Access Vegas Insider Vibe – April 19, 2006

In This Issue: New Cirque Show Love, Clint Holmes Review, Madonna Concert Dates, Blind Juggler At Crazy Girls, Jon Secada At Caesars, Football Betting Is On, Ansel Adams Exhibit, Historic Steve Wynn Video, more ….

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Hello From Las Vegas! Big week here with the announcement that the new Beatles-themed Cirque du Soleil show at The Mirage will be named “Love.” Love will bring the magic of Cirque du Soleil together with the spirit and passion of The Beatles music to create a vivid, intimate and powerful entertainment experience. It will be presented in a custom-built theatre at The Mirage featuring 360-degree seating and advanced high definition video projections with 100-foot digital, moving images. The panoramic surround sound system features speakers in each seat!

Last month, I was in the line at the grocery store about midnight and struck up a conversation with a couple in front of me who just so happened to be in this new production. They were very, very excited (although exhausted) about how rehearsals were coming along! When the performers are that excited, you know it should be a great show! Ticket info coming very soon.

Latest Insider Vibe Broadcast/Podcast Is “On The Air” – I 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.This Week On The Radio.AccessVegas.com Insider Vibe:

  • Cher replacing Celine?
  • New buyers plans for the Riviera
  • New Frontier going bye-bye, replaced by $2 billion Montreux
  • Free “Air Play” show moves to The Riviera
  • Rita Rudner to Harrah’s
  • Desert passage makeover
  • Curfew on The Strip
  • Downtown condos rise – others fail
  • New tower at Caesars?

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International Visitors: Later in this newsletter we highlight a recent news story about the drop in international tourism to the United States. Are you visiting less? Is it more of a hassle? Read the story in this issue, then feel welcome to comment on our message boards with your thoughts.

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Tickets For All U.S. Cities Available!

Soul2Soul:
Tim McGraw – Faith Hill

Jimmy Buffett

Michael Buble

Kenny Chesney

Billy Joel

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Clint Holmes at Harrah’s

Reviewed February, 2006
by Nancy Hruska

clint holmes harrah's las vegas hotels Though Vegas is known for shows where nearly anything goes, few entertainers would dare to mix musical genres such as Opera, Salsa, Broadway, and Jazz. Clint Holmes, however, has taken that road less traveled and the result is revolutionary enough for Rolling Stone to call it, “One of the most complex musical shows ever.”

Any recognition such as that could cause a performer’s head to swell, but Clint Holmes views his talent a little differently. He constantly attributes the success of his show to his cherished (and most dynamic) band, his family, and the cultural diversity of his upbringing. His energetic and deeply personal show is a journey through music that takes even Las Vegas by surprise. Click To Read The Complete Review

Madonna Coming For Two Nights To Las Vegas – The “Material Girl” is bringing her Confessions Tour to The MGM Grand Garden in Las Vegas on May 27 and May 28, 2006. We have great premium seats available for all the stops on her tour, including here in Las Vegas. Click for Madonna Confessions Tour Tickets

“Billy Idol” Imperial Palace Dealertainer Computer Wallpaper – Every couple of weeks, we give you a Vegas-related free computer wallpaper download. We’ve featured lots of pretty girls (including the Crazy Girls in a recent issue) and the ladies want to see some men to balance it out! So we are starting with the “Billy Idol” Dealertainer from Imperial Palace. Also coming soon (for the ladies), American Storm (male revue) and others along this line. Everyone is welcome to click and download “Billy Idol” Dealertainer Computer Wallpaper

MSNBC just did a story regarding the drop in international tourists visiting the United States. In part, the story reads:

US tourism industry leaders and top government officials on Tuesday urged collaboration between the public and private sectors to stem shrinking US market share of international visitors.

Business leaders have voiced deep concerns over a decline in international visitors due partly to more bureaucratic US visa policies and a battered image overseas September 11, 2001.

US market share of international tourism is at an all-time low, dropping 35 per cent between 1992 and 2004, which translates into $286bn in lost revenue, according to the Travel Industry Association of America (TIA).

We know that many AccessVegas.com readers come to Las Vegas from around the world to enjoy our city, and we want your input. Are you traveling here less? Is it more of a hassle? What changes would you like to see be made?

We have devoted space on our message boards to this story. Please click over there to read more, and post your thoughts. We are very interested in what you have to say!

Caesars Palace Celebrates Cinco de Mayo Weekend With A May 6 Concert Featuring Three-Time Grammy Award Winner, Jon Secada With Special Guest Joey Daniels – Three-time Grammy Award winner Jon Secada will celebrate the Cinco de Mayo holiday weekend with his Pop, Latin and R&B grooves in the Roman Plaza Amphitheatre at Caesars Palace on Saturday, May 6, 2006. Click to Read The Full Story, Ticket Info …

World’s Most Amazing Juggler Nino Frediani Works In Crazy Girls – Legally Blind, Speaks 7 Languages; often Converses With Japanese In Audience – Nino Frediani performs as the comedic juggler who interacts with the audience nightly in the world famous “Crazy Girls” at the Riviera Hotel & Casino. The most amazing thing is that he’s 66 years old and has the reflexes of a champion athlete while being legally blind. Nino also speaks seven languages. The Japanese love ‘Crazy Girls‘ and love it even more when I speak their language. I will spot them and say, ‘Where are you from?’ during some of the hoop tricks and I will respond in Japanese to their delight. I know I just made there night. They love it!” Click to Read The Full Story …

Deep Sea 3-D at Luxor Gives Guests a True Undersea Experience – á Now through the magic of IMAX 3D, guests can experience the sea in a whole new way. Dive into Deep Sea 3-D where audiences are transported deep below the ocean surface, to swim with some of the most exceptional, dangerous and colorful creatures. With crystal clear images up to eight stories high and wrap-around digital surround sound, IMAX takes guests to places they have only imagined. Tickets are $11.99 per person. Discount tickets are available if purchased in combination with other Luxor Attractions. Call (702) 262-IMAX for show times. Click to Book The Luxor Las Vegas

Talking Football in April – The Las Vegas Hilton SuperBook is ready to kick it off in the spring. As soon as the football schedules were released, the Las Vegas Hilton SuperBook jumped on the opportunity, posting all the lines of the first week of the season. “It also gives our players the opportunity to wager on the first week throughout the summer, even though they might not be in town for the opening weekend.” Some of the highlights of the first week include: Sept. 7 (Thursday) defending champion Pittsburgh Steelers -6 over the Dolphins, Sept 10th games worth mentioning are Seattle -4 at Detroit, Denver -3 1/2 at St. Louis, Chicago -3 at Green Bay, and Indianapolis -4 at the NY Giants. The first Monday night games (that rightàtwo Monday night games) include Washington -6 over visiting Minnesota and San Diego -2 1/2 at Oakland. All the odds and props are available at the SuperBook. Click for Las Vegas Hilton Rooms and Info

The Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art Presents Ansel Adams: America to Open May 3, 2006 – “We are excited to be bringing yet another groundbreaking exhibition to Las Vegas,” commented Andrea Glimcher, President of the Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art. “This show will be the first major exhibition in Las Vegas dedicated to one of the masters of fine art photography and represents yet another important milestone in the gallery’s programming.” Important selections from Adam’s archive will also be on view. Among them: album pages of some of Adams’ earliest photographs (1916), the 8 x 10 Kodak camera Adams used to create his iconic photographs, an album of negatives from 1932, Adams’ Swiss compass used on his photographic expeditions, and more. Click to Read The Full Story …

Gambling Talk: Video Slots – Texas Tea – with Victor H. Royer. This is a terrific game. I have played this game many times and it is not only great fun, but it also pays very well. It is a five reel 9-line video slot machine with just about the craziest, zaniest and most fun characters you will ever find in a video slot machine. I just can?t say enough about the loads of fun that you will find in this game. You will just never tire of playing it, it?s that much fun. Click to Read Complete Article

Vegas Streaming Video Of The Week – Steve Wynn Comments On Bellagio Construction (1996). Steve Wynn interviewed about The Bellagio while it is under construction during the December 31, 1995 New Year’s Eve celebration at The Mirage. Steve Wynn Comments On Bellagio Construction: Broadband (only)



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  • Cinco de Mayo May 5 (falls on a Friday)
  • 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 – 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.

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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.

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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.

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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?

Powerful Profits from Internet Poker is the first book to answer the real questions posed by real Internet players, including:

  • What fees am I going to have to pay?
  • What are the applicable laws and how can they affect me?
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  • Can I be cheated? How?
  • How does “buddy play” affect me?

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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.

Readers Rants and Raves – Great reader questions and comments from our Access Vegas Message Boards. Help someone out or post your own question!

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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All contents copyright 2006 Ted Newkirk. All Rights Reserved.

February 1, 2006 ISSN: 1529-2770 About Us

Proud Member:
Las Vegas Internet Chamber of Commerce