Our top pick for a city-based adventure, this is adrenaline-fuelled sightseeing with a serious twist. At Sky Combat Ace in Las Vegas, you’ll take to the skies in a high-performance aerobatic plane – with an expert pilot at your side and dual controls that let you take charge mid-flight.

Choose from a range of flight experiences, from gentle loops and rolls to full-throttle aerial stunts, depending on how brave you're feeling. And if you'd rather keep your feet on the ground, there's a spectator package that lets you watch the action without the G-forces.

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