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| - This is my first helicopter tour of the Las Vegas strip, which was okay, but not satisfying.
Being a local, and trying something new, I wanted to see Vegas from a whole different view. So Heli USA had discounts for locals, so I decided to go with them. Arriving to the place, was a bit confusing, cause its a small office right next to other airline businesses. But usually, if you are a tourist, they probably will pick you up at your hotel, or at least MGM. Which would probably suck, if your coming from other casinos and MGM is the only hotel they'll pick you up. But, I'm not 100% sure, how they pick up tourist.
At first, we checked in, had champagne and do a little briefing on what is expected of you as a passenger and understanding on how to get in and out of the helicopter. Last thing you probably want to do, is get hit by the blades, so it was cool that they show us safety procedures on entering and exiting the helicopter. That itself, plus waiting for the shuttle, took about 20-30 minutes, before we went onto the platform where the helicopter was. When we arrived, we were picked individually, not unless you went with family, by weight. They want to make sure that the helicopter was able to lift properly. Unfortunately, those who way 150 or more, will end up sitting in the back. So it was kind of a bummer that I got stuck in the back. Its also sucks when they stick you with other heavier people in back. I realize how small the helicopter was, especially trying to fit 4 people that probably way over 200 lbs, in the back. Its like trying to fit 4 people in the back seat of a Volkswagen Beetle.
After loading, we made sure we got our headsets, and ready for lift off. I was a bit unhappy with the fact of being squished by the window and a big person, that I couldn't really video tape, due to limited movement. But having the window seat, isn't all that bad, when your main focus is to look at the Vegas Strip from a different view. Its about 10-12 minutes to be squished against the window and try to enjoy the view. So I guess it wasn't that bad, it probably could of been worse.
But the view was nice, and get to see Vegas from a whole different view. I did like getting close to the stratosphere to actually see people walking around, and flying over the Fremont Experience, which gives a good birds eye view of the place. Seeing Bellagio Water show, was kind of amazing. Also City Center is very nice from the helicopter. Its better then looking it up on Google earth.
Overall, I would say it was okay. I would recommend it, if you want to see Vegas from a birds eye view. If you way more then 150, your chances our very slim, that you'll be sitting in front. With that in mind, expect to be sitting with other people that weigh more then 150. It is a tight squeeze, so don't expect much movement. But if you go, maybe bring 5 of your friends, cause I think one helicopter fits a total of 7 people, including the pilot. 3 in front (pilot and 2 passengers) and 4 in back. You might have a bit of an advantage being with 5 other friends. As for the champagne, don't expect much with that.
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