VIVA LAS VEGAS! REGISTRATION NOW OPEN! REGISTER TODAY!FOURTH ANNUAL GREEK ADOPTEE REUNIONLAS VEGAS, NEVADAJUNE 19-21, 2025 DON'T MISS IT! REMEMBER, WHAT HAPPENS IN VEGAS, STAYS IN VEGAS!After hosting three amazing reunions in Nashville, TN, Athens, Greece and Louisville, KY, we head west of the Mississippi to fabulous Las Vegas! We will continue with same format as the previous reunion - no conference, no speakers, just a few organized group actrivities and plenty of time for adoptees to get to know each other, have fun together and make bonds that will last a lifetime.***PLEASE READ ENTIRE POST FOR COMPLETE DETAILS FOR SCHEDULE, REGISTRATION & HOTEL ACCOMODATIONS (LINKS IN POST)***VIVA LAS VEGAS! No conference or speakers, just lots of fun, fellowship and bonding with Your fellow Greek adoptees. Bring your spouse/partner/children/travel buddy and join us for an amazing time of building community and connectivity. All Greek adoptees, regardless of group or organization affiliation, are invited and welcome to attend.
And this year, we are excited to partner with the Hellenic American Project (HAP) and its director, Professor Nicholas Alexiou, to record the stories of as many Greek adoptees on film as possible, as the Greek American story is not complete without the stories of Greece’s forgotten children. These one-on-one interviews will be preserved in the Library of Congress, available on the HAP and TEP YouTube channels and may become part of a new documentary. The opportunity is open to every adoptee attending the Reunion and filming will begin June 18-19 (for those arriving early) and will continue June 20-21.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 18, 2025 – Adoptee Interviews -10 am – 5 pm
Once an adoptee has registered for the Reunion, a link will be sent to schedule an interview. If you’re arriving early in Vegas, we ask you to schedule your interview June 18-19, to leave space for those who do not arrive early on June 20-21.
THURSDA7, JUNE 19, 2025 10:00 am – ? - Adoptee interviews continue
7:00 pm – 10:00 pm - Our official time together begins on Thursday evening with a Welcome Party in the Laughlin Room, food, cash bar, Greek music & dancing, with a special surprise guest. Pick up your Reunion credentials, goody bags and programs.
FRIDAY,JUNE 20, 2025 & SATURDAY, JUNE 21, 2025- Filming of adoptee interviews will continue both days.
- Friday and Saturday group activities will include a trip to the fascinating Neon Graveyard (a collection of fully and partially restored neon signs from old Las Vegas – great photo ops) and the iconic Mob Museum. Plus, plenty of free time to explore all that Las Vegas has to offer from our hotel in the center of the famous Las Vegas Strip.
- The Laughlin Room will be open both Friday and Saturday afternoon from 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm for Greek Coffee Hours. Bring your adoption documents and get help from the board of directors and our volunteers, who will be available to assist you with translation, search/reunion, DNA and more. Legal experts will be on hand to answer questions about Greek citizenship and other adoptee legal issues. Or just sit, relax, have a drink and chat with your fellow adoptees about any and everything Greek/Greek adoptee.
- The Reunion finale will be a Farewell Dinner on Saturday night at a local Las Vegas Greek restaurant. We've planned an exciting program for our final night together, including our keynote speaker, Dr. Nicholas Alexiou, Greek-themed door prizes and the announcement of the location of the Fifth Annual Greek Adoptee Reunion 2026.
REGISTRATION LINK: https://forms.gle/ERpepwbcCA3JWnXi8 (follow this link to register, then follow the links below to pay for registration).
Registration includes the following: Reunion credentials, goody bag, program; Welcome Party with food, cash bar, Greek music & dancing, special surprise guest; group tour of Neon Graveyard; group tour of Mob Museum; Greek Coffee Hours; and Farewell Dinner at local Las Vegas Greek Restaurant with fabulous food, dinner program, and Greek-themed door prizes.
Cost: $150 per person
Payment for 1 person: https://square.link/u/VICmTHmp Payment for 2 persons in same family/group: https://square.link/u/7AVboBSn ***Registration deadline is May 20, 2025; however, please register ASAP so we can secure the group bookings/prices for our activities and to make organizing and planning much easier***
HOST HOTEL: Harrah’s Hotel and Casino, 3475 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, NV 89109
We have a block of rooms at a discounted group average per night rate of $112 for a Deluxe Single/2 Doubles (does not include tax and resort fee). If you plan to room with someone, arrange with that person first, then designate one of you to book the room. (Feel free to stay wherever you have rewards/points - however, all activities will be held at or originate from the host hotel.) PLEASE READ CAREFULLY AND FOLLOW ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS BELOW BEFORE YOU BOOK YOUR ROOM.
Our discounted block of rooms is for check-in on 6/19 and check-out on 6/22. So, you can only book a room for the 3 nights of the Reunion at our rate, checking in on 6/19 and checking out on 6/22. However, if you plan on coming early or staying after, and you want to make one reservation, including the Reunion nights, you will need to call the Group Reservations Department at the number below,
OR you could book 2 separate reservations online: one for the 3 nights of the Reunion using our online booking link and the other on the Harrah’s website. If you join Caesar’s Rewards, you will be able to get better rates for your extra nights. Also, you may not be required to pay a deposit for the extra nights if you are a Caesar’s Rewards member. Keep in mind that weekday room rates are cheaper than weekends.
Caesars Rewards: You can earn credits for every dollar you spend at any Caesars properties. Pick up your Caesars Rewards card when you arrive at the Caesars Rewards counter. Show your Caesars Rewards card wherever you go in Caesars properties to earn credits for money you spend. Your Caesars Rewards account will be linked to your reservation, adding the convenience to earn every credit you deserve by charging purchases back to your room. Sign up at https://www.caesars.com/Program
Reservations must be made through the provided online web link or through the Reservations Department at the phone number below by Tuesday, May 20, 2025. To avoid a $15 call center processing fee, please use the web link when possible. A deposit (first nights room and tax) is required at the time of registration, the remaining night’s room and tax will be due at check in. A full refund is provided for any reservation cancelled 72 hours prior to arrival. All no-shows will forfeit the deposit. Any reservations made after the cut-off date are subject to availability and will be added at the current public rate.
GROUP INFORMATION FOR BOOKING:Group Name: Fourth Annual Greek Adoptee Reunion
Group Code: VH3FGA5
Online link:
https://www.caesars.com/book/?propCode=LAS&action=FindRooms&groupcode=VH3FGA5 Reservations Department Call- in #:(888) 458-8471
READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE BOOKING LINK!NOTE: WEBSITE ALWAYS DEFAULTS TO FIRST DAY OF ARRIVAL AND ALWAYS DEFAULTS TO ONE NIGHT. So, click EDIT, select 6/19 as the arrival date and 6/22 as the departure date and click UPDATE.
To book a reservation on PC (very similar on mobile), please:
• Click on the group website link above
• Click the EDIT button
• Click the drop-down arrow on the right in the Check In – Check out Box
• When the calendar pops up, click on arrival date 6/19 and then click on departure date 6/22
• Click UPDATE
• Then choose the room type (1 King or 2 Queens) either clicking BOOK NOW, or the View Total Price (includes resort fee and taxes) and then BOOK NOW
RATE INFORMATION/FEESAll room rates are subject to applicable ROOM TAX (13.38%) and a $44.95 RESORT FEE per room, per night (also taxed at 13.38%). Resort Fees include daily internet (for two devices), fitness center access (for two guests), pool access and all local calls. Rates based on 1-2 persons per room. Additional charge of $30 each per night for 3rd and 4th guests (plus applicable taxes). Maximum Room Occupancy is four (4).
PARKING: Self-parking at Harrah’s for hotel guests is $20 per day. It includes in-and-out access at Harrah’s and any Caesars Entertainment self-parking facility (subject to availability). You will use your room key to access all Caesars Entertainment self-parking facilities. Refer to the website for more details: https://www.caesars.com/parking
Incidental Deposit Policy/Requirements
An incidental deposit of $50 daily is required at check-in to allow the guest charging privileges. The incidental deposit required at Harrah's Las Vegas is accepted by credit (credit card authorization of $50 daily) or debit (debit cards charged immediately for $50 daily.
FAQ's - Frequently asked questions
1. What does the Registration fee include?
The $150.00 registration fee includes Reunion credentials, goody bag, program guide, Welcome Party with food, cash bar, Greek music & dancing and special surprise guest, group tour of Neon Boneyard, group tour of Mob Museum, and Farewell Dinner at local Las Vegas Greek restaurant with a fabulous dinner, dinner program, and Greek-themed door prizes.
2. Can I bring my spouse/partner, other family member or a friend?
Adoptees are welcome to bring their spouse/partner, any other members of their family or a friend/travel buddy to the Reunion. The registration price is the same for all attendees. With inflation and the subsequent rise in prices for everything across the board, we are unable to offer a discount for the second person in a family. The cost of registration covers only the cost of the Welcome Party, group activities, Greek Coffee Hours and the farewell dinner - there is no other fee/cost added in over and above the actual costs of the Reunion.
3. When should I arrive in Las Vegas?
Plan to arrive sometime on Thursday, June 19, 2025. The first event of the Reunion, the Welcome Party, will be at the hotel in the Laughlin Room, 7:00 pm until 10:00 pm. Or, come a few days before or stay a few days after to enjoy all that Vegas has to offer.
4. Does the hotel have parking? Is the hotel pet-friendly?
Parking information can be found in the link: https://www.caesars.com/parking. Harrah’s Las Vegas allows a maximum of two dogs up to 50 pounds each starting at an additional $100 per day, plus a refundable nightly $100 incidental deposit.
5. How can I travel to Las Vegas?
We chose Las Vegas because we wanted to have this Reunion west of the Mississippi and because of the myriad of fun activities it offers. Those in the surrounding states may want to drive, while the rest may prefer to fly. You can virtually fly from anywhere to Las Vegas. Check out the LAS website for airport information
https://www.harryreidairport.com/ 6. If I fly, what are my transportation options to get to the hotel? There are many transportation options from the airport to the hotel: taxis, limousines, rental cars, Uber, Lyft, etc. If you drive to Vegas or rent a car, keep in mind that you will have to pay for parking at the hotel.
7. What if I have special dietary needs?
There are some of you who may be vegetarians or have other dietary needs. Please let us know if there are any specific dietary needs and, while we cannot guarantee it, we will do our best to accommodate you.
Still have questions? Email us at greekadopteereunion@gmail.com or send a message to our Facebook page
www.facebook.com/TheEftychiaProject 
The Greek Version of the article also appeared in the Ethnikos Kirikas, making the front page!
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