Loews Lake Las Vegas Resort

Discover a world of relaxation and recreation along 10 miles of shoreline. The 320-acre lake offers great escapes for fishing, sailing, kayaking, and swimming. Around the lake and in the desert hills are miles of trails for walking, hiking and biking. Two great golf courses meander around the village, lakes, hotels and home sites. For more information, call (877) LLV-LAKE or visit www.lakelasvegas.com.

Tee off on pristine greens and rolling fairways at Reflection Bay Golf Club. Designed by Jack Nicklaus, this 7,261-yard, par-72 award-winning course makes its way through the desert while providing breathtaking views of Lake Las Vegas. For reservations, call (877) 698-4653.

A masterpiece designed by Tom Weiskopf, this 7,250-yard, par-72 course challenges golfers with terrain that varies from the mountainous landscape to the desert floor, creating elevation changes ranging from subtle on the front nine to dramatic on the back nine. For reservations, call (877) 698-4653.

A "piccolo" community inspired by the beauty of century-old villages. Wander through the quaint cobblestone streets, piazzas, waterfront restaurants, lakeside boat docks, and specialty boutiques of this Italian lakeside village. Don't miss the 40,000-square-foot European-themed Casino MonteLago and Spa Vita di Lago. For more information, call (702) 564-4766.

From the picturesque waterfront dock of MonteLago Village, sleek Italian gondolas await to glide away to a world of romance and beauty. Enjoy a delicious meal, sip champagne and catch a glimpse of celebrity homes, including Céline Dion, on beautiful Lake Las Vegas. For more information, call (877) 4-GONDOLA.

Let your spirit soar aboard a helicopter tour. Choose a tour of Lake Mead, the Grand Canyon, Hoover Dam, the Las Vegas Strip at night or a picnic quest along the shores of the Colorado River. For more information, call (800) 653-1881 or visit www.helicoptour.com.

Discover the diverse population of bass, trout, bluegill, bonefish and sunfish with an exciting afternoon of fly fishing. Family and corporate fly-fishing programs as well as weekend lessons are available. For more information, call Outdoor Source at (702) 499-8921.

Enjoy the serenity of the lake aboard a variety of watercrafts, including electra-crafts, kayaks, and sailboats from the Lake Las Vegas Marina. For more information, call (702) 568-6024.

World-famous fountains that speak to your heart with opera, classical and whimsical music, and carefully choreographed movements. You'll be swept away by this breathtaking union of water, music and light. For more information, visit www.bellagio.com.

At the top of each hour, from 7pm to midnight, the earth shakes and flames shoot into the night sky. Smoke and fire spray 100 feet above the waters below, transforming a tranquil waterfall into spectacular streams of molten lava. For more information, visit www.mirage.com.

3300 Las Vegas Blvd. South, (702) 894-7111
The Sirens of Treasure Island begin with a 17th century clash between beautiful, tempting sirens and a band of renegade pirates. With their mesmerizing and powerful song, the Sirens lure the pirates to their cove, stir up a tempest strong enough to sink a ship, and transform Sirens' Cove into a 21st century party.

425 Fremont Street, (702) 678-5600
With the groundbreaking technology of the sound and light show alongside some of Vegas' oldest and best-known neon signs (Glitter Gulch's Vegas Vickie and the equally recognizable Vegas Vic), the spirit of Las Vegas is truly represented. Positioned 90 feet above Fremont Street, the attraction stretches 1,400 feet and consists of 12.5 million synchronized LED modules, including 180 strobes and eight robotic mirrors per block.

3799 Las Vegas Blvd. South, (702) 891-1111
One look at the lion habitat and you'll be hooked. The majestic cats command adoration whether they're chasing a large ball, licking their immense paws or just lyin' around.

3400 Las Vegas Blvd. South, (702) 791-7111
Siegfried & Roy's famous white tigers live in luxury at the Mirage. The sparkling, multimillion-dollar habitat offers visitors a front-row view of the majestic animals.

3950 Las Vegas Blvd. South, (877) 632-7800 or (702) 632-7777
Explore the deep blue world of Shark Reef, home to more than 2,000 of the world's most fascinating creatures, including 15 different species of sharks, tropical and freshwater fish, reptiles, endangered green sea turtles, rare golden crocodiles, and many more.

3400 Las Vegas Blvd. South, (702) 792-7889
Discover an exotic, enchanting and wondrous world filled with adventure at The Mirage. Admire some of the world's rarest and most exotic animals. The Dolphin Habitat features adult bottlenose dolphins, which live in a special marine facility that contains more than 1 million gallons of man-made sea water.

2880 Las Vegas Blvd. South, (866) 456-8894 or (702) 794-3939
Embrace your inner lunatic with a trip to America's largest indoor theme park encased beneath a 5 ½ acre glass dome. A thrill-seeker's delight.

3785 Las Vegas Blvd. South Suite 10, (702) 432-4263
Step into the new video playground created by Steven Spielberg and a host of his colleagues and prepare to be transported into a world inspired by the mystique of Area 51. It's the high-tech wizardry of the Information Superhighway mixed with the glamour of the Las Vegas Strip.

The 16th largest man-made lake in the world, and the largest man-made lake in the Western Hemisphere, offers year-round recreation from boating and swimming, to hiking and wildlife viewing. The park is home to thousands of desert plants and animals adapted to survive in a climate with high temperatures and little rain. For more information, call (702) 293-8990.

Named one of the Top 10 Construction Achievements of the 20th Century, Hoover Dam continues to draw crowds more than 70 years after its creation. Located just outside Lake Las Vegas, this national historic landmark is the highest concrete dam in the Western Hemisphere, standing at more than 725 feet above the Colorado River. For more information about tours, call (866) 730-9097 or (702) 494-2517.

Admire the scenic views of the 3,000-foot-high red rock formations, along with the unique plant and animal life as you drive, hike or picnic in the Red Rock Canyon.

An hour away from the hustle and bustle of the Las Vegas Strip is clean air, spectacular views, and the serenity of the mountains. Located in the Toiyabe National Forest, this 12,000-foot-high mountain offers a number of recreational activities, including picnicking, camping, hiking and skiing.

The Valley of Fire is Nevada's oldest state park, named after the red sandstone rocks 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. For more information, call (702) 397-2088.

Highway 159, Blue Diamond, (702) 875-4141
Beneath the colorful cliffs and magnificent Wilson Range you'll find the Spring Mountain Ranch State Park. Once owned by Howard Hughes, it's the perfect place to enjoy an afternoon picnic or an outdoor summer play.

Discover one of the natural wonders of the world. Measuring one mile deep and about 280 miles long, the canyon offers spectacular views. Explore the roads, hike along the winding paths or venture through the rapids of the Colorado River. For more information, call (928) 638-7888.

Originally known as Tule Springs, this tree-shaded park offers four small fishing lakes, picnic areas, barbecues, scenic paths, and volleyball and horseshoe facilities across 2,040 acres. For more information, call (702) 486-5413.

U.S. 95 & Nevada Route 267, Death Valley, (760) 786-3200
The hottest, the driest, the lowest. Characterized by streaming sand dunes, snow-capped mountains and 3 million acres of stone wilderness, Death Valley is home to the most unique plants and animals. Only the strongest survive in these harsh conditions.

Nevada is home to about 300 hot springs, including:

• Ash Springs - Soak up the sun and enjoy the 85-degree water with the sounds of the spring spilling into the shallow pond. Located just off U.S. Route 93 north of Las Vegas.
• Hot Creek Springs - Enjoy the seclusion of this hot spring located just off State Route 318. Sit back and admire the amazing views of the nearby mountains.

Closer to Las Vegas, several hot springs are located near Lake Mead, including Roger's Springs just off the North Shore Road between Echo Bay and Overton.