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If you think all the action in Vegas is confined to Las Vegas Boulevard, think again. The emerging community of Summerlin, twelve miles west of downtown Las Vegas, offers visitors the perfect balance of natural beauty and Vegas sophistication, and soon, it will welcome the element Las Vegas Summerlin as well. element By Westin is a new kind of hotel, with everything you need to be at your very best, including a full kitchen in your guest room, healthy food choices, bright and open multi-purpose public spaces, and a state-of-the-art fitness center and pool. And you'll want to be at your best when you explore Summerlin, because it's truly a paradise for outdoorsy types who don't want to give up life's little luxuries. Start off with a visit to Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area, an 800-square-kilometer park that's teeming with desert wildflowers, gorgeous red rocks, and plenty of native wildlife. If it's not too hot, grab a sun hat and a water bottle and hit the hiking trails for a close-up look at some of Nevada's most spectacular flora and fauna. Or, if you prefer to see the sights from the comfort of your car, a 21-kilometer, one-way loop winds through the park's most beautiful canyons and valleys. When it's time for some indoor entertainment, roll the dice at the nearby Red Rock Casino and see if lady luck is on your side. Whether she is or not, you'll sleep easy on your Westin Heavenly Bed and wake up with plenty of energy to continue your exploration of this fascinating new Las Vegas community. The element Las Vegas Summerlin is slated to open on December 15, 2008.