Frommer’s Las Vegas 2004

Mary Herczog9780764538889, 0-7645-3888-8

Our author is completely on top of the latest developments in this fast-changing destination, and she’ll make sure that you never miss a minute of the fun. She’ll give you an irreverent take on all the casino hotels, with all their attractions. She’s also scouted out the very best restaurant choices in this up-and-coming dining scene, and honestly reviews all the casinos, shows, clubs, shopping arcades, and golf courses in town. Frommer’s Las Vegas also includes a color fold-out map and an 8-page full-color photo insert!

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Table of contents :
Frommer’s Las Vegas 2004……Page 1
Frommer’s Las Vegas 2004……Page 2
Copyright……Page 3
Contents……Page 4
List of Maps……Page 7
What’s New in Las Vegas……Page 10
1. The Best of Las Vegas……Page 13
1 Frommer¡¯s Favorite Las Vegas Experiences……Page 15
2 Best Hotel Bets……Page 17
3 Best Dining Bets……Page 21
2 Money……Page 25
3 When to Go……Page 27
4 Travel Insurance……Page 30
5 Health & Safety……Page 31
6 Specialized Travel Resources……Page 32
7 Planning Your Trip Online……Page 36
8 The 21st- Century Traveler……Page 38
9 Getting There……Page 39
10 Packages for the Independent Traveler……Page 43
11 Tips on Accommodations……Page 44
12 Recommended Reading……Page 46
1 Preparing for Your Trip……Page 47
2 Getting to the United States……Page 54
3 Getting Around the United States……Page 55
1 Orientation……Page 62
2 Getting Around……Page 65
1 Coming Attractions……Page 76
2 Three Questions to Ask Before You Book a Room……Page 78
3 South Strip……Page 82
4 Mid- Strip……Page 94
5 North Strip……Page 109
6 East of the Strip……Page 114
7 Downtown……Page 123
8 Henderson……Page 128
6. Where to Dine……Page 131
1 Restaurants by Cuisine……Page 133
2 South Strip……Page 136
3 Mid- Strip……Page 144
4 North Strip……Page 156
5 East of the Strip……Page 159
6 West Las Vegas……Page 166
7 Downtown……Page 172
8 Buffets & Sunday Brunches……Page 175
7. What to See & Do in Las Vegas……Page 182
1 The Top Attractions……Page 184
2 Getting Married……Page 196
4 Especially for Kids……Page 201
5 Organized Tours……Page 206
6 Fore! Great Desert Golf……Page 207
7 Staying Active……Page 209
8 Spectator Sports……Page 212
8. About Casino Gambling……Page 213
1 The Four Most Pervasive Myths About Gambling……Page 214
2 The Games……Page 216
3 The Casinos……Page 228
1 The Malls……Page 243
2 Factory Outlets……Page 244
3 Hotel Shopping Arcades……Page 245
4 Vintage Clothing……Page 248
6 Reading Material: Used Books, Comics & Gambler Books……Page 249
8 Antiques……Page 250
9 Wigs……Page 251
10. Las Vegas After Dark……Page 252
1 What¡¯s Playing Where……Page 254
2 The Major Production Shows……Page 255
3 Headliner Showrooms……Page 266
5 Coffeehouses……Page 269
7 Gay Bars……Page 270
8 Other Bars……Page 271
9 Dance Clubs……Page 276
10 Strip Clubs……Page 280
1 Hoover Dam & Lake Mead……Page 285
2 Valley of Fire State Park……Page 292
3 Red Rock Canyon……Page 294
4 Bonnie Springs Ranch/ Old Nevada……Page 297
5 A Close Encounter with Area 51……Page 300
1 A Look at the Past……Page 303
GENERAL INDEX……Page 307
ACCOMMODATIONS……Page 314