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Las
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The
full name of the Las Vegas Airport is "McCarran International
Airport." There are approximately 800 daily
flights at McCarran International Airport. It serves more than 10.2
million passengers a year, making it the 10th busiest airport in North
America and the 16th busiest in the world in terms of passengers.
Limousine and taxi service is available 24 hours. Private aviation is
serviced at McCarran, North Las Vegas Air Terminal, and Sky Harbor.
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LOWEST RATES for shuttle service between McCarran International Airport
and the Strip and Downtown Hotels. Your purchase includes transportation
to and from the airport and hotel. Airport Shuttle - Every 15 Minutes to the Strip and Downtown
Vegas! Present your voucher at the Gray Line Airport Booth or
to the driver, located outside of door #10 of the baggage claim
area. Schedule your return by
calling Gray Line Shuttle Reservations at 1 702 739 5700.
Gray Line/Coach USA/Express Shuttle ****Best
Choice****
(702) 384 1234 or (800) 634 6579
Operates 7:00 a.m. - 1:30 a.m.
To Strip hotels One-Way - Only $5.75! Downtown hotels - $7.75
CLICK HERE FOR YOUR COUPON!
TIP: Before arranging a shuttle,
many of the area hotels/motels provide free shuttle service. Be sure to
check with your hotel/motel when making reservations to see if they
provide airport pick-up service.
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If you arrive in Vegas with a carry-on bag and
you're staying downtown, try catching the CAT (Citizen Area Transit) bus
from the airport to downtown Vegas, with no transfers. Note: seniors can
ride for $1.10 with an ID issued by the local transport authority.
Routes 108 (Downtown and Paradise Road) and 109 (Downtown and Maryland Parkway) have direct access to the airport and stop outside
the arrivals and baggage claim area. Call (702) 228 7433 for more
information.
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Taxi service is abundant in Las Vegas and are available 24 hours a day.
All have meters.
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Budget Rental Car
Avis Car Rental
Dollar
Rent a Car
Thrifty Car Rental
Alamo Rental Car
National Car Rental
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Intercity Bus
Transportation |
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This is a major Greyhound station with 24 hour
service. There are connections to many cities throughout the United States
and Canada. Las Vegas Bus
Center provides intercity passenger, package delivery and charter service.
Depot for Trailways and Greyhound. Location:
200 S
Main St., Las Vegas,
Phone:
(702)
384-9561
Baggage: (702) 384-9568, Greyhound Package Express: (702)
384-9568
Customer Service: (702) 384-8009, Charter: (800) 454-2487
For bus schedules, fares
and reservations visit
www.greyhound.com
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The Las Vegas Citizens Area Transit (CAT)
services the residential routes of Las Vegas and Henderson in addition to
the Strip.
The system
consists of 48 routes served by 308 buses, carrying close to 150,000
passengers everyday in the greater Las Vegas Valley. Most routes operate
5:30 a.m. to 1:30 a.m. seven days a week. Some routes operate
24-hours a day. Check the routes and timetables for more specific
information. If you can’t find the information you’re looking for on their
website, call CAT Customer Service at 228-7433 (CAT-RIDE) or pick up a CAT
Guide at locations throughout the valley or on a CAT bus. This informative
booklet provides all the information you’ll need to plan your trip on CAT.
The Las Vegas Strip Trolley goes up and down the
Strip for 9:30am to 2am daily. It stops at all the major Strip locations
from the Stratosphere at the north end to Mandalay Bay at the south end,
making a loop. Exact fare of $1.50 per ride is required.
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Average
temperatures:
January is between 56F (13C) and 33F (1C).
July is between 75F (24C) and 105F (41C).
With an average 320 days of sunshine per year and only 4.19 inches of
rainfall.
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The city of Las Vegas is 2,174 feet above
sea level.
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Most
health risks in Las Vegas are related to the heat - after all it is in
the desert. It gets mighty hot so bring your sunscreen with you (even if
you think you will be inside all the time). Drink lots of water
-especially in Las Vegas where your alcohol consumption may be higher
and cause dehydration. Limit your sun exposure to early morning and late
afternoon.
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Las Vegas, Henderson, Green Valley, Boulder City, Mt.
Charleston, Jean and Primm.
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Approximately half the
visitors to Las Vegas arrive by automobile. The principal highway is I-15,
which connects with southern California to the southwest and Utah to the
northeast. U.S. 93 (Boulder Highway and Fremont Street in Las Vegas)
extends into Arizona to the southeast, where it merges with I-40. U.S. 95
brings traffic from northern California and Reno. When there's an
opportunity to fill up, drivers en route to Las Vegas should keep in mind
that the next gas station can be an hour away.
Las Vegas is an easy city to
navigate, and most of the large hotels and casinos are along the
"Strip" called Las Vegas Boulevard.
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The
number for Nevada road conditions is toll free 1 877 687 6237
From California Only 1 800 427 7623
California Road Conditions (916) 445 7623
Or visit their website
http://www.nevadadot.com/traveler/
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National Parks offer some great deals on entrance fees and 50% discounts
off facilities. You can purchase an annual National Parks Pass for
$50 and admits the pass signee and any accompanying passengers in a
private vehicle. Seniors 62
years or older can get a Golden Age Passport for a one time
processing charge of $10. You must purchase a Golden Age Passport in
person (it is not available by mail or telephone). This can be done at
any NPS facility that charges an entrance fee. At time of purchase you
must show proof of age (62 years or older) and be a citizen or permanent
resident of the United States.
For information about these and other passes visit
http://www.nps.gov/fees_passes.htm
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Here is a listing of Campgrounds and RV Parks for Las Vegas. The only one
we have checked out and can highly recommend is Circus Circus. We will be
reviewing these - but if you have a comment on any of the parks - please
let us know. Thanks.
California Hotel RV Park - (702) 388 2665
Circus Circus - (702) 734 0410 - Great Park! See comments below in FAQs
section.
Circusland RV Park - (702) 734 0410
Covered Wagon RV Park - (702) 384 4076
Destiny's Oasis Las Vegas RV Park - (702) 263 5155
Hitchin' Post RV Park - (702) 644 1043
Holiday Travel Park - (702) 451 8005
King's Row Trailer Park - (702) 457 3606
KOA Las Vegas - (702) 451 5527
Military Park - (702) 643 3060
Primadonna RV Village - 1 (800) FUN STOP
Riviera Travel Trailer Park - (702) 457 8700
Sam's Town RV Park - (702) 454 8055
Showboat RV Park - (702) 383 9333
Silverton Hotel & /Casino RV Park - 1 (800) 588 7711
Sunrise RV Park - (702) 458 7275
Western RV Park - (702) 384 1033
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Las Vegas is a large city where you should exercise caution.
Do not leave your purse or personal items unattended - even in the casino.
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Local Tourist Information Office |
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Visitors in the casinos must be at least 21
years of age with no exceptions. No Children can enter the casino
floor unless you are walking through the casino, on the pathways, with
your youngster in tow. As long as you're on the move, you're OK. For
families the off-strip casinos frequently provide free child care.
No photographs can be taken inside the casino. No cell phones
can be used while in the Sports Book or while playing a live casino game
(black jack, roulette, etc.). There are lots more rules, but these are
most important for planning your trip.
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FAQ
Hotel transportation |
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Is there a shuttle
service from the airport to the Stratosphere hotel? Fred
Some hotels do have a shuttle service from the airport and even to
other hotels/casinos throughout Las Vegas. The Stratosphere does not
provide a shuttle from the airport to their hotel. The best deal is Gray
Line's Airport Shuttle to Strip hotels One-Way - Only $5.75! Downtown hotels - $7.75.
CLICK HERE FOR YOUR COUPON!
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FAQ
Driving
from LV
to Hoover Dam
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Greetings!
We're staying at the Bellagio, and want to pick our friend up at the
airport, and go straight to Hoover Dam. Is it on the way, and can you
give me driving directions & approximate times? -- Linda
I found your information. Visit their website
http://www.usbr.gov/lc/hooverdam, click on "Visiting
Hoover Dam" and then "Maps and Driving Instructions". They also have a
coupon for $1.00 off Admission online that you can print and use.
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FAQ
RV Parks |
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"Could
you tell if any of the casinos have RV hook-ups. We will be
traveling to Vegas in the near future." - Mickey
Las Vegas is a great town and I'm sure that you will have
a blast. My family stayed at the Circus Circus RV Park on the strip and
loved it! They have full hook ups and were able to accommodate our large
bus. The RV Park has it's own pool and we felt it was better than the
hotel pool because it get earlier sun in the morning. The only drawback
was that we had to provide our own towels (we borrowed them from the
hotel pool area!). They also have their own shop for drinks and stuff
and a game room for kids. You should book early as they do fill up fast!
Click here to visit Circus
Circus.
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Las Vegas
Sights, Places of Interest and Do-It-Yourself Tours
Great Travel Tips
Our Favorite
Travel Links
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If
you have any questions, comments or if you have any full or half day
trips you would like to add, we would be very happy to share them with
the world!
Send all the details to Karen, your Travel Guide, at
info@destinationcoupons.com
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