Las Vegas  Overview

Originally a negligible stop off point on the Old Spanish Trail, Las Vegas' history changed when it first became connected by rail to Salt Lake City in 1905. However, it wasn't until 1931 that the 1909 prohibition on gambling in Nevada was lifted, and with the lifting, the town saw an increase in Hoover Dam workers squandering their pay checks away. more...

Las Vegas  Activities

Named after the famous entertainer, who died in 1987, this museum is one of Las Vegas’ more worthwhile, with a nice collection of nostalgic photos and newspaper cut-outs featuring the toe-tapping star. Alongside the displays of the clips are interesting items that belonged to the press-hounded entertainer including fur coats, flashy cars and decorative items, and don’t miss the museum’s toilet, which pumps out scented air and music. Phone: +1 702 798 5595. more...

Las Vegas  Events and Festivals

New Year’s Day: with huge celebrations taking over the city on the eve before, and more often than not lasting well into the early hours of the morning, Vegas is unusually quiet on this day, with most people tucked up in bed. more...

Las Vegas  Sightseeing

The attractions in Las Vegas are everything from theatrical to overwhelming and range from impressive to over-the-top. With the heart of the city being Las Vegas Boulevard, better known as the Strip, much of the sights are concentrated on this one stretch including the city's famous super-casinos and their individual attractions and more...

Las Vegas  Transport

While there are no trains servicing Las Vegas, largely due to its remoteness, Greyhound buses travel to the city and the compact nature of the attractions make it easy to whiz around the city on foot or by taxi. If you don't have a hired car at your disposal, using the city's limited public transport is the next best option. The main bus terminal is at 200 Main street downtown and is the location where long-distance buses arrive. CAT buses serve local routes city-wide, with useful services including numbers 302 and 303, which link the Strip with downtown. more...

Las Vegas  Travel Tips

European Union nationals need to fill out a form requesting a visa at least 72 hours before they plan to travel to the US. You may need to show evidence of funds and an onward ticket. Canadians also require a passport to enter the US. more...