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24/7 DISCOUNT TOURS • 228-2000
Grand Canyon and Hoover Dam tours for the time-conscious adventurer with an emphasis on comfort, safety, service and especially fun. Courtesy drop-off and pickup at most hotels.

ADRENALINE ATV • 289-5427
4780 W. Ann Rd., #5448 - Experience some of Nevada’s most beautiful scenery from the seat of a brand new ATV/Quad, minutes from the Las Vegas Strip. Transportation is available from hotel. Lunch included. Call for reservations.

ALL LAS VEGAS TOURS • 233-1627
With helicopter, airplane, bus and land tours, along with everyday specials and a plethora of destination options, this tour company has it all. Tours depart daily.

ATOMIC TESTING MUSEUM • 794-5161
755 East Flamingo Rd.- Be immersed in the history and science of America’s atomic program (affiliate of Smithsonian Institute). Open Mon. - Sat.: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sun., 12 p.m. - 5 p.m. Last ticket sold at 4:30 p.m.

BALLYS • 739-4111
Jubilee! All Access Backstage Walking Tourallows guests to meet a “real” showgirl and get a sneak peek into themakings the show. Mon., Wed., Sat., 11 p.m. Tickets: $10 with purchaseof Jubilee! show ticket; $15 without. Guests must be 13 years or older.

BEST TOURS • 851-8436
Offerstours to the Grand Canyon, Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, Valley of Fire, byhelicopter, plane or bus. ATV and hummer tours also available. Toursdepart daily.

BELLAGIO • 693-7111
The Art of Richard MacDonald – A Fine Art Gallery featuring works by the most collected figurative sculptor in America. Located in the “O” Theater lobby. Open daily from 10 a.m. • 730-3990

Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens – Experience the year of the tiger as the botanical garden celebrates the Chinese New Year.  Free and open to the public, 24 hours a day.

Figuratively Speaking: A Survey of Human Form – A collection of figurative works from the likes of Pierre-August Renoir, Pablo Picasso, Roy Lichtenstein, Judith Shea and many more. Open: Sun. - Tues. & Thurs.: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Wed., Fri. & Sat.: 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. *Last admissions are sold 30 minutes prior to closing. Call for details.

The Fountains of Bellagio – More than 1,000 dancing fountains choreographed to the sounds of Celine Dion, Pavarotti, Bocelli, Frank Sinatra, Lee Greenwood and more. See the Ennio Morricone and Bocelli numbers. Shows every half hour: Mon. –Fri.: 3 p.m. – 7 p.m.; Sat. – Sun.: noon – 7 p.m. After 7 p.m. daily, performances every 15 minutes until midnight.  Free.

CAESARS PALACE • 731-7110
The Fall of Atlantis fountain show portrays Atlas’ children fighting for control of Atlantis. The Gods ungrateful offspring fight daily, every hour on the hour, from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m., 10 a.m. – midnight on weekends.

CAPTAIN BLACKJACK
Learn the secrets that the casinos don’t want you to know. These pros give you everything you need to win now. You get a complete “Blackjack Strategy” system, a 50-minute DVD, an Interactive Game on CD, and bonus DVD. • www.hothandadvantage.com

CIRCUS CIRCUS • 734-0410
Big Top Shows – A variety of daring, humorous & elegant circus-style performances every 45 min. 11 a.m. – midnight.

Circus Circus Carnival Midway – Offers over 200 games, including classic games to newer titles, all surrounding the circus stage.

The Adventuredome  – Filled with action and thrills, this theme park includes such rides as The Sling Shot, Canyon Blaster, Inverter, Chaos, a 4D Imax Ride Film, the all-new Disk’O and much more. Hours: Sun., 10a.m. – 9 p.m.; Mon. – Thurs., 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Fri. – Sat., 10 a.m. – midnight. All day passes: $14.95, $24.95. Or $4 - $7 per ride.

COMBAT ZONE • 388-9663
13011 S. Las Vegas Boulevard, Las Vegas’ largest paintball facility with an Airball and Recball field. Open daily: Mon. - Fri., 11 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.; Sat., Sun., 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Call with questions and for prices or directions. Onsite store and concession.

CRYSTALS • 590-8741
Chihuly at City Center - Within the GALLERY, a dynamic exhibition space featuring a diverse representation of world-renowned artist Dale Chihuly’s sculptures, drawings, editions and prints. Open 10 a.m. to midnight, daily.

DAY DREAMIN’ EXOTICS • 888 897 9555
The Flamingo - Drive 5 exotic cars on a 3-hour guided tour through the most beautiful desert canyons and finishing up with a ride on the Las Vegas Strip. www.daydreaminexotics.com

DESTINATION GRAND CANYON • 878-9378
Specializes in Skywalk Tours by hummer, coach, airplane or helicopter including a landing 4,000 feet below the rim and a boat ride on the Colorado River. Ask about the self-drive package with an SUV. www.destinationgrandcanyon.com

THE DICE SCHOOL • 734-3423
THE DICE SCHOOL teaches simple strategy to players about how to play Casino Craps more effectively. Learn 8 ways to start, 8 ways to raise and how to play the 'Center Action' better. $80 for 150 minutes. Monday thru Saturday at noon & 3 p.m. 2228 Paradise Road - take the monorail to the Sahara Stop & it's behind the McDonalds.

ETHEL M® CHOCOLATE FACTORY/BOTANICAL CACTUS GARDEN • 458-8864
Enjoyfree samples and self-guided tours of the factory and cactus garden.Botanical Cactus Garden features over 350 species of cacti and desertplants. Daily: 8:30 a.m. – 7 p.m. • 458-8864  ⁄

EXCALIBUR • 597-7777
Fantasy Faire Midway – Features entertaining 4-D motion rides including ‘Spongebob Squarepants – The Ride’, ‘Extreme Log Ride’ and ‘Dino Island’. Hours and admissions vary, call for details. Special holiday pass available. • 597-7084

EXOTICS RACING • 405-RACE (7223)
Drive the world’s most exclusive cars on the legendary Las Vegas Motor Speedway.  Choose from the Ferrari F430 F1, Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4, Aston Martin V8, or even the Porsche 997 Carrera S.  Call for pricing. www.exoticsracing.com

FASTLAP INDOOR KART RACING • 736-8113
4288S. Polaris St. Real racing for adults in custom built racing karts.Sun. – Thurs., noon – 11 p.m.; Fri. & Sat., noon – midnight.

FLAMINGO • 733-3111
Flamingo Wildlife Habitat – See Chilean Flamingos, swans, ducks, koi, and turtles in the gorgeous surroundings of waterfalls and lush foliage.

FREMONT STREET EXPERIENCE • 678-5600
A downtown signature attraction! A pedestrian promenade with a misting system, retail carts, kiosks & entertainment.  www.vegasexperience.com

Viva Vision – The largest LED screen in the world coupled with one of the biggest audio systems at 550,000 watts of concert quality sound. Shows are nightly, on the hour. Call for schedule.

GAMEWORKS • 432-4263
3785 Las Vegas Blvd.– Interactive games and a rock climbing wall, in an undergroundnightclub environment. Open daily from 10 a.m. Basement level ofShowCase Mall.

GRAND CANYON WEST • (877) 716-9378
Breathtaking panoramic views of the Grand Canyon’s western rim. Features The Hualapai Ranch and The Skywalk glass bridge.

GRAND TOURS • 368-5100
Offerstours of the Grand Canyon, Hoover D a.m. and other scenic Vegas-areadestinations.  Tours depart daily.  For detailed tour information, call368-5100.

THE GUN STORE • 454-1110
2900 East Tropicana.Located only three and a half miles from the Strip. Choose from over 50handguns available, or shoot a real submachine gun.  Trained andprofessional staff. Lessons available. Daily: 9 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.

HARRAH'S • 369-5000
Carnaval Court– Sit back, relax and listen to live entertainment or get up and dance!Sun. – Thurs., noon – 1 a.m.; Fri. & Sat., noon – 3 a.m.

IMPERIAL PALACE • 731-3311
The Auto Collections–The world’s largest classic car showroom with $100 million worth ofinventory for sale. Includes antique, classic, muscle, famous, infamousand historically significant vehicles. Daily, 9:30 a.m. - 9:30 p.m.

The King's Ransom Museum - A one-of-a-kind exhibit featuring Elvis Presley artifacts and priceless personal treasures, located in the city where the King reigned supreme in the 1970’s. Open seven days a week from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Admission: $10.

LAS VEGAS MINI GRAN PRIX  • 259-7000
1401 N. Rainbow Blvd.- Voted “Best of Las Vegas,” this 7-acre park features fun for all ageswith four exciting tracks, amusement rides, arcade games and a 500-seatrestaurant/party room with excellent food. Open at 10 a.m. Minutes fromthe Strip.
• www.lvmgp.com

LUXOR • 262-4444
BODIES…The Exhibition – The first-ever showcase of human body specimens, dissected andpreserved through the process of polymer preservation. Open daily from10 a.m. – 10 p.m. (Last admission, 9 p.m.) Tickets: $23 (children 12and under), $28 (residents), $29 (seniors), $31 (adults).

Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition– The tale is told through artifacts recovered from the wreckage.Introducing the largest piece of the titanic ever discovered! Daily: 10a.m. to 10 p.m. (Last ticket sold at 9 p.m.) Call for ticket prices.

MANDALAY BAY • 632-7777
Shark Reef Aquarium – An educational facility where visitors can learn about more than 2,000 dangerous animals including a Komodo Dragon, a Giant Pacific Octopus and even Tiger Sharks. Open daily, 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. (last ticket sold at 9 p.m.). Tickets: Children (5 – 12): $10.95; Adults: $16.95. • 632-4555.

UFC Fan Expo - On 5/28 and 29, UFC hosts the ultimate fan experience with UFC, WEC, Former Pride and Hall of Fame fighters, exciting events, training and development sessions and more. Visit www.ufcfanexpo.com for more information.

M&M’S WORLD • 736-7611
A retail-entertainment location dedicated to the colorful brand of candy, featuring gifts, souvenirs, a daily 3-D movie and more. Open Sun. – Thurs., 9 a.m. – 12 a.m.; Fri., Sat., 9 a.m. – 12 a.m. • 736-7611

MGM GRAND • 891-1111
Lion Habitat - A multi-level habitat adorned with stone, indigenous trees & foliage in a magnificent showcase that houses five adult lions. Open daily, 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.

CSI: The Experience - Based on the wildly popular television phenomenon, test your crime-solving savvy in this interactive experience. Open daily, 10 a.m. - 10 p.m., with the average experience lasting between 60 and 90 minutes.  Tickets: $30; re-entries, $26 with proof of prior admission.

THE MIRAGE • 791-7111
The Mirage Volcano offers guests bigger-than-life fire effects and a legendary soundtrack created by Grammy Award Winner and Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Mickey Hart and Indian tabla virtuoso Zakir Hussain. Erupts nightly every hour, dusk to 11 p.m.

Siegfried & Roy Secret Garden & Dolphin Habitat is a must-see attraction where guests enjoy a family of Atlantic Bottlenose dolphins and five rare animal breeds, including the White Lions of Timbavati and the Royal White Tigers of Nevada.  Admission prices are $15 for adults, $10 for children ages 4 – 12.  Children 3 and under are complimentary.  Last admission is 30 minutes prior to close.

MONTELAGO VILLAGE• 564-4766
A Mediterranean style village located on the shores of Lake Las Vegas combines the charm of old world Italy with fine dining, upscale shopping and wide variety of events. Enjoy golf, art festivals, a floating skating rink (during winter), and spectacular scenery. Call for event schedule.

NEW YORK - NEW YORK • 740-6969
Coney Island Emporium – A 32,000 sq. foot entertainment center featuring the latest hi-tech gadgetry & special attractions. Open Sun. - Thurs., 9 a.m. - 1 a.m.; Fri. - Sat. 9 a.m. - 2 a.m.

ESPN Zone – The Sports Arena offers fans over 10,000 sq. feet of video and interactive games. Open Mon. – Thurs. 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 a.m.; Fri.11:30 a.m. – 1:30 a.m.; Sat. 9 a.m. – 1:30 a.m.; Sun. 9 a.m. – 12:30a.m. • 933-3776

The Roller Coaster at New York-New York – The award-winning coaster features a dizzying succession of high-banked turns, camel back hills, a vertical loop and more. Must be 54” tall.Open Sun. – Thurs., 11 a.m. – 11 p.m.; Fri., Sat., 10:30 a.m. – midnight. Admission: $14; Re-rides: $7; All-day Scream Pass: $25; Family Fun Flight For Four package – 4 individual rides & souvenir pictures: $56.

PAPILLON GRAND CANYON HELICOPTERS • 736-7243
Papillon is your Grand Canyon and Las Vegas tour guide with helicopter, airplane, bus, and much more as means of seeing it all in style. Land on the bottom of the Grand Canyon, see the Rainbow Bridge or Skywalk, or just take a leisurely bus ride and create your own album of pictures and memories.  See the sights with the best!

PARIS LAS VEGAS • 946-4567

Eiffel Tower –Paris Las Vegas’ signature landmark is its 50-story Eiffel Tower replica built to half-size. Get a bird’s eye view of Vegas from 450 feet above the Strip. Open daily, 9 a.m. – 12:30 a.m. Admission charge.

POLE POSITION RACEWAY • 227-7223
Start your engines for Las Vegas’ newest and most innovative indoor speedway, geared toward both amateur and experienced kart racers. Achieve speedsof up to 45 miles per hour! Open Sun. – Thurs., 11 a.m. – 11 p.m.; Fri., Sat., 11 a.m. – midnight.

RED ROCK CANYON GUIDED TOURS • 497-5238
Take a guided tour of the famous Red Rock Canyon National Park in the Mojave Desert. Enjoy spectacular, photo-worthy scenery and experience nature, history, waterfalls, rock carvings and much more. Shuttle pickup is at Paris - call for daily pickup times. http://sites.google.com/site/rrcnca

RIO • 777-7777
Show in the Sky - The excitement is hotter than ever at Rio's Masquerade Village. All-new sets. All-new costumes. All-new choreography. Even if you've seen it before! Shows hourly from 7 p.m. - midnight, Thurs. through Sun. FREE show.

2010 World Series of Poker - The king of all Poker events is back, running through July 17. A total of 57 gold bracelets will be up for grabs this year. Call for details, satellite and buy-in information.

RIVIERA • 794-9574
Riviera Wine Tasting Booth – Sample wines from around the world. Open daily, 12 p.m. - 9 p.m.; Sat. 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.

SAHARA • 737-2471
Las Vegas Cyber Speedway– Step inside a simulated car experience where riders can customizehorsepower, braking response, suspension and much more. Open Sun. –Thurs., 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.; Fri. – Sat., 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.

SPEED– The Ride launches riders to speeds of 70 mph and upward at a90-degree angle to 224 ft. Ride runs Mon. – Sat. 11 a.m. – 12 a.m.;Sun. 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.

SIN CITY SKYDIVE • 300-8508
Specializingin first-time jumpers, Sin City Skydive offers some of the best ratesin the city. Free shuttle service and discounts available.
www.sincityskydiving.com.

SKYDIVE LAS VEGAS • (800) 875-9348
Tandem skydive from 2 miles high at 120 miles per hour! Jumpers will see Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, Colorado River, the Las Vegas Strip and more. Video and pictures available.

SPRINGS PRESERVE• 822-7700
Explore botanical gardens, interactive galleries and trails at the 180-acre attraction known as the ‘birthplace of Las Vegas’. Learn about history in a fun, hands-on way. Call for admission info. and operating hours. www.springspreserve.org

STRATOSPHERE • 380-7777
SkyJump Las Vegas - Plummet 855 feet at a scream-inducing speed of up to 40 mph -- all while experiencing a thrill similar to skydiving and basejumping.  Try to keep your eyes open! Open Sun. - Thurs., 10 a.m. - 1 a.m.; Fri., Sat., 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Big Shot
 – The ride of a lifetime. Shoots fun-lovers 160 feet in the air.Experience zero gravity before returning to the launch pad located ontop of the tower. Sun. – Thurs. 10 a.m. – 1 a.m.; Fri., Sat. &holidays 10 a.m. – 2 a.m. Tower Express Pass available, $10.

Insanity– Dangles and spins riders over the edge of the outdoor observationdeck 900 ft above the strip. Open Sun. – Thurs., 10 a.m. – 1 a.m.;Fri., Sat., & holidays, 10 a.m. – 2 a.m. Tower Express Passavailable, $10

X Scream– This thrill ride sends riders 27 ft. over the edge of theStratosphere, over 900 feet above the Strip. Open Sun. – Thurs., 10a.m. – 1 a.m.; Fri., Sat., & holidays, 10 a.m. – 2 a.m. TowerExpress Pass, $10.

SUN BUGGY FUN RENTALS • 866-SBUGGIE
Freepickup and drop off from your hotel. Choose your vehicle and get readyto experience off-roading on the sand dunes of Las Vegas! Open 7 a.m. -7 p.m., 7 days a week.

TI  (TREASURE ISLAND) • 894-7111
The Sirens of TI –Sexysirens battle a band of renegade male pirates in Siren’s Cove.Experience music, dance, temptation, danger and seduction. Showsnightly at 7, 8:30, 10 & 11:30 p.m.

TIX4TONIGHT • 877-TIX-4-TNT
Half-price shows, attractions, dinners and buffets. Offers deep discounts as well on several commonly sold-out shows. Tix4Tonight now has a 13 convenient locations. Open daily at 10 a.m. Shows posted at 9:30 a.m. www.Tix4Tonight.com

TOP TOURS OF LAS VEGAS • 538-9310
Take a break from the lights of Las Vegas and visit the sun and sand of California -- see the Hollywood Sign, Warner Brothers Studios, the homes of movie stars, the Hollywood Walk of Fame and much more.  Pickup at 6 a.m. w/dropoff at 8 p.m.

VEGAS EXTREME SKYDIVING  • 866-EXT-JUMP
Specializingin first time tandem jumps. Members of the United States ParachuteAssociation. Check out the views of Las Vegas while jumping from twomiles high at 120 mph. • vegasextremeskydiving.com

VEGAS INDOOR SKYDIVING  • 731-4768
Skydiving for those afraid of jumping from a plane. Always a great decision for having fun and doing something different in Las Vegas. No age limit to participate, classes on the 1/2 hour. Open 9:45 a.m. – 7:30 p.m., 7 days a week.

VENETIAN • 414-1000
Gondola Rides– Enjoy a romantic ride in the style of Venice, Italy as your gondolierserenades you with a ballad. Sun. - Thurs. 10 a.m. – 11 p.m.; Fri.& Sat. 10 a.m. - midnight. Tickets: $16 (Adults), $12 (Children),infants free (2 and under); private, 2-person gondola: $64. • 414-4500

Madame Tussauds Interactive Attraction– The newest wax figure exhibits Daniel Craig as James Bon.  Alsoencounter Evel Kneivel, Jamie Foxx and signature wax exhibits such asthe Blue Man Group experience, Tennis Legend Andre Agassi and Marry“Clooney”. Call for pricing. Open at 10 a.m. daily. • 862-7800   

St. Mark’s Square – Life-size puppets, magicians, stilt walkers, living statues and musical performances. Daily at noon, 1, 2, 4, 5, and 6 p.m. Living statues perform from 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.; Venetian Trio from 6 p.m. - 10 p.m. • 414-4525

WYNN • 770-7000
Lake of Dreams– A 140-foot mountain covered with 1,500 trees and waterfalls cascadesinto a three-acre lake with various lighting effects, creating agorgeous spectacle. Open daily.
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