Over 1,000 Water nozzles and 4,000 individually programmed white lights
in Lake Bellagio (in front of the hotel) produce illuminated fountains of
water choreographed to music. This is a show that has to be seen to be
appreciated. It is both spectacular and stunning. Although the hotel advises
that the schedule may vary or be cancelled during periods of high winds, the
Fountain show times from Monday through Friday are every 30 minutes between 3
p.m. and 8. p.m. and every 15 minutes between then and midnight. On Saturday
the show starts at 12 noon.
Shows last between five a ten minutes and the fountains are choreographed
for approximately 30 tunes ranging from popular to classical. Each show
focuses on one piece of music, so you can find something new if you stay to
watch successive performances.
Lake Bellagio is huge (8 acres) and
there are a number of areas where you can view the display. We think that the best,
free viewing spots are along the elevated terraces leading up to the hotel on the south
(or left side when standing on the street). Of course, the best views are
from some of the restaurants and bars in the hotel. Click below to see our
video of the dancing fountains put on an attractive night performance.
An updated version of the
former pirate battle between three-masted sailing
galleons that features a music and dance show on the waters, in
which the Sirens of TI lure the pirates to their cove for what the hotel labels
as a “21st century party”. Whatever, it (or the attractive dancers) still
draws large crowds. The effects (explosions, lights, etc.) are great),
although the physical assets of the cast far outstretch the
presentational qualities of their performance (and their outfits)!
The
show is presented in the Siren’s Cove along Los Vegas Boulevard at the front of
the Treasure Island.
If you are a guest of the hotel, you may qualify for preferential position in the
viewing cue - ask when you check-in. Performances are held nightly at 5:30, 7, 8:30 and 10. For more
information, click this link from the Treasure Island -
The Sirens of TI: Nightly Performances.
You may have noticed that there is a fifty foot volcano in the front of the
Mirage. Well, it is much more interesting at night when it erupts in
spectacular flames that shoot approximately 50 feet above the volcano while
fiery "lava" cascade into the water below. Every hour from 6p.m.
to midnight in winter,
starting at 7 in spring and 8 in summer, weather permitting.
Another
stunning aspect of the Mirage is often seen only by those checking in.
Behind the front desk (to the right of the main entrance when you enter) is
a 20,000 gallon saltwater aquarium that simulates a coral reef. The tank is
53 feet long, eight feet high and 6 feet wide (although you can view it only
from the front). Over 60 species of sea life populate the tank. Click
the image below to see our video of the volcano eruption at the Mirage.
The Habitat at the MGM
Grand is open from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
daily. The Lion Habitat is interesting, informative and
very popular with kids. The lions roam a large, glass walled enclosure that allows for great
views of these majestic animals (usually several are on view at any time).
There is a see-through walkway tunnel that runs through the Habitat,
allowing lions to prowl above and below the visitor. Trainers provide informative presentations, but the time
varies depending on the activity level of the animals . By the way, the lions actually live at a ranch outside Las
Vegas. For more information, click this link from the MGM Grand and
then select the Lion Habitat logo on the left -
Visit the Lion Habitat at MGM Grand
.
Nightly is a unique recreation of Brazil Carnivale
featuring fantastic floats suspended from the ceiling that glide around the
casino, coupled with costumed entertainers, music, and dance. The show is
daily at 3, 4, 5, 6:30,7:30, 8:30 and 9:30. It is great fun to see and If
you want to spring for $12.95 you can don a costume, ride in a float and
become part of the parade. Age, height and fitness restrictions apply, if you
want to participate. See this
page of the Rio web site for more information.
The Freemont Street Experience in Downtown Las Vegas includes Viva Vision
- a light and sound show that features one of the largest,
animated, overhead displays around. The display, over five football
fields long, is coupled with a half-million watt audio system and the
light shows are great fun. the "Experience" displays a variety of original shows and soundtracks.
It's free and if you are in the area, you cant miss it (literally). For more
information see
http://www.vegasexperience.c You will need to take transportation to get to Downtown Las Vegas.
Downtown Las Vegas is not as attractive as the Strip, but it is making a comeback of sorts. In any event, if you are a poker player or want to take a look at old style Las Vegas while it still exists,
consider a visit to Binion's Gambling Hall & Hotel at 128 E. Fremont
Street Las Vegas, NV 89101. Visit their web site for more details
http://www.binions.com/.
The Flamingo has a small wildlife habitat that hosts a flock of pink,
Chilean Flamingos, assorted other birds, turtles and Koi. In all,
there are over 300 birds featured in the Wildlife Habitat. For more
information, see this Flamingo web site article featuring the
Wildlife Habitat.
Click any section of the circle below for our page
containing that information. The segment shown in gold indicates
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