Out and About in Las Vegas – Get Married in Las Vegas

A few years ago, a friend of mine got married in Las Vegas.  She didn’t tell us she was getting married we all thought she was just going on holiday.

When she returned to work, she told us the happy news.

I have to take my hat off to her as it must have been hard to arrange everything without letting anyone in on the secret.  The wedding dress was shipped to her hotel all ready for the big day.

You know what!!!!! I think it was a totally awesome idea. She looked absolutely beautiful, the setting was lovely and what a tale she has to tell.

When Paula and I were in Vegas, a bride in her flowing white gown along with her wedding party got into the monorail carriage we were in and just recently Val and I saw a bridal party strolling down the road  into the Venetian.

Getting married in Vegas is quite popular and if you want to do this make sure you check out the requirements for getting a marriage license first and then take your pick from one of the many wedding chapels that abound. 

Here are Just Some of the Marriage License Requirements (as outlined on the website of the County Clerk Las Vegas, Nevada):

NOTE: Requirements for U.S. citizens and non U.S. citizens are the same.

• It is suggested that non U.S. citizens check with your local officials for special documents that may be needed to ensure that your marriage will be recognized in your country.
• Applicants must be a male and a female, at least 18 years of age, and not nearer of kin than second cousins or cousins of half blood, and not having a husband or wife living.
• Applicants may be required to prove their age. Those not having acceptable identification to prove age may be refused a marriage license. Faxed copies, damaged identification, privately issued I.D., check cashing cards or photocopies of identification are unacceptable.
• For specific information on forms of acceptable identification, click here. 

There is no blood test and no waiting period after a license is issued.

Although there are the themed weddings such as getting married by Elvis, there are many other chapels that cater for the not so way out wedding. And you can even have your wedding webcast for all your family and friends to see. Most of the Casinos also have a wedding chapel if you don’t want to cruise the strip.

I took these photos when we were looking for the second hand goods store in Las Vegas Boulevard, when Val was looking for reloading gear. Note the pink units. At night of course this is all lit up. 

Chapel of the Bells also advertises a license service. 

Here is the Hollywood Chapel – Bridal de Paris

While we were waiting to cross the road we saw a fire at a petrol station. There was thick black smoke billowing out for quite some time. At first we thought it was a controlled fire but it was too long before the fire brigade arrived to put it out.

At this end of Las Vegas Blvd we are quite close to the Stratosphere and Sahara casinos. Its getting near to lunchtime so we decide to have lunch at the Stratoshphere buffet. Unfortunately when we finally arrive ( remember distances are deceiving in Las Vegas) the buffet is closed, so we opt for a burger at the NASCAR cafe. The food is tasty and there is plenty of it. We are treated to baseball on the large TV while we eat.  All around us people are totally enthralled in the game.

Now while you are in the Sahara you can take a simulated ride, driving a race car in the Las Vegas Cyber Speedway.  This gives you a realistic experience of driving a race car.  The ride operates from Noon – 10pm daily and it costs $10.00 for a single ride and $22.95 for an all day attractions ride pass.

This also gives you access to Speed – The Ride which is a roller coaster that takes you through a loop and 224 feet up in to the air.  This rid operates 11am – midnight Sun – Thursday adn 11am – 1am Fri – Sat. Again a single ride costs $10.00 or you can buy the all day attractions ride pass for $22.95.

When we come out into the street after lunch we catch sight of some very brave souls on top of the Statosphere casino.  This photo gives you an idea of the height.

And here they are:

There are 3 rides on the top of the Stratosphere casino. These are ‘Insanity’, ‘Big Shot’ and ‘XScream’ and they are the three biggest thrill rides in the world.

XScream catapults you 30 feet over the edge of the Stratosphere Tower and its a long way to the bottom.

Insanity lets you the experience the force of 3 G’s as you are spun up and out. 

Big Shot launches you off your seat and you fall back towards the tower base at speeds in excess of freefall.

So thrill seekers if this is the type of adventure you are looking for why not buy all day unlimited pass for $33.95 so that you can take advantage of all the rides.from 10 am -1am Sun - Thur and 10am -2am Fri, Sat and holidays.

If your fear factor is a little more sedate then you why not visit the Stratosphere Tower where you will have an amazing view of the entire valley from both indoor and outdoor vantage points at 1149 feet above the strip.

The tower is open 10am -1am Sun – Thur, 10am – 2am Fri, Sat and holidays. Admission is $13.95 for adults and $8.00 for children 6-12 years of age.

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