I want to plan a trip to Vegas for my 21st birthday...but I don't know where to start...?

Question

I know I want to see Toni Braxton and stay in an exquisite but not too costly hotel. It's just me and my boyfriend and the budget we've planned for lodging and activity is $1500 and we want to stay 3 days at the end of July...

Answer 1

Sandy’s Vegas Guide

Things to remember:
1.Drinks are free when you’re gambling. Sitting at a bar and playing a few dollars in a poker machine will get you a free drink. Sitting at a machine in the casino will get you the same. Tipping the waitress or bartender a dollar or two will keep her coming back. If you walk up to the bar and order drinks, you’re going to pay lots more, even for soda or bottled water.
2.Player’s Cards: Before you begin gambling, get a player’s card. Most places offer sign up deals (a coffee cup, a free meal, assorted coupons). If you get a card where you’re staying and you use it while you’re gambling, you can “save” the points and use then toward your room when you check out. Some casinos will combine accounts for married couples, some don’t. I always get a card in my name and ask for a second card. I play with one and my husband plays with the other. That way all the points are going to one card, and accumulate faster. Plus … you’ll get offers in the mail for your next trip!
3.Beware of time-share people! As you walk through the hotels and along the strip, you’ll be approached by people who want to give you free show tickets, free tours, free meals, etc. These are time-share sales people. They promise freebies in exchange for an hour of your time. I warn everyone about this but some people just don’t listen. A friend of mine decided an hour of her time was worth giving up in exchange for a show. So her and her husband accepted, were put on a bus and taken to a “presentation” and weren’t bought back for SIX hours. Their only escape would have been to take a cab back to the strip but that would have been expensive and they wouldn’t have gotten their “free” show tickets. The best way to get these people to lose interest in you and move on to the next person is to say, “Thanks, but we’re leaving tonight.”
4.Free Pulls: Some of the casinos offer “free pulls” on a special slot machine as you walk in the door. There are usually no strings attached, you pull the lever and win something. Usually it’s a key ring or a hat; sometimes it’s a free buffet. Sometimes it’s a coupon for a “fun book” (a book of coupons for that casino). To get the fun book, you can be sure you’re going to have to walk to a far, far corner in the casino. They want to get you WAY inside.
5.$40 for $20: Some casinos offer $40 in slot play for $20. What they don’t tell you is that it’s on a bank of “special” machines, and you can’t cash out for cash. Instead, you play the $40 and then choose a prize based on the credits. So before you hand over your $20, take a look at the prizes being offered. If there’s something in there that’s worth paying $20 for – have fun. If not, keep walking.
6.Valet: If you’re going to be renting a car while you’re there, valet parking is the way to go. For a $2 tip, you can park at a hotel or casino and visit the nearby hotels and casinos.
7.Bus: If you use the busses that run up and down the strip, put your wallet in your front pocket. Vegas is the favorite vacation spot for pick-pocketers, too.
8.Cabs: Cabs are more expensive than a bus, but faster and less waiting. Almost all hotels have a cab line outside one of their doors, a line of cabs waiting for the next fare. A hotel employee will whistle for the next cab in line when you ask for a cab.


Things to see (and most are FREE!):
1.The Freemont Street Experience: Every night there is a light and music show that stretches for blocks. It’s an amazing thing to see … and it’s FREE. Freemont Street is in downtown Vegas, you’ll need to take a cab if you don’t have a car. The street is blocked off from traffic and you can stand in the street and look up and watch the show. (Another place to keep a close check on your wallet.) There’s a different show every 30 minutes, beginning at 8:00 or 8:30 PM. Show times and pictures can be seen at: http://www.vegasexperience.com/ Be sure to check out the video! Freemont Street also has performers and kiosks all along it. Lots to see and worth a trip. Downtown used to be nasty and scary, but they’ve cleaned it up and it’s clean and safe now. Just don’t wander too far off Freemont on any of the side streets. You probably wouldn’t want to anyway, most of the action is right on Freemont.
2.The Fountains at Bellagio: Don’t miss this! It’s a 900-foot long row of fountains that “dance” to music. The songs change, and it’s awesome to see. More info at: http://www.vegas.com/attractions/on_the_strip/bellagiofountains.html While you’re there, go inside and check out the conservatory. Very impressive!
3.Caesars Forum Shops: If you feel like strolling through Rome, check out the Forum Shops at Caesars Palace. This is also where the talking statues live. More info on the shops and a link to info on the talking statues at: http://www.vegas.com/shopping/forumshops.html
4.The Canal at the Venetian: This is pretty amazing and a MUST see. You feel like you’re in Italy as you stroll along the canal and visit the shops. You can even take a gondola ride. Check out the Canal Shoppes at: http://www.venetian.com/shoppe/index.cfm and get information on the gondolas at: http://www.vegas.com/attractions/on_the_strip/gondola.html?f=m0at&t=stripat
5.The Volcano, The Tigers and The Aquarium at The Mirage: If you go up the moving walkway and through the front door at the Mirage, you’ll see the white tiger. Pretty cool to see. Head through the foliage to the front lobby and check out the wall behind the check-in desk. It’s a HUGE salt-water aquarium. In front of the hotel there is a huge waterfall that turns into an erupting volcano (loud, bright, and hot!) at night. A trip to Vegas without seeing the volcano erupt just wouldn’t be a trip to Vegas. http://www.themirage.com/
6.The Wildlife Habitat at The Flamingo: An outdoor habitat located within the Flamingo. You can see the live flamingos (still haven’t figured out how to kidnap one) plus lots of other birds, fish, and turtles. http://www.vegas.com/attractions/on_the_strip/wildlifehabitat.html
7.Masquerade Village at The Rio: Masquerade Village is inside the casino at the Mirage. There is a parade in the sky with music and dancing and lights that’s pretty cool to see. This is located off the strip, too far to walk, but there is a free shuttle that goes from Harrah’s to Rio and back. More info and a video at: http://www.harrahs.com/our_casinos/rlv/entertainment/entertainment_detail_07.html
8.The Eiffel Tower at Paris: You can take a trip to the top of the Eiffel Tower. http://www.vegas.com/attractions/on_the_strip/eiffeltower.html?f=m0at&t=stripat

Other Info:
You can find a map of the strip and downtown Las Vegas here: http://www.vegas.com/map.html

You can find a show guide here: http://www.vegas.com/shows/index1.html?key=show01 This site has a search engine that allows you to enter the dates you’ll be in town.

More GOOD Las Vegas info:
http://www.visitlasvegas.com

Answer 2

You say lodging and activity, so do you have airfare booked or close to it? I cna help you with that too, but you have to tell me where you are flying in from.

I personally have never had much luck with pakage deals, I know a million people on here have but I've always done it on my own and found great deals. They are definitely worth looking in to though.

Toni Braxton is at the Flamingo which is in the middle of the strip. If you are not renting a car you might want to stay somewhat close to it since it will be very hot at the end of July. But the strip is layed out great so you can walk from anywhere so its not a huge concern.

First thing about Vegas is you'll want to avoid Saturday nights if at all possible and then also try to avoid Friday night as well. Some casinos will not let you check in on a Saturday night. You can stay at Ceasar's for around $200 per night late July, which would be close to the Flamingo and a very nice place to stay. I'd also try the Aladdin or Paris which are just a little further south on the strip, those are nice and not on the low end at all but could run you around $100 per night.

Always go to the hotel you are interested in's website and look for deals or promotions. They are usually a cheaper room rate and a load of coupons to go with them. And keep checking back as your trip gets closer. I saved over 50% off my room rate by just checking back in and calling to get the lower rate.

Then think about if you want to rent a car and what else you'd like to do. Vegas is great because you really don't have to plan a lot. Its fun to walk around and decide what sounds interesting. I'd also book those show tickets once you got your dates and everything settled to get the best seats.

Have a great time!

Answer 3

End of July? Should be easy. Dont book air until 90 days out. Actually, dont book anything until than. Things change here fast., Make sure tony is in town when You want to be, Some acts take the summer off

Answer 4

I recommend Luxor, redesigned inside for 20s and two night clubs, or TI. But nothing wrong with PH. Clubbing expensive. Entrance fee $25plus, water $8, drinks $30-40, and table/chairs only available with bottle fee at $350 up for 4 people. I would suggest everyone split cost of room and airfare, and individually be responsible for the rest like food and gambling. If you club, split the bill

Answer 5

Try expedia or travelocity for package prices with airfare and hotel. If you are worried about what kind of hotel you are staying in, use tripadvisor.com and you can read actual user's ratings from when they stayed there.

Good luck. I went last July and it was almost 100 degrees everyday.

Answer 6

There are many websites to help you plan your trip. You should definitely check out the Voodoo Lounge, located at the top of the Rio hotel. The view is amazing.
Try these websites to plan your trip:
http://www.cheapovegas.com/index.php
http://www.frommers.com/destinations/lasvegas/
http://www.bestfares.com/home.asp
http://www.alllasvegastours.com/

Answer 7

www.vegas.com

You can find dirt cheap rooms and flights here. It's thru US Airways.

Also - get a guidebook or wander around the 'net to figure out what hotel interests you the most.

www.mgmmirage.com <---- links you to ALL their properties (which is most of the ones on the Strip)
www.venetian.com
www.parislv.com

Answer 8

try this link
http://www.ytbtravel.com/davidmartey...