7 day Vacation: Vegas or an All Inclusive Resort ?

We're wondering which is a better option to choose. We are looking for a
"resort" style vacation in September or early October where we can get
ample and sun and pool.

In the past, we've typically done the Mexico AI thing but we're not
drinking as much as we used to. We were in Vegas last month for 4 nights
and we couldnt get enough of the place. We got the $59/night special at
the Aladdin and typically ate at the buffets and used coupons. We also
checked out the Orleans and for the price the food was ok.

We don't wish to break the bank and would like to do some sightseeing
which we didnt do last time.

When would be the best time to look for hotel specials for the fall? I
was thinking as a last resort, to stay at the Orleans since they often
have $48/night specials but I don't know how their pool area is. The
Monte Carlo didn't have a very good pool layout since the sun was often
blocked by the building early in the day. I think we shouldnt stay
there.

If we do do the AI thing, we have thought about doing Cuba because of
the cost.

Any suggestions?

Seven days is more than I'd want to spend in Vegas. Three nights (Tues-Fri)
is just right.

Blondee_yvr wrote:

> If we do do the AI thing, we have thought about doing Cuba because of
> the cost.
>
> Any suggestions?

Cuba? How is that cheaper? You'd have to go there illegally from Canada
or somewhere. And Ive seen on travel channel Cuban hotels and
restaurants have gotten really pricey since more Europeans are going
there.

In article <q_y8g.146763$7a.76696@pd7tw1no>,
"Blondee_yvr" <none@none.com> wrote:

> We're wondering which is a better option to choose. We are looking for a
> "resort" style vacation in September or early October where we can get
> ample and sun and pool.

The weather in Las Vegas may not be suitable for lounging by a pool.

> In the past, we've typically done the Mexico AI thing but we're not
> drinking as much as we used to. We were in Vegas last month for 4 nights
> and we couldnt get enough of the place. We got the $59/night special at
> the Aladdin and typically ate at the buffets and used coupons. We also
> checked out the Orleans and for the price the food was ok.
>
> We don't wish to break the bank and would like to do some sightseeing
> which we didnt do last time.
>
> When would be the best time to look for hotel specials for the fall? I
> was thinking as a last resort, to stay at the Orleans since they often
> have $48/night specials but I don't know how their pool area is. The
> Monte Carlo didn't have a very good pool layout since the sun was often
> blocked by the building early in the day. I think we shouldnt stay
> there.
>
> If we do do the AI thing, we have thought about doing Cuba because of
> the cost.
>
> Any suggestions?

Hold off until August and you should see some deals.

traveler wrote:
: Cuba? How is that cheaper? You'd have to go there illegally from
: Canada or somewhere. And Ive seen on travel channel Cuban hotels and
: restaurants have gotten really pricey since more Europeans are going
: there.

Being from Canada, that wouldn't be a problem. A package for 7 nights
at an AI 3* in Varadero (popular hangout for Europeans and Canadians) is
~$783 US including air. That's just a little over $100 day including
all the food and (alcholic) your stomach and liver can absorb. With
this kind of a price, Florida isn't even an option. Airfare alone is
over $300 per person + hotel and accomodations from Western Canada.

You see, that's why we are wondering. However, the above package is in
June only. Something around $100/day per person including food, drink,
and air is our budget.

I thought Vegas would be cheaper in the fall, how come it's not?

Shawn Hirn wrote:
: The weather in Las Vegas may not be suitable for lounging by a pool.

Really? I checked Weatherunderground and for September, the highs have
been around 33C or around 90F. It did start to dip around late October
though.

: Hold off until August and you should see some deals.

Thanks, will do.

Blondee_yvr wrote:
> traveler wrote:

>
> I thought Vegas would be cheaper in the fall, how come it's not?

The middle of July to the end of August has some of the best deals.
Good time to suntan also. Just go out early in the morning after
breakfast, and its very nice.