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Welcome to the most exciting and entertaining city
in the world, Las Vegas. Nowhere else can you find a
city that has all the amenities that only a complete
resort destination can offer: luxurious hotels, fine
dining, wonderful live entertainment and state-of-the
art convention facilities. Las Vegas is a spectacular
city, incomparable to any other.
Everything that you would expect from a world-class
metropolis, and more, is right here for your pleasure.
Las Vegas is a city that has something for everyone.
While you are here, make sure to see all the great attractions
the city of Las Vegas has to offer. Recognized all over
the world, our famous Strip is where tourists can enjoy
a walk in the warm desert evening, or take a stroll
downtown and view a dazzling light show that spans an
entire street the Fremont Street Experience.
You can also get a glimpse of amazing world famous re-creations
like erupting volcanoes, the Eiffel Tower and the Sphinx
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Orlando is an essential part of any Florida holiday,
simple as that. The only problem you'll have is organising
your time because, no matter how long you stay, we guarantee
you won't manage to visit every attraction you want
to. A bit of prior planning goes a long way, so get
some kind of rough itinerary together (after all, the
anticipation is all part of the excitement!). Within
Orlando there are 5 broad areas to stay - each with
its own benefits.
Star Attractions
Mini theme parks. One of the most-raved-about roller
coasters on the Strip is the Manhattan Express at New
York - New York. Expect lots of twists, loops, dives
and inversions at about 67 miles per hour. Although
it's not a roller coaster, the Big Shot at the Stratosphere
gets high marks for scariness. Imagine being strapped
into a chair 1,000 feet above the ground, then being
launched 160 feet up a tower in two seconds. Another
must-see at the Stratosphere is X Scream, which shoots
riders 27 feet over the edge of the tower at speeds
of up to 30 mph before pulling them back to safety.
We recommend riding both at night, so try to keep your
eyes open for the spectacular view. In Search of the
Obelisk at the Luxor is probably the highest-impact
simulator ride in town, competing with Excalibur's Merlin's
Magic Motion Machines. For true Trekkies, Star Trek:
The Experience is a must. With your admission to one
or both rides (Klingon Encounter and BORG Invasion 4D),
you'll also see Star Trek costumes and props on display
while you wait. And for something completely different,
at the Sahara's Cyber Speedway you sit in a real Indy
car and "drive" through the streets of Las
Vegas at 220 miles per hour. This virtual reality ride
is a great way to get rid of road rage.
Las Vegas offers free drinks when you gamble, free
lounge acts, free parking and a few free attractions.
MGM MIRAGE Resorts has made an art of outdoor exhibits
with the Sirens of TI at Treasure Island, the Volcano
at the Mirage and the Fountains at the Bellagio. The
Rio's Masquerade Village offers a "Show in the
Sky" that features live music, singing, dancing,
stilt walkers and colorful costumes. This is where everyone
gets those metallic beaded necklaces you've been seeing
around town. Most observers watch the elaborate show
for free, but if you really want to join the fun, pay
$9.95, get in costume and party alongside the performers.
Next, for the mushy, sentimental (but they really are
cute) attraction, visit the MGM Grand's Lion Habitat.
The multilevel viewing area allows you to see several
lions and cubs in a lush environment. Another Vegas
must-see that is free of charge is the Bellagio's Conservatory,
gorgeous any time of the year. The arrangements change
based on the season or holiday; you need to go back
each time you visit. One caveat: Children younger than
18 cannot enter Bellagio unless accompanied by adults
who are guests of the hotel (or who are visiting one
of the hotel's attractions, restaurants or shows). |
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| The summers in Las Vegas get hot and the winters are
cool, making spring and fall the best, and most popular,
times to visit. Between June and September the temperatures
get up to 100°F (38°C), and from December to January
they drop to around 55°F (13°C). The weather is
fairly dry most of the year, but in summer thunderstorms
are most common in the summer. |
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| The US Dollar ($) is the unit of currency and is divided
into 100 cents. Only major banks exchange foreign currency.
ATMs are widespread and credit cards and travellers cheques
are widely accepted. |
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| Travellers cheques should be taken in US Dollars. Banking
hours are Monday to Friday 9am to 3pm. |
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| English is the official language. |
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| Food
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| The city offers an unlimited variety of entertainment,
theme dining, Casino resorts, regional flavor and world-class
cuisine for every appetite. |
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| Tipping |
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| A 15% tip is expected by taxi drivers, bartenders, hairdressers
and waiters, but don't tip in fast-food or self-service
restaurants. In expensive restaurants or for large parties
tip 20% of the bill. It is normal to tip staff in hotels.
In more expensive accommodation there is sometimes a bed
tax, often as high as 15%, and it is worth checking that
this is included within the quote. |
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| Las
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Venetian Hotel and Casino
Bellagio Hotel and Casino
The Mirage
The Luxor
Liberace Museum
Imperial Palace Auto Collection
Glitter Gulch
Roller Coasters |
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