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  • I've been to Las Vegas over 50 times. Here are the 9 big mistakes I see most first-time visitors make.

I've been to Las Vegas over 50 times. Here are the 9 big mistakes I see most first-time visitors make.

Wendy LeeSep 10, 2024, 21:25 IST

Many Las Vegas tourists fly into Harry Reid International Airport in Paradise, Nevada.Usa-Pyon/Shutterstock

  • My husband and I have visited Las Vegas more than 50 times in the past two decades.
  • I've seen first-timers repeat mistakes, from missing hotel deals to refusing to leave the Strip.
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I've been to Las Vegas over 50 times and want others to enjoy Sin City as much as I do.

I've been visiting Las Vegas for over 20 years.Wendy Lee

If your schedule is flexible, check hotel rates for a variety of dates to find the best deal.

The Bellagio Hotel & Casino is one of my favorite hotels in Las Vegas.Wendy Lee
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Vacationing in Las Vegas can be expensive, so decide what's worth splurging on ahead of time.

Before you spend a ton of money at casinos, go into your trip with a financial plan.Aaron Black/Getty Images

Reservations are always a good idea when it comes to dining at popular Las Vegas restaurants.

Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill is located in the MGM Grand Hotel & Casino.Shutterstock
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You can probably get discounted tickets to shows and activities, but you have to be resourceful.

"O" is a Cirque du Soleil stage production at the Bellagio.Shutterstock

Shop for basic items at local drugstores and convenience stores to save a few dollars.

During my trips, I've found that the food and beverages at ABC Stores are usually more affordable than the items sold in hotel shops.Shutterstock
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Be ready to walk a lot — and then some more.

The Las Vegas Strip takes around 90 minutes to walk from start to finish.George Rose/Getty Images

Unless you have a reason to use your car, I don't recommend moving it after you've parked at your hotel.

There are many options when it comes to modes of transportation in Las Vegas.Education Images/Getty Images
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The local museums don't make it onto every traveler's itinerary, but they show a different side of Las Vegas.

Travelers can purchase tickets to The Neon Museum ahead of time to guarantee entry.Wendy Lee

Enjoy the Strip, but don't be afraid to take some time away from it.

The Valley of Fire State Park is only an hour away from the Strip.Wendy Lee
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