Bussin' it to Vegas

Motorboat Cruiser · 06-20-2007, 06:27 PM

My dad calls me on Tuesday to tell me that he is going to be in Vegas all weekend. Thanks for the short notice, pop (yeah, he sometimes forgets to mention semi-important things until the last minute

.) I haven't seen him in about 2 1/2 years so this is a big deal for both of us.

Its a little late to be getting a plane ticket (at a decent rate, at least) and while I could drive, I figure the gas is going to be about $150 and for that amount, perhaps I could do Amtrak. Then, I could at least use my laptop both ways and get some work done along the way. But alas, Amtrak uses Greyhound buses to get to and fro Vegas and I'm not a big fan of Greyhound. So, I do the next logical thing and go online.

And that's where I found what appears at least to be a pretty cool service called Luxbus. For $99 round trip, I get a "big and roomy" seat w/ footrest, free snacks and...drum roll, please...free beer and wine. They also show two movies along the way. It picks me up at the Anaheim Plaza hotel, w/ free parking, and drops me off at the Riviera, which is where my dad is staying. It really couldn't seem more perfect.

So, I posted this for two reasons. First, to let everyone know about this option. Buses leave daily from both locations, btw. Also, while it might not be the utmost in swank, I thought that maybe someone here had tried them before and could fill me in on whether it will be enjoyable or whether I will feel as if I am in hell for four and a half hours each way.

Anyone have any experience in this sort of thing?

Alex · 06-20-2007, 06:35 PM

The average age on that bus will be 73.

But if you're fine with that people I know who have done similar found it ok. Can't speak to the specific charter company.

Motorboat Cruiser · 06-20-2007, 06:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Alex

The average age on that bus will be 73.

That doesn't really bother me. I'm going to be writing for most of the trip and all the better if my fellow passengers are sleeping.

Unless, I don't know, do the elderly get rowdy on this sort of thing? Are they going to break into song or bingo?

By the way, here is a link.

Capt Jack · 06-20-2007, 07:12 PM

lets see. fight with traffic for umpteen hours to get there driving and arriving burnt out or take a bus, watch a couple flicks and goof on a lappy/snooze till you arrive and be ready for a good time

yeah, gotta go with the bus on this one. it might not be the swankiest ride on the road, but neither will it feel like a coffin when you arrive.

AllyOops! · 06-20-2007, 07:35 PM

Ooh!! that sounds like a blast, MBC! Experiences like that always produce the best & most memorable stories!

(Okay, my boyfriend just looked over my shoulder, saw what I wrote and thought I was referring to something sexual above. He knows his girlfriend well.

)

Anyhoodle, It sounds like a fun option! My boyfriend & I just drove to Vegas two weekends ago (I'm terrified of flying). We had a blast driving & I paid for the gas (I'm very fortunate the company I work for picks up the tab). He even stopped at the outlet shops on the way so I could shop at Coach for pre-Vegas bags. Golly, I love this man!

However, we were drained and so sleepy on the way back. I think your idea to take a bus sounds awesome! No flying, no driving. Perfect!!

innerSpaceman · 06-20-2007, 08:36 PM

Heheh, I was just in Vegas for a lark two weekends ago. We drove, but didn't have any place to stay until we got there.

I don't know what this has to do with anything but going to Vegas on short notice. We decided four hours ahead of leaving.

But I agree - the bus sounds like a great option. Where's the Riviera?

AllyOops! · 06-21-2007, 11:54 AM

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Heheh, I was just in Vegas for a lark two weekends ago.

Noway! We we're there at the same time?!?! It would have been cool if we had crossed paths!

I went for my cousin's wedding, which was held in the Mandalay Bay. My family stayed at Luxor, and my boyfriend & I stayed at Excalibur so that we would all be close to each other. Plus, the three hotels connect which makes it easier to jump to each one (I wish I would have remembered this whilst walking to the wedding outside, in searing heat, in stilleto heels.

) I've never stayed at Luxor, but I loved the Excalibur. Mandalay Bay is also nice to stay at. I'd like to stay at The Hotel at Mandalay Bay. That was my boyfriend's choice!

My favorite places that I've stayed in are Bellagio & the Venetian. I LOVE New York, New York. That's probably my top pick. The best room that I ever stayed in was a suite at the Monte Carlo. It was massive! I like to be on the end of the strip, or even in the middle. I don't care for off of the strip, which is why I wouldn't even attempt staying at the Palms (that and the Maloof brothers are creepy). I've stayed at the Hard Rock Hotel, which is fun! However, it's too far off of the strip & way too much like being trapped in an episode of MTV Spring Break. No thank you.

I'm no gambler, and these days the slots are tighter then my pants after Thanksgiving dinner. If I'm going to gamble, I like Caesar's Palace. However, I'd rather gamble at Harrah's in Laughlin. That place is lucky!

Alex · 06-20-2007, 08:41 PM

Across the street from Circus Circus and one block towards downtown from the Wynn.

Motorboat Cruiser · 06-20-2007, 08:49 PM

Yeah, the Riviera wouldn't be my choice of hotels but its a room and I'm not really there for any other reason other than to hang with dad. And who knows, maybe I'll have good luck there. (Dad likes video poker, so I assume we will spend some time playing together)

I have to say though - this trip is like the anti-swank Vegas trip. All it needs is a trip to the Circus Circus buffet and a hooker to really complete the theme.

DreadPirateRoberts · 06-21-2007, 07:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Motorboat Cruiser

Yeah, the Riviera wouldn't be my choice of hotels but its a room and I'm not really there for any other reason other than to hang with dad. And who knows, maybe I'll have good luck there. (Dad likes video poker, so I assume we will spend some time playing together)

I have to say though - this trip is like the anti-swank Vegas trip. All it needs is a trip to the Circus Circus buffet and a hooker to really complete the theme.

The bus sounds like a fun adventure.

Ixnay on the ookerhay, Leo might read this.

06-20-2007, 06:27 PM	#1
Motorboat Cruiser Cruiser of Motorboats Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: So Cal Posts: 3,665	Bussin' it to Vegas My dad calls me on Tuesday to tell me that he is going to be in Vegas all weekend. Thanks for the short notice, pop (yeah, he sometimes forgets to mention semi-important things until the last minute .) I haven't seen him in about 2 1/2 years so this is a big deal for both of us. Its a little late to be getting a plane ticket (at a decent rate, at least) and while I could drive, I figure the gas is going to be about $150 and for that amount, perhaps I could do Amtrak. Then, I could at least use my laptop both ways and get some work done along the way. But alas, Amtrak uses Greyhound buses to get to and fro Vegas and I'm not a big fan of Greyhound. So, I do the next logical thing and go online. And that's where I found what appears at least to be a pretty cool service called Luxbus. For $99 round trip, I get a "big and roomy" seat w/ footrest, free snacks and...drum roll, please...free beer and wine. They also show two movies along the way. It picks me up at the Anaheim Plaza hotel, w/ free parking, and drops me off at the Riviera, which is where my dad is staying. It really couldn't seem more perfect. So, I posted this for two reasons. First, to let everyone know about this option. Buses leave daily from both locations, btw. Also, while it might not be the utmost in swank, I thought that maybe someone here had tried them before and could fill me in on whether it will be enjoyable or whether I will feel as if I am in hell for four and a half hours each way. Anyone have any experience in this sort of thing?
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06-20-2007, 06:35 PM	#2
Alex . Join Date: Feb 2005 Posts: 13,354	The average age on that bus will be 73. But if you're fine with that people I know who have done similar found it ok. Can't speak to the specific charter company.
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06-20-2007, 07:12 PM	#4
Capt Jack check your head Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 4,174	lets see. fight with traffic for umpteen hours to get there driving and arriving burnt out or take a bus, watch a couple flicks and goof on a lappy/snooze till you arrive and be ready for a good time yeah, gotta go with the bus on this one. it might not be the swankiest ride on the road, but neither will it feel like a coffin when you arrive. __________________ a clear conscience is a sure sign of a fuzzy memory
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06-20-2007, 07:35 PM	#5
AllyOops! It's Peanut Butter Jelly Time!!! Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Introspection Intersection Posts: 1,207	Ooh!! that sounds like a blast, MBC! Experiences like that always produce the best & most memorable stories! (Okay, my boyfriend just looked over my shoulder, saw what I wrote and thought I was referring to something sexual above. He knows his girlfriend well. ) Anyhoodle, It sounds like a fun option! My boyfriend & I just drove to Vegas two weekends ago (I'm terrified of flying). We had a blast driving & I paid for the gas (I'm very fortunate the company I work for picks up the tab). He even stopped at the outlet shops on the way so I could shop at Coach for pre-Vegas bags. Golly, I love this man! However, we were drained and so sleepy on the way back. I think your idea to take a bus sounds awesome! No flying, no driving. Perfect!!
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06-20-2007, 08:36 PM	#6
innerSpaceman Kink of Swank Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Inner Space Posts: 13,075	Heheh, I was just in Vegas for a lark two weekends ago. We drove, but didn't have any place to stay until we got there. I don't know what this has to do with anything but going to Vegas on short notice. We decided four hours ahead of leaving. But I agree - the bus sounds like a great option. Where's the Riviera?
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06-20-2007, 08:41 PM	#8
Alex . Join Date: Feb 2005 Posts: 13,354	Across the street from Circus Circus and one block towards downtown from the Wynn.
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06-20-2007, 08:49 PM	#9
Motorboat Cruiser Cruiser of Motorboats Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: So Cal Posts: 3,665	Yeah, the Riviera wouldn't be my choice of hotels but its a room and I'm not really there for any other reason other than to hang with dad. And who knows, maybe I'll have good luck there. (Dad likes video poker, so I assume we will spend some time playing together) I have to say though - this trip is like the anti-swank Vegas trip. All it needs is a trip to the Circus Circus buffet and a hooker to really complete the theme.
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