I'm Booked

[JediSkipdogg]

Well, confirmation #2 is in (BrionH was #1). I am officially booked for Vegas.

I will be flying from Dayton, Ohio to Las Vegas, Nevada via Midwest Airlines.

I will be leaving Dayton at 2:30 pm on Sunday and arriving in Las Vegas at 5:40 pm via a stop in Milwaukee. I will be arriving just in time to meet everyone for dinner if they want to.

I will then be leaving Las Vegas at 11:59 pm on Thursday night and arriving back home in Dayton at 9:45 am on Friday morning again via changover in Milwaukee.

With my flight I also obtained "Your FREE LAUGHLIN DAY TRIP via fully equipped motor coach includes round-trip motor coach. Tour operates Monday through Friday. 11 hours round trip. Your FREE STATELINE DAY TRIP via fully equipped motor coach includes a FREE buffet and Chocolate Factory tour. Tour operates WEDNESDAY'S ONLY. 7 am - 4 pm round trip. Both tours include FREE hotel pick-up and return and round-trip motor coach tour."

It would be interesting to do both of those with some others if they are willing to attend. I'll have to contact them closer to the date to make reservations for both.

I just thought I'd pass this info on and hope others make reservations and post about them as well. Let's make this a huge gathering.

[jen_slc]

Ok, Brian and Kevin, it's official, I will be joining you! Woohooo!

Although I am not booked yet, the decision has finally been made. I was having trouble coordinating my dad & stepmom's visit to the States with my sister and me, and this Las Vegas gathering. And after weeks and weeks of discussion, I've been able to convince all parties involved that a trip to Las Vegas is called for!

It's looking like I'll be in Vegas from late Sunday afternoon until Tuesday or Wednesday... not sure yet on the departure date. I will be driving down. I will have my bf, dad, stepmom, sister and BIL with me and will likely spend most of my time with them, but I still want to spend some time with you guys, whether it's dinner, gambling, lounging by the pool, mini-golf, wandering the strip, whatever!

Will keep you updated on exact dates and hotel/whereabouts when that gets sorted out. Woohoo, I'm excited! :thumbsup:

[Cyborg]

I'm jealous... I'd love play a round or two of golf with you guys. Too bad I can't go. I even had to call off NAB this year! :(

[JediSkipdogg]

I will have my bf

Ummm, not allowed. No teasing us single men with your good looks and having a boyfriend around. :T

I even had to call off NAB this year! :(

How come? Because of the baby?

[Cyborg]

Unfortunately, yes... But I wouldn't trade the new one for anything. Next year will be different.

[sydneya]

Unfortunately, yes... But I wouldn't trade the new one for anything. Next year will be different.

Glad to see you have your priority in order, Cyborg. That baby is way #1. I, too, wish I was there and won't be but someday........

[BriOnH]

Ok, Brian and Kevin, it's official, I will be joining you! Woohooo!



Right on Jen!!

Get booked everyone!!! It's getting very close!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[jen_slc]

Ok, would like some help if anyone can offer any suggestions....

I'm having trouble searching for suite-type rooms, e.g. one place with 3 bedrooms, living area, etc. Every website I've tried so far just lets you search for 4 people max in regular rooms. Brian, didn't you get a suite or something like that? How did you find it, did you just search individual hotels?

If nothing else, I'll just have to go ahead booking 3 regular rooms side by side. :tongue:

[Keezheekoni]

Instead of going to the websites of Orbitz and Travelocity, try going to the site of the hotel you want to stay at. Sometimes it's easier to search that way.

Otherwise, call up the hotel and ask the reservations staff. Suites are typically way more expensive than getting 3 separate rooms though... Suites will usually come with lots of extra amenities, which makes you think you're getting a great deal, but typically not so much unless you are a proven high-roller.

Because of our possible move, we may not be going afterall. :(

[Stumpkins]

Ok, would like some help if anyone can offer any suggestions....

I'm having trouble searching for suite-type rooms, e.g. one place with 3 bedrooms, living area, etc. Every website I've tried so far just lets you search for 4 people max in regular rooms. Brian, didn't you get a suite or something like that? How did you find it, did you just search individual hotels?

If nothing else, I'll just have to go ahead booking 3 regular rooms side by side. :tongue:

Hi -- although I am not going, I stayed in THE HOTEL at Mandalay Bay -- nice suites, living room area, bedroo, very large bathroom...

[JediSkipdogg]

Jen....try searching hotels. I can even assist you if you send me a PM with how many people, how many beds you need (because I don't want to assume bed sharing), and how much you are willing to spend per night. Some hotels have couches yet they don't consider those as a sleeping area unless it's a fold out couch.

For example, I'm staying at the Orleans and they have rooms with 2 queen beds and a couch, yet they say 4 people max in that room. I know it could handle 5 if someone doesn't mind a couch.

[camjen1]

I just checked the Orleans and if I entered the info correct it said suites weren't available for them specific dates. Maybe it's one of those deals where you can only book by talking directly to the hotel.

[camjen1]

Gosh I know I'm going to get chewed out for this but unfortunately I will not be attending the meet n greet either. I thought I'd be financially ready to go by then but it just isn't going to happen. I'm really disappointed!!

I was really looking forward to getting to see you all but it has been a rough year thus far. I hope everyone who is going will understand. I'll be looking to hitch a ride on the next meet n greet train whenever that happens.

[jen_slc]

D'oh! A quick check of the suites and their prices has shaken me back into reality. I'm thinking no on those, LOL! You guys are right, cheaper to go with separate rooms. And then we get our own bathrooms!

You know, all I need is a bed, I'm totally fine with a Travelodge. :D

[BriOnH]

Ok, would like some help if anyone can offer any suggestions....

I'm having trouble searching for suite-type rooms, e.g. one place with 3 bedrooms, living area, etc. Every website I've tried so far just lets you search for 4 people max in regular rooms. Brian, didn't you get a suite or something like that? How did you find it, did you just search individual hotels?

If nothing else, I'll just have to go ahead booking 3 regular rooms side by side. :tongue:

I got my room a while ago.... prices were pretty decent for an 775sqft suite, but it only has one king size bed. I believe i got it at 300/night, normally 600. If anyone needs a place to crash they are welcome to there. There is plenty of room.

Sandi, I am sorry to read you aren't going :(. This trip set me back A LOT too. Ef it though, this is the highlight of my year. I hope Tony is still in!!

[JediSkipdogg]

Sandi, I am sorry to read you aren't going :(. This trip set me back A LOT too. Ef it though, this is the highlight of my year. I hope Tony is still in!!

Tony better still be in. At the way weather is going this year it's going to snow in his area during the trip anyways leading him to have no yard mowing business.

Right now it sounds like we have you (Brian), Jen partially (when she's not with her family), Dewey (at least my understanding she will be there with or without family), and myself. I'd like to know of more confirmed. Even if the group is small, it will still be a blast and a success. It's not the numbers that show up, it's the enjoyment that group has.

[BriOnH]

Amen to that kev!

[Tony]

I hope Tony is still in!!

Tony better still be in. At the way weather is going this year it's going to snow in his area during the trip anyways leading him to have no yard mowing business.


Awe boy..... I'm going to be brutally honest with you guys. I don't want to disappoint anyone but, with the way things are going right now I really don't think I'm going to make the trip. I will have to wait and see.

[BriOnH]

Awe boy..... I'm going to be brutally honest with you guys. I don't want to disappoint anyone but, with the way things are going right now I really don't think I'm going to make the trip. I will have to wait and see.

I hope you can find a way to make it Tony! It just won't be the same without you there. If you can't make it though don't stress. I know how it goes. It will be disappointing not to have you there, but you gotta do what ya gotta do. I hope others are still going.

[Carwy]

Should I stay (home) or should I go (to vegas)??

[JediSkipdogg]

Should I stay (home) or should I go (to vegas)??

If Dewey lets you out of the house then sure. Just remember the SPF 75...that's what I'll be using. LOL

[Dewey]

LOL....Well, I procrastinated for what felt like Forever, but we are officially booked. :D

[Keezheekoni]

Where is everyone staying? If we are able to go, we'd like to be in a hotel with some other DFers. :)

[Dewey]

I sent a couple of pms with details. :) I think Jen is staying at the same place we are.

[KickStart101]

That's just Great To Hear Dew. :D You must
be SO excited(and Carwy for sure. :love: ).
Now if you could fit Tony in your suitcase...
without him knowing...then things will be all set.

When you meet up with Kevin, mess up his hair
for me please :D...and swipe Brian's shades. ;)

I'm Very Happy for Ya's and I hope you's ALL
have a "BLAST"!!!
We want Lots of Pics. Safe Trip.

[JediSkipdogg]

Why mess up my hair? By then I should be due for a new haircut so I won't have much hair then to mess up.

51 days and counting

[KickStart101]

Why mess up my hair? By then I should be due for a new haircut so I won't have much hair then to mess up.
51 days and counting


'Cause I would do it if I was there. :D

No, No,...leeaaaavvvve it. Maybe Dew
will bring(oh no she can't)...okay maybe Dew
will purchase a pair of scissors and "style" your
hair for you while she's there...for FREE!! ;) ;)

I can't believe it's so close. Finally you Guys have
got it together. Good Job!.

[JediSkipdogg]

I can't believe it's so close. Finally you Guys have got it together. Good Job!.

It's a small group but it's a start. I'm hoping to plan one next year either in the New York area or down south in Florida. That way I can hit different parts of the country so that everyone is included and at least has some chance of making one trip.

There will be lots of photos hopefully and maybe some of me and Brian playing golf with hopefully me kicking his butt. LOL

[sydneya]

[QUOTE=JediSkipdogg;219766] I'm hoping to plan one next year either in the New York area or down south in Florida. That way I can hit different parts of the country so that everyone is included and at least has some chance of making one trip.

It sounds like a plan, but what about the Pacific Northwest.

[JediSkipdogg]

It sounds like a plan, but what about the Pacific Northwest.

We'll get there. SInce this year is in Vegas near the West coast (kinda near) I figured next year should be on the East side. I'm just trying to get a variety of locations so everyone can have some fun, share some knowledge, and best of all....meet me :D Ok, now the comments can come in, lol.

[camjen1]

That way I can hit different parts of the country so that everyone is included

LOL!! This sounds as if your on tour and the East coast is next in line. **** if I had known you were so big I would have never dropped outta Vegas. :T

[JediSkipdogg]

LOL!! This sounds as if your on tour and the East coast is next in line. **** if I had known you were so big I would have never dropped outta Vegas. :T

I jsut want as many people as possible to feel included. If I could personally visit everyone on here just to shake their hand I would.

[jen_slc]

LOL....Well, I procrastinated for what felt like Forever, but we are officially booked. :DMe too, just booked yesterday finally, woo hoo! It took forever to figure out what to go for and what price with everyone involved in my party, ugh.

Where is everyone staying? If we are able to go, we'd like to be in a hotel with some other DFers.
I sent a couple of pms with details. I think Jen is staying at the same place we are.PMed you guys too.