Category archives for: Attractions

March 9 is opening day for the Discovery Children’s Museum

March 9 is opening day for the Discovery Children’s Museum

Families rejoice! Downtown Las Vegas is about to get a whole lot more kid friendly – 58,000-square-feet more to be exact. Tomorrow, March 9, is opening day for the three-story Discovery Children’s Museum, located in Symphony Park adjacent to The Smith Center. The doors will officially open to the public at 10 a.m. Cost of admission is typically [...]

Cosmopolitan presents six interpretations of ‘a closed door policy’

Cosmopolitan presents six interpretations of ‘a closed door policy’

If you’ve ever stayed in a hotel, you likely know a thing or two about proper hotel door hanger usage. Hang your “Do Not Disturb” or “Please Enter” sign incorrectly and you may get caught with your pants down by hotel cleaning staff (or, maybe that’s what you’re going for… I’m not judging). But the [...]

Crazy about coasters? Adventuredome will introduce a whole new level of ‘Loco’ this December

Crazy about coasters? Adventuredome will introduce a whole new level of ‘Loco’ this December

It is often said that crazy people don’t actually know that they’re crazy. So by that logic, if you willingly choose to ride the Adventuredome’s newest roller coaster, El Loco, it means you’re not loco … at all.

Venetian and Imagine Exhibitions unveil the ’50 Greatest Photographs of National Geographic’

Venetian and Imagine Exhibitions unveil the ’50 Greatest Photographs of National Geographic’

  If a picture is worth a thousand words, then 50 photographs is worth … well, I’ll let you do the math. The “50 Greatest Photographs of National Geographic” exhibit in the Imagine Exhibitions Gallery at the Venetian brings at least that many words to mind, but topping the list is: Powerful. Moving. Impressive. Thought provoking. Beautiful. [...]

From a pop-up shop to the gun range, your marriage could be made in Vegas this Valentine’s Day

From a pop-up shop to the gun range, your marriage could be made in Vegas this Valentine’s Day

Welcome to Valentine’s Day in fabulous Las Vegas, where once-in-a-lifetime experiences like drive-thru weddings and Elvis ceremonies are pedestrian and passé. Fortunately, for those trendsetting couples hoping to get married in Vegas on Feb. 14, 2013, we have a few new knot-tying tricks up our quickie wedding sleeve. Pop goes the wedding If you build [...]

Happy Chinese New Year! Vegas ushers in the Year of the Snake

Happy Chinese New Year! Vegas ushers in the Year of the Snake

Are you prepared for the arrival of the Year of the Snake on Sunday? For the Chinese, the Lunar New Year is akin to Thanksgiving or Christmas. Las Vegas visitors will have the opportunity to celebrate with dragon dances, symbolic foods and much more – while spreading blessings for good luck, fortune and happiness. Here’s [...]

‘Tulips’ sculpture blooms at Wynn

‘Tulips’ sculpture blooms at Wynn

Wynn Las Vegas has unveiled its newest work of public art,  ”Tulips,” by Jeff Koons, which sits in the Wynn Theater rotunda. “Tulips” is a colorful sculpture made from more than 3 tons of mirror-polished stainless steel with transparent color coating. The sculpture was acquired at auction in November 2012 for a price of $33,682,500.  The legendary [...]

Gung Hay Fat Choy! Celebrate Chinese New Year, Vegas style

Gung Hay Fat Choy! Celebrate Chinese New Year, Vegas style

You already know – in Vegas, we go all out on everything. And even though we’re not in China, we sure celebrate like we are. Check out all the Vegas festivities for Chinese New Year (Year of the Snake) you don’t want to miss. Bellagio Conservatory While you’re on the Strip, don’t forget to stop by and [...]

Meet ‘Pawn Stars’ during autograph sessions at downtown’s Gold & Silver Pawn Shop

Meet ‘Pawn Stars’ during autograph sessions at downtown’s Gold & Silver Pawn Shop

If you’re a fan of The History Channel’s “Pawn Stars,” then here’s your chance to get an autograph at Vegas’ Gold & Silver Pawn Shop. The Pawn Stars (Rick Harrison, Richard “Old Man” Harrison, Corey “Big Hoss” Harrison and Austin “Chumlee” Russell), as well as experts from the show have announced that they are holding autograph signing sessions. “It [...]

Paint with the dolphins on your next Vegas adventure

Paint with the dolphins on your next Vegas adventure

It’s not every day you get to see dolphins, and Las Vegas would be one of the last places you’d expect them. Not only do you get to see dolphins at The Mirage’s Siegfried and Roy’s Secret Garden and Dolphin Habitat, but you can also help bring out their artistic talents. Dolphins make a splash [...]

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