Can’t beat the aria buffet!
Would recommend seeing a show, cirque du soleil etc
Plus how have you not been to vegas before?! Go well
Thanks Chris! Just never managed it with the kids and fam stuff!
Wynn is the nicest Cardroom, and you get better drinks.
Can't go wrong with food options there, but cost is $$$. Am a big fan of the Asian stuff, buffet and terrace point cafe first thing (just walk to the bar if on your own).
Where are you staying, as can let you know options near there? Heat us horrendous, so you don't want to walk far in the daytime.
Go to the pools when they open. They are empty and the temperature is manageable. Is an easy thing to do on the first day or two when you come from the UK. Sorts out the jetlag, feeling grim pretty quickly too.
Tip is like 15/20% and if you don't they aren't going to be happy. Even when you get a Starbucks to go (I tend to aim 10% here).
Have fun and good luck.
Appreciate it doobs thanks, some great info here. Was kind concerned about the tipping stuff as haven’t been to the US in a long time.
I’m staying at planet Hollywood with Sky. Are you over there?
Not there now. Don't think there is anywhere really good in the Horseshoe to eat. Steakhouse isn't great and is expensive. Think Paris is better unless you want cheap food court stuff and then Horseshoe is ok. Rob was a fan of the Crepe place in Paris, not tried it.
Not tried new Gordon Ramsey Burger in planet Hollywood, would be tempted. PF Changs is like bad western Chinese. Never again.
Get down the Wynn if you want a decent meal for a treat. Don't do it on a weekend if you want to get in, unless booked. They never seem that bothered if you are on your own. Would do that over steak place in Horseshoe. Uber is good, but taxi is probably less than $20 anyway. Don't think there was much difference in prices between them.
Sure Aria buffet is fine and close, had it years ago. Just get a load of water at CVS or ABC stores. You'll go through loads, and you will be parched at 4am because of alcohol/air con and faced with an overpriced mini bar in room.
Don't really mind cards in Planet Hollywood. Used to be ok, but think the Cardroom has moved, so might be different. Daily deepstacks aren't bad at Horseshoe if you want a cheap practice game (v fishy). MGM is further than you think when walking! I thought that was ok too.
Lots of solid trainer/sneaker shops in Miracle mile in PH. Gave my kids lots of choice. There are plenty of food options in there too if you just want casual dining.
Loads of cirque choices, and everyone seems to enjoy them. Shows aren't my thing.
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