re: What’s your vegas hotel of choice?

I've stayed at the Wynn, NYNY, and Caesar's recently. I've been to restuarants or casinos in just about all the majors on the strip. Wynn is first class. Very classy and traditional, and the rooms are large, and the bathroom is amazing. I will be staying at the Encore for the first time this coming New Year's.

NY NY is a great hotel for families, it has an amazing arcade, the roller coaster, and a Hershey's store on site. Like another posted mentioned, there is also a bridge that will bring you right to the front door of the MGM. The rooms are a good size, and there is plenty to do downstairs.

Caesar's is great, but the rooms can feel a little dated. I like it just because it's what I think about when I think of Vegas. The forum shops are nice, but the property is very spread out depending on what tower you are in.

Bellagio is a great location, but it has become dated as well. The lobby decorations are beautiful, especially around Christmas time. I was in Paris briefly this summer, and it seemed on par, maybe slightly below NYNY, but I can't speak for the actual rooms.

I have been spoiled by the Wynn, and expect the same from Encore. If it is just me and the wife we stay at the Wynn, and if we bring the kids we stay at NYNY. Just my $.02