'BIG 45' Reunion Links?


We are looking to arrange a 45 year Anniversary  in

Vegas 2028


**Note:

All the following information, links, photos, videos etc. are from <2020

In Vegas terms...way outdated


Fun Fact

Did you know that Las Vegas is mainly the downtown area of Vegas
The Strip area from the 'Welcome to Las Vegas' Sign to the Stratosphere
is located in the town's of Winchester and Paradise

   Surrounding Las Vegas/Paradise are Parks and the Great Outdoors

Las Vegas may be known for its neon lights and gambling,
but its outdoor offerings attract people from all over the world,
and are just a short drive from the Las Vegas Strip.
From Tule Springs National Monument (Nevada’s first national monument),
to Red Rock Canyon, Mt. Charleston, Valley of Fire, Hoover Dam, Lake Mead
Clark County Museum, Mormon Fort and more,
there are opportunities for hiking, camping, skiing, a scenic drive,
and taking in the natural beauty of the desert landscape.
And you don't even have to gamble a nickel!
Red Rock Canyon
 http://www.redrockcanyonlv.org/
Mt.Charleston 35 minutes outside Paradise!

https://youtu.be/7pxIYOW2KCs
Lee Canyon
https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g45963-d216703-Reviews-Lee_Canyon-Las_Vegas_Nevada.html#photos;aggregationId=101&albumid=101&filter=7&ff=157707171
Hiking in the Spring Mountains
Over 60 miles of maintained trails wind through the area,
Most starting at over 6000ft in elevation and some culminating at the 11,916ft Charleston Peak
https://www.gomtcharleston.com/hikes-trails/


You can have everything arranged for you by a travel agent!

Call classmate Karen Anderson (Hurlbut)
1-262-679-5065
If you're flying into
or ask classmate Captain Rick Daniels
Your official Vegas Liason
Airfare and Booking Flights I
 
Skyscanner app - Google Flights - Book Direct with Airline
Multiple tickets may cost more than single tickets.
Booking a getaway with a group?
You may think buying all tickets at once will simplify the process and even save you money.
However, Reader’s Digest explains why customers who book multiple tickets might pay more.
Say you want to purchase four tickets,
but the airline only has three at a discounted fare.
Most people would assume you’d get three at a discount and the fourth at full price.
But in reality, the airline will bump up all four tickets to the higher price bracket.
Next: Timing is everything when you buy and fly.
Buy on certain days and fly on certain days
The least expensive days to fly are Tuesdays and Saturdays.
(current rate as of 10/01/19 ORD to LAS Roundtrip $345 per-person)
Fewer business clients travel on Tuesdays and Saturdays.
But you should buy your tickets on the cheapest days of the week,
Tuesday through Thursday, HowStuffWorks suggests.

https://www.skyscanner.com/tips-and-inspiration/7-secrets-of-finding-the-best-low-cost-flights

Book seven weeks in advance
According to an article posted on Business Insider that Sunday is actually the best day to book.
Tuesday used to be the magic day of the week, however since most leisure travelers tend to book on the weekends, airlines will roll out deals to appeal specifically to this audience
Make it a one way deal


Airfare and Booking Flights II

For the best strategy, search flights from a wide variety of providers. Comparing rates is the only way to ensure you're getting a competitive price. It's the closest thing you've got to a foolproof strategy for booking flights. Here are our top tips:

    Most domestic airlines release sales on Tuesdays, with the majority of competitors matching these deals within 24 hours. To take advantage of these airfare sales and have the largest amount of seats to choose from, search for fares on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Historically, Saturdays have also proved fair prices for domestic travel.
    When heading to a destination serviced by multiple airports, be sure to check them all to ensure you're getting the best fare. For example, if you're flying to New York City, search for the major airports (JFK, LaGuardia, and Newark), as well as smaller options (Long Island/Islip and White Plains).
    Be flexible with your dates. Searching a range of dates gives you a good ballpark budget for what you can expect to spend on airfare.
    Search, then search again. Frequently checking fares for your preferred route over a fixed period of time (e.g., once or twice per day over a week or two) gives you an in-depth, realistic understanding of what your airfare costs should be. Then, when you see a price you think is fair, book with confidence, knowing you've locked in the best fare for your route and budget.


Airfare and Booking Flights III

Airfare fluctuates considerably, Airfare Study Claims This Is Exactly How Far In Advance You Should Book Your Flights
 
Based on their data, the best time to buy is roughly 70 days before departure. It’s a pretty significant increase from last year's study, when the site reported most inexpensive fares could be found 54 days in advance.
If you're looking for a deal on airfare, the best you can do is set fare alerts (with Airfarewatchdog, Skyscanner, Hopper, Google Flights, or another service), plan ahead, and know what an average airfare for your destination would be — so you can recognize a deal when it comes along.
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Although this doesn't concur with the 'Big 60' time frame, it's perhaps news you can use
Between Thanksgiving and December 15 — another time when airfare takes a significant dip
January 4 and February 15, when people are exhausted from the holidays.

For the best strategy, search flights from a wide variety of providers. Comparing rates is the only way to ensure you're getting a competitive price. It's the closest thing you've got to a foolproof strategy for booking flights. Here are our top tips:

    Most domestic airlines release sales on Tuesdays, with the majority of competitors matching these deals within 24 hours. To take advantage of these airfare sales and have the largest amount of seats to choose from, search for fares on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Historically, Saturdays have also proved fair prices for domestic travel.
    When heading to a destination serviced by multiple airports, be sure to check them all to ensure you're getting the best fare. For example, if you're flying to New York City, search for the major airports (JFK, LaGuardia, and Newark), as well as smaller options (Long Island/Islip and White Plains).
    Be flexible with your dates. Searching a range of dates gives you a good ballpark budget for what you can expect to spend on airfare.
    Search, then search again. Frequently checking fares for your preferred route over a fixed period of time (e.g., once or twice per day over a week or two) gives you an in-depth, realistic understanding of what your airfare costs should be. Then, when you see a price you think is fair, book with confidence, knowing you've locked in the best fare for your route and budget.

All  information has been gathered from internet sources



Lake Las Vegas / Henderson



Glenview 'BIG 50' Get Together as usual in the Fall!

Mount Charleston

Mount Charleston, including Charleston Peak at 11,916 feet (3,632 m), is the highest mountain in both the Spring Mountains and Clark County, in Nevada, United States. It is the eighth-highest mountain in the state. Well separated from higher peaks by large, low basins, Charleston Peak is the most topographically prominent peak in Nevada, and the eighth-most-prominent peak in the contiguous United States. It is one of eight ultra-prominent peaks in Nevada. It is located about 35 miles (56 km) northwest of Las Vegas within the Mount Charleston Wilderness, which is within the Spring Mountains National Recreation Area of the Humboldt–Toiyabe National Forest.

Mt. Charleston & Bristlecone Pine Tree
http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/htnf/learning/nature-science/?cid=fsm9_026948
The oldest bristlecones usually grow at elevations of 10,000 to 11,000 feet.
Bristlecone pines can reach an age far greater than that of any other single living organism known,
living to  4,800 years.
 



Getting Around

If you're planning a 1 time trip on the strip then walking, shuttles, public, LYFT or UBER are best
If you're venturing out of the city then vehicle rental is the way to go
As a group there are many available choices
http://transportationconciergeslv.com/
Some excursions will include pickup & drop off from your hotel

Frenchmen's Mountain
(Great view of the Neon Lights)
 
Las Vegas / Clark County Links
Grand Canyon National Park

What's At Red Rock Canyon?

Red Rock Canyon features a one-way 13-mile scenic drive,
hiking and trails, plants and wildlife, geology, camping, cultural resources and much more.


Hoover Dam & Lake Mead
http://www.usbr.gov/lc/hooverdam/.org

Clark County Nv
http://www.clarkcountynv.gov/

For better deals on hotel rates join their rewards program or hotel chains you deal with & even Costco 
We have all sorts of ways to keep costs down e.g.: Staying off Strip etc. Just Ask!
Caesars Rewards
https://www.caesars.com/program/
MGM MLife Rewards

BConnected / Boyd's Gaming
https://www.bconnectedonline.com/
Breakdown of some Las Vegas Hotel Rewards Programs
http://www.travelvegas.com/blog/best-las-vegas-hotel-rewards-programs/

Las Vegas has beween 147,238 to 152,275 hotel rooms spread across a total of 355 hotels.
(give or take a few thousand)
This means that this city has more hotel rooms than any other city in the United States.
Some of thes eVegas hotels exist downtown and some Vegas hotels are found “off the strip”
There are more than 62,000 hotel rooms on the Las Vegas strip alone.
Of the biggest hotels in the world, 15 of these are in Las Vegas.
The hotels range from basic hotels to hotel/casino combinations.
Some of these also have resort qualities with pools,
entertainment outside of the casino complex,
restaurants, and shopping.
There are some hotels in the city that have kid-friendly activities for families visiting the city.

Check the March 2020 Convention Site
These hotels/areas are typically busy with traffic flow


The Official Las Vegas Visitors Guide
Link to all Lounges-Bars-Taverns
https://www.vegas.com/nightlife/bars/

Link to Outdoor / Roof top Venues
https://www.lavishvegas.com/news/best-outdoor-patio-bars-las-vegas-3870.html
Blondies is one of the best reasons to pay a visit to the Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood.
In addition to 40 big-screen televisions, the bar includes all-you-can-handle well drinks and domestic drafts for $20 (twice a day… 3-6 p.m. and 10 p.m.-1 a.m.), making it one of the best happy hour deals on the Strip
Official Las Vegas Nevada Web Site
https://www.lasvegasnevada.gov/
Downtown Las Vegas Events Center
https://dlvec.com/
The History of Downtown Las Vegas
https://historythings.com/the-history-of-downtown-las-vegas/
Golden Gate (where it all started)
https://www.goldengatecasino.com/our-story/
Downtown Lounges-Bars-Restaurants
https://www.visitlasvegas.com/experience/post/downtown-like-a-boss/
Parking Downtown
https://www.plazahotelcasino.com/blog/parking-downtown-las-vegas/
Container Park
https://downtowncontainerpark.com/
Fremont Street Experience
http://www.vegasexperience.com/
Ehel M  Chocolates and The Botanical Cactus Garden
https://www.ethelm.com/category/visiting+the+factory.do
Golf
http://www.lasvegas.com/activities/golf/
http://www.lasvegas.com/
Las Vegas Nevada
https://www.lasvegasnevada.gov/
History of Las Vegas
https://www.lasvegasnevada.gov/Visitors/History
Parking and Transportation
https://www.lasvegasnevada.gov/Residents/Parking-Transportation
Attractions
http://lasvegastourism.com/attractions.htm
Lake Las Vegas and Area
https://www.google.com/maps/place/20+Costa+Di+Lago+%23130,+Henderson,+NV+89011/@36.0131759,-115.2960377,10z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x80c8d79321801de5:0xd989c2619f8db520!8m2!3d36.1031251!4d-114.9292923?hl=en-US
Resources & Fun Sites
Best of Las Vegas
Las Vegas Tips and Topics

Voo Doo Zip Line
http://voodoozipline.com/voodoo-skyline/

The Sphere is emerged in Las Vegas 2023

You just have to check this out!

DOWNTOWN

Slotzilla
(where you can fly all along the Fremont Experience below the Neon Canopy)


Voo Doo Zip Line

Linq Promenade
High Roller at the LINQ

Worlds Tallest Observation Wheel

Want to Fly The Linq?


Raider Nation in Las Vegas 2020 (practice facility in Henderson)

Link to Raiders Video

http://lasvegasstadium.raiders.com/#video

 

 

Link to Raiders Video

 View of the Vegas Strip from Top of Eiffel Tower at Paris Las Vegas
- with Bellagio Fountain Show
Exploring Stratosphere Las Vegas

Stratosphere Tower Las Vegas Thrill Rides


Visit Las Vegas - What to Know Before You Visit Vegas

Top 10 Hidden Gems of Las Vegas

The Top 5 Best Things to do on Fremont Street Strip Las Vegas

Top 19 Best Cheap Eats Las Vegas Strip

21 Road Trip Stops From Los Angeles to Las Vegas

Driving Past McCarran along the Strip to Downtown - No Music

Walking Vegas Strip and Downtown 2017


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Again, above information has a few cobwebs from prior Vegas Meets