The Palazzo Waterfall, Atrium & Gardens put on vibrant, artistic themes throughout the year. It’s the area between the Palazzo and Venetian, open 24hrs. I’ve walked through the Palazzo Atrium over 40… Read the full article ›
Valley of Fire, State Park
March 21, 2014 by
48 miles from Las Vegas, open year-round. Fun family-friendly day trip for walkabouts, hiking, picknicking, and photography. Last weekend’s weather was perfect; best avoid the summers. (If you want to get… Read the full article ›
Bellagio Conservatory – Spring Celebration
March 14, 2014 by
The Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens are blooming again, now with their Spring Celebration. Family-friendly, refreshing, and always free, I encourage you to take a stroll through all they’ve created and… Read the full article ›
Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens, Summer Garden Party
May 23, 2013 by
The Bellagio Conservatory offers free exhibits every season plus Chinese New Year. Splendid for solo travelers, couples, and families. Each bright, sun-filled, flower-intoxicating display invigorates the body and inspires the… Read the full article ›
Mount Charleston Area, Mary Jane Falls Hike
April 30, 2013 by
The Spring Mountains National Recreation Area, also known as Mount Charleston, provides a variety of outdoor activities only 40 minutes north of Las Vegas. Temperatures measure 20 to 30 degrees… Read the full article ›
Freemont Street Experience
April 11, 2013 by
Here’s one of the top free activities in Las Vegas—walking around Freemont Street in the original downtown. You’ll see the biggest big screen on the planet offering shows every 30… Read the full article ›
Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens – Spring Celebration 2013
March 17, 2013 by
March 9th – May 11th; Open 24hrs, 7 days a week Herein lies one of the top free activities in Las Vegas — families included. The Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens… Read the full article ›
Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens – Chinese New Year
February 8, 2013 by
I’ve visited twice, ten months ago and today. They create mesmerizing themes five times a year, one for each season and the Chinese New Year. This activity is a delight for all ages, and… Read the full article ›
Floyd Lamb Park
February 2, 2013 by
Floyd Lamb Park at Tule Springs, Northwest: Peacocks and peahens running free in Las Vegas? Yes. One Sunday afternoon my wife and I stumbled upon Floyd Lamb Park. Finding these peacocks… Read the full article ›
Fountains of Bellagio
January 30, 2013 by
The Fountains of Bellagio enchant onlookers every day and night. Visually stunning and accompanied by concert music, it’s a free, choreographed, aquatic sensation. You can view the fountains from several vantage… Read the full article ›
