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Access Vegas Insider Vibe – January 22, 2005
In This Issue: Latest From Las Vegas, Limos Are Hot, Dirk Arthur and Tigers Wallpaper, Barry Manilow Is #1, Free Internet Poker Advice, Photo of Rio Las Vegas, Members Mania, more ….
Welcome to the Insider Vibe! This is the official newsletter of AccessVegas.Com. We talk about the Las Vegas activities you really care about.
Book Online or over the phone! Call (toll free) 800-696-5721 to book all Las Vegas Hotels, Shows, Nightlife, Tours and Golf. We live here. We know Las Vegas!
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Hello From Las Vegas! The Tropicana may or may not be a victim of an implosion later on this year, but Dirk Arthur is celebrating his one year anniversary there with no signs of letting up. Catch it while you can! Who would have thought that Barry Manilow would have a #1 selling CD? And the only place to see him is Las Vegas! We’ve got a great, free audio clip from our Gaming Expert Victor H. Royer in this issue, filling you on on how to win.
After a few cold and windy days (including some light rain last Sunday), the week ahead is looking good with highs in the 70’s!
Limos Are Hot and I mean red hot. I was sifting through some of the reservations we’ve taken just today, and you would be surprised at how many are flying on on Southwest or Allegiant or similar discount airline, then kicking off your vacation with a limo ride from the airport to your hotel.
An airline seat is an airline seat, but nothing rocks your vacation from the very first minute like being whisked away in a limo, and the grand entrance you make at the hotel is priceless! The cost? Not much more than a cab. Seriously. Click to check our our limo rates and see for yourself!
Last Chance To Win the book Powerful Profits At Internet Poker by our gaming expert Victor H. Royer. If you are new to internet poker, interested in it, or playing and not getting the results you want, you need this book. And we are giving away five copies! Enter Drawing For Powerful Profits From Internet Poker. We also have a link to a free 14 minute expert audio segment on this topic later in the newsletter.
Insider Vibe Broadcast/Podcast returns next week! We accomplished significant upgrades to handle the demand to listen, and I’m looking forward to being back “on the air!”
Enjoy This Issue!
Xtreme Magic starring
Dirk Arthur
Xtreme Magic Starring Dirk Arthur celebrates its first year at the Tropicana Resort & Casino this month. The success of the afternoon production show in the Tiffany Theatre has led to an extension through April 1, 2006. Magician Dirk Arthur continues to amaze audiences with his “Xtreme Magic.” He is known for his grand illusions, which include the appearance of a Robinson helicopter and an Amtrak train. He is also recognized for showcasing the largest number of exotic cats ever to appear in an afternoon show on the Las Vegas Strip. Click for Xtreme Magic starring Dirk Arthur Tickets
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Dirk Arthur With Tigers Computer Wallpaper!
Charting Manilow To The Top – Barry Manilow, who headlines at the Las Vegas Hilton with “Manilow: Music and Passion” released his new The Greatest Songs of the Fifties. How’s this for fast? It debuted in the top spot on the Billboard Top 200, giving Barry his best sales week since Nielsen SoundScan began tracking data in 1991. The songs of the best-selling album? “Moments To Remember,” “It’s All In The Game,” “Unchained Melody,” “Venus,” “It’s Not For Me To Say,” “Love Is A Many Splendored Thing,” “Rags To Riches,” “Sincerely/Teach Me Tonight (Duet with Phyllis McGuire),” “Are You Lonesome Tonight?” “Young At Heart,” “All I Have To Do Is Dream,” “What A Difference A Day Made,” and “Beyond The Sea.”
La Femme and MGM Grand Welcome New Ownership of Famed Parent Show Crazy Horse in Paris – New Plans Set for Worldwide Crazy Horse Productions La Femme at MGM Grand and its parent show Crazy Horse in Paris are under new ownership. Founded by French entrepreneur Alain Bernardin in 1951, Crazy Horse had been owned and operated by Bernardin’s three children Didier, Pascal and Sophie since his death in 1994. The Bernardin siblings recently sold their rights to a group of shareholders led by Belgian businessmen Philippe Lhomme and Yannick Kalantarian. Click To Read Full Story …
Gambling Talk Free Audio Lesson: Powerful Profits From Internet Poker – with Victor H. Royer.The games are virtual – the profits are real! Poker is hotter than ever, and these days, you don’t need to live near a casino to play! Internet poker offers the ideal solution for players who know the basics and are looking for a fun, easy way to get into a game. Click and listen to learn how to win at internet poker!
Internationally known band, Chuy & Company Featuring Danielle, take the stage in the Celebration Lounge at The Tropicana. The band has performed all over the world in places such as Acapulco, Puerto Vallarta, Cancun, Mazatlan, and Belize. While on tour, Chuy & Company Featuring Danielle served as the opening act for such well-known headliners as Tony Bennett, Johnny Mathis, and Paul Anka. They entertain audiences with an eclectic mix of music ranging from top hits and classic rock to jazz, Latin, and Country, while adding some impersonations to their show. Performances are Tuesday and Thursday from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m., Wednesday from 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m., and from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. on Friday and Saturday. There are no performances Sunday and Monday nights. The show is Free to the public.
“Forever Plaid” Marks One Year Anniversary at the Gold Coast – “‘Forever Plaid’-The Heavenly Musical Hit” recently celebrated its one year anniversary at the Gold Coast Hotel & Casino . The show debuted in the Gold Coast Showroom on Jan. 15, 2005. Since opening night, “Forever Plaid” has been a sensational hit, provoking laughter and tears, sometimes at the same time. The showroom continues to be filled with sophisticated audiences who adore ’50s and’60s music, a wholesome story, and never-ending comedic banter. Loyal Plaid enthusiasts return to see the show over and over again. In addition to a year of packed houses at the Gold Coast, the Las Vegas production had a successful six-year run at the Flamingo Las Vegas from 1995 to 2001. They are the first “Forever Plaid” production to reach this many performances. Click To Read The Full Story …
Vegas Streaming Video Of The Week – 1994 Coming Resorts. This historical clip features the Dunes Implosion, Bellagio announcement, New York-New York announcement, Stratosphere construction update, Boomtown (now Silverton), Buffalo Bills, Fiesta and more Click To Watch 1994 Coming Resorts Historical Video: Broadband (only)
Vegas Photo Set Of The Week – Check out the fantastic photos of The Rio. The Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino, features spacious 600-square foot studio suite accommodations. Resort amenities include 14 award-winning restaurants, five pools including a lagoon and sand beach, full-service salon and spa including a complete fitness center, and the Masquerade Village, complete with Mardi Gras excitement and two floors of boutique shopping.
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Rio Las Vegas Photos
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Nothing Like A Hummer In Vegas! – Girls Go Wild and Boys Go Crazy! That’s what happens in H2 Hummers in Las Vegas on The Strip. Click To Cruise The Vegas Strip Like You Own It!Flying Into Vegas? Get A Limo To Your Hotel or Special Event (dinner, show, etc): For only a few bucks more than a cab, arrive in style after cruising up The Strip. Be the one everyone else envy’s by booking your Las Vegas Limo Reservation now!
Members Mania – We Love Our Readers!
Readers Write –
Anyway my fave place was off strip – The Rio. It’s floor show in the afternoon is second to none with photo opportunities too – extremely professional and fun too. Long live The Rio. Also what few people in my group realized that some of the best eating establishments are off strip, esp. the Gold Coast Buffet – What a choice – lunchtime buffet only $7.45 – I came out rather heavier than I went in. – Any surveys you run please include me so I can rate the best of Beautiful Las Vegas. Ted keep up the good work.
Regards – Owen (South Shields, England)
Ted Responds – Owen, glad you had such a great time! I’m thrilled and flattered by our friends around the world who love Las Vegas, travel so far to see us, and enjoy our information. Because of the scope of the size of the Stardust replacement, the building will come down. But Radio.AccessVegas.com listeners know that I am no fan of the replacement name “Echelon Place”. At the very least, it would be nice if part of the new complex kept some of the Stardust name. Thanks for writing!
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Readers Rants, Raves, and Questions – Great reader questions and comments from our Access Vegas Message Boards. Help someone out or post your own comment or question!
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Can anyone help me find a good spot for breakfast? My husband loved Westward Ho for breakfast …
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Comedian Hypnotist Anthony Cools Launches Run At Excalibur
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World Poker Tour Adds Las Vegas’ Tropical Paradise Mandalay Bay To Season V Tour Schedule
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Bellagio Poker Room Displays Commissioned LeRoy Neiman Portrait of World’s Preeminent Poker Players
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MGM Grand Announces New Management Within Nightlife Team
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Palms Casino Resort Hosts Playboy’s Hollywood Comedy Tour
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The Mirage Launches New Dolphin Trainer For A Day At Siegfried & Roy’s Secret Garden And Dolphin Habitat
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Easy On The Eyes And Ears: Canadian Country-Girl Terri Clark Rocks The Silverton Casino Hotel Lodge Feb. 25
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Never Before Seen Titanic Artifacts Added To Exhibition
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Monterey Wine Country Announces National Tour Stop in Las Vegas – Monterey County Vintners and Growers Association (MCVGA) Takes Award-Winning Wines On The Road and Recognizes Influence of Local Market
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Grand Canyon West Announces Timeline for Completion of The Skywalk and Additional Features Planned for Project Design
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Popular Stand-up Comedian and Daytime Talk Show Host, Joy Behar, Performs at Flamingo Las Vegas
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Wisin Y Yandel To Perform At Aladdin Saturday, March 4
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Fremont Street Experience Hosts Jason Aldean And David Lee Murphy For Race Fan Revelry In The Heart Of Downtown – Vintage Vegas Venue Goes Country With Free Concerts March 11 During Annual RaceJam Weekend
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Commander’s Palace, Inside Desert Passage, Carries On The Spirit Of New Orleans With A Special Mardi Gras Celebration – Martinis, Meals And Merriment Ensue At The Creole-themed Restaurant
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Boa Steakhouse Named “Best New Restaurant On The Strip”
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Country Music Icons Mel Tillis and Roy Clark Set to Perform at The Club April 29
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Coming Hot Holidays – The following dates are huge times to be in Las Vegas, and rooms are in high demand. Booking in advance is the best way to save. Visit our friends at Las Vegas Hotel Deals and spend one of the following hot dates having fun in Las Vegas:
- March Madness (NCAA College Basketball Playoffs) March 16-19, March 23-26, and April 1-3
- Mother’s Day May 12-14
- Memorial Day May 26-29 (3 day weekend)
- Father’s Day June 16-18
- Independence Day June 30 – July 4 (4 day weekend)
- Labor Day September 1-4 (3 day weekend)
- Grandparents Day September 8-10
- Columbus Day October 6-9 (3 day weekend)
- Halloween October 31
- Veterans Day November 10-12 (3 day weekend – Friday off)
- Thanksgiving >November 23-26 (4 day weekend)
- Christmas December 22-25 (3 day weekend – Christmas on Monday)
- New Year’s Eve/Day December 29 – January 1 (3 day weekend – New Years on Monday)
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February 22, 2006 ISSN: 1529-2770 About Us
Access Vegas Insider Vibe – February 8, 2006
In This Issue: Valentines Day Suggestions, Exclusive Radio Show, Win Lance Burton Tickets and Poker Books, Carrot Top, Mirage Volcano, Sirens Of TI Wallpaper, Luxor Photos, more ….
Welcome to the Insider Vibe! This is the official newsletter of AccessVegas.Com. We talk about the Las Vegas activities you really care about.
Book online or over the phone! Call (toll free) 800-696-5721 to book all Las Vegas Hotels, Shows, Nightlife, Tours and Golf. We live here. We know Las Vegas!
This newsletter is published exclusively for visitors to AccessVegas.Com and can only be signed up for there. We do not buy or rent lists, and this information is only for our members and guests. If you feel you have received it in error, click the unsubscribe link at the bottom. To subscribe, visit our Newsletter Site.
AccessVegas.com Quick Info Menu:
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Newkirk’s Notes – comments on Las Vegas from AccessVegas.Com publisher Ted Newkirk:
Hello From Las Vegas! Super Bowl weekend was huge, with about 285,000 people in town, and it seems like everybody had a bet on the game. I have little interest in either team and simply bet for fun. In Nevada, we call it a “TV bet” when you bet on a game just to have some rooting interest. I lost my bet (Seattle to win +165 … that means I picked Seattle to win and would have been paid $165 for every $100 I bet … getting a bonus for taking the underdog) but had fun watching the game.
February 5 Insider Vibe Broadcast/Podcast Is “On The Air” – The latest weekly edition of our new broadcast is available now! I’ll keep you updated on the latest news, events, and exclusive commentary so you can have the true scoop on what is happening in Las Vegas. Click over to Radio @ AccessVegas.com and listen now so you don’t miss a thing. I cover exclusive information in the broadcast that isn’t in the newsletter!
Valentines Day is almost here. Guys … if you are like me, you forget about it until the last minute. Well … now it’s the last minute and if you want to bring that special lady to Las Vegas, don’t delay. Rooms are going very, very, very fast. I would do the following:
1. Visit our friends at Las Vegas Hotel Deals and lock up that room immediately.
2. She’ll forgive that you flew in coach on some discount airline (and almost forgot about Valentines) if you treat her with a limo ride from the airport. So book your Las Vegas Limo Reservation now. And if you can’t get the mid-week off to take her, make her day special with a card that says “We are going to Vegas soon!”
Current Contests
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Quick Note – We will not be publishing next week. The explosive growth of AccessVegas.com means we are upgrading to handle growth (don’t worry … no downtime for the site or reservations). So I just want to say a huge “Thank You” to all of you who are reading often, telling your friends, and linking AccessVegas.com from your blogs and websites. You are the reason we do it. Thanks for telling the world about us!
Enjoy This Issue!
Nothing Like A Hummer In Vegas! – Girls Go Wild and Boys Go Crazy! That’s what happens in H2 Hummers in Las Vegas on The Strip. Click To Cruise The Vegas Strip Like You Own It!
Flying Into Vegas? Get A Limo To Your Hotel or Special Event (dinner, show, etc): For only a few bucks more than a cab, arrive in style after cruising up The Strip. Be the one everyone else envy’s by booking your Las Vegas Limo Reservation now!
Carrot Top Review: I Can’t Believe I
Watched the Whole Show, and I Liked It!
By Phil Arnold
December 2005
How long has Carrot Top been around and how famous is he? I don’t have a clue about the answer to those questions, and his web site certainly didn’t help me find out information. Carrot Top may be a publicity hound, but what does that have to do with his show? Nothing I guess. I enjoyed watching this show and I was surprised.
Carrot Top does annoying commercials, kind of looks like the Wendy’s girl as he brings up in his show, but he is a unique type of comic. He is what I call a prop comic. I have seen this before in Las Vegas with a comic by the name of Joe Trammel. But Carrot Top is much more accomplished and has about four trunks of props he goes through during a show, maybe more. Click To Read The Complete Review
- Carrot Top Show Tickets or Call 800-696-5721
- Carrot Top Performing At: Luxor Hotel Casino
Volcano Time Change At The Mirage – The Mirage volcano now erupts at the top of each hour from 6 p.m. to midnight. Each night the explosive show transforms a dramatic waterfall in front of The Mirage into a spectacular, flame-throwing volcano with molten streams of lava. More than 3,000 computerized lights create this nightly optical illusion. The nightly show is free to the public.
Las Vegas’ Sultry Sirens Of TI
To Perform In Chicago
Leaving their ships and the Las Vegas Strip behind, the cast of the Sirens of TI will transform Chicago’s “reserve” ultra lounge into a steamy one-of-a-kind affair. The sultry Sirens and Pirates, who perform nightly at Treasure Island Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, will present a special evening of seductive moves and sensual songs at the club Friday, Feb. 24 from 9 p.m. – 2 a.m.
Special Bonus – Click To Download
Sirens Of TI Computer Wallpaper!
The Shops in Desert Passage (Aladdin) Entertainment Schedule:
V Theater:
Laugh, sing and be amazed by the stunning shows inside the V Theater, located by the Desert Passage main stage. Reminisce with the Beatles tribute, The Fab Four, watch the sensual dancers of “X” – An Erotic Adventure and be dazzled by the stunning acts in “V” The Ultimate Variety Show.
Pianos:
Enjoy the music of talented solo pianists located near The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf. Jazz and Pop standards will serenade you on your shopping excursion.
Saturday – Sunday
Every hour 1:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Segways:
Helpful Desert Passage ambassadors scoot around the center on Segways, answering shoppers’ questions.
Daily
12 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Indoor Rainstorm:
One of the miracles not to be missed during your Desert Passage visit is Las Vegas’ only live, indoor rainstorm at Merchants’ Harbor, featuring thunder, lightning and pouring rain.
Monday – Thursday: Top of each hour
Friday – Sunday: Every half hour
Pedicab Rides:
Shop in style. Hail a pedicab at Customer Service or in the hall of lamps and rest your weary legs while you feast your eyes. Fares are $4 per ride.
Sunday – Thursday: 10 a.m. – 11 p.m.
Friday – Saturday: 10 a.m. – 1 a.m.
Valentine’s Day In Las Vegas – Something for the Body… Looking for some sensual attire for your sweetie? We have some shopping spots that offer the perfect solution:
- Ranging from intimate apparel, tanks, tees, candles, accessories and more, the La Femme gift boutique at MGM Grand has a wide variety of ideas for that special someone. How about a red satin La Femme robe or a La Femme black mini skirt with ruffle? Ooh la la! Le Femme Show Info
- Ivan Kane and Champagne Suzy, the royal couple of Hollywood and Las Vegas nightlife, brought the American art of burlesque back into vogue with their Ivan Kane’s Forty Deuce nightclubs. Now the duo has opened their first-ever Champagne Suzy Boutique at Mandalay Bay, featuring the Forty Deuce and Champagne Suzy collections – sexy branded merchandise and a burlesque-inspired couture line. From signature Forty Deuce nude mesh bras with pasties to glamorous gowns that wrap your love in timeless elegance, the boutique has a fantastic selection of sensual attire.
- Sirens Apparel at Treasure Island has a seductive selection of sexy women’s fashions, inspired by the sultry Sirens of TI.
Vegas Streaming Video Of The Week – George Wallace. George Wallace, who has been selling out comedy clubs and concert venues all over the country, derives his comedy from the everyday and simply shares moments of life. Among other comics, Wallace is known at “the guy who can roll the room over if it’s dead.” Click To Watch George Wallace At The Flamingo: Dial-Up or Broadband
Vegas Photo Set Of The Week – Check out the fantastic photos of The Luxor. A marvel of modern architecture, Luxor’s great onyx-hued pyramid has become the most distinctive landmark on the Las Vegas Strip. Rising 350 feet into the sky and crowned with the world’s brightest beam of light, Luxor guides you across the desert to experience the excitement and luxury of this Las Vegas oasis.
Readers Rants, Raves, and Questions – Great reader questions and comments from our Access Vegas Message Boards. Help someone out or post your own comment or question!
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We want to renew our vows with Elvis. There are several packages from various chapels. Any body know which one is best?
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Hi I am from the UK and in March my friend and I are visiting Vegas, staying at the IP (tour operators choice). I have read some disturbing reviews …
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Does any one know if there are coffee makers in the Venetian rooms? Need coffee as soon as I wake up.
Coming Hot Holidays – The following dates are huge times to be in Las Vegas, and rooms are in high demand. Booking in advance is the best way to save. Visit our friends at Las Vegas Hotel Deals and spend one of the following hot dates having fun in Las Vegas:
- Valentines Day February 14
- Presidents Day February 17-20 (3 day weekend)
- Mother’s Day May 12-14
- Memorial Day May 26-29 (3 day weekend)
- Father’s Day June 16-18
- Independence Day June 30 – July 4 (4 day weekend)
- Labor Day September 1-4 (3 day weekend)
- Grandparents Day September 8-10
- Columbus Day October 6-9 (3 day weekend)
- Halloween October 31
- Veterans Day November 10-12 (3 day weekend – Friday off)
- Thanksgiving >November 23-26 (4 day weekend)
- Christmas December 22-25 (3 day weekend – Christmas on Monday)
- New Year’s Eve/Day December 29 – January 1 (3 day weekend – New Years on Monday)
RSS Feed – We now have an RSS/XML feed on the main page of AccessVegas.com! Not sure what that is? It’s a cutting edge way to see What’s New and What’s Hot all the time. Or you can simply visit AccessVegas.com often check out the What’s Hot section. Most RSS programs let you visit AccessVegas.com and automatically pull the feed. For those who want to enter it manually, the feed is:
http://www.accessvegas.com/xml/whats-hot.xml
Link To Us! – Have a home page, web page, or blog? Link to us, and give yourself and your friends a quick link to find us from your site. Simply link to http://www.accessvegas.com and name the link Access Vegas!
Share the info: Click to Email this newsletter to a friend!
For comprehensive regular updates of Las Vegas news concerning visitors, events, entertainment, hotels, gambling, real estate, and tourism, please visit our new Las Vegas News Update and enter your email address there to subscribe and stay informed!
Vegas Comments and Questions? Post to our message boards and get great advice from people who have been here and done it. And don’t forget our comprehensive Las Vegas Frequently Asked Questions area.
For comments or questions regarding our content or this newsletter write us at allvegastv@aol.com.
New to the list? See our Newsletter Archives for back issues and subscription info. Don’t hesitate to forward this newsletter to friends and associates.
All contents copyright 2006 Ted Newkirk. All Rights Reserved.
February 8, 2006 ISSN: 1529-2770 About Us
Access Vegas Insider Vibe – February 1, 2006
In This Issue: New Contests and Giveaways, Imperial Palace Dealertainers, David Copperfield Returns, Wynn Las Vegas Video, Splash Showgirl Photos Readers Rants and Raves, more ….
Welcome to the Insider Vibe! This is the official newsletter of AccessVegas.Com. We talk about the Las Vegas activities you really care about.
Book online or over the phone! Call (toll free) 800-696-5721 to book all Las Vegas Hotels, Shows, Nightlife, Tours and Golf. We live here. We know Las Vegas!
This newsletter is published exclusively for visitors to AccessVegas.Com and can only be signed up for there. We do not buy or rent lists, and this information is only for our members and guests. If you feel you have received it in error, click the unsubscribe link at the bottom. To subscribe, visit our Newsletter Site.
AccessVegas.com Quick Info Menu:
Las Vegas Essentials |
Free Photos, Wallpaper, and Streaming Videos
Free Online Games! |
Newkirk’s Notes – comments on Las Vegas from AccessVegas.Com publisher Ted Newkirk:
Hello From Las Vegas! Weather is in the low 70’s and the rumble in the distance is the roar of the 250,000+ people expected to be in town for the Superbowl this weekend! Hint to you single ladies: The guy-to-girl ratio on Superbowl weekend is about 5-1. Next year, grab your girlfriends and visit during the big game even if you don’t care about football!
Couple of great giveaways and contests in this issue, with more to come. Stay subscribed for your chance to win tickets to American Storm, Clint Holmes, and some great Vegas books as well. Just the tip of the iceberg to thank you for reading and listening!
January 29 Insider Vibe Broadcast/Podcast Is “On The Air” – The latest weekly edition of our new broadcast is available now! I’ll keep you updated on the latest news, events, and exclusive commentary so you can have the true scoop on what is happening in Las Vegas. Click over to Radio @ AccessVegas.com and listen now so you don’t miss a thing. I cover exclusive information in the broadcast that isn’t in the newsletter!
Current Contest – Win four tickets to see Lance Burton! Two (2) winners will be chosen at random to receive 4 complimentary tickets to see Lance Burton at the Monte Carlo Las Vegas.
Enter To Win Lance Burton Tickets!
- Lance Burton Tickets or call 800-696-5721
- Lance Burton Photos
- Lance Burton Streaming Video Preview:
Dial-Up or Broadband
Ted In The News – I want to give a shout-out to my friend Kimo Akane of Kimo’s Vegas and his mention in MidWeek: The Weekend, January 19, 2006 Las Vegas article reaching over 250,000 Hawaiians. Click to read the archived article. Kimo picked up on my Tropicana predictions from my January 14’th broadcast/podcast (listen to archive: dial-up or broadband). Kimo has a weekly radio show in Honolulu which is also archived as a podcast at Kimo’s Vegas.
Enjoy This Issue!
Flying Into Vegas?
Take Advantage Of These Great Resources!
- Get A Limo To Your Hotel or Special Event (dinner, show, etc): For only a few bucks more than a cab, arrive in style after cruising up The Strip. Be the one everyone else envy’s by booking your Las Vegas Limo Reservation now!
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Dealertainers Perform Miracles! Imperial Palace Celebrity Impersonators Rival Real Deal – Can Stevie Wonder deal blackjack? You bet. If he’s a “Dealertainer” at the Imperial Palace Hotel & Casino. Where else but in Las Vegas could you mix dealers who look like celebrities and entertainers who learn how to deal to create a winning combination of celebrity impersonator dealers. The IP’s signature gaming-entertainment concept has been so popular since its start in 2003 that Dealertainers work the casino daily from noon to 4 a.m.When the lights and music come on, all eyes in the casino — well, maybe not the pit bosses — turn to the Dealertainer stage in the middle of the pit. Suddenly Billy Idol, Gwen Stefani or Rod Stewart breaks into a song, and toes start tapping, bodies gyrate to the beat and occasionally you hear a hotel guest singing nearly as loudly as the superstar.
There are 29 Dealertainers, including two versions of Elvis, Louie Armstrong, Bette Midler, the Blues Brothers and Aretha Franklin. One Dealertainer performs as Janet Jackson — and also as Prince. So, just how does Stevie Wonder deal blackjack? Depending on who you ask — and how far their tongues are planted in their cheeks — either card players go by the honor system or the deck has been imprinted with Braille …
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Gambling Talk: Win The Hot New Book “Powerful Profits From Internet Poker“ – by our gaming writer Victor H. Royer. The games are virtualùthe profits are real! Poker is hotter than ever, and these days, you don’t need to live near a casino to play! Internet poker offers the ideal solution for players who know the basics and are looking for a fun, easy way to get into a game. But with dozens of sites offering hundreds of games, how do you pick the ones that offer you the bestùand most lucrativeùgaming experience?
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Master Magician and Illusionist David Copperfield kicks off his 2006 tour at the MGM Grand’s intimate 740-seat Hollywood Theatre with scheduled performances on February 16 – March 1 and March 30 – April 12. Show times are 7:30 p.m. and 10 p.m. nightly, with additional shows on Saturdays at 3 p.m. Click to find our more and purchase David Copperfield Tickets
Something’s Brewing At The Las Vegas Hilton – The Las Vegas Hilton has opened another part of its construction and renovation project. Fortuna is the perfect contemporary gourmet coffee and wine bar. Warm and inviting (and open 24 hours), it is located right off the new lobby and features world-class Illy coffee, international bottled waters, boutique wines (select from a full wine menu by the glass or purchase a full bottle) and an array of breakfast gourmet pastries, fruit tarts, fruits, yogurt, and cakes. Express lunch also is offered with a choice of deli and Panini sandwiches. Wireless internet access is available as well. Click to Book The Las Vegas Hilton Now
Seablue at MGM Grand offers Classic Cocktails with an Extravagant Twist – Las Vegas libations get more creative every day as master mixologists compete to capture the taste buds of nightlife connoisseurs. But there is still something to be said for the classics; especially when Seablue’s Wine & Beverage Director, Gabrielle “Gibby” Whelehan, works with such lavish ingredients as caviar and Dom Perignon. Check out these fabulous new but classic offerings to Seablue’s beverage menu:
- Manhattan – $35 Pappi Old Van Winkle
- Margarita – $55 Don Julio 1942 Blue Agave Tequila, Grand Marnier 100
- Martini – $275 Stoli Elite Vodka and 1oz. of Beluga Caviar
- ‘Ladies Who Lunch’ – $375 4 Mimosas made with 1996 Dom Perignon and fresh squeezed orange juice
- Sidecar – $825 Hardy’s Perfection, Grand Marnier 150, hand macerated Meyer Lemons
Vegas Streaming Video Of The Week – Wynn Las Vegas. It was one year ago on Superbowl Sunday that Steve Wynn unveiled his ad for his new hotel. Click To Watch: Wynn Las Vegas Commercial Debut
Vegas Photo Set Of The Week – Check out the fantastic photos of Splash, a classic Las Vegas variety in a true “Las Vegas Style” production show. The stage spectacular Splash captivates audiences with an amazing union of the grand showgirl performance with intense rapid-fire variety. Gorgeous showgirls and dynamic dancers performing high-energy numbers share the stage with modern tribute artists, hilarious comedy jugglers, world-class ice skaters, international specialty acts and motorcycle daredevils.
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Readers Rants and Raves – Great reader questions and comments from our Access Vegas Message Boards. Help someone out or post your own question!
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Coming Hot Holidays – The following dates are huge times to be in Las Vegas, and rooms are in high demand. Booking in advance is the best way to save. Visit our friends at Las Vegas Hotel Deals and spend one of the following hot dates having fun in Las Vegas:
- Valentines Day February 14
- Presidents Day February 17-20 (3 day weekend)
- Mother’s Day May 12-14
- Memorial Day May 26-29 (3 day weekend)
- Father’s Day June 16-18
- Independence Day June 30 – July 4 (4 day weekend)
- Labor Day September 1-4 (3 day weekend)
- Grandparents Day September 8-10
- Columbus Day October 6-9 (3 day weekend)
- Halloween October 31
- Veterans Day November 10-12 (3 day weekend – Friday off)
- Thanksgiving >November 23-26 (4 day weekend)
- Christmas December 22-25 (3 day weekend – Christmas on Monday)
- New Year’s Eve/Day December 29 – January 1 (3 day weekend – New Years on Monday)
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Access Vegas Insider Vibe – January 25, 2006
In This Issue: Miss America, Win Lance Burton Tickets, Hairspray Arrives, “Tip Of The Week” Contest, Superbowl Parties, Classic Implosion Video, Zumanity Photos, Reader Rants, Insider Vibe Broadcast/Podcast, more ….
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Hello From Las Vegas! Running a little late this week, always so much happening in Las Vegas! Couple of great giveaways and contests this issue, with more to come. Stay subscribed for your chance to win tickets to American Storm, Clint Holmes, and some great Vegas books as well. Just the tip of the iceberg to thank you for reading and listening!
Latest Insider Vibe Broadcast/Podcast Is “On The Air” – The latest weekly edition of our new broadcast is available now! I’ll keep you updated on the latest news, events, and exclusive commentary so you can have the true scoop on what is happening in Las Vegas. You can listen online right now at your computer (streaming audio) or download it as a podcast and listen anytime. Click over to Radio @ AccessVegas.com and listen now so you don’t miss a thing. And be sure to call our listener line at (702) 507-0055 and leave recorded questions or comments.
Miss America 2006 – was crowned last weekend and we congratulate Miss Oklahoma Jennifer Berry (pictured center – and at first glance, you thought that this was a picture of the cocktail waitresses at Venetian or Mandalay Bay)! After years of declining ratings and interest, the move to Las Vegas spiced up the show and was a huge success. This city embraced the pageant 100% and we hope to have them all back in 2007!
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Win Lance Burton Tickets! – From sleight-of-hand tricks to grand illusions, suspending disbelief is Lance Burton’s forte. The world champion magician, who headlines at the Monte Carlo Las Vegas, immerses audiences in his world – a world where gloves turn to doves and burning candles appear in his hands. Nationally recognized as one of the world’s greatest prestidigitators.
Two (2) winners will be chosen at random to receive 4 complimentary tickets to see Lance Burton at the Monte Carlo Las Vegas. Tickets are valid between February 20, 2006 and March 31, 2006.
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A Night in Broadway Style – Help your love let their hair down, go back in time and dance the night away! Hairspray, Broadway’s musical comedy phenomenon, begins its multi-year engagement at Luxor Las Vegas featuring legendary Broadway stars Harvey Fierstein and Dick Latessa. Preview performances begin February 6 with the regular performance schedule starting February 17, making it a perfect Valentine’s gift. The fantastically fun musical opened on Broadway in August 2002 to rave reviews, winning eight 2003 Tony Awards, including Best Musical.
Hairspray tickets are moving quickly: Click to Book Hairspray Tickets Now or call 800-696-5721
Las Vegas “Tip Of The Week” Contest – Did you catch our “Tip Of The Week Contest” that we introduced January 14’th (two weeks ago) at Radio @ AccessVegas.com? If not, you still have until the end of the month to enter! Simply listen and find out how to win! Radio @ AccessVegas.com Streaming Broadcast: Broadband or Dial Up
Miss Oklahoma Wins The 2006 Miss America Competition In Las Vegas – Miss Oklahoma Jennifer Berry was crowned Miss America 2006 at The Aladdin Resort & Casino in Las Vegas. Her walk across the stage marked her first steps on a journey that will take her from spotlight to spotlight, coast to coast, traveling approximately 20,000 miles each month during her upcoming year of service.
Jennifer Berry, 22, a resident of Tulsa, Oklahoma, is a student at the University of Oklahoma. She is majoring in elementary education. With the title, Berry won a $30,000 scholarship to continue her education. She was crowned Miss America during the final competition, which aired live from Las Vegas on CMT. Berry performed ballet en pointe as her talent selection for the evening. Click to read full story …
Superbowl Parties – The N.F.L. (No Fun League) has outlawed the type of Superbowl parties thrown by Las Vegas in years gone by. Casinos used to set up multiple huge screens in a convention room, charge one door fee for all-you-can-eat-and-drink plus huge prize giveaways, the Miller/Bud/Coors girls … you get the idea. The N.F.L. has determined that charging admission to see the game in any form (even if the fee is to cover party essentials) is not legal, and has banned hotels from doing so.
However, with legal betting, Superbowl Sunday is the biggest sporting day of the year here and every hotel and bar shows the game on every screen in the place. In fact, many set up special screens in the gaming areas so you can roll the dice while you root on your team (or the team you bet on). Next week, we should have some details on specific events (game specials, etc.) various hotels may be having.
Rainbow Bar & Grill Unveils Famous Familiar Faces – Star-struck fans will enjoy dining next to rock n’ roll legends next time they visit the Rainbow Bar & Grill. For weeks, patrons have wondered what was lurking under the black curtain behind the main bar in the popular rock n’ roll restaurant. After working with designers from Las Vegas-based RECRE-ART, the likenesses of Ozzy Osbourne, Guns n’ Roses guitarist Slash (pictured), Jimi Hendrix and Aerosmith’s Steven Tyler have emerged from the wall. Click to read full story …
Gambling Talk: Poker: The Man With No Tells – with Victor H. Royer. He’s a legend, quietly going about his poker career with little or no fanfare. He has never been noted by the media and never written about, yet he is as famous in poker circles as any champion. Perhaps this is because he has never played in any tournament. That is his choice. He is an extremely private man, and shies away from public exposure. He is quiet and unassuming. He plays his game and says little. He is a consummate professional and a thorough gentlemen, well respected and liked by all who know him. His game is high-stakes hold-em, and sometimes seven-stud … Click to continue reading The Man With No Tells
Vegas Streaming Video Of The Week – Aladdin Implosion. . With so many announced and pending changes (Boardwalk closing, Tropicana getting close to a huge make-over, Castaways/Showboat imploded), we thought it would be fun to look back at the implosion of the original Aladdin. As you may know, the new Aladdin never performed up to expectations, and is in the middle of a major make-over and conversion to Planet Hollywood. Click To Watch: The Implosion of The Aladdin Hotel
Vegas Photo Set Of The Week – Check out the fantastic photos of Zumanity by Cirque du Soleil, a show for lovers, would-be lovers, and anyone whose imagination has ever been sparked by the idea of love. The international cast, consisting of 50 eclectic and flirtatious performers and musicians awaken primal urges to a new form of eroticism blending movement, style, acrobatics, uninhibited costumes and beautiful bodies with the sensual caress of the human voice and insistent pulse of exotic rhythms.
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Vegas Book Of The Week – Back in the day when gangsters ran Las Vegas, this was the surest bet in town: mention Frank Sinatra in the same breath with the mob and nasty things happened to knee caps. Friends of Frank likely won’t be happy to hear that entertainment icon Jerry Lewis is going public about Ol’ Blue Eyes’ wiseguy ties. Sinatra, who went to his grave denying any mafia association, was a mob courier, Lewis says in the new book “Sinatra: The Life.” Read full story …
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Las Vegas Real Estate – Our new real estate experts will help guide you through the tricky Las Vegas real estate markets. Cotti.Chaney and Associates was founded in early 2005 by former top Pulte Homes Sales Associates Chris Chaney and Frank “Cotti” Endellicate, and Las Vegas residential real estate specialist Lenny Endellicate. Having a unique view on the ever changing Las Vegas market through the eyes of one of the largest builders in the nation, Pulte/Del Webb, they make a tremendous impact on how real estate transactions should be performed in Las Vegas. Read this week’s article 10 Biggest Selling Myths Uncovered
Readers Rants and Raves – Great reader questions and comments from our Access Vegas Message Boards. Help someone out or post your own question!
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Anyone seen the show? We have tickets to see Celine in July …
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The last couple of years I’ve seen my favorite slot machine disappear from casino floors. Does anyone know where I can find the ORIGINAL Austin Powers video slot?
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My husband and I went to Vegas last year for our honeymoon. We stayed downtown on Fremont Street in El Cortez …
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I’m looking for the best Beluga or Osetra Caviar Las Vegas has to offer …
Coming Hot Holidays – The following dates are huge times to be in Las Vegas, and rooms are in high demand. Booking in advance is the best way to save. Visit our friends at Las Vegas Hotel Deals and spend one of the following hot dates having fun in Las Vegas:
- Chinese New Year January 27-29
- Superbowl Weekend February 3-5
- Valentines Day February 14
- Presidents Day February 17-20 (3 day weekend)
- Mother’s Day May 12-14
- Memorial Day May 26-29 (3 day weekend)
- Father’s Day June 16-18
- Independence Day June 30 – July 4 (4 day weekend)
- Labor Day September 1-4 (3 day weekend)
- Grandparents Day September 8-10
- Columbus Day October 6-9 (3 day weekend)
- Halloween October 31
- Veterans Day November 10-12 (3 day weekend – Friday off)
- Thanksgiving >November 23-26 (4 day weekend)
- Christmas December 22-25 (3 day weekend – Christmas on Monday)
- New Year’s Eve/Day December 29 – January 1 (3 day weekend – New Years on Monday)
RSS Feed – We now have an RSS/XML feed on the main page of AccessVegas.com! Not sure what that is? It’s a cutting edge way to see What’s New and What’s Hot all the time. Or you can simply visit AccessVegas.com often check out the What’s Hot section. Most RSS programs let you visit AccessVegas.com and automatically pull the feed. For those who want to enter it manually, the feed is:
http://www.accessvegas.com/xml/whats-hot.xml
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