CES Rookie


I've been to Las Vegas four times for various reasons (hockey tournaments, golf vacations, stag) Although I've been interested in high quality audio systems for 25 years, believe it or not I've never attended a CES. This will be my first and I'm sure looking forward to it but could use some advice. I registered, that much is done. I tentatively booked flights to arrive in Las Vegas on Wednesday the 8th of January and fly out on the Saturday morning. Is two days enough time to soak up the two-channel goodies? I'm thinking I may be in overload after two days but I may be wrong. I'm thinking of booking the Best Western Hotel @ $75/night, is this a bad choice? Is it fair to say there are good deals to be had, buying up demo units etc. at the show? Finally, are any of you planning on getting together while at CES? Thanks, Jeff
jeffloistarca

Showing 1 response by douglikesaudio

Jeff, previous posters are right--tough to do all the high end audio stuff in two days, but you will have fun trying! There are two "outboard" high end venues, and I recommend you visit both to see all the goodies.

As for accomodations, casinos can be pricey but there's no substitue for being on the strip in the middle of the action. I prefer the Mirage or Venetian, but there are lots of good ones. Call the casino directly and ask if they have a "casino rate", this is something reserved for players. If you game, there are many special deals, but the "casino rate" is most commonly available to new players. If you don't game, try asking for a "show rate". The $75/night figure may be hard to touch on the strip with a good hotel/casino without these discounts.

Cornfedboy, have you tried Nobu?