Las Vegas is without doubt, the glitziest, wildest, most unbelievable city in the world. But perhaps the most incredible fact about this city is its location - slap bang in the middle of the Nevada desert, surrounded by some of the US's most breathtaking natural scenery.
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So after experiencing some of the most amazing man-made sights, you might be ready to explore some of nature's most wondrous sights as well!
Vegas is encircled by national forests, conservation areas, state parks and wildlife refuges, so whether you go north, south, east or west, you will find something picturesque to feast your eyes on!
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Lake Las Vegas
Just a short drive away from the hustle and bustle of the Vegas 'Strip' is Lake Las Vegas. The resort has a Mediterranean feel to it with quaint cobblestone streets for you to explore, chic boutiques, and bars and restaurants aplenty. So why not spend a few days in Vegas and then relax at beautiful Lake Las Vegas?
Grand Canyon
One of the natural wonders of the world - 277 miles long, up to 18 miles wide in places, and reaching up to a mile deep.
Death Valley
Explore the mudflats and green lakes in Death Valley, taking in the amazing rocky scenery that glows in different rainbow-like hues throughout the day.
Lake Havasu
This 46-mile long lake is a lush oasis in the desert-like surrounds, and you can enjoy a wide range of water sports on its calm, clear waters. The original London Bridge ended up here and to pay homage to its English roots, there's an English Village here complete with pub!
Lake Powell
Created by the Glen Canyon Dam, this giant lake has more miles of shoreline than the entire Pacific coast of the USA. Take walking trails, rent a boat, try water-skiing or relax in the sun.
Phoenix & Scottsdale
A city that embodies the principles of pampering, recreation and relaxation. It has over 200 golf courses, ample spas and wellness resorts. All this, combined with near-perfect temperatures and fabulous natural scenery, make Scottsdale the perfect desert retreat.
Monument Valley
Continue east from the Grand Canyon and you'll hit Monument Valley - a spectacular, colourful desert which you might recognise if you're a Wild West film fan! If you're not, you'll still be impressed by the huge, bizarre-shaped rock formations called buttes and mesas.
Zion National Park
The soaring beauty of Zion is evident in its monumental cliffs, rushing waterfalls and lush green forests, making this a peaceful and spiritual place to be.
Bryce Canyon
This bizarrely beautiful place is not actually a canyon, but the edge of a densely forested plateau covered in hoodoos, which are precarious-looking spires, pinnacles, fins and mazes of red rock. Enjoy the miles of walking trails which wind through these surreal landscapes.