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See also Accommodations and Restaurant indexes, below.

GENERAL INDEX Amtrak, 31 Bars, 257–262 Anderson, Louie, 241 gay, 263–264 An Evening at La Cage, 248 piano, 262–263 AAA (American Automobile Angel Park Golf Club, 194 Association), 292 Antiques, 236–237 at, 217–218 AARP, 36 Antiques at the Market, 237 nightlife and entertainment, Accommodations, 55–114. See Antique Square, 237 257, 260, 265, 266 also Accommodations Index “Any 7” bet, 205 restaurants, 133–135, best, 10–15 Appian Way, 230 138–140, 166 Boulder City, 281 Area 51, 290–291 shopping, 230 Downtown, 107–111 Area codes, 292 Bellagio Conservatory, 178 East of the Strip, 98–107 Area 51 Research Center, 291 Bellagio Fountains, 178 family-friendly, 72–73 Arthur, Dirk, 253 Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art, Henderson, 111–113 Art museums and galleries, 173–174 inexpensive alternatives, 106 173–174 Bell Trans, 29 locals’ , 64–65 The Arts Factory Complex, Ben Sherman, 234 location of, 57–58 173, 234 Bettie Page Boutique, 234 Mid-Strip, 58, 77–92 A Special Memory Wedding “Big 6 and 8” bet, 205 money-saving tips, 60–62 Chapel, 187–188 Big Shot, 183 North Strip, 58, 93–98 ATMs (automated-teller Big Six, 203 off the Strip, 82–83 machines), 32–33 Biking, Red Rock Canyon, 284, pet-friendly, 37 The Atomic Testing Museum, 286–287 pools at, 87 173 Bill’s Gamblin’ Hall & Saloon, reservations service, 58 Atomic Testing Museum gift 218 shopping arcades at, 229–233 store, 235 Binion’s, 224, 225 size of, 58–59 The Attic, 234 Blackjack, 203–205 South Strip, 62–76 Attractions, 171–194 Black Mountain Golf & Country Summerlin, 113–114 free, 171, 178–179 Club, 195 surfing for, 60 Henderson, 188–190 Blue Man Group, 243 what’s new in, 1–2 for kids, 190–192 Boating, 279–280 The , 191 organized tours, 192–194 Bodies: The Exhibition, 174, Agent Provocateur, 233–234 suggested itineraries, 190–191 Air travel, 27–30 171–172 Body English, 265 Alan Bible Visitor Center (near top, 173–183 Bonanza Gift and Souvenir Boulder City), 278–280 Avenue Shoppes, 229–230 Shop, 234–235 Alternate Reality Comics, 235 Bonnie Springs Ranch, 191, American Airlines Vacations, 38 287–289 American AutomobileCOPYRIGHTED Associa- MATERIAL accarat, 202–203 Books, recommended, 44–45 tion (AAA), 292 B Bakeries, 158–159 Boulder City, 277, 280–281 American Express, 292 Bali Hai Golf Club, 194 The Boulevard, 227 American Superstars, 242 Bally’s Bowling, 196 America the Beautiful-National casino at, 217 Boxing matches, 198 Park and Federal Recre- shopping, 229–230 British Foods, Inc., 236 ational Lands Pass tennis, 196 The Buffalo, 263 Access Pass, 35 The Bank, 265 Buffalo Exchange, 234 Senior Pass, 36 The Bar at Times Square, 262 16_384312-bindex.qxp 9/24/08 3:43 PM Page 302

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Buffets and brunches, 115–117, Casino MonteLago, 222 Chapel of the Bells, 186 163–170. See also Restau- Circus Circus, 221 Cheetah’s, 270 rants downtown, 224–226 Cher, 243 best, 15–18 East of the Strip, 222–223 Cherry, 265 downtown, 169–170 , 224 Children, families with East of the Strip, 153, 169 Excalibur, 214 accommodations, 72–73 for families with children, 140 Fitzgeralds, 225 best hotels for, 13–14 Mid-Strip, 165–168 , 218–219 information and resources, North Strip, 168 , 225–226 36–37 South Strip, 164–165 Fremont & Casino, 226 restaurants, 140 West of the Strip, 169 The Golden Gate, 226 shows for, 246 Burton, Lance, 191, 249 Golden Nugget, 226 sights and attractions, Business hours, 292 Resort, 190–192 Bus travel, 31 222 Chinle Formation (Red Rock Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Canyon), 285 223 Chocolate Swan, 158 Harrah’s, 219 Chriss Angel: Believe with casino at, 218 hotels with the best, 15 Cirque de Soliel, 247 food court, 140 itinerary for casino-hopping, CineVegas Film Festival, 25 for kids, 190 171–172 Circus Circus nightlife and entertainment, Las Vegas Hilton, 223 casino at, 221 243, 260, 265, 267 Las Vegas, 214–215 for kids, 190 restaurants, 133, 135–137, Main Street Station, 226 shopping, 231 139, 140–142 , 215 shopping, 230–231 memories of a longtime KA, 243–245 sporting events, 198 dealer, 216–217 LOVE, 245 Calendar of events, 25–27 MGM Grand, 215 Mystère, 191, 245 Calico Basin, 286 Mid-Strip, 217–221 O, 245–246 Calico Hill (Red Rock Canyon), , 219 Zumanity, 246–247 285 Monte Carlo Resort & Citizens Area Transit (CAT), 29 Hotel & Casino, 224 Casino, 215 City Life, 240 Camping, 280 New York-New York, 215 Clark County Heritage Museum Candy and food shops, 236 North Strip, 221–222 (Henderson), 188–189, 191 Canoeing, 280 Orleans, 215–216 Clark County Marriage License Canyon Ranch SpaClub, 84 , 219 Bureau, 184 Caramel, 257 Las Vegas, 220 Clear Pass, 23 Caribbean Stud, 208 Planet Hollywood, 220 Cleopatra’s Barge, 265 Carnaval Court, 231 Plaza Hotel & Casino, 226 Climate, 24–25 Car rentals, 49–51 Rio All-Suite Hotel & Club Paradise, 270 Car travel, 30–31, 49 Casino, 220 “Come” bet, 205 Casino gambling, 3–4, 199–226 The Riviera, 221 Comedy Club, 256 games, 202–213 Sahara, 221–222 Comedy clubs, 256–257 baccarat, 202–203 Sam’s Town, 223 The Comedy Festival, 26–27 Big Six, 203 South Strip, 214–217 Comedy Stop, 257 blackjack, 203–205 Stratosphere Casino Hotel & Comic books, 235 craps, 205–206 Tower, 222 Commercial Center, restau- keno, 206–207 TI-Treasure Island, 220–221 rants, 153 poker, 207–209 Tropicana, 216–217 Continental Airlines slots, 210–212 The Venetian, 221 Vacations, 38 sports books, 212–213 West of the Strip, 223–224 Convention dates for 2009, 26 video poker, 213 , 222 Conventions, 61 myths about, 200–202 CAT (Citizens Area Transit), 53 Cook E. Jarr, Mr., 239 Casino MonteLago, 222 Cellphones, 39 Coyote Ugly, 258 , 213–226 Center for the Performing Craig Ranch Golf Club, 195 Bill’s Gamblin’ Hall & Saloon, Arts, 254 Craps, 205–206 218 Centers for Disease Control Crazy Girls, 247 Binion’s, 224, 225 and Prevention, 34 Crazy Horse Paris, 250–251 Caesars Palace, 218 Chamber of Commerce, 20, 46 Creative Adventures, 191, 193 California Hotel & Casino, 224 Champagnes Cafe, 257 Credit cards, 33 16_384312-bindex.qxp 9/24/08 3:43 PM Page 303

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Cruises, Lake Mead, 280 “Don’t Pass” bet, 205 strip clubs, 269–273 Crystal Court, 231 Double Down Saloon, 258 tickets, 242 The Cupcakery, 159 Downtown Cocktail Lounge, Tropicana Resort & Casino, Cupid’s Wedding Chapel, 186 258 248, 253, 255, 257 Curbside check-in, 28 (Glitter what’s new in, 4–5 Curtis, Anthony, 21 Gulch), 48 Entry requirements, 21–22 Customs regulations, 22–24 accommodations, 107–111 E-Passport, 22 Cyber Speedway, 182, 191 best hotels, 14 Esplanade, 233 Cypress Street Marketplace casinos, 224–226 Ethel M Chocolates (Hender- food court, 140, 142 restaurants, 160–163, son), 189–191 169–170 Ethel’s Chocolate Lounge, 236 Drai’s After Hours, 266 Excalibur Dance clubs, 264–269 Drinking laws, 292 buffet, 164 Danny Gans: The Man of Many Driving safety, 31 casino, 214 Voices, 247–248 Drop Bar, 258 for kids, 190 Daylight saving time, 297 nightlife and entertainment, Dead Poet Bookstore, 235 253, 254 Debit cards, 33 Eagle, The, 263 shopping, 231 Déjà Vu Showgirls, 270 East of the Strip/Convention Delta Vacations, 38 Center, 48 Desert Cab Company, 51 accommodations, 98–107 Factory outlets, 228–229 Desert Rose Golf Club, 195 casinos, 222–223 Families with children Desert Springs Hospital, restaurants, 148–154, 169 accommodations, 72–73 293–294 Eden, 271 best hotels for, 13–14 The Deuce, 54 Eiffel Tower Bar, 258–259 information and resources, Dining, 115–170. See also Eiffel Tower Experience, 174 36–37 Restaurants Index El Cortez, 224 restaurants, 140 best, 15–18 Electricity, 292 shows for, 246 for buffets and sunday Embassies and consulates, sights and attractions, brunches, 163–170 292–293 190–192 by cuisine, 117–120 Emergencies, 293 Fashion Outlets Las Vegas, delis, 143 Entertainment and nightlife, 228–229 downtown, 160–163, 238–273 Fashion Show, 227–228 169–170 bars, 257–262 Fax machines, 297 East of the Strip, best, 18–19 Festivals and special events, 148–154, 169 Caesars Palace, 243, 260, 25–27 family-friendly, 140 265, 267 “Field” bet, 205 in food courts, 130 current listings, 238–241 Fingerprinting at airports, 22 great deals at, 129 dance clubs, 264–269 Fishing, 279–280 hotels with the best, 13 Excalibur, 253, 254 Fitzgeralds, 225 Mid-Strip, 130–143, 165–168 family-friendly, 246 Flamingo Las Vegas North Strip, 143–148, 168 Harrah’s, 250, 252, 257, 264 casino at, 218–219 price categories, 116–117 headliner showrooms, nightlife and entertainment, quick bites, 130 254–256 252 South Strip, 120–130, major production shows, shopping, 231 164–165 241–254 tennis, 197 theme, 126–127 Mandalay Bay, 255–257, Folies Bergère, 248 tips on, 116–117 260, 268 Food courts, 130 with a view, 136 MGM Grand, 255, 262, Forum Shops, 230 West of the Strip, 264, 268 Fountain Shows, 178 154–160, 169 The Mirage, 245, 248, for kids, 190 what’s new in, 3 261, 266 Four Queens, 225–226 Dinner shows, best free, 17 Monte Carlo Resort & Casino, Four Seasons Hotel, restaurant, Disabilities, travelers with, 35 249, 266 121–122 Dispensary Lounge, 258 Planet Hollywood, 254, Freed’s Bakery, 158–159 Dolphin Habitat, 181–182 264, 267 Fremont Hotel & Casino, 226 Donny and Marie, 241 Riviera Hotel & Casino, 247, Experience, “Don’t Come” bet, 205 256, 257 174, 240 16_384312-bindex.qxp 9/24/08 3:43 PM Page 304

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Frommers.com, 37 Green Valley Ranch Resort off the Strip, 82–83 Frommer’s favorite Las Vegas bar, 262 pet-friendly, 37 experiences, 8–9 casino at, 222 pools at, 87 Frys.com Open, 26 Greyhound, 31 reservations service, 58 Funeral industry, 10 Greyhound North American shopping arcades at, 229–233 Discovery Pass, 31 size of, 58–59 Griffin, 259 South Strip, 62–76 , The, 228 Summerlin, 113–114 Gambler’s Book Shop, 235 surfing for, 60 Gamblers General Store, 235 H&M, 233 what’s new in, 1–2 Gambling, casino, 3–4, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hotlines, 294 199–226 casino at, 223 House of Blues, 255–256 games, 202–213 The Joint, 255 baccarat, 202–203 nightlife and entertainment, Big Six, 203 255, 257, 263, 265 IAMAT (International Associa- blackjack, 203–205 restaurant, 154 tion for Medical Assistance craps, 205–206 “Hard Way” bets, 205–206 to Travelers), 34 keno, 206–207 Harmon Medical Urgent Care Ice House Lounge, 261 poker, 207–209 Center, 293 Immigration and customs slots, 210–212 Harrah’s clearance, 29 sports books, 212–213 Carnaval Court Lounge, 239 The Improv, 257 video poker, 213 casino at, 219 Insanity, 183 myths about, 200–202 nightlife, 241 Inside Scoop (Overton), 283 GameWorks, 176, 191 nightlife and entertainment, Insurance, 294 Gans, Danny, 247–248 250, 252, 257, 264 car-rental, 50–51 Garon, Jesse, 185 restaurants, 136, 168 International Association for Gasoline, 293 shopping, 231 Medical Assistance to Gateway District, 48 Hawley, “Chopper” Tom, 52 Travelers (IAMAT), 34 Gays and lesbians, 35 Headliner showrooms, 254–256 Internet access, 39, 295 bars, 263–264 Headliner stadiums, 255 InTouch USA, 39 Ghostbar, 259 Health concerns, 33–34 Itineraries, suggested, 171 Gipsy, 263 Health insurance, 294 Ivan Kane’s Forty Deuce, Glitter Gulch (downtown Henderson 259–260 Las Vegas), 48 accommodations, 111–113 accommodations, 107–111 attractions, 188–190 best hotels, 14 Hiking, 280 Jean-Philippe Patisserie, 158 casinos, 224–226 Red Rock Canyon, 286 Jersey Boys Vegas, 248–249 restaurants, 160–163, , 40–44 Jet, 266 169–170 Hogs & Heifers Saloon, 259 John, Elton, 242, 244 Glitter Gulch (), 271 Hold ‘Em, 207 Jubilee!, 249 Gold Coast Hotel Holidays, 293 bowling, 196 , 274–278 casino at, 219 Horseback riding, Bonnie KA, 241, 243–245 The Golden Gate, 226 Springs Ranch, 289 Keno, 206–207 Golden Nugget, 226 Hospitals and physicians, 293 Keystone Thrust Fault (Red Golf, 194–195 Hotels, 55–114. See also Rock Canyon), 285 Goodman, Oscar B., top 10 Accommodations Index Kids places to recapture Old best, 10–15 accommodations, 72–73 Las Vegas, 193 Boulder City, 281 best hotels for, 13–14 Good Times, 263–264 Downtown, 107–111 information and resources, Gordon-Biersch Brewing East of the Strip, 98–107 36–37 Company, 259 family-friendly, 72–73 restaurants, 140 Graceland Wedding Chapel, Henderson, 111–113 shows for, 246 186–187 inexpensive alternatives, 106 sights and attractions, The , 233 locals’ hotels, 64–65 190–192 Grand Canyon, 274 location of, 57–58 Kids Quest, 191–192 Grande Canal Shoppes, food Mid-Strip, 58, 77–92 King, Mac, 191, 250 court, 130 money-saving tips, 60–62 Krave, 264 Gray Line, 192 North Strip, 58, 93–98 16_384312-bindex.qxp 9/24/08 3:43 PM Page 305

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Mirage Volcano, 178–179 Lake Mead National Recre- Madame Tussauds Mon Bel Ami Wedding ation Area, 278–280 Las Vegas, 180 Chapel, 187 Lance Burton: Master Mail, 295–296 Money and costs, 31–33 Magician, 249 Main Street Station, 226 Monorail, 51, 52, 54 Las Vegas Advisor (news- Malls, 227–228 Monte Carlo letter), 21 Mandalay Bay food court, 130 Las Vegas Bowl Week, 27 boxing matches, 198 shopping, 232 Las Vegas Chamber of casino, 215 Monte Carlo Pub & Brewery, Commerce, 20, 46 nightlife and entertainment, 266 Las Vegas Convention and Visi- 255–257, 260, 268 Monte Carlo Resort & Casino tors Authority, 20, 24, 46 restaurants, 120–128, 164 casino, 215 reservations service, 58 Shark Reef at, 182 nightlife and entertainment, Las Vegas Hilton, casino at, 223 Mandalay Bay Events Center, 249, 266 Las Vegas Hilton Showroom, 254 restaurants, 129–130, 140, 254 Mandalay Place, shopping, 231 160, 165 Las Vegas Mini Gran Prix, M&M’s World, 236 Moon, 266 176–177 Manilow, Barry, 244 Movies, Anthony Zuiker’s Las Vegas Motor Speedway, Maps, 296 favorite, 45 25, 177, 198 Marjorie Barrick Museum, Music, 235–236 Las Vegas National Golf Club, 180, 191 Mystère, 191, 245 195 Marriages, 184–188 Las Vegas Natural History Maryland Parkway, 227 Museum, 192 Masquerade Show in the Napoleon’s, 262–263 Las Vegas Outlet Center, 229 Sky, 178 NASCAR/Winston Cup, 25 Las Vegas Premium Outlets, Masquerade Village, 232 National Conservation Area 229 McCarran International Airport, (Red Rock Canyon), 284 Las Vegas 51s, 198 arriving at, 29 National Finals Rodeo, 27, 198 Las Vegas Weddings, 185 McEntire, Reba, 242 National Funeral Directors Las Vegas Weekly, 240 Mead, Lake, 191, 274–281 Association, 10 Las Vegas Wranglers, 198 , 228 , 176 Layout of Las Vegas, 46, 48 Medical insurance, 294 Commission on Legal aid, 295 Medical requirements for Tourism, 20, 46 Le Rêve, 249–250 entry, 22 Newspapers and magazines, Let It Ride, 208–209 MGM Grand 296 Liberace Museum, 177, 180 casino, 215 Newton, Wayne, top 10 gift store, 235 nightlife and entertainment, favorite lounge songs, 256 Lied Discovery Children’s 255, 262, 264, 268 New Year’s Eve, 27, 28 Museum, 192 restaurants, 122–128, 164 New York-New York, Little Chapel of the Flowers, shopping, 231 128–130, 262 187 MGM Grand Hollywood casino, 215 Little White Wedding Chapel, Theatre, 255 food court, 130 187 MGM Grand Lion Habitat, NFR Christmas Gift Lost and found, 295 180–181 Show, 27 (Overton), MGM Grand’s Crazy Horse Nickel slots, 211–212 283 Paris, 250–251 Nicks, Stevie, 242 LOVE, 245 MGM Grand’s Garden Events Nightlife and entertainment, LPGA Tour’s Takefuji Classic, 198 Arena, 198 238–273 Lucas, Ronn, 253 Midler, Bette, 243 bars, 257–262 Lucky Strike at the Rio, 196 Mid-Strip best, 18–19 Luv-It Frozen Custard, 159 accommodations, 77–92 Caesars Palace, 243, 260, brief description of, 48 265, 267 casino, 214–215 casinos, 217–221 current listings, 238–241 nightlife and entertainment, restaurants, 130–143, 165–168 dance clubs, 264–269 247, 248 at Planet Excalibur, 253, 254 The Luxor Las Vegas Hollywood, 232 family-friendly, 246 Bodies: The Exhibition, 174 The Mirage Harrah’s, 250, 252, 257, 264 shopping, 231 casino at, 219 headliner showrooms, Titanic: The Exhibition, 183 nightlife and entertainment, 254–256 Lynch, Thomas, 10–11 245, 248, 261, 266 16_384312-bindex.qxp 9/24/08 3:43 PM Page 306

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Nightlife and entertainment The Palomino, 271–272 (cont.) Rachel, 290 major production shows, bars, 259, 262 Rain Nightclub, 267 241–254 casino at, 220 Randi, James, 200–202 Mandalay Bay, 255–257, Eiffel Tower Experience, 174 Rape Crisis Center, 294 260, 268 restaurants, 136, 141, 166 Realm, 231 MGM Grand, 255, 262, “Pass Line” bet, 205 Red Rock Canyon, 284–287 264, 268 Passports, 21, 296–297 rock climbing, 196 The Mirage, 245, 248, Penn & Teller, 251–252 Red Rock Canyon Visitor 261, 266 People-mover systems, 52 Center, 284 Monte Carlo Resort & Casino, Peppermill’s Fireside Red Rock Resort 249, 266 Lounge, 260 dance club, 265 Planet Hollywood, 254, Petroglyphs, 284 restaurant, 157 264, 267 Petrol, 293 Red Rooster Antique Mall, 237 Riviera Hotel & Casino, 247, Petrossian, 260 Resorts and hotels, 55–114. 256, 257 Pets, traveling with, 37 See also Accommodations strip clubs, 269–273 PGA Tour’s Frys.com Open, 198 Index tickets, 242 Phantom of the Opera, 252 best, 10–15 Tropicana Resort & Casino, Piano bars, 262–263 Boulder City, 281 248, 253, 255, 257 Pine Creek Canyon, 286 Downtown, 107–111 what’s new in, 4–5 PJ McRae’s, 262 East of the Strip, 98–107 Wynn Las Vegas, “Place Bets,” 206 family-friendly, 72–73 249–250, 269 Planet Hollywood Henderson, 111–113 North Strip casino at, 220 inexpensive alternatives, 106 accommodations, 93–98 nightlife and entertainment, locals’ hotels, 64–65 brief description of, 48 254, 264, 267 location of, 57–58 casinos, 221–222 shopping, 232 Mid-Strip, 58, 77–92 restaurants, 143–148, 168 Planning your trip, 1, 20–39 money-saving tips, 60–62 calendar of events, 25–27 North Strip, 58, 93–98 health concerns, 33–34 off the Strip, 82–83 O (Cirque du Soleil), Internet access, 39 pet-friendly, 37 245–246 money and costs, 31–33 pools at, 87 Oktoberfest, 25 package tours, 38 reservations service, 58 Old Fort, 192 safety, 34 shopping arcades at, 229–233 Old Nevada, 287–289 specialized travel resources, size of, 58–59 Old Nevada Photograph 35–37 South Strip, 62–76 Shoppe, 288 telephones, 38–39 Summerlin, 113–114 Olympic Gardens Topless traveling to Las Vegas, 27–31 surfing for, 60 , 271 Playboy Club, 260 what’s new in, 1–2 Organized tours, 192–194 Players’ clubs, 211 Restaurants, 115–170. See also Plaza Hotel & Casino, 226 Restaurants Index bowling, 196 Poison Emergencies, 294 best, 15–18 casino, 215–216 Poker, 207–209 for buffets and sunday Orleans Showroom, 255 video, 213 brunches, 163–170 Outdoor activities, 195–197 World Series of Poker., 25 by cuisine, 117–120 Lake Mead area, 279–280 Polly Esther’s Nightclub, 266 delis, 143 Overton, 283 Post office, 296 downtown, 160–163, Precipitation, average, 24 169–170 Prescription medications, 34 East of the Strip, 148–154, 169 ackage tours, 38 Privé and the Living Room, P family-friendly, 140 Pai Gow, 208 266–267 in food courts, 130 The Palazzo Progressive slots, 210 great deals at, 129 casino at, 219 Provence Bakery, 159 hotels with the best, 13 restaurant, 142 PURE, 267 Mid-Strip, 130–143, 165–168 shopping, 232 Pussycat Dolls Lounge, 260 North Strip, 143–148, 168 The Palms Resort & Casino price categories, 116–117 casino at, 220 quick bites, 130 Kids Quest, 191–192 Qua spa, 80 nightlife, 259, 260, 266 Q Vegas, 263 16_384312-bindex.qxp 9/24/08 3:43 PM Page 307

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South Strip, 120–130, Senior travel, 35–36 Stratosphere Las Vegas Hotel & 164–165 Serge’s Showgirl Wigs, 237 Casino theme, 126–127 Serge’s Showgirl Wigs outlet, casino at, 222 tips on, 116–117 237 nightlife and entertainment, with a view, 136 Shark Reef at Mandalay 253 West of the Strip, Bay, 182 restaurants, 136, 147 154–160, 169 Shipping your luggage, 29 shopping, 232 what’s new in, 3 Shopping, 227–237 thrill rides, 183 Revolution, 261 antiques, 236–237 Street of Dreams, 232 The Rio candy and food, 236 Strip clubs, 269–273 bowling, 196 fashion and beauty, fashion The Strip ( Masquerade Show in the and beauty products, South) Sky, 178 233–234 brief description of, 46, 48 restaurant, 142 reading material and music, Frommer’s favorite experi- Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino 235–236 ences, 8–9 casino at, 220 souvenirs, 234–235 Studio 54, 268 golf course, 194 vintage clothing, 234 Studio Walk, 231 nightlife and entertainment, what’s new in, 4 Suicide Prevention, 294 252 , 228 Summerlin, accommodations, shopping, 232 GameWorks, 176 113–114 The Riviera Hotel & Casino Sights and attractions, Suncoast (Summerlin), bowling casino at, 221 171–194 at, 196 nightlife and entertainment, free, 171, 178–179 Sunrise Hospital and Medical 247, 256, 257 Henderson, 188–190 Center, 293 shopping, 232 for kids, 190–192 Sunset Station, bowling at, 196 Rock climbing, 196 organized tours, 192–194 Sun/weather exposure, 34 Rodeos, 27, 198 suggested itineraries, Sweets and desserts, 158 Roman Hall, 230–231 171–172 Roulette, 209–210 top, 173–183 Rudner, Rita, 252 Silver Horse Antiques, 236 Tabú, 268 Rumjungle, 267–268 Sirens of TI, 179 Tao Nightclub, 268 Rumors, 5 Slots, 210–212 Taxes, 297 Smoking, 297 Taxis, 51 South Point, 196 Telegraph and telex services, Safety, 34 South Strip 297 Sahara Hotel & Casino accommodations, 58, 62–76 Telephones, 38–39 casino at, 221–222 brief description of, 48 Temperatures, average, 24 SPEED: The Ride/Las Vegas casinos, 214–217 Tennis, 196–197 Cyber Speedway, 182 restaurants, 120–130, Sam Boyd Stadium, 255 164–165 bowling at, 196 Sam’s Town Souvenirs, 234–235 restaurant, 154, 156 bowling at, 196 Spanier, David, 6, 45 THEhotel, restaurant, 124 casino at, 223 Spas/health clubs, hotels with Thomas and Mack Center, 255 Sand Dollar Blues Lounge, 261 the best, 12–13 Three-Card Poker, 209 , bowling Spearmint Rhino, 272 Ticketmaster, 198 at, 196 Special events and festivals, Tickets2Nite, 242 Sapphire Gentleman’s 25–27 Time zones, 297 Club, 272 Spectator sports, 197–198 Tipping, 298 Scenic Airlines, 274 SPEED: The Ride/Las Vegas Titanic: The Exhibition, 183 The Scintas, 241 Cyber Speedway, 182, 191 Titantic: The Exhibition, 191 Scuba diving, 280 Sports books, 212–213 TI-Treasure Island Seamless, 272 Spring Mountain Ranch State casino at, 220–221 Seamless After Hours, 268 Park, 284 nightlife and entertainment, Seasons, 24–25 Springs Preserve, 182–183 245–246 The Second City, 252 Star Lane Shops, 231 restaurants, 141, 143, 167 Secret Garden & Dolphin Stomp Out Loud, 252–254 shopping, 233 Habitat, 181 Sirens of TI, 179 16_384312-bindex.qxp 9/24/08 3:43 PM Page 308

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Tix4Tonight, 242 California Hotel & Casino, Toby Keith’s I Love This Bar & Weather, 24–25 108 Grill, 264 Websites, visitor informa- Candlewood Suites, 106 Toilets, 298 tion, 20 The Cannery, 65 Totem Pole, 210 Weddings, 184–188 Circus Circus Hotel & Casino, Tournament of Kings, 254 Wee Kirk O’ the Heather, 188 72, 97–98 Tours, organized, 192–194 Union, 295 Clarion Hotel & Suites-Emerald Tower Shops, 232 West of the Strip Springs, 102–103 Traffic tips, 52–53 casino, 223–224 Courtyard by Marriott, Train travel, 31 restaurants, 154–160, 169 100–101 Transportation, 48–54 Wheel of Fortune, 210 Desert Rose Resort, 103 by car, 49–51 Wheel of Gold, 210 El Cortez Hotel & Casino, by monorail, 51, 54 Whiskey Bar, 262 109–110 by public transportation, 54 Whittlesea Blue Cab, 51 Excalibur, 72–74 by taxi, 51 Wigs, 237 Fairfield Inn by Marriott, 103 traffic tips, 52 Women travelers, 37 , 64 Transportation Security Admin- World Series of Poker, 225 , 65, 83 istration (TSA), 23, 28–29 World Series of Poker., 25 Fitzgeralds Casino & Hotel, Traveler’s checks, 33 Wynn Conservatory, 179 107–108 Traveling to Las Vegas, 27–31 Wynn Lake of Dreams, 179 The Flamingo Las Vegas, 85–86 Travel insurance, 294–295 Wynn Las Vegas, 144–147, 168 Four Queens, 108 Treasures, 272–273 casino at, 222 Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas, Trip cancellation insurance, 295 free attractions, 179 62–63, 72 Triple 7 Brew Pub, 261–262 golf course, 194 Fremont Hotel & Casino, 110 Tropicana, casino, 216–217 nightlife and entertainment, Golden Nugget, 107 Tropicana Resort & Casino, 249–250, 269 Green Valley Ranch Resort, Spa nightlife and entertainment, shopping, 233 and Casino, 112–113 248, 253, 255, 257 Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Tryst, 269 98, 100 X-Scream, 183 Harrah’s Las Vegas, 86 JW Marriott, 82–83 United Vacations, 38 Lake Mead Resort (Boulder Yellow/Checker Cab/Star City), 281 Company, 51 La Quinta Inn and Suites, 101 Valley of Fire State Park, Las Vegas Hilton, 103–104 275, 281–284 Luxor Las Vegas, 74–75 The Venetian Zia Record Exchange, Main Street Station, 110–111 casino at, 221 235–236 Mandalay Bay, 66–67, 72–73 Madame Tussauds Las Vegas, Zia Records, 240 Marriott Suites, 101 180 Zoo, Bonnie Springs Ranch, 288 MGM Grand Hotel & Casino, nightlife and entertainment, Zumanity, 246–247 67–68, 73 243, 252, 268 Zuri, 262 The Mirage, 87–89 restaurants, 132, 137–139 Monte Carlo Resort & Casino, shopping, 233 68–69 Via Bellagio, 230 ACCOMMODATIONS Motel 6 Boulder Highway, 106 Video poker, 213 AmeriSuites, 106 Motel 6 (Tropicana Ave.), Views Arizona Charlie’s Boulder, 65 105–106 hotels with the best, 15 Bally’s Las Vegas, 92 Motel 6 (West Las Vegas), 106 restaurants with the best, 17 Bellagio, 77–78 New York-New York, 73 Vintage clothing, 234 Best Western Mardi Gras New York-New York Hotel & Visas, 21–22, 298 Inn, 102 Casino, 69–70 Visitor information, 20, 46 Bill’s Gamblin’ Hall and Orleans, 73, 76 Viva Las Vegas, 253 Saloon, 92 , 83 Viva Las Vegas Lounge, 257 Bonnie Springs Motel, 289 The Palazzo, 81 Viva Vision, 174, 176 , 64–65 , 89 Voice over Internet protocol Budget Suites of America, 106 Paris Las Vegas Casino Resort, (VoIP), 39 Caesars Palace, 78–81 81–82 VooDoo Lounge, 269 16_384312-bindex.qxp 9/24/08 3:43 PM Page 309

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Planet Hollywood Resort & The Buffet at the Las Vegas Hyakumi, 133 Casino, 70–71 Hilton, 169 Isla, 141 Red Rock Resort, 113–114 The Buffet at TI, 167 Jason’s Deli, 152 Red Rock Resort (Red Rock Burger Bar, 126–128 Jillian’s, 163 Canyon), 287 Cafe Ba Ba Reeba, 146 Jody Maroni’s Sausage Residence Inn by Marriott, Cafe Heidelberg German Deli & Kingdom, 129 101–102 Restaurant, 146 Joël Robuchon at the Mansion, Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino, Canaletto, 138 123 89–90 Canter’s Deli, 143 Komol, 152–153 Ritz-Carlton, Lake Capriotti’s, 147 L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon, Las Vegas, 73 Capriotti’s (Red Rock Canyon), 123–124 The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Las 287 Lawry’s The Prime Rib, 148, 150 Vegas, 111–112 Carluccio’s Tivoli Gardens, 151 Le Cirque, 133–134 The Riviera Hotel & Casino, Carnegie Deli, 143 Le Village Buffet, 166 94–96 Cathay House, 156–157 Little A’Le’Inn (Rachel), 290 Sahara Hotel & Casino, 96 Charlie Palmer Steak, 121–122 Lotus of Siam, 153 Sam’s Town Hotel & Gambling Circo, 138 Main Street Station Garden Hall, 104–105 Circus Circus Buffet, 168 Court, 170 Santa Fe Station, 65 Coffee Cup Diner (Boulder Mandalay Bay’s Bayside South Point, 75 City), 281 Buffet, 164 Stratosphere Las Vegas Hotel & Cypress Street Marketplace, M&M Soul Food, 163 Casino, 73, 96–97 140, 142 Margaritaville, 127 Sunset Station, 64 Daniel Boulud Brasserie, Memphis Championship Super 8 Motel, 106 145–146 Barbecue, 151–152 Terrible’s, 106–107 Delmonico Steakhouse, 132 Mesa Grill, 134 Texas Station, 65 Dick’s Last Resort, 128 MGM Grand Buffet, 164 THEhotel at Mandalay Bay, Dona Maria Tamales, 147–148 Michael Mina, 134 71–72 Dragon Noodle Co., 128–129 Miner’s Restaurant (Old TI-Treasure Island, 90–91 Dragon Sushi, 159–160 Nevada), 289 Travelodge, 106 Earl of Sandwich, 143 Mirage Cravings Buffet, Tropicana Resort & Casino, Eiffel Tower Restaurant, 136 166–167 75–76 Einstein Bros. Bagels, 152 Mix, 124 Tuscany Suites & Casino, 105 Ellis Island, 129 Mon Ami Gabi, 141 The Venetian, 82–85 Emeril’s New Orleans Fish Monte Carlo Buffet, 165 The Westin Casuarina Las Vegas House, 122 Monte Carlo Pub & Brewery, Hotel, Casino & Spa, 91–92 ESPN, 126–127 129–130, 140 Wynn Las Vegas, 93–94 Excalibur’s Roundtable MORE, The Buffet at Luxor, 165 Buffet, 164 Morton’s Steakhouse, 150 Fellini’s, 140, 147 Mr. Lucky’s 24/7, 129 RESTAURANTS Fin, 132 Nine Fine Irishmen, 128 Alex, 143–144 Fix, 133 Olives, 138–139 Andre’s, 160 Flamingo Paradise Garden Onda, 129 Arizona Charlie’s Boulder, 129 Buffet, 167–168 The Palm, 135 Aureole, 120–121 Flavors at Harrah’s, 168 Pamplemousse, 150–151 Austins Steakhouse, 154, 156 Fleur de Lys, 122–123 Payard Patisserie & Bistro, Bagelmania, 152 Fremont Paradise Buffet, 170 141–142 Bally’s Sterling Sunday Brunch, Gold Coast Ports O’ Call, 169 Paymon’s Mediterranean Cafe 165–166 Golden Nugget Buffet, & Lounge, 153–154 B&B Ristorante, 132 169–170 Picasso, 135 Bartolotta Ristorante di Mare, Gordon-Biersch Brewing Pink Pony, 140 144–145 Company, 151 Pink Taco, 154 Bellagio Buffet, 166 Grand Wok, 128 Pinot Brasserie, 139 Bonnie Springs Ranch Harbor Palace, 157 Rainforest Cafe, 127, 140 Restaurant, 289 , 127 The Range Steakhouse, Border Grill, 125 Harley-Davidson Cafe, 127 135–136 Bouchon, 137–138 House of Blues, 126 Rao’s, 139 Bougainvillea, 152 Hugo’s Cellar, 160–163 Red 8, 147 16_384312-bindex.qxp 9/24/08 3:43 PM Page 310

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Red Square, 124–125 Sam’s Town Firelight Buffet, Top of the World, 136 Rincon Criollo, 148 169 Toto’s, 140, 154 Rio’s Carnival World Buffet, Sensi, 139–140 Toto’s (Boulder City), 281 167 Sherwood Forest Café, 140 Valentino, 137 Rosemary’s Restaurant, 156 Spago, 136–137 Viva Mercado’s, 157–159 RUB, 142 Spice Market Buffet, 165 Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill, Salt Lick, 157 Table 10, 142 125–126 Salt Lick BBQ (Red Rock Thai Spice, 160 Wynn Las Vegas Buffet, 168 Canyon), 287 Tiffany’s, 148