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Title: A boring transportation question
Post by: clevelandbrowns01 on Jan 03, 2016, 05:27 AM
probably a question for Little Mel,

In June, I'll be staying at one of the downtown Reno casinos and am plotting a visit to the MR.  An issue is transportation. While the group I'm traveling with is renting a car, I'm not sure I'll be able to discreetly take the car for a couple hours. I'm not even sure if I'll be a listed driver on that car.

Anyway, what is a normal cab rate from downtown Reno to the MR?   Depending on what time I go to the MR, are waiting cabs normally outside the MR for people leaving or does one have to be called?  The only time I've been to the MR was early in the morning and there certainly weren't any cabs around then. This would not be a weekend night (it would probably be a Tuesday night or Wednesday night).

Another idea is to rent a car myself just for that day but that might be difficult to maintain discretion as well.
Title: Re: A boring transportation question
Post by: Cobia on Jan 03, 2016, 09:42 AM
Well, I am not Mel but I suggest you rent a car for the day. I wouldn't even think of getting a cab.
Title: Re: A boring transportation question
Post by: lumberjack0306 on Jan 03, 2016, 02:33 PM
Call tara they may be able to have a driver pick you up
Title: Re: A boring transportation question
Post by: Wildfire on Jan 03, 2016, 03:50 PM
Rent a car. You can pick it up at one of the downtown casinos.  I would never take a cab.
Title: Re: A boring transportation question
Post by: ryntak46575 on Jan 03, 2016, 05:10 PM
I've been once, and will be out once again in a couple of weeks.

Each time, I have/am renting a car.

However, it sounds like you're there with others. I don't know if a rental car can be arranged from the hotel (including receipt/return of the car), esp in a discreet manner...

Title: Re: A boring transportation question
Post by: Wildfire on Jan 03, 2016, 06:22 PM
Where are you staying downtown ?  Enterprise Rent-A-Car  can be rented at Silver Legacy .  It is a short walk from the other casinos in the downtown area. 
Title: Re: A boring transportation question
Post by: Ironman on Jan 03, 2016, 06:37 PM
Cabs equal bad mojo for your party. Find a way to get yourself at least out to the Ranch. For the Record though if you truly have no other option a cab from downtown would be around 100 round trip maybe a little more. Tell them not to wait or it will be even more.

But like others already said Cabs are not a good idea.
Title: Re: A boring transportation question
Post by: Cobia on Jan 03, 2016, 07:06 PM
There is a car rental place in the air port called Dollar Rent a Car or something like that.      DON"T rent a car from them.
            They " ADDED $177.00 "  to my credit card " AFTER "  I got home from out there once and I had hell getting it back.
Title: Re: A boring transportation question
Post by: Wildfire on Jan 03, 2016, 07:20 PM
Quote from: Cobia on Jan 03, 2016, 07:06 PM
There is a car rental place in the air port called Dollar something.  DON"T rent a car from them.  They " ADDED $177.00 "  to my credit card " AFTER "  I got home from out there once and I had hell getting it back.

That's messed up Cobia . I got to keep my eye on them. 

I rent at the airport all the time from Dollar / Thrifty  never had any trouble. But I do normally prepay with my credit card travel program.
Title: Re: A boring transportation question
Post by: Cobia on Jan 03, 2016, 07:28 PM
Quote from: Wildfire on Jan 03, 2016, 07:20 PM
Quote from: Cobia on Jan 03, 2016, 07:06 PM
There is a car rental place in the air port called Dollar something.  DON"T rent a car from them.  They " ADDED $177.00 "  to my credit card " AFTER "  I got home from out there once and I had hell getting it back.

That's messed up Cobia . I got to keep my eye on them. 

I rent at the airport all the time from Dollar / Thrifty  never had any trouble. But I do normally prepay with my credit card travel program.






I did too .  They still added it after I left. 
Title: Re: A boring transportation question
Post by: Scheryll on Jan 03, 2016, 07:54 PM

When you are in town go ahead and give us a call. We will do everything we can to get you out here. 775-343-1224



Be careful renting cars from the airport location. An airport concession fee and airport tax is added to every rental. After everything is said and done you will be spending over $100 easy. The casinos also add a resort tax and fee to every rental.


If you do choose to take a cab(which will be slightly cheaper than a rental,you wont risk getting lost, and you will be able to enjoy a few drinks because you have a DD) give us a call and we will put you in touch with one of our recommended cab drivers. We have a list of drivers that we know will take good care of you.

Uber and Lyft are also a fairly new option. You just have to be careful with them because their prices are not set. They increase during peak hours or days.
Title: Re: A boring transportation question
Post by: Rod on Jan 04, 2016, 12:09 AM
Quote from: Scheryll on Jan 03, 2016, 07:54 PM

Uber and Lyft are also a fairly new option.

I can see how to get to the ranch using Uber/Lyft, but has anyone used them to return back to Reno? Do they have cars nearby the ranch to pick up people?
Title: Re: A boring transportation question
Post by: Hondo on Jan 04, 2016, 12:55 AM
I have had very good luck with the taxi's (actually had some fun with a couple of the drivers)and there is no worry if you want to do a little socializing afterward.
Title: Re: A boring transportation question
Post by: caveman on Jan 04, 2016, 02:46 AM
Talk to Little Mel, Nese, or  Tara. They know People. You can call the ranch & ask now. That way you can get some idea what it will be.
Title: Re: A boring transportation question
Post by: Tennessee25 on Jan 04, 2016, 03:39 AM
Rent a car
Ditch your co workers
Get a room at the ranch
Book some time with Serena
Priceless
Title: Re: A boring transportation question
Post by: Ironman on Jan 04, 2016, 04:08 AM
Quote from: Hondo on Jan 04, 2016, 12:55 AM
I have had very good luck with the taxi's (actually had some fun with a couple of the drivers)and there is no worry if you want to do a little socializing afterward.

I remember when I, uses to think that way to. Sometimes I wish I still did .  Cab are fine if you truly have no other option to get out to the ranch. But 99.9 percent of the time cabs to the Ranch equal bad mojo for your party.

Better to walk from downtown Rwno lady be so impressed you wanted her that badly she might cut you a price break.  Or at least give a good foot Massage before the long walk back to Reno. ;D  ;D
Title: Re: A boring transportation question
Post by: Paradise on Jan 04, 2016, 04:41 AM
Riding a bus to the Mustang an option.
Title: Re: A boring transportation question
Post by: Ironman on Jan 04, 2016, 04:50 AM
Quote from: Rod on Jan 04, 2016, 12:09 AM
Quote from: Scheryll on Jan 03, 2016, 07:54 PM

Uber and Lyft are also a fairly new option.

I can see how to get to the ranch using Uber/Lyft, but has anyone used them to return back to Reno? Do they have cars nearby the ranch to pick up people?

No you will need to  use the app to get another ride back with a different driver.  Or do what my buddy did get the persons direct number. If they are still working they will come back. The other problem with Uber is although the price is generally cheaper on the transportation cost. The price fluctuates depending on demand.  Your  best bet will always be drive yourself. Unless you know a local willing to at least drop you off. Then you  just need to find a way back to Reno which is easier once you have already booked and completed your party with the lady of your choice. 8)

Be glad there are no uber drivers already there unless the are booking a dance themselves. If they did the same bad Mojo you get taking a cab over would kick in. ;)
Title: Re: A boring transportation question
Post by: Little_Mel on Jan 04, 2016, 12:06 PM
check you private messages! Let's get you in here!
Title: Re: A boring transportation question
Post by: clevelandbrowns01 on Jan 10, 2016, 07:31 AM
Any worries with Uber or Lyft concerning the concept of carrying quite a bit of cash?  Obviously, once you tell them you're going to the MR - they know you likely carrying quite a bit.  I've never used either of them. 
Title: Re: A boring transportation question
Post by: Ironman on Jan 10, 2016, 12:28 PM
Quote from: clevelandbrowns01 on Jan 10, 2016, 07:31 AM
Any worries with Uber or Lyft concerning the concept of carrying quite a bit of cash?  Obviously, once you tell them you're going to the MR - they know you likely carrying quite a bit.  I've never used either of them.

Valid point, but in theory once they know you are from out of the area they know you are carrying cash regardless of where you are going.  I think they have to pass a background check for both companies.  But I don't know how extensive it is. But in theory the risk to the passenger is not much more then it would be using a regular cab, but don't quote me on that one.  I have a friend that took Uber over to E 28 3 times and had no problems with any of the drivers the tricky part was finding another one in the area willing to take him back.