Grandview At Las Vegas

[Karen G]

Discount Grocery . . . I can't recall the name

It's called Food 4 Less. I don't like it as much as the other stores I've recommended, but it is close to the Grandview.

 

[hajjah]

Thanks. I think that we'll stick with Smith's. I've already programmed the address in my GPS.

 

[Karen G]

How is the weather during mid February so we'll know how to pack?

This past weekend we've had a lot of rain, which is very unusual. In looking at the weather forecast for the next ten days, it is supposed to get better by the middle of the week. But, the forecast highs are just in the low to mid-60's. Swimming wouldn't appeal to me, but it should be sunny to partly sunny so very pleasant for walking around outside. Bring a light jacket or sweater for evenings.

 

[Fern Modena]

You'll pass the Walmart Neighborhood Store on your way to Smith's. It'll be on the left hand side of the street just across Bermuda. Its not a full blown Walmart, just food, service deli, health and beauty aids, and photo, much the same as a regular grocery store, with one difference...prices are much lower, sometimes as much as $1. per item. I find their meat acceptable, and their vegetables are quite good as well. There is a Walgreen's on the right just before you get to Walmart.

If you go to Smith's, if you need a drugstore, there is a CVS across Silverado Ranch at Maryland. Also an Albertson's on another corner there.

Fern

Thanks. I think that we'll stick with Smith's. I've already programmed the address in my GPS.

 

[hajjah]

Thanks everyone. We're heading to the Grandview on Saturday. I hope the weather is better there than it was for us during Xmas in Orlando. It was so cold, but we did have one great day the day before we left. It was around 70.

 

[Fern Modena]

Well, I don't think it will be 70º. They say it may warm up this weekend, and that means 62º or so. But that's good for this time of year. Not only will you see people in sweaters, sweat jackets, etc., you will see men wearing shorts (they do all year around).

Fern

Thanks everyone. We're heading to the Grandview on Saturday. I hope the weather is better there than it was for us during Xmas in Orlando. It was so cold, but we did have one great day the day before we left. It was around 70.

 

[happybaby]

I see it's going to be 70 this week and the following week when we will be there, it's getting cold. 57 darn!!!
Better then our 20's and snow, but was hoping it be warmer

 

[hajjah]

I'm with you on this. As for now, our airline has canceled flights for today due to the pending snow. That tells me that everything may change by tomorrow morning. I've already checked in online, but we have to play this by ear. Hopefully, we will get to Las Vegas either tomorrow or Sunday.

 

[Karen G]

As for now, our airline has canceled flights for today due to the pending snow.

Bummer! Our sunny weather has returned and it looks like it's going to be a great week, especially after the "Seattle" weather we had last weekend. Hope you can get here as soon as possible.

 

[hajjah]

We've checked in online, but it's still snowing here. I'll have to monitor this in the early morning before heading to the airport. If our flight is canceled or delayed, I will call the resort to advise them of our status. I think many flights have been canceled in different parts of the country.

 

[hajjah]

We finally made it to Vegas after our flight was delayed a few hours yesterday. The weather here is great so far. It's in the 60's, which we will take any day to be away from the cold and snow. We were assigned to the Daisy building. The unit is pretty nice, but the walls are too thin. I can hear my neighbors coughing. Also, the plumbling leaves a lot to be desired. I can hear the water running upstairs in the tub or shower daily. This should have been an issue of concern when the newer buildings were being built. The noise is very disturbing. Other than that, so far so good.

Oh, I forgot to thank you again for advising me of Smith's Grocery. It is linked to Krogers. I am able to use my Krogers discount card here while on vacation earning points for ten cents off per gallon of gas at home. I shop at Krogers mainly for this advantage.

 

[Karen G]

We finally made it to Vegas after our flight was delayed a few hours yesterday. The weather here is great so far.

Glad you made it. Yes, the weather is delightful today--totally opposite of what it was last week. Glad you can enjoy it.

 

[happybaby]

Glad you made it. Yes, the weather is delightful today--totally opposite of what it was last week. Glad you can enjoy it.

And what about next week? Looks cool and rain? It's been changing everyday tho. STill 60 is better then what we have now in W PA. Feels like 5 and another 4 to 6 inches of snow possible.

Just so we don't get feet of snow and delays. We fly out Saturday and the girls the following Tuesday.

 

[Karen G]

And what about next week?

Oh, rats! Yes, it does show a 60% chance of rain a week from tomorrow. The weekend looks okay for now. It's quite pleasant with temperatures in the 60's. I hope most of the week will be good for you. Whatever it is, it will surely be better than snow!

 

[happybaby]

Of course it depends on which site you go to. They a re all different and change each day. If it rains, I don't think Vegas is a complete wash out ...may rain and clear.

Besides so much inside stuff to see and do with gr.d when she arrives!!!

We will be ready for a break from the casinos and gambling.

Not to get off track, but someone in our area told us that Red Rock Casino on Tuesdays gives you 80.00 to play with??? But that would be another car rental day. We are only renting a car 1 day to go to Valley of Fire, Hoover Dam, Choc. Factory and Red Rock Canyon after the girls arrive.

They get in noon on Tuesday so too late to do the loop!

 

[Karen G]

We are only renting a car 1 day to go to Valley of Fire, Hoover Dam, Choc. Factory and Red Rock Canyon after the girls arrive.

They get in noon on Tuesday so too late to do the loop!

That is a lot of stuff to see in one day. You might want to consider getting the car for more than one day. Are you also staying at the Grandview? If so, I think you'd enjoy your stay more if you had a rental car.

We took friends out to Red Rock yesterday. They didn't have time to do any hiking so we didn't go into the park. We just drove the road that goes by Red Rock from the turn off from Blue Diamond Rd. to Charleston to Summerlin Pkwy/US95. The scenery was spectacular and they enjoyed what they saw. From our house in Henderson back to the Fashion Show Mall where they wanted to be dropped off, it was about an hour and a half. We could have made it faster but we drove on LV Blvd. from Fremont St. to the mall and that took some time.

 

[happybaby]

No we wont be at Grandview. We will be at the Wyndham Grand Desert. We couldve exchanged into Grandview, but too far from the strip for us. We plan on walking to the casinos, or else maybe take a bus back. The only time we will take the bus is to go to Circus Circus which is a hike, and probably Mandalay Bay and Vegas Sign.

They will only be there from Tuesday noon til we leave on Saturday. (messed up by not taking red eye home, but then have to get girl rested for school)

Figure Tues, Wed and Friday , good 10 hour days or more, we can see most of Vegas. For the loop, we are not planning on any hiking...Go to VoF and see the highlights, take pics (girl at Vof F said to omit the museum). head to Hoover Dam maybe just for pics (no tours) spend time at the Choc. Factory:ignore: and go on to Red Rock.l Or Red rock first, then Choc. Factory.

Play it by ear and do what we can do!!!!

 

[Fern Modena]

If you are going to Circus Circus with the girls, stop at Viva McDonald's next to Slots of Fun. Its unlike any other Mickey D's. I guarantee the girls will like it, adults, too. It has lounge areas, a bar area (but no booze), etc., much like an adult lounge, and there are videos of various things on monitors.

Fern

 

[happybaby]

hoping to do Circus Circus on Friday so grd has something to do (as tho not enough after game works.

Thanks for the info on Mickey D's. The girls are in the 30 age and little on is 8, but I'm sure we will all enjoy

 

[hajjah]

Fern: Thanks for the information about Cirus Circus. We have 3 teens with us so we can check this out. Oh, and as for the Grandview, I must say that I totally dislike hearing the bath tub running over head! What were they thinking during the construction? This morning the neighbors began running the water at 8 AM! What? I'm on vacation. I certainly don't want to hear the jacuzzi or tub at 8:00. Then, we heard it again. It is so loud. The walls here are very thin as well. We can hear the neighbors coughing. Oh well, what can we do? At least we're not snowed in anywhere.

 

[Fern Modena]

There is a whole group of inexpensive chain restaurants, fast food, etc. at Las Vegas Blvd near Warm Springs (towards Mandalay Bay from you). In front of the Outlet Mall.

My sister's favorite there is Raising Cane's. If your kids like Chicken Fingers, this is the place. All they serve is chicken fingers, Texas Toast, french fries, cole slaw and beverages. The only sauce is their own, which is wonderful. You can get a Caniac combo, which is 6 good sized fingers, fries, toast, cole slaw and a 32 ounce drink for about $7-8. It is enough for two easily. You can get other smaller versions, too, or order that and just extra chicken and another drink and share. The food is really good and made to order.

Fern

 

[hajjah]

Fern, thanks again for the update. I'll find out if the girls want to check it out today or tomorrow. We're heading to Circus Circus if I can get these teens out of the unit. I know jet lag can kick in coming from the east coast, but that was Saturday. I figured that they would be ready to be up and running by now. You would think that I'd be the one sitting around in the unit.

 

[happybaby]

Weather changed again!!!! Some days high 60's! GR.d. will be in the pool at 50 degrees at night! What will be , will be! AS OP said beats our snow.

We are leaving Saturday, get our gambling in, do Freemont, eat, gamble, eat more, gamble more and wait for the girls to arrive. Then sightsee all the casinos and VoF etc.

GRd. will be amazed as so will we.

 

[MollyBuzz]

I'm curious to hear if the "thin walls" are as much of an issue for you as I have read elsewhere? As bad as they say to hear the neighbors, or not an issue? Somewhere in between?

 

[hajjah]

Let me just say that noise can be an issue depending on where you are located. I can't stand hearing the jacuzzi/tub running over my head. Last night the neighbors ran the tub at 10:30 PM. I was livid. I think there is a child upstairs so the tub has been running daily. I did not call security. What can they do?

BTW, this place has been like a mad house with timeshare promotions. We are seeing folk coming in daily while we are in the computer room. The promotions are non stop, well into the evening. I think these units are going from about $13,000 for a one bedroom and $25,000 for the lockout. Are they insane!