Las Vegas has always had its finger on America's cultural spectrum, with Elvis and showgirls just one side of the story. From the highbrow to the very kitsch, take a big dive and jump in. Here's how…
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STEP BACK INTO A TIMELESS, GLAMOROUS VEGAS
Glimpse the life of the Las Vegas legend with a look at his extravagant wardrobe, pianos and cars. Learn more
See the birthplace of Las Vegas with museums, galleries, concerts and the Nevada State Museum. Learn more
Get a taste of the bright lights with this collection of classic neon signs from the 1940s to present day. Learn more
Open in 2011, discover the impact of organised crime on the history of Vegas and learn about the legends. Learn more
Elvis fans can get a look at the big man's priceless treasures and artefacts in this one-of-a-kind exhibit at the Imperial Palace Las Vegas. Learn more
Permanent exhibits designed to preserve the city's erotic heritage - from the arty to the not so arty… Learn more
Be wowed at the ARIA Hotel and casino at CityCenter, in this tribute to Presley. Learn more
Feathers, sequins, showgirls and tuxedo-clad dancers - see the multimillion-dollar, over-the-top show that just celebrated 28 years (and features the nightly sinking of the Titanic on stage). Learn more
Opened in 1946 as the world's largest casino, this is the place to be for a feel of the 1950s Vegas heyday. Frank Sinatra starred here, and there are still plenty of cool acts to be seen. Learn more
Liberace and Joan Crawford opened this, the first Vegas high rise, in 1955 and a host of big name entertainers have appeared since. Also known for its topless revue, Crazy Girls, which inspired the statue outside of its showgirls' bronzed behinds. Learn more
To get in a vintage Vegas mood, listen to some music by Rat Pack members such as Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin, and put on a DVD of Viva Las Vegas, the 1964 movie starring Elvis Presley at his most handsome. Or for the Vegas of the '70s and '80s, watch the 1995 blockbuster Casino, starring Robert de Niro, Joe Pesci and the mayor of Las Vegas, Oscar B Goodman. It shows the city's glittering and glam side, along with its mob culture.
3 nights' accommodation at the 3V Tropicana for departures between 17-24 Jan 2011,
from £645pp*.
*Price are on a Room Only basis, and are only applicable for bookings made online at virginholidays.co.uk. Book by 30 October 2010.


