The Strip alone has enough attractions to keep any visitors busy during their entire stay, but for others the need to be a part of action, attractions ranges far and wide. Las Vegas, NV in recent years has garnered the title as the “Adult Disneyland”, which it has been cultivated with much success. Not only are there attractions up and down The Strip to keep visitors busy, but the surrounding area has some awesome adventures and unique attractions for those who dare to push the envelope!

Air Force Thunderbirds at Nellis Air Force Base / 4445 Tyndall Avenue / Nellis Air Force Base Visitor Center / 702- 652-4018 When not on alert, the Air Force offers one hour tours to the public on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 2 pm (arrive at the gate by 1:45 pm, drivers license and proof of insurance or car rental agreement are required). Included are a guided museum tour, includes a guided museum tour, video presentation, hanger tour and a close-up view of a Thunderbird F-16s. Home based in Las Vegas since 1956, the Thunderbirds train here from mid-November to mid-March.

Biplane Rides of Las Vegas - / North Las Vegas Airport / 702-658-1264 / $ Offering rides on a fully restored 1942 WACO model UPF-7 pilot trainer, the open cockpit lets the rider experience the wind as well as the lift of the wings. Modern radio equipment allows the pilot to converse with the passengers. Flights are priced according to length, with 20 minute to one hour trips available as well as single or double rates.

CART Driving 101 - 6915 Speedway Boulevard / Las Vegas NV / 702-651-6300 / 877-227-8101/ $ Dare to be a passenger in a special designed 2-seater Champ Car that goes 180 mph, or go to the further extreme and drive it on your own at that speed. From rider to several levels of experienced racing classes are provided with some prerequisites required. / reservations In Advance for Track Times

Buffalo Bill’s - 31900 S. Las Vegas Boulevard / Primm NV / 702-382-1212 / $ The highest coaster in North America, Desperado begins with a 220 foot drop on the first hill, which leads to an 80 mph run through a dark tunnel and then spins into a 155 foot second helix drop that is sure to thrill serious coaster buffs. There’s Adventure Canyon, a water-flume ride that places the rider with a pistol into a techno wild-west shootout - like a real life video game - wet and without the video! Or just imagine the Turbo Drop - a 45 mph drop from a 180 foot tower, need we say more?

Derek Daly Performance Driving Academy / Las Vegas Motor Speedway - 7000 N. Las Vegas Boulevard / Las Vegas NV / (888) GO-DEREK / $ Spend a little as a half-day or go for a full four-day course in race car driving. From formula racecars to BMW Roadsters, learn to drive as the pros do, or take a performance class to sharpen road skills and technique. This is an experience in the fast lane - literally. / reservations Required

Desert Princess - Lake Shore Drive (Hwy166) / Boulder City area / $ Located at Lake Mead Cruises Landing, the Desert Princess, an authorized concessionaire of the National Park Service is a 300 passenger paddle wheeler. The boat sails year-round, gently skimming the waters of Make Mead. Enjoy the views from the climate controlled interior or get out on deck and let the wind blow through your hair. Breakfast, lunch, early dinner, dinner-dance and excursion cruises are available.

GameWorks - 3769 Las Vegas Boulevard / Showcase Mall / 702-432-4263 / $ If you can imagine a dynamic video playground created with the help of Steven Spielberg, then you’ll feel right at home at Gameworks. A compilation of DreamWorks, Sega and Universal Studios, this place is over the top when it comes to arcade games. From classic pinball to early video games to amazing auto racers, bobsled flyers and air-fighter simulators, the place will thrill and chill, like the awesome 75 foot rock climb, a personal test of strength and fortitude.

Flyaway Indoor Skydiving - 200 Convention Center Drive / Las Vegas NV / 702-731-4768 / $ A DC 3 engine is used to propel individuals through the air, where they can experience the fell of free-fall flight in a controlled environment. Children who weigh in at 40 pounds to adults who reside under the 230 weight limit can take a crack at this type of skydiving!

Laser Quest - 7361 W. Lake Mead Boulevard / Las Vegas NV / 702-243-8881 / $ It’s Laser Tag that has morphed to the next level. What makes this game form a bit different is the multiple-leveled gaming area and maze with it’s mirrored reflection tape attached to the walls. Keep your eyes open for ricochet shots from around corners that bounce off the reflective tapes, it’s a cool strategy that just may pay off with a successful hit!

Las Vegas Gravity Zone Skydiving Center - 252 Convention Center Drive, # 506 / Las Vegas NV / $ Ready to make the leap out of a real airplane? Then this is the event for you. Tandem and free fall jumps are made with trained USPA instructors and include a ground school jump course.

Las Vegas Mini Gran Prix - 1401 N. Rainbow / Las Vegas NV / 702-259-7000 / $ From Kiddie Cars to Gran PriCars, everybody in the family will find a suitable track vehicle for a few laps around a track.

Las Vegas Soaring Center - 22 miles south of Las Vegas / Interstate 15, exit 12 to Jean Airport / The center offers single and double glidders rental to take advantage of the best soaring conditions in the west. or if you prefer a plane with an engine, there are Grand Canyon air tours, flights over Lake Mead and the Las Vegas area. They pick up and return patrons from their hotel by air-conditioned ground transportation.

Powerhouse Rock Climbing Center - 8201 W Charleston Boulevard, #B / 702-254-5604 / $ Offering over 9,000 square feet of climbing surface, with skill levels from novice to advanced climbers are welcome at the center. Classes are offered in technique and fundamentals, also personal instructors are a part of the services offered.

Richard Petty Driving Experience - 6975 Speedway Boulevard, Unit D-106 / Las Vegas NV / (800) BE-PETTY / $ Ever dream of driving in a NASCAR race? This could be your chance to experience the thrill of a Winston Cup-type qualifying run around a track. Levels from “Ride-A-Long’ to experienced level courses are offered, spend an afternoon or a couple of days making your race car aspirations come true. / reservations Required

Sandy Valley Ranch - Kingston Road / Sandy Valley / 702-631-0463 / 877-726-3998 / $ Looking to be part of the cowboy experience? This popular attraction offers horseback riding excursions through the desert along with round-ups, roping and trail rides, all may be accompanied by an end of the day barbeque. / reservations Required

Scandia Family Fun Center - 2900 Sirius Avenue / Las Vegas NV / 702-364-0070 / $ As the name implies, great for the whole family. The center has miniature golf, go-carts and batting cages along with an arcade to soothe the video game junky in your group.

Stratosphere Tower - 2000 S. Las Vegas Boulevard / 702 -380-7777 / $ Ascend the country’s tallest free-standing tower for a few thrills beyond belief! Besides the observation Deck at the 869 foot level, you may want to try the world’s highest roller coaster, the High Roller! It’s lowest point is 909 above the ground, so you know you’ve been somewhere when you take a trip on this one. Another feature on the Stratosphere Tower is the Big Shot. Would you like to shoot to the top of the tower and then free-fall from above 100 stories in the air?

Warbird Flights - / $ From 15 minute to one hour training flights, learn how it feels to go up in one of these piston-powered warbirds. Each of the longer flights are unique and tailored to your whims and requests, how about a few aileron rolls to get you going!

Wet 'n Wild Water Park - 2601 S. Las Vegas Boulevard / Las Vegas NV / 702-871-7811 / $ It’s white water on The Strip, at least it feels that way. There’s the Royal Flush, a towering drop down a chute at 45 mph into a swirling bowl that dumps you still spinning into a deep pool of water, or Bomb-Bay that drops you feet first into a high speed water slide. There are tamer water flume offerings for those who are less adventurous - float away the day on the Lazy River or play with the kiddies in Kid’s Park. It’s a cool way to spend a hot day!

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