I have never been to Las Vegas but will be going for the first time this summer as a bridesmaid for my friend's bachelorette party. I am not a Vegas person: I don't drink or club, I don't like being around lots of people all the time, my budget is extremely tight, and crashing at the yucky hotel we're staying at sets off all my buttons in every way. Am I going to be able to realistically make this happen, or do I need to figure out a way to bail now?
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posted by These Birds of a Feather
on Mar 17, 2013 -
62 answers
Mixed bag of USA travel questions! Feed me for one night in Vegas. Tell me cool things to do and eat in Seattle and Portland (anything special on while I'm there?). Anything I should shop for because it is way cheaper than Australia (everything?!), not available in Australia and is a must have, or lets me take advantage of having US IP address (e.g. Kindle subscriptions)? T-mobile deal for my phone?
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posted by AnnaRat
on Mar 11, 2013 -
24 answers
Next month, I will be travelling to Las Vegas. For the very first time in my life. I have a whole bunch of Vegas-newbie questions. I’d like to ask you for your help.
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posted by jason's_planet
on Feb 27, 2013 -
28 answers
I have to go down to Las Vegas for a tradeshow at the Wynn, but the first two days I have a LOT of downtime. There's not a lot I'm interested seeing in Las Vegas, but I do have a fair amount of work I need to get done. Is there a nice or interesting place to squat and get work done? The Las Vegas equivalent of a nice coffee shop for remote workers?
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posted by thomsplace
on Feb 25, 2013 -
3 answers
Other than the
Peppermill, the
Neon Graveyard, or some of the casinos on Fremont Street, where are the best places to visit in Las Vegas to experience the faded but still garish glory of the 60s and 70s?
posted by I EAT TAPAS
on Nov 20, 2012 -
5 answers
Where is the best gym on the Las Vegas strip to run 18 miles on the treadmill?
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posted by 26.2
on Sep 15, 2012 -
3 answers
My son and I will be in Las Vegas for two days. This will be our first father/son outing alone together in a long time with no other family around. What are some fun/bonding things to do in sin city? My son is seventeen years old, likes heavy metal (so does his father), video games (so does his father) and japanese animation (unlike his father).
posted by gertzedek
on Jul 29, 2012 -
17 answers
Can you suggest a decent-but-not-terribly-expensive hotel in Las Vegas where I can stay at the beginning and end of a road trip? Proximity to the airport is a must.
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posted by bondcliff
on Feb 9, 2012 -
16 answers
What's the best way to book tours and activities for a long weekend in Las Vegas - online ahead of time, or when we get there? Also looking for other fun things to do.
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posted by 5_13_23_42_69_666
on Feb 8, 2012 -
4 answers
What are some unconventional things to do in Vegas? I've done just about everything obvious. Halloween activities could be especially fun.
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posted by JJkiss
on Oct 5, 2011 -
12 answers
I'm looking for a great Thanksgiving dining out option for Thanksgiving dinner in Vegas for 3 adults.
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posted by eggm4n
on Oct 5, 2011 -
3 answers
It's going to be my first time in Las Vegas. Help me make my 5 days there awesome and super memorable.
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posted by empatterson
on Sep 13, 2011 -
29 answers
Its roadtrip planning time again! I'm looking for suggestions for quirky, fun, maybe ghosty, campy, interesting places to visit, eat and/or stay somewhere between the Grand Canyon and Phoenix. We were considering maybe somewhere around Flagstaff or Jerome. Especially big bonus points for fabulous places not to miss Halloween weekend in those parts!
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posted by meeshell
on Aug 30, 2011 -
6 answers
Heading from Las Vegas to Denton, Texas, starting tomorrow with my vegan friend. Where should we eat...here, Texas and along the way?
posted by iamkimiam
on Aug 4, 2011 -
5 answers
We are staying at an off-strip suites hotel in Las Vegas. Found bed bugs after our first night, and after an initially good response, we're concerned we're going to get the run-around from the hotel. Additional complications with pregnancy and chemicals mean that we need to be sure we're bug free without poisoning our little one, but I don't think the hotel has the same priorities...
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posted by anonymous
on Jul 15, 2011 -
6 answers
What is the best (outlet) shopping between the Los Angeles area and Los Vegas? My friends want to stop at one place and spend a few hours shopping.
posted by Monday
on Apr 11, 2011 -
6 answers
I'm ending up with two days on my own in Las Vegas. Any recommendations for outdoorsy things to do while I'm there?
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posted by pixiecrinkle
on Mar 21, 2011 -
12 answers
I've got a 6 hour layover in Las Vegas today. What can I do with my carry-on bag and how can I get to the strip and get a meal relatively cheaply?
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posted by msbrauer
on Feb 28, 2011 -
9 answers
Hi all! A really good friend of mine is looking for a psychiatrist out here in Las Vegas, Nv. She's had bad experiences with them in the past, and the one good one she found ended up retiring some time ago. She's currently on foreign medication and wants to transition to US drugs, so wants to find a new doc to help with figuring out what she should be on, etc (basically, high anxiety issues and some other things, but a lot of it stemming from some really rough events in her past).
Any recommendations?
posted by Driph
on Feb 18, 2011 -
1 answer
I'm thinking of going to Las Vegas for New Years Eve with Mrs. filthy light thief, to visit a friend of hers who lives out there and ring in the new year. EXCEPT: we're looking to avoid crowds. And traffic. Is this actually possible?
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posted by filthy light thief
on Dec 21, 2010 -
5 answers
So long, sentimentality -- I'm doing Christmas in Las Vegas this year. To that end I am researching places to have dinner on Christmas Day, maybe something traditional-ish and medium-high in price. Any suggestions? Are most restaurants open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day? Will I need reservations? Lay your holiday Vegas anecdotes on me!
posted by jess
on Dec 13, 2010 -
6 answers
Why are the roads so shiny in Las Vegas, like they're a polished surface? And, as a corollary, why is the paint on the street barely visible throughout town?
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posted by speedgraphic
on Oct 29, 2010 -
4 answers
Explain to me the economics of prostitution advertising in Vegas - specifically the people who stand on the street corners on the strip and hand out cards/books with photos & phone numbers.
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posted by ish__
on Oct 19, 2010 -
13 answers
I'm going to Las Vegas over the weekend and meeting with a friend for lunch on Sunday (and possibly also dinner) and we have some overlapping food issues that are making finding places a little tricky.
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posted by FritoKAL
on Sep 30, 2010 -
7 answers
I'm British, male, in my late twenties, straight, and it's years since I last slept with a woman. Years. I'm going to be in Las Vegas in a few weeks and I'm wondering about resurrecting my lost sexuality there. Please help me think this through.
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posted by anonymous
on Sep 22, 2010 -
26 answers
Vegas, again. Please help me with some ideas for a rapidly approaching Vegas trip.
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posted by utsutsu
on Sep 8, 2010 -
17 answers
What's the best way to save money on tickets to Las Vegas shows? Discount ticket websites, physical shops that sell tickets to many venues, going early to the venue in question, or something else? Details inside.
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posted by filthy light thief
on Jul 27, 2010 -
12 answers
Is there a place in Las Vegas, Nevada that services mobility scooters?
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posted by DMan
on Jul 21, 2010 -
1 answer
Can you suggest fun "alternative" places to go dancing in Vegas this coming Friday, Saturday or Sunday? Looking for an unpretentious indie/electro, 80s or goth/industrial place.
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posted by faunafrailty
on Jul 8, 2010 -
1 answer
LasVegasFilter: I am looking for a reasonably priced and talented tailor... dress shirts mostly.
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posted by yoyoceramic
on Jun 18, 2010 -
2 answers
We're in Vegas near the strip. We'd like a take-out dinner to delight our taste buds, but not break our wallet. We're tired and overwhelmed with unfamiliar choices. Suggestions?
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posted by moira
on Jun 5, 2010 -
5 answers
Emergency trade show display in Las Vegas by Tuesday morning?
My colleagues just went to Las Vegas for an important trade show. We had a lovely display background made for our booth - a
Skyline Mirage. Unfortunately, our guys forgot to take the display on the plane! :/ We need the booth to be ready by noon on Tuesday. Can we get a similar display made in Las Vegas by that time?
Any ideas most welcome!
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posted by krilli
on May 23, 2010 -
13 answers
In a few months, I'm heading to Las Vegas for a conference. I am absolutely not a gambler, but figure I'll spend an hour or two checking out some of the gaudiest casinos and maybe playing some slots. But, for some reason, I also have an urge to try playing blackjack. My question is twofold: 1. What can I expect from the blackjack-playing experience? I've only played slots before and have never interacted with anyone at a casino. How can I keep from looking like an idiot? 2. Any recommended resources for basic blackjack strategy?
posted by laze
on Mar 23, 2010 -
28 answers
