Golf
Las Vegas offers several executive length and championship golf courses in one of the best environments for the sport in the country. You'll enjoy the amazing desert landscape as you challenge yourself on one of the many great courses in and around the city. When in town, be sure to visit one of Jack Nicklaus' golf courses like Bear's Best on Flamingo Road. There are many more, including Painted Desert Golf Course, the first desert golf course ever built in the area. Its green fairways will tempt your best strokes and you'll marvel at how it was built in the arid landscape.
Painted Desert Golf Course
5555 Painted Mirage Dr
Las Vegas Nevada 89149
(702) 645-2570
Casinos and Entertainment
There are endless shows and numbers of casinos in Las Vegas, which include some of the world's best. For cheap entertainmen, be sure to catch the Bellagio Hotel fountains, which dazzle spectators every few minutes. Then enjoy the high class decor inside the casino. Many of the best casinos are on Las Vegas Boulevard, which is the city's main drag, but some lesser-known casinos are worth a visit. The Klondike, which is off the strip, features an authentic atmosphere with low-limit blackjack tables. There is entertainment inside all the major casinos as well, with nightly singing, musicals and more famous acts like Cirque Du Soleil.
Bellagio Hotel and Casino
3600 Las Vegas Blvd
Las Vegas, Nevada 89109
(702) 693-7111
http://bellagio.com
Shopping
When you've had enough gambling and golfing, you may want to check out the city's shopping. It is not just for the well-heeled. The city offers several great shopping outlets, which include the Las Vegas Outlet Center, where you'll find discounts on popular brands. You should also see the Boulevard Mall on Maryland Parkway and the Fashion Outlets of Vegas located in the Primm Valley Resort and Casino. There are shopping centers in Caesar's Palace (The Forum Shops at Caesar's) and the famous Grand Canal Shops situated on a real canal inside the Venetian Hotel and Casino.
Las Vegas Outlet Center
7400 Las Vegas Blvd S.
Las Vegas Nevada 89123
(702) 896-5599
Hotels
Typical hotel stays in Las Vegas will treat you to extensive luxury in large suites that offer plush accommodations. You will also be amazed by the extensive amount of amenities. Many Las Vegas hotels feature dining, nightclubs, shopping and entertainment venues inside. The most well-known hotels, including the MGM Grand, Luxor, Mirage, Bellagio and Ceaesar's Palace, feature these top amenities plus more. If you want to enjoy it all, stay at one of these hot spots, which are centrally located on Las Vegas Boulevard, the main drag. To avoid the craze of the Strip, and to save some money, look for a hotel like the Eastside Cannery on Boulder Highway.
Eastside Cannery Hotel and Casino
5255 Boulder Hwy.
Las Vegas, Nevada 89122
(702) 856-5300
http://www.eastsidecannery.com/
Downtown
Toward the central downtown area on Fremont Street, you will find more of the older hotels and attractions, including the Fremont Street Experience. It is a revival of the old Las Vegas, with a modern light show and other attractions. You'll also find art museums, shopping and dining.
Fremont Street Experience
425 Fremont St.
Las Vegas, Nevada 89101
(702) 678-5600
http://www.vegasexperience.com/
About The Author
Steve Smith has published hundreds of articles on a wide range of topics, including cars, travel, lifestyle, business, golf, weddings and careers. His articles, features and news stories have appeared in newspapers, consumer magazines and on various websites, including Trails.com and eHow.com. Smith holds a Bachelor of Arts in English and journalism from University of New Hampshire Durham.
