What is the dress code when catching shows? I'm watching Ka and Phantom of the Opera for sure, and possibly catching O, Penn & Teller, and Jubilee.
Alina N.
(Vancouver, Canada)
In Las Vegas just about anything goes. You'll see folks in Hawaiian shirts, cargo shorts, socks and sandals, and ladies dressed to the nines. It's really all about the experience you want to create for yourself. I'm guessing that, judging by the amount of shows you're planning to see, you're more about going out on the town than the gambling. So, if you've got the outfits, go ahead and go glam. You won't be out of place. Of the shows you mentioned, it seems that the crowds tend to be dressed up a little more at Ka and Phantom of the Opera, with more of a casual atmosphere at Penn & Teller and Jubilee.
Whatever your choices, if you're more about comfort you'll be well within appropriateness heading out in jeans. However, my preference is to at least dress up the jeans a bit -– save the runners for daytime walking about rather than a night out. If your feet get tired, there are cabs aplenty and the fares won't run much at all.
On a related tip, you may want to take a look at a question from a few months ago. Another reader wanted to know what the dress is like inside casinos.
By the way, before you start your trip, check here for any available discount rates on the show that interest you.
February 24, 2010, 9:21 pm
This page may be helpful:
* http://FirstTimeLasVegas.com/weather
February 23, 2010, 9:29 pm
we are coming towards the end of March just wondering how hot the weather typically is at that time of year so have some idea how to pack for it!
February 19, 2010, 8:58 am
The shows I like most right now are (in no particular order) Ka, O, Le Reve and Viva Elvis. The Price is Right Live and Hitzville are fun options for low cost.
And the truth is, Betty, that no casino pays out very much. You'll see lots of places advertising great rates on slot payout, but that figure is based on all money taken in as compared to paid out in the long term. Realistically you can expect to lose money when you play, you just want to lose it slowly and keep it in a range you can afford. Take a look at the FTLV gambling section for details and basic "how-to."
Here are a couple of links for searching show ticket availability:
* http://firsttimelasvegas.com/link/vegasshows
* http://firsttimelasvegas.com/link/ticketnetwork
* http://firsttimelasvegas.com/link/hitzvillediscount (discount on Hitzville)
* http://firsttimelasvegas.com/link/priceisrightlive (discount on Price is Right)
February 19, 2010, 6:30 am
what shows best for money feb28-march7 2010 what casinos pay out the most
February 7, 2010, 5:16 pm
Most airport shuttles are wheelchair acessible, but it's a good idea to call in advance to confirm one will be available when you arrive. Gray Line (702-739-5700) and Bell Trans (702-385-5466) are two of the major shuttle services.
February 6, 2010, 10:53 am
Who does disabled (wheelchair) transfers from airport to Luxor?
January 19, 2010, 6:08 pm
Cab fare from the airport to the Luxor will run somewhere in the neighborhood of 20 bucks, give or take a little bit. Just tell the cabbie where you're staying; they know exactly where to drop off guests. They travel to and from Strip hotels a LOT.
January 19, 2010, 4:15 pm
How much will we pay for a taxi from the airport to the luxor. Will we ask to get let off at the front of the hotel or the back.
January 14, 2010, 4:15 pm
I'd also want to find out who or should I say what celebrities will be in town the third week of Feb.
January 14, 2010, 4:10 pm
I willbe flying in on feb.17th how should i pack, I mean i live in tx, San Antonio. How is the weather at that time of year. I'm really excited however, I want to comfortable day and night.
January 7, 2010, 10:14 am
What shows and performers are on during the time of
August 1 to Aug. 7, 2010?
Which Hotel is best to stay at during this time?