Despite high gas prices and high temperatures, Las Vegas can expect an influx of tourists this weekend ready for a three-day holiday.
How many people will be in Las Vegas for the long Independence Day weekend is difficult to predict, officials say. But tourism industry professionals say it’s best to anticipate a high number because hotel room rates appear to be holding steady with rate estimates earlier this month with the average price just under $200 a night.
Additionally, airline seat capacity at Harry Reid International Airport appears likely to grow this summer after a robust May, leading airport officials to believe “it’ll likely be quite busy” this weekend.