Originally Posted by
dieuwer2
Never been to a casino but planning a short Vegas vacation in April

Do yourself a favor, read up on basic strategy for blackjack before you ever sit down at a table.
Also, read the basics on how to play craps, buy in for $100 at a rambunctious $5 table (not that hard to find), keep your bets basic, and enjoy one of the best times Vegas has to offer.