Escaping Together With A Las Vegas NV Wedding

Over 100,000 couples choose Las Vegas NV as their marriage destination of choice. Nowhere else in the world can you get married via drive-thru or married in a pink Cadillac by Elvis. You can get married in a pine chapel that's on the National Register of Historic Places or married in a helicopter above the Las Vegas Strip.

Your wedding day will be special regardless, but by choosing to have a Las Vegas wedding, you'll already be at a thrilling honeymoon destination, you can provide your guests with affordable travel packages and you'll have world-class food for the reception, all without breaking the bank!

Some people are drawn to Las Vegas NV for the cheap-and-easy wedding packages. Did you know you can have a Las Vegas wedding for $200 or less that includes the chapel, the minister, flowers for the bridge and groom, photos, music, a DVD and limo service?

Chapels offering inexpensive services include the Las Vegas Wedding Chapel, A Special Memory Chapel, Candlelight Wedding Chapel, Chapel of the Bells, Cupid's Wedding Chapel, Graceland Wedding Chapel, Little Church of the West, Mon Bel Ami Wedding Chapel, Shalimer Wedding Chapel, Sweetheart's Wedding Chapel, The Bel Amour, the Little White Wedding Chapel, The Stained Glass Chapel, The Vegas Wedding Chapel and the Wee Kirk O The Heather Wedding Chapel.

Las Vegas NV provides some really interesting and unique additions to a traditional wedding ceremony that you won't find elsewhere. For instance, imagine reciting your vows in a helicopter above the Las Vegas Strip or the Grand Canyon! (Prices range from $699 - $2,550 for these wedding packages through Maverick Helicopter or Papillon).

You can have an Elvis wedding ceremony at the Graceland Wedding Chapel or the Viva Las Vegas Wedding Chapel, ranging from $199-$1,495. Drive-thru weddings ($40-$150) are another quirky option available at the Little White Wedding Chapel.

The Venetian also offers a romantic gondola marriage ceremony for $800-$900. If you'd rather get married off the Las Vegas Strip and out amid nature, then try an outdoor Red Rock Canyon wedding, a Lake Las Vegas boat ceremony, or a hot air balloon wedding from Vegas Weddings For You ($799+).

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Cheap Vegas Travel On A Budget

It may be hard to believe but few vacations can be cheaper than a well-planned Vegas travel excursion. If you've ever been to a casino, then you understand that they are willing to thank the patrons with free drinks, free food and bonus plays to keep you there, keep you happy and keep you spending money.

Such is the case in Las Vegas Nevada, the gambling capital of the United States, although the frugal gamble-resistant traveler can also capitalize on these tremendous deals!

To find cheap Las Vegas travel airfare, your best bet is to check out the discount sites online, some of which are, www.hotwire.com, www.expedia.com, www.cheaptickets.com, www.priceline.com, www.kayak.com, www.travelocity.com, www.smartertravel.com, www.cheapoair.com and www.orbitz.com.

The cheapest Las Vegas Nevada fares leave on Sunday and return on Wednesday or Thursday. By being flexible and checking your departure/arrival dates a few days forward and a few days afterward may save you as much as $400. If you want to leave during a popular time of year, then booking early will save you lots!

Try to avoid early morning and early evening flights if you can. Flying overnight can save you a ton if you can handle it. Unlike most vacation destinations, Las Vegas doesn't have an "off season," since the weather is so agreeable all year round.

However, be careful to avoid the occasional, major Las Vegas convention, sporting event, college Spring break or poker tournament! You may also save big by booking an all-inclusive package at www.vegasall.com.

For most travelers, a big part of Vegas travel is gambling. We all like to think of ourselves as hotshots who can double up at a Texas Hold' em game or drop $100 on a round of blackjack no problem, but often our pride outweighs our wallets.

Therefore, finding some low-limit cheap games is a good way to keep the Vegas fun lasting longer, especially as we get a feel for the various casinos and tables on the Las Vegas Strip. Downtown,

The Western has $2-3 blackjack and 25-cent roulette. El Cortez has $5 Pai Gow, mini baccarat and single-deck blackjack that plays 3:2 odds, as well as $3-5 craps and 25-cent roulette.

Off-the-strip, Boulder Station has $3 tables and 50-cent roulette. Arizona Charlie's Boulder Highway has $3 craps playing at 10x odds, $5 blackjack, $5 Let It Ride and 50-cent roulette.

On the Las Vegas strip, your best bet is Circus Circus with $5 tables and the occasional $3 (but beware of the 6:5 blackjack odds and even worse craps table odds). For poker, you can play as low as $1-$5 at The Mirage, Caesars Palace and MGM Grand.

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Knowing About The Better Las Vegas Strip Restaurants

Celebrity chefs are living the high life by creating gourmet cuisine at lavishly decorated Las Vegas Strip restaurants. Some intense gamblers don't mind "duking it out" over the buffets. Other high-rollers come here to experience the poignant flavors of Wolfgang Puck, Chef Emeril, Charlie Palmer and Michael Mina.

In addition to world-renowned chefs, Las Vegas Nevada also has its fair share of homegrown heroes, including André Rochat, of André and Alizé, as well as Michael and Wendy Jordan of Rosemary's just west of the Vegas Strip.

The Las Vegas Strip offers fine dining cuisine only previously seen on TV. Since 1992, celebrity chefs have migrated to Vegas Nevada, choosing to roost in the vibrant city that never sleeps.

Chef Emeril Lagasse first carved a name for himself in New Orleans with his lobster bisque, "Tournedos au Poivre," which includes grilled petite beef medallions with roasted shallots and haricot vert, parmesan crusted baked tomato and brandy peppercorn sauce, filet mignon and signature banana cream pie with whipped cream, chocolate shavings and caramel sauce.

Now visitors can enjoy delicious entrees in the $30-50/dish price range amid vaulted ceilings, quaint French doors and a petit grand piano at the "Delmonico Steakhouse."

Sometimes, hungry travelers are looking for simplicity and just want a big, juicy burger. For those people, "The Burger Bar" is the ideal Las Vegas Strip hotspot. Wanderers can choose from a wide selection of burgers, including Black Angus, turkey, veggie, Colorado lamb and Kobe beef (for the high rollers!)

There's everything from sliced zucchini, grilled lobster and pan-seared foie gras for toppings, with all the usual condiments as well. Yes, you can also find McDonalds, Burger King, Taco Bell and Rubio's Fresh Mexican Grill on the Strip for cheap and easy dining.

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The Wide Variety Of Las Vegas Shows

Some of the top-selling Las Vegas shows include the magic of David Copperfield, the V Ultimate Variety Show (juggling, magic, comedy, music and acrobatics), Criss Angel's Believe (magic), Zumanity (the sensual side of Cirque du Soleil), the Blue Man Group (music/theatrics) and The Beatles Love (music).

Whether you've come with a spouse, a friend, a loved one or the whole family, you're likely to find Vegas shows that suit your interests.

Las Vegas hotels offer a diverse mix of Las Vegas shows. Penn and Teller at the Rio Las Vegas keep their audiences mesmerized and laughing heartily for the full 90 minutes. These Emmy Award-winning comedians boast quick wits, animated facial expressions and the ability to enthrall through comedy and magic in a show like no other.

In addition to having their own Showtime series, they also appeared on "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno," "The Late Show with David Letterman," and "Live! with Regis & Kathie Lee."

Perhaps the best critics of Vegas shows are the people who actually live in city Las Vegas, who witness the whole gamut. Readers of the Las Vegas Review-Journal ranked their favorite of the Las Vegas shows and selected the Nevada Ballet Theatre, which entrances audiences with grace, poise, beauty and control, performing everything from "Don Quixote" to "The Nutcracker."

Readers also loved The Las Vegas Philharmonic's Led Zeppelin tribute as well. The staff of the Las Vegas Review-Journal picked the Onyx Theatre Company, which hides inconspicuously around the back of a Sahara Ave leather shop.

This alternative bar caters to a diverse, edgy crowd who love the Rocky Horror Picture show, Gay and Lesbian film festivals, improv comedy and vaudeville shows alike.

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Escape Together To Las Vegas

Walking down "the strip" of Las Vegas is a very surreal experience: colossal palaces surround you on either side; fountains bathed in soft lights shoot water high into the air to classical music, cascading back down into the aqua pool below; homeless people ask you for beer money, while short Vietnamese women ask you if you'd like to come to the strip club; fannie packs, alligator shoes, American flag shirts, straw cowboy hats, neon stretch pants and crocs are everywhere, juxtaposed by the swanky row of stores from Tiffany to Louie Vuitton; lights are flashing everywhere like seizure-inducing anime cartoons, as the palms sway gently in the breeze. There is no place in the world quite like Las Vegas Nevada.

Whether it's your first time passing through or your annual escape, you'll likely want to peruse as many of the Las Vegas casinos as you can, even if only to gawk at the architectural wonders.

Opened in 2005, The Wynn is one of the most expensive Las Vegas treasures, costing upwards of $400/night. One draw of this Vegas hotel is the 18-hole golf course.

The 2,716 rooms are surprisingly spacious (over 640 sq. ft), with floor-to-ceiling views of the 140-ft. man-made mountain and waterfalls, deep plush beds with high-quality linens and down comforters, silky robes and velour slippers, with vibrant colors and Warhol artwork.

The nine restaurants here are superb, albeit pricey. Hand-laid mosaics and stone walls make this Vegas hotel one of the more subtle designs. There is a state-of-the-art workout center and peaceful spa.

There is also an unconventional shopping esplanade carrying Chanel, Cartier, rare apothecary items, like Monk-produced products and even a Ferrari dealership. The casino itself is flooded with natural light and flowers.

If you have kids, then you'll definitely want to check out Mandalay Bay, which is the only resort in Las Vegas to have sharks in an exotic tropical habitat! The shark reef is, in fact, one of the most amazing sights to see in Las Vegas Nevada.

Adults also love that this is the second-largest casino (next to MGM Grand). The actual Vegas hotel rooms are devoid of gaudy themes and instead offer chic chocolate, purple and gray color schemes, modern furniture and clean lines.

The Rum Jungle with its all-you-can-eat multi-course Brazilian buffet is particularly impressive, as world-beat drumming and cozy fires and water decorate the background of this world-class restaurant.

House of Blues offers southern cuisine and rock concerts, while the main showroom entertains with Broadway musicals like "Mama Mia." The pool area is much like a water park with a lazy river, wave pool and water slide.

The casino tables cater to high rollers and celebrities, although 5 cent and 25 cent slots still remain.

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Time To Escape With Your Las Vegas Travel Plans

Las Vegas travel brings you to the heart of entertainment. Some people arrive for the thrill of flashing lights, ringing bells and free drinks. Others want to see rare concert appearances, famous comedians, Broadway musicals and Cirque du Soleil performances.

Architecture lovers want to experience the "theme park" atmosphere of the Las Vegas casinos themselves and peruse displays like the Venetian gondola, The Bellagio Hotel conservatory or the Mandalay Bay shark exhibit.

Each year, more than 100,000 couples tie the knot in a Las Vegas wedding, and even more arrive for a low-cost honeymoon. You can save a lot by researching every detail or you can find a discount vacation package to finesse the details.

Feeling spontaneous? That's what Las Vegas travel is all about! Why not slip away for 3 days/2 nights from Monday-Thursday for $129. You'll also receive $100 in casino chips in addition to your stay at Planet Hollywood, The Sahara, Boulder Station, Fiesta Rancho, Wild Wild West, Palace Station, Texas Station or Golden Gate Hotel.

For $179 during the week or $229 on the weekend, you can spend 4 days/3 nights at those hotels and receive $100 casino chips too. You can also save $250 by booking a hotel and one of the Vegas shows online at www.myLasvegasrooms.com.

If you want more gambling credits, then you can also try www.trip2earth.com, which offers 4 days & 3 nights during the week, or 3 days & 2 nights on the weekend, $500 in gaming credit, 2 buffet meals and a discount card for as low as $99 per person. You'll be staying at The Sahara, Four Queens, the Fitzgerald, Palace Station, Tuscany Suites or Casino Royale with this deal.

There is another way to save on Las Vegas travel, if you have the patience and are willing to forfeit a few hours of your day. For instance, at www.saveonresorts.com, the Hilton Garden Inn is offering a stunning package for $129 total (not per person) that includes (brace yourself): 3 Days and 2 Nights at the Hilton Garden Inn Las Vegas, 2 Las Vegas show tickets, including comedy and variety shows or the Shark Reef at Mandalay Bay, a $100 spa or dining certificate, free shuttle to and from the Las Vegas Strip and airport, full use of all hotel amenities, like the fitness center, and additional nights for $119/night if desired.

The only catch is that you must sit through a 90 minute timeshare presentation, although you are under no obligation to purchase anything. Another similar offer replaces the spa certificate and Vegas shows tickets with a free breakfast and a $100 Visa gift card at the Embassy Suites instead.

If luxury is your thing, then stay at an opulent five-star Cancun Resort villa for 3 days/2 nights, receive 2 passes for The Venetian gondola ride, 2 tickets to the wax museum, 2 lunches at Zeffrinos or dinners at Tintorettos and free shuttle service for just $89 total!

If you are considering a vacation property or if you have an iron will, then these deals may be the best vacation package offers you'll ever find.

Please note: Prices may change without notice. Please contact travel agents, airlines and or websites for the most current prices.

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