Bringing an escort to Vegas

[cardman]

I am going to Las Vegas in June and I would like to invite an escort that I see on a regular basis to go with me. Besides paying for his flight and hotel what would be a decent payment to give him. It would at least be an overnight and part of another day as I will be busy at a conference during the day.

[gallahadesquire]

I am going to Las Vegas in June and I would like to invite an escort that I see on a regular basis to go with me. Besides paying for his flight and hotel what would be a decent payment to give him. It would at least be an overnight and part of another day as I will be busy at a conference during the day.

 

"Coals to Newcastle" comes to mind.

I think you'd pay for at least a weekend. Figure out how many DAYS he'll be there, and then ask him. On the one hand, his being "with" you cuts down on his own availability. On the other hand, sounds like he'll have a lot of free time whilst you're at the conference. Are you putting him up in another room? Maybe he can "freelance" while you're at the meeting.

 

Have you done at least an overnight with him before? If not, you might want to do that ahead of time.

 

Just my 2¢.

[Guest countryboywny]

Cardman,

 

Decide how long you want him to be there, and ask him his rate. Keep in mind you'll be covering his transportation, meals, lodging and any other miscellaneous expense he may incur. As gallahadesquire says, you can discuss variables such as how much free time he'll have, and whether or not you want him to make himself available to others (or if he even wants to go that route). I think a synopsis of how you see the time being spent would be helpful to him. Then let him quote you his rate. Quite easy actually! Enjoy yourself!

[jimboivyo]

I am going to Las Vegas in June and I would like to invite an escort that I see on a regular basis to go with me. Besides paying for his flight and hotel what would be a decent payment to give him. It would at least be an overnight and part of another day as I will be busy at a conference during the day.

 

why are you asking here? go to the escort and find out his overnight or weekend rate. the only response you'll get here by asking this kind of thing are folks who want to low ball it as much as they can.

[Diverdan]

If he has a weekend or daily rate, you can easily figure out what is appropriate... but ask him. If you are regulars, he may want to suggest something else for the arrangement. However, asking here will give you as many suggestions as there are posters. As in so many other situations, communication is the key and if the two of you are on a regular basis, he will be able to tell you what is appropriate for him, and then you can decide what is appropriate for you, and how much you want this to work.

 

I have had guests with me during a conference that only wanted their expenses, and others that wanted their regular daily rate plus expenses. Communicate with him... not us. and Good Luck and enjoy your time in LV.

 

Dd

[rocky]

I don't think that's a fair response. First, no one should shy away from posting here. Second, I thought this was a discussion amongst friends meaning those who are gay and having gay experiences and asking questions you don't ask elsewhere. To say I'm the kind of folk that "low ball" is insulting, I do the same type of travel and ask the same type of question since it could vary. shame on you.

[jimboivyo]

I don't think that's a fair response. First, no one should shy away from posting here. Second, I thought this was a discussion amongst friends meaning those who are gay and having gay experiences and asking questions you don't ask elsewhere. To say I'm the kind of folk that "low ball" is insulting, I do the same type of travel and ask the same type of question since it could vary. shame on you.

 

thanks for the pep talk, dad. just search some of the threads here. it's clear that a large portion of folks don't or won't pay top dollar and threads get snippy when the topic of what is an 'acceptable' rate comes up. 'acceptable' is what you, personally, can afford. end of story.

 

tons of people shy away from this place. mainly escorts. doesn't take much to figure out why.

 

the fact that you took what I said so personally, and so quickly, says a lot about the way you view yourself.

[cardman]

I don't think that's a fair response. First, no one should shy away from posting here. Second, I thought this was a discussion amongst friends meaning those who are gay and having gay experiences and asking questions you don't ask elsewhere. To say I'm the kind of folk that "low ball" is insulting, I do the same type of travel and ask the same type of question since it could vary. shame on you.

 

Rocky you are right I was just asking for some advice from those who may have some experience in this matter. Of course I will discuss things with the escort but I was hoping for some discussion from you guys. Also this is the first time I am trying this. Don't take things so personal.

[+ azdr0710]

communicate thoroughly....tell him what you hope to do in LV, with and without him....give him 2-4 hours off each day to check emails, phone calls, exercise, whatever he needs to do on his own.....give him some walking-around money....ask what he'd like to see and do there....don't overplan it.....don't cram too much stuff to do into too little time

[Epigonos]

Cardmen your question is perfectly legitimate regardless of what others might think or say. The real problem is finding an appropriate answer. There are so many variables that a definitive answer is extremely difficult.

 

You don’t say where you are located. If flying to Las Vegas involves a long flight it might be too much to expect an escort to travel that far for a day and a half. A full weekend amount of time might be more appealing to your guest. The next thing to be considered might be is the guy interested in visiting Las Vegas. Some people love the place others hate it. These are just two points you might want to consider.

 

I agree completely with those who suggest a frank discussion with the escort you would like to have accompany you. If you know the guy fairly well that won’t be a problem. If he quotes a price beyond your budget thank him and tell him the truth. I NEVER bargain with an escort regarding his fee – I either accept it or I reject it. If he offers to lower his fee you will need to decide beforehand whether or not you will accept his offer. I never do but simply because I don’t it does not follow that everybody else should do as I do.

 

I have traveled with several escorts for extended periods of time and have never failed to have a great time. If you choose carefully you will have a great time also. GOOD LUCK AND HAVE FUN.

[Guest countryboywny]

I have NEVER negotiated price with an escort. I'm in business too, and I don't like it when potential customers try to beat me down on price. We have a saying around here, "Price - Quality - Service, pick two!" My usual MO is that I give him the date(s), time of arrival, time of departure, a brief description of events (if necessary) and he tells me his rate. Done. I don't even start the conversation if I can't afford it and since I hire a small group of guys, I have a good idea of the approximate rate going in. I do, however, like to know the rate in advance so that I'm sure to have enough cash. Hope this helps.

[bootdad]

Negotiating price - this is very much a new reality in a new decade that is not going away !!! I have been (self-employed) running a boutique creative agency for more than 25 years and I can share from experience that old established clients get thinner and fewer annually (businesses merge, management teams / people get severance packages / companies right size /down-size) and new clients tend to focus on costs/fee/budget first, expect everything for nothing yesterday and for far too many today 'quality' is simply not that important. We live in a much faster world where the longevity of most things is largely unimportant. I am not sure what business you are in, but trust me, for those in the creative community, design, graphic arts, photography, styling and related support fields the vast majority of us have watched our fees get decimated over the past decade. Ask any graphic designer what he/she got $$$ for logo design / branding packages a decade ago and what they get to bill out at today - OUCH !!! We are living in a very different world where the value / price equation has altered profoundly and I don't see it getting better in the years ahead. SO with regret - I must confess - life today is VERY much about negotiating - regardless of the service being provided !!!