Fontainebleau Vegas VIP Review, Caesars Cuts Perks, $25 Vegas Concerts, Bad Street Meat & Luxor Leak

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Episode Description
This week Caesars Rewards took away a perk from some of their higher status members without any notice or explanation. First they closed the lounges and now many Diamond Plus members are losing their free drinks. Why did Caesars suddenly devalue their program in this way and is it a bad look for the gaming giant?
In other #news it was a busy weekend in Las Vegas with cooler temps, high winds and the last minute cancelation of one of the city's biggest music festivals. We also discuss the return of Lotus of Siam, what it is like as a VIP at Fontainebleau, Rio's burgers, saving a historic prospector, how to score $25 concert tickets in Vegas and Criss Angel's "garage sale" where you can buy old tricks!
Episode Guide:
0:00 Official sneaker cleaner of F-1
0:43 Busy weekend in Vegas - Insane airport lines
2:14 Windy weather & Lovers & Friends Festival cancelation
4:17 Long term Luxor leak
5:46 Unsafe street vendor meat - Big crackdown
7:38 Historic prospectors find new home at Pioneer Saloon
9:48 Live Nation Concert Week - $25 tickets for big Vegas acts
11:24 Lotus of Siam returning at original location
12:23 Rio’s food court burger looks great
13:04 Kyu (Fontainebleau) $125 tasting menu
13:58 Fontainebleau comp/VIP Review - Incredibly impressive?
15:23 Shortcut to get into Fontainebleau’s exclusive Poodle Room
17:28 Criss Angel’s “Garage Sale”
18:58 Caesars devalues big elite player perk
20:13 Is Caesars “attacking” members?
Relevant Links:
Street vendor meat - www.fox5vegas.com/2024/05/02/...
x.com/JaclynFOX5Vegas/status/...
Concert week - www.livenation.com/promotion/...
KYU tasting menu - x.com/JessMagdefrau/status/17...
x.com/JessMagdefrau/status/17...
Fontainebleau VIP review - vegassnob.com/2024/05/05/font...
Criss Angel sale - crissangel.com/studiosale
Caesars devalues - x.com/john_mehaffey/status/17...
x.com/john_mehaffey/status/17...
x.com/shastalaflare/status/17...
Produced & Edited by: Shawn Coomer
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[@Milestomemories]

What do you think of the sudden Caesars Rewards changes?

[@aheroictaxidriver3180]

My local casino devalued players club points about a year ago, with no notice. The conversion to dollars was 300 to $1 forever, and all of a sudden they switched to 400 for $1. People who had been conserving their points got hosed big time.

[@jonathansykes4986]

Trash changes made by new ownership to clear up debt fast. Screwing over the old customers. Nothing new in the business world. A new sucker turns 21 every minute.

[@fantastiqueberliotz1209]

As Caesars goes, so too will MGM Intl. That's my prediction anyway. " I honestly don't get it. They are driving people away. What service industry does that? All I can say is I'm glad I moved my play to Station's casinos. VERY happy with their players club, their free self AND valet parking, the plethora of VP machines with good pay scales, their restaurants and their friendly staff. Our last trip out in April we drove to Durango and were very impressed with everything there. What a beautiful property.

[@aimeesierra7240]

Caesars - from their hotels, restaurants, and especially customer service - has been in a constant state of hyper accelerated "Devaluation" since 2018. However, people will still go and let themselves get shit on and ripped off by this company.

[@MACMAMI]

I mean, it's Eldorado-era Caesars. Pretty self-explanatory. (shoulder shrug)

[@RM1969RM]

Caesars sent out a survey email only 2 hours after you guys posted this video. The email was about improving guest experience. I think they may be watching your videos.

[@hapaguy2001]

I stopped going to Caesars after my buddy and I both lost our Diamond + status. We were loyal Caeser's fans that were Diamond's for over 10 years and we got locked down during COVID and weren't able to go and lost our Diamond status. We spoke to our casino host and he said there was nothing they could do. OK well we will never step foot in a Caesar's property again!

[@trey9540]

Did any other major casino company let anyone keep their status after people couldn’t play during the COVID lockdowns? I haven’t heard of another doing that but doesn’t mean another major company didn’t. Did MGM let people keep status? Boyd, penn gaming, stations, etc?

[@hapaguy2001]

@@trey9540 I don't know about MGM but I didn't lose any of my points or status from Venetian/Palazzo or from Wynn!

[@tylertilla4654]

@@trey9540cosmopolitan did

[@kristhomwhite1042]

re: luxor leak, maybe if they leave the leak happening long enough, it will naturally put the Nile River ride back

[@Milestomemories]

Yaaaas!

[@Elhastezy888]

Omg 🤣🤣 too funny!!

[@markostermann6632]

I like this silver lining

[@lindasd7591]

😅😂 good one!

[@dinomartin1257]

We didn't have a clue on what to do on our 23rd anniversary. We saw your video on KZbin and the info on Duran Duran at the Wynn Encore on the 4th. We grabbed 2 tickets and had a great time! Thanks for the info and keep up the great videos!

[@Elhastezy888]

Those Duran Duran boys Rock!!! Seen em twice, glad you posted

[@markostermann6632]

Awesome - Happy Anniversary

[@Milestomemories]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@thynErro]

I worked at the Luxor for 2 years, and that is a classic Luxor solution to leaks. Also the Luxor is SUPER prone to leaking during rain. We used to call it the Leaxor.

[@Elhastezy888]

🤣🤣🤣

[@Milestomemories]

Haha you learn something new everyday!

[@jbz1r]

I was in Vegas last week. Took a taxi to off strip location. Same price as Uber and zero wait for a taxi.

[@johnrinck4883]

The airport is still packed, so people are still coming. They will devalue the perks until people stop coming. Visitors to the new Las Vegas do not have the same expectations as the visitors of the past.

[@Milestomemories]

That is true

[@Travelingmanvegas]

Ceasars just sent out a survey asking about their players reward program and what I thought. I told them the same thing that you just said. I was Diamond plus till the lounges were taken out. I don't gamble much at Ceasars properties now. They have gotten very cheap.

[@jayce8001]

Yep SAME! I think their survey team is about to get ROCKED, and not in a good way.

[@Travelingmanvegas]

@@jayce8001 I hope so

[@JudgeCrater22]

Caesars is owned by Vici Properties Inc., which has in the past 15 years bought up almost all the Las Vegas Strip real estate. An endless supply of investment money from somewhere. Vici Properties hires companies to manage their casinos. The top shareholders of Vici are BlackRock, Vanguard and State Street. This BlackRock Triad interlocking directorate owns 30% of Vici Properties Inc. shares - total control. Which is why prices in Las Vegas have skyrocketed - the monopoly effect.

[@tw5139]

@@JudgeCrater22 Vici does not own Caesars. Vici is a landlord to alot of Caesars Property. The former El Dorado casinos merged with the bankrupt previous Caesars and they own and manage it. You don't know what the F you're talking about.

[@markostermann6632]

What hilarious timing after they just jobbed a whole bunch of members

[@fredparker6836]

I said this before on your channel. Never eat from a street vendor

[@markostermann6632]

A safe rule to live by

[@jayce8001]

I noticed the caesars cut on benefits, too. They also happened to send me a survey just today and sent it even before the premier of this vid. I lit them UP. I have been Diamond Plus or Diamond Elite every year for 6 years (not tier matched) and the stuff you get compared to EVERY OTHER BRAND in Vegas, Atlantic City, Etc offer so much more. This year, I will likely lose Diamond completely because the incentive to do business with them is completely gone for me. What is crazy is that they do have the ability to eat every other resort brands lunch with the benefits they could actually offer. But yet..

[@Milestomemories]

That company is so cheap. I didn’t know Eldorado well as a company before they took over but apparently that was their reputation before as well.

[@jayce8001]

@Milestomemories They operate like they don't want to stay in business anymore. I had my gripes of MGM cutting a bunch of stuff (drink robots for one recent example, they way they treat locals now, removal of dedicated casino hosts, etc), but what Ceasars has done under Eldorado is absolutely insane. I wrote quite the essay in the comment field of the survey. I hope by some miracle someone reads it.

[@stephenbeecher7545]

Caesars cutting off the 4 daily drinks, is eliminating those tips for the bar staff too. C'mon Caesars!

[@JJLVegas]

I love your videos. I Uber full time in Vegas and I’ve passed along many insights from your videos to my passengers. I’ve also recommend your channel to many people. Thanks for all your hard work

[@markostermann6632]

That is awesome - thank you so much. We may need to get some stories from you some time about passenger craziness haha

[@chrisguardiano6143]

When it comes to using Uber/Lyft from Harry Reid Airport, I have found that it is signficantly cheaper to get a taxi or even take the public bus (which I did on my January 2022 trip) to the Strip. It is also less hassle mainly because both taxis & the bus are all ready to go when I exit the terminal in most cases unlike Uber/Lyft in which you have to wait especially if it's busy. The only times I have used Uber/Lyft in Vegas have been when I have gone to both the North & South Premium Outlet Malls (mainly because I didn't want to carry the things I bought on the Deuce bus) or visiting family who live in Henderson.

[@realrocker777]

KYU was the place we ate at, and fawned over, here back in December! The food was100% fantastic!!!!!! Totally to die for. We tried many items (right after grand opening - no specials offered) and even though it was much more expensive that way, it was well worth it. We actually ate there 4 more times on that trip it was that good - and had the entire restaurant to ourselves on Christmas night, December 25th. It was so magical and amazing. We love that place! That deal is so amazing!! Say hi to my girl Dayton (manager) for me if you go!

[@Elhastezy888]

Awesome Post! Love the mental pic of Christmas lol👍🏻

[@VegasMikeE]

Hey thanks for the shout out on the Fontainebleau review! To clarify, I was told Poodle Room access isn't for all suites, just guests of Fleur de Lis. It's my understanding those can go as low as $1000 per night, but realistically, when I priced them for an average September weekend, they were asking $2500-$3800 for some of the smaller units.

[@Milestomemories]

Thanks for the clarification and for writing that up! I always appreciate your insights.

[@allenemory8179]

You would have to pay me $5 a month to have to listen to Mark cackle beyond to what I am put through on you non subscription channel

[@getmeouttatennessee4473]

​@allenemory8179 Huh?

[@markostermann6632]

@@allenemory8179 check is in the mail bud!

[@markostermann6632]

Great info - thank you and excellent review!

[@sophiasavanna1329]

Pioneer salon has so much history inside, A bullet hole in the wall after somebody got shot in a carrd game & Clark Gable waited at the bar there for a couple of days for news to see if his wife made it from a plane crash

[@markostermann6632]

I am excited to check it out next trip

[@user-gf7zf9sx7w]

Agree about the new Caesars comps cutback being very customer unfriendly.

[@Twofortheroad621]

Last month we grabbed a cab 5 minutes after luggage for $25 (before the surcharge hit) to the Park MGM at rush hour. Very organized pick-up area and a newer, clean vehicle. We used UBER throughout town after that.

[@dan9222scandiguy]

The public transit would have been $3. It drops you off at MGM Grand or NYNY.

[@Twofortheroad621]

@@dan9222scandiguy I’ve ridden the Vegas bus before . Don’t want to spoil myself with too much of a good thing .

[@danielnicholson9924]

I used to be an avid Caesars customer, they still send me free stuff, discounts, comp rooms etc. but I just can’t seem to patronize their casinos, we may stop in for a beer, or to get out of the heat. Have to say that we have booked MGM properties exclusively for the last three or four years. I don’t understand how they continue to bite the hand that feeds them. Love the F-1 intro!!!

[@Milestomemories]

It’s crazy how different Caesars is compared to before 2020. Of course it is basically a new company (Eldorado) so I guess it makes sense.

[@danielnicholson9924]

Agreed, nothing is getting cheaper, however still a bad idea in my opinion.

[@markostermann6632]

@@Milestomemories even more so - it was a great program (I would say the best) in like 2013-2014 and they have cut it to nothingness

[@paullaurencesweeney5255]

Always great to see recognition of mining and prospecting history!

[@Milestomemories]

Hopefully they get the money to restore the prospectors to their former glory. They were looking a bit rough over at Terrible’s.

[@paullaurencesweeney5255]

@@Milestomemories That would be fantastic!

[@markostermann6632]

Such a cool part of the history

[@realrocker777]

"Damnation Alley" movie 1977 featured Las Vegas as a desert wasteland after World War III. The only hotel left was Circus Circus. Full movie is on youtube.

[@Elhastezy888]

I was born in Vegas in the 70's and *JUST* from the statement "Circus Circus will be the only one left" gives me reason to believe the movie 🤣 Predictive programming

[@RamzLightz86]

Mark is right about dimming the lights at Fontainebleu. It's way too bright for a casino.

[@Milestomemories]

Yeah I think that would change things a lot. Put in some soft colored LEDs and have them very slowly color change at a dimmer level.

[@cocoanutpomeranian7987]

Having been coming to Vegas since the late 70s I have experienced all of the changes and it’s not the same. The properties are more sophisticated and eye popping but the casino’s now have all the warmth and charm of McDonald’s. The days where dealers knew you and pit bosses could comp you dinners, shows and line passes are pretty much over. The personalization is gone and if you’re old enough to remember how it used to be it’s a bit sad. We’ve been there over a hundred times for sure and we will keep coming back but behind the snazzy hotels the real Vegas is tough to find and we miss it.

[@Milestomemories]

It’s definitely a different place. There are still some smaller off Strip casinos where things are more old school but you’re absolutely right. There are some better things but the intimacy has been lost and it is more homogenous now compared to the past.

[@Elhastezy888]

Love this post 🤍 Very sorry it has gone away (sincerely) happy you had those years. I was born in Vegas early 70's, 3rd generation battle born. My granny worked w/Frank Sinatra + Bugsy Segel.. .. .. .. truly is the end of an Era. we were blessed

[@sherrellbennett1333]

In November of 1967 I put my first quarter into a slot machine, got 2 back and was hooked. I remember getting dressed up to go to a show, free drinks, .99 cent full ham & eggs breakfast and $4.99 prime rib dinners. Then when I was a bit older I was introduced to having a casino host, who treated me like a queen, with free fabulous dinners, free shows, free suites and as much as I wanted to drink - really made me feel special. All of that is gone now. I am a video poker player and most places treat VP players like their money doesn't count. I no longer have a desire to go to Vegas. Shows, rooms and meals have skyrocketed to ridiculous amounts that have shoved the middle class out.

[@BrettMcNary]

agreed. Vegas used to take care of you, now Vegas is where the sheep go to get sheared

[@Elhastezy888]

@@sherrellbennett1333 🩷 love the memories.. .. .. thank you for sharing many blessings

[@patriciafrick8006]

Caesars, I've been loyal for 20 years with you, what you seem to forget , I like to come to Vegas but I don't have to come to Vegas and I certainly don't have to stay at your properties.

[@markostermann6632]

It is sad to see how far companies have drifted for rewarding loyalty. Only locally owned business do it for the most part now

[@AgGuy07]

Haven't bothered with uber from the airport in several trips. Taxi is close in price, and I have had zero wait.

[@Milestomemories]

It’s crazy how long the taxi line used to be and now barely anyone uses them.

[@tomvu1470]

​​@@MilestomemoriesIf the cab companies didn't have any drivers doing "long haul" grifting on drives from the airport, there might still be long lineups from people wanting to use them

[@marianne4468]

it's been set rates for taxis for several years now ( since 2019) specifically to prevent the " long hauls" The drivers will be cited if they try to. click on the Las Vegas airport zones quick map at this link. The most you can get charged is $30. taxi.nv.gov/Rider_Info/Las_Vegas_Strip_Airport_Zones_Fares/

[@MB-rr1fb]

@@tomvu1470 How do you long haul a flat rate fare ?

[@lblum610]

I prefer the taxi from the airport because of the flat rate. And now I can get from the airport to mid strip in about 10 mins.

[@kevmacmcgregor9518]

Ceasers is getting worse, i hate that I maintain status with them and they keep doing this. Thank you for pointing out they change this mid year and not honoring their commitments. And they’re not listening. MGM, hit me up

[@bobchoi8688]

Caesar’s took away my diamond plus drinks starting May 1st. I talked to a host and he said they took away from around 1000 “unprofitable” players , mostly poker players. Shawn is correct. They should not take away the 4-drink benefit especially without any notice. I used to work in litigation and I am sure Caesar put clauses in their reward agreements but the way they took away the benefits: only from a subset of diamond plus players and without notice makes the case very litigable. I have approached former colleagues for a law firm specialist contact in Nevada. Most importantly I am waiting for the damage to accumulate; 1000 players for $100 per day equal to $100k per day and $3 million per month. At around $6 million, we will likely approach Caesars for a discussion and over $12 million without punitive damages, class action lawsuit will be under consideration. I know of 3 other diamond plus players who are also affected. So we already establish a base class.

[@Milestomemories]

Crazy they would do it for 1,000 players. Just eat it and change the rules with notice. I hope they make it right! I know loyalty programs have a lot of latitude with changing things so I hope you are successful.

[@Elhastezy888]

this channel gets *THE* *BEST* comments!!

[@markostermann6632]

How cheap - get all that press over 1,000 players at $2 a drink in cost. Wild.

[@joeytorres1105]

When the class action begins, please let me know so I can be part of it

[@executiveauto4428]

Can't force a casino to supply free drinks

[@PaigowMaster777]

These guys are literally the best. Always love watching and it's great them giving you the low down on what's going in Vegas.

[@markostermann6632]

Appreciate the kind words!

[@Milestomemories]

Thank you so much!

[@aheroictaxidriver3180]

Maybe just a weird coincidence, but Caesars is cutting their comps at the exact same time that the Rio is offering to match comps.

[@markostermann6632]

Good for Rio

[@alyonapetrova694]

In the last quarterly call, CET, restated that their DAILY interest on their debt load is $6.5 MILLION dollars per DAY! Debt is at $12.4 BILLION! Think about that! WHO is playing slots at CET properties? You gotta be crazy!

[@optimize4242]

I havent been in a Caesars casino to gamble in two years they have no good rewards program. I stick to MGM they hook me just right it could be better though. ✌

[@FlyLikeDove]

I've had two comped trips to FontaineBleau now and have been able to try a few of the restaurants and food court kiosks, as well as the spa. I'm hooked! Their service is top notch, and I have felt safe and comfortable there. They got me! I'm still an MGM fan, but definitely found a second home with FB. 😊 Oh yes, and SO happy about the original Lotus of Siam opening back up. I have loved the Flamingo location, but Red Rock is bunk.

[@stevensnolimitvideopoker]

Thanks for the video guys. I can't believe I still haven't been in the Fountainbleau. I guess because MGM and Resorts World allows me to film while I play and give they give me great offers

[@Milestomemories]

Gotta head across the street to check it out! They seem to be super strict about filming but not sure about slot play.

[@stevensnolimitvideopoker]

@@Milestomemories appreciate the advice. I will have to try this weekend.

[@johnplamann726]

Take the bus out of the Airport and go to either the UNLV or Southern Terminal, each are 1 or 2 stops away and get a ride from there. Or just go to the Southern Terminal and transfer to the DEUCE which goes right up the strip(ask for the transfer when you get on the first bus). Either way the cost of a bus ride is cheaper than the airport fee of uber, lyft or taxis and while I wouldn't go North of UNLV with a full load of Luggage everything south is very airport oriented and secure.

[@westsparks6844]

Bus is like $5 only. Used to do it when it was $2

[@aheroictaxidriver3180]

Miles to Memories = top dog of LV updates. I would take one of those miners in a heartbeat. UTEP could use them.

[@Milestomemories]

Thank you!

[@fredk9999]

Yes, I’ve experienced same. I checked on Uber when the plane touched down. But I had to collect luggage and when I booked, the quote was higher. They say it depends on demand.

[@Milestomemories]

It happened to me almost every time so I never open the app until I’m ready to go.

[@jeffmande4671]

Taxi it is! The Uber pick up area at the airport is a nightmare! Transportation from the airport to the Strip needs to be addressed!

[@freeman436]

I like how the guy looking at the water leak had on a nautical cap. Very proactive.

[@fredk9999]

Thank you to our co-hosts for this Tuesday segmen.

[@Milestomemories]

Thank you for watching!

[@markostermann6632]

Thanks Fred!

[@dan9222scandiguy]

The ride share line was crazy. Try the BUS from the airport. The public transit to MGM and New York NY is simple and just $3. Yes, you can bring your luggage onto the bus.

[@atleastihavewhisky7386]

I get the commentary on taking a taxi from the airport, but you guys may want to keep in mind that the Taxi solution is not always the best... In March I hopped in a taxi at Resorts World to go quickly to Fontainebleau because the Uber line was long.. turns out that the Taxicab Authority has been implementing surcharges and during the first week of the NCAA tournament, it was $10 on top of the initial rate charged before even driving away. I noticed the meter was reading $15.99 before we even turned onto the strip. I showed the cab driver that the Uber rate would have been $8.50 for the entire trip which ended up costing me over $20. It's no wonder that the visitors have opted against taxis for a more technology friendly app based service where you know what you are going to pay up front.

[@bmwlane8834]

To steal a line from jaws. I think we're gonna need a bigger bucket. Lol

[@markostermann6632]

Just watched that with my son last week haha

[@misfitwookiee3177]

Yes, Fallout: New Vegas covers Primm and Goodsprings - the general store and bar in Goodsprings is virtually represented in the game, too.

[@Milestomemories]

I didn’t know Goodsprings was in it too. I never played it but I know a lot of people make comments about Primm in the game.

[@misfitwookiee3177]

@@Milestomemories You start the game in Goodsprings! It's my favorite of all the Fallout games, and seeing New Vegas at the end of season 1 made me fanboy for sure!

[@VegasVisual]

A major development for the miners, the Pioneer Saloon is not a terrible location. But they keep getting further away from Fremont Street, how long before the miners are outside the state?

[@Milestomemories]

Nipton next!

[@lesmartin4604]

Thanks fellas!

[@markostermann6632]

Thanks for watching

[@Yolduranduran]

Just stayed at Resorts World but really hoping Fountaine Blue invites us!!! ❤

[@markostermann6632]

Hope you had a great trip!

[@andysorensen1737]

The celebrity garage sales can be pretty fun; when Bud Grant was alive he had 4 or 5 of them where he’d sell off various things, sign autographs and meet with people. I didn’t make it out to one, but even if I’m not into the stuff I think it’d be a fun hour or two to check things out.

[@realrocker777]

I already examined a lot of shows in the $25 all-in Live Nation promotion via Rakuten presale Tuesday morning. They offer the very worst seats, and many shows were already sold out. :'(

[@Elhastezy888]

Thank you for sharing info

[@Tarady4thaparty]

Ignore my last comment , you covered it ! Love your videos guys!

[@Milestomemories]

Thanks!

[@jeffreymcfadden9403]

FYI,,,Caesars has gutted their video poker machines, almost nothing left.

[@SlantedGlasses]

Anyone else go to the red apple fireworks festival this weekend?

[@dwillis24]

I prefer Lyft to Uber, but when it is super crowded, I just take a taxi.

[@Milestomemories]

Yeah Lyft seems to be cheaper for me most of the time

[@kimoc.4163]

I usually request my ride when I land and still have to wait.

[@davidsigalow7349]

Chris Angell Garage Sale Special: You get to simulate the show experience by sitting in a seat in your own home and staring at the wall for an hour, waiting for something to happen. Only $100 plus taxes and fees.

[@Elhastezy888]

🤣

[@markostermann6632]

Haha - I love it

[@user-lj5gl7le9d]

You guys are awesome

[@Milestomemories]

Thank you!

[@markostermann6632]

Appreciate it

[@glogloe1797]

I would use my Diamond Plus perks at the Round bar at Cromwell as they have specialty drinks that run like $25. You don’t get these drinks from the waitress.

[@markostermann6632]

Love that bar when live music is going

[@bmwlane8834]

I actually use the airport small hotel bus. Very cheap and never has a problem.

[@katharineshepherd253]

I always just go down one level and get the nice limo. It’s really not that crazy and a nice way to start your trip

[@Milestomemories]

Love the limo level! It’s a nice way to arrive in Vegas and is so seamless.

[@markostermann6632]

I did that once for March Madness because the taxi line was so long (before Uber). We had 3 people and he said $75 and we all said let's go!

[@johnlittle8267]

There is always a ton of people there but Uber handles huge volumes from LAS airport. Last time there were like 80 people waiting, got an Uber in 5 minutes. I can't handle how gross taxis are compared to a very clean two year old Rav4 or something that I usually get for $30 to the strip (comfort level) .

[@Milestomemories]

It is a large space and does handle stuff well. I don’t like taxis much myself so I feel you on the gross point too.

[@videoslve]

I used to get 4 drink at Diamond. Now it is Diamond plus, I didn't get affected by this over the weekend. But I'll find out on my next trip.

[@Milestomemories]

Interesting. I thought that benefit only started at Diamond Plus. Maybe your host got you something special.

[@davidglass8751]

@@Milestomemories I have Diamond Elite status but will check tomorrow as well. I do not gamble at Caesars in Vegas at all because of their customer service but I do get four waters quite often when I stay at Bellagio etc. Walk across the street and grab my free waters. if they do not want to help me with issues I have then I will take advantage where I can. This year i am cutting back on Caesars in Laughlin so will just get Diamond status...primarily on their 5x,7x and 10x Tier promotions.

[@AlyMayhem]

In the Fallout New Vegas you actually start in Goodsprings so that's funny

[@mikepark1219]

If taking ride share from airport and staying at the hotel, make sure to specify that you are checking in at the hotel for them to take you to the main lobby. I took a Lyft ride from the airport full of luggage, along with a baby/full size baby seat, elderly, and wife but got dropped off at a side door far away from the hotel lobby.

[@Milestomemories]

Ugh that stinks. Hope you gave the driver a bad rating!

[@FlyLikeDove]

Oh, the drivers know you're checking in. Occasionally you just get a jerk. Debit cool.

[@tomvu1470]

Rip Frank Vincent .... could've used him to sponsor the official shoe shine of the F1 with him saying in an ad: "now going get your @$@#&@$ shoebox" 😂

[@realrocker777]

Those miners first started in Las Vegas when they were minors. I'll show myself out now.

[@Elhastezy888]

🤣

[@jayce8001]

Lovers & Friends canceling was a good call because, at least where I am in Vegas, we got SLAMED. My patio furniture cleared the brick wall a d went to two of my neighbors yard and each piece weighs at least 30lbs.

[@Milestomemories]

I was in Denver but I think people were mad because the wind didn’t come as early as expected. It was nice to land back in Vegas on Sunday with the cool temps even if the flight in was rough.

[@shadowfilm7980]

I still think Fontainebleau is the best hotel now in Vegas. Wynn being a close number two.

[@markostermann6632]

Glad you enjoyed it! They seem to have found their groove a bit

[@fredk9999]

I’m older now, but I remember buying tacos on the street in Mexico. My youth is not one I’d want to tape and show the kids.

[@Milestomemories]

I’ve eaten street food all over the world. And paid for it once or twice but usually it’s all good.

[@markostermann6632]

Mexico City tacos are the best! Although they did hit me hard when I got home haha

[@jmyers4006]

I’ve always wished they had the monorail going to the airport to avoid Uber, taxis, shuttles etc.

[@raulshum8755]

not a coincidence.

[@lightyear999]

Right. It has been limited because of the taxi/Uber lobbyists. Shame on the city not extending the monorail. In any other universe it would be a no-brainer.

[@Elhastezy888]

​@@lightyear999ahh yes .. .. .. but Vegas is Hitchhiker's Guide 🤣

[@cathycowley5236]

We use Bell car service. They are a wonderful company who meet you at luggage, help with said luggage, and you are on your way to your hotel. Well worth the money and the drivers are wonderful and prompt.🥰

[@Milestomemories]

It’s definitely nice to have a driver waiting for you at baggage claim!

[@joanreilly6419]

I've used taxi since fixed pricing. It's always been cheaper.

[@alansorrel730]

I am Diamond Plus and play poker almost exclusively. Just spent 4 days in Vegas and left today (May 10)…I was able to get the four free drinks everyday I was there…even at Flamingo pool.

[@joeytorres1105]

I went today after 3 months of not getting a drink. Mine was taken away

[@alexes84]

Use taxi...its cheaper than uber and taxi is fixed price❤

[@MH_6160]

And the drivers don't talk to you non stop about their personal life.

[@squarejester]

Only when things are really busy, and the taxis are going to designated casinos. Otherwise taxis are always more expensive.

[@MACMAMI]

I just walk from the airport to the Strip and back. 😊

[@5877user]

We did it and loved it!!

[@marianne4468]

Max fare is $30 for a taxi with the set rates depending what casino you are going to. I'd rather do that than wait in that crazy line they showed. taxi.nv.gov/Rider_Info/Las_Vegas_Strip_Airport_Zones_Fares/

[@andrewpettola6097]

Yummy, rancid street meat! I've never ben inclined to have a street taco or gyro, and this will definitely confirm that! Why do casinos even have loyalty programs if they show no loyalty to their customers? So cheap and greedy. I've always wanted to check out the Pioneer Saloon. I've seen it on a number of KZbin channels.

[@Milestomemories]

Loyalty programs are big revenue drivers. They aren’t about loyalty unfortunately.

[@richardgitz2264]

Also cancelled this past weekend due to the weather was L'Etape Las Vegas by Tour de France disadvantaging people who came here to compete from 30 states and 8 countries. Everyone's registration will be forwarded to 2025's event.

[@Milestomemories]

Yeah I saw that on Twitter. Rough that they don’t at least get a refund.

[@alyssadiceflipper5201]

How are those onion rings that HUGE!?!?! Mutant onions???

[@Milestomemories]

Yeah they are pretty big. 😂

[@raulshum8755]

remember there's a CC fee for taxis.. shitty move ...

[@VictorDeveze]

Yeah, Fallout New Vegas was a game, one of the best in the series

[@markostermann6632]

I wish they came out with a new one already. Sounds like it is still years off

[@tims4694]

People keep coming to Vegas, so Caesars doesn't worry about cutting comps. Until visitation rates plummet, comps will keep getting reduced and resort and parking fees will keep going up. The newer Vegas visitor doesn't care about comps, they just want to party.

[@MB-rr1fb]

00:45 with set cab fares I have no idea why anyone uses Uber over a taxi to /from casinos

[@starkiller18]

Yes there is a Fallout game set in the Vegas area Fallout New Vegas. and in t he game you actually start in Goodsprings and they have the pioneer saloon and general store in game. you also go to their version of Primm, Nipton, Boulder City, and obviously Vegas and other surrounding areas. From what I have heard Goodsprings has really embraced the notoriety the game has brought their small town and has a little fallout shrine in the saloon along with an Xbox setup with the game so you can tour the town in game as well as the real world. they have even had a fallout themed parade from what I have heard.

[@Elhastezy888]

This channel gets *THE* *BEST* comments!!! 🤩

[@GreatScott561]

@ 5:08 I think that's the Luxor's new promotion....portable jacuzzi, they fill it and deliver it to your room, as you can see it even comes with a beverage package...lol

[@williamh5011]

Uber cut our rates so much that a lot of drivers have stopped driving. At the end of 2021 they stopped paying us by base rate+milleage+time and just pay us a flat fee. Of course, the flat fee is less than what we were making before. I was putting in 35-40/week 2 years ago but only drive 10 hours/week now. I am semi-retired and like the extra spending money but it isn't worth the hassle with so much construction going on.

[@Elhastezy888]

Wow ... thank you for sharing info. many blessings

[@markostermann6632]

Plus fuel cost is up so much over the last 2 years and they rarely adjust for stuff like that.

[@gregoryschmidt1233]

I'm probably in the minority, but the number of free drinks I can receive does not figure into my calculus of whether or not to play/stay at a given property. I pretty much come to Vegas only to gamble, and I can always get all the free drinks I can hold while I'm at a machine or table. If I want a "nice" drink in a "nice" glass, I"ll go sit in the high limits room for a bit. Of much more value to me are comp rooms, waived resort fees, free parking, freeplay mailers, and food credit.

[@markostermann6632]

Understand that - I think it is just the cheapness of taking it away without notice when it was earned.

[@gregoryschmidt1233]

Absolutely agree.

[@fredk9999]

Love Thai cuisine. If anything can be better than Chinese and Vietnamese, it is Thai

[@Milestomemories]

Thai food is amazing and Lotus is great! A bit pricey but great!

[@vpmassacre4771]

Ride the shuttle over the the rental car facility and get your Uber/Lyft/Taxi there.

[@anthonylagano]

Hey guys …I’m pretty much sick of Caesar’s rewards . I’m Diamond still but I get so much more with my MGM gold status. I was in Vegas 2 weeks ago and had 4 nights comped in a remodeled salon suite at Bellagio plus $500 free play and $250 resort credit . Never get anything close to that with Caesar’s. I did make it over to the foutainebleau and really liked it . Needs a bit more of a crowd and vibe but the place is beautiful. The bar staff at the center bar near the casino were fantastic. I may not stay there as I prefer center strip but I’ll be back to visit . 😎😎😎

[@MACMAMI]

As long as visitors OBSESS over location as their most important criteria in where to stay in Vegas (as opposed to, y'know, overall customer service experience)................Caesars will simply continue to feel enabled and justified in furthering their anti-consumer practices much like these latest cuts. It's just that simple. With me though, I'll take an excellent all-around experience on either extreme end of the Strip whether it be Mandalay Bay or Sahara over a mediocre one in a centralized location almost dominated by Caesars resorts ANY day. Wind-related closures have really become a huge problem in Vegas as of late. It's basically a roulette wheel gamble whether an event will see the light of day or not. The inaugural When We Were Young festival had its first day canceled from high winds, there was some golf-related event that wind derailed and didn't even offer refunds, and now we have the much-hyped Lovers & Friends biting the dust.

[@Milestomemories]

I wonder if the solution is building permanent stages that can withstand big gusts. It would be less pleasant for attendees but maybe that would make it safe.

[@MACMAMI]

@@Milestomemories You both may be onto something here. 🙂

[@stocksandblonds44]

Wow! The perfect name for a used car sales men=======Chris Angel

[@thelawsonteam]

I stayed at horseshoe in March 2024 and I am a diamond plus member and I got the four free drinks every day I was there.

[@pokermudgeon2299]

The perk was taken away on May 1st, 2024 for those who lost them.

[@Elhastezy888]

🤣🤣🤣 Chris Angel Garage sale 🤣🤣🤣 💀

[@Milestomemories]

Admittedly the credit goes to the viewer who sent it to me!

[@svanlunddesign]

We love to drive out to Pioneer Saloon every now and then.

[@aimeesierra7240]

Id rather eat a handful of shit than any street vendor food while in LV.

[@Milestomemories]

😂💩

[@videoslve]

I was there this weekend. I agree it is cold. I was going to the Cinco de Mayo at Plaza $35 both ways for Uber during a free event. Kentucky Derby Hockey meets Canadians, Canleo fight.

[@Bluboy30]

I don't get why so many people are going with Uber or Lyft at the airport. I was in town back in March and April and I went to the taxi line and got a ride in seconds and only paid $20 for rides to Fontainebleau. I love Lotus of Siam, definitely one of the best Thai restaurants I've been to. Glad to see it's going back to the OG location. As Kyu at Fontainebleau, that's a great deal for tasting menu. I've eaten at their Miami location and wasn't that impressed with it. But I'll try it when I'm back at Fontainebleau.

[@Milestomemories]

I’m definitely giving KYU a try. Will be a nice use of my dining credit. I think a lot of people are just used to using rideshares now and they just go for that option without even thinking.

[@JJLVegas]

The last time anybody paid $20 taxi fare to fountaineblue from airport was before they broke ground 16 years ago

[@Bluboy30]

@@JJLVegas That's what I paid for my rides from the airport to FB back in March and April of 2024. Hey, if you prefer paying more for Uber or Lyft, no one's judging you. 😂

[@JJLVegas]

@@Bluboy30 I can say with 100% certainty you didn’t pay $20 to FB from airport. I drive Uber and my good friend drives a taxi. I assure you that would never happen unless you compensated the driver by some other means (don’t ask, it happens). And for anybody that wants to believe this nonsense, this is the flat rate map. In addition it doesn’t include other fees that will make it even more expensive. taxi.nv.gov/uploadedFiles/taxinvgov/content/Rider_Info/Website-Tier-1-with-Map.pdf

[@bwayne6]

Angel is just clearing out space. See the show. Buy my stuff.

[@richardg8651]

Hard to believe $125 for Kyu is a deal. Today, maybe it is.

[@Milestomemories]

For a 9 course meal it seems decent.

[@SailorGolf]

I predict the Beginning of the End of ALL free drinks anytime, anywhere and Everywhere is coming … can you imagine the Bar Bill savings for them !!!! Probably do it by State Mandate so the casinos don’t look ‘bad’ … many other states already do this (charge for drinks).

[@Tarady4thaparty]

Line was prob because lovers and friends was cancelled and no one knew what to do or where to go

[@westsparks6844]

Don't think that leak was in the pyramid, looks like the towers