Hey it's Keith Kravitz and this is Helicopter Weekend Update!
Fall and winter are convention season in Las Vegas. In other words, everyone who's got a meeting is in Vegas from October through January. That means lots of business folks will be booking
tours.
How does that affect you?
Means flights will sell out in advance. if you're thinking of doing a tour, I strongly recommend you RSVP well ahead of time.
The weather is absolutely stellar as I write this update. And I expect it to hold up in both Las Vegas and South Rim through New Year's Day.
I'm no weatherman but based on my experience I'm very confident with this prediction.
FYI - We just cut the number of available tours during fall/winter. I wish we didn't as we still sell out. Hopefully, we'll get this sorted out and increase the number of departures. Until then, plan accordingly.
Type of Tour
There are two kinds of helicopter tours: Air-only and landing. Unsure which is best for you? Read this article...
Sunset Tours
As good as that sounds, there's something you need to be aware of: Flights are selling out. In particular, the sunset bottom landing picnic tour from Las Vegas. This one is "unavailable" weeks in advance. If you are serious about booking it, you need to buy it three weeks ahead of time. Click here to see if it's available...
Skywalk
This Skywalk helicopter tour is simply bustling and the reviews I've been getting are super positive. The only caveat about this tour is when to do it. I always recommend in the a.m. (if there are seats left!) because the West Rim is hot and to really take it all in you
want to be mobile so please consider this. Final note: No, you can't take pictures while on the Skywalk. I hate this condition. But that's how it is. Fortunately, there are photographers who will take your picture for you.
Air-Only (No Landing)
Everything I've read tells me the American economy is strong. I'll take it.
Ironically, I've been getting a ton of people asking for the cheapest tour available. They must be spending more in Vegas on food, drink and gaming than on attractions. Hey, whatever floats your boat. In this situation, I recommend taking the air-only flight. It's the cheapest option but, man, you get to see a lot of stuff. Go here for more info on this tour...
Champagne Picnic
The #1 most popular tour is still the bottom-landing Champagne Picnic tour. I've been waiting for another tour to de-throne
it but clearly that's not going to happen. What makes it so popular? Value! This tour combines flying over Lake Mead, Hoover Dam and the Colorado River w/ a bottom-landing. Moreover, the tour is only available from Las Vegas and going below the rim can only happen at the Weste Rim. I definitely recommend you try it...
Las Vegas South Rim Plane
I want to point out that you can't take a helicopter to the South Rim. It can't be done because it's too far. The only way to do an air tour from LV to the South Rim is by plane. The flight over takes just 60
minutes. Considering how quick you get there, I'm shocked that people either drive or take the bus 5.5 hours ONE WAY to reach it. To each his own, I guess. Me, I'll be taking this airplane tour every time until cars turn into
rockets.
NEED A TOUR?
Reply back to this message if you need to buy a tour by telling me:
*From Las Vegas or South Rim?
*Day and month you want to do a tour
*The kind of tour you want
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Have a great day!
