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True to its name, Caesars Palace is a kingdom unto itself, resplendent with the lavish overkill that made this former sleepy railroad town into a destination for the entire world to see and experience.
Since opening in August 1966, Caesars has drawn countless high-rollers, celebrities and dignitaries to its giant, elegantly appointed casinos, two-story Fantasy Suites, four-star restaurants and classic Roman opulence. And one doesn't even have to stay there overnight to sample the amenities of the empire.
The Forum Shops at Caesars takes a shopping and dining riviera and wraps it in historical touches that make conspicuous consumption seem almost sacred and the new Magical Empire attraction takes guests on a mystical, dazzling journey through the realms of magic and mystery.
More than any other place, Caesars Palace is where Las Vegas' past meets its future, and the collision of timelines creates something as spectacular as the ancient place it was named for. |
Circus Circus A runaway hit since opening in 1968, Circus Circus has the distinction of appearing in two classic Las Vegas stories: as a malevolent wonderland in Hunter S. Thompson's "Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas" and as a backdrop to foreign intrigue in "Diamonds Are Forever." While neither story paints the resort as it truly is - a classic hotel/casino and a great place to bring your kids - they cannot help but illustrate Circus Circus' distinctive charm, unique not only to Las Vegas but to the world. The world-famous main casino floor is always jumping. Overhead, live circus acts - acrobats, trapeze artists, clowns, jugglers - perform around the clock. A carnival midway offers games of skill and chance for all ages. Nearby, the largest space-frame dome in the United States houses Grand Slam Canyon, an indoor "theme park" featuring the Canyon Blaster, a double-loop, double-corkscrew rollercoaster guaranteed to put a scream on your face. Several restaurants, a celebrated poker room, a giant race and sports book, the unique rotating cocktail lounge and new shopping Promenade should serve to reinforce any desire to run away and join the circus. |
Excalibur Located at the southwest point of Las Vegas' now-famous "four corners" (at the intersection of Tropicana and Las Vegas Boulevard), the Excalibur lives up to the grandeur of its surroundings. Like neighboring properties New York-New York, the Tropicana and The MGM Grand, the 4,032-room Excalibur has a breathtaking facade and an overwhelming air, with a flawlessly executed medieval theme. The Arthurian touches extend into every aspect of this spectacular hotel and casino. The Medieval Village is rich with strolling performers, jugglers and storytellers . Tudor-style prime rib restaurant Sir Galahad's serves a delicious Yorkshire Pudding along with the house specialty. Visitors can revel in the period-authentic jousting and sport of King Arthur's Tournament nightly, enjoying the midway games of the Fantasy Faire after the last rider has been thrown. Two wedding chapels allow couples to take the plunge in medieval costume. The wizard Merlin battles a dragon every night in the hotel's moat, in a spectacle of light and sound. And for those with the inclination, the 100,000-square-foot casino has all the amenities of modern gaming and more. As strange as a castle may look between the New York skyline and an Egyptian pyramid, the Excalibur seems comfortable with its surroundings. Like Camelot, its pride and conceit is fully justified in the splendor of its visage: tall, strong, permanent, the way an empire should look. |
Luxor Perhaps no hotel in the world has as grand and mystical an air as Luxor. Contained inside a thirty-story black glass pyramid and a pair of stepped-pyramid towers is all the splendor of ancient Egypt and all the technological wonders of the modern world, paired with the no-holds-barred showmanship that made Vegas into an adjective. Luxor incorporates so many amenities that it's almost an entire vacation in itself. The spacious rooms are done in all manner of Eastern finery, and surround the world's largest atrium. The Oasis Spa is one of the best of its kind, located in the Luxor’s cool and verdant pool area. Dining choices run from fresh seafood in the Sacred Sea Room to the gourmet delights of Isis. The Ra nightclub features live club acts and a bustling dance floor. The attractions floor is an exciting testing ground for cutting-edge film and ride technology, featuring a motion simulator designed by pioneering special effects wizard Douglas Trumbull, a two-story video arcade and the spectacular IMAX theater, with its giant screen (68 feet tall by 48 feet wide) and 15,000-watt digital sound system. And the casino, at over 100,000 feet, is one of Vegas’ biggest. This fully-encompassing environment demands slack-jawed amazement, and few have walked away without according it. With modern marvels married to the sedate majesty of the City Of The Living, Luxor fully deserves its self-appointed title as "The Newest Wonder Of The World." |
Monte Carlo This cosmopolitan resort is more than a collaboration between Mirage Resorts and Mandalay Bay Resort Group; it is a solid fusion of European refinement, American dazzle and true Las Vegas hospitality. From the moment one catches sight of the entrance -- remarkable in itself, with its Renaissance statues and cascading fountains -- the Monte Carlo evokes an elegance unique not only to Vegas, but to the world. The amenities here reflect both sides of the Atlantic. The 90,000-square-foot casino offers a broad range of gaming, from Single 0 Roulette to high-estate Baccarat. Dining runs the gamut from the exotic Asian pleasures of the Dragon Noodle Co. to the fine dining of Blackstone Steak House -- and the rollicking Monte Carlo Pub & Brewery has six fresh brews to gratify the palate. Rooms are tastefully accented with brass fixtures, Italian marble and polished granite. Six different pools, including a wave pool, cool down visitors in a lush garden setting. And in a notable coup, World Champion Magician Lance Burton will be rocking his namesake showroom with his spectacular illusions until the year 2009. It comes as no surprise that Mirage Resorts CEO Steve Wynn described the Monte Carlo as "popular elegance," coining a phrase to sum up the Monte Carlo's effortless blend of sensibilities. With a resort this fresh and exciting, one can expect all varieties of invention and be satisfied. |
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hayward68 Sun Feb 25, 2001 05:59 UTC
Excellent guide to the casinos! | utttz Tue Jan 2, 2001 15:19 UTC
a gambling page! | luiggi Thu Dec 28, 2000 20:15 UTC
Really great page ! | Krystynn Tue Dec 19, 2000 09:38 UTC
Yes, I love Vegas too!!! Too cool for words!!! |
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