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BrokenAlice
Joined: 22 Apr 2008 Posts: 16
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Posted: May Thu 15, 2008 11:49 am Post subject: T-7 days |
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I'll be landing in Reno for the very first time in just one week.
Any last minute notes of advice for this Reno newbie? Anything I just shouldn't miss? Places I just gotta eat?
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stan_allen
Joined: 19 Dec 2005 Posts: 1129
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Posted: May Thu 15, 2008 11:56 am Post subject: Awfully Awful |
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The Awful Awful burger would be the one crowning item you are not supposed to leave Reno without having consumed.
It's in the Nugget on Virginia Street - you may already have been counseled on this one, but it's quintessential Reno. |
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remano
Joined: 20 Dec 2005 Posts: 717
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Posted: May Thu 15, 2008 2:16 pm Post subject: |
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If you like Italian cuisine don't miss La Famiglia on E. First St. at Lake St., on the downtown side of the river across from the Siena. It's small and popular so reservations are usually necessary. |
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john Site Admin
Joined: 17 Dec 2005 Posts: 1181
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Posted: May Thu 15, 2008 2:50 pm Post subject: Don't miss places |
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Be sure to check out Shooters. If you like old cars, try the National Auto Museum (discount coupon available on visitreno.com) There's a pretty nice planetarium on the UNR campus with shows almost daily. Stroll along the River Walk downtown and try to get by Rancho San Rafael. "Real Magic" at the Magic Underground beneath Pioneer Theater for the Performing Arts - Kalin and Jinger are world class magicians. If you like real thrills, ride the 160' tall swing at the Grand Sierra. |
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alison
Joined: 09 Jan 2006 Posts: 1152
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Posted: May Thu 15, 2008 3:10 pm Post subject: |
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Shooter, lovely Shooters. Great, are you trying to scare her away from Reno John?
Definetley stop by my home away from home, The Pep! |
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RenoLady
Joined: 23 Feb 2006 Posts: 316
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Posted: May Thu 15, 2008 3:20 pm Post subject: |
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I know it sounds like I'm pimping Cal-Neva, but ya gotta see this too.
Don't be put off by its age, smells or customers; circle the many pits, in the different buildings/floors, and note the $3 and $5 minimums AND the favorable rules associated.
Check out the sports room and specials, ALL the eateries and good deals. They really are all pretty good.
The gambling conditions are one of the things that separate it from that "other" Nevada city down south...... |
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stan_allen
Joined: 19 Dec 2005 Posts: 1129
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Posted: May Thu 15, 2008 3:57 pm Post subject: Cal-Neva, Always! |
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I absolutely have to chime in commending RenoLady's pick, 'cuz it's spot-on.
<Commend>
Cal-Neva Rocks!
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CaSwede
Joined: 28 Feb 2006 Posts: 866
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Posted: May Thu 15, 2008 5:13 pm Post subject: |
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Well let's see..... First an Awful Awful burger, and then head over to the 160' swing and finish it off with a trip to Shooters.
You might be sending the gal home via ambulance. |
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BC Dave Site Admin
Joined: 18 Dec 2005 Posts: 1598
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Posted: May Fri 16, 2008 12:02 am Post subject: Shush now |
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CaSwede ,you're giving away the ending! |
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BrokenAlice
Joined: 22 Apr 2008 Posts: 16
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Posted: May Fri 16, 2008 5:55 am Post subject: |
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Thanks everyone. I don't know about getting on any sort of terrifying swing after a gigantic burger, but I'm sure I'll have fun no matter what I end up doing. I'll post a full TR when I return. |
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alison
Joined: 09 Jan 2006 Posts: 1152
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Posted: May Fri 16, 2008 7:38 am Post subject: |
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Me and my old age forget where you said you were staying? |
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BrokenAlice
Joined: 22 Apr 2008 Posts: 16
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Posted: May Fri 16, 2008 9:25 am Post subject: |
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I'm staying at Harrah's thanks to a generous comp. |
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alison
Joined: 09 Jan 2006 Posts: 1152
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Posted: May Fri 16, 2008 9:54 am Post subject: |
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nice. Be sure to let me know how the room is. Which tower are you in? East or West? I am thinking of staying there one night, just to be downtown. |
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BrokenAlice
Joined: 22 Apr 2008 Posts: 16
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Posted: May Fri 16, 2008 11:05 am Post subject: |
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I'll let you know which one I'm in after I return. I think I'm in East, but with the comp who knows... Either way, it's my first trip to Reno and I am very excited. |
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alison
Joined: 09 Jan 2006 Posts: 1152
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Posted: May Fri 16, 2008 11:09 am Post subject: |
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If you have not done so yet, you should register your total rewards card online thru Harrhas site.
It keeps you posted on any upcoming offers and lets you know your point balance.
I was not showing as having any offers, but when i logged in and tried to reserve a room "just to see' it came up comped.
Just a fyi......
Have fun! How many days will you be there? |
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