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Overview of Nevada
Nearly everyone in the world has heard of Las Vegas, and hundreds of millions of people have visited the exciting “Entertainment Capital of the World,” enjoying the glittering resort hotels, nightlife, gourmet dining, designer shopping and scenic wonders. But, one might ask, what’s to be found beyond those dazzling city lights, in the rest of the state of Nevada?
Hoover Dam Calmed the Raging Colorado River
From the moment you first see it, you have no doubt that this massive sheet of gray concrete can keep the mighty Colorado River tamed forever.
Las Vegas is a Shopper’s Paradise
Not too long ago, visitors came to Nevada for the casinos, and maybe bought a few souvenirs on their way home. But things have changed in the Silver State, and it is now a shopper’s paradise with everything from high-end couture boutiques to discount outlets and quaint or quirky stores.
Snowy Fun at Lake Tahoe Ski Resorts
There are only a few places in the United States that have truly great skiing, and Nevada is one of those places. Nevada takes great skiing one step further with world-class ski resorts near thriving, bustling cities brimming with nightlife and countless things to do.
Swing for a Birdie on Nevada’s Golf Courses
Nevada has more than 100 golf courses ranging from lush lakefront links to high-desert greens and country club resorts. Most courses are open year-round, thanks to Nevada’s high-desert climate. So with so many choices, narrowing down where you want to go may be harder than sinking that 15-foot putt for a birdie.
Nevada Tourism’s new mobile Web site provides travel information for people ‘on the go’
The Nevada Commission on Tourism (NCOT) has launched a new mobile Web site geared especially for mobile phones and devices that provides instant information about where to stay and what to do in Nevada cities, Lt. Gov. Brian K. Krolicki said today.
Nevadans honored at Rural Roundup for outstanding work promoting rural tourism
Team-spirited Nevadans from across the state who volunteered their time and talent to promote tourism in rural communities were honored Thursday at the Nevada Commission on Tourism’s (NCOT) 19th Annual Rural Roundup conference.
Nevada’s rural tourism industry will gather in Fallon for 19th Annual Rural Roundup Conference
Nevada’s rural tourism industry leaders will gather in Fallon April 1-3 for the Nevada Commission on Tourism’s (NCOT) 19th Annual Rural Roundup conference that explores ways to sustain local economies by attracting more visitors, Lt. Gov. Brian K. Krolicki said today.
Nevada Commission on Tourism selects three candidates to fill director position
The Nevada Commission on Tourism (NCOT) selected three candidates Monday to fill the vacant director’s position and will send the names in a letter to the governor, who makes the final choice.