OT Current State: Las Vegas

[brasssbonanzaa]

At this point, on weekends it'll mostly resemble what you know of Las Vegas minus packed nightclubs and most shows and face covers required everywhere. Both of the shows and clubs though look to be open by July 4. Weekdays there remain very slow due to no conventions.

Restaurants and bars are open with slightly reduced capacity, still some plexiglass on table games with a few less people than normal.

The only thing that might get annoying is they've yet to drop the mask requirement outside at pools unless you're in the water. So even if you're sitting in your own chair not moving the state makes them tell you to keep your mask on...it's a tad excessive and in the desert heat it can get uncomfortable quick. It wouldn't shock me if they drop the outdoor mask requirement before the summer heat hits. I was there last year during the summer and wearing one outside when it's 105 is not easy for extended periods of time.

Re: the Uber/Lyft situation, my understanding is the lack of availability is due to the state not allowing them to charge any surge pricing due to the state of emergency. Thus many drivers find it not profitable to go out and drive.

 

[UConnfan4ever]

I just got back from 3 days at the Wynn.

Whether Vegas makes sense to go to now, depends on what you like to do in Vegas. I like to eat, drink and gamble...that's pretty much the same now, so I had fun. If you like shows or clubs, it's not a good time to go.

During the week...it's not busy. I have heard the weekends are very busy. So...during the week...no problem getting in restaurants or getting an Uber. I think the weekends are a different story.

Two things are very different right now in Vegas....the smell of weed is everywhere. Including on hotel floors.... elevators. Not a big deal, just an observation. Another difference is that since it is generally cheaper right now in Vegas....Vegas is attracting a different crowd.

So...things are not completely back to normal, but I enjoyed myself this week.

Coincidentally we posted at the same time. Surprised you didn't have a problem with getting an Uber. The smell weed everywhere is much different from my last visit which was 3 years ago. You are right a very different crowd.

 

[temery]

Over the last year, I've done a good bit of traveling domestically. I've been to Seattle, Portland, Hilton Head (4x) and Florida for pennies on the dollar. I'm heading to Vegas on May 8th and I'm curious if anyone who has been recently has any thoughts or opinions on the current state in Vegas? If it helps, I'm 34 and going with my girlfriend. Thanks!

You are going to be offered "escort" flyers on every street corner. Walk on the inside of the sidewalk so they are handed to your girlfriend.

 

[Chin Diesel]

You are going to be offered "escort" flyers on every street corner. Walk on the inside of the sidewalk so they are handed to your girlfriend.

Are these employment flyers or services offered flyers?

Need clarification before I decide whose walking on the inside of the sidewalk.

 

[StllH8L8ner]

I've been there several times for March Madness and it is amazing. So many games in front of you, cold beer at your fingertips and tons of people.

Highly recommended.

I went to Vegas for the opening weekend of March Madness every year for about 10 years straight. IMO, it's one of the best times to go, although I've never been there for the Superbowl. Wake up early, throw in some bets, set up shop somewhere (we used to frequent ESPNZone) and watch games all day. Great time.

 

[ShakyTheMohel]

Coincidentally we posted at the same time. Surprised you didn't have a problem with getting an Uber. The smell weed everywhere is much different from my last visit which was 3 years ago. You are right a very different crowd.

I took Uber on Wednesday morning from Wynn to Nugget...and then back in the afternoon....2 minute wait each time. I would guess weekdays during the day aren't a problem. I did ask the driver about a shortage of drivers and he said that if you don't really want to work it's easier to just collect unemployment than to start driving again.

 

[UCDaveD]

Taxis seem to be cheaper than Uber and Lyft everywhere now.

True.

Uber wanted 20% more than a taxi to take me from O’Hare to my hotel.

 

[Yankees32123]

I was in Vegas briefly last month to start a national park road trip. It's pretty much fully open, expect some shows still aren't happening. Crowds weren't too bad.

 

[HuskyFich]

Currently in Vegas for the weekend.
It’s opened up for sure. still have restrictions in place and some places are closing a little earlier than normal, but the only thing that’s missing currently are the shows and performances.

so, if you’re coming to Vegas for the right reasons, you should have no problem.

 

[FairwayFlyer]

Currently in Vegas for the weekend.
It’s opened up for sure. still have restrictions in place and some places are closing a little earlier than normal, but the only thing that’s missing currently are the shows and performances.

so, if you’re coming to Vegas for the right reasons, you should have no problem.

Thanks Fich, we plan on spending most of the time at the pool and the blackjack tables as opposed to shows.

 

[HuskyFich]

Thanks Fich, we plan on spending most of the time at the pool and the blackjack tables as opposed to shows.

Sounds great! Just try and reserve a spot at the pool ahead of time if possible. They’re a little strict with the distancing on the pool decks

 

[brasssbonanzaa]

Thanks Fich, we plan on spending most of the time at the pool and the blackjack tables as opposed to shows.

Then you'll be just fine and won't have any issues doing anything. +1 to Fich's suggestion about getting to the pool early and/or reserving a spot ahead of time if you can. With no dayclubs open, many folks are using pools as the daytime outdoor drinking/eating activity of choice.

 

[FlakeyFoont]

Was there March 3-6. The thing that wasn't normal was playing at the tables. At the Mirage there were three seats per table rather than the normal six. Plexiglass partitions separating the players and separating players from the dealer. Slots on the bottom of the plexiglass for betting. Dealers wearing double masks and with the combo of masks and partitions, it is a joke trying to communicate.

The morning I left, March 6, I put some 'scarole on the Huskies (-9 1/2 vs Georgetown) before heading to the airport. Heading back on May 4 to collect.

 

[HCCForever]

I went to Vegas for the opening weekend of March Madness every year for about 10 years straight. IMO, it's one of the best times to go, although I've never been there for the Superbowl. Wake up early, throw in some bets, set up shop somewhere (we used to frequent ESPNZone) and watch games all day. Great time.

This will be in my plans next March if all goes well. A former UConn dormmate has lived out there for years and told me how great it is during March Madness. And if the tournament starts on Thursday which is St. Paddy's day, even better. A good excuse for this lad to drink not that I need one.

 

[HooperScooper]

This will be in my plans next March if all goes well. A former UConn dormmate has lived out there for years and told me how great it is during March Madness. And if the tournament starts on Thursday which is St. Paddy's day, even better. A good excuse for this lad to drink not that I need one.

I will be there also. A bunch of friends wanted to visit one of our friends who moved to Vegas a couple years ago and we decided on March Madness. Had plane tickets and hotel reservations for last March and all of a sudden everything was going down with the pandemic and we decided to cancel once all the conference tournaments got upended. The NCAA Tournament got canceled shortly after that. So we're now making plans for next March. Can't wait.

 

[ShakyTheMohel]

Was there March 3-6. The thing that wasn't normal was playing at the tables. At the Mirage there were three seats per table rather than the normal six. Plexiglass partitions separating the players and separating players from the dealer. Slots on the bottom of the plexiglass for betting. Dealers wearing double masks and with the combo of masks and partitions, it is a joke trying to communicate.

The morning I left, March 6, I put some 'scarole on the Huskies (-9 1/2 vs Georgetown) before heading to the airport. Heading back on May 4 to collect.

That is a good point on table games...the plexiglass dividers are annoying. And table minimums are very high.