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It's rare that history and hiking intertwine as tightly as they do on Nevada's Historic Railroad Tunnel Trail. Located just 30 minutes from Las Vegas outside Boulder City, get ready for a hike that you won't ever forget. The gravel-rail trail winds around the hills on the southern shoreline of Lake Mead where you can enjoy unforgettable views of railroad tunnels and other sites as the trail makes its way to the Hoover Dam. Get your fill of recreation and nature by exploring this trail.

The Nevada Opera is a nationally recognized group that consistently delivers accomplished performances of classics, and creates some of its own in the form of themed engagements and special nights like Opera in Blue Jeans held at the local Wingfield Park during the summer months. There's also the very popular Juke Box Opera fund raiser that lets you choose the music the opera will interpret. And, of course, there are the touchstone works like The Marriage of Figaro and Trial By Jury that keep opera newcomers and veterans equally satisfied.

If you both have had a week filled with tension, get rid of it in the best possible way by booking a couples massage at Healing Wizdom. You and your mate will enjoy the soothing, healing touch of the expert massage therapists on staff and become even more calmed by the relaxing music and stress-free surroundings as you enjoy your much-deserved massage. There is also a fragrance shop and other services like facials and waxing that will make Healing Wizdom the perfect solution for pampering your body and unwinding from a hectic week.

Who's got the best ribs in the west? Find out at the Best in the West Nugget Rib Cook-Off held every Labor Day weekend. For 23 years, the holiday weekend comes alive in Victorian Square in downtown Sparks and with plenty of food, live music, crafts and family-oriented fun to end the summer on a positively spicy note.