Vegas, Baby

I have never been on an airplane. I am petrified to be in the air. This puts a damper on travel plans, because Junior would have to drive where ever we decide to go. I was just watching an episode of Friends, and it was the one where they all go to Vegas. Phoebe and Joey drive back in a cab, and it gave me a glimpse into what the trip might be like.

I have a friend who has been to Vegas, and I have seen her pictures. Talk about a beautiful, colorful place. She had video of her and her boyfriend walking through a kind of tunnel, but the ceiling was all lights. It was amazing.

This led me to do a little research. She said all the hotels were great, but I know that if Junior and I were to go, I would want to stay in the perfect hotel. We would probably have the kids with us, too, so I would like to find a kid friendly hotel. I found the New York-New York Hotel and Casino, and it sounds perfect for us. They have a Coney Island amusement center that offers arcade games, bumper cars, and laser tag. Oh, and let's not forget The Manhattan Express Roller Coaster or their recreations of Central Park and Times Square. I grew up in New York, so all of these sites are familiar to me. It would be fun to see the spin they put on it.

Of course, no trip to Vegas is complete without seeing some Vegas Shows. I have heard great things about The Blue Man Show, and Cirque du Soleil. I believe both of these shows are also kid friendly, so that's a plus. I'm not much of a gambler, so I would much rather spend my time in Vegas taking in some shows, and doing some sightseeing.

Then after about a week, we would be ready to head home. Hopefully with most of the money we came with, and memories to last us for years.