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Access Vegas Insider Vibe September 22, 2010

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Hello From Las Vegas! Just when we thought that the triple-digit temperatures were gone, they decided to come back for a curtain call this week. The good news? Temps are barely brushing 100 (F) and the nights cool off very, very quickly with overnight lows in the 60. Sun and fun days, no jacket or pullover needed at night.

Victor H. Royer Book Giveaway – Finally, finally, finally we got the bugs out of our custom contest software system. (We had to upgrade our server/hosting a while back to keep up with demand and a few things had a rough transition from one system to the next). For those of you who are new to our newsletter and AccessVegas.com, Victor H. Royer is a top gaming author who has written more books on casino gambling than I have fingers and toes to count. He is also a regular contributor of gaming articles to our site. Check out the Victor H. Royer Casino Gaming Articles archive.

His latest book (pictured right) will give you the lowdown on all the new slots so you can have the upper hand. Nothing is worse than walking up to many of these new machines and not being able to figure out anything about them. Victor will get you informed! Click over to our Victor H. Royer Book Giveaway page and enter to win one of four signed copies of his latest.

Did you know that 86% of people who visit Las Vegas actually win? But simply don’t hold on to it? Need tips on how to win at the new generation of casino slots you’ll find today? Did you know that you can cash a personal check at the cage of Las Vegas casinos and save on ATM fees? When is the best time to come to Las Vegas?

Las Vegas television personality Alan Mendelson (Sunday Mornings at 8 AM on KCOP Channel 13 in LA, AlanBestBuys.com, MoreDeals.com, VegasBestBuys.com) interviews renowned Las Vegas gaming writer Victor H. Royer about his new book New Casino Slots – How To Play, Have Fun and Win! (Purchase: Amazon book link) and delves into many Las Vegas secrets you need to know:

Video Interview: Renowned Las Vegas Gaming Author About Winning At Casino Slots plus Las Vegas Secrets

P.S. How much does Alan love Las Vegas? He got married at a craps table at Caesars Palace a few years ago!

Transportation Security Screwup Administration – The TSA is at it again. As if flying isn’t getting to be a bigger, more expensive hassle, they are trying a new type of search in both Boston and Las Vegas: This search is described by the Boston Herald as a more aggressive palms-first, slide-down body search technique. The TSA is calling it an “enhanced patdown”. Fortunately (from what I’m understanding), this is only for passengers who choose not to use the newer full-body scanners.

Look… I don’t want to alarm anybody, but airfields are not the most secure places on the face of the earth. Hundreds of employees and vendors come and go. If someone wanted to infiltrate and do something bad to an airplane, it could be done. And yet the TSA screens kids, elderly people, and even the pilots who will be flying the airplane (I’m not joking… the on-board crew for each plane is screened just like you are. The very guys who are going to be at the controls of the plane).

If terrorists are going to strike, they are going to strike. And the don’t need an airplane. The very fact that they’ve caused billions of dollars and billions of hours of time/inconvenience to us almost makes it seem as they have won. áI flew just a few weeks after (the original) 9/11, and then on the anniversary of it the following two years. On purpose. (Great days to fly… the airplanes were almost empty).

We can only be defeated if we allow our lives to be altered by others. I personally refuse to run around scared. I wish our leaders felt the same way instead of treating us like children in the name of “security”.

Mac King Show Extended Through 2015 – Our favorite comedy magician Mac King celebrates his 10’th year at Harrah’s Las Vegas with a five year extension. His show has performed for more than one million people in over 5,200 shows since opening in 2000. This is a great afternoon show, the price is right, good for all ages. I highly recommend it.

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Associate Editor: Amy Rayner-Cooley
News Researcher/Editor: Mark Jacobs

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Legendary Songstress Diana Ross To Serenade The Colosseum At Caesars Palace Las Vegas Two Nights Only – The incomparable Diana Ross is bringing her “MORE TODAY THAN YESTERDAY” tour to The Colosseum at Caesars Palace for a two night engagement Friday, November 12 and Saturday November 13. The legendary icon will perform her greatest hits in this spectacular live show which features breathtaking costumes and stage designs, along with a live string and horn section. The show is jointly presented by Caesars Palace and AEG Live.

“X” Burlesque Celebrates 3rd Anniversary At Flamingo Las Vegas – Sultry Burlesque Revue Reveals Enhanced Version – “X” Burlesque is celebrating its third anniversary at Flamingo Las Vegas by unveiling an “enhanced” version of the sexy revue featuring new dancers, new numbers, new costumes and new temptations. Performed in the intimate setting inside Bugsy’s Cabaret, the “X” Girls strip away their inhibitions to such new numbers as Britney Spears’ energetic “3” in honor of their three years at Flamingo and kick off the show in style to a new pulse-pounding opening set to Metallica’s “Roam,” where the girls come to life through a picture frame. Snow, pole tricks and a hot hip-hop medley are just some of the other additions to the show while fan favorites such as the bathtub and the bungee-ballet number remain in the line-up.

ALEX At Wynn Las Vegas Receives 2010 Wine Spectator Grand Award – ALEX, the namesake restaurant of chef Alessandro Stratta at Wynn Las Vegas, has received the coveted 2010 Grand Award from Wine Spectator magazine. ALEX joins an elite group of 75 dining establishments around the world to receive the Grand Award, the magazine’s highest honor.

The Mirage Las Vegas Welcomes 7-Week-Old Tiger Cubs To Siegfried & Roy’s Secret Garden And Dolphin Habitat – The Mirage introduced its newest additions, two 7-week-old, white-striped tiger cubs, to Siegfried & Roy’s Secret Garden and Dolphin Habitat this summer. Guests can see these rare and adorable cubs in a special nursery created just for them. The sibling brothers, Mohan and Majestic, were born June 22 and weighed approximately two pounds each at birth.

Siegfried From Siegfried & Roy Kicks Off Oktoberfest At Hofbrõuhaus Las Vegas – In his 8th year as host of Oktoberfest, magician of the century, Siegfried, kicked off the first of a six-week celebration as an honorary keg tapper! Hofbrõuhaus Las Vegas offered guests the chance to party like in Munich, Germany for a night as the beer never ceased to flow, merriness filled the halls, and jagermeister spankings were dished out as quickly as the drinks. The beer hall was so packed with Oktoberfest enthusiasts, countless people were turned away at the door.

American Superstars Show At Stratosphere Announces New Lineup Featuring Lady Gaga Tribute – New Carrie Underwood And Charlie Daniels Artists Also Revealed – American Superstars Producer Donny Lee Moore and Executive Producer Mark Callas proudly announce the newest artists to their Las Vegas show at the Stratosphere Casino Hotel and Tower. Autumn Belanger & Katie Dix, two talented young singers are joining the cast as Lady Gaga and Carrie Underwood respectively. Also returning to the lineup is Johnny Potash as Charlie Daniels.

Rock & Rita’s Las Vegas Launches Late Night Happy Hour – $5 Late Night Treats And Two-For-One Drinks All Night Long – Because hunger can strike at any time of the night, Rock & Rita’s at Circus Circus has launched a delicious all-night menu, with reverse happy hour specials to satisfy any midnight craving. Night owls can flock to Rock & Rita’s for great deals on food and drinks any time of night.

***Deal Alert*** New Las Vegas Happy Hour Specials – StripSteak at Mandalay Bay – The first steakhouse by acclaimed chef Michael Mina, StripSteak’s classic yet modern menu offers corn-fed, all-natural meat, line-caught seafood and fresh, seasonal produce. Join StripSteak for the perfect after beach or pre-dinner Treat 4 – 6 p.m. daily. Happy hour includes $3 bottled beer, $7 cocktails and half off lounge menu items.

Cabo Wabo Adds Two Nights To Its Karaoke Lineup – Three Nights Of “Cabo Wabo Karaoke” Is Better Than One – Sammy Hagar is giving his fans even more to sing about as his Strip-side Mexican cantina adds two additional nights of karaoke to its popular of “Cabo Wabo Karaoke” lineup. Cabo Wabo Karaoke kicks off Tuesday and Wednesday nights with live sing-along sessions starting at 9 p.m. The mid-week sessions will give Red Rockers-in-training all the practice they’ll need prior to their live rock band karaoke debut.

Renowned Grammy Award Winner Michito Sanchez Brings “Salsero” To Tropicana Las Vegas – Tropicana Las Vegas will be vibrating with the sounds of Latin beats as DEFTAL presents “SALSERO Saturdays” with Michito Sanchez Salsa Orchestra at Tropicana’s Tiffany Theatre, beginning September 25. Guests can dance to tropical Latin music such as salsa, merengue, cumbia and bachata from 10:30 p.m. to 3:30 a.m. every Saturday.

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As always, I continue to enjoy reading your newsletter. It’s interesting, informative and lively. We are coming to Las Vegas this weekend. Can you help in providing info on where is a good place to buy Halloween costumes?

Thanks,

Edith

Ted Responds:

Halloweenmart has been around for some time. Their web address is http://www.halloweenmart.com and street address is 6230 South Decatur Boulevard (map).

We’ve also been starting to list Las Vegas Halloween events as we get them. For those who are going to be in town that weekend, keep checking back at Las Vegas Halloween Events and Parties 2010. If past years are any indication, plenty of people will be walking the Las Vegas Strip in costume! Oh… one thing: Masks are prohibited in casinos. Best to choose a costume that does not require one.

I was wondering if Las Vegas Brochures are sent out in the mail.

I was informed that they don’t send them out anymore. I am planning in taking my son to Vegas his first time and in having the brochure would give me a lot of planning. Would love to hear from you.

Thanks,

Liz McAllister

Ted Responds:

The internet has really made brochures obsolete. It would take a brochure the size of the phone book to cover everything there is to do and see in Las Vegas. If you go to our site http://www.AccessVegas.com and look along the top menu bar, you’ll see numerous categories (many with a number of sub-categories) for you to use in your research. Also, this newsletter certainly keeps you up on all that is new, recent, and happening.

I appreciate where you are coming from. I still subscribe to a number of magazines I could probably read online, and there is something nice about sitting on the back porch with something to leaf through. But when it comes to researching something as vast as Las Vegas, there is no substitute for the ability to do so online. Brochures simply could not begin to hold all of the information!

Just got home from my annual 5 day LV trip. Stayed at the Fitz (Fitzgerald’s downtown), again and for the price it was fine. We rented a car and saw the new bridge at Hoover Dam. The traffic on the strip was very little and we actually went 4 blocks before stopping.

Ate at Chicago Joe’s (downtown near Fremont Experience). It is a favorite of mine. Excellent food and not too expensive. Frozen drinks at Fremont Hotel are a good size and cost $1.00.

The lines getting our car at the airport were bad and having a reservation didn’t help a bit. We got to see a lot of Nevada and I’m glad we rented but don’t think I’ll do it again.

Downtown is the place for me. Prices are better, gambling better and the crowds are smaller. My favorite was entertaining downtown: Carl “Safe Sax” Ferris…very talented.

Cant wait to return to Vegas next year!

Barb from Massillon, Ohio

Ted Responds:

I really continue to enjoy downtown and if someone is on their second or third visit and hasn’t made it downtown yet for an evening, shame on you!

Some important advice: The best time to go is between dusk and midnight. The excitement is in the air and the free light show plays overhead at the top of each hour. Another important hint: Downtown is slowest on Monday and Tuesday. Wed. – Sat. are best as the free bands, music, DJ’s and other events tend to be on those nights.

Renting a car at the airport is here is a terrible hassle. As we’ve suggested before, rent from one of the rental counters available at many of the hotels. We know for a fact that Flamingo has a rental car counter and cars on site. Rent it for the day and bring it back. No question that if you are a regular visitor, it is fun to get out and see Hoover Dam, Red Rock Canyon, the Valley of Fire or buzz on down to Primm to hit the outlet mall and enjoy the rides. (Oh… and some great golf in a course that isn’t over-crowded with players).

We also enjoy Carl “Safe Sax” Ferris and we’re slated to do a CD giveaway with him in a few weeks (stay tuned/subscribed). We’ve posted a sample video of his show here: Carl ôSafe Saxö Ferris Free Perfomances At Las VegasÆ Fremont Street Experience

We highlighted Chicago Joe’s as part of our “Of Interest To Guys” (guys tour of downtown) in our Access Vegas Insider Vibe û October 28, 2009 issue, but it is a restaurant everyone will enjoy.

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Access Vegas Insider Vibe September 15, 2010

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Welcome to the Insider Vibe! This is the official newsletter of AccessVegas.Com. We talk about the Las Vegas activities you really care about.

AccessVegas.com Quick Info Menu:

Las Vegas Essentials
Seasonal Vegas Information
Featured Shows
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Newkirk’s Notes – comments on Las Vegas from AccessVegas.Com publisher Ted Newkirk:

Hello From Las Vegas! Well… I’m still in computer hell. One desktop is in the shop, we (hopefully) finally have all the parts for the back-up desktop. I’m losing a ton of time from all of that stuff and working off my laptop with 3 external drives plugged into it! Those (relatively) new drive enclosures that let you quickly and easily attach a hard drive from a desktop computer to the USB port of any other machine are lifesavers!

So… still no Members Mania this week (hopefully next week). And we still have one bug left in the contest software before we roll out a great slate of giveaways that we’ve lined up for you. Computer gremlins… hate them!

Romance In Vegas – Yahoo Travel just put out a list of the Top 10 most romantic U.S. cities (article):

1. Honolulu
2. Charleston
3. San Francisco
4. New Orleans
5. Santa Fe
6. San Diego
7. San Antonio
8. Las Vegas
9. Miami
10. New York

They notedáThough renowned for its debauchery and what-happens-in-Vegas-stays-in-Vegas shenanigans, Sin City is also ideal for rekindling passion. We agree. If you tend to make Las Vegas a family trip, try it without the kids. You just may be amazed at the sparks that fly!

Don’t Lose That Ticket – Important advice for you sports bettors: After nearly 18 years living here, you think that I’d learn! I took Oregon State with the points over TCU in the opening game of the college football season. Oregon State is traditionally underrated and I was getting 13 points. (If Oregon State lost by less than 13 points, I won my bet). They only lost by 9. I won!

The problem? I’ve completely misplaced the betting slip I need to claim my winnings. When you bet, treat those tickets like you’d treat cash. If your bet wins, they might as well be cash as anyone possessing the ticket can cash it in.

Also keep in mind: You CAN redeem them by mail within a certain time period. That information is usually on the back of the ticket. So, feel free to make a bet on a game that occurs after you’ve left town. But keep in mind that they print those things on the cheap receipt paper. Keep it in your wallet for too long, and it will smear off or fade. Expose it to sunlight for too long, same story. Don’t even think about getting it damp (let alone wet). Happy betting!

Presidential Remarks Still Hurting Us? – Mayor Goodman found out first-hand from a Financial Crimes Investigators conference here recently that their attendance would have been some 30% higher if not for the lingering affects of President Obama’s anti-Vegas remarks. While Obama has made Vegas-friendly remarks while in town (duh), he hasn’t been quick to make them in any other forum. The Mayor would like to see that rectified. More on this: Obama statements still hurting Las Vegas convention business

Ricky Nelson Remembered – Our friend John Earl and his Boogieman (Rhythm and Blues) Band open for Matthew & Gunner Nelson — pop band Nelson, anyone remember “(Can’t Live Without Your) Love & Affection” — in a tribute concert to their father Ricky Nelson Friday Sept. 24 at 7 PM at the Henderson Events Plaza, 200 S. Water Street in Henderson (of course). Admission is free and the concert is in conjunction with the weekend-long Super Run Classic Car show. More Details: http://x.co/64AY

Enjoy This Issue!

Associate Editor: Amy Rayner-Cooley
News Researcher/Editor: Mark Jacobs

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Cosmopolitan Of Las Vegas Announces Partnership With Marriott International’s Autograph Collection – The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, opening December 15, 2010, announced today that they have entered into a distribution agreement with the Autograph Collection, Marriott International, Inc.╣s (NYSE:MAR) portfolio of upper-upscale and luxury independent hotels and resorts. The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, a design focused independent luxury brand, will be the Autograph Collection’s first member resort in Las Vegas. The partnership will provide The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas access to one of the largest databases in the hospitality industry, while offering strong and established relationships in the group and convention markets.

Golden Nugget Hosts First Annual Fall Beer Festival – The Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino will host their first annual Fall Beer Festival during a two-day event on October 15 & 16. This two-day festival brings together consumers, craft beer vendors, live music, great food and hundreds of beers in two very different events.

Rhumbar Las Vegas Introduces The Sinful “X-Rated Mojito” – In the city of sin it’s often unusual to find an X-rated item with a sweet twist. RHUMBAR, the stylish drink spot with a Strip-view patio, introduces Sin City’s sexiest cocktail, the “X-Rated Mojito.” Available on Monday nights at “Pink Sugar Jam,” the naughty but nice cocktail will put guests into the rock ‘n’ roll groove with a sweet and refreshing blend of rock candy, mint leaves and the ever-so-daring X-Rated Fusion Liqueur. “Pink Sugar Jam” is the liveliest way to enjoy the Las Vegas Strip on Monday nights, featuring live rock mash-ups and acoustic accompaniments by talented guest musicians. A great starting point for Vegas’ hottest industry night, revelers will enjoy sipping the stimulating “X-Rated Mojito” while percussionist DJ Rodney tantalizes the ears with rock-inspired beats. Kicking off at 9:30 p.m., the weekly lineup will include a range of talented musicians from up and down the Strip.

Sip Bordeaux In September With Festivino At The Venetian And The Palazzo Las Vegas – The Venetian Resort-Hotel-Casino and The Palazzo« Las Vegas are pleased to announce Festivino, a celebration of Bordeaux throughout the month of September. Guests will be able to enjoy three quality Bordeaux wines by the glass at The Venetian and The Palazzo casino bars such as Laguna Champagne Bar and Fusion Bar for affordable prices. Select choices from this premier winemaking region of France will also be showcased in three-course prix fixe menus from two of Las Vegas’ foremost French eateries, Morels French Steakhouse & Bistro at The Palazzo and Joachim Splichal’s Pinot Brasserie at The Venetian, along with a special poolside Bordeaux tasting event on September 24 at AZURE Luxury Pool at The Palazzo. Wine lovers can immerse themselves into the complete experience with the Bordeaux package, which includes accommodations at The Venetian and The Palazzo at a reasonable rate.

Joey Fatone Hosting “The Price Is Right – Live” Stage Show At Bally’s Las Vegas – “The Price is Right û Live” Stage Show at Bally’s Las Vegas welcomes special celebrity host Joey Fatone for an exclusive limited run through Sept. 25, 2010. The show, from FremantleMedia, producers of “American Idol” and “The Price Is Right” TV shows, features such fan-favorite games as “Plinko,” “Cliff Hangers,” “The Big Wheel,” and of course, “Showcase Showdown.” Joey Fatone will enlist audience members to play for their chance to win thousands of dollars in cash and prizes.

Tropicana Las Vegas Brings A Taste Of South Beach To The Strip With Their New Steakhouse, Biscayne Steak, Sea & Wine – Tropicana Las Vegas welcomes the city’s newest steak and seafood restaurant, Biscayne Steak, Sea & Wine as part of Tropicana’s Phase 1 $165 million transformation. Biscayne captures the elegance and seduction of South Beach cuisine, offering sizzling prime cuts, Safe Harbor certified fresh seafood and an original wine list, setting the scene for a perfect night on The Las Vegas Strip.

“Project Runway” Co-Host To Show Women How To Make It Work At The Forum Shops Caesars Las Vegas – Chance for Fans To Meet-and-Greet Popular Style Expert and Star of the Lifetime TV Hit Reality Show – Style expert Tim Gunn will be at The Forum Shops at Caesars to share his expertise as he hosts the Fall 2010 fashion show on behalf of Lucky Brand Jeans, a Liz Claiborne Inc. brand. Guests will see both men’s and women’s fall looks and receive invaluable fit and style tips. Event is open to the public; seating is open but limited.

CSI: The Experience Celebrates First Successful Year Of “Cracking The Case” At MGM Grand In Las Vegas – CSI: The Experience, the popular, worldwide phenomenon based on the hit CBS show, celebrates an exceptional first year at MGM Grand on the Las Vegas Strip. In honor of the first anniversary, CSI: The Experience will donate $1 from every ticket sold during the anniversary celebration, September 20-26, to the Nevada Victims of Crime Program. A challenging and fun multi-sensory attraction, CSI: The Experience places guests in the role of crime scene investigator as they solve one of three true-to-life mysteries.

Oktoberfest Is In The Air- Hofbrauhaus Las Vegas Kicks Off Oktoberfest On Saturday, September 18th – October is fast approaching and you know what that meansàOKTOBERFEST! The festival that began as a celebration of the marriage between Prince Ludwig of Bavaria and Princess Therese of Sachsen-Hildburghausen, is once again upon us and what better place to celebrate it than at Hofbrauhaus Las Vegas. The restaurant/beer hall celebration, which has grown annually to become one of the largest celebrations of the year, has drawn vast comparisons to the real Oktoberfest held annually in Munich, Germany.

Legendary Comedian Don Rickles, a.k.a. Mr. Warmth, Returns To The Orleans Showroom – Celebrated entertainer and Las Vegas mainstay Don Rickles brings his one-of-a-kind comedy back to The Orleans Showroom October 16 and 17, each evening at 8 p.m. Rickles took his first step toward national fame in 1957 when Frank Sinatra wandered into the small Hollywood nightclub where Rickles was performing.

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    Access Vegas Insider Vibe September 8, 2010

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    Welcome to the Insider Vibe! This is the official newsletter of AccessVegas.Com. We talk about the Las Vegas activities you really care about.

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    Newkirk’s Notes – comments on Las Vegas from AccessVegas.Com publisher Ted Newkirk:

    Hello From Las Vegas! Our hundred degree days are done, ane we’re settling into some beautiful weather. Highs in the 90’s F and overnight lows in the 60’s. With our dry climate, not too hot and not too cold.

    No Members Mania this week. Don’t worry… the newsletter is still packed with tons of the latest Las Vegas news and events!

    I got hit with a computer double-whammy this week: Lost the hard drive on my main machine. No problem… I have a back-up machine to jump right in on. Except it started having a memory error (which took some time to figure out). Of course, all of this started happening the Friday before Labor Day weekend and I won’t lie: We’re not computer techs here. We simply use them to provide you all the great information we put out!

    After a number of fruitless hours working on the machines, I realized that some stuff just wasn’t going to get done this week.

    Fortunately, I do back up my data using a combination of Mozy.com and external hard drives. So… getting back up and running was as painless as the situation could be under the circumstances.

    However, some features and giveaways promised for this issue will be delayed a week.

    If you are a new reader (or even a long-time reader) this is a great time to go back and enjoy both the newsletter archives and the Members Mania (Readers Questions Answered) archives. There is always something you may have missed, or something new to learn:

    Under The Surface – Las Vegas boasts possibly two of the most spellbinding water-bases shows in the world. Le Reve at Wynn Las Vegas and Cirque du Soleil’s O. Le Reve now offers a VIP package (starting at $2000 per couple which includes lodging and more) which lets you view the show from beneath the water (through glass, you stay warm and dry). This “show below a show” invites you to see the precisions choreography, divers, breathing stations, scenery shifts and other aspects of the show few ever see. Until now!

    We found a great video story on YouTube taking you along for this experience. If you’re game to spend the money, this will give you a stunning preview. If this is a little out of your budget, you can still enjoy this well-produced story that takes you up-close: Le Reve Las Vegas “Diving The Dream” VIP Package Preview Video

    Against The Wind – I’ve made it no secret that I’m an aviation fan. One of the great things about living in Las Vegas is the heavy flow of air traffic and the ease of watching it all (including listening to the control tower on your car radio) at the McCarran Viewing Area (map). I follow a blog written by a long-time airline captain, who recently wrote about a windy Las Vegas landing. Some of the stuff is on the technical side, but it is a nice look at what it takes to bring a plane down during some of our wind-swept weather: http://flightlevel390.blogspot.com/2010/08/checklist.html

    Fremont Street Experience Garners Top 10 Award – We’ve never hid our love of downtown Las Vegas (the Fremont Street Experience, aka “old Las Vegas”.áTripAdvisor concurs and has recently named Fremont Street Experience as one of the “Top 10: Free Things To Do in the United States.”áAlso included on the list are: the Big Apple Greeter and the Staten Island Ferry in New York, the Pearl Harbor exhibit in Hawaii, the Garden of Gods in Colorado, Samuel Adams Brewery in Massachusetts, the Jelly Belly Factory in California, HersheyÆs Chocolate World in Pennsylvania, the St. Louis Zoo in Missouri, and D.C. by Foot in Washington, D.C.

    Honestly, if you have not been downtown to Fremont Street, you have not seen all of Las Vegas. Getting there is simple: Just get on any northbound Ace or Duece bus running along The Strip. Get off at the end of the line and you are there! Make sure to go between sunset and midnight so you’ll catch the overhead light shows and endless free entertainment.

    Liberace Has Left The Building – Almost. Unfortunately, the Liberace Museum has closed citing declining visitor volume and associated declining revenues. Talks to move the collection to a Strip hotel have not come to fruition. Key parts of the collection may be put on tour as a traveling display.

    NFL Bars – Each year, our main local paper posts a list of various bars in the Las Vegas area that cater to fans of a particular NFL team. To make the list, a bar must ONLY show the team in question while their game is on and MUST show every single game the team plays. With so many transplants for across the United States (and with a lack of a local NFL team), a long list of bars give fans that “back home” feeling. Check out NFL SEASON 2010: Valley bars get ready for kickoff

    Visitation Numbers Show Significant Rise – Nearly 5% more visitors came to Las Vegas in July 2010 (over 3.3 million total visitors for the month) than did in July 2009. It was the largest jump since December of 2005. A couple of times per month, I get a “We’re never coming back to Las Vegas” email. Well… someone else is enjoying a Las Vegas vacation in your place!

    To those who have repeatedly rang the death knell for Las Vegas the past few years and have openly mocked people like me who said “It’s not that bad, we’ll be fine, Las Vegas is still fun, people will be back” I simply say this:

    I told you so.

    Enjoy This Issue!

    Associate Editor: Amy Rayner-Cooley
    News Researcher/Editor: Mark Jacobs

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    Wynn Las Vegas Unveils Newly Renovated Rooms – Wynn Las Vegas continues to set the bar for luxury and excellence in Las Vegas and unveils the first completely renovated resort rooms at Wynn. Designed by Roger Thomas, Executive Vice President of Design for Wynn Design and Development, the rooms feature rich new finishes–including wallpaper, carpets, chairs, couches and lamps–while maintaining the functionality, spaciousness, configuration and casually elegant residential quality that has become the hallmark of Wynn resorts.

    Qua Baths & Spa and Color, A Salon By Michael Boychuck Offer Treatments In Las Vegas To Rejuvenate And Re-Energize – Autumn is the perfect time to re-energize the senses and indulge in relaxation. This season Caesars Palace, Qua Baths & Spa and COLOR, a Salon by Michael Boychuck, put an emphasis on total beauty with decadent facials, wellness classes, glamorous body paint and head-to-toe pampering. Michael Boychuck “Colorist to the Star’s” Fall Style Tip: “Loose, soft curls will be a big hit this fall, what I call ‘wrap around curls.’ To achieve this look, start your curls from root to end, rather than the other way around. This will leave you with a carefree, beautiful bouncy look.”

    Rockhouse Las Vegas Rebels With Back-To-School Bash – It’s time to party before starting those papers, and booze before opening those books. Summer is slowly coming to an end and it’s time for new notebooks, new professors and hoards of homework û but not before one last hoorah. Rockhouse invites revelers to ring in “Another Effen School Year” Monday, September 20. Vegas’ only ultra-dive bar bleeds red and black, and will let its true colors show with back-to-school specials for UNLV students.

    Caesars And Rio Las Vegas Heat Up With Four Days Of Mexican Independence Holiday Celebrations – Commemorating 200 years of Mexican Independence, the fun begins with Latin singing superstar Luis Miguel as he spices things up with four nights of special holiday concerts during Mexican Independence Day week at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace. One of the most successful and prolific musical artists in Latin American history, Miguel takes the stage at 9 p.m. nightly Sept. 15-18. Miguel’s string of chart-topping hits is virtually unrivaled and he has consistently broken many box office records.

    Celebrate Mexican Independence All Month With Ambhar Tequila Drink Specials At Fusion Mixology Bar Palazzo Las Vegas – In honor of Mexican Independence Day on September 16, Fusion Mixology Bar at The Palazzo is offering Ambhar tequila drink specials throughout September. 2010 marks the bicentennial year of Mexico’s independence and the Latin-inspired Fusion bar featuring spectacular hand-crafted cocktails with ingredients from Mexico is the best place on the Strip to celebrate. Trained mixologists use fresh fruits and the muddling technique of grinding sugar and fresh limes and lemons to create one-of-a-kind libations.

    Fantasy Las Vegas Introduces Bombshell Vocalist Lorena Peril – FANTASY, the Strip’s most exciting adult revue, just got even hotter with the introduction of powerhouse vocalist and exotic beauty, Lorena Peril. In celebration of its 11th anniversary, FANTASY at Luxor reveals 17 high-energy scenes, brand new choreography, special guest performers and a singing starlet that will keep the temperature rising in Las Vegas. Peril takes center stage alongside FANTASY’s sizzling, international cast in this engaging, intimate production great for both couples and singles alike. Every seat in Luxor’s Atrium Showroom provides up-close-and-personal views showcasing a gorgeous lineup of dancers who captivate audiences, luring them into their wildest fantasies.

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    CSI: The ExperienceCSI: The Experience Tour in Las Vegas û Based on the hit CBS TV show CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, this interactive attraction is a must for any budding CSI Agent! At the MGM Grand Hotel and Casino on the famous Las Vegas Strip, delve into one of three different crime scenes and see if you have what it takes to uncover the truth.

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    Hello From Las Vegas! Winter is in the air as a chill sweeps down the Las Vegas Strip. OK… I exaggerate but this week brought highs in the 90’s (F) with overnight lows that dipped into the 60’s for the first time in about three months. We bounce back over the 100 mark for Labor Day weekend, which is going to make for some red-hot pool parties.

    Speaking of, another series of the Hard Rock’s Rehab pool party television show debuts Labor Day Weekend on truTV. (We’re not sure of international airings but you may be able to watch shows or highlights online after their air date). You may wish to check the official truTV Rehab site in about a week. My idea of a pool party is slightly more sedate (I’m looking forward to Nikki Beach next year at Tropicana) but watching a bunch of Vegas-based drama is always a good guilty pleasure!

    Jerry Lewis Labor Day Telethon – Once again this year, the telethon is originating live from the South Point Hotel Casino here in Las Vegas September 5 at 6 PM through 3:30 PM on September 6 (all times Pacific). Every year, an number of Las Vegas headliners join the national acts who appear, so you might want to set the DVR to catch what you don’t watch live. If you are a local or visiting during that time, admission has traditionally been free. Best bet for virtually no lines or wait? Late night into the early morning.

    Coolest or Most Stressed? – Within the space of a couple weeks, Forbes magazine published the results of a nationwide poll showing Las Vegas tieing with New York City as the coolest city in the United States. Hot on the heels of that was (again) Forbes noting that Las Vegas is the “most stressed” city in the county. How could this be? Simple:

    Continue on to my latest blog post Is Las Vegas The Coolest Or Most Stressed City In The Country? You can read my thoughts on why the stress, who is affected (and who isn’t), what is in store for the next 18 months, and why/how things will be 3-5 years from now. Plus, we have a comment box open for your thoughts.

    Five Trains To Southern California – With five competing ideas about connecting visitor-rich Southern California with Las Vegas, one is bound to come to fruition. Here’s how I handicap them:

    • Maglev is still borderline sci-fi and very expensive. Isn’t going to happen anytime soon.
    • DesertXpress is a high-speed train running on its own rails… to Victorville. (Map of Victorville in relation to Las Vegas and Los Angeles). Where it may tie in to a California high-speed rail system at a later date. Even when it does, you’ll need multiple transfers to get here. Not going to happen.
    • Desert Lightning is a proposal for high-speed rail linking L.A and Phoenix via Las Vegas. Nice idea and the inclusion of Phoenix (6’th largest metro area in the U.S.) would give it a more broad base of support. Would be phenomenal for Las Vegas. But not going to happen soon.
    • Z-Train and Las Vegas Railway Express (X-Train) would use existing rails. Z-Train wants to provide an upscale experience (fashion shows on the train, etc). Go after the high-end customer who otherwise would fly first class or charter a flight. X-Train is unabashedly noting that they will be a party train. Your vacation will start when you board the train. Wide seats, multiple bar cars with big screen TV’s, you get the idea.

    My money is on the X-Train. Get the party started early on the way over, ability to sleep it off on the way home (or watch a game that you bet on).

    Paris Hilton – Don’t know, don’t care, I don’t do cocaine (I’m enough of an extrovert as it is). Driving down The Strip smoking pot (or with riders in your car doing so) when you are one of the top nightclub guys in town? Probably not the brightest thing in the world. Anyone who has been to a rock concert knows you can smell it a long ways away. For those wanting to follow the saga, legendary local gossip columnist Norm Clarke is following the story.

    Liquor At Baggage Claim – It looks like you’ll soon be able to pop into a liquor store and stock up while you wait to claim your luggage and Las Vegas’ McCarran airport. (After paying the luggage fees most airlines charge, you’ll need a bottle of something). The only hotel that objected at the hearings was Wynn Las Vegas. I’m a little surprised that more objection among resort properties didn’t materialize.áDrink costs at Strip hotel bars are no bargain, but you’ll pay it when you need a drink.

    However, more people getting the party started in their room which means less in bar revenue. The higher they raise the drink prices at their bars, the more people search out alternatives. Our tip (which we’ve given many times, but we always have new readers): Most hotel sundry stores have both cold beverages (including beer) and bottled liquor available. And, you don’t have to tip your clerk.

    Slots Book Giveaway – We’re having problems with our contest software (and because of the amount of entries we receive, we can’t simply set up and email and process them by hand). So, the Victor H. Royer book giveaway we promised last week will hopefully be announced in our next issue. All other aspects of our site are working fine.

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    Primm Valley Casino Resorts Offers An Explosive Labor Day Weekend With A $40,000 Fireworks Show – As a go-to location for spectacular fireworks and more, Primm Valley Casino Resorts is commemorating Labor Day weekend with an outstanding fireworks display for guests at dusk on Saturday, Sept. 4, 2010. Primm Valley Casino Resorts is the perfect retreat for recreation to enjoy activities for the whole family. From relaxing and rejuvenating at The Spa at Primm or enjoying a flick at the movie theatre, screaming at the maximum heights of the Desperado rollercoaster and taking a splash in the Log Flume ride at Buffalo Bill’s, to the luscious green at the Primm Valley Golf Course, Primm offers an escape to meet the needs and interests of all ages. Rooms for Labor Day weekend in Primm begin at $59. For reservations or more information, call 1.800.FUN.STOP or visit www.primmvalleyresorts.com

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    Teller Cuts 10 Inches Off Penn’s Signature Ponytail To Benefit Locks Of Love – On Wednesday, Aug. 25 Penn Jillette, the outspoken half of the comedy-magic duo Penn & Teller, sheared 10 inches of his signature ponytail with the help of his devious cohort Teller to benefit Locks of Love at the Rio Spa at The Rio Hotel Casino here in Las Vegas. It was noted that Penn has been sporting the look for almost 25 years, and while he has not had it insured like other stars and their famed attributes, the locks were considered priceless.

    MGM Grand Puts A Cork In The Competition By Receiving Most 2010 Wine Spectator Restaurant Wine List Awards In The Country – MGM Grand is proud to announce an extraordinary number of wins for the 2010 Wine Spectator’s Restaurant Wine List Awards. An astounding 11 MGM Grand restaurants including Tom Colicchio’s Craftsteak, NOBHILL TAVERN, L’Atelier de JoÙl Robuchon, SEABLUE, Diego, Pearl, Shibuya, Emeril’s New Orleans Fish House, Wolfgang Puck’s Bar & Grill and Fiamma Trattoria garnered awards this year, more than any other single property in the world.

    Tacos & Tequila Las Vegas Unleashes “Viva T&T” In Celebration Of Mexican Independence Day – In celebration of Mexican Independence Day, Tacos & Tequila (T&T) will launch the worldwide premiere of “Viva T&T” Wednesday, September 15. The wacky rendition of Elvis Presley’s “Viva Las Vegas” will showcase an entertaining routine choreographed to DJ Ernan’s mariachi mash-up, starring Sin City’s most unique trio û a mini Mariachi Elvis, the extremely sexy Elissa cast as a modern-day Ann-Margret and the one-and-only human rooster. In addition, those who dress to impress in their best Elvis costume will receive a complimentary daiquiri from T&T on September 15. The best Elvis impersonator will be crowned king, taking home the “Mr. VIVA Elvis” title and $1,000 in cash and prizes.

    Dine Out For A Good Cause During Restaurant Week At Las Vegas Resorts – Participating restaurants include Bradley Ogden, Mesa Grill, Rao’s, Serendipity 3, Eiffel Tower Restaurant, Strip House, KGB, Steakhouse46 and Martorano’s. As part of the fourth annual Restaurant Week, nine restaurants at Harrah’s Entertainment Las Vegas resorts are offering special pre-fixe menus priced at $20.10, $30.10 or $50.10 per person with a portion of each cover benefitting local food bank, Three Square. Guests can enjoy world-class cuisine at great prices while helping end hunger in Las Vegas from Aug. 30 to Sept. 5.

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    Popcornopolis Opens At Excalibur – Making its Las Vegas debut, Popcornopolis now is open at Excalibur. With more than 15 flavors including Cheddar Cheese, Sour Cream & Onion and Rocky Road, Popcornopolis is your one-stop shop for all things popcorn! The delicious treats are served in two sizes: regular ($7.99) and large ($10.99). Party tins, which hold a combination of three popular flavors, are available starting at $29.99. For someone with a sweet tooth in search of more, candied apples and chocolate-covered strawberries also are available. Popcornopolis is located on ExcaliburÆs Castle Walk.

    Luxury For Less Debutes At Monte Carlo Las Vegas – Offering luxurious items at prices that wonÆt break the bank, Luxury for Less features womenÆs and menÆs accessories, as well as gift items. A wide selection of purses, jewelry, scarves, hats, watches, cufflinks and more are value priced between $10 and $25 Luxury for Less is located across from The Pub at Monte Carlo.

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    Hello From Las Vegas! I think we can call this our “Everything but the kitchen sink” issue. New hotel news, a show anniversary, a crazy burger (check out the photo), shopping, UFC, and a 100 calorie margarita at Rhumbar (you’ll want to click through to the story on that one and get the recipe if your next visit isn’t soon). Oh, and are you ready for some (American) football? I sure am!

    Liberace Museum Discount Admissions – Through Labor Day, the Liberace Museum is offering discounted admission prices of $10 for adults and $8 for seniors 65 and older and students with a valid school ID. Children age 12 and under are admitted free of charge when accompanied by an adult. Admission includes an optional complimentary one-hour guided tour 11 a.m. or 2 p.m. Monday – Saturday and 1 p.m. Sunday. Location: Liberace Plaza, 1775 E. Tropicana Ave., Las Vegas, NV 89119. Phone: 702.798.5595

    HSN celebrities Molly Sims and Jennifer Flavin-Stallone Home Shopping Network Vegas Anniversary Bash – If you are a regular reader, we told you that this event was coming up a few weeks ago. Turned out to be a big success. If you were able to catch any of the live broadcasts here in town, hope you had a great time: Photo: HSN celebrities Molly Sims and Jennifer Flavin-Stallone joined HSN CEO Mindy Grossman in Las Vegas for the shopping networks 33rd birthday. With live appearances by a host of celebrities including Sims, Flavin-Stallone, Tori Spelling, Wolfgang Puck, Susan Lucci and many others, the weekend consists of live broadcasts and demonstrations, interactive exhibit and meet & greets. Photo Credit: Denise Truscello

    Gaming and Giveaways – Next week (knock on wood), we’ll start the giveaway for Victor H. Royer’s new book Casino Slots – How to Play, Have Fun, And WIN! (You can click the link to check it out at Amazon). We get lots of complaints about how bad some of the newer slots are when it comes to taking your money. And with no surprise: When you look at these things, you can’t even figure them out!á A bunch of lines going 36 ways, playing everything from pennies to hundreds of pennies (dollars). How’s this all worK? What are the game secrets you need to know? Victor answers all of that.

    Victor was also interviewed by our friend Alan Mendelson (TV personality in Los Angeles who is also a reader and Vegas fanatic) and we’ll have that video next week along with details on what Alan is up to. Hang tight!

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    The Cosmopolitan Of Las Vegas Lights Up Las Vegas Blvd With New Marquee, December 15, 2010 Opening – The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas pairs stylish design with an adventurous and welcoming spirit û delivering a decidedly different kind of Las Vegas experience. The new 2,995-room resort will feature oversized residential style living space with expansive one-of-a-kind private terraces and spectacular designs.

    Paradiso Replaces Marshall Rousso At MGM Grand – Now open at MGM Grand, Paradiso offers a full line of fashionable casual and evening attire for women from brands such as True Religion, Ed Hardy, BCBG and Juicy Couture. The boutique also features handbags, accessories and footwear from renowned labels including L.A.M.B., Beverly Feldman and Damiani, among others. Formerly the site of Marshall Rousso, Paradiso is located in Studio Walk.

    MGM Grand’s Crazy Horse Paris dancers, who recently offered guests a chance to win a trip to Paris (we’d noted this in a previous issue) with the Passport to France promotion, posed with iconic Mayor Oscar B. Goodman in front of the legendary “Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas” sign. Photo courtesy of Emma Cohan Photography.

    The Mirage Las Vegas Featured In Upcoming Episode Of ABC’s Bachelor Pad – The Mirage Hotel & Casino will host a special date in the third episode of Bachelor Pad, ABC’s hot new summer series. The episode will cover a unique group date with an intimate pool party at Bare pool lounge and a gourmet dinner in one of The Mirage’s luxurious Villas. Bachelor Pad airs Monday at 8/7 Central on ABC. For more information on Bachelor Pad visit http://abc.go.com/shows/bachelorpad

    Cabo Wabo Las Vegas Cantina Hosts UFC’s Edgar Vs. Penn Viewing Party Saturday, August 28 – The excitement of the UFC 118: Edgar vs. Penn 2 fight is about to sweep Las Vegas and the hottest viewing party is at Cabo Wabo Cantina at Miracle Mile Shops inside Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino. The re-match of the year will broadcast live on 10 high-definition big screen televisions Saturday, August 28, starting at 7 p.m.

    Crystals At CityCenter In Las Vegas Debuts New Luxury Brands, Expands Unparalleled Shopping Experience – By year’s end, Crystals retail & entertainment district will add 12 new brands to its exceptional collection of retailers and dining concepts, including flagship stores for Prada and GUCCI; as well as boutiques for Yves Saint Laurent, Balenciaga, Stella McCartney, Donna Karan, Emilio Pucci and Harry Winston. They join recent additions Ermenegildo Zegna, Christian Dior, Brunello Cucinelli and Social House at Crystals, the core of the extraordinary urban resort destination CityCenter.

    Bite 6th Anniversary Show – Guests of the Stratosphere’s BITE 6th Anniversary show on Friday 13th bare their fangs with a celebratory champagne toast. – The sexually charged BITE« takes its audience on the Lord Vampire’s quest for the perfect female specimen, who he plans to seduce and crown his Queen of the Night. Aiding the Lord is his coven of sultry and nimble dancers, the Erotic Angels of Rock. Taboo temptations meet classic rock ‘n’ roll in this aggressive and seductive world of vampires.

    Emily’s Cafe At Club Fortune Las Vegas Begins The Colossus Burger Challenge – WHO: Guests of Emily’s Cafe who are up to the challenge! WHAT: Guests up to the challenge are invited to step up to the plate for The Colossus Burger Challenge. The gigantic burger, complete with 12 patties, is available for $19.99 between 11 a.m. and 10 p.m. Any guest that solely finishes the burger in 20 minutes or less will receive the meal and a t-shirt for free, have their photo placed on the Cafe’s wall and be announced a Colossus Burger Challenge Winner! Guests that finish the burger after the allotted 20 minutes will still receive a t-shirt.

    Month-Long October FrightFest at Fremont Street Experience – Fremont Street Experience presents OctoberFrightFest, which for the first time will span the entire month of October. This second annual event, featuring free live Halloween themed shows nightly kicks-off September 29 and runs through October 31.

    Rhumbar Las Vegas Introduces Its 100-Calorie “Skinny” Margarita (With Recipe) – The newest drink to hit the menu at Havanatone, RHUMBAR’s sizzling Latin night, also comes without any guilt. The new “Muchachita” is a skinny, 100-calorie margarita, featuring a delicious blend of pomegranate and Aloe Vera. Now guests can samba and shake while they sip this low calorie libation on Wednesday nights. Concocted by award-winning mixologist Kristen Schaefer, the “Muchachita” blends the fresh taste of Aloe Vera with fruity flavors of pomegranate and lime. Milagro Silver tequila completes this delicious and healthy cocktail.

    “Girls Love Football” College Season Kickoff Party, Specials At Rockhouse Las Vegas – Rockhouse Bar & Nightclub knows “Girls Love Football” just as much as their macho counterparts, so this season Vegas’ only ultra-dive bar invites pigskin fanatics one and all to the greatest football parties on the Strip. Starting with college ball Thursday, September 2, Rockhouse invites guys to bring their girlfriends, and ladies not to bring their men, for a rowdy good time at Rockhouse’s “Girls Love Football” college kickoff party.

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    Because of work on the back-end (boring part) of this job, I’ve have not posted to Ask.AccessVegas.com for about 10 days. But we’ll put a couple letters here in the newsletter and highlight some past posts that have new comments!

    I continue to enjoy your newsletter, and we will be returning to Las Vegas again next month. Recently, I heard someone refer to “Old Las Vegas” and “Downtown Las Vegas”. As I had never heard of “Old Las Vegas”, I just assumed the terms were synonymous and that reference was actually to the Fremont Street area. Am I correct or is there a difference between “Old Las Vegas” and “Downtown Las Vegas”? If these are two separate locations, what area constitutes Old Las Vegas and what is considered Downtown Las Vegas?

    Keep those newsletters coming. Very informative.

    Thanks,

    Edith

    Ted Responds:

    For visitor purposes, Fremont Street downtown is “old” Las Vegas. If you live here, it can refer to the neighborhoods on the east side of town between The Strip and downtown. Some of those areas (built in the ’50’s, which is old for Las Vegas) are quite nice and continue to be “best kept secrets” for someone wanting to live close to everything.

    I have been traveling alone to Vegas for the last 5 years since I retired. My husband doesn’t like to gamble and my friends are still working so cannot take time during the week to visit. I usually stay at a Harrah’s property since they are located center strip and I can walk the strip. I have never felt uncomfortable. I usually request a room nearer the elevator so am not walking down a long hallway.

    Kathy

    I’ve been a faithful reader of your newsletter for many years & find it the most helpful of any publication re: Vegas out there. I just read your question re: females traveling alone to Las Vegas & tried to post a comment but was unable to.

    Editor’s Note: Each post only allows comments for a certain period of time. This keeps spammers from finding really old posts and just starting to post their nonsense to them. Hence, we are running these comments here.

    I am writing you to say that not only did I travel to Las Vegas this past May alone for 6 nights because my friend couldn’t come & I love Vegas too much to give up my annual visit. I am an official “senior citizen” now & flew from New York to Vegas & stayed 2 nights @Flamingo & 4 nights @ Harrah’s. I usually stick to the Harrah’s properties because I am a Diamond Card Holder forá7 years.

    I loved every day of my adventure; took in 5 shows, went to pool daily, walked & explored & ventured out to other properties such as the new Aria & also dined @Bellagio & Venetian – I will do it again next year if no one wants to go – I was never afraid or concerned for my safety as I didn’t wander off into unknown streets – I never felt “pathetic” nor should anyone else.

    Keep up the great newsletters & info – thanks for reading my comment.

    Gerry from Long Island, New York

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    Hello From Las Vegas! The sun is setting just a little bit earlier each night, lighting up the Las Vegas skyline just a bit earlier. Photographers who shoot Las Vegas refer to the time around sundown here as the “golden hour” because the orange hues of sunset against the hotels just as the hotels themselves are starting to light up is magic. 17+ years in town and seeing it live still gives me chills!

    The following photos I shot from Voodoo at The Rio are dated, but make for a great comparison of the facing light during this “golden hour”

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    Las Vegas, New York Tie As ‘Coolest’ (Most Hip) Cities – Forbes Magazine recently listed their Top 10 for the coolest cities in America:

    1. Las Vegas (tie)
    1. New York (tie)
    3. Seattle
    4. Chicago
    5. Oakland
    6. Orlando
    7. San Diego
    8. L.A.
    9. Miami
    10. Washington

    You can read the article here: America’s Coolest Cities – In these trendy metros, nightlife is hot and the people are cool. While no argument on New York’s ranking, our showing is pretty impressive given that this was from a nationwide survey Forbes took. Las Vegas has been bashed and battered in the national media for the past two years. I’ve personally been ridiculed for having such an upbeat view of my city. Looks like I’m not alone in thinking that Las Vegas is a great place!

    Hottest Month Ever In Las Vegas – Many of you may have heard that July 2010 was the hottest month ever here in Las Vegas with an average temperature of 96.2 F.

    Just a note: This record was a bit deceiving. We didn’t once bump up against the all-time record (117), with the warmest few days clocking in at 113. The difference was the overnight temperatures. The growth of Las Vegas has creates lots more asphalt and concrete that absorb and hold heat through the night. In addition, new homes are generally not allowed to have lawns. Lawns don’t hold heat overnight, and actually cool the temps when they are watered (like the cooling you get when sitting under a mister).

    And… the local water utility has paid significant sums of money to homes and businesses as an incentive to remove their lawns in the name of water conservation. We’re into August, and overnight lows the past few days were in the 70’s and temps have otherwise returned to slightly below average for the month so far.

    All You Can Eat Crab and Steak Dinner – Orleans Las Vegas is offering this plus seven live cooking stations at their buffet on Wednesday nights for only $15.95. Yes, they have a free shuttle from The Strip (Bill’s Gambling Hall). Expect about a 10 minute ride. From their website:

    The Orleans offers free shuttle service to its sister property the Gold Coast Hotel and Casino as well as the Las Vegas strip. The shuttle operates 7 days a week from 9:00 AM to 12:30 AM and picks up guests approximately every 30 – 45 minutes from the hotel’s Tropicana Avenue entrance. The last shuttle will leave Bill’s Gambling Hall at 12:30 AM.

    Choosing A New Home Community In Las Vegas? – We generated some lively discussion over the past month on my Members Mania post Moving To Las Vegas û Where Should I Live? Worth checking out all the responses. In the piece, I leaned pretty strongly against a certain area of town, and in general warning of being careful about buying in some of the new neighborhoods (saying it seems like you can practically reach out your window and touch your neighbors house in many newer neighborhoods). Now a recent local news report New communities falling short of their master plans – Developers slash spending on promised amenities, angering residents is also worth a read before you buy in a new community here in Las Vegas. Speaking of…

    Buy Your Own Southern Nevada City – Cal-Nev-Ari, NV sits 70 miles south of Las Vegas and 30 miles northwest of Laughlin, has its own airport (1L4 Kidwell Airport), andáis all yours (residential homes excluded) for $17 million. This is no ghost town: 400 residents enjoy full utilities. The price includes a casino, restaurant, store, RV park, motel and mobile home park. Deepwater wells provide water (a plus, no dependence on the ever-dwindling Colorado River). You can enjoy the complete story with video here: Small Nevada town put up for sale

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    Primm Valley Casino Resorts Pumps Up Adrenaline With Free Rides On The Desperado In Honor Of National Roller Coaster Day Aug. 16 – Primm Valley Casino Resorts celebrates the official day of roller coasters with complimentary rides for Nevada residents on The Desperado Monday, Aug. 16. Primm invites guests to be kids again and enjoy a final thrill on the exhilarating Desperado roller coaster before summer draws to a close and the school year kicks into gear. Daredevils may get a breathtaking view of the Valley from 209 feet before plunging at tremendous speed into a succession of twists and turns.

    Rock & Rita’s Las Vegas Teams Up With World’s Top Flair Bartenders To Host “Flair For The Cure” – Rock & Rita’s, the “Great American Party” spot at Circus Circus, and 12 of the highest ranked flair bartenders in the world have joined forces with the American Cancer Society’s Young Professionals Against Cancer to “Flair for the Cure.” On Wednesday, August 18, following the highly-anticipated NATIONS international flair bartending competition, the world’s top flair bartenders will auction off their skills to raise money for cancer.

    Liberace Museum Las Vegas Offering Discounted Admission Through Labor Day Plus Special Events – The Liberace Museum houses his collections of rare and antique pianos, classic cars, famous sequined and bejeweled costume wardrobes, glittering stage jewelry, rare antiques and other treasures and memorabilia. The Cabaret Showroom at the Liberace Museum serves as a showcase for Liberace’s famous nine-foot mirrored Baldwin grand piano, where several famous Strip performers entertain intimate audiences.

    Bellagio Las Vegas Gallery Of Fine Art Offering Docent Tours – Docent tours at Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art (BGFA) now are offered daily, on a first-come, first-serve basis. Limited to the first 25 attendees, each tour begins promptly at 2 p.m. and lasts approximately 45 minutes. General docent tours are complimentary with the purchase of any BGFA admission.

    Drew Lachey To Host “The Price Is Right – Live” Stage Show At Bally’s Las Vegas – “The Price is Right – Live” Stage Show at Bally’s Las Vegas welcomes special celebrity host Drew Lachey for an exclusive limited run, Aug. 10-21, 2010. The show, from FremantleMedia, the producers of “American Idol” and “The Price Is Right” TV shows, features such fan-favorite games as “Plinko,” “Cliff Hangers,” “The Big Wheel,” and of course, “The Showcase.” Drew Lachey will enlist audience members play for their chance to win thousands of dollars in cash and prizes.

    Taste Of New Orleans At The Country Club Wynn Las Vegas – Wynn Las Vegas: Carlos Guia, celebrated chef of The Country Club, is now running a Taste of New Orleans menu. On Wednesday thru Saturday evenings, guests can opt for a three-course ($48 per person, from 5:30-7pm) or six-course ($95 per person, avail. throughout) prix fixe menu that pay homage to the Big Easy. Individual dishes from the prix fixe menus are available a la carte.

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    Romance Package at The Venetian HotelRomance Package at The Venetian Hotel û Add some romance at the beautiful Venetian Hotel during your Las Vegas vacation. Propose to George Clooney at Madame Tussaud’s, glide down the Grand Canal, and dine at Zeffirino’s or Tintoretto’s. Do it all in a day or spread out over the duration of your trip, the choice is yours!

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    Just got back from VEGAS we had a great time as we always do. Stayed at the ARIA this trip. Ultra modern hi-tech nice rooms. Just set back to far off the main drag. We got to see VIVA ELVIS which was great. Also had a chance to eat áat Beso. If you like beef short ribs they make the best. Everyone keeps telling I need go other places. But the bottom line is there is no bettor place in the world than VEGAS.

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    Hello From Las Vegas! Running late this week. I lost some time to a some due to unexpected home repairs — the price one pays for choosing to live in one of Las Vegas’ more vintage neighborhoods — so let’s jump right into things:

    Corrections – We don’t goof often but last issue had a couple of errors:

    Moving To Las Vegas – I want to highlight a couple of posts in this week’s Members Mania section further down the newsletter:

    • Moving To Las Vegas û Where Should I Live? – I gave probably my most in-depth and certainly most recent treatise on moving here. Where to buy, where not to buy, how to not have a real estate agent steer you the wrong way (and how to find a decent one), and the latest tips for house-hunting online so you can have most of the homework done before you get here.I published it in our What’s Hot (subscribe)feed last week and we already have a lively discussion going on in the comments section. If you are just dreaming of moving here, getting serious about it, or (especially) if you live here and want to add your own two cents, I consider this a must-read. All comments (even those who don’t agree with me) are encouraged.
    • Retired And Thinking About Moving To Las Vegas, Senior Housing Questions? – I’m still about 20 years from hitting the senior mark, but I know we have a significant contingent of local seniors who are readers. Any help you can give by reading the post and entering comments below it would be incredibly welcome and appreciated!

    Betty In The Sky With A Suitcase – Although not so much Vegas-related, one of my favorite podcasts is called Betty In The Sky With A Suitcase. Betty is a flight attendant for a major commercial carrier. She takes her recorder along with her and collects funny/interesting stories about the world of airline travel from pilots, other stewardesses (she’s totally cool with that term) and sometimes passengers. Info:

    Arizona Style Immigration Law In Nevada? – A recent Review-Journal poll showed that 57% of Nevadans favor enacting the same kind of law that stirred up so much controversy in Arizona (11% were undecided). No move is afoot at present, and the Nevada legislature doesn’t meet until next year.

    Closely watched will be the effect (if any) on Arizona tourism. There would definitely be less will to pass/enforce the law here during the current economic climate if it ends up hurting Arizona travel. Having said that, the full enforcement of Arizona’s law won’t be known until it gets worked through the courts. Going to be a while…

    This Newsletter Is Helpware – OK, every once in a while, I call for you to step up to the plate. We’re able to keep this newsletter complimentary because we have enough subscribers to be able to attract quality advertisers. There’s so much more we could be doing. Things like a full-time shows/events writer. Sending photographers to more events. Being more responsive with our Facebook and Twitter pages so you could get better, more instant responses to Vegas questions. And more.

    You’ve heard of software and freeware (software at no charge). Consider our newsletter “helpware”. You help promote it, and we can help deliver a better product. Plus, it is the least we could ask since we don’t charge (other similar Las Vegas information sites and publications do).

    We know that many (and I mean many, many, many) of you read and participate on various Las Vegas blogs, forums, message boards, email groups and/or just flat out know plenty of friends and associates who visit (or are thinking of visiting) Las Vegas. Please take just a few minutes out of your life to help spread the word.

    • Mention the newsletter in forums you participate on — people can subscribe at the very top of AccessVegas.com and always at no cost.
    • Give us a mention in your blog (even if it isn’t a Vegas blog). Your readers want to know what your interests are once in a while. Kind of like my shout-out to the Betty podcast this issue.
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    • If someone in the office is headed here, email them with it or write it down for them. (Trust me, they’ll otherwise forget it and end up at accesslasvegas.com — not ours — or some other scam Vegas site because they remember it wrong).

    Hey, it’s the least you can do, and you’ll be helping assure that we can continue to deliver good, complimentary, high-quality content well into the future.

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    The Dukes Of September Rhythm Revue Featuring Donald Fagen, Michael McDonald, & Boz Scaggs – GRAMMY Award-winning singer-songwriters Donald Fagen, Michael McDonald and Boz Scaggs are uniting this summer and fall to tour as “The Dukes of September Rhythm Revue,” and will bring their unique show to The Joint at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino on Saturday, October 2. The three hit-making artists have assembled a stellar band for the occasion, and will bring the best of their mix of blue-eyed soul, rock, jazz and R&B to the stage in a series of collaborative concerts.

    Suncoast Las Vegas Welcomes History’s Pawn Stars For A Gold & Silver Road Show – Unique opportunity to meet the stars of HISTORY’s hit television series and have collectables and antiques appraised and possibly purchased. Suncoast Hotel and Casino welcomes Rick Harrison, Corey Harrison and Chumlee, stars of HISTORY’s smash hit Pawn Stars, for a Gold & Silver Road Show on Saturday, August 7.

    Rockhouse Las Vegas Adds Bar Food To Its Ultra Dive Bar Lineup – Rockhouse Bar & Nightclub, the only ultra-dive bar on the Las Vegas Strip, has introduced a delicious ultra-dive bar menu. Now Rockhouse revelers can sober up with mouthwatering grub after a game of beer pong or take a break from the dance floor to chow down on some chimichangas.

    It’s Sugar Opens At New York-New York – New York-New York has sweetened up The Strip and is inviting visitors to enjoy a whimsical world of candy creations at Las Vegas’ newest candy stop, IT’SUGAR. IT’SUGAR offers a tantalizing array of premium candies, chocolates and novelty gift items. The kiosk, located on the Mezzanine level, also features a one-of-a-kind Statue of Liberty sculpture created from thousands of colorful Jelly Bellies. Soaring eight-feet-tall, the super sweet Lady Liberty welcomes guests to a playful candy experience like none other.

    The Venetian And The Palazzo Las Vegas Welcome The Third Annual Carnival of Cuisine Event – The Venetian and The Palazzo Las Vegas welcome the return of the hottest culinary event this summer with their third annual food festival, Carnival of Cuisine. The event will take place Saturday, August 7 from 1pm-4pm in The Venetian Ballroom and showcases award-winning cuisine available exclusively at restaurants of The Venetian and The Palazzo.

    Buffalo Bill’s Gets Beefy With Its Big Azz Burger – Available at Buffalo Bill’s Wagon Master Coffee Shop and Social Beans Cafe, flavorful burgers are served in grand sizes for low prices. For $9.99, diners may enjoy the Big Azz Burger (1 ¢ pounds), the Half Azz Burger (1/2 pound) for $5.99 or the Cheap Azz Burger (1/4 pound) for $3.99.

    Panevino Ristorante Las Vegas Introduces Ladies Night and Happy Hour – Panevino Ristorante invites guests to unwind and relax in their newly remodeled, stylishly, chic bar & lounge. The Italian destination restaurant, located one block east of Las Vegas Boulevard on Sunset Road, recently launched a special Ladies Night exclusive in the bar & lounge every Friday night in addition to happy hour specials throughout the week.

    First Food & Bar Las Vegas Debuts Happy Hour Plus Summertime Lunch And Dinner Menus – The high energy of the city is wrapped up in amazing eats and drinks in this hip restaurant and bar that allows guests to keep an eye on all the action with amazing views of The Strip. Chef Sam “Sammy D” DeMarco keeps foodies and those in-the-know coming back week after week with his seasonal, creative takes on classic dishes.

    Primm Valley Casino Resorts’ Summer Golf Package Scores A hole In One with SpaûGoers û From now until Tue., Aug. 31, locals can receive a complimentary 60ûminute spa treatment at The Spa at Primm when they book Primm Valley Casino Resorts’ all-encompassing summer golf package. The $59 golf package includes a day of golf at the Tom Fazio-designed Desert or Lakes Golf Courses and a one night stay at Primm Valley Resort & Casino or Buffalo Bill’s Resort & Casino.

    Featured Tour û Enjoy Las Vegas!

    Maverick River Rafting Tour - Helicopter And Rafting Combo AdventureMaverick River Rafting Tour – Helicopter And Rafting Combo Adventure û One of the most amazing ways to experience the Grand Canyon is with a helicopter landing tour and the added bonus of river rafting through the scenic Black Canyon on the Colorado River. Start your tour with a helicopter adventure through the Grand Canyon and see it’s awe-inspiring scenery. Following the helicopter tour, you will head out with the rafting crew on a departure from the base of Hoover Dam and float 12 miles down the grand Colorado River.

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    Hello From Las Vegas! A very hot, hot, hot Las Vegas where temps were over 110 F for much of the last week. I finally put a misting system on my back patio (duh, should have done that a long time ago). But give me 110 instead of freezing temps anytime. If you are heat-adverse and from a cooler climate, now is the time to think about booking for fall. After the pool and picnic weather has subsided in your area, we’ll be enjoying 80 degree days and pleasantly cool nights (and following your favorite football team in the sports book here in Las Vegas!

    Hooters Beer Special – Hooters Las Vegas hotel is offering $1.50 Bud and Bud Light beers at all casino bars. People seem to think of Hooters as being back off of The Strip. But in reality, the Hooters entrance sits directly across from the porte-cochere of the MGM Grand. It is a longer walk from The Strip to the restaurants in the back of the MGM than it is to Hooters!

    Note: While it appears the promotion is indefinite, it never hurts to call ahead and check. PLEASE don’t be that person that emails us in 2011 going We were staying downtown and we went all the way to Hooters just for the beer special you talked about… and they weren’t running anymore. Even if you have to pay a buck to call from your hotel room (where applicable), it is always wise to check out whether a deal is still running before making a special trek.

    We’ve had a few comments about some of the changes we’ve been making in the newsletter. Following is a sample and my note of response:

    I miss-We love our readers! It could be improved if, at least, you didn’t have to click on each story. If the entire reader’s questions/comments came up all at once, I wouldn’t be so put out. I just miss them being one of the most important sections of the newsletter.

    Thanks for the great newsletter, nonetheless.

    S. Pomplun, MN

    My Response:

    All of the letters are still there! In fact, because each on is on a web page, we can go more in-depth on answering some questions. And, we’re able to use more letters than we used to. Just look at the most recent one: Moving To Las Vegas û Where Should I Live? I would never have had the opportunity to go as in-depth here in the newsletter as I was able to do online.

    Here’s the problem we are having to work around:

    Our newsletter (as a computer file) is almost 100k in file size each week. Many, many internet services automatically tag any newsletter over 40k as spam which (combined with anti-Vegas spam filters) inhibits our full subscriber list from getting it every single week. (Some will receive it, others won’t).

    We have a choice to either to cut the information we run in half, or move it online. Reducing the amount of info we run is out of the question. Hence, we’re moving much of it online.

    We give each reader question a separate page for the following reasons:

    1. You can decide which ones you do and don’t want to read without wading through a long page of multiple entries which may or may not be of interest.

    2. We have more and more people signing up for our What’s Hot feed (short digest list of new stuff we put up, delivered 3-4 times a week). By putting up a new Members Mania post every every day or two, our What’s Hot subscribers can enjoy a little bit of Vegas almost every day instead of waiting for (and wading through) the newsletter. Also, more-and-more often we get news of events that don’t make the newsletter deadline. But we can post them to the internet and include then in the What’s Hot feed.

    Hint. If you simply go to http://ask.accessvegas.com you’ll see the most recent Members Mania posts — all on one page — like you noted that you like them.

    But at the end of the day, you are generally getting longer, more informative answers from me because of no space constraints, and you are getting letters that otherwise wouldn’t have run due to space. So really… you’re getting more, not less!

    Side note on the new Moving To Las Vegas û Where Should I Live? post. I don’t want to sound like a broken record, but I can’t emphasize the following enough: ONLY move to Las Vegas if you are independently wealthy, retiring comfortably, or already employed in a job that lets you live anywhere (and isn’t dependent on the Las Vegas economy). Nevada unemployment is at 4.2 percent, 5% above the national average. Nearly 200,000 people locally out of work.

    I have a good friend considering moving here and willing to pick up “anything to get him by” until a job in his field opens up. I told him that there aren’t “anything to get him by” jobs out there. Fast food jobs are hard to come by. To no one’s surprise, employment in tourism and professional fields are holding steady. The bleed in jobs (as I’ve noted it would be in past issues) is in construction.

    2004, 2004, 2004 – Regular readers know that I’ve often pointed out that this “Vegas is dying and is going to dry up and blow away in the recession” talk is crazy-talk. Employment levels in actual count of people who have a job are at 2004 levels (we simply have too many people living here), visitor levels are at 2004 levels (which was considered a great year), and now the Convention Authority is basing its latest budget on… (hold your breath…) 2004 levels.

    The only problem that Las Vegas (as a destination) had was that everybody got WAY too overzealous in building rooms. And they did it all at once. Had the glut of new hotels not flooded the market (and the construction workers to build them never have moved to town), you would have never heard about Las Vegas having a recession. Speaking of…

    3000 More Rooms – Work is moving along nicely on The Cosmopolitan, two 50-story towers next to CityCenter. This will put additional downward pressure on room rates, keeping Las Vegas’ reputation as an extreme value intact for at least the next 9-12 months. Yes, airfare is expensive right now. But rooms here are such a bargain that we’re still the best value vacation of its kind.

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    Associate Editor: Amy Rayner-Cooley
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    Rat Pack Is Back Out “Swaggers” Competition – Las Vegas Review-Journal entertainment columnist Mike Weatherford declares that Rat Pack is Back at the Plaza Hotel & Casino “was the gasser” (Sinatra Rat Pack slang for “the best”) and gives high marks to the tribute show, its incredible cast and full orchestra, staging, and overall entertainment experience.

    Editors Note: Last week we ran some very nice bikini pics of Holly Madison and we promised that this week, we’d have something for the ladies. Here you go:

    Firefighters Raise $50,000 At The 11th Annual Fire & Rain Firefighter Bachelor Auction – Eighteen of Southern Nevada’s bravest firefighters took the stage at the 11th Annual Fire & Rain Firefighter Bachelor Auction at RAIN Nightclub inside the Palms Casino Resort. The event attracted roughly 550 attendees and raised $50,000 for the Firefighters of Southern Nevada Burn Foundation. “A lot of hard work went into making this event a big success,” said Warren Whitney, public information officer for the Firefighters of Southern Nevada Burn Foundation. “We received a tremendous amount of support from our community partners, bachelors, volunteers and those who attended our event. Thanks to their help, the Burn Foundation was able to raise $50,000 which will fund our programs and services throughout the year.”

    Deal Alert! Three Great Strip Attractions For Just $54 – Whether you love history, the human body, animals, thrills or cartoons, anyone can beat the Las Vegas heat this summer at an amazing price. The 3 for 54 promotion lets guests choose three Strip attractions to experience for just $54 and includes Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition, BODIESà The Exhibition, Shark Reef Aquarium, Siegfried & Roy’s Secret Garden and Dolphin Habitat, The Roller Coaster, CSI: The Experience, and SpongeBob Squarepants 4D FX Ride.

    MGM Grand’s Crazy Horse Paris Offers A Chance To Win A Trip To Paris! – MGM Grand’s Crazy Horse Paris, Las Vegas’ sexiest French cabaret, offers a chance to win a trip to Paris, France with the kick off of their “Passport to France” promotion that partners with various French inspired venues at the MGM Grand Hotel & Casino.

    Bellagio Launches FlyteChannel Featuring Live In-Room Airport Arrival And Departure Screens – Adding to the many world-class amenities Bellagio offers, guests now have the convenience of viewing live airport arrival and departure screens without leaving their room. FlyteChannel, on channel 50 in guest rooms, shows cities, flight numbers, scheduled and actual arrival/departure times, airline logos, and gates.

    Harrah’s Las Vegas Have The Scoop On July’s National Ice Cream Month Specials – Although most people don’t really need an extra reason to enjoy summer’s favorite dessert, July is officially National Ice Cream Month, as proclaimed by President Ronald Reagan in 1984. In the true spirit of celebration, Harrah’s and Caesars Palace proudly offer a variety of options for indulging in our country’s most popular frozen dairy treat through the end of the month.

    Sammy Hagar To Host Concert Pre-Party At Cabo Wabo Cantina – Sammy Hagar fans are in for a treat. The Red Rocker is back in Las Vegas and set to host a pre-concert kick off at his Las Vegas-based Cabo Wabo Cantina at Miracle Mile Shops inside Planet Hollywood on Friday, July 30. Hagar and friends will party like rock stars prior to his live performance with Aerosmith on Saturday, July 31 at MGM Grand Garden Arena.

    Featured Tour û Enjoy Las Vegas!

    Zion National Park by Tour Trekker ExperienceZion National Park by Tour Trekker Tour û Travel in a Tour Trekker from Las Vegas to Zion National Park on this tour. The true majesty of Zion National Park is unveiled in spectacular fashion as you explore the land where the Virgin River has sculpted a profound landscape masterpiece. You will encounter breathtaking features of picturesque places like the Court of the Patriarchs, Angel’s Landing, The Great White Throne, Temple of Sinawava, and Weeping Rock.

    Highlights: * Free hotel pickup and drop-off included * Lunch included * Fully narrated tour

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    I have been to Vegas 23 times over the last few years and there is no better place on earth then Las Vegas. I just love The Mirage.

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    Hello From Las Vegas! We get great weather much of the year. We get summer twice (both spring and fall here where our weather is comparable to summer in much of the U.S., Europe, Canada). But from mid-July through Labor Day, we pay the piper with some scorching weather. Temps the next few days are slated to rise above 110 F and overnight lows have been barely dipping ábelow 98 F.

    If you are headed our way, my summer suggestions: You early birds, keep that early bird schedule (especially if you are coming from time zones east of us where you’re up much earlier than we normally are here). Daybreak is about 5 AM and an early morning pre-buffet (most open at 7 AM) walk (and maybe some gaming) is the perfect time to be out on The Strip. Plenty of elbow room, shade against the rising sun from the tall hotels, and lower temps. If you are a late riser, rise really late. Do brunch at 1 PM then indoor activities (shopping, playing) during the afternoon and save walking The Strip until after 10 PM when temps start to dip below 100 F and party until sunrise.

    Water, Water Everywhere – Just a reminder to also drink more water than your body is telling you to. Our low humidity keeps your skin dry even when you are losing plenty of moisture and dehydration can set in quickly (especially if you are boozing). My advice? When ordering a drink, order an ice water along side it. Skip buying bottled water at the bars (expensive) and instead do so at many of the sundry stores along The Strip or at your hotel’s gift shop (where you can get a REAL bottle of water — good sized one — for way cheaper than those little bottles you pay dearly for at a bar).

    Speaking Of Late Risers – The Cosmopolitan opens this December and will have packages featuring 8 PM check-out. More on this down the road, but I wouldn’t be surprised to see other hotels adopt that option. Upon arrival here, you often don’t need a room until night falls, and many would enjoy sleeping in and then squeezing every last minute out of their last day here. We love the concept!

    Holly Madison Bikini Wet Republic Las Vegas July 4 2010Holly Madison Provides July 4’th “Fireworks” At Wet Republic Las Vegas – Holly Madison continues to be everywhere. Literally. On her recent reality show, she noted that she’s often at 3-4 events a day (and no stranger to charity events) and spent July 4’th as the featured celeb at MGM’s Wet Republic daylife pool party with cast mates from her reality show and Peepshow co-star Josh Strickland.
    Photo Credit: Ethan Miller/Getty Images

    Hint for the guys: If you click on the above photo, it will take you to a page with more photos and the complete story. If you click on any picture on the story page, it will open full size for you to use as computer wallpaper. Ladies, I promise we’ll see if Chippendales or Thunder From Down Under has new promo pics so you can have your turn!

    Fireworks Over The Strip On The Fourth – If you couldn’t be here on the 4’th of July, you missed a totally spectacular 18 minute fireworks show over Caesars Palace plus secondary shows at Mandalay Bay and the Las Vegas Hilton that could be viewed from some parts of The Las Vegas Strip. As great as they were, I keep beating the drum for us to do a full New Years Eve style show like we do up and down the entire Strip on July 4. The 1/2 million dollar price tag would be around .05% of the annual budget that the Convention/Visitors Authority spends each year (and is currently being wasted on the ridiculous Camp Vegas ads).

    The highlights would be shown around the world the next day. Demand to be here on the 4’th would be even greater. And frankly, the weather on July 4’th is a lot nicer than New Year’s Eve.

    If you weren’t here or just want to relive it, head over to Las Vegas Fourth Of July Fireworks At Caesars Palace Video where we’ve posted two videos from the 4’th.

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    Associate Editor: Amy Rayner-Cooley
    News Researcher/Editor: Mark Jacobs

    Snow Falls On Fourth Of July In Las Vegas – Caesars Palace Hosts Big Air Show – Big Air Show û Professional snowboarders and skiers performed jaw-dropping tricks on a snow-covered, four-story ski jump outside on the Roman Plaza.

    Caesars Palace FireworksCaesars Palace and Coors Light teamed up to provide the coolest venue in Las Vegas to celebrate Independence weekend. The outdoor Roman Plaza in front of Caesars Palace was transformed into the ultimate cold zone, complete with a four-story ski jump with demonstrations by professional snowboarders and skiers, a walk-through ice lounge and live music on Saturday.

    Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest In Las Vegas At The Fremont Street Experience – Elvis Presley Enterprises, Inc. (EPE), Las Vegas’ famed Fremont Street Experience and the celebrated tribute artist production “Legends in Concert,” announced today that the first-ever preliminary round of the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest to take place in Las Vegas will be held at Fremont Street Experience, Friday, July 23 and Saturday, July 24.

    Chill Out With The New “Watermelon Smash” At Rhumbar Las Vegas – As the temperature on the Las Vegas Strip keeps climbing, RHUMBAR, the stylish drink spot with a Strip-view patio, introduces a refreshing way keep cool. The mouthwatering “Watermelon Smash” cocktail fuses cool seasonal watermelon with crisp cucumber, tangy lemon and Jose Cuervo Platino tequila for a delicious, fruity summer libation. The summer cocktail recipe, crafted by lead mixologist Kristen Schaefer, combines fresh cuts of seasonal watermelon muddled together with slices of crisp cucumber, fresh-squeezed lemon juice, simple syrup, Aperol liqueur and Cuervo Platino.

    Shark Reef Aquarium’s 10-Year Birthday Celebration Cake Contest Winner Swam Away With The Votes – Shark Reef Aquarium at Mandalay Bay marks its 10th birthday in 2010 with summer-long celebrations. The recent kick-off party included an aquatic-themed cake contest with entries by some of Las Vegas’ award-winning pastry chefs. Guests were invited to vote for their favorite cake, and the winner was an impressive, 7-foot shark showcasing a fish bowl complete with live goldfish. The cake, a joint effort between the pastry kitchens of Luxor and Excalibur, and took three chefs approximately 60 hours to complete from conception to completion. Other entries were submitted by The Mirage, Mandalay Bay, Bellagio and Monte Carlo.

    First Place Winner û Luxor/Excalibur. Guests who missed the first birthday celebration have two remaining parties, July 17 and August 21, to enjoy discounted admission prices, complimentary face painting, balloons, cookies and birthday fin crowns, plus a special appearance by Sharky the Shark.

    Tacos & Tequila Las Vegas Offers Summer Happy Hour Specials – Just in time for summer, Tacos & Tequila (T&T), the rock ‘n’ roll-inspired Mexican restaurant at Luxor, introduces new happy hour specials. Locals and tourists will enjoy a variety of libations and tasty tacos at a special price, Monday through Friday from 3 to 5 p.m. Guests will get their drink on with Hornitos shots, Dos Equis Lager or casaritas, available for just $5 each, or a bucket of authentic, Sol Mexican beers, served on ice, available for $18. Revelers with an appetite will go loco for T&T’s delicious taco and beer combo featuring six signature tacos and a bucket of Sol Mexican beers for $29.

    JDRF And B.B. King’s Blues Club Las Vegas Pair Up To Host The Inaugural Rockin’ Vegas For The Cure – Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) hosts its inaugural Rockin’ Vegas for the Cure concert at B.B. King’s Blues Club on Thursday, July 15, 2010, beginning at 6:30 p.m. The night will be filled with great music, food and fundraising, featuring nine bands from around the Las Vegas Valley.

    Celebrities, Poker Pros And Enthusiasts Raise More Than $275,000 At The Fourth Annual Ante Up For Africa At Rio Las Vegas – The fourth annual Ante up for Africa charity poker tournament took place yesterday at the Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino as part of the 41st Annual World Series of Poker«, raising more than $275,000 to aid the victims of the humanitarian crises in Africa. First place went to professional poker player Phil Gordon, who won a total of $129,086 and donated 100 percent back to the charity.

    BuffaloGambling Talk: Video Slots – BuffaloÖ – with Victor H. Royer. In this issue û and the following issues û I will now write a little more about some of the favorite slots that my readers have told me they like to play, and also show you some of the great new slots that are now available in your favorite casino. In this issue, I present BuffaloÖ, by Aristocrat, and a short description of the game and how to play it. BuffaloÖ is one of the new generations of REEL Power slots from Aristocrat, this one in the Xtra Reel Power series. I will write more about Reel Power and Xtra Reel Power games, and what this means, in my new book, scheduled for release in April 2010.

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    Eldorado Canyon Tour Trekker ExperienceEldorado Canyon Tour Trekker Experience Tour û Travel by Tour Trekker from Las Vegas to the most famous gold mine in Southern Nevada – the Techatticup Mine. Explore the outside, some 500 feet deep into the side of the mountain. On the inside, see deep into the veins where early miners chased their dreams of gold and silver in the Great Gold Rush of the 1800’s. On the short journey to this rustic site, you’ll enjoy spectacular scenery – fields of teddy bear cholla, rare geologic formations, and an excellent photo opportunity down near the banks of Lake Mojave, the blue jewel of this isolated desert terrain.

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    Hello From Las Vegas! Summer is in full swing, and and all those people who claimed that Las Vegas was dead (or dying) are morons. Some thought that when I refuted the notion over the past couple of years, I was just holding out crazy hope and having wishful thinking. However, time-after-time you were writing me and telling me what my own eyes told me: Las Vegas is busy.

    Last Monday, we took an afternoon cruise down the Las Vegas Strip. It was 106 F out. Traffic was bumper-to-bumper. The sidewalks had plenty of people on them. And this is a Monday (mid-weeks are slower) in June! That “Vegas is dying” stuff was just some sour grapes by people with with no life who don’t like having fun. They were hoping that all of your fun would grind to a halt. They were wrong!

    Bringing Fremont Street To The Strip – Harrah’s (Corporation) is reviving its plans to build a bars/restaurants/shops/etc complex between O’Sheas and The Flamingo, including the concept of having huge Ferris wheel attraction in the back which would take visitors high over the Las Vegas Strip. I’ve heard people question that limited space there, but it won’t be an issue:

    • That “alley” is a LOT wider than people think. It is the same spot we filmed Cinco De Mayo Las Vegas Strip 2010 Party
    • O’Shea’s parking garage is used for Harrah’s (Corp) employee parking. It would be perhaps converted to mixed use or torn down and employees could park on some of the empty space created when Harrah’s tore down all of the apartments, timeshares, and Bourbon Street Hotel.

    Las Vegas Strip resorts are getting wise to what is happening on Fremont Street downtown. It has turned into one great party every night. Nice and condensed limiting the long walks, plenty of diversions and entertainment, and growing crowds. If Harrah’s can recreate that, they have a home run on their hands.

    Don’t Claim To Know Vegas If You Don’t – A San Francisco based consumer reporter recently took a trip here and made some disparaging blog posts about Las Vegas (presumably to write off his trip — “work research”). He was particularly aggravated over paying $4 for a soft drink at a casino bar and otherwise painted Las Vegas as a rip-off. Truth is, he just didn’t know how to save money on food and drink here! (He obviously isn’t one of my readers).

    I took the time to answer his charges and detailed all the ways to save on your libations, soft drinks, and noted that meal specials abound if you know where to find them.

    Click over to read Consumer Reporter Tries To Bash Las Vegasà My Retort where I posted a link to his original comments plus my retort. You might even come across some ways to save on your food and drink here that you hadn’t thought about! Safe to say that if you are a regular reader here, you are much better informed about Las Vegas than most of the wanna-be experts.

    Super Hot Ticket – Bob Dylan with John Cougar Mellencamp opening play The Colosseum at Caesars Palace this coming August 18. Capacity is only around 4000. I see we still have some Box Seats (as of this writing) in the $100 range. If you want to jump on that (or simply jump on getting tickets for it), click to Bob Dylan Las Vegas Tickets

    Air Traffic Down – …Slightly for the fourth straight month. Think nothing of it. Everybody is trying to connect it with tourism. The reality is that our stagnant population combined with 14% unemployment has locals flying a LOT less. The new Hoover Dam bridge (to be finished in November of this year) will put a small dent in that as well. Shaving 1/2 hour (or more at times) off the drive from Arizona and New Mexico plus the continued TSA and airport hassles will continue to keep people in their cars. Plus, regular visitors like having a car here so they can get off The Strip to local attractions like Red Rock Canyon, Hoover Dam, Lake Las Vegas and more.

    Las Vegas Fireworks – Earlier in the week, we put fireworks listings for the Las Vegas Strip area online. We immediately put it out on Twitter and our What’s Hot feed (which you can subscribe to by email at no cost). If you get this newsletter before heading to town and you’ll be here for July 4’th, check out Las Vegas 4th Of July Events

    The Stratospher Tower, Las Vegas, Nevada

    Watch The Sunset – We have spectacular sunsets all year ’round. My pick to watch them (especially this time of year)? in the air-conditioned comfort of Stratosphere Tower Las Vegas. Here’s why: From the inside observation area you can catch both The Strip and Downtown light up, and between those two your western view is the sun dipping below the mountains which surround our area. Outstanding.

    Keep in mind that the sun can vanish quick here over the mountains, and our sunset is probably earlier than yours at home (as we sit on the very eastern edge of our time zone). Get up there with plenty of time to spare.

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    Associate Editor: Amy Rayner-Cooley
    News Researcher/Editor: Mark Jacobs

    lion king las vegasThe Lion King Is Roaring – DisneyÆs award-winning Broadway phenomenon THE LION KING celebrated its first anniversary on the Las Vegas Strip at Mandalay Bay. Though the production just pounced onto the Mandalay Bay Theatre stage one year ago, it already has a lot to celebrate. Within nine weeks of its Las Vegas debut, DisneyÆs THE LION KING broke the Mandalay Bay box office record previously held by MAMMA MIA! and then went on to break its own record four more times throughout the year.

    B.B. King’s Blues Club At Mirage Las Vegas Offers World Cup Specials – Fans wanting to view the World Cup can do so at B.B. King’s Blues Club. B.B. King’s Blues Club offers $9.95 breakfast and lunch specials daily throughout the World Cup. Patrons can also enjoy $12 pitchers of domestic draft beer. The games can be viewed on eight high-definition TVs around the club for no cover charge.

    Celebrate Independence Day Las Vegas With Rock ‘N’ Roll Karaoke And $1 American Brews At Cabo Wabo Cantina – Cabo Wabo Cantina will celebrate America’s Birthday with live rock ‘n’ roll karaoke and $1 American brews on Sunday, July 4. Revelers will enjoy a selection of domestic drafts for just $1 from 3 to 8 p.m. and live rock music by classic rock band 3 Digit IQ at 9 p.m.

    Planet Hollywood And PH Towers: Latest Resorts To Participate In Harrah’s Las Vegas Hotel Group “No Resort Fees” Program – Effective immediately, Planet Hollywood Resort and PH Towers eliminate resort fees. The two resorts will join the other Harrah’s Entertainment Las Vegas properties, including Paris Las Vegas, Bally’s, Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino, Caesars Palace, Flamingo Las Vegas, Imperial Palace and Harrah’s, in not imposing mandatory resort fees attached to a room reservation.


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    Katharine McPhee Kicks-off ‘Stereo Love Saturdays’ At AZURE Las Vegas Beach Club – American Idol alum, Katharine McPhee, made a special musical appearance at AZURE Luxury Pool on Saturday, June 26th for ‘Stereo Love Live’. The sultry singer and songwriter graced the poolside stage and hosted the day time party to celebrate the launch of Belvedere Pink Grapefruit Vodka. Kat arrived with her husband to The Palazzo on Friday where they checked in at the VIP Lounge to their luxurious Siena suite. Kat was wearing a loose fitting cream crop top with cut-off jean shorts, flip flops and sporting her signature short, now brunette, hair do.

    Macanudo Millionaire Contest 2010 – Win A Trip To Palms Las Vegas, Possible $1,000,000 – You can win a trip to the Palms Las Vegas resort and possibly become a millionaire in the Macanudo Millionaire contest! Grand Prize is a trip for four and a chance to win up to $1,000,000!

    Las Vegas Shopping Notes

    Ermenegildo Zegna Opens at Crystals – Ermenegildo Zegna, the leading Italian luxury menswear brand with a reputation for quality and service that is unparalleled around the world, opened its largest Las Vegas store at Crystals on June 5. At approximately 10,000 square feet, the two-level store showcases its extensive collection of suiting, sportswear, small leather goods and accessories.

    La Martina Opens – Just opened at The Forum Shops, La Martina is the official supplier in the world of the sport of polo. They approach business the same way a high scoring polo player approaches polo – with passion, devotion and the utmost commitment to excellence. The storeÆs concept includes leather outfits, polos and shirts for men, women and kids, as well as accessories such as belts, bags, shoes, hats and more. Each and every product at La Martina is carefully designed, produced and tested to ensure it fulfills necessary quality standards required to compete and win at the very best tournaments all over the world.

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    Maverick Indian Territory TourMaverick Indian Territory Tour û This exciting tour begins by flying over the beautiful Lake Las Vegas, Lake Mead, the world famous Hoover Dam and Fortification Hill. Maverick Helicopters will descend and land in the Hualapai Indian Territorym 3,500 feet into the Grand Canyon. The excursion then journeys back through the Grand Canyon and lands on at the West Rim where you will enjoy spectacular views along Eagle Point and receive a brief introduction to the Hualapai Indian legends and culture. Guano Point, a breathtaking observation spot overlooking the Grand Canyon will follow.

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