TOURIST TRAPS in LAS VEGAS

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  • @mikepeterson8388
    @mikepeterson8388 Рік тому +132

    Norma, this is one of your best videos. The monks, the time share people, the street performers--all of them pose a threat to Las Vegas tourists. Thanks for all the trouble you and your photographer Tim went through in making this video (and you did it without your hair in a ponytail!),😀 Love and appreciate you so much!!!

    • @NormaGeli
      @NormaGeli  Рік тому +10

      That phone call lol

    • @basic_CeceRae
      @basic_CeceRae Рік тому +1

      💯

    • @beelao5755
      @beelao5755 Рік тому

      This is the first I heard of the monks. Great to know but the Time Share People really waste my time the last time I was in Vegas. Great and brave video!

    • @stevenjohnson8736
      @stevenjohnson8736 Рік тому

      @@NormaGeliim cool goin to VEGAS its pretty damn expensive just to go to VEGAS now parking your car cost money now basically everything u do in VEGAS cost money ain’t nothing free in VEGAS i rather stay my ass right here in the beautiful city of San Francisco,California 😃

    • @SmifLaly
      @SmifLaly Рік тому +3

      POSE A THREAT??? You folks are something else...🤦🏾‍♂️

  • @gasperm3
    @gasperm3 Рік тому +30

    My stepmother has a very amiable personality as she always makes eye contact and smiles at everyone, she had never been to Vegas, so when she came out here I made sure to give her this rundown on scams before we ever went out on the strip! I'm sure I saved her hundreds of dollars!

    • @NormaGeli
      @NormaGeli  Рік тому +5

      Oh good, I’m glad you did

  • @robinwestbrook8271
    @robinwestbrook8271 Рік тому +6

    I was roped into a time-share presentation a few years back it wasn't too bad until I told them I didn't want a time-share and asked for our free vouchers then the guy became loud and rude, he accused us of wasting his time. I started crying because of how we were being treated but my friend who was braver than I was stood up to him and soon he backed off. It was definitely an experience that I will never forget.

  • @jthavorn
    @jthavorn Рік тому +10

    I don’t mind buying things off the side walk vendors to help support them. Not bad especially for the price. Time shares aren’t really a scam cause you will most likely get what they promise but (in my opinion) they are NOT worth the time especially if you’re only in town for the weekend.
    But thank you Norma and Tim for not only discussing these traps but going the extra mile and actually investigating into these. Great video!

  • @jeffelmasian
    @jeffelmasian Рік тому +7

    Normaaa!!!🥳You make a great investigator...well played!🕵🏽‍♀️🥸🥰

  • @kaylaqueen111
    @kaylaqueen111 7 місяців тому +1

    I love that you are showing the reality of these scams !! Thank you Norma for bringing awareness!

  • @stevelee7904
    @stevelee7904 Рік тому +8

    Hi Norma, great video and tips. Every time I am in Vegas, I see all of these individuals, and I was just there this week. Thanks for the reminder. Nothing is free, and most of the time, there's a catch. Sorry I didn't run into you on this trip, maybe in December. Ponytail.

    • @rogerrosen2323
      @rogerrosen2323 Рік тому

      yes im sure those cards do quite well in luting men that are by themselves must be quite an experience the price dosent seem bad girls must be pretty

  • @WALSTGUY
    @WALSTGUY Рік тому +11

    Hi Norma, spent a lot of time in Vegas. Haven't been in a while, but it looks like the scams are pretty much the same thing different day. I remember coming in to McCarran (now Harry Reid) and getting on one of the shuttles to take me to Bally's (now Horseshoe). Waited on the bus until they could squeeze every last person on which takes forever. Driver gets in and as he does another man jumps on and stays standing in the front. Door closes and the standing man starts talking...I was TRAPPED in a rolling time share speech pitch all the way to Bally's. From that day on I have NEVER taken the shuttle again. Love Vegas, but there is a scammer every 2 feet. P.S. Tip for your male viewers, always keep you wallet/cash/credit cards etc in your front pants pocket, never in your back pocket. Big crowds like in front of The Bellagio and other locations are a prime target for pick pockets.

  • @rshrsh5420
    @rshrsh5420 Рік тому +38

    Way to go Norma...you are beating the scammers at their own game! In regards to the hot dog cart, when living Los Angeles, they had them all over downtown and they were difficult to resist. They have them wrapped in bacon. When the police come walking down the street they run away

    • @rogerrosen2323
      @rogerrosen2323 Рік тому +1

      why is giving a card for a brothel a trap you go if you want to for a good time

    • @athlon9394
      @athlon9394 Рік тому +1

      Really? I believe that as of 2018 or so California passed a law allowing street food. I know here in Riverside, we have street tacos everywhere.

    • @rshrsh5420
      @rshrsh5420 Рік тому +3

      @@rogerrosen2323 The cards they pass out are NOT for brothels, they are for ladies to come to YOUR room and provide a service (cough, cough) it's the worlds OLDEST profession!

    • @rshrsh5420
      @rshrsh5420 Рік тому +2

      @@athlon9394 It's because I lived there from 2004 until almost 2008. Years before the law was enacted. You should have seen them playing "Speed Racer" with the hot dog carts. Sometimes they'd just ditch the vegetables they had sautéed onto the ground because it was "evidence"

    • @rogerrosen2323
      @rogerrosen2323 Рік тому

      yes i think your right in reno there are btothels in the old days in new yourk they waved you in from the street and had brothels cheap and higher like mayflower madam@@rshrsh5420

  • @BNaturalStudios
    @BNaturalStudios Рік тому +1

    Great heads up Norma! The monks got me once. Trash. Thank you and amazing job on this one

  • @carolmartin4413
    @carolmartin4413 Рік тому +61

    Maybe it's because we've been going to Vegas for over 30 years but I laughed through this whole video. Seen the scams hundreds of times. You get used to ignoring them. This info is really good for newbies tho.

    • @NormaGeli
      @NormaGeli  Рік тому +12

      Agreed, I never really let anyone I don’t know talk to me

    • @sylviabranch4201
      @sylviabranch4201 Рік тому +2

      I agree I don't play them no attention. I told my son who is going this week for the first time watch for this .

    • @KevinShaughnessy-mt9jt
      @KevinShaughnessy-mt9jt Рік тому

      ​@@sylviabranch4201
      In particular, the showgirls that expect a $20 tip for one picture then, a $60 picture with two
      showgirls
      It isn't the percentage of a bill.
      Like the timeshare scam it isn't affiliated with a Las Vegas company
      These are the lock ups, that return back to what they know
      doesn't really work
      For example
      To date The Fontainebleau was the biggest Las Vegas invest
      It was a timeshare property.
      An investment that had to be hedged
      to avoid these scams
      Yes Las Vegas has its own reputation of being shady
      but the odds are always with the house
      The returns with tourism are astronomical

    • @SportsBoss999
      @SportsBoss999 9 місяців тому

      The street vendors are probably required to have a license to set up shop, but they are quite convenient if you're just standing there waiting for the Bellagio fountains or Mirage volcanos to go off. I've bought soda from them before. They don't bother you. You see them and approach them if you're interested in buying something.

  • @davidgrybb8547
    @davidgrybb8547 Рік тому +1

    It's Vegas Baby!!! ❤whooooooooooooaaaa..

  • @CharlesQ-m5g
    @CharlesQ-m5g Рік тому +3

    Norma. Well done since this will be very helpful during our next trip to Vegas. Thank you for this informative video.

  • @JohnBarney-yd2wq
    @JohnBarney-yd2wq Рік тому +8

    You're so down to Earth and real. My favorite channel by far! Can you do more 24 hour stays at Hotels? Say, The Luxor?

  • @ejemoxmox22
    @ejemoxmox22 Рік тому +21

    Best way of dealing with them is to not make eye contact and keep walking. I've had some scammers walk with me and try convince me to buy something. Just keep walking and eventually they will go away.

    • @huntmaverik1
      @huntmaverik1 8 місяців тому +1

      Best way to avoid these swindlers

  • @letsrolloutnyc
    @letsrolloutnyc Рік тому +2

    Thanks for sharing these Tourist traps. They are just like NYC. You really pushed your self out there to get the content and info. Keep them coming. Great video. 💪🏽

  • @qj5978
    @qj5978 Рік тому +30

    Tim asking for the prices from the escort on the phone was hilarious. He should have asked if they give loyalty program reward credits.

    • @runningkirkwa2934
      @runningkirkwa2934 Рік тому +3

      Its $400, all these escorts want $400-500 for 15 minutes of playtime

    • @rogerrosen2323
      @rogerrosen2323 Рік тому

      in new york 40 years ago the girls said full service and we are discrete/the price wasnt bad for some men i think the tip could be what you want they dont allow this ads anymore vegas i think brothels arent allowed just escorts in ny we had the serial killer of escorts 10 years ago and they caught the guy now craigslist dosent allow any personal ads now usually the john has to take off teheir clothes first so they arent a cop

  • @Vegas-Must-Try
    @Vegas-Must-Try Рік тому +8

    Those flapper numbers aren't a scam! that's how my dad met my babysitter of 10 years!!!

  • @tommys2077
    @tommys2077 Рік тому +1

    Aloha Norma. Thanks for all you do. Much appreciated 🤙

  • @davidmoreham3505
    @davidmoreham3505 5 місяців тому +1

    Love the video, great information to know.😉

  • @Joeybadabang
    @Joeybadabang Рік тому

    One of a few best videos you ever made and actually kind of funny..

  • @Ohmak3865
    @Ohmak3865 Рік тому +1

    Love your video! I do want to warn people when at the street crossover bridges and the escalator is not working. There are pickpockets that will follow you and try to steal stuff from you back pack. Always always carry you stuff in front of you. I had my backpack opened will walking down the stairs. And my wife had her phone and wallet stolen from her backpack while waiting at the traffic lights.

  • @thomasreed2838
    @thomasreed2838 Рік тому +1

    Thank you so much Norma for the great advice!

  • @Gabrielxkl
    @Gabrielxkl Рік тому

    11:13 ME QUEDE WOOOOW!!! QUE GRANDE ERES! TU VOZ EN ESPAÑOL ES INCREIBLE! Keep Going! You're gonna grow so fast!

  • @inthegreatwide
    @inthegreatwide 9 місяців тому

    Excellent video showing what can actually happen with the street performers and scammers instead of just saying "stay away from them" - it's good to hear the actual prices people try to get you to pay. Thanks!

  • @mk6jim65
    @mk6jim65 Рік тому

    Love the outtakes. You're great, Norma!

  • @whousefilms
    @whousefilms Рік тому

    Norma Geli investigative reporter. Love it.

  • @CarlosPerez-tv7rz
    @CarlosPerez-tv7rz Рік тому +1

    Norma the best. Hope I run into her next time I'm in Vegas. She's honest. And funny.

  • @namtrieu8008
    @namtrieu8008 Рік тому

    I Loves and Likes Watching Your UA-cam Channels Norma Geli and Learned so much from all of this traps and tricks and making money out of tourist etc etc etc

  • @Mr.DJones
    @Mr.DJones 9 місяців тому

    Thank you for your time and posting. Moving to Henderson next week.

  • @robieouellette3671
    @robieouellette3671 Рік тому

    Beautiful and spot on information on Las Vegas!

  • @murakami989
    @murakami989 Рік тому +3

    Great video Norma! Other UA-camrs talk about scams, you went above and actually talked to them! You also had a Glizzy from a street vendor!!??
    #ponytail

    • @NormaGeli
      @NormaGeli  Рік тому +2

      Yea I really didn’t want to use the word scam on this one

  • @MrHandPay
    @MrHandPay Рік тому +1

    Good stuff! Great information!

  • @brown_beauty7499
    @brown_beauty7499 Рік тому

    Very good video! And very informative! Well done.

  • @josebernal196
    @josebernal196 Рік тому

    Ill be there next weekend thanks for heads up love watching your content.

  • @luvsmickey
    @luvsmickey Рік тому

    I agree totally about those street performers that say they are going to do this big stunt but then they spend so much time soliciting money/donations from
    the audience. Only people we ended up giving money too and they were amusing enough but we got tired of waiting for them to do this “stunt” so we left. I am not sure they ever did the “stunt”
    I think this is definitely a tourist trap and a time sucker and would never stop again for it.
    Thanks for featuring this and all of these.

  • @rachelhagen9176
    @rachelhagen9176 Рік тому

    great video, I'm actually going to Vegas in a couple of weeks, your video is very helpful, thanks

  • @24marcg24
    @24marcg24 Рік тому

    Love your videos Norma, all of them. You come off as genuine and honest, nice job!

  • @mikebizzle9293
    @mikebizzle9293 Рік тому

    Norma is such a giver, never trying to be a taker. You are royalty in LV queen.

  • @charlieramz3126
    @charlieramz3126 Рік тому

    Anyone else come to Norma’s videos and think she must be a blast to partner with!?! So pretty, fun and well spoken. She must be making someone very happy.

  • @zarasomji3875
    @zarasomji3875 Рік тому +2

    The dancers outside the Bellagio got me!

  • @tucsonlivin
    @tucsonlivin Рік тому

    This video is the best one yet so far soooo much going on. And when you said” I don’t even know what to say” I was dying to know what he said. And This really how it is as a tourist on the strip

  • @lilphilly122
    @lilphilly122 Рік тому +1

    Great job love da video keep up with the great work,, your the best…….from Philllllllllllllly 😍

  • @crashley1986
    @crashley1986 Рік тому +9

    First trip to Vegas we fell into the time share trap. We were put on a bus to out of town and taken to a brand new complex. Then it was a maze of continuous sales pitches. We tried leaving and everytime we went through another door to leave there was another group of people in a room trying to sell us a timeshare. Finally got outside and were stuck with these people until the rest of the group came out. This was before cell phones. It was 6 hours of our 2 day vacation. We got two passes to a couple shows for it but not worth it at all. I will never buy a crimeshare.

    • @shadyfoo2652
      @shadyfoo2652 Рік тому +3

      Reminded me of the south park episode lol

    • @Patricia-vm9ys
      @Patricia-vm9ys 11 місяців тому

      Years ago my husband and I had no money so we would go and get a nice meal. We couldn’t afford anything. The meal was good and it was only about an hour.

  • @davidellis5141
    @davidellis5141 Рік тому +2

    Thanks for the tips Norma 😊 !

  • @DoctorGuitar
    @DoctorGuitar Рік тому +4

    I worked as a timeshare Salesperson for a while. I kept getting terrible leads. As a test I went to one of the people that give away things like shows, etc. I told them I was in escrow & couldn’t take on an expense like a timeshare because my banker told me not to. They said it didn’t matter. Not cool.

  • @fishnsyd
    @fishnsyd Рік тому

    Thank you for sharing about these tourist traps!

  • @Crod787
    @Crod787 Рік тому

    That video took a lot of planning & time. Great video Norma. So informative plus no ponytail ha ha

  • @VIKING33NY
    @VIKING33NY Рік тому

    Norma, you always do a great job!

  • @carolynnicholson5109
    @carolynnicholson5109 Рік тому +12

    I think this info will really help first timers, a few of these shocked me on my first trip, my friend got handcuffed to one of the cop girls and she refused to let her go until we gave her money for a photo and it was pretty anxiety inducing to be honest but we finally got away without giving her money. Also don’t buy water out if coolers they often fill “recycled” plastic bottles with tap water and sell them to tourists 🤢Thanks for the video, great job Norma!! 🧡🖤🧡

  • @TheAjBean
    @TheAjBean Рік тому

    wow... you are the only one to really get in depth with these scams... proud of ya kiddo. PONYTAIL

  • @B4geniality
    @B4geniality Рік тому

    Truly enjoyed this video Thank you Norma

  • @janeyjette
    @janeyjette Рік тому

    Thanks for the informative video, Norma!

  • @ddoublesin
    @ddoublesin 9 місяців тому

    Looking great! Nice video.

  • @juancortes8765
    @juancortes8765 Рік тому

    Hermosa, encantadora y muy adorable Norma...very good job !!!...

  • @andrewpettola6097
    @andrewpettola6097 Рік тому

    Excellent video! Very informative for newcomers.

  • @paulrom446
    @paulrom446 Рік тому +6

    You are a Trooper! Norma! Thanks for doing this for us! Every Town has it's scams! Watch out for Clubs that promise Free admission but also have an outrageous 2 Drink minimum price!

    • @ericmutnan6358
      @ericmutnan6358 Рік тому

      One of those got me once. Two drink minimum so 50 bucks a person. Okay.... Ordered a round of ultras and before my drink even comes, they bring me a tab. The 25 dollar drink coupon doesnt cover taxes or tip on a 5 dollar beer LOL. I was going to tip but I didnt even get my drink yet. Total rookie move.

  • @DonJ1973
    @DonJ1973 Рік тому

    Solid video Norma. Very informative and yes I agree it's one of your best videos. I liked the undercover angle you took to creating this as well.

  • @pole_barn_builder
    @pole_barn_builder Рік тому

    Really good video, Norma!!

  • @superman60201
    @superman60201 Рік тому +11

    Out of all of these scams, I'm most impressed that all the escalators are working up to the MM shops.

    • @NormaGeli
      @NormaGeli  Рік тому +2

      😂 right, they didn’t work for years

    • @superman60201
      @superman60201 Рік тому

      @@NormaGeli I have this crazy opinion that they close the escalators so us out of shape tourists have to sit in front of machines or at tables. MM is the exception as they have benches and places to sit but a vast majority of the strip does not have a place to sit. Unless it is in front of a game or another place to spend money. Just saying.
      And no way could it be the 24/7 running in all kinds of crazy heat and desert temperature swings that takes them out of service. 🙄

  • @shawnharmon2164
    @shawnharmon2164 Рік тому

    Love this video such good information

  • @allanvanuga9196
    @allanvanuga9196 Рік тому

    I appreciate you and thank you for making content.

  • @Rafael915_9
    @Rafael915_9 Рік тому

    Great video and informative 👍 thanks Norma 👋

  • @basic_CeceRae
    @basic_CeceRae Рік тому

    I was not expecting the undercover content but it’s much appreciated
    👏 😉

  • @awesomeadamfrom2099
    @awesomeadamfrom2099 Рік тому +1

    Awesome job Norma happy September to you drop like

  • @viralocity_oficial
    @viralocity_oficial Рік тому

    Felicidades Normita, excelente video… keep up the good work 🎉.. no sabes como te envidio estar diario en LV.. 🎰 un abrazote girl.

  • @Bert805
    @Bert805 Рік тому

    Great informative video. Love the interactions👍😊❤️

  • @Homelesskateboards
    @Homelesskateboards Рік тому

    I love you Norma!! ❤️❤️💕💕💕💕💕💕❤️

  • @TheJacobmartinez12
    @TheJacobmartinez12 Рік тому

    Great video! Thanks for the info

  • @veronicacastillo1775
    @veronicacastillo1775 10 місяців тому

    Hey Norma, Love all your videos❤ Cleaning top tip Do Not Rub
    Blot w/ice water on both sides for few minutes, comes right out
    😅 Thanks I’m excited to see it all after all you tips🎉

  • @MrZola1234
    @MrZola1234 Рік тому +1

    First video I have watched in a bit. Norma looks a little leaner. Must be eating clean so she can rock the summer bod.

  • @eireslots
    @eireslots Рік тому

    Great video! Thanks for posting

  • @wasatchm
    @wasatchm Рік тому +4

    I actually went with my sister and her husband to LV so they could go to a timeshare presentation (about 20 years ago). I tended their small child in their hotel room so they could go to the presentation. I think they got free lodging and meals for 2 days. BUT, the presentation was definetly more than 2 hours. probably at least 4 hours. but you didn't get the voucher for the free hotel and meals until after you attended the presentation and sat down with one of their representatives and let him try to coerce you into buying a timeshare.

    • @KevinShaughnessy-mt9jt
      @KevinShaughnessy-mt9jt Рік тому

      When wasn't it a scam everywhere ?
      Attending these meetings are at a cost of time
      There are no off of the strip timeshare properties in Clark County NV.
      The gaming control board & hotel association won't allow it
      It's one of the reasons, why the Fontainebleau is troubled
      It was controlled in part by Turnberry Corporation to become a timeshare Condo
      The trouble being that no one knew exactly who- in part was !
      Now it's a mess that has to be fixed

  • @BeComingNyrell
    @BeComingNyrell Рік тому +2

    The “sweetie pie” gets me every time from the time share sellers 😂and you’re right they only approach me when I’m with someone. I never noticed until you pointed it out!

  • @charleybarley914
    @charleybarley914 Рік тому

    Norma Geli: Undercover Reporter
    thats a series I could watch

  • @doiyama4575
    @doiyama4575 Рік тому

    Great video Norma thanks for the info and helpful tips you’re awesome

  • @linaa4835
    @linaa4835 Рік тому

    Great video Norma!

  • @bolram1765
    @bolram1765 Рік тому

    This great content! Instead of talking about the scams you've actually recorded your interactions with each scammers! I'm gonna subscribe!

  • @roykamaaina
    @roykamaaina Рік тому

    Your presentation is really great. I enjoy how you do your thing. Keep on going.😊

  • @ronneyhdez
    @ronneyhdez Рік тому

    I've seen plenty of tourist trap videos, but none have shown you the actual encounter with them. Good job!

  • @Dimensionaut_
    @Dimensionaut_ Рік тому

    Great video! We'll be there Tuesday for a week. Hoping to run into you for a quick hello. Stay safe out there!

  • @FajitaFantom
    @FajitaFantom Рік тому

    Great video and super informative today. Keeping everyone aware of these things is great. Remind me of those dudes who always want to clean your shoes at a mall. Like my guy I'm in chanclas. Lol. But I get it. They see pressured and trying to get a side hustle going. Have a great weekend. Can't wait for the next one

  • @jmp130
    @jmp130 Рік тому

    Hey Norma, thank you for this video. I have always wondered about some of these things and how much they cost. Keep up the great work!

  • @YouTubeAddict50
    @YouTubeAddict50 Рік тому

    Thank you for sharing obvious things that we could have googled

  • @sakuranokunoichi
    @sakuranokunoichi Рік тому +1

    Investigative reporter Norma on the case!
    I heard during your ponytail stream that you haven't found many books that appeal to you, and as an avid reader I think there's a book for everyone! I've heard good things about the bookstore Writer's Block around the Arts District I think, that's nice to shop in with different events and activities. Maybe one day you'll find the book for you there!

  • @dancornyn2862
    @dancornyn2862 Рік тому

    Loved it. The only one you missed was the naked doorman at Cromwell.

  • @susana301301
    @susana301301 Рік тому

    You did an excellent job!

  • @yvonneacosta2539
    @yvonneacosta2539 Рік тому

    Always great to give everyone a heads up on scams or questionable sales. Always good for a refresher too.
    Thank you Norma.

  • @jamesondsampson
    @jamesondsampson Рік тому

    Did the time share thing before (job not victim) and honestly loved it

  • @lvfan
    @lvfan Рік тому +1

    Lots of great info on what NOT to do or see in Vegas. Tried the timeshare once. 2 hours of wasted vacation time.

    • @NormaGeli
      @NormaGeli  Рік тому +1

      Yea they’re essentially trying to sell you like a house, it’s that much money

  • @mll7040
    @mll7040 Рік тому

    This was super interesting!

  • @vaughanie1974
    @vaughanie1974 Рік тому

    Norma another great video, very informative and helpful to anyone who is visiting. I have been caught by some groups of people asking for money for their cd`s. In front of the Bellagio fountains and bridge in front of New york New york Not seen the monk`s yet though.

  • @maniacmedia
    @maniacmedia Рік тому

    Norma got our back.

  • @AFigzo
    @AFigzo Рік тому

    Thank you. You a real one

  • @mcethos8678
    @mcethos8678 11 місяців тому

    Thanks for the info. But when where in Vegas I don't fall for these traps. Its cool to see and I respect that, but I'm there for the food and shopping and a little gambling too. Good job Norma great video of the strip.

  • @garypratt1453
    @garypratt1453 10 місяців тому

    Thanks for an eye opener presentation no wonder city of Sin reputation

  • @jjp025jjp
    @jjp025jjp Рік тому

    Thank you Norma. ❤

  • @gilbertsanchez7511
    @gilbertsanchez7511 Рік тому +2

    My anxiety was going off just watching Norma with the timeshare people 😂

  • @wayneh8767
    @wayneh8767 Рік тому

    Good one Norma, anytime we see these "people" we say "heads down" 😆. The dreaded food spot on the shirt! Like your purse!

  • @carmensandiego3691
    @carmensandiego3691 Рік тому +5

    When I was in Las Vegas this past July I had one of those monks approach me in front of the Caesars Palace and gave me one of those little bracelets then I looked at it and realized what was going on I gave it back to him and said no thank you a couple of times and then I walked away