When talking about Vegas, I suppose I could just
spiel off some safe information not likely to rock the boat, but it’s also not
likely to prepare you much for a 2 or 3 day whirl wind trip to Sin City either!
Whether you’re planning to live on the adventurous side of life or just survive
as a casual observer, here are a couple of tips and observations that might
prove useful:
Of course this might not apply to you, but if it’s
been politely suggested a time or two, that you might be just a tad bit
uptight, than Vegas is probably not for you! It’s also not a place I would
recommend for family travel or bringing the little ones either. However, if you’re
looking for that perfect getaway or to recharge the batteries for a bit, Vegas
is calling your name! There are usually
tons of great specials & packages most of the year.
A
few “good to knows” while in combat:
1. Vegas
is the gambling capital of the world, if you have never been to a casino
before, but would like to try your luck and get in on some of the fun (without
spending a fortune), then penny slots are a great place to start! Not only can
you just sit back and observe things for a bit without risking your family
fortune, you can also use it as a clever insider’s trick to saving some money
on a great night out! For 5 or 10 bucks, you can usually play for quite a while
(depending on your luck of course).
2. Most
of the casinos in Vegas (if not all), serve free complimentary drinks (beer, whiskey,
rum, etc) that is, of course, as long as you are gambling! Yes, anything to
keep you at the table! That said, the waitress who is working for tips, really
doesn’t care what game you are playing, as long as you are kind enough to tip a
buck or two each time she brings your drink. A suggestion though, as there’s likely
to be much less traffic over at those slots than at the Black Jack or craps
tables, you may need to go over and find your server first! If time is of issue
as well, you might consider handing over a 5 spot in the process, as it has
been known to turn on the GPS for the next round as well! Once you’re entered
in as a previous destination point though, a buck or two should do just fine!
3. Drinking and smoking often go hand in hand in
most Casinos. Although Vegas may be a cigar smoker’s paradise, a 1970’s type
life style is certainly not for everyone! However, most casinos do have no
smoking areas (can’t guarantee that it’s not much smaller though, or that you
won’t have to walk through the smoking area first). That said, the air purification systems in
most of the hotels/casinos I’ve been, are very good and circulate the air quite
well. The open floor concept in huge places like the Venetian or Bellagio helps
as well.
4. You’re
in Vegas for crying out loud, go see a show and dine out at least once while
you’re there! That in mind, there’s no replacement for some great buffets
available as well. If you go at lunch time too, it will usually have the same items
at a much lower cost. If you get the chance, try the Bellagio weekend brunch
buffet. A little more than some, but well worth the experience.
5. If
you’ve been waiting your whole life to visit a café or bakery in Paris, and
then end up just picking up some prepackaged cookies so that you can tell your
friends that you were there, then you’re probably missing your own point for
going! Vegas can be very similar to that, yes you can likely get a room for $20
or $30 at Circus Circus or similar, but that old adage “You get what you pay
for” will likely kick in once you find out you’re now a participant in a 3 am
gong show! If time is an issue or you would like some advice on where to stay, check
out the new Hotel Search on the Florida Canuck site below. It is powered by
Expedia, and offers the same selection of hotels and affordable rates. As it is
also paired with Trip Advisor reviews and map/ satellite photos, picking a
great hotel option has never been easier.
* You can easily switch back and fourth from US dollars or Cdn Dollars
as well.*
Have
a great weekend! And like the ad says
“what happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas”!
