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End of the Desert Inn – Old Las Vegas Strip Icon

Demolition of the Desert Inn Augusta Tower on October 23, 2001. The Desert Inn closed in 2000 after a 50-year operating history. The Augusta tower shown here was the first implosion which made way for the construction of Wynn Las Vegas. The remaining towers (Palms and St. Andrew) were imploded in November, 2004 to make way for the construction of Wynn Encore. Video clip by Greg Clarke.

Wyndham Grand Desert Resort-Elvis Wedding in Las Vegas Chapel by Casino and Grand Canyon Tour

BOOK NOW: www.extraholidays.com Located just minutes from the Las Vegas Strip and steps away from the Hard Rock Hotel, the Wyndham Grand Desert Resort is a world-class Las Vegas hotel that offers sumptuous suites with a full kitchen and access to resort-style amenities. The Wyndham Grand Desert Resort is all about indulgence, from its luxurious rooms to the sparkling pools. Soak your cares away in one of the resort’s pools or hot tubs. Take time out to enjoy gambling and our famous casinos and high-class restaurants. Be sure to get front-row tickets to Las Vegas entertainment such as Broadway-style shows such as a Wayne Newton concert or Celine Dion sow. Our weekend itinerary highlights attractions of a different sort, from the choreographed fountains at the Bellagio to the Liberace Museum. Las Vegas is also surprisingly family-friendly. In an attempt to appeal to kids, the hotels offer sophisticated indoor amusement rides like the Race for Atlantis, SkyJump, and Adventuredome. Take in a Hoover Dam tour, Grand Canyon views, or hike the Red Rock Canyon. Plan your Las Vegas vacation, Elvis wedding, or desert getaway today at the Wyndham Grand Desert Resort in Las Vegas, Nevada. Remember that what happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas.

The Desert Rose Resort, located right next to the Las Vegas Strip (RCI TV)

Located an easy block off the Las Vegas Strip, Desert Rose Resort provides you with great access to all the glitz and glam of Las Vegas along with all the gracious pleasures of a resort hotel. Well-priced, without gambling. Perfect for family vacations and reunions, wedding parties, and group travel. And just as perfect for attending sports tournaments, conferences and conventions, and all types of business travel. www.shellhospitality.com

Wyndham Grand Desert Resort-Las Vegas Hoover Dam Tour for What Happens in Vegas Vacation

BOOK NOW: www.extraholidays.com Located just minutes from the Las Vegas Strip and steps away from the Hard Rock Hotel, the Wyndham Grand Desert Resort is a world-class Las Vegas hotel that offers sumptuous suites with a full kitchen and access to resort-style amenities. The Wyndham Grand Desert Resort is all about indulgence, from its luxurious rooms to the sparkling pools. Soak your cares away in one of the resort’s pools or hot tubs. Take time out to enjoy gambling and our famous casinos and high-class restaurants. Be sure to get front-row tickets to Las Vegas entertainment such as Broadway-style shows such as a Wayne Newton concert or Celine Dion sow. Our weekend itinerary highlights attractions of a different sort, from the choreographed fountains at the Bellagio to the Liberace Museum. Las Vegas is also surprisingly family-friendly. In an attempt to appeal to kids, the hotels offer sophisticated indoor amusement rides like the Race for Atlantis, skyjump, and Adventuredome. Take in a Hoover Dam tour, Grand Canyon views, or hike the Red Rock Canyon. Plan your Las Vegas vacation, Elvis wedding, or desert getaway today at the Wyndham Grand Desert Resort in Las Vegas, Nevada. Remember that what happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas.

Las Vegas: Nevada’s Desert Dreamland

Many places in the world come to be known for one or two things. For those who want ancient history and fine wine, then Rome would probably be a popular choice. Whilst those who are looking to sample the bright lights, big city buzz of a true global city, then New York will no doubt feature high on their list.

Similarly, Las Vegas â?? the Nevada desert city populated by half a million people â?? has come to be known as a place for gambling, entertainment and having a wild, hedonistic time.

In a city that boasts around 100 casinos and a staggering 100,000 hotel rooms, itâ??s fair to say that Las Vegas certainly does its best to cater for the many millions of tourists who arrive each year. Certainly, those who love nothing better than to sit around a poker or blackjack table will be like kids in a candy store, while those who like the simplicity of sitting at a fruit machine will be spoilt for choice too.

However difficult it is to get away from the gambling and late night party scene Las Vegas has come to be known for, the appeal of this city extends way beyond the round-the-clock casinos and bars.

First of all, Las Vegas doesnâ??t do things in half measures. Its wealth and ambition has turned it into a staggeringly impressive place to simply wander around and at night the famous Las Vegas Strip feels eerily like some sort of desert dreamland.

Scaled-down, replica versions of the Eiffel tower, Empire State Building, Statue of Liberty and countless other familiar edifices battle it out with pyramid-shaped hotels and imposing water fountains to create a truly mesmerising visual extravaganza.

Of course, the dazzle and glitz do have limited mileage. Furthermore, those who want to confine their time in the Las Vegas casinos to no more than a couple of nights will be glad to know there is a plethora of things to do in this remarkable city.

Las Vegas is a hotspot for variety shows, magic shows, rock concerts, festivals, musicals, ballet – every type of live performance you can think of.

For fine cuisine, there are few better places than Vegas. Many world-renowned chefs have set up dining establishments here and everything from steak and seafood to pizza and paella can be found in the countless restaurants and eateries across the city.

Nevadaâ??s star attraction may be in the middle of the Mojave Desert, but Las Vegas flights are plentiful and McCarran International Airport receives flights from many destinations in the US, as well as a number of key European destinations such as London Heathrow.

With so much to see and do in this desert dreamland, itâ??s little wonder 40million people choose to visit the city each year. Viva Las Vegas!

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