The Las Vegas Adventurer

This is a guest post from Mary Jo Manzanares, Travel & Culture Channel Editor and blogger at Flyaway Cafe
 

Arrive in Las Vegas to a beautiful sunny day, and around 90 degrees.
Checked into my hotel, got settled in my room, and then met up with some friends for a little Cold Stone Creamery Ice Cream. 
Cold Stone is located at the Excalibur Hotel & Casino (in photo).  I’ve never really loved the medieval theme of this place.  All those knights and princesses running around, and lots of kids and families.  But you gotta love the place for the ice cream. …read more

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The always anticipated Labor Day weekend is only a week away and ask you can imagine there are a lot of great deals available!
Several Strip hotels are offering package deals that not only make your stay more fun but will help you save a few bucks as well:
Mandalay Bay wants to take the “labor” out of your Labor Day weekend with rates from only $109.99 from August 27 to September 4, 2008. With world-class restaurants and nightlife, to the highest rated beach in Vegas and the coveted cabanas that overlook the shore, you don’t want to miss this deal! …read more

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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 offering a “King Cut Prime Rib Dinner,” (22 oz!) for $21, in addition to enjoying 2 for 1 beverages!
2400 N. Buffalo Drive; 702-216-2700
~ Dick’s Last Resort at Excalibur, which dubs itself the “wackiest spot on The Strip,” will have a sizzling Prime Rib dinner served …read more

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[image source: wikipedia]
The Excalibur Hotel and Casino opened June 19, 1990 with an Arthurian-legend theme at a cost of $290 million. The outside castle facade is said to be modeled after the castle in Carcassone, France.
The famous Tournament of Kings show is a permanent feature of the resort and features simulated medieval jousting surrounded by dining guests. Other restaurants also have Arthurian names like the Roundtable Buffet, Sir Galahad’s Prime Cuts, The Steakhouse of Camelot, Village Food Court, and Regale Italian eatery.
Other popular attractions include the adults-only Thunder From Down Under, a medieval-themed wedding chapel, a pool, and a spa. …read more

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