTA.It needed renewing so it might be worth everyone checking there"s.I can"t see it being closed as it"s automated but you never know.
Did mine earlier in the year - ends 2015
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I have taken the liberty of having a look at some of the Downtown tournaments, I quite like the idea of having a game before going drinking and gambling. We don"t want to be playing too late so I have listed some possibles.
Binions 10am $60 6000 Chips 15 Minute Levels
Nice and cheap and likely to be finished early afternoon. 2pm latest I would say. This would be plenty early enough.
Golden Nugget 11am $65 + $40 Rebuy 4000+4000 chips
Slightly more expensive but starts an hour later which might be the ideal time as it is likely to be done mid afternoon 3pm to 4pm which again is close to ideal in my opinion. We also get free drinks during the tournament anyway. Golden Nugget is also nice.
Binions 2pm Deepstack $80 20000 chips 20 minute levels
Good looking tournament but likely to go on into the evening. If a few of us play it at least one of us is pretty much sure to run deep. Tournament likely to last about 6 hours so will finish at about 8pm. To be honest this might be fine as Binions has Pai Gow tables and The Golden Nugget is onyl across the road. On fremont street everything is pretty much in one place anyway. Depends if we are planning
Harrahs also have a 10am tournament that could be an option although I would like to go and play on Fremont street as I have never played there. I am guessing we will choose on the day as we will all surface at different times.
As an aside to this I would also like to play at least one Aria tournament whilst in Vegas, I assume that is something others also want to do maybe on Tuesday or Wednesday?
2pm is good for me as I have to change hotels that day :)
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I have this as a spreadsheet, so if you want a copy IM me your email address.
VENUE/TIME THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY
ARIA 1PM NLHE $125 NLHE $125 NLHE $125 NLHE $125 NLHE $125 NLHE $125 NLHE $125
ARIA 7PM NLHE $125 NLHE $125 NLHE $125 NLHE $125 NLHE $125 NLHE $125 NLHE $125
BALLYS 11AM NLHE $75 NLHE $75 NLHE $75 NLHE $75 NLHE $75 NLHE $75 NLHE $75
BALLYS 4PM NLHE $75 NLHE $75 NLHE $75 NLHE $75 NLHE $75 NLHE $75 NLHE $75
BALLYS 8PM NLHE $75 NLHE $75 NLHE $75 NLHE $75 NLHE $75 NLHE $75 NLHE $75
BELLAGIO 2PM X X X X X NLHE $120 X
BELLAGIO 2PM NLHE $225 X X NLHE $225 NLHE $225 X NLHE $225
BELLAGIO 2PM X NLHE $540 NLHE $540 X X X X
BILLS 11.30AM NLHE $30 NLHE $30 NLHE $30 NLHE $30 NLHE $30 NLHE $30 NLHE $30
BILLS 2.30PM NLHE $30 NLHE $30 NLHE $30 NLHE $30 NLHE $30 NLHE $30 NLHE $30
BILLS 5.30PM NLHE $30 NLHE $30 NLHE $30 NLHE $30 NLHE $30 NLHE $30 NLHE $30
BILLS 8.30PM NLHE $30 NLHE $30 NLHE $30 NLHE $30 NLHE $30 NLHE $30 NLHE $30
BILLS 11.30PM NLHE $30 NLHE $30 NLHE $30 NLHE $30 NLHE $30 NLHE $30 NLHE $30
BINIONS 10AM NLHE $60 NLHE $60 NLHE $60 NLHE $60 NLHE $60 NLHE $60 NLHE $60
BINIONS 2PM NLHE $100 NLHE $100 NLHE $100 NLHE $100 NLHE $100 NLHE $100 NLHE $100
BINIONS 7PM NLHE $75 NLHE $75 NLHE $75 NLHE $75 NLHE $75 NLHE $75 NLHE $75
BINIONS 10PM NLHE $60 NLHE $60 NLHE $60 NLHE $60 NLHE $60 NLHE $60 NLHE $60
CAESARS 9AM NLHE $70 NLHE $70 NLHE $70 NLHE $70 NLHE $70 NLHE $70 NLHE $70
CAESARS 12PM NLHE $110 NLHE $110 NLHE $110 NLHE $110 NLHE $110 NLHE $110 NLHE $110
CAESARS 2PM X X NLHE $225 NLHE $225 X X X
CAESARS 4PM NLHE $70 NLHE $70 NLHE $70 NLHE $70 NLHE $70 NLHE $70 NLHE $71
CAESARS 6PM PLO $100 X X X X X X
CAESARS 7PM NLHE $110 NLHE $110 NLHE $110 NLHE $110 NLHE $110 NLHE $110 NLHE $110
CAESARS 10PM NLHE $85 NLHE $85 NLHE $85 NLHE $85 NLHE $85 NLHE $85 NLHE $85
FITZGERALDS 2PM X PLO8 $30 X X X X PLO8 $30
G. NUGGET 11AM NLHE $65 NLHE $65 NLHE $65 NLHE $65 NLHE $65 NLHE $65 NLHE $65
G. NUGGET 3PM NLHE $65 NLHE $65 NLHE $65 NLHE $65 NLHE $65 NLHE $65 NLHE $65
G. NUGGET 7PM NLHE $65 NLHE $65 NLHE $65 NLHE $65 NLHE $65 NLHE $65 NLHE $65
G. NUGGET 10PM NLHE $65 NLHE $65 NLHE $65 NLHE $65 NLHE $65 NLHE $65 NLHE $65
G. NUGGET 1AM NLHE $65 NLHE $65 NLHE $65 NLHE $65 NLHE $65 NLHE $65 NLHE $65
G. NUGGET 4AM NLHE $65 NLHE $65 NLHE $65 NLHE $65 NLHE $65 NLHE $65 NLHE $65
HARRAHS 8AM NLHE $25 NLHE $25 NLHE $25 NLHE $25 NLHE $25 NLHE $25 NLHE $25
HARRAHS 10AM NLHE $60 NLHE $60 NLHE $60 NLHE $60 NLHE $60 NLHE $60 NLHE $60
HARRAHS 3PM NLHE $60 NLHE $60 NLHE $60 NLHE $60 NLHE $60 NLHE $60 NLHE $60
HARRAHS 8PM NLHE $80 NLHE $80 NLHE $80 NLHE $80 NLHE $80 NLHE $80 NLHE $80
HARRAHS 1AM NLHE $60 NLHE $60 NLHE $60 NLHE $60 NLHE $60 NLHE $60 NLHE $60
IMP.PAL 9AM X X X NLHE $25 NLHE $25 X X
IMP.PAL 12AM NLHE $40 NLHE $40 NLHE $40 NLHE $40 NLHE $40 NLHE $40 NLHE $40
IMP. PAL 3PM NLHE $40 NLHE $40 NLHE $40 NLHE $40 NLHE $40 NLHE $40 NLHE $40
IMP. PAL 8PM NLHE $40 NLHE $40 NLHE $40 NLHE $40 NLHE $40 NLHE $40 NLHE $40
MGM GRAND 11AM NLHE $80 NLHE $80 NLHE $80 NLHE $80 NLHE $80 NLHE $80 NLHE $80
MGM GRAND 7PM NLHE $80 NLHE $80 NLHE $80 NLHE $80 NLHE $80 NLHE $80 NLHE $80
MIRAGE 11AM NLHE $60 NLHE $60 NLHE $110 NLHE $60 NLHE $60 NLHE $60 NLHE $60
MIRAGE 7PM NLHE $60 NLHE $60 NLHE $110 NLHE $60 NLHE $60 NLHE $60 NLHE $60
O"SHEAS 10AM NLHE $45 NLHE $45 NLHE $45 NLHE $45 NLHE $45 NLHE $45 NLHE $45
O"SHEAS 1PM NLHE $45 NLHE $45 NLHE $45 NLHE $45 NLHE $45 NLHE $45 NLHE $45
O"SHEAS 3PM NLHE $45 NLHE $45 NLHE $45 NLHE $45 NLHE $45 NLHE $45 NLHE $45
O"SHEAS 5PM NLHE $45 NLHE $45 NLHE $45 NLHE $45 NLHE $45 NLHE $45 NLHE $45
O"SHEAS 7PM NLHE $45 NLHE $45 NLHE $45 NLHE $45 NLHE $45 NLHE $45 NLHE $45
O"SHEAS 9PM NLHE $45 NLHE $45 NLHE $45 NLHE $45 NLHE $45 NLHE $45 NLHE $45
O"SHEAS 12PM NLHE $45 NLHE $45 NLHE $45 NLHE $45 NLHE $45 NLHE $45 NLHE $45
O"SHEAS 2AM NLHE $45 NLHE $45 NLHE $45 NLHE $45 NLHE $45 NLHE $45 NLHE $45
ORLEANS 12PM X X X X PLO8 $75 X X
ORLEANS 12PM NLHE $75 MIX $75 NLHE $75 NLHE $75 X NLHE $75 NLHE $75
ORLEANS 7PM PLO8 $75 NLHE $125 NLHE $75 MIX $75 NLHE $75 NLHE $75 NLHE $75
PH 10AM NLHE $50 NLHE $50 NLHE $50 NLHE $50 NLHE $50 NLHE $50 NLHE $50
PH 2PM NLHE $70 NLHE $70 NLHE $70 NLHE $70 NLHE $70 NLHE $70 NLHE $70
PH 7PM NLHE $70 NLHE $70 NLHE $70 NLHE $70 NLHE $70 NLHE $70 NLHE $70
RIO 12PM NLHE $40 NLHE $40 NLHE $40 NLHE $40 NLHE $40 NLHE $40 NLHE $40
RIO 6PM NLHE $60 NLHE $60 NLHE $60 NLHE $60 NLHE $60 NLHE $60 NLHE $60
RIO 9PM NLHE $75 NLHE $75 NLHE $75 NLHE $75 NLHE $75 NLHE $75 NLHE $75
RIVIERA 11AM NLHE $60 NLHE $60 NLHE $60 NLHE $60 NLHE $60 NLHE $60 NLHE $60
RIVIERA 2PM NLHE $60 NLHE $60 NLHE $60 NLHE $60 NLHE $60 NLHE $60 NLHE $60
RIVIERA 7PM NLHE $60 NLHE $60 NLHE $60 NLHE $60 NLHE $60 NLHE $60 NLHE $60
RIVIERA 11PM NLHE $60 NLHE $60 NLHE $60 NLHE $60 NLHE $60 NLHE $60 NLHE $60
STRATOS. 11AM NLHE $45 NLHE $45 NLHE $45 NLHE $45 NLHE $45 NLHE $50 NLHE $45
STRATOS. 7PM NLHE $45 NLHE $45 NLHE $45 NLHE $45 NLHE $45 NLHE $50 NLHE $45
STRATOS. 11PM NLHE $45 NLHE $45 NLHE $45 NLHE $45 NLHE $45 NLHE $50 NLHE $45
VENITIAN 12PM NLHE $150 NLHE $150 NLHE $340 NLHE $150 NLHE $150 NLHE $150 NLHE $150
VENITIAN 12PM X X $560 X X X X
VENITIAN 7PM NLHE $120 NLHE $120 NLHE $120 NLHE $120 NLHE $120 NLHE $150 NLHE $120
WYNN 12PM NLHE $125 NLHE $125 NLHE $125 NLHE $125 NLHE $125 NLHE $125 NLHE $125
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Or just download the AllVegasPoker App.
Itunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/all-vegas-poker/id477054157?mt=8)
Google Play (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.Vegaspokernow.Main&hl=en)
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Yes, Rodders....I know.
In before Countdown request.
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Guys the cut off date for any of you wanting to book at Harrahs is tomorrow, so if you haven"t done it you need to book tonight.
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Yes, Rodders....I know.
In before Countdown request.
Ah good I will take that as meaning the countdown is authorized. Great anticipation there Paulie. I will post the countdown clock soon.
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Cheers for the warning curlypoos :) rooms booked :) Get the countdown started Rodders :)
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Cheers for the warning curlypoos :) rooms booked :) Get the countdown started Rodders :)
http://www.timeanddate.com/countdown/generic?iso=20131107T1120&p0=136&msg=Las+Vegas+Take+Off
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Cheers for the warning curlypoos :) rooms booked :) Get the countdown started Rodders :)
http://www.timeanddate.com/countdown/generic?iso=20131107T1120&p0=136&msg=Las+Vegas+Take+Off
Fail
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Cheers for the warning curlypoos :) rooms booked :) Get the countdown started Rodders :)
http://www.timeanddate.com/countdown/generic?iso=20131107T1120&p0=136&msg=Las+Vegas+Take+Off
Fail
Why fail, it is a most excellent countdown so there
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Can"t find this in the thread, do we have ETA at Gatwick on 06/11 and which hotel people are staying at?
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Could do with that info too, that"s next on the "to be booked" list
29 days!!!
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Gatwick Late Afternoon.
Courtyard By Marriott Hotel..
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Gatwick Late Afternoon.
Courtyard By Marriott Hotel..
Ditto...early evening as I don"t get to leave work until 17.30. Say 19:00 just to be on the safe side allowing for the QE2 bridge delays.
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Cheers for the warning curlypoos :) rooms booked :) Get the countdown started Rodders :)
http://www.timeanddate.com/countdown/generic?iso=20131107T1120&p0=136&msg=Las+Vegas+Take+Off
Fail
Why fail, it is a most excellent countdown so there
Because if we can"t see it here..it don"t count.
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Gatwick Late Afternoon.
Courtyard By Marriott Hotel..
70 quid per night right now...
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Oh, and Rodders...
(http://tickers.TickerFactory.com/ezt/d/4;10755;405/st/20131107/e/APAT+Vegas+2013/dt/5/k/6930/event.png)
(http://www.TickerFactory.com/)
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Gatwick Late Afternoon.
Courtyard By Marriott Hotel..
70 quid per night right now...
Will get my travel agent (Wigmo) on it immediately.
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Do you need to register in advance for an entry to the Vegas event?
If so where?
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Do you need to register in advance for an entry to the Vegas event?
If so where?
Details are a little unclear but I very much doubt it. Vegas / Caesars being what it is this will be open on the day and the more the merrier.
Caesars" aren"t going to run out of room.
My question is..."Who"s going to be the APAT rep?"... ;D
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Do you need to register in advance for an entry to the Vegas event?
If so where?
Details are a little unclear but I very much doubt it. Vegas / Caesars being what it is this will be open on the day and the more the merrier.
Caesars" aren"t going to run out of room.
My question is..."Who"s going to be the APAT rep?"... ;D
I was wondering this the other day myself...
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eek, flight booked, bring it on.
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eek, flight booked, bring it on.
YES!!!!!
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eek, flight booked, bring it on.
YES!!!!!
(http://press.princeton.edu/images/k7923.gif)
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eek, flight booked, bring it on.
10% please x
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eek, flight booked, bring it on.
So easily lead...............................yeehawwwwwwww ;D
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GTFI. Just try and not KO me on the bubble this time!
Details plz for the front page Bri :)
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Gatwick 07/11/13, staying at Harrahs.
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Gatwick 07/11/13, staying at Harrahs.
Done :)
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That flight just got serious - I hope that Branson has insurance
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I hope he still has that video Of the fountains where you can hear myself, Phil and my brother having a discussion in the background. Comic genius.
Will never forget the look on his face when I told him to run after JP came up to us and asked why we hadn"t just taken the train thingy.
M"eh you make one tiny mis-judgement of distance and nobody let"s you forget it. Somebody had to make a decision of what to do also, if it had been left to you lot we would still be in the IP now, and that would be...................... Yeah anyway.
I still have the Video and if we had got on the train thingy nobody actually knew about so we would not have got on it anyway then we would not have it. Phil would not have made his friend either.
See that walk was fun times, stop your complaining.
bump....
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I hope he still has that video Of the fountains where you can hear myself, Phil and my brother having a discussion in the background. Comic genius.
Will never forget the look on his face when I told him to run after JP came up to us and asked why we hadn"t just taken the train thingy.
M"eh you make one tiny mis-judgement of distance and nobody let"s you forget it. Somebody had to make a decision of what to do also, if it had been left to you lot we would still be in the IP now, and that would be...................... Yeah anyway.
I still have the Video and if we had got on the train thingy nobody actually knew about so we would not have got on it anyway then we would not have it. Phil would not have made his friend either.
See that walk was fun times, stop your complaining.
bump....
[youtube=425,350]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yEtmLIYknCc&feature=youtu.be[/youtube]
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I believe our friendly neighbourhood Gerfish is sorting our transport to and from airports, anyone know if he has seen this?
Big "Feck Off" limo sorted (To the hotel and back to the airport) for the following people who asked to join the eejits express......
Me (Chief drunkard in charge of the vehicle)
Joe Ball
Matt Bird
The Ward brothers
Brian the Legend
Glenn the Brave
Phil Fryer
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Promo Video of the horseless carriage, although given the complexity of my order I may have ordered a high sided bread van. ;D ;D
Free champagne provided for the journey to the hotel......
LIMO (https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=aiEV23YzOQQ)
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Promo Video of the horseless carriage, although given the complexity of my order I may have ordered a high sided bread van. ;D ;D
Free champagne provided for the journey to the hotel......
LIMO (https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=aiEV23YzOQQ)
Interestingly, I booked the VIP Shuttle from Bell Trans but the confirmation came from Presidential Limo.
$38 return for collection at T3 to head Downtown and return from the Orleans. Say $60 all in after generous tips...about right.
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SIM card arrived today :)
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Any advice on parking?
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Any advice on parking?
Sure...always valet park...it"s worth it.
Next?
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Is it me or is it ONLY 3 WEEKS TOMORROW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
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Ordered some dollars to be delivered today. Guaranteed they said if ordered before 1pm. I worked from home this morning to catch the postman. Postman came no delivery of mulla.
I rang and asked politely what part of guaranteed did they not understand ;D
They replied, that because of the amount some security checks had to be carried out and I "should" have the money tomorrow.
I asked him (politely) what the word "should" means.
He replied, erm well we would hope that the Post Office effect delivery tomorrow.
I asked him (politely) what the words hope and effect meant and explained what the words cause and effect would mean to him if the package was not delivered tomorrow.
It wasn"t that fecking much FFS........
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Me, Don Roberts, Paul, Tom, Bobby, Rodders, Glenn, Stu, Mattie, Phil, Joe, Mattie 2, Paulie, Rita, Betty, Eck, Stephen, Brian, Brian 2.
These esteemed human beings are all on the same plane leaving Gatwick, good luck the rest of the poor people in the steel tube.
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Me, Don Roberts, Paul, Tom, Bobby, Rodders, Glenn, Stu, Mattie, Phil, Joe, Mattie 2, Paulie, Rita, Betty, Eck, Stephen, Brian, Brian 2.
These esteemed human beings are all on the same plane leaving Gatwick, good luck the rest of the poor people in the steel tube.
Have you ordered the extra booze from old Woolly Jumper?
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Trying to work a last minute option for this
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Trying to work a last minute option for this
ooooh very good news. GFDI please ;D
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Trying to work a last minute option for this
J F D Fecking I
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Trying to work a last minute option for this
J F D Fecking I
Trying to work a last minute option for this
ooooh very good news. GFDI please ;D
Will be booking this weekend, Will arrive on the 8th depart 14th or 15th, LHR(BA) staying at Harrahs
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Trying to work a last minute option for this
J F D Fecking I
Trying to work a last minute option for this
ooooh very good news. GFDI please ;D
Will be booking this weekend, Will arrive on the 8th depart 14th or 15th, LHR(BA) staying at Harrahs
Life is good
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Added to the list - good to see you there Don :)
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Is it 19 days now?? Can"t come soon enough!!
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Confirmed 8-14 Nov staying at Harrah"s
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Confirmed 8-14 Nov staying at Harrah"s
Excellent News :)
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This trip just gets better.
Anybody else want to join us?
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This trip just gets better.
Anybody else want to join us?
Yes. Next question.
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This trip just gets better.
Anybody else want to join us?
Yes. Next question.
Anybody else going to join us?
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Depends whether the lottery numbers come up, but definitely be there if they do.
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Depends whether the lottery numbers come up, but definitely be there if they do.
You stop getting my hopes up :"(
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With all the terms and conditions around the rewards on MyVegas I have no fecking idea what to do with my gold coins.
Show
Buffets (limited to 3 within a 30 day period it seems)
Best drink offer for the lot ;D
Anyone got any bright ideas ???
(https://encrypted-tbn2.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcSpuRCAwDt_X6uZ48VRJVyjefD5aYtKdtpmkA19gXl9Slf_R3iT)
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^^^^^^^^^ hows that for a 10,000th post ;D ;D ;D
Priceless, never noticed the milestone.
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^^^^^^^^^ hows that for a 10,000th post ;D ;D ;D
Priceless, never noticed the milestone.
congratz sir, mine ends and yours just rolls on and on and on and on and on and........................... ;)
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I"m promising Richard a visit to Twin Peaks....
(http://www.vegaschatter.com/files/63189/TwinPeaksHot1.jpg)
I"m thinking Sunday 10th November before we make our way to Frankies Tiki Room & McMullans.
(http://s3-media2.ak.yelpcdn.com/bphoto/fKThPmBdKecE5lNVOecnPg/l.jpg)
Is this still the plan for Sunday 10th Paulie ?
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Don...that was 20 pages ago I thought I had moved Twin Peaks to Saturday
The plan WAS this : LINK (http://www.apat.com/forum/index.php?topic=11914.msg214577#msg214577)
...but some silly person put an Eeenglish tournament in the way and some people might want to do that instead.
No sense of priorities some people. For myself, I"m not expecting to play ANY tournament poker while I"m there....APAT included.
Pretty sure at least me and Curlarge (and probably Ger) will be at McMullans Saturday and Sunday night but the afternoons of Saturday and Sunday are anyone"s guess.
I suspect it will come down to what happens on the day.
Mix & Match?
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Ok thanks Paulie, I am up to speed now, I do vaguely remember the change but it was in July, so that"s my excuse for forgetting.
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http://www.rira.com/las-vegas/ri-ra-late-night.html
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http://www.rira.com/las-vegas/ri-ra-late-night.html
Well that"s Monday night 11/11 sorted then. :)
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Three of us are doing this on Tuesday 12th if anyone wants to join us http://www.scenic.com/airplane-tours/grand-canyon-connoisseur chocks away
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Depends whether the lottery numbers come up, but definitely be there if they do.
Please try very hard to pick the right ones.
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I"ve left it to the tender mercies of Camelot"s "Lucky Dip". Then, if it"s not lucky, I"m gonna sue their sorry asses off. Win, win imo.
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Will be there too. flying out on the 6th, staying in the luxor, girlfriends choice :)
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What"s that? ::) ....2 weeks today you say!!!! :o :o :o
Oh go on then ;D ;D ;D
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The excitement is starting to ratchet up now - it"s time to start packing I think...
Oh, only 13 days to go for me ;)
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The excitement is starting to ratchet up now - it"s time to start packing I think...
Oh, only 13 days to go for me ;)
What"s that? ::) ....2 weeks today you say!!!! :o :o :o
Oh go on then ;D ;D ;D
Sigh........sigh.........sigh....
Can you stop bumping the thread up you 2.. Some of us les fortunate ones are NOT going *%*%^%^*%^%*%*}}###
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I"m counting it as 13 days too, as that will be when we meet at Gatwick :)
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The excitement is starting to ratchet up now - it"s time to start packing I think...
Oh, only 13 days to go for me ;)
What"s that? ::) ....2 weeks today you say!!!! :o :o :o
Oh go on then ;D ;D ;D
Sigh........sigh.........sigh....
Can you stop bumping the thread up you 2.. Some of us les fortunate ones are NOT going *%*%^%^*%^%*%*}}###
In 3 weeks time most will be packing to come home. There how"s that? ;)
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The excitement is starting to ratchet up now - it"s time to start packing I think...
Amateur...I started packing in August! :)
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Packing?? Same as always. Just throw a load of clothes in a bag. Easy.
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13 days is the correct time to count as the holiday clearly starts at Gatwick on 06/11/2013.
Packing should be done the day before. So it is 12 days until packing.
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Ger starts packing 5-10 minutes before he heads to the airport. No pressure...
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Anybody heard any news regarding the Apat tournament ? Start time, venue, buy in, etc etc. I have not seen a player briefing or any other details regarding this tournament and with only 12 days until I and my three (relatively new to Apat) companions head to the states, having some information to pass on to them would be very useful at this late stage.
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I can safely say its on the saturday its at caesars palace normal apat structure will apply im getting a bit fed up with apat bashing on this forum if you dont like it go elsewhere sorry but im pissed off nothing personal.
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im getting a bit fed up with apat bashing on this forum if you dont like it go elsewhere sorry but im pissed off nothing personal.
There are plenty of other posts that would have been better places to stick your comment under. Not a single bit of bashing has been by Don.
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im getting a bit fed up with apat bashing on this forum if you dont like it go elsewhere sorry but im pissed off nothing personal.
There are plenty of other posts that would have been better places to stick your comment under. Not a single bit of bashing has been by Don.
Wtf, thanks for the info Glenn, you are clearly better informed than me, however it also quite clear that you are a very bad judge of character if you think I am an Apat basher, sorry to call into question your judgement, nothing personal.
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ok, i apologise i have shot from the hip clearly and it was not meant to be personal Don trust me on that.
I just feel that every time i log on to apat, which i admit is not as often as it used to be due to lots of reasons, all i read is critical and moaning posts. I realise I reacted incorrectly here so forgive me for that, I hope you all know me well enough to accept i was just letting of steam.
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Apology accepted Glenn, not sure that my original post was either critical or a moan, I was genuinely after more info such as start time and buy in, but I guess you saw it differently, we move on, all the best.
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I know that it is on Saturday/Sunday at Caesars as Glenn said, and will be the normal APAT structure. I assume the start time will be as per usual, as it was last time. Adam is going to "host" the event for APAT and I"m sure he/Des will post something in the next day or two.
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Passport has arrived, ESTA is sorted, just need to go get my $$$ now :)
Its nearly here folks :)
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Contrary to public opinion (Well Dawn"s opinion really) I pack for trips 10 minutes before leaving the house. Well I can tell you this - small suitcase packed for Portugal & large suitcase packed for Vegas
I is ready.........
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Contrary to public opinion (Well Dawn"s opinion really) I pack for trips 10 minutes before leaving the house. Well I can tell you this - small suitcase packed for Portugal & large suitcase packed for Vegas
I is ready.........
My opinion was based on the facts of your past! You"ve clearly had a fall or summat to say you"re suddenly preparing early this time.
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9 days :)
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I know that it is on Saturday/Sunday at Caesars as Glenn said, and will be the normal APAT structure. I assume the start time will be as per usual, as it was last time. Adam is going to "host" the event for APAT and I"m sure he/Des will post something in the next day or two.
I have seen this and I"m not deliberately ignoring anyone - as soon as I have information I shall let everybody know asap.
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9 days :)
Indeed :)
Anyone know anything about college football, by any chance?
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9 days :)
Indeed :)
Anyone know anything about college football, by any chance?
It"s american football played by the colleges, apart from that no, hope that helps ;D
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9 days :)
Indeed :)
Anyone know anything about college football, by any chance?
You need my brother for that
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9 days :)
Indeed :)
Anyone know anything about college football, by any chance?
It"s american football played by the colleges, apart from that no, hope that helps ;D
Smartar5e :) Interested in a morning in the Caesars sportsbook betting on it on the Saturday - then the same on the Sunday with NFL?
9 days :)
Indeed :)
Anyone know anything about college football, by any chance?
You need my brother for that
Get him to look at the matches for when we are there then and recommend some good parlay bets please!
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FWIW...I have a contact at Bally"s sportsbook! :)
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Anyone fancy betting on some horse races while we"re there.
Upstairs at the D....SIGMA Derby
(http://www.reviewjournal.com/sites/default/files/field/media/7424402-7-4.jpg)
http://www.reviewjournal.com/life/low-tech-horse-race-game-has-loyal-following (http://www.reviewjournal.com/life/low-tech-horse-race-game-has-loyal-following)
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In for Sigma. Love that game - spent at least an hour there last time when it was at the MGM.
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Anyone fancy betting on some horse races while we"re there.
Upstairs at the D....SIGMA Derby
(http://www.reviewjournal.com/sites/default/files/field/media/7424402-7-4.jpg)
http://www.reviewjournal.com/life/low-tech-horse-race-game-has-loyal-following (http://www.reviewjournal.com/life/low-tech-horse-race-game-has-loyal-following)
Why di I get the impression that this game will tilt me more than anything else all week???
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In for SIGMA
I"m with Ger on the packing front, do mine on the morning I go
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I have noticed that the newest casino Downtown, called the Downtown Grand, has just opened for business but is having its official opening on November 12th.
Anybody fancy going down to visit that day?
Oh, also, anybody fancy going to see Absinthe? I"ve just read a description of it as "dirty, dirty jokes and boobs". Sounds perfect.
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I have noticed that the newest casino Downtown, called the Downtown Grand, has just opened for business but is having its official opening on November 12th.
Anybody fancy going down to visit that day?
Weren"t you all coming down on Friday 9th anyway?
http://www.vegaschatter.com/story/2013/10/28/192351/86/vegas-travel/Not+Everything+Is+Open+For+Business+At+Downtown+Grand (http://www.vegaschatter.com/story/2013/10/28/192351/86/vegas-travel/Not+Everything+Is+Open+For+Business+At+Downtown+Grand)
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A few of us are off to play poker at binnions on the Friday afternoon, so will no doubt make use of downtpwn that evening?
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I have noticed that the newest casino Downtown, called the Downtown Grand, has just opened for business but is having its official opening on November 12th.
Anybody fancy going down to visit that day?
Weren"t you all coming down on Friday 9th anyway?
http://www.vegaschatter.com/story/2013/10/28/192351/86/vegas-travel/Not+Everything+Is+Open+For+Business+At+Downtown+Grand (http://www.vegaschatter.com/story/2013/10/28/192351/86/vegas-travel/Not+Everything+Is+Open+For+Business+At+Downtown+Grand)
I was planning to do so - but I"m interested in the official opening as well :)
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A few of us are off to play poker at binnions on the Friday afternoon, so will no doubt make use of downtown that evening 30 minutes after the start?
FYP
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I have noticed that the newest casino Downtown, called the Downtown Grand, has just opened for business but is having its official opening on November 12th.
Anybody fancy going down to visit that day?
Weren"t you all coming down on Friday 9th anyway?
http://www.vegaschatter.com/story/2013/10/28/192351/86/vegas-travel/Not+Everything+Is+Open+For+Business+At+Downtown+Grand (http://www.vegaschatter.com/story/2013/10/28/192351/86/vegas-travel/Not+Everything+Is+Open+For+Business+At+Downtown+Grand)
That advert at the bottom of the page, is that a typo? ;)
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A few of us are off to play poker at binnions on the Friday afternoon, so will no doubt make use of downtown that evening 30 minutes after the start?
FYP
For me and Ger, probably, for Brian, not so much :)
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A few of us are off to play poker at binnions on the Friday afternoon, so will no doubt make use of downtown that evening 30 minutes after the start?
FYP
For me and Ger, probably, for Brian, not so much :)
Blatant "I know a poker player" brag post.
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Only one half day at work to go then it"s off to Portugal for a few days.... then it is Vegas and the anticipation is palatable.
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5 more shifts for me.
Wish I was off to Portugal :(
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"NEWS FLASH"...
Vegas has just been levelled by a huge earthquake that went of the Richter scale!!
Sorry guys :( you will just have to stay in sunny UK
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"NEWS FLASH"...
Vegas has just been levelled by a huge earthquake that went of the Richter scale!!
Sorry guys :( you will just have to stay in sunny UK
To be fair that would be mild compared to the top end of the "STUichter" scale in a few days ;D
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1 week today, we will be meeting at Gatwick :D
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1 week today, we will be meeting at Gatwick :D
One week today I"ll be landing in Vegas :D
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1 week today, we will be meeting at Gatwick :D
One week today I"ll be landing in Vegas :D
3 weeks today you"ll all be home ;D
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Buzzkill, much??
;)
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5am tomorrow up and off to Portugal, this day next week spin down to Gatwick to meet up with the other degens ready for the epicness of the flight to Vegas......
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5am tomorrow up and off to Portugal, this day next week spin down to Gatwick to meet up with the other degens ready for the epicness of the flight to Vegas......
Enjoy sir!!
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1 week today, we will be meeting at Gatwick :D
One week today I"ll be landing in Vegas :D
3 weeks today you"ll all be home ;D
Was for a certain Mr. Pilgrim"s benefit only ;)
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http://www.bbc.co.uk/weather/5506956
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3 shifts at work to go...feeling the anticipation now!
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3 shifts at work to go...feeling the anticipation now!
I know I left my banhammer around somewhere! >:(
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The countdown to Vegas is now in days meaning there is less than a week to go. A week today we will be on Fremont Street.
5 days until Wednesday and it will all be kicking off.
wiiiiiii
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3 shifts at work to go...feeling the anticipation now!
I know I left my banhammer around somewhere! >:(
Have you found it yet? This is just ridic.
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Does anybody want things like food etc bringing back? Am going shopping for Joobs one day whilst out there so happy to grab stuff. PM me if you want anything reasonable.
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3 shifts at work to go...feeling the anticipation now!
I know I left my banhammer around somewhere! >:(
Have you found it yet? This is just ridic.
It"s only gonna get worse from here, wait until Stu gets here :)
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Does anybody want things like food etc bringing back? Am going shopping for Joobs one day whilst out there so happy to grab stuff. PM me if you want anything reasonable.
Nah...my local Tesco"s sorts me out for a lot of US goodies. :)
Might do a trip to Frys / Town Square though to look at the electronicy goodies and some eats/drinkies one day.
BTW: FYI...as you/I are there: http://www.vegasmessageboard.com/forums/showthread.php?t=99409
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Does anybody want things like food etc bringing back? Am going shopping for Joobs one day whilst out there so happy to grab stuff. PM me if you want anything reasonable.
Nah...my local Tesco"s sorts me out for a lot of US goodies. :)
Might do a trip to Frys / Town Square though to look at the electronicy goodies and some eats/drinkies one day.
BTW: FYI...as you/I are there: http://www.vegasmessageboard.com/forums/showthread.php?t=99409
I know of that thread - I was the OP :)
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5 days 5 days 5 days 5 days 5 days :)
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(http://downtheroad.tunicatravel.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/pai-gow-poker1.jpg)
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Oh, and just for people who aren"t happy at the number of days.
I have 134h 27m 30s until I check in at the Orleans.
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The Piano Bar at Harrah's has turned in to the Jack Daniel's Saloon. The change began last weekend when Professional Bull Riders was in town, and the Saloon will remain through National Finals Rodeo Dec. 5-14
Look for drink specials such as $7 Gentleman Jack and a $10 beer and shot combo. Yeehaw! -
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http://www.weather.com/weather/extended/USNV0049?par=yahoo&site=www.yahoo.com&promo=extendedforecast&cm_ven=Yahoo&cm_cat=www.yahoo.com&cm_pla=forecastpage&cm_ite=CityPage
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3 DAYS 3 DAYS 3 DAYS 3 DAYS
What is everyones ETA at the hotel in Gatwick on wednesday then?
Stu, Matty, Brian, Phill - 6pm
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3 DAYS 3 DAYS 3 DAYS 3 DAYS
What is everyones ETA at the hotel in Gatwick on wednesday then?
Stu, Matty, Brian, Phill - 6pm
I get to Gatwick at 6pm on the train. I need to drop my stuff off at my hotel. I will then wander over to your hotel. Wetherspoons Wednesday night or just stay at the hotel?
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What is everyones ETA at the hotel in Gatwick on wednesday then?
Stu, Matty, Brian, Phill - 6pm
Hopefully around 6.30, more likely 7.00 what with traffic.
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WILL ARRIVE AT HOTEL APROX 5PM :COURTYARD BY MARRIOT EXCITED MUCHLY ;D :) POOR BETTY CANT WAIT SHE NEVER BEEN BEFORE
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WILL ARRIVE AT HOTEL APROX 5PM :COURTYARD BY MARRIOT EXCITED MUCHLY ;D :) POOR BETTY CANT WAIT SHE NEVER BEEN BEFORE
See you both there! Make sure you 2 behave yourselves!
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Insurance sorted, documents printed off, esta still valid from last year.
Still need to get some more dollars, a new suitcase as handle broke on mine, oh and find out where I put my passport for safe keeping when we moved!!!
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http://www.weather.com/weather/tenday/USNV0049
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Last day at work...only 6hrs to go before I can start the holiday spirit :)
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Does any one know the story for Saturday...... Is it turn up around 1 pm as sober as possible and register on the day? Or will Caesars be taking registrations in advance?
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Does any one know the story for Saturday...... Is it turn up around 1 pm as sober as possible and register on the day? Or will Caesars be taking registrations in advance?
Just waiting for direction from Caesars, but I think it will be register on the day. Maybe the day before if we are lucky. Even the Venetian don"t let you register more than 24hrs before :)
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Tomorrow???
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Tomorrow.
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Tomorrow.
I KNOW!
http://www.visitmiddlesbrough.com/whats-on/event/3127/mfc-christmas-signing-session (http://www.visitmiddlesbrough.com/whats-on/event/3127/mfc-christmas-signing-session)
Marvin Emnes.
Say no more x
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UTB
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In 48 hours we will be in departures, the important people I mean now btw I know some people have booked the wrong flight :)
Can anybody help here :)
http://www.apat.com/forum/index.php?topic=14462.msg222108#new
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In 48 hours we will be in departures, the important people I mean now btw I know some people have booked the wrong flight :)
Can anybody help here :)
http://www.apat.com/forum/index.php?topic=14462.msg222108#new
Sorted for you. Any more questions just ask.
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In 48 hours we will be in departures, the important people I mean now btw I know some people have booked the wrong flight :)
Can anybody help here :)
http://www.apat.com/forum/index.php?topic=14462.msg222108#new
In 48hrs I"ll be in bed in the Orleans having played my first Pai Gow hand already :)
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In 48 hours we will be in departures, the important people I mean now btw I know some people have booked the wrong flight :)
Can anybody help here :)
http://www.apat.com/forum/index.php?topic=14462.msg222108#new
Cocked it up for you. Any more questions just ask.
FYP Stu.
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In 48 hours we will be in departures, the important people I mean now btw I know some people have booked the wrong flight :)
Can anybody help here :)
http://www.apat.com/forum/index.php?topic=14462.msg222108#new
Cocked it up for you. Any more questions just ask.
FYP Stu.
Incorrect. Have nut 2 pair hand at back, any pair usually wins front hand.
The masseuse I used is a pro at pai gow. I believe her
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Don"t get to drunk on the flight !
http://www.theguardian.com/football/2013/nov/05/cska-moscow-manchester-plane-divert
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[ ] Flight (just realised need to change my passport number to my new one, will do this tonight
[X] Hotel
[X] Passport
[X] ESTA Done
[X] Travel and Medical insurance sorted
[X] Dollars sorted
[X] Phone and charger
[X] Phone orange and get phone cleared to use overseas so i cna run up a monstrous phone bill
[X] Travel to and from Manchester arranged
[X] Shuttle to/from McCarran booked
[ ] Packed
More sorted than i thought i would be :D
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[ ] Flight (just realised need to change my passport number to my new one, will do this tonight
[X] Hotel
[X] Passport
[X] ESTA Done
[X] Travel and Medical insurance sorted
[X] Dollars sorted
[X] Phone and charger
[X] Phone orange and get phone cleared to use overseas so i cna run up a monstrous phone bill
[X] Travel to and from Manchester arranged
[X] Shuttle to/from McCarran booked
[ ] Packed
More sorted than i thought i would be :D
One assumes you have done your ESTA with your new passport number
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Not sure if anyone is heading to the Jack Fairman pub in Horley tomorrow night. If you are, let me know and I"ll pop down for a couple of pints. If you"re staying in the hotel bar, I"ll see you at the airport on Thursday morning.
epicness awaits.
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Have we decided where we are meeting/going on Friday night?
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2pm comp @ Binions then from there I assume...
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Sorry meant Thursday night
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[ ] Flight (just realised need to change my passport number to my new one, will do this tonight
[X] Hotel
[X] Passport
[X] ESTA Done
[X] Travel and Medical insurance sorted
[X] Dollars sorted
[X] Phone and charger
[X] Phone orange and get phone cleared to use overseas so i cna run up a monstrous phone bill
[X] Travel to and from Manchester arranged
[X] Shuttle to/from McCarran booked
[ ] Packed
More sorted than i thought i would be :D
One assumes you have done your ESTA with your new passport number
One assumes correctly. I may be a douche but not THAT big a one :p
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Twin peaks looks good, I know Paulie has that booked for Saturday, but as playing the Apat thingie may miss out, suppose it depends how far from Harrahs it is, over to you Mr Guru, if not there any where tbh, ain"t fussy.
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Sorry meant Thursday night
I planned on putting my US number (which I wont get until I land) on here and getting Ger or Paulie to ring me when they land, was gonna just head to Harrahs to be fair.
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Harrahs has a $100 bounty comp 8pm if anyone wants to dip there toes in early.AVP says it gets 70 runners avg.
Probably just start abusing my liver if I get there.
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Thursday is surely just beer and paigow night? As mentioned by he who says "feck", not looking to stray too far from the hotel first night.
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The masseuse I used is a pro at pai gow. I believe her
She was the Phil Ivey of Pai Gow.
Hope they forget to pack beer on your flight guys.... Good Luck ;)
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[ ] Flight (just realised need to change my passport number to my new one, will do this tonight
[X] Hotel
[X] Passport
[X] ESTA Done
[X] Travel and Medical insurance sorted
[X] Dollars sorted
[X] Phone and charger
[X] Phone orange and get phone cleared to use overseas so i cna run up a monstrous phone bill
[X] Travel to and from Manchester arranged
[X] Shuttle to/from McCarran booked
[ ] Packed
More sorted than i thought i would be :D
One assumes you have done your ESTA with your new passport number
One assumes correctly. I may be a douche but not THAT big a one :p
Was checking myself and my friend in tonight when check-in was declined due to not having an esta!!!
Went to esta site to check them and the esta site crashed!!!!
Finally got em checked and both still valid. Went back to check=in on virgin and realised I got one digit of friends passport number wrong...doh
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TODAY!!!!
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Sat in the departure lounge at Manchester. Let"s do this!
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Just in case there is any agro at check in abou the resort fee.
From: Dallas Holmes
Sent: Friday, March 15, 2013 1:01 PM
To: "curlarge@curlarge.com"
Subject: RE:
Hello Richard,
Hope you are having an amazing day! If you only book four rooms we will keep the rate and I can still offer my services because you are a repeat guest : )
We do now charge a resort fee for any reservations booked after the first of March; your group will be excluded when they book using your code.
Please let me know if you need anything at all. Have an outstanding day!
Sincerely,
Dallas R Holmes
Total Experiences/VIP Manager
Caesars Entertainment Corp.
Direct 702.731.7553 | Fax 702.443-9926
Office Hours: Thursday-Monday- 10am to 6pm
Visit us on the Web at: www.totalexperiences.com
Follow us on Facebook at: http://www.facebook.com/TotalExperiences
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Flight just realised need to change my passport number to my new one, will do this tonight sorted
[X] Hotel
[X] Passport
[X] ESTA Done
[X] Travel and Medical insurance sorted
[X] Dollars sorted
[X] Phone and charger
[X] Phone orange and get phone cleared to use overseas so i cna run up a monstrous phone bill sorted
[X] Travel to and from Manchester arranged
[X] Shuttle to/from McCarran booked
[ ] Packed
Just packing left (i think) off out to get last minute bits and bobs for the stockton rock. BRING IT ON
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Well if I don"t have everything I am going without it. Journey has begun. See you all later.
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Well if I don"t have everything I am going without it. Journey has begun. See you all later.
As long as they let you in.....or out come to that.
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Message for IrishTom (tapatalk doesn"t let me PM so someone point him in this direction plz!)
I have got your PM and will try to get the information out on the two Vegas forums I post on, will reply properly when I land in Vegas (currently on the plane)
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At the bar.lots of heros. Loving life
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Message for IrishTom (tapatalk doesn"t let me PM so someone point him in this direction plz!)
I have got your PM and will try to get the information out on the two Vegas forums I post on, will reply properly when I land in Vegas (currently on the plane)
Sent from my HTC One X using Tapatalk
Thanks Adam
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AND THEY ARE OFF
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Have a great time you load of tossers! Dawn & I don"t wish we were there with you one bit. Not at all. Not even one iota. Even a really tiny one. Honest.
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Wish they would bloody hurry up, doing the world whilst waiting for them!
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Have to say it"s been lovely and quiet on here today. No-one banging on about Vegas and all that.
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Imagine getting to Vegas thinking its a $75 tourny to find out its 3 times the amount?! Wowzer
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Imagine getting to Vegas thinking its a $75 tourny to find out its 3 times the amount?! Wowzer
Yes it did for me so I swerved it and went back downtown to play the penny slots
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Anyone still playing bellagio today or going to aria??
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So...after the fun times that was this year"s trip...I have been thinking. Which is never good.
Next big trip - April 2015. Whilst we are there...anybody fancy 3 days in Reno?
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So...after the fun times that was this year"s trip...I have been thinking. Which is never good.
Next big trip - April 2015. Whilst we are there...anybody fancy 3 days in Reno?
TBH....If anyone could do a couple of days in LA...you really should hit up the Commerce Casino too.
Road Trip!
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So...after the fun times that was this year"s trip...I have been thinking. Which is never good.
Next big trip - April 2015. Whilst we are there...anybody fancy 3 days in Reno?
Possibly....