I have visited Vegas once, 11 years ago. Pretty crazy place, living there would probably mess me up. Good luck with the move, don't forget to take your MA-CHE-TE.
The thing i have found there is that all the wild stuff in Vegas is pretty much contained to certain areas. Out around it it's just a normal desert town like any in California or Arizona. But i think it will be fun to have the option of eating at Applebees or the buffet at Ceaser's Palace.