Las Vegas is a place that is widely known to for its gambling, but there are also many free options out there for those who want to keep their money. If you want to take a good look around Las Vegas, here are five free attractions that you’ll enjoy.
- The Ethel M chocolate factory. Free admission here allows you to have a private look at the candy-making and tasting that goes on here. You get to have free samples of candy, and you get to learn about the fascinating processes that go into making one of the country’s best brands of candy.
With all there is to see and do in Las Vegas, experiencing all that this popular vacation spot has to offer can add up to big bucks. The Las Vegas Attraction Power Pass is a convenient and affordable way to catch the many sites, sounds and thrills that can be found in Las Vegas. The Power Pass, simply put, is an all-in-one pass for 20 of Las Vegas’ most popular attractions. The Las Vegas attractions included with the Power Pass are varied and plentiful. Pose for photos with life-like wax replicas of some of the world’s most famous people at Madame Tussaud’s Wax Museum, check out Las Vegas from above from the observation deck at the Stratosphere Tower, get in on the excitement at GameWorks Las Vegas and the Sky Zone Recreational Center, experience the wonders at Siegfried and Roy’s Secret Garden and Dolphin Habitat, and enjoy a breathtaking tour of the world-famous Hoover Dam.
When people think of a Las Vegas vacation, many see a high price tag. Costs for a quality vacation rise even higher if the vacation needs to entertain not just one traveler, but an entire family. However, Las Vegas has a number of free or very affordable attractions and museums that are highly overlooked. Taking advantage of these free and family friendly attractions can easily reduce the cost of a family vacation without sacrificing the quality entertainment.
Las Vegas is home to a myriad of attractions to entertain tourists and local residents. The bright lights and casinos are a staple feature of this dazzling city. So many top notch celebrities come here regularly to entertain guests that it is impossible to spot them all–or is it? Madame Tussauds Las Vegas Wax Museum houses a large collection of A list stars. Visitors here can see all of the big name entertainers that they could not see in person. The museum features stunning wax figure copies of celebrities, like Captain Jack Sparrow, Oprah, Eva Longoria, Lady Gaga, and Gwen Stefani. Guests can even see a replica of the oval office complete with a life-sized President Obama. Favorite popular legends, such as Elvis Presley and John Wayne, also can be viewed at the museum, as well as sports figures like Muhammad Ali and Tiger Woods.
GRAND CANYON WEST, AZ (July 13, 2010) Grand Canyon West, home of the world-famous Skywalk glass bridge, opened its new Welcome Center and Air Terminal with a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony this past Saturday July 10, 2010. Doing the honors of cutting the ribbon was the Hualapai Tribe’s Eldest Woman, Christine Cooney, age 94. The opening ceremony of the new facilities was in conjunction with Grand Canyon West’s 22nd Anniversary. The ceremony provided a rare opportunity for media and the community to speak with the Tribal Council members, Tribal Chairman and CEO of Grand Canyon Resort Corporation about the vision of the Hualapai Tribe. There were many other representatives of the Tribe’s past, present and future as hundreds of proud Hualapai people were in attendance. Many Hualapai dressed in traditional clothing and performed ceremonial dances throughout the day. Also during the ceremony, Tribal members who have contributed to the past and present successes of Hualapai Tourism were recognized and honored.
(HOLLYWOOD, CA) – Dedicated to the premise that visiting Hollywood should be an experience equal to the emotion of meeting your favorite celebrities, Madame Tussauds is where fans go to see and celebrate the legendary and illustrious. Authentic lifelike figures, interactive experiences, themed areas and the best in quality and immersive guest interaction are just the beginning of the Madame Tussauds Hollywood experience, which took center stage in the entertainment capital of the world on August 1, 2009.
Years ago in New York City, I went to a party for retail visual merchandise managers hosted by a mannequin manufacturer in a loft display room. The elevator door opened to a low-light room filled with fabulously dressed people clustered in groups enjoying cocktails. In an effort to mingle, I approached one cluster, only to discover that some among the group were mute and motionless! What was even odder is that no one seemed to notice. It was business as usual! New York Tours and Attractions
That’s the same feeling you get in Madame Tussauds Wax Museums. See for yourself when visiting Madame Tussauds Las Vegas, New York City, or Washington D.C. The historic and contemporary figures are so life-like, for a moment you forget they aren’t. What’s more, by interacting with your favorite celeb as you step into their world cleverly created through high tech accouterments, intellect and fantasy somehow get all knotted up. You know they’re just wax figures, but for a moment you believe!
The WWII Victory Garden is making a comeback! Everywhere, in big cities and small towns, people are talking about planting their own gardens. The reason, of course, is natural: escalating food prices, produce recalls, and the primeval need to dig in the dirt when faced with overwhelming threats all around. So, where does this subject fit into travel?
This summer and fall, as you travel about the US, include a visit to a city market, community garden, greenmarket, farmers’ markets, tailgate market, and seek out restaurants whose menus feature fresh, regionally grown vegetables and sustainable cuisine. You’ll love this new tourism twist!
