In Russia, Las Vegas is often associated with casinos and night to meetings. Unofficial world capital of gambling attracts annually about 40 million who want to have fun, to tickle nerves and plunge into the alluring world of big money. But what it is - to live permanently in the atmosphere of eternal holiday?
Yana, who lives in Las Vegas 10 years - a musician and producer - shares with readers 'Inostrannika' impressions of the city, tells how to find a job immediately and accommodation, and offers advice to those who decide to follow suit and move to live in the city of neon lights , gaming clubs and casinos.
Tell us how it is - to live permanently in the center of entertainment? Do not get tired of the noise and fuss?
Las Vegas is indeed a city of entertainment and partying, this city never sleeps. Clean and beautiful, it attracts people from all over the world. Attracts all - of its casino and entertainment, bright lights and magical architecture, a variety of "bread and circuses" - food and entertainment for every taste and purse.
In the world there is nothing like Las Vegas, but to live here permanently - that's another story.
As in any civilized and popular city, Las Vegas, people have a normal life, though, the day can sometimes be confused with the night due to night mode, especially for the many employees of casinos and clubs, and this staff, and managers and musicians.
In areas where there are private houses, apartments or condos, much noise and bustle there, and people are measured way of life.
Many of our compatriots found on the streets? Maybe in the Las Vegas area is inhabited by mostly Russian?
In Las Vegas, not so many Russians, though there are. For some reason, prefer to Russian immigrants in New York and Los Angeles. Separately, Russian regions in Vegas, I know not, but there are a couple of Russian shops where you can buy Russian food and remember Russia.
As you relax, where spend your free time? How often do local people go to casinos or is it mostly entertainment for the tourists?
Frankly, rest home, working on music, movies and music for films, but sometimes I like to go play on the "one-armed bandit" in the casino in hopes of winning a million. Even go to restaurants or cafes, and from time to time choose to see the show. Recently went to the " Blue Men Group ", it's very funny, unusually beautiful and interesting spectacle.
Many local residents also play in a casino, but mostly in remote from the center, because they are cheaper and more likely to get even a small gain.Unfortunately, many of the players - we call them "gamblers" - losing his fortune, home, car, because the thrust of the game turned into an obsession and became uncontrollable.
What is the average cost of renting an apartment? What are the most expensive areas of the city, and which cost the most? The cost of utilities plus water, heating and electricity?
Rental prices vary greatly, but rent a house here is much cheaper than, for example, in California. One bedroom apartment or condo can be rented starting from 500-700 dollars a month. Double cost is in the 650-800 dollars. With three or four bedrooms will cost 800-1200-1400 dollars per month.A private house can be rented from $ 1000. All, of course, depends on the location and condition.
The most expensive areas in Las Vegas are the new high-rise buildings in the Vegas Strip or nearby. It is also highly prized real estate in the areas of Summerlin and Mountain Edge, which are 15-30 minutes by car from the center.
Utility costs for water is usually included in the rent. In the two-bedroom condo or apartment for electricity and gas bill can go about 200 dollars a month in private homes similar payments reach 300-400 per month, which is quite expensive.
Home prices in Las Vegas, higher or lower than other major cities in America?
Housing prices in Vegas are much cheaper than in other cities. In recent years, they are dropped in comparison with what was a few years ago. Now one-bedroom condo can be bought for 30-45 thousand dollars, three-bedroom townhouse with a 75-95 thousand (was 230-260 thousand), private house with 3-4 bedrooms for 100-150 thousand dollars (it was 280 - 450 000 .)
If a foreigner acquires the house, are there any benefits of citizenship?
Unfortunately, the acquisition of private property does not provide benefits for citizenship, but can contribute to obtain a multiple entry visa in the future «green card». About these issues should consult with an immigration attorney.
What is the approximate cost of living in Las Vegas?
Cost of living in Las Vegas can not be called expensive, but it depends on personal needs.
Is it difficult to build a personal relationship with the Americans? Are there any features in the American private life, which are unusual for a Russian?
Americans - open and friendly people and build a personal relationship with them is not hard, knowing the language and taking their culture. Unusually all only when I first arrive in the country, and still do not know.
Americans - a calculating people, but more organized than the Russian. Many of the holidays they have dull, and it seems that each by itself, did not understand the Russian people, for which the familiar "walking, so to walk."
Here, many ruled by money, and the pace of life is very fast.
What kind of work can be found in Las Vegas, a foreigner? What is the average salary?
Now, when the country is going through hard times, it is almost impossible to find a job, not only foreigners but also local.
Average salaries in Las Vegas (for example, in the casino) 5-7 dollars an hour. But since a lot of tips, it all depends on the particular employee. In any case, everyone who works in Las Vegas, legally, must be licensed and no problems with the law, confirmed by the Police Department.
As in the situation with kindergartens, schools and institutions? Is there a specialized institution or classes for foreigners?
As in any civilized city, Las Vegas, many kindergartens and schools. University of Nevada-Las Vegas (UNLV) - one of the universities themselves famous in Vegas and they have special programs for foreigners. Classes for children of foreigners, too, have (with the English language) is also always possible to find private tutors in any subject.
What do you advise a Russian, who want to move to Las Vegas?
Come and buy apartments and homes in Las Vegas as cheap.
While Vegas is not very friendly to newcomers at first, do not be afraid, eventually you will become their own. The climate here is a little unusual: it is very hot in summer (almost impossible for a long time to be on the street) and very cold in winter. But after a couple of years, you can adapt. If you like fun, then this city will suit you best. There are not many states and cities in America where you can hang out, take a walk at any time, day or night. Almost everything is open 24 hours a day. As elsewhere in America, in Las Vegas, a lot of opportunities to record and maintain their own business. But Nevada, where Las Vegas is located, in this respect - one of the best staff.
The most important advice for anyone who is going to move to Las Vegas - is to control gambling. Casinos can leave you "without pants." Have fun, but do not forget that Las Vegas - it's "Sin City".
Anna Rumyantsev, Journal of the foreign property "Inostrannik"
http://inostrannik.ru/
(this is a google translation so we apologize for the incorrect English)
original interview - (http://inostrannik.ru/interview/a-51.html)
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