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Favorite Movie or TV Show Set in Sin City? Win Gather Points

September 30, 2008 01:19 PM EDT (Updated: October 07, 2008 02:27 PM EDT)
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Today's Travel Spotlight: Las Vegas may be known as the "Entertainment Capital of the World" for its casinos and night life, but it is also the setting for several movies and television shows. Just a few famous movies and TV shows set in Sin City include:

  • Ocean's Eleven
  • Rain Man
  • Criss Angel Mindfreak
  • Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas
  • CSI

What is your favorite TV show or movie set in Las Vegas? If you had a chance to visit the city, what would be your dream vacation?

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Comments: 76

t b. Sep 30, 2008, 1:21pm EDT
Ocean's Eleven is my favorite movie set in Las Vegas!
t b. Sep 30, 2008, 1:25pm EDT
There were some excellent rates listed.
Marianne R. Sep 30, 2008, 1:25pm EDT
Oceans 11 and Oceans 13 (12 sucked) are the ones that come to mind first. But I really enjoyed that new movie What Happens in Vegas too.
Marianne R. Sep 30, 2008, 1:25pm EDT
I'd love to stay at the Bellagio cause I never have stayed there before.
♠~Dnbuster~♠ ~. Sep 30, 2008, 1:27pm EDT
my fav would be going to the CSI set and the best deal for me would be rates from $490 Quick spa getaways with top hotels, flight. who could pass that up.
I've spent over a month in Las Vegas.. seen the sun come up there many a time... My favorite even if it is pretty dated these days is VEGA$ with Robert Urich.
That month was a week at a time over several years.
Christine Zibas Sep 30, 2008, 1:39pm EDT
I'd love the Paris Casino deal for $90; I've heard that the restaurants there are pretty good (from a friend who stayed there). My favorite movie set in Vegas is the Academy Award winning performance of Nicholas Cage in "Leaving Las Vegas." It's a bit grim, but compelling.
Valerie Roars Sep 30, 2008, 1:44pm EDT
Bellagio :)
CSI :)
Amber M. Sep 30, 2008, 1:45pm EDT
Criss Angel Mindfreak
Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas
Tina L. Sep 30, 2008, 1:46pm EDT
We were in vegas in July and it was awesome we stayed at Circus Circus only because it had the kids adventure dome, next time we will stay at Treasure Island. I would love to see the set of CSI!
April H. Sep 30, 2008, 1:47pm EDT
I would choose the Vegas 4-nt vacations with one night free for $219. That $25 resort credit and 15% off spa services at MGM Grand Hotel and Casino sounds fabulous.

My favorite TV show set in Vegas "The Lie is Cast " A drama set in Las Vegas and follows the life of a surveillance expert and the work he does for a group of casinos

My favorite movie set in LAs Vegas is Indecent Proposal with Demi Moore & Robert Redfored but a close second is Ocean's Eleven with the famed Rat PAck of the 1960's
Stephannie H. Sep 30, 2008, 1:48pm EDT
Oceans Eleven
April H. Sep 30, 2008, 1:51pm EDT
Definitely Ocean's Eleven!

Vegas 4-nt trip at 5-star Palazzo w/flight sounds like a great trip - I've never been to Vegas before!
Mary G. Sep 30, 2008, 2:01pm EDT
CSI

Caesars Palace Las Vegas, NV its 15 minutes from the airport and think I could deal with the heat that long. Cost $120 a night
Mary G. Sep 30, 2008, 2:02pm EDT
I have been to Las Vegas several times and it was over 110 in the shade.
Peter Joseph Swanson Sep 30, 2008, 2:03pm EDT
The brutal but brilliant Casino.
Rita j. Sep 30, 2008, 2:05pm EDT
Ocean's Eleven
Bellagio.....I could use a little opulance and the price is good, leaving me more money to lose in the casinos. I too like the setting of Indecent Proposal, and as far as TV show goes, none better for the feel of city than VEGA$.
Bridget ♥ Sep 30, 2008, 3:10pm EDT
CSI and Las Vegas
Vikki M. Sep 30, 2008, 3:22pm EDT
Ocean's Eleven was an awesome movie! I've never been to Vegas myself, but I love Atlantic City and I hear that Vegas is even more wonderful. I'd love to go one day and see all the sights and do a bit of gambling. I wouldn't need a big room to stay in because 99% of the time I'd be too busy wandering around and trying to take in as much of the place as I could.
Laura C. Sep 30, 2008, 3:34pm EDT
I'd love to visit Circus Circus in Vegas. My favorite show set there would have to be CSI, but a close second is Las vegas. I love all shows and movies that are set there.
Janet "Jax" B. Sep 30, 2008, 3:51pm EDT
Quick Las Vegas getaways w/flight & 3-nts : I have kids, so I couldn't leave them for long...LOL

My favorite show would definately be CSI.
Leah A. Sep 30, 2008, 3:56pm EDT
I think my favorite T.V. show set in Vegas is CSI. I think I would go with the 4 night trip where I would stay in the 5-star Palazzo in Vegas. This package includes my flight and it starts at $370.
Fern Cohen Sep 30, 2008, 4:18pm EDT
The Palazzo package would be my fave! Italian for "palace"-- my cup of tea.
As for Las Vegas movies, here is an oldie for you "Viva Las Vegas" with Elvis and Ann-Margaret!
or how about "Indecent Proposal" with Demi Moore, Woody Harrelson, and Robert Redford, "The Godfather" Part II, and "Leaving Las Vegas" with Nicholas Cage and Elizabeth Shue"!
wendy O. Sep 30, 2008, 4:55pm EDT
WOW april, you know your way around :) my neighbor LUVs las vegas :) (never been and don't gamble, but LUV food myself) :) i would have to go w/rain man, have watched CSI a few times, but usually on this box when it is airing LOL
kelldogg ! Sep 30, 2008, 4:59pm EDT
CSI
kelldogg ! Sep 30, 2008, 4:59pm EDT
Ocean's 11
kelldogg ! Sep 30, 2008, 5:00pm EDT
Honeymoon In Vegas
kelldogg ! Sep 30, 2008, 5:00pm EDT
Vegas Vacation
kelldogg ! Sep 30, 2008, 5:01pm EDT
What Happens In Vegas


I think that's all the ones I like set in the Sin City but I'll have to think harder on it!
Amanda J. Sep 30, 2008, 5:02pm EDT
I like CSI
kelldogg ! Sep 30, 2008, 5:03pm EDT
this would be my fave deal!

rates from $370
Vegas 4-nt trip at 5-star Palazzo w/flight

Major Provider Ending: 10/16/2008
Heather ~of the Whippets~ M. Sep 30, 2008, 5:05pm EDT
"The Stand" is one of my favorites set in Las Vegas. What better setting for a major showdown than Sin City?

I'm not certain what my ultimate Vegas vacation would be. I think that it would just be fun to go check out the city, in general.
David C. Sep 30, 2008, 5:29pm EDT
I don't remember the name of the movie but Nick Cage was in it. A plane full of prisoners crashed into a hotel in Vegas. What was the name of the movie?????????
donna f. Sep 30, 2008, 5:40pm EDT
The only time I was in Vegas, I was 17, and had to babysit my niece while the folks hit the casinos & shows. My dream vacation to Vegas would include staying at the Bellagio, or actually any one of the better hotels, hitting the casinos with enough cash to not have to worry about losing, and having enough time to take in some of the actual surrounding attractions, such as Hoover Dam, and the natural wonders of the desert. My favorite movie from the city had to be "Vegas Vacation"...the last good "Vacation" flick before the franchise went seriously stale. Who can forget Christy Brinkley in the pool...
mary bryant Sep 30, 2008, 6:12pm EDT
CSI definitely tops the list
Dagmara H. Sep 30, 2008, 6:42pm EDT
CSI
meg pattinson Sep 30, 2008, 6:45pm EDT
CSI for sure ! it's been one of my absolute favorites since it came out back in 2000. i actually wanted to be a forensic scientist for awhile before i started working at a childcare center !
Hilary O. Sep 30, 2008, 6:58pm EDT
CSI is my favorite show in this town. Didn't at least part of Con Air take place In Las Vegas?
Barb W. Sep 30, 2008, 7:33pm EDT
Ocean's Eleven rocks!

My dream vacation in Las Vegas would be the honeymoon we didn't take :) It would be fun to stay in a honeymoon suite, catch some Las Vegas shows, and let my hubby have fun at the blackjack tables while I pretend to be his good luck charm LOL
Donald M. Sep 30, 2008, 7:41pm EDT
CSI Los Vegas
j - Frugal Mom - r. Sep 30, 2008, 7:46pm EDT
I just watched What Happens In Vegas... this weekend, and I think this is going to be my favorite.
JoAnn C. Sep 30, 2008, 7:50pm EDT
My favorite shows are CSI and Vega$

Favorite movie - Vegas Vacation
Mc Lovin - Loves to rate. Sep 30, 2008, 7:50pm EDT
Wow 4 night trip at 5 start resport would be my choice and fav. Since having kids when has my marriage been pampered, psst never. :-) Would be fun.

Oceans 11 - really a "smart" guy movie, plus it would be fun!
Chris E. Sep 30, 2008, 8:15pm EDT
I have two that I am surprised that nobody has mentioned my favorite would probably be

Crime Story It was on the air from 1986 - 1988 starring Dennis Farina among other known actors.

I also liked Vegas - which aired from 1978 - 1981 and stared one of my favorite actors Robert Urich.
Chris E. Sep 30, 2008, 8:17pm EDT
As far as the dream vacation. I think I would just like to take in the sites of the surrounding areas visit friends I have living there and of course play a little poker and win a lot of money!
Chris E. Sep 30, 2008, 8:22pm EDT
If i have to choose a deal from the site I think I would go wit the Bellagio deal.
Teresa W. Sep 30, 2008, 8:37pm EDT
I think CSI and the vacation in Las Vegas would be the the autumn rates at the Bellagio deal
Trish A. Sep 30, 2008, 8:44pm EDT
I would love the quick Las Vegas trip for $209 which includes airfare and 3 nights. It would be perfect for my husband and I to slip away to see his grandmother!

My all-time favorite movie scene in Las Vegas is Rainman!
Kerrell g. Sep 30, 2008, 9:15pm EDT
Friends - The One Where Rachel and Ross tied the knot!
Lesli B. Sep 30, 2008, 9:28pm EDT
Leaving Las Vegas
Evette J. Sep 30, 2008, 10:03pm EDT
I have two Las Vegas shot at the fake Casino called The Montecito Hotel, and CSI
Laura Cushing Sep 30, 2008, 10:04pm EDT
Viva Las Vegas!
Christine Zibas Sep 30, 2008, 10:12pm EDT
April, I have been to the spa at MGM Grand. It is really nice.
Honeymoon in Vegas - All those parachuting Elvises (Elvi?) !!
Ms. Meacham: Money Maven Oct 1, 2008, 2:35am EDT
I spied the hotel sale for $32 per night in Vegas at AOL Travel right away. It turns out that Travelocity, one of AOL's travel partners, honoring "the return of our favorite TV show The Amazing Race this Fall," and as such has launched its "biggest sale ever!" Over 4,000 deals on hotels, resorts, and cruises until Oct. 31 on this promotion. I'll definitely be subscribing to fare alerts!

Meanwhile, speaking of Vegas, I'm a big fan of the television series by the same name. "Vegas" the television series is a fun way to get in on the casino action -- without losing a dime.
Ms. Meacham: Money Maven Oct 1, 2008, 2:36am EDT
P.S. It's 11:36 p.m. here in Portland. Not Wednesday yet, but still time for me to go to bed. ; )
☆ ƒåitĥ ☆ Oct 1, 2008, 4:23am EDT
I know I'm too late for my comment to be included for the chance to win points, but I wanted to say that Casino & Heat were both awesome movies! I can't believe more people didn't mention those ones.

How can you go wrong with Al Pacino, Robert De Niro & Val Kilmer in Heat or Robert De Niro, Sharon Stone & Joe Pesci in Casino?
Ellie J. Oct 1, 2008, 6:07am EDT
Casino!
sheila ~the hapless housewife~ j. Oct 1, 2008, 6:55am EDT
CSI!
Au F. Oct 1, 2008, 10:24am EDT
CSI is pretty sweet but i love ocean's eleven !
Samantha H. Oct 1, 2008, 11:08am EDT
What Happens in Vegas. Soo funny!
HEIDI F. Oct 1, 2008, 1:08pm EDT
I really liked Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas.
Probably the Simpsons episode where Homer got married.

Leaving Las Vegas was pretty good.
donna h. Oct 1, 2008, 2:19pm EDT
Years ago...the series : Vegas with Rober Ulrich..I smiled everytime I heard the coins coming down!!
DiAnA D. Oct 1, 2008, 4:03pm EDT
Honeymoon in Vegas!!
Andrea (Ms. Conservative) L. Oct 1, 2008, 6:41pm EDT
I love CSI! And the best deal I like is the Quick Las Vegas getaways with flight & 3 nights from $209. I think that would be enough time in the sin city for my husband and me.
Elizabeth V. Oct 1, 2008, 8:23pm EDT
Rain Man
Chelsea R. Oct 1, 2008, 11:59pm EDT
ohh tough! i love oceans eleven, its clever, funny ect. but CSI is also one of my favorite shows..hmm..

i think im going with CSI...i think is just really neat and i love all the scientific terms haha im a dork!
Stefanie Plum, Gather Partner Team Oct 2, 2008, 11:44am EDT
Ocean's Eleven would have to be my favorite film set in Vegas.

Ms. Meacham: Money Maven was drawn for the 50 Gather Points. Enjoy the points!
Patricia G. Oct 2, 2008, 5:25pm EDT
I'm too late for the contest, but Pay-It-Forward was a great movie, too. I forgot it was set in Vegas before I looked it up.
Bryan "That 80's Dude" B. Oct 2, 2008, 5:43pm EDT
I loved the old 80s show "Crime Story" starring Dennis Farina. Not many people remember that show but I loved watching after Maimi Vice on USA. Any of those packages appeal to me since I have never been but want to go. Sadly money is the factor that keeps me from going. Maybe next year!
Amanda "middle of nowhere" C. Oct 2, 2008, 8:04pm EDT
Leaving Las Vegas is too gory for me. I do like CSI.

I've already won my dream sin city vacation, courtesy of gather. Last December, I won the "World's Biggest Barry Manilow contest" which included a full ninety-minutes listening to the world's sexiest man!
Brandy Mobley Oct 3, 2008, 8:22am EDT
Csi, and the show Las Vegas both great
Cecilia Lyne Oct 14, 2008, 11:21am EDT
CSI ~ I have never been to Vegas.

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