KYLEPOSTPHOTOGRAPHY / SHUTTERSTOCK . COM coming here to visit the destination is probably the No . 1 thing we would recommend . Once you get here and you are experiencing it firsthand , it opens up your eyes to all the experiences that exist .”
As the city evolves for societal , demographic and technological changes , its potential to inspire a greater pool of visitors grows . Along with the development of the arts , entertainment and sports sectors , other elements , such as outdoor adventuring and family travel , are likely to increase as well . While families are not currently being actively marketed to , Family Travel Association founder Rainer Jenss suggests that Las Vegas can be a fun and smart getaway for families who want to explore the western national parks such as the Grand Canyon , Death Valley , Bryce Canyon and Zion National Parks , all within a five-hour drive from the city . In between these are other great local recreation areas such as Red Rock Canyon and Lake Mead .
“ There isn ’ t one Las Vegas experience , so there isn ’ t just one Las Vegas visitor ,” offers Messina . “ The city has something for everyone at various age groups — from people who want to do a quick getaway to people who are doing life events like weddings , anniversaries and bachelor or bachelorette parties .” And , this is something every advisor can bet on .
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