If you are going to be flying to Las Vegas, you can be assured that you will have a great time in the city. Believe it or not, Las Vegas is more than just The Strip.

There are many things to do even for those who just want entertainment and do not care about gambling. If you want to go out gambling, by all means, do it.

There is more gambling in Las Vegas than anywhere else. However, you should not feel like that is the only option that you have.

The following will show you a few things that you can can do once your plane as has landed without putting your money on the line.

First, check out the Titanic Exhibition. This is not an exhibition showing the ship itself, of course, but showing various artifacts that have been brought up and rescued from the most famous wreck in the history of man-made vessels.

The Titanic Exhibition artifacts will offer you a very unique look back into the past. They will show you what the time period was like and what it was actually like to be on the Titanic ship when it left port and set out on its doomed voyage.

The movies are one thing but real life is something else altogether. Take a look at all of these different Titanic artifacts to explore that real life in a way that you have probably never done before.

If you are not as interested in history, check out Vegas Indoor Skydiving. This is an experience that is like nothing else save throwing your body from a perfectly good airplane and plummeting toward the ground below.

The wind tunnel is the perfect way to get the rush of air that goes along with skydiving, to get that feeling of weightlessness, all without having the fear of falling or the danger that is inherent to the sport. This has been advertised as something that grandmothers and five-year-old children can do, something that anyone can enjoy. You can even rent the tunnel out for a whole group of people to use for fifteen minutes, a great way to get everyone involved.

Maybe that does not sound like your thing either; maybe you want to see something that has to do with history and the nearby American West. If so, you should take a look at the Atomic Testing Museum.

While people now think of nothing but gambling when they think about Las Vegas, it used to be a hotbed for nuclear activity. The government set up 928 nuclear tests in the mainland United States, just sixty-five miles from Vegas. This museum is dedicated to preserving that history and the advancement of science.

You do not have to worry that this is a boring science museum, for it is set up in such a way that you will be drawn right in. You can watch videos of the processes and the tests. You can see the old equipment that was used. When you leave, it will be with a new appreciation for the things that began in the 1950s deep within the desert.

One way to see all of these things is to look for flight offers that include tickets to local attractions. Many Las Vegas flights will include these tickets because the airlines want to get your business. They are willing to spend a little money on you if you will fly with them.

Even if you do not use a flight like this, you can be sure to find a lot to do in Las Vegas — and a surprising amount of it has nothing to do with gambling.

Las Vegas– there’s else like it in the world. From the glitz and glamor of the lit-up strip at night to the amazing shows and high-stakes gambling, Vegas is an entertainment mecca.

When planning your trip, take a few moments to decide your priorities and pick out things to see, places to eat, and shows to catch. A bit of preparation can save lots of time and indecision during your vacation!

Because the venues, hotels, and casinos want tourists to come and stay, Las Vegas flights are typically much cheaper than others, and because of the number and quality of round-trip flight offers you should be able to save some cash on top of that. You’ll need it for all the exciting options you’ll have once you arrive.

First and foremost, let’s talk gambling! No trip to Las Vegas would be complete without a great gambling story or two. Above all, it’s really important to understand the games you’re playing and the very basics of the odds. There’s no need to try to memorize everything you need to know before you head out, but keep some tips in mind. Never make bets you don’t understand.

Many casinos offer variants of better known games with more complicated odds structures in order to confuse new players. Stick to the games you understand to maximize your value. If you’re a slots player, play big for a shot at the progressive jackpot! Many of the best casinos in the world line the streets of Las Vegas, so your options are nearly unlimited. The most popular choices for most visitors include the MGM Grand, the Luxor, and the Bellagio.

Las Vegas is certainly known for its food; the legions of visitors that flock to town for the shows and gambling have attracted top culinary talent from around the world. After flying to Las Vegas, fuel up before hitting the strip so that you can stay entertained later without worrying about a rumbling stomach. Charlie Palmer Steak in the Four Seasons Hotel is arguably one of the finest steakhouses in the city, so if you’re a fan of gourmet meat, start there.

For something more exotic, check out Lotus of Siam, just off the strip proper. Zagat recently rated Lotus of Siam as one of the best food options in the city; the restaurant is widely considered to be one of the best Thai restaurants in the United States. The inviting social atmosphere of popular tapas spot Jaleo will make your dinner party into a cheerful event with plenty of delicious communal options.

Sightseers who prefer the city’s neon vistas will find much to their liking. The strip includes landmarks such as the Luxor pyramid and the Venetian canals; visitors who travel further afield often choose to make the trek to the nearby Hoover Dam, an absolutely gargantuan hydroelectric power generator that provides Las Vegas its electricity.

Back on the strip, the Paris Hotel’s front entryway includes a variety of miniaturized Parisian structures, including a half-scale, 50-story replica of the Eiffel Tower. Whether you enjoy architecture, natural views, or the hustle and bustle of America’s most exciting city, there’s always something to see in Las Vegas!

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Around the world, Las Vegas is well known as the place to be for throwing the most outrageous parties.

As fall has arrived and Halloween is right around the corner, plan your celebration and experience this year’s most spine-tingling and electrifying happenings in Sin City.

The weather has begun to cool down, but the the Vegas nightlife is always hot and the city is really ramping up its Halloween festivities.

This year Las Vegas will be crazier than ever, and will be known as every thrill-seeker’s ultimate Halloween destination!

Take a look at just a few of the best Halloween activities out there:

Mandalay Bay – Haunted Reef at Mandalay Bay Thrills and Chills
Shark Reef Aquarium eerily transforms into a Haunted Reef for those who dare to enter the unknown. Fearsome predators, including tiger sharks and a rare Komodo dragon with dagger-like teeth, deadly saliva and piercing razor-sharp claws will lurk in exhibits, terrorizing spectators. Rattling chains, creaking doors and haunting music replace the normally soothing sounds of the ocean and jungle as visitors walk through Haunted Reef’s dark and spooky tunnels. For more information, visit www.mandalaybay.com.

Till Death Do Us Part Wedding Package at Mandalay Bay
For couples who love Halloween and like to have fun with a side of fright, the Till Death Do Us Part package at Mandalay Bay offers the ideal Halloween wedding. Starting at $850, eternally bonded souls will have their ceremony in a themed haunted chapel. After the ceremony, the couple will enjoy a bone-chilling experience with passes to Fright Dome at Circus Circus. For more information, visit www.mandalaybay.com.

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MGM Grand – Nightmare on 54th Street
Legendary nightclub Studio 54 will transform into a frightful playground for its legendary 13th annual week-long Halloween celebration: Nightmare on 54th Street. Sexy spider girls will entertain the masses as they spin, swoop and swing on the aerial webs and ghost bungees, and hair will rise as a bewitching temptress and her slithering serpent seduce the crowd. Throughout the events, sexy dancers and performers will recreate scenes from Michael Jackson’s Thriller. Thursday, Oct. 28 famed early rapper Doug E. Fresh will take the stage to break out his beat-boxing jams during Throwback Thursday. The party continues Friday, Oct. 29 when legendary rapper-turned-rocker Vanilla Ice will celebrate his birthday with a performance for his legion of fans. Saturday, Oct. 30 Holly Madison will host the 2nd Annual Hollyween, hosting a costume contest to find the sexiest vixen at the party. This year on Halloween night, Studio 54 delivers the most extravagant gala on The Strip with the 44th Annual Beaux Arts Ball. Performers from Studio 54 and entertainers from numerous Vegas shows will come together to host an evening of fun and philanthropy, benefitting Golden Rainbow’s fight against HIV/AIDS. For more information, visit www.mgmgrand.com or call (702) 891-7254.

Luxor – Free Haunted Tours at Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition
Featured on SciFi’s Ghost Hunters, Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition has people questioning if lost passengers have returned to the personal items they once carried on board. Listen closely for chilling details to be shared this Halloween by the Titanic experts who have seen and heard it all. For some spooky fun, discover if the ghost stories are true with a free haunted tour this October with paid admission. Call 702-262-4400 for more information or visit www.luxor.com.

Circus Circus – Fright Dome at Circus Circus
It’s time to play a game… Fright Dome takes over The Adventuredome at Circus Circus beginning Friday, October 1 from 7 p.m. to Midnight. Ranked among the top five scariest haunted attractions in the United States two years in a row, Fright Dome will offer new haunted houses, freak shows, scare zones and much more to those who dare to enter. Spread throughout five acres, this haunted theme park features dark, fog-filled attractions complete with ghoulish and gore-clad professional actors. Not appropriate for children under 12, Fright Dome includes roaming scare actors, high-powered strobes, multi-colored lasers and eerie sound effects. For more information, visit www.frightdome.com or call (702) 794-3939.