Las Vegas Goes Child-Friendly

When searching for a fun and interesting spot that canunderwater tunnels where visitors can view over 1,200
entertain the whole family, you might want to considerspecies of sea creatures. There's even a stingray
a Las Vegas Family Vacation. While, "Sin City" maypetting area!
not be the most obvious choice, give it a chance, thisDon't forget to refuel while you're out exploring the
desert burg may surprise you.strip. There are a number of good options for family
There are a variety of different kinds of attractionsfriendly dining in Las Vegas. Visit the famed Planet
from zoos to water parks. Plenty of the famed LasHollywood's Cheeseburger at the Oasis or take a
Vegas shows are totally child appropriate and hotelsdining safari at The District's Elephant Bar. You'll be in
often offer options for parents. Some of the hotelsawe of the animatronics animals and the 10,000-gallon
that offer child care are: Boulder Station, for a fee;saltwater aquarium at the Rainforest Café at
Orleans, the Kid's Time Child Care Center; and Loewsthe MGM Grand.
Lake Las Vegas, the Lowes Loves Kids program.For the adventurer in your family, you can't get much
Several resorts feature Kid's Quest child care centers:better than the Adventuredome at Circus Circus. Grab
The Palms, Boulder Station, Red Rock Casino anda cotton candy or a corn dog and jump on rides like
Resort, Sunset Station, Santa Fe Station and Texasthe Rim Runner, Inverter, Chaos, Canyon Blaster, Disk
Station.'O or The Sling Shot. With thrills and chills galore, this
If you have techno heads in your family, try a trip toamusement park is sure to have something everyone
GameWorks. This attraction features everything fromcan enjoy. Get carried away to the midway by the
cutting-edge games like virtual games and danceclown shows, bumper cars, laser tag, and classic
stations to classic arcade fun in the form of PacMansideshow booths.
and Mario Brothers. There's even an adults-only areaThere are also many opportunities to pinch those
where you can retire while the little ones run free.pennies while in Vegas. Activities and attractions that
For the animal lover in your group, head to Animalare free of charge include watching the famed
Kingdom. Part of the MGM Grand Lion Habitat, this zooFountains at the Bellagio Hotel, M&M's World at
features attractions such as Gregory Popovich'sthe Showcase Mall, the Mirage's Secret Garden and
Comedy Pet Theater, an outstanding showcase ofDolphin Habitat, and the flying acrobatics at Circus
dancing, juggling, and tumbling animals. The best partCircus.
about it, it's completely FREE!Don't forget your video camera; capturing the sights,
Another must see destination is the Shark Reef atsounds and neon lights of your Las Vegas Family
Mandalay Bay. This aquarium features amazingVacation is a must!