It's a tiny oasis smack in the middle of the Mojave Desert, the brightest place on Earth seen from space and the only place in the world where you can see the Eiffel Tower, the Statue of Liberty and an Egyptian pyramid all within a few miles of each other. Las Vegas is a stimulating playground best experienced as a whirlwind tour of casinos, museums, bars and shows. It's no wonder many consider it one of the top vacation destinations in the world.

Las Vegas history is as wild as its ...

It's a tiny oasis smack in the middle of the Mojave Desert, the brightest place on Earth seen from space and the only place in the world where you can see the Eiffel Tower, the Statue of Liberty and an Egyptian pyramid all within a few miles of each other. Las Vegas is a stimulating playground best experienced as a whirlwind tour of casinos, museums, bars and shows. It's no wonder many consider it one of the top vacation destinations in the world.

Las Vegas history is as wild as its present. The area that is currently home to America's best parties was originally inhabited by the Paiute Indians. In the early 19^th century, Spanish explorers reached the Pauite's land, which they dubbed "the meadows." It wasn't until the 1940s that two mobsters created the Flamingo, Vegas' first resort. Today, visitors can learn about these contrasting parts of Vegas history by visiting the Mob Museum in Downtown Las Vegas and the Las Vegas Paiute Smoke Shop.

The main draw of Las Vegas, though, is its extensive collection of casinos. There are over 100 casinos in Sin City, many of which are known as the best in the world. The Bellagio, Caesars Palace, the Palazzo and Mandalay Bay casinos are known all over the world for their quality games and luxurious service. At the MGM Grand, expect to eat delicious food and even a neck and shoulder massage tableside.

Just outside the city, travelers will find a wealth of natural beauty. If you need to recharge after a night on the strip, take a break at the scenic Lake Mead or visit the Springs Preserve. Also nearby is the Valley of Fire State Park which boasts 40,000 acres of Aztec sandstone and Red Rock Canyon.

Las Vegas welcomes over 40 million visitors each year. With its reputation for luxury and opulence, Vegas is also home to some of the very best timeshare resorts in the country. Vacation ownership resorts like Elara by Hilton Grand Vacations and the Wyndham Grand Desert offer accommodations that rival 5-star hotels.

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