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Apprehensive about the state of affairs
for the under-21 crowd in Vegas? Fear not! While our city has long had the reputation
as a playground for adults, Las Vegas can be a fun, exciting, and even educational
experience for the "younger set."
During the hot-weather months why not visit Wet 'n Wild? This is a water park
with many novel attractions. Wet 'n Wild has several water slides, a wave machine,
a children's water playground and even a river that leisurely runs through the park
for those who just want to drift. They offer special group prices are available for
parties. For more information and hours, call 734-0088.
Bonnie
Springs Old Nevada is a great place to spend an afternoon. The 1880s Mining Town
reproduction, located in scenic Red Rock Canyon (off of W. Charleston Blvd. In West
Las Vegas), offers a full-service restaurant, motel, gift shops, horseback riding
stables, a petting zoo, historic exhibits and western shows--fun for the whole 'darn
family! 875-4191.
The Lied Discovery Children's Museum features kid-oriented interactive exhibits.
Open Tue.- Sat. from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sun. from 12-5 p.m.; closed Mon. $5 adults,
$4 children 12-17 & seniors, $3 children three to 11. 833 N. Las Vegas Blvd 382-5437.
The Big Top at Circus Circus is a carnival midway. There are games of skill
and chance, as well as rides and shops. There is also free circus entertainment in
the center ring from 11 a.m. until midnight. 734-0410
The prehistoric
ages are recreated in Circus Circus' Grand Slam Canyon Theme Park. Kids can
try the corkscrew roller coaster, the water flume ride and several other ride attractions.
Park entry is free. Ride tickets or unlimited ride passes can be purchased inside.
Open daily at 11 a.m. 794-3939.
Excalibur turns back the clock to the days of King Arthur with games of skill,
arcades, shops and the thrilling Magic Motion Machine. This in-theater ride simulates
the experience of being on a runaway train in the Swiss Alps or on a death-defying
roller coaster. 597-7777.
Luxor Casino/Hotel
Archaeologists lead water tours that depart every few minutes.
MGM Grand Adventures is the first full-fledged theme park in Nevada. There
are several acres that consist of rides and shows and a variety of themed areas,
eateries and attractions. Seasonal attractions will be announced. Open daily from
10 a.m.-10 p.m. 891-7979.
MGM Grand houses an 11,400-sq.-ft. arcade. There are 30 of the hottest games
including Betty Boop's Hot Rods, Popeye's Boat Race and a redemption center. Open
9 a.m.-1 a.m. daily.
The Santa Fe is the only place in Las Vegas to enjoy ice-skating. Hours vary.
Call 658-4991 for rental information.
State-of-the-art arcades can be found at Bally's, Caesars Palace, Circus Circus,
Excalibur, MGM Grand, Scandia, Monte Carlo, Stratosphere, The Forum Shops at Caesars,
Atari Adventure at the Riviera, and the Sega Virtualand Arcade at the Luxor, which
offers virtual reality games and interactive simulators.
CHILD CARE
For experienced and licensed child care available 24 hours a day in either your home
or hotel room, call the Children's Babysitting Service (CBS). 255-5955 or 258-1048
The Court Jester's Stage on the Fantasy Faire level of the Excalibur is always packed
with jolly good entertainment ranging from magic and juggling to medieval music and
dance. Free performances are offered daily from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. (beginning on
every half-hour). 597-7777.
For a truly unique experience, visit the Omnimax Theatre at Caesar's Palace, where
you will be surrounded by sight and sound. The films are entertaining as well as
educational. Showings are every 70 minutes Sun.-Thur. From 2-10:10 p.m. and Fri.-Sat.
from 11:40 a.m.-10:10 p.m. Call for ticket information. 731-7900.
The Luxor Hotel/Casino has attractions and features along with a variety of entertainment
involving cutting-edge movie technology. Shows play Sun.-Thur. From 9 a.m.-12 a.m.
and Fri.-Sat. from 9 a.m.-1 a.m. 262-4555.
The United Artists Theatres Showcase 8 offers the best of Hollywood's first run movies
on wall-to-wall screens, with state-of-the-art sound and projection including DTS,
SDDS, Dolby Digital and THX sound systems. Located next to MGM Grand and All Star
Cafe. Call 740-2468 for detailed information
NOTICE:
We recommended that parents be completely aware of the suitability of the shows that
they consider for children. Though some shows may allow children to attend, parents
may be surprised to hear a comedian, who is normally conservative on television,
become suggestive or use profanity on stage. By the same token, some production shows
with topless performers are done in extremely good taste and are not offensive. As
with anything regarding kids, we recommend that you take the normal amount of caution
in determining the suitability of each show. When chosen with discretion, most shows
will be great experiences for all. |
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