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Know someone who loves to get their hands on Nevada’s history and heritage? Treat that devotee of days gone by to a guided tour at famous locales, like Lake Tahoe, Virginia City, or Boulder City—on foot, on the water, or even on one of the state’s three still-chuggin’ scenic railways.

Kickstart someone’s heart with a guided UTV tour. Or book them a night somewhere wild, like a rustic but luxed-up yurt high up in the Ruby Mountains. Then nab them a year-long Nevada State Parks Pass to dozens of action-packed parks, where they can rock fresh Nevada-designed outdoor gear, adventure accessories, and more.

Whether you’re looking to stuff a family member’s stocking (and belly) with handmade chocolates, treat a friend to a tasty tour, or sip spirits from one of the country’s few estate distilleries, check out our menu of gift ideas. Just remember, don’t browse when you’re hungry.

Most Renoites have visited Virginia City. But have you really experienced the place? While you may have attended some wild annual events, until you’ve hunted barroom ghosts, danced a jig with locals clad in Victorian get-ups, or explored an underground mine or two.

This sunny city packs a splashy punch, boasting endless opportunities to get your kicks on the Colorado River. With boating, fishing, jet skiing, kayaking, and cruising at your fingertips (plus a lively riverwalk scene featuring almost a dozen amenity-packed resorts), it won’t take you long to learn why this family-friendly outdoor destination is one of our favorites to escape to for a night or two.

Our many handmade jewelry masters offer incredible choices, from Silver State stones on Nevada-mined silver to all varieties of turquoise, and everything in between.

The next time you’re rarin’ to get out of town and cool off—whether it’s with a refreshing dip or a frosty mug in a history-drenched tavern—check out this roundup of trip-worthy watering holes within easy reach of Las Vegas.

Ready to get out of town? Head south to Carson Valley, where a close-to-home adventure awaits. This charming community, with its mountain-studded backdrop, brims with hands-on Nevada history, amazing eats (grown a fork’s throw from your plate), and some of the Silver State’s most prized antique shopping, but also plenty of adrenaline-pumping activities, outdoor action, and sunset soaks to ensure there’s something for the whole fam—even for just one night.

From massively impressive murals tucked all over Reno and Las Vegas to solar-powered mug making in Gerlach and some (literally?) outta-this-world mementos along the Extraterrestrial Highway, you can make no mistakes (only happy little accidents) shopping this list for the artsy aficionados in your life.

Vegas is a lot of things—including weird. If you’re the kind of traveler who believes no trip is complete without saying, “Well, THAT was a little odd!” then we’ve got your next eccentric adventure covered with this lineup of favorite #WeirdNevada wonders in and around Las Vegas, as well as some extra tips on what else to see and do nearby.