There are off-the-beaten-path vacationers, and heart-of-the-action vacationers. If you’re among the latter, thriving on glitz and glamour, Polo Towers by Diamond Resorts is just your style. With a prime perch along the Strip, there’s flashing neon as far as the eye can see. Casinos, live shows and unforgettable dining experiences beckon, and succumb, you must. The sophisticated rooftop pool area is a haven of relaxation. So if the bleep-bleeping of the slots has you needing some peace and quiet, you’ll know right where to go. Book a few spa treatments, making the most of your “I’m on vacation” excuse for overindulging with no regrets. Brought the family along? There’s a splash park area to keep the little ones happy. House perks include fitness center access, BBQ area, complimentary valet service, parking and scheduled shuttles to popular venues (so venture out as often as you like – the must-see list here is second to none).

The central proximity to all things Vegas makes it easy to head back to your spacious vacation suite to drop shopping bags, stock up on groceries at the onsite mini mart or get spiffy for a night on the town. Vegas is an incredible place for eats, so the fully equipped kitchen may be somewhat irrelevant (especially considering you may snooze right through breakfast). But if you are planning to do some show cooking yourself, both the one- and two-bedroom suites have a fully equipped kitchen. Balcony views are at their peak at night when the Strip shines brightest. Gather with drinks and watch each others’ faces glow every possible shade of reflected neon, then vote on your favorites. Exhausted from a few too many late nights? Room service and DVD rentals make the ideal “recovery night” combo. You’ll be back at it in no time.

The concierge is a human Wikipedia of all things Vegas and can point you to the Mirage volcano, Venetian gondolas, Bellagio fountains, MGM lions, Madalay Bay shark reef, Planet Hollywood and much more. Already been there, done that? Ask about Jeep tours, bike and jet ski rentals, horseback riding, championship golf, tennis and “pro” shopping venues. And be sure to get dinner reservations somewhere brag-worthy.