Riviera Info

[Jeff Wagg]

Hello,

I've put together a little slideshow of my recent trip to The Riviera (http://www.wagg.com/Riviera/).

TAM is going to be blast this year. The convention center is more modern than the one the Stardust has, and is bigger and more flexible. Also, even though it's only across the street, the location is much better than the Stardust. The Hilton (Star Trek), Peppermill, Wynn, Circus Circus, Stratosphere, and New Frontier (why?) are all an easy walk. The Indoor Skydiving is right behind Ross Dress for Less which is right next to the Peppermill. It's also a very easy place to get to from the Airport. Cheap cab ride, easy drive, and lots of inexpensive shuttle services available.

1) There is NO hospitality suite this year. That was a free room the Stardust gave us for the forum party. So this year, Skepchicks Ltd. will be hosting the party this year, and will be releasing more details later. I'm going to put up an Official Unofficial Events schedule on www.amazingmeeting.com (http://www.amazingmeeting.com) so everyone can keep track this year.

2) Coffee. There are many options for coffee, but there's nothing like Starbucks. We tried room service and all the restaurants and the coffee was consistently weak. If you demand Starbucks every morning, bring your own. (No coffee makers in the room, either.)

3) There is decent WiFi in the rooms, and it's $9.95 a day.. much cheaper than at the Stardust, and it works much better. (It's called Golden Tree for some reason.) However.. it does NOT work in the convention center. There are Internet kiosks and laptop docking stations right outside the conference room, however.

4) The magic shop is fun. Better than Houdini's. I asked them to give us a deal of some sort.. still waiting on that. Lots of other shops too, including two liquor stores, a toy store, and some funky gift shops.

5) There is easy access to the convention center without dealing with the casino. Come down Paradise Road and turn into the Riviera entrace that's across from the Hilton. There's valet and a garage right there. It's an easy hotel to get in and out of, including getting to the airport.

6) Rooms. Folks, the TAM rate at the Riviera is $89 a night. That's for the nicer rooms in the towers attached to the convention center. Don't pass this deal up. Rates are WAY up in Vegas, and these rooms go for well over $100 that week. The room I was in was very spacious and clean. Tell them you're with "The Amazing Meeting." If you get rooms at The Riviera elsewhere, you won't be with the rest of the group.

7) Restaurants. LOTS of choices. The coffee shop (Kady's) is better than the Stardust. Faster service, better food. It's not cheap though.. expect $10 per person. And it's very brightly colored. The buffet was much larger than the Stardusts and better quality. Nothing special. There's a mall-style food court too, as well as a well-rated Italian restaurant and a steak house that was reasonably priced (for a steak house). And of course.. there's the Peppermill. Room service was fairly affordable. There's no decent bar to hang out at here. I find this very odd, but that's how it is. I suggest we walk one block to the Peppermill and take it over.

8) The poker room is right in the middle of the casino and easy to find. Not very smokey, either.

9) Splash is closed. That's the big show at The Riviera. A new show called Versailles is coming. Suggestion.. walk across the street to the Hilton for Star Trek Experience.

10) The convention center is.. HUGE! This year, we'll have more space, and we won't have to walk over to another building for lunch. We have a lot more flexibilty with the space, so it should be less crowded. And the Riviera's A/V department gets very good ratings...so hopefully that's the end of our sound problems.

[SpeederA]

Link does not work.... Ooh, and I will be in touch with you this weekend. ;)

[TobiasTheViking]

sounds great.. now if only they would actually charge me without demaind i send them pictures of the front and back of my credit card.

:(

why isn't the information i entered enough for them to make the charge.


I know i know, it doesn't have to do with you, i'm just bitching.

[Jeff Wagg]

Fixed the link. Capitalization problem.
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[CFLarsen]

I'm going to put up an Official Unofficial Events schedule on www.amazingmeeting.com (http://www.amazingmeeting.com) so everyone can keep track this year.

(cough)

The Official TAM5 Unofficial Activities List (http://forums.randi.org/showthread.php?t=67682)

Don't worry about it. I'll do it. Darat made the thread sticky.

I suggest we walk one block to the Peppermill and take it over.

That sounds like a good idea. Peppermill has become the de facto hangout for TAM'ers.

Everything sounds great, Jeff.

[Brown]

4) The magic shop is fun. Better than Houdini's. I asked them to give us a deal of some sort.. still waiting on that. Lots of other shops too, including two liquor stores, a toy store, and some funky gift shops.Let me second this. I made a special point of visiting the magic shop during TAM4, and was glad that I did. Unfortunately, the store did not carry the particular item of interest to me, but the fellow behind the counter and I had a good chat, and we shared a couple of tricks. This was a completely different experience from that at Houdini's (or at Lance Burton's magic shop in the Monte Carlo), where the folks on duty seem to be more interested in selling by pushing than in selling by conversing. In other words, the Riviera shop (although arguably not nearly as good as other magic shops) caters more to those who see magic as a hobby rather than as an idle curiosity.

[MLynn]

Jeff, great Riviera preview! I didn't realize that the Hilton was so close. Is the Starbucks within the Riviera or is there travelling involved?

[Luciana]

Jeff, could you suggest a meeting point for forum folks near the convention center? Because if the place is huge indeed, and people get too scattered, there will be fewer opportunities to meet everybody.

But if we know beforehand where we should all gather (er, close to the telephone booths or next to the coffee shop, whatever, as long as it's close to the convention center and easy to find), just the act of hanging there will be enough to propitiate HUGS!

Claus suggested points "A" and "B", so let me suggest "Planet X", for starters.

[xenxabar]

The lobby looks to be fairly large, but not necessarily a good place to hang out for long. For being one of the last remaining old school Vegas casinos, the Riviera does have some snazzy features on its web site. (http://www.rivierahotel.com/vrtours.html) Jeff, you're right on with the bar situation. Nothing like the Stardust.

The closest Starbucks appears to be at the Fashion Show Mall (about 1 mile each way). Put on those walking shoes.:)

[CFLarsen]

Claus suggested points "A" and "B", so let me suggest "Planet X", for starters.
:idea:

OF COURSE! Brilliant!

Planet X, Planet Y, etc... All in the lobby/gathering area.

I'll fix it.

[BrianSI]

Thanks Jeff.

Can't wait.

[slipknotmcfadden]

Please refer to my avatar.

[exarch]

Kristofer's Steakhouse? I like it already ...

Also, that "Splash bar" looks very similar to the one we hung out at a couple of times in the Stardust.

[xenxabar]

Also, that "Splash bar" looks very similar to the one we hung out at a couple of times in the Stardust.
It does when facing the bar. However, this bar is right by the gaming area and doesn't have extra tables and chairt. Looks like standard horseshoe style bar that many casinos have. Congregating around Splash may not be as easy as the Royal Flush bar. :(

[Boo]

Congregating at the Splash Bar is near impossible as it is just that...a bar with chairs. There is no room to gather around. Any of the other bars we looked at all had very small places for sitting but again very tight, groups of 10 would be hard pressed to find enough chairs and be comforable.


The coffee is not only weak it's flat out BAD. I'm bringing my own and a coffee maker. I don't know what the rules are at the Riv and I'll hide it in my luggage if I have to. Those of you that have met me can attest to my coffee addictiveness and need for decent coffee, I didn't finish a single cup while I was there, it was that bad.

The walking is easy, the temps are comfortable, the dress code reasonable and if you forget something or need to supplement your wardrobe you can do so very easily. For anyone that has difficulty getting around and wants to travel more then the block or two away from the Riv I noticed that the city buses tend to run frequently up and down the strip.


For anyone with dietary restrictions, i.e. you vegans, etc. it appeared that most resteraunts seemed set up and capable with providing at least one or two menu options. The buffet had no rhyme or reason to food grouping but the cold stuff was cold and the hot stuff was hot.

As a recent non smoker the air was bad and if you have allergies, bring your meds.


I'm planning on not sleeping for the 5 days I'm there.



Boo

[Jeff Wagg]

Starbucks.. none in sight, I'm afraid. Fashion Place Mall is HUGE and far away.

As for a meeting place.. that's difficult. There really is no hanging out spot.. except for the pool. The pool is in the middle of everything, and we could easily say "meet at the pool" and everyone would find it. It's right at the base of the elevators as well. There's nothing to do there though, it would only be a meeting place.

The best option, it seems to me, is to make The Peppermill the official hanging out after hours spot. It's a shorter walk (no street crossing) from the The Riv.

[exarch]

The only problem I've found with the Peppermill is that the dishes there are huge and expensive. In other words, half the dish at half the price would actually be great. I think I never once finished my plate completely, and I can usually move quite a bit of food.

And as a hangout. Well, the bar area is nice, but not suitable for groups that are too large (i.e. about a dozen people at most). If everyone starts hanging out there, they might not appreciate us taking up that much space.

[The Central Scrutinizer]

The only problem I've found with the Peppermill is that the dishes there are huge and expensive. In other words, half the dish at half the price would actually be great. I think I never once finished my plate completely, and I can usually move quite a bit of food.

And as a hangout. Well, the bar area is nice, but not suitable for groups that are too large (i.e. about a dozen people at most). If everyone starts hanging out there, they might not appreciate us taking up that much space.

I would agree with every thing you said. I've never understood the attraction of the Peppermill, other than the adjacent location. You get way to big portions of ok food (no wonder Americans are so fat), and the whole design of the place kind of creeps me out. It's really not a good spot to socialize.

[supercorgi]

I would agree with every thing you said. I've never understood the attraction of the Peppermill, other than the adjacent location. You get way to big portions of ok food (no wonder Americans are so fat), and the whole design of the place kind of creeps me out. It's really not a good spot to socialize.

I found out the secret of the Peppermill last year. Make sure you have a refrigerator in your room. Order a sandwich or something you can eat cold. Get a doggie bag for half of it. Eat the rest at 4:00 in the morning when you're drunk and you need something in your stomach to absorb the alcohol. :D

[xenxabar]

The Las Vegas Hilton (http://www.lvhilton.com/dining/bars.shtml) might be a good place to hang out. They have the Star Trek themed bar. Who wants a Romulan Ale? :alc:

[Jas]

The coffee is not only weak it's flat out BAD. I'm bringing my own and a coffee maker. I don't know what the rules are at the Riv and I'll hide it in my luggage if I have to. Those of you that have met me can attest to my coffee addictiveness and need for decent coffee, I didn't finish a single cup while I was there, it was that bad.

Oh dear :(

I made the mistake last year of not bringing my own coffee maker. None in the rooms, and the room service charged you $8 for something that might better be described as sock juice :mad:

I think I'm popping a bodum, coffee, and some form of thing to make water hot, into my suitcase.

[The Central Scrutinizer]

The Las Vegas Hilton (http://www.lvhilton.com/dining/bars.shtml) might be a good place to hang out. They have the Star Trek themed bar. Who wants a Romulan Ale? :alc:

I'll pass.

And given that I've actually kissed a girl, I don't think they would let me in.

[CFLarsen]

I'll pass.

And given that I've actually kissed a girl

I didn't know you had a sister.

[The Central Scrutinizer]

Oh dear :(

I made the mistake last year of not bringing my own coffee maker. None in the rooms, and the room service charged you $8 for something that might better be described as sock juice :mad:

I think I'm popping a bodum, coffee, and some form of thing to make water hot, into my suitcase.

Has anyone who is thinking about actually bringing their own coffee maker ever stopped to think how sad that is?

[The Central Scrutinizer]

I didn't know you had a sister.

Actually, it was your sister.

[CFLarsen]

Actually, it was your sister.

You have not seen my sister.

[kittynh]

why do I love this forum!

it's better than anything on tv!

"take my sister, please!"

[The Central Scrutinizer]

You have not seen my sister.

I was drunk.

[CFLarsen]

I was drunk.

How can we tell the difference?

[Jeff Wagg]

OK new rule.. you can't poo poo an idea without having a new one.

So far, we have:

No to Riviera bars.

No to Peppermill.

No to Quarks.

Which leaves us with.... ???

[Zygar]

OK new rule.. you can't poo poo an idea without having a new one.

So far, we have:

No to Riviera bars.

No to Peppermill.

No to Quarks.

Which leaves us with.... ???

Standing in the middle of the road with a bottle of tequila in one hand and a lime in the other.

[CFLarsen]

OK new rule.. you can't poo poo an idea without having a new one.

So far, we have:

No to Riviera bars.

No to Peppermill.

No to Quarks.

Which leaves us with.... ???

....your room?

Well, you asked!!

[The Central Scrutinizer]

OK new rule.. you can't poo poo an idea without having a new one.

So far, we have:

No to Riviera bars.

No to Peppermill.

No to Quarks.

Which leaves us with.... ???

I can't recommend anything, because I'm not familiar enough with Vegas.

I wouldn't worry to much about it. Someone will find a place. I suspect that the Riveria Bar will end up being the gathering spot.

[TJ]

OK new rule.. you can't poo poo an idea without having a new one.

So far, we have:

No to Riviera bars.

No to Peppermill.

No to Quarks.

Which leaves us with.... ???

That Bistro Bar looks nice and big. There weren't any big bars at the Stardust either, just restaurants.

[Jeff Wagg]

There's the Bistro Bar and the Bistro Lounge. The lounge has acts in it. The bar is quite small, and it was PACKED when I saw it.

But.. it might be the best option.

[The Central Scrutinizer]

There's the Bistro Bar and the Bistro Lounge. The lounge has acts in it. The bar is quite small, and it was PACKED when I saw it.

But.. it might be the best option.

We'll just have to chase them out! A few loud conversations about how stupid gamblers and christians are should do the trick.

[xenxabar]

That Bistro Bar looks nice and big. There weren't any big bars at the Stardust either, just restaurants.
From the looks of it, Le Bistro is a lounge, but unfortunately it is a theatre. If you look at the 360 degree virtual tour, you'll see that it is an enclosed venue.



Located in the middle of the casino floor, the Le Bistro Theatre provides guests with a fun atmosphere where they can sit down for a drink and catch nightly performances by top entertainers.

As for another suggestion, I still maintain that the Las Vegas Hilton may be a decent option, and no it doesn't have to be the SpaceQuest bar. They have nine bars/lounges including the pool (which will probably not be open in January). The next closest casino North is the Sahara, which as I recall only has a horseshoe bar. The Sahara is also a smaller older casino. Traveling South is the Wynn, which has excellent drinks. However, if you order them from a bar don't be surprised if the round of drinks you order for the four people you're with costs more than $40. Just NorthWest of Wynn is the New Frontier, which just isn't the same without the picketers. Then further South is TI. They have a flair bar, but it is not ideal for conversation unless you love to scream. However, I do recall they have excellent uses for pipe cleaners, just make sure to hide them from the maids.

[xenxabar]

There's the Bistro Bar and the Bistro Lounge. The lounge has acts in it. The bar is quite small, and it was PACKED when I saw it.

But.. it might be the best option.
Oh, so it is an accessible lounge when the performances aren't happening? The virtual tour was a bit misleading if that is the case.

[Jeff Wagg]

Yes, it looked like you could go sit in there, and then there's a horseshoe style bar with maybe 5 2-person tables right outside.

[exarch]

OK new rule.. you can't poo poo an idea without having a new one.

So far, we have:

No to Riviera bars.

No to Peppermill.

No to Quarks.

Which leaves us with.... ???

I actually think Quark's would be funny as a hangout. Except the Romulan ale isn't really all that special, or good. If people are bringing their own coffee, I might be forced to bring my own beer :boggled:

I suppose the big question is: how far "across the street" is the Hilton from the Riviera? Is it a reasonable place to go to in order to hang out? And not just Quark's, but maybe other venues inside the Hilton complex?

[rebecca]

I suppose the big question is: how far "across the street" is the Hilton from the Riviera? Is it a reasonable place to go to in order to hang out? And not just Quark's, but maybe other venues inside the Hilton complex?

Here's a link (http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&q=2985+Las+Vegas+Blvd+S,+Las+Vegas,+NV&ie=UTF8&z=15&ll=36.13531,-115.164056&spn=0.014002,0.043044&om=1) to the Google Map that shows the Riv, the Hilton, and other stuff. The arrow points to the Peppermill.

[Jeff Wagg]

The map is a little misleading because the The Riv takes up that whole block. So, the Hilton really is across the street.

Where we'll be is right in the middle of the block.

[rebecca]

You can switch to satellite view to see the layout (and zoom in on the pool! No hotties, sorry). It's basically just a jaunt across the standard Vegas-sized massive parking lot.

[The Central Scrutinizer]

Personally, I'm not going to walk 500 yards to get a beer in the hopes that a fellow skeptic might be there. Especially if that someone turns out to be Rebecca.

[xenxabar]

I suppose the big question is: how far "across the street" is the Hilton from the Riviera? Is it a reasonable place to go to in order to hang out? And not just Quark's, but maybe other venues inside the Hilton complex?
The Hilton is about .5 miles (0.80467km) from the Riviera, which makes it the closest aside from Circus Circus.

[Jeff Wagg]

Actually, Slots 'O Fun is closest. You know... I didn't check their bar situation.

[Horatius]

I actually think Quark's would be funny as a hangout. Except the Romulan ale isn't really all that special, or good. If people are bringing their own coffee, I might be forced to bring my own beer :boggled:

I suppose the big question is: how far "across the street" is the Hilton from the Riviera? Is it a reasonable place to go to in order to hang out? And not just Quark's, but maybe other venues inside the Hilton complex?

Well, last time I was in Vegas, I walked from the Hilton back to the Strip. It's not bad if you're planning to go for a long while, like to have dinner, but if you're just popping over to have a beer or something, it wouldn't be worth the effort, IMO.

Of course, I may be lazier than you guys.

Oh, and Slots O' Fun is good if you want cheap blackjack and beer, and don't mind the dive-like atmosphere. I quite enjoyed it, but then I'm like that. First time I got drunk was at the "Wildlife Tavern" in the small town near our cottage. They kept the chalk for the pool cue in the nose of the moose head......

[Zygar]

Oh, and Slots O' Fun is good if you want cheap blackjack and beer, and don't mind the dive-like atmosphere. I quite enjoyed it, but then I'm like that. First time I got drunk was at the "Wildlife Tavern" in the small town near our cottage. They kept the chalk for the pool cue in the nose of the moose head......

How much of a dive? I think getting away from the Vegas glitz for a bit might be nice every now and then.

[mumchup]

I already spend too much time in dives. What's a little more?

[Horatius]

How much of a dive? I think getting away from the Vegas glitz for a bit might be nice every now and then.

Well, not so much that you feel like you might get mugged, but I probably wouldn't bring my mother there. Maybe my grandmother, but she was a tough old lady.....Old School Newfie don't you know.

[Zygar]

Well, not so much that you feel like you might get mugged, but I probably wouldn't bring my mother there. Maybe my grandmother, but she was a tough old lady.....Old School Newfie don't you know.

Sounds perfect.

[Fitter]

Maybe my grandmother, but she was a tough old lady.....Old School Newfie don't you know.
Is there another kind?

[kittynh]

look the dive bars are fun.

I suggest people try to watch Anthony Bourdains "No Reservations" Vegas show. He HATES Vegas, but he found a Vegas to love.

The Dives looked great!

[Hamradioguy]

Actually, Slots 'O Fun is closest. You know... I didn't check their bar situation.

A dive and rather tacky as well. (By which I mean MORE tacky than the usual Vegas type place.) So, what else?

[Horatius]

So what I want to know now is, are these "tag" things at the bottom of the page assigned automatically? Because this one is tagged as "cat piss coffee", which I can't imagine we'll get to use all that often :)

[Overman]

look the dive bars are fun.



Double Down (http://www.doubledownsaloon.com/)on Wednesday night!!!

[Jeff Wagg]

My tough old grandmother often took me to a biker bar called "The Brown Jug" in Chelsea, MA for pizza. She was a tough old bird.

And she always said "Taster's choice tastes like cat piss."

So.. that tag might come in useful.

[exarch]

My tough old grandmother often took me to a biker bar called "The Brown Jug" in Chelsea, MA for pizza. She was a tough old bird.

And she always said "Taster's choice tastes like cat piss."

So.. that tag might come in useful.

How are those tags assigned anyway?

We need "beer" as a tag too. Or maybe "drinking".

[Lisa Simpson]

Tags can be added by the thread starter or the mod team.

[CFLarsen]

My tough old grandmother often took me to a biker bar called "The Brown Jug" in Chelsea, MA for pizza. She was a tough old bird.

And she always said "Taster's choice tastes like cat piss."

If she knew what cat piss tastes like, she was one tough old bird for sure!

[Mattfn]

.....I didn't check their bar situation.

Well, what in the world were you there for then?!:p

[SkepticScott]

Actually, Slots 'O Fun is closest. You know... I didn't check their bar situation.I checked it out Friday. It doesn't have a lounge area, just a bar with a line of a dozen or so stools. :(

[SkepticScott]

If you're interested, there's a map of the Riviera at http://www.rivierahotel.com/images/hotelmaplarge.gif, and the key is at http://www.rivierahotel.com/hotelmap.html .

Tentative Information (that is, don't be surprised if something changes before TAM)
The current program has TAM5 in the Royale Pavilion, divided in half for the two Thursday sessions, and for the sessions and meals. Registration will be at the Royale Registration Desk east of the Pavillion. The reception in the "Top of the Riv" is on the top floor of the Monaco Tower. I asked if our hotel rooms would be in any particular area, and was told they won't start blocking out our rooms until just before TAM.

All-in-all the Riviera looks like a nice place. You'll see for yourself in less than 60 days. :) :)

[xenxabar]

That Bistro Bar looks nice and big. There weren't any big bars at the Stardust either, just restaurants.

From the looks of it, Le Bistro is a lounge, but unfortunately it is a theatre. If you look at the 360 degree virtual tour, you'll see that it is an enclosed venue.
I just got back from Las Vegas this past weekend and now have some perceptions cleared up. There is a Le Bistro bar as Jeff described it. It's not shown on any of the virtual tours maps, and is not the same as the lounge (which I was not able to locate). The bar looked fairly big (long) compared to the Royal Flush bar at the Stardust. Drinks are definitely pricier with domestic bottles for $3.75 and imports for $4.25 and mixed drinks for $6 (I didn't ask about wine because I don't drink it but it will likely be at least $6). At least it looks like a decent location where folks can meet.

Also for those wanting cheap eats, Penny Town (formerly Nickel Heaven) has a snack type shop selling footlong hotdogs, nachos, fries, chicken sandwiches and several other related food items for 99 cents or $1.49. The service can be terribly slow with only one person who runs the register and prepares the food. The quality of the food is descent for the price; I had a spicy chicken sandwich (just like Wendy's') and a corndog. There is not carryout so you need to eat there. I didn't see what time they stop serving. Penny Town is located at the NorthWest corner of the property.

[exarch]

I asked if our hotel rooms would be in any particular area, and was told they won't start blocking out our rooms until just before TAM.

You know, it wouldn't be half bad if, for such things like the pyjama party and such, there would be a room available somewhere at the end of a corridor where people in ajacent rooms don't mind a bit of noise in the late hours (i.e. somewhere in the middle of a block of rooms). Also, Phil's room, since that seems to be the unofficial late night hang-out place.

Although that reminds me I still have to find a room mate. Better go check that thread ... :boggled:

[Jeff Wagg]

Yes, I have to admit, there was some confusion about which ballroom we were in. We are in the Royale Pavillion, which is the newer of the two rooms. It's more private, which is good, but it's farther away from the hotel rooms.

It is much closer to the Hilton though, making Quark's Bar a possible hangout spot.

[ottle]

I just suggested Quarks as a hangout on the other thread... Now I am SURE I'm going to be labelled as "That Scary Star Trek Chick"

http://forums.randi.org/showthread.php?postid=2132830#post2132830

[TobiasTheViking]

I just suggested Quarks as a hangout on the other thread... Now I am SURE I'm going to be labelled as "That Scary Star Trek Chick"

http://forums.randi.org/showthread.php?postid=2132830#post2132830
uh, a girl that likes scifi

* TobiasTheViking combes his hair back.

So, you wanna....

* TobiasTheViking bursts out laughing.

Sorry, i can't help it. :)

I don't think anyone would find it scary :) see you at quarks.

[ottle]

uh, a girl that likes scifi

* TobiasTheCommie;2132963 combes his hair back.

So, you wanna....

* TobiasTheCommie;2132963 bursts out laughing.

Sorry, i can't help it. :)

I don't think anyone would find it scary :) see you at quarks.

I take great pride in my geek-hood, thank you very much.

Besides, I find the roaming Klingons really funny :)

[Geek Goddess]

uh, a girl that likes scifi

* TobiasTheCommie;2132963 combes his hair back.

So, you wanna....

* TobiasTheCommie;2132963 bursts out laughing.

Sorry, i can't help it. :)

I don't think anyone would find it scary :) see you at quarks.

Uh, are you saying that there are girls that don't like scifi???? I find that just...incredible.

[TobiasTheViking]

Uh, are you saying that there are girls that don't like scifi???? I find that just...incredible.
as do i. :)

[ottle]

Uh, are you saying that there are girls that don't like scifi???? I find that just...incredible.

It's more sad than anything else. They don't know what they're missing :)

We should start a fund or something...

P.S. If you're interested in Quark's on Thursday night, let me know - I started a thread so I can get a head count

http://forums.randi.org/showthread.php?t=69566

[SkeptiKilt]

I stayed at Circus Circus while working on the election in October/November '04, and they had a pretty decent tequila bar -- Don Julio/$6 -- at the back of the house. Lots of tables/booths, IIRC. I'll see if it's still there when I get in on TAM's Eve Wednesday.

[ohp]

A star trek bar is a great place to hang out. Anyone up for a star wars themed drinking game?

"I'll have a romulan ale, a Romulan cheese sandwich, a Romulan cream cake and, um... do you have any Romulan roasted peanuts?"

"Quite possibly sir, I'll just check to see how much blue food colouring we have left.."

[The Central Scrutinizer]

A star trek bar is a great place to hang out. Anyone up for a star wars themed drinking game?

No.

[ohp]

Ahhhh.. a Buck Rogers fan.

[Dicon]

A star trek bar is a great place to hang out. Anyone up for a star wars themed drinking game?

"I'll have a romulan ale, a Romulan cheese sandwich, a Romulan cream cake and, um... do you have any Romulan roasted peanuts?"

Careful... mixing up your Star Trek and Star Wars references can get your nerd credentials revoked.

[ohp]

Careful... mixing up your Star Trek and Star Wars references can get your nerd credentials revoked.

such are the risks of nerd baiting :-)

[Kil]

2) Coffee. There are many options for coffee, but there's nothing like Starbucks. We tried room service and all the restaurants and the coffee was consistently weak. If you demand Starbucks every morning, bring your own. (No coffee makers in the room, either.)
No coffee maker in the room? Last year, after my Friday night/Saturday morning adventures with quarter gambling and free tequila, that stinking little coffee maker saved the day for me. I put two packets of coffee in to make one decent cup, which in turn got me downstairs for the TAM coffee. This could be serious…

[SkeptiKilt]

Maybe I should toss a coffeemaker into my trunk; with luck, it won't blow a fuse.