Las Vegas
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2008 10Best Bet - Award Winners
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DOWNTOWN. If you live by the adage, "One man's trash is another man's treasure," then this swap's for you! Nevada's oldest and largest open-air swap meet, Broadacres boasts everything imaginable, from antiques to clothes to home decor to tools to fresh produce. And snack bars, pony rides, and a petting zoo make shopping with the kids more tolerable. It's an eclectic, interesting adventure!
EAST OF THE STRIP. Need to exchange a buffalo? Can't help you. But if you're looking to buy, sell, or trade fashions, you'll love Buffalo Exchange. Its variety is tremendous, and prices are right. It's got that edgy, trendy, thrift-store vibe and is chock full of one-of-a-kind vintage pieces but you'll also find designer labels and new merchandise. Best of all, recycled clothes are environmentally friendly.
HENDERSON. Believe it or not, Las Vegas isn't just about debauchery there are churches, too! And Central Christian is definitely worth a visit. Each service begins with an uplifting three-song set by Central's amazing house band, complete with light effects and backdrops, just like a Christian concert. Afterward, Pastor Jud Wilhite delivers messages that are profound and profoundly real, applicable, and down-to-earth.
WEST OF THE STRIP. It isn't far from the Strip, but this local enterprise is a great place to get away from the "tourist" atmosphere and be part of the residential scene. There's a 24-hour kitchen, reasonably priced drinks, and mandatory bar amenities like pool tables, dartboards, plasma-screen TVs, and a dance floor. Every weekend, local bands are the featured entertainment and on "Trauma Tuesdays," there are house DJs.
WEST LAS VEGAS. Vegas is a far cry from the country, but you can still enjoy the bounty of the land when you sniff out the city's farmers markets. Vendors, both local and from surrounding states, bring in fresh produce and home-baked goods three times a week. Treats like kettle corn and smoked meats round out the festive atmosphere, and live music is an occasional perk as well.
WEST LAS VEGAS. Whether you're the next Kristi Yamaguchi or have two left skates, you'll enjoy a cool spin around the rink at the Ice Center. Freestyle skating allows you to practice your own moves, while classes (ranging from $15-290) teach you to move like a pro. There's even a gym and an equipment shop but of course, you can easily rent skates if you don't own your own.
WEST OF THE STRIP. What could be better on a hot day than a riveting hockey match and a cool place to watch it? Show some local spirit by heading to Orleans Arena for a Wranglers home game. The team even plays an annual midnight match-up to accommodate people in the gaming industry who have to work during normal game times. It may be minor league, but it's major fun. The season runs October through April.
MOUNT CHARLESTON. When the heat in the valley becomes unbearable, locals know where to find relief beautiful Mount Charleston. Just a few minutes from the city, this high-altitude escape is 30 degrees cooler on average and beautiful to boot! Hike, camp, or just take a peaceful drive, and when you reach the top, stop at cozy Mount Charleston Lodge for a meal or a drink.
WEST LAS VEGAS. Most locals steer clear of the Strip but what's Vegas without a little gambling? Red Rock is one of the newer "local" casinos, geared more toward residents than tourists. With its posh decor and swanky spa, it shares elements with the Strip's glittering giants, but it still maintains a "community hangout" feel with family restaurants, theaters, bowling lanes, and a day care facility.
DOWNTOWN. People may not think of Vegas as a "cultural mecca" ... but it does have a fantastic arts district. In the heart of it lies The Arts Factory, a one-stop shopping destination for tons of galleries and design studios. You'll find photographers, painters, graphic designers, a yoga studio (that's right), and Tinoco's Bistro, a trendy, arty eatery. A treat for the eyes and the taste buds! Instead of looking like a tourist, it's satisfying to blend into the background and experience the city like a local. Here, we'll let you know about the locales that city residents frequent. On the list are places like Saturday farmers' markets, summer music concerts, and even historic churches that pull folks in each Sunday. We'll direct you to bypass the tourist traps and get a feel for what it's like to live rather than to sightsee.
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Instead of looking like a tourist, it's satisfying to blend into the background and experience the city like a local. Here, we'll let you know about the locales that city residents frequent. On the list are places like Saturday farmers' markets, summer music concerts, and even historic churches that pull folks in each Sunday. We'll direct you to bypass the tourist traps and get a feel for what it's like to live rather than to sightsee.
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