Las Vegas

This Nevada hotspot has been dubbed "Sin City", "America's Playground", and "The Entertainment Capital of the World". Think of Vegas as a theme park rather than a city; it can be awe as well as overwhelming, which is part of its allure. In this city, inhibitions are not tolerated: Every night, the brightly lit Strip of Las Vegas attracts pleasure-seekers like moths to a flame. While you don't want to go so far as to reenact "The Hangover", you also don't want to leave without experiencing a little "Viva Las Vegas".

Today, Las Vegas can offer any type of vacation you can think of. You can go for the classic high-roller experience, complete with all-nighters at the blackjack table or TAO Nightclub. You can also make it all about luxury by visiting hotel spas, upscale boutiques, and gourmet restaurants. Las Vegas is also an excellent starting point for outdoor activities such as ATV tours, hiking in Red Rock Canyon, and helicopter or bus tours to the Hoover Dam. You can even bring the kids: a Cirque du Soleil performance, the Bellagio Fountain show, and the Neon Museum are all fun for kids.