What a fantastic place! Beautiful pieces and the owners are so nice! Did a workshop here with…read morefriends, recommend this to everyone, so much fun and creativity! Will definitely be back

I took my first class making glass pendants with 4 friends. The gallery itself was a wonderful…read moresurprise. It is a huge space, stunning, and well worth a visit to see the artists' work for sale and on display. The class was well organized and everyone attending was given personalized instruction and attention. The owners are very friendly and love to share their long careers in glass media of all kinds. We were able to choose our materials from an unending supply of colors and types of glass. We were all thrilled with our results, picked up a week later after firing. I have already signed up for another class! The classes are offered at a reasonable price point and the owners are willing to host private parties with 10 or more paid attendees. We all took cards to give friends and plan to return many times! 5 stars plus!!

Everyone has a magical place to go to where negativity disappears. One of the magical places I go…read moreto is the Magic Tree in the Lake Mead National Recreation Area off of the River Mountains Loop Trail at Mile Marker 13. The Magic Tree is a tall cottonwood tree that got its name from it being magic that a tall cottonwood thrives in the desert. In an exaggerated way it reminds me of the Tree of Life in Walt Disney World's Animal Kingdom. Seeing it in proportion to the desert, the Magic Tree looks monumental. Then again, it isn't an exageration that the Magic Tree is The Tree of Life. When my spirit is dying and I have worries, this is a special spot where I leave the material world to open up my soul. This has been a place where I have prayed and spent time in reflection. If anything it has improved my quality of life. This is a magical place that is accessible by a 1.2 mile hike or bike ride on the precious River Mountains Loop Trail (abbreviated RMLT). To reach the parking lot from the Las Vegas Valley, you want to head eastbound on Lake Mead Parkway (Nevada Route 564) all the way to the boundary of the Lake Mead National Recreation Area border. Immediately before the Fee Station, you will turn right into the RMLT parking lot. This is a modern parking lot with sufficient parking spaces. From the parking lot you will head toward a kiosk. Here, you will see some useful information about the area. Beyond the kiosk is a short RMLT spur. At the T-intersection, turn left on the River Mountains Loop Trail. The paved trail starts off straight as it brings you into the Lake Mead National Recreation Area. At this point the trail transitions into a rural landscape with a parallel equestrian trail. The trail gains elevation as the 's-curves blend into the contours of the desert hills. The scenery improves with a scenic overlook of Lake Las Vegas and a vista of the rolling desert carpet reaching toward the mountains and Lake Mead. In the distance below, you could make out a Circle of green. This is the Magic Tree. The RMLT winds along another s-curve as it lowers back to the desert floor. It soon straightens out as it rejoins the equestrian trail. Near the mile marker 13, it will separate from the equestrian trail again. Now you want to keep right on the equestrian trail that will reach the Magic Tree in a short distance. The Magic Tree looks more like a savanna than a desert. It is an oasis. When you look at the Magic Tree you will notice a pipeline travelling horizontal in its shadow. This pipeline itself is interesting for the fact that it is one of the first water pipelines from Lake Mead. This very water is part of the soundtrack to a visit to the Magic Tree. If you close your eyes, it has that nice sound of a waterfall. To take in the Grand views of the Magic Tree, I suggest that you duck under the pipeline. This is the spot to spend time in reflection at the Magic Tree. Beyond the Magic Tree is a magical world of hiking trails. I call the trail originating from the Magic Tree toward the River Mountains foothills the Magic Tree Trail. It travels on a rocky topography through small canyons with slight elevation gains. In March, the wildflower bloom brings the desert to life. This is an area worthy of exploring. I give the Magic Tree five stars. How can I give a magical place any less?

Seven magic Mountains is a short walk and well worth it. It's a little south of the strip but if…read moreyou have a car, it's definitely worth the drive. The path from the parking lot is flat and gravel so it's easy getting there. Just be aware if you're going in the summer take lots of water as there's no shade and it gets very hot. Definitely check this out if you're near Vegas, it won't take much time and you'll be glad you did

Such a cute stop right outside of Las Vegas! It's a colorful art installation in the middle of the…read moredesert and makes for some really fun photos. It doesn't take long to visit, so it's easy to add to your Vegas itinerary if you want to do something outside of the Strip. Definitely worth the stop if you're already in the area! Seven Magic Mountains, Nevada 8/10 -- quick, free & photo-worthy

Sightseeing in Las Vegas, Nevada…read more.. While browsing through my Yelp app under "Local Flavor", I remembered seeing "The Wishing Tree", but didn't pay attention to the location because I didn't think we would be in the vicinity. Lo and behold... My friends and I happened to be walking through the Grand Canal Shoppes at the Venetian when I spotted The Wishing Tree! I was so shocked... I forgot about trying to scan the QR code and making a wish. Shucks!!! I guess we'll need to return and try it out!

No one knows exactly why this is called The Wishing Tree. You'll find it on the second floor in The…read moreShoppes at The Palazzo, near Sushisamba. They have cushioned seats around the tree and four charging outlets which is nice! Personally, I think this tree is more like a time-saving compass. From the elevator, I can see the tree. If I go right, the path leads to Sushisamba. If I go left, the path leads to The Venetian Grand Canal Shoppes. But if I keep going straight, that pathway goes through all the designer boutiques and accessories, and I end up shopping!

This is near the center at Crystals. They have different size water vortexes that fill with water…read moreand change colors. It's interesting to watch.

In Las Vegas, amongst the glitz, lights, night life, booze, gambling and shopping (don't get me…read morewrong, these are all pretty fantastic in this 2 mile block of Southern Nevada along the world famous Vegas Strip!), art can often be an after thought. A moment in which in your burry eyed, foggy state of boarding your return flight home, you might vaguely remember a giant thing with tumbling numbers or a giant tree house looking thing you thought was a restaurant. But make no mistake, those items (which are indeed public art) have been placed there for you to see, experience, be mesmerized by and enjoy....whether you actually knew it or not. Crystals and the City Center area that surrounds it, is a treasure trove of some of the city's greatest contemporary, cool art installations. From the cool Mihajima Marks U.S debuted piece that went in to Crystals last year, to the funky cool tree house that houses Maestros designed by David Rockwell or James Turrell's Akhob located inside Louis Vuitton (appointments required, so call well in advance)...great art is everywhere at Crystals! Look up City Center Art Collection before you visit, for if art is your thing, this is a fun scavenger hunt around City Center, in addition to Crystals (the shopping entity at City Center). Most of the pieces are large and can make you travel around the entire site to discover. The art at Crystals can rotate from time to time, so keep your eyes peeled for new stuff during each visit.

Golden Goose Tourist Attraction is an iconic statue in Downtown Las Vegas. You'll find it on the…read morecorner of Fremont and 10th street, right across from The Kitchen at Atomic. The story of the statue dates back to when it was the mascot of the short-lived Golden Goose Casino (April 1974-1980), which was located at 20 Fremont Street and owned by Herb Pastor. The casino was later converted into a gentleman's club called "The Girls of Glitter Gulch." Today, the whole section of Fremont Street have tremendously changed. It's fantastic that the Golden Goose statue was saved. Many of her eggs had been damaged and broken over the decades. It was restored with fresh paint and installed back on Fremont Street in November 2019. It's amazing how it looks at night! The Golden Goose is seen spinning on top of a small purple shipping container. It's wearing a cowboy hat and neckerchief, sitting on a nest of eggs, while holding one golden egg, and sparkling in the night.

A funny little pitstop to grab a quick picture. Just randomly placed around downtown Las Vegas. I…read morebelieve that there is some history in it but I thought it was pretty funny when I was walking back from a nearby coffee shop.

Fun holiday experience! Be sure to add ax throwing into your holiday experience!…read more Lots of Instagram opportunities. Each photo angle gives you a different holiday look. Great fun for adults and kids.

It's so nice to have a lit neighborhood near us to enjoy holiday lights. I only learned about this…read morestreet recently and, yes, mostly every house is decorated for Christmas. This particular street doesn't allow street parking nor does it have sidewalks so you can only drive up and down the street. My favorite house was the Star Wars-themed one--epic! I love that there are still neighborhoods full of holiday cheer for others to enjoy. One house sells hot chocolate and cookies if you are in the mood for a snack, plus their light display is terrific! Merry merry!

Grab some hot cocoa, jump in the car, and take a tour of this lovely street all lit up and shining…read morebright. We went on December 15, 2023. Mellow neighborhood and everyone driving down the street was respectful and driving slowly in order to allow everyone to see the festive decorations. This street is vehicle traffic only- no pedestrian sidewalk and no curb parking. It's one street long so it may seem like it goes too quickly, but drive slow enough to take it all in. There's so much for your eyes to see and appreciate. After, we drove to see "That House on Alan Shepard Street" which is a computerized synchronized Christmas light show that has a radio station you tune in to. Highly recommend both for your Christmas spirit and enjoyment.

Okay, wife was not happy at all with this detour at all. She basically kept looking at me with a…read moreWTF look the last 1 1/2 miles. The journey to view the journey was around 7 miles off route 93. The last part was rock and dirt, and I do not recommend low clearance vehicles despite what I read. No cell service, so don't break down or you are walking back to Chloride. I have FOMO (fear of missing out), so it was worth it for me, but maybe not the backlash from the wife-LOL. The murals were cool and have withstand the test of time pretty well. The history behind them make them more interesting. Google it (Roy Purcell). For us FOMO peeps, cool stop, anyone else you can probably skip and not feel like u missed out. Visitor center had two great ladies who explained how to get there (watch for arrows) and informed me about the petroglyphs.

The Roy Purcell Murals in Chloride, Arizona, are a unique roadside stop worth checking out if…read moreyou're exploring the area. Located just off Route 93 about 23 miles from Kingman, Chloride is considered the oldest continuously populated mining town in the state. The town itself is small but has a few places to grab a drink, browse for Arizona-themed souvenirs, and see some quirky roadside features--like an old bullet-riddled car. The murals are located just outside of town and can be reached via a rough, unpaved road. A truck or vehicle with good clearance is strongly recommended, and 4-wheel drive can be helpful. Trailers are not advised due to the condition of the road. Look for painted arrows on rocks to help guide you along the way. Once you reach the site, the murals are impressive and the surrounding desert view adds to the atmosphere. It's a quiet and remote area, and you may find yourself the only one there. Overall, it's a nice off-the-beaten-path spot that gives you a taste of Arizona's artistic and historical side.