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W E ’ V E A LWAY S B E E N A L I T T L E D I F F E R E N T. A L I T T L E W I L D E R . A L I T T L E W O O L L I E R .
sucked all the fun out of. THIS IS RENO TAHOE U.S.A.
THE HOME OF BOARDERS AND BURNERS, BALLOON RACERS, AND BURGERS AS BIG AS YOUR HEAD.
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“I THINK YOUR LUNCH IS
BLOCKING OUT THE SUN.”
Reno Tahoe USA is redefining the art of dining. You’ve heard the
expression “So hungry I could eat a cow.” Test the theory at the Little
Nugget Diner in Reno with an Awful Awful burger and the one pound
of fries that go with it, rated the best by the Travel Channel No. 1. For
a breakfast that threatens to eliminate all future meals, check out the
Squeeze In for the best omelets on the planet – worthy of a throw-
down with Food Network’s Bobby Flay No. 2, or Peg’s Glorified Ham
& Eggs, named the Best Breakfast in America by Esquire No. 3. A trip
down 4th Street offers the best locals experience at Louis’ Basque
Corner, with family-style dining and the legendary Picon punch that’ll
knock you on your derriere in one fell swoop No. 4.
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“DO YOU? DO YOU? KISS HER. DONE.”
No. 5 Weddings in Reno chapels can be quick, easy and inexpensive.
Hopefully, not the same descriptive for the marriage.
No. 6 The hottest club in Reno has the area’s best dance parties,
including weekly salsa lessons with dance-offs. All-nighters come
standard.
No. 7 The Carson City Ghost Walk is a spine-chilling walk through his-
toric homes featuring the spirits that still linger. Don’t expect to see
Casper here. Tours available in spring and fall.
No. 8 Tahoe Tessie is like the Loch Ness, but much more laid back and
minus the accent.
“SURE, IT WAS CONSIDERED MODERN
ART. 10,000 YEARS AGO.”
No. 9 We’re 82% sure the sacred messages etched in rock reads “Reno
rocks!” Check out the area’s petroglyphs.
No. 11 They say the fish in the Truckee River have the most bling in
town. Betty Draper and Marilyn Monroe are both partially to thank.
It’s safer than tossing the ex-husband into the river, but not quite as
gratifying.
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“FOLKS, HANG ON TO YOUR
HATS AND GLASSES.”
DOWNTOWN SEGWAY TOURS START INSIDE THE SILVER LEGACY RESORT
CASINO ON THE WEST STREET LOWER LEVEL
No. 22 It’s one of 33 tournaments in the race for the FedEx Cup. Start
making “Caddyshack” references now.
No. 23 Remember the Winter Olympic Games of 1960? We do. Fondly.
No. 24 It’s a prehistoric lake filled with mystery (and Cutthroat Trout)!
And it just so happens it is the default photo on the iPad.
“SUSHI IN THE SKY
WITH DIAMONDS.”
ATLANTIS CASINO RESORT SPA, 3800 S. VIRGINIA STREET
RENO, NEVADA 89502
No. 25 Defy gravity in the amazing glass elevator in Reno’s only con-
cierge tower. Or for even more great views, try the all-you-can-eat
sushi in the Sky Terrace.
No. 26 If you’re a connoisseur of the finer things in life, get a load of
this – the Atlantis Spa features a treatment so unique, only eight spas
in the entire country have bragging rights.
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“EXCUSE ME, BUT THERE’S A
GOLD NUGGET IN MY SOUP.”
VIRGINIA CITY IS ONLY 26 MILES FROM RENO. TRAVEL UP THE
BEAUTIFUL, WINDING NV-341/GEIGER GRADE ROAD UNTIL YOU
STUMBLE UPON THE OLD WILD WEST.
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“SIGNS OF THE TIMES.”
No. 29 No trip to Reno Tahoe is complete without a Kodak moment
below one, or both, of our famous arches.
No. 30 A gateway to the West for old-world adventurers with unique
shopping and historic eateries.
No. 31 The state’s first legal brothel inspired a Hollywood film. Check
out the Ranch’s $6 million renovation; grab a souvenir and nothing
more.
No. 32 The view of Reno Tahoe is just better from 10,776 feet. Pack a
picnic; this is a day trip you won’t forget.
“AS IF REGULAR BULLS WEREN’T
EXTREME ENOUGH.”
RENO RODEO AND THE XTREME BULL RIDING TOUR STOP,
RENO-SPARKS LIVESTOCK EVENTS CENTER
1350 NORTH WELLS AVE • RENO, NEVADA 89512
No. 33 It’s ten days of genuine roping and bull riding every June in
Reno. The rugged cowboys and Jack Daniels tent don’t hurt either.
No. 34 A really bad week to be a pig. A really great week to eat like one.
No. 35 Think it’s just for hippies? Just ask the LA Times Travel section
and the 50,000 people who attend.
No. 37 Watch JR Johns and his hilarious hounds perform mind-bog-
gling acrobatic tricks every day, FREE!
No. 38 Play a hand of blackjack on the casino floor one minute, and
then play Chicken-in-a-pot on the Midway next. Great games for kids of
all ages, available under one roof.
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“TRUCKEE RIVER INSTRUCTIONS
– WASH, RINSE, REPEAT.”
A river runs through it, literally, and when the water is pumping, it
produces up to Class III rapids. The 120-mile-long Truckee River is the
sole outlet of beautiful Lake Tahoe. It cuts through the heart of down-
town Reno and Sparks, offering limitless recreation for splashers of
all ages and skill levels. No. 40 Spend a peaceful afternoon fishing,
lazily drift on a raft, compete with world-class kayakers or indulge in
the monthly wine walk along the Riverwalk District, rated as one of
“America’s Coolest River Walks” in Travel and Leisure. The Riverwalk
is 1.5 miles long featuring a 12-mile pedestrian path that connects two
urban whitewater parks No. 41.
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“A LITTLE LESS CONVERSATION,
A LITTLE MORE ELVIS.”
ELVIS’ GUN AND JEWEL COLLECTION, 200 NORTH MCCARRAN BLVD
SPARKS, NEVADA AT SIERRA SID’S CASINO AND TRUCK STOP
No. 42 Because it makes sense for a truck stop to house Elvis’ guns
and jewels. Yes, you read that right.
“A PERFECT STORM
OF AWESOMENESS.”
No. 43 Food off the grill, live music and great brews! Where else but
the BBQ, Brews & Blues Festival could you find Unibroue and Hairy
Eyeball Ale? Held annually in June.
No. 45 Fun for the whole family – really. Try a daredevil water slide or
float the afternoon on an inner tube while mom and dad hang in the
adult lounge.
“DO THESE PANTS COME IN
TABLE FELT GREEN?”
Did someone say shopping? We’ve got souvenir shops, retro chic
bargains and name brands galore; from the Summit open-air center
No. 46, hip and trendy Cal Ave No. 47 or Meadowood Mall No. 48,
a half mile from the Reno-Sparks Convention Center. Or if you look
great in camo, don’t miss the 125,000-square-foot Cabela’s west of
Reno No. 49.
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“DINNER FOR SOME.
TRANSCENDENTAL EXPERIENCE
FOR OTHERS.”
ELDORADO HOTEL CASINO, 345 N. VIRGINIA STREET
RENO, NEVADA 89501
No. 50 La Strada is one of the Top 10 Italian Restaurants in the U.S.
You have to try the famous Mushroom Ravioli.
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“LIFE’S A BEACH.
AND THEN YOU DINE.”
GRAND SIERRA RESORT, 2500 E. SECOND STREET
RENO, NEVADA 89595
No. 53 Party at The Beach in the summer with poolside cabanas by
day and night and spectacular live entertainment.
No. 54 After a long day of laser tag, bowling and extreme sports,
unwind at Reserve, an elegant self-service wine bar.
No. 55 Dine with celebrity chefs and enjoy exquisite meals at any one
of three Charlie Palmer Restaurants.
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“GLASS BRIDGE, ELEPHANT GARAGE . . .
YA KNOW, THE USUAL.”
THUNDERBIRD LODGE, OPEN MAY – OCTOBER AT 5000 HIGHWAY 28,
INCLINE VILLAGE, NEVADA
No. 56 This mansion on Lake Tahoe is impressive. Then you see the
600’ underground tunnel bursting with secrets.
No. 58 Rhymed couplets are all the rage. We’re just trying to fit in.
No. 60 The Reno Aces ballpark is an $81-million dollar facility in down-
town Reno at a price everyone can afford. Every seat is a great seat!
No. 61 At the adjacent Freight House District, the party never stops.
Literally. They throw a great party 365 days a year.
No. 62 You’ll inevitably get swept into the roaring enthusiasm of the
fans and experience a whole new level of sportsmanship.
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“KICK IT REALLY OLD SCHOOL.”
GENOA IS 42 MILES SOUTH OF RENO ALONG HWY 395
No. 65 Rated one of the “Best Places to Take Kids”, ride in a 1926
motorcar for under $5!
No. 67 The Legends at Sparks Marina in Sparks, Nevada has more than
50 shops, restaurants and entertainment experiences. More impor-
tantly, the stores featured at the Legends are not available anywhere
else in the region! Plus, the shopping experience is both educational
and fun, with a Walk of Northern Nevada Legends complete with stat-
ues, art and medallions depicting prominent figures from Nevada’s
history. And you cannot miss out on the 65-foot indoor Ferris wheel
inside Scheels, the 295-000 square-foot sports store. It doesn’t hurt
that there’s also a homemade fudge shop, NASCAR simulator and
shooting range. Who could resist this kind of shopping experience?
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“SOUP SO GOOD,
IT’LL MAKE YOU CRY.”
HARRAH’S RENO HOTEL AND CASINO, 219 NORTH CENTER STREET
RENO, NEVADA 89501
No. 68 Creamy five onion soup – five kinds of onions blended with
wine, served exclusively in the Steak House. Breath mints anyone?
No. 69 Beer pong – the only skill you mastered in college in an arena
the sport deserves.
No. 70 Café Diablo – this heavenly tasting devilish drink literally fires
up when ready.
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“LADIES AND GENTLEMEN,
START YOUR CAMELS.”
If it’s got wheels, cloven hooves or it’s full of hot air – we’ll race it.
They say if you love something, set it free. We’re not sure who “they”
are, but we’re pretty sure they meant to say “shove it off a ski jump”.
The Dummy Downhill invites artists to strap their creative juices onto
a pair of skis and send it flying off a mountain No. 71. Kayakers itch-
ing to get back on the Truckee River can ride frozen H2O (snow) in the
BOATercross competition No. 72. Or if you’re more inclined with the
furry kind, hop on a camel or ostrich for the International Camel R aces
No. 73, or slap on that spandex for the biggest little c ycling event in
the world, Tour de Nez No. 74. From hot air balloons No. 75, to planes
roaring at more than 500 mph No. 76, to outhouses on wheels No. 77
– we have it all.
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“I DOUBLE TRANQUILITY
DARE YA.”
HYATT REGENCY LAKE TAHOE RESORT, SPA & CASINO,
111 COUNTRY CLUB DRIVE • INCLINE VILLAGE, NEVADA 89451
No. 79 The Sierra Cloud catamaran two hour excursion takes you on a
tour of Lake Tahoe you’ll never forget.
No. 80 Location, location, location! The Hyatt offers a private beach
area on Lake Tahoe for guests only.
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“500 INCHES OF SNOW
ANNUALLY. NOW THAT’S JUST
RIDICULOUS. OR HEAVEN.”
From your base camp in Reno or Tahoe to any of the 18 world-class
ski resorts, it’s under an hour door-to-lift-line. We average a 30-foot
snowpack, 22,000 acres of skiable terrain and 300 days of sunshine.
From challenging moguls, spectacular half-pipes and terrain parks, to
ice skating, snowshoeing, and dog sledding – there’s something for
everyone. We have 3 of the top 20 best ski resorts in the U.S. accord-
ing to skiers who know, including Heavenly No. 81, with the longest
vertical drop of 3,500 feet; the Olympic Village at Squaw Valley No. 82;
Alpine Meadows, the first ski resort in the U.S. to use the Magnestick
system to keep your kids safe on the lifts No. 83; Northstar-at-Tahoe’s
superior village or Mt. Rose Ski No. 84, only 25 minutes from Reno.
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“PEOPLE LOVE THE
BRANDING IRON DISPLAY.
COWS, NOT SO MUCH.”
JOHN ASCUAGA’S NUGGET HOTEL CASINO RESORT,
1100 NUGGET AVENUE • SPARKS, NEVADA 89431
No. 85 A unique branding iron display featuring irons from all over
Nevada. It’s both impressive and comprehensive.
No. 86 Trader Dick’s Lounge is a happening island hot spot featuring
the famous Scorpion Drink – a conglomeration of rums and juices in a
communal drinking bowl.
No. 87 Finally, you can see a solid gold statue of a rooster. Knock that
off your bucket list. You’re welcome.
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“ROCK OUT WITH YOUR
COCKTAIL OUT.”
SANDS REGENCY CASINO HOTEL, 345 NORTH ARLINGTON AVE
RENO, NEVADA 89501
No. 88 Host of the infamous Summer Pool Parties, partake in the out-
rageous swimsuit contest.
No. 89 Lady and the Tramp would go gaga over the endless spaghetti
and meatball dinner (not to be confused with Lady GaGa)
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“AFRICA IN RENO? YOU BET YOUR
SWEET CHEETAH!”
THE ANIMAL ARK IS 28 MILES NORTH OF RENO.
1265 DEERLODGE ROAD • RENO, NEVADA 89508
No. 91 Bet you didn’t know that North of Reno there is a sanctuary for
the wildest bunch of critters around.
No. 93 Featuring more than 220 antique vehicles. See the original
electric car from 1914 as well as cars previously owned by Frank
Sinatra, James Dean and John Wayne.
No. 96 Check out Monroe’s last weekend retreat and Sinatra’s old digs
in North Lake Tahoe, including the famous tunnel that once hid his
liquor.
No. 98 The newly restored historic train retraces the path of Nevada’s
mining history. Along the way see abandoned mine shafts, cemeteries
and wild mustangs.
“MOOD LIGHTING AND
TASTY BEVERAGE,
TOGETHER AT LAST.”
SILVER LEGACY RESORT CASINO, 407 N. VIRGINIA STREET
RENO, NEVADA 89501
No. 99 Sample the hottest drink in town, the Flaming Kava Kava at
Reno’s only rum bar, Rum Bullions
No. 100 Watch the world’s only indoor mining rig in action, now com-
pletely eco-friendly, inside the tallest building in Northern Nevada.
No. 101 Toss back a famous Oyster Shooter at Fairchild’s Oyster bar –
a drink and appetizer all in one.
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FAR FROM EXPECTED.
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