If you're a thrill seeker, take a ride through Red Rock Canyon Desert Area or Valley of Fire Desert Area in an all-terrain Hummer. This off-road experience will show you the desert as you have never seen it before! There is a two-person minimum for both tours, and when air tours are cancelled due to weather, the Hummer keeps going. Closed only on Christmas, Desert Fox offers two tours daily, departing at 9a and 2p.
The historic home of Antonio Morelli, the famed musical director and orchestra conductor of the Sands Hotel's legendary Copa Showroom, stands tall as a reminder of the city's illustrious past. The house is a charming example of Midcentury Modern architecture, featuring glass walls, an open floor plan and the use of natural building materials; a style that was typical of the houses constructed during the 1950s and 1960s in Las Vegas. While the architecture of the house alone is emblematic of Las Vegas in the 1950s, the house was also an after-hours meeting place for the Rat Pack, including the likes of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Nat King Cole. Although a little known treasure, the Morelli House is a place of pilgrimage for fans of the midcentury legends of entertainment. The Morelli House was rescued, relocated and restored by the Junior League of Las Vegas, and now serves as their administrative headquarters. Tours, open days and special events are often organized, however, if you would like to visit at any other time you must schedule a visit by contacting the Junior League.
The Goldstrike Hot Spring Trail is a great day trip suited for avid outdoor and nature enthusiasts who want something a bit more challenging. The canyon trail winds through narrow gorges and over boulders where visitors have to clamber over rope ladders and rough steps. The 6.5-mile (10-kilometer) hike leads you to sparkling hot springs where you can take a break after the strenuous trek. More intrepid tourists can continue on to the Colorado river and enjoy some sunbathing on the secluded sandy beach. The trail is usually closed in the summer months due to extreme temperatures, so call ahead to confirm if it is open.