Las Vegas Local Customs

  to the shop
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  • to the shop
      to the shop
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  • going to the souvenir shop
      going to the souvenir shop
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  • an atm machine
      an atm machine
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  • more atm mcahines
      more atm mcahines
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  • then play the slot machines again hehehe
      then play the slot machines again hehehe
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Tipping / Money Matters

Tipping / Money Matters, Las Vegas

 46 Reviews  like the handgun and the bullet which are inseparable. the modern casino invention of the paper voucher to print your winnings at the slot machines and then you can encash it to it's partner, the... 

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Casinos / Gambling

Casinos / Gambling, Las Vegas

 24 Reviews  When I play poker, I always tip the dealer $1 if I win. $2 if it's a huge pot. They work a very monotonous job. And if you believe in luck, you don't want to mess it up! Also as a side note, drinks... 

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Beautiful / Intriguing / Wierd

Beautiful / Intriguing / Wierd, Las Vegas

 16 Reviews  Las Vegas really earns the monicker "SIN CITY" why? because it is only in Las Vegas where there are lots of Street People (mostly Latinos and female) hand out many different photo cards of Adult... 

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Vegas Facts

Vegas Facts, Las Vegas

 16 Reviews  This is something that you will see a lot in Las Vegas but never in a brochure - there were at least 4 hotels in May 2008 under construction, no one ever has a vacant lot or building site on their... 

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Tourists / Residents

Tourists / Residents, Las Vegas

 21 Reviews  The neighborhood of Henderson, about 15 minutes drive from the strip, is very quiet and very beautiful. All the houses are painted the same and the roofs are similar all throughout. My... 

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Entertainment

Entertainment, Las Vegas

 20 Reviews  To see how the locals put on the productions that dazzle thousands every evening, take this tour. You will be led by an actual showgirl backstage at the jubilee theater, where you will see the... 

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Weddings

Weddings, Las Vegas

 9 Reviews  One reason that Las Vegas became a marriage location was due to the ease of obtaining a license at all hours of the day and night. The lack of a waiting period, no blood tests, and the need for only... 

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Memorials / Tributes

Memorials / Tributes, Las Vegas

 6 Reviews  my name is steve and i spent alot of time looking for a good tattoo shop and tattoo artist one name kept coming up Derek Rubright at Chrome Gypsy Tattoo his work is amazing i dont know why you would... 

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Past & Present

Past & Present, Las Vegas

 6 Reviews  las vegas may be Sin City but every sin city has it's inferno and here in las vegas, there are lots of establishments whether casino complexes or hotels or hot spots that have closed, gone bust and... 

10.

Encore Shot Glass

Encore Shot Glass, Las Vegas

 machomikemd Says:  again, I'm an avid collector of Shot Glasses of all kinds and types and on a revisit to las vegas and staying at the Encore, I must have one of their souvenir... 

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When taking the bus

When taking the bus, Las Vegas

 joiwatani Says:  They just came up with the double buses and in order to get a better view, make sure to go to the deck. It is nicer to seat up front where you can see the view... 

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Shopping in Las Vegas

Shopping in Las Vegas, Las Vegas

 joiwatani Says:  I can truly say that Las Vegas has a different shopping culture. It didn't matter how you look or how you dress, as long as you have the mighty dollar and the... 

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Affordable Internet access at Showcase Mall

Affordable Internet access at Showcase Mall, Las Vegas

 Jefie Says:  Since most big hotels charge a hefty price for in-room Internet access, we were happy to find a 24h Internet cafe at the Showcase Mall that was quite... 

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Just say no

Just say no, Las Vegas

 boltonian Says:  The big downside to Vegas as a family resort is the Mexican guys and women who give out free 'call girl' booklets in the street. These are basically free porn... 

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Pin up cards

Pin up cards, Las Vegas

 Martinewezel Says:  These cards make part of the scene. Every 50 steps 4 or 5 overacting people put a few of these specimens in your hand, only if you are a male person of course!... 

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Camels!

Camels!, Las Vegas

 bugalugs Says:  Did you know that until 1870 camels were used here in the desert as pack animals. Yes I know its not a local custom now, and you wouldnt expect to see a camel... 

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Saving money

Saving money, Las Vegas

 bugalugs Says:  There is a huge coca cola bottle situated next to the MGM Grand Hotel where you can buy same day tickets for shows at apparently 1/2 price. We were going to try... 

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Tip if you receive good service.

Tip if you receive good service., Las Vegas

 engitalunion Says:  Compared with other parts of the world tips are Expected and 10 to 15 % is typical . As a result the service is generally good though . They can be sarcastic... 

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Be Prepared to Walk

Be Prepared to Walk, Las Vegas

 Gage17 Says:  With this I am not only speaking of around the Strip, but also in your hotel. These are grandiose complexes built to keep you (and your money) on property. Wear... 

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How to Make a Reservation

How to Make a Reservation, Las Vegas

 Gage17 Says:  There are different ways to book your hotel room... you can book directly through hotel reservations (phone or internet), or you can use a third party such as a... 

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If you liked this page, maybe...

If you liked this page, maybe..., Las Vegas

 gkitzmil Says:  If you liked this page, maybe you'd like my San Francisco page! (click here) thanks for visiting :-) Greg 

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Bus Pass

Bus Pass, Las Vegas

 joyce&dean Says:  A bus ride costs $2.00 ..A all day pass is $5.00.. Bus does not give change... Bus goes from ens of the strip to Downtown Las Vegas 

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Voting

Voting, Las Vegas

 gravy. Says:  They sure do take the right to vote to a new level in Vegas 

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Top 3 Hotels in Las Vegas

Four Seasons Las Vegas

 8 Reviews and 1175 Opinions  Definitely one of the best hotels in Las Vegas where I found everything what I want. The hotel is at... 

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Green Valley Ranch Resort and Spa Las Vegas / Henderson

 8 Reviews and 640 Opinions  In and out there's a lot to do and see at the Green Valley Ranch casino. When I come to Vegas I make... 

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Encore At Wynn Las Vegas

 5 Reviews and 2137 Opinions  My husband and I went to Las Vegas this week for a medical conference. Our twin 16-month-old boys,... 

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