First time to Las Vegas. My wife and I wanted to take a helicopter tour over the Grand Canyon leaving from Las Vegas rather than Boulder as some tours do. We were not interested in a "ranch experience" or other add-ons, just wanted a narrated flight over the Hoover Dam and the Grand Canyon. I researched on TripAdvisor but ended up simply booking through a company called GrandCanyonTourZoom that advertised in one of the free guidebooks. They appear to be a consolidator. Booked the day before our flight. Booking went well, very organized. The actual flight was with HeliUSA . Again, very well organized from booking confirmation to hotel shuttle. We were offered a "free upgrade" to a ranch tour when the tour flight was confirmed, but declined. Cost of the flight was $308 per person including all fees (we also tipped the pilot after the flight, as did another couple).

Helicopter was a 6 passenger A-Star, seating pilot and two passengers in front and four passengers in a single row in rear. Seating is assigned by the pilot, based on weight, with lighter weight at front. Fortunately, for us, my wife was the lightest person on the trip,so she and I were assigned the two front passenger seats. Our view was fantastic. Outside rear passengers probably had a good view, but not sure about inside rear passengers.

The actual flight time was 90 minutes. Circular route so lots to see along the way. Narration by pilot was very good.

Although the cost seems a lot for a single activity, we thought it was reasonable compared to the cost of LV shows. It's always about choices, and for us the helicopter trip was well worth the cost.

I don't drink and I don't gamble, but I had a blast in Vegas. I'm into live entertainment and there is just too many possibilities. I saw Jersey Boys, Cirque du Soleil Love and V the Ultimate entertainment show.
Each show was completely different, but well worth the money. For V, I would suggest getting VIP seats and look for deals on the internet.

Also went shopping at the two main outlets near the strip. Great prices and good variety. The Fashion Mall on the strip is like something you would have in your own home town.

Thinking about going to Vegas? Well stop thinking and get packing! My sister, her husband and my wife & I went to Vegas from October 22nd thru the 25th and had the time of our lives. There is so much to see and do on The Strip that we were busy from sun up to midnight every night. (Mike was up even later!) They gambled while the wife and I went to all the free attractions and attended two shows. LOVE at the Mirage is expensive but worth every nickel. Human Nature at the Imperial Palace was fantastic. Being photo bugs, we filled two card with images; a total of 1150 shots!
You don't have to take that many pictures but you won't stop saying, "Wow, look at that!" One tip though, leave the kids at home. There are too many adult activities taking place on The Strip and Downtown. Viva Las Vegas!

Just returned from a trip to Las Vegas. I have been there numerous times, and I still enjoy it tremendously. I am not a gambler, but there is so much to do and see in Las Vegas aside from gambling. I just love watching the fountains (dancing water shows) at the Bellagio. The fountains seem to dance to music (there is a large variety of songs) every 15 minutes after dark until midnight. The Bellagio also has a Conservatory/Botanical Gardens area just past the check in desk. Every season is brought to life with flowers, plants, trees, bridges, gazebos, and water effects. It is absolutely beautiful! I would also recommend going to the Paris Hotel and going to the top of the Eiffel Tower (just across the street from the Bellagio) and enjoying a view of the Las Vegas strip at night. You can also see the Bellagio fountain shows from the Eiffel Tower as well. The inside of the Paris Hotel is really pretty - looks like Paris in the eating/shopping area. Be sure to go to the Venetian Hotel and ride a gondola in the water canal. It is beautiful inside the Venetian! For a look at all of Las Vegas from approximately 900 ft, you need to go to the top of the Stratosphere Hotel. There are also several rides on top of the Stratosphere. For more roller coasters and amusement rides, visit the Sahara, New York New York, and Circus Circus. When at New York New York, be sure to go to the bridge outside that connects New York New York to the MGM Hotel. From that bridge you get a great view of the Las Vegas strip as well. Don't forget to check out the M & M store (offering 4 floors of merchandise) located just steps from the MGM Hotel. Just off of the strip (behing Bellagio) is the RIO Hotel. It offers "free" shows in which multiple men and women sing and dance. It takes place every hour on the hour from 6pm until midnight Thursday through Sunday in the middle of the casino area. Each show is different and is very entertaining. Don't take a trip to Las Vegas without visiting the downtown casinos. They are located on Freemont street which is covered by a canopy of light bulbs. At night (every hour on the hour until midnight) those bulbs become a light show accompanied by music. It is called the "Freemont Experience, and it is spectacular. If you are into shopping, Las Vegas is the place for you. Across the street from theTreasure Island Hotel (which has a 'free" show out front of the hotel in which pirate ships fight) there is an enormous shopping mall. Ceasar's also offers enough shopping to fill an entire day. The Bellagio and the Venetian offer many upscale shops. For nightly entertainment, Las Vegas offers a huge variety of nightclubs and shows. There is something for every adult in Las Vegas - even if you are not a gambler.