RELOCATION GUIDE - Las Vegas
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RELOCATION GUIDE
Why Las Vegas?
There’s so much more to Vegas than the Strip! Las Vegas and the
surrounding areas, such as Henderson and Summerlin, have opportunities
for anyone who’s looking. The gorgeous desert landscape offers beautiful
weather year-round, which undoubtedly plays a part in the expanding economy.
Business is always booming in the entertainment capital of the world.
Benefits of Living in Las Vegas:
• Very reasonable cost of living
• No state income tax
• Expanding economy & job market
• Beautiful natural landmarks
• Over 40 golf courses
Fun Facts about Living in Las Vegas:
• More than 41 million people visit Las
Vegas every year
• Rated a top 10 place for food in the U.S.
• The strip is not actually within the city
limits of Las Vegas
• Fortune Magazine top 2 rating for best
places for business
• Las Vegas is considered the brightest
spot on Earth
• Over half of the 20 largest hotels in the
world are in Las Vegas
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Newcomer Information
Moving to a new city can be overwhelming when you’re starting to settle in. We’ve put together a brief
directory of information you may be seeking out as you adjust to your new home.
Utilities: Media:
Electricity: Local News Stations:
• NV Energy – https://www.nvenergy.com/ • FOX 5 Las Vegas
• ABC 13 KTNV Las Vegas
Internet/Cable:
• COX – https://www.cox.com/residential/home.html Newspapers:
• Century Link – https://www.centurylink.com/ • Las Vegas Business Press
• DirectTV – https://mediacomcable.com/ • Las Vegas Review Journal
• Dish – https://www.dish.com/ • Las Vegas Sun
Natural Gas: Airports:
• Southwest Gas – https://www.swgas.com/ • McCarran International Airport
5757 Wayne Newton Blvd
Healthcare:
Las Vegas and the surrounding areas offer plenty of • Henderson Executive Airport
options for hospital care. These are just five of many. 1400 Executive Airport Dr
• Sunrise Hospital & Medical Center • North Las Vegas Airport
3186 S Maryland Pkwy, Las Vegas 2730 Airport Dr
• Henderson Hospital DMV:
1050 W Galleria Dr, Henderson • Infoline: (702) 486-4368
• Valley Hospital & Medical Center Full service offices:
620 Shadow Lane, Las Vegas • 8250 W Flamingo, Las Vegas
• 1399 American Pacific, Henderson
• Summerlin Hospital & Medical
657 Town Center, Las Vegas • 2701 E Sahara, Las Vegas
• Boulder City Hospital • 7170 N Decatur, Las Vegas
901 Adams Blvd, Boulder City
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Professional Sports
All of the professional sports teams in Las Vegas are very new to
the city. The NFL team just had their inaugural season in 2020.
Nonetheless, excitement and support for all the teams is
widespread. Las Vegas residents are pleased to finally have a
hometown team to root for!
NHL - Las Vegas Golden Knights
The Golden Knights are a brand new NHL team that had their
first season in 2017-18. During their inaugural season, they made
it to the Stanley Cup Finals.
NFL - Las Vegas Raiders
The Raiders were previously located in Oakland, California and
just made the move to Las Vegas in 2020. The vote from NFL
team owners was nearly unanimous to relocate the team.
Baseball - Las Vegas Aviators
The Las Vegas Aviators are a Minor League Baseball team in the
Pacific Coast League (PCL) and the Triple-A affiliate of the
Oakland Athletics. They are located in Summerlin, Nevada,
a community in Las Vegas. The Aviators play their home games
at Las Vegas Ballpark, a new 10,000-seat facility.
WNBA - Las Vegas Aces
The Aces were also relocated a few times before landing in
Vegas. Originally the Utah Starzz, they switched to the San
Antonio Silver Stars, then just the San Antonio Stars - and then
finally, they became the Las Vegas aces in 2018. The Aces are
owned by MGM Resorts International.
USL - Las Vegas Lights FC
The Las Vegas Lights FC is an expansion team for the United
Soccer League who started playing in 2018. The team was
founded by Brett Lashbrook and his family, Las Vegas residents.
Las Vegas is also home to the NASCAR racetrack Las Vegas
Motor Speedway and the Orleans arena!
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Education in Las Vegas
Public Education
The Clark County School District is the fifth largest school district in the country. The district’s mission is to
ensure “all students progress in school and graduate prepared to succeed and contribute in a global diverse
society”. Their schools offer a variety of nationally recognized programs and open enrollment offerings.
The Clark County School District website offers an interactive tool to locate your child’s potential school.
Please visit the website below and simply enter your residence address to locate the proper schools.
http://www.ccsd.net/schools/zoning/search/.
For a complete list of schools, please visit the CCSD website at www.ccsd.edu.
Private & Charter Schools
There are over 100 private schools in Las Vegas and the
surrounding areas. The average tuition is just under $9,000.
Charter schools are also plentiful and offer unique
opportunities for students. Some charter schools charge
tuition but most are free.
For more information about charter schools in the area,
please visit https://www.nevadacharters.info/.
For more information about education options and to learn about your school options visit
https://education.azgovernor.gov/
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National Parks & Recreation
Las Vegas offers ideal weather for outdoor activities throughout the majority of the year. There are countless
national landmarks to explore and admire. From hiking trails to lakes surrounded by mountains, you will never
be bored exploring great outdoors in Nevada.
Listed below are names of some National Parks and recreation areas that are located around the state.
• Lake Mead National Recreation Area • Mt. Charleston
• Death Valley National Park • Red Rock National
• Great Basin National Park Conservation Area
• Hoover Dam • Valley of Fire
Lake Mead offers tons of water sports and swimming opportunities,
and Red Rock Canyon has over 30 miles of hiking trails!
Las Vegas also has over 40 beautiful golf courses. The Shadow
Creek Golf Course was ranked as the 17th best course to play in the
country by Golf.com! You can even golf right on the Strip at Bali Hai
Golf Club or at the Wynn Las Vegas Casino.
For all things golf, visit: http://www.lasvegasgolf.com/courses/
Additionally there are countless indoor activities, shopping, and events happening all times of the year
in Las Vegas. There truly is something to always do in Las Vegas.
RECREATION CENTERS
Las Vegas and each of the municipal cities around have senior centers, community centers, parks, dog parks,
and sports complexes that are available for public use and enjoyment. The websites below will direct
City of Las Vegas: www.lasvegasnevada.gov
Henderson https://www.cityofhenderson.com/parks-and-recreation/
North Las Vegas http://www.cityofnorthlasvegas.com
Boulder City www.bcnv.org/237/Parks-Recreation
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Culture
Entertainment and tourism are at the heart of Las Vegas culture, but
there’s much more to it than flashy lights. The arts are highly
appreciated in Vegas - The Downtown Arts District hosts countless
galleries and events, including the Las Vegas Film Festival. There are also
several museums throughout the city.
Top 5 Museums:
1. The Neon Museum
2. The Mob Museum
3. DISCOVERY Children’s Museum
4. Las Vegas Natural History Museum
5. Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art
Performance and visual arts are an essential part of culture in Las Vegas.
Creativity is infinite in a city as lively as Las Vegas. The area offers a
variety of art museums for the public to enjoy as well.
Top 5 Art Exhibits:
1. Barrick Museum
2. Centerpiece Gallery
3. Contemporary Arts Center
4. Lou Ruvo Center
5. Big Springs Gallery
If you’re vacationing in Vegas, choosing the hotel, resort and / or casino
to stay at can be super overwhelming. Las Vegas is home to some of the
best hotels and casinos in the world, so no matter where you stay, you
won’t be disappointed.
Top 5 Hotels in Las Vegas:
1. Wynn Las Vegas
2. Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas
3. The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas
4. Bellagio Resort & Casino
5. ARIA Resort & Casino
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Best things to do…..
Las Vegas definitely lives up to its name of entertainment capital of the world - you will never run out of
activities to do and things to see. To make it easier for you, we’ve compiled a list of the best of the best for you
to explore in Vegas.
Top 5 Activities for Families: Top 5 Activities for Couples:
1. Siegfried & Roy’s Secret Garden & Dolphin Habitat 1. Fountains of Bellagio
2. Ethel M Chocolate Factory & Botanical Cactus Garden 2. Helicopter Tour
3. High Roller Observation Ferris Wheel 3. Vegas Balloon Rides
4. Excalibur’s Tournament of Kings 4. Gondola Ride at the Venetian
6. Hershey’s Chocolate World 5. Horseback Riding at Red Rock Canyon
Top 5 Activities for Young Children: Top 5 Activities for Seniors:
1. Shark Reef Aquarium 1. Dancing Class
2. Children’s Park – Town Center Mall 2. Join a Senior Center / Community
3. M&M’s Store 3. The National Atomic Testing Museum
4. Fremont Street Experience 4. Golfing
5. Blue Man Group 5. Country Fresh Farmers Market
Top 5 Activities for Singles: Top 5 International Grocery Stores:
1. Hard Rock Hotel 1. Laos Asia Market
2. Voodoo Lounge 2. International Marketplace
3. Encore Beach Club 3. India Market & Cafe
4. High Roller Happy Half Hour 4. Euro Delicacies
5. The Golden Tiki 5. Eastern Market
Top 5 Unique Locations:
1. Titanic: The Expedition
2. Seven Magic Mountains
3. Graceland Chapel with Elvis
4. Gambling at a Casino
5. Cirque du Soleil
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Contact us to find the
right home for you
8555.726.726
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Las Vegas is a thriving city with endless opportunities for personal enjoyment and professional
success. The city of Las Vegas and the surrounding areas offer beautiful housing options for affordable
prices. Nevada is one of the seven states with no income tax which saves a lot of money. Gorgeous
mountains, deep blue lakes, and canyons are all around the state to explore in temperate, dry weather
for the majority of the year. The Strip will always be there with casinos, restaurants, and even
amusement parks - but it’s really a growing city with great opportunities for business.
Now that you’ve gotten a glimpse of what it’s like to live in Las Vegas, the next step is finding a place
to call home.
Connect with the Snowbird Nation team at 1-8555-SBN-SBN (726-726) to make your real estate dreams
take flight.
info@snowbirdnation.us
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