Gambling:

You must be 21 to drink or gamble. If you are under 21, you can pass through the gaming areas, but you can't stop and loiter (watching a friend play). Most casinos are pretty strict about ckecking for ID, even if you are a woman.

The San Remo offers all the slots and games, but the two most fun, "hang loose" places to play that have lower limits and cheap name-brand booze prices are O' Shea's and Casino Royale. Both are across from The Mirage (although not right next to each other).

Weather

Vegas in not blazing hot all year around. Early February temperatures average 60 for a high and 36 for a low, so dress accordingly. Please remember these are averages, and it is common for the temperature to be 10 degrees above or below the average.

Booze

You can buy liquor 24/7 in Las Vegas. Liquor is available in the hotel store for those who want to mix their own. Open containers are allowed on the Strip. You are free to bring your drink with you from hotel to hotel, and each hotel has multiple bars and lounges. Please remember, though, that "big brother" is watching. You are on security camera virtually everywhere (except your room and bathrooms) both on the strip and in hotels, including hallways, outdoor areas, etc.

Hard Rock Hotel:

The Hard Rock hotel is a "see and be seen" place with an atmosphere like no other. Consider this a must-see with rock memorabilia, a great bar scene, and lots of fun casino action. Free shuttle info to the Hard Rock is available on the Transportation page.