Southwest US Travel Guides

The Southwest has so much to offer—national parks, incredible cities, and beautiful desert landscapes—and Vegas is the perfect home base for road trips and other excursions. Find out where to explore and how to get there with our Southwest US travel guides.

28 Apr

Red Rock Canyon, The Southwest

5 Reasons to Visit Red Rock Canyon

August 26, 2021
Posted by Ria Borja

A short 30 minute drive from the Strip, Red Rock Canyon boasts a long list of reasons to visit. Keep reading to learn why you should add Red Rock Canyon to your Vegas itinerary.

06 Jan

Red Rock Canyon, The Southwest

8 Sights to See at Red Rock Canyon

August 25, 2021
Posted by Ria Borja

Learn about Red Rock Canyon’s stunning geology and discover 8 formations you can explore when you visit, including the Keystone Thrust Fault and Calico Hills.

16 Sep

The Southwest

What’s the Deal with Joshua Trees?

August 17, 2021
Posted by Ria Borja

In a region known for its rugged desert landscapes, a forest grows. Yes, a forest. Contrary to what you might expect from one of the hottest, driest places on earth, the Mojave Desert is home to...

22 Jul

The Hoover Dam, The Southwest

7 Reasons Why You Should Visit the Hoover Dam

August 16, 2021
Posted by Ria Borja

Did you know the Hoover Dam is only 30 minutes southeast of Las Vegas? Discover 6 more reasons why you should visit the Hoover Dam on our blog.

27 May

Red Rock Canyon, The Southwest

A Crash Course on Red Rock Canyon

August 12, 2021
Posted by Ria Borja

When you’re ensconced in the hustle and bustle of Las Vegas, it’s easy to forget that one of the Southwest’s most memorable landscapes lies just a few miles off the Strip. Red Rock Canyon is a scan...