Staying cool in Vegas can be difficult, as can finding activities to keep your kids occupied while doing so. You both want to get out of the house, but don’t want to sweat buckets or do something short-lived. Locals also might want to avoid the strip to stave off their exposure to tourist ... » Learn More about Keeping Cool with Kids in Las Vegas
Outdoors
Handling the Heat: Vegas Necessities
It isn't breaking news to report that Vegas gets hot. Really hot. It IS in the desert, so while that’s kind of a given, not everyone is always prepared for what that means. We’ve posted about some of the fantastic hiking and parks in the valley (a lot of which have splash pads to help you beat ... » Learn More about Handling the Heat: Vegas Necessities
Las Vegas Valley Hiking Trails and Parks
Hiking is a thing here. Outdoor activity is a feature of living in the Las Vegas Valley with so many places to explore: Red Rocks, Lake Mead, and Mt. Charleston for a day trip, and an abundance of local hiking trails, community recreation centers, and parks – there are over 250 in Henderson alone! ... » Learn More about Las Vegas Valley Hiking Trails and Parks
Date night, Vegas (locals) style!
There is no shortage of hip, cool, swanky, fancy, date night options in Las Vegas. You've seen them on the T.V. commercials for our hip, cool, swanky, fancy city. I know I am not the only local who would rather keep date night near my neighborhood and avoid the neon mecca that is the Las Vegas ... » Learn More about Date night, Vegas (locals) style!