Brooklyn, N.Y.: Its on my Dad's "bucket list" to go to Vegas and my mom won't fly so I (his single daughter) am bringing him. He has seizures sometimes so I would prefer to share hotel space with him, but not a room (he snores like he's in a contest)! Any suggestions on good suites or condo's WITH WALLS AND DOORS that don't cost 700 bucks a night? Also, the best one day trip to the Grand Canyon would be great to know.

Thanks,
Jennifer

Rick Garman: Hello, Jennifer! If you want to stay on The Strip there are really only a couple of options that won't cost you a fortune. THEhotel at Mandalay Bay has one bedroom suites (with walls and doors) so your dad could stay in the bedroom and you could be on the couch. Also the new Trump International has very nice one bedroom suites with kitchens. Both are expensive—figure at least $300 per night and sometimes higher depending on when you are traveling but they usually don't get up to $700 a night unless something really big is happening in town.

But really your better option is to get off The Strip. Within a mile or so of The Strip in just about any direction are a host of moderately priced chain hotels that offer suite accommodations. Amerisuites, Candlewood, and Embassy Suites are just a few of the recognizeable names.

For the Grand Canyon, check with Gray Line Tours—they're probably the best and most realiable.

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Danbury, Conn.: Which hotels have the best pools?

Rick Garman: It really depends on what you want out of a pool. If you're looking for lots of places to lounge and relax, big pools to swim in, and hopefully a little shade if it gets too hot then the lush pool decks at The Mirage and Flamingo are probably the best in town.

The pools at Mandalay Bay and MGM Grand are more theme-park style, with lazy river rafting and even a wave pool.

Or if you want something more energetic, the pools at The Palms and The Hard Rock are destinations for the young, pretty, party crowd.

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Silver Spring, Md.: Hello. We are planning a trip to Las Vegas from October 9-14, 2008 to celebrate our 10th wedding anniversary by renewing our vows. We're staying just off the strip at the Wyndham Grand Desert. Most of our original wedding party and spouses (and some with kids) are coming out for the celebration and we're trying to find a nice mix of planned group events with free time. Can you suggest options for daytime as well as nighttime activities suited for a group of 15-20 late 30-somethings? We'd like to do one girls/guys night out as well, if you have any ideas for places that are fun but where we could still talk a little! We're especially interested in places with outdoor bars or seating. Finally, we're total foodies, so any restaurant suggestions that won't completely break the bank would be helpful.