There were a few golf courses right on the strip. That’s what made it so attractive. I worked at the Dunes. Between the Dunes and the freeway (I- 15), was a large golf course. Another golf course was where the … Continue reading →
At Treasure Island, next to the blvd. It erupts at certain intervals. Quite a spectacle. It will be removed next year together with the hotel, to make room for something bigger and better. http://www.treasureisland.com We are very interested in helping … Continue reading →
At the Excalibur hotel. Very interesting medieval style jousting show with horses, knights and lots of swords. The audience sits on the sides eating chicken without forks or knives, but plenty of napkins. http://www.excalibur.mgmresorts.com We donate this expensive space to … Continue reading →
3785 S.Las Vegas Blvd. It is really large, with souvenirs of all kinds. Everything in the store has the Coca Cola logo. http://www.us.cocacola.com We try to help our local artist community as much as possible, and donate this expensive space. … Continue reading →
3785 S. Las Vegas Blvd. in the Showcase mall. More M+M than you thought possible. Souvenirs also. It is the same mall that has the Coca Cola store. The colorful containers you see in the image are all different color … Continue reading →
In the old days hotels in Las Vegas were mostly all laid out in a similar pattern. The footprint was a three corner star. slot machines up front, cashiers cage and restaurants in the back. Very simple. The cage was … Continue reading →
When I first arrived in Las Vegas it was an alley, next to the Flamingo, with the Linq hotel facing it. on the north side. Now it is a mini entertainment district with bars, restaurants, a Brooklyn Bowl. All anchored … Continue reading →
3950 S.Las Vegas Blvd. at Mandalay Bay. At eleven acres (450,000sq.ft) this could be the largest pool in the country, maybe the world. I checked other pools around the world. They are all lagoons that have been converted to pools. … Continue reading →
Between the Mandalay Bay, Luxor and Delano . It was created for sports fans, the Allegiant stadium is only a fifteen minute walk. Special offer on all game days. http://www.mgmresorts.com We are always looking for ways to help local artists. … Continue reading →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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.
Continue reading →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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
