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11 Unique Experiences beyond the Las Vegas Strip (from the Huffington Post)
This blog post was originally published on Huffington Post Alberta Blogs by me. Here is a direct link to the post. http://www.huffingtonpost.ca/abi-paul/unique-las-vegas-experiences_b_5966766.html
How To See Gods in Vegas (with Uncle Kracker)
haga clic aquí para ver en español clique aqui para ver em Português Cliquez ici pour voir en français 日本語で表示するにはこちらをクリック The Grand Canyon is one of the most remarkable natural wonders in the world and considered to be one of the “Seven Wonders of the Natural World”. I finally got my chance to view this […]
The most Famous Secret Downtown in USA
The secret is out and the cat has left the bag! Downtown Las Vegas is a hidden gem in the city of glitter and glam. Metaphorically speaking, the new Downtown experience is the winning jackpot in casinoland! Courtesy of city of Las Vegas, Erin O’Boyle Photographics A BRIEF HISTORY On May 15, 1905, a railroad land […]
Secrets of Las Vegas Art District Revealed
One of the core elements that defines us as a species is that of the sense of discovery and adventure. This element is the cause behind most if not all of the great human triumphs including the principles behind urban planning and design. However, in recent years there has been a reversal of this pattern. For […]
A Shipping Container Park? Where else but Downtown Las….
Nobody will ever criticize Las Vegas for its timidness and banality in design and architecture. Las Vegas, or rather a portion of the City referred to as “The Strip”, is anything but that! The famous casino hotels and modern resorts of the Vegas Strip are the iconic man made wonders of the modern world and there […]
Vegas By Night: A Unique Experience
I had never been on a helicopter ride at night until my first adventure of flying in one to see the glittery lights of Las Vegas. Vegas by night from the ground is undeniably spectacular but a view from the air offers a totally different perspective. I flew with Maverick Helicopters for this incredible experience. The fly-by […]
Vancouver Aquarium a Delight for Adults and Kids
CONTEST IS CLOSED. WINNER IS BAND MEMBER OF NEW ORLEANS INDIE BAND SO LONG STORYLAND. There is never any harm done or shame in feeling like a kid again no matter how old one gets. Do you recall that thrill you got last time you did something spontaneous with another adult or a child that […]
Romantic Adventures on a Budget in Vancouver | Travels in BC
If there is one place in Canada that I had to recommend as a “must see before the zombie (or alien) invasion”, it would have to be British Columbia! Ok folks! I know that an answer to the hypothetical question will raise some nerves. I have traveled across Canada (about 50% of it so far. […]
Walking Gastown Vancouver| Travels in British Columbia
Gastown is one of those unique enclaves within a city that has its unique character and vibe and demands at least a one time visit to the locale to experience it. According to Wikipedia, “Gastown is a national historic site in Vancouver, British Columbia, at the northeast end of Downtown adjacent to the Downtown Eastside. Its historical boundaries were the […]
Downtown Revitalization Project : Lessons for Canada
I step out on to the streets on a balmy summer morning with the daily newspaper tucked under my arms headed to the neighborhood coffee shop. The smell of fresh roasted organic java of some variety is evident in the air inside. The coffee shop is typical of most independent neighborhood cafes with relaxing couches, tables, […]
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