Ve g a s Las Vegas has a double allure in that it’s a place to do business and a place to play. There are ample venues for both, and that makes it a destination point of double merit. Trump International Hotel & Tower has added elegance to the city, and it’s a wonderful place to stay—a bit of an oasis in the midst of all the casino hotels. Las Vegas offers a lot to a big cross section of society, and that’s one reason I think it has lasted so long as a city and playground. When I visit Las Vegas, I find it energizing as well as amazing. There’s always something new there, and it’s usually surprising. The shows and performers have been elevated to a level that rivals Broadway, and the technology is incredible. There’s nothing mundane about Las Vegas, and I see it continuing to be that way. Historically, Las Vegas had a checkered past, but it has come out being a very viable outlet for business and entertainment. It may have seemed like a ridiculous idea when Bugsy Siegel first envisioned this city in the desert, but time has proven his idea wasn’t so crazy after all. I’m a New Yorker, but I enjoy my visits to Las Vegas. The city adds to the landscape of this country in a very colorful way. As a golfer, Las Vegas has some excellent courses and they are well maintained. Palm Springs may have the edge on this subject, but that golf is available is a big plus for a vacation Mecca. There truly is something for everyone in Las Vegas, whether you’re a businessman, an entertainer or a visitor. The allure is definitely there.
Donald J. Trump
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