F1 Road Closures: Ultimate Guide For Las Vegas

It's officially that time of year again: It's time for F1 road closures.

Perhaps this is one of the most dreaded times for Las Vegas locals. This is when traffic gets super congested and very confusing on The Strip. People will undoubtedly complain about commute time, but this weekend is expected to bring in millions of dollars of revenue for the city. And it's all thanks to F1.

Last year, the race generated $1.5 billion for the city, the Las Vegas Review-Journal reports.

From Thursday until Saturday, the Strip will turn into an intense race track with the best out of the best drivers in the world competing for a piece of the prize pot. But with this frenzy of racing, our staple roads will close for the weekend.

When it comes to F1, there are warm tracks and hot tracks. According to KTNV Channel 13, "warm tracks" refer to the tracks that are open to traffic with some added barriers and restrictions. A "hot track" means the track is completely closed.

Channel 13 states that the majority of F1 roads will be under the "warm track" classification on Monday and Tuesday. On Wednesday, this is when warm tracks start to close up and become "hot."

The portion of Koval Lane between Flamingo Road and Harmon Avenue is already closed and will continue to be closed until Thanksgiving.

According to Real Vegas Locals, the following roads will be affected:

These roads will be closed on the following dates:

During the "off hours" (so the hours that are NOT listed above), the affected roads on the hot track will be open with reduced lanes and, most likely, tons of delays and traffic.

We know the road closures seem confusing due to all the intersections and such. But we have one piece of advice: Avoid The Strip unless you're working or attending the events. If you are working or attending then plan accordingly. There will be a ton of traffic and congestion due to people taking backroads and detours on The Strip.

The county has issued resources to help locals navigate their way through the F1 traffic. You can text "F1LV" to 31996 to receive text updates from the county regarding traffic and road closures.

There will also be a disruption for bus stops along the Strip and surrounding areas. Click here to see the full list of affected bus stops along the F1 route. The affected stops are mainly on Koval Lane, Flamingo Road, Spring Moutain, and Desert Inn.

Once again, proper preparation prevents headaches. Give yourself ample time for the commute if you have to work on The Strip. Essentially, the track is a big circle around Las Vegas Boulevard, Sands Avenue, Koval Lane and Harmon Avenue.

Here is also an interactive map from Formula 1 that can help you plan your route accordingly.

The time of year has come where everyone is thinking about holiday travel plans. Where they'll go, what they'll pack, who they'll see. What most people aren't thinking about, however, is the very thing they should be considering. Travel delays. It's bound to happen sooner or later. But that doesn't mean it has to be stressful for holiday travelers. The secret to success is to be on top of your timing and preparation. That means doing what you can to avoid hectic travel times and being ready even if you land right in the middle of it.

It's wise to expect at least some travel delays in your itinerary. Tenfold during the holidays. And a hundredfold if you live in a city with an airport known for such headaches. We just reported on the top ten airports in the U.S. that are known for how many of their flights get delayed every year. If you're flying into or out of Las Vegas, Miami or San Francisco, sorry to say you have a pretty good chance at getting at least one flight delayed.

So let's say you have plans to meet your family for dinner on the other side of your upcoming flight. Which is great because you ran out of the house without feeding the kiddos and you're on a budget too tight to afford airport food prices. It'll all work out, providing that your flight leaves on time and there's no delay on the runway. Then it comes...the news that your flight is delayed. Cue the mounds of stress.

Was it really the flight being delayed that caused the stress? Or was it the lack of preparation and putting too much of your success on things out of your control? The problem is obvious. Fortunately, so is the solution. We got some tips from travel experts at Palm Paradise Realty Group that will help travelers avoid flying during those times when delays are more likely. As well as tips to handle delays when they do come.

The most popular times to travel is from afternoon into the late evening. Therefore, try to book an early morning flight. Those are less prone to delays and very often have smaller crowds and shorter security lines. Redeyes are also often light on passengers. For long flights, it might even be helpful to book an overnighter that your kids can sleep on. They won't be bored and you won't be stressed about getting through the crowds. It's a win-win!

Due to work, school or other demands, most of the world has to travel for the holidays the day before or the day of. Experts advise travelers to try to book a flight at least a few days before Thanksgiving or Christmas to avoid the rush. The same goes for flying home. Pick a few days after the holiday for the easier time spent in the terminal. You might have to take extra time off, but it might be worth avoiding the headache.

If travel delays are inevitable, experts advise that packing smart is the difference between stress-free travel and total chaos. Bring your own snacks and empty water bottle to fill up after getting through security. This will eliminate the need to get in long lines for food or drink. For my kiddo, I pack a Snackle Box and don't let them see it until the flight. So everything's a fun surprise.

If you have to be somewhere shortly after your flight is supposed to land, then timing is everything. The way to NOT make timing everything is to allow plenty of it on the other side of your flight. Make a whole day for travel, if you can. That gives you the whole day to get to where you need to be, settle in, and refresh before hitting the holiday plans with the family. Don't make 7:00 dinner plans when your flight comes in at 6:00pm. That just sets you up for failure.

This is especially necessary if you have little ones. Download movies or apps before heading to the airport, and don't forget the chargers! If you want to mix it up and use fewer electronics during potential travel delays, there are lots of downloadable game cards like airport bingo or scavenger hunts. And don't be afraid to go old school with those travel board games. They're time-consuming and take up little space in the carry on.