In short, the people who come to Laughlin would rather spend money on gambling than on fancy hotel rooms, and chances are they’re also more than a little phobic about the traffic and parking problems they think they might encounter in Las Vegas. As one hotel marketing person told us, Laughlin really is thought of by many visitors as the Old Las Vegas - the one that was more focused on providing cheap beds and cheap eats, but plenty of opportunities to gamble. Another phrase we heard was the “un-Vegas” that takes visitors back to a simpler time and place that is easier on the pocketbook.

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Are you planning to explore Nevada state parks this year? Perhaps you have in mind an upcoming trip to Las Vegas and want to get away from the hustle and bustle of the busy city for a day or two?

If that’s you, then read on for an overview of the best state parks in Nevada. You’ll also find info on prices, facilities and where to go for more information.

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There are a few things that you should know before planning a trip to Las Vegas. These are the things that you should remember before everything else. The last thing you want is to come to Las Vegas only to realize that you forgot something at home. Let’s get started with the first basic rule when coming to Las Vegas, bring some comfortable walking shoes. This should be a MUST for anyone coming to Las Vegas. Chances are that you will end up spending a lot of time walking on the strip (and probably standing in lines as well) and nothing is worse than having blisters on your feet that will impair your ability to have fun in Las Vegas.

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Lake Tahoe is located along the border of California and Nevada. This large freshwater lake is nestled in the Sierra Nevada mountains and is one of the most beautiful places to visit in the United States. Instead of the normal hotel stay, why not treat your family to a trip they will truly remember with a cabin rental at beautiful Lake Tahoe. Finding the right vacation cabin rental is easier than you think.

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The Las Vegas Hilton is one of the more luxurious offerings on the Vegas Strip. This hotel has a lot to offer its guests by way of luxury and amenities including several packages that are amazingly generous by comparison to most other hotels along the strip. If you aren’t seeing a package that is appealing to you be sure to call and see if you might be able to negotiate a more suitable package.

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