This page presents some general notes and hints about transportation issues when arriving in Las Vegas and when traveling to various DLV activities. It's written primarily for those who are unfamiliar with Las Vegas but may be of interest to all.

If you get lost:

If you should get lost while arriving in Las Vegas or while driving or walking in Las Vegas, phone one of our DLV contact people. He or she will help you sort things out and get you on the right track.

If you are driving to Las Vegas:

Here are general directions from major highways leading into Las Vegas to our suggested hotel.

To get to the Linq:

The Linq is on the east side of Las Vegas Boulevard (Strip), Just north of the intersection with Flamingo Road.

Exit I-15 at Flamingo Road heading eastbound. Turn left (north) onto Las Vegas Boulevard. Look for the Linq on your right and follow signs to valet or self park. The entrance will be just to the south side of the main hotel/casino building.

You may enter the Linq self-park garage via Linq Lane, which is just east of the Strip on Flamingo Road. Follow signs to Linq self parking.

To get from Reid (nee' McCarran) Airport to your hotel:

• Rental car.
  
  All rental car agencies which serve Reid (McCarran) Airport now use the Rental Car Shuttle which runs frequently during most hours. Follow signs to "Ground Transportation" and the shuttle should be obvious.
  
  If you are not familiar with Las Vegas, ask for a map at the rental car desk and ask for directions to your hotel.


• Taxi.
  
  Taxi service from Reid (McCarran) to your hotel is usually convenient and reasonable in cost.
  
  The rule of thumb as to cost is that if there's only one rider, the shuttle will be cheaper than the taxi. If there are two riders, the cost will be about the same for a shuttle or taxi and the length of the taxi line and the expected wait for a shuttle (ask the booth) will determine convenience. If there are 3-4 riders, the taxi will be cheaper.
  
  All taxis now charge a flat rate from Reid (McCarran) Airport to the major Strip hotels. This varies from $19 to $27. The flat rate from Reid (McCarran) to the Linq is $27.


• Shuttle service.
  
  A number of companies (Bell-Trans, Gray Line, etc.) run regular shuttles between Reid (McCarran) airport and most Las Vegas area hotels. These are very reasonable in cost (varies depending on destination) and run frequently. Follow signs to "Ground Transportation" and inquire as to destination and availability.
  
  For one person, this will be cheaper than a taxi, but may take a bit longer since shuttles serve all hotels in a particular area and your hotel may not be the first destination of the particular shuttle.
  
  Hint: Do NOT, repeat NOT get talked into paying for a round-trip shuttle ride to and from your hotel! Reports of difficulties arranging that already-paid-for ride back are very common!


• Limousine.
  
  Nope! It's not just for the high rollers! Limousines are usually standing by at the airport for hotel guests. Inquire at booths such as Bell-Trans or Gray Line. Prices start at $40 or so for one-way from Reid (McCarran) to Strip hotels.
  
  If you phone in advance, the limo driver will meet you in the bag claim area holding a sign with your name!


• City bus.
  
  As of this writing there is no convenient single-seat bus service between Reid (McCarran) Airport and the major Strip hotels.
  
  The WAX Bus offers service between the airport and downtown, and does make one stop at the far south end of the Strip, but does not stop directly at any Strip hotels.


• Pick-up via private vehicle.
  
  If someone will be picking you up at the airport there are two options:
  
  
  1. Wait outside in the passenger pick-up area. Your driver should follow signs to "Passenger Pick-Up" to meet you.
  
  
  2. Have your driver park in the short-term parking and meet you at the bag claim area for your airline. Both valet and self-parking are available.

Getting around in Las Vegas:

• If you will be driving:
  
  You can zero in on a map of any particular activity location by "drilling down" in our tabular schedule, on line HERE, and using the "Get Directions" function.


• If you will be riding with others:
  
  Although we no longer have an organized ride share program, we encourage attendees to share rides as long as all agree that it's at one's own risk.
  
  We strongly suggest that those who are in need of rides stay in our suggested hotels in order to be close to those who may have additional seats in their vehicles.
  
  You may use the Diva Las Vegas Discussion Forum or the Group Text for the purpose of announcing yourself as a driver willing to give others a ride to DLV activities, or for asking for a ride to DLV activities.
  
  We ask that all riders be courteous and appreciative to their drivers. Contribution to a driver's fuel fund would be appropriate and appreciated. Ditto with picking up a driver's valet parking tip.
  
  One point of friction in the past has been unwanted smoking in the vehicle of a nonsmoker. We ask that if you smoke, you refrain from doing so in a driver's vehicle unless you are absolutely sure there are no objections. (And drivers, if you object, please don't be shy about saying so!)


• Taking a taxi:
  
  Riding a taxi in Las Vegas is very "safe", even for beginners, as proven over our 20-plus year history. Taxi drivers depend on tips for a significant portion of their income so they are very unlikely to jeopardize a tip by remarking about your mode of dress or gender expression.
  
  Taxis are usually available at main entrances of most major hotels. The taxi line or taxi stand will usually be well marked and obvious. To get a taxi, simply step up to the taxi stand and join the line at the rear if there is one. If the taxi stand is not obvious, tell the doorkeeper that you need a taxi.
  
  The doorkeeper will often times whistle a taxi for you, hold the door for you, etc. A tip for this is not normally expected even though it is sometimes given. If the doorkeeper helps you with luggage or performs some meaningful service, yes, a tip is appropriate.
  
  In Las Vegas, taxi drivers are supposed to pick up riders only at designated taxi stands or via a radio call. They are not supposed to respond to a "hail" or "flag" on the street although they sometimes will. (This is illegal and they risk getting cited for doing so.)
  
  If you encounter a taxi driver who is courteous and helpful, ask if he or she takes calls for rides via cell phone. Many of them carry phones with them and will respond quickly to a call for a ride if they are not busy at the time.
  
  A tip is expected, but not legally required, for a taxi ride. If the service is good a tip is customary and should be given. If the driver was a jerk in any way, feel free to simply pay the amount shown on the meter.


• The Las Vegas Monorail:
  
  The Monorail is a convenient means for traveling along the eastern "Strip" corridor from the MGM at the south end to the (now closed) Sahara at the north end. Fare is $5 one way, with flat-rate tickets usually available.
  
  The Linq has a Monorail station located to the east side of the property. Follow the signs.
  
  When convenient, Monorail stops at or near DLV activity locations are noted on the final schedules.
  
  Many DLV attendees have used the Monorail frequently with no reported incidents. Hint: Do not travel on the Monorail in large groups. cars.


• Taking the city bus:
  
  The Deuce (double-decker) bus runs the length of the Las Vegas Strip, as well as some other major bus routes, and is considerably nicer than the usual city busses. It has been reported to be quite slow if the Strip is congested.
  
  The Deuce should be comfortable for those with moderate experience in mainstream general public, but it may be uncomfortable for those with little or no mainstream public exposure.


• Hotel shuttles and trams:
  
  Free cable-driven trams connect the Excalibur, Luxor, and Mandalay Bay; and Bellagio, City Center, and Monte Carlo. No formality. Just hop on and ride. These have been reported as being safe and comfortable by our attendees.
  
  There are many casino-sponsored shuttles. Most of these travel between properties of the same ownership or management but some stop at destinations such as downtown and shopping malls and even at competing properties in some cases.
  
  Some of these require no formality to ride, just hop on. Others require such things as a room key or a players club membership card. These shuttles vary widely as to schedule and comfort.


• Ride Share services such as Uber and Lyft:
  
  Many DLVers have used these in recent years with no issues at all reported.

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