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GerardoG · 15 September 2014, 11:43 AM

After a good response from first thread (http://rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=370158) and a smaller turnback from the poll (http://rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=371146), here are the comments:

-It looks like Vegas is the best option
-A few limited would like to do Mexico
-Either way, November is tough due to Thanksgiving, December for Xmas and new year, and comments suggest late February '15

After spending a good hour with my travel consultant (Gracias Adriana), the best alternative rate-wise is for the weekend of February 27, 2015. During that weekend, places like Luxor offer under $80us/night rates, Mandalay under $160, Palazzo/Venetian/Bellagio around $250 and Wynn/Encore a whopping $500

Trying to set a central hotel is tough, as we all have different budgets, plus moving around in Vegas is pretty easy.

So here is the FIRM proposal:

Vegas international GTG to be held on Saturday, February 28, 2015, with the following agenda:

-Friday Feb 27: Dinner on the strip, followed by cigars
-Saturday Feb 28: Meet mid morning for brunch, have instensive watch related day visiting Wynn and Caesars Palace Rolex stores, plus IWC, JLC, Panerai, Omega, etc boutiques along the way. Ealry dinner.

With only one positive response, I will confirm and purchase my plane tickets right away, so the GTG will happen either with 2 or 200.

A far as Mexico, the place is Monterrey (nonstops from Vegas, Chicago, Dallas, Atlanta, Houston, Detroit); with a similar agenda for a Friday/Saturday food feast (trust me, food will be pretty good!) and watch boutique visits; if anyone is interested, let's set up a date and make it happen! (I can easily do this most weekends with fair notice).

So here it is, I am in!

Kobayashi · 15 September 2014, 12:09 PM

I'll definitely try and attend. In my field it's a little challenging as the end of the month/beginning of the month are the busiest times for work. Thanks for organizing this. Placing a similar thread in the General Discussion forum would also receive more attention.

GerardoG · 15 September 2014, 12:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kobayashi

I'll definitely try and attend. In my field it's a little challenging as the end of the month/beginning of the month are the busiest times for work. Thanks for organizing this. Placing a similar thread in the General Discussion forum would also receive more attention.

Thank you for your post Michael. That is a great idea...MODS: is it ok if we put a link in yhe general forum?

teqp · 17 September 2014, 11:43 PM

Gerardo, I am in for Vegas.

The wife might join as well, so I would prefer the Palazzo. We like staying there. Their casino is not good as we never win, but we like the hotel . Otherwise, I would say Bellagio.

Keep this thread posted if dates change.

GerardoG · 18 September 2014, 09:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by teqp

Gerardo, I am in for Vegas.

The wife might join as well, so I would prefer the Palazzo. We like staying there. Their casino is not good as we never win, but we like the hotel . Otherwise, I would say Bellagio.

Keep this thread posted if dates change.

Well, I said this would happen with at least one more confirmation, and here it is! So date is set! As far as location, we can meet anywhere, I agree that Palazzo/Venetian have a lot of options. As far as where to stay, I would like to leave that part to each member, as travel budgets and preferences are different. But as of today, confirmed.

Runnin' Rebel · 18 September 2014, 09:32 AM

I'm in 99.9% I should be in town barring any emergency. Basketball game Saturday afternoon though. I'm free Friday nite and Saturday after the game that starts at 3pm

GerardoG · 18 September 2014, 09:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Runnin' Rebel

I'm in 99.9% I should be in town barring any emergency. Basketball game Saturday afternoon though. I'm free Friday nite and Saturday after the game that starts at 3pm

Noted

Deanwillie · 19 September 2014, 04:09 PM

I don't mind as long as my wife gets to hit the hotel.

GerardoG · 20 September 2014, 03:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Deanwillie

I don't mind as long as my wife gets to hit the hotel.

One more!

time2see · 27 September 2014, 12:18 PM

Gerardo, thank you for organizing and committing to the Las Vegas GTG. I will do my very best to be in attendance that weekend, possibly with the wife as well.

GerardoG · 27 September 2014, 01:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by time2see

Gerardo, thank you for organizing and committing to the Las Vegas GTG. I will do my very best to be in attendance that weekend, possibly with the wife as well.

...and another one

Danny83 · 2 October 2014, 12:07 AM

I'm in on a hours notice

GerardoG · 2 October 2014, 11:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Danny83

I'm in on a hours notice

...what about several months im advance?

Invictus Maneo · 2 January 2015, 02:16 AM

I'm working on it! Sounds like it will be a fantastic weekend! I'll keep you posted!

GerardoG · 2 January 2015, 03:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Invictus Maneo

I'm working on it! Sounds like it will be a fantastic weekend! I'll keep you posted!

Invictus Maneo · 2 January 2015, 04:22 AM

I'm in!!!!! Wife's coming too but I'll just sit her at a blackjack table with a wad of cash and she'll be good for hours, maybe even days

!

teqp · 2 January 2015, 04:49 AM

Just stayed at Vdara last weekend. The Crystals shops next to Aria have Richard Mille, AP and Tourbillon stores.

Looking forward to end of Feb.

One Ping Only · 3 January 2015, 07:24 AM

Vegas at the end of February would be a welcome break from New England. Better check flights...

GerardoG · 3 January 2015, 09:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Invictus Maneo

I'm in!!!!! Wife's coming too but I'll just sit her at a blackjack table with a wad of cash and she'll be good for hours, maybe even days

!

Quote:

Originally Posted by teqp

Just stayed at Vdara last weekend. The Crystals shops next to Aria have Richard Mille, AP and Tourbillon stores.

Looking forward to end of Feb.

Quote:

Originally Posted by One Ping Only

Vegas at the end of February would be a welcome break from New England. Better check flights...

This wll be a GREAT event!

Invictus Maneo · 3 January 2015, 09:58 AM

I'm in and I can't wait!!!!!! We're going to have a GREAT time! It will be fantastic to be able to see so many wonderful watches with other WIS's! I'm planning on getting educated!!

GerardoG · 3 January 2015, 10:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Invictus Maneo

I'm in and I can't wait!!!!!! We're going to have a GREAT time! It will be fantastic to be able to see so many wonderful watches with other WIS's! I'm planning on getting educated!!

Me too! And if we add good food and a fun place to the mix, this will be amazing!

Watchvirgin · 3 January 2015, 10:36 AM

I may be joining!

Looking forward to it

GerardoG · 3 January 2015, 11:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Watchvirgin

I may be joining!

Looking forward to it

returntorolex · 20 January 2015, 08:00 AM

Do we reply on this thread - or the other? We're getting things organized to be able to attend. This sounds like FUN and there are six (6) Rolex ADs in Las Vegas. Not to mention the other watch lover shops!

GerardoG · 20 January 2015, 09:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by returntorolex

Do we reply on this thread - or the other? We're getting things organized to be able to attend. This sounds like FUN and there are six (6) Rolex ADs in Las Vegas. Not to mention the other watch lover shops!

Either/or. Once you are confirmed just let me know (you can also PM) so we can share the details.

returntorolex · 24 January 2015, 10:36 AM

Coming from Atlanta.....we're in!

15 September 2014, 11:43 AM	#1
GerardoG Banned Join Date: Oct 2005 Real Name: Gerardo Location: Here Watch: ALL of them Posts: 32,098	Official proposal for GTG After a good response from first thread (http://rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=370158) and a smaller turnback from the poll (http://rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=371146), here are the comments: -It looks like Vegas is the best option -A few limited would like to do Mexico -Either way, November is tough due to Thanksgiving, December for Xmas and new year, and comments suggest late February '15 After spending a good hour with my travel consultant (Gracias Adriana), the best alternative rate-wise is for the weekend of February 27, 2015. During that weekend, places like Luxor offer under $80us/night rates, Mandalay under $160, Palazzo/Venetian/Bellagio around $250 and Wynn/Encore a whopping $500 Trying to set a central hotel is tough, as we all have different budgets, plus moving around in Vegas is pretty easy. So here is the FIRM proposal: Vegas international GTG to be held on Saturday, February 28, 2015, with the following agenda: -Friday Feb 27: Dinner on the strip, followed by cigars -Saturday Feb 28: Meet mid morning for brunch, have instensive watch related day visiting Wynn and Caesars Palace Rolex stores, plus IWC, JLC, Panerai, Omega, etc boutiques along the way. Ealry dinner. With only one positive response, I will confirm and purchase my plane tickets right away, so the GTG will happen either with 2 or 200. A far as Mexico, the place is Monterrey (nonstops from Vegas, Chicago, Dallas, Atlanta, Houston, Detroit); with a similar agenda for a Friday/Saturday food feast (trust me, food will be pretty good!) and watch boutique visits; if anyone is interested, let's set up a date and make it happen! (I can easily do this most weekends with fair notice). So here it is, I am in!

18 September 2014, 09:32 AM	#6
Runnin' Rebel "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Mark Location: 🤔 Posts: 8,424	I'm in 99.9% I should be in town barring any emergency. Basketball game Saturday afternoon though. I'm free Friday nite and Saturday after the game that starts at 3pm __________________ ♛

2 January 2015, 04:22 AM	#16
Invictus Maneo "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Real Name: Ken Location: GMT -5 Watch: 16610 Posts: 1,842	I'm in!!!!! Wife's coming too but I'll just sit her at a blackjack table with a wad of cash and she'll be good for hours, maybe even days!

3 January 2015, 07:24 AM	#18
One Ping Only "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Real Name: Ken Location: WI Watch: several Posts: 1,639	Vegas at the end of February would be a welcome break from New England. Better check flights... __________________ I have far too many expensive hobbies to even consider another one.

15 September 2014, 12:09 PM	#2
Kobayashi "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Michael Location: SF Bay Area Watch: Any Rolex! Posts: 1,060	I'll definitely try and attend. In my field it's a little challenging as the end of the month/beginning of the month are the busiest times for work. Thanks for organizing this. Placing a similar thread in the General Discussion forum would also receive more attention.

17 September 2014, 11:43 PM	#4
teqp "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Phil Location: SoCal Watch: 116613LN Posts: 3,052	Gerardo, I am in for Vegas. The wife might join as well, so I would prefer the Palazzo. We like staying there. Their casino is not good as we never win, but we like the hotel . Otherwise, I would say Bellagio. Keep this thread posted if dates change.

19 September 2014, 04:09 PM	#8
Deanwillie "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Real Name: Dean Location: Miami Watch: Submariner 14060 Posts: 69	I don't mind as long as my wife gets to hit the hotel.

27 September 2014, 12:18 PM	#10
time2see "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Real Name: Fabian Location: California Posts: 462	Gerardo, thank you for organizing and committing to the Las Vegas GTG. I will do my very best to be in attendance that weekend, possibly with the wife as well.

2 October 2014, 12:07 AM	#12
Danny83 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Real Name: Danny Location: Bay Area CA Watch: Yellow Gold Posts: 20,314	I'm in on a hours notice

2 January 2015, 02:16 AM	#14
Invictus Maneo "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Real Name: Ken Location: GMT -5 Watch: 16610 Posts: 1,842	I'm working on it! Sounds like it will be a fantastic weekend! I'll keep you posted!

2 January 2015, 04:49 AM	#17
teqp "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Phil Location: SoCal Watch: 116613LN Posts: 3,052	Just stayed at Vdara last weekend. The Crystals shops next to Aria have Richard Mille, AP and Tourbillon stores. Looking forward to end of Feb.

3 January 2015, 09:58 AM	#20
Invictus Maneo "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Real Name: Ken Location: GMT -5 Watch: 16610 Posts: 1,842	I'm in and I can't wait!!!!!! We're going to have a GREAT time! It will be fantastic to be able to see so many wonderful watches with other WIS's! I'm planning on getting educated!!

3 January 2015, 10:36 AM	#22
Watchvirgin Banned Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: Ash_Flash Location: Washington, DC Watch: AP Posts: 901	I may be joining! Looking forward to it

20 January 2015, 08:00 AM	#24
returntorolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Real Name: Steve Location: Atlanta Watch: Jackie Stewart DD Posts: 5,661	Do we reply on this thread - or the other? We're getting things organized to be able to attend. This sounds like FUN and there are six (6) Rolex ADs in Las Vegas. Not to mention the other watch lover shops!

24 January 2015, 10:36 AM	#26
returntorolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Real Name: Steve Location: Atlanta Watch: Jackie Stewart DD Posts: 5,661	Coming from Atlanta.....we're in!

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