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January 29, 2014

Images of The Strip, Las Vegas

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I can’t really say that Las Vegas (the strip) is my thing, though I am a huge fan of what’s happening in the culinary scene there and can’t deny that the stage productions are truly one of a kind (a must see is Rose. Rabbit. Lie. by my friend David Foster, et. al.).

I am not much of a gambler and I always feel like the not-so-fun guest in a party everyone else seems to really, really, really be enjoying.

All that being said, I love to photograph the strip and the characters, who can be pushy for tips but entertaining at the same time. What one can do off the strip is more my kind of scene (hiking and horseback riding along Red Rock Canyon, for example), but you shouldn’t leave without at least exploring it once, especially the hotels. Walk around The Venetian, one of the largest resorts in the world and go for a gondola ride. Make sure you check out the fountain show at The Bellagio (as well as their art collection inside). And of course, Paris Las Vegas at least gives you a taste when you can’t get to the real thing.

The strip is definitely an experience, and though my feeling is sort of meh about it (and I know I am not alone, though no one ever openly admits it), like Times Square in NYC, it’s worth checking out, even if just for a couple of days.

Here are some of the images I captured during my last visit, made better by the company of good friends. I look forward to returning and enjoying the rest of what Las Vegas has to offer off the strip.

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Carol Cain

Brooklyn native Carol is happiest when on an adventure, whether close to home or farther away. She is a small business owner and travel writer. In addition to creating Girl Gone Travel, she is the Founder and Principal of Brave World Media, a social media marketing, communications, and branding agency. She's mom to three wonderful sons and wife to a handsome Irish/Scot. She lives, works, and plays in the beautiful Finger Lakes region of NY.

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4 Comments
  • Jacob
    February 1, 2014

    Thanks for the great pictures. My Girlfriend and me are currently thinking about wether to visit Las Vegas this year or go somewhere else – after reading all this I'm pretty sure we will visit it and discover this interesting place ourselves.

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      Jacob
      February 4, 2014

      Yay! So happy to hear you've been inspired : ) Have a great time!

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  • thebritishberliner
    February 4, 2014

    Brilliant photos Carol. Yes, we have been to Vegas as part of our America trip and yes, it was fascinating to see. We don't smoke and we had a child with us so I booked an apartment hotel just off the strip. It was lovely and huge. We went to a few family dinner and show productions and we had lunch. A great time was had by all!
    My recent post A mango, a street, and a bollywood production: How to spend 48 hours in London.

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      thebritishberliner
      February 4, 2014

      Thank you! There is so much to do there, for everyone, this I know. I'm glad you got to stay off the strip too!

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