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The Park

Las Vegas Visitor Posted on August 29, 2023 by TheWebmeisterSeptember 10, 2023

It is an area between NY NY and Park MGM (a hotel). It has restaurants, bars and entertainment. Lots of parking. Go to 3782 Las Vegas Blvd. S. http://www.mgrmresorts.com We always fight for our local artist. We want to help. … Continue reading →

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Route 91/ Las Vegas Blvd./I-15/State Route -215

Las Vegas Visitor Posted on August 26, 2023 by TheWebmeisterAugust 26, 2023

This is the very convoluted story of the famous Las Vegas Blvd. in Las Vegas ,also called the Strip. It mostly follows Route 91.U.S. 91 Started in Long Beach, CA and ran all the way up to the Canadian line … Continue reading →

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The $20 Trick

Las Vegas Visitor Posted on August 22, 2023 by TheWebmeisterAugust 22, 2023

We have heard a lot about it. But up till now we do not know if it is true or just another fake.We have never tried it, we do not personally know anyone who has tried it. We need to … Continue reading →

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Food Halls

Las Vegas Visitor Posted on August 19, 2023 by TheWebmeisterAugust 19, 2023

In my opinion this is nothing but a fancy name for a “Food Court. Something similar to what you can find at any shopping mall. Here is a short list of them that are open for business: Proper Eats at … Continue reading →

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Proper Eats

Las Vegas Visitor Posted on August 19, 2023 by TheWebmeisterAugust 19, 2023

A new concept has arrived in Las Vegas. It is the “Food Hall”. Las Vegas now has several, just like that. Here is the thing, they are called “Food Halls” what they really are ,are “Food Courts” The name has … Continue reading →

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Rafael Rivera discovers the Vegas Valley

Las Vegas Visitor Posted on August 17, 2023 by TheWebmeisterAugust 17, 2023

Scout/guide for the Armijo party.It was sent and financed by the then governor of New Mexico Chavez to find a trail to connect to the other Spanish lands of the west coat called California. His state wanted trade with coast. … Continue reading →

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Driving in Nevada

Las Vegas Visitor Posted on August 16, 2023 by TheWebmeisterAugust 16, 2023

Why do I post this? I post it as a warning, a lesson, and good advice. Ok already, I know you are a very good driver, able to do 100 miles an hour on the I-10. That’s OK by me, … Continue reading →

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Fire Spitting Praying Mantis

Las Vegas Visitor Posted on August 14, 2023 by TheWebmeisterSeptember 14, 2023

At the entrance of the container city, on Fremont St., about two blocks east of the Golden Nugget.It spits a long streak of fire at certain times only.

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The World’s Largest Gift Shop

Las Vegas Visitor Posted on August 9, 2023 by TheWebmeisterSeptember 13, 2023

We have no way of verifying that. But it is large, and that’s a fact. I used to play slots in the small casino that used to be there. One day I drive over there and the casino is gone. … Continue reading →

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Swingers Mini Golf

Las Vegas Visitor Posted on August 8, 2023 by TheWebmeisterAugust 8, 2023

Planned for 44,000 sq.feet at Mandalay Bay for a 2024 opening. From what we hear the plans are pretty advanced. It will be modeled after the original London, U.K. location that has been doing business for ten years now. There … Continue reading →

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A new hotel (again)

Las Vegas Visitor Posted on August 8, 2023 by TheWebmeisterSeptember 13, 2023

Permission has been obtained to build the tallest hotel on the strip to date, at about 1,000 fet in height. By comparison, the Stratosphere Tower is about 1,100 feet tall. The tallest purely hotel tower, the still under construction Fontainebleau … Continue reading →

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The Welcome to Las Vegas Sign (s)

Las Vegas Visitor Posted on August 8, 2023 by TheWebmeisterAugust 12, 2023

There are now several of them, all different. The best known example sits on Las Vegas Blvd. S, about two miles south of center strip. It has a small parking lot, but most people only take a quick look and … Continue reading →

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The Big Edge

Las Vegas Visitor Posted on August 7, 2023 by TheWebmeisterSeptember 13, 2023

A giant open air sculpture fashioned out of over 200 boats, surf boards and other assorted water craft. All life size. At 2600 W. Harmon, close to the strip. Is not directly at the strip, but in the back of … Continue reading →

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Chocolate Fountain

Las Vegas Visitor Posted on August 6, 2023 by TheWebmeisterSeptember 13, 2023

At 27 feet it claims to be the worlds tallest. I visit my brother in Zurich, Switzerland and seem to remember the Lindt choclolate fountain at 30 feet. The best part is the adjoining patisserie. It has great stuff, including … Continue reading →

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Gold and Silver Pawn

Las Vegas Visitor Posted on August 6, 2023 by TheWebmeisterSeptember 13, 2023

This place became famous after it was featured on TV. An unforgettable cast of characters, and millions of dollars changing hands. The old man died regrettably. Easy to get to, by car or city bus. The parking lot is small, … Continue reading →

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Art-O-Mat

Las Vegas Visitor Posted on August 6, 2023 by TheWebmeisterSeptember 13, 2023

Repurposed cigarette vending machines that sell cigarette pack sized original art, little paintings, drawings, jewelry, sculptures for $5 ea. A few Las Vegas artists are involved. There are six machines at the Cosmopolitan hotel 3709 Las Vegas Blvd. S, center … Continue reading →

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Pinball Hall of Fame

Las Vegas Visitor Posted on August 6, 2023 by TheWebmeisterSeptember 13, 2023

An unbelievable collection of pinball machines, 410 in all. All different types and models and makes. Easy to get to at 4925 Las Vegas Blvd. S. The city bus will get you there if i am not mistaken. That place … Continue reading →

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ATV Tours

Las Vegas Visitor Posted on July 30, 2023 by TheWebmeisterSeptember 15, 2023

Several operators offer tours with ATV. Around Vegas there is no shortage of interesting destinations. http://www.canyontours.com http://www.vegasoffroadexperience.com http://www.lasvegasatvs.com Let us know what you think of those tours. We do all we can to support local artists. You can help by … Continue reading →

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Kayak Trips

Las Vegas Visitor Posted on July 30, 2023 by TheWebmeisterSeptember 15, 2023

Several companies offer these tours. All of them start below Hoover Dam. There may be an operator out of Willow beach. I do not know of any kayak tours being offered for Lake Mead. I did a couple of them … Continue reading →

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Helicopter Sightseeing

Las Vegas Visitor Posted on July 30, 2023 by TheWebmeisterSeptember 15, 2023

Several companies are in this market. Some do the strip only, others do the Hoover Dam trip, and some are in the Grand Canyon market. The Strio by night in a helicopter is awesome. Hoover Dam and Grand Canyon are … Continue reading →

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Exotics Racing plus Go-Carts

Las Vegas Visitor Posted on July 27, 2023 by TheWebmeisterJuly 29, 2023

The largest collection of super cars in the world. We cannot guarantee the truth of this statement. We only repeat their advertising. The track is 15 minutes south of center strip, off Las Vegas Blvd. 50 cars are ready for … Continue reading →

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Indoor Sky Diving

Las Vegas Visitor Posted on July 27, 2023 by TheWebmeisterSeptember 14, 2023

This business has been around for many years. Located at 200 Convention Center Drive, close to center strip.We list it as a strip location because it is only a block or so off the strip. It is great fun and … Continue reading →

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The Las Vegas Airport (Harry Reid)

Las Vegas Visitor Posted on July 27, 2023 by TheWebmeisterSeptember 14, 2023

The reason we mention this airport at all is because it is so dang convenient. It practically adjoins the strip. Its old entrance, in fact, was at the strip. This airport is so conveniently located it is theoretically possible to … Continue reading →

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Welcome to Las Vegas Sign

Las Vegas Visitor Posted on July 27, 2023 by TheWebmeisterSeptember 14, 2023

One of the most popular attractions at the strip. And easy to get to. Only a couple of miles south of center strip. And it is free. Can even be reached by city bus. It does have a small parking … Continue reading →

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Atrium and Waterfall at the Palazzo Hotel

Las Vegas Visitor Posted on July 27, 2023 by TheWebmeisterJuly 27, 2023

It is worth the short walk from the Venetian Hotel to the Palazzo. They are connected by an indoor walkway. If you are at the Venetian anyway, the short walk to see this is well worth it. http://www.thepalazzovenetian.com We provide … Continue reading →

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Nevada Southern Railroad Museum

Las Vegas Visitor Posted on July 27, 2023 by TheWebmeisterJuly 29, 2023

About 20 miles south of the strip in Boulder City. Lots of historic rolling stock. Mighty steam engines from the American railroading days. Admission is free, but a small purchase of perhaps a fridge magnet will keep everything rolling. Train … Continue reading →

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The Shark Reef

Las Vegas Visitor Posted on July 27, 2023 by TheWebmeisterJuly 27, 2023

It is at the Mandalay Bay Hotel. Makes sense to me. It is very unique. Instead of pressing your nose against some plate glass you can actually walk right into all that marine life. This is a tunnel, with sharks … Continue reading →

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Madame Tussauds

Las Vegas Visitor Posted on July 27, 2023 by TheWebmeisterJuly 27, 2023

Inside the Venetian Hotel. Worth a visit. Prices vary depending on what you are interested in They start at around $45 per and go up from there. To me it sounds very reasonable. http://www.madametussauds.com We provide this space, free of … Continue reading →

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Eiffel Tower Viewing Deck

Las Vegas Visitor Posted on July 26, 2023 by TheWebmeisterJuly 26, 2023

Take the elevator inside the Paris Hotel . Well worth it. The view is very nice. There also is a very good restaurant inside the tower. http://www.parislasvegas.hotelandsuites.com We donate this space in order to support Nevada artists. Here are some … Continue reading →

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M&M World

Las Vegas Visitor Posted on July 26, 2023 by TheWebmeisterJuly 26, 2023

Inside the Showcase mall at 3785 Las Vegas Blvd. S. Take your camera, you will never see that many M&M’s again. And bring money, cash, credit card. Your kids will want all colors. Not just candy, but souvenirs also. Four … Continue reading →

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