If it's not the swanky nightclubs, high rolling casinos, world-class shopping or the fabulous hotel pools, it's Las Vegas' spectacular shows. Take a minute and peruse through our top picks:
“O” Cirque du Soleil
Acrobats, synchronized swimmers, divers and actors collaborate in the memorable performance at “O,” a Cirque du Soleil venture. Characters perform in, on and above a 1.5-million-gallon pool in an awe-worthy show that pays tribute to the beauty of theater. This is one that will leave you mesmerized. Playing at Bellagio, www.cirquedusoleil.com.
Phantom, the Las Vegas Spectacular
Everyone knows the story behind “Phantom, the Las Vegas Spectacular.” Here are a few fun facts unique to the dazzling Las Vegas spectacle: The theater built for the show cost $40 million; the chandelier alone has a $5 million price tag and took six months to produce. No surprise there, since there are more than 29,444 individual crystals in the chandelier weighing a total of 2,000 pounds. With such a lavish set, reasons abound to see “Phantom, the Las Vegas Spectacular.” And for those who adore all the drama and the romance that is the story of Phantom of the Opera, this is a show not to miss. Playing at The Venetian Resort-Hotel-Casino, www.phantomlasvegas.com.
Blue Man Group 
If you haven’t experienced the spectacle that is Blue Man Group yet, book your tickets right away. This is one riveting show that will have you moving in your seat, or quite possibly, standing up dancing. The bald and blue men perform a mix of rock music, comedy and entertainment that is unlike anything else on The Strip. You’ll be entertained and want to sing along to their crazy antics. Playing at The Venetian Resort-Hotel-Casino, www.blueman.com.
LeRêve
Only amid the desert that is Las Vegas will you encounter a show played out in a pool of water, and that is “Le Rêve.” The acrobatic act that is similar to a Cirque du Soleil venture (it’s created by Franco Dragone, who was a creative director at Cirque) tells the story of a man and his dreams. Special lighting effects, water scenes, theatric performance and music guide the audience through his journey. Playing at Wynn Las Vegas, wynnlasvegas.com.
Mamma Mia
Seen by over 30 million people worldwide, the musical “Mamma Mia” is a can’t-miss Vegas spectacle. The musical isbased on the songs of ABBA ands been attended by more than two million people at its Vegas show at Mandalay Bay Hotel & Casino. Reminisce with classic tunes like Dancing Queen, Voulez-Vous and Take a Chance on Me. Playing at Mandalay Bay Hotel & Casino, www.mamma-mia.com.
Jersey Boys
