Twelve GN'R shows in Vegas (10/31 - 11/24)

[GNR4L]

It will be cool how this whole residency is set up, with the HRH being GnR themed, as well as it being Vegas and how crazy it will get.  I'm not so concerned about the set-list cause I pretty much love every song, I just wish I could make more than one show.  For me this is a once in a lifetime event... If anyone is on the fence about not going cause of the same set-list as the last legs of the tour, your going to miss something special.  Get tix and go ! or you will regret it.

[Derby Greg]

If there is anyone planning on going to one or more shows from the UK, can you give me a shout please.

Crunching the numbers and pretty optimistic about getting out to Vegas, would be cool to swap plan ideas.

GREG

[cotis]

Anyone can tell me what's the difference between Orchesta seating tickets and GA? which one will get this ass closer to the front row?

Orchestra seating gets you a ticket in a seat (behind the GA section).

GA floor standing room is closest to the stage.

 so its not gonna be like NYE where the whole floor was GA and there was no seats

I'm just going by what I've read online about it... not 100% sure.

[JeffK]

I've seen gnr quite a few times, but the last time was at the end of 2009 during their Canadian tour, so I've never seen them perform civil war and don't cry...2 of my all time favorites. So I really hope those 2 songs remain a constant in the setlist. As for the setlist as a whole I personally hope it stays the same because since they added estranged, civil war and don't cry I think it's the perfect setlist. The only change I would make is take out Madagascar and put in TWAT! I don't normally say this living in Canada but can summer hurry up and be over so November can be here as quick as possible!

[imcrazy]

I think it would be great if they added a few songs from Illusions and CD but switched up the setlist every other night.  I think a lot of us die-hards will be going to multiple shows. 

[JeffK]

Does anyone know how ticket sales are going so far?

[grog mug]

I remember going to the show at the "old" joint on Dec. 29, 2001 in GA and have done General Admission almost everytime since, but this time I noticed the joint offers VIP tables for this event, in which I reserved a table with four chairs. They are only about 35-40 more per ticket to get a table. The only thing I'm worried about is the view of the concert, or where the tables are placed it won't sound or look as good from that vantage point. Has anyone ever done something like this or know anything about the joint and the VIP Section 305 area..I hear its great, but would love to hear some opinions on the matter. THANK YOU in advance!

[axlrosegnr]

I remember going to the show at the "old" joint on Dec. 29, 2001 in GA and have done General Admission almost everytime since, but this time I noticed the joint offers VIP tables for this event, in which I reserved a table with four chairs. They are only about 35-40 more per ticket to get a table. The only thing I'm worried about is the view of the concert, or where the tables are placed it won't sound or look as good from that vantage point. Has anyone ever done something like this or know anything about the joint and the VIP Section 305 area..I hear its great, but would love to hear some opinions on the matter. THANK YOU in advance!

You'll be fine. The tables are located right against the rail, so you won't have to worry about anyone being in front of you. So you'll be really close, just kinda looking down on the stage. The only place I don't recommend is on the third level on the other side from where you are. There's no tables there, it's just GA, so unless your on the rail, you can't see anything because of the people in front of you. I got stuck with that once for a different show, and I couldn't see a thing..luckily they had a bar up there so I just drank and listened. Haha.

Here's a pic, and I circled where you'll be.

[hitmanhart408]

I remember going to the show at the "old" joint on Dec. 29, 2001 in GA and have done General Admission almost everytime since, but this time I noticed the joint offers VIP tables for this event, in which I reserved a table with four chairs. They are only about 35-40 more per ticket to get a table. The only thing I'm worried about is the view of the concert, or where the tables are placed it won't sound or look as good from that vantage point. Has anyone ever done something like this or know anything about the joint and the VIP Section 305 area..I hear its great, but would love to hear some opinions on the matter. THANK YOU in advance!

You'll be fine. The tables are located right against the rail, so you won't have to worry about anyone being in front of you. So you'll be really close, just kinda looking down on the stage. The only place I don't recommend is on the third level on the other side from where you are. There's no tables there, it's just GA, so unless your on the rail, you can't see anything because of the people in front of you. I got stuck with that once for a different show, and I couldn't see a thing..luckily they had a bar up there so I just drank and listened. Haha.

Here's a pic, and I circled where you'll be.

interesting. Is there a minimum # of people for reserving a table? Can I reserve a table for two?

[axlrosegnr]

interesting. Is there a minimum # of people for reserving a table? Can I reserve a table for two?

I don't think so. I think each "seat" at a table is treated as exactly that. You can get two seats at a table, but then you'll be sitting at the same table with people you don't know.

[hitmanhart408]

interesting. Is there a minimum # of people for reserving a table? Can I reserve a table for two?

I don't think so. I think each "seat" at a table is treated as exactly that. You can get two seats at a table, but then you'll be sitting at the same table with people you don't know.

I see. Thanks for the info. I may want to look into that. It would be cool to have a table seat and be able to relax the second night if I get GA (hopefully up front) the first night

[axlrosegnr]

interesting. Is there a minimum # of people for reserving a table? Can I reserve a table for two?

I don't think so. I think each "seat" at a table is treated as exactly that. You can get two seats at a table, but then you'll be sitting at the same table with people you don't know.

I see. Thanks for the info. I may want to look into that. It would be cool to have a table seat and be able to relax the second night if I get GA (hopefully up front) the first night

I just looked for a table on ticketmaster, and yeah, it appears there's 4 seats to a table, and your table is assigned, but your seat is not. It's first come first serve. So if there's two of you, make sure you get there before the other two people.

[grog mug]

Anyone have any suggestions on where to buy airfare?  How is everyone paying for roundtrip tickets?  I am coming from Louisville, KY and everything is over $400.00 for roundtrip airfare.  Thank you in advance.

[axlrosegnr]

Anyone have any suggestions on where to buy airfare?  How is everyone paying for roundtrip tickets?  I am coming from Louisville, KY and everything is over $400.00 for roundtrip airfare.  Thank you in advance.

I looked and looked, couldn't find anything cheap. Even checked cities somewhat close. The cheapest I found was $330 out of Indianapolis, but I suppose the two hour dive each way isn't worth the $70. Sign up for www.airfarewatchdog.com. You put your location in, then a couple times a week you'll get an email with the lowest fares and deals/promotions the airlines are running. Fares change constantly, so just keep looking. Buy on a Tuesday or Wednesday too.

[JeffK]

I was searching high and low for good deals from Canada but everything was between 400 and 500 bucks and I was getting a bit frustrated...but then I remembered about my airmiles that I've never used. Turns out I had enough saved for 2 round trips. And as far as hotels, the cheapest I could find was Excalibur...super cheap prices compared to everywhere else I checked. Would've loved to stay at the hard rock but excalibur's prices were just to good to pass up. Plus they're the only hotel that keeps their entire pool with all of it's services open through the winter months...just an extra bonus.

[GNR4L]

I was searching high and low for good deals from Canada but everything was between 400 and 500 bucks and I was getting a bit frustrated...but then I remembered about my airmiles that I've never used. Turns out I had enough saved for 2 round trips. And as far as hotels, the cheapest I could find was Excalibur...super cheap prices compared to everywhere else I checked. Would've loved to stay at the hard rock but excalibur's prices were just to good to pass up. Plus they're the only hotel that keeps their entire pool with all of it's services open through the winter months...just an extra bonus.

Check out Bills Gambling Hall and Flamingo.  They should have cheap rates, Excalibur will charge u a resort fee each night you stay.  I'm staying at Flamingo and they don't charge resort fees.  My hotel was a little over 150 but I'm going Thanksgiving weekend.  Cab fare may be more then say Excalibur but it beats the resort fees MGM properties charge.

[hunter80]

If you're looking for airfare+hotel+car I would recommend Expedia. I have been going to Vegas for job interviews and staying for a few days checking out houses too. My combined package is usually under $500 from Portland. Orbitz and Travelocity are also good places to check out for prices. Vegas.com is killer too.

Also, Downtown hotels are cheaper and you have the Fremont Experience, STREATS, First Friday, Rock of Ages is coming.... I recommend the Plaza Hotel and Casino as well as the El Cortez. If you want more glitz on the main part of the strip I can say the LVH, Flamingo, Cosmopolitan and Trump are really nice and you can walk to tons of things.

VEGAS RESIDENCY STARTS NOW!

[JeffK]

I checked the flamingo and for the 5 nights that we're there and after the $15 per day resort fee at the Excalibur, the flamingo works out to be a total of $5 cheaper or $1 per night.

[axlrosegnr]

If you're looking for airfare+hotel+car I would recommend Expedia. I have been going to Vegas for job interviews and staying for a few days checking out houses too. My combined package is usually under $500 from Portland. Orbitz and Travelocity are also good places to check out for prices. Vegas.com is killer too.

Also, Downtown hotels are cheaper and you have the Fremont Experience, STREATS, First Friday, Rock of Ages is coming.... I recommend the Plaza Hotel and Casino as well as the El Cortez. If you want more glitz on the main part of the strip I can say the LVH, Flamingo, Cosmopolitan and Trump are really nice and you can walk to tons of things.

VEGAS RESIDENCY STARTS NOW!

Definitely stay downtown. So much more fun, so much cheaper. Whenever I have friends or family come into town, I try my hardest to talk them out of going to the strip.

For those of you coming in for Gn'R and don't plan on going anywhere else, Terrible'S Hotel and Casino is right across the street from the Hard Rock, and much cheaper.
http://www.terriblescasinos.com/

[GNFNR1987]

I got so lucky on Thursday.  KOMP 92.3, the local rock station in Las Vegas, gave out  a pair of tickets and I won.