Las Vegas Expert Travel Guides

See what the experts are saying about Las Vegas. Get expert advice on how to get there what to see and more.

Introduction

by Wcities Travel Guides

Gambling capital, vacation paradise or premier business destination; these are all definitions of the city that never sleeps. Reality takes a hike when you enter the world of glittering casinos with their 24-hour gambling excitement. The scar... Continue reading »
History

by Wcities Travel Guides

From its earliest beginnings, Las Vegas has catered to the traveler. A nomadic tribe of Indians called the Paiutes settled the area around the turn of the last millennium and occupied most of the area from Mt. Charleston to the Colorado River... Continue reading »
Where to stay

by Wcities Travel Guides

"Glitter Gulch" is awash with the brightly-lit hotels as far as the eye can see. Pyramids, skyscrapers and magical castles present an enchanting scene as you make your way through the desert mirage. The come-hither look of swaying palms, danc... Continue reading »
Eat drink

by Wcities Travel Guides

Once a vast wasteland of buffets, Las Vegas has come of age in dining and drinking. Added to the list of celebrities are some of the top names in the culinary world. Visitors now have their choice of fine dining experiences, both on and off t... Continue reading »
Entertainment

by Wcities Travel Guides

From the talented to the absolutely amazing, Las Vegas offers the best in magic, theater, dance, song and comedy. The gaming areas themselves provide sufficient entertainment for many guests. Gambling draws the majority of tourists and Las Ve... Continue reading »
Tours

by Wcities Travel Guides

Las Vegas may be known as the "Sin City,” but it has a lot of great attractions. Certainly, the casinos and nightlife are what bring visitors here, but there so much more to do. There are several historic and interesting sites, that are perfe... Continue reading »
Getting there

by Wcities Travel Guides

Getting There Air McCarran International Airport (LAS) +1 702 261 5211 http://www.mccarran.com/ LAS is located 5 miles from downtown and services the following airlines: AeroMexico (+1 800 237 6639/http://www.aeromexico.com) Air... Continue reading »
Fun facts

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Las Vegas State: Nevada Country: United States Las Vegas by the Numbers: Population: 503,188 (city); 1,485,855 (metro area) Average winter temperature: 45-51°F / 7-10.5°C Average summer temperature: 84-91°F / 29-33°C Annual rainfall: 4.... Continue reading »
Introduction

by Frommers Travel Guides

The point about [Las Vegas], which both its critics and its admirers overlook, is that it's wonderful and awful simultaneously. So one loves it and detests it at the same time. -- David Spanier, Welcome to the Pleasuredome: Inside Las Veg... Continue reading »
Frommer's favorite experiences

by Frommers Travel Guides

Strolling on the Strip after Dark: You haven't really seen Las Vegas until you've seen it at night. This neon wonderland is the world's greatest sound-and-light show. Begin at Luxor and work your way past the incredible hotels and their attra... Continue reading »
Best dining bets

by Frommers Travel Guides

A number of celebrity chefs are cooking in Vegas, awakening us to the opinion that Vegas's rep for lackluster restaurants is no longer deserved. Best Restaurant to Blow Your Money On: You could lighten your wallet at the craps table -- and... Continue reading »
Best hotel bets

by Frommers Travel Guides

Best for Conventioneers/Business Travelers: The Las Vegas Hilton, 3000 Paradise Rd. (tel. 888/732-7117; www.lvhilton.com), adjacent to the Las Vegas Convention Center and the setting for many conventions, offers extensive facilities that incl... Continue reading »

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