This marks my sixth trip to Vegas, and number 7 for Dennis. In all that time, we've never ventured off the strip. Today we changed that - we rented a car and headed out to Red Rock Canyon. There's a 21k loop that you can drive, with turnouts to do some hiking or take pictures.
Initially we thought, "Geez, that would be a great half-marathon - I wonder why they don't do one?" We quickly found out why - it would be brutal! No one in their right mind would sign up for it! Aside from the heat (which wasn't even that bad on the day we went) it was very hilly, which would be quite a challenge. It was gorgeous though. The scenery wouldn't be enough distraction for the pain, but as far as driving it - it was lovely. We could have taken a bus tour out but it was nice to take a car and go at our own pace. We hadn't brought hiking gear but I think next time we would seriously consider it. (As long as we had plenty of water with us.)
After we finished touring Red Rock, we drove out to Primm Outlets for some shopping. We had always wondered how they were. It was okay but the Premium Outlets and Ross are still a bit better. Nevertheless, I managed to find a dress at Lucky Brand and pants, a dress, and a top at the Lee's outlet.
Because Primm didn't take as long as expected, we were able to squeeze in another outlet mall. But first we stopped for a bite to eat at I Love Burgers:
Initially we thought, "Geez, that would be a great half-marathon - I wonder why they don't do one?" We quickly found out why - it would be brutal! No one in their right mind would sign up for it! Aside from the heat (which wasn't even that bad on the day we went) it was very hilly, which would be quite a challenge. It was gorgeous though. The scenery wouldn't be enough distraction for the pain, but as far as driving it - it was lovely. We could have taken a bus tour out but it was nice to take a car and go at our own pace. We hadn't brought hiking gear but I think next time we would seriously consider it. (As long as we had plenty of water with us.)
After we finished touring Red Rock, we drove out to Primm Outlets for some shopping. We had always wondered how they were. It was okay but the Premium Outlets and Ross are still a bit better. Nevertheless, I managed to find a dress at Lucky Brand and pants, a dress, and a top at the Lee's outlet.
Because Primm didn't take as long as expected, we were able to squeeze in another outlet mall. But first we stopped for a bite to eat at I Love Burgers:
It was at the restaurant - when I went into the washroom to wash my hands - that I discovered a major husband fail. Dennis had let me walk around for I don't know how long (2 hours or so?!) with my shirt on inside out. Aargh! I guess attention to detail isn't his strong suit.
After our late lunch/early dinner we prowled around the outlet mall. I didn't go into too many places, as I was getting a little shopped out. The only store I was interested in was Charming Charlie:
After our late lunch/early dinner we prowled around the outlet mall. I didn't go into too many places, as I was getting a little shopped out. The only store I was interested in was Charming Charlie:
I went to one in Phoenix and it was wonderful - so over the top with it's pretty sparkly things. The store is huge and it's a lot to take in. I tried to go quickly but I'm sure it was still pure torture for Dennis.
After that, we went to a movie theater to catch Guardians of the Galaxy. The theatre was quite nice. For $11 we got luxury seats that reclined. It was like watching a movie at home, although I did manage to stay awake the whole time!
Our first full day in Vegas and it was exactly that - full!
After that, we went to a movie theater to catch Guardians of the Galaxy. The theatre was quite nice. For $11 we got luxury seats that reclined. It was like watching a movie at home, although I did manage to stay awake the whole time!
Our first full day in Vegas and it was exactly that - full!