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| Subject | Date Asked |
| Shows and Places of Interest | 2/4/2012 |
| Q: Can you recommend some good shows to go see while there. We arrive April 10 and leave on the 17th. ... A: I love the Cirquedsoleil shows. O is my favorite, But all are interesting. We also enjoyed LaReve ... | |
| disabled overhaed hoists in hotel | 1/16/2012 |
| Q: We have a son in a wheelchair do you please know of any hotels in Vegas that have overhead hoists ... A: I do not know of any hotels that have their own equipment, but I do know of some Medical Equipment ... | |
| Vegas with newborn | 10/24/2011 |
| Q: I have been in vegas a few times but i want to go with my newborn kid. is there any restriction in ... A: The restrictions in casinos, as I know them, is that no one under age 21 years can be within 8 feet ... | |
| Las Vegas holiday | 2/7/2011 |
| Q: spend a few nights in Las Vegas then either hire a car or go on a guided tour to The Grand Canyon ... A: Here is a map and directions. Driving time alone is about 18 hours, and mileage is 981 miles. ... | |
| age restriction | 11/28/2010 |
| Q: can u find out age restriction on children aloud in a wedding ceremony anywhere in las vagas please? A: I'm not sure what your question is, so I'll answer it two different ways. If you are asking ... | |
| froZEN75 | 7/10/2010 |
| Q: I'm headed to Vegas tomorrow. I'm under 18, but my friends and I are desperate to find somewhere to ... A: Club Frozen is still open, on Friday and Saturday nights. Their web site is: ... | |
| relocating to Las Vegas | 7/9/2010 |
| Q: We bought the house in LV area and would like to relocate asap. However, my husband is retired, but ... A: It certainly seems as if your experience and expertise would be welcome in Las Vegas. I have no ... | |
| Vegas rooms | 5/26/2010 |
| Q: myself and 4 friends (all male and aged around 40 yrs) are travelling to Vegas from the UK in ... A: I did some research and was able to find the following information for you. FIrst, here is a web ... | |
| July 4th | 5/22/2010 |
| Q: We will be experiencing our first 4th of July in Las Vegas this year! Flying in on July 1st and ... A: Plans for this year have not been announced yet, except for pool parties. I can tell you what has ... | |
| Ace bus | 4/19/2010 |
| Q: I have a car rental arranged @ the Airport. However I will be already on the strip when I am due to ... A: I am not a bus rider ((bus service just getting to our area) so have no personal knowledge of bus ... | |
| Hoover Dam | 4/12/2010 |
| Q: I'm going to Las Vegas at the end of the month and would like to go on an excursion to the Hoover ... A: I have not personally experienced any of these tours and cannot make a personal recommendation. I ... | |
| Fun Things To Do With Kids | 3/23/2010 |
| Q: I will be traveling with my family to Las Vegas either the last week of September or the first week ... A: I know you'll have a wonderful time. The weather that time of year is usually very nice at that ... | |
| vegas life for under 21 | 3/15/2010 |
| Q: im 19 and was wondering is there any clubs i can get into? A: You will not be able to get into any of the adult clubs at casinos or hotels as they are over 21 ... | |
| Vegas Vacation With Teens | 3/6/2010 |
| Q: My 3 teenaged grandchildren (I will be going as well) want to plan a week vacation to Vegas in mid ... A: What fun, vacationing with your grandkids!!! The unfortunate thing is that there isn't much in the ... | |
| winner | 2/22/2010 |
| Q: I am a Mexican and won at Las Vegas casino via slot machine. They Income withheld for US Tax. How do ... A: I am not an accountant, but I have been searching for the answer to your question. I would advise ... | |
| club packages and reasonable restaurants | 1/13/2010 |
| Q: I'm coming to Vegas in mid February for my 40th birthday with my friends,we are staying at Treasure ... A: Happy Birthday a little early! I don't have any first hand information about night club package ... | |
| Las Vegas New Year's Eve for Children | 12/16/2009 |
| Q: Wightman: My boss is planning to stay in Las Vegas Strip for New Year's Eve. He is staying at the ... A: I am sorry to tell you that there are no activities for children or families in Las Vegas on New ... | |
| Las Vegas Resort | 12/15/2009 |
| Q: I am quite keen on booking a 2 bedroom resort accommodation in Las Vegas from 15/08 - 29/08/2010. I ... A: I really had to look to find anything helpful. I'm guessing that the resort/hotel web site would be ... | |
| Vegas in March | 10/30/2009 |
| Q: My wife and my two teenagers plan on flying to Vegas from Canada in March. We have no interest in ... A: Well, first of all, March in Las Vegas is usually pretty nice, so you should enjoy the weather ... | |
| New year's eve with young kid | 10/28/2009 |
| Q: My husband, 3 year old child, and I will travel to the US for Christmas vacation. We will spend New ... A: It will be difficult to experience the Las Vegas New Year's Eve experience with a young child. The ... | |
| Vegas Shows | 10/24/2009 |
| Q: Hope you are well, just have a question regarding Las Vegas shows. Last time we went the only show ... A: I'm not sure that I know just what kind of shows you are looking for. I'm also not sure what will ... | |
| When to book Hotel | 10/16/2009 |
| Q: Sorry to bother you again with another question, they jsut every few days pop into my head and you ... A: Our nightclub days are behind us, so I really don't know much about getting into nightclubs, except ... | |
| When to book Hotel | 10/15/2009 |
| Q: Sorry to bother you again with another question, they jsut every few days pop into my head and you ... A: I called the Luxor last night and spoke to Charlie at Reservations. He said that the Luxor (or MGM ... | |
| Luxor Verus MGM Grand | 10/9/2009 |
| Q: Have been looking online for deals to Vegas next summe (before book anyhting will phone the actual ... A: I have not stayed at the MGM, nor would I, as it is HUGE, and you have to walk a mile every time you ... | |
| Boyfriend's 30th B-day!! | 10/8/2009 |
| Q: Laine! I'm taking my boyfriend to Vegas for his 30th birthday and I still can't think of any good ... A: Wow it sounds like you are going to have a great time, and he's going to have a birthday to ... | |
| Best Deals | 10/8/2009 |
| Q: Sorry its me again, just got so many questions as wanna have the best time next summer. My question ... A: You may write any time you wish. I'm always glad to help if I can. I personally like to book ... | |
| Luxor Hotel | 10/6/2009 |
| Q: Stayed at the Luxor in the summer or 2008, are looking at going to Vegas again next summer 2010, ... A: I think the Luxor would be fine for you fellows. The Mandalay Bay is also good, and has a great ... | |
| Luxor Hotel | 10/4/2009 |
| Q: Stayed at the Luxor in the summer or 2008, are looking at going to Vegas again next summer 2010, ... A: I called the Luxor this morning to find out what was going on with the construction there. It seems ... | |
| european sunbathing | 9/17/2009 |
| Q: We're an average looking mid- 50's couple staying at Caesars next week, my wife would like to try ... A: I have not tried any topless sunbathing at the Venus Pool at Caesars. From what I can find out, the ... | |
| Happy 21st Birthday!!! | 9/7/2009 |
| Q: Laine, I am celebrating my 21st with a weekend in Las Vegas in October. I would LOVE ... A: Vanessa! Changing your hotel could be a good move IF you can pay the same at a little more upscale ... | |
| Happy 21st Birthday!!! | 9/6/2009 |
| Q: Laine, I am celebrating my 21st with a weekend in Las Vegas in October. I would LOVE ... A: Oh, it sounds like you are going to have SO much fun!!! If everyone is over 21, you have more ... | |
| Las Vegas for my 21st! | 8/7/2009 |
| Q: I am heading to Las Vegas for my 21st Birthday. I am going to probably arrive at the Luxor around ... A: I'll answer your last question first....................if you are going to go clubbing for three ... | |
| WC kenpo Karate las vegas | 7/23/2009 |
| Q: In fact we are arriving on Sunday 11th October 8.30PM We are staying in the palace station. We ... A: There are many things to do in this area without gambling. I'll try and list some for you in a list ... | |
| Hiking | 7/11/2009 |
| Q: I will be in Las Vegas during July and August. I'd love to go hiking but my husband said I would be ... A: In the summer, Mt. Charleston is the most obvious choice as the temperatures are about thirty ... | |
| Jubilee Show | 6/10/2009 |
| Q: My husband, myself and my two daughters, ages 18 and 16 are taking a vacation in Vegas in July. We ... A: I'm glad that you saw that there wasn't any age restriction on the Mentalist. The site I saw this ... | |
| Jubilee Show | 6/9/2009 |
| Q: My husband, myself and my two daughters, ages 18 and 16 are taking a vacation in Vegas in July. We ... A: Mac King is good. Tuesday-Saturday 1pm and 3pm at Harrahs. Very good magician and funny. Age ... | |
| Jubilee Show | 6/8/2009 |
| Q: My husband, myself and my two daughters, ages 18 and 16 are taking a vacation in Vegas in July. We ... A: The people at Bally's showroom will NOT allow your 16 year old to see the topless show. They WILL ... | |
| Grand Canyon in a day | 6/1/2009 |
| Q: My mother and will be going to Vegas for a convention this August. She has never been to Las Vegas ... A: This is a tough question. It would depend on the health and stamina of you and your Mom. It is a ... | |
| Western Stores | 5/12/2009 |
| Q: I am going to being staying in Primm, Nevada for a few days. I have been told there is a large ... A: There is NOT a Western Store in Primm, but there is a leather store there which carries leather ... | |
| Rent a Car | 3/23/2009 |
| Q: I need to rent a car here in Las Vegas but I'm only 19 years old. I have been all over the internet ... A: I, too, have been all over the internet looking for a company that would rent a car to someone under ... | |
| Summer in Vegas-2009 | 3/23/2009 |
| Q: We are renting a vacation home in Vegas (with pool!)for 5 weeks during summer 2009. 2 questions- 1) ... A: My husband is from the Syracuse area, so I'll base my weather comparison on that. You are used to ... | |
| hotel | 3/4/2009 |
| Q: what is the nicest hotel to stay in vegas with a budget of 200 dollar or less per night? A: I checked some online rates at Bellagio, Mandalay Bay, The Hotel, Venetian and Wynn. They ALL have ... | |
| Vegas trip for 30th birthday | 2/4/2009 |
| Q: I am going to Vegas with a group of approximately 10 women for my 30th birthday over the July 4th ... A: .........to follow up on my answer..... I just got an email with a really good deal from MGM Grand, ... | |
| teens | 1/6/2009 |
| Q: I will be in Vegas in early feb. with two, 13 year old girls. They will be with a large group. The ... A: Boy, that's a puzzler! If the girls are all around 13, they would be too young for many of the ... | |
| Legal age for LV strip for New Year's Eve | 12/31/2008 |
| Q: Could you tell me what the legal age is for children to be on the Las Vegas Strip on New Year's Eve? ... A: There is a curfew for anyone 18 and under UNLESS they are with their parents or legal guardians, ... | |
| What to do in Vegas apart from gambling | 10/12/2008 |
| Q: We are flying into Vegas on Christmas day from London for a 5 day vacation, we have pre booked the ... A: Quick follow up. Brian, I'm sorry to tell you that the Sahara has closed down all of it's rides and ... | |
| Tickets for Vegas shows | 10/8/2008 |
| Q: I was trying to book tickets for Vegas shows on Internet.I am getting different rates from different ... A: You DO need to book in advance. Sooner than later for the big shows. I'm glad you are going to ... | |
| free parking in Las Vegas | 10/6/2008 |
| Q: I am traveling alone to Vegas and am renting a car.I was told that if I go to any hotel, there will ... A: Any of the casino/hotels will have valet parking. It is free, but on the way out, it is common to ... | |
| Being 20 in Las Vegas..? | 9/28/2008 |
| Q: we are three Swedish girls, all aged 20, and we are going to Las Vegas for three days now in ... A: I don't think you'd have a problem renting a limousine with a driver for a trip down the Strip. ... | |
| Grand Canyon | 8/26/2008 |
| Q: my daughter is in Las Vegas just now with friends & instead of going on a coach trip to the Grand ... A: It takes between five and six hours to drive to the South Rim of the Grand Canyon. It's about three ... | |
| Which Vegas Strip Sports Books serve food and which is best? | 8/12/2008 |
| Q: I'm going Vegas with a few friends next month and one of the things we really wanted to due while ... A: This is what I found out, or knew about: Caesar's - food and drink available in book, Mesa Grill ... | |
| Ettiquette Rule at Black Jack Table | 7/31/2008 |
| Q: I have a statistic chart I made up for how I want to bet on hands...is that okay to bring to the ... A: I have never seen this done, nor have I heard of it being done. The only table game I'm aware of ... | |
| 18+ | 6/5/2008 |
| Q: I'm going to vegas for a tournament at the end of june and ill be 20...so what is there to do in ... A: Like so many places, there is a real dearth of activities for your age group here. You are not ... | |
| Casino age limit | 5/29/2008 |
| Q: ...Iknow 13 years olds cannot gamble, but are they allowed in the casino....just to overlook someone ... A: The legal age for gambling and drinking alchohol is 21, as you know. Children under 21 are not ... | |
| 21st Bday | 5/22/2008 |
| Q: im going to be going to Vegas with 4 of my friends and was wondering wat good hot spots are to hit ... A: First, Happy upcoming Birthday! 21 is sure a big milestone. Now, I can't help you with Strip ... | |
| Pools | 5/19/2008 |
| Q: Tom, thank you for all the info you have been a really asset. I have been to Vegas about 10 times in ... A: I am not Tom, and don't know how your question got directed to me. I do not know of any hotels that ... | |
| 21st b-day | 4/7/2008 |
| Q: so i have been to Vegas many times with my family in the past but this next trip in August i will be ... A: Happy Birthday in advance!!! I think Margaritaville would be lots of fun for all of you. If you ... | |
| Moving to Las Vegas | 3/27/2008 |
| Q: Laine, I have read almost all of the questions and answers, but I have not seen many questions ... A: First, it would be important to know where you are teaching. The Las Vegas area is pretty much ... | |
| Latin dancing in vegas? | 3/8/2008 |
| Q: im colombian and a huge salsa dancer, im going to vegas tomorrow night and was wondering if i can ... A: I found one web site with information on several clubs: ... | |
| Bands Downtown | 2/18/2008 |
| Q: We always stay Downtown when we come to Vegas about twice a year for a week . They always had ... A: I'm sorry you were disappointed during your last visit. I found a calendar which tells the ... | |
| visiting vegas | 2/13/2008 |
| Q: I wanted to take her to either "O" or the "Love" by the CDS. Which is better? Also Steve Wyrick or ... A: Congratulations on your 5th Anniversary! I have seen both Love and "O" and I prefer "O", but ... | |
| 8th birthday party | 2/11/2008 |
| Q: My daughter is turning eight and would love a "spa" experience with a few friends. Is there ... A: I've been thinking of your question and while reading my neighborhood magazine this evening, I saw ... | |
| entery age limit | 1/31/2008 |
| Q: Me and my family are planning to visit vegas in next few months but we are not sure weather our ... A: I think you will have a wonderful time. The distances between casinos is quite far although they ... | |
| Weather | 1/30/2008 |
| Q: I am travelling from europe to Las Vegas in March, the 15th, can you tell me what to pack, what ... A: You could have fun no matter how long your visit, but coming so far, I would recommend at least four ... | |
| Weather | 1/29/2008 |
| Q: I am travelling from europe to Las Vegas in March, the 15th, can you tell me what to pack, what ... A: On March 15 the AVERAGE high is around 70F, and low around 40F. The record high is 88F and record ... | |
| entery age limit | 1/28/2008 |
| Q: Me and my family are planning to visit vegas in next few months but we are not sure weather our ... A: I know I already answered your initial question below, but I was thinking that without knowing what ... | |
| Best place to stay for pbr finals with two teenage boys | 1/24/2008 |
| Q: My husband and I are planning a trip for the pbr world finals. We will be taking our two boys and ... A: I would check out the Boyd Gaming Properties, especially Sam's Town and the Orleans. Sams Town has ... | |
| Fancy dress hire | 12/19/2007 |
| Q: Can you tell me if there are any fancy dress hire shops near to the circus cirus hotel where we can ... A: There are several costume places in Las Vegas, but none right on the Strip, nor even within walking ... | |
| things to do for under 21 college guy | 12/8/2007 |
| Q: So what exactly does Vegas have to offer me,a 19 year old college student who is over all carnival ... A: Like most places, I'm sorry to tell you that there isn't much for 18-20 year olds in Las Vegas. ... | |
| new years eve | 12/4/2007 |
| Q: we have hotel and everything but im abit lost what to do new years eve? my boyfriend really wants to ... A: The police close down the Strip to vehicles at around 5-6pm. They bring in porta potties. Most ... | |
| teen clubs | 11/18/2007 |
| Q: i read from a previous question's answer that there was a teen night club in vegas. I was wondering ... A: There is a teen club. It's open on Friday and Saturdays and has a $15 charge. Here's the ... | |
| children new years eve | 11/12/2007 |
| Q: myself and family will be in Las Vegas for a couple of days over the New Year.Our children are 14,10 ... A: On New Year's Eve the Strip is closed to vehicular traffic, and noone is allowed in hotels unless ... | |
| New Year in Las Vegas | 11/12/2007 |
| Q: we usually go to Las Vegas once a year some time between July and November (driving from San ... A: Helo Pavel, On New Years Eve on the Strip, you can expect tons of drunks, the casinos closed to ... | |
| casino winnings withholding tax | 10/30/2007 |
| Q: I am a Canadian and won monies at LasVegas casino via slot machine. They withheld monies for US Tax. ... A: I don't usually answer any tax questions, but I did find this published on our Internal Revenue ... | |
| birthday | 10/29/2007 |
| Q: Laine, My family and i will be celebrating my mothers 80th birthday in Vegas. We would prefer it to ... A: Your party sounds lovely. I would guess that all of the hotels would have hospitality suites, ... | |
| new outdoor park | 10/21/2007 |
| Q: I read recently about a new park of some sort located not far off the strip that just recently ... A: Sorry this answer is so late. I did answer it on the day you sent it, but someone at allexperts has ... | |
| first time to las vegas | 10/13/2007 |
| Q: husband and i are going to vegas for our 20 anniversary from 11/15/-20/07. Do you know what the ... A: Congratulations on your 20th! The best buffets are always changing, but our favorites are the ... | |
| My daughter's 21st birthday | 10/13/2007 |
| Q: I am bringing my daughter and niece to Las Vegas in December to celebrate her 21st birthday. We ... A: Happy Birthday to your daughter! First, trendy clubs............Green Valley Ranch itself has a ... | |
| Drinking Question. | 9/19/2007 |
| Q: If I am being accompanied by my legal parents, am I allowed to drink in a bar or a restaurant? Where ... A: The legal age for drinking alchohol in Las Vegas is 21. If you are with your parents and you are 21 ... | |
| FREE VALET PARKING IN WHAT HOTELS IN LAS VEGAS | 9/14/2007 |
| Q: Many says most hotels on the strip offers free parking for public or free valet parking exclusive ... A: ALL of the hotel/casinos offer free valet parking. You don't tip when you leave your car, but you ... | |
| Good Shopping CentresS | 9/11/2007 |
| Q: Hey we are renting car in Vegas late October and would like to find some good bargins, maybe flea ... A: There is a flea market at Decatur and Oakey that is only open on weekends. I haven't been there in ... | |
| Vegas | 8/31/2007 |
| Q: My son is turning 18 in November and we were thinking of going to Vegas, neither of us are ... A: As usual, there is nothing special to do for 18-21 year olds. We have one teen night club, but that ... | |
| saftey deposit boxes | 8/28/2007 |
| Q: I am next in Vegas beginning for September and I will be there for a week to get married and then ... A: Congratulations on your upcoming marriage! Many hotels have safe deposit boxes, but I think they ... | |
| Vegas Pools | 8/12/2007 |
| Q: I am going to be in Vegas October 3-8. Will the pools still be open or will the pool season be over ... A: Each hotel has their own opening and closing dates, but many hotels are now leaving at least one ... | |
| International age limits? | 8/8/2007 |
| Q: In October I will be travelling to Las Vegas with my family. I am only 18, but was wondering if any ... A: I am sorry but the legal age for gambling, drinking, or adult clubbing here is 21. There is one ... | |
| Regency Hotel and Casino | 8/5/2007 |
| Q: I know that the now Rampart Casino opened under the name Regency. What year did it open being called ... A: The Resort at Summerlin was the first name of this $370 million property when it opened in 1999. In ... | |
| underage clubs | 8/1/2007 |
| Q: are there any clubs in vegas for people 18-20? A: There is just ONE............but that's 100% more than there were last year. It is Club froZEN75 ... | |
| Rental Car | 7/23/2007 |
| Q: even with a surcharge. If there is any non major car rental company that will rent to a 19 year old ... A: I can't find anywhere that will rent a car to anyone under 21 BUT I did see a website: ... | |
| Peak Times in Vegas | 7/15/2007 |
| Q: Me and my partner are planning to return to Vegas in August, we have found some cheap deals and are ... A: Of course I don't know WHICH shows you are trying to book, but I see that tickets are available ... | |
| Im turning 21 in July and Im Going to Vegas | 7/15/2007 |
| Q: OK... Me and my cousin are going to be in Vegas July 26-29. We havent booked our hotel yet becuase ... A: Happy Birthday! Hotels that target your demographic are The Palms, Hardrock, TI, Mandalay Bay, MGM ... | |
| Transporttation | 6/30/2007 |
| Q: Sorry to keep bugging you. I want to surprise my wife and have a limo pick us up at the airport for ... A: You really do not have to RESERVE a limo. If you walk outside at the taxi area and look to your ... | |
| 777 | 6/28/2007 |
| Q: Wife and I are staying at Four Queens 7/5 for four nights. What are my chances for an upgrade if I ... A: I'm seeing lots of hullabaloo about 7/7/07. They're calling it the luckiest day EVER! Local ... | |
| I live here! | 6/27/2007 |
| Q: I live here in Las Vegas and I don't know what to do for fun! I am 18 years old and i love, just ... A: Unfortunately, your age group is really left out! There used to be a dance club for those under 21, ... | |
| Pink motel | 6/27/2007 |
| Q: What was the name of the pink motel on the south strip that had the windows in the swimming pool? I ... A: That was the Glass Pool Inn, 4613 Las Vegas Blvd. S The Glass Pool Inn was built in 1952. Its ... | |
| room upgrade | 6/25/2007 |
| Q: Wife and I are staying at Four Queens 7/5 for four nights. What are my chances for an upgrade if I ... A: Well, you can try it, but according to their reservations page they are sold out for July 4th ... | |
| club dress code | 6/22/2007 |
| Q: My husband & I (age 26) will be in Vegas July 9th-13th for our 5th anniversary. This is our first ... A: Happy Anniversary! Here's a website that will give you the lowdown on the dress ... | |
| Marriage | 5/1/2007 |
| Q: I plan to get married in Vegas while on holiday there next month. We've booked nothing for the ... A: "Here's a link to the marriage license bureau in Las Vegas. Click on the Forms page and you can see ... | |
| Local buses | 4/8/2007 |
| Q: Greetings My wife and I are taking our first trip to Vegas. We are trying to do this as cheaply as ... A: I KNOW that the Charleston Blvd Walmart is on a bus route, but I don't know about the Rainbow one. ... | |
| Local buses | 4/7/2007 |
| Q: Greetings My wife and I are taking our first trip to Vegas. We are trying to do this as cheaply as ... A: I don't think you'll have any trouble with the buses as long as you stick to the tourist area. Up ... | |
| Going to Vegas for first time!! | 4/2/2007 |
| Q: I am graduating from college this Spring and planning to take a trip to Vegas along with my ... A: Congratulations on your graduation! The best time to visit Las Vegas is early Spring or Fall to ... | |
| Daytrip to Valley of Fire | 3/21/2007 |
| Q: I'll be spending a few days in Vegas with my girlfriend in a couple of weeks and wanted to include a ... A: You can rent a car from Dollar, right in the Hilton. Valley of Fire State Park is about two ... | |
| Best swimming pool in Las Vegas | 3/19/2007 |
| Q: In your opinion, which hotel has the nicest swimming pool area?? A: I was thinking about your question and looked it up on About.com. They had some I hadn't thought ... | |
| going to Las Vegas 'underage' for New Year's Eve | 3/18/2007 |
| Q: My parents and I are very seriously considering visiting Las Vegas over the Christmas / New Year ... A: As you know, your age group is sadly misrepresented everywhere!!! :( There are things to do, ... | |
| Nevada-Utah-Arizona tour from Las Vegas | 3/8/2007 |
| Q: My family is planning to stay in Las Vegas for 7 days. As part of our vacation, we would like to ... A: First, here's a website to give you lots of vacation information about Las Vegas itself: ... | |
| where to go | 3/2/2007 |
| Q: due in las vegas 3/15/07 for two weeks we have been comming to las vegas for about 12 years an love ... A: Hello! I tried to answer this earlier today, but the server was having problems. I'm sorry it has ... | |
| Help, need a room | 2/23/2007 |
| Q: Stupid me forgot about a friends wedding and the girlfriend is upset. The wedding is next week and ... A: I plugged in the hypothetical dates of Feb 27 and 28, and came up with about 150 at Ballys, and ... | |
| First Timer | 2/8/2007 |
| Q: I am a 25 year old male going to Vegas April 18-21. I will be travelling with a group of 8 ages ... A: Most of the hotels have clubs/bars for dancing and "clubbing". Here are a couple of links that ... | |
| Las Vegas Area | 1/23/2007 |
| Q: I am thinking on moving to southern Las Vegas, Henderson area. What is it like there? A: I live on the other end of town, so I only know what I see when I am in the Henderson/Green Valley ... | |
| Choosing from 5 hotels in LV | 1/18/2007 |
| Q: Laine, First and foremost thanks a lot for very detailed and clear answer. If you don't mind, a few ... A: 1.The MGM is the largest hotel in the world, over 5000 rooms. It is a nice hotel, and I would ... | |
| Choosing from 5 hotels in LV | 1/17/2007 |
| Q: I will be visitng LV togehter with my brother just 1 day/1 night February 25 (Sunday). Neither of us ... A: 1. The Stratosphere - decemt rooms, clean, casino is fun, tallest tower west of the Mississippi ... | |
| Vegas Withholding Tax | 1/4/2007 |
| Q: Can you please tell me, at what point does a casino start withholding non-resident taxs on winnings ... A: Here's what the IRS says about a form W2-G. Must be filled out for winning: $600 or more ... | |
| Vegas question | 12/12/2006 |
| Q: In spring I'll be taking my girlfriend to Vegas, but I don't know where to stay. We'll be staying ... A: I'm not a travel agent, just a volunteer trying to share my home town, but I'll try to help. ... | |
| Driving tour | 12/5/2006 |
| Q: I'm going to litter you with questions now that I found someone to ask..... We are thinking of ... A: If you follow the itinerary that you have suggested, you sure are not going to see much in 4-5 ... | |
| low minimum gambling | 12/5/2006 |
| Q: ... I am at the Alladin jan 1-5. Is there anywhere left on the strip (close to us) where you can ... A: Rides first: At the Stratosphere.........XScream, a swing like ride out over the edge of the tower ... | |
| Show tickets etc | 12/1/2006 |
| Q: I am in Vegas jan 1-5. I think we want to see mystere at TI. Is it best to go right to the hotel ... A: From the 3rd to the 5th, there is a convention of 25,000 at the Mandalay Bay, but other than that, ... | |
| las vegas first timer | 11/21/2006 |
| Q: I'm sorry Laine, but I didn't get to see your first answer. Could you say again?Hi Laine, my ... A: Here's a copy Diane.........hope you have a great trip! By the way, the cheapest buffet nowadays is ... | |
| 15th birthday party | 11/11/2006 |
| Q: OK im lookin for a hot place to have a 15th birthday party like the circus circus ballroom some ... A: I came up with a few things. 1. Circus Circus Adventuredome ... | |
| 21st Birthday on New Years Eve | 11/9/2006 |
| Q: I was wondering what is the best thing to do since it will be both the biggest party year and my ... A: First, Happy Birthday, just a little early! Next, do know that the Strip is a ZOO on New Year's ... | |
| new to vegas | 10/24/2006 |
| Q: Laine, I am thinking of relocating to vegas and would like to know; what paper I should look in to ... A: The only papers I am familiar with are the Review Journal and the Sun, which are combined. You ... | |
| birthday party | 10/16/2006 |
| Q: I am trying to surprise my husband for his 40th birthday party with about 40-50 people all meeting ... A: That sounds like fun!!! If you are all staying at the same hotel, you might check with that ... | |
| off roading | 9/16/2006 |
| Q: i was wondering if you knew of any good off roading trails my wife and i might enjoy A: I don't know of as much as there used to be.............the places we used to go are now covered by ... | |
| Advice on Hotels | 9/3/2006 |
| Q: Appreciate your prompt response. I agree with your advise of coming with a booking in hand and then ... A: Khurram. I wish you good fortune on finding just the rate you are looking for, and I hope you enjoy ... | |
| Advice on Hotels | 9/2/2006 |
| Q: My company is participating in the AAPEX Show (Sands Expo) in Oct end. I will be visiting - ... A: The least expensive hotels on the Strip are the Barbary Coast and the Imperial Palace. These are on ... | |
| nightclubs | 8/28/2006 |
| Q: this is Smiles and I've lived in Vegas for 10 years, I'm 19 years old and I love dancing so I just ... A: I wish I knew of someplace for you. Your age group is really the forgotten one in Las Vegas, isn't ... | |
| Long stay at Las Vegas | 8/20/2006 |
| Q: I am planning to stay in Vegas for 1 month. Can you please assist in locating somewhere as cheaply ... A: I am not a travel agent, nor a real estate broker, so I only know of places for tourists. The ones ... | |
| Italian and French community in Las Vegas | 8/15/2006 |
| Q: Where do I find information about this two communities. I found the Asian Chamber of Commerce but ... A: I did not find any information about European Chamber of Commerce either, and the only information I ... | |
| Las Vegas day trip | 7/21/2006 |
| Q: My husband and I will be in Vegas in Oct. 26 - 30, 2006 on business, but will have a day and a half ... A: You will be here at a very nice time of year, and just right for Day Tripping. You could go to ... | |
| Las Vegas day trips | 5/29/2006 |
| Q: I am visiting Las Vegas for a week and I am looking into day trips that go to Sedona, Az and I am ... A: I cannot find any day trips that go to Sedona either. It seems that there MUST be one, but I have ... | |
| best hotel for teens | 5/14/2006 |
| Q: My husband has a conference in vegas in beginning of June at the Venetian. We will be taking our 14 ... A: I think the Venetian is a beautiful hotel. The rooms are lovely, and very comfortable. There is a ... | |
| First Vegas Vacation | 4/3/2006 |
| Q: So heres the skinny...I've been reading over past Q&A's and have found some really good information. ... A: I like the Strat, and think you will like it there, too. The only thing about it being a little ... | |
| buffets | 3/11/2006 |
| Q: Where are the best buffets in las vegas to eat ? Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and seafood buffets, ... A: There are so many wonderful buffets in Las Vegas that it is hard to pinpoint any. The most ... | |
| 18+ clubs | 2/8/2006 |
| Q: me and a couple of friends are planning to go to las vegas for spring break and i was wondering if ... A: I have researched this information before, and unfortunately, there are no clubs for people under ... | |
| Trips to surrounding Las Vegas areas | 2/6/2006 |
| Q: I will be visiting LV from 22-29 April and plan on hiring a car for a couple of days to drive out of ... A: I can recommend several side trips while traveling to or from Hoover Dam and Las Vegas. First, the ... | |
| Las Vegas | 12/21/2005 |
| Q: Do you think the Stratosphere would allow our kids (17 & 15 years) to the Pool Deck Party on New ... A: again, Many thanks for your kind words. It's always enjoyable to share our city with nice ... | |
| Las Vegas | 12/20/2005 |
| Q: Sorry about the wrong address ;) I would really appreciate your ideas... Thank you FawazDear Mr ... A: I have been trying to send this since yesterday afternoon, server kept sending error ... | |
| Dear Mr Thompson We are... | 12/19/2005 |
| Q: We are a family of four (Mom, Dad, Son 17, son 14) and we're spending a week in LV from 29th-5th Dec ... A: I believe you have misdirected your question. I am not Mr Thompson, but rather, Laine Wightman. ... | |
| New Year's in Vegas | 12/6/2005 |
| Q: I'm coming with my mom and sister to Vegas and we have no idea what to do on New Year's Eve. Any ... A: Well, first of all, Las Vegas on New Year's Eve is a ZOO!! Be prepared. :) There is going to be ... | |
| Lobbying to request underage clubs. | 11/28/2005 |
| Q: I am an 18 year old College freshman attending UNLV, and have lived in the city my entire life. ... A: I am involved with the AllExperts.com panel to help people with vacation ideas, and to tell them ... | |
| Underage fun in Vegas? | 11/6/2005 |
| Q: My parents are getting married in Vegas this New Years. Me and my sister are 16 and 17 years old. ... A: Unfortunately, your age group is the hardest to accomodate in Las Vegas. There are no teen clubs, ... | |
| Las Vegas for the underage | 10/19/2005 |
| Q: Does the web site "lasvegas24hours.com" still exist or is it under a different name now? Saw this ... A: Yes, that site still exists. It is the site from the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors center. ... | |
| Apartment locations | 8/3/2005 |
| Q: I would appreciate knowing what zip code locations you would recommend for apartment renting. ... A: Myers, I really don't KNOW the zip code locations for various apartment buildings. I would ... | |
| Las Vegas | 5/13/2005 |
| Q: Presently I am in Virginia and want to go for vacations for 4-5 days. How should I plan an ... A: Your question is a bit broad for me to answer. I am a volunteer, but not a travel agent. ... | |
| vegas wedding | 3/30/2005 |
| Q: How much would a cheap vegas wedding cost? also, how far in advance do you have to make ... A: Here is a website with tons of information about weddings and wedding packages. I saw that they ... | |
| Las Vegas move | 12/14/2004 |
| Q: I'm thinking of moving to Las Veags this February. Is it still a boom town -- lots of work -- or has ... A: Las Vegas is still booming! I don't know what your field is, but there seems to be lots of work in ... | |
Laine Wightman
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Expertise
I can answer general questions about moving to Las Vegas and the local lifestyle, away from tourist areas. I can also answer general tourist questions about where to go and what to do, and have a good research base on what to do with kids. I cannot answer legal questions about marriage, gambling winnings and losses, or incarceration. I also do not have personal knowledge about Nightclub packages or Strip Clubs. I am not a travel agent nor a representative of any business in Las Vegas.
Experience
Local resident for a number of years.
Education/Credentials
The school of life experience.
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