2005 Vegas Bash

[Kyleighp 3]

Any Takers? Are we still having this?

[Penni60 45]

OH yeah this is still on. Just waiting for more to respond.

Any Takers? Are we still having this?

[princess_n_thep 2]

Did someone actually want me to look? No one asked me to look, I had just taken it upon myself to grab a few better rates. I didn't hold anything or make any plans. I put it out there but no one really wanted to say much about it so I figured I would just back off a bit. I just thought the Excalibur wasn't as good of a "deal" as some of the others. And I figured that people can put that extra $40 they save on hotel right into the slots! ha ha

Wasn't everyone psyched to be at Excalibur? (although I don't like that hotel because it isn't a good walk from/to the strip, even though it is "on" the strip, but FAR to one end of it). My personal opinion is that MID strip would be best and one of the older strip hotels like the Sahara or the Riviera (which aren't as "themed" but are still clean and nice) but they have all done this before so I figured they wanted to plan and execute it?

Who is heading this project up? DeLarla? Penni? Whoever is doing it should try and get some group rates going. Vegas hotels are BIG on providing wonderful group rates!

[Penni60 45]

Lisa and I worked on it last year but the hotels I spoke to wouldn't give a very good rate. You actually could get a cheaper rate going to the websites. But if you wanna start looking at hotels be my guest. I am bunking with lisa this time so it doesn't affect me where everyone stays.

Did someone actually want me to look? No one asked me to look, I had just taken it upon myself to grab a few better rates. I didn't hold anything or make any plans. I put it out there but no one really wanted to say much about it so I figured I would just back off a bit. I just thought the Excalibur wasn't as good of a "deal" as some of the others. And I figured that people can put that extra $40 they save on hotel right into the slots! ha ha

Wasn't everyone psyched to be at Excalibur? (although I don't like that hotel because it isn't a good walk from/to the strip, even though it is "on" the strip, but FAR to one end of it). My personal opinion is that MID strip would be best and one of the older strip hotels like the Sahara or the Riviera (which aren't as "themed" but are still clean and nice) but they have all done this before so I figured they wanted to plan and execute it?

Who is heading this project up? DeLarla? Penni? Whoever is doing it should try and get some group rates going. Vegas hotels are BIG on providing wonderful group rates!

[Penni60 45]

Hey Jenna: Why not take a stab at the hotels and see what you can find then post the info.

I for one and so ready for a vacation to anywhere and looking forward to the Vegas Bash.

[vinesqueen 2]

I am still planning to come. I have been checking out a couple of the travel sites and am trying to figure out a deal.

[princess_n_thep 2]

I posted it awhile back but I found that:

Riviera: $92 a night (my second choice)

Imperial Palace: $98 a night (third choice)

Circus Circus: $85 a night (but this isn't one I recommend, I think it is old and in need of repairs)

Sahara: (my personal favorite) $89 a night

Stratosphere: $104 a night (fourth choice only because it is far at one end again)

That is just what I had found. Sure beats $140 a night at Excalibur but some really like the "new" hotels on the strip. I just personally think Excalibur is at the end and not walk friendly. And if someone wants to get an approximate "room count" I can check into the group rates if you want. They could get even more inexpensive. Who is the official "coordinator"?????

Jenna

[Penni60 45]

Jenna: I don't think there is an "official coordinator". I tried my hand at it last year with Lisa's help. I think we did OK. But I don't want to take it on this year.

I elect Jenna as the coordinator. All in favor?

[princess_n_thep 2]

LMAO whoaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa nellie!

I guess if no one else wants the job I will take it but you need to really get the info down for me on how many rooms. I will make the calls and create a group booking. The booking would allow each person to call for themselves and book their room. Although, I would need for everyone to get an accurate (approximate) room count. Those that are sharing, those that want their own, etc. In the sharing instance it will be MUCH better if ONE person pays the nights and the other person reimburses them.

Okay, so here is what I need.... I need for you to start adding.

Take the count and add to it, don't just post "i will be there".

Penni, you want to take the reigns on getting a head count and then I will call and start buzzing in the group discount bugs ear!

Jenna

[I'llsucceed 1]

Jenna

I want to officially be counted in.

# 1 in for vegas bash please.

I do wish to share a room with- whom ever doesn't matter.. If someone wants to share please PM me so we can set it up. Just need to know when the particulars come in so I can book it;0)

Thanks for taking the reigns.

Christina

[DeLarla 22]

I can't keep my mouth shut any more so I'm gonna start with a mini hi-jack... JENNA IS A BABE! Now back to business.

Last year I took on too much and got really stressed out. So anyone wanting to volunteer for different projects would be greatly appreciated. I organized 9000 items of clothes (till wild women tore through it like fresh kill!) Shopping, cleaning, cooking, airport/hotel shuttle-girl, filtering calls, finding last minute rooms, giving directions, introductions, internet research, doors knocking, photo albums, new friends, white elephants, rumors that my hubby was doing my neighbor and that I was bisexual.... Arrgghhh! I finally grabbed a bucket of Carol's margueritas and jumped in the pool with my clothes on (don't listen to rumors about my underwear cuz I did JUMP IN dressed.)

Anyone that didn't come last year, prep for a blast! No worries, no huge suitcases, no fancy clothes (unless they're for the exchange.) It's going to be hot in September and Vegas for the most part has gone completely casual unless you plan to go clubbing. Slacks or skirt, nice blouse & cha-cha heels are fine.

Are we doing a white elephant exchange? I like the idea.

We WILL play the name game!

Any other games?

Any other ideas so things run smoother (last year half the people were in the pool during the clothing exchange & white elephant deal)

Are we having awards?

How about our own version of LBT SURVIVOR game? Oh, this could be fun!

I'll do the cooking. For those that want to bring food or cook, I'll take us to the grocery store. I'll make reservations and plan the meal at Buca for Friday night. But can we have volunteers for:

-Hotel room information/reservation, etc.

-Clothing Exchange Coordinator/Organizer

-Front Door Greeter/Phone Answerer (my cell & home lines were ringing like mad)

-Party Planner (for the party at my house to coordinate awards ceremony, clothing exchange, white elephant exchange, name game, coordination of when we throw Penni in the pool, etc.)

-Anyone driving that could pick others up from the airport? (5 minutes from my house.)

Did I miss anything?

[Jonathan 5]

I do wish to share a room with- whom ever doesn't matter..

Anyone?

[donali 57]

rumors that my hubby was doing my neighbor and that I was bisexual.... Arrgghhh!

ROTFLMAO!!

Don't miss the LV bash if you can help it!! It was great last year - even though I was one of the problem children (I'm blaming it on my SO - it's his fault we were so late to the BBQ, I swear!).

Buca was also a great place to start the festivities. Yum - Lisa, you ordered just right.

I've been out of touch with this thread, so maybe someone should bump the dates for this event?

[Penni60 45]

WHAT????????

Only if DeLarla is next to be thrown in the pool. Loads of fun.

coordination of when we throw Penni in the pool, etc

Did I miss anything?

The dates are September 9, 10, 11 (Friday, Saturday, Sunday)

[DeLarla 22]

We don't want a totally formally organized event, but last year a bunch of people were late for dinner. This year I'll make reservations for 6:00 p.m. Friday night (last year was 5:00.) Would that help? And festivities at my shack begin Saturday - whenever Penni and Megan get their butts out of bed.