What I’ve Been Up To
Hi all! I’m writing this as I look out my bright picture window onto the strip. Ceasar’s Palace and the Flamingo are in front of me. Vegas is a lot more expensive than I thought it was going to be – someone once told me that flights to LV and the food are cheap so that you spend your money on the slots. Not true, except for the $9.99 one pound ribeye meal advertised – makes you wonder where it came from as I can’t even purchase unprepared ribeye that cheap at the grocery!
I landed at LAS on Thursday, October 15 and attended Blogworld and Wordcamp 2009 Friday and Saturday. I learned a lot about blogging straight from the pros and got to meet John Chow and Zac Johnson. I also exchanged passing smiles and “hi’s” with Alli Worthington and Guy Kawasaki! I was excited to learn about freelance opportunities from multiple companies.
What about saving money?
- Flight from Des Moines was $149 – regular price
- Lodging – D got a 3-free night credit from a previous stay
- Food – D found a deal on Slickdeals that included 6 free buffets. Now that the convention is over and the free buffets used up, we’ve been using coupons (average $5 off a buffet for up to 2 people). A tip – go to the registration or concierge desk and ask if they have any coupons for the restaurants in their casino.
- In-town travel – I took a $6 shuttle from the airport and walked
- Entertainment – so far we’ve done a lot of walking! Walking through the casinos is fun as well as most are themed. You can also get freebies by signing up for the “player’s club” card. There is a free show at the Rio featuring installations that move on the ceiling. We thought this show was Mardis Gras themed but it is not anymore – the installations and stage below feature scantily clad women and shirtless men dancing provocatively.
I’m getting bugged about lunch, so I’m off for now and will post photos later! What’s your favorite frugal thing to do or place to go in Vegas?