How to Plan a Trip to Las Vegas

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Plan ahead.

   Get a general idea of when you want to go, and where you want to stay.
   
   Remember the weekends will be much more expensive and crowded.
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   Step 2: Consider the time of year you want to go.

   Vegas is even cheaper in the summer, but that's usually because it's blazing hot. , In addition to sites like Expedia, Travelocity, etc.
   
   Sherman's and Travelzoo will email you with weekly travel deals.
   
   Also, check out discount airlines like JetBlue and Southwest.
   
   Always use the flight and hotel option. , Decide what site you're going to use.
   
   You will see that some sites are not as cost efficient as they claim. , The lowest price packages normally have flights that really are not as accommodating to the customer. , Check out travel magazines like Conde Nast Travel & Leisure since they almost always mention things to do in Vegas. , Check upcoming shows and events; they include variety and specialty shows, plays, musicals and comedy.
   
   The Smith Center is a great place to see shows. ,,,,, See Bellagio's dancing fountains, the Mirage's erupting volcano, the Treasure Island's pirates and sirens, or the Fremont Street experience. , They include the aquarium, zoo, auto racing, ballooning, boating, bowling, rafting, biking, hiking, climbing, horseback riding, thrill rides, air/ground/water tours, and more! , The city is the "Marriage Capital of the World."
   
   These include people who require special care in facilities with roll-in showers, tubs with portable seats, pools with lifts, assisted listening devices or wheelchair seating. , Look for special gay and lesbian nightlife entertainment in publications such as City Life, Las Vegas Mercury and Las Vegas Weekly. , January:
   New Year’s Day and Martin Luther King’s Birthday February:
   Valentine’s and President’s Day May:
   Memorial Day July:
   Independence Day September:
   Labor Day October:
   Nevada Day, Halloween November:
   Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day, Family Day December Christmas Day
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   Step 3: Watch the travel sites and sign up for fare watchers.

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   Step 4: Track the prices for a week or so and then decide your date.

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   Step 5: Watch your flights.

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   Step 6: Buy a guidebook or take one out of the library.

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   Step 7: See a show.

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   Step 8: Search online from the simple restaurants to gourmet havens for every cuisine that will suit your budget.

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   Step 9: Shop until you drop - from bargains to luxury shopping.

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    Step 10: Stay entertained for hours through casino games because that's where Las Vegas action is.

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    Step 11: Play golf in the city's "green" side where some of the world's finest can be found.

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    Step 12: Don't miss The Strip for an unforgettable nightlife.

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    Step 13: Bring the whole family to recreation centers.

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    Step 14: Get married in Las Vegas!

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    Step 15: Arrange for the needs of people.

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    Step 16: If you are LGBT

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    Step 17: note that there is entertainment in store for you.

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    Step 18: Plan ahead for special events.

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