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Offline Hawkgirl

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Bad Idea??
« on: December 14, 2009, 10:26:34 PM »
So my brother turns 40 next April and his wife wants to do something special...She asked me if I would join them in Vegas for a week.  At first, I jumped at the invitation...I've been there twice, and last time was over 8 years ago and I have been itching to get back.

Only thing is...my daughter will be 10 months and I want to take her with me....has Vegas become more child friendly??  or Should I say thank you and decline?  The thought of taking formula, baby food, stroller and all the other work associated with taking care of an infant might make this a stupid idea.  I won't be able to sit in the casino (not that I really enjoy gambling), can't really take her to the shows...her bed time is 8:30pm...(I guess she can sleep through the shows)

If any of you have been to Vegas and can recommend hotesl that are more family friendly??  I know Bellagio won't allow strollers even near their casinos... :(

Thoughts, suggestions??


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Re: Bad Idea??
« Reply #1 on: December 14, 2009, 10:28:11 PM »
RobJohnson lives and works in the area... he could give you some tips if he shows up.
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Re: Bad Idea??
« Reply #2 on: December 14, 2009, 10:54:20 PM »
Plus, if you're REALLY loaded, a lot of the hotels offer babysitting services.
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Re: Bad Idea??
« Reply #3 on: December 14, 2009, 11:04:13 PM »
Quote from: NHSparky on December 14, 2009, 10:54:20 PM
Plus, if you're REALLY loaded, a lot of the hotels offer babysitting services.

I don't drink much anymore...but wouldn't mind a good babysitter while I go see a Cirque show.
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Re: Bad Idea??
« Reply #4 on: December 14, 2009, 11:05:28 PM »
Quote from: Hawkgirl on December 14, 2009, 11:04:13 PM
I don't drink much anymore...but wouldn't mind a good babysitter while I go see a Cirque show.

I meant loaded as in rich.  Call the hotel and find out if they offer it, and how much they charge.
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Re: Bad Idea??
« Reply #5 on: December 14, 2009, 11:09:16 PM »
Alternatively, do you have a babysitter that you really trust.  When I was in high school, my friend went on several trips as a babysitter.  They basically paid her travel expenses and whatever price they agreed on, and she would sit with the kids while the parents did their thing.  Granted, they usually went on more family friendly trips, like disneyland, so she enjoyed herself too, but it would be decent money for a really trustworthy teenager. 
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Re: Bad Idea??
« Reply #6 on: December 14, 2009, 11:15:52 PM »
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Re: Bad Idea??
« Reply #7 on: December 15, 2009, 12:14:26 AM »
Call your mother first and ask her if she would like her granddaughter for a week....or cut your trip shorter than your brother and his wife.

If not, it would probably be cheaper to take your babysitter with you, than to use the hotel babysitter services. Not only that....you would probably be more comfortable with someone you knew than a stranger.

I only used a "service" once with my kids. We were on a Disney cruise and left them in Pluto's Playhouse while docked in Nassau and went to the casino. My kids were 8 and 10 and even though I knew they would be safe, I worried about them the whole time.

I never left my kids with family as the family was half a country away. I did have one of my ex's secretaries stay with them. Worked out great. She was in her 20's, the kids loved her, and I knew I could trust her because she was not about to do something stupid and jeopardize her job.

My daughter nannied for 3 different families while in college. She loved it....they loved her, and she made terrific money doing it!
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Re: Bad Idea??
« Reply #8 on: December 15, 2009, 04:24:44 AM »
Quote from: Hawkgirl on December 14, 2009, 10:26:34 PM
So my brother turns 40 next April and his wife wants to do something special...She asked me if I would join them in Vegas for a week.  At first, I jumped at the invitation...I've been there twice, and last time was over 8 years ago and I have been itching to get back.

Only thing is...my daughter will be 10 months and I want to take her with me....has Vegas become more child friendly??  or Should I say thank you and decline?  The thought of taking formula, baby food, stroller and all the other work associated with taking care of an infant might make this a stupid idea.  I won't be able to sit in the casino (not that I really enjoy gambling), can't really take her to the shows...her bed time is 8:30pm...(I guess she can sleep through the shows)

If any of you have been to Vegas and can recommend hotesl that are more family friendly??  I know Bellagio won't allow strollers even near their casinos... :(

Thoughts, suggestions??




I wouldn't suggest taking a baby to Las Vegas. There are alot of family friendly things to do in Las Vegas, but no matter where you go, I think you might find your choices limited with a child so young. It would be hard taking a baby to Disney World, let alone Las Vegas. Little ones are simply alot of work & need alot of attention.

If you do end up going on the trip, I could send my mom to Las Vegas to watch the baby for you one night while you catch a show.



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Re: Bad Idea??
« Reply #9 on: December 15, 2009, 05:25:34 AM »
Rob is right, bring your Mom and you two can switch off.
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Re: Bad Idea??
« Reply #10 on: December 15, 2009, 07:19:00 AM »
I'll break the news to my mom tonight...I REALLY want to go... :-) 

Thanks guys...
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Re: Bad Idea??
« Reply #11 on: December 15, 2009, 07:24:55 AM »
Quote from: RobJohnson on December 15, 2009, 04:24:44 AM


If you do end up going on the trip, I could send my mom to Las Vegas to watch the baby for you one night while you catch a show.





OH, you mean YOUR mom....that is so nice of you!! If my mom doesn't go....I may take you up on that offer... :-)
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Re: Bad Idea??
« Reply #12 on: December 15, 2009, 08:32:48 AM »
Okay, Okay, Okay...

Since you asked so nicely... I'll accompany you.  :naughty:
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Re: Bad Idea??
« Reply #13 on: December 15, 2009, 10:40:04 AM »
Quote from: bkg on December 15, 2009, 08:32:48 AM
Okay, Okay, Okay...

Since you asked so nicely... I'll accompany you.  :naughty:

Are you good with kids??  :-)
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Re: Bad Idea??
« Reply #14 on: December 15, 2009, 10:49:07 AM »
Quote from: Hawkgirl on December 15, 2009, 10:40:04 AM
Are you good with kids??  :-)

Total backfire... Dang.  :bawl:

Two points for you! :lmao:
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Re: Bad Idea??
« Reply #15 on: December 15, 2009, 11:08:50 AM »
That's right!  And never forget it, I will always be 2 steps ahead... :evillaugh:
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Re: Bad Idea??
« Reply #16 on: December 15, 2009, 11:11:29 AM »
Quote from: Hawkgirl on December 15, 2009, 11:08:50 AM
That's right!  And never forget it, I will always be 2 steps ahead... :evillaugh:

Which is just fine... I have a nice view from back here. :naughty:
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Re: Bad Idea??
« Reply #17 on: December 15, 2009, 11:15:42 AM »
Quote from: bkg on December 15, 2009, 11:11:29 AM
Which is just fine... I have a nice view from back here. :naughty:

 :lol:
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Re: Bad Idea??
« Reply #18 on: December 15, 2009, 11:17:40 AM »
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Re: Bad Idea??
« Reply #19 on: December 15, 2009, 12:01:51 PM »
:rofl: you guys are funny!

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Re: Bad Idea??
« Reply #20 on: December 15, 2009, 12:16:58 PM »
I don't know if I would be comfortable a total staranger in my hotel room with my baby. Switch off with someone you trust and hope they have a watch because there is no clocks in the casenos and bring plenty of books, no TVs in the hotel rooms either.
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Re: Bad Idea??
« Reply #21 on: December 15, 2009, 07:48:18 PM »
I doubt the Bunny Rabbit Ranch is a good place for kids, too much lunch opportunities.
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Re: Bad Idea??
« Reply #22 on: December 15, 2009, 08:34:37 PM »
Well I called Treasure Island and asked if I could bring an infant to their show, Mystere ( a Cirque production) and they said YES! :cheerleader:  My sister in law and I will probably do mostly shopping and hotel hopping..my brother is really the only one who likes to sit at the tables...so I think we will be fine... TI is next to Ceasar's, in the center of the strip so everything is within walking distance.  I asked my mom but she said a big NO...(too much walking for her as she has a bad back)

So I asked for the time off from my job and I expect no problems...so we're good to go! :-)
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Re: Bad Idea??
« Reply #23 on: December 15, 2009, 09:02:59 PM »
Well, TI ain't exactly "next to" Caesar's.  However, you can take the tram from TI to the Mirage and then walk down towards the Forum Shops.

Still, it's about a 15-20 minute walk.
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Re: Bad Idea??
« Reply #24 on: December 15, 2009, 09:07:00 PM »
Quote from: Hawkgirl on December 15, 2009, 08:34:37 PM
so we're good to go! :-)

I sooooo want to make a smartass-stalker comment here.  :rotf:

Have fun in Vegas - I've been there once for a conference... they put me in a retirement community. I kid you not.
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