Vegas Tip # 6 - Shoes and Attire

If you are going to do pretty much anything in Vegas, remember that the right kind of shoes are important to the activity you are about to undertake.

Sure if clubbing in club that requires a fancy dress outfit is on the agenda, then those swanky expensive shoes and/or stilettos are a must. Now, mind you, we didn't go into any of the upscale clubs. That's not our thing-- Standing in a long line of people dressed to the nines, while waiting for some guy in a suit to check that your name is on the list, approve your clothing choices, and then decide if you can enter. Our best outfits included comfortable and inexpensive dress shoes, slacks and a favorite button up shirt for my man (not exactly trendy, but I thought he was hot) and a back baring sundress, blue curly locks, and glittery flip flops for me (from my sweetie's attentiveness, I'd say that he felt the same about me). So, on the dress up and go out portions of our Vegas adventure, we were happy and that's all that counted. The actual idea of wearing heels makes me shudder, so I guess there will be no special clubs for us in the future. Trust me, I'm not exactly sad about that.

Now if you decide that you are going to go on the adventure of a lifetime and head to the Grand Canyon or go to the Hiking Park, or one of those other nature related outings- Please do yourself a favor and DRESS COMFORTABLY for the event. Do not wear flip flops or cheap tennis shoes. (We did that last year and it sucked the big one.) Take a pack with snacks and beverages that are suited to your metabolism for the entire trip. Otherwise you are going to either be stuck out or pay through the nose when you finally find civilization again.

In the event that you are going to stroll down the strip, remember that heels are cute but your feet will hate you after just of the freaking huge blocks. Each hotel is massive and the blocks are like 3 or 4 regular ones anywhere else. Remember my posts about transportation? Trams and the Monorail are your friend. The bus is a good friend to have too. Even taking a day to shop in the many malls can be a long walk, so be aware of what your body can take and wear clothing and footgear that will carry you through.

Happy Vacationing and Have Fun!
Buffi BeCraft www.buffibecraft.net

Vegas Tip #2

Foursquare. That's right check in at casinos and restaurants to unlock coupons and discounts. Don`t be afraid to ask and show proof of your winnings just because a server isn't in the know. Be sure to redeem at the local rewards desk.

Vegas tip #1

If traveling to a hotel that actually doesn't provide an in room coffee maker so that you spend a fortune at Starbucks-- Pick up a small coffee maker at CVS or Walgreens.

Then go buy your Starbucks blend to brew.  Also check with housekeeping to see if they provide coffee. Strangely the Luxor does and the great lady serving our room brought cups, sugar/cream, and coffee for us. 

Normally I wouldn't be thrilled to pay 30 dollars for a 4 cup maker... but adding in the 10 days total we reserved and the fact that we drink a LOT of coffee... At 12 dollars a trip, we could be spending 30 or more dollars a day at one of the hotel Starbucks.

Happy Easter and a lovely Sunday to everyone!