Las Vegas room [Archive] - The Vette Barn

Datawiz

12-12-2013, 7:53pm

Check out the room we've reserved in Vegas.

MGM Grand Hotel and Casino : Skyline Marquee Suite (http://www.mgmgrand.com/hotel/skyline-marquee-suite.aspx)

We'll be in Vegas with family for 10 days, but we're gonna splurge and stay on the strip on the 26th. 1,500 S.F., windows in 3 sides and full view of the strip, complete with pool table, two king bedrooms, blah blah blah. Will take pics when we are there. :dance:

DAB

12-12-2013, 7:55pm

Mint on the pillow?

Datawiz

12-12-2013, 7:56pm

Mint on the pillow?

Show girl I believe. :D Her stage name is Mint.

DAB

12-12-2013, 8:01pm

Show girl I believe. :D Her stage name is Mint.

Close enough.

GRN ENVY

12-12-2013, 8:05pm

Nice, try not to lose your tire money :lol:

MrPeabody

12-12-2013, 8:07pm

Get your money's worth. Steal the soap.

Datawiz

12-12-2013, 8:09pm

Nice, try not to lose your tire money :lol:

No kidding.

I suck at gambling, but I've become pretty good at Texas Hold 'Em, so I might try a touch of that. Been going to Vegas for 20+ years and have never won anything significant, so gambling is not high on the list. Shows, great hotel room, possibly something car-related at LVMS are on the agenda.

I have a set of golf clubs out there, so I'll definitely be golfing at least twice. My mom wants to take my daughter out for a day of shopping and pampering (you know my daughter...pampering....ROFL...give her a race car)

Very much looking forward to the trip. Family is overdue for a nice vacation. :yesnod:

MrPeabody

12-12-2013, 8:11pm

I wonder how much you would have to lose to have that room comped.

Datawiz

12-12-2013, 8:14pm

I wonder how much you would have to lose to have that room comped.

Taxes, resort fees, extra person fee, ... , room is gonna be over $600, so I'd say I'd have to lose $2,500 to get the room comped. Personally, I'd rather pay for the room, pay for a few shows, play a small amount at the tables, and have a genuinely great time. :yesnod:

GRN ENVY

12-12-2013, 8:17pm

No kidding.

I suck at gambling, but I've become pretty good at Texas Hold 'Em, so I might try a touch of that. Been going to Vegas for 20+ years and have never won anything significant, so gambling is not high on the list. Shows, great hotel room, possibly something car-related at LVMS are on the agenda.

I have a set of golf clubs out there, so I'll definitely be golfing at least twice. My mom wants to take my daughter out for a day of shopping and pampering (you know my daughter...pampering....ROFL...give her a race car)

Very much looking forward to the trip. Family is overdue for a nice vacation. :yesnod:

Sweet, I think spring mountain is out there somewhere, I'd go see if you couldn't beat up a C7. Sounds like you'll have fun. Good time for vacation too, plus seems like youve got a few solid days planned.

Datawiz

12-12-2013, 8:19pm

Sweet, I think spring mountain is out there somewhere, I'd go see if you couldn't beat up a C7. Sounds like you'll have fun. Good time for vacation too, plus seems like youve got a few solid days planned.

I looked into their schedule looking for a teen driving thing, but didn't see anything. :(

Am still considering renting a Lamborghini for the day that we stay on the strip. :yesnod:

GRN ENVY

12-12-2013, 8:21pm

DukeAllen

12-12-2013, 8:22pm

Show girl I believe. :D Her stage name is Mint.

Penicillin on the pillow? :D

simpleman68

12-12-2013, 8:25pm

I looked into their schedule looking for a teen driving thing, but didn't see anything. :(

Am still considering renting a Lamborghini for the day that we stay on the strip. :yesnod:

"Do it" Just be sure to read the liability disclaimer very carefully. Deposit may be $2500ish and check ahead of time to see what your insurance company will cover. :cert:
Scott

Datawiz

12-12-2013, 8:27pm

"Do it" Just be sure to read the liability disclaimer very carefully. Deposit may be $2500ish and check ahead of time to see what your insurance company will cover. :cert:
Scott

Z06 is cheap. $600 a day, with a $1,500 security deposit. Murceilago Roadster requires a $10,000 security deposit. :D

GRN ENVY

12-12-2013, 8:29pm

Z06 is cheap. $600 a day, with a $1,500 security deposit. Murceilago Roadster requires a $10,000 security deposit. :D

Chump change

simpleman68

12-12-2013, 8:30pm

Z06 is cheap. $600 a day, with a $1,500 security deposit. Murceilago Roadster requires a $10,000 security deposit. :D

Damn... :lol: Makes sense though. Doesn't take much to burn up that $10k. :dance:
Scott

Datawiz

12-12-2013, 8:34pm

Damn... :lol: Makes sense though. Doesn't take much to burn up that $10k. :dance:
Scott

Re-thinking this decision....

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...Whitepower...

12-12-2013, 8:38pm

Datawiz

12-12-2013, 8:40pm

Las Vegas Motor Speedway is right around the corner. I know they have a Kart track and a road course inside the oval. Might be worth checking their site/schedule.

Shelbys HQ is right adjacent to the track to. Nice facility.

Been to NASCAR races at that track at least 6 times, including the very first race. :yesnod: I know Shelby's place very well. :seasix:

Datawiz

12-12-2013, 8:46pm

Gonna call these guys and see if I can get my daughter a ride-along on the 27th in an Aventador. :yesnod:

price - Dream Racing (http://www.dreamracing.com/price/)

simpleman68

12-12-2013, 9:04pm

Gonna call these guys and see if I can get my daughter a ride-along on the 27th in an Aventador. :yesnod:

price - Dream Racing (http://www.dreamracing.com/price/)

Nahhhh, go "full throttle" :lol: :eek:
Scott

Datawiz

12-12-2013, 9:12pm

Nahhhh, go "full throttle" :lol: :eek:
Scott

Naturally, I could drive and do it, and the price is reasonable. She's the gear-head in training and a Lamborghini Aficionado. Unfortunately, she still only has her learner's permit. I doubt she'll be able to take one of these full throttle, even though she's done just that in the Vette. :yesnod:

This trip is about my kid and my family. If I can put her in a Lamborghini in some shape or form, it'll be a success. :dance:

JRD77VET

12-12-2013, 9:17pm

Naturally, I could drive and do it, and the price is reasonable. She's the gear-head in training and a Lamborghini Aficionado. Unfortunately, she still only has her learner's permit. I doubt she'll be able to take one of these full throttle, even though she's done just that in the Vette. :yesnod:

This trip is about my kid and my family. If I can put her in a Lamborghini in some shape or form, it'll be a success. :dance:

That would a great memory for her to remember for her entire life. :yesnod:

When I was 16, I spent an entire month with my grandparents from CA. Fishing all over the west, from CA to CO ( including WY and ID )

Even though it was 1976, the pictures are still crystal clear in my mind.

Do it :seasix:

snide

12-12-2013, 9:19pm

Hope you and the family have a great time!

:cheers:

Datawiz

12-12-2013, 9:22pm

Hope you and the family have a great time!

:cheers:

Thanks Alan!

I'm calling the Dream Racing peeps tomorrow to discuss the situation. The 27th is one of their open dates. I'd even pay the full 7 lap rate in the Aventador (which would allow me to drive), if they'd drive her for a full 7 laps. We both know there is no way in hell they'd let me take her for 7 laps. Guarandamntee you, there's an instructor in the car.

Regardless, I'm going to try like hell to make it happen. I'll bring my own damn Go Pro. :yesnod:

snide

12-12-2013, 9:24pm

Thanks Alan!

I'm calling the Dream Racing peeps tomorrow to discuss the situation. The 27th is one of their open dates. I'd even pay the full 7 lap rate in the Aventador (which would allow me to drive), if they'd drive her for a full 7 laps. We both know there is no way in hell they'd let me take her for 7 laps. Guarandamntee you, there's an instructor in the car.

Regardless, I'm going to try like hell to make it happen. I'll bring my own damn Go Pro. :yesnod:

Make it happen!

Then start saving to buy her a Lamborghini when she graduates!

Datawiz

12-12-2013, 9:28pm

Make it happen!

Then start saving to buy her a Lamborghini when she graduates!

She gets the C6 next July when she turns 16. We still have our eyes on an Agera R, but that will likely take a lottery win. :lol:

She is committed to owing a Lamborghini in her lifetime. :yesnod:

snide

12-12-2013, 9:34pm

She gets the C6 next July when she turns 16. We still have our eyes on an Agera R, but that will likely take a lottery win. :lol:

She is committed to owing a Lamborghini in her lifetime. :yesnod:

There are 393 cars listed on Cars.com right now. Cheapest is $26k.

Datawiz

12-12-2013, 9:34pm

There are 393 cars listed on Cars.com right now. Cheapest is $26k.

Lamborghinis?

Datawiz

12-12-2013, 9:36pm

There are 393 cars listed on Cars.com right now. Cheapest is $26k.

Didn't know they made a black 3-door Gallardo. :lol:

simpleman68

12-12-2013, 9:37pm

sasnglass77

12-12-2013, 9:44pm

Have a great trip Craig and family!!

Are you scheduled to come back to VT?

Do you need anymore maple syrup?? :D

snide

12-12-2013, 9:44pm

Didn't know they made a black 3-door Gallardo. :lol:

Woman seller. Could be legit.

Datawiz

12-12-2013, 9:46pm

Have a great trip Craig and family!!

Are you scheduled to come back to VT?

Do you need anymore maple syrup?? :D

Nothing on the calendar yet Laurie. Definitely looking forward to getting back up there. :yesnod:

sasnglass77

12-12-2013, 9:49pm

Nothing on the calendar yet Laurie. Definitely looking forward to getting back up there. :yesnod:

Sorry I missed you last time, I was in PA. We are looking forward to it. The guest room is all ready for you!

snide

12-12-2013, 9:50pm

Sorry I missed you last time, I was in PA. We are looking forward to it. The guest room is all ready for you!

Where is Andy going to sleep?

Datawiz

12-12-2013, 9:52pm

Where is Andy going to sleep?

In the Stingray?

snide

12-12-2013, 9:55pm

In the Stingray?

He might like that. :thumbs:

sasnglass77

12-12-2013, 10:06pm

Where is Andy going to sleep?

Hon, Craig isn't coming up here for Christmas...
Andy can sleep in his room while he is here :)

ZipZap

12-13-2013, 12:28pm

Whale problems...

DJ_Critterus

12-13-2013, 12:29pm

I'll be in Vegas for a few days next month. Probably going to stay at the Venetian.

Cybercowboy

12-13-2013, 12:35pm

Sweet! The one time my wife and I stayed at the Aladdin, our room wasn't ready when it was supposed to be but we said we were cool, we'd just hang at the bar and have them let us know when it was ready. Finally the desk chick came over and said "You guys have been really nice and patient, I'm just going to upgrade you to a strip suite at no additional charge. You can go up with the bellhop now."

Wow, that was a nice room. Not as nice as the one you are staying at, but floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the Bellagio fountains, an enormous walk-in shower, a separate living room area, about five TV's, you get the idea!

snide

12-13-2013, 12:51pm

Whale problems...

Are you calling Datafiz a whale? :waiting:

Datawiz

12-13-2013, 3:26pm

Damn, Dream Racing has a minimum age of 16, even for passengers. :( She won't be able to ride in the Aventador this trip.

Datawiz

12-13-2013, 3:27pm

Are you calling Datafiz a whale? :waiting:

In the "over weight" sense, yes he is. :lol:

Thunder22

12-13-2013, 5:26pm

Datawiz

12-13-2013, 5:49pm

Have you called Spring Mountain? Maybe they can help you with the driving fast cars part of your trip. They're only about 60 miles outside of LV.

Performance Driving Schools - Racing Schools - Motorsports Country Club | Spring Mountain Motorsports Ranch (http://www.springmountainmotorsports.com/)

I've raced there 3 times. I already looked. I thought they had a Teen Driving School. I don't see anything while we are there.

VatorMan

12-13-2013, 6:02pm

Have you called Spring Mountain? Maybe they can help you with the driving fast cars part of your trip. They're only about 60 miles outside of LV.

Performance Driving Schools - Racing Schools - Motorsports Country Club | Spring Mountain Motorsports Ranch (http://www.springmountainmotorsports.com/)

I'll be there for their level II class this March. We will stay in LV a couple of extra days. NFW could I stay there for 10 days. :lol:

Datawiz

12-13-2013, 6:12pm

I'll be there for their level II class this March. We will stay in LV a couple of extra days. NFW could I stay there for 10 days. :lol:

I could never stay on the strip for 10 days, but being with family, doing a few golf outings, some of the usual spots (Hoover Dam, Freemont Street, Cirque Shows, ...), the time will fly by. :yesnod:

Datawiz

12-13-2013, 6:13pm

I'll be there for their level II class this March. We will stay in LV a couple of extra days. NFW could I stay there for 10 days. :lol:

BTW, I think you're too accomplished of a driver for Level 2. Other than the seat time, which is fun, I don't think you'll learn much.

ZipZap

12-13-2013, 9:19pm

Are you calling Datafiz a whale? :waiting:

The room is the whale problem...

JRD77VET

12-13-2013, 9:27pm

Damn, Dream Racing has a minimum age of 16, even for passengers. :( She won't be able to ride in the Aventador this trip.

That's a bummer

VatorMan

12-14-2013, 10:24am

BTW, I think you're too accomplished of a driver for Level 2. Other than the seat time, which is fun, I don't think you'll learn much.

They won't let me go lvl 3 without lvl 2. But they guaranteed me that I wouldn't be disappointed. Besides- it was free. :D

Datawiz

12-14-2013, 10:32am

They won't let me go lvl 3 without lvl 2. But they guaranteed me that I wouldn't be disappointed. Besides- it was free. :D

Say no more! :seasix:

69camfrk

12-14-2013, 10:42am

I'll be in Vegas for a few days next month. Probably going to stay at the Venetian.

Awww hell, just get you a room in billeting at Nellis!:D