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June 11th, 2008

Full Body Security Scans Coming to McCarran Airport

We’ve all heard the stories of the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) getting ready to launch full-body scans at security check-ins in US airports, and they’re now a reality.
The first scanner was installed at the Phoenix, Arizona airport in April, and ten more are set to roll out over the next month - and one of […]

By Heather -- 2 comments

June 7th, 2008

Blue Man Group at the Venetian

Blue Man Group is one of those of those shows that you can’t help but wonder how it got started. Who came up with the crazy idea of covering three guys in blue paint, black clothes and have them beat on drums, pipes and tubes and throw paint and food around?
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By Heather -- 0 comments

June 5th, 2008

The Las Vegas CAT Bus

The Citizens Area Transit, or CAT bus (no, not that one!), of Las Vegas and Henderson is one of the most affordable ways to make your way around the city!
The route that runs the Strip features a double decker (pictured above) called The Deuce, and runs 24 hours a day, seven days a week and […]

By Heather -- 0 comments

June 4th, 2008

School’s Out!

Schools all over Clark County released hordes of excited kids this afternoon - it’s the last day of school!
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Contrary to common perception, there are lots of families in Las Vegas, and many of those families have young kids! But the thing about summer break in Las Vegas […]

By Heather -- 2 comments

June 3rd, 2008

First Anniversary Party at the Springs Preserve

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 […]

By Heather -- 0 comments

May 27th, 2008

Las Vegas Taxi Tips

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Everyone knows that the purpose of taxis is to get you from point A to point B. However, if you’re not familiar with an area how do you make sure the driver isn’t taking you for a ride just to drive up the rate?
One common complaint about Las Vegas […]

By Heather -- 13 comments

May 24th, 2008

Pet-Friendly Las Vegas Hotels

Sadly, there aren’t many hotels in the valley that allow our fuzzy friends! Non-service animals are not allowed on casino floors, so none of the popular hotels on the Strip allow them.
There are a few, though, and if you’re determined to travel with your four-legged family members, check out the hotels below. As always, […]

By Heather -- 0 comments

May 19th, 2008

What’s the Weather In Las Vegas?

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Well, today it’s HOT, HOT, HOT! Our temperatures over the next two days are predicted to break some records (107 today, 104 tomorrow!). Locals know this because it’s been all over the news for the last few days, but how would someone just flying into the […]

By Heather -- 3 comments

May 16th, 2008

In-N-Out Burger

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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. […]

By Heather -- 3 comments

May 15th, 2008

The Las Vegas Sun Creates History

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Well, they didn’t create it, they’ve just spent the last eight months compiling it!
The Las Vegas Sun unveiled their newest project yesterday: The History of Las Vegas. The website follows the last 103 years of Vegas history with news stories, videos, articles, pictures and […]

By Heather -- 2 comments

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