u/JackpotConcierge

For the visitors - What do they need to know? I’ll start with a few that most people need to understand.

1. For all the people who ask questions like “How do I get a room upgrade?” Or “How do I get the best table at the restaurant?”

#1 You pay the business through the proper channels

OR

#2 You tip an employee and hope they hook you up (it probably violates their policy to upgrade you in exchange for extra cash in their pocket, but needless to say a lot of employees will do it)

OR

#3 You get lucky. If all the standard rooms are occupied but there is still suites available, someone is getting a free upgrade.

OR

#4 You know the right people and they take care of you.

That’s it. There’s no magic involved.

2. Understand that Vegas is no longer in the glory days of low prices and great service. Whether you have an incredible experience or an awful experience, it really does not matter to a lot of these companies (restaurants, hotels, clubs, etc). You’re paying either way and there will be someone here next weekend whether you have a great experience or not. In a lot of ways, Vegas operators have calculated that it is better for them financially to deliver mediocre service and just deal with the bad publicity, vs. the alternative of delivering great service to everyone.

95% of people are paying high prices and getting poor service. It’s in your best interest to figure out how you can become part of the 5% that’s getting taken care of. Simply asking to be treated well or for a discount is typically not enough. You need to know the right people.

3. Don’t over-plan your trip. 50% of a great Vegas trip is preparation. 50% is the ability to wing it and think on your feet. If you come with a packed itinerary with every minute accounted for, you’re going to miss out on some fun things that pop up. Also… things happen in Vegas. Your whole itinerary might get derailed from a bad hangover or something like that.

What are some other must-know rules of Las Vegas??

Hello,

Wondering if anyone here has any insider info on the Urban Core at Summerlin West? Apparently it is supposed to be downtown Summerlin 2.0 with some high density residential/retail space. All the builders in the area are saying it’s coming soon to try and boost sales, but I see the lots frequently and there’s nothing happening. It’s starting to feel like this is a lot further out than they are saying. The Urban Core is supposed to be right at the new Summerlin parkway/215 interchange.

Anyone heard any rumors?

It’s so trendy to hate on Vegas right now due to pricing going up and service going down… let’s just say in theory you have your own resort in the center strip.

What are you changing?

In this imaginary scenario keep in mind your casino/resort also has to make money and abide by laws/regulations. Keep it realistic.