Why are Las Vegas room rates predicted to rise more than average this year? And how can the average traveler save when visiting Sin City? We’ve got the reasons for the predicted price hikes this summer, and some suggestions for how to visit Vegas on a budget! Tropicana Las Vegas officially closed back in April, and this week the Mirage is shutting their doors as they transition to the Hard Rock. And believe it or not, both Caesars and MGM are set to profit from these resort closures. This week, Bally’s applied for an implosion permit from Clark County officials,…