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The clacking of clay chips and swish of cards may have been what the former gaming capital of the U.S. was known for, but those neon lights have dialed down the brightness to let the many other attractions of Reno have their day in the desert sun. There's a long list of adventures to be had in the great outdoors of Reno, with jump-off points all the way from the banks of the Truckee River to the snow-capped peaks of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. Ski, bike, or hike down these dramatic crests, or climb up their rock faces for a change of pace. Head from the hills down to the water for the Reno River Festival, where the best kayakers in the world gather for whitewater, music, and more. Or look to the skies each fall, when 150,000 spectators head out to Rancho San Rafael Regional Park for the Great Reno Balloon Race, a three-day event that brings you right back to Truckee Meadows. And let's not forget, a trip to the beach is just a short ride away to neighboring Lake Tahoe. Of course, the sun does have to set—and when that happens, "The Biggest Little City in the World" shows that it hasn't changed its stripes by too much. A leisurely stroll down the River Walk will lead you to where food and art takes over CalAve, and the decks of the lounges downtown provide great views of the iconic Reno Arch. Get right to dancing in Vegas-style clubs without the Vegas-style lines, or get down to earth in an Old West saloon. Just by visiting Reno, you'll already have hit the jackpot. RENO 445 651 650 80 80 BUS 395 BUS 395 395 395 4th St. Virginia St. Plumb Ln. Glendale Ave. Peckham Ln. 7th St. 8th St. Pyuramid Way Kietzke Ln. Plumas Ave. Arlington Ave. S. McCarran Blvd. Oddie Blvd. N . M c Carran Bl vd . Mulberry D r . Sky l i n e Blvd. Longle y L n. Ro ck Blvd . G r e g St. Nort- S o ut h Fwy. Reno-Tahoe International Airport R E N O S PA R K S T r u c k e e R . 0 1 mile 0 1 km CONCIERGE TOWER AT ATLANTIS CASINO RESORT SPA O O O O H It's always better at the top. Leave nothing to chance in the exclusive Concierge Tower rooms. Your journey to the top begins with VIP check-in and a private glass-enclosed elevator ride. These one-of-a-kind accommodations feature custom furnishings, unparalleled amenities, and access to the private Concierge Lounge where you can take advantage of a complimentary continental breakfast and afternoon hors d'oeuvres and cocktails. Admire the dramatic views of the surrounding mountains and city through the soaring floor-to-ceiling windows. In-room technology allows you to connect your laptop to the 42" HD flat screen TV, along with a Bose Wave Radio ® with iPod ® docking station. Atlantis loves to cater to your every need; butler service is available upon request. 1 6 4 5 7 8 1 2 3 Reno 73 THE TUSCANY TOWER AT THE PEPPERMILL RESORT SPA CASINO O O O O H The Tuscany Tower is the centerpiece of a $400 million Tuscan-themed expansion. This all-suite tower combines old world splendor with contemporary amenities to create an unforgettable experience. Hand- painted Italian art and private foyers provide an elegant and personal space. Each Tuscany suite offers a 42-inch LCD high-definition TV, a spacious and elegant marble bathroom, and other luxuries. PEPPERMILL RESORT SPA CASINO O O O H One of Reno's only AAA Four Diamond resorts, the Peppermill Resort Spa Casino boasts 1,623 well appointed guestrooms and suites, a 33,000 square-foot world-class spa with 24 treatment rooms; ten award-winning restaurants; a state-of-the art fitness center; year-round swimming pool complex; 16 themed bars and lounges; free live entertainment; and dancing until the wee hours in the hot nightspot, EDGE. 2 3

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