How to Get VIP Service

The top hospitality people in the world work at Las Vegas resorts.

They hustle and give great service. Or they don't work here very long.

• Greet them with a warm, sincere smile. A smile goes a long way.
• 'Ask' instead of 'Order' or 'Demand'.
• Look them in the eye and say 'Thank You' like you mean it.
• A good tip. Tips are how these folks make a living.

What Is Las Vegas Syndrome?

“People come here,” says EMT Paul Lopez, “they don’t drink enough water, they get dehydrated really fast, and that’s when their problems really start.” A lot of drinking, too much walking, and not enough sleep add up to something the paramedics call the Las Vegas syndrome.

Join travel editor Peter Greenberg as he rides along with Las Vegas paramedics and describes the unique challenges of handling 200,000 tourists on any given weekend.

An older article. But still good info...from TodayShow.com and MSNBC.com, October 12, 2007

Paramedics' guide to surviving Las Vegas

How to Save Money in Las Vegas

There are lots of ways to save money in Las Vegas: coupons, discounts, special promotions, comps and so on.

But use them wisely,

How to Find Great Clothing Made for Travel

4 places to get started...

• TravelSmith -- full range of quality clothing and accessories for men and women who need to look great while traveling.
• Recreation Equipment, Inc. (REI) -- brand-name outdoor gear as well as their own brand. While the clothing is designed primarily for camping and outdoor sports, the accessories and bags can be perfect for business travelers as well as recreational use. REI has frequent sales. And an outlet section online that features steep discounts.
• Ex-Officio -- mostly expedition-style clothing. Top quality and broad selection.
• Tilley -- all sorts of hats for men and women travelers.