Monthly Archives: April 2006

How long?

Having just returned from Vegas a few weeks ago, I keep pondering the question of just how long is too long in Las Vegas. We were there for 5 days…and I was ready to leave. Of course, I had been there many times before (if three counts as many, which in Vegas it does) and…

Las Vegas Red Rock Casino-Spa Opens

The Red Rock Casino-Resort-Spa recently opened in Las Vegas this week about 10 miles west of the Vegas Strip. The building features more than four hundred rooms, nine restaurants and a theater just to name a few. Owners are hoping that visitors will take a step back from the Vegas action and come to this…

As Vegas goes speeding by

Much to the chagrin of both my mom and one of my favorite friends, I had the opportunity to ride out to Red Rock on the back of a Harley on my last visit out to Vegas. What an incredible way to see the mountains and the beauty of the scenery! Vegas is truly a…

A Mafia Museum?

The idea is to convert a historic downtown building into “a tribute to the history of organized crime.” Accoding to a poll, tourists love the idea, but locals hate it. The poll was done to gauge people’s interest “in a handful of possible themes for a museum proposed for a historic building currently under renovation…

Red Rock, the priciest off-strip casino *ever*

In a matter of hours, Red Rock Casino, Resort and Spa will hold its grand opening — and become the priciest off-Strip casino resort ever built in Las Vegas. It’s located about 10 miles from the strip, right near Red Rock Canyon. It cost $925 million to build — not much compared to casinos on…

Cher taking over for Celine Dion?

Apparently, Cher is in talks to take over for Celine Dion. Dion, who’s been doing her show since March, 2003, will perform her 500th on May 7th. Her stint at the Colosseum at Caesars Palace ends next year. Rumor has it that 59-year-old Cher (who just finished a 3-year, $225M-grossing tour) would be paid $60…

Jay Leno Performs At The Mirage

Catch The Tonight Show’s Jay Leno as he performs standup in Las Vegas at the Mirage hotel. I was lucky enough to catch a standup of his before and he is even funnier than his nightly late show. Some jokes include his parents not being able to work a vcr, dominoe’s pizza in a pizza,…

GM Rolls Out New Thrill Ride in Vegas

General Motors (GM) has opened their new attraction in Las Vegas and it is called The Drive. It will cost $10 and anyone over 18 with a valid license who can pass a breathalyzer test is welcome to take ride. This ride is part thrill and part test-subject. GM are trying to attract tourists to test over a…

Vegas On A Budget

There is more to Vegas than gambling and lots to see. While planning a trip I came across a website called Las Vegas Direct and it generally saves you up to 75% off depending on what your looking for. You can book hotel rooms such as Hilton, Four Season and Imperial to name a few. Get…