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While Las Vegas sometimes projects an image of the tourist gambler seated in front of a slot machine, sipping on free drinks and wearing a t-shirt, shorts, and flip-flops, but there is another side to Las Vegas that is much more refined and the image you project can make a difference in several matters--specifically, your accelerated entrance to locations with lines and extra service with a smile ahead of others. Blue jeans, shorts, sandals and similar casual clothing is not preferred (and sometimes, not acceptable) in some establishments. I always make it a point to dress nicely when attending shows or taking transportation somewhere. You will be noticed first by either hosts/hostesses or maitre d's and the like, and oftentimes you will be approached by them first thinking you may be someone of importance and also someone that will tip accordingly. On my most recent trip, I was able to get VIP seating in several venues simply by dressing appropriately and discreetly tipping the host $10 on one occasion and $20 the other. Both times, I was offered immediate service. Las Vegas is tourist-driven and the people working in this industry do rely on tips to an extent. When exceptional service is provided, be prepared to tip accordingly (carry $1's and $5's). The convenience of tipping on the front end can mean less time working your way to a service desk, a bar, etc. as the help will come to you. Website: http://www.accessvegas.com/faqs/tipping-guide.htm
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The Strip and surrounding areas cater to tourists. Those who work in these parts are extremely friendly and helpful, and they work, by and large for tips. Tip the bellman, tip your servers, bartenders, dealers, and tip the person who stands outside and hails the waiting cab. Remember to also tip the people who clean your room, help with show tickets and your cab drivers. Everyone comes to Vegas hoping to have a great time and expecting to spend some money and these folks are the ones who make the experience so worthwhile in many respects. So take care of them. Tipping guidelines: Taxi drivers and servers: 15-20% Bartenders: $1- $2 per drink, unless you've been comped, then give more. Bellman: $1-2 per bag Housekeeping: $2-3 per day, depending on how many people per room, Leave a Comment
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| | | | Tipping / Money Matters: The $20 Trick | Tip Rating: | | | | |
There's this thing that Las Vegas veterans refer to as "the $20 trick" which is where a person, when checking in, offers (sneakily) a $20 bill to the person at the desk with their credit card and asks, "is there any way I can get an upgrade" or something such, in order to get a better room with a better view without paying more (except the $20 "tip"). The message is mixed on how well this works. Apparently sometimes this works very well (though maybe if they'd just asked pleasantly the results would have been the same), and other times the desk person will say "sorry, we don't have anything" and then the person checking in keeps the $20. I've never tried the trick, so am passing on hear-say information. I asked for a room with a view of the Strip at Treasure Island and I was told none was available by a rather snotty clerk, but didn't try the trick because I didn't care that much and, after all, I did get the room via an Internet special. Leave a Comment
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| | | | Tipping / Money Matters: Cocktail Waitresses | Tip Rating: | | | | |
Drinks in Las Vegas are free, as long as you're gambling, however if your spouse is sitting beside you, but not feeding the monster, you can expect to order a drink for them as well. Tip the waitress half the price of a drink, and remember you're still getting a drink for half price. Give a bit more once in a while if you remain at the same spot. The waitress does a lot of walking, so be kind. If you're polite, she will remember where you're sitting. Above all, don't ogle her dress, or lack there of. She is someone's sister or daughter. Tips can be actual currency, or casino coins or chips. Leave a Comment
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The staff that walk the floor, do payouts etc., can be your best friends. They see the action, they know the winning machines, they can direct you to a 'good' machine. Some machines tend to pay out more than others, and it never hurts to get an opportunity to try your luck. Be pleasant, polite, and treat them well, and don't be afraid to ask them for advice. On the other hand, they aren't fortune tellers, they don't know when, or if, the machine will 'hit' while you playing it. Leave a Comment
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