bobu

Updated the old thread

Hotel Promo Codes
http://www.mycheapvegas.com/
Tip #1: Most hotel reservations are 100% refundable as long as you refund 48-72 hours prior to arrival. Book the cheapest you can find and rebook if needed.
Tip #2: Some promos give you stuff like resort credits, dining credits, free buffets etc. Most of them require a 2 night min stay. If you are staying 4 nights or longer, you can max this out by booking 2 separate reservations under different names to get twice the bonus. You can combine reservations when you check in.

Hotwire (hotels unknown until you book but can usually be identified)
http://www.betterbidding.com/index.php?showforum=114
http://www.mycheapvegas.com/hotwire_hotel_identifier/

Priceline (you bid for hotels, and unknown until bid is accepted, can narrow down choices to zones)
http://www.betterbidding.com/index.php?showforum=115&
http://biddingfortravel.yuku.com/for...vada-Las-Vegas

Airfare
http://matrix.itasoftware.com/
http://www.kayak.com/
Additionally, there are a few discount airlines not on these comparison websites. Pls let me know if I'm missing something so I can add it.
http://www.allegiantair.com
http://www.southwest.com
http://www.spirit.com
http://www.jetblue.com
http://www.mycheapvegas.com/flight-hotel-packages/ - guide you should read before you book

$20 Trick - Free Hotel Upgrade
http://www.fatwallet.com/forums/trav...ussion/529706/
For those who don't know what this is, basically a bribe to get a free upgrade on your room. When you check in, you place a $20 between your id and credit card, or in your passport and casually ask them for an upgrade. If they can do it, they'll accept the money, if they can't, 99% of the time they will return your money. It's better to know what you want. The thread above gives more details and successes.

Discount Show Tickets
http://www.travelzoo.com/entertainment/las-vegas/
http://www.mycheapvegas.com/shows/
http://www.tix4tonight.com/

Car Rentals (I find Alamo to be cheapest 90% of the time)
http://www.carrentalsavers.com
http://www.fatwallet.com/forums/trav...ussion/790643/
http://www.costcotravel.com/Rental-Cars (Only for costco members)
http://www.mycheapvegas.com/car-rent...heapest-rates/ - guide you should read before you book
Tip: Most car rental companies do not charge you a deposit for reservations and have no cancellation fee. You can cancel and rebook if you find a cheaper rate in the future.

Coupons
http://www.vegas4locals.com/coupons.html
http://www.destinationcoupons.com/ne...as-coupons.asp

Restaurant.com Gift Certificates
http://www.retailmenot.com/view/restaurant.com - for promo codes
Notable Restaurants:
Strip Burger (Usually sells out within first 2 days of the month, and also no discounts)
Hash House a Go Go (Giant delicious-heart-attack-inducing portions)
Mix (The view is amazing)
BB King's Restaurant & Blues Club (For some nice live blues)

Clubs Info and Contacts
http://www.jackcolton.com/

Taxi Fares Rates and Estimated Fees
http://taxi.nv.gov/Rider_Info/Approx...e_Information/

Gambling Odds and Information
http://wizardofodds.com/

Poker
http://www.allvegaspoker.com

Maps
http://www.visitlasvegas.com/mapexplorer/

Convention Dates (Check your dates to avoid big conventions)
http://www.vegasmeansbusiness.com/pl...tion-calendar/

bobu

Gonna make a list of cheap eats too, was wondering if I could get some suggestions from people as well.

Earl's Of Sandwich at PH
Hash House a Go Go at IP
Stripburger at Fashion Outlet Mall
Food Court at Fashion Outlet Mall
Food Courts at a majority of hotels
Macdonald's by the Hawaiian Market Place
Macdonald's/Panda Express by Imperial Palace
Ellis Island (Get the steak special)
Terribles (Steak Specials again)
Southpoint (Late night specials after 12am)
In N Out Burger

These are my go to places, please add your suggestions to the list and I'll put it on on the thread.

JBHighRoller

Not a real expert on the cheap eats, but I can give you my higher end recommendations:

Nove Italiano at Palms
Joe's Stone Crab at Forum Shops
The Palm at Forum Shops
Il Mulino at Forum Shops
Del Frisco's slightly off strip
Cut at Grand Canal Shops
Olives at Bellagio

Might as well throw in best place to have a cigar and mojito - Casa Fuente at Forum Shops

thebat

You need to see this if you're going to try Ellis Island.

http://www.ktnv.com/news/local/177746751.html

I like this place but I don't know if I'm going back. I did catch a dealt royal at the bar there my last trip so I guess I will go back. But not to eat.

JBHighRoller

Good grief. Absolutely disgusting!

bobu

Apparently, it's all cleaned up now with A rating or something like that. Haven't gotten sick there once yet...

JBHighRoller

Nah, the sickness only came on when you got home and saw the video

Non-NonRev

Good advice on the refund-ability of the universal first-night required deposit - the key is to carefully read the small print (terms and conditions) - the cancellation deadline will be listed there.

Same goes for the promos with bonus features - the small print will list such restrictions as which property restaurants and bars the dining and drink credits can and cannot be used at, whether a feature is per day or once per stay, etc.

For budget eats buffet edition, the Orleans buffet offers decent food and good value.

bobu

Speaking of the Orleans, they have a new steak and lobster combo right now as long as you have a bconnected card which is free to sign up.

http://www.orleanscasino.com/whats-n...lobster-dinner

thebat

And, speaking of the Orleans, the Prime Rib Loft is excellent. Good size portions at a reasonable price.

JerryFF

Any updates on times to get through security on different days of the week and the various terminals?

bobu

I've always found that security and everything in Vegas are pretty fast and efficient. I've been there during peak times and dead times, always about the same to me. They open more check point as needed.

JBHighRoller

I can't say that I agree. Efficient yet, fast and always the same, no. Sunday departures are miserable.

bobu

I don't think I've ever departed Sunday, maybe that's why. I usually do the cheapo trips and arrive sunday or leave Friday. Weekend trips I usually leave Monday or Tuesday. Maybe that should be another tip lol.

aerodrome

Here's a tip: go w/ your friends! Don't plan a family vacation here! If a parent you may embarrass your children!