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03-12-2006, 06:21 PM #26Web Hosting Master
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Originally Posted by sailorJay Sudowski // Handy Networks LLC // Co-Founder & CTO
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03-12-2006, 06:39 PM #27Web Hosting Master
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Stephen,
The only problem is I dont know a dirt bike that will out run an AK-47, gotta remember those guards have shoot to kill orders.. LOLTony Holloway
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03-12-2006, 07:21 PM #28Owner of the net for a day
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I think you mean an AR-15/M16/MP5
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03-13-2006, 02:28 PM #29Junior Guru Wannabe
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Originally Posted by JodoHost(Stephen)
A lot more 'activities' in Las Vegas than in Chicago. Good Good!I have the simplest tastes. I am always satisfied with the best. --Oscar Wilde
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03-13-2006, 06:10 PM #30Owner of the net for a day
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No deporting for me....
But, beyond the crazy talk, are people more interested in ATVs or Dirt bikes? Personally, I prefer dirt bikes
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03-14-2006, 10:08 PM #31Web Hosting Master
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Was hoping to get to see AvenueQ but looks like it might have finished its Vegas run by then
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03-16-2006, 09:16 PM #32Web Hosting Master
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The last time I was in the Glitter Gulch it smelled like someone had died and was decaying in a pool of their own vomit. There are plenty of opportunities for "Adult Entertainment" here, and almost any of them are better than that place.
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03-17-2006, 05:14 PM #33Senior Tech Consultant
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Ok..being as I've been there 3 years in a row..here's some of the things I've done..
Attractions:
- Freemont Experience (FREE)
discussed already..great fun, was there for Vetern's day..maybe I'll post the footage I shot.
- Sirens of TI (FREE)
in front of Treasure Island...try to hit it up on a not-windy day..or it may get cancelled..happens if the wind kicks up for safety of cast.
- Fountains at the Bellegio (FREE)
Very spectacutular...go at night, differnent showing every 15 mins.
- Star Trek Experience (MUSEUM & RIDE COSTS)
At the Hilton for all you Trekkies or Trekkers...2 different 'rides', museum, Quarks Bar serves food and drinks that put you in the DS9 world, actors in full makeup and character...and they DO NOT break from their roles..fun.
- HOOVER DAM (BUS TOURS FROM $30-80 or so)
Went on this last year finally...was a half day bus tour..it's only like 40 mins from Vegas if you have a car...You've seen it in pics, but there is nothing like seeing in person...it just impressive and you get the scale and understand what it took to build. (Lots of security and checkpoints before you get near it....be prepared, leave the weapons back at the hotel.. ).
- GRAND CANYON (BUS TRIPS or DAY LONG CAR RIDE)
Flew over it on way home...and it's hella bigger then you think..lol. They have helicopter trips available for $200-$250. Note that there is a weight limit..lol..that's why I didn't go.
- GONDOLA RIDES (at the Venetian)
Great romatic ride while being crooned to with Italian love ballads.
Shows I've attended:
- Blue Man Group
This is one you should NOT miss..funny as heck and great music. One of my favorites
- Erocktica
Rock and roll and topless women...in a cozy nightclub atmosphere..doesn't get any better...lead female singer is build like a brick..well, you get idea.
- Penn and Teller
Funny funny guys...amazing magic...even when they let you in on the secrets, it's still funny and amazing.
- Folles Begere - Tropicana
Classic Las Vega Showgirl Review. They have two shows..matinee and evening (topless).
More shows..
And lets not forget the gambling..lol. Stay away from the main strip for that. You'll get better odds at the smaller casinos off the strip...but if you're on the strip. Strip casinos are for suckers and high rollers. Locals gamble at the lesser traveled casinos like the Orleans.
Food, well, buffets are big. Best one I ate at was at the Rio, but there are tons to choose from for low budget eating.
Drinking...pricey in hotels, but cheap if you are gambling (aka free..lol). I used to sit at the bar at the Venetian and play the card machines for hours and drink..if you get lucky you can drink all night and not spend much.
Hint on shows...DON'T pay full price for show tickets. EVER EVER EVER.
You can get same day show tickets at Tix4Tonight and other simular vendors..you can find them up near the MGM grand for one and I think one is down across from teh Wynn. Tickets can be a much as 50% off and usually can get any show...but they are same day tix. You can get discounted Canyon and Dam tour tickets too.
Here's a list of FREE shows and events as well..
As for "adult" entertainment...well, you'll find plenty of (most likely illegal) immigrants handing out little business size cards all up and down the strip for that..lol...it's a REAL annoyance to be honest. And if you spend enough time in any Hotel bar by yourself, I'm sure that eventually some young lady will start chatting with you...for a price...lol..another one of those "annoyances". Be careful there is all I have to say.
All in all, one can visit Las Vegas and have a great time without spending a fortune and you don't even have to gamble..there is TON'S of things to do...
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03-18-2006, 12:15 AM #34WebHostingTalk Lover
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Thanks for all the suggestions guys, definitely going to look into some and maybe calling up a tour guide for some pointers
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03-19-2006, 01:36 PM #35Web Hosting Master
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Just thought I'd say:
"- Star Trek Experience (MUSEUM & RIDE COSTS)
At the Hilton for all you Trekkies or Trekkers...2 different 'rides', museum, Quarks Bar serves food and drinks that put you in the DS9 world, actors in full makeup and character...and they DO NOT break from their roles..fun."
That is excellent. Really really surprising how well they've put it together, the whole lot is just one amazing experience.
Grand Canyon is yet another amazing experience if you fly over it - definately the best way to travel. We hired a helicopter just for us and flew over Grand Canyon, Las Vegas strip and the Hoover Dam. We flew with: http://www.maverickhelicopter.com/
I didn't gamble once when I went.
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03-19-2006, 04:52 PM #36Web Hosting Master
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A few revisions of ArtieFishill's suggestions (which are pretty good btw)
- Fountains at the Bellegio (FREE)
Very spectacutular...go at night, differnent showing every 15 mins.
- Star Trek Experience (MUSEUM & RIDE COSTS)
At the Hilton for all you Trekkies or Trekkers...2 different 'rides', museum, Quarks Bar serves food and drinks that put you in the DS9 world, actors in full makeup and character...and they DO NOT break from their roles..fun.
Hint on shows...DON'T pay full price for show tickets. EVER EVER EVER.
It never hurts to check the brokers for any show in town, especially if you are going to a mid-week show, but there are some that just never seem to go "on sale", even same day tickets.
My preference for "adult" entertainment would be some of the various "Gentlemen's Clubs" and "Cabaret" Clubs in town. Probably not appropriate for further discussion here, but feel free to email me and I can give you suggestions on a few of the classier establishments.Last edited by Rob T; 03-19-2006 at 04:55 PM.
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03-19-2006, 06:29 PM #37Web Hosting Master
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Tickets for ST The Experience can be bought online as we did from Paramount Parks direct for a price of $33.99.
http://www1.paramountparks.com/shop/startrekexp.cfm
Or you can call: 888-Go-Boldy
I personally would feel safer buying tickets from an official source. Not sure whether that source is official or not that you mention above?
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03-19-2006, 06:33 PM #38Web Hosting Master
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Hostingcon is geeky enough without introducing star trek... come on guys!
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03-19-2006, 06:35 PM #39Web Hosting Master
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It's the experience - not the TV show... just a bit of fun!
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03-20-2006, 02:05 PM #40Newbie
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You should all checkout www.AllVegasCritic.com. It's new.
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03-20-2006, 08:47 PM #41Web Hosting Master
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03-21-2006, 01:08 PM #42Newbie
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I would love to go see Avenue Q. Bought the whole shows album on iTunes.
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03-21-2006, 02:59 PM #43Senior Tech Consultant
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What's wrong with Star Trek? LOL.
Where else can you actually get beamed aboard the Enterprise during a Klingon attack or actually caught in the middle of a Borg invasion, complete with phaser fights and ppl being yank into the ceilings right next to you?
Rob T's right though, some shows can't be gotten at discount, but for the majority you can. The giant Coke bottle by MGM is the place to go for them.
There is also a "Las Vegas Visitor's Bureau" booth down by the as well. I got a couple tickets to some shows from them for free..lol.
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03-23-2006, 09:11 PM #44Web Hosting Master
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Originally Posted by OKI-Paul
If you come out to California definitely give me a call! You will get tired of Vegas after two days or so and Los Angeles is definitely a good area to go to continue the fun.data center directory - The comprehensive data center resource. Version 2.0 coming soon!
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03-25-2006, 12:32 AM #45Newbie
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I envy you guys for being able to attend this year.
Once again, I'm out of the loop, but hopefully I can go next year.
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Looks like we are going to arrive in Vegas the evening of Sunday July 16th and leave the afternoon of Thursday July 20th. Shooting off some machine guns and driving an RV sounds like a bit of a laugh. Certainly couldn't go about shooting off AK-47's in the UK, although I am not sure that is such a bad thing...
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03-25-2006, 08:30 AM #47Web Hosting Master
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Well now if we could get the AK-47's mounted on the ATV's that would be a lot of fun.
Was there a party last year?
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03-28-2006, 05:32 PM #49Web Hosting Master
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Party? Did anyone party in Chicago? Wait we were in Chicago right?? :-p Flights are not getting any cheaper as oil prices go back up for summer. If you are gonna go, you better get your tickets now. And dont forget about the association meeting sunday evening when you book your flight. :-)
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Ok, quick question. If we want to take in one of the 4 (four?!?!) Cirque du Soleil shows when we are in Vegas, which one should we hit?:
Mystere
Zumanity
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Ka
I'd love some recommendations. Also, where is the best place to snag tickets?
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