Is Las Vegas Too Expensive? Here Are The Facts! Here is How To Handle It!

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Ай бұрын

Has Vegas become too expensive for a lot of people? We looked at the data and were shocked by what we found. While we have seen it first hand, the numbers don't lie. In this video we will show you the data but also, we will share with you how we are able to travel to Las Vegas every two weeks on a budget!
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@RandyBroadfoot Ай бұрын

Thank you guys for going to the trouble of gathering all the statistics and making this extremely informative video !! Very well produced and appreciated !!!

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

@@RandyBroadfoot thanks Randy!

@christine3043 Ай бұрын

Great tips. To save on travel we grab a Deuce pass and use that to explore different resorts every time we visit. We stay at Treasure Island and get great rates with no resort fees. Plus each room has a mini fridge in it.

@terrytucker6251 Ай бұрын

Outrageous gouging. My spouse and I are actually going to give Reno a try. Never thought I’d quit Vegas (have been going 2-4 times a year since 1999).

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

Could be a fun alternative!

@Morningwoodgolfs Ай бұрын

South Point reasonable prices plus cheap food.

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

Yes, one of the few gems

@denises9426 24 күн бұрын

Very informative, thank you guys! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

@broose555 9 күн бұрын

Very interesting and informative video! We go to Vegas about 2-3 times a year, and the money-saving tips are always appreciated.

@michaelm4013 Ай бұрын

I have not been to Vegas since the pandemic. I recently went and was shocked that even the miracle mile parking garage charges 25 to park for a few hours. Rooms way up.

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

Yes, it’s really discouraging 😢

@5877user 24 күн бұрын

It’s definitely sticker shock if you haven’t been to Vegas for awhile.

@southernaa1 Ай бұрын

Wonderful video. Spot on.

@johnamaro5963 Ай бұрын

Great video! Very informative

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

Thank you John and Nancy!

@whiv Ай бұрын

Super helpful!

@paulmjprinz Ай бұрын

I'm done with Vegas for a while. I was a twice a year visitor but haven't been back since November 2022. Off to Bangkok 😊

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

Well it’s fun to travel the world anyway!

@kelleypopkowski1789 Ай бұрын

Yep. We went back In December 22 and have not been back. Used to go every year.

@jasonthemason1971 Ай бұрын

Yeah you’ll get kok-banged there. Good luck with that. 😂

@vancegrady7904 Ай бұрын

Great review Melissa and Enrique! 😊❤

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

Thank you 🤗

@valentinpineda247 Ай бұрын

I used to go to vegas 3 or 4 times a year, minimum. Now i go 0 or 1 times a year. But it's no longer a good value, the weather is terrible, the traffic is insane. It's not good anymore, i prefer san diego now.

@crowslots Ай бұрын

Great video as always!❤

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

Thank you guys!

@Twofortheroad621 Ай бұрын

Everything on Melissa's list is gold. As another Canadian, it's amazing how many friends I talk to do not know about the players card! At worst, as a low roller with a $300 a day gambling budget, we pay only for one night (usually a Friday) for a 4 or 5 mid week night stay in a mid level hotel (eg Park MGM which also comp'd us resort fees last April). Add to that free play ($50-$75) and resort credits ($100-$150) and suddenly there is budget for a couple of nice dinners and shows.

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

Yes!!! I love to see you getting these comps! You can really create an enjoyable trip this way.

@stevewood-vf2gx 25 күн бұрын

Great Video!!! Have ever considered doing a video on visitors from out of town, during the weekday, I fly in from Phoenix on Monday-Thursday package deal on Priceline/Expedia, Airline Tickets are $.35 cents, "Yes 35 cents each way" plus taxes which is about $17 dollars, stay at Linq/Flamingo/Harrah's for a total of 220-250 per person package deal, you get better deals during week plus less crowds!!!! Have not checked out flights from LA/San Francisco/San Diego/Denver/Salt Lake City, but I am sure you would probably get same airline fee of cheap cheap, must be a kick back from Hotels?

@JoshandBabe Ай бұрын

This is a very informative video, very well done. You’re right, never play triple zero roulette. A great food option is to check out anything on spring Mountain Road. Very close to the Strip, amazing. Amazing food for much cheaper. Keep up the good work guys.

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

They get you with that triple zero! But, it’s not just Vegas. We were just on a cruise and same thing. 😭

@rayserna428 Ай бұрын

Great informative video M&E!!

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

Thank you Ray!

@williamhiland4378 Ай бұрын

Great information! Thanks for looking out for your viewers! I sometimes look for the best airfare and hotel rates before I request time off from work. If you can pick the right week it can save you hundreds. I've been booking 3-4 day trips from a regional airport near Chicago (Allegiant Air), decent hotels (Sahara/the improving Rio), and car (Hertz), for under $500. The rental car saves a lot of money by getting off strip to eat and getting misc. stuff al Wal-Mart.

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

You can definitely save by planning ahead and doing homework. Oddly, the last minute trips can also be cheap! 😂

@holliesheet3182 Ай бұрын

Ms M, i ❤your MATH & Statistic charts! This was very informative! Viva Las Melissamath! 😊

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

#melissamath!

@grahamfan Ай бұрын

Watching so I can make Enrique's "good list" lol! 😂 And of course for the great presentation and information provided. 😊😎👍

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

You’re always on Enrique’s good list! 😂

@grahamfan Ай бұрын

@@UpUpOurWay ♥

@vegastocali Ай бұрын

Awesome video. Keep up the amazing work 👍Vegas is getting crazy pricey 😮but honestly, it's everywhere not just Vegas. It's the price of food in our country😮it's wild. We need change. TBH Vegas is still by far cheaper than any destination in the world. I❤Vegas. It has my❤. So I guess I'm screwed 🙃 😂Have a wonderful weekend, everyone

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

Yes, food prices are crazy! We actually got cheaper food at In n Out here in Vegas last night. They didn’t increase prices… yet! 😂

@lloydbaker6988 Ай бұрын

Thanks, Melissa and Enrique 👍

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

Thanks Lloyd!

@jim6070 Ай бұрын

Great video. No doubt prices are out of control.

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

@aaphotofilm Ай бұрын

Great video Melliss. Some really good tips there too. I'm assuming this is why Enrique puts you in front of camera because your very good at what you do right lol

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

Thank you! Trust me, there’s a lot of practice and bloopers

@aaphotofilm Ай бұрын

@@UpUpOurWay oh really. You should put the bloopers up at the end of the video. That's what some vloggers do. Just an idea 😊

@FunTimePlaying Ай бұрын

I love these types of videos and thought yours was very well done, so thank you for that. You know, as much as costs have gone up, even with the airfare it's still less expensive for my wife and I to spend 3-4 nights in Vegas than an equivalent stay in Orlando going to the theme parks or staying in one of the Hard Rock hotels in the state, and we live in Florida!

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

This is true! There are places that can cost a lot more. Vegas used to be such a cheap place to visit, and I think it’s just made a sharp turn.

@indianapatsfan Ай бұрын

Visit on weekdays, not weekends. Choose a hotel that's downtown or off strip, not on the strip. Learn how to play low edge games like 3:2 blackjack and full pay video poker. Those games are easy to find downtown and off strip.

@Norbert-Fall-asleep Ай бұрын

It's very nice to watch...💛

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

Thank you!

@5877user 24 күн бұрын

Laughlin is a nice alternative if you don’t need the glitz and glamour. Nice for more chilled crowd.

@lancestone4409 Ай бұрын

I just returned from Vegas and I'm already trying to go back 😅

@Coco-up7bl Ай бұрын

Hi amiga 😁! Great video 😉

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

Coco! It’s good to see you friend. ❤❤❤

@NeilMacedo Ай бұрын

Nice video Melissa and Enrique. I am surprised to see that sightseeing spending has remained relatively steady over the past few years. I have a feeling that sightseeing caters mainly to first timers, people who rarely come, or are international tourists

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

That might be! Thanks Neil!

@NeilMacedo Ай бұрын

@@UpUpOurWay you’re welcome ☺️

@Robert.Eichler Ай бұрын

Tip for travelers as far as ATM use. Check to see if your home bank has a presence in the area. Takes time but you’re eliminating the fee. Doesn’t work in all cases and you’re stuck with ATM.

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

Yes, there is a Bank of America ATM on the strip. We have an account that reimburses fees. They’ll even reimburse those $12 fees😂😂😂

@raymondrodriguez3856 Ай бұрын

This is one of the best information video!! Great research and condensed data to share. Your budgeting ideas are so spot on!! You both are an awesome couple. It was my pleasure to have met you. Sorry I’m going to miss you this time. I’ll be there July 3-9, but will county to follow you. Always be safe and much happiness to both of you!!👍👍

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

Thank you Raymond! Have a great trip over the 4th and I’m sure we’ll see you soon!

@bluevon5021 Ай бұрын

@@UpUpOurWay How do you connect your players card to your reservation? Is it when you use your login ID and password when you make your reservation? Or is it something more?

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

@@bluevon5021 on your first visit, just get your players card and go to the front desk. After you have your card, set up your online account and next time you’re looking to book, reserve directly through your players card account. This is where your offers will appear. Then, your reservation and players card are automatically linked.

@bluevon5021 Ай бұрын

@@UpUpOurWay Thank you!

@mrmotel9977 Ай бұрын

Great info and great advice. Definitely get a players card even if you low roll, definitely charge everything to the room. Have not paid for a room or resort fees in Vegas for years... Spend a couple grand on a nice room for a week or go lose a couple grand in the casino and get the room for free. Can't win at the front desk...

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

This is great! If you’re gonna gamble anyway, might as well get something out of it!

@oldgoat50 24 күн бұрын

I used to go to Vegas 2-3 times a year after retirement in 2000. Stayed at the Westward Ho for $25 a night and comped on some. Played .25 VP and could stay 4-5 days for less than $1000. Ate , saw shows,drank, and never went home broke. Last trip was 2019 and not sure of ever going back.🤑

@Drangon_ball_Goku Ай бұрын

I love y’all videos and live ❤🥰🥰🥰

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

Thank you Isaiah!

@savagenation236 Ай бұрын

Nice Info For Newbies Or Frugal Minded Individuals That Aren't Quite Versed In The Ways Of Cheapness, Masterclass Coming From UUOW Maybe We Can Get Guest Speakers

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

😂😂😂 Masterclass coming up!

@Dark0blivion Ай бұрын

I just got back from a week there. Like you mention in your video, there are little things you can do to mitigate excessive fees on silly stuff. Using the right ATMs (ie, not the ones in the casinos), getting your water & stuff at Walgreens, bringing your own coffee maker, etc.

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

Yes, so many people do bring their own coffee machine. We may have to start! 😂

@Dark0blivion Ай бұрын

@@UpUpOurWay I've also heard that some people just go to Target on the strip and buy a cheap $15 coffee maker and then leave it behind when they go home.

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

Yes! I’ve heard this too 😂

@roscoemuttley Ай бұрын

Great video, gambling downtown or off-strip is also a lot better than on the strip.

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

Yes, better odds for sure!

@5877user 24 күн бұрын

I agree! Plus staying Downtown means you don’t have to walk half a mile from one casino to another. The meals deals are terrific!! Had Tony Roma’s prime rib deal at around $12 or so. Great meal.

@user-ty2rg8ql9d Ай бұрын

Love watching your content but personally I feel Northern Cali has enough of a variety of casinos, shows & dining that going to Vegas to pay $20 a beer or whatever priced items they jacked up they can keep it. Did the Vegas thing plenty of times in the 80’s-90’s so i’ll keep enjoying what you two offer.

@Queen_of_Mean Ай бұрын

Agreed. There are plenty of casinos here in New Mexico, close enough to where I can be home in 15 minutes. I enjoyed the Vegas of the 80s and 90s, I'll keep those memories.

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

Yes, there are so many more “local” casinos all over. It surprises me that the demand in Vegas remains so high!

@Queen_of_Mean Ай бұрын

When I used to go with my parents and when I was first married, we were always comped. Of course we're talking late 80s, early 90s and we always had suites at the Westward Ho and or the Circus Circus. It's changed so much in the last 20 years. Even our Southwest flights were free sometimes, I miss my dad's connections. My dad always brought his own cooler with plenty of Coors too. 😂 The Vegas I grew up on, is just slowly disappearing but I might be back someday.

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

Your dad sounds like a cool guy!!!

@greggalexander5913 Ай бұрын

Just did it last week. 1) Free Valet parking at Ceasar’s & Flamingo with Ceasar’s credit card. ($40 savings) 2) Grand: $2 for skinny hot dog & 8oz draft beer. 3) Stage Door Casino. $3 for big all beef hot dog & full bottle of beer!

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

Love the deals! Stage door is awesome!!!

@tfsonicyouth88 Ай бұрын

Sometimes I find a great rate for the weekend on and off strip. Food best to eat off strip

@Proudmonkey40475 Ай бұрын

Great video. I would that your situation is unique because you come so often. That's why you are forced to bounce around to keep offers coming in. If they know you will be back thry cut offers which I'm sure happens to you. For others this doesn't apply as much. 3 to 6 months is the sweet spot depending on the property. If you don't come more often than that then likely bestvto stay loyal to one players club.

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

Yes, our comps situation is probably different. We are “special” 😂

@luckcometome Ай бұрын

Thanks Melissa and Enrique. Great information. Thanks for sharing and have a wonderful Saturday. See u tonite.❤🍀🥰🍀❤

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

Thank you Darci! See you tonight

@luckcometome Ай бұрын

@@UpUpOurWay Stay cool❤

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

It’s tough! So hot!🥵

@luckcometome Ай бұрын

@@UpUpOurWay Its hot here to🥵.

@imzeus3865 Ай бұрын

This was some great information! Our gambling budget has increased over the years as our income has. That has resulted in higher free play and F&B comps. It pays to play within the players club where you are staying. While we enjoy nice meals, we limit the fancier dinners to maybe one per trip. We can eat at restaurants here that are just as nice for 1/2 to 1/3 of Vegas restaurants. You can have great meals there without breaking the bank. Vegas has so many free things to see and do.

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

That’s a good point about the income points and related comps! The more disposable income you have, the more you might gamble and earn more comps!

@5877user 24 күн бұрын

Works great for us in California. We use our food comps at Pechanga Asian restaurant and have a whole 2.5 lb lobster for less than the “market price.” Eat well, gamble some, sleep well and enjoy the very clean and airy smoke-free casino. Their giveaway days are always busy because the giveaways are pretty good.

@gregcrezee4071 29 күн бұрын

It's just a simple case of... planning. Knock on wood, we've never over spent once. We visit about 5 times a year. Now, being fully transparent here... We get alot of freebies and upgrades, because of my wife! Truth be told, I wouldn't pay for 90% of the stuff that we do get! Anyhoo, thanks for the insight, and video!

@54Ripster 29 күн бұрын

The Blackjack odds are correct, but that is assuming perfect play. I refuse to play at a 6-5 table. Amazingly Atlantic City has much better Blackjack odds. Very good and informative video, Thank You

@ronb435 Ай бұрын

Great stream ! The detailed breakdown of costs for a trip to Vegas was super helpful, it really gives a clear picture of how expensive it can be , thanks for sharing! your tips

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

Thanks Ron!

@stephenturner3180 Ай бұрын

Great video! Very informative!

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

Thank you!

@gregthompson4068 Ай бұрын

I have always had comp rooms, some comp meals. I may have 1 night I splurge on food other than that I don't spend much on eating out. the only thing that's got more expensive for me is just the flight from Toronto. A year ago a booked for 4 on Swoop its was $250 each return. Now Im looking at $700 plus each from Toronto so for me its still reasonable but I am starting to go to Atlantic city more often rather than Vegas.

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

Still haven’t been to AC! Need to go do status matching there to get the free MSC cruise!

@RealBron03 Ай бұрын

The thing with Vegas it's not really expensive if you set a budget before hand and know where you want to stay. There are hotels and restaurants with both low to high end options

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

Yes, go with a plan, but most don’t! 😂 too much temptation too!

@cowprez Ай бұрын

I guess I'm on the other end of the spectrum as when I go to Vegas, I splurge!! I figure I'm not going to go again for awhile, so I GO FOR IT! At my age, memories are what's important to me. So, if I want a nice steak dinner with my son, I'm gonna find a nice steakhouse! I love Vegas and plan to go again soon. Thanks for another great stream kids! Be safe, and stay hydrated!

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

I cannot fault you for that Stephen! We come too often to splurge but do once in a while. And I 💯 agree about the memories. We will keep our car with 200k miles and keep traveling!

@5877user 24 күн бұрын

Great attitude!! Hope you continue to make great memories!

@5877user 24 күн бұрын

@@UpUpOurWay We are retired seniors with two older Volvo and a Prius. No car payments. Just occasional fixes.

@Mr_Chris77 Ай бұрын

All of the tips are excellent! I will say, if LV continues to climb up the prices, people will stop going. They are already seeing this in Nashville. A lot of people don't have expendable money anymore and vacations will be the first thing they stop doing. Also, the resort fee...just add the cost into the published cost of the room. That way people aren't shocked when they get the bill. Another tip we've found that saves money is the monorail and Uber. Way cheaper than the city taxi. Most of the time anyway.

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

Yes, I imagine that at some point they will have to advertise total cost! I hope so. Monorail is great if you’re on that side of the strip. Uber can be good, but surge pricing is ridiculous! We’ve paid $45 from downtown to the strip.

@5877user 24 күн бұрын

@@UpUpOurWayToo bad they can’t extend and expand the monorail. We love it because it’s safer than The Deuce bus.

@georgesuarez8325 Ай бұрын

I told you before I stayed in Las Vegas from June 7th to the 10th and it wasn't that expensive because I stayed at Circus Circus which is the cheapest compared to Motel 6. Food also wasn't that costly and I only spent a certain amount of money when gambling. I do play blackjack but I only play 10 dollar minimum tables and never play high stakes

@5877user 24 күн бұрын

Remember when tables were $1 minimum. Probably won’t ever see that again.

@stevekratochvil3034 Ай бұрын

I love blackjack, but won't play at a 6:5 table. Instead, I play video poker at a casino bar. Hopefully, people will pull back on playing these casino-pinching games (like double and triple zero roulette), forcing them to go back to what Las Vegas once was. I doubt it will happen, but at the very least it could create competition between casinos. Thanks for the video; great information!

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

I agree, if people stop playing, they will have to adjust. Problem is that most people have no clue!

@breakingthechainusa1007 Ай бұрын

Silver Sevens casino has free week day rooms for a lot of people, El Cortez and Ellis Island great food under $14 and $1 beer at Stage door. Cheapest place I've ever been

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

Stage door has great, cheap hot dogs too! We also love Ellis & Rl Cortez!!!

@Willhart33 Ай бұрын

I went to Las Vegas at least once a year from 2018 to 2023(except in 2020), and I definitely agree. The first time I really didn't know what I was getting into. I was starting to get tired of going through all the trouble of boarding a flight from Baltimore then seeing my travel budget fly out the window at the nightclubs on my first night in Vegas. Then MGMs handling of the cyber security event last year was what pushed me over the edge, basically. Vegas and I are done.

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

Ooh those nightclubs can get you! I’m so glad I’m not into that scene! 😂

@BirteK1975 Ай бұрын

I just spent two weeks in Vegas. Compared to Germany, prices were moderate.

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

Yeah, I imagine there are more expensive places. Vegas just used to be known for being a cheap place to travel. Not as much anymore.

@5877user 24 күн бұрын

Actually Hawaii is cheaper because we can’t gamble there😊 Now we mostly gamble locally because it fits our budget nicely here in California. Pechanga and Morongo and others have regular giveaways, free parking, food and play credits. Only time we go to Vegas is through our senior citizen center. Just enough for us. Happy travels to all of you 😊

@PUGGDAD Ай бұрын

I almost lost my 💩 when I pulled into The Strat for valet and saw it was $25 !! I’m thinking for The Strat!?? Nope, pulled right back out and went to Sahara for the complimentary valet. Tipped $20 To keep my car up top.

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

😂😂😂 for the Strat? 😂😂😂

@PUGGDAD Ай бұрын

@@UpUpOurWay yeah, the math wasn’t mathin for me. Had to leave !

@oldirtydawson Ай бұрын

There's a reason why every casino on and off the strip is building or has built a super high limit room. Local casinos across the country are following suit.

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

There’s so much money out there!!!

@Jesus.X Ай бұрын

It is weird how stuff changed since 2018 it is such an arbitrary year I also noticed stuff changing since that year for some reason.

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

I think this report just happens to go back to then but it would be interesting to compare even further back!

@AC-ff1cn Ай бұрын

As a Canadian, the price increase and currency exchange means it’s just not possible for me to visit.

@paulmjprinz Ай бұрын

Same. The Visa bill with exchange is depressing. I haven't been back since November 2022.

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

Yeah that exchange rate would be killer 😭😭😭

@coqbcmichelle 15 күн бұрын

Have you been to Pampas Brazilian grill in the Miracle Mile shops? Just wondering if it is worth it to visit this place that brings unlimited meat to your table. I have been to something like this here in Canada

@UpUpOurWay 15 күн бұрын

We have only been to galpao gaucho at the Fashion Show mall. It was excellent!

@stevenrunyon170 Ай бұрын

I don't need a survey to know Vegas is not a bargain anymore plus they are making record profits part of that is the odds on table games are worse.

@Marcus-4416 Ай бұрын

If your a Boyd rewards member, they waive the resort fees on comp rooms.

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

It’s nice when hotels do that!

@Marcus-4416 Ай бұрын

@@UpUpOurWay Ill be there labor day weekend, staying at Sams Town because of that. It may be off strip but saving 150 in resort fees to lose gambling lol.

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

@@Marcus-4416 😂😂😂 we always say that we’ll put $100 bucks in a machine but complain about a $100 dinner.

@Marcus-4416 Ай бұрын

@@UpUpOurWay OMG thats hilarious. Or Ill bet 5.00 on a penny machine but scared to bet 3.00 on a dollar lmao

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

@@Marcus-4416 our minds mess with us!

@takeontravel9076 Ай бұрын

The go Vegas pass is good. You have free tickets to Carpenter show the rat pack. Show the Elton John and Billy Joel show so these are like $300 for the all inclusive.

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

Good suggestion!!!

@jasonthemason1971 Ай бұрын

More expensive, but still worth visiting. I’ve been there so many times since 2001, I lost track of how many times I’ve been there. 😊

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

You sound like us! 😂

@lorenl9262 Ай бұрын

I have lived in LA$ VEGA$ since 2011 and this place has just turned into a $uburb of California!!! This is going to ultimately hurt Las Vegas and locals like myself are forced out because the wages do not match the cost of living!!! Good Luck!!! :(- !!!

@Commonzenze Ай бұрын

Didn’t know you had to pay for parking now, wow.

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

Yep! Been around for a while now but the parking fees keep increasing!

@PUGGDAD Ай бұрын

Since 2017….. I still boycott places that charge, which is most of the casinos now lol. I stick to locals casinos. Red Rock, Suncoast, SouthPoint, Green Valley

@Hoop_23 Ай бұрын

I think its still cheaper than a beach vacation in the summer or theme parks.

@kittykaleidoscope434 Ай бұрын

I can't believe a hotel that you pay good money for a room plus gambling,and food, won't let you park for free.🤷

@kittykaleidoscope434 Ай бұрын

By the way I used to live there for 10 years and I kind of learned the cheap places but it wasn't on the strip mainly in Henderson They have a lot of nice little casinos also.

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

I know that hotels in large cities do this, but it was a Vegas perk not to have to pay. Corporate greed, really

@Master-dk3pu Ай бұрын

What makes Vegas expensive is the gambling. Stay away from casinos, eat cheap, stay in a value friendly resort and you could literally visit Vegas for $600 for 2 ppl for 3 days. Walk around and enjoy the sights and free entertainment.

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

If you’re going during the week, this is possible, but over the weekends your room will likely cost more than that. There are a lot of free things you can see though, as you mentioned!

@bobcuster8930 Ай бұрын

Nah, Nevada gambling is not expensive, if you learn to play table games well, and avoid those slot machines. We have ran 20.00 up to over 800.00 playing Baccarat for 45 minutes..Break your gaming and gaming budget into only 2 sessions a day. And the key **-- and what is difficult to learn - is to quit playing while you are ahead. Even leaving the casino with a dollar more then what you walked in with at that gambling session is a victory..Great job, Melissa and Enrique, on this vlog!

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

You’re right, Bob! Play the right games and learn the strategy. But most (including us) are suckers for the games that have terrible odds 😂

@venom74799 Ай бұрын

You can play but I’d avoid the high dollar resorts. The rules are BS and the slots are complete rip off. Set a limit, stop being bougie and try the lower limit tables and old school slots at the cheaper hotels or just leave them alone completely. Fresh new casinos are not in the business of paying for your vacations. They will suck you dry and it’ll be your own decision making.

@PJL7095 Ай бұрын

Are you crazy?

@marks.4799 Ай бұрын

We are done with Vegas, love the place but prices are out of control

@grahamfan Ай бұрын

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@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

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@drhamilton3231 Ай бұрын

Too expensive for Degens like me. I got wreaked last trip.

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

Oh no!!! Somehow you’ll still come back though! 😂

@drhamilton3231 Ай бұрын

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@JW-hf9ev Ай бұрын

Vegas is good, Red Rock Summerlin is better, we would rather go to GVR. Henderson heights is a great place to live, if you have the money. Summerlin homes were just too ‘dated’ too old school and remind me of the 70’s. The house master baths in Summerlin homes just old and sad looking. Lots of food there and shopping, but too old. Also, Old Henderson is exactly the same too. But you need to check out the hilly neighborhoods of Henderson: McCullough Hills, Seven Hills, and Anthem Hills. These homes are much newer, built upgraded with better fixtures, nicer kitchens, and bathrooms, etc. compare it won’t take you long.

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

Good to know if we ever decide to make the move!

@oldpunkrocker Ай бұрын

Yes, and unless cheap Vegas somehow comes back I'm never going again. I'd rather be way out at an Indian casino then the Vegas urban nightmare.

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

That’s just it, if you’re wanting to gamble, you can have a great experience at a local casino!

@5877user 24 күн бұрын

@@UpUpOurWay Love our local casinos in California. Don’t need Celebrity chef restaurants, just nice restaurants to meet middle and lower budget players. Pechanga is a very nice modern casino. Nice food court, and nice Asian, Italian, oyster bar and sushi, steak house, etc. Free parking. Their giveaways are probably the best compared with other casinos. Smoke-free. Great security. Lots of different slots. Our senior center has day trips to many of our local casinos. Vegas has very few casinos that take buses anymore, only Golden Nugget allows our senior center twice a year. Enjoying it while it lasts because things always changes.

@johnkim163 Ай бұрын

Barclays (Wyndham cc ) has the worst underwriting ever. Be prepared to jump thru a lot of hoops and than do it all over again since they will lose your paperwork.

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

😂😂😂 they did call me before they approved me. Had to turn on the charm 🤣

@markeidt6404 Ай бұрын

High hotel room rates, ripoff resort fees, ridiculous restaurant prices, horrible odds on slots and table games, line ups for just about everything, street hustlers. traffic nightmare. No thanks.

@KT-lp1ek 29 күн бұрын

I rather spend my hard earn money in Europe.

@VolcanoGoldDiggerAdirondacks Ай бұрын

This is my trick by your airplane ticket 30 days a head

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

There are some timing considerations! And you’re right that it’s not usually way ahead of time.

@EK_Legend_pt2 Ай бұрын

You are extremely beautiful.

@cheap25 Ай бұрын

And if people would have boycotted from the beginning when they first started charging resort fees, that would’ve put a stop to it right there. But no, the suckers just kept on coming and so did more and more inventive fees. The floodgates have been opened so just expect more and more of that thanks to stupid suckers, going right along with it. And yes, they are driving out the middle-class, which is basically the new poor in this country. But unlike say the rip off fast food industry that are having to close restaurants left and right, these corporate thieves in Vegas are being subsidized by the rich and the whales that have become even wealthier in this country at the expense of the middle-class and the poor.

@anthonymartinez4307 Ай бұрын

You don’t even have to gamble if you go you already lost. Why would anyone go pay 500% tax on regular drinks? Do not visit this old dirty town is a scam. That’s without gambling. By now.

@anthonymartinez4307 Ай бұрын

It’s become an overpriced city overcharging for everything. If you visit you are a sucker you lost without gambling. Why would it be a good Idea to Pay 500% extra tax on drinks? A regular 30, dollar bottle could go for 90, plus. Dollars. It’s just not smart. Vegas is not special. People just like to over appraise this dirty stinky place. Find better destinations besides the city is plagued with crime.

@mark8337 Ай бұрын

200 times? Every two weeks? I don’t know in what world that can be justified.

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

We have been coming since 1996, first it was a few times a year, then 4-6. We live a 4 hour drive away. We started this channel and that’s when we started visiting more frequently. 😃

@mark8337 Ай бұрын

@@UpUpOurWay 200 x average amount spent each time = ? Even if you spent on average a total of $500 each time as a couple, inclusive of everything, that’s $100,000. And I would think it’s a higher average cost than that.

@5877user 24 күн бұрын

@@mark8337 Some YT channels do very well money wise from their videos about Vegas stuff like gambling slots and video poker, food and travel, etc. Travel Ruby and husband moved to Vegas and they have a couple of very successful channels about Vegas food, travel, and slot play. Vegas Lowroller does pretty well according to his interview with a couple of nice guys who make interesting interviews with popular slot channels.

@TomE-11 Ай бұрын

I hear u save alot of MONEY by leaving ur kid in the basement???

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

Yeah, those pesky kids don’t belong in Vegas 😂

@5877user 24 күн бұрын

That’s why the Venetian is so nice. Families can hang out in the shopping and restaurants area. Fashion Mall is also nice. But, yeah, Vegas is still mostly for adults. Don’t know if parents want their children to see all the barely dressed “chorus girls” and guys that walk around the Strip and Downtown.

@dondenis1500 Ай бұрын

It is called the Democrats have been running the country, prices are out of control everywhere. You can do Vegas on the cheap, I get hotel comps but still pay the rip off resort fees. Best way to spend your money is off the strip as Vegas has a 18 percent tax on everything you buy on the trip. We find nice places to eat off the strip.

@candye777 Ай бұрын

Awesome information, Melissa & Enrique!! 🎉 So sad that Vegas corporate greed has taken away so many perks for the consumer 😢. It really does pay to get the players cards and use them every time you spend money (gambling, eating, drinking, shows, shopping), and charging it to your room to get those points up. Tier matching is great too. We always bring snacks, alcohol, water, and our mini coffee machine to save money as well. Plus, like you, we only eat once or twice a day, since we stay busy. Vegas used to be so much more affordable, but with good planning, you can still enjoy Vegas on a budget. Thanks for all the stats and tips! You’re definitely doing it right, and keeping it on the up & up! 🩷🩵

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

You guys have it down to a science! That’s the way to do it if you can!

@mbigblue Ай бұрын

Travelling is not cheap. Vegas is also not cheap but there are ways to make it « affordable ». I’m not a fan but mc Donald’s coffee does its job job. I combine breakfast and lunch with Al pastor tacos. I get a slice or two for dinner at evil pie. I try to drink at tables. (Melissa and Enrique can tell you that I get drunk just while playing. And I don’t play that much :-). I’m a blue collar guy and I find ways to get to Vegas and be able to pay for grocery on Monday. Vegas is so much fun. When you think your done with it, you watch a up up or two and think about going back. Thanks for the video my friends.

@Eddie13476 Ай бұрын

No wonder I can’t afford to stay on the weekend no more. It over one grand for Friday through Sunday on room only. It’s fine with me, I’ll just go on weekday where it’s more affordable

@UpUpOurWay Ай бұрын

Definitely come weekdays if you can to save $$$ . It’s a huge difference!

@MH_6160 Ай бұрын

Less people as well…