Marina Mermaid Shimmer and Sparkle Kit, 17 Litre

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Be mindful when it comes to accessories, says Mermaid Marina Pearl: “As mermaids, we have a responsibility to make sure that our costumes are as marine-safe as possible; no glitter in open bodies of water, no accessories that can fall off and clog waterways or get swallowed by fish, turtles, etc, and of course, reef safe sunscreen to protect our fragile corals.”

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You can dive even deeper into mermaiding with Weeki Wachee’s Sirens of the Deep Mermaid Camp, where you’ll learn mermaid performance basics. There are also a growing number of annual Mermaid events and conventions throughout the United States, like MerMagic Con in the greater Washington D.C. area; the Afro Mermaid Summit in Miami, FL; the California Mermaid Convention; the Key West Mermaid Festival; the San Marcos Mermaid Festival; and Spring Splash in Florida’s Ginnie Springs. Guests marvel as Ducharme’s mermaids – many of whom, like Ducharme, got their start at Weeki Wachee – swim among fish while wearing silicone Mertailor tails so realistic you’d expect them to feel fishy when touched. The mermaid community is a place to feel free to be yourself,” says Mermaid Marina Pearl, a 49-year-old Arizona mermaid I meet in a Florida mermaid pod group on Facebook. “Our motto is: ‘You can swim with us.’” Ducharme, 33, tells me that he’s been making tails since he was little using “duct tape and whatever I could find.” These days he uses spandex, water-repellent wetsuit material, or silicone, which he paints by hand. Aquariums are big in Vegas, and you can visit them to get the full aquatic concept of sea life. Enjoy vast pools of water at the Bass shops or the more intricate and involving excitement at the golden nugget. Either way, you will appreciate the value and beauty of the sea for sure. Then there are the mermaids!

Mermaid community favorites include the Mertailor, Jurassic Merman and MerNation in Florida, Merbella Studios, the budget-friendly Fin Fun in Idaho, Mermaid Kariel in Hawai’i, MerrowFins, Mermaid Kat’s customizable silicone tails in Germany, and Kiki Von Mermaid, who sells custom accessories. Many merfolk have multiple tails.

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It contrasts the heated Fahrenheit in the city with the use of air conditioners and water pumps to keep the water at the right temperature as the sea. This is essential for the survival of the more than 2000 animals living there. The 200,000-gallon tank located at the front desk of the Mirage hotel features 450 coral fish from 85 species. The tank has pufferfish, triggerfish, angelfish, and tangs. It is cleaned 2-3 times every week to give it that shimmering look and clear waters. This aquarium has received a rating of position seven amongst the best hotel aquariums in 2011 by Sherman’s Travel. 6. The Atlantis Aquarium, Caesars Palace (Forum Shops) They do massive projects to add pizazz to their image. You will find a massive free show at the Bellagio fountains, an explosive volcano show at the Mirage Hotel, and dancing mermaids at the Silverton Hotel. Yeah, there are mermaids here. Not to mention the mystic Cirque du Soleil shows, which are a must-see while in Vegas. Best Aquarium in Las Vegas Not only is the aquarium free it’s also one of the earliest aquariums to be installed in Las Vegas. The 50000-gallon tank features 300+ colored fish from international waters, e.g., pufferfish, triggerfish, and sharks. The Atlantis aquarium has the theme of the Atlantis city that fell according to history and myth.

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Once you’ve mastered swimming with a monofin and have your safety person, you’re ready to hit the water. Prep the night before so you can get on the road as early as possible, then fuel up with a light breakfast, and do some pre-swim stretching. Shark Reef is famous for one thing. Yes, you guessed it right-sharks. The apex predators that eat almost every swimming thing in the sea waters are right here. The menacing carnivorous swim at the Mandalay is full of adrenaline, and you can’t help but appreciate the fact that you are on the other side of the action. Other terms to learn: ‘mer-momma’ (an elder mer who guides other mers), ‘mer-sis’ and ‘mer-bro’ (“We treat each other like family,” explains Ariel Stein, a 35-year-old Orlando, FL mermaid), and ‘Mer-tender’ (a mermaid’s non-mer partner who helps them get dressed and, if needed, carries them to the body of water). In other words, my fiancé, We really value inclusion,” says Mermaid Ché Monique, founder of the body-positive apparel store The Society of Fat Mermaids. “I’ve learned more about folks living with disabilities, gender-equity, and age discrimination issues from this awesome and diverse community.” Related Read: Bass Pro Shop Las Vegas: All You Need to Know 3. The Tank, Golden Nugget Las Vegas Hotel & Casino Source: @goldennuggetlv

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So where will you take your tail? Florida has gorgeous coasts, but its most popular mermaiding spots are its mild, clear springs, like Alexander Springs, Ginnie Springs and Rainbow Springs. Mermaid DD, a 51-year-old mermaid in Miami who performs as the String Siren, points out that while sea swimming is wonderful, “the sand and waves can make it more challenging, and [renting] boats cost money.” Note: not all springs allow tails. What’s more, the aquarium has exotic fishes and endangered green turtles, a komodo dragon, and the man-eating fish piranha. Undersea Explorer VR ExperienceThe tank also has stingrays that you can feed at allocated park hours (daily, 1.30 pm-4.30 pm). Watch an interactive feeding program as the scuba divers feed animals in the water explaining the routine to you and answer questions. Mermaid Swim Free Show Source: @silvertoncasino One imperative for mermaiding, though, is strong swimming skills. Newcomers should also take a mermaid class to learn how to safely swim in a tail and monofin (a single swim fin inserted into the bottom of your ‘tail’). Adopt some mer lingo like ‘shell-o’ (hello), ‘mermaiz-ing’ (amazing), and mer-sona (your mermaid alter ego). At the beginning of class, Mermaid Ina asks what our mersona is – of course, I’m Mermaid Eva. While mermaiding can represent a magical escape, behind it all is a tight-knit community dedicated to marine conservation and free expression.

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You pass through a long slide tube that has a clear section while running through the tank. This gives you a better and up-close view of sharks and the other animals present. Bring your child for that celebrative tour at the Silverton, and you will be smiling as your kid’s mind gets blown by the incredible water dances and stunts. Most mermaids are former water dancers and professional swimmers, so they are in for a treat. Don’t forget to take a picture of your son at the aquarium, then give it to him as a folder named Jake and the mermaid. The Mermaid Lounge Live Source: @silvertoncasino I’m not ready for the springs just yet, so I drive to mermaid class, knees shaking. I meet Mermaid Ina and Mermaid Bettina – the latter is a new classmate, who’s just as nervous as I am. But when Mermaid Ina brings out her trunk o’ tails, Mermaid Bettina and I both scream like four-year-olds. My tail is purple; Mermaid Bettina’s is fuchsia. The shark tunnel at the aquarium has over 100 sharks coming from 15 different species. Some are small, and some big depending on the species but don’t let the size fool you. If any of them get the bite out of you, you may as well say goodbye to your folks. The common sharks are sand tigers, sandbars, and tip reef sharks. Mermaiding is a worldwide phenomenon. There are pods in the Bahamas, Mexico, Hawaii, Alaska, Morocco, and Albania. “I always tell folks to use Facebook to find their local pod,” says Mermaid Ché Monique. “Having more experienced ‘mers’ to swim with is invaluable.”Mermaiding can be a hobby, a lifestyle, or even a profession – many merfolk work as performers and mermaid instructors. The rise of mermaiding in the past decade has even led to mermaid tourism, with merfolk traveling to swim in mermaiding hot spots and participate in events. We are taught how to slide our monofin into the tail “skin” and do the mermaid swim stroke – a dolphin-like shimmy. Once we’ve gotten the hang of it, she scatters gems into the pool for us to retrieve, then shows us how to blow underwater “mermaid kisses” and turn somersaults. Scientists talk of how flowing water and its flora and fauna make our brain release happy hormones and antidepressants. It is, therefore, a good medication rodeo to visit an aquatic life display. Technology has amazingly made it possible for you to travel to the Pacific Ocean while still in Vegas. It is amazing how a simple eyepiece can project a realistic sea experience right at the comfort of Mandalay Bay.