Set a few miles west of the Strip, the new Springs Preserve offers Vegas a park oasis in the middle of the city. It officially opens to the public today, June 8, but this weekend, June 9th and 10th, the Springs Preserve is hosting a grand opening weekend bash to introduce itself to the city.
Special demonstrations on gardening, cooking, landscaping and recycling will take place Saturday and Sunday. Magicians and face painting artists will be on hand for the kids, and visitors of all ages can enjoy the hiking tours and musical entertainment.
Likened to New York’s Central Park, Vegas’ version is an 180-acre park with hiking trails, gardens, children’s activities, and the Springs Café, run by celebrity chef Wolfgang Puck’s restaurant group.
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The underwater world of Nemo, Marlin, Dory and the Tank Gang skates into town next month when Disney on Ice’s Finding Nemo comes to the Orleans Arena. The animated “down under” musical journey tells the tale of the Academy Award-winning film about a father and son clownfish who are separated and then joyfully reunited with the help of their friendly sea creature pals. The aquatic world is brought to life on the ice using colorful costumes and magical scenery to create coral reefs and an ocean atmosphere. The show also features a …
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The kids will love a visit to the Southern Nevada Zoo and Botanical Park, located just 15 minutes northwest of the Vegas Strip. The zoo exhibits over 150 species of plants and animals and offers educational opportunities to teach children and the general public about endangered species and habitat protection. They also run a series of half and full day desert eco tours that explore historic mining, gemstones, ghost towns and the top-secret Area 51. Be sure to print this discount coupon to save 50% off admission for children.
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The MGM name and lions go hand in hand. So, it is only fitting that the MGM Grand Hotel and Las Vegas do what they can to preserve their favorite animal for future generations. The Lion Habitat is 3,000 square feet large and has a tunnel running through the habitat so that visitors can see the large cats as they prowl and nap. There is lots of foliage, four waterfalls, and a pond that resembles the lions’ natural home as much as possible. The lions are taken care of by noted exotic animal expert Keith Evans, and are trucked …
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You can’t pass by the Mirage without taking the moving walkway in to see the white tigers! It is completely FREE to watch Sigfried & Roy’s Royal White Tigers in their habitat. They pace and nap in an open-air environment with pools and fountains. These white tigers are terrifically rare and among only a few dozen in the world. When not in this habitat, the tigers roam Siegfried & Roy’s Secret Garden and Dolphin Habitat.
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Another show that can be enjoyed by both children and adults is Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, which will be performed 14 times over five days at the Aladdin this coming February. The beautiful story of Belle and the Beast is based on the Academy Award-winning animated film, both of which have been entertaining audiences around the world for years. This classic musical is sure to please those who take time to see the show when it comes to Vegas too. Get your tickets today!
When: Feb. 1 - Feb. 5, 2006
Where: Aladdin …
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Visit the Centennial Tree (part of Vegas’ 100th birthday year) this holiday season at Opportunity Village’s 14th Annual Magical Forest. Kids of all ages can enjoy the Enchanted Carousel and Forest Express Trains, along with live music, tasty treats, decorated trees, whimsical displays and visits with Santa Claus. This local event is sponsored by Las Vegas’ Favorite Charity, Opportunity Village, a non-profit serving those with disabilities in the community.
When: Now through Dec. 30, 2005
Where: Opportunity Village
Time: 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. Sun. - Thurs.; 5:30 to 10:00 p.m. Fri. & Sat.
Cost: $9 …
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This may be called a children’s museum, but visitors of all ages can have a good time here. It’s 22,000 square-feet of interactive pavilions geared towards multiple age groups on the topics of art, science and the humanities. Spread out over two floors, there are more than 100 exhibits, including a science tower, Stufee (a 9-foot, 300-pound interactive doll), KKID radio station, hot air balloon demos, the new Desert Discovery exhibit (for children under 5), and a Whimsical Workshop.
**Jen’s Vegas Travel Tip** “Growing Up with the Berenstein Bears,†based on the children’s book series, is a limited-time exhibit and available now through September, 2005.
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Yep, Vegas has a Natural History Museum, and we’re not talking about leftover meatballs from the Italian mobster days. Kids will love the 35-foot-long robotic Tyrannosaures Rex, and all sorts of crazy animals they’ve never heard of. Two particularly rare species of animals at the museum are two water chevrotains, an African cross between a pig and a deer. They also have live animals, lots of “hand-on” areas, and a chance to pet some animals. Mom’s can rest easy, the live sharks that swim in the 3,000-gallon tank are not up for petting.
Las Vegas Natural History Museum
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The Flamingo, which is well known for once belonging to mobster Bugsy Siegel, was actually named after his mistress, not our pink feathered friends. Today there are twenty Chilean Flamingos in the Wildlife Habitat. They live alongside African penguins, ducks, swans, turtles, and Koi. The habitat boasts a collection of more than 300 birds and is located on the first floor of the hotel near the back by the pool.
NOTE:The public can witness a penguin feeding every day at 8:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m..
Flamingo Wildlife Habitat
3555 Las Vegas Blvd South
Las Vegas, NV 89109
702.733.3111
800.221.7299
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