We don't drink, we don't gamble, so I'm trying to figure out how to fill the days. Looks like a must do is Bellagio fountains, but I'm not sure what else.
My specific questions are
1. to get to Strastosphere from TI can we walk there and back, distance and safety-wise
2. can we walk to and from Bally's for Jubilee (from TI) distance and safety-wise
3. I read mixed reviews of buses and the monorail. seems like we'd see more walking, but I'm not sure if it's always safe -- thoughts?
4. If we plan to stop at Hoover Dam on the way to Grand Canyon, how long should we plan for the drive?
5. any other suggestions for "young" retired age folks?
I love Disney, I know my way around, I love going solo. This whole LV trip, as much as I've wanted to go for years, is a bit stressful!
THANKS for any suggestions, and please pardon my typos, I never seem to catch them all.
OMG there is soooooo much more to do in Vegas than the Bellagio Fountains!!! They are great and def. a must see, but every hotel has something to see, Visit all the hotels, that could keep someone busy for DAYS!
The question about "walking distance" is relative as to how far you are able to walk and when you are visiting (weather, too hot- forget it) We have walked from center strip (Harrahs) to the Strat, would I do it in 105 degrees- no way. We "cab it" - even if you want to walk 1 way, you might cab it back, I would say on the strip we have never really paid more than approx. $10 to go anywhere (remember- traffic) just remember things are not as close as they appear, to get across streets in Vegas might require some navigation. As far as your "safety" concern- personally I don't like the area down by the strat, all the "low rent" type hotels are down that way (IMO, sorry if that offends anyone) during the day I would walk, but not at night. Anywhere else on the strip I would feel totally ok with anytime of day or night.
TI to Ballys, easy walk, shouldn't be a problem. I've seen Jubilee, I tend to get bored with these types of shows, it was beautiful- a bit too long for me.. If you want to see a GREAT show, since LOVE is dark- I would recommend Jersey Boys, GREAT.
I would tell you don't be so concerned with "Safety" you should use the same precautions you would use anywhere (even Disney, someone could pick your pocket or steel your bag) don't be so concerned with it, there are a million people on the strip at any given time, on the monorail, on the buses, walking, use the same precautions anywhere.
Have a great time!! Love, Love, Love VEGAS!!