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Finding your Las Vegas "home, sweet home"...

Las Vegas' premier resorts aren't just a place to crash and store your stuff. With all of the amenities that the city's amazing hotels have to offer, you're sure to enjoy a wonderful getaway. Las Vegas welcomes visitors to some of the most unique casino resorts in the world including the stunning lakeside Bellagio, the Venetian with its indoor canals, Mandalay Bay, Paris, Luxor and more. Two of Las Vegas' newest crown jewels include Encore on the Las Vegas Strip, and the M Resort. Encore, the newest signature resort in the Wynn collection, has 11 retail outlets, five restaurants, an ultra-chic nightclub, and a luxury spa and salon. M Resort provides upscale accommodations, global cuisine and exciting entertainment. Also, Blue Moon Resort is the only all-male Las Vegas gay-owned hotel — minutes from the Strip and designed with the gay traveler in mind.

"ME" TIME: TREATING YOURSELF:

Shopping is always invigorating in Vegas...

Las Vegas has evolved into a shopping Mecca, with everything from souvenir shops to haute couture boutiques. Start with the Forum Shops at Caesars Palace, featuring more than 150 boutiques and 15 restaurants. Or browse through Wynn Las Vegas Esplanade and its array of international and exclusive shops. For more shopping cruise through the 2 million square feet of shopping paradise at the Fashion Show mall.

...relax and rejuvenate at one of Las Vegas' luxury spas...

Prefer getting pampered indoors? No problem — Las Vegas is also home to the more than 45 unique and relaxing luxury spas, making it easy to find your favorite retreat. Qua Baths and Spa's Arctic Ice Room at Caesars Palace allows you to relax in the "snow" — in the form of mint-infused air falling from a domed ceiling at 55 degrees. It's the coolest spa treatment you'll ever enjoy, and it's only in Vegas. Or visit Canyon Ranch SpaClub at the Palazzo, Paris Spa by Mandara at Paris Las Vegas, BATHHOUSE at THEhotel and more!

...and then hit the water, and enjoy some great poolside parties.

Las Vegas has an amazing assortment of pools and parties, including the Moorea Beach Club at Mandalay Bay, GO Pool at Flamingo, BARE at The Mirage, Tao Beach atop the Venetian, the 53,000-square-foot Wet Republic at MGM Grand, Ditch Fridays at the Palms, and poolside concert series at the Hard Rock and Red Rock Resort. Great tunes and tans, only in Vegas!

FOOD AND FUN, AND SHOWTIME:

Start with some heavenly cuisine...

As the dining scene continues to evolve in Las Vegas, new restaurants continue to open nearly every month, providing the best in global cuisine. David Burke opened at The Venetian and Mario Batali brought CarneVino next door to The Palazzo, adding to the hotel's prestigious list of James Beard Award-winning, chef-owned restaurants. The sophisticated Simon Restaurant and Lounge at Palms Place offers a seasonal menu and a sparkling view of the Las Vegas Strip and Spring Mountains. Caesars Palace introduced Payard Patisserie and Bistro by third-generation French pastry chef Francois Payard. For the ultimate food showcase, the world's greatest chefs let you into their kitchen for some delectable, heavenly culinary treats at Vegas Uncork'd every May. With so many options, you're sure to find something that's perfect for your taste buds.

...and then enjoy some of Las Vegas' unparalleled entertainment...

The Lion King, a Disney classic, has come to Mandalay Bay. Make your plans to see Las Vegas' newest production show — visually stunning, technically astounding and with a musical score like none you've ever heard. You can also catch a duo of divas at Caesars Palace, where The Divine Miss M, Bette Midler, and fellow icon Cher call The Colosseum home. Another Diva on the strip is Spice Girl Mel B. headlining Peepshow, a new show at Planet Hollywood. Or check out the stunning acrobatics of Cirque du Soleil at ZUMANITY at New York-New York, "O" at Bellagio, KA at MGM Grand, Love at The Mirage, which features the music of the Beatles, and Mystere at Treasure Island.

...and for a nightcap, the Las Vegas club scene is second to none.

The arrival of world-renowned DJ Paul Oakenfold, whose Planet Perfecto show at the Palms combines his musical gifts with the elegant acrobatics of Cirque du Soleil, is just the latest example of the evolved Las Vegas nightlife scene. Krave, 8 1/2 and Piranha elevate gay nightlife to a whole new level, and Gipsy and country-western themed Charlie's are also not to miss. Other do some celebrity gazing at other big-name Vegas clubs, including LAX, PURE, Studio 54, Blush, The Bank, JET, Tao, Tryst, LAVO and XS! For the hottest gay nightlife, there are plenty of options for a night of fun, including the Backdoor Lounge, Badlands Saloon, The Buffalo, Escape Lounge, Flex, Freezone, Fun Hog Ranch, Goodtimes, Las Vegas Eagle, Las Vegas Lounge, Snick's Place, and Spotlight Lounge.

It's all there, ready and waiting, so take a break and experience the excitement of Las Vegas today!