Mini Las Vegas

by Sehlinger, Bob

• ISBN13: 9780764562341
• ISBN10: 0764562347
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2001-12-01
• Publisher: Frommer

Summary

The Unofficial Guides? are the "Consumer Reports" of travel guides, offering candid evaluations of their destinations2 attractions, hotels, restaurants, shopping, nightlife, sports, and more, all rated and ranked by a team of unbiased inspectors so even the most compulsive planners can be sure they2re spending their time and money wisely. Each guide addresses the needs of everyone from families to business travelers, with handy charts that demonstrate how each place stacks up against the competition. Plus, all the details are pulled out so they2re extremely easy to scan. This concise, pocket-size version of the best-selling Unofficial Guide? to Las Vegas includes the latest developments in this ever-changing city, plus invaluable advice on planning your trip. It2s perfect for travelers who want the unbiased information of an Unofficial Guide? in an easy-to-carry format. The Top 5 Ways Mini Las Vegas Can Help You Have the Perfect Trip: Information that2s candid, critical, and totally objective Casinos rated and ranked in detail, with insider tips on gambling and strategies for making the most of your betting dollars Helpful hints for getting the best room at the lowest possible rate--plus the inside story on packages Tips for gaining easy access to the top shows and the best evening entertainment Everything you need to plan the Vegas vacation that2s right for you.

Table of Contents

List of Maps	p. vii
Introduction	p. I
On a Plane to Las Vegas	p. 1
About This Guide	p. 3
Las Vegas: An Overview	p. 12
Arriving and Getting Oriented	p. 15
Las Vegas as a Family Destination	p. 20
Lodging and Casinos	p. 23
Where to Stay: Basic Choices	p. 23
Getting Around: Location and Convenience	p. 27
What's in an Address?	p. 31
Room Reservations: Getting a Good Room and a Good Deal	p. 34
For Business Travelers	p. 41
Comfort Zones: Matching Guests with Hotels	p. 44
Hotels with Casinos	p. 44
Suite Hotels	p. 63
Suite Hotels without Casinos	p. 63
Las Vegas Motels	p. 64
Hotel-Casinos and Motels: Rated and Ranked	p. 65
Leisure, Recreation, and Services Rating of Hotel-Casinos	p. 71
Putting the Ratings Together	p. 76
Entertainment and Nightlife	p. 79
Las Vegas Shows and Entertainment	p. 79
Selecting a Show	p. 86
The Best Shows in Town: Celebrity Headliners	p. 87
Production Shows	p. 91
Comedy Clubs	p. 111
Las Vegas Nightlife	p. 113
Las Vegas below the Belt	p. 118
Gambling	p. 121
The Way It Is	p. 121
Shopping and Seeing the Sights	p. 139
Shopping in Las Vegas	p. 139
Seeing the Sights	p. 141
Other Area Attractions	p. 147
Dining and Restaurants	p. 149
Dining in Las Vegas	p. 149
The Restaurants	p. 157
Restaurant Profiles	p. 167
Index	p. 197
Reader's Survey	p. 207
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