Archive for April, 2008

Looking for a day filled with fun and education? Visit a Las Vegas Museum!

Wednesday, April 30th, 2008 Posted in Things to Do | No Comments »

The City of Lights provides great access to several museums that are fun and educational for adults and children.  The Lied Children's Discovery Museum is located on Las Vegas Boulevard near ... Read more..

Mount Charleston Las Vegas

Monday, April 28th, 2008 Posted in Outdoor Recreation | No Comments »

The City and surrounding areas of Las Vegas offer much, much more than just bright lights and casinos. Recreational opportunities abound within a 30 minute radius of city.  Mt Charleston ... Read more..

Lake Las Vegas Resort Living

Friday, April 25th, 2008 Posted in Lake Las Vegas, Las Vegas Golf | No Comments »

Situated in-and-around a private 320-acre lake, Lake Las Vegas Resort provides everything from Golf to water sports and yacht cruises.  This lush oasis is inspired by vibrant Mediterranean architecture and ... Read more..

The 4th Annual Las Vegas Celtic Gathering and Highland Games

Friday, April 25th, 2008 Posted in Events, Things to Do | No Comments »

Recently we attended the 4th annual Las Vegas Celtic Gathering and Highland Games. Located at Floyd Lamb Park at Tule Springs, the gathering was a just another great example of ... Read more..

Summerlin, Nevada - A Master Planned Las Vegas Community Offering Many Amenities

Tuesday, April 22nd, 2008 Posted in Outdoor Recreation, Summerlin, Things to Do | 1 Comment »

Located along the western rim of the Las Vegas Valley just near the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area is the community of Summerlin, Nevada.  Summerlin is a planned community ... Read more..

Red Rock Canyon Trail Ride

Monday, April 21st, 2008 Posted in Outdoor Recreation, Scenic Excursions, Things to Do | No Comments »

When people think of our favorite city, they instantly think of the big casinos that make Las Vegas famous. But our recent horseback riding adventure through Red Rock Canyon was about ... Read more..

Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area

Friday, April 18th, 2008 Posted in Outdoor Recreation, Scenic Excursions | 1 Comment »

Just 30 minutes from the heart of Las Vegas heading West on Charleston Boulevard brings you to the incredible Red Rock Canyon Conservancy.  This is an area of federal public ... Read more..

Remote Control Airplanes

Tuesday, April 15th, 2008 Posted in Things to Do | No Comments »

  I read an article recently about the Las Vegas Soaring Club, the largest radio-controlled model sailplane club in Southern Nevada. The article brought back some memories of our adventures in model ... Read more..

Henderson Nevada - City of Destiny

Monday, April 14th, 2008 Posted in Henderson, Outdoor Recreation, Things to Do | No Comments »

Central to Hoover Dam, Lake Mead and the famed Las Vegas Strip, Henderson Nevada offers the hospitality of a small town yet the excitement of a big city.  Borne out ... Read more..

Grand Canyon and Scenic Tours from Las Vegas

Wednesday, April 9th, 2008 Posted in Scenic Excursions, Things to Do | No Comments »

The Grand Canyon is a feat of nature found few places in the world.  It's immense, powerful nature and inspiring beauty attract millions of visitors annually.  The canyon displays incredible ... Read more..