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August 11th, 2008

The Best Time to Come to Las Vegas

Though it may seem like it’s always crowded, there are some times that are better to come to Vegas than others, specifically days of the week!
If you like or don’t mind being crowded and jostled by other tourists, the standard Friday through Sunday would be the obvious choice to spend in town.
But keep in […]

By Heather -- 1 comment

July 15th, 2008

The Las Vegas Interstate 15 Corridor

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I can’t tell you how many times in my life I’ve been up and down Interstate 15, or as it’s more commonly called, the I-15! The I-15 is a transcontinental north-south interstate highway that runs through Montana, Idaho, Utah, Arizona, Nevada, and California.
Having grown up in northern Utah with grandparents in southern California, the […]

By Heather -- 2 comments

July 11th, 2008

Staying Healthy in Las Vegas

With so many people coming and going through Las Vegas we tend to end up on the map whenever an outbreak of something is reported in the news. It’s not hard to see how it happens: People bring an illness in with them, whether they’re aware of it or not, do their thing here and […]

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July 1st, 2008

Tipping in Las Vegas

Las Vegas is full of freebies: free valet parking, free drinks at the slots, free shuttles, etc. However, it’s a good idea to always have a few bucks in your pocket for a tip.
You could argue that the services are free and therefor you’re not obligated to pay, which is fine, but keep in […]

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June 19th, 2008

A Hot Summer Around the Channel

The Travel & Culture channel is gearing up for an exciting summer and taking you along for the ride!

Filipina Soul – A yummy sounding recipe for Putong Puti (Rice Muffins).
Flyaway Cafe – Picks her 7 Family Vacation Destinations that are FUN & Educational.
Geeky Traveller – Answers the questions Is the New iPhone 3G useful […]

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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 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 -- 2 comments

May 27th, 2008

Las Vegas Taxi Tips

Image details: Blurred taxi served by picapp.com
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 14th, 2008

Find the Best Gas Prices in Las Vegas

Sherry at The Geeky Traveler had a great post earlier this week linking to GasBuddy.com. Plug in your city or zip code and it’ll give you a listing of the lowest gas prices in your area!
The site is networked with over 180 other sites (all operated by GasBuddy.com) and relies on local motorists to […]

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March 24th, 2008

Best of Las Vegas 2008 Results

As I posted back in January, The Las Vegas Review Journal allows locals and visitors alike to submit their picks for the Best of Las Vegas. From restaurants to tourist traps, and hotels to adult stores, The Best of Las Vegas is a fantastic resource for anyone planning to spend some time in Las Vegas!
The […]

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