Summary:
A comparison between the glitz, glamour, and "big city lights" of Las Vegas and the small-town, relaxing atmosphere of Laughlin, Nevada. Both southern Nevada communities have something to offer everyone; while Las Vegas has been a well-known desert oasis, with oversized hotels and dozens of popular casinos, Laughlin can be just as enticing.
Popular Southern Nevada Getaways
Although many Arizona vacationers find their way to Las Vegas, Laughlin, Nevada offers travelers many of the same amenities with less hustle and bustle. Over the past few decades, Las Vegas has become a hot-bed for the gambling and nightlife scene of West coast vacationers. With Nevada's proximity to Arizona, many of us are unaware of the fact that Laughlin, Nevada can offer travelers just what they are looking for, with a small town appearance. Although Las Vegas has been a well known desert oasis, with over-sized hotels and dozens of popular casinos, Laughlin can be just as enticing.
Laughlin is strategically located along the Colorado River, and gives guests the opportunity to, not only take part in the typical gambling and casino activities but also offers jet skis, boating and other fantastic water fun. With a much more "laid back" atmosphere, Laughlin is an incredible family getaway. With the extremely energetic 20-something's invading the Las Vegas strip almost nightly, showing off their newest trendy garb, anticipating a wild and crazy Las Vegas experience; it can leave a bad impression on those travelers not interested in these activities. Monday through Thursday, Las Vegas swiftly becomes a bit more "child friendly" atmosphere, but on the weekend, every hotel and casino promptly fills up with bachelor and bachelorette parties and college students looking to enjoy the wild and crazy party scene of "The Strip."
On the contrary; the Laughlin experience is a much more relaxed, quiet and personal getaway. With an easy three hour drive from the Phoenix area, Laughlin can be a wonderful escape from reality. There are plenty of great hotels and restaurants to choose from, and many of the same activities found in Las Vegas are also available in Laughlin. There are plenty of professionally manicured golf courses and miles of walking and biking trails for the outdoor sports enthusiast. For those of us that would rather stay indoors, Laughlin offers a great walking mall, movie theater and bowling center, along with spacious casinos with all the same great slot machines and poker tables. There are also many different, wonderful dinner options found in Laughlin. Although, there are not as many buffet's available, as there are in Las Vegas, the few that are offered are fantastic. Travelers can also find themselves aboard a dinner cruise aboard a large paddle-wheeled steamship boat. The boat will take it's patrons on a slow tour down the mighty Colorado River. With a scenic view of the Laughlin skyline and a beautiful sunset; this dinner cruise has become a well known romantic evening. With the far less crowded streets, casinos, hotels and restaurants, Laughlin can be a very relaxing and enjoyable getaway.
Las Vegas, on the other hand, brings you as much of the glitz and glamour any traveler can stand. If you are ready to "paint the town", Las Vegas is the place for you. Commonly known as "Sin City", Las Vegas never sleeps. There is never a dull moment along Las Vegas Boulevard. Everything a vacationer would ever dream of doing can be done here, or within walking distance. You can purchase helicopter tours of the Grand Canyon; rent a Harley-Davidson motorcycle; skydive and rent a jet ski, all within one block. For those travelers looking for the night-life, "Sin City" is the hub of entertainment. With dozens of shows and concerts within the casinos nightly, and the availability of all types of Nightclubs just a short cab ride away, sleepless nights and groggy mornings are very popular among visitors. With more than a few Wedding Chapels within the city limits, Las Vegas is also a well-known destination for newlyweds. There are not many destinations that young couples can say there "I Do's" in front of Elvis Presley, and instantly be on there Honeymoon, for a relatively cheap price.
So as you can see, Southern Nevada has something to offer everyone. Whether you are looking for the "big city lights" vacation, or just want to relax, and have a leisurely trip, you can find everything here. While you sit home, planning your next weekend excursion, remember that you can visit Laughlin for a cheap, tranquil casino experience, or you can book your glamorous, restless Las Vegas vacation. Although Laughlin and Las Vegas share many similarities, always remember there is a reason someone coined the phrase, "What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas!"
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