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Index

See also Accommodations and Restaurant indexes, below.

GENERAL INDEX Adventuredome, 151, 166, The Alliance for Retired 187 Americans, 36 Aer Lingus, 275 All-You-Can-Eat Ice Cream A AA (American Automo- Afternoon tea, 128 Festival, 24 bile Association), 276, 277 Age of Chivalry Renaissance Aloha Air, 38 AARP, 36 Festival, 24 Along Came a Spider, 206 Abercrombie & Fitch, 204 AIDSinfo, 269 Alternate Reality Comics, Abilities 2000, 34 Air Canada, 38, 275 198 Above and Beyond Tours, 35 Airfares American Airlines, 52, 275 Academy Fine Books and discounts for international American Airlines Antiques, 195 visitors, 275 Vacations, 52 Access Adventures, 34 surfing for, 54–57 American/American Access America, 29 tips for getting the best, Eagle, 38 Accessible Journeys, 34 41–42 American Automobile Asso- Accommodations, 75–115. Airlines, 38, 275–276 ciation (AAA), 277 See also Accommodations bankruptcy and, 41 American Express, 72 Index from Europe, 274–275 traveler’s checks, 18 around Lake Mead, meals and snacks, 50–52 American Foundation for the 249–250 Air New Zealand, 275 Blind, 34 avoiding the crowds, 82 Air Play at the Tropicana, 154 American Golf, 186 best bets, 8–11 Air Tickets Direct, 41–42 American Superstars, 216 Center Strip, 90–97 Air tours, Grand Canyon American Trans Air/ check-in time, 75 West, 264 Comair, 38 East of the Strip, 101–110 Air travel, 49–51 America West, 38, 52 with a fridge in your room, children traveling solo, Amtrak, 45, 276–277 137 47–48 Angel Park Golf Club, 186 guests-per-room maximum, first-class experience in Antique Sampler Shoppes, 102 coach, 42–43 196 landing the best room, 60 safe seats for kids, 45–47 Antiques and collectibles, , 261 security measures, 39–41 195–196 North Strip, 97–101 toys and games, 50, 51 Antiques at the Market, 196 Old , 259–260 A. J. Hackett Bungy, 185 Arcades, 164, 173 outside of , Aladdin/Planet Hollywood curfew in, 32 113–115 Resort & Casino Armani Exchange, 206 package tours and, 53–54 casino, 233–234 Around the Clock Child Peach Springs (AZ), Desert Passage at, 10, 154 Care, 61 265–266 entertainment, 154, 223 Arts and crafts, 196 room rates, 77–80 restaurants and food court, Great Las Vegas Craft savingCOPYRIGHTED on, 58–60 123, 127–128, 130 MATERIALFestival, 24 shopping promenades, shopping, 192–193 Arts Factory Complex, 207 192–195 Alamo/National, 70, 276 Asian Market, 207 South Strip, 80–90 Alan Bible Lake Mead Visitor ATMs (automated teller “suite,” meaning of, 106 Center, 246, 248 machines), 17, 18, 273 surfing for, 55–57 Alaska Airlines, 38, 52 The Attic, 212 tipping, 281 Albertsons Food and Drugs, Auto Collections at the West of the Strip, 110–113 207 Imperial Palace, 168, 170, Action Tours, 242 Albion Books, 196 179 Adaptive Recreation Center, All-American Sports Park, 7 Auto insurance, 30 188 Allegiant Air, 38 Avis rental cars, 70, 276 Adventure Canyon (Primm), 262 16_577654 bindex.qxd 2/23/05 8:05 PM Page 294

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Boulder City, 242, 250 packing tips, 29 B abies “R” Us, 196 accommodations and safety suggestions, 71 Babysitters, 60–61 restaurants, 249 Casey’s Sports Cards, 210 Bali Hai Golf Club, 186 Boulder Station, 62 Center, 72 Ballet, 231 Boulevard Mall, 190 Casino Legends Hall of Fame Bally’s Las Vegas Bowling, 185 Museum, 170–171 entertainment, 239 Boxing matches, 228 Casinos, 233–237 shopping, 193 Brain Quest for the Car: Center Strip, 235–237 tennis courts, 187 1,100 Questions and Celine Dion: A New Day, Banana Republic, 204 Answers All About 217–218 Banks, 72 America, 51 Cellphones, 28 Barnes & Noble, 196 Brats, 196, 206 Center Strip, 66 Bars, 232–233 British Airways, 275 accommodations, 90–97 Baseball, 228 Bucket shops, 41 casinos, 235–237 BCBG, 206 Budget, 276 restaurants, 132–138, B. Dalton, 196 Budget rental cars, 70 147–148 Bebe, 206 Buffalo Bill’s Resort and Chamber of Commerce, Las Bellagio Casino, 261–262 Vegas, 15, 25, 64 casino, 235–236 Buffalo Exchange, 212 Charleston, Mount, 14, entertainment, 154, 214, Buffets, 130, 145–149 260–261 218 best, 11 Charleston Heights Arts shopping, 193 Build-a-Bear Workshop, 211 Center, 231 Bellagio Fountains, 154 Bungee jumping, 185 Child-care centers, 61–63 Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art, Business hours, 277 Chinatown restaurants, 132 170 Bus tours, Grand Canyon Chinese New Year, 21 Bell Book & Candle, 197 West, 264 Chinle Formation (Red Rock Bell Trans, 38 Bus travel, 276 Canyon), 255 Bernini Collection, 208 Chocolates, 198 Best Buy, 202 Cinco de Mayo Festival, 22 Bicycling, 184–185 C abs, 69 CineVegas International Film areas surrounding Las tipping, 281 Festival, 23 Vegas, 266 Cactus and wetlands garden Circuit City, 202 Red Rock Canyon, 254, 257 (Henderson), 176–177 Circus Circus BiddingForTravel.com, 55, 56 Caesars Forum Shops, 10 arcade, 164 Big Shot, 7, 98, 168 Caesars Palace Big-Top Acts and Midway Big-Top Acts and Midway at attractions, 156–157, 173 at, 156 Circus Circus, 156 casino, 236 casino, 237 Bike World, 210 entertainment, 5, 214, free attractions, 154 Black Canyon/Willow Beach 217–218, 238 restaurants, 136, 139, 148 River Adventures, 248–249 restaurants, 134, 136–138 shopping, 194 Black Mountain Golf & shopping, 193–194, 206 Cirque du Soleil Country Club (Henderson), sporting events, 230 Mystère, 218 186 Calendar of events, 21–25 O, 218 Blue Man Group: Live at Callville Bay, 248 Zumanity, 239–240 Luxor, 216–217 Cameras, digital, 40, 57 Cirrus network, 17 BluWay, 35 Camping, Lake Mead and Citizens Area Transit, 69 Boating, Lake Mead and vicinity, 248 Citysearch, 17 vicinity, 246, 248 Candy, chocolate and Clark County Marriage Bonanza Gift and Souvenir sweets, 198 License Bureau, 74 Shop, 207 Canoeing, Lake Mead and Clark County Museum, 171 Bonnie Springs Ranch, 242 vicinity, 248 Clark County Parks and Bonnie Springs Ranch/Old Car rentals, 70–72, 276 Community Services, 188 Nevada, 257–260 at the airport, 39 Clark County Parks and Books, 25–27 insurance, 30 Recreation Department, 21 for adults, 63 surfing for, 56 Clark County Rodeo and for kids, about flying or air- Car travel, 276 Fair, 22 plane travel, 50 games, 51 Classes and workshops, 188 on traveling with kids, 49 in Las Vegas, 69–70 Cleopatra’s Barge Nightclub, Bookstores, 196–198 to Las Vegas, 45 238 Borders, 197 16_577654 bindex.qxd 2/23/05 8:05 PM Page 295

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Climate, 20 Dinosaurs, at the Las Vegas Clothing D ance clubs, 238 Natural History Museum, baby and preschooler, Danny Gans: The Man of 7, 159, 172 196 Many Voices, 218–219 Dion, Celine, 217–218 costumes, 200 Daylight saving time, 281 Dirt biking (motocross), 230 at department stores, Dead Poet Books, 13, 197 Disabilities, travelers with, 200–202 Deep vein thrombosis, 43 33–35 everyday, 204, 206 Delta Airlines, 38, 52, 275 Disney Store, 211 fashion Delta Vacations, 52 DKNY, 206 for children, 206 Dentists, 72 Doctors, 72 for teens and adults, Department stores, 200–202 Dollar rental cars, 70, 276 206 Desert Brats, 206 Dolphin Habitat, 7, 152, 162, men’s, 208–209 Desert Cab Company, 69 163 packing tips, 27 Desert Outfitters, 210 Donna Beam Fine Art sportswear, 210 Desert Passage, 206 Gallery, 171 vintage and used, 212 Desert Passage at Aladdin/ Doughnuts, Krispy Kreme, Coach USA, 178, 242, 254 Planet Hollywood, 10, 154 136 Comedy clubs, 227–228 Desert Princess, 248 Downhill Bicycle Tours, 266 Comics, 198–199 Desert Rose Golf Club, 186 Downtown, 66 Commercial Center Desert Springs Hospital, 72 area between the Strip restaurants, 142 Desert tours, 178–180 and, 67 Comstock Lode silver mine, Desperado, 262 brief description of, 67 259 De Witty, Gordon, 34 restaurants, 144–145 Coney Island Emporium Dex, Officer, 98 Drinking laws, 277 Arcade, 164 Diesel, 206 Driver’s licenses, foreign, Consolidators, 41 Digital cameras, 40, 57 269 Consulates, 278 Digitalcity, 17 Driving safety, 71 Continental Airlines, 38, 52, Dillard’s, 200 for international visitors, 275 Dining, 4, 116–150. See also 274 Continental Airlines Restaurant Index Drugstores, 72, 202 Vacations, 52 around Lake Mead, Dry cleaners, 72 Convention Center. See East 249–250 of the Strip/Convention best bets, 11–13 Center buffets, 130, 145–149 E ast of the Strip/Conven- Convention dates, major, 22 best, 11 tion Center, 66–67 Conventions, 72 Center Strip, 132–138, accommodations, 101–110 Cookware, 199 147–148 casino, 237 Cosmetics, 199–200 Chinatown, 132 restaurants, 141–144, Cosmic Comics, 198 Commercial Center, 142 148–149 Costumes, 200 by cuisine, 119–121 Echo Bay, 248 Craig Ranch Golf Club, 186 Downtown, 144–145 Economy-class syndrome, 43 Creative Adventures, East of the Strip, 141–144, Eddie Bauer, 204 178, 253 148–149 Eiffel Tower Bar, 232 Credit cards, 19, 272–273 hamburgers, 131 Elderhostel, 36 auto insurance, 71 hot dogs, 130–131 Electricity, 277 Crime, 31–33, 74 menus for the blind, 34 Electronics, 202, 204 Cruises, Lake Mead, 248 money-saving tips, Elvis-A-Rama, 171 Cruze, Char, 178, 253 117–119 Embassies and consulates, Cult Vegas (Weatherford), 25 North Strip, 139–140, 148 278 Curfew, 31–32 Old Nevada, 259–260 Emergencies, 73, 278 Currency and currency Peach Springs (AZ), Endangered Species Store, exchange, 272 265–266 211 Customs regulations, pizza, 119, 138, 142 Enterprise rental cars, 70 270–271 price categories, 119 Entertainment, 213–240 Cybercafes, 57–58 reservations, 117, 134 for adults, 232 Cycling, 184–185 for romantic dining, casinos, 233–237 areas surrounding Las 149–150 dance clubs, 238 Vegas, 266 South Strip, 121–132, headliner showrooms, Red Rock Canyon, 254, 257 145–147 225–227 tipping, 281 local performing arts, 231 West of the Strip, 144, 149 magic shows, 220–223 16_577654 bindex.qxd 2/23/05 8:05 PM Page 296

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Entertainment (cont.) Flyaway Indoor Skydiving, The Gay and Lesbian Com- major production shows, 185 munity Center of Southern 215–225, 238–240 Fly-Cheap, 41 Nevada, 35 rides, 166–168 Flying Wheels Travel, 34 Gay Men’s Health Crisis, 269 spectator sports, 228–230 Folies Bergere, 219–220 Gay Travel A to Z, 36 tickets, 215 Food Gelato, 135 Entry requirements, 268–269 grocery stores and mar- Gifts and souvenirs, 206–207 Equifax, 19 kets, 207–208 Giovanni’s Room, 36 Escape Adventure Bike Shop stocking up on staples, 119 Gladstones Games to Go: and Tour Center, 185, 210, Food courts, best, 11–12 Verbal Volleys, Coin Con- 257, 266 Footlocker & Lady tests, Dot Duel, and Other Escape Adventures/Las Vegas Footlocker, 209 Games for Boredom-Free Cyclery, 254 Foreign visitors, 268–282 Days, 51 Ethel M’s Chocolate Factory customs regulations, Godiva, 198 and Cactus Gardens 270–271 Golden Access Passport, (Henderson), 175–177 entry requirements, 33–34 Europ Assistance’s World- 268–269 Golden Age Passport, 36 wide Healthcare Plan, 272 health insurance, 271–272 Golf, 185–187 Everything Coca-Cola Las immigration and customs tournaments, 228 Vegas, 154, 175 clearance, 275 Gondola Ride, 159 Excalibur medical requirements for Good Guys, 202, 204 casino, 234 entry, 269 The , entertainment, 154, 214, passport information, 269 10, 154, 159, 172, 206 225 Forum Shops, 193, 206 Grand Canyon Caverns, 265 Krispy Kreme doughnuts Fountain Shows at the Grand Canyon Tours, 266 at, 136 Forum Shops, 156–157 Grand Canyon West, shopping, 189, 194 Fremont Medical Center, 73 262–266 Expedia, 54, 55 Fremont Street, 5, 32 tours, 178 Experian, 19 Fremont Street Experience, Grandma Dottie’s 154, 157 Babysitting, 61 Frequent-flier clubs, 42 Grand Spa (MGM Grand), 83 F actories and food, Frequent-gambling Great Las Vegas Craft 175–178 programs, 87 Festival, 21, 24 Factory outlets, 189, 192 Friday Family Film Fest, 23 Greyhound/Trailways, 276 Family Film Fests, 5, 23 Frog Hopper (Primm), 262 Grocery stores and markets, Family vacations, tips for Frommers.com, 55, 60 207–208 having great, 26 Frontier Airlines, 38 Guggenheim and Guggen- Fantasy Toys, 211 heim Hermitage Museums, FAO Schwarz, 14, 211 171–172 Fashions. See Clothing G allery of Legends, Gymboree, 204 , 189, 210–211 190, 206 Gambling, frequent-gam- Fax machines, 280 bling programs, 87 H alloween Experience, Festivals and special events, GameKeeper, 212 200 21–25 Games, 211 Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Field of Dreams, 173, 210 in-flight, 51 casino, 237 The 51s, 228 GameWorks, 157–159, 173, entertainment, 226 Film, flying with, 40 187 Harrah’s Las Vegas Film Festival, CineVegas Gans, Danny, 218–219 entertainment, 214, 222 International, 23 Gap, 206 shopping, 194 Film Festival, Family, 23 GapKids, 204 Hawaiian Airlines, 38 Fishing, Lake Mead and The Gardens at Springs Headliner showrooms, vicinity, 246 Preserve, 181 225–227 Fishing licenses, 183 Gasoline, 278 Headliner stadiums, 227 Fitness centers, best, 9 Gateway District, 67 Health concerns, 30–31 Fitzgeralds, Krispy Kreme Gay, lesbian, bi & trans- Health insurance, 29, 30 doughnuts at, 136 gender (GLBT) families for international visitors, The Flamingo Las Vegas information and 271–272 entertainment, 227–228 resources, 35 Helicopter tours, Grand shopping, 194 Pride Festival, 23 Canyon West, 264 tennis courts at, 187 16_577654 bindex.qxd 2/23/05 8:05 PM Page 297

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Help of Southern Nevada, outside of Las Vegas, immigration and customs 278 113–115 clearance, 275 Henderson package tours and, 53–54 medical requirements for accommodations, 113–115 Peach Springs (AZ), entry, 269 factories, 175–177 265–266 passport information, 269 golf, 186 room rates, 77–80 Internet access, 57–58 Heritage Park/Old Mormon saving on, 58–60 InTouch USA, 28, 274 Fort, 183 shopping promenades, Hertz rental cars, 70, 276 192–195 High Roller, 7, 98, 168 South Strip, 80–90 J apan Airlines, 38 High tea, 128 “suite,” meaning of, 106 Jazz Festival, Las Vegas, 23 Highway conditions, 73 surfing for, 55–57 Jazz in the Park, 22–23 Hiking tipping, 281 Jester’s Stage, 154 in the desert, 252, 266 West of the Strip, 110–113 JetBlue, 38, 275 Lake Mead and vicinity, Hotels.com, 55, 59 Jet lag, 44 248 Hot lines, 73 Jimmy Choo, 209 Red Rock Canyon, Hotmail, 58 Jo-Ann, 196 256–257 Hotwire, 54–56 The Joint, 226 Spring Mountains National Houdini Museum, 172 Jubilee!, 238–239 Recreation Area (Mount Houdini’s Magic Shop, 208 Charleston), 260 House of Blues, 226–227 Valley of Fire State Park, Howard W. Cannon Aviation K enneth Cole, 209 253 Museum, 172 Keystone Thrust Fault (Red History, 283–291 Hualapai Reservations, 264 Rock Canyon), 255 HIV-positive visitors, 269 Hualapai River Runners, 265 KidQuest, 10, 62 Holidays, 279 Humana Medical Center, 31 Hawthorn Suites, 10 Hoover Dam, 241–245 Kids’ Castle, 206 Hoover Dam Shuttle Tour, Kids’ Karnival, 206 242 I GLTA (International Gay Kids Kloset, 212 Hoover Dam Visitor Center, & Lesbian Travel Kids “R” Us, 204 245 Association), 35 King, Mac, 222 Horseback riding The Illusionary Magic of King, Martin Luther, Jr., Bonnie Springs Ranch, 258 Rick Thomas, 220 Parade, 21 Red Rock Canyon and I Love Las Vegas King Tut’s Tomb & Museum, Mount Charleston, (website), 15 159, 162 266–267 Imperial Palace Kmart, 200 Sandy Valley Ranch, 267 auto collections at, 179 Krispy Kreme doughnuts, Hospitals, 73 entertainment, 214, 136 Hot-Air Balloon Festival, Las 220–222 Vegas, 24 India Bazaar, 207–208 Hot dogs, 130–131 Information sources, 15–17, L a Femme!, 239 Hoteldiscounts.com, 55 64–66 Lake Mead and vicinity, Hotel Reservations Insurance, 29–30, 41 241–250 Network, 59 car-rental, 30, 71–72 Lake Mead Cruises, 248 Hotels, 75–115. See also Intellicast, 56 Lake Mead National Recre- Accommodations Index International Ameripass, 276 ation Area, 246 around Lake Mead, The International Gay & Les- Lake Mead Resort and 249–250 bian Travel Association Marina, 246 avoiding the crowds, 82 (IGLTA), 35 Lance Burton: Master best bets, 8–11 International Mariachi Magician, 220–221 Center Strip, 90–97 Festival, 23–24 Las Vegas Advisor (website), check-in time, 75 International Marketplace, 15–16 East of the Strip, 101–110 7, 208 Las Vegas Bay, 248 with a fridge in your room, International visitors, Las Vegas Bugle, 35 137 268–282 Las Vegas Chamber of guests-per-room maximum, customs regulations, Commerce, 15, 25, 64 102 270–271 Las Vegas Convention and landing the best room, 60 entry requirements, Visitors Authority (LVCVA), Mount Charleston, 261 268–269 2, 15, 22, 25, 64 North Strip, 97–101 health insurance, 271–272 Las Vegas Convention Old Nevada, 259–260 Center, 72 16_577654 bindex.qxd 2/23/05 8:05 PM Page 298

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Las Vegas 51s, 8 Luxor Las Vegas Medical requirements for Las Vegas Hot-Air Balloon Blue Man Group: Live at entry, 269 Festival, 24 Luxor, 216–217 Menorah Lighting Las Vegas Invitational, 228 casino, 234 Ceremony, 24 Las Vegas Jazz Festival, 23 entertainment, 214 Men’s Wearhouse, 208–209 Las Vegas Kids (website), 15 restaurants, 124, 129–130, Mervyn’s, 200–201 Las Vegas Mercury, 17, 73 145–146 Metro Pizza, 8, 12, 119, 142 Las Vegas Mini Grand Prix, shopping, 189, 194 MGM Grand 179, 184 casino, 235 , entertainment, 155, 158, 179, 228, 230 McCarran International 230, 239 Las Vegas Museum of Nat- Airport, 278 Garden Events Arena, 230 ural History, 7, 159, 172 getting into town from, restaurants and food court, Las Vegas National Golf 38–39 11–12, 121–122, 124, Club, 187 Mac King Comedy Magic 128–129, 131, 135, 146 Las Vegas Outlet Center, 192 Show, 222 shopping, 194 Las Vegas Premium Outlets, Macy’s, 200 Midwest Express, 38 10, 192 Madame Tussaud’s Celebrity The Mirage Las Vegas Review-Journal, Encounter, 162 attractions and 17, 73 Magic and gags, 208 entertainment, 155, Las Vegas’s Chinatown, 132 The Magic Shop, 208 158 162–164 Las Vegas Ski and Snow- Magic shows, 220–223 boxing matches, 230 board Resort, 260–261, Mail, 279 casino, 236 267 Mail2web, 58 entertainment, 218–219 Monorail, Malls, 190 shopping, 189 7, 66, 68 Mamma Mia, 222 volcano in front of, 155 Las Vegas Strip Trolley, Mandalay Bay Moenkopi Trail (Red Rock 68–69 boxing matches, 230 Canyon), 256 Las Vegas Sun, 73 casino, 234 Moment’s Notice, 42 Bicycle entertainment, 214, 222, Money matters, 17–20 Club, 184 226–227, 238 for international visitors, Las Vegas Youth Orchestras, restaurants, 123–126 272–273 231 Shark Reef at, 7, 159, Money-saving tips Layout of Las Vegas, 66–67 164–165 accommodations, 58–60 Learning Is Fun, 197–198 shopping, 194 restaurants, 117–119 Legal aid, 279 M&Ms World, 154, 175, 198 Monorail, 7, 66, 68 Legends in Concert, Manhattan Express, 166 Monte Carlo Hotel & Casino, 221–222 Mapquest, 56 tennis courts at, 187 Liberace Museum and Cen- Marjorie Barrick Museum, Monte Carlo Pub & Brewery, ter for the Arts, 173–174, 159, 174 238 179 Marshalls, 200 Monte Carlo Resort & Casino Liberty Travel, 53 Martin Luther King, Jr., entertainment, 214, Lied Discovery Children’s Parade, 21 220–221, 238 Museum, 5, 162, 188 Masquerade in the Sky, 155 restaurants, 126–127, 131, Lion Habitat, 155, 158 MasterCard 132, 146 Liquor and gambling ATM Locator, 56 shopping, 194 laws, 73 traveler’s checks, 18 The MossRehab Hospital, 34 Lorenzi Park, 183 MaxFlight 2002 (Primm), Motocross (dirt biking), 230 Lost children, 32–33 262 Mount Charleston (Spring , 253 Mead, Lake, 242. See also Mountains National Recre- Lost Creek Children’s Discov- Lake Mead and vicinity ation Area), 260–261, 266 ery Trail (Red Rock cruises, 248 Mount Charleston Resort, 23 Canyon), 256 The Meadows, 190 Mousesavers (website), Lost-luggage insurance, Meals and snacks, air travel 16, 56 29–30 and, 50–52 Movies, recommended, Lost or stolen wallet or MEDEX International, 29 25–27 credit cards, 19 MedicAlert Identification Music stores, 209 Lucky Brand, 206 Tag, 30 Mystère (Cirque du Soleil), Luggage, lost-luggage Medical insurance, 29, 30 218 insurance, 29–30 for international visitors, Luxor Arcade, 164 271–272 16_577654 bindex.qxd 2/23/05 8:05 PM Page 299

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Package tours, 52–54 Red Rock Canyon, 253–257, N apoleon, 209 Packing tips, 27–29, 49 266 NASCAR-replica vehicles, Papillon Helicopters, 264 Red Rock Canyon Visitor 7, 166, 179, 184 Parents Without Partners, 35 Center, 254 National Conservation Area Paris Las Vegas Red Rooster Antique Mall, (Red Rock Canyon), 254 bar, 232 196 National Finals Rodeo, entertainment, 215, 225 Renaissance Festival, Age of 24–25, 228 free attractions, 155 Chivalry, 24 National Vitamin Company restaurants, 134, 138 Rental cars, 70–72, 276 Factory, 175 Parking, 70, 73 at the airport, 39 Nature walks, 181, 183 Parks and playgrounds, 183 insurance, 30 Neiman Marcus, 201 Party City, 200 surfing for, 56 Nevada Ballet Theatre, 231 Passport information, Reservations Nevada Commission on 269–270 hotel, 59 Tourism, 15, 25, 34, 66 Payless rental cars, 70 restaurant, 117, 134 Nevada Shakespeare in the Peach Springs (AZ), 265–266 Reservations Plus, 53 Park, 24, 231 Penn & Teller, 222–223 Restaurants, 4, 116–150. See New Balance, 209–210 Performing arts, 231–232 also Restaurant Index Newspapers and Petroglyphs (rock etchings), around Lake Mead, periodicals, 73 250, 251, 255, 257 249–250 New York-New York Petrol, 278 best bets, 11–13 attractions and Pets, traveling with, 10, buffets, 130, 145–149 entertainment, 164, 166 37–38 best, 11 casino, 235 PGA Tours Las Vegas Senior Center Strip, 132–138, restaurants, 125–127 Classic, 228 147–148 NFR Cowboy Christmas Gift Pharmacies, 72 Chinatown, 132 Show, 25 Pirate Battle at Treasure Commercial Center, 142 Niketown, 210 Island (Sirens of TI), 5, 12, by cuisine, 119–121 North Strip, 66, 237 16, 155 Downtown, 144–145 accommodations, 97–101 Pizza, 119, 138, 142 East of the Strip, 141–144, restaurants, 139–140, 148 best, 12 148–149 Northwest Airlines, 38, 52 Playgrounds hamburgers, 131 Now, Voyager, 35 indoor, 184 hot dogs, 130–131 outdoor, 183 menus for the blind, 34 PLUS network, 17 money-saving tips, O (Cirque du Soleil), 218 Police, 73 117–119 Odysseus, 36 Post office, 73–74 North Strip, 139–140, 148 Oktoberfest, 23 Powerhouse Indoor Climb- Old Nevada, 259–260 Old Comstock Lode silver ing Center, 187 Peach Springs (AZ), mine, 259 Prescription medications, 30 265–266 Old Las Vegas Mormon Fort, Presley, Elvis, Elvis-A-Rama, pizza, 119, 138, 142 174 171 price categories, 119 Old Nevada, 257–260 Priceline, 54–56 reservations, 117, 134 Old Nevada on the Bonnie Pride Festival, 23 for romantic dining, Springs Ranch, 14 Primm, 261–262 149–150 Old Nevada Photograph Primm Valley Resort & South Strip, 121–132, Shoppe, 259 Casino, 261 145–147 Open World Magazine, 35 Psychic Eye, 198 tipping, 281 Orbitz, 54 West of the Strip, 144, 149 Orleans bowling alleys, 185 Restrooms, 282 Orleans casino, 235 Q antas, 275 Rides, 166–168 Out and About, 35 Quartermaster Point (Grand Adventure Canyon Outdoor activities. See Canyon West), 265 (Primm), 262 Sports and activities Quikbook, 59–60 Big Shot, 7, 98, 168 Outlet shopping, 189, 192 Desperado (Primm), 262 Overton, 253 High Roller, 7, 98, 168 R ace and Sports Book, Manhattan Express, 166 236 Primm, 262 P acific Standard Time Rafting, 248–249 Speed-The Ride, 166 (PST), 281 Grand Canyon West, 265 Speedworld, 166–167 Pacifiers, 50–51 Rainbow Company Youth Star Trek: The Experience, Theatre, 232 7–8, 167–168 16_577654 bindex.qxd 2/23/05 8:05 PM Page 300

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The Rio, shopping, 195 Sephora, 199–200 South Strip, 66 Rio All-Suite Hotel and Serge’s Showgirl Wigs, 200 accommodations, 80–90 Casino Seven Crown Resorts, 246 casinos, 233–235 bar, 232–233 Shakespeare in the Park, restaurants, 121–132, entertainment, 155, 215, Nevada, 24 145–147 223, 224 Shark Reef at Mandalay Bay, Southwest Airlines, 38, 53 Rite Aid, 202 7, 159, 164–165 Spartacus International Gay The Riviera Sharper Image, 204 Guide, 36 entertainment, 227 Shelby American Sports Car Special events and festivals, shopping, 195 Museum and Assembly 21–25 Riviera Comedy Club, 227 Area, 179 Spectator sports, 173, The Riviera Hotel & Casino Shoes, 209–210 228–230 entertainment, 239 Shopping, 189–212 Speed-The Ride, 166 tennis courts at, 187 best hotels for, 10 Speedworld, 166 Robber Roost, 260 districts, 190–195 Spirit Airlines, 38 Robinson’s May, 201 Showcase Mall, 207 Splash, 239 Rock climbing, 187 SideStep, 54 SportCenter, 173, 179, 184 Red Rock Canyon, 267 Side trips from Las Vegas, Sporting goods and Rockreation Sport Climbing 241–267 sportswear, 210 Wall, 187 Siegfried & Roy Sport Logo, 210 Rodeo and Fair, Clark Royal White Tiger Habitat, Sports and activities, County, 22 7, 155, 158, 163 173, 181 Rodeos Secret Garden, 162–163 bicycling, 184–185 Clark County Rodeo and Sights and activities, bowling, 185 Fair, 22 151–180. See also Sports bungee jumping, 185 National Finals Rodeo, and activities classes and workshops, 24–25, 228 for animal lovers, 158–159 188 Ron Lee’s World of Clowns arcades, 164 family fun centers and (Henderson), 178 art galleries and history indoor playgrounds, 184 Royal Links Golf Club, 187 museums, 168–174 golf, 185–187 Royal White Tiger Habitat, factories and food, Grand Canyon West, 7, 155, 158, 163 175–178 266–267 rumjungle, 238 free, 154–155 Lake Mead and vicinity, for kids, 156–165 246, 248–249 for race car fans, 179 nature walks and botanical S afety, 31–33, 74 suggested itineraries, gardens, 181, 183 air travel, 49 152–153, 156 parks and playgrounds, for international visitors, tours, 178–180 183 274 Silver Cactus Comics, 199 rock climbing, 187 Sahara Hotel & Casino, rides, Single parents, 35 running and walking, 166–167 Sirens of TI (pirate battle), 181–183 Saks Fifth Avenue, 201–202 5, 12, 16, 155 for the special-needs child, , 227 Site59.com, 54 188 Sam’s Town & Gambling Size conversion chart, 273 tennis, 187 Hall, 185 Skiing, Las Vegas Ski and Sports Hall of Fame, Sandy Valley Ranch, 267 Snowboard Resort, 155, 173 San Gennaro Feast, 24 260–261, 267 Sports memorabilia, Sav-On, 72, 202 Sky’s the Limit, 266, 267 210–211 Scandia Family Fun Center, Slot clubs, 87, 93 Spring Mountain Ranch 184 Smarter Living, 54 State Park, 254 Scenic Airlines, 178, 264 Snapfish, 57 Spring Mountains National Scenic Drive (Red Rock Snowboarding, Las Vegas Recreation Area (Mount Canyon), 254 Ski and Snowboard Charleston), 260–261 Scuba diving, 249 Resort, 260–261, 267 Star Land Tours/Bonnie Sears, 202 The Society for Accessible Springs Shuttle, 257 Seasons, 20 Travel and Hospitality, 34 Star Trek: The Experience, Seats, airplane, 45–47, Song, 38 7–8, 167–168 49–50, 56 The Southern Nevada Center Steve Wyrick, 223 Second City, 227–228 for Independent Living Stratosphere Las Vegas Secret Garden, Siegfried & Program, 34 entertainment, 215, 216, Roy’s, 162–163 Southern Nevada 225 Senior travel, 36–37 Zoological-Botanical shopping, 195 Park, 159 Thrill Rides, 168 16_577654 bindex.qxd 2/23/05 8:05 PM Page 301

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The Strip, 66. See also East package, 52–54 Tropicana Bird Show, of the Strip/Convention Red Rock Canyon, 254, 155, 223 Center; Center Strip; South 256 Tropicana Resort & Casino Strip; West of the Strip Tower Records/Video/Books, bird show, 5, 155, 223 area between Downtown 209 entertainment, 154, 215, and, 67 Toys 219–220 Strollers, 27 for air travel, 50 restaurants, 125, 129–131 Sun exposure, 30 shopping for, 189, Turbo Drop (Primm), 262 Sunrise Hospital and 211–212 Medical Center, 73 Toys “R” Us, 212 Sunset Park, 13, 24, 37, 183 Trader Joe’s, 207 U nited Airlines, 38, 52, Sunset Station, 62 Train travel, 276–277 275 Sur la Table, 199 Transportation, 67–72 United States Tour Operators Syringe-administered by car, 69–72 Association, 53 medications, 269 by public transportation, United Vacations, 52–53 68–69 Universal Currency by taxi, 69 Converter, 56 T albots, 206 Transportation Security University Medical Target, 202 Administration (TSA), Center, 73 Taxes, 74, 280 39–41 University of Nevada, Taxis, 69 TransUnion, 19 Las Vegas, 181 tipping, 281 Travel agencies, 53 sports venues, 230 Teens, best hotels for, 11 for disabled travelers, 34 tennis courts at, 187 Telegraph and telex services, for gay, lesbian, bi & US Airways, 38, 52 280 trans-gender (GLBT) US Airways Vacations, 53 Telephone, 280–281 families, 35 Temperatures, average, 21 online, 54 Tennis, 187 for seniors, 36 V acation Fun Mad Libs: Texas Station Gambling Hall Travel Assistance World’s Greatest Party & Hotel, 62 International, 29 Game, 51 Theater, 231–232 Travelaxe.com, 16, 55 Vacation Together, 53 Thomas, Rick, 220 Travel clubs, 42 Valley of Fire State Park, Thomas & Mack Center, 227 Travelers Advantage, 42 242, 250–253 Thrifty rental cars, 70, 276 Traveler’s Aid International, Vault (Primm), 262 Thrill rides. See Rides 278 Vegas4Visitors, 17 Ticketmaster, 215 Traveler’s checks, 17–18, 272 Vegas.com, 17 Tickets2Nite, 215 Travelex Insurance Vegetarian and vegan meals, Time zones, 74, 281 Services, 29 43, 51–52 Tipping, 281 Travel Guard International, The Venetian TI-Treasure Island Las Vegas 29 bar, 232 Cirque du Soleil’s Mystère, TravelHub, 42 casino, 236–237 218 Traveling food court and restaurants, entertainment, 215 around the United States, 131, 133, 135, 137, 150 Krispy Kreme doughnuts 275–277 Krispy Kreme doughnuts at, 136 to Las Vegas, 38–45 at, 136 restaurants, 133, 136, 148 by car, 45 shopping (Grand Canal shopping, 195 by plane, 38–44 Shoppes), 10, 70, 154, Sirens of TI (pirate battle), by train, 45 159, 172, 195, 206 5, 12, 16, 155 to the United States, Venus and Tiki Bar Lounge, Tix4Tonight, 215 274–275 232 T. J. Maxx, 202 Travel insurance, 29–30, 41 Veterinarian, 74 Toddlers, best hotels for, 10 Travel Insured International, Videotape, flying with, 40 Toilets, 282 29 Vintage and used clothing Tony ‘n’ Tina’s Wedding, Travelocity, 54, 55 shops, 212 223–224 Treasure Island. See TI- Virgin Atlantic, 275 Tourist information, 15–17, Treasure Island Las Vegas Virgin Atlantic Airways, 38 64–66 Tree and Menorah Lighting Virgin Megastore, 13, 198, Tournament of Kings, Ceremonies, 24 209 224–225 Trip-cancellation Visa Tours, 178–180 insurance, 29 ATM Locator, 56 Grand Canyon West, 264 Trolleys, 68–69 traveler’s checks, 18 Hoover Dam, 242 16_577654 bindex.qxd 2/23/05 8:05 PM Page 302

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Visas, 268–269 ACCOMMODATIONS Orleans Hotel & Casino, 8–9, Visa Waiver Program, 268 62, 112–113 Aladdin/Planet Hollywood Visitor information, 15–17, Paris Las Vegas, 92–93 Resort & Casino, 81–82 64–66 Residence Inn by Marriott, AmeriSuites, 101 Visitor’s Guide, 15 106 Atrium Suites, 101–102 Visit USA, 276 Rio All-Suite Hotel & Bellagio, 10, 88 Viva Las Vegas, 225 Casino, 89 Best Western Mardi Gras VooDoo Lounge, 232–233 Sahara Hotel and Casino, 97 Inn, 107 St. Tropez, 106–107 Boardwalk Hotel & Casino, Sam’s Town Hotel & Gam- 10, 86–87 Waldenbooks, 13, 198 bling Hall, 109 Bonnie Springs Motel (Old Walgreens, 72, 202 South Coast Hotel & Nevada), 259 Wallet, lost or stolen, 19 Casino, 62 Budget Suites of America, Wal-Mart, 202 Stratosphere Las Vegas, 110, 112 We Are Family (website), 35 9, 98 Caesars Palace, 9, 90–92 Weather, 20–21, 74, 76 Sunset Station (Henderson), Candlewood Suites, 107 Weather.com, 56 114–115 Carriage House, 102, 104 Weatherford, Mike, 25 Terrible’s, 109–110 Circus Circus, 8, 10, 98–100 Websites TI-Treasure Island Las Vegas, Clarion Hotel & Suites Emer- for disabled travelers, 95–97 ald Springs, 108 34–35 The Tropicana Resort & Courtyard by Marriott, 104 for family travel, 37 Casino, 10, 85–86 Desert Paradise, 110 for single parents, 35 The Venetian, 9, 11, 93–94 Emerald Suites, 112 traveler’s toolbox, 56 Westward Ho Hotel & Excalibur, 8, 10, 87–88 travel-planning and Casino, 100–101 Fairfield Inn by Marriott, booking, 54–58 9, 108 Weddings, 74 The Flamingo Las Vegas, Western Union, 19 9, 10, 94 RESTAURANTS West Flamingo Animal The Four Seasons, 9, 61, 80 Alizé, 13, 150 Hospital, 74 Grand Canyon Caverns Inn America, 12, 125–126 West of the Strip, 67 (Peach Springs, AZ), 265 Arizona Charlie’s, 130 accommodations, 110–113 Green Valley Ranch, 9, 113 Bally’s Big Kitchen Buffet, restaurants, 144, 149 Hacienda Hotel and Casino 147–148 Wetlands Nature Preserve, (Boulder City), 249 Boardwalk Casino & Hotel, 181, 183 Hard Rock, 11 146 We Will Rock You, 225 Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, Bonnie Springs Ranch Wheelchair accessibility, 10, 104–105 Restaurant, 259–260 33–35 Hawthorn Suites, 105 Border Grill, 123–124 Whirlpool, 95 Hotel San Remo, 88 Border Grill Cantina, 126 White Cross Drugs, 72 Hualapai Lodge (Peach Bouchon, 150 White Tiger Habitat, 7, 155, Springs, AZ), 265–266 Buccaneer Bay Club, 158, 163 Imperial Palace, 88–89 12, 132–133 White-water rafting, Lake Mead Lodge (Boulder California Pizza Kitchen, 248–249 City), 249–250 12, 138 Whittlesea Blue Cab, 69 La Quinta Inn, 105–106 Calypsos, 10, 86, 129 Wizard’s Arcade, 164 Las Vegas Hilton, 108–109 Capriotti’s, 139 Worldwide Assistance Luxor Las Vegas, 9, 89–90 Cheesecake Factory, Services, 272 Mandalay Bay, 9, 10, 89 135–137 Wynn, Steve, 76–77 Marriott Suites, 106 Chin Chin, 12, 126 Wyrick, Steve, 223 MGM Grand Hotel/Casino, Chinois Café, 137 10, 82–84 Cocolini Gelato, 135 The Mirage, 95 Delmonico Steakhouse, Y ahoo! Mail, 58 Monte Carlo Resort & 11, 133 Yellow/Checker Cab/Star Casino, 9, 11, 84–85 Dragon Noodle Co., 126–127 Company, 69 Motel 6, 109 Dragon Sushi, 132 Mount Charleston Hotel, Ellis Island, 131 261 El Sombrero, 11, 145 Z oo, Old Nevada, Mount Charleston Lodge, Emeril’s New Orleans Fish 257–258 261 House, 121–122 Zumanity, 239–240 New York-New York Hotel & ESPN Zone, 127, 173 Casino, 9, 85 Excalibur’s Round Table Buffet, 147 16_577654 bindex.qxd 2/23/05 8:05 PM Page 303

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The Flamingo buffet, 11 Main Street Station buffet, Rainforest Cafe, 10, 128 Flamingo Paradise Garden 130 Rio’s Carnival World Buffet, Buffet, 148 MGM Grand Buffet, 146 149 Gold Coast buffet, 130 Miner’s Restaurant, 260 Roxy’s Diner, 12 Gold Coast Casino hot dogs, The Mirage Cravings Buffet, Royal Star, 135 131 147 Sam’s Town Firelight Buffet, Grand Lux Café, 13, 137 Mizuno’s, 125 149 Grand Wok and Sushi Bar, Mon Ami Gabi, 13, 134, 149 Schrafft’s, 12 124 Monte Carlo Buffet, 146 Second Street Grill, 144–145 Hamada, 124 Monte Carlo Pub & Brewery, Slots A Fun Casino hot dogs, Harbor Palace, 132 131–132 131 Hard Rock Cafe, 141 Mr. Lucky’s 24/7, 10, 11, 131, Spago, 134 Harley-Davidson Cafe, 127 142 Stage Deli, 138 House of Blues, 125 NASCAR Cafe, 139, 179 Stivali, 139 In-N-Out Burger, 11, 129 Nathan’s Hot Dogs, 13 Tale of the Whale (Boulder Inside Scoop (Overton), 253 Nob Hill, 122 City), 250 Key Largo, 131 Nobu, 141 Tiffany’s Cafe at White Cross La Salsa, 129–130 Olio Gelato, 12, 135 Drugs, 11, 12, 140 Las Vegas Hilton buffet, 168 Shanghai, 132 Todai, 122–123 11, 149 The Orleans buffet, 130 Totos (Boulder City), 250 Legends Deli, 130–131 Paris’s Le Village Buffet, 147 Treasure Island Buffet, 148 Lenôtre, 138 P.F. Chang’s China Bistro, Verandah, 11, 128 Lotus of Siam, 12–13, 127–128 Voodoo Café, 144 141–142 Pho, 132 Westward Ho Hotel & Casino Lutèce, 150 Picasso, 149 hot dogs, 130–131 Luxor buffet, 11 Pink Pony Cafe, 10, 100, 139 Wolfgang Puck Cafe, 12, Luxor’s Pharaoh’s Pheast Pink Taco, 144 128–129 Buffet, 145–146 16_577654 bindex.qxd 2/23/05 8:05 PM Page 304

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