Las Vegas - Day 1

Before setting your money on fire in the casino remember there is an alternative. Go shopping at the Fashion Outlets in Primm, south of Vegas on the California/Nevada state line. Its circular layout is easy on the feet -- you don't have to backtrack -- and the crowds are invariably light. You can leave the high rent district of the Strip to dig through the racks at the Last Call-Neiman Marcus store, Banana Republic or the Williams-Sonoma Outlet. There are two outlet malls right in Vegas as well. Try the Las Vegas Outlet Center on the south end of the Strip or the Las Vegas Premium Outlets downtown.

Within walking distance or a short drive from all major resort hotels, dedicated shoppers will find vast malls displaying a wide range of products to satisfy the appetite of those in search of bargains, eateries, afternoon entertainment, casual and fine attire, domestic and imported merchandise, brand names, fine art, couture creations, diamonds and gold.