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Headed to the sparkling Nevada city that never, ever sleeps? Vegas is one of my favorite destinations, and I’m hoping to get back there soon. I’ve learned a few things along the way, so here are my tips:

It can get chilly. While it’s pretty balmy late into the evening in Las Vegas, around 2 or 3 a.m. it can be cold. So, if you’re planning on hitting the clubs or walking around outside in the early hours of the morning, make sure you have a light jacket. It has also been known to snow on the Strip in the winter, so be sure you pack accordingly for the season you’re going in.

Don’t even think about driving. We took a cab to Mandalay Bay, and it was bumper to bumper traffic at nearly 11. The main strip of Las Vegas is crammed with taxis and tourists driving, so I recommend staying somewhere on the Strip so you can walk everywhere. There’s also a monorail system and city buses that are clean and comfy.

A quickie wedding ceremony is so much fun, but same-sex marriage is not legal in Las Vegas. This seems to be a misconception among some gays and lesbians, because many of the cutesy chapels and even the larger hotels will perform commitment ceremonies or let you exchange wedding vows. If you want to make tying the knot legal, don’t go to do it in Vegas.

Check out gay and lesbian events before you go. Vegas is big, but there isn’t an established gay scene. Yes, you’ll find a handful of gay and lesbian bars, but if you’re looking for a gay ghetto or a specifically gay hotel (exception: The Blue Moon Resort), it’s slim pickings. If you want gay events, go in May for Las Vegas Gay Pride, or September for the Bighorn Gay Rodeo. However, you’ll find plenty to keep you busy for the rest of the year, whether it’s checking out Cirque de Soleil or lounging by the Sunkissed LGBT Pool Party on Sundays.

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