Welcome to the Netflights.comLas Vegas e-guide!

Las Vegas is a hugely popular destination – whether it’s for a flying visit or a longer stay,more and more people are choosing to experience Sin City. However, the city’s attractionsare on a mammoth scale –and it’s easy to become daunted by the size and enormity of thecity! So, in a bid to make sure that everyone experiences the very best of Las Vegas, wedecided to create a Las Vegas e-guide – perfect for reading before you travel, or evendownloading and taking with you!

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Don’t miss the Statue of Liberty at the NewYork Hotel: they’ve recreated their veryown and while you are there make sureyou go on the hotel’s roller coaster too!

Sample ‘The Strip’: Las Vegas Boulevard isa glittering procession of evermore over-the-top casinos and nightclubs - thrift storesand bars.

Fly into The Stratosphere: The tallest free-standing observation tower in the U.S.A.and the world’s highest rollercoaster. Theview from the top is spectacular!

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Catch a show: From Cirque du Soleil’sBeatles extravaganza ‘Love’, to Disney’sThe Lion King, shows in Las Vegas arebigger, better and more eye-poppinglyspectacular than anywhere on Earth.

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Marvel at the Bellagio Water Fountains:You don’t think water can dance? Take alook at the incredible light, sound andwater choreography every evening at theBellagio and think again.

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Las Vegas is a city which shines –whether you’reexperiencing the desert sun by day or the neon lightsof The Strip by night. Everything in the city is huge –from the hotels, which are almost attractions inthemselves to the shopping centres, full of designeritems at reduced prices. Las Vegas is served by LasVegas McCarran Airport, which is just a short driveaway from the centre of the city. Transport in the areais widely available – from local taxis, buses and evenfree shuttles to some hotels, making it easy to explorethe whole city. It’s impossible to think of Las Vegaswithout thinking of the casinos, glittering locationsfull of people hoping for a big win to make their tripextra-memorable! The most famous casinos includethose at the Bellagio, the MGM Grand, Mandalay,Wynn and Caesar’s Palace, but almost all of the bighotels include a casino, allowing you to play the slots,roulette or poker all hours of the day and night!

Casinos have their own chips in denominations of $1, $5, $25, $100, and up to $1,000,000! Chipsare available from the dealer at the tables but you can only exchange chips for cash at the casino’scashier’s cage at the home casino!

We hope that this e-guide gives you some ideas foryour trip to Las Vegas, but we wanted to ensure that italso includes insider tips from people who know andlove the city! That’s why we ran a competition to findthe best Las Vegas tips –because there’s nothing betterthan getting a deal or seeing an attraction which hasbeen recommended from someone with insideknowledge. Find the Las Vegas top tips throughout thisguide, and know when you read them that someoneelse has already found them useful.

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Be a dolphin trainer for the day at the DolphinHabitat at the Mirage Hotel; it’s really great ifyou have kids with you! Alison Eardley

The Mirage Hotel and Casino is a four and ahalf star hotel situated on central Las VegasBoulevard. Set amidst lush foliage, toweringwaterfalls and sparkling lagoons, the hotel is aSouth Seas oasis, offering the serenity of thetropics and the excitement of Las Vegas.

Book as far in advance as possible for thebest seats to Cirque du Soleil’s “O” at theBellagio Hotel. A show like no other;acrobats, water, moving music and anuplifting storyline. You will fall in love with thetheatre again - even though there are nospoken words! Cannot recommend highlyenough - I have been three times! Scott von Poulton

An iconic Las Vegas sight, The Bellagio, withits wonderful fountains brings a new level ofelegance, grace and romance to the city.Don’t miss out on exploring the Conservatoryand Botanic Gardens, which are free andopen to all visitors!

If you get a chance to stay in one of thepyramid hotels at Luxor, do it! The experienceof going up in a lift at a bizarre angle is quiteunique and only found in Vegas! Murray Richards

Luxor is a hotel and casino complex situatedbetween Mandalay Bay and Excalibur. It’smost recognised by the massive Egyptian stylepyramids and sphinx –with 22 floors, youwon’t be able to miss it!

Time your visit to the Paris Buffet restaurant justaround 11-ish for a late brunch - not only willyou be able to choose from their delightfulbreakfast items, but they also start to roll outtheir lunch menu. The best of both worlds!Gary Marsh

Paris Las Vegas is designed to bring the spiritand excitement of the city of Paris to LasVegas. Stroll down the cobblestone sidewalksof the shopping district, enjoy the 85,000square-foot casino, or dine in one of theresort’s 8 distinct French restaurants. Featuresauthentic replicas of French landmarks,including the Arc de Triomphe and the Hotelde Ville, as well as facades of the Paris OperaHouse and the Louvre. The resort’s signaturereplica is a 50-story half-scale Eiffel Tower,where visitors can dine in a gourmet restaurant100 feet above The Strip, or travel via glasselevator to an observation deck at the top fora view of the Las Vegas Valley.

For the best drinks in Vegas, go to BoaSteakhouse in Caesars Palace. Try astrawberry, balsamic and cracked blackpepper martini –unusual yes, but the best drinkI’ve ever had! Emily Katherine Newton

Caesars Palace reigns at the heart of TheStrip. This internationally known resort &casino ranks among the world’s top luxuryresorts known for their originality and beauty.It’s 4,100-seat Colosseum has and continuesto feature entertainers such as Bette Midler,Cher, Jerry Seinfeld, Elton John and CelineDion! The resort is home to celebrity chefrestaurants, celebrity filled nightclubs, the

Forum shops and a luxurious spa. Guests willbe happy to spend their days soaking up thesun at the Garden of the Gods Pool Oasiswhere they will find 5 different pools for theirsun-worshipping enjoyment.

Everyone has heard of the Bellagio fountainsbut did you know the Wynn has a water fallshow in the hotel that is free to watch? Beth Fairweather

The exterior of the Wynn Las Vegas takeselegance to a whole new level. The sleek, 50story tall structure forms a quarter circle, usingdarker materials to contrast with the smallmountain of trees and the white accents usedin the hotel tower. From the Wynn weddingchapel to its excellent Ferrari Maseratidealership, this hotel can indulge your desires,whatever they are.

If you’re looking for a nice quiet hotel withinwalking distance of the Las Vegas Strip, try theDesert Rose just behind Tropicana. Not manyhotels around The Strip include breakfast –and no resort fee! Lisa Davonport

If you like a good steak, try the award-winningSteakhouse at Camelot at Excalibur hotel.Dine in refined surroundings - you will not bedisappointed. The food is absolutely delicious!Gary Marsh

Hotel Tips Excalibur’s castle exterior promises fun andadventure - which is exactly what you’ll findinside one of Las Vegas’ most recognisablelandmarks. Kids love it, but don’t let that putyou off – it’s great for adults exploring Sin Citytoo!

One of the newest casinos on The Strip is theCosmopolitan - you have to check out theirunique and incredible gaming floor! Claire M Williams

From the centre of The Strip rises an originaland enchanting destination that adds anentirely new dimension to the Las Vegasexperience. The Cosmopolitan is a brandnew 2,995-room resort featuring oversized,one-of-a-kind private terraces and spaciousinteriors artfully conceived by acclaimedarchitects. Large sliding glass doors openonto each terrace, allowing fresh air andsunlight to flood indoor spaces. Warm,welcoming touches give each space theintimate feel of a private urban residence. At the same time, unexpected, inventive detailscreate a unique, contemporary impression.

If you are flying to LAS you can check-in tomajor hotels like Caesars Palace, Flamingo,Paris, the Hilton, New York New York, orMGM Grand in the Baggage Hall in Terminal1 while waiting for your bags to arrive.Allan Mees

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You’ve got to have a go at the famous twentydollar trick on check-in for your hotel for anupgrade. We thought it was just an internetmyth but when we checked in on a visit to LasVegas last year, I handed $40 over with ourpassports and asked if there was any chanceof an upgrade... We were thrilled to beupgraded to a superior room with a Jacuzzifor the whole week! Emma Love

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Getting Around

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Las Vegas Visitor Information Center 3150 Paradise Road, Las Vegas Las Vegas Welcome Center @ Primm 32100 South Las Vegas Boulevard

Emergency Numbers: For fire, police, ambulance, call 911Local Police: (702) 795 3111

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Arriving before check-in time at your Vegashotel should be the least of your worries. If you arrive early and your hotel doesn’tallow early check-in, grab what necessitiesyou may need for the next couple of hours,drop your bags off with the bellman and beon your way. With so much to do here, don’twaste your time in the lobby. Even if it’s themost beautiful lobby you’ve ever seen.Amie Whittaker

Whether you’ve lost a little more money thanyou wanted to in the casino or are just visitingthe city on a budget, we’ve found some brillianttips on how to save money whilst in Las Vegas! Try to take some 5$ and 1$ bills for tips asyou arrive. Maggie Dunlop Join Total Rewards at Harrah’s group - it includeshotels like Bally’s, Flamingo, Paris and Caesar’sPalace. You get a book full of vouchers to use inall hotels in the group. We loved the $5 off theFlamingo buffet and the free golden medallionfrom Caesar’s Palace - it made great present forour young niece! Michelle Mse Williams Las Vegas has a desert climate and gets veryhot so remember to drink loads of water toavoid dehydration. Get your iced water fromWalgreens or CVS along The Strip; their pricesare much cheaper than the hotel shops whichcan be overpriced! Angela Wells Sign up for a player’s card at your favouritecasino and cash it in the day before youleave. It’s amazing how much it adds up andyou can use your points for a range of treatsbefore leaving! Melanie Cumming If you want to see a show and can’t afford it,hang around the casino floor at the same timethe show starts, they give out free tickets to fillup the theatre. Jane Camm If you get a taxi from the airport to The Strip,make sure you tell the driver not to take the tunnelor your taxi fare will be double the usual price. David Davenport Suncream is very reasonably priced in LasVegas and you can get up to factor 100, sosave on your luggage allowance and buy itwhen you arrive. Amanda Jack

Fremont Street is lined with more than 60restaurants, ranging from extravagant finedining to ‘fast food’ style, allowing you moretime in the casinos. You’ll find a good range ofbuffet- style restaurants here too, proving thatfast food, Las Vegas style, can be a greatoption. Remember though, there is a 7.5%restaurant tax in Las Vegas for eat-in andtakeaway food. The tax is normally added tothe bill at the time of payment, although somebuffets and fast food chains may incorporatethe tax in their prices. Service charges arerare, but it’s considered polite to leave a tip ofaround 15% if you’ve been looked after well,10% if not!

Visiting Fremont Street is a fantasticexperience with the neon light show of 12million lights taking place every hour. Listenout for the hooter which signals the light showis starting and head out onto the street for asurprising (and free!) five or six minute show.Gary Marsh

Head to Fremont Street to watch the FremontStreet Experience show, a free light show setunder the roof of several city blocks ofstreets, they embedded a billion of LED lightsinto the roof. Silvia A Mariani

Speak nicely to the staff at the Hard RockCafe on The Strip and they’ll let you up tothe VIP balcony which is a great backdropfor photos! Claire M Williams

For a really different type of show, go toTony and Tina’s Wedding in the PlanetHollywood. Here you are treated as awedding guest and interact with the cast.You also get a three course meal andwedding cake - I didn’t stop laughing allnight and it was excellent value for money! Jemma Ali

My tip to all you lovely people is to ditch thegeneric nightlife and check out the BourbonStreet Cabaret, where local music of all genresis played inside a cozy un-crowded lounge. Paula Lord

If you want to see the Grand Canyon, takethe helicopter tour. It’s not cheap but it isamazing. If you can afford it, choose the oneover the Hoover Dam returning to Vegas aftersunset so you fly back up The Strip when allthe lights are on – fantastic experience!Michele Lancaster

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When you first start at any casino, take yourtime. Watch how the tables work for a whilebefore settling in and don’t bet more than youcould comfortably lose. Treat your stake moneyas your budget for the night’s entertainmentand you won’t go far wrong. Also, quit whileyou’re ahead! Chances are you’ll win some,but lose more. Remember though, gambling -whether craps, black-jack or any number of theother games - is just like any other sport. Themore you practice, the better you get.

American gambling and drinking laws are farstricter than in the UK; if you are under 21, you won’t be allowed within 6ft of the slotmachines which means you will be forced towalk down a specifically marked strip ofcarpet through the casinos. This can get a littlefrustrating when you are repeatedly walkingthe long way round to get anywhere! John Lynch

Take part in one of the early morning pokercard schools for beginners. I had never playedbefore and they are a must if you want toexperience the ‘casino tables’ of Las Vegas.Cheryl Seddon

Wear a watch to keep an eye on the time –none of the casinos have clocks! Keith Hall

Always play the slot machines nearest the busiestentrance – they tend to pay out more so peoplecan see you winning and have a go themselves,so try those machines for a quick pay-out! Lynn Dibb

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