Oh, McCarren Airport. I know you so well. Where to begin?\n\nThere are three security checkpoints that lead to different gates (A,B, C, and D). One takes you to A and B in the older part of the airport. These gates don't offer a lot in terms of food or enough places to sit, but security is always a breeze to get through. Another security checkpoint takes you to the C gate, which is an old run down hallway that Southwest uses. Security is easy to get through, but from what I remember the food choices include several fast food joints ($10 Subway footlongs- yikes) and Cabo Wabo. They are currently remodeling this gate. The final security checkpoint takes you to the D gates, which is the newest area of the airport. Security takes a little longer to get through, but the terminal is bright and fancy and has nice stores and restaurants. My planes never leave from the D gates. Sigh.\n\nIn all, if you follow the signs overhead it's easy to find where you need to go. Security is pretty easy to deal with and I've never waited an insane amount of time in line, even during the holiday season. Sunday afternoons can be pretty busy though, so give yourself a little more time if your plane is leaving on a Sunday. \n\nDriving to the airport is easy, parking is easy- it's super close to the strip so it's convenient. There's a giant taxi staging area that usually moves pretty fast so you can get to your hotel quickly and enjoy your vacation.\n\nTip: If there are only one or two of you getting into a cab, try asking in the taxi area if anyone else is going to the same casino as you. There are only a handful of casinos on the strip, so you are bound to find someone else to share a cab with.\n\nNot the best airport in terms of food choices, sitting, or overall looks, but certainly one of the easiest to deal with. Plus, nothing greets you to Las Vegas quite like the sound of slot machines as soon as you get off your plane!
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