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ous Jul 7th, 2015 05:04 AM

Traveling alone to Las Vegas
 
Am 22 male traveling to Las Vegas alone for my first time on July 18 to 20. I have a question about any places I can meet good and cool people to socialize with and have fun? Thanks

DebitNM Jul 7th, 2015 05:16 AM

This list is shorter if you ask "where can I not meet cool people and have fun?"

The answer to your question - everywhere as long as you are not an introvert. Heck, even if you are ...

happytrailstoyou Jul 7th, 2015 06:08 AM

I agree. You'll do just fine wherever you land. However, this list may give you some guidance:

http://www.oyster.com/las-vegas/hote.../party-hotels/

The problem with the first two places on the list is that they are not on The Strip, and I believe you will regret if you don't stay mid-Strip--in the general vicinity of The Venetian.

HTtY

ous Jul 7th, 2015 06:53 AM

Thank you guys, actually I will be staying at west gate Las Vegas Resort & Casino is a few blocks from the strip

jetset1 Jul 7th, 2015 08:26 AM

Go to Trip Advisor, Las Vegas Forum. They have get togethers, with like minded people, and you can ask questions and get lots of ideas. Have fun!

clarkgriswold Jul 7th, 2015 08:32 AM

Your first trip to Las Vegas and with only two days to explore, you won't need any group activity. Just getting to the strip and back from your hotel (formerly the Las Vegas Hilton?) and visiting five or six hotel casinos each day, will take up all of your time. There is a lot to see. What are your plans?

ous Jul 7th, 2015 09:16 AM

Thank you guys,�� I just don't want to be alone bored, thinking about partying at night like night clubs and I like to socialize with people too

doug_stallings Jul 7th, 2015 09:37 AM

The only thing I'd say is that your hotel isn't exactly the hotbed of socialization among people of your age group. You'd do better (like have a livelier pool/bar/club scene) by staying at a hipper, more central hotel. I'm guessing you've chosen this hotel for price, but it's not always easy to get into clubs and pools in Las Vegas if you aren't a hotel guest.

rjw_lgb_ca Jul 7th, 2015 12:07 PM

Another problem with the top-of-the-line Vegas nightclubs is their shocking cover charges, especially for guys. Be prepared to shell out serious cash just to get into the hotter clubs; guys trying to get in solo have a rougher time of it. Find a VIP hosted entry service if you absolutely MUST get into one of the "happening" joints. You should also hit the websites of the hot clubs and look for guest lists, VIP entries, anything that can help in getting you through the door. Bottle/table service is one way, but that's REALLY expensive ($200 a bottle minimum).

And Doug's right: the Westgate is pretty much a dud in regards to nightlife, except as a cheap crash pad. Its main claim to fame is its convenient location for Convention Center attendees.

The Palms Resort's nightclub, Ghostbar, might be your speed as far as hip, young clientèle; and its off-Strip location keeps cover charges a bit more reasonable than at the ultra-chic places like Drai's or Hyde Bellagio. But you should find cool people at any bar at any of the Strip resorts, frankly. As well as inebriated barflies, weathered cougars on the prowl, the occasional professional looking to quietly make some easy money (if you know what I mean), etc. You get all kinds in Vegas. Don't drink too much and you'll have a great time.

ous Jul 7th, 2015 02:33 PM

Thanks for the advice I appreciate it, I just fine cool pool party that will cost me less that I will be going instead of does night clubs. Thank you!!

doug_stallings Jul 8th, 2015 05:05 AM

Poolside dayclubs aren't any easier to get into in Las Vegas than nightclubs, and they are pretty much as expensive. Some even have bottle service. It's much easier to get in if you stay in the hotel, but it's definitely not mandatory.

ous Jul 8th, 2015 09:37 AM

The one i will be going is pretty cool, it's Sunday's hard rock pool party and the price is not bad, don't think it will be hard to get in tho (thanks)


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