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How did a dusty watering hole in the middle of the desert become a lush and inviting oasis, a Mecca for gamblers and families from all over the world? "Destination: The Strip", takes viewers on a journey beginning with its visionary founders, through the days of mobsters, showgirls, and multimillionaires, to the new hotels and casinos that make Las Vegas the greatest resort destination on earth.
In Part 2, "Stories From the Strip", we get an insider's look at Las Vegas, as seen through the eyes of its famous, colorful, and everyday inhabitants. It seems everyone has a fascinating story to tell: the sexy women who put the sizzle in Sin City; the experts who know the truth behind the myths; the couples taking their marital vows in the new city of lights, and gamblers enjoying their high stakes risks.
In its short history, Las Vegas has succeeded in making quite a globally renown name for itself. These incredible programs not only explore the city's humble beginnings, they also showcase the most popular highlights of current day Vegas. We take a fascinating look at some of its most famous and colorful characters... the gangsters, celebrities and crusaders who have made Las Vegas their home.
Special Features
- Las Vegas was the original 'Sin City', and it is the greatest resort destination in the world. Get an insider's look at Las Vega$. Then and Now!
- These three special programs aired on The Travel Channel
Specifications
- Standard Full Frame
- English
- COLOR & B/W NTSC
- Approx. 135 Min. / Single Layer
- This Disc Is Playable On All REGION 1 NTSC Compatible or Multi-Region / Dezoned DVD Players
DVD Special Features
- Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround Sound!
- DVD contains a special 48-minute bonus program "Thrill Rides Las Vegas Style". Where else but in Las Vegas can you ride a roller coaster high atop a towering hotel? Skydive indoors? Drive 140 MPH in a real racecar? Steer a roller coaster through New York?
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