Las Vegas is a mixed bag - from extravagant, elaborate, expensive hotels and shops to rundown, tacky, poor regions. While the rich live the life of luxury, the poor seem to gamble all their money away. Travelling around Las Vegas is a unique experience. There are some amazing things to see which are mind blowing.... Continue Reading →
Last night in Vegas
The adventure dome theme park in our hotel Circus Circus is huge hosting numerous roller coasters. We chose a terrifying one which went upside down and sped around the building. I had to close my eyes it was too fast for me - a fun adventure though. As darkness approached it was time to go... Continue Reading →
Downtown Vegas
Freemont Street in Vegas is insane. All kinds of walks of life stroll down the street, wearing all sorts of outfits. We took the zip line over the street peering down at all the wired and wonderful spectacles. I could see mobs of people walking up and down along the crazy looking casinos, shops, bars... Continue Reading →
The classy part of Vegas
The morning after the gambling was not so pleasant - the free drinks paid it's price, but it was okay because we were in Vegas. We rolled out of bed, went to the outdoor pool and had a soak in the hot tub. It did us the world of good. Looking up at the palm... Continue Reading →
The Blackpool of America
The last leg of our road trip went swimmingly and we soon arrived in Las Vegas ecstatic. As we pulled the car up to our new home for the next four days, the monstrosity of the sparkly, pink, shinny hotel was overwhelming. The parking facilities for the hotel are vast, there is a several level... Continue Reading →
Road trip day 1
After hauling my huge rucksack on my back, grabbing my day pack and checking out of the San Francisco hostel, I embarked on my journey to Las Vegas. I took a bus and a 15 minuit walk to met my road trip partner in crime at Montgomery Bart station. From there we took the train... Continue Reading →