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Access Vegas Insider Vibe October 20, 2010

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

Hello From Las Vegas! Fall stormed in… literally. The past few days have seen massive thunderstorms with serious showers and the temps have dropped from the 80’s to the 70’s (F). With November temps averaging 66 degrees, I’m hoping we hold on to the 70’s as long as possible.

Correction – Last issue I noted that upwards of 40% of Nevadans simply do not like Reid at all (according to polls). The day after I published that issue, local news sources put Reid’s disapproval rating in Nevada at 52%. “But Ted, that can’t be” you say. “Anyone with those unfavorables is not electable”. Normally, this is true. Which is why the Reid campaign has used most of their advertising budget to paint challenger Sharon Angle as a lunatic. Frame this as a race between someone that people don’t like and a lunatic and Reid is hoping people see him as the lesser of evils.

I know we’re not a political newsletter but with so many reader inquiries, I figure a few of you want to know about the race.

In My Place (Kind Of) – My parents have been in town the past week. I wasn’t going to publish this week (we are only obligated to our advertisers for three issues per month). But… with so much Vegas news coming out, I said let’s do it.

However, since I didn’t have the substantial amount of time I put into Newkirk’s Notes, I decided to point you to the following videos from Norm Clarke. He’s one of the absolute best-informed guys in Las Vegas, he’s a super cool guy, down-to-earth, and gets to go out and see and do more stuff than I get to do! (Lucky Norm… he’s a columnist, I have business-related responsibilities as publisher of Access Vegas). Enjoy!

Norm Clarke’s Vegas Picks – Here at AccessVegas.com, we are unabashed fans of celebrity/gossip/insider scoop Las Vegas Review-Journal writer Norm Clarke. He’s been covering Las Vegas for well over a decade. He goes out of his way to be accurate. And, he’s literally one of the most attitude-free in a city where everybody thinks that they are important.

Norm recently sat down for an interview with Vegas Chatter and spilled the beans on his favorites regarding just about everything Las Vegas. Norm has seen and done just about everything, and these three videos are well worth watching. Click to view Las Vegas’ Top Insider Norm Clarke Shares His Sin City Suggestions and feel free to add your own thoughts at the bottom of that page!

For those of you who are active in various Vegas message boards, forums, and similar, here’s the shortened URL to the videos which you can copy and post elsewhere: http://x.co/JLmF

Another Reminder – We’ve added a whole bunch more stuff to our Las Vegas Halloween Section and continue to add information as we get it.

Enjoy This Issue!

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

Cartier Relocates To A Prominent New Location In The Forum Shops At Caesars Las Vegas – Cartier, one of the world’s most esteemed luxury houses, is excited to announce the relocation and re-opening of Cartier in The Forum Shops at Caesars in Las Vegas. Located in a new, significantly more sizable space in The Forum Shops, the boutique design combines traditional and modern elements to create an alluring and inviting retail space. The new boutique opened July 29 at the entrance of the mall in front of the Fountain of the Gods.

Rhumbar Las Vegas Stirs Up An Endless Summer With New Cocktails And Pitchers – Summer may be nearing its end but Rhumbar will keep the solstice-vibe in full effect with the addition of three new cocktails and five delicious pitchers to its already appealing menu. Now guests can continue to relax on the patio while enjoying Rhumbar’s endless summer nightlife featuring lively entertainment and the season’s most inspired cocktails. Rhumbar’s classic cocktails are now available in pitchers. Now partygoers can enjoy pitchers of red or white sangria, hurricane, mai tai or margarita served Strip-side, starting at $40.

Bravo’s Top Chef: Just Desserts Host Gail Simmons Headlines Food & Wine’s All-Star Weekend In Las Vegas – The inaugural FOOD & WINE All-Star Weekend, hosted by FOOD & WINE’s Gail Simmons and an array of culinary all-stars, will take place in Las Vegas at luxury resorts Bellagio, ARIA, and Vdara November 5 -7. “FOOD & WINE All-Star Weekend brings together all of the elements that make Las Vegas a top epicurean destination: talented chefs and wine experts, world-class luxury resorts; and lavish dining experiences at some of the leading restaurants in the country,” said FOOD & WINE VP/Publisher Christina Grdovic. “We are thrilled to partner with MGM Resorts International on this dynamic event.”

“True Bud” Is Back With A Vengeance At Rockhouse – Sink Your Teeth In To Rockhouse’s Halloween Weekend Lineup – “True Bud” Halloween weekend is back and thirsty for more. This Halloween, Rockhouse Bar & Nightclub will celebrate with four nights of costume contests and satisfying drink specials for partygoers to sink their teeth in to. Beginning Thursday, October 28, through Sunday, October 31, patrons will be thirsting to “suck your Bud” with two-for-one Budweiser bottled beers all weekend long. To put partygoers in the spooky spirit, DJ Joey Da Juice will spin party-inducing mash-ups on the ones and twos while Rockhouse gears up for a weekend full of costume contests and Halloween havoc.

Rock & Rita’s Las Vegas Gets Extreme With MXB Flair Competition At Circus Circus – Rock & Rita’s, the “Great American Party” restaurant and bar will go extreme in search of the world’s “Most Xtreme Bartender” (MXB), Wednesday nights at Circus Circus. The MXB flair bartending competition will push the boundaries as the industry’s top competitors stake their claim for the championship title, extreme prizes and cash. Kicking off Wednesday nights at 8 p.m., the six-week flair bartending competition will conclude with final rounds on Wednesday, November 10. Each night will showcase the thrilling talents of ten bartenders as they perform their most extreme tricks to win extreme prizes. The top two competitors of each night will advance to the final rounds, held at Rock & Rita’s.

Ricardo’s Mexican Restaurant Las Vegas And Rosangel Tequila Break Guinness World Records For The “World’s Largest Pink Margarita” – Ricardo’s Mexican Restaurant and Rosangel Tequila broke the Guinness World Records for “World’s Largest Pink Margarita” today. In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month, Rosangel, the world’s premier hibiscus-infused tequila, gave the margarita a pink hue. A portion of the event’s proceeds benefitted Susan G. Komen for the Cure of Southern Nevada. (Photo Courtesy by Denise Truscello)

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I’m hoping that you can suggest some possible alternatives to the Strip for our annual family reunion in the Vegas area.

For the last 16 years, we siblings along with our parents have gathered from all around the country to meet at the Flamingo for Dad’s birthday in May.

It has been a great run, but unfortunately, age and mobility issues are catching up with us. We are now in mid-40’s to late-80’s age range. The crowds of noisy 20-somethings and the hotels that cater to them are getting extremely annoying, and the huge casinos are getting too hard to navigate. We don’t come to party as much as to socialize and shop. So we are searching for another venue for next year that meets our requirements. Vegas is perfect for the weather and the convenience of air flights. We also need:

  • a pool for sunning – preferably without blasting music
  • a poker room
  • relatively quiet casino/public areas (it is the constantly blaring noise we object to)
  • a bonus would be shuttle/taxi distance to Strip shopping/shows

Can you offer some suggestions?

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On another topic – When I arrived last trip and got a cab from the airport to Flamingo, I was long-hauled. My fault – I was tired, and when the driver said he’d go on the freeway, ok?, I stupidly said “sure”. Too late, I remembered you writing about just that scenario. $26 fare – and obviously no tip.

For the rest of our stay, though, the cab drivers and restaurant and hotel service people we met were friendly, helpful, and professional.

I would offer a recommendation to anyone looking for a special group dinner venue. At Canaletto at the Venetian, we had 10 people in a small, private room upstairs overlooking St Mark’s Square. The food was incredible, the staff was extremely accommodating, the venue was very classy, and the prices fair.

Thanks for your help –

Judy

 

Ted Responds:

Thanks for the input from your last stay. Trip reports help other readers!

I’m glad that you brought this up because just recently we were noting around the office as to how many readers are regular visitors who are very amiable to staying off-strip if they knew more about the various properties.

M is really nice and reasonable rates, but they have a pretty active pool area (they invite locals, sell cabanas, have a DJ) and next May will be pool weather, so maybe too much noise/activity.

Offhand, Orleans and Sam’s Town would both be good picks. More subdued crowd, both nice/decent properties, plenty to do (movies, bowling), poker rooms, tons of on-site dining options, free shuttles to Strip. Sam’s Town is just a two block walk from The Cannery Hotel/Casino for a change of pace. Also, with a free shuttle, the South Point has the advantage of being a new property and just a couple of miles from the huge outlet mall at the way south end of The Strip.

If you love shopping, make sure you check out Town Square (1/2 mile south of Mandalay Bay). Upscale but worth browsing even if you don’t buy. Really a best kept secret as you feel you are walking around a few blocks of a prefect little town.

And keep in mind that the new express bus route runs from Town Square all the way downtown (Fremont Street Experience) and on to the the downtown outlet mall!

Primm Valley Resorts is a great day trip (and a proud sponsor of this newsletter, helping to keep it complimentary to our 41,000 readers). The shuttle from The Strip (shuttle schedule) is $15 round-trip and comes with more than $800 in savings at their huge outlet mall. The guys can gamble or play poker while the ladies shop or hit the spa.

Plus, they have two golf courses with tee times as low as $35 weekdays. No, the courses don’t suck — both are Tom Fazio courses and have won numerous awards! They just don’t experience the high demand because they are down the road a ways from Las Vegas. Go see for yourself: Primm Valley Golf Club Course Information. If you were driving in, I’d actually suggest Primm for the stay. It is one of the last places you’re going to run into the noisy twenty-something crowd!

Except for the lack of a poker room, Tuscany Suites is a best-kept secret. Downside is the very short taxi ride (no shuttle) or leg-stretching walk to The Strip.

Hope this helps and thanks for the input!

I am a soon-to-be retired railroad worker from NY state. Go to Vegas approximately twice a year for the last 8 or nine years. I must commend you on your honesty regarding the state’s economy and confess that I am putting off moving until maybe 2013 or so. It seems the bottom has not yet been reached as far as real estate prices go.

My wife and I decided we want to live there and with my railroad and local pensions I think I can manage rather nicely. Haven’t decided whether to buy or rent, probably rent at first so if I don’t like it I can always just split.

My question to you is do you think it is wise for us to wait a little while before moving out there or should we wait it out and possibly get a better home purchase bargain in the future? I know it is hard to predict but I would like a local, learned opinion.

Thanks,

Ruben Riesgo

 

Ted Responds:

I have been renting for a number of years, having saw the bust coming long before it happened. (I was rolling my eyes at both the prices of Las Vegas homes during the boom, and at how no one could see that the frenzied growth was a pyramid scheme, a house-of-cards waiting to fall). While I decide my next move, I’ve been following the market very closely. My advice (which I’m following for myself):

1. The market has basically bottomed. You’ll see fluctuations but at the end of the day, prices are at the point where they are low enough that investors and those gainfully employed (who could not afford the home they wanted during the boom) are buying at a pace that is keeping the market from tanking further.

2. All indications are that we’ll see the market scrape along the bottom for the next 18 months. After that, the people who are going to lose their homes, walk away from their mortgages, and/or just leave town will have done so. After that, maybe a small price upswing but absolutely nothing I see in the next 4-5 years that could contribute to a hard climb in prices.

3. Because you have the advantage of time, I’d very strongly consider renting a home or apartment for the first year (or at least 6 months — you can put your stuff in storage). The Las Vegas Valley is upwards of 20 miles wide and 25 miles long. You can spend the first three months just getting familiar with the area and where you’d really like to end up living instead of having some area-biased real estate agent do it. And the next three months house hunting and closing on a place.

4. Since you’ll be living on retirement, the state of the local economy matters not to you. The worse it is, the cheaper the cost of living. And the economy does not affect our sunshine or (normally) dry weather!

5. Before making the move, I’d strongly suggest coming out for 2 or 3 weeks (perhaps staying in a nicer extended stay property) and renting a car and living a little more like a local. Perhaps in the summer you so can familiarize yourself with our worst 3 months (regarding weather). Going to the grocery store and drug store. Driving around the area a bit. Make sure you are 100% happy about the decision to move here.

Bottom line: If you wait all the way until 2013, you risk slightly higher home prices. (My guess, 10% above current prices). So if you have a number of factors that bring the 2013 date into play, you can weigh that risk against those factors.

My best advice to anyone looking to make this move? Arrive later summer of 2011 for a 6 month renting period. This will allow you to buy during the holidays when the real estate market is dead and buyers are the most eager to bargain.

Once again, these are just my thoughts based on extensive research. Everyone should make the decisions that best suit their situation.

Hope this helps!

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Access Vegas Insider Vibe October 13, 2010

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

Hello From Las Vegas! Wow, has it been nice. highs in the 80’s, lows in the 60’s, plenty of sunshine, very little wind… loving it!

Korean Air 747

Monday I grabbed a sandwich and had lunch at the airport viewing area (view on map) on Sunset Road. Just before getting ready to leave, lo-and-behold I spotted this Korean Air 747 on final approach. Flipped my Blackberry to camera mode and caught this shot through the fence (those on our AccessVegas.com Twitter Feed already got a peek minutes after the shot).

The last time that plane had been on the ground was in Korea. Pretty intense thought. I continue to be completely awestruck (and very grateful) that so many of you travel such long distances to come experience Las Vegas!

Best Things To Do in Las Vegas – AOL Travel recently came out with a list of their editors picks of the best things to do in Las Vegas. We agree that each item is worth seeing, but picking out the 10 very best things is extremely subjective. The great thing about Las Vegas is that there is truly something for just about every adult (even if testing you luck holds no interest to you). When you get journalists in from out-of-town, they hit what they have time to write about and what interests them. Here’s the list:

Full Article: Best Things To Do in Las Vegas

Final Call For Cher Tickets – Cher ends her Las Vegas run the first week of February, 2011. Head to Cher Las Vegas Tickets if you want to catch the show before it is gone.

Bay Essentials Opens at Shoppes At Mandalay Place – Now open at The Shoppes at Mandalay Place, bay essentials offers an array of assorted snacks, sundries, liquors, non-alcoholic beverages and souvenir retail items. The store is located adjacent to Shoe Obsession (perfect, your wife or girlfriend will have no problem finding it)! Another good opportunity to remind you of one of our best Vegas tips: Buy your beer and liquor at the sundry stores. You’ll save a bunch over hitting the bar and you don’t have to tip the clerk (unless you want to).

We Love Rehab!!! (Or Maybe Not) – Over the past few years, pool parties have grown in popularity. Everything from Rehab (Hard Rock) and Wet Republic (MGM) to more low key affairs put on by locals joints. This summer, the trend mushroomed and it seems that nearly every major property designated at least one day as a pool party event day. (Luxor even promoted a weekly party catering to gays and lesbians).

Is daylife supplanting nightlife or is this a trend that will soon die down? What do you think? Love it? Hate it? Click to watch this story Las Vegas Pool Party Popularity Unrivaled Even During A Recession (video on page) and then feel free to post your comments and thoughts below the video.

Members Mania – I fielded some complaints/concerns that we had no Members Mania last week. I do apologize. I enjoy doing it immensely as I get to share my nearly 18 years of knowledge as a Las Vegas resident (I’ve writing about Las Vegas tourism since 1995). We’re temporarily shorthanded right now. Since I’m the jack-of-all-trades around here, I’m spread pretty thin. Former staffer Rick Ziegler is returning to Las Vegas (and the AccessVegas.com fold) in just about a month. Once he’s up to speed, expect all the regular things we do to be back on track, and many new, fun, informative features to be launched (like the long-awaited relaunch of All Vegas TV and hopefully our podcast).

Don’t Forget Halloween – Halloween has grown bigger and bigger here, and with it falling on a Sunday this year you’ll be sure to see a Halloween weekend up and down the Las Vegas Strip. We’re still adding tons of Halloween event and party info at http://www.accessvegas.com/halloween-2010 and I know we have more coming later this week. Make sure to check that page often as we continue to update it through Halloween weekend.

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“Phantom”, which is Vegas’ presentation of the timeless “Phantom of the Opera” musical by Andrew Lloyd Webber, weaves a dark and evocative tale of jealousy, drama, horror and romance. Set in 1911 at the auction of the dilapidated remains of the Paris Opera house, a broken chandelier sets the stage for the mysterious circumstances of the events that befell the venue thirty years earlier. A beautiful girl is trained to sing by an unseen benefactor who resides within the very walls of the opera house. But is he a man? Or monster? Or perhaps both?

Tacos And Tequila Las Vegas Introduces Mahi Mahi Burrito (With Recipe) – Tacos and Tequila (T&T) has added a delicious and nutritious seafood selection to its mouthwatering Mexican menu. The delectable mahi mahi burrito will provoke a fiesta for the taste buds featuring grilled mahi mahi wrapped in a flour tortilla, topped with napa cabbage, pico de gallo, fresh guacamole, a blend of Oaxaca and Gouda cheeses and served with a side of jalapeno-infused tartar sauce, for dipping. A good source of protein and essential nutrients, the mahi mahi burrito will surely please both seafood and Mexican food fanatics alike.

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The Palm Las Vegas’ Special Four Course Prix Fixe Dinner – Enjoy a special four-course steak and lobster tail meal this autumn for just $49 at The Palm-Las Vegas where the philosophy is simple: treat guests like family, serve great food and always exceed expectations. The popular four-course meal features a nine-ounce, aged filet mignon and Nova Scotia lobster tail with drawn butter and lemon.

Fright Dome At Circus Circus Partners With Lionsgate And Twisted Pictures For Second Year – Two all new haunted houses themed after the legendary SAW horror franchise and popular horror film MY BLOODY VALENTINE. It’s time to play a game… Fright Dome takes over The Adventuredome at Circus Circus beginning Friday, Oct. 1. For the second year, Fright Dome will partner with Lionsgate and Twisted Pictures to theme SAW, one of its five haunted houses. Additionally, Lionsgate’s MY BLOODY VALENTINE will reveal its horror house this fall. This season Fright Dome is guaranteed to terrify even the bravest of visitors with all new themes and scare zones.

Celebrity Chef Rick Moonen Hosts Free – Event Feasting On Words, The Literature & Food Fair – Literature, food and great chefs of Las Vegas come together on Sunday, Nov. 7, at the Vegas Valley Book Festival. Celebrity chef Rick Moonen will host “Feasting on Words û The Literature & Food Fair” from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. downtown at the Historic Fifth Street School. Moonen, of Rick Moonen’s rm seafood at Mandalay Bay and author of “Fish Without a Doubt,” is one of the country’s top culinary advocates for sustainable seafood. The day will offer a wide variety of programs and special events related to food, cooking traditions, literature and books. All events are free and open to the public.

Alize At The Top Of The Palms Celebrates October’s National Vegetarian Month With Special Tasting Menu – Legendary Las Vegas Chef AndrÚ Rochat Showcases Palette-Pleasing Meatless Menu to Benefit Nevada Cancer Institute. National Vegetarian Month kicks off October 1. To mark this occasion and increase awareness of the variety of delicious meat-free options, AlizÚ at the Top of the Palms is offering a special, six-course vegetarian tasting menu. Featuring mouth-watering meat- alternatives that are both tasty and fulfilling, the special menu is priced at $55 per person. Even more appetizing is $5 of every vegetarian tasting menu purchased will be donated to Nevada Cancer Institute.

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I love your newsletter and always read it as soon as it arrives in my email box to see whats new or what shows are being featured in what month.

I am a single woman who goes to Vegas several times a year and have all my favorite places to go. I have made good friends in hotels and restaurants because of how much I frequent them when I am there. I have never been afraid to walk alone day or night because my eyes are always open and I am always aware of my surroundings. I think Vegas is very safe if you stay on the strip and don’t get off on the side streets (especially at night).

I would tell anyone who is single or traveling alone that there are so many things to do and places to eat and things to see that you can go by yourself and never feel bored or lonely.

And – you don’t have to worry about the person you’re with complaining their feet hurt, or their hungry, or they just cant walk anymore, etc. I love Vegas and I love going there alone. And I truly love your newsletter. Its the best!!!

Rose from Colorado

Ted Responds:

Thanks for the kind words! It really makes us feel good to be of help (and don’t forget to buy from the newsletter sponsor who keep it complimentary and keep our lights on).

The subject of coming to Las Vegas alone (especially if you are female) came up some time ago, but we continue to receive feedback similar to yours. I must confess that I too am partial to hitting the Las Vegas Strip solo. With so many incredible choices of what to do, see, and eat (and so little time to do it all), it is nice to have the luxury of just going where you want. Also, you don’t go through that painful issue where you are gambling with someone and you are winning (and want to stay) but they are losing and broke and want to move on.

We occasionally get the questionáA group of us are coming to Las Vegas, what should we do? My answer? Split Up!!! Cell phone service is pretty consistent now even in the hotels (which used to be notorious for dead spots). Arrange a meeting time (perhaps dinner somewhere) or time for everybody to check in with a designated person who can coordinate meeting up. And remember the Vegas rule pertaining to meeting someone: It is acceptable to be late or be a no-show, but only if you are winning and on a hot streak!

I heard that Nevada voters oppose Harry Reid by a larger percentage than those who support him. Can you explain the rationale behind the Las Vegas Mayor’s support for the senator? I was of the impression Reid is not good for Nevada. I also understand the mayor is popular. Am I wrong on this?

Thanks,

RW Milaca from Minnesota

Ted Responds:

The Mayor is a former Democrat (now an independent) who held out quite a while on giving any endorsement and endorsed Reid when specifically asked at a joint appearance by the two at a non-related event (the event wasn’t to announce the endorsement). At the time, Mayor Goodman was standing next to Reid.

So… I’d call it a pretty soft endorsement. At this point, it does not appear that the mayor has campaigned for Reid. Plus, they are longtime friends (and one time adversaries as Reid was on the gaming control board when Goodman was defending some pretty interesting characters — reference the movie Casino in which Goodman played himself).

Politics makes very strange bedfellows. Staunch conservative Wayne Newton has also endorsed Reid. As has the Mayor of Reno (a Republican). As has Palms owner George Maloof. In fact, Reid has listed Republicans who support him at http://www.harryreid.com/ee/index.php/republicans/members/

When it comes to the power structure, Las Vegas is a very, very small city. Reid wields a huge amount of power. And, he knows many of these people by name/face. Reid is someone who you don’t want to cross. He didn’t get to his current position of power by being the nicest guy in the Senate. I understand that he can move and shake and wield power behind the scenes like nobody’s business.

Sharon Angle has always been a bit of a political enigma. But she doesn’t seem to have a long record of being power-hungry or keeping an enemies list. So… if she beats Reid, the Republicans who endorsed him really aren’t out anything.

As I have done from the start, I continue to predict a race that will go down to the wire. It currently is a toss-up. Although somewhere upwards of 40% of Nevadans simply do not like Reid at all (according to polls), he’s been especially successful as painting Angle as wacky and possibly unstable.

Reid can raise nearly unlimited funds to pound away at her. And he has. Since many voters do little research before hitting the polls, the race will likely come down to who can saturate TV, radio, and the internet best to get their message out. Angle is on a nationwide hunt for donations (as evidenced by the Retire Harry Countdown Clock on her site) from those who dislike Reid and recent reports note that she’s gaining significant financial momentum.

Going to be interesting to watch this one play out!

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    Access Vegas Insider Vibe September 29, 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! Rain and clouds are blowing through the weekend, and bringing a stark transition with it. Last week’s highs? Around 100 (F). This coming week? In the 80’s. Still plenty of action around the pools (once the rain clears up) and no sweater or jacket needed. We get “summer” (nice and warm, but not too hot nor cold) twice a year: Spring and Fall. This fall is shaping up nicely.

    Las Vegas Death Ray – Many of you have seen recent stories about how the sun’s reflection off Vdara (CityCenter) at this time of year has been heating certain areas of their pool deck to uncomfortable (and possibly unsafe) levels. If you are new to the story or have only heard bits and pieces, we’ve posted a couple of video stories at Vdara Las Vegas Death Ray Videos

    This is not necessarily a new phenomenon here in Las Vegas. With sun virtually every day and glass covered hotels, we mostly get used to it. Last week while at Rhumbar (Mirage) the sun’s rays beaming off of Wynn honed directly onto where I was sitting. While I didn’t feel extra heat, the result was blinding (literally). Sunglasses were of no use and I had to reposition myself for about 20 minutes. Drive the I-15 certain times of day, and the reflection off of Mandalay Bay can be distracting.

    Although CityCenter designers planned for this and used a special type of glass coating, it obviously didn’t quite do the job. They have vowed to find a fix. Those who lived or visited in the mid-90’s may remember that both The Rio and Las Vegas Hilton had green lasers that could be seen for miles from each property. They were really cool, and I regret having no photos. They were turned off because of concerns of interference with air traffic and complaints that the beams were an annoyance to homeowners in the foothills when the beams passed their way.

    R.I.P Tony Curtis – We morn the loss of Las Vegas resident and film legend Tony Curtis this past week. Curtis always considered Las Vegas his second home, and officially moved here in 2000. Many celebs quietly have a home here, or even make it their full-time place of residence. No income taxes, lots of sun, and plenty of non-stop flights to major destinations around the globe make this an attractive home. But you never really hear about them or see them (very little community involvement).

    Not so for Curtis. He was often out-and-about (until stints of heath issues more recently), universally friendly, and active in community events. Even to the point of a couple of local library appearances during the past two years which drew notable crowds. Vegas-based journalist Steve Friess did what is probably the final extensive interview of Curtis’ career in 2008 which we’ll link to below. Curtis’ funeral is open to the public at Palm Mortuary (Eastern Ave) with a reception to follow at The Luxor. Turner Classic Movies will play a full day (24 hours) of Curtis’ films on Oct. 10.

    A Blip Of Good Job News? – The Cosmopolitan (of Las Vegas, the new hotel between CityCenter and Bellagio) is currently in the process of hiring 5000 people to staff the property. Also the Review-Journal is hosting their 2010 Career Fair October 19 at The Orleans. Details:

    An extremely important note about applying for new hotel jobs: New properties typically over-hire and then quietly trim staff during the first few months. Everyone is new, no one has seniority, and this lets them trim down to the group of people they want working at the property. Not everyone ends up being the perfect fit for any given position. If you live out of the area and are fortunate enough to land a job at a new hotel, work really hard at your new job. But I’d consider the job temporary (IE, don’t go house hunting or sell your place in your home city) for the first 6 months.

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    MGM Grand’s Crazy Horse Paris To Feature Playboy’s Miss October 2010 Playmate Claire Sinclair For A Series Of Exclusive Performances – MGM Grand’s Crazy Horse Paris, Las Vegas’ sensual French burlesque show, is excited to welcome their stunning guest star Claire Sinclair, Playboy Playmate Miss October 2010, for a series of exclusive performances October 21 – 28. Sinclair will perform three unique acts alongside the beautiful dancers of MGM Grand’s Crazy Horse Paris. The special performances will mark Sinclair’s first appearance in front of a live audience.

    Rock And Roll Hall Of Famer And Grammy Award Winner Rod Stewart To Play Eight Shows At The Colosseum At Caesars Palace In November – Rock icon Rod Stewart announced today that he will play eight performances at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace November 6-21.

    Football Heats Up Rhumbar’s Patio – Tailgate On The Patio Saturday Through Monday At Rhumbar – Let’s get ready to RHUMBAR! This football season, as the weather cools down RHUMBAR’s spacious outdoor patio heats up with football fever. Saturdays, Sundays and Monday nights, pigskin fans will enjoy football tailgating on the patio with an enticing roster of power plays, munchies and drink specials.

    Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Guests Can Hit The Jackpot On 10-10-10 – Who says 7 is the only lucky number in Vegas? Hard Rock Hotel & Casino is giving Vegas goers more than 10 reasons to visit the property on 10-10-10 (October 10, 2010).The 10-10-10 promotion will be available throughout the property and will allow guests to experience exclusive deals all day long. 10,000 WAYS TO ROCK PROMOTION.

    Alize At The Top Of The Palms Celebrates October’s National Vegetarian Month With Special Tasting Menu – Legendary Las Vegas Chef AndrÚ Rochat Showcases Palette-Pleasing Meatless Menu to Benefit Nevada Cancer Institute – National Vegetarian Month kicks off October 1. To mark this occasion and increase awareness of the variety of delicious meat-free options, AlizÚ at the Top of the Palms is offering a special, six-course vegetarian tasting menu. Featuring mouth-watering meat- alternatives that are both tasting and fulfilling, the special menu is priced at $55 per person. Even more appetizing is $5 of every vegetarian tasting menu purchased will be donated to Nevada Cancer Institute.

    Entertainment Legend Donny Osmond To Host 10/10/10 AT 10:10am Wedding Engagement Event Forum Shops At Caesars In Las Vegas – Show business icon Donny Osmond has been married to his wife Debbie for more than 30 years. So on Oct. 10, 2010, 10:10 a.m., he will be there as 10 couples not only begin their own path to matrimony, but simultaneously get engaged in front of The Trevi Fountain at The Forum Shops at Caesars in Las Vegas.

    Tacos & Tequila Las Vegas Celebrates ‘National Taco Day’ With Flavor – Every day is “Taco Day” at Tacos & Tequila (T&T), but Monday, October 4, T&T at Luxor will celebrate “National Taco Day” with free tacos and tasty specials that will make anyone want to shout “Ole!” Patrons will want to get their hands on six signature tacos available for just $12 and a bucket of six Sol beers for just $6 more. Guests can team up to tackle this amazing deal or take on the seis pairs for their own tasty tasting.

    Celebrate Oktoberfest At The Rocktoberfest Block Party With Live Music And Festive Food & Drink Specials – Locals and visitors alike are encouraged to tap into their German roots and celebrate Rocktoberfest at O’Sheas Casino block party. The celebration will include unbeatable drink specials hand-delivered by lederhosen-clad bar maids, traditional festive German cuisine and games. Local Favorites, Sick Puppies Perform Live at O’Sheas on Saturday, October 9 for Rocktoberfest.

    The David Perrico Group Featuring Marley Taylor To Perform Wednesdays At Tropicana Las Vegas – Complimentary Admission – The David Perrico Group featuring Marley Taylor bring a unique blend of contemporary Pop and Jazz to Tropicana Las Vegas. Guests can enjoy this dynamic ensemble at the Celebration Lounge every Wednesday at 10 p.m.

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    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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    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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