Reno, Nevada is a vacation spot that offers just about every experience to satisfy any personality. From golfing, skiing, gambling and dining, there is no shortage of activities to participate in. Some travelers may be a little weary about bringing their kids to the largest gaming state in the U.S. Challenging this notion, Reno and the rest of Nevada have created kid-friendly experiences for the entire family to enjoy. Now anyone can visit "The Biggest Little City in the World."
Terrible's Sands Regency Casino Hotel
Terrible's Sand Regency Casino takes great advantage of the golf courses located in the Reno/Lake Tahoe area. In fact, there are over forty different golf courses all located within an hour of each other. Terrible's offers golf packages ranging from a starter package to an advance package. You can build your own golf package or purchase a pre-built golf package that gives golfers access to various golf courses and amenities including golf carts.
Terrible's offers the largest standard rooms in Reno in addition to family-sized rooms that are available upon request. Terrible's is also home to the largest pool complex in Reno. A children's pool is available to all hotel guests. There is even a babysitting service available for parents that might want to get away to enjoy the comedy club or play a table game.
Terrible's Sand Regency Casino Hotel
345 N. Arlington
Reno, NV 89501
(866) 386-7829
sandsregency.com
Silver Legacy Resort
Silver Legacy Resort is well-known for its entertainment. Casino Player Magazine voted Silver Legacy as having the best entertainment, best concerts and best comedy clubs in Reno. Silver Legacy also provides entertainment that the entire family can enjoy. The El Dorado Showroom is home to several different shows throughout the year that are kid-friendly. An ice show plays during the winter season and tribute bands often take the stage. Silver Legacy is also home to a 120 foot mine rig. Located in the world's largest composite dome, the automated rig is complete with ore cars. The dome is 75,000 square feet and hosts an hourly light show with lasers.
The Adventure Desk at Silver Legacy offers a completely different experience away from the casino. Any time of the year, the adventure desk offers different activities you can enjoy in Reno. For the spring and summer season, kayaks and rafts are available for use. During the fall and winter months, snowboards and skis are the popular choice. Rock climbing, hot air balloon flights and horseback expeditions are also available.
Silver Legacy Resort
407 N. Virginia St.
Reno, NV 89501
(800) 687-8733
silverlegacyreno.com
Circus Circus Reno
Circus Circus is one of the most famous names in the casino business when it comes to family fun. This hotel/casino offers an extensive activities list for people of all ages. Free circus shows are available to watch on the main stage. Imperial Acrobats of China will amaze your family with juggling and innovative uses of bicycles and unicycles. The JR Johns show pleases crowds with trained dogs. Finally, Bounce offers high-flying fun where performers twist and flip through the air. The Midway is another place the entire family can take advantage of. Over 26 carnival games are waiting for you to win and take home a stuffed animal for your child. Over 40 redemption games and 60 arcade games are in the Midway as well.
Circus Circus also offers two golf packages. The first is the Rosewood Lakes Golf Package. With this $65 package (as of 2009), you receive one night's stay at Circus Circus and one round of golf and Rosewood Lakes Golf Course. The Wolf Run Golf Package is $109 and offers two nights in Circus Circus with one round of golf at Wolf Run Golf Course.
Circus Circus Reno Hotel & Casino
500 N. Sierra St.
Reno, NV 89503
(800) 684-5010
circusreno.com
About The Author
David Montoya is a recent graduate of UCLA School of Law in addition to receiving his Master of Arts degree in American Indian studies. Throughout his legal studies and experience, Montoya has become familiar with Native American legal and social issues in addition to real estate law. His writings, covering a range of topics including law and travels, have appeared in eHow and Travels.com.
