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01-23-2017, 04:17 PM
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#3426 | | Need to Seek Professional Help
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Penn and Teller do a great show though. And they usually stick around to sign autographs after.
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01-23-2017, 04:28 PM
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#3427 | | 14 dolla balla aint got nothing on me!
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That blurred out red section better be strippers.
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01-23-2017, 06:15 PM
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#3428 | | Willing to sell body for a few minutes on RS
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Jesus Christ, the guys in my group of friends we refer to as nickle and dimes because of how cheap they are wouldn't attempt this. Godspeed.
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01-23-2017, 06:59 PM
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#3429 | | Zombie Mod
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You can save a chunk of change on Penn and Teller by buying tickets the same day @ one of those Half Price Ticket booths peppered around the strip.
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01-23-2017, 07:19 PM
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#3430 | | Waxin’ Punks
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So much wrong with that spreadsheet stag 
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01-24-2017, 10:05 AM
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#3431 | | Rs has made me the woman i am today!
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LMAO hold up, you think girls will buy you guys drinks in the club, that's hilarious. You do know this is Vegas right? You do know most women go there with the expectation for the guys to cop the drinks, right?
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01-24-2017, 01:37 PM
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#3432 | | i like gifs
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Originally Posted by gilly Hope that some girls will approach us and buy us drinks in the club. |  | |
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01-24-2017, 02:30 PM
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#3433 | | Say NO to blade grinders!
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I think $40 will get you one drink at a reputable club.
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01-24-2017, 02:37 PM
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#3434 | | i like gifs
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Originally Posted by Expresso I think $40 will get you one drink at a reputable club. | He'll need to drop at least $50/person to get in, especially if it's just a group of guys that haven't paid for bottle service and a table
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01-24-2017, 02:55 PM
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#3435 | | My homepage has been set to RS
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Originally Posted by mikemhg LMAO hold up, you think girls will buy you guys drinks in the club, that's hilarious. You do know this is Vegas right? You do know most women go there with the expectation for the guys to cop the drinks, right? | lol its obv a joke bro!
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01-24-2017, 03:01 PM
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#3436 | | My homepage has been set to RS
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alright guys, thx all for the input. I'll revise it!
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01-24-2017, 06:05 PM
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#3437 | | i like gifs
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Originally Posted by gilly alright guys, thx all for the input. I'll revise it! | Unless you guys enters with a group of hotties then you'll either wait forever to get in or won't get in at all unless greasing the bouncers big time. I highly suggest just getting in touch with a club host and getting a VIP table with bottle service.
It'll give you somewhere to chill between dancing and the bouncers will bring girls to your table.
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01-27-2017, 10:59 AM
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#3438 | | My homepage has been set to RS
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Ok just came back from Vegas. Cosmopolitan was amazing. Don't think I could stay at any other Vegas hotel anymore. We got upgraded to a Terrace Suit which is almost 1,000 square feet in size. One bedroom, two full bathrooms, kitchen, terrace overlooking the Bellagio fountains. My apartment in Vancouver is practically half the size...
The staff were great as well.
Ate a ton of food, so here is my quick review of some highlights:
- Wicked Spoon buffet for dinner - I've heard mixed reviews, but this was by-far the best buffet in Vegas. Their "make your own" bouillabaisse station was excellent, on the night I went they had black cod, shrimp, clams, mussels, etc. Tons of seafood and a strong mix of salads, soups, and other well prepared items. Dessert was the only miss.
- Momofuku - Only been open for 2 weeks, but it was an expertly prepared meal. Prices are reasonable for what you get, and the service was outstanding. New restaurants usually have some hiccups, but I didn't really see any. The sweet and sour long beans were my favorite part of the meal.
- Jaleo - Went for happy hour, but ended up ordering a bit of food. Place has a great vibe. Bartenders are knowledgeable. They make fresh paella throughout the night, it looked amazing but I didn't get any. Their tapas which I did have were all solid.
- Eggslut - Ate breakfast here 3 times. Affordable compared to other options, and freshly prepared. Just as good as the LA location in my opinion. Can't go wrong with any of the sandwiches. The scrambled eggs are super creamy. I felt The Slut was a bit overhyped though.
- Hash House A Go Go - Terrible, don't bother. Over sized american portions. Quality isn't there. They ran out of coffee by noon?
- Trevi - One of the better happy hours. Solid list of cheap and well made drinks. Good appetizers, especially the calamari.
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01-27-2017, 11:13 AM
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#3439 | | I am Hook'd on RS
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Agreed on the Cosmopolitan being awesome.
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03-21-2017, 09:37 AM
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#3440 | | I Will not Admit my Addiction to RS
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I just booked a trip to Las Vegas and its not as cheap as I remembered.
Now theres no free valet parking and expensive resort fee charge/day(range from $25-36US)
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03-21-2017, 09:56 AM
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#3441 | | Everyone wants a piece of R S...
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I stayed @ the Aria in Feb i believe it's $10 daily for parking, but being part of the MGM group, you could use your room card as parking pass to any of the MGM-owned hotels parkade which i thought wasn't too bad.
Momofuku was the worse restaurant i been to, like shit to the shittest, we ordered their signature chinese bao and their signature dishes, you could have better in Vancouver, wasted $250usd for two there.
highly recommend Morimoto @ MGM, 100+ bottles of sake to choose from, each dish was well prepared and tasted awesome.
We stayed @ Cosmo terrace last Nov, i think Aria is just as nice especially with their in-room automation (control4), can't go wrong in either hotel, i'm just not sure how cosmo parking works, as it is not part of the hotel groups in vegas.
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03-21-2017, 01:16 PM
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#3442 | | RS has made me the bitter person i am today!
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Anyone can recommend a planner to book bottle service at Hakkasan?
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03-21-2017, 03:56 PM
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#3443 | | I wish I was where I was when I wished I was here
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Originally Posted by Jonydakiller I stayed @ the Aria in Feb i believe it's $10 daily for parking, but being part of the MGM group, you could use your room card as parking pass to any of the MGM-owned hotels parkade which i thought wasn't too bad.
Momofuku was the worse restaurant i been to, like shit to the shittest, we ordered their signature chinese bao and their signature dishes, you could have better in Vancouver, wasted $250usd for two there.
highly recommend Morimoto @ MGM, 100+ bottles of sake to choose from, each dish was well prepared and tasted awesome.
We stayed @ Cosmo terrace last Nov, i think Aria is just as nice especially with their in-room automation (control4), can't go wrong in either hotel, i'm just not sure how cosmo parking works, as it is not part of the hotel groups in vegas. | Don't take this the wrong way but why would you order asian food in Vegas?
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Originally Posted by Hehe Anyone can recommend a planner to book bottle service at Hakkasan? | We went through different planners all three times we got bottle service. The best way is to find guys on the street who are promoting specific clubs. They will be willing to work with you cause they want the business.
Also if anybodys looking to taxi in and around the strip, don't.
Uber first trips are free. If you go with a group get everybody to download it and take turns using.
And Lyft usually has people on the strip handing out $50 vouchers, you can only use $5 / trip but riding anywhere along the strip will be inexpensive.
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03-21-2017, 11:01 PM
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#3444 | | i like gifs
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Originally Posted by Hehe Anyone can recommend a planner to book bottle service at Hakkasan? | Sent a message to the girl I used in the past. I'll let you know when she responds back.
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04-20-2017, 02:08 PM
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#3445 | | Willing to sell body for a few minutes on RS
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Do any of you guys still fly with Allegiant? After there was that article on the airline and its safety concerns lol
I plan on going May long weekend and have never flown with allegiant, I usually fly from YVR
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04-20-2017, 02:20 PM
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#3446 | | I subscribe to the Revscene NWS thread(s)
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Originally Posted by JSALES Do any of you guys still fly with Allegiant? After there was that article on the airline and its safety concerns lol
I plan on going May long weekend and have never flown with allegiant, I usually fly from YVR | I flew with them back at Christmas. It's...well Allegiant. Super basic aircraft - non reclining seats, more than average number of seats in the aircraft but if you're flying to Vegas, it's really only 2-3 hours. The aircraft was an A319 so it looks like they're moving away from the MD80's that were super old.
I'd only take them if they're super cheap. In my case, it was half the price of an equivalent flight from YVR so it was worth it.
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04-20-2017, 04:14 PM
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#3447 | | Rs has made me the woman i am today!
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My dad was stranded at the barn that is BLI because Allegiant delayed their flight by 9 hours or something. This was a while ago, but still.
Cheap flights are cheap for a reason, so if you're willing to risk potential massive consequences, then go for it. Also be prepared to pay for EVERYTHING.
"Ah, yes, I see you've purchased a ticket for the flight! But you still need to pay the aircraft entrance fee, the seat occupancy fee, as well as the rental fee for your seat belt buckles! It'll be $25 to bring any baggage over 500 grams on board, and an additional $20 to stow in cargo, or $10 to stow it overhead"
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04-20-2017, 04:46 PM
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#3448 | | I wish I was where I was when I wished I was here
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We've been flying Allegiant the past two years but one buddy flew out of YVR and flight was only $75 ish more expensive (after exchange at 1.35) as opposed to us flying out of Bellingham. This was August last year
I didn't mind the aircraft.... It's just somewhere youre going to be sitting in for 2-3 hours lol who cares. But yes I can say both times we've flown Allegiant it was delayed on the way back leaving Vegas.
And like mentioned above, it costs to bring luggage, costs to print out your boarding ticket, And certain seats cost more.
Next time we're gonna fly out of YVR for sure. CDN is just too low right now, will reconsider after we climb back up.
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04-21-2017, 12:42 PM
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#3449 | | I *heart* Revscene.net very Muchie
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took allegiant in halloween weekend and was fine. it was like $100 or $75 cheaper i believe
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Can someone tell good or unusual dating spots? Or what was your the most unusual date? THanks for sharing!
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04-21-2017, 12:44 PM
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#3450 | | I *heart* Revscene.net very Muchie
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Originally Posted by Liquid_o2 Ok just came back from Vegas. Cosmopolitan was amazing. Don't think I could stay at any other Vegas hotel anymore. We got upgraded to a Terrace Suit which is almost 1,000 square feet in size. One bedroom, two full bathrooms, kitchen, terrace overlooking the Bellagio fountains. My apartment in Vancouver is practically half the size...
The staff were great as well.
Ate a ton of food, so here is my quick review of some highlights:
- Wicked Spoon buffet for dinner - I've heard mixed reviews, but this was by-far the best buffet in Vegas. Their "make your own" bouillabaisse station was excellent, on the night I went they had black cod, shrimp, clams, mussels, etc. Tons of seafood and a strong mix of salads, soups, and other well prepared items. Dessert was the only miss.
- Momofuku - Only been open for 2 weeks, but it was an expertly prepared meal. Prices are reasonable for what you get, and the service was outstanding. New restaurants usually have some hiccups, but I didn't really see any. The sweet and sour long beans were my favorite part of the meal.
- Jaleo - Went for happy hour, but ended up ordering a bit of food. Place has a great vibe. Bartenders are knowledgeable. They make fresh paella throughout the night, it looked amazing but I didn't get any. Their tapas which I did have were all solid.
- Eggslut - Ate breakfast here 3 times. Affordable compared to other options, and freshly prepared. Just as good as the LA location in my opinion. Can't go wrong with any of the sandwiches. The scrambled eggs are super creamy. I felt The Slut was a bit overhyped though.
- Hash House A Go Go - Terrible, don't bother. Over sized american portions. Quality isn't there. They ran out of coffee by noon?
- Trevi - One of the better happy hours. Solid list of cheap and well made drinks. Good appetizers, especially the calamari. |
went to cosmo but didnt try the best pizza place in vegas? secret pizza place when drunk?
shake my head..... and I agree about the wicked spoon being the best buffet in vegas
i tried the $100 CAD / $75 USD buffet from caesars?? or was it the bellagio?
just garbage.... waste of money... old food, old place, old everything
wicked spoon feels like its more fresh in every way.
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Can someone tell good or unusual dating spots? Or what was your the most unusual date? THanks for sharing!
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