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Bridesmaid Gift Ideas for a Las Vegas Wedding

We all know that whatever happens in Vegas stays in Vegas, but what about a Vegas wedding? Are the inner workings of a successful Vegas wedding a secret to all but those involved? If you have bridesmaids and a wedding party joining you for your special day in Vegas, you are going to need a couple tips and tricks as to how to properly thank them. This information does not have to stay in Vegas unless you want it to! Here is the inside scoop as to some of the best bridesmaid gift ideas for a Vegas wedding to help the planning go a little more smoothly.

Travel Essentials

Chances are if you are going to Vegas to get married, it is a destination wedding. If you and your bridesmaids must travel to get to Vegas, you might want to think about providing them some travel essentials for the big trip. You could pack each of them a care package that includes travel-sized luxury shampoos, conditioners, body washes, and facial treatments. You could also include some entertainment for the long flight such as a small mp3 players or books. These may be a thoughtful gift to help pass the time.

Vegas-Themed Movies

Going to Las Vegas to get married can be one of the most fun ways to get married, why not think about a Vegas-themed gift set for your bridesmaids. If you are getting married in Vegas, chances are you and your enjoy excitement and the nightlife. If your bridesmaids are movie buffs, think about giving them each a set of Vegas-themed DVDs to add to their collection. You could include films such as Viva Las Vegas, 21, Honeymoon in Vegas, Oceans 11, 12 or 13. Get together before or after the wedding and you can have a Vegas themed movie night.

Gambling Retreat

While in Vegas, you and your bridesmaids might as well take advantage of the casinos. There is a plethora of casinos offering every game you can imagine, so consider taking some time to enjoy yourselves at the casinos. You can even incorporate your bachelorette party into your Vegas wedding. As a great thank you gift to your bridesmaids, you should consider giving them some money to use at the tables. It does not have to be much, maybe $100 if you can afford it, but it is the thought that counts. Instead of handing over hard, cold cash, trade it in for chips to make it a little more appropriate. To go along with your gambling-themed night, why not include a couple “how-to” books that lay out the rules of betting, slots, and table games.

A Day at the Spa

Las Vegas is home to some of the best spas in the United States, which is why you should not miss the opportunity to visit one. In addition, this makes an excellent gift for your bridesmaids. These girls are most likely your best friends and they have probably spent quite a bit of time and money to help you plan this wedding. The travel costs alone probably make you want to splurge a little on your girlfriends. So why not make a day at the spa a special gift to your bridesmaids. You should all benefit from this and they can feel special and spoiled while you take advantage of the extra primping and relaxation leading up to your wedding.

Go See a Show

Another great gift idea for your Vegas bridesmaids is to treat them to one of the many exciting shows in the great city. Las Vegas is home to some of the most talented showgirls, the hottest performers, and some of the best shows. Often, some of the hottest pop stars are contracted for a run in Vegas, which can last a few weeks, months, or even a year. Singers such as Celine Dion, Elton John, and Tom Jones have all done lengthy runs in Vegas. Some of the most popular Broadway shows have also played in Vegas. One could say that the strip in Vegas is very similar to Broadway in New York. There is no shortage as to what you can see in Las Vegas. Talk it over with your bridesmaids and take them to a show that they can remember for the rest of their lives.

No matter what you choose to give your bridesmaids for being part of your Vegas wedding, just put some thought into it and it should be well appreciated. If you cannot afford something extravagant, like treating everyone to a show or a night at the casinos, do something on a smaller scale. The most important thing is to remember that you are there to have fun and celebrate one of the biggest moments of your life.

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Las Vegas Facts And Fun

Las Vegas celebrated its 100th birthday in 2005. It is one of the fastest growing cities in the United States, growing at a rate of over 5,000 new residents every month! As of the 2004 census, there were just over a half million residents in Las Vegas proper, however Clark County is home to nearly two million. The big casino building boom began in the mid 1980′s. The population of Vegas actually doubled in the ten years between 1985 and 1995.

Las Vegas is one of the biggest tourist destinations in the world. In 2004, there were more than 22,000 conventions held in the city. More than 37 million people visited the area, more than five times as many as visited in 1970. If you are like most, you will stay 3 to 4 nights there during your vacation.

You can expect to find lots of sunshine in Vegas and warm temperatures. The average minimum temperature is 56 degrees F. and the average high is 80 degrees F. There are fun things to do in the area parks, golf courses and pools all year.

The first hotel and casino to open in Las Vegas was the Golden Gate Hotel and Casino in 1906. It ran into some trouble a few years later, in 1910 when law made it illegal to gamble. Fortunately, in 1931 the Nevada Legislature approved a legalized gambling bill. The first racially integrated hotel, The Moulin Rouge, opened in 1955. Two years later, the first topless showgirls debuted on the Strip at the Dunes in Minsky’s Follies. The famous “Welcome to Las Vegas” sign was created by Betty Willis in 1959. Most of The famous Las Vegas Strip is not actually inside the Las Vegas city limits. Most of it is in Clark County. There are over 1700 licensed gambling establishments in operation today.

If you like visiting historic sites, you can stay busy taking in such places as the Huntridge Theater, JD Smith house, Old Spanish Trail, Bonanza Underpass, Eureka Locomotive, Frank Wait House, John S. Park Historic District Walking Tour, Fifth Street School, Moulin Rouge and Big Springs. These are just a few of Las Vegas’ many historic attractions. The Mormon Fort, built by missionaries in 1855, was the first non-Indian settlement in the region and is still located on the corner of Washington Avenue and Las Vegas Boulevard. The goal of the missionaries was to teach the Paiute Indians farming techniques. The Indians rejected the teachings and raided the fort, so the missionaries abandoned it just two years after it was built.

The construction of the Hoover Dam began in 1931. This brought an influx of construction workers which started a population boom and gave the Depression Era economy a much needed boost. It is a short 30-mile drive southeast of Las Vegas on Highway 93 at the Nevada-Arizona border. A major engineering feat, the dam was built by a total of 21,000 men over a five-year period. It was actually finished two years ahead of schedule! Close to one million visitors take the tour every year and millions more drive over the dam. The Tourist Center is open every day except Christmas and Thanksgiving.

Las Vegas is famous for its weddings. A marriage license costs $55 in Nevada. Many couples choose to marry in this state because there is no blood test or waiting period required. In addition to the Las Vegas Chapels, there are outdoor weddings, gazebo weddings, Grand Canyon weddings, Valley of Fire weddings, limousine drive-through weddings, renew your vow weddings, Red Rock Canyon weddings, helicopter ride over the Strip weddings and live internet WebCam weddings. You can even register online! The city of Las Vegas issues over 123,000 marriage licenses per year, or over 300 per day.

Whether you stay on or off the Strip, or if you are a gambler or non-gambler, a golfer, food fanatic, show lover, sports fanatic, teenager, thrill seeker, bargain hunter, bar hopper, grandparents or just a kid, there is plenty of fun and entertainment waiting for you in Las Vegas!

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