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Hello Capfesters!

I'm back with another massive update.
This time I will be talking about our Saturday events.

First I need everyone that is going for sure to please e-mail me assoon as you can.

Please include arrival date and times and departure date and times.Also include if you want to go to Friday's event of the Neon graveyardAs I need to get a group reservation in advance.Plus tell me if you want to attend Thursday's welcome dinner and bowling night.Sunday morning I would like to set up a goodbye breakfast withpostcard capping with coffee.

So hopefully all of you leaving on Sunday will be able to attend that as well.

Those of you arriving Thursday, I will be around to greet everyone.Hopefully we can gather at one of the bars and have a few beers to get to know one another.

So here is an extensive list of what will be available to do on Saturday.Saturday is classified as the "Casino Strip Day"This will give you the opportunity to visit all of the major casinos all in one shot.

Not only will there be casinos to visit, but there will be numerous attractions, bars and gambling opportunities.

After an early breakfast, we will head down to one end of the strip and work our way down.Be prepared for LOTS of walking.
This day will be well worth it.Bring your cameras, as there will be lots of great stuff to take pictures of. And of course, bring money!

The following is an exact order of the casinos we will be walking to And I will include approximate visiting times for each casino telling you generally how long it will take to either visit each casino or how long it's worth staying at each one, for all the things each casino has to offer.
And the level of picture taking each one is worth.

1. Mandalay Bay (est. 30mins)
Main Attraction: Shark Reef
Picture taking: Poor

There's not much to see here, but is worth a walk around.
The other option is going just for Shark Reef.
Shark Reef- Featuring more than 2,000 animals including sawfish, giant rays, sea turtles, piranha, golden crocodiles and sharks in 1.6 million gallons of seawater.

$16.95 general admission. $13.95 residents.
I would like to do this as I haven't yet, so If anyone else is interested please let me know.
If not then we will move on to the next casino.

2. Luxor (est 45mins-1 hour)
Main Attraction: Beam of light, Titanic Exhibit, Bodies the Exhibit
Picture Taking: ModerateT

his is the Egyptian themed casino and pyramid shaped casino.
This casino has gone through a massive remodel, and are actually trying to stay away from Egyptian theme.I'm not sure how much of this is still Egyptian themed, but there should be enough for nice picture taking.
Beam of light doesn't happen until sundown, but making our way backfrom the other side of the casinowe should be able to see it. This is the beam of light that can be seen from outer space.
Worth a picture.

Titanic Exhibit- $27.00 General Admission-$25.00 Seniors (65 and over)$20.00 Children (4 - 12 years)FREE Children (3 & younger)$24.00 Locals (with valid id)

The 25,000-square-foot exhibit features numerous items from the Titanic, including luggage, the ship's whistles, floor tiles from thefirst-class smoking room, a window frame from the Verandah Cafe and an unopened bottle of champagne with a 1900 vintage. In addition, the exhibit features a piece of Titanic’s hull, a full-scale re-creationof the Grand Staircase as well as a newly expanded outer Promenade Deck, complete with the frigid temperatures felt on that fateful April night. These actual artifacts, recovered from two and one half miles below the surface of the North Atlantic, tell the story behind the legendary Titanic’s short journey from construction and destruction to eventual recovery.
Walk her decks, peer into her cabins and meet her passengers and crew.

BODIES The Exhibition$ 31.00 General Admission$ 29.00 Seniors (65 and over)$23.00 Children (4 - 12 years)FREE Children (3 & younger)$28.00 Locals (with valid id)

BODIES...The Exhibition, which showcases real full-bodies and organs,provides a detailed, three-dimensional vision of the human form rarely seen outside of an anatomy lab or a morgue. The Exhibition showcases 13 whole-body specimens and more than 260 organs and partial body specimens. These real human bodies have been meticulously dissected, preserved through an innovative process and respectfully presented, giving visitors the opportunity to view the beauty and complexity of their own organs and systems.
In addition to providing an up-close look inside our skeletal,muscular, respiratory, and circulatory systems the Exhibition encourages healthy lifestyle choices by serving as a wake-up call.
Authentic human specimens illustrate the damage caused to organs by over-eating and lack of exercise. A healthy lung is featured next to a black lung ravaged by smoking in a vivid comparison more powerful than any textbook image.

3. Excalibur (est 45mins-1 hour)
Picture Taking: ModerateT

his casino is your Renaissance theme of sorts.
This has lots of stuff inside and out to take picture of.
Second level, which has been completely remodeled has lots of gift shops.

4. New York, New York (est 45mins)
Main Attraction: Roller Coaster
Picture Taking: Poor

While this is a large casino, there really isn't much interesting to see or take pictures of. But roller coaster lover will definitely want to ride the roller coaster.Roller coaster-

$14, $7 for re-rides and $25 all day scream pass.

5. Monte Carlo (est 20-30mins)
Picture Taking: PoorT

here isn't much to see here.It's mainly geared towards elegance and high rollers. But still worth a quick walk through.

6. City Center - UNDER CONSTRUCTION

This will be the absolute largest casino & hotel on the strip
About 90% completed.

There is too much to tell about this one.
http://www.citycenter.com/

7. Bellagio (est 45mins-1 hour)
Main Attraction: Art Gallery and Fountains
Picture Taking: Poor-Low

Another elegant and beautiful casino.
Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art- "Classic Contemporary: Lichtenstein, Warhol & Friends "Paintings and sculptures by contemporary artists Roy Lichtenstein, Andy Warhol

Ellsworth Kelly and Sol Le Witt. Admission is $15. $12 for residents.
$10 for students and military with valid ID.

Fountains of Bellagio- Lighted fountains soar as high as 460 feet in the air.
30 different shows are choreographed to music.Every half and hour Admission is FREE HALF WAY POINT FOR LUNCH,

Planet Hollywood: possible but not definite.

8. Caesars Palace (est 2-3 hours)
Main Attraction: Forum Shops, Planet Hollywood
Picture Taking: High

Caesars is quite large and has numerous shops and stores and has lots of statues to take pictures of. Forum shops has a wide variety of stores and shops and has an illuminated ceiling sky that changes three times a day in coordinate with the different settings of an actual day.
Forum Shops also got a face lift and added even more stores and a semi-confusing and irritating walkway system. Still, it is worth walking all the way through, as there is more to do than just shop.
Planet Hollywood is also located here, where we will have lunch(if it's everyone's taste)

9. The Mirage (est 45mins)
Main Attraction: Volcano, Secret Garden and Dolphin Habitat
Picture Taking: Poor-

Low Home of Siegfried and Roy. This is also known for the hourly volcano eruption. Not much to see on the inside though. Volcano- Erupts at the top of each hour. FREE Siegfried & Roy's Secret Garden and Dolphin Habitat- Features the royal white tigers of Nevadaand the white lions of Timbavati.
The dolphin habitat is home to several Atlantic bottlenose dolphins.
Admission: $15

10. T.I. (Formerly known as Treasure Island) (est 20-30mins)
Main Attraction: Sirens of T.I.Picture
Taking: Poor

This actually use to be a really cool casino to go to since they had a whole Pirates of the Caribbean theme going but after the name change, they tried to get rid of any kind of pirate theme.
They even converetd the old pirate boat explosion show into some lame "Sirens of TI" boat show.
Sirens of TI- Thankfully this show isn't until nighttime.
FREE Now at this point.

There are only two more major places to visit, and actually going to be worth it to most people.

We will be walking maybe 15-20mins tops to reach the next destination.
There are some stuff to see along the way, but nothing intriguing.

11. Circus, Circus (est. 45mins-1hr)
Main Attraction: Circus Acts, Adventuredome
Picture Taking: Poor

I call this casino hell on Earth. As they let kids run around as freely as they want. Which no other casino will put up with.
Amusement park riders should try and endure this just for the rides.
Adventuredome- 5 acre indoor theme park, featuring 25 and attractions for all ages.
Ride tickets are $4-$7.
All day ride pass $14.95 for 33 inches to 47inch tall people $24.95 for 48 inches or taller. So midgets take the advantage of this deal!!

LARGEST LAS VEGAS GIFT SHOP.Before we cross the street to the other side, we will be stopping in what I think is known as the largest gift shop in Las Vegas.

12. Sahara Casino (est 20mins)
Main Attraction: Speed the roller coaster
Picture Taking: Poor

Even though this casino has gone through a face life and a remodel,it's still worth only a quick walk through. Speed the roller coaster: No, this isn't based on the Keeanu Reeves movie.Roller coaster that reaches 70MPH Electromagnetic force is used to slingshot the state-of-the-art rollercoaster out of its launch site and over its first hill. Reaching speeds of 35 mph around the first curve, the coaster then dives into acorkscrew before plummeting 25 feet below ground through a mist-filledtunnel.

True to it's name, SPEED -- The Ride soon clocks in at 70 mph as it zips through a heart-stopping loop with a thunderous roar. If you can manage to do anything but scream, this would be a great time to flash those pearly whites, a souvenir photo is taken here as the coaster exits loop. Just as passsengers begin to catch their breath, the roller coaster quickly ascends a 224-foot tower.
Once the coaster reaches the top,riders experience the entire journey backward, at equally high speeds.$10; $17.95 for Cyber Speedway ride and Speed - The Ride (one ticket each); $22.95 for an unlimited all-day pass to Cyber Speedway andSpeed - The Ride; $28.95 for the Super Package.
The Super Package includes unlimited access to Cyber Speedway and Speed - The Ride, $5arcade tokens and one souvenir Speed - The Ride photo.

13. Encore and Wynn Casinos (est 1hr)
Picture Taking: Poor-

LowBoth casinos owend by Mr. Wynn.
Strictly known for elegance and high rollers. Nothing really to see here.But worth a walk through to imagine yourself as a high roller.

Passable casino:
PalazzoThis is one casino that we can walk by. You're not missing much.

14. The Venetian (est 45mins-1 hr)
Main Attraction: Art Gallery, Grand Canal Shops
Picture Taking: Low

Known to give you a taste of Italy.
Venetian is known for it glamorous shops and recreating walk ways and streets of Italy.
Just at a quarter mile length of shops.70 specialty shops, restaurants and a 1,200-foot Grand Canal.

Next there is a group of casinos that in no doubt can be passable.These casinos are:Flamingo, Bally's, Imperal Palace and Harrah's

15. Paris Las Vegas Casino (est. 45mins)
Main Attraction: Eiffel Tower
Picture Taking: Low

Another elegant casino that is there for looks.Also another casino that you can breeze through. Eiffel Tower- Don’t miss the view from the single most romantic spotin all of Vegas – 460 feet above the heart of the Strip atop the Eiffel Tower Experience. A signature of the Las Vegas skyline, the replica Eiffel Tower at Paris Las Vegas is a half-scale exact reproduction of one of Europe's most famous landmarks.
You’ll take a breathless elevator ride ride to the top, where a breathtaking, panoramic view of the valley awaits. Along the way, an experienced elevator guide will point out can't-miss Vegas landmarks. When you come back down to earth, be sure to stop by Amazing Photos to purchase a commemorative photo of your trip into the sky! It’s a perfect keepsake for an unforgettable moment.
And don't miss the Eiffel Tower Restaurant, located on the 11th floor,for exquisite Continental cuisine, an extensive wine list and another incredible view. Tickets are available at the Eiffel Tower Box Office.

16. Planet Hollywood Casino (est30-45)
Main Attraction: Pleasure Pit
Picture Taking: Poor

Your only reason in coming to this casino is to "maybe" see a celebrity.
Or if you're into gambling and a male there is the Pleasure Pit.
The Pleasure Pit. Blackjack and Roulette dealt by beautiful women int he chicest lingerie and Go-Go dancers keeping the energy level turned up.

17. M&M World

This will be the place if you love M&M's
A four story interactive and shopping complex featuring thousands of original M&M's brand merchandise, a 3-D movie adventure, Colorworks featuring 21 different M&M colors and an Ethel M Chocolate lounge.
Admission is FREE
I will have 15% off coupons for anyone that wants to shop here.

The last stop....

18. MGM Grand (est 20-30mins)
Main Attraction: Lion HabitatP
icture Taking: Poor-Low

Lion Habitat- To honor the lion and help safeguard its preservationfor future generations, MGM Grand Hotel and Casino has created a one-of-a-kind Lion Habitat as a showcase for public education and appreciation for this majestic creature of nature. The lion has been apart of the MGM heritage for many years, beginning with the legendary Leo, whose roars have welcomed generations of moviegoers to epics of the silver screen.
The lions live in custom accommodations on an 8.5-acre ranch 12 miles from the MGM Grand. They are owned and cared for by noted feline expert Keith Evans, who has been training exotic animals for more than 30 years.

Admission is FREE

To finish this massive update, at some point we will have to have dinner.
While I haven't figured out where yet, there are many places to choose from on the strip.Or we can go somewhere off the strip too.

In my next update, I will be breaking all these events down, one by onet o see who's interested in going and to see if we should even do an entire walk of the whole strip.

Again these are only suggestions, and people can freely go where and when they want.

I know this is a lot, but see what there is that you like or might be interested in.

I'm here to answer any questions. Also, I want to get people's opinions if they want to do somethingSaturday night as far as cappingor MST3K, RIfftrax or Cinematic Titanic is concerned.

E-Mail Bosko: john steffens (boskolost@gmail.com)