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As a result of so many annual guests, the county's gaming revenue often reaches close to $10 billion.
High visitor traffic also leads to daily crowds at many of the iconic Las Vegas venues and sites.
In addition to crowds, visitors should be prepared for an extreme climate, long walking distances, and extensive wait times.
Popular for bachelor and bachelorette parties, shotgun weddings, and other weekend getaways, Las Vegas is a staple in American tourism.
While some travelers visit with a budget, others - purposely or accidentally - can end up spending thousands of dollars in the infamous "Sin City."
These travelers come from across the country (and around the world), and many may be surprised to find the city - like so many others - is much less glamorous in the daytime.
Las Vegas, Nevada is consistently ranked as one of the most fun cities in America. The city is infamous for its bright lights and nonstop entertainment.
But if you're expecting an unobstructed view of the spectacle ...
... you might want to prepare yourself to watch it from behind several rows of people.
And visitors who expect the fountains to be running at all times will be in for a surprise: The show has a set schedule that should be researched in advance.
The train, which opened in 1995, is advertised as an "alternative to shuttles, taxis and trams." While quick and efficient, it doesn't run along Las Vegas Boulevard — it's a few streets over, behind crowded hotels and parking garages.
In addition, it only operates until 2 a.m. on most weekdays and 3 a.m. on weekends, which leaves all-night partiers without a ride home, leaving people to walk or to pay extra for a cab.
To ride one of Las Vegas' buses, you will need exact change to avoid severely overpaying. In addition, keep in mind the express route stops after midnight.
... and unless you drove in, you’ll need to rent a car to get there.
Rental cars can be expensive, just like everything else, including overpriced food at "tourist trap" restaurants. Dinner at the popular celebrity restaurants can especially expensive.
Otherwise, plan on eating at your hotel buffet, which usually has a wait line (just like everything else), and can still come at an extra cost on top of your stay.
Given its reputation as a party city, there's a good chance people will be drinking at just about any time of day, which can lead to loud environments with rowdy groups.
Just like photo-op locations, resort pools can be highly crowded.
While some lucky visitors might get to experience a leisurely pool day with plenty of space to swim ...
... most can expect to be sharing that coveted pool space ...
... with many, many strangers.
And the same goes for clubs, which can get packed. For some visitors, being part of the crowd is part of the coveted experience ...
... but to an unprepared visitor, it could easily be overwhelming. In addition, some may come with unexpected cover charges.
And, of course, it's hard to talk about Las Vegas without mentioning gambling.
According to a study by Forbes, depending on the game, the casino’s “house edge” makes your odds of winning big fairly slim. If you do decide to play for hours, consider blackjack, where the odds are at least 50-50.