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demonslayer
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# Posted: 6 Sep 2008 09:54 · Edited by: demonslayer
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Now we have the Union date sorted out (June 29th-July 5th), we now come to the poll for the hotel.
Las Vegas 2009 - Map with hotels on
As listed on the above link, we have five hotels to choose from:
(1) Hooters Casino Hotel 3 Star
(2) The Orleans Hotel 3 Star
(3) Wyndhams Grand Desert Resort
(4) Bill's Gamblin' Hall & Saloon 3 Star
(5) Imperial Palace Hotel 3 Star
I will close the poll for prefered Union hotel at end of November
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master_chief
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# Posted: 7 Sep 2008 13:36
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Although I may not be going... anything that says hooters gets my vote 
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ryo_crimson
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# Posted: 8 Sep 2008 02:32
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The Imperial Palace is the only one of those I actually saw when I went, and it was nice but remember it being a bit more pricey. Sahara is probably your cheapest choice on the strip but it`s kinda far down on the North. Hooters is close to the south side where the bigger famous casinos are so less walking to the action. Wyndham if it`s what I think it is is also kind of out of the way. I can`t speak for any of the others though. But you really want something right on the strip, as walking forever in the hot desert sun takes a toll on you after an hour or so. Hooters, Bill`s, and Imperial Palace are probably your best bets.
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jd
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# Posted: 18 Sep 2008 01:47
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Uhm, whichever's cheapest? *l*
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alane
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# Posted: 18 Sep 2008 22:01
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Well ...since I work for Wyndham in Park City Utah....I vote for The Grand Desert.... ......ZOMBIE
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freeman
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# Posted: 8 Nov 2008 23:09
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I (maybe my g-friend too) may be going if ST: The Experience II is operational... anything that says Hooters gets my vote.
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dierna
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# Posted: 9 Nov 2008 04:14
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Have fun guys...I'll wave to ya from the mountains of Utah. 
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shakeycat
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# Posted: 9 Nov 2008 05:46
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We were wondering about this ..
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kaela_donos
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# Posted: 17 Nov 2008 05:58
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The The Orleans Hotel is alittle off the strip,
Hooters may be going out of bussness but that wouldn't be till after the union. it's not a far walk from the main strip. it's also by unlv so near cheeper food.
i dont know about the other two.  when i get home in a week i will drive by them, maybe go in them ad look around.
the Sahara is a bit far from the action BUT it IS connected to the monorail!
i will be at my house which is 45 mins away but it is is where i live :/
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demonslayer
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# Posted: 24 Nov 2008 21:22 · Edited by: demonslayer
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kaela donos
Thanks
I may put the end of the poll til a week after you done that, instead of last day of November
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kaela_donos
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# Posted: 26 Nov 2008 01:19
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I am going either tomorrow or Fri!
also Star Trek the Experiences looks like it may reopen at Neonopolis (which is a perfect fit!)
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kaela_donos
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# Posted: 17 Dec 2008 04:14
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A few more things
Gallo's Pizza Kitchen
Family Karaoke & Guitar Hero Every Saturday Night
9:00 pm - 12:00 am
(http://www.usmenuguide.com/gallospizzakitchen.htm l)
Lucky Strike Lanes
Fancy bowling
(http://www.bowlluckystrike.com/)
the forums shops, and oldy but a goodie, a few FREE shows
(http://govegas.about.com/od/shoppingreviews/a/sho pforum.htm)
roller coaster and arcade at New York New York
(http://www.nynyhotelcasino.com/entertainment/ente rtainment_therollercoaster.aspx)
+ good food court
roller coaster and arcade at the Sahara
(http://www.lasvegasdirect.com/hotels/sahara.html)
and i lost my camera  i am still gong to take photos though!
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kaela_donos
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# Posted: 17 Dec 2008 04:39
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For our last day or first day?
Game works
if we book as a “party”
Packages start at only $14.99 per person
Party includes:
* Fresh Baked Pizza (cheese or pepperoni)
* Unlimited Fountain Soft Drinks
* One Hour Unlimited Video Game Play Card
* Vanilla or Chocolate Cake
but I think you could be like, sandwich please! i dont know, i should call
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demonslayer
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# Posted: 3 Jan 2009 20:40
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Sadly, there weren’t enough votes to come to a decision on what hotel to choose.
I'm hopeing to book my holiday in the next few weeks, and just hope that people that do turn up are near by.
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harmony
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# Posted: 9 Jan 2009 07:21
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Which hotel you going to book into? I looked but really the only thing I care about that it isn't too expensive.
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jd
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# Posted: 10 Jan 2009 05:10
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I'm in the same boat as Harm on this one. As long as it's relatively cheap, has a bed, and isn't on fire, I'm good to go.
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jd
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# Posted: 10 Jan 2009 05:51
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Here are the rates for the various hotels, if anyone's interested. The rate at Bill's is kind of a guestimate, as they don't do reservations that far in advance. This is also assuming that we don't get a group rate or anything.
Hooters Casino Hotel $534
The Orleans Hotel $455
Wyndhams Grand Desert Resort $833
Bill's Gamblin' Hall & Saloon $427(ish)
Imperial Palace Hotel $425
Checking the reviews, Hooters is kinda run down and dirty, and mainly targeted toward young 20-something singles. Seriously, what'd you expect? It's Hooters. The Orleans Hotel got pretty good reviews all around, the only complaints being that the hotel's looking a little worn recently. The Wyndhams Grand Desert Resort got awesome reviews, the only real complaint being that it's a long walk to the strip. Well, that and it costs nearly twice as much as the others. Bill's Gamblin' Hall & Saloon also got excellent reviews, the primary complains being that the drains in the showers and such are a little slow (seriously, this has shown up on like three different sites) and they're kinda stingy with shampoo. Mixed reviews on the Imperial Palace Hotel, alternating from multiple people complaining about theft and filth, to people giving it four stars.
So...uh..unless anyone else has any input, how does either The Orleans Hotel or Bill's sound?
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harmony
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# Posted: 10 Jan 2009 07:23
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I like the sound of both of them, it just depends on how close to the strip people want to be.
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jd
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# Posted: 10 Jan 2009 07:29
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True, Bill's is actually on the strip, and the Orleans is about 7 miles off.
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demonslayer
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# Posted: 14 Jan 2009 10:47 · Edited by: demonslayer
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Not sure yet.
Looking through hotels.co.uk at 3star hotels, and its a toss up between:
Excalibur Hotel Casino at average of £55/$80/119AUD a night, at the south end of the strip.
Excalibur Hotel Casino
Sahara Las Vegas Hotel and Casino at average £37/$54/80AUD a night, but it's at the north end of the strip
[url=http://www.hotels.co.uk/pageDetails.do?viewTa b=photos&destinationId=7E2ED1CF-2BE5-437F-95F4-4E2 E2EA606F7&hotelId=129410&arrivalDate=29/06/2009&de partureDate=05/07/2009&numberOfRooms=1&adultsPerRo om=2&childrenPerRoom=0]Sahara Las Vegas Hotel and Casino[/url]
Stratosphere Tower - Casino & Resort Hotel at average £27/$40/58.5AUD a night, also at north end of strip
Stratosphere Tower - Casino & Resort Hotel
The reason i'm looking at these is due to credit crunch, bad investment returns, and the weak pound to the dollar.
I presume this is per room, so cost can be cut if I share with someone.
Unless someone can find a better deal, i'm going to have to go with one of these three
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jd
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# Posted: 14 Jan 2009 15:15 · Edited by: jd
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I'd go with the Stratosphere, personally. Decent reviews and super cheap rates. That, and apparently there's a shuttle to the strip that runs pretty often, so the location isn't that big of a deal. I can relate to trying to get the biggest bang for your buck, I'm going to this off of a student's income. *l*
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lzrman
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# Posted: 27 Jan 2009 05:44 · Edited by: lzrman
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Any details on activities by day planned out yet?
Has a photograph been composed for the members that attend to sign?
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jd
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# Posted: 28 Jan 2009 01:36
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Vaguely on the first and no on the second.
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lzrman
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# Posted: 28 Jan 2009 08:07
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I think there should be a photograph to sign just like the one in 99, just a thought.
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lzrman
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# Posted: 28 Jan 2009 08:29 · Edited by: lzrman
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Talking to Demon Slayer about Activities that we should do and we came up with some stuff:
1) Day 2: Hoover Dam - The dam is located 30 miles southeast of Las Vegas on US Highway 93 at the Nevada-Arizona border.
- Depending on the amount of people attending, we would have to consider options of transportation, Kaela's car holds another 3 people. We could also rent a Van ( $390 for a 7 seater with hertz ) DS was saying for 200 a week, which would hold 7. Also talked about who would drive =P just incase DS Sprained an ankle or something.
Costs:
Powerplant Tour - Adults (Ages 17-61) $11.00
Hoover Dam Tour - Adults, Seniors, Juniors, U.S. Military & Dependents $30.00
- Major credit cards and cash are accepted.
2) The Grand Canyon - The Grand Canyon is located about 250 miles from Las Vegas. Taking highway 93 south from Las Vegas to Interstate 40 east to highway 64. The trip takes about 4 1/2 hours and takes you right over Hoover Dam.
- Quite a distance, would have to talk about this one more.
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demonslayer
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# Posted: 28 Jan 2009 08:35
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If anyone would like to design an A4 picture for the 10th anniversary union, please send your designs to Demon_Slayer@hotmail.com Subject: Union
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demonslayer
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# Posted: 28 Jan 2009 09:21
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I should hopefully be booking my hotel and flights this weekend
I'm hopeing due to the ecenomic downturn that i can get a good deal from travel agent when i pitch them against the internet.
So far my two weeks in USA (Flights and Accomedation, minus transportation) is around £1000($1400)
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jd
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# Posted: 28 Jan 2009 16:16
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Not too bad. Have you decided which hotel?
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demonslayer
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# Posted: 28 Jan 2009 17:53
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Imperial Palace, but that is if its on there list for a package holiday
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jd
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# Posted: 28 Jan 2009 18:27
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I'm thinking about going with the Stratosphere Tower, looks like hotel fees for a week is less than $300 due to some sale they're having. I still need to call and see if that'd apply for the dates we needs though, as it's too far in advance to use their site search.
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