Las Vegas is known for its elaborate entertainment as much as for gambling. Visitors have their pick of being entertained by some of the biggest stars in the business - Celine Dion, Julio Iglesias, Liza Minnelli, Wayne Newton, illusionists Penn and Teller and a collection of lesser known entertainers among whom may be the next rising star.
Hotels and Casinos: The 3044-room Mirage Hotel-Casino displays a man-made volcano. Nearby, the Treasure Island features Buccaneer Bay with a full-scale pirate ship and British frigate engaged in battle.

The MGM Grand Hotel and Theme Park is the largest resort hotel in the world. New York, New York duplicates the Big Apple’s skyline, while the Las Vegas Hilton Hotel and Casino offers an interactive Star Trek experience with virtual reality stations, a themed bar and Star Trek memorabilia. There is also The Excalibur, with 4008 rooms, built in the style of a medieval castle, and the Egyptian-themed Luxor, a full-scale pyramid watched over by a sphinx. The US$2.7 billion Wynn Las Vegas opened its doors in 2005.