Bear attack!

Day Sixteen, Seventeen - Bishop, Death Valley and Vegas!

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June 1st 2012
We made it to Las Vegas after a hot day of driving. We drove through Death Valley, which is the hotest and lowest place in North America. It reached 120˚F today (49˚celsius). It was intense! We're staying at Circus Circus hotel and Casino. It's a busy place. The internationals all experienced their first drive through car wash, which was much needed after camping in Tahoe and then Yosemi ... read more

North America » United States » Nevada

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Britain's American colonies broke with the mother country in 1776 and were recognized as the new nation of the United States of America following the Treaty of Paris in 1783. During the 19th and 20th centuries, 37 new states were added to the origina... ... read more