Ancient & Mysterious Wonders

“There’s nothing old in Vegas.” It’s one of the most oft-repeated stereotypes, even though the city is proudly celebrating its centennial this year. Like all stereotypes, it’s contains an element of truth that can’t be denied by anyone who’s ever watched a world-class hotel get the “Independence Day” treatment…

—Megan Edwards

April 13, 2005 | Filed Under 1-2 Day Trips from LV | Leave a Comment

Apr 06 2005

Close By, Clean Cut, Slot Free

Every once in a while, I find it pleasant to remember that there are cities in the world that don’t have slot machines in their grocery stores and video poker on every corner. You might think I’d have to travel to California or Arizona to visit this kind of sin-free community, but good clean fun is ever so much closer. Boulder City is only a half-hour drive from Las Vegas.