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Categories:

• 1. General
  
• 2. Attending
  
• 3. Activities
  
• 4. Lodging
  
• 5. Transportation
  
• 6. Entertainment
  
• 7. Dress
  
• 8. Costs
  
• 9. Big Sisters
  
• 10. E-mail, Media and Contact
  
• 11. Volunteers
  
• 12. Photos
  
• 13. Behavior, Dress, Restrooms
  
• 14. Visiting Las Vegas
  
• 15. MyDLV
  
• 16. Misc
  

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Topics:

• 1. General
  • 1.01 What is Diva Las Vegas?
  • 1.02 What do you do at Diva Las Vegas?
  • 1.03 What's the difference between Diva Las Vegas and other events such as Fantasia Fair, Be-All, Southern Comfort, etc.?
  • 1.04 When does this happen?
  • 1.05 How long has this been going on?
  • 1.06 What do I need to do if I want more information?
  • 1.07 Is Diva Las Vegas a sexually-oriented event?
  • 1.08 Does Diva Las Vegas occur at the same exact time each year?
  • 1.09 What is the exact, correct name of this event?
  • 1.10 What have the attendance totals been over the years?
  • 1.11 What were the dates of previous DLV events?
  • 1.12 What if I have a question which is not covered by this FAQ?

• 2. Attending
  • 2.01 How do I register and does it cost anything to register?
  • 2.02 I'm F to M, am I still welcome?
  • 2.03 I'm under 21 years of age, can I still attend?
  • 2.04 But didn't you once allow 18-20 year olds to attend?
  • 2.05 Are spouses, significant others, and children welcome at Diva Las Vegas?
  • 2.06 When I get to Las Vegas, how do I "check in" and make contact with the group?
  • 2.07 What is the deadline for registration?
  • 2.08 What's your policy on admirers? Are admirers welcome?
  • 2.09 Do I still have to register if I only want to do 1 or 2 activities with the group?
  • 2.10 I'm local to Las Vegas and want to attend, what should I do?
  • 2.11 I registered for DLV once but did not show up. Am I still welcome?
  • 2.12 What is expected of me? Are there any conditions of participation?
  • 2.13 About how many people will be attending?
  • 2.14 Are single (unaccompanied) women (GG's) allowed to attend?
  • 2.15 Quite honestly, I'm scared. I might back out. Can you help me?
  • 2.16 I'm bringing somebody with me. Should we register as a couple or individually?
  • 2.17 Can I bring guests? Family members? Other TGs? Friends?
  • 2.18 About how many partners and "Significant Others" participate in Diva Las Vegas?

• 3. Activities
  • 3.01 What are some of the activities that are planned?
  • 3.02 How many meals are included?
  • 3.03 What if I want to attend religious services when I'm in Las Vegas?
  • 3.04 How do I sign up for golf?
  • 3.05 What do I do if I want to sign up for golf and nothing else?
  • 3.06 When will the activity locations be announced?
  • 3.07 But can I get a list of activity locations just in case I decide to show up?
  • 3.08 I've been told that all you do at Diva Las Vegas is eat and drink and you don't do any of the "fun" stuff. What's the story?
  • 3.09 Why don't the public working schedules show activity locations?

• 4. Lodging
  • 4.01 Where is everybody staying? Is there an official or host hotel?
  • 4.02 But there's this other hotel which is just as nice. Why don't you add it to your list?
  • 4.03 Are any discount, promotional or group hotel rates available.

• 5. Transportation
  • 5.01 What about local transportation to the DLV activities?
  • 5.02 Why was the "Ride Share Program" discontinued.
  • 5.03 But I'm new, scared, and I don't know anyone and I won't have a car. What in the world do I do for a ride?
  • 5.04 I've never taken a taxi in girlmode before. What's the procedure, etiquette, etc.?
  • 5.05 What about the Monorail? The city bus? The shuttles?
  • 5.06 What about ride-sharing services such as Uber and Lyft?

• 6. Entertainment
  • 6.01 Who's speaking?
  • 6.02 How about clubs and bars that are TG-friendly?
  • 6.03 What about performance-type activities, such as an amateur drag show, karaoke, etc.?

• 7. Dress
  • 7.01 Can I really go out dressed in Las Vegas?
  • 7.02 Is there any dress code for Diva Las Vegas? What should I plan to bring to wear?
  • 7.03 What do you suggest I do if I want to attend but I've never been out in public before?
  • 7.04 Are changing facilities available?

• 8. Costs
  • 8.01 About how much does it cost to attend DLV?
  • 8.02 I'm on a very tight budget but I still want to attend. What advice can you give me?
  • 8.03 What's the story on these "donations" that you are requesting?

• 9. Big Sisters
  • 9.01 What is the Big Sister Program?
  • 9.02 I'm new. How do I request the assistance of a Big Sister?
  • 9.03 Are there any guarantees with the Big Sister program?
  • 9.04 What can I do if I don't sign up for a Big Sister but find I need one during the event?
  • 9.05 Will my Big Sister give me a ride to the DLV activities?
  • 9.06 What if I get "stuck" in my hotel room or motor vehicle?
  • 9.07 Where do I find the number of the Big Sister Hotline?
  • 9.08 What can I do if I get no answer or get stuck in Voice Mail Jail on the Big Sister Hotline?
  • 9.09 What do I do if I want to volunteer to be a Big Sister?
  • 9.10 What are the necessary qualifications to become a Big Sister?

• 10. E-mail, Media and Contact
  • 10.01 What's the story with the new "divalas.vegas" domain?
  • 10.02 What is the best e-mail address to use to send e-mail to Diva Las Vegas?
  • 10.03 Are there any other administrative, miscellaneous or technical contact e-mail addresses?
  • 10.04 How do I join the Diva Las Vegas mailing list?
  • 10.05 I'm no longer interested in DLV but I keep getting your stupid mailings! What do I have to do to get off your list?
  • 10.06 My e-mail to DLV keeps getting returned as undeliverable. Help!
  • 10.07 Who, exactly, receives e-mail addressed to DLV?
  • 10.08 I sent in e-mail and never received a response, what should I do?
  • 10.09 I sent in an announcement to your e-mail list or Discussion Forum and it was not published. What's going on?
  • 10.10 Are there any postal mail or voice telephone contacts for Diva Las Vegas.
  • 10.11 Do you have a local storefront, walk-in office or a local representative?
  • 10.12 I keep getting "Page not found" or "Page cannot be displayed" when trying to view one of your web pages.
  • 10.13 I get this "There is nothing here of any interest" message when I try to view your web page.
  • 10.14 Do you have any kind of a banner exchange or link exchange program?
  • 10.15 I tried to join your mailing list but I got no response. What's going on?
  • 10.16 I used to be on your list, but I haven't received anything lately.
  • 10.17 When should I use that "emergency" DLV e-mail address?
  • 10.18 I got spam which gave one of the Diva Las Vegas e-mail addresses as that of the sender.
  • 10.19 I've seen DLV brochures, posters, and flyers. Can I get some of these?
  • 10.20 I got this "Please do not invite DLV to social network sites" notice and I swear I never invited you!
  • 10.21 I get error messages when I try to enter ratings or comments on the Big List.
  • 10.22 The Konami Code won't work on your web site.
  • 10.23 One of your web pages does not properly display in my browser. What should I do?
  • 10.24 Do you ever sell or give out your mailing lists?
  • 10.25 I get a "blocked" or "banned" message when I try to view your web site. What can I do?
  • 10.26 What is the Attendee Information Portal?

• 11. Volunteers
  • 11.01 How do I volunteer to help out with Diva Las Vegas?
  • 11.02 In what areas are you in need of help?
  • 11.03 How about the "behind the scenes" work such as setting up, working sound and lights, etc.?
  • 11.04 What about photography? I work part time as a ... and I ...
  • 11.05 Do volunteers get such things as free registration and free rooms?
  • 11.06 Hey, I've got this dynamite idea about something I know the group would like to do!
  • 11.07 I would really like to help, but I don't have a clue as to what to do. Can you still use me?
  • 11.08 I'm quite shy of such things as cold-calling vendors. Can I still help?
  • 11.09 What is "voting status" and how is this attained?
  • 11.10 Are there any volunteer duties which do not count toward voting status?
  • 11.11 Am I allowed to volunteer if I haven't attended DLV yet?
  • 11.12 Who, exactly, is in charge of Diva Las Vegas? Who really calls the shots?
  • 11.13 How are the various leadership positions within DLV filled?

• 12. Photos
  • 12.01 What's your policy on photography?
  • 12.02 I'm a reporter/photographer/writer/whatever and want to cover your event. What do I need to do?
  • 12.03 When will the photos of the latest event be posted?
  • 12.04 How can I tell if the photos of the latest event are on line?
  • 12.05 Why does this take so long?
  • 12.06 I attended the last DLV. How can I preview the photos?
  • 12.07 How do I request a particular photo to be removed?
  • 12.08 What are the valid reasons for requesting a photo to be removed?
  • 12.09 How many photos can I request to be removed?
  • 12.10 How long does it take to process a removal request?
  • 12.11 I requested removal and the photos are still there!

• 13. Behavior, Dress, Restrooms
  • 13.01 What does "BDR" stand for?
  • 13.02 What is the basis of the BDR guidelines?
  • 13.03 Why do you have so many rules?
  • 13.04 Why is this necessary? None of the other TG events have this!
  • 13.05 What exactly are these rules, guidelines, or whatever it is that you call them?
  • 13.06 What is the legal status regarding public restrooms in the Las Vegas area?
  • 13.07 Then what's the story on this "Awful Restroom Law" which I keep hearing about?
  • 13.08 So, what does all of this mean? Which restroom should I use?
  • 13.09 What if I'm fully-transitioned and have that coveted "F" on my ID? What if I'm a GG?
  • 13.10 But I've been using public restrooms for decades and never had any issues!
  • 13.11 What are some examples of good practice regarding restroom use?
  • 13.12 What are some examples of poor restroom practice?
  • 13.13 What behaviors, specifically, are not allowed at DLV activities?

• 14. Visiting Las Vegas
  • 14.01 I'm gonna be in Las Vegas soon. Do you have any recommendations on what I can do and places I can go?
  • 14.02 Are there any regular gathering places for TGs in Las Vegas?
  • 14.03 I'm looking for a safe place where I can hang out and just be myself for a while.
  • 14.04 What about the big Las Vegas casinos? Are these safe to go out to?
  • 14.05 How about those trendy nightclubs? Are TGs welcome at these?
  • 14.06 I'm in need of a makeover, a wig, lingerie, shoes, clothing. Where can I go?
  • 14.07 I'm wondering if there's going to be anyone else in town when I am and if they might want to get together and do the town?
  • 14.08 How should I dress when I go out in Las Vegas?
  • 14.09 Uh, what if I'm interested in finding somebody and, well, you know, "hooking up"?

• 15. MyDLV
  • 15.01 What is MyDLV?
  • 15.02 What's available to me with MyDLV?
  • 15.03 How do I join MyDLV?
  • 15.04 How much does it cost to join MyDLV?
  • 15.05 How much space do I get for my photo gallery and blog postings?
  • 15.06 So what happened to all of the archived forum postings and back issues of the mailing list?
  • 15.07 What about such things as real-time chat?
  • 15.08 I'm a total klutz with computers! Can I still set up a blog or gallery?

• 16. Misc
  • 16.01 Who sponsors Diva Las Vegas?
  • 16.02 Is Diva Las Vegas affiliated with any other TG events?
  • 16.03 Is Las Vegas really that "TG-friendly" and safe?
  • 16.04 What about handicapped facilities?
  • 16.05 Will there be any vendors there? Are there any shops in the area that cater to TG people?
  • 16.06 I don't know anybody else who's going. I feel a bit uneasy, kind of like I'm not going to be part of the "club"
  • 16.07 What's this I keep hearing, something about a 7-11?
  • 16.08 I'm a vendor, can I come and try to sell my stuff to your people?
  • 16.09 I don't have Internet access and I am serious about attending. What are my options?
  • 16.10 I'm curious about how the weather will be in Las Vegas during DLV.
  • 16.11 What warnings, cautions, and suggestions do you have?

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