International FAQ

1. How long is the flight from London? What airlines fly direct?
2. What airlines fly direct from Europe?
3. Can I book my travel through your web site?
4. Is it cheaper to take an indirect flight?
5. I’m not staying at Mandalay Bay – How far away is it from other hotels?
6. What other hotel can I book besides the Mandalay Bay?
7. What is the cost of a taxi to the Mandalay from the airport? How long does it take?
8. I have never been to Las Vegas before, what is the Mandalay Bay like, and what can I do besides gamble?
9. I need to book a restaurant for my team. Can you suggest any local places?
10. What will the weather be like in June?
11. Do I have to register and pay in advance for the licensing university or can I do that on the day?
12. If I don’t pre register is there a charge onsite?
13. Is there a business centre at the exhibition?
14. Is there wi-fi?

1. How long is the flight from London? What airlines fly direct?

A direct flight from London to Las Vegas is about 10 – 11 hours.

Direct flights are from Gatwick on Virgin Atlantic, Manchester on British Midland and from Heathrow on British Airways. You can also travel via Dallas/Fort Worth, Los Angeles, Boston or Chicago. This takes 14 -15 hours including stopover

Distance:
The distance between London, England and Las Vegas, Nevada is 5235 miles (8424 km).

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2. What airlines fly direct from Europe?

American Airlines, Air Canada, British Airways, Continental Airlines, Delta, Thomas Cook, United and Virgin Atlantic all fly direct into Las Vegas. Most searches will turn up travel via Dallas/Fort Worth, Los Angeles, Boston or Chicago. You can also fly into New York or Chicago to access Southwest Airlines, Jet Blue, Frontier and other low-cost carriers that fly inexpensively into Las Vegas.

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3. Can I book my travel through your web site?

Yes, visit www.licensingexpo.com for travel and housing information.

We are also pleased to introduce you to our new international travel desk for the Licensing International Expo – E.S.A. Voyages. As an important participant in the show, we want to make travel to Las Vegas easy and painless for you. 



To review their special show packages or to book your travel for the show, please contact:


E.S.A. Voyages

8 Rue de Malabry

F-92350 Le Plessis Robinson France

(33) 1 41 28 13 00

Fax: (33) 1 46 32 66 21

Email: esa@esavoyages.fr

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4. Is it cheaper to take an indirect flight?
In general, yes, indirect flights will be less expensive than direct flights. Most searches will turn up travel via Dallas/Fort Worth, Los Angeles, Boston or Chicago. You can also fly into New York or Chicago to access Southwest Airlines, Jet Blue, Frontier and other low-cost carriers that fly inexpensively into Las Vegas.

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5. I’m not staying at Mandalay Bay – How far away is it from:

Excalibur – 2 blocks (about a 20 minute walk)
Luxor – 1 block (about a 10 minute walk)
MGM Grand – 6 blocks (about a 20 minute walk)
New York, New York – 0.9 miles (about a 25 minute walk)

Other transportation options are:
Taxis:
Taxis run regularly throughout the city and between hotels. The fares start at $3.30 for initial activation of taximeter, plus $0.20 for each additional 1/12th mile. Waiting time is $30.00 per hour. Some locations may have minimums or extra fees. Most taxis in Las Vegas do not accept credit cards as payment.

Mandalay Bay-Excalibur Tram
This monorail’s route varies based on what hotel you start at. If you start at the Excalibur main station, the monorail will take you directly to Mandalay Bay – about a 3-minute trip. If you start from Mandalay Bay, you will stop at the Luxor and then the Excalibur – about a 7-minute trip. It is in operation 24 hours a day, and trains leave every 3-7 minutes.

The Las Vegas Monorail (MGM Grand to Sahara)
The Las Vegas Monorail runs from the MGM Grand to the Sahara hotel. The route has seven stations: MGM Grand, Bally’s / Paris, Flamingo, Harrah’s / Imperial Palace, Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas Hilton and the Sahara. The monorail is open Monday – Thursday, 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m. and Friday – Sunday, 7 a.m. – 3 a.m. Rates for the monorail are $5 for one ride, or $14 for an unlimited one-day pass and $30 for an unlimited three-day pass. Tickets can be purchased online at the Las Vegas Monorail site.

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6. What other hotel can I book besides the Mandalay Bay?

We have room blocks reserved at Mandalay Bay, THEhotel, Excalibur, Luxor, MGM Grand, New York, New York.

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7. What is the cost of a taxi to the Mandalay from the airport? How long does it take?

Taxis run regularly throughout the city and airport. A Taxi will cost between $16-$20, for up to 5 people traveling from McCarran Airport to Mandalay Bay. Taxicabs are available outside on the east side of baggage claim, outside door exits 1-5. Note: Most taxis in Las Vegas do not accept credit cards as payment.

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8. I have never been to Las Vegas before, what is the Mandalay Bay like, and what can I do besides gamble?

Mandalay Bay Convention Center
The Mandalay Bay Events Center is one of the larger convention centers in Las Vegas, stretching more than 1.6 million square feet and featuring 38,818 square feet of exhibit space and 26,100 square feet of meeting and function space. This, combined with three hotels and unlimited dining, shopping and nightlife, makes it the perfect setting for this year’s Licensing International Expo. The flexibility and convenience of this location make it even easier for licensing professionals to network and do business.

Accommodations
The AAA Four Diamond, 60-acre Mandalay Bay Resort offers the perfect environment for the unique business and networking needs of licensing professionals. Three hotels — Mandalay Bay, THEhotel and Four Seasons — provide 4,500 rooms on site, and an additional 7,000 rooms are connected to Mandalay Bay by tram, eliminating the hassle of taxis or shuttle buses.

Shopping
Mandalay Place offers a full service shopping experience and is conveniently located between the Mandalay Bay and Luxor resorts. You’ll find stores, services and dining, without ever having to leave.

Dining
Mandalay Bay has many fine restaurants with some of the country’s most renowned chefs, creative architecture and unique experiences.

• Aureole
• Bayside Buffet
• Border Grill
• Burger Bar
• China Grill
• Fleur de Lys
• Gary Canter’s Delicatessen
• Giorgio Ristorante
• House of Blues Restaurant
• Mix
• Mizuya
• Noodle Shop
• Raffles Café
• Red Square
• Red White and Blue
• Rick Moonen’s RM Seafood
• Rumjungle
• Shanghai Lilly
• Starbucks
• StripSteak
• The Cafe
• Verandah
• Wolfgang Puck’s Trattoria del Lupo

Nightlife
Mandalay Bay offers a number of exciting nightlife venues. From hot nightclubs, to luxe lounges to cool music, Mandalay Bay has it all!
• Eyecandy Sound Lounge
• Mix Lounge
• Fleur De Lys Lounge
• The Lounge
• Bambu Bar
• House of Blues
• Minus5
• Rumjungle

Entertainment
Disney’s The Lion King

This Tony™ Award-winning Broadway hit is a must-see. with stunning costumes and an amazing musical score.
Location: Mandalay Bay Theatre

Show Times: Monday – Thursday at 7:30pm, Saturday – Sunday at 4pm and 8pm. Friday
Price: $113.50, $86.00 and $64.00 (Tax and Service Fee Inclusive)

Shark Reef Aquarium

Shark Reef at Mandalay Bay transports visitors to an aquatic world where 2,000 creatures from the world’s tropical waters make their home.
Location: Shark Reef

Date: Open Daily

Price: Adults $16.95, Children 12 years old and younger $10.95, Children 4 and younger admitted free.

House of Blues Las Vegas

Rock or reggae, jazz or blues, the House of Blues Music Hall welcomes a variety of world-class live acts after dark.
Hours of Operation:
Sunday – Thursday: 7:30 a.m. – Midnight
Friday – Saturday: 7:30 a.m. – 1:00 a.m.

For more information on dining and other attractions, visit www.visitlasvegas.com.
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9. I need to book a restaurant for my team. Can you suggest any local places?

The Mandalay Bay provides concierge service for show guests that you can contact for show ticket reservations, tours, transportation, dining reservations, and any other needs you might have while in Las Vegas. For your convenience, a concierge station will be set up at the Convention Center. To make arrangements ahead of time, call 702-632-7777 and ask for the concierge. Concierge services are also available daily from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. in the Mandalay Bay Main Lobby and in THEhotel Main Lobby.

For more information on dining and other attractions, visit www.visitlasvegas.com.
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10. What will the weather be like in June?

Las Vegas is in the desert, so it gets hot and dry in the summer months. Typically, June temperatures range from lows of 69F (20.5C) to highs of 100F (37.7C).

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11. Do I have to register and pay in advance for the licensing university or can I do that on the day?

You can register onsite or in advance. If you register before May 21, you will receive discounted conference pricing.

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12. If I don’t pre register is there a charge onsite?

Yes, attendee registration is free if you register before May 29. The onsite price is $50.

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13. Are there translation services onsite?

Translation services will be available if requested in advance by contacting Christie Schambera at 818-227-4049 or cschambera@advanstar.com.

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14. Is there a business centre at the exhibition?

Yes, the Mandalay Bay has a Business Services Center on the first floor of the Convention Center.

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15. Is there wi-fi?

Wi-fi will not be available at the Convention Center

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