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The Largest Chevron Travel Center Opened in Jean and its Huge!
Just 23 miles south of the Welcome to Las Vegas sign is Jean Nevada. Exit 12 on Interstate 15. It is home to the Gold Strike Casino and Hotel and now its also home to [more…]
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The 1956 Grand Canyon Plane Crash That Changed it All
June 29, 2018
On Saturday, June 30, 1956 at about 10:30 in the morning, the world of aviation changed forever when a United Airlines Douglas DC-7 struck a Trans World Airlines Lockheed L-1049 Super Constellation over the Grand [more…]
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How Towbin Lost The Sale
June 24, 2018
This is not exactly a Vegas Tourist blog post. More for the people who live here or want to know more about the characters who make Las Vegas home. And one to watch out for. [more…]
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Is it safe to walk the Strip to the Stratosphere Tower in Las Vegas?
June 17, 2018
The Stratosphere Casino, Hotel & Tower opened in 1996 and is one of the cities most iconic landmarks. Viewable for miles around with its 900-foot tall tower. It sits in the city of Las Vegas, a [more…]
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Stupid Vegas Drivers in One Photo
June 16, 2018
If you ever had the unfortunate opportunity to drive in Las Vegas when the temperature climbs past 100 degrees Fahrenheit (37 degrees Celsius) you know the bad Las Vegas drivers just turn stupid on steroids. Here is [more…]
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Where to Get Your Raider Nation Fix in Las Vegas
June 6, 2018
The Raiders are coming to Las Vegas whether you want them to or not. The NFL Franchise is beginning to make their move and their mark on the Las Vegas valley. They have two years to make [more…]
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West Rim? South Rim? Grand Canyon Tours
May 30, 2018
One question I am asked often as a Las Vegas Tour Guide, is “Which Grand Canyon tour is the best?” The Grand Canyon West Rim tour? Or the Grand Canyon South Rim tour? So here [more…]
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