Las Vegas is a big and bustling
place to visit. Spaces that appear to be small on the map are, in fact, spread
out and sprawling. Don’t expect to see and do everything in a day (or even a
week). Allow time to get from place to place and know that transportation is
available but kind of hit or miss in Vegas.
Wear sensible shoes when visiting Las Vegas.
You’ll be hiking just to get from your room to the street. If you hit even a
few high spots along the way, you won’t make it from one end of the Strip to
the other in a single day. Rub blisters the first day, you’ll be walking gimpy
the rest of the trip or missing out on the fun.
Las Vegas is desert country.
Though the average year round temperature is in the mid-60s, expect a full
range of seasonal weather. Summer heat can be intense. Take sunscreen, a hat,
and plenty of water if you’re planning a May-September trip.
Though there are some great deals on rooms and on food, prices vary
considerably depending on the demand. As Las Vegas
has branched out to include non-gaming visitors, the out-of-this-world deals
have become history. Expect a few deals but also know that you’ll be paying
these days for the adventure that is Las Vegas.
If you’re on a budget, schedule outside the weekend rush and avoid big
convention dates.