What Else Can You Do In Las Vegas Besides Gamble?

Sure gambling is the big draw to Las Vegas, but what else is there to do if you don't gamble? Plenty!

Try The Wynn Las Vegas.

This is a hotel that defines luxury. Even the standard room is 640 square feet which is plenty big and features many luxury amenities such as full TV and movies. Many hotels skimp in this area because they want you on the gaming floor and not holed up in a room with your face glued to the tube. The staff at the Wynn is well trained to answer your every question. While you are staying a the Wynn, don't miss La Reve, a show with that Cirque du Soleil flavor. La Reve was created by Franco Dragone, Cirque's creator, and is receiving enthusiastic reviews. Wynn has the restaurant chef on premises, so you can enjoy any of the on-location restaurants, such as Wing Lei, Bartolotta, Alex, Red 8, Okada, SW Steakhouse and Daniel Boulud.

The Pool at the Mirage Hotel

Walking into Mirage's lobby is like walking into tropical rainforest. Trees, waterfalls and exotic birds are all there. Continue through the atrium, through the casino and head out back to the stunning pool area, Mirage's outdoor oasis in the desert. The pool zig-zags through dense foliage and the sight and sound of the waterfall at the end is a refreshing treat by itself. Service is superb from the cabana boys to the cocktail waitresses in tiny sexy sarongs. Water aerobics classes are offered twice daily, but they are not for the faint hearted. The pool manager leads intrepid sun worshippers through a 45 minute workout that will burn off every bit of the breakfast buffet. For those who want a more leisurely experience, they take advantage of the awesome beach that runs along the inner perimeter of the pool. Kick back with a good book or just enjoy the sunshine. Because Las Vegas has more sunny days than not, bring plenty of sunblock and a wide-brimmed hat so you can take advantage of the prettiest pool in town. It is available to only guests of the Mirage but staying there is a pleasant experience in itself.

Liberace Museum

Are you ready for a little culture? Even if you don't remember Liberace, the short cab ride from the strip to the museum is worth the effort. This place is a fitting tribute to the man who helped to put Las Vegas on the map. Filled with rhinestone-studded, fur-draped costumes, enough jewelry to impress an Empress, pianos, cars including a 1934 Mercedes Excalibur covered in Austrian rhinestones, press clippings and a ton of photos. This isn't campy entertainment. Any visitor is certain to leave the museum an adoring fan.

Dessert at the Coyote Caf in the MGM Grand Hotel

Dessert at any hour is a great idea. Even after a huge dinner at one of the many many restaurants, dessert is essential. Fortunately, Coyote Caf is open until well past midnight for a late night treat. Coyote Caf is the baby of Chef Mark Miller. After publishing numerous cookbooks, he brought his unique Southwestern flair to La Vegas. One specialty is canella cheesecake with bourbon caramel sauce and candied pecans or an elegant lemon tart with fresh seasonal berries. Chocoholics can enjoy either the chocolate-Kahlua flan with a savory ancho-peanut brittle or the Venezuelan chocolate spoon bread which is a dense, moist chocolate square drizzled with vanilla Anglaise and topped with rich vanilla ice cream.

The StratosphereTower

Las Vegas is home to the tallest frees-standing observation tower in the United States. The view from the top is mind-boggling. All the hotels on the Strip are visible as well as the entire city of Las Vegas that is spreading deeper into the desert all the time. But, there is more here than a great view. For the adventurous, there is a roller coaster on the top-the world's highest rollercoaster. It sports a reverse bungee that shoots the rider up at 45 mph and then back down again. If you only barely survive these, there is a bar and restaurant at the top where you can get a really stiff drink.

The Strip

The Strip's official name is Las Vegas Boulevard. This is truly a Boulevard of Dreams with all the glitz and glam anyone could wish for. It is home to most of the top hotels and casinos. At night The Strip is a blaze of neon and glitter. Take stroll along the strip, at night to enjoy the cooler temperatures.

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