Although reminiscent of a typical log ride, Adventure Canyon stands apart from the rest by being the first interactive log ride in the world. Once riders splash down a 35-foot drop, the fun continues on the four-minute journey as they take part in an electronic shooting gallery through scenes of the Wild West, complete with miners, desperados and outlaws.

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Ash Meadows is an extensive oasis of over 23,000 acres of pure spring water-fed marshes and blue-green streams and pools. Stroll along the wooden boardwalks beyond Ash Meadow's Crystal Spring viewing area and peer into the transparent waters. Other areas include the Point of Rocks, Jackrabbit Spring and Crystal Reservoir.

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The Western-themed Old Nevada Park was built in 1843 to serve as a stopping point for wagon trains traveling down the Old Spanish Trail to California. In 1952 the ranch was transformed into the tourist attraction it is today complete with a restaurant, cocktail lounge, petting zoo, a motel and a stable offering horseback and stagecoach ride

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From pine trees and sandstone to everything else in between, Bryce Canyon is a gorgeous destination for the nature lover. Hikers can take trails through landscapes like Fairyland Loop and Under the Rim Trail, meandering all the while between rock pillars for miles.

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At an altitude of 10,000 feet (10,662 at its highest point) every turn at Cedar Breaks spoils the eye. Each of the park's lookouts provides a different and equally spectacular angle of the brilliant sandstone pinnacles featured in the 2,500-foot-deep canyon.

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Once home to thousands of people living off the silver mines in the nearby Cerbat Mountains, Chloride Mining Town is now the residence for a few hundred souls. But with weekend re-enactments of gun slinging, bullet-ridden brush-ups and a preserved boardwalked old town, it is a true slice of the Wild West.

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The Clark County Heritage Museum teaches visitors about the rich and colorful history of Las Vegas and its surrounding communities from prehistoric times through the 20th century. Throughout the museum there are interactive displays allowing guests to handle various items including a branding iron, butter mold, chamber pot, fossils and more.

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Despite a foreboding reputation for death and suffering, visitors of Death Valley National Park will find a place of amazing beauty with many colorful rocks and canyons, miles of pristine sand dunes, unique evaporative salt features and even a diverse range of wildlife.

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Officially designated in 1996 for the many UFO sightings along the remote desert basin in Southern Nevada, the byway now features a sign posting its speed limit as "Warp 7" and various signs warning of alien encounters for the next 51 miles.

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Along the waters of Lake Las Vegas, the Venetian gondolas introduce passengers to the romance of Venice, Italy, as they venture out for a glorious lake cruise, complete with singing gondoliers.

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One glimpse of the vibrant colors of the rocks, the mighty river flowing through the center and the wide variety of plant and animal life that inhabit the canyon is all it takes to understand why the Grand Canyon is considered one of the natural wonders of the world.

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Located in Black Canyon, just minutes outside of Las Vegas, this National Historic Landmark named after America’s 31st president, Herbert Hoover, is the highest concrete dam in the Western Hemisphere and stands at more than 725 feet above the Colorado River.

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As the 16th largest man-made lake in the world, Lake Mead was created by the Hoover Dam along the Colorado River. In 1964, The National Park Service established Lake Mead as a national recreation area where visitors can enjoy year-round recreation with everything from boating and swimming to hiking to wildlife viewing.

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Located at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway, the Mario Andretti Racing School offers the chance to experience what it’s like to be an Indy race car driver. Options range from a quick six lap session to a multi-session course involving racing against other drivers.

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At approximately 12,000 feet high, Mount Charleston (also known as Spring Mountain) is Nevada’s third-highest mountain peak. In the winter, Las Vegas Ski & Snowboard Resort at Lee Canyon has ski runs and throughout the rest of the year, Mount Charleston has 52 miles of hiking trails as well as seven campgrounds and 160 picnic sites.

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Depending on the time of year and the weather, each session focuses on a variety of celestial objects including the moon, planets, stars, star clusters and more. Once the latitude, longitude, time and date are set, visitors are able to see a projection of what treasures the night sky has to offer on that particular evening.

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Located 20 miles west of Las Vegas, Red Rock Canyon enables visitors to hike, picnic and view plant and animal life under 3,000-foot-high red rock formations.

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Contrasting with surrounding grey limestone mountains, the red sandstone rock formations formed millions of years ago by a shift in the Earth's crust, faulting and wind and water erosion. Visitors can see rock domes, beehives, pillars and other formations.

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Known for its unique geological features and an unusual variety of plants and animals, Zion National Park enables visitors to see rare or endangered species including peregrine falcons, Mexican spotted owls and even the Zion snails, which are found nowhere else on the planet.

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In what promises to be the biggest, most imaginative show she’s ever done, The Divine Miss M showcases her incomparable sense of humor and extensive song catalog at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace beginning on February 20, 2008.

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Blue Man Group's critically acclaimed show has been called “visually stunning,” “wildly inventive,” and “hysterically funny.” Although it is almost impossible to describe, people of all ages agree that Blue Man Group’s Venetian Show is an intensely exciting and wildly outrageous experience that leaves the entire audience in a blissful, euphoric state.

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A tale of Imperial twins who embark on an adventurous journey to fulfill their destinies, KÀ features a captivating display of perpendicular acrobatics and aerial adventure in an ever-changing environment that conjures an entire empire on stage.

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Now you see it. Now you don’t. That is the Lance Burton Magic Show. A master at “sleight of hand”, Lance Burton is the most remarkable and amazing magician in Las Vegas now appearing (and disappearing). Great for family fun entertainment!

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"Le Rêve," offers breathtaking performances in an intimate aqua theater in-the-round. The show features aerial acrobatics, provocative choreography and artistic athleticism. Live music and elaborate special effects immerse the audience into a world of fantasy, adventure and intrigue.

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LOVE brings the magic of Cirque du Soleil together with the spirit and passion of The Beatles to create an intimate and powerful entertainment experience.

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Mystère is a vibrant kaleidoscope of powerful athleticism, high-energy acrobatics and inspired imagery. The vivid sets of Mystère are punctuated by colorful costumes and signature Cirque du Soleil acts such as Chinese Poles, Hand to Hand balancing, Aerial High Bar and Bungee.

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Dive into a watery world of theatric brilliance. One part lavish opera and one part aquatic spectacle, O delivers a stunning mix of circus acts, performing arts, and choreography—all of it set in, on, and above 1.5 million gallons of water.

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Penn and Teller are a two-man magic and comedy team, specializing in gory tricks (in which the mechanisms of the illusions are fully revealed) and clever pranks, who have become associated with Las Vegas and skepticism. They call themselves “a couple of eccentric guys who have learned how to do a few cool things.”

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With a theater designed to resemble the beautiful Parisian theaters of the past, Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Phantom of the Opera comes to life in the city of lights. This haunted tale of an eccentric and disfigured man, who passionately desires a young opera singer named Christine, is a dynamic presentation that should not be missed.

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Stomp Out Loud is a unique combination of percussion, movement, and visual comedy, which includes new choreography, a dynamically expanded cast and a completely new environment which will immerse the audience from the moment they enter the theatre.

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Toni Braxton: Revealed will be a full-scale musical production that draws upon Ms. Braxton's experience as an accomplished musician, singer and Broadway performer, complete with her incredible band, amazing costumes, background singers and dancers.

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One of the nation's largest shopping centers and Las Vegas' premier retail destination, Fashion Show offers seven flagship department stores, including Saks Fifth Avenue, Dillard's, Neiman Marcus, Macy's, Nevada's only Nordstrom, and Bloomingdale's Home along with over 250 extraordinary shops and restaurants.

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The Forum Shops at Caesars boasts a unique atmosphere that simulates ancient Roman streets and has no visual rival in the world. More than 160 stores create a retail attraction similar to the Via Condotti, Rodeo Drive or Madison Avenue. Where else can you shop at high-fashion stores among dazzling surroundings, including fountains, statues and facades? The Forum Shops offers fabulous shopping in a visually stunning atmosphere!

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Las Vegas Premium Outlets is a welcome addition to downtown Las Vegas, adding 435,000 square feet of shopping in an upscale, outdoor village setting. The shopping center has more than 120 outlet stores offering savings of 25-65 percent.

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With 170 specialty stores, 15 tantalizing restaurants, and a prime center Strip location, Miracle Mile Shops offers an array of shopping, dining and entertainment experiences.

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Whether it's a stroll along a cobblestone walkway, or a relaxing ride in an authentic Italian gondola, The Grand Canal Shoppes offers a shopping experience like no other. Enjoy world class dining, shopping and elegance in an atmosphere of sophistication and refinement. Enjoy all that life has to offer... indulge in the uniqueness of The Grand Canal Shoppes. Benvenuto!

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Boasting 450,000 square feet of luxury retail, The Shoppes at The Palazzo offer an array of extravagant boutiques from some of the world's leading designers. In addition to Manolo Blahnik, Jimmy Choo, Marc Jacobs and Prada, there are more than 60 international shops, as well as an 85,000-square-foot Barneys New York and fine dining restaurants including CUT by Wolfgang Puck and Table 10 by Emeril Lagasse.

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Beneath a 55-foot-tall glass ceiling lies Bellagio’s elaborate floral arrangements which fill the atrium with brilliant colors and rich fragrance. This breathtaking botanical encompasses 14,000 square feet and changes along with the seasons five times a year - Chinese New Year, Spring Celebration, Summer Garden Party, Harvest Show and Holiday Show.

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Spanning across the quarter-mile-long lake in front of the Bellagio, this dramatic combination of water, light, and music delivers a spectacular performance between five and 10 minutes every evening.

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Reaching a maximum height of 1,049 feet, riders are launched 160 feet in a mere 2.5 seconds at 45 mph, followed by a drop to 0 Gs and bungeed up and down three times before practically floating back to the launch pad one minute later.

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Showcasing 21 whole-body specimens as well as more than 260 organs and partial body specimens, the exhibit features real human bodies preserved through a process called polymer preservation, in which all body tissue has been replaced with silicone rubber.

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At the CBS Television City Research Center, you can do the job of a network executive and decide which shows are put on the air by letting your opinions be known. Five minutes before the screening begins, viewers are led into one of four studios to watch the latest offerings from CBS, MTV, Nickelodeon and other Viacom networks.

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The Parisian adventure begins with a short trip up an escalator, followed by a brief stroll across a bridge that spans across the casino. As you ascend the 50-story Eiffel Tower replica, the informed attendant will recount the history of the original Eiffel Tower in France, while pointing out various Las Vegas landmarks.

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With complimentary admission and a convenient location just 15 minutes from the Strip, the Ethel M Chocolate Factory is simply irresistible. Once inside, visitors take a self-guided tour from the preparation of candy fillings, to each piece of candy being individually wrapped.

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Exotic Cars displays over 40 vehicles with prices more than $1 million. Some vehicles previously housed at Exotic Cars include the 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago Roadster and the Porsche Indy Car. Vehicle specifics can be found on several interactive touch screens readily available around the showroom.

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FastKart Speedway’s outdoor track features go-carts which reach speeds of up to 25 mph and have been designed to look like NASCAR race cars. This 1,150 foot course provides endless excitement, while an extensive arcade, rock climbing wall, paintball course, batting cages and concessions are available nearby at the Sport Center.

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Flyaway Indoor Skydiving enables visitors to experience the same sensation as freefalling out of an airplane. After a quick demonstration, the DC-3 propeller at the base of the wind tunnel generates winds up to 120 mph, and anyone within the provided restrictions can fly.

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Towering 90 feet above Fremont Street, the Fremont Street light and sound show is the ultimate place to take in the "real" Vegas. Ranging from six to nine minutes, shows at the Fremont Street Experience include "Lucky Vegas" and "Speed, Smoke and Spinning Wheels."

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Caesars free fountain show uses lifelike animatronic figures to recount the myth of Atlantis. Once the show concludes, you can check out more than 100 species of ocean life in the 50,000-gallon saltwater aquarium.

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The Gallery of Fine Art presents world-class exhibitions of art and objects drawn from internationally known museums and private collections. The gallery’s new exhibit, opening Feb. 8, 2008, features more than 30 masterworks by American modernists including Georgia O’Keeffe, Stuart Davis, and more.

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From the animated jet fighters to the 75–foot-tall rock-climbing structure, GameWorks—the joint venture of Sega Enterprises and Universal Studios has something for everyone. There is an entire section devoted to racing, including Indy 500 race cars and you can even race other visitors on Harley-Davidson motorcycles. A full-service restaurant features pizza, steak, ribs, pasta and more, while the Loft features a full-service bar, pool tables and live music.

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Modeled after authentic Venetian gondolas, passengers will feel as if they have truly been transported to Italy. The indoor gondolas journey through the Grand Canal Shoppes on this half-mile ride past architecture inspired by Venice landmarks.

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At the Guggenheim Hermitage Museum, visitors can witness various themes including genre painting, portraiture, landscape and still life. Featured are works from Pablo Picasso, Paul Cezanne, Claude Monet, Edouard Manet and more.

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A unique theater experience with 2-D and 3-D films shown daily. Theater features a
7-story screen and 5-channel sound. Located on the 2nd floor attractions area.

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The Las Vegas Art Museum continues to enrich the Las Vegas community since its original opening in 1950. The expansive exhibit is always new and exciting, and has included collections from "100 Years of Influence: The Women Who Shaped Las Vegas" and "George Hunter: 50-Year Photographic Survey of Canada."

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Located in the NASCAR Café, the 35,000-square foot attraction offers visitors the chance to compete with up to seven other drivers in pursuit of the checkered flag. And with simulators enabling drivers to customize the experience, you may forget that it's a simulation at all.

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From inexpensive food, picnic-style tables, and an extensive arcade, to a Super Fun Slide, a mini-roller coaster and three styles of miniature race cars—the Las Vegas Mini Gran Prix has it all!

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The Las Vegas Natural History Museum houses more than half a dozen unique exhibits featuring everything from the African savannah and Nevada's prehistoric past, to a Marine Life Gallery and interactive exhibits that even allow you to touch coyote fur and smell the scent of a badger.

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Las Vegas Preview Studios provides a unique opportunity to take part in the advertising and product testing of an array of movie trailers, television shows, slot machines and even food.

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As the king of musical extravagance, Liberace pioneered the use of outrageous costumes and flamboyant staging, and now you can experience it firsthand at the Liberace Museum. The main museum houses Liberace's costumes, a selection of home furnishings, gift shop, café and performance hall, while the second building displays his personal cars and pianos.

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Separated from the lions by only one and a half inches of glass, visitors can watch as these captivating creatures eat, sleep, groom and play. Trainers give presentations regularly, and if you’re lucky, you can catch them hand-feeding the lions or participating in some playtime.

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From Elvis Pressley to Julia Roberts, Madame Tussauds renowned wax museum displays more than 100 intricately designed replicas of well-known celebrities from the worlds of film, sports, television and music.

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As one of the largest exhibits of its kind; the Shark Reef at Mandalay Bay houses more than 1,200 species of aquatic life including sharks, exotic fish, sea turtles and more.

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The first floor of the 26,000-square-foot attraction looks like an average gift shop, however each floor gets more exciting as you make your way to the top. The attraction features a 3-D movie theater, a wall of M&M's, and an M&M Racing Team area.

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It's Carnivale every day at the Rio, with the hotel-casino's lavish Masquerade Show in the Sky. The sexy new show, takes visitors on a journey through the world's greatest celebrations with energetic dancers, exotic costumes and plenty of fun.

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The Nevada State Museum and Historical Society offers visitors a glimpse of the complete past of the Silver State. The museum is full of captivating displays, spanning Nevada’s rich history from the ice age to present day.

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Steve Wynn has created the ultimate tribute to the Italian carmaker with the opening of Penske Wynn Ferrari Maserati. The Ferrari-Maserati showroom is Nevada's only factory-authorized Ferrari and Maserati dealership and displays more than one dozen vehicles exceeding prices of $700,000.

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Take a few steps inside the Powerhouse Climbing Center, and you're in climbing territory—in fact, there is 9,000 square feet of actual climbing surface. The center offers equipment rentals and a basic introduction lesson as well as more advanced classes and personal instruction.

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Siegfried and Roy’s Secret Garden is brimming with rare and exotic animals, from white tigers and lions, to a black panther, and an African leopard. The Dolphin Habitat’s 2.5-million-gallon facility is home to eight Atlantic bottlenose dolphins and includes a 22-foot-deep viewing tank, which replicates the dolphins' natural habitat.

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Part muse, part temptress, part pirate, the Sirens of TI battle a band of pirates in Sirens' Cove, located at the front entrance of Treasure Island. The show features music, energy, dance, temptation, danger, excitement, sensuality and seduction on a "stage" the size of four football fields filled with water.

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Electromagnetic force is used to slingshot this state-of-the-art rollercoaster out of its launch site and over its first hill. Reaching speeds of 35 mph around the first curve, the coaster then dives into a corkscrew before plummeting 25 feet below ground through a mist-filled tunnel. And that’s just the beginning!

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Displaying 180 acres of green museums, galleries, botanical gardens and trails, the Springs Preserve offers a whole new perspective on the Las Vegas desert. The Springs Preserve also features a 1,800-seat outdoor amphitheater designed for live musical performances.

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The tallest freestanding observation tower in the United States, this 1,149-foot tower consists of an outdoor deck at the 869-foot level and an indoor deck at the 857-foot level. A bank of elevators transports guests from ground level to pod in 30 seconds, where they can view the city in 360-panorama.

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Overlooking a replica of New York Harbor complete with a tugboat and a 150-foot reproduction of the Statue of Liberty, passenger’s on New York-New York’s rollercoaster race along the track at speeds of up to 67 mph!

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World-renowned artist Richard MacDonald brings his circus statues to Bellagio’s “O” Theatre. MacDonald's gallery features more than 50 bronzed sculptures along with his original sketches, which celebrate the flexibility of dancers and their unique poses.

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In the first exhibition kitchen of its kind in Las Vegas, visitors will watch as award-winning chefs prepare a variety of dishes in the 1,170-square-foot Tuscany Kitchen. Once the demonstration concludes, the food tasting begins!

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This 25,000-square-foot exhibit features numerous items from the Titanic, including luggage, floor tiles, a window frame and an unopened bottle of champagne. In addition, the exhibit features a full-scale re-creation of the Grand Staircase, as well as a newly expanded outer Promenade Deck, and a passenger list from Titanic’s maiden voyage.

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A peaceful waterfall during the day, but by nightfall the Mirage volcano comes to life. The eruption begins with bright orange flames leaping nearly 100 feet above the water, illuminating the sky in every direction.

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Perched atop the observation deck on the Stratosphere Tower, passengers are loaded into an eight-seat car and hoisted high into the air before the track dives at a 30-degree angle. Welcome to a new generation of extreme thrill rides!

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Spanning three acres, the zoo is home to more than 200 species of plants and animals. Recent additions include a female Indo-Chinese tiger and several Canadian river otters, which can be viewed in a 2,700-gallon underwater viewing pond.

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