RCI EV Asia Issue 11 April Final to go to print

GOOD VALUE
Las Vegas
Viva Las
Value!
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SINFULLY GOOD VALUE IN ‘SIN CITY’
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Las Vegas conjures visions of neon lights, spectacular
shows and, of course, countless coins overflowing from
row upon row of pokie machines. But they don’t have to
be overflowing from your pockets. Beyond the constant
‘ka-ching’ of the casinos, you’ll find yourself hitting the holiday
jackpot in the Entertainment Capital of the World.
Shopping steals and deals
With souvenirs and shopping sprees essential to most holidays,
Vegas takes some of the worry off your wallet. From designer
labels and brand-name shoes to gifts and cool stuff for the
kids, the city’s factory outlets are great places to bargain-hunt.
Downtown, check out the Las Vegas North Premium Outlets and
Las Vegas South Premium Outlets (the two are about 15 minutes
apart by car and together boast approximately 290 shops).
To pick out the perfect mementos of your time in Las Vegas,
you can’t go past Bonanza Gifts. The self-proclaimed “World’s
Largest Gift Shop” features everything from SGD$1 fun gifts to
customary t-shirts and shot glasses to Native American jewelry
and Elvis memorabilia.
Economical eats
For frugal fare, there’s no better bargain than a Vegas buffet. Most of
the casinos feature restaurants with all-you-can-eat breakfast, brunch,
lunch or dinner deals. For really good value, tuck in to the Ports
O’ Call Buffet at the Gold Coast Hotel & Casino. There you’ll find
breakfast and lunch for about SGD$11 and dinner for about SGD$17.
And for more cheap eats at any hour of the day, visit one of the three
Earl of Sandwich locations in the city for hot sandwiches, wraps,
salads and more.
8 APRIL 2015