I thought Las Vegas was a place where only those who are interested in gambling or partying could have a good time but I was proved wrong and in the best way. While casinos seem to be everywhere, there is an array of alternative activities to take part in, including everything from a zip line near the Strip to a short journey to see the Red Rock Canyon. I visited Las Vegas for four nights, flying from Manchester Airport with Virgin Atlantic, and packed in a lot of sightseeing and activities with little down time but I’m so glad I got to explore lots of very interesting and quirky things whilst there.
When I hear something about a place with lots of tourism, visiting myself is the only real way I can decide if I like it so when the opportunity came to fly from to go to Las Vegas with Virgin Atlantic, I knew I had to take it. This trip marked my first time in the States and my first time doing a long-haul flight (Image: Newsquest) Vegas wasn’t high on my to-travel list because of the misconception I previously had but since I love travelling and exploring new places, I was more than up for it and now I’d go back in a heartbeat. I celebrated Virgin Atlantic’s new direct flights from Manchester Airport to Las Vegas which launched in June but it was a double celebration as the airline is marking its 40th year in the aviation industry.
Here’s what I got up to in Vegas and why I’d recommend it. My Las Vegas highlights and why you have to visit Going to the US This trip m.
