The celebration starts outside the casino itself. Two giant, 23-karat gold-leaf court jesters support a ten-ton neon globe emblazoned with Harrah's logo. Strolling entertainers and musicians wander around Carnaval Court, an outdoor retail and entertainment complex that hosts San Francisco's renowned Ghirardelli Chocolate Company, among other concerns. La Playa, the Strip's first indoor/outdoor lounge, bursts with festive activity, giving one of the world's busiest, flashiest thoroughfares a run for its money.

Entering the giant casino, one finds the party in full swing. Fiber-optic fireworks burst from the ceiling in striking patterns of light and color. Star Mexican illusionist Joaquin Ayala and wife Lilia rock Harrah's showroom in "Spellbound '98." Star comedians take the stage of The Improv Tuesdays through Saturdays.

A number of unique dining experiences compete for attention, including the urbane Claudine's, the Oriental tastes of Asia and the Italian pleasures of Andreotti's, among many others. There's even a coffeehouse, Club Cappuccino, that serves espresso and pastries around the clock-the perfect cap to an evening's fiesta.

• Number of rooms: 2,700
• Average room rates: Beginning at $89. Room rates in can fluctuate widely and change without notice.
• Casino size: 103,325 sq. ft. Casino games include Blackjack, Caribbean Stud Poker, Craps, Keno, Let It Ride, Pai Gow Poker, Poker, Roulette, Sportsbook, Slots, Baccarat, and Megabucks.
• Restaurants: Seven Casual restaurants: Asia, Cafe Andreotti, Club Cappuccino, Fresh Market Square Buffet, The Garden Cafe, The Range Steakhouse, Winning Streaks Stadium Cafe.
• Entertainment: La Playa Lounge is the first indoor/outdoor bar. Fantasy beach lounge with a nine screen video wall and live music. In the Spellbound Theater, "Spellbound" starring illusionist Joaquin Ayala. The Improv at Harrahs has two shows nightly and features the hottest acts in comedy. Carnaval Court a lively outdoor piazza has the look and feel of a pier-side street fair.
• Pool: Yes
• Health Club: Yes, you'll find the latest cardiovascular equipment and weight machines at Harrah's state-of-the-art health club. The health club is located within The Spa at Harrah's. The hours are 6 a.m. to 8 p.m., daily.
• Spa: Yes, The Spa at Harrah's is located on the fourth floor of the Carnaval Tower. Full service spa treatments are available from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., daily.
• Shops: Five retail outlets: Carnaval Corner, Art of Gaming, Ghirardelli Chocolate Company, Jackpot, On Stage.
• Wedding Chapel: No
• Convention rooms: Yes, 28,000 square-feet of convention facilities.
• Business Center: Yes
• Handicap accessible rooms: Yes
• Room service: Yes
• Amenities: Carnaval Court entertainment and retail center.

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