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Las Vegas Budget Extenders
By Jean H.
 
I've gone to Vegas so many times as a tourist that I've gotten to know what to look for from the TOURIST's view point...not those way-off-the-Strip places that only the locals can get to!
 
Learn the secrets to having a "cheap" vacation in Las Vegas! A little knowledge is dangerous and I'll let you in on a few insider secrets and tricks including direct links to coupons and other internet web specials. If you can use all the links below in a two-day weekend...well, you're one mighty fine budget traveler!

 
1. Taxi Rates and Fees from/toMcCarren Airport

http://taxi.state.nv.us/FaresFees.htm

Don't get long-hauled--know what you taxi rate should be from McCarren airport to your hotel and Save!

 

2. Be a High Roller in Vegas with rooms from $49!

http://www.harrahs.com/pulseofvegas/?source=AVA00000017390

You can't miss with a mid-week room at center Strip priced from $49!

Click on the above link and note your dates for Harrah's! (or any of the other properties that you’d be interested in) Then click on “View Calendar of Available Dates” and see all the dates for the Best Rate Guarantee!  Many dates start at just $49.  Book early to get the best rate so you can be a high roller, too!

 

3. Keep busy with over 100 FREE Attractions in Las Vegas!

http://www.vegas4locals.com/free.html

Over 100 free things to see or do in Las Vegas with many of them located on the Fabulous Strip! Trying to see even half of these could take days!

4. $40 for $20 in slot play!

http://www.rivierahotel.com/gaming_coupons.html

Get $40 dollars worth of slot play for only $20 at the Riveria Casino! And you might end up hitting the BIG one!

 

5. 2-for-1 Nathan's Hot Dog

http://www.nathansfamous.com/nathans/coupon.html

With seven locations in Las Vegas--all on the Strip--have a delicious Nathan's hot dog anytime of day or night!

 

6. Discounted, Same-Day Tickets for Strip Shows

http://www.tix4tonight.com/

You won't find 2-for-1 discounts to the top, top Vegas shows like Mystere, O, Ka, Celine, etc., here but you'll get some great bargains for second tier type shows including Carrot Top, Clint Holms, Fab 4, Jubilee, Le Femme, Legends in Concert, Rick Thomas Magic, Tony 'N Tina's Wedding--just to name a few. (not all available at all times) 4 Locations to serve you! Day of purchase only.

 

7. 1/2 Price Dinner Entrees

http://www.tix4tonight.com/

When you're booking your 1/2 price show reservations, check out the half price meals available thru this well-known Las Vegas discounter! Menus and restaurants change constantly, but hey--1/2 price show and a meal? Only hitting a jackpot would be luckier!

 

8. Discounted, Same-Day Tickets for Strip Shows--#2

http://www.tickets2nite.com/

You won't find 2-for-1 discounts to the top, top Vegas shows like Mystere, O, Ka, Celine, etc., here but you'll get some great bargains for second tier type shows including Carrot Top, Clint Holms, Fab 4, Jubilee, Crazy Horse, Legends in Concert, Rick Thomas Magic, Tony 'N Tina's Wedding--just to name a few. (not all available at all times) Located by the MGM/Big Coke bottle. Day of purchase only at site. UPDATE!  Now order by Phone!  See web site for phone number and to hear recorded message of available shows—day of only!

 

9. Free Coupon Book to order in Advance!

http://www.todayinlv.com/send-for-copy.html

Today in Las Vegas Magazine will be sent to you after you send them four stamps and your address in advance of your trip! Also, What's On Las Vegas Guide and LVM-Las Vegas Magazine (formerly known as ShowBiz Weekly) are usually available in your hotel room and are loaded with coupons! Cut 'em out and use 'em!

 

10. Cheap Transportation Up and Down the Strip with CAT's Deuce Buses

http://www.rtcsouthernnevada.com/deuce/index.htm

The CAT's (Citizen's Area Transport) Deuce buses (double deckers) go up and down the strip all day for $2 one way or $5 all day pass. Sure beats walking!

 

11. 21st Century Transportation via the Las Vegas Monorail!

http://www.lvmonorail.com/

Sleek, comfortable, reasonable transportation for the 21st Century!  NOW! One day pass only $9!

 

12. Free Shuttles Coast Properties

http://www.orleanscasino.com/hotel/shuttle.html

Free shuttles that go between Bill's Gamblin' Hall (Strip)/Gold Coast (across from Rio and Palms)/Orleans. Only the locals got it better!

 

13. Free Shuttles Harrah's Properties

http://www.harrahs.com/casinos/ballys-las-vegas/casino-misc/maps-and-info.html

A free shuttle that goes between Harrahs, Ballys/Paris, Rio and Caesars. Free is always the best deal!

 

14. Slot Cards-Harrah's Total Rewards

https://www.harrahs.com/total_rewards/overview/overview.jsp

Next time you're in Las Vegas , at every casino that you walk into, register at their slot club for their player's card. Harrah's slot card is good at Harrah's, Flamingo, Bally's, Paris, Rio, Caesars and almost 30 casinos outside of Nevada and several more in Nevada! Once you're on the casino's mailing list you'll start getting offers for rooms based on your play. Give them enough play and the rooms are free or at the very least they're at greatly reduced prices called the "casino rate". Also, you'll often earn comps or cash back that can be used against the room charges when you check out. Ask at the slot/player's club desk when you sign up.

 

15. Slot Cards--MGM/Mirage

https://www.playersclub.com/

Next time you're in Las Vegas, at every casino that you walk into, register at their slot club for their player's card. MGM/Mirage Player's Club card is good at Mandalay Bay, Luxor, Excalibur, NYNY, Monte Carlo, Bellagio, Mirage, TI, Circus Circus and several others in Nevada and outside of Nevada. Once you're on the casino's mailing list you'll start getting offers for rooms based on your play. Give them enough play and the rooms are free or at the very least they're at greatly reduced prices called the "casino rate." Also, you'll often earn comps or cash back that can be used against the room charges when you check out. Ask at the slot/player's club desk when you sign up.

 

16. Internet Room Rates--Harrahs

http://www.harrahs.com/

Click on the "sign up for email" button on the bottomish right and you can pick from which Harrah's properties you want to send you promotions and e-mail room specials. You’ll be surprised at some of the great room rates you'll get! Yes! You've got mail!   

 

17. Internet Room Rates--MGM/Mirage

http://www.mgmgrand.com/pages/promotions.

Other internet room rate emails can be obtained through the web sites for the following properties: Bellagio, Mirage, TI, NYNY, Excalibur, Luxor, Monte Carlo, Excalibur, Luxor and Mandalay Bay.

 

18. Cheap Food!

http://www.vegas4locals.com/couponsdining.html

We've all heard about the $1.99 specials at 3 am at some off strip location. Well, here's a list of food specials that will keep you full!

 

19. MAMA MIA! at Mandalay Bay for 1/2 Price!

https://res05.mgmmirage.com/cgi-bin/lansaweb?procfun+netsls+netsls+tck+funcparms+IOFRWW(A010):mmlocaldis

See one of the most popular musicals of all time--hit of Broadway and Las Vegas--MAMA MIA! Featuring the music of ABBA--you'll be a "Dancing Queen" at 1/2 price!

 

20. Ellis Island 2-for-1 Meal Deal and Blackjack Play

http://thedealersnews.com./Documents/EllisIslandCpn0405.pdf

Get a 2-for-1 meal at Ellis Island--a small casino behind The Flamingo and also enjoy a Blackjack $5 match play! They also have a $6.99 complete 10 oz. steak special that is available 24 hours but you have to ASK for it! Food and bucks--what more could you want in Las Vegas!

 

21. Shopping Discounts!

http://www.visitlasvegas.com/vegas/pdf/shopping_passport.pdf

Shopping discounts at Boulevard Mall, Desert Passage/Aladdin, Fashion Outlets of Las Vegas, The Fashion Show Mall (across from Wynn), The Forum Shops at Caesars (Caesar's Palace), The Grand Canal Shoppes/Venetian, Las Vegas Outlet Center, Las Vegas Premium Outlets. More shopping than a husband can stand!

 

22. Car Rental Deals

The American Casino Guide also has some great car rental coupon deals!   For Alamo get $20 off OR one free day.  Go to: http://www.americancasinoguide.com/Travel/alamo.shtml\

National offers 3 coupons for $20 off or 20% off or a free upgrade. Go to:

http://www.americancasinoguide.com/Travel/national.shtml  See coupons for any restrictions.  And while you’re at the American Casino Guide page, click on “Home” and sign up for their great monthly newsletter! It free to join! 

 

23. Car Rental Deals

http://budgetvegas.com/

Budget of Las Vegas has their very own web site with deals ONLY available in Las Vegas!

http://www.dollar.com/special_offers/index.aspx?r=816763c1e3474598ab45c2b78cf59a21

Dollar Car Rental has more rental locations in Las Vegas than any other rental company thus saving the airport fees that are attached to renting at the airport. Fly then Drive with Dollar Deals!

 

24. Las Vegas Show Guide

http://www.lvol.com/lvoleg/search.html

Find out what shows and headliners are going to be in Las Vegas when you're there! Search by a day or range of dates! Also includes lounge listings and lounge acts are FREE!

 

25. Vegas Values Report by Scot Krause

http://www.americancasinoguide.com/Promotions/VEGAS-VALUES.shtml

Find out the best Vegas values and most current casino/hotel promotions --all in one place!


 

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