My Experience at Formula One (F1) in Las Vegas... 😲

[@TravelRuby]

What are your thoughts about F1 in Vegas? Also just to clarify any confusion. The Wynn did let us stay for free but with no obligation to make any video for them.

[@steveyu9888]

Loved it. Can't wait for the next year's race. First time experienced the GP so closely. Actually feel and hear the F1 cars were amazing.

[@willstegall2527]

Great comments at the end. Glad you addressed some of the issues. But really want to know how much the truffles were. 🤣🤣

[@TravelRuby]

@@willstegall2527$75!! Whoops 😅

[@grundy333]

(1) Losing out on the P1 / P2 due to the accident (and 8 minute run) then the delay until 2am when they kicked us all out a half hour prior SUCKED. (2) Traffic was awful... in spite of closing the strip only at 5pm, it was just bad all the time. (3) While I like walking, the distances required to walk to the race grandstand (East Harmon) was nuts if you were staying at the Wynn, Venetian, etc... (4) Ticket and clothing prices were outrageous. The value you got for what you spent was so unbalanced it was ridiculous. Would I go next year? Perhaps. There were enough positives to make it a possibility, but they need to consider reductions in package prices and more reasonable prices for clothes, etc. Hopefully by next year they can sort out some of the traffic challenges as well. Also -- McLaren, Alfa and Mercedes were fairly well represented... Aston, Red Bull and Ferrari were almost non existent, which was disappointing. It was like they were too cool for school to come to Vegas. Bummer.

[@mikel9751]

Hopefully this is the last year 😅

[@mattduskins1134]

I think you hit the nail on the head right away. The price gauging at the beginning killed any momentum this event had. Then they were scrambling and dropping prices last minute to try to just fill rooms.

[@rbell7666]

They should get the Rose Parade people to run the thing. They hold one of the largest events in the world and nobody complains because they do everything to both mitigate any interference in life and to be inclusive. The parade is NOT held in some walled fortress and it doesn't make incredible amounts of noise in the middle of the night. "Want to look at the pretty floats for free? Great! Dress warmly and bring a thermos full of hot chocolate!"

[@minieclaire]

Agree! I would have loved to go but marked it right off the list at that price.

[@siohmy]

Vegas way overcharging people??!! Say it ain’t so! 😂

[@FireworkMerchant]

⁠​⁠@@rbell7666Ah yes im sure the Rose Parade people will find a way to make an F1 race not create a ton of noise. Im sure they’ll also find a way to not have the race be a “walled off fortress”. They’ll just let the cars race on the open streets alongside regular traffic! Please think before writing the stupidest thing possible.

[@rbell7666]

@@FireworkMerchant Sarcasm is a mode that should only be used by the intelligent. Ignorant assholes shouldn't even try. You arein the latter group.

[@JuJu_B3an]

Thanks for this video! I was in Vegas 3 days before the races and the conversations I had with the cabbies and local workers regarding the inconveniences for them were insane 😢

[@sandd701]

Thank you Ruby for always being honest & for acknowledging that this race was brutal to thousands of workers, locals & tourist for months all for an event that was over after a couple hours. I was finally done when they murdered the trees in front of the Bellagio, that was the final straw!

[@Intergalactic_media]

Great video. What you said about pricing race fans out of coming to Vegas was totally on point. My wife and I go to Vegas every year and I'm a big F1 fan. But, once we learned how much it would cost to see the race, we decided to stay home. Too bad. It looked awesome.

[@MH_6160]

Noticed the roof top Dennys was packed… that looks like the place to be!

[@thezeek2745]

Prices were down to nothing the night before the race

[@BlackStallion85]

I agree with your assessment. I'm not a local however they could've done more for locals. Give them a steeper discount for tickets or some kind of "locals package". Same for the workers too. Maybe next year the tickets will be more reasonable.

[@ricklujan8670]

@BlackStallion85, great 👍 idea with the various locals discounted prices…. they obviously over shot the proverbial SWEET SPOT - Of viability index

[@Sandy-nj5gz]

I love Vegas and have been there many times. I am so sad things have changed so much since the Pandemic. The costs have risen to the point that many will not be able to enjoy the Vegas experience

[@Thekennel177]

Food cost alone will keep most from returning.

[@JBM425]

Based on some of Ruby’s other videos, there are still some good deals to be found around the Strip and Downtown. One thing to keep in mind is that portion sizes are very large at many Vegas restaurants, so sharing an entree can also help save money.

[@chair_smesh]

I watched F1 for the first time on TV and wow. I don't see how I would enjoy it more in person. The broadcast lets you see and hear everything, including the communications between the drivers and the crew. It felt like a movie with all the drama.

[@patriciawade9186]

As a Long Beach native, we've had racing since 1975! Started with Formula cars then went to Indy cars & Drifting. Nothing like standing track-side! With earplugs of course. Got to meet Mario Andretti Sr. & other drivers. Tickets are affordable so maybe Vegas will calm down.

[@rbell7666]

The best part of the coverage was Shaq saying "eff you" to the Skkky News clown

[@patriciawade9186]

@@rbell7666 🤣 I recorded pre-race & race so I'll be looking for that part!

[@soloracer1]

@@rbell7666 he said Lewis Hamilton .

[@soloracer1]

When at the race there is giant jumbo screens telling you everything. I was in grandstands Thursday. I was on strip on race day. You bring you large tablet with F1 app . You have the live broadcast streaming. You can add earphones to hear it better. You see the cars with your own eyes flying by.. Bring Bluetooth speaker and you will have a party around you. Plus TV in casinos were crowded with people.. Pricing was high at first and Culinary Union detoured people from coming. First street racing events always shows errors and flaws. Many race fans wait for second year to show up. I don't believe it wasn't successful . Grandstands were full Saturday. Liberty Media after spending 560 million for the event and their planned stay for many years. They aren't packing up and going away

[@MCHighLife]

Well said!! The toll on the locals was brutal. Hopefully they will do better next year. Great video 🥂

[@terry412]

I stayed in LV over the summer (early-June for the WSOP), & traffic/construction was already ridiculous.

[@rbell7666]

Everyone in the Las Vegas valley should get a check for putting up with this bunkum.

[@nylla6161]

@@rbell7666i mean… they CHOOSE to live in a tourist town… should expect it, not rewarded for putting up with it smh

[@rbell7666]

@@nylla6161 i mean...you kneel... you fellate the rich....smh

[@terryrutherford2114]

We were there in June, 2023. I hated all of the prep for F1. Thanks for the video Ruby!

[@lblum610]

They need to watch how the NFL does Super Bowl. I was at the Indy one back in 2012 and was amazed how fan friendly and affordable events were. Also the interactivity was on a fans level. You don't need to be a millionaire to enjoy the lead up to the game. F1 needs to realize this isn't an American sport. Also $150 to park a car at some of these resorts. Come on. People are tired of being gouged.

[@rbell7666]

They could have easily built an F1 track out at the speedway. The best part of the whole thing was Shaq blowing off Sky News.

[@marklittle8805]

​@@RudyAmsterdamNorth Americans know when someone is gouging them. Anyone who follows racing knows damn well F1 is more sizzle than steak most weeks. The prices at Vegas were over the top even by F1 standards

[@marklittle8805]

@@RudyAmsterdam F1 are grifters. Just ask anyone who was at Spa for the three lap "race" behind the safety car. No refund, fo suck eggs. That happens in North America, no one will be back.....European fans are Patsy's...they keep coming back

[@claude_1c74]

F1 isn't a sport at all for everyone !😁

[@JamesHill1664]

Smashed it again Ruby! Great video !!!

[@neilopfer5687]

Thanks for the great overview of the F1 Race and the other events surrounding it!! You were in a great hotel there at The Wynn and a great location for F1!! Agree, that the various hotel properties really shot themselves in the foot by insane room markups, seat markups, etc. Then the F1 construction was incredibly disruptive and feel very sorry for the negative impact on local businesses. Being a Las Vegas local was able to avoid the majority of the disruption but still got impacted a lot.

[@DannyWalker247]

Great video. I am a Wynn guy myself but the wife likes the Venetian. That whole mess was disruptive. Some of the local businesses right off the strip had to shut down. Just sad.

[@seanobrien2306]

Local businesses lost their SHIRT ! ! The majority of small businesses on the Strip were ( CLOSED ) ! ! Most of the beautiful views of the Strip were BLOCKED and ( NO ) view or views... A lot of Las Vegas residents are angry, mad, and frustrated with the entire mess, closed streets and roads, including the Strip and surrounding area. * F-1 GP Race Event was a Big Mistake ! ! * * Even the F-1 Race Drivers were angry and mad and very disappointed in the event, including F-1 Fans... :(

[@SulemaTrollope]

I think the current situation in the United States is terrible, and you have done nothing wrong.

[@micheland3036]

Thanks for sharing, Ruby. I was there 3 weeks ago, and yes, it was annoying of the places we couldn't walk, because of the construction. But, it was great seeing this video to see what the conclusion and hype was all about.😃

[@kevans3931]

Did the Wynn put up all of the social media influencers? This is the third video/IG filmed by someone who stayed at the Wynn.

[@kittyglitter9094]

It's pretty obvious isn't it? But they aren't disclosing it for some reason

[@iamkrista1]

@@kittyglitter9094 Ruby may not have been sponsored by F1 but she might have gotten the stay at the Wynn for free. Of course, getting free rooms in Vegas isn't abnormal. And I'm sure her comments on the Wynn were genuine. The Wynn is absolutely one of the best hotels in Vegas. Not a doubt.

[@kittyglitter9094]

That might be true, but doesn't tell the whole story. A video can be heavily influenced by a free stay, free meals, free race tickets, etc. @@iamkrista1

[@JohnTaylor-xg4jn]

I really appreciate you stating that you were not sponsored for the weekend, I know there are vloggers who will conveniently "forget" to state if they are sponsored or not, a lot of respect for that.

[@Careym72]

Not sponsored by F1, didn’t say anything about Wynn. After reading all the other comments on here, for her to pin in comments that Wynn did get them free room blah, blah…. This is AFTER THE FACT! I subscribe to both channels and watch slot vids daily, and travels when you post. So I am just BAFFLED at how you blatantly just didn’t disclose they hosted you IN the video! I thought you had to disclose that? Just for future reference I think you definitely need to include that in your videos so people know your integrity of the experience and video you’re putting out for us to enjoy.

[@TXCraig]

I think there was a reason the cost of everything was not discussed and I’ll bet the Wynn picked up the tab, and that was not disclosed

[@virginiaerickson8426]

She said it was completely all on her

[@djtexas4993]

Nah.. check the pinned comment. The Wynn did comp them, just with no obligation to make a video. even my wynn rate for this weekend was $2600 for one night, (highly discounted) so thats definitely something to acknowledge, even just for gratitudes sake. Nice vid Ruby and Mr!

[@dgrouch846]

​@@Careym72agreed. She's done that quite a few times. Doesn't mention a sponsorship (comp) until the end to get people to watch the entire video for the watch time. Then quickly mentions the comp to keep it legal. Despite her honest opinions, it still seems sneaky to me, and you're right. It does affect her integrity.

[@philbroome7595]

Great video and being an F1 fan it was good to see a little behind the scenes and hope the experience does improve for the local residents and businesses seeing as they have a 10 year deal for the race, and for the first time it seemed to be a good show.

[@paulwhite8275]

I believe that F1 invested $500 million + of their money to make it happen, and there is a 10 year minimum contract so I expect that it will return next year. For all the issues, it was one of the most thrilling races in many years which will have helped. Hopefully the hotels will not price the rooms at such ridiculous prices next year and the crowds will be higher. The hotels will always make money in the casinos, restaurants, clubs etc if the crowds come in large numbers.

[@tabbycat8511]

Hoping for a nice, concise, honest F1 wrap-up. When I saw your video, I knew I’d get it. And I did. Thank you! 😺

[@mamalindaskitchen]

Your video was a great way to see the race with your perspective. Thanks for the updates. Love you Ruby. You go girl.

[@SulemaTrollope]

This is going to be a great production, her videos are always a blast to watch, what do you think of her production?

[@benitamann6594]

Thanks for this video.....I was in Vegas several times during this crazy construction.... can you say nightmare...it seemed like you guys had a great time....hopefully the city listens to the feedback...

[@iallyl3877]

there are 8 street races per race calendar and unfortunately they all go through the same upheaval, but they have a ten year contract so Vegas will be on the calendar for a long time to come

[@pim1234]

The Sphere is one of the coolest things I ever saw !!

[@peterroome3948]

Thanks so much for this was very interesting hearing your views as a local we were there in sept and we were very disappointed that vegas was in the state it was because of the F1 cheers again

[@tb7667]

The novelty of F1 wears off very quickly.

[@gc4644]

Nope, I've been an F1 fan since the 80s!!

[@tb7667]

@@gc4644 I am talking about for normal people, not for petrolheads.

[@iallyl3877]

@@tb7667 im a normal person, and not into cars AT ALL. and i hate sport, but i love F1 and have done for years..

[@tb7667]

@@iallyl3877 Yes, but motor sport is a niche sport that most people aren't interested in. And most sports don't require key areas of major cities to be shut down for weeks to prepare for them. The novelty of 'F1 is coming to town' will wear off very quickly for all but those who are really into the sport.

[@vegasnavigator]

Great video! Really Enjoyed that!! Lovely camera shots and beautifully presented! 🏎️🏎️🏎️

[@actinglikeseals]

any weekend at the Wynn is a fabulous weekend! not surprised at all you enjoyed yourself! ❤

[@iamkrista1]

The Wynn was the place to stay during F1 because they are outside the track area.

[@msslotsakamichaelsalerno8162]

At one point we had Grand Prix here in Phoenix.... it sucked... it's gone...

[@drmfree]

Awesome video as always. Couldn’t agree with you more on your thoughts at the end of the video. That said, we were there a couple of weeks before the race and had an amazing time during our stay. Saw amazing shows, ate great meals and were surprised at how easily we were able to move about town even through F1 prep. Granted, we don’t live/work there so we were not as impacted as folks who do. I’m very excited about attending F1 next year if it happens but I’ll definitely be coming back soon to catch some more live shows. Can’t wait for our next adventure in Fabulous Las Vegas! ✨

[@martyc.2888]

I honestly didn’t think that hotel room was that great!

[@amylynnithepooh5260]

When you said $45 martini, I almost fell off my chair 😂😂

[@Southwestsilva]

Justice for the beautiful trees that were ripped out for this event

[@janews1246]

We were at the inaugural race in Austin, it was expensive but not crazy expensive like the prices being charged for Vegas. My husband said Hell No.

[@MH_6160]

How much were the tickets?

[@RayLabs]

@@MH_6160 I attend the Austin races each year. I get a complete 3 day package with Paddock pass for about $400. Which is very reasonable. If you took a Paddock Pass out of it then you would probably be around $300 for a 3 day pass.

[@mikealbert5776]

I would have loved to see F1 in action for the 1st time in my life in Vegas. However, as you stated in your video the casual fan wanting to see what F1 is all about, isn't going to want to drop thousands on the chance it might be a complete dud. I understand seeing primetime events in LV comes at premium, but too much price gouging even at Vegas standards. I didn't want to see F1 "fail" by any means (which I don't think it did) but more learn some hard lessons on what could have made this event amazing all-around for all fans. I was there in late September and construction traffic was absolutely terrible. I felt it for all the locals for sure. Appreciate all your content Ruby....you as well Mr. Ruby. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family!

[@rondabrennan103]

We left Tuesday am but a early visit to Belagio atrium that was beautiful. The ride down the strip track early was nice. I love fast racing cars but the cost and inconvenience to park was a big issue. A couple months ago we were again at the Westgate for 3 days but couldn't take all the tore up street traffic it was horrible and so we left one day early. We had enough! Now the tear downs. I feel so sorry for you locals.🙂

[@emailuser8668]

Zero benefit to the local economy, only the luxury resorts on the strip. Most locals don't want it returning because it required a $84 million taxpayer subsidy.

[@Jesus.X]

Long beach grand Prix is a better bang for the buck it has like 10 races and several qualifiers/pratices over 3 days for 130-180 bucks 3 day pass. At the long beach grand prix it is like 8-12 hours of racing each day. Way cheaper merch too. Better cocktails and beer variety as long beach is a craft beer town.

[@mattstaron1073]

Thank you for the video. We had to leave Friday and it was nice to see how the race went. My wife and I Love your channel!

[@rareform6747]

Remember Jack Binions Steak & Lobster 2005 $12.99 very nice Restaurant with a view ..So Expensive Now

[@blade3184]

I miss the little tv they used to have in the bathroom before Wynn remodeled them.

[@_WillCAD_]

I was in Vegas a month before the race, and the construction and traffic disruption were already bringing the city to a boil. I can't imagine how much chaos there was in town during race weekend. We had an F1 grand prix in Baltimore in 2011, and I got a ticket to one of the practice sessions - didn't even get a seat, just entry into the race zone. Never again! It's chaos, everything is insanely overpriced, and frankly, the cars roaring past at 150-200mph are not terribly exciting or enjoyable at ground level. Also, the company that organized the race screwed the city out of over a million dollars, and the whole thing didn't bring in nearly as much money to the city as the organizers promised. The race was held for three years with two different organizers, and fizzled out. I doubt it will ever happen again.

[@SulemaTrollope]

No one will curtail events like this because of losses. I think there will be more events like this in the future, just for the cheers. What do you think?

[@thomasrichardson-ev1wp]

I was on the strip and downtown Thursday- Sunday checking things out and other than race night the strip was dead. Casinos empty restaurants empty T Mobile basketball tournament empty roads empty sidewalks empty. Who made money.

[@barbarapisarski4144]

I am glad you made this video. I am a local and went no where near the strip over the weekend and very few times moving towards the race. I am curious to see how long it will take to clean up the mess and decorate for Christmas now.

[@polkastria]

then we have NYE and the Super Bowl after that, things on the strip are going to be interesting for a while still.

[@barbarapisarski4144]

@@polkastria I stay away from the strip on NYE and Super Bowl should be fun, but again, no strip that weekend either. lol

[@polkastria]

@@barbarapisarski4144 I may have the husband drive down it near the Super Bowl, just to see what they put together, but that's about it. No place to even park that doesn't cost an arm and a leg now.

[@brucedelafleur761]

I saw F1 when it was in Austin and it was not near the costs as here in Vegas. I stayed at Caesars at was told last year this room was priced at 2650.00 per night 5 night stay minimum. I paid 189.00. Vegas has been price gouging for years. Food at lunch 3 burgers and fries 70.00 dollars. 3 drinks 64.00! All the months of traffic nightmares for locals. Its cheaper to rent a car and drive to local restaurants and bars. Vegas used to be a affordable place to visit but not anymore. there are more places that offer gaming all over the U.S. Louisiana, California will be our next trips.

[@CLTGeek]

I think you nailed it... Unrealistic expectations. All around. From the promoters, to hotel pricing, construction, ticket pricing, parking, etc.

[@soloracer1]

It will grow each year . With over pricing and looming Culinary Union strike. It detoured many from coming. Plus many F1 and Indycar fans like myself. We know issues, problems come up on first event city street courses.we wait for 2nd year We are past first event now, no Culinary Union threats next year, pricing should be more realistic. Guaranteed the late run sessions Thursday and Friday will be earlier .Toto Wolfe ,Mercedes principal asked for that. Fred principal of Ferrari wants a added race (support race) .like formula 3 or sports cars or Robby Gordon SST trucks .I been wanting these to. I was in Vegas for 4 days .It was great. More a trial run for next year.

[@SulemaTrollope]

Yes, I think this video is very good and more people need to see it so that people can wake up from their trance. Do you have any good ideas?

[@mwfudge]

I was there in August when a lot of that prep started. Many of the locals I spoke to, especially rideshare drivers, said it was a huge mess that would only get worse. Earlier today I saw a story that the complete teardown could take up to two months. Great, and I'm going to Las Vegas in less than two weeks.😮

[@flashboyer4517]

Was in town back in August and even though I still had a good time I have had better time because of all the construction going on, on the strip. i can just imagine how bad it got the closer it got to the race

[@shawnharrison9922]

I live in the uk and normally come over to vegas once a year for 14 nights. But when I heard F1 was coming, I decided not to go as I knew it would be chaos. I absolutely love Vegas, it’s always been my go to city (love meeting the regulars & Tourists like myself) can’t wait for the city to go back to how it was (if ever) I’m booking my 2025 trip as soon as virgin release their dates.

[@shawnharrison9922]

@@RudyAmsterdam but yet you left a comment. Wanker!

[@garyhunt4342]

I would like to invite all my friends in Vegas and rest of USA to any European F1 Grand Prix - a grandstand ticket will cost you about $600 for the 3 days so you could fly here and see a proper Grand Prix for less then a single obstructed view ticket price in Vegas. 🇬🇧 😊

[@iamkrista1]

Thanks for the invite but as a local myself, I can say that I have had enough F1 to last a lifetime. The 7 minutes I saw on Thursday night turned me off forever.

[@ericB3444]

Those races are a laugh a minute. A lot of funny cars pass by. Some cars are frumpy funny and fun.

[@Jack-gq7kn]

I visited Las Vegas 4 times during strip construction before the event. Yes, I had to adjust my mode of strip travel to concerts, the Sphere and restaurants. But each trip was enjoyable. I watched F1 on ESPN and I was surprised how much I enjoyed it. Next year I hope to attend in person. Yes, I sympathize with the strip workers’ commuting hassles but not the bloggers. It seems some “ so-called” local bloggers get jaded and want everything free. Pompsie had the best review of the event and I trust him. He doesn’t bitch for hours on his streams. Thank goodness for the visionaries that continue to take risks and keep Vegas Fabulous!

[@nickibaby4717]

This! All the vegas bloggers were mad they didn't get anything for free.

[@vegaslady3732]

​@@nickibaby4717 not quite - so far all the clogged posts I've seen have had free rooms. A friend was at the race, $2600 for 3 day ticket, said he wouldn't do it again, and he stayed with family, this avoiding hotels

[@cheap25]

FF1🖕🏾

[@martyc.2888]

If there is a 10 year commitment for this to happen again , I will only visit Vegas in April!

[@ronsipp2696]

From an interested out-of-towner’s point of view, the early price gauging kept me away. Looked like fun, but just out of my price range.

[@BMCTackle]

Yup, I checked the prices, and it was a no go. Crazy expensive, surprised that many people went. I took that $$$ and put a deposit on a new car and a new puppy. BTW, LOVE your channel. We live in Utah and visit Vegas often, circa 3 times a year or so. It is only a 5.5 hour drive from where we are. Love shows, clubs, & food. Not a gambler! LOL

[@iamkrista1]

You can get a lovely dog from a shelter for nearly free. Just fyi.

[@BMCTackle]

@@iamkrista1 I have 2 rescues, this one is a Bernise Mountain Dog, and they rarely if ever, end up in the pound. I love the breed, so we got a puppy from a good breeder.

[@jennydanggas6324]

Thank you Ruby! This is an awesome video. I was really curious about the F1 in Vegas and your review was great and covered it all thank you!

[@mlauren629]

I cancelled my trip due to this disaster.

[@mymojocx7]

Thank you for sharing. I haven't been to Vegas in 20 years. I enjoy your tours and seeing all the new hotels, restaurants and fun places to go. We love F1 and would enjoy seeing it, but everything is getting so expensive. I appreciate you two.

[@martyc.2888]

Yes Vegas has gotten very expensive! I was there last year and a bottle of water was $9

[@carlfromtheoc1788]

With time will come shorter prep time and shorter take down time. Monaco sets up in 6 weeks and has it all down in 3 weeks. But, they have been doing it for 75 races and have it modularized to make set up and tear down easier. It also helps that the major work to preparing the track is done and subsequent years should be much less disruptive. But yes, super-gougy prices for rooms and tickets at the start was a faux pas and I understand as race day got closer, hotel prices and ticket prices plummeted. Throw in a brief practice run and those disappointed fans, and the biggies for locals - traffic disruption and local government having to cough up half the cost, when the promoters were originally going to foot it all.

[@gtr603]

G'day Ruby, new subscriber, and appreciating the channel for sure. You're most likely already aware, Australian Rugby League is playing 2 games at Alliegiant Stadium on the 2nd of March. I sure hope you can make a vlog on this, to show your fellow Americans how good the game is. You will most likely be as confused of the rules as I am on the NFL, but will be a top night - loads of Aussies making the trip across for this event - myself included, cheers, Gary

[@terry412]

One possible reason for the low turnout is the calendar... in 3 months, LV will also be hosting the Super Bowl, & I imagine there are fans who can only afford to travel for one of these high-priced events.

[@CrashSeven]

I mean the race is twice as expensive as any typical European race so most European fans dodged as well.

[@iamkrista1]

I suspect the target audiences are quite different for the two events.

[@jmsmikey]

F1 used Las Vegas like a grand piano~but I love your channel & I'm glad you had fun

[@brians7419]

As always, thanks for a great video! As a local, I went to the strip in May. The construction messed things up and I haven’t been back since then. Regardless, I am thrilled that F1 is in Vegas. This really is a big, big deal for the city. They will get things figured out!

[@mikec2495]

you guys look like you had a great time!!...if i can ask how much was the white truffle rissotto LOL

[@TravelRuby]

$75 😅😅

[@mikec2495]

thats actually not too bad!...u had a nice portion@@TravelRuby

[@peters-adventure]

I enjoyed this video from beginning to end! Great job!

[@williamblackledge1406]

Thanks Ruby, I have to say I was impressed how fast they are tearing everything down, we got there Monday after the race and although there was still grandstands and lights it wasn't all that bad getting up and down the Strip. Keep up the awesome content, glad to see how your channel is succeeding. 👍👍

[@nicoleherman1315]

Looks pretty crazy! Love the black glitter sweater! Need. Epic as always ruby, love the Wynn and it looked amazing!

[@dianeschroeder3980]

I was there a month ago and thank goodness we stayed at the Delano because that was not in the middle of everything. We love to go downtown, but we couldn’t because the traffic was too crazy due to the construction on the strip. I heard they have it for two more years!

[@martyc.2888]

Yes 2 more years and maybe break out from it!

[@Kreneea263]

Thanks for the review and I'm glad you two had a great time! I'd read somewhere that F1 has a contract for 10 years in LV but can back out after a 3 year stint. You'll have to check on that to confirm though. Go work PR so next year will be better. 🤞🤞🤞

[@juliopaez4516]

I’m a huge F1 fan and love Las Vegas so when I found out F1 was coming to Vegas I planned with 4 of my friends to come to Vegas and watch the race. We signed up to get early access and when the packages came out, the prices were insane. And you were forced to buy hotel and tickets so even if we wanted to come over just for a day we couldn’t. We were out and that was like a year go. I am not surprised the turn out was low.

[@Big-4]

The turn out wasn’t low. It was a massive success for people that had the money to attend. It’s a 10 years agreement with Vegas so you have an entire decade to save up your pennies.

[@juliopaez4516]

@@Big-4 If the turn out wasn’t low how come the prices dropped like a rock? Hotel rooms were available for as low as 90 bucks if not less. Initially you could only buy packages staring at 5K and towards the end you could buy single tickets for the weekend for $500 and hotel rooms prices were pretty cheap. You are missing the point about not being able to afford going to Vegas. It has nothing to do with that. It has to do with the value I put on a sporting event and paying 5K or 10K is not worth it. I am willing to pay 3K. That’s the value I am willing to pay. I attended the World Series to watch the Dodgers and I was willing to pay no more than 2K for a single gane which is what I paid. More than that, it is not worth it. Once again, affordability is not the issue. It is price elasticity of demand. Your comment about having a decade to save up my pennies is idiotic.

[@Big-4]

@@juliopaez4516 because they over shot the market & readjusted. Once they did the remainder filled in. They did the same in Miami & people delay purchases like this. Your value proposition may or may not fit the F1 business model. If you want to go bad enough in person you’ll save up or watch it on TV like 99.9% of the world. Idiotic are people who get defensive when people respond to comments you voluntarily put online!

[@alexshapley8331]

Great video - couple of points to raise... If you weren't comped (by F1 and/or Wynn) how much was the package please? Please note that 95-99% of the F1 construction you suffered through as locals was one-off - most street circuits only need 3-7 days each subsequent year to convert from roadway to racetrack because all of the heavy lifting was done before the inaugural race. (Note: year 2 may have slightly more construction than year 3 onwards, just because year 2 is when they fix any issues discovered in the inaugural race). Hope that makes sense!

[@SulemaTrollope]

You successfully changed the topic lol, this is a profound reply, can you explain why you asked this question?

[@marianbrinley4389]

Great video! Thanks Ruby!❤❤❤

[@hikatz84]

Stayed at the Wynn for CES this past year, was so much better than Aria. Ate at Lakeside as well, the Mahi was the fantastic

[@Tealtown408]

That coat and Gucci bag hard af 🔥

[@SulemaTrollope]

Indeed, this is a great video, what do you think of its production?

[@trinamiller100]

That was a fun F1 experience in Las Vegas.

[@clee1173]

Thanx for braving that headache of an event!! I didn't even get close to The Strip in Oct because of the construction and disruption!! WooHoo for Circa on Fremont St!

[@SulemaTrollope]

LOL, it looks like you watched better games, how was your experience there?

[@glavegas0010]

As locals we stayed as far away from the strip as possible during this past weekend. We enjoyed a trip to Circa for a few nights the week before. Give me Circa over the strip any day.

[@3Twinpop]

Great video, and totally agree with comments. We had a great time while there, stayed at Bellagio. Hey, BTW no audio on my end from 6:13-7:00. FYI

[@paulsilvester3102]

Was lucky enough to win a competition here in the UK to make the trip and see the race, stayed at Resorts World Hilton. Was an amazing time, kept looking out for you on our walks but never quite spotted you to say hello.

[@SulemaTrollope]

Congratulations, I hope you can perform at your best every time you compete. Do you like racing?

[@PrevostKlaus]

Go to Monaco next

[@lilacbirman]

My brother and I had been wanting to go the LV for the F1, but yep, the prices were RIDICULOUS! So the four of us are going to LV in December instead. Too bad

[@Gost-th4io]

Less words from me, but ... Wonderfull terrific experience!!! Thx for this ... Greetings from Austria 🇦🇹✌️

[@sarahc4817]

I’d be interested in hearing how the de-construction is now going on lol 😂 will that also take months?

[@patriel1]

You are looking really gorgeous, Ruby. Thanks for taking us along with you, as for some of us that is the only way we will ever experience something like that. Great video! I think even the drivers had a lot to say about how all the celebs and hoopla kinda of took away from the actual race, they didn't seem to appreciate it.

[@alooga555]

Setup a course near Corn Creek next year and beyond where the cars can really speed up to their potential without disturbing the locals and visitors for months.

[@ronjohnson5070]

When they held this in Houston, I got front row seats for three years in a row on a back stretch. $70 a seat. If you wanted to go into the paddock, extra, booths, extra or no access, etc. I guess they didn’t make enough money. Same in Dallas years before

[@craigc3259]

Ruby like you… I went to Vegas for the F1 weekend not really knowing what to expect. Yes there were issues on Thursday but honestly the food made that not really a huge deal. The race was amazing, the vibe was super fun, the sphere was nuts. We ate, drank, did the race stuff had an amazing time and really did not gamble much….well the wife did hit a hand pay after we had checked out. We will be back next year for sure.

[@eireslots]

I usually go to Vegas in November but didn't this year. I wasn't going to be ripped off just for F1. Great video Ruby!

[@jstratten5326]

This was a fun and interesting video, including the chosen music. I agree with what you said about doing something for the locals I thought also they really shouldn’t have it on that part of the strip, now we still have to look at it for still a few months more.Also It is none of our business, but omg F1 night to get a beautiful room and dining with no break in cost ? 😱I would love the costs divulged because it is interesting to know. I also agree about the Sphere, it is so awesome !

[@flowstatenata]

Thanks for covering this. Sad to hear it didn't do well because I definitely considered going and it looked so inaccessible. I was there in June staying on harmon with the pit right in front of me and thought hmmm maybe I should come back but the tickets were insane plus that price coupled with what I expected all the race set up to be like on the strip I thought nah I'll avoid it. The construction was already a pain in the A**.

[@LeashMechanic]

Loved the video! Wish I could have been there, looked like a blast! Thank You!

[@waldron007]

I agree with a lot of your comments. I think overall it was a success, in the sense Vegas put on a great race, but I can’t say it was a fan focused experience. Prices alone, show that. I had a great time despite not getting an over priced ticket. I found a good bar with a small view of the track. The casinos were the winners it seems, thanks to increase in bigger spending gamblers being in town, during a quiet part of the year. However, it seems more of the regular Vegas crowd stayed away because the hotels were over priced until the last minute. This it hurts workers in hotels with less guests. Uber/taxi drivers were telling me it had been a bad week for them. Hopefully it should be less painful next year, as all the lessons should have been learned now. We’ll have to wait and see, but I hope they can find a way to look after the locals. For the sake of bias, whilst this is not a sponsored video, was this a gifted Wynn experience, like I’ve seen on other channels? No hate, just asking. The Wynn is always great. 🙂

[@TravelRuby]

Yes the Wynn invited us but with no obligation to make content!

[@MooJoo]

Yes! As a local myself, I thought it was absolutely miserable. They say it's a 10 year contract, so looks like we're stuck with it

[@unedited2716]

THANKS FOR SHARING F1 🙏RACING WILL BE BETTER NEXT TIME 💯🏎🌟👍

[@SuperEnthused]

Just wanna say love the fit! We went to F1 at COTA last year and it was craaaazy!

[@billtravis523]

I was glad to see your video post regarding the F1 race as I knew that it would be an honest appraisal from local residents. Much of what I've seen online after the race has been negative. However, it has looked to me (from afar) that the race was actually held and completed, there were many other activities for fans to enjoy alongside of and away from the track, etc. It was nice to hear you say as a casual observer that you had more fun at the event than you expected. That's what it's all about.

[@velvetjones1856]

Kicking everyone out Thursday after 10 minutes of practice is a terrible black eye. A $200 voucher offered to Thursday only folks doesn't help when a hoodie costs more than that. The multiple day ticket holders were offered nothing, they missed FP1 and FP2 - 1/3 of the viewing time. As Ruby said, the high ticket and hotel prices kept many of the real F1 fans away. By the time the prices were dropped, it may have been too late to make plans. A good race but the commercial side of the event was not so successful unless you were a high roller.

[@raquelhulce9314]

Thank you so showing us what it looked like. Great video.

[@TheAccidentalPhotographer]

Really interesting video - being brits we had to watch from our living room but my wife even watched it just to see Vegas. They will definitely have to do something about the operational side as I'd read (and it was mentioned in the TV commentary) that they have a 10 year race commitment so feels more like a when they come back not an IF

[@joshhurst9932]

I have to agree, an awful lotta work for such a quick weekend. Looked like a blast though!

[@shadowfilm7980]

You’re room looked nice. I can see why many consider the Wynn to be the best Vegas hotel. Other than the new Fontainebleau.

[@nickfromm5315]

I don't appreciate the eurocization of Las Vegas, keep it in Monaco.