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Livin' La Vida Vegas!
Las Vegas with Little Ones
By C.J. Johnson
Treasure Island Buffet
(702) 849-7111
3300 Las Vegas Boulevard
Specializes in prime rib and salmon.
A don't miss for families is Mandalay Bay Shark Reef. Walking into the Shark Reef is like taking a step into a warm rain cloud: steamy, foggy and inviting. White crocodiles hover in the waters just inside the entrance, eels lurk behind boulders and great white sharks circle the tanks at the far end of the reef.
These creatures are truly impressive, but the highlight of the visit was the petting pool. Within its shallow depths, leopard sharks swish by, horseshoe crabs scuttle about and starfish cling to the bottom. Each visitor is allowed to gently stroke each animal and snatch photos. Sleeves may get soggy in the process, but having such a personal encounter with marine animals is worth it.
The dolphins at Siegfried and Roy's Secret Garden are fabulous! Via underwater windows it is easy to glimpse these playful mammals in action and just as easy to observe them from above. The tour guides are knowledgeable and make the visit informative. After the dolphin encounter, visitors proceed to the lairs of the white tigers and lions. These huge cats are stunning in their unique whiteness, but watch out for the male white lion – he has a bad disposition and loves to empty his bladder on unsuspecting tourists. Adult admission is $10; children younger than 10 are free.
Circus Circus holds many adventures for children. Under the pink "big top" you'll find a roller coaster ready to provide countless rides to make children shriek with joy. Teenagers will especially enjoy the huge arcade.
