I highly recommend using Groupon to score an amazing deal at the Burger Brasserie in Paris Las Vegas on your next trip. Its a ridiculously cheap yet amazing meal.
Bally's and Paris are connected by a simple indoor walkway, comprised of a few shops, including the Burger Brasserie. Its a bar/burger restaurant that we would walk past every day during each stay, but I had never had the opportunity to eat there. I usually don't crave burgers when I'm in Vegas (I crave seafood). However, I noticed a Groupon for Burger Brasserie one morning while checking emails, and after a morning of blackjack at a Bally's table, we decided to buy and use the Groupon right then and there.
Showing posts with label Las Vegas. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Las Vegas. Show all posts
Tuesday, January 21, 2014
Monday, December 16, 2013
2014 preview--- fall trip completed!
We just came back from our trip to Las Vegas.
I have so much in store for my readers for 2014--- here is a sampling of what I experienced and will be sharing in the next few months:
I have so much in store for my readers for 2014--- here is a sampling of what I experienced and will be sharing in the next few months:
- The Wynn-- players club, Ferrari showroom/museum
- Bellagio- all decked out for Christmas!
- New Slots
- Amenities at Bally's
- The Shark Reef at Mandalay Bay revisited
- Groupon in Las Vegas
- On the Cheap - things to do and eats
- Blackjack Craps and Slots
- Shopping at Caesars Forum Shops
- Construction
- Weather issues while on Vacation
- Buffets
- Eiffel Tower Restaurant in Paris
- Mon Ami Gabi in Paris
- Nosh at Bally's
- keno-- its not for old people
- myVegas Rewards Experience
Wednesday, October 30, 2013
FINALLY ! Next Vacation Booked!
Yes, finally! I have achieved remission of my cancer--- so we can't wait to get to Vegas!
We have booked our trip in December, which means I will be busy posting about places I want to go, and then getting much more info for the blog on places we did go!!
In the meantime, I had to head to my local Total Rewards casino this week, just to make sure my points don't expire. I am happy to report a new version of the Monopoly games. I didn't get a bonus or win, but its called PRIME REAL ESTATE.
We have booked our trip in December, which means I will be busy posting about places I want to go, and then getting much more info for the blog on places we did go!!
In the meantime, I had to head to my local Total Rewards casino this week, just to make sure my points don't expire. I am happy to report a new version of the Monopoly games. I didn't get a bonus or win, but its called PRIME REAL ESTATE.
Monday, September 2, 2013
Top Gun Slot Machine Bonus #newslot #vegas
I saw this on YouTube this morning and can't wait to play it!
Its the Top Gun Slot Machine. The bonus game (as seen in the video below) looks like it could make you dizzy if you are drinking, but nonetheless it is exciting and feels like a video game more than anything else. I got excited just watching this! Has anyone else played this game? How did you do, what did you think of it?
Its the Top Gun Slot Machine. The bonus game (as seen in the video below) looks like it could make you dizzy if you are drinking, but nonetheless it is exciting and feels like a video game more than anything else. I got excited just watching this! Has anyone else played this game? How did you do, what did you think of it?
Thursday, January 19, 2012
To Buffet or Not to Buffet, That is the Question
Before ever traveling to Vegas, I had watched National Lampoon's Vegas Vacation. The buffet scene was all too much for me, I was grossed out. I was under the impression that you could get a buffet for $2.99 and it was all kraptacular food, and not worth it. I was wrong.
Las Vegas today is different. The resorts and casinos pride themselves on great service, cleanliness, and quality. Our first trip included a breakfast at the Le Village Buffet in Paris. At about $15/person, its not cheap by any means for a breakfast. It is, however, delicious and well worth it if you are in the mood to stuff your face silly. Okay, that might be harsh, how about: Its well worth it if you want a good, fresh, custom made omelet, crepes, or your choice of 3-5 different sausages (yes, 3-5 different sausages each day!). I fell in love with the buffet and even treated my sister and her bachelorette party for breakfast there one day.
Le Village Buffet is hands down my favorite slow breakfast in Vegas. I take my time. I savor every bite. I get an apple or cherry crepe, which is made right in front of you, where your mouth starts watering as you are in awe by their skills. I think about my possible toppings: powdered sugar, pudding, whipped cream, syrup, or just Au natural. I wait in line for the omelet stand. I get a bowl of fruit. Oh yes, and don't forget the smoked salmon and capers! This buffet is quite large, but easy to navigate. If you miss the hash browns or bacon near the waffles, they will probably also be found by the eggs Benedicts. This meal lasts about an hour. I enjoy it. Fully.
Most of the items at the buffets are easily found in all the restaurants in that casino, its just a matter if you and your traveling partners want the same thing or how hungry you are. I suggest you don't miss the Le Village Buffet, but wait until the day you leave Vegas to splurge and pig out. This way, you will be satisfied, full, and you won't starve if you are at the airport waiting for a weather delay to pass (which will happen if you are hungover). If you fall asleep on the plane from carb comatose, no biggie.
Every resort/casino has a buffet. The Total Rewards casinos have a special called "Buffet of Buffets." Essentially, it costs $45 for a 24 hour pass to a slew of different buffets. You can eat as much as you want, go to each buffet as many times as you want, and just go crazy. The buffets included in the Buffet of Buffets are: Spice Market Buffet (in Planet Hollywood), Paradise Garden Buffet (in Flamingo), Carnival World Buffet (in The Rio), Flavors Buffet (in Harrah's), and of course Le Village Buffet, in Paris. For an additional $15, you can also add the Seafood Buffet at The Rio, which my boyfriend has told me wondrous things about. If you love Crab Legs and all things fine seafood, its one to hit. This 24 hour pass is a good deal if you plan on going to most of these places during that time. Its easy to spend $45 on just dinner for one at one fine dining establishment in Las Vegas, so it can be a money saver for the penny pincher...or the hearty eater!
Las Vegas today is different. The resorts and casinos pride themselves on great service, cleanliness, and quality. Our first trip included a breakfast at the Le Village Buffet in Paris. At about $15/person, its not cheap by any means for a breakfast. It is, however, delicious and well worth it if you are in the mood to stuff your face silly. Okay, that might be harsh, how about: Its well worth it if you want a good, fresh, custom made omelet, crepes, or your choice of 3-5 different sausages (yes, 3-5 different sausages each day!). I fell in love with the buffet and even treated my sister and her bachelorette party for breakfast there one day.
Le Village Buffet is hands down my favorite slow breakfast in Vegas. I take my time. I savor every bite. I get an apple or cherry crepe, which is made right in front of you, where your mouth starts watering as you are in awe by their skills. I think about my possible toppings: powdered sugar, pudding, whipped cream, syrup, or just Au natural. I wait in line for the omelet stand. I get a bowl of fruit. Oh yes, and don't forget the smoked salmon and capers! This buffet is quite large, but easy to navigate. If you miss the hash browns or bacon near the waffles, they will probably also be found by the eggs Benedicts. This meal lasts about an hour. I enjoy it. Fully.
Most of the items at the buffets are easily found in all the restaurants in that casino, its just a matter if you and your traveling partners want the same thing or how hungry you are. I suggest you don't miss the Le Village Buffet, but wait until the day you leave Vegas to splurge and pig out. This way, you will be satisfied, full, and you won't starve if you are at the airport waiting for a weather delay to pass (which will happen if you are hungover). If you fall asleep on the plane from carb comatose, no biggie.
Every resort/casino has a buffet. The Total Rewards casinos have a special called "Buffet of Buffets." Essentially, it costs $45 for a 24 hour pass to a slew of different buffets. You can eat as much as you want, go to each buffet as many times as you want, and just go crazy. The buffets included in the Buffet of Buffets are: Spice Market Buffet (in Planet Hollywood), Paradise Garden Buffet (in Flamingo), Carnival World Buffet (in The Rio), Flavors Buffet (in Harrah's), and of course Le Village Buffet, in Paris. For an additional $15, you can also add the Seafood Buffet at The Rio, which my boyfriend has told me wondrous things about. If you love Crab Legs and all things fine seafood, its one to hit. This 24 hour pass is a good deal if you plan on going to most of these places during that time. Its easy to spend $45 on just dinner for one at one fine dining establishment in Las Vegas, so it can be a money saver for the penny pincher...or the hearty eater!
Tuesday, January 17, 2012
Total Rewards Readies for Year of the Dragon
Total Rewards is the players club for Caesars Entertainment. It includes: Caesars Palace, Bally's, Paris, Planet Hollywood, Rio, Bill's, Harrah's, and the Flamingo (possibly more). Their blog, The Pulse of Vegas, has an article about a special Total Rewards Card coming out to mark the Year of the Dragon, which can be read here:
Total Rewards Readies for Year of the Dragon
Total Rewards is a wonderful program---their website is interactive and easy to navigate. I make all my reservations through this site, because we get such great offers. One card works at all the above casinos, and the points gather and accumulate so easy, especially with all these great places located very close to each other on the Strip. You can also easily gain points with regular online shopping you do at home. Just click on the "Marketplace" link on the total rewards site, and they will track how much $$ you spend at the participating online retailers (like jcp.com, clinique.com, oldnavy.com, and petsmart.com). You get rewards points for every dollar you spend! Because I do a lot of shopping online at Christmas time, I have gained 300 points without leaving my house this winter! I feel confident that will get me a few free nights at Ballys on our next stay, which is AWESOME!
I was born in the Year of the Dragon, so I am super excited and want one! Do you think they will save one for me?
Total Rewards Readies for Year of the Dragon
Total Rewards is a wonderful program---their website is interactive and easy to navigate. I make all my reservations through this site, because we get such great offers. One card works at all the above casinos, and the points gather and accumulate so easy, especially with all these great places located very close to each other on the Strip. You can also easily gain points with regular online shopping you do at home. Just click on the "Marketplace" link on the total rewards site, and they will track how much $$ you spend at the participating online retailers (like jcp.com, clinique.com, oldnavy.com, and petsmart.com). You get rewards points for every dollar you spend! Because I do a lot of shopping online at Christmas time, I have gained 300 points without leaving my house this winter! I feel confident that will get me a few free nights at Ballys on our next stay, which is AWESOME!
I was born in the Year of the Dragon, so I am super excited and want one! Do you think they will save one for me?
Monday, January 16, 2012
DO: See JAMM at Bally's Las Vegas
JAMM is a band that appeals to the masses. No matter what your age, background, ethnicity, or music preference is, they have a set list that rivals that of a wedding band. Expect a mix of everything from the 50s to today. I enjoy them because they are upbeat and act completely professional. You can tell this group has been around for awhile, by the spot on performances and how they easily transition from an upbeat modern song to a slow, relaxing cool 70s ballad. Their female vocalist can belt out a wide range, and isn't scared to show it off, either. I have seen this band play a lot of Chicago, Earth, Wind & Fire, Michael Jackson, Beyonce, and even Frank Sinatra. Here is a youtube video of JAMM with their frontman, Jonathan Potenciano, singing Frank Sinantra's The Way You Tonight.
HINT: JAMM is a band that has a facebook fan page. Check out Bally's or JAMM's page on Facebook the week you are in Vegas to see when/where they are performing. Then, go to Bally's and grab a late night snack at the Tequilla Bar (open til 6 am!) for $10 and enjoy the show!
Tuesday, January 3, 2012
The Best Days of the Week
I know most of us have either little vacation time, no vacation time, or don't want to use vacation time if we don't have to. Granted, it would be nice to leave after work on Friday, party it up all Saturday and come home on a Sunday evening to make it back to work by Monday...with no time lost. In reality, though, I have found that going on a weekend is crazy busy. For those that like the crammed feeling of sardines in a can, thats fine and the perfect time for you to go. On the other hand, I like being able to get a seat at a table or play a specific slot game. Going during the week can make this possible. The other benefit to going during the week are prices. Some places, like clubs, restaurants and even spas offer reduced prices during the week.
Personally, my ideal timeframe for our Vegas trips are leaving on a Monday or Tuesday (so we arrive around 10 am...and I will talk about that in another post!) and getting home on Thursday afternoon. I love the slowness of arriving on midmorning Monday...being able to check in, relax for a bit, go down to the main floor and peruse the tables and games, and grab a leasurely bite to eat...all without feeling like I am packed in a shopping mall the week before Christmas. Yes, its slower. Yes...Its SLOWER! I feel like I have Vegas to myself! I can walk around...I can play any game... there are people there, and its still busy, but we don't have to wait for a table if we decide to eat before a show. We aren't waiting an hour for a taxi (and that did happen to us before on a weekend). The airport isn't as crowded. The pool isn't so busy. The downside? Well, its not crazy stupid during the week like you see in the movies (The Hangover). Most shows are dark (closed) on one weekday, usually its Monday or Tuesday. It may be easier to get into a dance club (if you want to go). The drink ladies don't come around as often during weekdays (but I have a solution to that in a later post). Other than that, I prefer and always want to go during the week. I feel you still do get that "action packed" feeling of being in Vegas at night, with the benefits of taking your time during the day.
If you are a glutton for punishment, though...by all means, fly in on a Friday!
Personally, my ideal timeframe for our Vegas trips are leaving on a Monday or Tuesday (so we arrive around 10 am...and I will talk about that in another post!) and getting home on Thursday afternoon. I love the slowness of arriving on midmorning Monday...being able to check in, relax for a bit, go down to the main floor and peruse the tables and games, and grab a leasurely bite to eat...all without feeling like I am packed in a shopping mall the week before Christmas. Yes, its slower. Yes...Its SLOWER! I feel like I have Vegas to myself! I can walk around...I can play any game... there are people there, and its still busy, but we don't have to wait for a table if we decide to eat before a show. We aren't waiting an hour for a taxi (and that did happen to us before on a weekend). The airport isn't as crowded. The pool isn't so busy. The downside? Well, its not crazy stupid during the week like you see in the movies (The Hangover). Most shows are dark (closed) on one weekday, usually its Monday or Tuesday. It may be easier to get into a dance club (if you want to go). The drink ladies don't come around as often during weekdays (but I have a solution to that in a later post). Other than that, I prefer and always want to go during the week. I feel you still do get that "action packed" feeling of being in Vegas at night, with the benefits of taking your time during the day.
If you are a glutton for punishment, though...by all means, fly in on a Friday!
Welcome!
Las Vegas is a place I never really cared to go to...until I went. My first trip to Vegas was with my boyfriend five years ago. We have since gone at least once a year, but this year I made three trips within a 12 month period. Please join me for some wonderful tips and tricks to make your trip worthwhile, moneysaving, and enjoyable. Now, we have our trips down pat. We have places we must go to eat, we always pick new restaurants to try, and we try to experience something new each trip. One thing I have learned: It is impossible [and not fun] to cram tons of stuff in a small amount of time. And, yes, it is possible to spend too much time in Vegas at once.
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