The Venetian Resort

One of the most elaborate hotel spectacles in town, The Venetian is the ultimate luxury resort experience. The hotel's exterior, which re-creates most of the top landmarks of Venice (the Campanile, a portion of St. Mark's Square, part of the Doge's Palace, a canal or two)is a must-see. Inside, the ceilings are covered with hand-painted re-creations of Venetian art.

The Canyon Ranch Spa Club is run by a branch of arguably the finest getaway spa in America. This is an unbelievably lavish facility, certainly the finest hotel spa in town. From the Bed Head and Bumble & Bumble products on sale in the shop to the nutritionists, physical therapists, and acupuncturists on the staff to the vibrating massage chairs that you rest in during pedicures.

The Grand Canal Shoppes rank with the Caesars Palace shops as an absolute must-see. Like Caesars, the area is a mock Italian village with a blue, cloud-studded, painted sky overhead. But down the middle runs a canal, complete with singing gondoliers.

For more information and rates, visit The Venetian's Web site

Dining at The Venetian:
AquaKnox?
B&B Ristorante?
Bouchon?
Canaletto?
David Burke?
Delmonico Steakhouse?
Pinot Brasserie?
Postrio?
Tao?
Valentino?
Zeffirino?
Canyon Ranch Cafe and Grill?
Enoteca San Marco?
Grand Lux Cafe?
Noodle Asia?
Taqueria Canonita?
The Grill at Valentino?
Trattoria Reggiano?
Tintoretto Bakery?