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I’m heading to Vegas in early December to celebrate a friends birthday. I have never had the pleasure before as I never had a reason to go. I will only be there for a few days. I’m flying to LAX on the Tuesday lunchtime and meeting the rest of my group on the Wednesday evening through to Sunday. Where would you recommend to visit in either LA or Vegas? I’m talking places to eat, must visit sightseeing etc. Should I book things in advance or wait until I arrive?