Nevada

13 April 2026 - As the United States prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary on 4 July 2026, Nevada is stepping into the spotlight with a series of landmark milestones that highlight the state’s rich history, pioneering spirit and enduring sense of adventure. From iconic engineering feats to vast national parks and legendary road trips, the Silver State invites southern hemisphere travellers to experience a destination where the story of America’s past and present unfold

2 April, 2026 – Travel Nevada invites adventure-seekers to discover the quirky roadside attractions beneath Nevada’s expansive and starry skies with the Area 51(ish) Adventure, a free digital passport experience connecting travellers to some of the state’s most out-of-this-world destinations. Packed with alien-themed stops, legendary UFO lore, and wide-open desert landscapes, the Area 51(ish) Adventure leads participants through a region synonymous with close encounters and

To inspire future travel, Nevada has launched a new TV show hosted by ‘Free Solo’ star Alex Honnold – the world-renowned rock climber who just completed a historic, ropeless climb of Taipei 101 on Netflix’s ‘Skyscraper Live.’ The five-part series, called Get a Little Out There with Alex Honnold , shifts Honnold’s focus from extreme climbs to everyday adventures throughout his home state of Nevada. Traveling throughout the Silver State in his van, he takes on bucket-list exp

The MICHELIN Guide has announced it is expanding into the American Southwest for the first time, with a new regional guide covering Utah and its partners Arizona, Nevada and New Mexico. The MICHELIN Guide’s anonymous Inspectors are already in the region and scouting for culinary talent throughout Utah. The full restaurant selection will be revealed during the annual 2026 MICHELIN Guide Southwest ceremony to be held later this year. This allows Canadians ample time to make fut

March 25, 2026, Vancouver, BC – Travel Nevada and its partners showed Canadians how to “Get A Little Out There” with a cross-country road show to Toronto, Montreal and Calgary from March 17-22, 2026, engaging with travel advisors and trade partners, as well as exhibiting at the Calgary Outdoor Adventure & Travel Show. Travel Nevada’s partners included: Bramer Tours, Buzzy Brand Vegas Tours, Lake Tahoe Travel, Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Association - Southern Nevada

4 March 2026 - Travel Nevada has wrapped up its 2026 trade mission across the East Coast of Australia, giving travel agents, operators, and industry partners an exclusive look at the latest developments in the Silver State and equipping them to better sell Nevada experiences beyond the famous Las Vegas Strip. Running from 23 to 26 February, the mission highlighted Nevada’s growing attractions, scenic road trips, and diverse experiences, with the core theme of “Get a Little

9 February 2026 : Fresh from free climbing the 1,667-foot skyscraper Taipei 101 last month, internationally acclaimed rock climber, Alex Honnold has teamed up with Travel Nevada , to create a bold new travel series. Photo Credit - Joe Morahan In his first role hosting a travel program, Honnold has begun filming Get a Little Out There With Alex Honnold in partnership with Travel Nevada and Outside. The new five-part series will shift Honnold’s focus from extreme climbs to ever

3 February 2026: Nevada offers something for every kind of traveller, from dramatic desert landscapes and hidden lakes, to quirky roadside stops and cultural treasures that are unique to the Silver State. Travel Nevada invites Aussie and Kiwi travellers to kick off the year with 10 “Only-in-Nevada” experiences, each offering a fresh way to get a little out there and do something that is truly unique. 1. Kayak in the desert - Although one of the driest states in the U.S., t

6 January 2026: As rugby league fans from around the world converge on the “Entertainment Capital of the World” Las Vegas, for the 2026 NRL showcase, visitors to the Silver State are encouraged to extend their stay and explore the unforgettable adventures that lie just beyond the city’s bright neon lights. With day trips from Las Vegas in every direction, Nevada offers a diverse mix of outdoor escapes, cultural landmarks, and iconic southwest scenery perfect for pre-game exc

12 December 2025 – Qantas, American Airlines, Brand USA and destination partners across the United States have officially wrapped up the 2025 Sell Your Way to the USA incentive – celebrating 15 outstanding Australian and New Zealand travel advisors who earned their place on immersive experiences across the U.S. Launched in February 2025 for Australia and July 2025 for New Zealand, the incentive brought together key destinations including Destination DC, Grapevine Convention &

Park-hop Nevada's State Parks, Great Basin National Park, and beyond 8 December 2025: Nevada is home to more than two dozen state parks, one national park and a range of diverse recreation areas; from iconic natural wonders like Lake Tahoe and Valley of Fire - renowned for turquoise waters, fiery red rocks, and rich cultural stories - to hidden gems such as Great Basin National Park and Berlin-Ichthyosaur State Park. Unlike neighbouring states, many of Nevada’s parks remain

Nevada’s Great Basin Shines as U.S. National Parks Mark America250 Nevada’s Great Basin National Park is home to the bristlecone pine, considered the oldest tree on earth, majestic Wheeler Peak at 3,981 metres high, and Lehman Caves , whose infrastructure is currently undergoing enhancement to ensure a quality underground experience, reopening Spring 2026. Nevada’s Great Basin Highway and Death Valley Rally were curated to lead road trippers to two national parks – fitting

As the aspens turn gold, the air turns crisp, and Lake Tahoe shines a sapphire blue, the region offers a quieter, more relaxed pace for memorable fall getaways across the west, north, and east shores. Where to Stay With diverse and inviting lodging options that cater to every style and budget, you’re sure to find the perfect home base for your fall adventure. The Ritz-Carlton Lake Tahoe | Photo Credit Vance Fox Luxury Resorts For the traveller seeking a full-service, upscale

Tourism authority debuts new name and brand identity, inviting visitors to ‘Dive In’ to the Lake Tahoe experience NORTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev., October 10, 2025 –– Lake Tahoe Travel has been unveiled as the new brand for the region's destination management organization (DMO), formerly known as North Lake Tahoe. The new identity reflects both the diversity of its communities and the depth of the Lake Tahoe visitor experience. Representing the west, north, and east shores —

8 October 2025: From stories of UFO sightings along the Extraterrestrial Highway and haunted historical mining towns to the world-famous Clown Motel , Travel Nevada invites curious travellers to explore the mysterious side of the Silver State with the launch of the Paranormal Passport 2.0 . Nevada is referred to as the weirdest, wildest West for a reason! Between a little government facility by the name of Area 51 , mannequin cities built just for atomic bombing, multiple

2 October 2025: Travel Nevada recently welcomed three ‘Sell Your Way to the USA’ 2025 incentive winners from Australia, for a week-long road trip adventure through Nevada in collaboration with air partner, American Airlines. The winning participants included Conrad Machado, Flight Centre Northbridge, Jodi Small, Flight Centre Carindale and Abbey Shannon, Flight Centre Business Travel. The three winners were rewarded with a Nevada FAM to experience the state's legendary la

Celebrating 40 years of The Loneliest Road in America In 2026, Nevada will mark the 40th anniversary of The Loneliest Road in America , a moniker bestowed by Life magazine on its stretch of U.S. Route 50 for seemingly having no points of interest. Locals and travellers embraced the title and decades later the route is now one of 10 themed Nevada road trips and considered one of the most iconic road trips in the American West, fitting as the United States celebrates its 250th

Ghost towns & gold dust: Hit the road and discover Nevada’s forgotten frontier 2 September 2025: There’s more than just gold hidden deep in the hills of Nevada, with the state's rugged landscape home to more ghost towns than populated cities. Once prosperous mining boomtowns and bustling communities that were eventually abandoned, Nevada’s landscape is dotted with hundreds of ghost towns - each with their own captivating vintage Wild West story during a time long gone by. T

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