Vegas Budget Extenders . . . .and I'm not just talkin' buffets! Updated 9/09
LASLuvr
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!
4 Jun 2006
based on 97 votes
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 2 day weekend--well, you're one mighty fine budget traveler!
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Traveler type: Sightseeing, Shopping, Never been before, Repeat visitors, Sports buffs
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Appeals to: Business travellers , Couples/romantics, Honeymooners, Singles, Families with teenagers, Large groups, Seniors, Students, Budget travellers , Tourists
- Seasons: Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
- Tags: Las Vegas, Las Vegas Shows, Las Vegas coupons, Las Vegas food, Las Vegas deals, Las Vegas hotels, Las Vegas Promotions, Las Vegas Casinos
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1. Taxi Rates and Fees from/to McCarren Airport
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| Don't get long-hauled--know what you taxi rate should be from McCarren airport to your hotel and Save! |
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2. Stay center Strip from $25/ per night!
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The Imperial Palace may be a more established strip property but it's located right at center strip next to Harrahs and across from Mirage/TI. You sure can't beat this location for the price! Most $25+ room offers are Sun. - Thur nites. (Other properties available for higher rates--check them all out at the link above.) NOTE: A year ago when I updated this list the lowest room price was $35! How low can it go????
Circus Circus also has rooms available from $22-go to: http://tinyurl.com/qun6gm |
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3. Keep busy with over 100 FREE Attractions in Las Vagas!
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| 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! |
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4. $40 for $20 in slot play!
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| Get $40 dollars worth of slot play for only $20 at the Riveria Casino! And you might end up hitting the BIG one! |
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5. Hot Dog & a Beer for $2!!!
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Right next to the Flamingo and on one of the busiest corners in
Vegas is Bill's Gamblin Hall. Located in the Sports Book you'll
find the famous hot dog cart with very good hot dogs! Add
a beer and you'll think you're in Frugal Heaven! |
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6. Discounted, Same-Day Tickets for Strip Shows
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| You won't find 2for1 discounts to the top, top Vegas shows like Mystere, O, Ka, etc here but you'll get some great bargains for second tier type shows including: Nathan Burton, Jubilee, Legends in Concert, Rick Thomas Magic, Tony 'N Tina's Wedding--just to name a few. (not all available at all times) Top tier shows can now often be found at a discount of up to 40% off for day of shows! NOW 6 Locations to serve you! Day of purchase only. |
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7. 1/2 Price Dinner Entrees
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| 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! |
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8. Great show for FREE!!!!
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| Back at Bill's Gamblin' Hall in their lounge is one of the best free shows on the Strip! Every Monday - Friday at 3pm, 5pm and 6:30pm you can sit down just a few feet away and watch Big Elvis, also known as Pete Vallee. If you close your eyes, you'd swear that Elvis had NOT left the building! Also, in the same area they have Karaoke on Sun-Tue beginning at 8 pm.-- and being that this is Vegas--the karaoke here is usually a notch or two above anything you'd find at "home". |
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9. Free Las Vegas Magazine with Coupons to PRINT in Advance!
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| Click on the above link, then click on circle with "Download Vegas Values" on it. (Note when you "page" thru the mag, remember the print the front and back of the coupon) 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! |
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10. Cheap Transportation Up and Down the Strip with Deuce Buses
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| The RTC's Deuce buses (double deckers) go up and down the strip all day for $3 one way or $7 for 24 hour pass and $15 for a 3 day pass. Drivers usually will announce the next stop so you have an idea where to get off and you can stay on and ride all the way downtown to Fremont Street. Sure beats walking! |
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11. 21st Century Transportation via the Las Vegas Monorail!
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| Sleek, comfortable, reasonable transportation for the 21st Century! The $13 ticket is good for 24 HOURs from time of purchase. Also check out their "Deals and Promotions" link. |
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12. Free Shuttles Coast Properties
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| Free shuttles that go between Bill's Gamblin' Hall (strip)/Gold Coast (across from Rio and Palms) And check out their rate calendar with rooms from $33/night! |
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13. Free Shuttles Harrah's Properties
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| A free shuttle that goes between Harrahs, Ballys/Paris, Rio and Caesars. Free is always the best deal! |
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14. Slot Cards-Harrah's Total Rewards
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| Next time you're in Las Vegas, at every casino that you walk into, register at their slot club for their player's card. . Harrahs slot card is good at Harrahs, Flamingo, Ballys, Paris, Rio, Imperial Palace, Caesars and almost 30 casinos outside of Nevada and a few 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. |
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15. Slot Cards--MGM/Mirage
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| 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, MGM Grand, Excalibur, NYNY, Monte Carlo, Bellagio, Mirage 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. |
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16. Internet Room Rates--Harrahs
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| 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! |
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17. Internet Room Rates--MGM/Mirage
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| Other internet room rate emails can be obtained through the web sites for the following properties: Bellagio, Mirage, TI, NYNY, Excalibur, Luxor, Monte Carlo, Excaibu, Luxor and Mandalay Bay. |
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| We've all heard about the $1.99 specials at 3 am at some off strip location. Well, here's a list of food specails that will keep you full! |
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| $1 bottles of Michelob $1 Frozen Margaritas all day, everyday. |
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This new member sign-up promotion is open to anyone over 21 who is not already an A.C.E. Rewards Club member. Arizona Charlies reimburses losses up to $100 incurred on the first day of your A.C.E. membership. Free playing money--woo hoo!!!
Also see: http://tinyurl.com/mzr6c6 |
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| Shopping discounts at Miracle Mile Shops/Planet Hollywood, 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! |
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| Budget of Las Vegas has their very own web site with deals ONLY available in Las Vegas! |
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| 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. Enter "Las Vegas" in the box under specials and see if there are any specific specials to Las Vegas. Fly then Drive with Dollar Deals! |
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| 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! |
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25. Fremont Street Experience
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The Fremont Street Experience or otherwise known as "downtown"
Las Vegas has coupons for food, souvenirs, slot play and entertainment.
Click on the above link and after adding your email, use password: realvegas |
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26. Vegas Values Report by Scot Krause
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| Find out the best Vegas values and most current casino/hotel promotions --all in one place! |
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27. Before you go, check out--
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| Great deals and they are easy! |
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28. Before you go, check out--
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| Save EVERY day! |
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29. Before you go, check out--
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Jean Scott was frugal before frugal was popular! She's also know as
the Queen of Comps! |
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30. Before you go, check out--
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| More coupons to print out! |
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