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They are just following caesars which has been doing it for a long time. You also have to be aware that the vegas strip hotels are colluding on prices as well as fees they charge. Caesars properties are particularly a dump because they have been mass firing live humans across the board leading to filth and non operational elevators etc..Lived in Vegas for years, anybody that travels here is nuts.
Las Vegas has become the rip-off capital of the planet! I now give my business to three local casinos and avoid all these ridiculous fees. The greed of the casinos know no bounds.
My last time to Vegas i was charged 20$ a day for parking as a guest at harrah's on top of resort fees I've been coming to Vegas for 15 years not worth it anymore
Nevada lawmakers should be more responsible for their prime tourist industry shenanigans. Simply refusing to go to Las Vegas rip-off city is a way I avoid these fees
@@rpiazza Actually there are so many other sources (destinations) foreign/domestic of entertainment and to enjoy other than rip city Vegas. Disney land Not included.
What? Tribal casinos are so corrupt. They don't have the same regulations as vegas and any dispute is arbitrary and up to the tribe whether they want to fix it or not
An annual visitor for over 20 years (UK), we gave up on Vegas. We now do Asia, Europe, Australia/NZ. Wish we had done this before, we've had our best vacations recently. Wicked stuff.
But because the economy is so great they have been getting away with it. Biden has been trying to get through legislation to stop this scamming but trump eliminated consumer protections and congressional republicans are owned by the corporations. Simply say no and don't put up with the fee.
I stayed 4 nights at Planet Hollywood and I paid about $300, Excalibur comped my rooms and gave me $100 for food and $50 for free play. Food on the strip is expensive for sure. This year I used the 3 day pass for the bus and saved tons of money.
A friend of mine just got back from Vegas, four days, $4000. This is with room and meals and all of the dang fees. I visited Vegas in 2016, and I said I would never go back there again, and I kept my word. Overpriced and too many fees.
Your friend opened a lot of bottles! 4 days no gambling should be less than a grand, and could be less if you gamble at the property you're staying at and you get your room comp'ed.
@@kjmergen I went a year ago for 4 nights/5 days and spent nearly 3k for room (with fees, taxes, etc), rental car, 2 shows, food and tips, and only $400 of that was gambling. I don't drink alcohol but my water bill was somewhere upwards of $60 at $4-5 per small bottle. I could have had a much better time in NYC for the same amount of money.
I can almost picture going to the bathroom in one of those establishments and having a guy at the door collecting a fee for doing number one and double for number two. That's when I'll check Vegas off of my go to list.
In Europe, they've been doing this forever. The person isn't even working for the facility in many cases and gives you exactly one square of toilet paper and blocks your way in/out of the restroom
@@gigi9301 My son and his wife live in VEGAS. It's really crazy how everyone is trying to rip you off in any way they can so they don't have to get a job and work 43 years like I did. And EUROPE is just as bad too as you say.
@@normanwyatt8761 It's a Hustle for sure; just like the song. I went to Austria in the '80's and got royally ripped off by a washroom hag. Lived in France '98-'02; the heartless swindler in the Public Park ladies room was the Second Worst in the world. Low-level ptsd'd from that crap; I still to this day carry at least one or two tissues with me, and whenever on a trip I ALWAYS make sure to have Super Small denominations of change to give these scavengers. They take over the restroom as if it's their own humble abode and demand payment upon exit And Entry.
@@gigi9301 wow that’s horrible. I’ll file that away and make sure I’m armed with necessary items to travel Europe. If you don’t know these things, unfortunately you’re gonna need to know them real quick because learning at the time is the wrong time.
@@jdrew5367 Glad the info was useful; I had to learn the hard way and it really can change your perception of the day/location if you have an unpleasant encounter there. Happy travels to you!!
When we first started going to Las Vegas it was not expensive. Stayed for one week at the Mirage Hotel and Steve Wynn picked up our flight. Used to have great meal deals. If you're going to Las Vegas stay at a locals hotel.
Hi just returned from a week in las vagas, ate mostly at popeyes lovely cheap food, around$30 meal for 2, no8. Chicken sandwich, drinks pepsi and fry’s, one popeyes at the Exculaber , 1 at the food hall, next to planet Hollywood,good 2 large cans of fosters at the abc stores.$6. Eat back at hotel 😊
@@junehawkins6763 Well, you mentioned the Excalibur and Planet Hollywood. They are on Las Vegas Blvd. I don't like Las Vegas Blvd. There is a Blueberry Hill restaurant across the street from Gold Coast Hotel/Casino. Also, Ellis Island has good food and inexpensive prices. Same with Jerry's Nugget. Get a card, play in the casino a few hours and get a discount.
Thanks for this info. I was thinking about going back to Vegas and this has helped me make-up my mind that it’s just not worth it anymore. I’ll avoid all of those fees by gambling here in Oklahoma.
The casinos will know when they've gone overboard on fees when people start going elsewhere. Then it may be too late. It has gotten too expensive getting to Vegas just to lose money.
The problem is corporate convention people are all paying on the corporate credit card and they don't care. And congressional republicans are owned by these corporations so the scams just go unpunished.
Thanks so much for the useful information - yoou always give us what we need! We only head to LV once or twice a year from the UK, but each time there are changes, with new fees, and additional charges here and there. Maybe the hotels, restaurants, venues or whereever could think about it from the buyer's perspective for a change. Be upfront, open and honest instead of sneaking things onto your bill at the end.
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You’re far more diplomatic than I. I stay at the Marriott Grand Chateau. I love the place. I don’t have time or the interest in scanning a restaurant’s menu for fine print which may or may not disclose a fee. I ask the server directly. If I don’t like what I hear, I pick up my tired old ass and leave. No one is forcing you to stay at hotels if you don’t like their policies. No one is forcing you to eat at Blondie’s. Vote with your wallet. Until enough folks, collectively, cause a significant drop in revenue for these businesses, it won’t change._
Thanks for an informative video ! Contacting a ‘live’ MGM employee fee is ridiculous. Sometimes everyone has to contact a property to clarify a reservation. The other fees are annoying but I still feel that Vegas prices are no different than any other major tourist city. . It’s still possible to have a great time in Vegas without spending a fortune. .
I noticed Ole Red has an entertainment fee. It is in small print on the menu. I didn't think to ask to have it removed. Whenever I eat at Cabo Wabo I always ask for the CNF fee to be removed and it's never been a problem.
Hi. Saw your video. At the restaurants in Paris LV we were told that the CNF fee was in restaurants that are not owned or affiliated with the resort because they have to pay that casino a lease fee
rio having a resort fee is a tough sell, place is empty and in rough shape. Closed stores, empty hotel, expensive drinks, crap odds at the tables ... They should try and fill the place before raising prices and fees
That was when Caesar's owned the place and let it go to rot like they do all their properties except Caesars. But the new owners have been very busy and are committed to fixing it up. So far they've redone the rooms and many of the common areas as well as revitalized the exterior with new paint and lighting. That's just the beginning. The new owners seem fully committed to making the Rio at minimum, a 4 start resort. You need to take another look at it.
Just booked vegas for Feb. Went for a nice apartment through Airbnb 1 mile from the strip for around the same price as a budget hotel room for 6 nights. Free parking and no resort fees plus more space 👍🏼
We used to visit Vegas 2-3 times a year and had the best times there! The last visit was February 2022. I was so alarmed at what a rip off it was. The homeless people were everywhere and hotels did not have enough staff to keep them out of the casinos and washrooms. Everything seemed dirty like the glass doors going into the hotels and the sidewalks littered with trash. I witnessed a man in his underwear darting out onto the strip trying to get hit by a car, people laying on the sidewalks etc. I won't be back
If everyone deducted the employer fee and other fees restaurants charge from the tip, that'll get the waiters and waitresses to complain to management and maybe change the policy.
Great advice...thanks, heading to Vegas tomorrow...staying at Durango and Red Rock.....I have Caesar's privilege as a Seven Star, waived resort fees, internet, and free parking, but it's such a hassle to get there.....guess I'm getting old 😂😂but I prefer the Red Rock over the strip hassle. If I have an offer at Caesars I'll go there, but my stay is at Red Rock.....it's so comfortable, spacious and I can play all of the "old" Buffalo I want too😊. Anywhoo,thank you for these type of videos, they are short, sweet, and very informative.
Great video. Thanks for sharing this to the world. Heres the issue. I just sign up for free MGM rewards card online prior to book Cosmopolitan hotel in vegas... In there are option ... discounts for military and seniors and other option is discounts for MGM members and so on.... If i was to click and choose MGM members for discount in the Cosmopolitan hotel. The suite i want will not display the Wraparound fountain view suite.,... But the room suite is available if i do not click on the MGM membership discount area by clicking the (flexible price) or whatever option name was.... which means pay the best price available with Cosmo for that suite. Now that i book that suite..... Even though i have a new MGM membership... the amount im going to spend at this suite in the next few months time on my holidays means i have to pay the best price deal that Como shown online.... But thats the issue... why didnt this suite was available by clicking options in the comopolitan online ? i could of gone much cheaper per night stays...But that suite dosnt apear to be available. But it does if you dont use the MGM.... very chicky and very interesting role play with hotels.... By the way Fees and tax are crazy they should give up putting crazy fees and taxes........ So there you go a slight trick by the hotel itself.... i guess why bother create a new account for MGM if at the end of all this... its not available suite if i click MGM price deals for the Como... but it does if i click the (The best price deal) which is the one i clicked on. But also be aware of other things... If the Suite was available for a August 2025 and was available with MGM membership price option the catch to this means u will get a discount but you will have to follow the rules by having to spend money at the restaurant by spending such a mount of money by also drinking at the bar by spending money if you want the suite to be discounts. So for me that is not an ideal way for a TRUE really discount at all... because at the end of the day you have just spend the same amount with and without the MGM membership. Look at the Como website... look for the suite you want.. in this case the wrap around suite fountain view.... it doesnt apear to be available for MGM members but you have other options to select other type rooms instead..... You see what i mean? so i think its a trick to convince u ways to book things. And like i just said... if that suite was available for MGM price deal then you still have to follow the rules to get that discount on the day you arrive to the Como hotel.. which means u have to spent a mount of money at the 5 star restaurant and bar and all that. So at the end of the day your still spending the same amount close enough to and without the MGM card............ Anyways the suite i want is been reserved... Now im worried what if the Hotel lift the fees and tax higher ? I booked this suite for 2 people for August 2025... its been reserved.. They already took 1 night off my credit card. the rest i must pay it in person at the hotel. Will they force me to pay more tax and fees even though i preserved and know the price already on email ? or will it be much higher then that ? so if its 8,000 dollars total... will the fees and tax be higher and have to pay more without notice ? that 8,000 is already includes the tax and fees. But im worried they would lift it more without me knowing a thing. Or does this mean the booking has been reserved and the price is frozen which means thats what im going to pay with no hidden lies next ? So i booked it last night. 8,000 and its also the suite and the tax and fees.... I will be at the cosmo in August 2025.. a few months away. I gt an email confirmation with the booking they took 1st night off my credit card and now i must pay the rest of the nights... But will they lift the tax and fees over my booking? Or they will not because i reserved the price deal when booking it online ?
I was just in Vegas and went to the Mexican restaurant on the Linq promenade. I noticed a small concession fee disclaimer on the sign out front but was willing to ask for the fee to be removed after the meal. I tried asking the server, he said he'd ask the manager. He came back and said nothing with the fee still on the bill. So I figured out the tip, minus the fee and that was the tip. Something's got to be done with all the extra nickel and dime fees.
I love the Gold Coast which does not charge resort fees on comped rooms! Besides the excellent Steak House and Bar in the rear they have other nice restaurants and you dont have to deal with the craziness of the strip!
20 years ago I stayed one month in Budget Suites of America, it was not far from the strip. I think then one month was less than 800usd. Not bad. I dont know how much they today if they even exist. I love Vegas, esp the amazing gyms! cheers from Finland.
Wow, it's like they don't want you coming anymore. They're trying to see how much they can push you until you say enough. People can continue getting ripped off. As for me, that's it, no more. I used to go 4 times a year too.
Our Resort fee at Delano in December is $19.25 so not too bad but when we move to Cosmo its $50. Fortunately we comped at both as its a long hoof from the UK. Fees and tip percentages in the US is getting out of control so any fee I see comes off of any tip.
i read comments all the time about how folks won't go to Vegas because of the fees. well the numbers don't show the fees affecting visitor numbers so there is no incentive to do anything but raise them .
@@URKlewlessit's not a stupid comment to state the fees are bullshit. What _is_ stupid though is paying all those fees. That's for suckers! I've been to vegas twice but, won't even consider going back unless those fees go away.
Actually, visitor numbers were slightly down in August from the year prior so maybe people are beginning to revolt. Only time will tell if it becomes a real trend.
i have a stupid question, i'm planning my vegas trip, i went on airbnb.... how do u find mgm signature? .... i looked couldn't find it.... all of these fees are so ridiculous its dissuading me from coming to vegas😔.... you can go to europe or on a cruise for what they are charging you nowadays....😔
Thanks, good question. We have had success searching MGM Signature in the app. The Elara is very nice as well if you are looking for an apartment style stay.
I don't understand why fees, tips etc aren't added into the room rate... Then it's just one price, no surprises for guests...that's what happens in the many other countries.
Good episode. Resort fees and tipping workers is my big hate. The resort fees I can get waived because I gamble, but tips to server even at fast food services? If I see it on the bill I ask it be taken off and they do. They are fast food servers and it's not a fine restaurant. Don't get gouged speak up.
Hey You guys my wife reminded me when we went to Vegas in January, we stayed at the MGM Grand, and we had already called and booked our room. We specifically asked on the phone, if there were any suprise fees at check in and we were assured, no. When we checked in, we were told there is a $100 a night deposit...wow...we were not happy. So that's our story. Let people know MGM isn't so honest and didn't make it right. We will stay at the Bellagio next time.
Bellagio is going to do the same. Pretty much all hotels in Vegas take a certain amount of money and put it in escrow as a hedge against damages or unpaid bills. Once you check, out and your haven't wrecked the place, you get your money refunded within 7 business days.
I stopped visiting Vegas years ago and have no desire to go back. Used my loyalty status with a casino brand and started going on cruises. For a seven night sailing, with cabin, food, basic drinks, paying crew tips in advance, show included, trip insurance, etc, my wife and I pay right at $100 a day and get $200 of onboard stateroom credit. Try doing that in Vegas.
I’d recommend avoiding Vegas and just explore the rest of Nevada: Lake Tahoe, Great Basin NP, etc. Nevada is such a beautiful state and Vegas has lost its charm
All these sucker fees are 8:50 so disgusting. As a longtime Vegas visitor going back to the 1990's, I feel totally bilked by the greed of Vegas proprietors. Glad my days there are almost over...I so enjoyed this great, fun city for years...far cheaper than today.
We learned the hard way lol some restaurants on party of 6 or more automatically charge a 18% or more gratuity fee wtf! For our bill last time was 60 dollars for that gratuity fee I was not happy about that
@turnupworld have you fabulous folks been to Lake Las Vegas, either the Westin or Hilton resorts. If so, or if not, please do a vid on the property? Pretty please! Keep on truckin yall, I love your Vegas advice ❤
Im Canadian and they will loose becuse at 4 days At 60$. I stay two blocks off the strip no fee. Taxi total 20$ a day for a total of $80. And maybe walk once to save even more. Plus you sleep a lot better without the racket.
What the 🤬. Soon people will just visit Vegas and leave after gambling and eating because here comes the speed train from L.A to Vegas...let's see what they do then...
Vegas doesn’t get my business anymore. I was going 1-3 times a year for years since around 1995 eventhough my first trip was 1978. What used to be an adventure in the only adult oasis has now become a fee riddled , Disneyland with gambling. It was fun while it lasted. In Canada, no fees, no smoking, no tax on winnings (any amount), no kids, no pets, no resort fee (they hold $100 on your card ,but don’t charge it when you check out) For a Canadian and some other visitors, by the time you buy USD exchange, flight and all the fees , plus the strip and casino chaos it is to costly for a place they expect you lose your money gambling. To bad, had some fun times back in the day, and 1978,when the mob was there, let me tell you it was magically different on lol levels.
Someday they’ll reach a tipping point where Vegas will be unaffordable for the average person and slowly people will stop coming. Then and only then will Vegas Casinos start to reduce or eliminate fees altogether. It’s a greedy money grab no matter what you call it.
Business must be very good since they are so comfortable tipping off their customers. They used to have a lock on gambling, but now you can gamble all over the country. Vegas is not special anymore.
The employee benefits fee is insidious because the owners make crazy amounts of money already and adding that fee makes it seem like it's employees asking for the bare minimum benefits are what drove up pieces, when the owners could always afford the benefits, theyre just greedy and dont wanna pay
All these places are passing on the cost of doing business to their costumers. I've asked several hotels what a resort fee was. I rarely get a straight answer. It's a gimmick to make the price of a room sound cheaper than it is. Also, why are we subsidizing health insurance for people in some places? I have to pay for mine, and my employer picks up the other half. Being a nurse, patients would not so quickly go along with an employee health benefit fee on their medical bills.
With the American dollar is over 30% higher then Canadian dollar and now I have to deal with resort fees !Vegas is now way too expensive for me. Tired of being ripped off!
I am really getting sick of all the made up fees. I go to Vegas 2-4 times a year but I am thinking of paring that down to 1-2 times a year and choosing another destination going forward. I hate feeling like I am being fee'd to death.
Tourist staying at MGM : Excuse me sir /mam ? Do you work here ? MGM employee : Yes I do Tourist : Can you tell or point the way to the pool ? MGM Employee : That will be 5 dollars in cash or 10 dollars added to you room as a service charge
I've noticed off strip that some restaurants are now charging you more if you pay by credit card. Even my cheap Chinese restaurant asks "will that be cash or credit" before giving me the total now. Is this also happening on the strip?
Alexxa C&E fee? Again, I just lower the percentage I tip? Before anyone says I'm just punishing staff: it's my money. Besides remember when tipping was 10%? It's been creeping up 15% then 20%, there's some that even suggest 24%.
These sneaky fees are the reason why I would rather go to a local casino near my home and get comp rooms with no resort fees and no taxes, sure it’s not the glitz and glam of Vegas, but at least I don’t have to give up a kidney to enjoy my self. Corporate Greed.
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It's happening all around. I live in Chicago and the restaurants are charging 20% surcharge. And we have an entertainment tax.
MGM charging for making reservations with a person after the breach they had is absolutely insane. Seem like that would be included in a resort fee
I agree it's insane but don't see what the hack would have to do with it. Either way the info is going in the same system.
i think they had two major breaches
They are just following caesars which has been doing it for a long time. You also have to be aware that the vegas strip hotels are colluding on prices as well as fees they charge. Caesars properties are particularly a dump because they have been mass firing live humans across the board leading to filth and non operational elevators etc..Lived in Vegas for years, anybody that travels here is nuts.
Las Vegas has become the rip-off capital of the planet! I now give my business to three local casinos and avoid all these ridiculous fees. The greed of the casinos know no bounds.
My last time to Vegas i was charged 20$ a day for parking as a guest at harrah's on top of resort fees I've been coming to Vegas for 15 years not worth it anymore
Nevada lawmakers should be more responsible for their prime tourist industry shenanigans. Simply refusing to go to Las Vegas rip-off city is a way I avoid these fees
Ok,stay home and pound sand.
@@rpiazzaA lot of people do. Or find other destinations to go to that don't rip you off
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Actually there are so many other sources (destinations) foreign/domestic of entertainment and to enjoy other than rip city Vegas.
Disney land Not included.
@@rzz9594 Trrue, but not the same excitement as Las Vegas. Heck you can go to any city and be amused.
@@showguyer True, but not with the excitement Las Vegas offers you. Go to your other destinations and be bored after a day and a half.
The best way to avoid Las Vegas fees is to avoid Las Vegas. The local tribal casino has better payouts and doesn't nickle and dime you with fees.
What? Tribal casinos are so corrupt. They don't have the same regulations as vegas and any dispute is arbitrary and up to the tribe whether they want to fix it or not
Not SIN CITY ANYMORE, now they call it SCAM CITY.😊
Well, a scam is a sin... :)
Makes me not want to go back. Resort fees are ridiculous
All these extra fees are ridiculous! 😮
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We’re done with LV, greed is out of control
An annual visitor for over 20 years (UK), we gave up on Vegas. We now do Asia, Europe, Australia/NZ. Wish we had done this before, we've had our best vacations recently. Wicked stuff.
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Yeah people are just gonna stop fucking with Vegas at this point. It’s not what it used to be.
You are correct, Las Vegas isn't what it used to be. It's better to go to Laughlin. Another option is to go to Reno.
@@harlanabraham7772I wish Laughlin had a few nice hotels.
MGM ruined the Cosmo
Ok. Be sure and tell me when they stop going 😂😂😂
Laughlin sucks when it comes to nice hotels
Sad...very sad...this is getting ridiculous and unaffordable for the everyday people!!
But because the economy is so great they have been getting away with it. Biden has been trying to get through legislation to stop this scamming but trump eliminated consumer protections and congressional republicans are owned by the corporations. Simply say no and don't put up with the fee.
I stayed 4 nights at Planet Hollywood and I paid about $300, Excalibur comped my rooms and gave me $100 for food and $50 for free play. Food on the strip is expensive for sure. This year I used the 3 day pass for the bus and saved tons of money.
A friend of mine just got back from Vegas, four days, $4000. This is with room and meals and all of the dang fees. I visited Vegas in 2016, and I said I would never go back there again, and I kept my word. Overpriced and too many fees.
Your friend opened a lot of bottles! 4 days no gambling should be less than a grand, and could be less if you gamble at the property you're staying at and you get your room comp'ed.
Im sure 2 of those days were friday and Saturday
@@kjmergen I went a year ago for 4 nights/5 days and spent nearly 3k for room (with fees, taxes, etc), rental car, 2 shows, food and tips, and only $400 of that was gambling. I don't drink alcohol but my water bill was somewhere upwards of $60 at $4-5 per small bottle. I could have had a much better time in NYC for the same amount of money.
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I can almost picture going to the bathroom in one of those establishments and having a guy at the door collecting a fee for doing
number one and double for number two. That's when I'll check Vegas off of my go to list.
In Europe, they've been doing this forever. The person isn't even working for the facility in many cases and gives you exactly one square of toilet paper and blocks your way in/out of the restroom
@@gigi9301 My son and his wife live in VEGAS. It's really crazy how everyone is trying to rip you off in any way they can so they don't have to get a job and work 43 years like I did. And EUROPE is just as bad too as you say.
@@normanwyatt8761 It's a Hustle for sure; just like the song. I went to Austria in the '80's and got royally ripped off by a washroom hag. Lived in France '98-'02; the heartless swindler in the Public Park ladies room was the Second Worst in the world. Low-level ptsd'd from that crap; I still to this day carry at least one or two tissues with me, and whenever on a trip I ALWAYS make sure to have Super Small denominations of change to give these scavengers. They take over the restroom as if it's their own humble abode and demand payment upon exit And Entry.
@@gigi9301 wow that’s horrible. I’ll file that away and make sure I’m armed with necessary items to travel Europe. If you don’t know these things, unfortunately you’re gonna need to know them real quick because learning at the time is the wrong time.
@@jdrew5367 Glad the info was useful; I had to learn the hard way and it really can change your perception of the day/location if you have an unpleasant encounter there. Happy travels to you!!
I just got back from Las Vegas it’s definitely not cheap!
When we first started going to Las Vegas it was not expensive. Stayed for one week at the Mirage Hotel and Steve Wynn picked up our flight. Used to have great meal deals. If you're going to Las Vegas stay at a locals hotel.
I was there in June. I am from Germany and found prices pretty moderate.
@@PinkIsAwesome361 What part of Germany are you from? Used to live in Bavaria in Wurzburg.
Hi just returned from a week in las vagas, ate mostly at popeyes lovely cheap food, around$30 meal for 2, no8. Chicken sandwich, drinks pepsi and fry’s, one popeyes at the Exculaber , 1 at the food hall, next to planet Hollywood,good 2 large cans of fosters at the abc stores.$6. Eat back at hotel 😊
@@junehawkins6763 Well, you mentioned
the Excalibur and Planet Hollywood. They are on Las Vegas Blvd. I don't like Las Vegas Blvd. There is a Blueberry Hill restaurant across the street from Gold Coast Hotel/Casino. Also, Ellis Island has good food and inexpensive prices. Same with Jerry's Nugget. Get a card, play in the casino a few hours and get a discount.
I avoid getting screwed in Vegas by staying in California and getting screwed.
California is horrible, I can see why people are fleeing by the thousands
Hahaha!!! I avoid getting screwed in Vegas by staying in Colorado and getting screwed; Touche'
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Funny, not funny
California 😂? People still live there??
Thanks for this info. I was thinking about going back to Vegas and this has helped me make-up my mind that it’s just not worth it anymore. I’ll avoid all of those fees by gambling here in Oklahoma.
The casinos will know when they've gone overboard on fees when people start going elsewhere. Then it may be too late. It has gotten too expensive getting to Vegas just to lose money.
The problem is corporate convention people are all paying on the corporate credit card and they don't care. And congressional republicans are owned by these corporations so the scams just go unpunished.
The whole city was built to take people's money!
Thanks so much for the useful information - yoou always give us what we need!
We only head to LV once or twice a year from the UK, but each time there are changes, with new fees, and additional charges here and there. Maybe the hotels, restaurants, venues or whereever could think about it from the buyer's perspective for a change. Be upfront, open and honest instead of sneaking things onto your bill at the end.
Thanks for the info....definitely I will never spend my hard earned money in Vegas. Europe here I come.
Hi Tanya and Dave,
Thanks so much for sharing this pertinent infirmation! You guys are the best! TO THE BEST COUPLE IN THE WORLD! 🌍 from Tricee in Virginia Beach, Virginia ⛱️⛱️⛱️
I work at mgm. Fees are the biggest complaint that I hear at the bar. The second biggest complaint is drink prices.
We will be in Vegas the first week of October. Thank you I learned some new and very helpful things about fees. You two rock!
The MGM credit card (no annual fee) provides automatic Pearl status that includes free parking at any MGM property. One way to score free parking. 😎
You’re far more diplomatic than I. I stay at the Marriott Grand Chateau. I love the place. I don’t have time or the interest in scanning a restaurant’s menu for fine print which may or may not disclose a fee. I ask the server directly. If I don’t like what I hear, I pick up my tired old ass and leave. No one is forcing you to stay at hotels if you don’t like their policies. No one is forcing you to eat at Blondie’s. Vote with your wallet. Until enough folks, collectively, cause a significant drop in revenue for these businesses, it won’t change._
Thanks for an informative video ! Contacting a ‘live’ MGM employee fee is ridiculous. Sometimes everyone has to contact a property to clarify a reservation. The other fees are annoying but I still feel that Vegas prices are no different than any other major tourist city. . It’s still possible to have a great time in Vegas without spending a fortune. .
I noticed Ole Red has an entertainment fee. It is in small print on the menu. I didn't think to ask to have it removed. Whenever I eat at Cabo Wabo I always ask for the CNF fee to be removed and it's never been a problem.
Thanks so much for sharing, very helpful! A lot of Las Vegas have success getting the CNF fee removed!
Hi. Saw your video. At the restaurants in Paris LV we were told that the CNF fee was in restaurants that are not owned or affiliated with the resort because they have to pay that casino a lease fee
That may be true but they should just set their menu prices accordingly.
I avoid these fees by not going to Vegas in the first place.
When I stayed in Vegas I demanded for the flamingo to drop resort fees I wasn't driving I wasn't using anything. Hotels are getting money hungr
rio having a resort fee is a tough sell, place is empty and in rough shape. Closed stores, empty hotel, expensive drinks, crap odds at the tables ... They should try and fill the place before raising prices and fees
That was when Caesar's owned the place and let it go to rot like they do all their properties except Caesars. But the new owners have been very busy and are committed to fixing it up.
So far they've redone the rooms and many of the common areas as well as revitalized the exterior with new paint and lighting. That's just the beginning. The new owners seem fully committed to making the Rio at minimum, a 4 start resort. You need to take another look at it.
Just booked vegas for Feb. Went for a nice apartment through Airbnb 1 mile from the strip for around the same price as a budget hotel room for 6 nights. Free parking and no resort fees plus more space 👍🏼
Great video as always Tonya and Dave. Take care. Helena
Great video. Thank you both. We are going to Vegas in November, so I will be asking about hidden fees. Thanks a ton!
We used to visit Vegas 2-3 times a year and had the best times there! The last visit was February 2022. I was so alarmed at what a rip off it was. The homeless people were everywhere and hotels did not have enough staff to keep them out of the casinos and washrooms. Everything seemed dirty like the glass doors going into the hotels and the sidewalks littered with trash. I witnessed a man in his underwear darting out onto the strip trying to get hit by a car, people laying on the sidewalks etc. I won't be back
If everyone deducted the employer fee and other fees restaurants charge from the tip, that'll get the waiters and waitresses to complain to management and maybe change the policy.
Great advice...thanks, heading to Vegas tomorrow...staying at Durango and Red Rock.....I have Caesar's privilege as a Seven Star, waived resort fees, internet, and free parking, but it's such a hassle to get there.....guess I'm getting old 😂😂but I prefer the Red Rock over the strip hassle. If I have an offer at Caesars I'll go there, but my stay is at Red Rock.....it's so comfortable, spacious and I can play all of the "old" Buffalo I want too😊. Anywhoo,thank you for these type of videos, they are short, sweet, and very informative.
Great video. Thanks for sharing this to the world. Heres the issue. I just sign up for free MGM rewards card online prior to book Cosmopolitan hotel in vegas... In there are option ... discounts for military and seniors and other option is discounts for MGM members and so on.... If i was to click and choose MGM members for discount in the Cosmopolitan hotel. The suite i want will not display the Wraparound fountain view suite.,... But the room suite is available if i do not click on the MGM membership discount area by clicking the (flexible price) or whatever option name was.... which means pay the best price available with Cosmo for that suite. Now that i book that suite..... Even though i have a new MGM membership... the amount im going to spend at this suite in the next few months time on my holidays means i have to pay the best price deal that Como shown online....
But thats the issue... why didnt this suite was available by clicking options in the comopolitan online ? i could of gone much cheaper per night stays...But that suite dosnt apear to be available. But it does if you dont use the MGM.... very chicky and very interesting role play with hotels.... By the way Fees and tax are crazy they should give up putting crazy fees and taxes........
So there you go a slight trick by the hotel itself.... i guess why bother create a new account for MGM if at the end of all this... its not available suite if i click MGM price deals for the Como... but it does if i click the (The best price deal) which is the one i clicked on. But also be aware of other things... If the Suite was available for a August 2025 and was available with MGM membership price option the catch to this means u will get a discount but you will have to follow the rules by having to spend money at the restaurant by spending such a mount of money by also drinking at the bar by spending money if you want the suite to be discounts. So for me that is not an ideal way for a TRUE really discount at all... because at the end of the day you have just spend the same amount with and without the MGM membership. Look at the Como website...
look for the suite you want.. in this case the wrap around suite fountain view.... it doesnt apear to be available for MGM members but you have other options to select other type rooms instead..... You see what i mean? so i think its a trick to convince u ways to book things. And like i just said... if that suite was available for MGM price deal then you still have to follow the rules to get that discount on the day you arrive to the Como hotel.. which means u have to spent a mount of money at the 5 star restaurant and bar and all that. So at the end of the day your still spending the same amount close enough to and without the MGM card............ Anyways the suite i want is been reserved... Now im worried what if the Hotel lift the fees and tax higher ?
I booked this suite for 2 people for August 2025... its been reserved.. They already took 1 night off my credit card. the rest i must pay it in person at the hotel. Will they force me to pay more tax and fees even though i preserved and know the price already on email ? or will it be much higher then that ? so if its 8,000 dollars total... will the fees and tax be higher and have to pay more without notice ? that 8,000 is already includes the tax and fees. But im worried they would lift it more without me knowing a thing. Or does this mean the booking has been reserved and the price is frozen which means thats what im going to pay with no hidden lies next ? So i booked it last night. 8,000 and its also the suite and the tax and fees.... I will be at the cosmo in August 2025.. a few months away. I gt an email confirmation with the booking they took 1st night off my credit card and now i must pay the rest of the nights... But will they lift the tax and fees over my booking? Or they will not because i reserved the price deal when booking it online ?
I was just in Vegas and went to the Mexican restaurant on the Linq promenade. I noticed a small concession fee disclaimer on the sign out front but was willing to ask for the fee to be removed after the meal. I tried asking the server, he said he'd ask the manager. He came back and said nothing with the fee still on the bill. So I figured out the tip, minus the fee and that was the tip. Something's got to be done with all the extra nickel and dime fees.
great, you did a good job
Not just Vegas! I checked and found sneaky fees at 4 of my local bar & grilles.
I love the Gold Coast which does not charge resort fees on comped rooms! Besides the excellent Steak House and Bar in the rear they have other nice restaurants and you dont have to deal with the craziness of the strip!
20 years ago I stayed one month in Budget Suites of America, it was not far from the strip. I think then one month was less than 800usd. Not bad. I dont know how much they today if they even exist. I love Vegas, esp the amazing gyms! cheers from Finland.
im a new subscriber and i LOVE YOU GUYS!!! great channel..keep going!!!
I miss the older days of Las Vegas…
Before 2005!!
Wow, it's like they don't want you coming anymore. They're trying to see how much they can push you until you say enough. People can continue getting ripped off. As for me, that's it, no more. I used to go 4 times a year too.
Wonderful video. Thanks for sharing the useful information. A big LIKE from Singapore.
Thank you so much! We really appreciate it. Are you planning a trip to Las Vegas?
Our Resort fee at Delano in December is $19.25 so not too bad but when we move to Cosmo its $50. Fortunately we comped at both as its a long hoof from the UK. Fees and tip percentages in the US is getting out of control so any fee I see comes off of any tip.
i read comments all the time about how folks won't go to Vegas because of the fees. well the numbers don't show the fees affecting visitor numbers so there is no incentive to do anything but raise them .
People just leave stupid comments because it makes them feel like a know it all.
@@URKlewlessit's not a stupid comment to state the fees are bullshit. What _is_ stupid though is paying all those fees. That's for suckers! I've been to vegas twice but, won't even consider going back unless those fees go away.
Actually, visitor numbers were slightly down in August from the year prior so maybe people are beginning to revolt. Only time will tell if it becomes a real trend.
i have a stupid question, i'm planning my vegas trip, i went on airbnb.... how do u find mgm signature? .... i looked couldn't find it.... all of these fees are so ridiculous its dissuading me from coming to vegas😔.... you can go to europe or on a cruise for what they are charging you nowadays....😔
Thanks, good question. We have had success searching MGM Signature in the app. The Elara is very nice as well if you are looking for an apartment style stay.
You can find it on Priceline, you just have to scroll a bit.
I don't understand why fees, tips etc aren't added into the room rate... Then it's just one price, no surprises for guests...that's what happens in the many other countries.
Vegas is wrong for all of those added fees! 🙄 just greedy! Will still be going though, it’s a vibe you cannot beat!
Thanks for the heads up
Thanks. Good to know this stuff.
In Reno Boomtown free parking
Good episode. Resort fees and tipping workers is my big hate. The resort fees I can get waived because I gamble, but tips to server even at fast food services? If I see it on the bill I ask it be taken off and they do. They are fast food servers and it's not a fine restaurant. Don't get gouged speak up.
Rarely get a thank you either. Pisses me off.
The signature was our go-to place. Now they don't allow dogs. It's run down now too.
Been to vegas a couple of times from uk.Want to go again but it just looks too expensive now
Hey You guys my wife reminded me when we went to Vegas in January, we stayed at the MGM Grand, and we had already called and booked our room. We specifically asked on the phone, if there were any suprise fees at check in and we were assured, no. When we checked in, we were told there is a $100 a night deposit...wow...we were not happy. So that's our story. Let people know MGM isn't so honest and didn't make it right. We will stay at the Bellagio next time.
Don't they refund the deposit?
Bellagio is going to do the same. Pretty much all hotels in Vegas take a certain amount of money and put it in escrow as a hedge against damages or unpaid bills. Once you check, out and your haven't wrecked the place, you get your money refunded within 7 business days.
I stopped visiting Vegas years ago and have no desire to go back. Used my loyalty status with a casino brand and started going on cruises. For a seven night sailing, with cabin, food, basic drinks, paying crew tips in advance, show included, trip insurance, etc, my wife and I pay right at $100 a day and get $200 of onboard stateroom credit. Try doing that in Vegas.
Thanks for sharing!
I’d recommend avoiding Vegas and just explore the rest of Nevada: Lake Tahoe, Great Basin NP, etc. Nevada is such a beautiful state and Vegas has lost its charm
Great Video
THANKS!
Hate the fees but love Vegas will be back Halloween
We love Vegas too, we also try to avoid these hidden fees if we can!!
All these sucker fees are 8:50 so disgusting. As a longtime Vegas visitor going back to the 1990's, I feel totally bilked by the greed of Vegas proprietors. Glad my days there are almost over...I so enjoyed this great, fun city for years...far cheaper than today.
Great video!
Also the Ahearn off Sahara and Vegas Blvd is resort fee free and free parking but it's non gambling
Might be a hotel without a casino, but, you are close to hotels with a casino.
The problem is Vegas is making record revunues. So don't expect anything to change.
We learned the hard way lol some restaurants on party of 6 or more automatically charge a 18% or more gratuity fee wtf! For our bill last time was 60 dollars for that gratuity fee I was not happy about that
i was working at a japanese ramen resturant by horseshoe 2 yrs ago, they charged 18% for group of " 4"......
@turnupworld have you fabulous folks been to Lake Las Vegas, either the Westin or Hilton resorts. If so, or if not, please do a vid on the property? Pretty please! Keep on truckin yall, I love your Vegas advice ❤
sounds like time to find a different place to stay and gamble.
Im Canadian and they will loose becuse at 4 days At 60$. I stay two blocks off the strip no fee. Taxi total 20$ a day for a total of $80. And maybe walk once to save even more. Plus you sleep a lot better without the racket.
Ty for letting me know !
What the 🤬. Soon people will just visit Vegas and leave after gambling and eating because here comes the speed train from L.A to Vegas...let's see what they do then...
Once that speed train is built that would be a definite plan!
NIGHT CLUB'S $50 DRINKS 😮
Vegas doesn’t get my business anymore. I was going 1-3 times a year for years since around 1995 eventhough my first trip was 1978.
What used to be an adventure in the only adult oasis has now become a fee riddled , Disneyland with gambling. It was fun while it lasted.
In Canada, no fees, no smoking, no tax on winnings (any amount), no kids, no pets, no resort fee (they hold $100 on your card ,but don’t charge it when you check out)
For a Canadian and some other visitors, by the time you buy USD exchange, flight and all the fees , plus the strip and casino chaos it is to costly for a place they expect you lose your money gambling. To bad, had some fun times back in the day, and 1978,when the mob was there, let me tell you it was magically different on lol levels.
Thanks for the updates and reminders on all these fees.
Can't believe MGM is charging for booking using a phone call. That's crazy.
Actually that’s pretty weird besides being a rip.?
Can you guys do a quick update on what it looks like bc of the F1 races?
Someday they’ll reach a tipping point where Vegas will be unaffordable for the average person and slowly people will stop coming. Then and only then will Vegas Casinos start to reduce or eliminate fees altogether. It’s a greedy money grab no matter what you call it.
it shouldn't go that far.
Let’s stay positive and believe that’s the case but money has a way altering corporate’s perception on how much they can milk out of people.
Business must be very good since they are so comfortable tipping off their customers. They used to have a lock on gambling, but now you can gamble all over the country. Vegas is not special anymore.
True but their main revenue is no longer gambling.
I can’t help but be mesmerized by your Sammy Davis Jr quality-level shirt, my white brother 😀
The employee benefits fee is insidious because the owners make crazy amounts of money already and adding that fee makes it seem like it's employees asking for the bare minimum benefits are what drove up pieces, when the owners could always afford the benefits, theyre just greedy and dont wanna pay
All these places are passing on the cost of doing business to their costumers. I've asked several hotels what a resort fee was. I rarely get a straight answer. It's a gimmick to make the price of a room sound cheaper than it is. Also, why are we subsidizing health insurance for people in some places? I have to pay for mine, and my employer picks up the other half. Being a nurse, patients would not so quickly go along with an employee health benefit fee on their medical bills.
When will they start with a breathing fee?
Shhh...don't give them any ideas. I am waiting for the JBWWMM fee. (Just Because We Want More Money)
Don’t forget about Caesars early check-in fee
Is there a fee to breath the air?
😂😂😂
And that's why i won't be back until they stop the gouging
Been there, done that. I'll pass. I'll take that extra fee $$$ that it would cost me and vacation somewhere else.
Don't forget about the deposit on top of the resort fees😐👀
Yes, thanks for sharing!
With the American dollar is over 30% higher then Canadian dollar and now I have to deal with resort fees !Vegas is now way too expensive for me. Tired of being ripped off!
I am really getting sick of all the made up fees. I go to Vegas 2-4 times a year but I am thinking of paring that down to 1-2 times a year and choosing another destination going forward. I hate feeling like I am being fee'd to death.
Tourist staying at MGM : Excuse me sir /mam ? Do you work here ?
MGM employee : Yes I do
Tourist : Can you tell or point the way to the pool ?
MGM Employee : That will be 5 dollars in cash or 10 dollars added to you room as a service charge
I've noticed off strip that some restaurants are now charging you more if you pay by credit card. Even my cheap Chinese restaurant asks "will that be cash or credit" before giving me the total now. Is this also happening on the strip?
Alexxa C&E fee? Again, I just lower the percentage I tip? Before anyone says I'm just punishing staff: it's my money. Besides remember when tipping was 10%? It's been creeping up 15% then 20%, there's some that even suggest 24%.
These sneaky fees are the reason why I would rather go to a local casino near my home and get comp rooms with no resort fees and no taxes, sure it’s not the glitz and glam of Vegas, but at least I don’t have to give up a kidney to enjoy my self. Corporate Greed.
LV needs to learn to build fees into the price like the rest of the world.
Also, to save money, you can refill your water bottles at the gyms of most hotels for free, instead of paying eight dollars a bottle