Part 9 - This is Vegas!

We traversed "The Strip" by bus and were continuously amazed by the way we are fooled by the way we are faked out by the distances between casinos. The sheer size of the buildings and massive "themed" structures demand space. You can see the buildings you want to go to but walking to them is out of the question (especially in the heat). But even then, you will be fooled by your eyes, into walking to the next major casino. Caution is a must every where you go in this town. The traffic is NOT pedestrian friendly... you wait for the light to walk! If it's jamb packed with people, they too may not be too friendly as well! They are just as determined to get where they're going as the people driving cars! And then, there is a great deal of poverty in the area which dictates that you be constantly aware of people around you. Several local workers gave us suggestions as to what and where to be more cautious but I will say, we never felt we were in danger along the strip and the casinos.

In spite of the basic precautions you should take almost anywhere you go today, we enjoyed our stay here in Las Vegas. Here is a tiny glimpse of the town. With that said... "THIS IS VEGAS!"