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With the closure of the Wet ‘n’ Wild swim park in 2004 finding a public swimming pool in Las Vegas can mean doing a bit of research before heading out. And though the park officials say they plan to re-open another park in the future we’ll all have to make do until that happens!
Now that […]
Vegas is a popular travel destination, and for good reason. Deals are found at practically every locale, from buffets to shows to souvenir shops. But with over two million residents, it’s also a pretty great place to live, offering even more deals to locals!
A trend that’s gaining more popularity lately are “staycations” - a vacation […]
Yesterday The Mirage welcomed five new additions to Siegfried & Roy’s Secret Garden and Dolphin Habitat - six-week-old white-striped and golden tiger cubs!
The public will get its first chance to see the rare babies today, June 13th, in a special nursery created just for them at the Secret Garden. Today is also Siegfried’s 69th […]
Whether you plan on bringing Dad to Sin City for a weekend of relaxation or you live here and need to find something to do, check out the restaurants and concert venues below to make sure Dad gets the day he deserves!
~ Becker’s Steakhouse will be celebrating Father’s Day on June 13th and 14th by […]
To celebrate its first year, the Springs Preserve is throwing an all-you-can-eat ice cream party this Sunday, June 8th, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m! Activities will include improv comedy, live music, Celtic dancers, and tours.
Tickets are only $6 and include admission to all museums and galleries.
In its first year, the Springs Preserve […]
We had a wonderful break in our weather last week - it actually got pretty chilly again! But now we’re back up where we’re supposed to be this time of year and many locals and visitors are starting to think of ways to keep cool.
One popular destination is Lake Mead, located just 30 miles southeast […]
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Part restaurant and part lounge, Brand Steakhouse has brought their simple yet elegant approach to dining to the Monte Carlo Hotel.
Featuring a 120 ounce porterhouse steak (that’s 8.6 pounds and feeds six!) called “The Ultimate Steak,” the menu runs the gamut from lamb, filet mignon, […]
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It’s probably safe to say that anyone who’s ever had In-N-Out Burger suddenly just got very hungry! Truth be told, Alicia can keep her Chik-Fil-A (which Vegas is, admittedly, sorely lacking) because I have In-N-Out!
In-N-Out Burger is, without exception, something everyone in my family can agree on when we need a quick lunch or dinner. […]
Las Vegas is well-known for its buffets and world-class dining, but it also has a fantastic selection of vegetarian restaurants as well.
And of course, you don’t have to be vegetarian to enjoy a great vegetarian meal!
My friend Alicia at The Denver Traveler was born and raised here and has some great recommendations:
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My husband was treated to dinner at Lucille’s Smokehouse a few months ago after finishing up a late night at work. He brought home a few ribs for me to try and I’ve been impatiently waiting until we could all go together!
We finally made it out to Green Valley Ranch in Henderson to try […]
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