Securing Success in Sin City: The Importance of Booking Las Vegas Shows Early!

Part of the charm of Las Vegas is not watching the clock or even planning what you are going to do for the day.  The one exception to this would be planning to see a show.  It is important to plan this probably before you go for various reasons:

• Show time limited availability – Some shows are either seasonal or only shown on certain days.  Even entertainers need a day off, right? Also, some of the shows you want to see might be some of the most popular.  By planning ahead you can read reviews, budget accordingly and avoid the disappointment of the show being sold out when you want to see it. 

• Preferred Seating – You might want to splurg on your one of your favorite entertainers and get better seating.  If this is the case, you will definitely want to book your shows in advance to ensure you have a better chance of getting the seats you want.  Waiting until the last minute might result in a less desirable seating option.

• Budgeting – By planning to buy your show tickets ahead of time, you can search for the best deals.  Just like airline tickets, the closer you get the date, the more expensive the tickets can be. 

Planning a show in advance before your trip can same you a lot of time, money, and prevent frustration.  As you can see there is always going to be a show that piques your interest, and more than likely will not disappoint.  So when you plan your trip to Las Vegas, do not forget to plan for the excitement of shows and performances in your itinerary.  It is a decision you likely will not regret, and an experience you will never forget.

• Gambling too much – This is easy for some and hard for others.  It is important to gamble only what you can afford to lose.  Otherwise, you may be one of the tragic cases in Vegas of chasing your loses.
• Street Solicitors – These people are around every corner, especially on the strip.  If you do not want to waste anyone’s time on a pitch for a time share or the best hand cream, politely just keep walking.  Most of these street solicitors do not take no for an answer until you walk away. 
• Accepting free tickets – There are plenty of free things in Las Vegas with no strings attached, but most people are not shoving the free stuff down your throat.  If someone is insisting that you take free show tickets, just remember… If it is too good to be true, it probably is.  There are often scams to get your information or will require you to sit through a 3 hour presentation with very aggressive sales people.
• Drinking too much – With complimentary drinks while you are gambling, sometimes you can drink more than you can handle.  It is important to try to pace yourself.  This will also keep you from over gambling, or getting out of hand and kicked out of a casino.
• Engaging in Illegal Activities – Las Vegas is a pretty liberal city and has earned the nick name “Sin City”.  There are plenty of things to do in Vegas you might not be able to do at home.  Marijuana is now legal to purchase in Las Vegas but be careful… you are still not allowed to consume it in any public space.  Another misconception about Vegas is that prostitution is legal.  While it is legal in the state of Nevada, it is strictly prohibited in Clark County.  Law enforcement run various operations to try to crack down on the solicitation of prostitution.  Just don’t do it.  If you feel like this is something you want to explore, it is important to travel outside of Clark County.
• Leaving items unattended – Your items can be stolen in the blink of an eye.  It only takes a few seconds with your head turned for your items or money in a machine to disappear. Thieves watch closely for tourists who are not paying attention and will target and follow them until they are able to steal something from you.  Pay attention, be aware, and keep your items close.  A popular recommendation for women is to always wear your purse across your body and not just on one shoulder.
• Wandering into unfamiliar neighborhoods – If you are not used to the desert, some things can look much closer than they are.  While the police in Vegas patrol the strip heavily, it is easy to wander away from the strip trying to get to something you can see.  However, getting there may take you through areas that are not safe and not heavily policed.  No one knows this better than the criminals who are looking to take advantage of unsuspecting and innocent tourists.