Episode Description:

As a reminder you can watch this show as well at: http://www.YouTube.com/milestomemories

This week the big race came to town and depending on who you talked to the story would be different. We'll cover the race, what it was like being on the Strip, whether it was busy, how the city was and whether or not F1 makes sense on the Strip long term. From the busy monorails to the "escalator trick" we have you covered!

In other news Rio is being sneaky again with their Hyatt partnership as the Chippendales announced their plans to leave for the Strip. We also discuss our adventures around the city eating pizza and visiting some of the coolest bars in town. Other topics include: the opening of Jason Aldean's restaurant, Blue Man Group closing some shows outside of Vegas, the Neon City Festival and Mark's final NoMad Vegas stay.

Episode Guide:

• 0:00 F1 “trashing” Las Vegas?
• 0:31 Previewing our “Best Vegas Pizza” video - We found it!
• 2:20 Jason Aldean’s Kitchen + Bar opening date
• 3:37 Mark’s review of NoMad Las Vegas
• 5:06 What will happen to NoMad and what could they improve?
• 6:50 Blue Man Group closing long running shows
• 8:38 Future MTM Vegas meetup!
• 9:59 Bar roundup - Stray Pirate in Arts District
• 11:18 Golden Tiki happy hour & amazing vibes
• 12:01 Mas Por Favor and their themed speakeasy
• 13:20 Why the Arts District is our favorite area of Vegas
• 14:41 Rio continues cheating on the World of Hyatt program
• 17:45 Chippendales moving to the Strip
• 19:23 F1 Race recap - Being on the Strip during the race
• 22:16 Was the Vegas F1 race a success or a failure?
• 24:00 Was the F1 weekend fun for visitors?
• 25:57 Will the race stay on the Strip for the long term?
• 27:22 F1 Grand Prix Plaza opening in 2025

About the Show:

Each week tens of thousands of people tune into our MtM Vegas news shows at http://www.YouTube.com/milestomemories. We do two news shows weekly on YouTube with this being the audio version. Never miss out on the latest happenings in and around Las Vegas!

Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.

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Episode Description:

As a reminder you can watch this show as well at: http://www.YouTube.com/milestomemories

This week the big race is coming to town for the second year and it brings a lot of frustration, hate and cool events around town. Why do people hate the race so much and what can you see/do even if you aren't attending the event itself. There is so much!

In other news Treasure Island is getting ready to close a couple of popular and famous spots. What will replace them? We also discuss Rio's Masquerade Village clear out, Mark Davis selling more of the Raiders, another Rolex related robbery, a deal at Wicked Spoon, UNLV's epic social media response and the Vegas shooeys you have to see!

Episode Guide:

• 0:00 Limited edition Vegas shooey
• 0:50 Wicked Spoon two for one deal
• 3:08 Harry Reid International Airport unveils new entrance
• 4:38 Another Rolex related Vegas casino incident
• 7:00 Rio’s Masquerade Village cleared out ahead of renovations
• 8:19 UNLV’s epic pizza & chicken viral social media response
• 9:46 From the comments - Y’all hate F1!
• 11:24 Neon City Festival & F1 events around Las Vegas
• 13:10 More renders of the new Mt. Charleston Lodge
• 14:36 The Killers are returning to the Colosseum
• 15:49 Update on the sale of Downtown Grand
• 17:11 Mark Davis sells more of the Raiders
• 18:00 Senor Frogs closing at Treasure Island
• 19:50 Why this is the perfect location for a new venue

About the Show:

Each week tens of thousands of people tune into our MtM Vegas news shows at http://www.YouTube.com/milestomemories. We do two news shows weekly on YouTube with this being the audio version. Never miss out on the latest happenings in and around Las Vegas!

Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.

You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify or by searching "MtM Vegas" or "Miles to Memories" in your favorite podcast app. Don't forget to check out our travel/miles/points podcast as well!

Episode Description:

As a reminder you can watch this show as well at: http://www.YouTube.com/milestomemories

This week Las Vegas is rolling towards the second Formula 1 GP with some mixed news. As the streets are now fully converted for the race, some tourists are complaining about blocked views and a diminished experience. Will 2024's race be a success and how is demand going into race week?

In other news the holidays have arrived in Vegas with Bellagio's holiday display and more. We also discuss the perfect Vegas meme, the Strip in 1988 vs. 2024, insane UNLV football suite prices, the Virgin Hotels strike, Caesars' new speakeasy and flashmobbing Elvis style!

Episode Guide:

• 0:00 The perfect Vegas meme
• 0:37 Elvis flash mob at Westgate Las Vegas
• 1:30 Las Vegas GP soft ticket sales & lower hotel prices
• 3:20 F1 lessons learned & terrible pedestrian bridge blockage
• 5:43 Virgin Las Vegas culinary union strike
• 7:20 Is now a great time to gamble at Virgin?
• 9:07 Bellagio’s holiday display is here
• 10:47 Cleopatra’s Barge replacement opening date
• 12:42 Fallout Celebration at Pioneer Saloon outside Vegas
• 14:45 Insane UNLV football suite food prices!
• 17:13 Las Vegas in 1988 vs. 2024 video
• 19:05 Which is better Vegas in 1988 or Vegas today?

About the Show:

Each week tens of thousands of people tune into our MtM Vegas news shows at http://www.YouTube.com/milestomemories. We do two news shows weekly on YouTube with this being the audio version. Never miss out on the latest happenings in and around Las Vegas!

Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com.

You can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify or by searching "MtM Vegas" or "Miles to Memories" in your favorite podcast app. Don't forget to check out our travel/miles/points podcast as well!