Las Vegas NV Moving Companies

Las Vegas, Nevada

Shimmering from the desert haze of Nevada, Las Vegas is the most vibrant and spectacular city on earth. At the start of the twentieth century, the city itself did not even exist, now its home to two million people, and boasts nineteen of the world's 25 largest hotels, whose flamboyant, VIP casinos lure in over 37 million tourists each year. People are attracted to Las Vegas for more than the bright lights and ringing bells. These days, “Sin City” has become more than just a wild weekend getaway; today the city is a place millions of people are moving to every day.

History:
Brigham Young sent a group of Mormon missionaries to the Las Vegas Valley in 1855, but it was not until 1911 that the city was finally incorporated. The building of Hoover Dam in the 1930s drew thousands to work on the large project, temporarily inflating the local population. After a brief stint of tight gambling laws, Nevada legalized gambling in 1931. With the opening of Bugsy Siegel's famous Flamingo Hotel opened in 1946, Las Vegas embarked on the journey to becoming the phenomenon it is today.  Later, Steve Wynn would open Las Vegas' first mega-resort, The Mirage in 1989; heralding the transition from downtown casinos to "The Strip." Today the city is as famous for what is unknown, as it is for what has been written. With Hollywood doing its part in portray the city as a lawless town full of gangsters and hustlers, it is often difficult to separate fact from fiction. What we do know is that the city continues to fascinate visitors, attracting them by the millions from places across the globe.

Economy:
Tourism drives the Las Vegas economy, with over 35 million people visiting the city each year. Though hundreds of miles away, the terrorist attacks of 9-11, had an overwhelming effect on the Las Vegas economy, costing thousands who worked in the entertainment and service industries their jobs in the weeks that followed. The city’s constant population growth means that the housing construction industry is critically important to the city’s economic base. In 2000, more than 20,000 new homes and 25,000 resale homes were purchased; more than a third of Las Vegas homes are only five years old or less. Since, the area has experience continued trouble as the real estate market collapsed. Again, the city is working to correct its mistakes and has taken some encouraging steps toward reviving the city’s once booming housing market. While the entertainment and service industries are the largest employers in Las Vegas, somewhat surprisingly, the city’s single largest employer is the Clark County School District.

Tourism:
Las Vegas is known as the entertainment capital of the world for good reason. Over 40 million tourists visit the city each year, and many find the city too pleasurable to leave. Attractions, shows, bars and lounges make Las Vegas the vibrant place it is today. Every night Las Vegas provides dozens of venues for visitors and residents to dance the night away. Whether you are looking to meet people or enjoy a mellow lounge and an exotic drink, Las Vegas nightclubs offers all the alternatives. Of course, you can do Vegas without visiting its many casinos, nightclubs and restaurants located on the famous “Strip.” The Las Vegas entertainment scene is unlike anything you have ever experienced. Visit the rollercoaster at New York, New York, or be fascinated by the brilliant water show outside at the Bellagio. Wherever you go, there is always the opportunity to test your luck. Have some fun on one of the “penny slots,” or aim big and head over to the high-rollers lounge for some added attention. During the day, cool off at the city’s water park, or head over to UNLV to cheer on the Running Rebels.

Colleges/Universities:

• University of Nevada, Las Vegas
• College of Southern Nevada
• Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts in Las Vegas

Interesting Facts:

• Amount in miles of lighted neon tubing on the Strip and Downtown 15,000.
• Howard Hughes stayed at the Desert Inn for long enough that they eventually asked him to leave. Instead of leaving, he purchased the hotel.
• Over 37.5 million people visit Las Vegas each year.