Las Vegas is located in the US State of Nevada. The city is known for its
nightlife and entertainment. Most of the glitz & glitter of the city
can be easily witnessed along the Las Vegas Strip. Las Vegas is a favourite
holiday destination for those seeking adult entertainment. Apart from its
casinos, also check out some of its iconic landmarks including Fountains of
Bellagio, Paris Las Vegas, Caesars Palace and more. Grab the opportunity to
indulge in shopping at the Grand Canal Shoppes, the Palazzo. Due to the
Mojave Desert in its vicinity, the city observes sunshine throughout the
year.
Things to Do in Las Vegas
The High Roller
The High Roller is situated towards the end of the LINQ Promenade on the
Las Vegas Strip. It is the largest observation wheel in the world and has
28 transparent pods, each with the capacity to hold 40 passengers. The
wheel is 550 feet tall and allow visitors to have the bird's eye view of
the Strip. A trip of the wheel is completed in nearly 30 minutes.
Lake Mead National Recreation Area
Lake Mead National Recreation Area is situated around 30 minutes away from
the Las Vegas Strip. It is the 16th largest manmade lake in the world and
one of the largest manmade lakes in the Western Hemisphere. The lake
features numerous recreational activities from kayaking and jet skiing to
swimming, hiking and wildlife viewing. The Boulder Beach here is a famous
place for activities like paddle boats, swimming, and camping.
Duck Creek Village
Duck Creek Village is a small scenic village. One can reach here after
approximately 3-hours’ drive from the city of Las Vegas. Cabins are
available here on rents. While here, one can enjoy various outdoor
adventures like camping, hiking, & biking. The village has in its
vicinity - Cedar Breaks National Monument and Zion & Bryce Canyon
parks.
Best Time to Fly to Las Vegas
The best time to book cheap flights from San Jose to Las Vegas are the
months from March-May & September-November. It is advised to book SJC
to LAS flights in advance to avoid paying more during peak season.