Las Vegas is much more than loud slot machines, and noisy casinos. Seriously, there is so much more to do than gamble and eat from block-long food tables. Las Vegas is home to the some of the finest entertainment, attractions, shopping, and golf courses in the world.

Your entertainment options are unlimited in this city known as "America's Playground". There are thrilling roller coasters, dolphin and magic shows, and street shows such as Treasure Island's life-like pirate battle. You can even tour Egypt in a simulated ride. There are places to bowl, enjoy a leisurely spa, shop 'til you drop, and even get married. The possibilities are almost overwhelming, so make sure to plan, or have some sort of idea what you would like to see and do while you are there.

You will definitely want to put a trip to Fremont Street on your schedule. Fremont Street is a short walk from downtown Las Vegas and is a brief stroll from many of the hotels or you can ride the public transportation which is extremely clean and passenger friendly. Look overhead as you walk the 4 block long Fremont Street Experience and you will be amazed by the over 2.1 million lights and the state-of-the-art sound system in the canopy built 90 feet above street level.

If you are vacationing and wanting to spoil yourself, then you have come to the perfect place. Many of the spas offer fitness centers. In addition you can treat yourself to facials, massages, body wraps, saunas, heated whirlpools, steam rooms and other treatments, including tanning.

Don't dare forget the fountains at Bellagio. It is one of the most memorable and spectacular sights in Vegas or maybe even the world! You will be hypnoized as the water takes on a life all it's own and shows off in perfect synchronization to opera and broadway favorites and everything thing else in between. Best of all this show is no charge as it can be experienced from the open sidewalk.

When you are there at Bellagio, make time to tour their gardens. You will begin to relax, even as you enter this tranquil oasis. With over 85,000 square foot of space the conservatory has 1,200 exotic plants and flowers such as lilies and orchids. Every month, the fragrant displays are changed to keep everything fresh.

On May 15, 2005, Las Vegas will be celebrating its 100th Birthday! It's an historic event that has events to offer everyone. The Centennial Celebration Committee has committed to commemorate the 100th birthday by hosting a birthday party that~s brighter and bigger than the neon lights on the Las Vegas Strip! The party actually started on December 31, 2004 and will last the whole year.

With all the resorts competing for your dollars, you will be able to find cheap or at least heavy discounts on meals and rooms. Seniors and students can find special airfare and accomodations to please their budgets. Las Vegas is a resort whereby you can spend as little or as much as you want and have a great time.

Daytime or nightime, Las Vegas is a super place to bring the whole family to vacation or just get away with a special someone. And with the BIG party planned, what better time than the present?