Cheap flights from Atlanta to Reno from £105

Try some food at Old Granite Street Eatery at 243 S Sierra Street in Reno, a locals' favourite eatery. The wooden bar and water served in old liquor bottles create such an authentic atmosphere in this place. Try the Mediterranean Wrap (Chicken or Lamb, Hummus, Tomato, Onion, Kalamata Olive, Pepperoncini, Feta, Tzatziki) for $15.

Come to Sky Terrace Sushi Bar at 3800 S Virginia Street in Reno for lunch, a paradise for sushi lovers. You can choose from over 50 types of nigiri and maki sushi dishes here. Whatever you choose, add some drink. It may be one of eight brands of premium sake or plum wines.

If you have a car in Reno, spend a casual evening at the El Rancho Drive-In at 555 El Rancho Drive in Sparks. Locals love this drive-in movie theatre (by the way, one of America's longest-standing institutions). Save some money and bring all the snacks you want from home.