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$8/day Economy Parking w/ Free Shuttle? Check and check
Short wait time at the security line? Most of the time
Security yelling at you to move at passenger pick-up? All of the time
Overall, I like this airport. For being an international airport in a bustling city, it's usually quiet and crowd-free, at least when I travel. I like airports in general, and McCarran is no exception. An Ethel M chocolate store, flat escalators, easy navigation throughout the airport, and clean- features in the airport that make me excited to travel from this airport. Of course, it wouldn't be the main Vegas airport without a view of the Strip, slot machines and billboards of shows and hotels. The food options are limited and overpriced. I tried the Mexican restaurant here, and it was not good. I also tried the TCBY/pretzel place, which was okay.
Dropping off someone at the airport is usually hassle-free. You can park your car at the designated airline section, and help your someone unload their luggage, say your farewells, and watch them leave. But watch out for reckless drivers especially the taxis, and pedestrians in this area.
Picking up someone at the airport is usually my least favorite part of this airport. You could park at short-term parking and wait for your someone at baggage claim or across the other side of the entrance, but this requires a few dollars. Another option is to try your luck and time your someone's arrival exactly, so you can do a fast pick up at the passenger pick-up area. But don't be surprised when a security guard comes with an attitude for you to move.
If you're traveling alone, I would suggest parking in the economy lot and taking the shuttle to the airport to save money. But if your wallets are full from a successful gambling trip, park in long-term parking at the garage.
One time, my plane was delayed for 4 hours...how did I survive? Free Wi-Fi! Makes time go by fast. If the airport was fancier like some of the other airports I've been to, that would bring up my review to 5 stars. Overall, I like McCarran.
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