HOTEL	ATTRACTIONS	ENTERTAINMENT
Aladdin Resort & Casino 3667 Las Vegas Blvd S.  Las Vegas, NV 89109 702-785-5555 877-333-9474	There are more than 130 shops at Desert Passage, a 462,000-square-foot retail and entertainment complex, with hourly desert rain storm. An outdoor pool is located six stories above Las Vegas Blvd.	The Aladdin offers the 7,000-seat Theatre of the Performing Arts; the largest theater of its kind in the United States; and a showroom featuring an elaborate entertainment production nightly. Also, Sinbad's Palace; a two-story structure within the casino features live entertainment visible from various locations throughout the property.
Bally's Las Vegas 3645 Las Vegas Blvd. S. Las Vegas, NV 89109 702-739-4111  800-634-3434	Bally's Plaza, a space-age entryway of palm trees, neon columns, cascading fountains, and moving sidewalks, bring customers in from the street. Bally's Avenue Shoppes is home to about two dozen shops, including several art galleries, apparel stores, a Hollywood memorabilia shop and a delightful ice cream parlor. Other amenities include a large outdoor pool area, wedding chapel, tennis courts and a first-class health club. There's also a free monorail linking the hotel with the MGM Grand down the street.	Bally's ongoing production show, "Jubilee!," is a lavish cabaret that features remarkable special effects such as the sinking of the Titanic and Samson destroying the Temple of the Philistines. This show performs nightly, except Tuesdays, in the 1,035-seat Jubliee Theater.
Bellagio 3600 Las Vegas Blvd S. Las Vegas, NV 89109 888-987-6667	Bellagio, whose design was inspired by European towns, overlooks an 8.5-acre lake where dancing fountains are choreographed to lights and music. Shoppers can stroll along Via Bellagio, a promenade featuring a collection of upscale boutiques, and browse through collections at Gucci, Prada, Hermes, Giorgio Armani, Tiffany & Co., Chanel, Yves Saint Laurent and the rare jewelry of Fred Leighton. Guests enjoy a full range of services in the Spa and Salon Bellagio where the menu includes treatments such as massage therapies, hydrotherapy, facials and Vichy showers. Divided into six courtyard settings, Bellagio's pool area portrays a classical setting of a Mediterranean villa.	An international cast of synchronized swimmers, divers, acrobats, aerialists and characters has been assembled for the Cirque du Soleil production of "O," which is performed in, on and above water. The show is staged in a theater reminiscent of the Paris Opera House.
Caesars Palace 3570 Las Vegas Blvd. S. Las Vegas, NV 89109 702-731-7110,  800-634-6661	The grandeur that was once Rome's exists at Caesars Palace, with marble statues, Roman fountains, imported cypress trees and toga-clad cocktail waitresses. The Forum Shops at Caesars is a shopping and dining Riviera wrapped in historical touches that make consumption seem sacred. More than 100 stores and restaurants are housed in the 500,000-square-foot, marble and granite promenade. Also, the 4.5-acre Garden of the Gods pool area is the most extravagant in Las Vegas with fountains, landscaped courtyards, marble statues, manicured shrubbery, private cabanas, three large swimming pools, two whirlpool spas, and three lighted tennis courts.	The new Caesars Magical Empire is a subterranean adventure that takes guests on a mystical, dazzling journey through the realms of magic and mystery while they feast on a four-course gourmet dinner. And there's the always-rockin' Cleopatra's Barge Nightclub.
Circus Circus 2880 Las Vegas Blvd. S. Las Vegas, NV 89109 702-734-0410 800-634-3450	Adventuredome - fully enclosed and completely climate controlled - is one of the most popular attractions in Las Vegas for kids. Designed to resemble a classic desert canyon, hand-painted rock gives way to caverns, pinnacles and steep cliffs while a stream flows through the stark landscaping, cascading over a 90-foot fall. Adding to the setting are eight life-size dinosaurs dwelling among two 140-foot peaks, a fossil wall, an archeological dig and Pueblo Indian cliff dwellings. The park's rides appeal to kids of all ages and include a double-loop, double- corkscrew roller coaster, a wild water flume ride and a futuristic laser-tag arena. The Circusland Recreational Vehicle Park features 399 spaces with full hook-ups and the Circus Circus Hotel, Casino and Theme Park is just steps away. The RV Park has its own pool, playground, a 12-machine arcade, pool table, general store, laundry room, and large meeting room.	Dazzling aerialists, high-wire walkers, trapeze artists and clowns from around the world perform twice an hour daily from 11 a.m. to midnight under the Circus Circus Big Top.
Excalibur 3850 Las Vegas Blvd. S. Las Vegas, NV 89109 702-597-7700 800-937-7777	To keep pace with the exploding volcano and pirate battle up the street, Merlin the Magician battles a dragon every night in a free laser light show beneath the castle's drawbridge. On the mezzanine level above the casino, there's a medieval shopping village where jugglers, musicians, magicians and assorted minstrels provide a roving Renaissance Faire. On the level below the casino you'll find a dungeon "fun zone" for kids, complete with video arcade, games, and a Magic Motion Simulator that takes you on the high-tech thrill ride of your life.	Excalibur offers "Tournament of Kings" in King Arthur's Arena twice daily. The show features jouting, fire-breathing dragons, serving wenches and King Arthur and his friends. The family-friendly show also features a feast that is eaten with one's hands. Even more fun for the kiddies.
Flamingo Las Vegas 3555 Las Vegas Blvd. S. Las Vegas, NV 89109 702-733-3111 800-732-2111	Surrounding the rose garden are lush grounds and walking paths that take you on an expedition through live African penguins, Chilean flamingos, Mandarin ducks and Koi fish swimming in ponds under three-story-high waterfalls. Adding to the resort atmosphere is the tennis courts, swimming pools and a world-class health spa.	In the main Flamingo Showroom, the musical revue "Men Are From Mars, Women Are From Venus" plays Wednesday through Monday. In the Flamingo Showroom, impressionist Bill Acosta presents "Lasting Impressions." In the smaller Bugsy Celebrity Theater, the heartwarming tribute to the 1950s,   "Forever Plaid," plays nightly. And the only afternoon topless show, "Bottoms Up," plays twice a day.
Frontier Hotel 3120 Las Vegas Blvd. S. Las Vegas, NV 89109 702-794-8200 800-634-6966	The massive marquee that 30 years ago advertised Elvis now touts Gilley's Saloon, BBQ, and Dance Hall. The original Last Frontier opened in 1942 and was only the second hotel on The Strip. It was demolished in 1966 to make way for the current Frontier, which was at one time owned by Howard Hughes.	Gilley's Saloon, Bar-B-Q and Dance Hall features Gilley's All-Star Band six nights a week, a large dance floor, the best barbecue this side of Texas and a mechanical bull. Top entertainers will appear in Gilley's throughout the year.
Golden Nugget 129 Fremont St. Las Vegas, NV 89101 702-385-7111 800-634-3454	The Golden Nugget is located in the heart of the Fremont Street Experience. This $70-million, four-block-long pedestrian walkway - covered by a canopy of lights - transforms the area bordering the Golden Nugget into a spectacular sight. Throughout each evening, guests are treated to complimentary theme shows using the 2.1 million computer- programmed lights and more than 540,000 watts of stereophonic sound. Most weekends, special events are staged featuring live music, food and special entertainment.	The lounge offers popular live music nightly. Stefano's singing waiters accompany the fine Northern Italian cuisine. Lillie Langtry's is a Las Vegas institution, serving prime mesquite grilled steaks.
Imperial Palace Hotel 3535 Las Vegas Blvd. S. Las Vegas, NV 89109 702-731-3311 800-634-6441	A popular attraction is the Antique & Classic Auto Collection, which displays 200 rare and historic vehicles. There also are rare Duesenbergs worth in excess of $50 million. Other amenities include a wedding chapel, health club, video arcade, shopping promenade, Olympic-size swimming pool, on-site medical clinic and business center.	The hotel's Legends in Concert production remains vibrant as new entertainers are added to the revue and continues to play to a packed showroom. In addition to live impersonations of music's superstars, the show is backed by a live orchestra, which is fast-becoming a rarity in Las Vegas. Also worth seeing is Hawaiian Hot, a Polynesian revue and all-you-can-eat luau, which is presented poolside from spring through fall. The show features sword and fire dancers, Tahitian hula dancers and other Polynesia performers plus a finger-licking luau with roast pig, poi, coconut hai pei pudding and much more. A national radio/tv show, "Backstage," is free to the public Saturdays from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. from the auto collection.
Las Vegas Hilton 3000 Paradise Rd. Las Vegas, NV 89109 702-732-5111 800-774-1500	The hotel's latest addition is Star Trek: The Experience, an interactive attraction from Paramount Parks. Among the features is a motion simulator, TurboLift to the shuttlecraft launch bay and film images during the craft's "voyage." There's also a museum with costumes and memorabilia and Spacequest Casino with futuristic slot machines.	The Hilton Super Book is probably one of the three best in the city. It has plenty of seating, plenty of TV screens and plenty of betting options. Its Super Contest for pro football handicappers is an industry standard, and its college basketball and football contests have no equal in the city. On Thursday night, bettors get 5% vigorish and ties-win parlay cards on Sunday and Monday nights.
Luxor Hotel 3900 Las Vegas Blvd. S. Las Vegas, NV 89119 702-262-4000	For a peek into Egypt's past, visit King Tut's Tomb and Museum, an accurate reproduction of Howard Carter's 1922 find, often called the most significant archaeological discovery of modern history. The burial chamber and treasury room feature more than 500 replicas of mummies, Egyptian furniture, a chariot, pottery, baskets, jewelry, linens and other artifacts. The gift shop sells Egyptian antiquities and keepsakes. Secrets of the Luxor Pyramid is an hour-long adventure spread over two venues.	"Blue Man Group: Live at the Luxor" took up residence in the Luxor Theater in March 2000. Three men in, yes, blue greasepaint present this weird but wildly inventive and universally funny show.
Mandalay Bay 3950 Las Vegas Blvd. South Las Vegas, NV 89119 702-632-7777 877-632-7000	A House of Blues live music venue and restaurant is located just off the casino floor. This legendary name in the music industry also manages an International House of Blues Foundation Room on the top floor (43rd) of Mandalay Bay. A lush, 11-acre tropical water environment comprised of a sand-and-surf beach, a lazy river ride, a variety of pools and a jogging track provides a remarkable recreation and relaxation experience.	Along with the House of Blues, Mandalay Bay placed a premium on attracting top-name entertainment when it made the decision to build a 12,000-seat sports and entertainment complex. The events center features superstar concerts, major sporting events and television specials.
MGM Grand 3799 Las Vegas Blvd. S. Las Vegas, NV 89109 702-891-7777 888-646-1203	MGM Grand's 6.6-acre Grand Pool and Spa sets the precedence of high quality in a stunning complex. The lushly landscaped Grand Pool features five separate pools, 27,000 square feet of swimming space, including a gently flowing lazy river. The Grand Spa features more than 30 treatment rooms, saunas, steam rooms, whirlpools and relaxation lounges. The new $9 million Lion Habitat showcases lions daily, including Goldie, Metro and Baby Lion, direct descendants of MGM Studios' famous signature marquee lion, Metro. The Habitat is open daily and admission is complimentary. Guests can have their photo taken with a lion cub during select days at the Lion Habitat. MGM Grand's 5,000-square-foot "Forever Grand Wedding Chapel" makes every bride feel like a star! The Grand Adventures Theme Park, a seasonal outdoor entertainment complex, is home to eight rides, shows, entertainment, casual dining and shops, as well as SkyScreamer, the world's largest Skycoaster.	Showcasing top performers and special events, MGM Grand has established itself as "The City of Entertainment" featuring the award-winning stage show "EFX," starring pop-rocker Rick Springfield, and nightly headliners in the intimate 650-seat Hollywood Theatre. The 17,157-seat MGM Grand Garden Arena is home to major special events including the Barbra Streisand Millennium Concert, the annual Andre Agassi Grand Slam for Children Benefit, the Fox- Billboard Music Awards, ESPN's 2000 ESPY Awards and championship boxing. The reinvention of the legendary nightclub, Studio 54, continues to be an integral part of the entertainment scene at the MGM Grand. The three-story club features state-of-the-art sound, and well as DJ's spinning the hottest selection of chart-topping dance music nightly. Studio 54 is also home to a gallery of black-and-white celebrity photographs taken at the original Studio 54 in New York City from the 1970s.
The Mirage 3400 Las Vegas Blvd. S. Las Vegas, NV 89109 702-791-7444 800-374-9000	Three of the main attractions at The Mirage are its animal habitats, which have been built for educational programs and the public's enjoyment. The Dolphin Habitat houses a family of Atlantic Bottlenose dolphins; the Secret Garden houses six rare animal breeds, including the White Lions of Timbavati and Siegfried & Roy's Royal White Tigers of Nevada; a separate habitat, near the south entrance, houses Siegfried & Roy's Royal White Tigers.	Illusionists Siegfried & Roy perform their theatrical magic show twice nightly (except Wednesdays and Thursdays) and feature exotic animals, including rare white tigers. Impressionist Danny Gans captures audiences with his versatile singing and talking impressions. He can impersonate both male and female voices and balances the comic with the sentimental. Additionally, The Mirage features a variety of headlining acts.
New York-New York Hotel Casino 3790 Las Vegas Blvd. S. Las Vegas, NV 89109 702-740-6969 800-693-6763	The Manhattan Express roller coaster takes white-knucklers on an exciting ride that twists, loops and dives around and through the property, reaching speed of up to 67 mph. The pool area has food and beverage service. Relax and refresh at The Spa at New York - New York and Euphoria Salons & Day Spas.	For nighttime fun, the 1,000-seat Broadway Theater hosts the fast-moving production, "Michael Flatley's Lord of the Dance." And the Motown Cafe and Nightclub features star-studded memorabilia such as original gold records and rhinestone costumes worn by groups such as The Four Tops, Temptations, Supremes and Boys II Men. You can also enjoy the live sounds of the Motown Cafe Moments and after 11 p.m., dance the night away to the hits of yesterday, today and tomorrow. For a flavor of the Great White Way, swing and sway to the big band sounds in the Empire Bar, or if raucous sing-along is more your number, visit the dueling pianos in The Bar at Times Square.
The Orleans 4500 W. Tropicana Las Vegas, NV 89103 702-365-7111 800-675-3267	The state-of-the-art bowling center features 70 lanes, 5 tournament rooms, 2,000 lockers, fully stocked pro shop, snack bar, lounge and arcade. The 12-screen movie theater complex has stadium-style seating, giant wall-to-wall screens and THX-certified sound. And you can work out in the fitness center.	At The Orleans, you can enjoy your favorite brand of entertainment, from superstar headliners like the Righteous Brothers, Willie Nelson and Ray Charles in the luxurious 827-seat Orleans Showroom to contemporary, jazz and blues music in the lively Bourbon Street Cabaret.
Paris Las Vegas 3655 Las Vegas Blvd, S. Las Vegas, NV 89109 702-946-7000 888-266-5687	Paris Las Vegas, which opened in September 1999, is designed to capture the spirit of the legendary city of Paris, France, and includes a 50-story Eiffel Tower. Other replics of landmarks include the Arc de Triomphe, Parish Opera House, the Louvre and Place de las Concorde fountain. Shoppers will revel in the Le Boulevard. There is a rooftop swimming pool, a state-of-the-art European health spa and fitness center. Additionally, glass elevators glide up the 50-story Eiffel Tower to an observation deck.	Enjoy "Euro Bands" nightly in Le Cabaret. Napoleon's offers a rich, clubby atmosphere, live entertainment, a cigar and pipe lounge, French-style hot and cold appetizers, French wines and beers as well as other imported beers and microbrews. Le Bar Du Sport, Gustav's Casino Bar, and Le Café also provide an array of entertainment choices to experience Parisian nightlife.
Plaza Hotel 1 Main St. Las Vegas, NV 89101 702-386-2110 800-634-6575 281st REUNION HQ	The sports deck features a pool, jogging track and the only tennis courts in the downtown area.	A variety of shows have played in the Plaza's showroom, including a topless ice skating extravaganza. Currently playing is the Kenny Kerr Show, a female impersonator revue.
The Rio 3700 W. Flamingo Rd. Las Vegas, NV 89103 702-252-7777 800-752-9746	The most recent expansion added Masquerade Village - a $200 million shopping, dining, entertainment and gambling complex, woven together in an ongoing carnival atmosphere. Visitors to the Village are treated to a daily Masquerade Show in the Sky, in which five fantasy floats glide high above the village floor to an orchestration of music and dance. A cast of 36 specialty performers including musicians, aerialists and costumed stilt walkers add to the festivities, and guests can participate by traveling on one of the floats in any of the four themed shows. Outdoors lovers will find the pool area to their liking. A sandy beach lies at the edge of a tropical lagoon, complete with waterfalls and five swimming pools.	For after-hours fun, Club Rio is one of the hottest discos in town. The Voodoo Lounge has great live music and fantastic views. The Copacabana Showroom features "At the Copa," a tribute to the golden era of nightclubs, starring David Cassidy with Sheena Easton and an 18-piece band. De La Guarda is an exuberant new form of theatre that literally falls from the sky.
Sahara Hotel 2535 Las Vegas Blvd. S. Las Vegas, NV 89109 702-737-2111 888-696-2121	Amenities include an all new pool area, featuring a sparkling 5,000-sq-ft pool, 13 cabanas, circular fountains, a gazebo- covered spa and a convenient snack bar, and the Destination Salon Spa. The 35,000-sq-ft Las Vegas Cyber Speedway features realistic sight, sound and motion of an authentic NASCAR race. Drivers "start their engines" inside one of 24 model stock cars mounted on hydraulic-motion bases. A 20-ft wrap-around screen projects an authentic visual replica of the Las Vegas Motor Speedway or a road course down the Las Vegas Strip. Also, the Sahara features a new roller coaster called Speed -- The Ride. The ride begins in the NASCAR Cafe, where a high-speed launch will propel passengers along the Las Vegas Strip.	Today the historic Congo Room is home to "The Rat Pack is Back!," a song, dance and comedy tribute to the golden era of Las Vegas entertainment. The Sahara Theater is home to world-class magician Steve Wyrick.
Stardust Hotel 3000 Las Vegas Blvd. S. Las Vegas, NV 89109 702-732-6111 800-824-6033	The Stardust Resort and Casino, a Las Vegas legend since 1958, measures one quarter of a mile along the Las Vegas Strip. In keeping with the old Las Vegas, the Stardust has remained an adult playground, unencumbered with family attractions. The casino is large and filled with gamblers, not sightseers. Rounding out the amenities is eight bars, two pools, a video arcade and a cluster of retail shops.	Mr. Las Vegas, Wayne Newton, is back on the Strip. Backed by a 20-piece orchestra and four strong singers, Newton delivers his greatest hits in the renamed Wayne Newton Theatre. The hotel lounge frequently hosts quality acts such as Susan McDonald and The Coasters.
Stratosphere 2000 Las Vegas Blvd. S. Las Vegas, NV 89104 702-380-7777 800-998-6937 www.stratlv.com	No one misses the Stratosphere: Its space- needle tower is visible from anywhere in the Las Vegas valley. In fact, the 1,149-foot tower is the tallest observation tower in America. If you want to rise above it all, it costs $6 ($4 for Nevada residents, senior citizens and hotel guests) to take the ride to the top of the Tower, where you'll get a sweeping view of the valley and surrounding mountains. There are two observation decks, one inside and one outside. For those with stomachs of steel, there are two thrill rides at the top: the High Roller roller-coaster and the Big Shot, which shoots upward 180 feet in 2.5 seconds, then free falls back to the launching pad. Other hotel amenities include meeting and banquet facilities, a 200-seat cocktail lounge and a swimming pool on the roof of the 24th floor of the New World Tower and the Srat-O-Fair midway.	Getting back to earth, the hotel hosts an afternoon show, now a rarity in Las Vegas, called Viva Las Vegas. After dark, the American Superstars take over in the main showroom and stage drop-dead impersonations of superstars like Madonna, Gloria Estefan and Michael Jackson, to name a few. Note that the impersonators perform live, as opposed to the lipsynch impressionists at some other shows.
Treasure Island 3300 Las Vegas Blvd. S. Las Vegas, NV 89109 702-894-7111 800-944-7444	The hotel fronts The Strip with a replica of an 18th-century sea village, surrounded by rock cliffs, shrubs, palm trees and nautical artifacts, all perched atop Buccaneer Bay, a blue-water lagoon. Two fully rigged ships - a pirate galleon and a British frigate - moored and anchored in the bay, play out for a mock sea battle every 90 minutes beginning in the late afternoon. The show fills the sidewalk with onlookers, who marvel at the cannons blazing, masts toppling, powder kegs exploding and stunt actors leaping into the lagoon.	The hotel's ongoing production show, Cirque du Soleil's "Mystere," is staged in a specially built, 1,500-seat theater that is typically sold out. The reason? The show is perhaps the best in town. In April 2000, the show became the longest-running Cirque du Soleil show, hitting 3,000 performances.
Tropicana 3801 Las Vegas Blvd. S. Las Vegas, NV 89109 702-739-2222 800-468-9494	Between the hotel's twin towers is a five-acre water park featuring three sparkling pools, five relaxing spas, cascading waterfalls and two lagoons surrounded by lush tropical plants and exotic flowers. Other amenities include a full-service wedding chapel, health club and spa and a small selection of retail shops. The newest attraction to the property is the Casino Legends Hall of Fame. The Hall of Fame is a one-of-a-kind must-see attraction for tourists and locals alike, featuring a rare collection of Las Vegas gaming and entertainment memorabilia.	In December 1999, the Tropicana celebrated 40 years of the world-famous "Folies Bergere," a musical tribute to the Parisian cabaret. Afternoons are magical with the "The Illusionary Magic of Rick Thomas," and for those who love to laugh, visit the Comedy Stop At the Trop, a classic comedy club that showcases some of the best comedians in the country. The Celebration Lounge & Casino and the Tropics Lounge both feature nightly live entertainment.
Venetian 3355 Las Vegas Blvd. S. Las Vegas, NV 89109 702-414-1000 888-283-6423	The Venetian's architecture is inspired by the captivating romance and opulence of Venice, Italy. Nestled within a Venetian-style garden atop a 5-acre pool deck, the 63,000-sq-ft Canyon Ranch Spa Club is an exclusive facility.  Madame Tussaud's Museum makes its way to the United States via The Venetian Resort in Las Vegas. Famous icons in their natural settings adorn the 28,000-square-foot attraction. Approximately 100 wax figures are featured, many with strong Las Vegas links, such as Elvis, Tom Jones and Frank Sinatra. Madame Tussaud's is a part of the Grand Canal Shoppes, which houses a collection of stores and boutiques, many premiering for the first time in the United States and the Las Vegas market. Visitors can ride the gondolas through the canal that meanders through the shopping area.	C2K is a 55,000-square-foot live-performance entertainment complex. The state-of-the-art venue has four levels and several performance rooms, with seating for 1,400, for top-name performances. Nightly, C2K features singing impressionist André- Philippe Gagnon, then turns into a hot dancing spot.

Aladdin Resort & Casino
Bally's Las Vegas
Bellagio
Caesars Palace
Circus Circus
Excalibur
Flamingo
Frontier
Golden Nugget
Imperial Palace
Las Vegas Hilton
Luxor
Mandalay Bay
MGM Grand
Mirage
New York-New York
The Orleans
Paris Las Vegas
Plaza Hotel
The Rio
Sahara Hotel
Stardust Hotel
Stratosphere
Treasure Island
Tropicana
Venetian
 
 

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