Where To Stay in Las Vegas - Engraving Etc. Forum

From:	PenMan	27 Jan 2006
To:	ALL	1 of 33

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For those going to the ARA show in Las Vegas, where do you stay? I've never been there before but am looking forward to it this year. Pen Man (aka Chris Tegard) Treasured Creations

From:	Stunt Engraver (DGL)	27 Jan 2006
To:	PenMan	2 of 33

2831.2 In reply to 2831.1
Chris, Last year, at the recommendation of Harvey & Dee Lentchner, I stayed at Arizona Charlie's. A little off the beaten path, but the price was right, food was good and the rooms were very clean. I'm planning on staying there again, this year. There are two locations. Boulder & Decatur locations. Last year, I made reservations online and got the Decatur location and later found out Dee & Harvey were at the Boulder location. I wasn't able to change venues, so this year I'm shooting for the Boulder location. David "The Stunt Engraver" Lavaneri DGL Engraving Port Hueneme, CA

From:	Zonas	27 Jan 2006
To:	PenMan	3 of 33

2831.3 In reply to 2831.1

I purchased the Las Vegas Advisor coupon book (apx. $50.00) and received a coupon good for two nights at the Hilton for $55.00 each night. Little higher than other places, but I love only carrying all the samples and brochures up the elevator :-) Plus I'm close to Quarks ;-) .

Zona
Zona's Engraved Creations

From:	Engravin' Dave (DATAKES)	27 Jan 2006
To:	Zonas	4 of 33

2831.4 In reply to 2831.3

Zona,

How long ago did you book your room?

From:	Zonas	27 Jan 2006
To:	Engravin' Dave (DATAKES)	5 of 33

2831.5 In reply to 2831.4
January 11. The coupon allows 2 nights Sun - Thursday. If you want to see if they have any rooms left before purchasing the coupon book call Las Vegas Hilton's toll free #. These are booked through VIP services ask for the Las Vegas Advisor $55.00 room rate. Then you go through group sales for any other nights at the ARA rate of $126.00 if you need more nights. There is no 'code' on coupon - you just have to present the coupon (still attached to book) at time of check in/out. If you get the room then go to www.lasvegasadvisor.com and purchase the coupon booklet. Come on David.....SW has cheap air fare out of KC if you purchase before the end of January. :-) Zona

From:	Engravin' Dave (DATAKES)	28 Jan 2006
To:	Zonas	6 of 33

2831.6 In reply to 2831.5

Zona,

I'm still working on it. If I pull it off, I'll be flying out on Wednesday afternoon and returning late Friday evening.

From:	Stunt Engraver (DGL)	28 Jan 2006
To:	Engravin' Dave (DATAKES)	7 of 33

2831.7 In reply to 2831.6

David,

Sounds like we'd be on a similar timeline. I'll be showing up Wednesday and leaving Friday evening.

Hope you can make it, but it's not always easy, timewise, or affordable, to get away.

David "The Stunt Engraver" Lavaneri
DGL Engraving
Port Hueneme, CA

EDITED: 28 Jan 2006 by DGL

From:	Dee (DEENA-ONLY)	28 Jan 2006
To:	Engravin' Dave (DATAKES)	8 of 33

2831.8 In reply to 2831.6

Do I detect a glimmer of hope that you will be there?

Dee

Philadelphia, PA (Really Bensalem)

From:	Cody (BOBTNAILER)	29 Jan 2006
To:	UCONN Dave & Lynn too (DANDL48)	11 of 33

2831.11 In reply to 2831.10
Has the golf plan changed from the original? I realize that Friday is largely for the show, but how cool would it be for some of us to get out and play that day?

From:	Engravin' Dave (DATAKES)	29 Jan 2006
To:	UCONN Dave & Lynn too (DANDL48)	13 of 33

2831.13 In reply to 2831.10

Nope, have to sell my sticks to make the trip. :D

Actually, my sticks haven't seen much sun in the past five years. I still have fond memories of the game that actually financed the start-up of the business I now enjoy.

Not just the fear of making a complete career change, but also the starting of a new business from scratch, would cause anyone to put their leisure interests on the back burner. As my business continues to grow, I will surely re-claim some of that leisure time, along with the dusting off of the golf clubs.

Things are looking up on this front, as I have interviewed my first employee prospect this past Saturday. I recruited her. If she accepts the position, I will be excited about the positive impact she will have on the continued growth of the business. Even more exciting than that will be the personal and professional growth she will gain from working in such a great industry.

EDITED: 29 Jan 2006 by DATAKES

From:	GBengraver	30 Jan 2006
To:	Engravin' Dave (DATAKES)	15 of 33

2831.15 In reply to 2831.13
*As my business continues to grow, I will surely re-claim some of that leisure time,* Yeah me too, fifteen years later I'm working more hours than I ever have (down to about 60-70 per). (devil) "Nothing is really work unless you would rather be doing something else."

From:	PenMan	2 Feb 2006
To:	Stunt Engraver (DGL)	17 of 33

2831.17 In reply to 2831.2
I'm booking my room at Arizona Charlie's Boulder location today. I look forward to meeting you. I will be driving my 7 passenger van. Is parking difficult at the show? Is there a better way to get around Las Vegas? Pen Man (aka Chris Tegard) Treasured Creations

From:	Stunt Engraver (DGL)	2 Feb 2006
To:	PenMan	18 of 33

2831.18 In reply to 2831.17
Chris, Looking forward to meeting you as well. There's ample parking at the Convention Center (pay) or if you don't mind a bit of a walk, from the adjacent LV Hilton, you can park there free. I've usually driven, while in Vegas, so I don't have much experience in the other methods of getting around. David "The Stunt Engraver" Lavaneri DGL Engraving Port Hueneme, CA

From:	John (ICTJOHN)	2 Feb 2006
To:	PenMan	19 of 33

2831.19 In reply to 2831.17

Chris,

About the only rule about driving in Vegas is:

1. Don't drive on the "Strip" unless you have plenty of time.......
from the Sahara south to the MGM Grand can get very busy.

Your van will be great for getting around.......I'm sure you won't have any problem filling up those other 6 seats ;-)

John
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