Las Vegas is 10 hours from the UK so it’s not the cheapest place to visit, the flight alone may cost you a big chunk of your budget, but if you do your research you can get there and enjoy all that Vegas has to offer. to offer without breaking the bank. Here are some helpful tips on how to make your budget go further.

When to go

Choose your time of year to visit. November through February, excluding all the obvious holidays, is the cheapest time to visit Las Vegas, since it’s out of season. The weather is cooler, especially at night, but it can still reach 70 degrees, warmer than some of our summer months! If you go to Las Vegas, chances are you’ll try some of the other entertainment on offer instead of soaking up the sun, so it won’t matter too much.

The day of the week you go is also important. The vast majority of visitors to Las Vegas are Americans traveling on long weekends, so hotel prices are higher on Friday and Saturday nights. If you only go for 4 or 5 nights try to avoid the weekend.

how to get there

While a direct flight is the preferred option, these are often more expensive than a one-stop flight, especially if you’re flying from a regional airport rather than one of London’s. So if you’re not in a hurry, check the prices of flights via other American cities. We once got an extra 24 hours in Atlanta courtesy of the airline due to a missed connection!

Where to stay

Las Vegas has over 100,000 hotel rooms, so you should be able to find one that fits your budget. Hotels off the Strip may be cheaper, however what you save on your hotel bill could end up being spent on transportation to The Strip, where most of the action is. Hotels in Freemont Street, Old Town are also a bit cheaper and there is plenty to do in that area. But if you want to stay on The Strip, there are plenty of options to experience a great resort with all its facilities for one low price. For example, when booking several months in advance for mid-week stays in December, you can choose stays at the Stratosphere, Harrah’s, Excalibur, Flamingo and Circus Circus for around £20 a night. Flamingo and Harrah’s in particular are some of the best located hotels on the strip occupying locations in the center of the strip. All of them are hotels of at least 3 stars and have all the facilities you would expect from a large hotel complex along with their own casinos. However, beware of the resort fee. This is a non-negotiable fee of up to £20 per room per night that is added to your bill and covers things such as in-room Wi-Fi.

To do

Most likely you are going to Las Vegas to gamble. On-Strip casinos can be expensive as they have higher table limits, usually $10 a hand, so if you want to play the tables look for happy hours, usually during the day, check out the smaller casinos and the which belong to the lowest budget. hotels, casinos off the Strip and also those on Freemont Street where the limits are lower. If you’re good at poker, a poker tournament can be good value for money, as for an entry fee you can play for several hours.

If you’re in Vegas to party, be prepared to spend a lot of money! Just getting into some of the trendiest clubs can cost around $30 each and once inside, drinks can be expensive. Keep an eye out for deals on quieter weeknights that get you admission and a drink package. Even at the bars on the casino floors, a bottle of beer can cost at least $6 plus a tip. If you want to have a drink but are not bothered by clubs and bars, then the best option is to get served while you play, as the drinks are free! Yes, for the price of a tip of $1 per drink (or less if you prefer, but this usually guarantees a refill) you can drink whatever you want, from beers and wine to cocktails, for free. Of course, there’s a catch, as this only applies if you’re spending money on gambling, which can end up being a lot more expensive than a drink. But if you’re planning to gamble anyway, it’s a good way to combine both activities; Playing low limit slots slowly over a drink is relatively cheap, but don’t get carried away with gambling after a few drinks!

If you like food, Las Vegas will not disappoint. In addition to high-end celebrity chef restaurants, Vegas is also home to the eat-all-you-want buffet. Most hotels offer them for breakfast and lunch. For a single amount you really can eat as much as you want, or should be able to, and the variety of food on offer means there is something for everyone. Try one of the cheaper hotels again, like Excalibur, which offers buffet lunch for around $17. If you don’t feel like eating much, The Pub in Monte Carlo offers $1 burgers and $1 wings, plus buy one and go another free with draft beer during happy hour on weekdays. Note: Prices are correct at time of writing.

One note to remember about food and drink in Las Vegas is that the price is usually quoted before the 8.1% sales tax, so don’t be surprised when the bill comes and it’s more than you expected. Additionally, a 15-20% tip is expected in restaurants, not only for good service, but also as part of the cost. If you want to avoid tipping, go to one of the many fast food restaurants and food courts inside hotels.

These are just a few easy tips to stretch your budget when you’re planning your trip to Las Vegas. If you make these savings, you’ll have more to enjoy when you’re there!