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Best stay-cation spot

Best stay-cation spot

Southwest Shadow
May 27, 2016

Winner: Home There truly is no place like home, even when you live in a city notorious for glamour. Kicking back in your own sheets and spending summer at home is what many students do, and home has...

Best Exhibit

Best Exhibit

Southwest Shadow
May 27, 2016

Winner: Bodies - The Exhibition A rare, up-close view at the inside of our complex bodies is offered at this exhibition located in the Luxor. Visiting Bodies often leaves students amazed and enlightened...

Best place to take aesthetic photos

Best place to take aesthetic photos

Southwest Shadow
May 27, 2016

Winner: The Strip When it comes to capturing picturesque moments, the Las Vegas Strip, with it’s bright lights and unique scenery, is the best place in the valley to do so. Whether you’re standing...

Best place to study

Best place to study

Southwest Shadow
May 27, 2016

Winner: Home With piles of homework and upcoming tests, staying at home to study is favored by those who prefer the comfort of their couch or the familiarity of their desk. Studying at home is convenient...

Best music festival

Best music festival

Southwest Shadow
May 27, 2016

Winner: Life is Beautiful Life is Beautiful is a three day event that takes place every September, to the anticipation of millions of fans. The event is located downtown surrounded by gritty Las Vegas...

Best shopping area

Best shopping area

Southwest Shadow
May 27, 2016

Winner: Fashion Show Mall With approximately 250 stores to browse in and a variety of restaurants to dine in, there is no doubt why the Fashion Show Mall was selected as the best shopping area for the...

3950 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89119
(702) 632-7777
Photo credit: Wikipedia

Best pool

Southwest Shadow
May 27, 2016

Winner: Mandalay Bay Despite the fact that this pool is attached to a hotel, it is still a popular swim spot for locals. With cabanas, a wave pool and real sand, this pool manages to combine cleanliness...

Best food festival

Best food festival

Southwest Shadow
May 27, 2016

Winner: Great American Foodie Fest With an admission price of only $10, the Great American Foodie Fest attracts patrons from all over the West Coast as well as across the country. The event has vendors...

3205 State Route 159, Las Vegas, NV 89161
702-515-5350
Photo Credit: Wikimedia

Best hiking trail

Southwest Shadow
May 27, 2016

Winner: Red Rock Canyon Located only a few miles away from the hustle and bustle of Las Vegas, Red Rock offers many trails for both amateur and experienced hikers. Whether scaling the rock faces on...

Best after school cafe spot

Best after school cafe spot

Southwest Shadow
May 27, 2016

Winner: Starbucks Starbucks is the go to coffee spot for many. The numerous options provide customers with drinks ranging from Frappuccinos and cappuccinos to lattes, tea and more, all of which can be...

Category 2: Best Music Festival

Category 2: “Best Music Festival”

Southwest Shadow
August 22, 2015

Winner: iHeartRadio Music Festival iHeartRadio Music Festival was a two-day event that took place every September. The festival was held at the MGM Grand Garden Arena where well known artists performed....

Category 6: Best Mall

Category 6: “Best Mall”

Southwest Shadow
August 22, 2015

Winner: Fashion Show Mall The lively and positively chaotic atmosphere of the Fashion Show Mall made this the number one choice for teen shoppers. The mall is located in the heart of the Las Vegas Strip...

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