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Reader Poll Replies:
I think the pools should be seasonal, even us Canadians get cold in the
winter months in Vegas. Linda T. Vancouver, Canada
I think it is something that you should always
keep open. Some people like to swim daily, reguardless of the weather,
for exercise. And if you heat your pool during the winter, then you can
swim at any time during the year. I think it is one the best perks at a
hotel. You may not want it all the time, but it is there when you need
it. Kathie Paniagua Fresno, Ca.
I would like to see the pools open for as long as
possbily maybe not in Dec - Feb but the other months I think they should
be open. What is the norm for when pools close in Georgia.
Melissa Atlanta, GA
do not need a swimming pool in vegas. there are
too many things to see and do to waste time doing something you can do
at home anytime. the prices of everything are much higher now than when
i first visited. the sights and slot machines are not poolside. i go to
vegas to see all the great casino designs, freemont street, and of
course to gamble. do not think the pools are what brings anyone to vegas.
martha goins oklahoma city, ok.
I live in a colder climate so vegas cool months
would not bother me. Keep them open all year! Paul sarnia
ontario canada
I feel the pools should be open all the time as the weather could be
warm on some days you can go outside to relax as far as food I feel if
you can get a drink or little something to eat that would be ok when I
go to Paris hotel in February if the weather is warm & the sun is
shinning I go out to the pool take a good book to read & relax. It
really doesn't cost the hotel any additional $ as they always have a
lifeguard out there. Judy Backer Oceanside NY
Being Canadian, where winter can last up to 7 months, the year round
pool IS important. We stayed at the Flamingo last March, but made sure
the pool was open and we could get a Cabana for a day. The pool was the
reason we chose the date. It would be great to go down in
December (when it's 0 degrees up here) and enjoy Vegas with ALL
amenities! Geo Major Calgary Canada
Living in Alaska, I look forward to going someplace warm during late
fall and winter. I welcome the opportunity to splash around in a
swimming pool, order a drink and catch a few rays when traveling.
Because I am a business owner, I understand the economics of closing the
pool facilities during colder months. But looking through the eyes of
the consumer, I hope the casinos consider leaving the pool facilities
open. Afterall, if it weren't for the consumer, would the casinos be
open. Judy Cloud Kenai / Alaska
I personally enjoy having a pool available during my stay. I like to
gamble in the casino but not during my entire stay. I'm more likely to
stay more days at a time if there is a pool available.
Edward Schulz Urbana,OH
When we come to Vegas, the pool is only a secondary thought. I always
bring my swimsuit but we never seem to have time to use the pool. I do
not thing that closing the pool will deter any one from coming to this
fun city. After all, Vegas is not known for it's swimming. Rosemary
Almony Blackwood, NJ
I think the pools should be open year round. one of the reasons for a
vacation is to sun and get a tan especially when its cold and snowny in
your own back yard. It may be too cold to sit by the pool but let
me make that decision , not the hotel. ross litton
chicago
Being that I'm from the East Coast, when temperatures in Vegas dip
all the way "down" to the 60's...Brrrrr, I find it ludicrous that the
pools would be closed. In addition, being that everything in Sin City is
done to excess, how 'bout just heating the pools or having extravagant
indoor/outdoor facilities for swimming? I know that the casinos lose
money while you're doing the dog paddle but please allow us to get wet
and have a little fun - you'll eventually get all of our filthy lucre
anyway. Shawn Brighton New York, NY
I believe the pool area should be open year around if not for
swimming then just relaxing during the day. The casinos offer no other
area just for relaxing. terry yeagy indianapolis, in
I think the pools should stay open year round for those of us who
like to gather around the pool, hot or cold. With the money they are
taking in, I am surprised that no one has taken the lead role in
introducing a pool area with a retractable roof. If the stadiums can do,
Las vegas can do It! Kenny Brown Clarksville, In
The pool is irrelevant to me. I would never use it. Mary
Welling-Bonney Jackson
We don't use the swimming pools when we go to Las Vegas but I think
they should be available for those who wish to use them at any time of
the year . Visitors from colder climates would especially enjoy being
able to take a swim in on their visit considering the climate they have
back home may be much colder. Dolores Alpine,Ca.
I would like to see the pools open year round (heated during the
cooler months). I often convince non-gambling friends to join me on my
trips to Las Vegas and this gives them something to do during my prime
gambling time! Lorinda Clevenger Indianapolis/IN
There's nothing better than a dip in the pool on the Las Vegas Strip.
Pools at the Mirage, MGM, Mandalay Bay, etc. are some of the most
luxurious in the world. I have no problem with casinos shutting the
pools down in the winter months, but the casinos really ought to
consider leaving the pools open longer hours in the Summer. Many pools
close at 5 or 6 PM and the Summer temperatures are often over 100
degrees at midnight. So keep the pools open longer in the Summer! David
Millersburg
Swimming pool facilities should be opened and available year round.
It gives guests some well needed rest from the all of the action-it
revives people and allows families to have quality time together while
on vacation. Pools make Las Vegas vacations family-friendly.
Veronica Hoffman Milford, CT
A casino pool should be open any time the sun is out and the wind is
not blowing dust. Sometimes its hard to schedule that. Its equally a
risk to buy plane tickets and reserve a room with the express desire of
lying in the sun, even in the summer. Bring a suit. If the pool is open,
the sun is out, and the cards have gone cold, at least you can work on a
little color and scenery. Otherwise, find a hotel with an indoor hot
tub. With bar service? Big-screen TV? Keno? Sports Book Annex?
Don Bartley Portland, OR
Coming from the northeast, I really like to be able to enjoy a pool
when I vacation, but not if it's too cold. If they don't have a way to
cover or heat the pool, it might as well be closed. jess
ithaca, ny
Depending on who you are traveling with kids,ect. Some may want the
pool open year round, but why would you want ot go in a pool in the
middle of December, I live in Yuma AZ and it is just as hot, but it does
cool down and I do not think the pools should be open year round.
Kathy Yuma AZ
full pool facilities year around. Wm Brackney
Rvierview MI
Why would the casinos want to close the pools down. They are part of
the Vegas experience. Mark Przybylo Flat Rock Mi
Being from Wisconsin. if it is 70 degrees plus, I like to be by a
pool, even if it is just to sleep for a few hours between during the day
so I can gamble at night! Lynnea Wilson Green Bay, WI
keep it open. don wilkirson marietta,ga.
I enjoy the pool areas for a break during the day and would enjoy
them being heated and opened year round. it is nice to get away from the
hustle and bustle for a few hours with out having to just be looking at
the four walls of your hotel room although they are very nice rooms at
the hotels we have stayed at. cpatrick
Yes if heated as the pools are an attraction to many and the guests
out of the country. Such as Canada the pool means alot however,
the heat should be turned off in the spring- to save Money.
Carroll Mcintosh Los Angeles CA
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