Poker Players Guide to Las Vegas: Visa, Flights, and Accommodation

Poker players planning a trip to Las Vegas can apply for a US visa independently using online forms available on the Pony Express delivery service website.

Flights from Moscow to Las Vegas and back can be found for 36-40 thousand rubles. For those looking to save even more, entering the USA through Los Angeles can reduce internal flight costs, as meals and entertainment are not provided on domestic flights.

When it comes to accommodation, LVH Hotel offers rooms for $36 per night plus taxes, with free Wi-Fi and no additional resort fee. The hotel is not on the Strip but is easily accessible via the monorail, with a weekly pass costing $56. Most rooms have two beds, making it suitable for two people, though space is limited.

Gold Coast Hotel & Casino is located five minutes walk from Rio and offers rooms from $40 on weekdays and from $109 on weekends. The hotel's restaurant serves a buffet breakfast for $10, though availability may be limited due to high demand.

The Quad, formerly Imperial Palace, offers rooms at prices comparable to Gold Coast but has a darker interior design. The hotel is on the Strip, providing easy access to major casinos and a free shuttle to Rio.

Harrah’s offers rooms from $50 on weekdays and from $120 on weekends, with a free shuttle to Rio. The hotel is known for long check-in queues, a common issue with Harrah's properties.

Bally’s offers rooms from $40 in the middle of the week to $106 on Saturdays, with a traditional free shuttle to Rio. The hotel underwent a major renovation nine years ago and is in good condition compared to other Harrah's locations.

Flamingo offers rooms at varying prices, with the average night costing around $70. The hotel is one of the more affordable options on the Strip.