Comments on: Making the most of the ‘free’ drinks http://firsttimelasvegas.com/how-to-make-the-most-of-the-free-drinks/ Real-world advice for Las Vegas newbies from Sin City vets Sat, 19 May 2012 06:44:46 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.1 By: Steve the Texan http://firsttimelasvegas.com/how-to-make-the-most-of-the-free-drinks/#comment-577 Steve the Texan Sun, 19 Jun 2011 16:53:30 +0000 http://firsttimelasvegas.com/2009/04/how-to-make-the-most-of-the-free-drinks/#comment-577 Julie, The Strip itself is generally a very safe place (it's in Las Vegas' best interet to make sure that's the case). Make sure to use the basic precautions that a solo traveler should use anywhere when you're on the street, in your hotel or in a casino, bar or club and it's not likely you'll have any problems. Do be sure to stick to the main tourist areas, though, as things can get shady pretty quickly away from them. Julie,

The Strip itself is generally a very safe place (it's in Las Vegas' best interet to make sure that's the case). Make sure to use the basic precautions that a solo traveler should use anywhere when you're on the street, in your hotel or in a casino, bar or club and it's not likely you'll have any problems. Do be sure to stick to the main tourist areas, though, as things can get shady pretty quickly away from them.

]]> By: Julie http://firsttimelasvegas.com/how-to-make-the-most-of-the-free-drinks/#comment-576 Julie Sun, 19 Jun 2011 14:56:18 +0000 http://firsttimelasvegas.com/2009/04/how-to-make-the-most-of-the-free-drinks/#comment-576 Hi Im travelling alone on Nov to Las Vegas and staying at the MGM Grand. I am so excited about the trip but was wondering how safe it is for a woman to stay alone. I have been to Canada alone and had no issues and have always felt totally safe in the states, but a few friends are worrying me by asking why am I taking such a risk? Hi Im travelling alone on Nov to Las Vegas and staying at the MGM Grand. I am so excited about the trip but was wondering how safe it is for a woman to stay alone. I have been to Canada alone and had no issues and have always felt totally safe in the states, but a few friends are worrying me by asking why am I taking such a risk?

]]> By: Steve the Texan http://firsttimelasvegas.com/how-to-make-the-most-of-the-free-drinks/#comment-156 Steve the Texan Mon, 05 Jul 2010 01:45:40 +0000 http://firsttimelasvegas.com/2009/04/how-to-make-the-most-of-the-free-drinks/#comment-156 Dianne, those are a couple of big questions. I suggest first looking through our "Bargains," "Where to Stay," Days" and "Nights" sections for a few ideas. Information in there should help narrow down what you're looking for. Dianne, those are a couple of big questions. I suggest first looking through our "Bargains," "Where to Stay," Days" and "Nights" sections for a few ideas. Information in there should help narrow down what you're looking for.

]]> By: Dianne http://firsttimelasvegas.com/how-to-make-the-most-of-the-free-drinks/#comment-155 Dianne Thu, 01 Jul 2010 21:59:29 +0000 http://firsttimelasvegas.com/2009/04/how-to-make-the-most-of-the-free-drinks/#comment-155 hi, hubby and myself are planning on a trip in early October for 3 or 4 nights. What is the best hotel to stay at for the most reasonable price and what are the best sights to see. I think maybe the Grand Caynon and a show. Any other recommendations. hi, hubby and myself are planning on a trip in early October for 3 or 4 nights. What is the best hotel to stay at for the most reasonable price and what are the best sights to see. I think maybe the Grand Caynon and a show. Any other recommendations.

]]> By: Pablo Job http://firsttimelasvegas.com/how-to-make-the-most-of-the-free-drinks/#comment-154 Pablo Job Mon, 28 Jun 2010 15:41:35 +0000 http://firsttimelasvegas.com/2009/04/how-to-make-the-most-of-the-free-drinks/#comment-154 Ok...so here is a GREAT drinking game to play and learn...Pai Gow Poker. Try to find a $5.00 table, they are scarce on the strip but you can find them during the day. Even $10.00 a hand is slow enough. The dealer will even help you out, just make sure everyone has already set your hand...nice slow social game with a lot of pushes. Also..tip your waitress $5.00 the first time around if you are staying for awhile...goes A LONG way to good will and speed, and if you drink mixed drinks the glass magically gets bigger and the drinks get stronger!!! Another way to drink is to go to the sports book place a bet and make sure you get your drink tickets. Some just make you show that you made a bet and you can drink all day. Ok...so here is a GREAT drinking game to play and learn...Pai Gow Poker. Try to find a $5.00 table, they are scarce on the strip but you can find them during the day. Even $10.00 a hand is slow enough. The dealer will even help you out, just make sure everyone has already set your hand...nice slow social game with a lot of pushes. Also..tip your waitress $5.00 the first time around if you are staying for awhile...goes A LONG way to good will and speed, and if you drink mixed drinks the glass magically gets bigger and the drinks get stronger!!! Another way to drink is to go to the sports book place a bet and make sure you get your drink tickets. Some just make you show that you made a bet and you can drink all day.

]]> By: Jen http://firsttimelasvegas.com/how-to-make-the-most-of-the-free-drinks/#comment-153 Jen Sun, 06 Jun 2010 22:47:50 +0000 http://firsttimelasvegas.com/2009/04/how-to-make-the-most-of-the-free-drinks/#comment-153 The Casino Royal has $1 beer and margaritas.. Just as much as if you tipped the waitresses anyway! Also for sure bring kids to Vegas if you are a parent who isn't going to be out all night drinking and gambling. My family went and we had a blast. There is alot more to do in Vegas then you may think. We rented a car and went all over. My kids had more fun there then Disneyland!! The Casino Royal has $1 beer and margaritas.. Just as much as if you tipped the waitresses anyway! Also for sure bring kids to Vegas if you are a parent who isn't going to be out all night drinking and gambling. My family went and we had a blast. There is alot more to do in Vegas then you may think. We rented a car and went all over. My kids had more fun there then Disneyland!!

]]> By: Karen http://firsttimelasvegas.com/how-to-make-the-most-of-the-free-drinks/#comment-152 Karen Wed, 17 Mar 2010 22:23:30 +0000 http://firsttimelasvegas.com/2009/04/how-to-make-the-most-of-the-free-drinks/#comment-152 Hi, there is a group of us coming to vegas in october for my friends wedding. we are staying at caesars palace, has any one stayed here before to tell me what is like? is there any recommendations of must do's while we are there? as i am my friends briadesmaid i want to make it speacial for her. Thanks Hi,
there is a group of us coming to vegas in october for my friends wedding. we are staying at caesars palace, has any one stayed here before to tell me what is like? is there any recommendations of must do's while we are there? as i am my friends briadesmaid i want to make it speacial for her.
Thanks

]]> By: Chinny http://firsttimelasvegas.com/how-to-make-the-most-of-the-free-drinks/#comment-151 Chinny Tue, 16 Feb 2010 21:17:36 +0000 http://firsttimelasvegas.com/2009/04/how-to-make-the-most-of-the-free-drinks/#comment-151 Hi, We're looking at renting a suite out at the Signature, MGM. Is it in a good location? NOt really into gambling, but would love to see the sights and colours of Vegas. Oh, there might be a group of us...about 12 adults! Any other suggestions (apart from MGM?) Thanks Hi,
We're looking at renting a suite out at the Signature, MGM. Is it in a good location? NOt really into gambling, but would love to see the sights and colours of Vegas. Oh, there might be a group of us...about 12 adults!
Any other suggestions (apart from MGM?)
Thanks

]]> By: Steve the Texan http://firsttimelasvegas.com/how-to-make-the-most-of-the-free-drinks/#comment-150 Steve the Texan Sun, 31 Jan 2010 18:41:53 +0000 http://firsttimelasvegas.com/2009/04/how-to-make-the-most-of-the-free-drinks/#comment-150 Our official position on bringing kids to Las Vegas is simple: Don't. Vegas revolves around the very-adult trinity of sex, money and booze. It's just not a great spot for a family vacation. That said, if you do bring the teens to town, the Stratosphere, Circus Circus and Excalibur tend to have more families than most other major hotels. Here's a link to another article that may be useful: <a href="/what-can-a-19-year-old-girl-do/" rel="nofollow">What can a 19-year-old girl do?</a> Our official position on bringing kids to Las Vegas is simple: Don't. Vegas revolves around the very-adult trinity of sex, money and booze. It's just not a great spot for a family vacation.

That said, if you do bring the teens to town, the Stratosphere, Circus Circus and Excalibur tend to have more families than most other major hotels.

Here's a link to another article that may be useful: What can a 19-year-old girl do?

]]> By: julieny34 http://firsttimelasvegas.com/how-to-make-the-most-of-the-free-drinks/#comment-149 julieny34 Sun, 31 Jan 2010 17:04:46 +0000 http://firsttimelasvegas.com/2009/04/how-to-make-the-most-of-the-free-drinks/#comment-149 planning r first trip to vegas and r bring 3 teens... I have heard mixed messages where to stay ????? planning r first trip to vegas and r bring 3 teens... I have heard mixed messages where to stay ?????

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