robert leighton

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Single guy from the Pittsburgh Pa area. Enjoy traveling for fun, adventure, sight seeing, learning, new experiences. I have been to England and Wales 10 times. Now I vacation in Las Vegas, go exploring to the Grand Canyon, Hoover Dam, Death Valley. And the casinos!!



Travel Blog Posts


MGM Grand is Grand

Published: August 17th 2008North America » United States » Nevada » Las Vegas
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August 17th 2008

During my last visit to Las Vegas I stayed the first three nights at the new Palazzo. The second three night of my stay were at the MGM Grand in the Grand Tower rooms. I arrived a bit early so my room was not available when I checked in. I used the invited guest line which was not very long to wait for service. I checked my luggage till my room was ready. The bell desk is close to the check in desks, so all very easy and quick. A couple hours later my room was ready. The elevator for the Grand Tower rooms is just around the corner from the front lobby or through the area where the MGM Lion progressive slots are located. I have heard from other people about how large the MGM ... read more



Palazzo is Grand

Published: August 17th 2008North America » United States » Nevada » Las Vegas
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August 17th 2008

Palazzo is Grand The new Palazzo is a grand and elegant hotel. The rooms are very similar to the rooms at the Venetian. The separate areas for the bedroom and living room give the room a feeling of great space. Very nice to unwind and relax doing the busy days. With a large screen tv in both areas, and a smaller tv in the bathroom, your game is always on. The bed was very comfortable with very nice soft linens and pillows. The bathroom is very large and with all the amenities you would need. However the mini bar is priced beyond belief. They charge $5.00 for a soda, $8.00 for a candy bar!!! And the beer and wine are much more! Makes the walk for a snack seem well worth it. The lobby was very ... read more






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