I do travel to Vegas alone (by choice) and I never had a problem eating, drinking, etc. anywhere. I am too old for the clubs so I can't really say anything about them. As long as you use common sense you will be safe no matter where you go or stay. I would stay mid-strip only because it will be easier to walk to the casinos at the south end of the strip and most of those at the north end. Bellagio, Mirage, Bally's, Bill's (it is a very basic hotel but it is NOT a dump), Flamingo, Paris are all possibilities-depending on your budget. Some of the hotels on the north end of the strip (Sahara, Strat, CC, Riviera) are kind of isolated and really have nothing going for them so you probably won't have any reason to visit them unless you want to go to the Fireside Lounge near the Riviera. It is a very funky/unique/retro lounge.

Make sure you see as much of the strip as you can. The last thing you want to do is stay in your hotel. That is the fun part of Vegas- getting out of your own hotel and seeing the attractions, shows and eating at restaurants away from your hotel.

Carnaval Court at Harrah's is always a fun place to be. If you don't like what you hear- just take a few steps into the hotel and you will be at the Piano Bar (Dueling Pianos- after 9PM)- another fun place.

You are going to love being alone since it will give you the freedom to choose your restaurants, bars/lounges, shows, etc. without having to consult anyone else. It is also very easy to make new temporary friends in Vegas.

Being alone is not a problem so don't make any decision about anything based on that. Have fun!

While I am not a woman, I will say that there is nothing to worry about as long as you stay on the strip. There are cameras everywhere and for the most part everyone minds their own business.

My GF and I are returning to Vegas in August, and this time we are taking my mom along (she has not been to Vegas in 34 years). She plans to go out on her own a few nights and I have no problems letting her.

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I went last summer by myself and had no problems at all. I stayed at the Golden Nugget as I love downtown and the Fremont experience. I went to shows by myself and didn't feel at all uncomfortable. Didn't hang out in any bars or clubs so I can't comment on that. I rented a car and drove myself to the strip hotels and the malls I wanted to visit. Valet makes it so easy! Of course I had my doors locked going between the strip and downtown. A little common sense and I felt safe at all times. You're going to have a great time!

Having gone my last 7 of 10 trips solo....I can honestly say, you will have as great a time, or bad as time...as you make it.

I love the freedom to hop around, go here, go there, smile and flirt, or gamble and drink....all without having to 'check in' or plan things for others enjoyment.

List out things you want to do.....then get going. But be flexible with your schedule. A hot streak at a BJ table will nix the plan to see the volcano...etc you get the picture.

Have fun, be smart...there are allot of fun things to fo and allot of fun people to do them with (if you choose to).

Just let us know how it was. :)

I started going to Vegas as a solo woman when I was 22 years old. I've never had a problem. I don't let being alone stop me from doing anything, eating anywhere, or having a drink anywhere. Enjoy yourself but always use the appropriate amount of common sense. :)

I've traveled alone twice. Once for a reunion. Once, my sister was with me, but got food poisoning, and stayed in the room for 2 days.

You'll be fine. Think about it. Even when you're with someone, many times you'll split up to do your own thing. You see a lot of people without partners, either for a few hours, or for a few days. You won't stand out in the crowd. I agree with the others that mid-strip will give you the most choices.

You're going to have a great time! Enjoy!

Not that I would expect anything "scary" to happen to you or anything, but I have some female friends who travel solo to Las Vegas, and one thing they choose to do is not let people KNOW they are solo.

"My boyfriends over there throwing away our money on blackjack" can be a handy line to use if you get any unwanted attention at a bar or whatever. Or so I've heard.

But as previous posts say, everyone pretty much minds their own business, it's unlikely you'll have any problems.

I think Irish's advice is excellant. I travelled alone for work for many years. I didn't mind eating or having drinks alone. Even in the French Quarter. It's great to not have to please anyone else, as others have said.

But I was always careful to give the impression "I was about to catch up with my group" or expecting someone to show up at any moment.

I feel very safe in LV. Much safer than in my mom's city of Memphis, where I had a carjacking attempt as soon as I arrived there last year! Have fun!