He envisioned a casino that was much more than a casino, the Mirage was to be a resort and entertainment mecca. Originally considered a huge gamble, the Mirage turned out to be a huge success. Today, the Mirage is one of the nicest casinos in the world and one of our editor's favorite spots in Las Vegas. One can't miss the Mirage on the strip. One will hear occasional rumbles from the volcano before it blows, and when it erupts water and flames are shot 100-feet in the air.
Flames roll down the volcano and into the lagoon, making an impressive show.
Inside the casino it doesn't get less impressive. You'll feel like you walked into a tropical rainforest. There are banana trees, palms, and waterfalls inside a gorgeous 90-foot atruim. The adjacent lobby is one of the prettiest in Vegas. The main attraction of the lobby is a 20,000-gallon aquarium that simulates a coral reef.