The French villa is being remodeled. You're tired of Beverly Hills. And the vacation home in Martha's Vineyard can be so dull. So you've come to Vegas for a little vacation and expect to be treated like royalty? Well, with our help, you'll get nothing but the best.

Q: First things first, I need to shop.

A: When only the best will do, visit the Forum Shops or the Grand Canal Shoppes for stores such as Gucci, Armani, Jimmy Choo, Judith Leiber and Burberry. Fashion Show mall is a must if you're looking for Talulah G. or Louis Vuitton. Neiman Marcus and Saks Fifth Avenue also can be found there, and if you're too jetlagged to do the shopping yourself, they even offer personal shopping services. And for the absolute crème de la crème, stop by Via Bellagio, home to Tiffany & Co., Fred Leighton, Prada and Hermès, or Wynn Esplanade, which features Manolo Blahnik, Cartier, Jean Paul Gaultier, Oscar de la Renta and Louis Vuitton. And last but certainly not least, you can visit Barney's New York at the Shoppes at the Palazzo.

Q: I'm exhausted from shopping and desperately need a spa. Which one is the best in town?

A: My sources tell me that Canyon Ranch at the Venetian has to be seen to be believed. WET - The Spa at TI offers signature evening services that will soothe your senses before you drift away to dreamland. Other fabulous spa getaways include Spa Mandalay,Spa Vita di Lago at the Ritz-Carlton, Lake Las Vegas and the Spa Moulay at the Loews Lake Las Vegas Resort.

Q: Where should we stay? Money is no object.

A:Bellagio and Four Seasons have continuously set the standard in beauty, luxury and guest satisfaction. Venezia, the tower at the Venetian, has some of the most extravagant suites in town, and we can hook you up with a good deal.Wynn Las Vegas has set a new example of fine living. If you're willing to trade the fast-paced feel of the Strip for something a little more laid back, Loews Lake Las Vegas Resort or Ritz-Carlton, Lake Las Vegas would suit you perfectly.

Q: I'm famished and need world-class cuisine pronto! Where should I go?

A: If world-class cuisine is what you are looking for, you've come to the right place. Home to a number of top chefs in the world, Vegas offers some of the best in fine dining. The finest gourmet evening has to be Joël Robuchon at The Mansion at MGM Grand. For award-winning French cuisine, try Picasso or Le Cirque. For the ultimate French cuisine experience, be sure to make reservations for Guy Savoy far in advance. Another notable restaurant specializing in French fare is Fleur de Lys. The restaurant boasts a wall centerpiece containing 3,000 pink roses that is almost as spectacular as the food. One of only five in the world, Nobu at the Hard Rock is the place to go for sushi. If you're interested in dining on seafood, I've heard that for the right price, you can rent out AquaKnox for the night. And for Italian food, you can never go wrong with Postrio or Spago.

Q: What shows should I see?

A: Vegas is known for its wide variety of entertainment and perhaps the most popular production show is "O" at Bellagio. A cast of 81 swimmers, acrobats and other performers has left audiences in awe for almost a decade, and the show is still going strong.

Q: I need a change of pace. What is something special we can do in Vegas?

A: Unless you're from England, you probably won't find a better high tea anywhere else than Bellagio,Four Seasons and the Ritz-Carlton, Lake Las Vegas. If you are looking to get off the Strip, take a relaxing ride in the Gondolas at Lake Las Vegas. During the summer months, you can be fed frozen grapes while lounging alongside the Garden of the Gods pool at Caesars Palace. It just doesn't get much better than that.

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