10 Great Things About Visiting Las Vegas

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Year ago, Las Vegas was thought of as a destination for gamblers. However, the city has worked hard to change its image to a place where even the most wholesome of families can feel comfortable and find the atmosphere inviting. The city is now billed as an all-around tourist destination and while casinos are the primary and lifeblood of the economy, there a so many things to choose from for singles, couples and families.

One of the many great attractions in Las Vegas is the Dancing Water Fountain Show, and you won't have to spend a dime to enjoy it. The entire family can watch the water, music and lights extravaganza in the front of the Bellagio Hotel. The show is carried out over an eight-acre man-made lake as powerful jets spew water as high as 240 feet in the air to the tunes of artists, such as Bobby Darren, Luciano Pavarotti and Frank Sinatra. The event is one of Las Vegas major draws and can be seen Monday- Friday between the hours of 3:00 - 7:00 p.m. every half-hour and from 7:00 to midnight, every 15 minutes. On the week-end, the shows begin at noon.

Las Vegas seems to be making its mark on thrill seekers ...
... with the Roller Coaster at New York- New York, which use to be called the Manhattan Express. It is located on the top of the hotel/casino; besides experiencing almost 3 minutes of insane loops and eye-bulging high-speed drops, you will also take in stunning views of the Las Vegas Strip. Over 1 million visitors have braved this rollercoaster each year since it was introduced in the late 1990's.

Talking about stunning views, and another outlandish rollercoaster ride for you thrill seekers, head on over to the tallest free-standing observation tower in the United States - the Stratosphere Tower. You can see the Las Vegas Strip, surrounding suburbs and the snow-covered peaks of the 11,000 feet high Mt. Charleston. On the very top of the Stratosphere is what is billed as the "world highest rollercoaster," which definitely is not for the faint of heart. The Stratosphere also offers bungee jumping and several other bone-chilling adventures.

One of the greatest testaments to man's ability to harness the power of our surround environment is the Hoover Dam, which was completed in 1935. It not only stop the seasonal flooding of the Colorado River, but brought drinking water and the ability to irrigate some of the most arid land in the United States. The Hoover Dam is one of the top destination points for people visiting Las Vegas.

Since you going that direction, if you have not done so already, make plans to take in the sighs of one of nature's most mind-blowing incredible wonders probably in the universe - the Grand Canyon. You can plan to drive, take a tour bus or go all out and treat yourself to a helicopter tour of something that is truly beyond amazing. The Grand Canyon is about a six hour drive from Las Vegas.

Even if you are not old enough to remember pianist Liberace, the $15 admission price to the Liberace Museum will be money well spent. The exhibit includes the artist fur-lined rhinestone- studded outfits and bodacious jewelry. There is also his collection of piano, cars, such as a 1934 Mercedes Excalibur replete with Austrian rhinestones. There are also numerous photographs, memorabilia and press clipping that documents Liberace's flamboyant, but distinguish career. If you haven't taken in a Cirque du Soleil performance, treat yourself. The shows are a combination of impressive athleticism, high power acrobatics and inspiring visual effects. There are currently offer seven performances at different venues across Las Vegas.

Lied Discovery Children's Museum is a 22,000 square foot facility with numerous hands-on exhibits for both children and adults. There are more than a 100 permanent exhibit and a litany of featured displays. The displays cover the arts, sciences and humanities. There is also an exhibit on early childhood. The environment is educational, fun and is designed to stir the curiosity and creativity in both children and adults while keeping the setting very informal and a relaxed.

Once you enter the Flamingo Hotel and go beyond the lobby and casino, there is an extraordinary and free Wildlife Habitat. There is an island that is home to wide variety of birds and other animals. The island has many different types of plants brought in from the natural environment of the creatures to help give the habitat a more natural feel. Among the 300 birds there is a flock of - you guess it- pink flamingoes. There are also ducks, swans and penguins living ion the island. You will also see turtles and koi populating the stream.

Another Las Vegas freebie is the Lion Habitat at the MGM Grand Hotel and Casino. Watch as these tremendous animals as they play and lounge in a 5000 square foot glass enclosure. The enclosed space emulates a jungle habitat complete with waterfall. The lions interact with the handlers responding to the handlers hand signals and voice commands. The lions are trucked in daily and are on of the most popular attractions on visitors list of things to do in Las Vegas.
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