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Las Vegas Travel Guide

We say the world is divided into two kinds of people: those who love Las Vegas, and those who don't know they love it—yet. The trick is to surrender without guilt. Whether you're there to gamble, eat, or see Gaga, do yourself a favor, and don't look at the time.

Plan Your Las Vegas Trip

Virgin Hotels Las Vegas: First In
With pool-side music festivals and decor inspired by the Mojave Desert, Virgin Hotels Las Vegas is bringing the city's cool factor way up.
COVID Has Transformed Las Vegas' Glamorous Restaurants
The Vegas buffet is dead, long live the Vegas buffet.
15 Best Hotels in Las Vegas
The city’s hotel scene is its own beast—which means there's something to please everyone.
Actually, You Can Take a Detox Trip in Las Vegas
Get your adrenaline thrills from the great outdoors—instead of the casino floor.
The Best Rental Homes and Airbnbs in Las Vegas
From a penthouse with Bellagio views to family-friendly homes with pools, there’s more to Sin City than its famed hotels.

More from Las Vegas

Air Travel
TSA Is Rolling Out an Airport Checkpoint Where Passengers Can Screen Themselves
As America's airports become increasingly busy, the new “self-service” screening technology aims to make security checkpoints more efficient and decrease wait times.
Readers' Choice Awards
2023 Readers’ Choice Awards: The Top Hotels in Las Vegas
Nothing beats the pleasure of checking into a great hotel. Here are the top ones in Las Vegas, as voted by Traveler readers.
News & Advice
Where to Watch the 4th of July Fireworks in Las Vegas 2023
From Caesars Palace on the Strip to a reservoir outside of the city, there are plenty of vantage points to choose from. 
Destinations
The Best 4th of July Events in Las Vegas 2023
The 4th of July is one of the biggest nights of the year for Las Vegas—here's where to go to make the most of it.
Destinations
The Iconic Appeal of Las Vegas's Wedding Chapels
Known for Elvis impersonators, drive-through windows, and tabloid-worthy marriages, these chapels offer stress-free vows with plenty of kitsch.
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The 5 Best Hikes Near Las Vegas: Red Rocks, Joshua Trees, and Dreamy Desert Views 
"What happens in Vegas" should include these serene and beautiful spots.
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Where to Watch the Las Vegas Fourth of July Fireworks 2022
The glittering Las Vegas skyline will shine even brighter this year.
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The Best Things to Do in Las Vegas With Kids
From kid-friendly culinary exploits to wildlife and educational exhibits, Las Vegas is a sleeper hit for little ones.
Air Travel
Alaska Airlines New ‘Flight Pass’ Guarantees Cheaper Flights to Subscribers
Lock in access to cheaper fares on 100 daily flights between West Coast destinations like Los Angeles, Las Vegas, and Phoenix. 
Destinations
The 8 Best Breweries in Las Vegas
When Lady Luck has left your side, drink Vegas craft beer instead.
News & Advice
Where to Watch the Las Vegas 4th of July Fireworks 2021
Sin City is primed to party again with a few days of fireworks, parties, and shows—no masks needed.
News & Advice
The Weekend Guide: Neon Signs, Red-Rock Hikes, and Tiki Cocktails in Las Vegas
The burgeoning Arts District and wild Red Rock Canyon reward visitors willing to explore beyond the glitzy comforts of the Strip.
News & Advice
Where to Watch 4th of July Fireworks in Las Vegas
The lights in Sin City won't be the same this year.
Food & Drink
How Cosme's Chefs Are Rethinking Their Dishes for Elio Las Vegas
Enrique Olvera and Daniela Sotto-Ines are pushing Vegas' food scene forward at their Mexican-inflected hotel restaurant, Elio. 
News & Advice
How Las Vegas—A City Built on Tourism—Is Dealing With the Coronavirus Outbreak
All casinos are to be shut down immediately after an edict from the governor.