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Highlights
General information
Located at the scenic hub of four western states, Las Vegas is nestled in a desert valley surrounded by eight mountain ranges. Founded by gold miners, the city quickly became a place of fantasy and extravagance. This vibrant character has made Las Vegas one of the world's most popular destinations for business and pleasure.
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Public Holidays
| *Christmas Day | December 25, 2011 | |
| *New Year's Day | January 1, 2012 | |
| Martin Luther King, Jr. Day | January 16, 2012 | |
| Presidents' Day | February 20, 2012 | |
| Memorial Day | May 28, 2012 | |
| Independence Day | July 4, 2012 | |
| Labour Day | September 3, 2012 | |
| Columbus Day | October 8, 2012 | |
| *Veterans Day | November 11, 2012 | |
| Thanksgiving Day | November 22, 2012 | |
| Christmas Day | December 25, 2012 | |
| *Holidays falling on Saturday or Sunday are taken on the following Monday. | ||
Seasonal Highlights
Winter
- Snowbird escape
- Skiing at Mount Charleston, just one hour from the Las Vegas Strip
Spring
- The desert is in full bloom and hiking is at its best. Red Rock Canyon is just 30 minutes away with numerous trails for hiking and biking.
Summer
- Ideal time of year to explore Lake Mead by boat, canoe or kayak.
- River rafting down the Colorado River below Hoover Dam is an outing you will never forget.
Fall
- Great temperatures - clear skies - ideal for golfing on one of 35 area golf courses.
- Nevada Day – Celebrate Nevada's inception to the union as the 36th state on October 31, 1864.
Whether you need to know local public holidays or highlights through the seasons, we hope you will find the facts gathered below useful tools for your travel planning.
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Quick Reference
Time zone
GMT -8 hours
Pacific Standard Time
Language(s) spoken
English
Electrical system
Local voltage is 110 to 120 volts AC. Adapters available; please request through the Concierge.
Shopping hours
Lamont's Gift Shop
Sunday to Thursday 7:00 am to 11:00 pm
Saturday 7:00 am to 12:00 midnight
Shops at Mandalay Bay
Daily 10:00 am to 10:00 pm
Working hours
Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
