While January typically brings snow and cold for most of the United States, Mesquite, Nevada is typically the opposite. The winter's cooler weather bring in highs around 60 degrees Fahrenheit. Combine the mild temperatures with over 300 days of sunshine each year and Mesquite is a truly perfect destination in January.
Mesquite Sky Diving offers thrill-seekers the chance to hurl themselves toward the earth from two miles above its surface. The company welcomes sky divers of all levels of experience to jump from one of their planes. Hours of operation are by appointment only from Monday through Friday, and 9:00 a.m. until dusk on Saturdays and Sundays. As of October 2010, first-time jumpers can purchase a tandem dive for a price of $185, and a second within 30 days of their first jump for $170. Experienced divers can jump for as little as $13.
Mesquite Sky Diving
1737 Talon Ave.
Henderson, NV 89074
877-246-5867
skydivemesquite.com
From poker and blackjack to race and sports books to slot and video machines, a trip to Mesquite is a gambler's dream vacation. Many hotels and resorts, such as Eureka Casino Resort, CasaBlanca Hotel and Virgin River Hotel, cater to the gambling crowd. The Virgin River Hotel integrates the entire family with a bowling alley and an arcade for kids. Aside from gambling, the Eureka Casino Resort incorporates relaxation through in-room massages, while the CasaBlanca Hotel features an 18-hole championship golf course designed by Cal Olson.
CasaBlanca Hotel
950 W. Mesquite Blvd.
Mesquite, NV 89027
702-346-7529
casablancaresort.com
Eureka Casino Resort
275 Mesa Blvd.
Mesquite, NV 89027
702-346-4600
eurekamesquite.com
Virgin River Hotel
100 N. Pioneer Blvd.
Mesquite, NV 89027
702-346-7777
virginriver.com
Arnold Palmer's Wild & Magnificent Masterpiece is the Oasis golf club in Mesquite. Eighteen holes of the course were designed by Arnold Palmer, hence the name the Palmer Course. The remaining 18-holes are named the Canyons Course. The 36-hole course is accompanied by a 29,000 square foot club house where guests can dine, shop or enjoy a drink at the bar. Other course features include a driving range, chipping green and two putting greens.
Oasis Golf Club
100 Palmer Lane
Mesquite, NV 89207
888-367-3386
theoasisgolfclub.com
