McGee Family Reunion

PO Box 130962

Houston, TX 77219

Return your forms By May 01,2014!!

The2012 reunion was a blast! We saw so many new faces! If you weren’t there, you were greatly missed! The reunion was a tremendous result of a lot of hard work and organization from our many talented, dedicated, and loving family members. Our love and thanks go out to all those who were involved.

What we have planned for 2014!!

It’stime to make our reservations for the 2014 McGee Family Reunion infun-filledLas Vegas, Nevada. The 2014 reunion will be held at theOrleans Hotel and Casino onJuly 3rd thru July 6th,2014. Your Reunion Committee selected the following theme “A Family Rich in Heritage” We hope the richness of our heritage is reflected in all the riches we hope you to gain while in Las Vegas. Take this time to share stories, introduce your children, and show pictures of all that we may have missed for the last two years. Embrace the opportunity to learn of the talent, love and culture we each develop in our personal lives. Network…explore…share…

So, pleasebring your children, grandchildren and many friends, so that we can unite family bonds and keep them strong with the richness of our past, present and future generations…our heritage.

Activities to checkout during your free time…

At our Hotel

PLAY

Enjoy hours of fun and games in The Orlean’s spacious casino. Try your luck on one of the 2,600 generous slots, video poker and video keno machines, or enjoy your favorite table game, including Blackjack, Craps, Roulette, PaiGow Poker, Baccarat, Let it Ride and Three Card Poker. You’ll find more fast, friendly action in the Race and Sports Book, the popular 35-table Poker Room (named “Best of Las Vegas” by readers of the Las Vegas Review-Journal), and our 24-Hour, 60-seat Keno Lounge. And while you’re there, be sure to join B Connected-Boy Gaming’s nationwide player loyalty program –and earn benefits and rewards for your play!

There are Free Lounge acts nightly 9:00pm – 2:00am.

RELAX

For those who like to be pampered, The Orleans Hotel & Casino offers Spa Orleans and The Orleans Beauty Salon

  • Spa Orleans invites you to indulge your senses and treat yourself to a luxurious array of invigorating and rejuvenating spa treatments
  • Need a haircut, a styling, or a shave? The Orleans Beauty Salon has it all.

BOURBON STREET CABARET

Presenting a fabulous schedule of rousing shows, the Bourbon Street Cabaret is a 140-seat theater where guests are invited to enjoy a genuine Louisiana-style ambiance and spirited production for the best in live entertainment.

BUZZ’N BRUSHES

An upbeat and entertaining creative experience for both the artistic and not so artistic. Learn the basics of acrylic painting while enjoying music, beverages, entertainment and the company of BeeBuddies.

  • Open daily 10:00am – 10:00pm.
  • Thursday – 11:00am – 9:00pmOpen for paint
  • Friday-Sunday – 11:00am – 9:00pmOpen paint & Instructed Classes

CENTURY ORLEANS 18

If you’re in the mood for a low-key night, visit the movie theater, where you’ll always find a packed schedule of the newest, best and most popular movies. Drama, comedy, action, horror, foreign…

BOWLING

Whether you’re bowling with friends/family or a league, the Orleans Bowling Center is your best bowling bet. Voted Best of Las Vegas Bowling Alley by the Las Vegas Review Journal

  • 70 lanes with a Spacious Seating Area
  • Full Service Pro Shop
  • Fast Food Snack Bar
  • Bar & Lounge Area
  • Video Arcade
  • Lockers

TIME OUT ARCADE

The Time Out Arcade features the latest and greatest in video and interactive games for every member of the family.

Sunday – Thursday10am – 10pm

Friday & Saturday 10am – 12am

KIDS TYME

It’s Always TymeFor Fun At Kid’s Tyme! Kid’s Tyme is an exciting world of kid-sized fun and entertainment in a safe, clean, and supervised environment. The Kid’s Tyme staff takes your child on a fabulous play adventure expressly suited for his or her age group. Staff members are certified in first aid and CPR. All activities are designed to provide quality time filled with entertainment, games and creative play to challenge the imagination. It’s perfect for children ages 3-12. Kids Tyme is open 7 days a week 365 days a year. Let the play begin!

Activities

  • A multilevel jungle gym with chutes and ladders
  • Coin free arcade room, Play Station 2, and more
  • A movie room where kids can watch their favorites
  • NintendoWii
  • Interactive play stations such as legos and cars
  • Arts & Crafts Tyme with paints, markers and crayons for creative minds
  • Snack bar providing meals and beverages available to purchase

Requirements

  • A child may not be admitted to any child care facility within the State of Nevada unless parents submit a proof of immunizations that the child has been immunized.
  • Ages 3 through 12 must be fully potty trained (out of pull-up and diapers)
  • Children must be wearing socks.
  • Guardian must show valid ID at check-in and check-out
  • 5 hour maximum stay
  • 1 hour minimum stay at each check-in
  • Parents must stay in building at all times while children are in their care

Rates

  • Monday to Thursday: $7.00 per hour/per child
  • Friday to Sunday: $8.00 per hour/per child

Hours

Last Check-in is one hour prior to closing.

  • Sunday – Thursday11:00am – 11:30pm
  • Friday & Saturday11:00am – 12:30am

On and Off the Strip

THE VENETIAN: GONDOLA RIDES

  • Indoor gondola: Sunday – Thursday 10am-11pm Friday and Saturday, 10am – midnight
  • Outdoor gondola: 12pm – 11pm (weather permitting)
  • Cost: $18.95/person. Children 2 years old and younger are free.
  • The last boat leaves the dock 15minutes prior to closing each night. Tickets for indoor gondola go on sale at 9am.

THE RIO: MJ LIVE (TRIBUTE TO MICHAEL JACKSON) – Captures the spirit of the famed superstar. This tribute show is a real “Thriller”.

CAESAR’S PALACE: FALL OF ATLANTIS AT CAESARS FORUM SHOPS

The Atlantis Shows inside the Forum Shops is sibling rivalry at its fiercest. Sure, you may have once fought over toys, food or even listened in on each other’s phone calls with your own brother or sister, but this feud is like no other.

Roaring fires.Splashing waters. Thunderous sounds. A huge, horrific beast. These all come into play in the free 11-minute show. Get your video camera ready for the dramatic, mind-blowing special effects, neon lights and the surrounding fountains. For a second, you’ll forget you’re in a mall. This is a FREE attraction.

NEW YORK NEW YORK: THE BIG APPLE COASTR & ARCADE

Get your thrills on the world’s first coaster to feature a 180-degree “heartline” twist and dive maneuver, providing more than 1.4 million riders with heart-stopping action and excitement each year. The fun doesn’t stop there! Enjoy the excitement of some of your favorite midway style carnival games and coin operated video games at the Arcade.

  • Cost

Individual Tickets - $14

Scream Pass - $25 (Includes all day ride pass, $2 off 5x7 photo)

Family Fun Flight for Four - $60 (Includes Four ride tickets and two 5x7 close up photos)

  • Roller Coaster Hours

Sunday – Thursday: 11am – 11pm

Friday & Saturday: 10:30am – Midnight

  • Arcade Hours

Sunday – Thursday: 8am – 11pm

Friday & Saturday: 8am – 2am

CIRQUEDU SOLEIL SHOWS

For those unfamiliar with the French-Canadian production company, Cirque du Soleil probably doesn’t mean much. In Vegas, it’s the most prominent production company on the Strip. Cirque du Soleil, which means circus of the sun, is an entertainment company that did not traditionally incorporate any animals, helping to characterize the group as a more contemporary and cutting-edge performance troupe than other circus-style acts. The production company was also founded on creativity and puts an emphasis on bringing the impossible to life for live audiences.

  • Criss Angel
    Where: Luxor

When: 7pm Tuesday – Saturday 9:30pm Tuesday, Friday and Saturday.

  • KA

Where: MGM Grand

When: 7 and 9:30pm Tuesday-Saturday

  • LOVE

Where: Mirage

When: 7 and 9:30pm Thursday – Monday

  • Mystere

Where: Treasure Island

When: 7 and 9:30pm Thursday – Monday.

  • O

Where: Bellagio

When: 7:30 and 10pm Wednesday – Sunday

  • Viva Elvis

Where: Aria

When: 7 and 9:30pm Tuesday – Saturday

  • Michael Jackson ONE

Where: Mandalay Bay

When: 7 and 9:30pm Saturday – Wednesday

SLOTZILLA AT FREMONT STREET EXPERIENCE

Imagine soaring across the Fremont Street Experience high above people’s heads, right underneath the world’s largest video screen and colorful laser light show.

Slotzilla will let riders take off from a 128-foot, 12-story slot machine-themed platform to breeze below the Viva Vision canopy on one of two levels. Soar 70 feet above the ground on the zip line ride or take it to the next level on the zoom line ride, 110 feet above Fremont Street.

  • $20 for the zip line; $30 for the zoom line; $40 for both
  • Hours of Operation: TBA

FOUNTAINS OF BELLAGIO

A refreshing addition to your entertainment options, the Fountains of Bellagio were destined to romance your senses. Take a complimentary Las Vegas show of water, music and light thoughtfully interwoven to mesmerize its admirers.This is a FREE attraction.

  • Monday – Friday 3pm – 7pm (show is every ½ hour)
  • Monday – Friday 7pm – 12am (show is every 15 minutes)
  • Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays: 12pm – 7pm (show is every ½ hour)
  • Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays: 7pm – 12am (show is every 15 minutes)

MANDALAY BAY: SHARK REEF AQUARIUM

Shark Reef at Mandalay Bay is not your typical aquarium. It’s a totala sensory experience designed to transport visitors to an undersea ocean of fantastic sights, sounds and encounters. Fourteen breathtaking exhibits are devoted to dangerous aquatic predators. This aquarium takes visitors on a journey through an ancient temple slowly being claimed by the sea.

  • Box Office Hours:

9:30am – 7pm Sunday – Thursday

9:30am – 9pm Friday & Saturday

Contact number: 702-632-4555

  • Aquarium Hours (Summer):

10am – 10pm everyday

Last admission at 9pm

WYNN: LAKE OF DREAMS

Experience the mystery of the Lake of Dreams at Wynn Las Vegas. This secluded 3-acre lake is surrounded by a lush forest and takes you away from the chaos and noise of the city. Enjoy the water and light show from various points around the lake including several restaurants and lounges. Free vantage points are also strategically located for optimal viewing. The shows begin at dusk and occur approximately every half hour until 12:30am daily. This is a FREE attraction.

Night Life in Vegas

LAX - Luxor

3900 Las Vegas Blvd South, Las Vegas, NV 89119; 702-262-4529

Laxthenightclub.com

The Bank – Bellagio

3600 Las Vegas Blvd. South, Las Vegas, NV 89109; 702-693-8300

Thebanklasvegas.com

Tao – Venetian

3355 Las Vegas Blvd. South, Las Vegas, NV 89109; 702-388-8338

Taolasvegas.com

PURE – Caesar’s Palace

3570 Las Vegas Blvd. South, Las Vegas, NV 89109; 702-731-7873

Purethenightclub.com

Tabu– MGM

3799 Las Vegas Blvd. South, Las Vegas, NV 89109; 702-891-7183

Mgmgrand.com/nightlife

SIN CITY CLUB CRAWL

Having worked the Las Vegas club industry for over seven years, Sin City Club Crawl developed relationships with people working at various clubs throughout Las Vegas but also to get a lot of insight on the ins and outs of how things work in the city. If you do not know people you can find yourself spending a lot of time waiting in long lines only to get inside and realize after awhile you want to go check out another place. Sin City Club Crawl is a unique way to experience Vegas Night Life. This is an opportunity to visit multiple venues without waiting in line and paying all the expensive covers. If you are interested in this option, Please note this on the application. There will be group rates and promo codes available depending on how many people would like to participate.

Reunion Itinerary and Fees

TheReunion Fee this year is $130.00 per Adult and $65.00 per Child(11 and Under, 4 and under free) which covers the following items: Thursday Night refreshments, Friday Night Bowling, Saturday Night Banquet,Sunday Brunch; Reunion Souvenirs;Entertainment; Support Supplies (Paper, Stamps, Names cards, etc) and Prizes for Family CasinoNight.Registration DOES NOT include a souvenir T-Shirt. There is also opportunity to attend individual Family events for set prices. There is only 1 set price (does not differ child versus adult) for each event.

ThursdayReunion Officially Begins______

3pm – 10pmRegistration

6pm – 10pmFamily Casino Night

FridayFamily Play Day ______

5pm – 8pmBuzz’N Brushes(Wear your T-shirt)

9pm – untilFireworks

Saturday All White Masquerade Ball______

6pm – 10pmBanquet (All white attire is preferred. Masks and beads will be provided.)

Dinner, Family Business (Elect next reunion committee)

Sunday Sunday Brunch and Farewells ______

9am – 11amFamily Breakfast

Hotel Accommodations

Our host hotel will be the spectacular Orleans Hotel and Casino. The Orleans proudly offers beautifully appointed rooms and suites featuring the ultimate in luxury and comfort. The oversized rooms are actually “Petite Suites” with separate sitting areas. The Orleans’ exquisite one and two-bedroom suites provide all the conveniences of home. Spectacular views face the glittering Las Vegas Strip or the sweeping mountain panoramas surround the Las Vegas Valley. Free shuttle service is available to our sister property The Gold Coast as well as the Las Vegas Strip.

You may call into The Orleans Hotel Reservations now at 800-675-. To avoid long hold times, we encourage making your 3267 or go on-line to and use our group code: A4MFC07reservation on-line. The available guaranteed rates for our family are below:

Tuesday
7/1/2014 / Wednesday 7/2/2014 / Thursday 7/3/2014 / Friday 7/4/2014 / Saturday 7/5/2014 / Sunday 7/6/2014 / Monday 7/7/2014
Deluxe Rooms / $36.00 / $36.00 / $36.00 / $99.00 / $99.00 / $36.00 / $32.00

Reservations must be made on or before 6/1/2014 to ensure availability and group rate.

Please be advised that all rates quoted are net, per room, per night, allowing for single or double occupancy. Any Deluxe rooms requiring triple or quad occupancy will be surcharged an additional $15.00 per guest, per room, per night. (Children age fourteen and under, in the same room with parents in existing bedding, are free.) All rates are subject to a Clark County room tax, currently twelve-percent (12%). Reservations for dates other than those specified above will be accepted on a space available basis as to accommodations and room rates.

Prior to cut-off date, individuals may also call Hotel’sRoom Reservations Department direct at (800) 675-3267 and identify themselves as members of a group or convention with Group Name: McGee Family Reunion 2014.Please be advised, if you call without this Group Name, you will not receive the special rate as noted, and may be advised that Hotel is sold out. Operating on Pacific Time, hours of operations are Monday through Friday from 6:00 am to 11:00 pm; Saturday and Sunday 7:00 am to 11:00 pm.

Individual accounts will be created for each guest and they will be responsible for their own account unless otherwise specified in writing. The equivalent of one (1) night’s room and tax will be required in either the form of a credit card with expiration date, company/personal check, American Express; Diners Club; MasterCard; Discover; VISA; JCB or Cashier’s Check. Hotelaccepts personal checks for payment of deposits only and must be received a minimum of thirty (30) days prior to arrival date.

AIRPORT TRANSPORTATION

Shuttles are located outside of baggage claim at McCarran International Airport. Shuttle prices listed here are per person and one way. Prices and available routs are subject to change without notice. Shuttles operate seven days a week.

McCarran International Airport

5757 Wayne Newton Blvd.

Las Vegas, NV 89119

Main Phone Number: (702) 261-5211

Lost and Found: (702) 261-5134

Airline Shuttle Corp (ASC) – (702) 444-1234

Offers airport shuttle service available from Terminal 1 at Door 8 (outside the Southwest Airlines baggage claim area) and at Terminal 3 between Doors 1 and 2.

To Hotel from Airport: $9.00; Roundtrip: $15.00

Bell Trans – (800) 274-7433

To Hotel from Airport: $8.50; Roundtrip: $16.50

Super Shuttle – (800) 258-3826

Offers shuttle service to and from McCarran Airport.

To Hotel from Airport: $10.00 ($8.00 if booked online); Roundtrip: $20.00 ($16.00 if booked online)

The $2.00 booking fee is waived, when booking reservations online.

BELLMAN GRATUITY

It is presumed that each arrival of Meeting Group’s contingency will be on a separate and individual basis. Should these circumstances change, any/all pre-registered and group arrivals/departures will be subject to a $4.50 per person, round trip, bellman gratuity to allow for in-house baggage handling. The gratuity is subject to increase without notice. This ONLY applies to a charter bus arrival. If there will be a charter bus (i.e. from Kansas or Los Angeles), please contact Latasha King. This does not apply to those who will choose to travel by Megabus.

RESORT FEE

There is a mandatory Resort Fee, currently $9.99 per room, per day, plus tax. The Resort Fee includes in room Wi-Fi, access to the Fitness Center, in-room coffee, unlimited local & 800 calls as well as free Wi-Fi in Java

Vegas Coffee Shop & High-Speed Internet Access in our Business Center. The Resort Fee is subject to increase without prior notice.

CHECK-IN/CHECK-OUT

Check-in for individual arrivals begins at 3:00 p.m. Check-in for group arrivals begins at 4:00 p.m. Check-out time is at 12:00 noon. Hotel agrees to make rooms available prior to the stated check-in time and to extend late check-out to guests on a preferential basis, if available.

GENERAL HOTEL POLICIES

Guestrooms must be occupied and registered to at least one adult, who is twenty-one years of age or older. PHOTO IDENTIFICATION WILL BE REQUIRED UPON CHECK-IN. Hotel reserves the right to refuse or terminate service to any individual(s) when not in compliance with this policy.