Las Vegas , Live Shows & Grand Canyon with Midi & Isobel

 Las Vegas, Live Shows & Grand Canyon 

The Flamingo, our hotel for the week, felt like stepping straight onto a movie set: neon-pink lights, swaying palm trees, marble floors, and the hum of the casino below. After settling into our spacious rooms, we soaked in the glittering sights and the buzz of one of the world’s most famous cities — the adventure had officially begun.

Stepping out onto Las Vegas Boulevard, the energy hit like a neon tidal wave: street performers, flashing lights, towering hotels, and the smell of sizzling street food. At The Bellagio, the Conservatory and Botanical Gardens dazzled with autumn displays, moving water features, and thousands of flowers — pure magic. Designer shops tempted the wallets, while the famous fountains danced outside to music. Clinton enjoyed a lucky $20 win at the casino, immediately spent on a souvenir t-shirt — the first of many memories.

Evening brought the Michael Jackson Tribute Concert at Harrah’s. Lights, dancers, classic hits, and the crowd singing along made it unforgettable. Jane’s excitement hit new heights when she caught a T-shirt from the stage and met the cast for photos and autographs. We finished the night with a nightcap in the hotel bar, serenaded by a live singer — a perfect first Vegas night.

We hit the road to the Hoover Dam. Here we saw the scale was jaw-dropping — 726 feet high, spanning Nevada and Arizona, with tunnels, turbines, and an observation deck offering endless views of the Colorado River

A day in the desert took us to the Grand Canyon’s West Rim, traveling from neon lights to endless red rock vistas. At Eagle Point, we admired the majestic eagle-shaped rock formation and learned its Native American legend. The highlight: stepping onto the Skywalk, a horseshoe-shaped glass platform 4,000 feet above the canyon floor — thrilling, terrifying, and unforgettable. Professional photos captured the moment, and lunch at the cliff-edge café offered views that seemed to stretch forever. We explored recreated Native American dwellings before heading back to Vegas, greeted by a sunset painting the desert in gold, pink, and orange.

Dinner at Caesars Palace was surrounded by marble statues and Roman fountains, while fun outside included hilarious photo moments with Chippendales and feathered Showgirls.

  We started the day at the Venetian, where gondolas floated beneath painted ceilings and St. Mark’s Square’s live opera filled the air. 

A highlight was 'All Shook Up' Elvis tribute show. The energy was electric as “The King” rocked the stage in his iconic white jumpsuit. Jane’s encounter with Elvis a hand kiss and a yellow silk scarf left the group buzzing as we sang “Can’t Help Falling in Love” on the way back.

The Las Vegas Monorail gave a bird’s-eye view of the Strip, glittering rooftops, and the endless desert beyond. We tested our luck at Planet Hollywood’s casino — Jane’s $40 win was celebrated with high-fives. The Paris Hotel transported us to Europe, with a replica Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, cobbled streets, and charming cafés. Afternoon highlights included the Bellagio fountains, performing to “Time to Say Goodbye” — pure perfection.

We headed to The Sphere, a 4D experience of The Wizard of Oz, complete with wind, fog, fire, and even falling apples. Everyone left wide-eyed, it was like stepping straight into the movie.