Questions for previous Vegas-goers

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I know there is a general Vegas thread, but I have some very specific questions for those who have gone before. I've nearly made the decision to go, so I need a little help from the experts!

Has anyone found a decent, but less expensive hotel near Caesar's?

What seating sections meet our superfan standards? How far away is the stage from the front row? Are the side-most front sections pretty far away?

Were the audience members any more snooty than usual about people in front of them standing (since I figure many of them are not fans per-se, but simply travelers who thought "it'd be fun to go see Stevie Nicks")?

How crazy is the ticket purchasing competition at on-sale time? Is it a little more mellow (due to the same reason mentioned above)? (Of course, I expect fellow Ledgie competition........) Obviously Friday, followed by Thursday, will be hotter dates than the other two.

Any other tips you care to share would be great. I've travelled for shows before, but this will be my first Caesar Nicks experience!

Thanks!