LAS VEGAS IS FUN FOR KIDS TOO
When you think of Las Vegas you probably think of gambling but Las Vegas is fun for kids too. It is a great place for both adults and children. There is just so much to see and do you can return time after time and still visit old favourites or find something new to see and do.
I am going to list just 10 of my favourite attractions for kids but there are plenty more to keep them excited and happy on their vacation.
1. Adventuredome. This is America’s largest indoor theme park. It is five and a half acres covered in a glass dome with pink trim. Inside is a true thrill seekers delight.
2. Big shot. 1,000 feet in the air on top of one of the tallest buildings is the Big Shot. It launches you 160 feet up a tower in 2 seconds. Not for the faint hearted!!
3. Chaos. A combination of the Tilt a Whirl and the Scrambler. Passengers spin, tilt and flip.
4. The Floyd Lamb State Park. Something a bit slower and quieter. Ponds, picnic areas, barbecues and scenic paths. Lots of space to get rid of some energy.
5. Gameworks. This new video playground was created by Steven Spielberg and his colleagues. This is a world inspired by Area 51, very high tech and glamorous and sure to please the kids and adults.
6. The Grand Canyon. No trip to Las vegas is complete without a trip out to the Grand Canyon. One of the wonders of the world and a great day out for all the family.
7. Insanity. As the name suggests you will probably think you were insane to get on this ride as you are pulled out at a 70 degree angle over Las Vegas 900 feet below. Fantastic for thrill seekers.
8. Las Vegas Cyber Speedway. Visitors control cars that are 7/8th the size of real stock cars as they speed around the track. Great fun for the kids and Dad.
9. Madame Tussauds. This is always a favourite and an ever changing exhibition.
10. Speed - The Ride. This is a great ride. Riders plummet through a 25 foot deep underground tunnel, then a 72 foot high loop and a 224 foot tower and back again all in 45 seconds.
As I said these are just 10 of the attractions in Las Vegas for the kids and of course Mom and Dad. There are dozens more from viewing the stars at the Planetarium, to watching the dolphins play or the excitement of a thrilling ride, it is all there just waiting for the family in Las Vegas.
FREE THINGS TO DO IN LAS VEGAS
Las Vegas is not all about spending money. Of course you can while away a few hours gambling and that may cost you a fortune or win you a fortune, who knows. But there are plenty of free things to do in Las Vegas for you and the kids. Here are my top ten free fun things to do in Las Vegas:
1. Ethel M Chocolate Factory. Free admission and a behind the scenes look at candy making. Great for the kids and adults too.
2. Fremont Street Experience. This will get you dancing. It has a $70 million light canopy and a 540,000 watt sound system. So enjoy the light and sound show when it gets dark. The whole family will enjoy this.
3. Las Vegas Preview Studios. You can take part in the advertising and product testing of loads of products. Movie trailers, food, television shows and slot machines. Just give your opinions.
4. Marjorie Barrick Museum. Here you will find displays of western culture, desert life and the ancient history of Mexico. This is both educational and fun.
5. M&M’s World. This is a very popular site and delicious too. Again great for the kids but Mom and Dad like M&M’s too.
6. Masquarade Village. This is at the Rio. Where it is Mardi Gras Las Vegas style all the time.
7. The Conservatory at Bellagio. For all of you who love flowers this is a great place to visit. A beautiful and elegant conservatory with elaborate arrangements of plants and flowers.
8. The Fountains at Bellagio. Each evening there is a water and music show for free at the spectacular fountains at Bellagio where the fountains fill the quarter mile long lake.
9. Volcano a the Mirage. The children will like this I am sure. Every hour in the evening the volcano at the Mirage erupts.
10. The Sirens of Ti. The Sirens who are part pirate, part temptress battle a band of pirates in Siren’s cove. This is more for adults, but creates a great party atmosphere.
These are just some of the free attractions in Las Vegas. You could fill at least a couple of days just visiting these fun free sites. I am sure there are plenty more to keep you and the family amused without costing a fortune.
NEW YEAR’S EVE IN LAS VEGAS
For a wild and fantastic start to the New Year and an end to the old why not try Las Vegas on New Year’s Eve.
The world famous Las Vegas Strip will be closed to traffic and become a four mile long party. It will be the worlds biggest nightclub! You can party while half a million dollars worth of fireworks go off over your heads.
As you party, you can try out the casinos, bars, restaurants and entertainment on the strip. There will be everything from Mexican Fiestas to candlelit dinners and classic entertainment. Whether you want something to please gran and granddad or your teenagers you are going to find it here on The Strip.
People flock to the Las Vegas Strip because of the amazing number of parties that night. Every nightclub will celebrate in a different way and they all try to out do each other. It doesn’t matter where you stay there is bound to be a celebration. Top international entertainers and DJ’s will be there to entertain everyone and see in the New Year.
So get planning your New Year’s Celebrations after all you don’t want to miss out on the biggest party around.
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