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  Las Vegas is a 24-hour town filled with excitement and considered to be the gateway to the West for casino entertainment. With more than 124,000 hotels rooms, the Strip, as it is called, is a constant hustle and bustle of tourists from all over the world. Home to some of the most famous restaurants, performers and extravagant hotels, Las Vegas never ceases to amaze its visitors. The Venetian Hotel, owned by the Las Vegas Sands Group, has become a mainstay on the strip and continues to flex its casino muscle.
  
  

Venetian Hotel

• Opened in May 1999, the Venetian Hotel has been a signature of class and style from day one. The hotel has 4,059 rooms spread over 1.5 million square feet of space. The casino houses a race and sports book, slot machines and a poker room that is more than 112,000 square feet. The players club for reward points is called "Grazie," and guests can enjoy some of the finest in dining experiences with such cuisines as French, Italian, seafood, Asian and American classics. The hotel is known for its Canyon Ranch Spa, a relaxing salon. If you are into the nightlife, the Venetian offers such hot spots as Tao Nightclub for celebrity watching, the V-Bar and La Scena Lounge. Room service is available 24-7, and the hotel provides customer service around the clock. While at the Venetian, enjoy a ride in the gondola in the man-made river running through the hotel.
  
  The Venetian Resort Hotel Casino
  
  3355 Las Vegas Blvd. South
  
  Las Vegas, NV 89109
  
  702-414-1000
  
  venetian.com
  
  

Palazzo Hotel

• Opened in January 2008, the Palazzo Hotel is the sister property to the Venetian hotel. The hotel has 3,068 total rooms, all suites. The casino houses more than 130 table games, Lagasse's Stadium, which is the race and sports book, and slot machines. Dining options include American steakhouse, French steakhouse, Pan-Asian, Italian and South American. If you are into the nightlife, the Palazzo Hotel offers Lavo Club, the Lounge at Dos Caminos, the Lounge at SushiSamba and the Salute Lounge.
  
  The Palazzo Hotel
  
  3325 Las Vegas Blvd South
  
  Las Vegas, NV 89109
  
  702-607-7777
  
  palazzolasvegas.com/
  
  

Things To Do

• Considering both properties sit side-by-side and are connected by the Las Vegas Sands Convention Center, you can find a wide array of activities offered by both properties. The Grand Canal Shoppes has more than 40 stores with name brands such as Ann Taylor, Kenneth Cole, Godiva and Wolfgang Puck. Shopping is open from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 10 a.m. to midnight on Friday and Saturday. There is also an interactive wax museum on the property.
  
  Each facility has areas to hold weddings and other other receptions. Both properties offer spas and salon treatments to help you release the stress of everyday life. You can catch one of the many variety shows offered by each property. Comedians, musicals and stage performances abound in the theaters and showrooms. For families with children, both hotels are minutes from the Adventure Dome, an indoor facility with rides, games and a carnival atmosphere.