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Friday, October 22, 2021

Kid Friendly Las Vegas: Family-Friendly Things to Do and Places to Stay in Vegas


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Got a family vacation in mind this year but still haven't decided where to go? If it's been a while since you've visited Las Vegas, it's time to go. And this trip, bring the kids! That's right. Las Vegas is now more kid friendly than ever. Nowadays, Vegas is just as kid friendly as Disney, and with just as much to do for kids of all ages. Going on vacation to Las Vegas with children may sound a little hard to make exciting for the kids, but with so much to offer parents may be pleasantly surprised. Today, Las Vegas holds something for everyone at every age. Check out these reasons why Vegas should top your next family vacation travel list and see list below of the most popular hotels and resorts preferred by vacationing families.  


Siegfried & Roy's Secret Garden And Dolphin Habitat, Las Vegas


Las Vegas Amusement Parks, Theme and Water Parks


Here are the thirteen major play spots on and off the Strip that will keep your kids smiling.

* Adventuredome
* Siegfried & Roy's Secret Garden And Dolphin Habitat
* Doolittle Pool
* Freedom Park
* Coney Island Emporium
* Star Trek: The Experience
* Buffalo Bill's Amusement Park
* Stratosphere Tower
* Las Vegas Wet'n'Wild Water Park
* The Eiffel Tower Experience
* The Roller Coaster at New York New York Hotel & Casino - See Video Below
* SPEED the Ride
* SkyMania Fun Center


Las Vegas Wet'n'Wild Water Park


Keep your eyes open for the little tucked away fun spots that you'll find inside all the Vegas kid friendly resorts like Excalibur, the fairytale castle, is every bit as impressive as the one that the famous mouse lives in.

Las Vegas Kid Friendly Shows and Restaurants


Depending on the season and who's in town, there are always at least 20 great kid friendly shows that your children will still be talking about long after their Vegas family vacation is over. Some of the shows include:

* Blue Man Group
* Lance Burton Magic Show
* World's Largest Permanent Circus
* Gregory Popovich's Comedy Pet Theater
* Monty Python's Spamalot
* Steve Wyrick Magic Show
* Xtreme Magic Show Starring Dirk Arthur
* ICE at the Riviera Hotel and Casino

And don't miss the Tournament of Kings interactive dinner show at the Excalibur Hotel Casino. And speaking of dinner, a family friendly vacation requires child friendly restaurants, and Vegas is overflowing with them.

The Rainforest Café at the MGM Grand Casino is among the many top kid friendly restaurants in Las Vegas. You'll also want to experience the Pasta Pirate at the California Club, and America at the New York New York.

Other Vegas Family Friendly Vacation Ideas

If you want to sneak a few educational experiences into your Vegas kid friendly travel plans without the little ones being any the wiser, Vegas offers plenty of options. Topping the list is the Shark Reef at Mandalay Bay, followed by the Lied Discovery Museum and the Las Vegas Springs Preserve.

Kid-Friendly Hotels & Resorts in Vegas


Of course, some Vegas resorts make a better family choice than others. Many of the following offer cribs and other family-friendly amenities; great pools; kid-oriented attractions; rooms big enough to fit extra family and in some cases even camps and other organized activities for kids.

Excalibur Hotel Casino



The Excalibur Hotel and Casino is located at the end of the strip in Las Vegas and is the perfect example of how kid friendly Las Vegas can be. The Tournament of Kings jousting dinner show, the Fun Dungeon arcade, and accommodations in a medieval-style castle make this hotel one of the best family-friendly hotels in Las Vegas. Excalibur Hotel Casino is actually a castle with a drawbridge and a colorful atmosphere. More than 4,000 rooms are available and the rooms are some of the most inexpensive on the strip often ranging from about  $35. The shows and attractions are sure to thrill all ages. From 4-D Sponge Bob ride, puppet shows, Louie Anderson and a ventriloquist to adult themed activities such as golfing and castle walk which features shopping strip, and Sylvia Brown to do readings and a tournament of kings for everyone. If you are planning a vacation to Las Vegas for children you can book online and save money on each night you stay.

Tournament of Kings Dinner Show at the Excalibur




MGM Grand Hotel Casino




While this is a kid friendly Las Vegas hotel, it is for the older kids. There is not as much for the smaller ones. This hotel has over 5,000 rooms available and boasts Lion habitat 8.5 acres just 12 miles from the hotel. There's a five-pool complex which features a long, winding river pool with waterfalls and fun, cave-like grottos. The casual dining includes Emeril's, a sea-inspired restaurant offering Louisiana Creole flavors by chef Emeril Lagasse and at the Rainforest Cafe with its 10,000-gallon salt water aquarium, kids will enjoy the rainforest decor, periodic mist showers and animatronic gorillas. The kids can also enjoy the magic of David Copperfield or Cirque du Soleil which allows children from age five or older.

Rainforest Cafe - MGM Grand Hotel & Casino




Stratosphere Hotel



Finding a thrill in Las Vegas for children that are a little older can be easy. At the Stratosphere Hotel there are rides guaranteed to make you scream. The big shot will take you 45 mph straight up 160 feet and let you dangle 1,081 feet above the strip. Other rides include the X-Scream, Insanity ride and a much calmer observation deck that is the tallest in the U.S.

The X-Scream at the Stratosphere Hotel - Casino & Resort Hotel






New York New York Hotel & Casino






This hotel's signature feature is it's 67-mph roller coaster that takes off from the lobby and wraps around the hotel. The hotel also houses one of the biggest arcades in Las Vegas, and walking through the faux New York City neighborhoods and eateries is a little like walking through a Disneyland village.


The Roller Coaster at the New York-New York Hotel & Casino






Red Rock Casino, Resort and Spa



A half hour off the Strip The Red Rock Casino Resort & Spa is great for smaller children. Red Rock has 850 rooms and offers family-friendly extras such as the multiplex Regal Cinema with showing of adult and children movies. Here vacationing families dominate the scene, especially at the huge wading pool with sprinklers. There's a 72-lane bowling alley, a kids' club and babysitting service. Kids Quest has an indoor playground with a giant maze and jungle gym and supervised activities, from arts and crafts to karaoke; accepts children from six weeks to 12 years old; hourly rate, depending on age. If you are going to Las Vegas for children's attractions, this floor to ceiling climbing zone provides more than 35 attractions for children.

Other popular family-friendly hotels and resorts in Las Vegas include:

Bellagio Las Vegas
Venetian Resort Hotel Casino
TI - Treasure Island Hotel and Casino, Las Vegas
The Palazzo Resort Hotel & Casino
Trump International Hotel & Tower Las Vegas
Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino
South Point Hotel, Casino, and Spa
Hilton Grand Vacations Club On The Las Vegas Strip
Wyndham Grand Desert

If you have time, take the kids on a tour of the Grand Canyon in nearby Arizona. It's a once-in-a-lifetime trip that your kids will be telling their kids about. A little closer to Vegas is the Red Rock Canyon, Spring Mountain Ranch State Park, Lake Mead, and the Floyd Lamb State Park.

Kid Friendly Las Vegas is worthy of a visit, so make it your preferred family vacation destination.





Las Vegas to the Grand Canyon




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Tuesday, May 7, 2019

Top Ten Memorial Day Weekend Travel Destinations


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As Memorial Day quickly approaches bringing with it the long awaited unofficial start of the summer season in the United States, many are surfing travel sites for ideas on where to travel during the long weekend.

Typically offering warmer weather and an extra day-off, Memorial Day weekend also gives folks the chance to get away for a mini-vacation. Others extend their three day weekend to allow themselves a full week off.  While many cities will be holding special Memorial Day events, it's also a perfect opportunity for travelers to combine both the unofficial and official holiday traditions in an exciting way. Millions of Americans will be traveling on Memorial Day weekend. So, the question is, where should you be going this year to celebrate the long Memorial Day weekend?

To lend a hand with some ideas here's a list of the top 10 popular Memorial Day Weekend destinations.



 1 Las Vegas




Whether you prefer to relax by the pool or with slot machines or unwind with your kids, Las Vegas is an ideal destination to start summer off right. If visitors are looking for entertainment options, Vegas has plenty. A lot of local spots, including the Hakkasan and Surrender nightclubs, are hosting famous DJs for the long weekend. Those looking for a little more relaxation can enjoy the famous pool scene at many of the hotels, treat themselves to one of Vegas' many therapeutic spas, or dine their nights away at world-class restaurants.

Las Vegas is not only for gambling, adult entertainment and wild parties. It is rapidly becoming one of the favorite family destinations in the US. Last year more than five million families with kids had a Las Vegas family vacation.

One of the top Las Vegas kids' attractions, especially if you are planning to stay on the Strip, is the Amusement Parks. There are, however, many more attractions to see in Vegas and one long weekend is simply not enough to enjoy time with your kids in Las Vegas. When you experience the fun here, taking another Las Vegas family vacation will be inevitable. So, after returning from your Memorial Day weekend Las Vegas trip,  look for other long weekend holiday, mark your calendar and plan another trip with your kids in Las Vegas. It never gets old!






 2 New York City




New York City typically sees a mass exodus of its locals during the Memorial Day long weekend (many of them heading for destination "number 4" - See Below). This makes it an ideal time for tourists to visit the Big Apple. And judging by its second most-popular ranking, the secret is out. Being the lively metropolis that it is, there are plenty of fun (and free) activities to enjoy. Head to the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum to kick off the weekend or sit back and enjoy live performances and demonstrations by the USO Liberty Bells and the U.S. Coast Guard. Early-rising visitors can head to the Rockefeller Center for a free concert hosted by the Today Show before heading to Greenwich Village’s Washington Square Park Art Exhibit.





 3 Orlando




When it comes to leisure activities, there’s no doubting Orlando’s popularity as a summer destination. And our research shows that this family-friendly hot spot should be on travelers’ “to visit” lists if they’re looking for great summer deals this year. Many folks coming into the city will want to visit the city’s theme parks, which include Walt Disney World, Universal Studios Florida and SeaWorld Orlando. For those looking to do something special on Memorial Day, Orlando is holding free concerts throughout the day at its famous Bok Tower Gardens, a beautiful example of landscape architecture offering hundreds of species of flora and fauna.





 4 Old Orchard Beach, Maine




A large ocean beach, boardwalk with shops and restaurants, an amusement area with rides and games and endless souvenir shops make Old Orchard a crowded, fun-filled Maine vacation destination for the family.







 4 Washington DC




While Washington, D.C. is consistently one of the top travel destinations in the U.S., there’s hardly a better time to visit than during Memorial Day weekend. Folks can commemorate those who’ve fallen in service of our country at the Arlington National Cemetery, or delve deeper into our history at the Smithsonian, home to hundreds of national treasures. In addition, Washington D.C. hosts the National Memorial Day Parade, which features marching bands, veteran units, and a route that passes by the White House.





 5 Los Angeles



Welcome in the Summer season by taking a trip to Venice Beach. The boardwalk, nearly 2 miles long, is one of the most visited areas in all of Los Angeles. Here you'll find a wide range of street performers from break dancers and musicians to jugglers. Get your fortune read or get a temporary tattoo. The possibilities are endless when you stop by the Venice Beach boardwalk. Whether you're looking to spend some time on the beach or at a street fair, you'll find plenty to do during the three-day Memorial Day weekend in Los Angeles.





6 Chicago




After hunkering down during the cold, blustery winters, Chicago’s summers become jam-packed with activities and the Windy City kicks off the season with a larger-than-life Memorial Day celebration. Visitors can rock out at the Belmont-Sheffield Music Festival or check out the city’s 15th-annual Memorial Day parade – one of the largest in the country. Check out the Red, White and BBQ competition at the Westmont Lions Club and the Chicago Farmer’s Market for those interested in some delicious local bites. Travelers looking to enjoy some fun in the sun will be happy to know that the city’s beaches officially open during the holiday weekend, so you can pack your bathing suit and sunscreen and get ready to catch some sun.



 7 Miami




Or from beautiful Miami, take a three and a half hour drive to Key West.

Key West is a truly stunning part of America, and holds enough diversity to keep all members of the family entertained during Memorial Day Weekend.
Whether sightseeing with Key West Ghost Tours and the home of Ernest Hemingway to lounging in the bars and on the beaches, Key West will offer the perfect envirnonment for everyone.

History, art, and fun all come alive in this beautiful area- from untouched natural spaces, to zany regatta races at local taverns.

This Memorial Day Weekend don't let your time go to waste. Visit Key West and start your summer off right.




 8 Boston




There’s no shortage of Memorial Day festivities in Boston, and with the warmer weather starting to make its appearance it’s the perfect time to visit. There's an amazing array of the old and the new, Boston is one of America's great cities. The historic Freedom Trail leads the way to old Italian neighborhoods (North End), upscale European-like shopping and residential districts (Newbury Street), the Swan Boats of Boston boat rides in the Boston Public Garden (pictured at top of page), the restaurants and stores at wonderfully restored Old Faneuil Hall, Fenway Park (the Boston Red Sox), upscale Beacon Hill with its great brownstones, and about a million other attractions so vast that even a lifelong Bostonian will never get to full experience. Those in the mood to shop are in luck because Boston has a variety of locations that are ideal for scoring fantastic Memorial Day weekend deals.




 9 New Orleans




New Orleans is best-known for its Creole, Jambalaya and Gumbo, but during Memorial Day weekend? It’s all Greek. Every year, the Big Easy plays host to the popular Greek Festival where visitors can experience everything Greek, with traditional food, music and dancing. And on Sunday, be sure to wear your toga so you can get into the festival for free. Wine-lovers should be sure to check out the New Orleans Wine & Food Experience’s tasting and pastry competition, The Gateaux Show. Those looking for a more traditional Memorial Day celebration can enjoy events at The World War II Museum or the Chalmette National Ceremony.





10 Myrtle Beach, South Carolina





If you love bikes and the people who ride them, Myrtle Beach is the perfect Memorial Day Weekend destination. This is when over 500,000 bikers take over the Myrtle Beach Area for fun, food, festivities and more. Myrtle Beach is heaven on earth surrounded by rolling sunny beaches, festivals and abundant leisure activities.  From parades to water parks, there is always something exciting going on in Myrtle Beach for Memorial Day weekend.








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Tuesday, July 4, 2017

Top 10 Fourth of July Travel Destinations for 2017


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     1. New York City





 

2. Orlando



  

3. Los Angeles




4. Boston




5. Las Vegas

6. Miami




7. Denver




8. San Francisco




9. Washington, D.C. 




10. Chicago











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