Nature beckons: The appeal of a Las Vegas vacation extends far past the strip. (Destination: Las Vegas).

Travel Agent, April, 2003 by Weiss, Elizabeth

Exploring natural attractions and outdoor activities when on vacation is becoming increasingly more important to travelers. Ac cording to the 2002 National Leisure Travel Monitor, published by Yankelovich, Pepperdine & Brown and Yankelovich Partners, 51 percent said they enjoy getting exercise while on a leisure vacation, and more than 40 percent said they like to take in a destination's offerings through hiking and outdoor adventure. Although Las Vegas is known more for its glitz and glamour than for its flora and fauna, the city is a terrific base for exploration of a beautiful desert environment, whether on foot, bike or horseback; in its waters; or from the air.

"Outdoor recreation is a big part of the Las Vegas experience for many of our visitors," says...

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