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Go off the beaten path and enjoy the outdoors at Red Rock Canyon

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Editor’s Note 9 Your Las Vegas Insider 13 Calendar 15

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Arts 26 Dining 27 Shopping 41 Attractions 42

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From classic to new, these locales are where the drinks flow, A-list entertainers perform and secrets are found behind closed doors.

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or many of us, each new year marks a chance for renewal, and 2020 is no exception. Please keep your eyes on WhereTraveler in the coming year for continued signs of our resilience and renewal. We believe travel is a gift we give ourselves and love to share our passion for Las Vegas with you, our readers. We hope you will, once again, enjoy learning about our beautiful sites as much as we enjoy writing about them. Happy New Year from us all at WhereTraveler magazine.

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Q: WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE PLACE TO SEND FIRST-TIME VISITORS TO LAS VEGAS? A: The first place to check out

People think Vegas is about gambling and only gambling.

It’s so much more than that.

Q: WHAT YOUR FAVORITE HIDDEN GEM IN LAS VEGAS? A: I don’t think many people

would be the “Welcome To Las Vegas” sign. You really can’t get any more iconic than that. It’s a great place to start your trip as you plan you way down the strip.

Also great for a selfie or two.

know of Battista’s Hole in the Wall. Where else can you get to experience that old fashion Vegas feeling? Very good Italian food can be found here. A great perk is that every meal includes a bottle of wine.

Q: WHERE SHOULD VISITORS GO FOR SELFIES? A: The Skyfall Lounge at Delano

Q: WHERE IS YOUR FAVORITE SPECIAL OCCASION SPOT? A: I am a huge fan of sushi. A

has some really great strip views.

Plenty of tall windows will never get in the way of that perfect selfie. One can pretty much see most of the strip from those views.

While you’re there, enjoy a cocktail and listen to the resident dj.

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The best place to watch the game even if you can’t score tickets, is on the big tvs at Toshiba Plaza located at the T-Mobile Arena.

place I constantly go back to is Yama Sushi. They have three convenient locations. It’s also very affordable for all you can eat. You won’t be disappointed with the service or huge selection of sushi they offer.

Q: WHAT IS THE BEST WAY FOR COUPLES TO EXPLORE VEGAS? A: I would recommend a romantic

helicopter tour from Maverick.

They offer not only the best aerial views of the strip, but the surrounding areas as well.

Q: WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE SPOT FOR PEOPLE-WATCHING? A: I love going to Fashion Show

Mall. Not only can you find some

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really awesome deals, but visitors from all over the world shop there.

Never a dull day to do some window shopping and people watching.

Q: WHAT ARE SOME MUST-DO THINGS IN LAS VEGAS RIGHT NOW? A: If you are a fan of Tim Burton,

go check out his exhibit currently at the Neon Museum. You can see sculptures inspired from his films as well as original works. While you there, treat yourself to the Neon graveyard to see signs of Vegas past.

The best time to go is at night to fully enjoy when all the signs are all lit up.

Q: WHERE SHOULD FANS GO TO WATCH SPORTS IN LAS VEGAS? A: Whenever the Golden Knights

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are playing, the best place to watch the game would be on the big screen at Toshiba Plaza located at the T-Mobile Arena. If you can’t make it to the actual game, its still a fun place to hangout with like-minded Knights fans.

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Q: WHERE SHOULD NATURE LOVERS GO? A: Nothing can beat the Springs

Preserve. This is a great place to learn all about Nevada nature at its’ best. The best thing is that it’s open every day with new activities added all the time. Perfect for any nature fan who enjoys the desert life.

Q: WHAT IS ONE SPOT THAT KEEPS GUESTS COMING BACK TO LAS VEGAS? A: I would recommend visiting the

Bellagio Conservatory Gardens.

This is a free exhibit that changes with the seasons. You’ll be amazed at all the floral that goes into making this exhibit. The first of the year is the best time to see the newest animal represented from the Chinese New year.

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Escape to Margaritaville Jan. 7-12 This musical celebrates life on a tropical island and follows the fortunes and adventures of a charming bartender, Tully. www. las-vegas-theater.com

the Chinese New Year, Las Vegas hotels and casinos are transformed with extravagant Chinese decor!

Traditionally, a dragon parade take place as well on Fremont Street and restaurants offer traditional Chinese dishes.

Disney on Ice Jan. 10-13 Disney on Ice brings the magic closer to you than ever before with immersive and dynamic moments of skating choreography and overwhelming tricks on ice! www.disneyonice.com

Impact Wrestling Feb. 7Impact Wrestling returns to Sin City for three nights of Impact Live! Don’t miss your chance to see your favorite stars and knockouts in person at Sam’s Town Hotel and Gambling Hall. www.samstownlv.com

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A LITTLE INTRODUCTION ON LAS VEGAS Situated within the Clark County at the basin floor of the Mojave desert with its rocky and arid landscape and surrounded by mountain ranges on all sides, who would have known that Las Vegas would what it is as of the present.

Due to this, the city can be easily subjected to floods and other calamities brought by storms or typhoons. At the same time Nevada, the state where Las Vegas is located in a seismically active location. This means that the city is prone to frequent earthquakes and is even expected to suffer heavily from one soon. This is why it is such a wonder why its founders chose to erect a city in a place that has high chances of experiencing various calamities. Surprisingly, Las Vegas withstood the test of time and became known as the city of gamblers, entertainers, and rich businessmen.

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URBAN PLANNING IN LAS VEGAS The most fascinating thing about Las Vegas is the fact that it managed to thrive well even it was situated in an unfavorable location which has unwelcoming geography, topography, and climate. As one takes a tour around the city, it can be inferred that perhaps its successful development is due to excellent urban planning. The city’s urban planning has drastically changed for the past 50 years and continues to do so until today. As of the present, urban planning in Las Vegas is focused on the mix of re-urbanization, neighborhood revitalization, economic diversity, and cultural enhancement, The city is continuing to develop in order to boost growth and uplift the lives of its inhabitants and of its tourists.

Innovations that promote economic diversity are constantly explored. Traditions and customs are kept in check for them not to be forgotten as the city enters dives deeper towards modernization

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Las Vegas- a bustling city located in the middle of the desert. It is a place where gambling, shopping, dining, entertainment, and nightlife are fused into one memorable experience for those who visit it. It is a popular place due to the various casinos found within and memorable boxing events that are held on its luxurious hotels. Most people who are not familiar in the city think that the gambling, the glamorous late-night parties, and the blinding city lights are the only things that make it special. They are absolutely mistaken. Las Vegas-the city that will never ever sleep is more special than you think. Farah Lopez

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THE WORLD’S BIGGEST THEME PARK Casinos and hotels are designed to be monumental wonders within the city. The construction of Mirage in 1989 and Mandalay in 1999 introduced very innovative architecture in the city of Las Vegas. Mirage, for example, featured a working model of a volcano, Siberian Tigers and microcosmic rain forests. Following this, various replicas of tourist attractions all over the world were made such as the Eiffel Tower, New York City Skyline, The Great Pyramid of Giza and the Valley of Kings in Egypt. With these, the city itself became a giant theme park-the likes which an individual has never seen before

CULTURAL LIFE IN LAS VEGAS Unlike most cities, Las Vegas has a very little population of traditional civic cultural institutions. Meaning only a few of its population embrace the joy of public performances of orchestras, theatrical performance, and art museums.

Instead, life within the city revolves around the entertainment brought upon by casinos and hotels. It is common for its inhabitants to talk casually about their experience in the casino on the previous night. The majority of the youth are honing their skills in dancing or building up their talents to stand up comedy shows. At night, it is common to see festivities being held in the streets such as frivolous dancing performances performed by various entertainers. The entertainment industry within the city is bustling and thriving well and those who are in it are considered to be on the peak of their career and are constantly facing tough competition.

VARIOUS PLACES TO VISIT The casinos and hotels are not the only attractions that the city has to offer. The following are other places besides casinos and hotels that you might want to visit: Valley of Fire State Park Founded in 1935, this state park found in Las Vegas is considered to be the oldest of its kind in the state of Nevada.

The meeting of red sandstone monoliths and the Mojave desert is truly a sight to behold. The theme park also is a witness to Nevada’s rich history. Petroglyphs dating back to 3000 years ago, tell the whereabouts of the Anasazi people.

The presence of petrified trees attests to the fact that in the past the area was lush in vegetation. While here, one can engage in various activities such as camping, hiking, picnicking and photography.

Lake Mead National Recreation Area The contrast between water and desert, mountains and flat lands, blue skies and color desert will make an unforgettable visit to Lake Mead. With over 500 miles of shoreline, a holiday spend in Lake Mead will consist of world-class fishing, boating, swimming, kayaking, scuba diving, hiking camping, desert vistas and roadside sightseeing. Visiting Lake Mead Visitor Center is also an experience that one shouldn’t miss for it has interactive exhibits and historical artifacts as displays.

Red Rock Canyon Scenic Byway The scenic drive is a 13 mile , one way loop locate of State Highway. Going by car or by riding a bicycle are the best way to tour the scenic drive and enjoy its scenery to the fullest.

Touring along the loop, one will find picnic areas, rock climbing areas and scenic view pullouts.

Aside from casinos Las Vegas has other special features to offer. Las Vegas is a city which specializes in wonderful urban planning, monumental wonders which make give it the aura of being a theme park, a unique culture differing among others and lots of wonderful locations which make one realize the beauty of mother nature. Las Vegas is a place that will make anyone want for more.

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Everyone comes to Vegas to party in one form or another. For those wanting to “see and be seen” at the newest spot in town, look no further than the recently opened Mayfair at the Bellagio. Part restaurant, part lounge and all show, it’s set against the backdrop of the Bellagio Fountains and will return guests to the glamour of the daysgone-by supper club—Vegas style, of course. Here are another nine hotspots to forget your New Year’s resolutions with a Sin City experience. JENNIFER MCKEE

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There’s a new breed of tequila bar in town. Park MGM’s Mama Rabbit, which has Las Vegas’ largest agave-based spirits selection, also shelves the country’s most extensive collection of tequila and mescal—more than 500 different labels. It takes its name from Mayahuel, the Mexican goddess of agave and fertility, who is said to have nourished her 400 rabbits with mescal and tequila. Think on that as you sip on spirits beside a pop-surrealist art installation. 888.529.4828

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FOUNDATION ROOM AT MANDALAY BAY Another oldie but goodie, there’s a reason people keep flocking to the 63rd floor of Mandalay Bay: the view. From its perch atop the House of Blues on the south end of the Strip, the Foundation Room sets you amid the neon—don’t forget to take a selfie! Belly up to the bar, or if you prefer a more intimate experience, ask for bottle service in one of the nooks and crannies found in Foundation Room’s cavernous labyrinth of hideouts. 702.632.7631

THE CHANDELIER AT COSMOPOLITAN All that glitters is gold in Las Vegas—and platinum and silver, you name it. But it would be quite a task to outshine The Chandelier Lounge at The Cosmopolitan, a three-level architectural wonder

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VANDERPUMP COCKTAIL GARDEN AT CAESARS A unique garden oasis from the mind of Lisa Vanderpump is one of Caesars Palace’s most sumptuous spaces. Vanderpump Cocktail Garden is laid out with posh lighting, fixtures and furniture from Nick Alain, known for combining romantic and industrial elements. Love reality shows? You’re likely to run into your favorite stars here. 702.731.7867

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COMMONWEALTH Hipsters love this 6,000-square-foot space in downtown Las Vegas for its swanky design inspired by pre-Prohibition-era design. There’s also a comfy rooftop patio and secret bar—text the Laundry Room for a reservation at 702.701.1466; you’ll be denied access otherwise.

VUE BAR AT THE D If the Fremont Street Experience is more your downtown scene, you’ll be delighted by Vue Bar at The D. Play on vintage slot machines and blackjack tables, or head to the patio for a bird’s-eye view of all the goings-on below—without dealing with the crowds. 702.388.2400 VANDERPUMP COCKTAIL GARDEN

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Loop Trail and a visit to the Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve. Henderson is perhaps also the best place to sign up for a helicopter ride over the city’s natural attractions and the neighboring Grand Canyon. Other Highlights: Clark County Museum, Clark County Wetlands Park, Cowabunga Bay Las Vegas, Las Vegas Distillery, and Sloan Canyon National Conservation Area.

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The Strip

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When people think of Las Vegas, they almost invariably think of the Strip, even though the famous four-mile (6.5-kilometer) stretch of hotel-casinos along Las Vegas Boulevard isn’t actually in the city of Las Vegas. Like much of the metropolitan area, it’s actually in an unincorporated area of Clark County. Generally bound by the Stratosphere to the north and Mandalay Bay to the south, the Strip features tens of thousands of hotel rooms and gambling of every type to suit every guest.

For instance, Siegfried and Roy’s Secret Garden at the Mirage Hotel gives you and your young ones the chance to watch white tiger and lions relaxing in the shade. Plus, you can also watch bottlenose dolphins swim and play at the hotel’s dolphin sanctuary.

It’s also home to dozens of world-class restaurants and gorgeous showrooms that host resident performances from artists such as Celine Dion, Cher, Lady Gaga, Aerosmith and

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Cirque du Soleil. Host to the Vegas Golden Knights NHL team and the Las Vegas Aces WNBA team, the neighborhood is also home to the High Roller observation wheel, endless shopping—from high-end couture to novelty gift—and much more.

Fremont Street/ Downtown Vegas

Las Vegas began downtown, which for years was the hub of both civic life and the tourist trade. These days, downtown is the place where tourists and residents mingle at classic hotel-casinos such as El Cortez, the Golden Nugget, the Plaza and the Golden Gate, which is the oldest hotel in Las Vegas (it opened in 1905). Most of downtown’s hotel-casinos sit along Fremont Street, part of which is covered by the cheesy but endearing Fremont Street Experience canopy, which displays light shows every night.

Whether you are playing or not, pay a visit to Main Street Hotel and Casino

to check out their interesting display of artifacts – they even have a chunk of the Berlin Wall. Want an insight into the city’s history but don’t feel like entering a museum? Take a stroll along Fremont East and find interesting bits of information about Las Vegas history etched on the 18 bronze medallions implanted in the pavement. Fremont is the place to visit if you’re in the hunt for trendy bars such as The Griffin and Commonwealth. Here, you’ll also find hip restaurants and cultural outposts like The Bunkhouse Saloon and record store 11th Street Records.

Downtown is far more than just Fremont Street; it’s also a residential area with a mix of luxury high-rises and vintage Vegas homes. Also, it’s still the center of local government, which means that anyone getting married in Vegas has to come downtown for a license, leading to the proliferation of quickie downtown wedding chapels. Other Highlights: Neon Museum, El Portal Movie Theatre, Photo with

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The 18-block area of downtown Las Vegas known as the Arts District first earned that designation thanks to the Arts Factory, a converted industrial building now home to various art galleries and shops. The Arts District grew from there, with other galleries and artists’ collectives sprouting up nearby and artists moving into the affordable housing close to their showrooms. The monthly First Friday helped popularize the Arts District as the center of Vegas’s alternative culture.

It now encompasses the funky stretch of Main Street that mixes antique shops with bars, such as Velveteen Rabbit and ReBAR (itself a combination of a bar and an antique shop), plus up-and-coming culinary destinations like Esther’s Kitchen. While East Fremont is downtown’s loud, boisterous entertainment center, the Arts District is the more laid-back gem.

Summerlin

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that Las Vegas is otherwise known for. Founded by the Howard Hughes Corporation (and named after Hughes’s grandmother) in 1988, the area has been steadily growing ever since. Summerlin is the place where many of the city’s biggest names call home, send their kids to school, do their shopping and spend their free time on the weekends.

Nonetheless, it is a great spot for outdoor lovers who want to enjoy the natural beauty, and want to hike miles of trail in the Red Rock Canyon area.

Preserved as a National Conservation Area, the canyon offers an education center, multiple camping spots, 16 hike trails, and plenty of wildlife. For something slightly little-hearted (and perhaps less adventurous), go shopping at the European-themed Tivoli Village.

With its cobbled streets and magnificent architecture, Tivoli brings you a choice of upscale brands and charming boutique stores to shop from.

There’s also Red Rock Resort or JW Marriott (with the attached Rampart Casino)—both are top-notch hotel-casinos worth visiting.

Downtown Summerlin is a massive shopping and dining complex that also houses the Las Vegas Ballpark (home of the minor-league Las Vegas Aviators) and the

practice facility for the Vegas Golden Knights.

Henderson

Another neighborhood located slightly detached from the bustling center of Las Vegas, Henderson is the second-largest city in the state and is located to the southeast of the Sin City.

The first Las Vegas suburb, it initially sprouted during World War II around the Basic Magnesium Plant, and it was mainly an industrial center until development shifted in the 1980s. These days, Henderson is a mix of quiet residential enclaves and more commercial areas, including the Fiesta, Green Valley Ranch and Sunset Station hotel-casinos. It also has a slowly revitalizing downtown area, home to the so-called “booze district” of local breweries and distilleries, and a restaurant scene that mixes suburban staples with adventurous gourmet outposts, such as Kitchen Table and The Stove.

The most appropriate base to explore the natural wonders of Nevada, including the Hoover Dam and Lake Mead National Park, Henderson offers a distinctive desert landscape to its visitors. The area is a great place for families traveling with kids. If you love the outdoors, you will definitely appreciate a bike ride along the River Mountain

Chinatown

Unlike similar neighborhoods in other cities, Las Vegas’s Chinatown is a strictly commercial district, but it’s a strong reflection of the city’s substantial Asian community. Along just a few miles of Spring Mountain Road west of the Strip, there are more than 150 restaurants that provide a culinary trip around Asia and the entire world. Some of the highest-profile chefs in Vegas run small outposts in Chinatown, where lines for tables spill out onto the street even late at night.

In addition to top Asian restaurants like Raku, China Mama and Monta Ramen, Chinatown has everything from the city’s premier tiki bar (The Golden Tiki) to one of its longest-running community theaters (the Las Vegas Little Theatre). Many places are open until the wee hours, making Chinatown perfect for late-night eats or just grabbing a cup of tea with friends. It’s still a bit off the beaten path for many tourists, but its reputation is increasingly pulling travelers off the Strip.

Boulder City

Boulder City is technically located in the west of Las Vegas and it is one of the only two cities in the state that PROHIBITS gambling. The bright, neon lights of the Strip and the

continuous clinking of the slot machines are nowhere to be found here. Instead, the neighborhood offers you a massive arch-gravity dam that dates back to the Great Depression. Formerly known as the Boulder Dam, Hoover Dam stands erect in the Black Canyon on the Colorado River and was once commemorated to President Roosevelt. When you are done exploring the area on foot, try experiencing the stark beauty of the Mojave Desert from the air by signing up for a thrilling ziplining tour – Flightlinez Bootleg Canyon is the most recommended. Make sure to go hiking on the Historic Railroad Hiking Trail to enjoy once-in-a-lifetime views of Lake Mead and the Boulder Basin Area.

Other Highlights: Nevada Southern Railroad Museum, Boulder City-Hoover Dam Museum, Veterans’ Memorial Park, and Black Mountain.

North Vegas

Technically, a city in its own right, North Las Vegas is easily considered as a part of Las Vegas because of the immense transformation and growth of Southern Nevada.

Often overshadowed by its gambling powerhouse neighbor, North Las Vegas is as entertaining as the Sin City, if not more. A great place to come with the family, the area is home to many museums, parks, and child-friendly adventures.

Another significant attraction in the area is the Las Vegas Natural History Museum. Originally aimed at showcasing the history of Las Vegas, the exclusive museum now displays a multi-million-dollar exhibit that includes everything from the ancient times to the present-day world, from Africa to Nevada, and from the blue ocean to the expansive deserts.

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expectations, from the Season

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POTTED POTTER

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Power through all seven Harry

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JABBAWOCKEEZ

this parody that’s gained rave reviews. Sa-Su & W, 2 & 8

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Dec. 25. Harrah’s Las Vegas,

9 winner of “America’s Got Talent.” Times and dates vary.

The Linq, 702.777.2782. www.matfranco.com

This world-famous dance

pm; M-Tu & F, 8 pm. Bally’s,

A 90-minute show by one of

troupe’s show is a celebration of

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Vegas’ most beloved bands,

NATHAN BURTON

imagination and top-notch cho-

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packed with hits from the Purple

COMEDY MAGIC

One. Dec. 26-30, 9:30 pm. 16+.

At the Saxe Theater, Burton

reography and special effects.

RICH LITTLE

Tropicana, 800.829.9034. pur-

incorporates in-your-face

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The legendary comedian

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illusions with a mix of

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returns to the Strip in his au-

comedy, showgirls and

Dance Instruction

Burton’s engaging personality.

Tu-Su, 4 pm. From $49.99.

LE RÊVE: THE DREAM

Su-W, 7 pm; dark Dec. 8-11 &

This over-the-top aquatic

25. Tropicana, 800.829.9034.

wonder conveys the surreal

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X BURLESQUE

Hollywood, 702.260.7200. www.

nature of dreams. F-Tu, 7 &

entertainment/rich-little

UNIVERSITY

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9:30 pm. Wynn Las Vegas,

Miracle Mile Shops at Planet

Learn showgirl choreography

702.770.9966. www.wynn

TAPE FACE

on stage from one of the X girls!

PENN & TELLER

lasvegas.com/entertainment/

The popular comedian that

Also, receive a complimentary

This duo’s creative performances

le-reve-the-dream

combines a little mime, magic

makeup kit and learn how

are loaded with equal parts

and puppetry is currently on

to apply showgirl makeup.

magic, theatrics and pitch-black

tour. However, the show goes on

Sa, 3 pm. 18+. Flamingo,

comedy. Sa-W, 9 pm. The Rio,

Includes a pack of comedians,

at the House of Tape, as a silent

702.777.2782.

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some raunchy crooners and

stand-in takes the stage. Tu-

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a martini or three. W-Su, 8

Su, 7 pm. Harrah’s Las Vegas,

& 10 pm. The Cosmopolitan,

702.777.2782. www.caesars.

866.973.9611.

com/harrahs-las-vegas/shows/

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OPIUM

R.U.N. Branding itself a thriller that

Concerts

will have you gripping your

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Magic & Illusion

PIFF THE MAGIC DRAGON

CRISS ANGEL:

An “America’s Got Talent”

MINDFREAK

standout, this imaginative

Provocative magician presents

magician has more than

the most revolutionary

12 million YouTube hits.

armrest, this live production is a

THE AUSTRALIAN

illusions he’s ever brought to the

Su-Th, 8 pm. Flamingo,

first for Cirque du Soleil. Expect

BEE GEES SHOW:

stage. W-Su, 7 pm; dark Dec.

702.777.2782.

fights fire and more during this

A contemporary retrospective

4-15 & 25. Planet Hollywood

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graphic novel-inspired show.

of all things Bee Gees, complete

Resort, 702.777.2782.

W-Su, 7 & 9:30 pm. Luxor Hotel

with video clips, live camera

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& Casino, 855.706.5433, www.

images, stunning graphics and

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hits such as “How Deep Is Your

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Times and dates vary. MGM

tobiographical one-man show.

COURTESY LIP SMACKING FOODIE TOURS

Love.” Sa-Th, 5 pm. Excalibur,

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An adult carnival with a cast

a state-of- the-art tent located

of eclectic performers who

right on the Strip. W-Th, 7pm;

X BURLESQUE

amaze audiences with bizarre

F-Su, 7 & 9 pm; dark Dec. 18-

Imaginative choreography

acts. Nightly, times vary. 18+.

22. The STRAT, 702.380.7777.

meets today’s hottest music in

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Caesars Palace, 855.234.7469.

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a show that emulates the style of

Village. Great salads, comfort

traditional burlesque. Nightly,

foods and drinks in a laid-

10 pm; dark Dec. 17 & 31. 18+.

back, tropical atmosphere. $

Celebrates 35 years as the

Flamingo, 702.777.2782.

Open from 11 am-2 am daily.

longest-running show in Las

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702.440.0017. www.tahitivil-

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LEGENDS IN CONCERT

Vegas with a live band, dancers

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Spiegelworld does it again,

and acts paying tribute to a

bringing another hilarious,

rota­t ing roster of performers.

adults-only show to Vegas. Set

M-Sa, 7:30 pm; dark Dec.

in the Wild West, this show is

16-22 & 25.

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Strip. Customers dine in the

filled with captivating circus

Tropicana, 702.739.2222.

Discounts on several commonly

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sold-out shows, available at all

touch, hearing, taste and smell

nine of Tix4Tonight locations:

while waiters deliver food using

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A dinner theater experience in

Outlet Mall, Showcase Mall

lunch or seven-course dinner.

which the audience becomes

and more. 877.849.4868.

$$$ M-Th, 5 pm-11 pm; F-Su,

part of the mystery unfolding

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noon-11 pm. 3871 S. Valley

DINING

Shoppes, 704.414.9000.

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brings comfort foods such as

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Strip. An exact replica of

CAFÉ AMERICANO —

MERCATO DELLA PESCHERIA—Grand

pie and burgers. $$ Open

the legendary Hofbrauhaus

daily for lunch and dinner.

in Munich, Germany, with

Canal Shoppes. The seafood-

authentic Bavarian cuisine

forward restaurant also features

and a traditional Beer Hall. $$

imported cheeses, housemade

TEXAS DE BRAZIL—Town

Open Su-Th, 11 am-11 pm;

pastas, seasonal vegetables,

Square. All-you-can-eat

F-Sa, 11 am-midnight. 4510

salads and Roman-style pizzas.

Angus beef, lamb, pork, chick-

Paradise Road, 702.853.2337.

$$$ Open daily, 11 am-11

Caesars Palace. Enjoy classic

702.739.2307. www.troplv.

American dishes and cocktails

com/dining/robert-irvine-pub-

in this stylish space. $$ Bar

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open 24/7; kitchen 6 am-2 am.

Vegas’ most unique dining experience

Brazilian

702.650.5921.

ROCK & REILLY’S—

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Hawaiian Marketplace.

en and Brazilian sausage, plus

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pm. 702.837.0309. www.

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Multiple locations. Hearty

24-hour restaurant. Try dishes

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Greek

Caesars. Cafe dining with

portions of your favorite

such as a classic Reuben. $$

nevada/las-vegas

comfort foods, including rotis-

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serie chicken, baby back pork

Dining

View Blvd., 702.960.4000.

ribs, fresh baked pot pie and

STRIP HOUSE—Planet

burgers. $$ 129 E. Fremont St.,

Hollywood Resort. A

Chinese

11 am-midnight. 702.735.4663.

emphasis on seafood. $$$$

www.trevi-italian.com

WING-LEI—Wynn Las

Open for lunch daily, 11:30

truly indulgent: decadent

Vegas. The first Chinese

am-3 pm; dinner Su-Th,

702.933.0880.

steaks, goose-fat fried potatoes

restaurant in the country to be

5-10:30 pm, F-Sa, 5-

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and desserts big enough for an

awarded a Michelin star. $$$$

11:30 pm. 877.893.2001. www.

Open for dinner Su-Th, 5:30-

cosmopolitanlasvegas.com/

Open Su-W, 5-10 pm; Th-Sa,

9:30 pm; F-Sa, 5:30-10 pm.

restaurants/estiatoriomilos

Shops. Find shareable

5 pm-11 pm. 702.737.5200.

702.770.3388. www.wynn

plates and flights of fries,

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Village. $$$ W-Su, 5 pm-close.

702.513.3356.

GROTTO ITALIAN

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French

RISTORANTE—Golden

hamburgers and handmade

EIFFEL TOWER

inspiration from the Amalfi

pizzas while watching the big

RESTAURANT—Paris

Coast of Italy. $$ Open Su-Th,

Hearty portions of award-win-

game. $ Open daily from 11

Las Vegas. This romantic

11:30 am-10:30 pm; F-Sa,

CHICA—The Venetian.

ning, farm-fresh food that

am-7 am. 702.387.1896.www.

restaurant is located 11 stories

11:30 am-11:30 pm. Bar offers

Elevated Latin cuisine from

are comforting day or night. $

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above the Strip. $$$$ Open

pizza Su-Th until midnight;

chef Lorena Garcia served from

Open 24 hours at The Linq;

triple-7-restaurant-and

for lunch M-F, 11:30 am-2:30

F-Sa until 1 am. 702.386.8341.

breakfast and brunch through

call other locations for hours.

microbrewery

pm; dinner Su-Th, 4:30-10

www.goldennugget.com/

dinner. $$ Daily, 8 am-11 pm.

3535 S. Las Vegas Blvd.,

pm; dinner F-Sa, 4:30-10:30

lasvegas/eat_grotto.asp

702.805.8472. www.chicalas

702.254.4646; 6800 W. Sahara

pm; brunch Sa-Su, 10 am-2:30

HASH HOUSE A GO GO—Multiple locations.

Ave., 702.804.4646; 3700 W.

winning microbrews, gourmet

Barbecue

Nugget. A menu that takes its

pm.

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YORK—Forum Shops at

One S. Main St., 702.384.4646;

ELLIS ISLAND CASINO &

702.948.6937.

Caesars. Featuring cuisine

555 N. Stephanie St.,

BREWERY—Near Strip.

www.eiffeltowerrestaurant.

from the Abruzzo region of

Henderson, 702.898.4646.

The casino offers a $7.99 steak

com

Italy. $$$$ Open for lunch

CADILLAC MEXICAN

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special, $12.99 rack of barbe-

M-Sa, noon-2 pm; dinner

TEQUILA & KITCHEN

cue ribs, karaoke nightly and

nightly,

Flamingo Road, 702.777.2761;

ROBERT IRVINE’S PUBLIC

an in-house microbrewery.

HOUSE—Tropicana.

$ Open M-F, 4-10 pm; Sa-Su,

Celebrity chef Robert Irvine

4-11 pm. 4178 Koval Lane,

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army. $$$ FLIGHTS—Miracle Mile

TRIPLE 7 RESTAURANT &

Open Su-Th, 11 am-11 pm; F-Sa,

Greek cuisine, with an

celebration of food for the

Dining/WingLei

walk-up gelato/espresso bar. $$

The Cosmopolitan. Fine

702.386.8238; 601 N. Green

Open daily, 9 am-midnight.

elongated street lamps and a ESTIATORIO MILOS—

Valley Parkway, Henderson,

salads, skewers and more. $$

TREVI—Forum Shops at

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and out (be sure to snap a picture

Pan-Asian

$$ Open M-Th, 11am-mid-

$$ Open Su-Tu, 8 am-11 pm;

in front of its hand-painted

MOMOFUKU—The Cosmo-

night; F, 11 am-1 am; Sa, 9

W-Th, 11 am-11 pm; F-Sa, 8

mural). $$ Open daily, 11 am-11

politan. Fusion of American,

am-1 am; Su, 9 am-midnight.

am-midnight. 702.386.8169.

pm.

Japanese and Korean fare

702.692.2337. www.thepa-

www.cadillacbar.com

702 .761. 7000. saharalasvegas.

that includes steamed buns

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for lunch, 11 am-3 pm; social

CHAYO MEXICAN KITCHEN + TEQUILA BAR—The Linq. Chayo Mexican Kitchen + Tequila Bar

Other

serves modern, fun and unin-

hour at Peach Bar, 3-5:30 pm;

RÍ RÁ—Mandalay Place.

and dinner, 5:30-10:30 pm.

Good-humored Irish pub with

702.698.2663.

delectable dinners and bartend-

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ers obsessed with pouring the

hibited food and drink. $$ Open

LIP SMACKING FOODIE

perfect pint of Guinness. $$

daily, 8 am-late. 702.691.3773.

TOURS

Open M-F, 8 am-3 am; Sa-Su,

www.chayolv.com

Visit up to four of Vegas’ most

EL DORADO CANTINA—

Pizza

9 am-3 am. 702.632.7771. www.

highly acclaimed restaurants in

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just one outing! Taste the most

GIORDANO’S—Grand

Near Strip. El Dorado Cantina

buzzed-about signature dishes

Bazaar Shops at Bally’s. Chica-

SLATER’S 50/50—Off

uses all sustainably raised prod-

prepared by award-winning

go-style deep-dish pizza keeps

Strip. Known for beer, bacon

ucts in its cuisine, which rep-

chefs. No lines. No hassles with

the crowds coming. $$ Open

and burgers. Find loaded fries,

resents the different regions of

reservations. 888.681.4388.

Su-Th, 11 am-1 am; F-Sa, 11

wings, flatbreads, boozy shakes

Mexico. Its bar offers more than

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am-2 am. 702.850.2420. www.

and more. $$ Open M-Th,

giordanos.com

11 am-10 pm; F, 11 am-mid-

100 tequilas. $$ Open 24 hours.

night; Sa, 9 am-midnight; Su,

3025 Sammy Davis Jr. Drive,

TA S T E O F L A S V E G A S CHART HOUSE LAS VEGAS From seasonal seafood to award-winning Certified Angus Prime Rib, Chart House is sure to please with our unparalleled selections. The 75,000 gallon aquarium, sporting a variety of exotic fish, is the center point of this happening restaurant. Voted Reader’s Choice Best Date Night, View and Happy Hour. Enjoy the Crab Avocado & Mango Stack or Charred Octopus before you indulge in specialties such as Mac Nut Mahi, Baked Whole Fish and the Original Hot Chocolate Lava Cake. Excellent Happy Hour, Mon-Fri, 4-6pm with appetizers starting at $5 & Signature Cocktails starting at $7.

Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino 129 E. Fremont St. 702.386.8364, chart-house.com

TREVI At the crossroads of divine shopping and casino magic,

DINING

you’ll find TREVI, Vegas’ answer to Romanesque elegance

702.722.2289. www.

TIX4TONIGHT

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9 am-10 pm, and 9:30 am-10

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467 E. Silverado Ranch Blvd.,

of the Gods’ at The Forum Shops in Caesars Palace,

TACO BELL CANTINA—The

chase at all nine of Tix4Tonight

ket-fresh ingredients, as well

Ste. 100, 702.766.5050. www.

TREVI offers a variety of classic and contemporary Italian

Strip. Features a VIP lounge,

locations: Planet Hollywood,

as salads, vegetarian and vegan

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dishes prepared from the finest ingredients with true

DJ booth and gift shop. Grab a

the Giant Coke Bottle,

fare. $ Open daily, 11 am-2 am.

las-vegas

TREVI flair. Be sure to save room for homemade gelato,

shareable appetizer and take a

North Premium Outlet Mall,

One Main St., 702.366.0049.

seat on its outdoor patio. Beer

Showcase Mall, Town Square,

www.popuppizzalv.com

and Twisted Freezes are just

and dining excellence. Located next to the ‘Fountain

award-winning tiramisu and spectacular Italian cream TAILGATER TAVERN—

cake. TREVI is the perfect setting for lunch, dinner, group

Casino Royale, Fashion Show

Near Strip. A local favorite

dining or cocktails. Toss a coin in the fountain and make

the cherries on top... or, should

Mall, Bally’s Grand Bazaar

with a casual game watching

your wish upon leaving - you’ll be sure to return!

we say, the nacho cheese on

and Hawaiian Marketplace.

atmosphere, this tavern serves

top? $ Open 24 hours. 3717 S.

877.849.4868. www.tix4tonight.

Forum Shops at Caesars Palace, 3500 Las Vegas Boulevard South, 702.735.4663, trevi-italian.com

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Pubs & Grills

24 beers on tap, plus breakfast, BEERHAUS—The Park. A

hearty entrees, bar bites and

702.272.2422. www.locations.

hot spot for suds, delectable

more. $$ Open 24/7. 3990 W.

tacobell.com/nv/las-vegas/

pub grub and social interaction.

Russell Road, #1, 702.790.1963.

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CAFÉ AMERICANO / TERRAZA Café Americano dishes out classic American fare with a Latin twist. 24 hours a day, 365 days of the year! Located in

UNO MÁS STREET TACOS + SPIRITS — Shareable bites, plant-based options and house-made churros, what’s not to love on Uno Más’ menu? These delicious, traditional—with a twist—dishes practically call out to be paired with a Dole Whip cocktail, beer, Mexican soda or horchata. This fast-casual spot is festive inside

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the main lobby of Caesars Palace. Guests of our restaurant

OSAKA JAPANESE BISTRO 20 X winner Best Japanese and Sushi in Las Vegas RJ poll. Authentic Japanese dishes & Appetizers, Seasonal fishes, incl. Blue Fin & Toro at the Sushibar, Teppanyaki western style dining. 5 Minutes from the Strip 10920 S. Eastern Ave., 702-616-3788 4205 West Sahara Ave., 702-876-4988 PROMOTION

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can enjoy a contemporary and relaxed atmosphere day or night. Savor expertly crafted cocktails in the lounge, where you may witness us creating everything from barrel-aged classics to signature and traditional drinks. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Start or end on our Terrazza where you can watch any sporting event, or just enjoy the view. At Café Americano, guests are always guaranteed style, superior quality, and award-winning service.

3570 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109 702.650.5921, www.cafeamericanovegas.com

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VIC & ANTHONY’S STEAKHOUSE

GROTTO

A world-class steakhouse, Vic & Anthony’s features an

Grotto is an authentic Italian restaurant, located at the

award-winning menu with the finest prime beef featuring

Golden Nugget Hotel and Casino, where everything is

our exclusive A5 Kobe Beef and fresh seafood. The fine-

homemade on-premise. You will find only the freshest

dining experience is further enhanced by an extensive wine

ingredients in every dish, from new creations to the classics.

collection, impeccable service and an elegant yet intimate

Prepared as they are in the Old Country, be it fish, chicken,

atmosphere. Guests are welcomed by the eye-catching

veal, shellfish or beef, you can rest assured that your choice

display of lobster tails and hand-cut prime steaks as they

will delight you with the most delicious Italian food this

walk through the door. Join us in our private tasting room

side of the Bay of Naples. Italian food deserves to be paired

which seats up to 18 people. For a memorable meal, a

with a fine Italian wine and Grotto offers a unique collection

sophisticated special event or cocktails with class,

to complement your meal. If wine isn’t your thing, try a

Vic & Anthony’s Steakhouse is sure to please.

perfectly mixed cocktail or our famous Peach Bellini.

Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino, 129 E. Fremont Street 702.386.8399, vicandanthonys.com

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STRIP HOUSE

CADILLAC BAR

Strip House allows you to experience the combination

Mouth-watering Mexican food, over 70 boutique Tequilas

of charred cuts perfectly paired with decadent sides set

and numerous high def flat screen TVs showcasing your

in siren red interiors where old world glamour meets

favorite sporting events – all set the tone for a perfect day

modern style and sophistication. Named one of the best

or night in Vegas! Our menu offers a variety of items; such as

steak restaurants by Zagat and awarded four stars by

tapas, ensaladas, fajitas and the popular Especiales de la Casa

Forbes, the namesake cut isn’t the only thing to marvel

with signature items including Carnitas Guadalajara, Relleno

upon, with walls adorned by original Studio Manasse

de Camaron and Huarache. Our hand-crafted cocktail

prints of 1930s burlesque stars. Whether you are coming

selections go well beyond traditional, including two featured

for the perfect after work cocktail, or to experience our

barrel aged margarita’s, complemented by an impressive list

late-night tableside service, you are guaranteed not to be

of Mezcal, Blanco, Anejo, Reposado and Distinctive Tequilas.

disappointed.

Open daily, see hours of operation or order To-Go!

Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino 3667 Las Vegas Blvd.

South Las Vegas, NV 89109 702.737.5200, striphouse.com

Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino, 129 E. Fremont Street 702.386.8169, cadillacbar.com

Ring in the New Year at Giordano’s! Join us on New Year’s

CHAYO MEXICAN KITCHEN + TEQUILA BAR

Eve for an open bar, champagne toast, passed appetizers,

Located in The LINQ Promenade, Chayo presents a blend

an incredible buffet dinner and incredible views of the

of authentic and innovative Mexican fare for brunch

Fireworks Show at Midnight! Tickets start at just $115.

and dinner, a vast tequila selection, live entertainment

Please call the restaurant at 702-850-2420 to book your

and a sexy mechanical bull. Patio dining offers guests a

reservation today!

picturesque view of The High Roller. Open daily 8am to

S. Las Vegas Blvd. STE 200, Las Vegas, NV 89109, 702-850-2420, Giordanos.com/locations/las-vegas

late.

GIORDANO’S

The LINQ Promenade, 3545 S Las Vegas Blvd 702.691.3773, www.chayolv.com

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HASH HOUSE A GO GO Farm foods aren’t just for breakfast anymore. That’s the philosophy behind the “Twisted Farm Food” at Hash House A Go Go, where the portions are generous and the times are fun. Chicken and waffles for dinner? Of

MASTRO’S OCEAN CLUB World-class service and exquisite cuisine can be found within this 80-foot sculptural treehouse. Experience the signature Iced Seafood Tower and highly acclaimed bone-in filet, or savor a specialty Dry- Ice Martin. Enjoy new sushi items, such as the Ahi Tuna Tostada, Magura

course! The winner of 24 “Best Of” awards in Las Vegas,

Lime Roll and Chilean Seabass Ponzu. These new items

the restaurant has been featured on the Travel Channel’s

were developed exclusively for Mastro’s by internationally

“Man vs. Food” and the Food Channel.

The Linq—Center Strip, 702.254.4646 | Rio All-Suite Hotel and Casino, 702.252.7777 | The Plaza Hotel— Downtown Main St., 702.384.4646 | 6800 West Sahara, 702.804.4646 | 555 North Stephanie Street, Henderson, 702.898.4646 | www.hashhouseagogo.com

172 172 is a live music and upscale dining venue that features an eclectic choice of musicians combined with the freshest sushi, Japanese cuisine and premium craft cocktails anywhere in Las Vegas. 172 provides its patrons

acclaimed chef Angel Carbajal, of the award-winning Nick-San Sushi Bar in Cabo San Lucas. Open for dinner nightly. Private rooms overlooking the treehouse are available for special events.

Crystals at City Center 702.798.7115, Mastros.com

IL MULINO NEW YORK Savor Italy’s tantalizing flavors and culinary traditions in a luxurious setting that melds the elegance of New York City with the vibrancy of Las Vegas. Il Mulino New York Las Vegas is an outpost of the acclaimed Abruzzi-influenced

access to artists in an intimate, up close, and personal

flagship in Greenwich Village, a Manhattan institution that

experience that intrigues all five senses. The creativity of

has delighted the world’s most discerning palates for over

Chef Joe Richardson really comes through, from lobster

thirty years. Our menu features exquisitely prepared farm-

risotto and sushi topped with black truffle to the greatest

fresh meat, fish and vegetables served with the highest

up and coming bands, this unique venue will leave you

level of personal attention to our guest. Sunday - Friday at

speechless. Complete with complimentary parking and a

$39 for 3 courses between the hours of 5:00pm- 6:30pm.

VIP area, 172 is open Wednesday to Sunday 5pm to close.

Entrée $25 and over. Please call for reservations.

Rio Hotel and Casino / 3700 W. Flamingo Road 2nd Floor, 702.513.3356, rock172.com

Forum Shops at Caesars Palace, Third floor, 702.492.6000, ilmulino.com

MERCATO DELLA PESCHERIA

ESTIATORIO MILOS

An Italian Seafood Market located in The Venetian Resort

Located inside The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, this dining

and Casino, in the heart of St. Mark’s Square. Mercato Della

destination brings an authentic taste of Greece to Las

Pescheria specializes in fresh pastas made daily, seafood,

Vegas, sparing no effort to find the most delicious fish

crudo bar, wood fired pizzas and the finest cuts of meats

from around the world preparing them in the subtlest,

prepared in our Josper oven. Our restaurant has full

most flavorful ways. Featuring an open floor plan,

views of the live entertainment and the indoor sky in St.

multiple private dining rooms and event spaces, and a

Mark’s Square. Our interior is beautifully decorated with

famed fish market showcasing diverse selections flown

a mixture of Italian antiques, hand painted artwork and

in daily from the Mediterranean, Milos has become the

features our custom designed, climate-controlled wine

go-to destination for a discerning audience of locals and

cellar which holds up to 1,400 bottles of wine.

visitors alike.

Grand Canal Shoppes, 13377 S. Las Vegas Blvd, Suite 2410, 702.837.0309

3708 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, NV, 89102 702.698.7930, www.estiatoriomilos.com

SPECI AL ADV ERTISING SECTION Dining

TA S T E O F L A S V E G A S

www.thetailgatertavern.com

Seafood Vegas’ most unique dining experience

BLACKOUT

CHART HOUSE—Golden

“Dining in the Dark” will take you on the most unique

Nugget. Dine on seafood and s

sensory dining experience Vegas has to offer. When

ucculent steaks amid a

the sense of touch, hearing and taste are heightened,

75,000-gallon centerpiece

food, drinks and dinner conversation become a brand

aquarium. In the Rush Tower.

new adventure. BLACKOUT is an extraordinary dining

$$$ Open M-Sa, 11:30 am-

attraction offering a delicious seven course dinner

11:30 pm. 702.386.8364.

and five course lunch. It’s more than just a meal; it’s a

www.chart-house.com/

culinary journey of the senses. Great for corporate events,

locations/las-vegas

wedding parties, friend nights, date nights and family nights. Book a reservation at DineBlackout.com.

DINEBLACKOUT.COM

MASTRO’S OCEAN

3871 S. Valley View Blvd. #8 Las Vegas, NV 89103, M-Th 5:00pm-10:30pm, F-Sun 12:00pm-10:30pm, 702.960.4000

CLUB—The Shops at Crystals. The freshest in upscale seafood and USDA prime steaks in an intimate and energetic

OSCAR’S STEAKHOUSE

environment. $$$$ Open for dinner nightly, 5-11 pm; bar

Named after former Las Vegas Mayor Oscar Goodman, the award-winning Oscar’s Steakhouse inside the iconic the Vegas of yesteryear. Oscar’s recreates the bygone

fresh seafood and made from scratch sides. Paired with a handcrafted cocktail or wine from an extensive list, Oscar’s offers an unforgettable dinner experience in the heart of downtown Las Vegas.

Plaza Hotel & Casino, 1 Main Street Las Vegas, NV 89101, 702.386.7227, oscarslv.com

LAWRYS THE PRIME RIB Since 1938, Lawry’s The Prime Rib has been renowned

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vintage Vegas era with Rat Pack-style music, classic décor, boasts a delicious selection of perfectly aged steaks,

Las Vegas Blvd., 702.798.7115.

Locations/NV/Las-Vegas

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Southern dishes, plus live

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music. Gospel Brunch, Su. $$ Open daily, 7 am-midnight.

702.632.7607. www.houseof

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CLUB DE SOLEIL

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blues.com/lasvegas/restaurant

for its signature prime ribs of beef, aged 28 days, roasted YARDBIRD SOUTHERN

to perfection and carved tableside to order from shining

TABLE & BAR—The Venetian.

silver carts. Warm hospitality, lush Art Deco decor and

Classic Southern cooking

rich woods complete Lawry’s unmistakable style. An

and farm-fresh ingredients.

SAV TODAE Y

evening at Lawry’s is more than just fine dining... it’s

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a legendary dining experience. Dinner seven days a

pm; F, 11 am-midnight; Sa,

week. Mon-Fri: Prime Time half-price drinks and bites in the bar 4pm-6pm. Lunch 11:30am-2pm. Private rooms accommodate up to 200.

4043 Howard Hughes Pkwy., Las Vegas, NV 89169 at Flamingo, 1/2 mile east of The Strip 877.LAWRYS7, lawrysonline.com

$$ Open M-Th, 11 am-11

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PREMIUM VERT

dome of the Plaza Hotel and Casino pays homage to

attentive service, and a delectable meal. The menu

open nightly from 4 pm. 3720 S.

Dining

Steaks & Chops

STEAKHOUSE—The

$$$$ Open for dinner nightly,

5 pm-midnight; Sa-Su, 11

702.874.1400. www. fashion

shops and restaurants, such as

reproduction of Venice’s Grand

percent every day on top

5-11 pm. 702.386.8399.

am-midnight. 702.967.3888.

outletlasvegas.com

Joe’s Seafood Prime Steak &

Canal, complete with cobbled

BAZAAR MEAT—

Plaza. Former Mayor Oscar

name brands. In all, The

B. Goodman’s glamorous steak

www.vicandanthonys.com/

www.caesars.com/ballys-las-

walkways, streetside cafes

shopping center features 140

SAHARA Las Vegas. Chef

house. Features steaks cooked

locations/las-vegas/index.asp

vegas/restaurants/sea-the-

FASHION SHOW

Stone Crab, Sushi Roku and Il Mulino New York, among

and live entertainment. Open

stores and offers two food

José Andrés’ celebration of all

over a 600 degree grill and sides

thai-experience

Las Vegas’ largest shopping des-

others. Su-Th, 10 am-11 pm;

Su-Th, 10 am-11 pm; F-Sa, 10

courts. M-Sa, 9 am-9 pm;

things carnivorous. $$$ Open

made from scratch. $$$ Open

tination offers six

F-Sa, 10 am-midnight. 3500 Las

am-midnight. The Venetian |

Su, 9 am-8 pm. 7400 Las

Su-Th, 5:30-10 pm; F-Sa, 5:30-

4-10 pm nightly. 702.386.7227.

department stores. Each week-

Vegas Blvd. S., 702.893.3807.

The Palazzo, 702.414.4525.

Vegas Blvd. S., 702.896.5599.

11 pm. 702.761.7610. www.

www.oscarslv.com

end, the center hosts live fashion

www.forumshops.com

www.grandcanalshoppes.com

www.premiumoutlets.com/

the latest styles from its anchor

GRAND BAZAAR SHOPS

LAS VEGAS NORTH

saharalasvegas.com/restaurants -bars/bazaar-meat-by-joseandres

Tapas

SHOPPING

BLUE MARTINI—Town SMITH & WOLLENSKY

Square. Tapas-style dining

Shopping Centers

shows on its runway, featuring

vegassouth

—Grand Canal Shoppes. Visit

and more than 30 premium

stores and more than 230 retail-

Modeled after the world’s

PREMIUM OUTLETS

THE LINQ PROMENADE

“America’s Steakhouse” for

martinis make for one of the

ENCORE ESPLANADE

ers. Mall hours are M-Sa, 10

greatest open-air markets, this

Stroll through this upscale,

This shopping district features

signature steaks and indulgent

best socializing spots in town.

Offers a dozen of the most

am-9 pm; Su, 11 am-

marketplace features more than

village-style outlet and enjoy

shops and restaurants spread

sides. $$$$ Open Su-Th, 11:30

$ Happy hour from 4-7 pm.

exclusive boutiques in town.

7 pm. 3200 Las Vegas Blvd. S.,

120 retailers. Su-Th, 10 am-10

savings up of 25 to 65 percent

over 200,000 square feet. Open

near strip. The tradition of

am-10:30 pm; F-Sa, 11:30

702.949.2583. www.lasvegas.

Su-Th, 10 am-11 pm; F-Sa, until

702.369.8382. www.the

pm; F-Sa, 10 am-11 pm. Bally’s

every day on an impressive

M-Th, 10 am-11 pm; F-Sa, 10

grand steakhouses lives on at

am-midnight. 702.637.1515.

bluemartinilounge.com

midnight. Encore, 702.770.8000.

fashionshow.com/en.html

Las Vegas, 702.736.4988. www.

collection of name-brand outlet

am-midnight; Su, 10 am-10

Del Frisco. Private dining rooms

www.smith

grand

stores. M-Sa, 9 am-9 pm; Su, 9

pm. 3545 Las Vegas Blvd. S.,

offer intimate affairs with un-

andwollensky.com/our

bazaarshops.com

am-8 pm. 875 S. Grand Central

702.322.0550.

paralleled steak and cocktail op-

-restaurants/las-vegas

DEL FRISCO’S DOUBLE EAGLE STEAKHOUSE—

tions. $$$ Open M-Sa, 5-10:30 pm, Su, 5-10 pm. 702.796.0063. www.delfriscos.com/steakhouse/las-vegas

FORUM SHOPS AT

Thai

FASHION OUTLETS

CAESARS PALACE

OF LAS VEGAS

The Forum Shops at Caesars

Parkway, 702.474.7500. www.

GRAND CANAL

premiumoutlets.com/vegasnorth

VIC & ANTHONY’S

SEA: THE THAI

It’s worth the short drive to save

Palace is noted for its unique

SHOPPES

STEAKHOUSE—Golden

EXPERIENCE—Bally’s Las

up to 75 percent off of more than

combination of top retail, din-

This center boasts more than

Nugget. Enjoy high-quality

Vegas. A unique approach to

100 designer brands. I-15 to

ing, entertainment, location and

180 specialty brands and

LAS VEGAS SOUTH

menu selections such as ribeye

Thai fusion. $ Weekday lunch:

Exit 1. Open daily 10 am-8 pm.

thematic Roman ambience and

world-class restaurants nestled

PREMIUM OUTLETS

and Australian rock lobster.

11 am-2:30 pm; weekday dinner:

32100 Las Vegas Blvd. S., Primm,

features more than 160 specialty

around a charming and faithful

Find savings of up 25 to 65

PINTO RANCH Texas-born purveyor of fine western wear, beloved by former presidents, celebrities and athletes. The store stocks more than 5,000 pairs of handmade cowboy boots. 3200 S. Las Vegas Blvd., 702.228.3400.

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DINING

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WYNN PLAZA SHOPS

Vegas North Premium Outlets,

EMPORIUM

AXEHOLE

caesars.com/paris-las-vegas/

10 am-10 pm. Last ad- mission one

THE SHOPPES

Attractions/Tower-Shops

Features a number of luxury

702.641.1011. www.pandoralv.com

More than 12,000 square feet

The whole family can learn how

things-to-do/eiffel-tower

hour prior to close. Mandalay Bay,

boutiques. Open Su-Th, 10 am-

of adult fun. Couples-friendly

to throw an axe. Party packages

11 pm; F-Sa, 10 am-midnight.

Spas & Salons

atmosphere. Offers massage

and one-hour throwing sessions

and bachelorette items, DVDs,

are available, as are upgraded

SWEET TEASE SALON

books, novelties, lingerie,

sessions. Reservations required.

Choose from a range of services,

dance wear and more. 4335 W.

AT MANDALAY PLACE Offers popular bars, restaurants and one-of-a-kind stores. Daily, 10 am-11 pm. On the sky bridge

TOWN SQUARE A 1.5 million-square-foot

Wynn Las Vegas, 702.770.7070.

shopping, dining and

www.wynnlasvegas.com

between Mandalay Bay and

entertainment center on the

Luxor, 702.632.7777.

south end of the Strip. Located

www.mandalaybay.com

in the heart of the square are two parks. Open M-Th, 10

Jewelry

such as haircuts, waxing,

PANDORA

and hair extensions, massage

Creates hand-finished jewelry in

and facials. 80 E. Pebble Road,

14-karat gold and sterling silver

702.516.9369.

THE SHOPS AT CRYSTALS

am-9 pm; F-Sa, 10 am-10 pm;

Combines dramatic

Su, 11 am-8 pm. 6605 Las

architecture with exclusive

Vegas Blvd. S., 702.269.5001.

offerings from the

www.

world’s most elite brands.

mytownsquarelasvegas.com

through its charms— more than

WYNN ESPLANADE

stock. 10 am-11 pm; F-Sa, 10

Daily, 10 am-midnight.

CityCenter, 702.590.9299. crystalsatcitycenter.com TOWER SHOPS AT THE STRAT More than 30 specialty shops offer clothing, jewelry and pm; F-Sa, 10 am-11 pm.

The STRAT, 800.998.6937.

that carry everything from

F-Sa, until midnight. Wynn Las Vegas, 702.770.7000. www. wynnlasvegas.com

A&W PHOTOGRAPHY

Caesars, 702.489.2674; Grand

Offers everything from

Miracle Mile Shops, 702.836.9591;

wear. Su-Th, 10 am-11 pm;

Specialty Shops & Services

am-midnight. Forum Shops at Canal Shoppes, 702.733.9442;

runway fashion to everyday

Fashion Show, 702.369.0355; McCarran International Airport D Gates, 702.261.7414 and Terminal

professional head shots and publicity photos to senior class photos, pregnancy and wedding photos. 80 E. Pebble Road, 702.454.4422. www.awpix.com

3, 702.629.2608; Downtown Summerlin, 702.750.0308; Las

SECRET GARDEN AND

get launched from 114 feet

DOLPHIN HABITAT

450 Fremont St.,

above the shopping district

Ste. 163, 702.776.7640.

across 1,121 feet to the base of

Big cats live in the lap of luxury.

Tropicana Ave., 702.367.8002. www.dejavu.com

www.axeholeusa.com

the High Roller. Su-Th, 11:30 am-midnight; F-Sa, 11:30 am-2

DEJA VU ADULT

An upscale fragrance

VANDAL?

60 pounds and 300 pounds. The

This exhibit at Fashion

Linq Promenade, 702.777.2782.

Show brings you closer to the

www.caesars.com/linq/

mirage.com/attractions/

controversial artistic world

fly-linq

secret-garden.aspx

FREMONT STREET

SPRINGS PRESERVE

EXPERIENCE

Explore colorful botanical

tasteful trinkets, skincare, and decor. 3131 Las Vegas Blvd., 702.735.0127. www.

of one of the most influential

diptyqueparis.com/en_us/

creators in recent years, featuring more than 70 works

HARLEY DAVIDSON

organized into various thematic

Features a variety of bikes

sections. Reserve your slot for

to purchase or rent, plus branded apparel, accessories and collectibles. A service department and showroom

vegas

take place every hour on the hour between sunset and

“birth-place of Las Vegas.”

Open daily from 9 am-5 pm. Trails close at dusk.

333 S. Valley View Blvd., preserve.org

An elaborate display of

downtown. 702.678.5777.

davidson.com

horticulture and art, with more

www.vegasexperience.com

HONOLULU

flowers in view. Open 24 hours.

COOKIE COMPANY

Free. Bellagio, 702.693.7111.

Spreads the true spirit

www.bellagio.com/

Venetian while a gondolier

attractions/botanical-garden.

serenades you. Indoor: Su-Th,

aspx

10 am-11 pm; F-Sa, 10 am-

than 7,500 plants, trees and

GONDOLA RIDES Glide along the canals of The

midnight. Outdoor: Su-Th,

THE STRAT TOWER Indoor and outdoor observation decks. The tower houses SkyJump, X-Scream, Insanity and the Big Shot, all open SuTh, 10 am-1 am; F-Sa until 2 am. See it with the all-day rides pass (SkyJump a separate price).

CSI: THE EXPERIENCE

5-10:45 pm; F-Sa, 5-11:45 pm.

Test your inner crime solver at

The Venetian, 702.414.4300.

www.stratospherehotel.com/

honolulucookie.com

the interactive exhibit based

www.venetian.com/hotel/

Attractions

attractions/gondola-rides.html

ATTRACTIONS

on the hit TV show, “CSI.” Open daily, 9 am-9 pm; last

Attractions ARCADE CITY

admission at 8 pm. MGM

The STRAT, 702.383.5210.

VEGAS BALLOON RIDES HIGH ROLLER

Grand, 702.531.3826. www.

Twenty eight glass-enclosed

mgmgrand.com/entertain

cabins offer unparalleled views

ment/csi-the-experience.aspx

of the Strip from the middle of all the action Open daily,

Whether you’re looking for a small, private flight or are part of a large group, there’s a package for you. Flights start at $275 per person. Special offers

FOOD & FUN

EIFFEL TOWER EXPERIENCE

Known for its play card system,

11:30 am-2 am. TheLinq,

Travel 460 feet above the Strip to

868.328.1888. www.caesars.

the top of this half-scale replica

com/thelinq/high-roller.html

vegasballoonrides.com

SHARK REEF

VEGAS INDOOR

A total sensory experience that

SKYDIVING

transports visitors to an underwater

Experience skydiving within

delicious food and drink and fun selection of games and prizes.

Open daily at 11:30 am. 3200 S. Las Vegas Blvd., 725.777.0940.

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pedestrian mall. Light shows

and trails at this 180-acre

702.822.7700. www.springs

702.489.6111. www.

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Vegas Blvd. www.banksy.

gardens, interactive galleries

Street at Las Vegas Boulevard,

GCS, 702.836.9413; LQP,

NeonMuseum.org

five football fields above the

Mirage, 702.791.7188. www.

CONSERVATORY

are on site. 5191 S. Las Vegas

Hawaii. FSC, 725.214.0001;

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screen, spans the length of

Open daily, 10 am-6:30 pm.

midnight nightly. Fremont

gourmet cookies made in

EXHIBITION

this timed exhibit. 3200 S. Las

The world’s largest LED

underwater viewing areas.

BELLAGIO

of aloha in the form of

5.69" X 4.19"

and research facility with

am. Riders must weigh between

lasvegasharley

(approx. 3/4 page)

gallon habitat is an observation

BANKSY: GENIUS OR

Blvd., 888.218.0744. www.

1/2 PAGE HORZ

The adjacent 2.5 million-

DIPTYQUE boutique that also trades in

that can tell the story of your life 800 are available in the jeweler’s

SIEGFRIED & ROY’S

10 side-by-side ziplines. Flyers

www.arcadecity.com

may be available. 4390 Polaris Ave., 702.553.3039. www.

and enjoy a panoramic view of the city and mountains. Daytime hours: 10 am-6 pm; nighttime hours: 6 pm-1 am. Paris Las Vegas, 702.946.7000. www.

world. Su-Th, 10 am-8 pm; F-Sa,

a vertical wind tunnel, with

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perfume. Su-Th, 10 am-10

Boasts high-end retail stores

makeup services, tanning, lash

702.632.4555. sharkreef.com FLY LINQ

Shopping

www.pintoranch.com

air speeds up to 120 mph,

last tour vary. 770 Las Vegas

Bay, 702.632.4700. www.

Three routes with more than 15

simulating the free-fall of

Blvd. N., 702.387.6366. www.

thelightvegas.com

stops cover the city’s most-noted

skydiving. Must be height/

neonmuseum.org

weight proportionate Open daily at 9:30 am. 200 Convention

REAL BODIES AT BALLY’S

Center Drive, 702.731.4768.

Experience real human bodies

www.vegasindoorskydiving.

presented in dramatic and

com

compelling environments.

Open daily at 10 am. Bally’s, 702.777.2782. www.real

Museums & Exhibitions

locations . Choose from The OMNIA

Strip Tour, The Old Vegas Tour

A 75,000-square-foot nightclub

and the Las Vegas Night Tour,

paradise with an ultra lounge,

hopping on and off as you please.

mezzanine and stunning rooftop

702.685.6578.

garden. Tu & Th-Su, from

www.bigbustours.com

10:30 pm. Caesars Palace, 702.785.6200. www.

bodiesatballys.com

omniaclubs.com/las-vegas

NIGHTLIFE

XS

Offers VIP-level service from

Guests can enjoy bottle ser

two locations: Las Vegas and

Gentlemen’s Clubs

vice indoors, or outdoors at

the Grand Canyon. Enjoy

a luxurious poolside cabana.

the comforts of the Eco-Star

CRAZY HORSE 3

Open F-Sa, 10:30 pm-close.

helicopter, which features

An award-winning gentlemen’s

Encore, 702.770.0097. www.

individual leather, theater-style

club featuring hundreds of

wynnlasvegas.com/nightlife/

seating, extended leg room and

www.discoverykidslv.org

entertainers and discreet VIP

xs-nightclub

terrific visibility. 888.261.4414;

MADAME

cocktails are available 24/7. 3525

DISCOVERY CHILDREN’S MUSEUM Fun and educational museum, where kids of all ages can explore electricity, energy, space and much more. Open Tu-Su. 360 Promenade Place, 702.382.5437.

Rub elbows with your favorite stars—among the Las Vegas lineup are Nicki Minaj and

HELICOPTER TOURS

EXPLORE

702.261.0007. www.flymaverick.com

W. Russell Road, 702.602.9850. www.crazyhorse3.com

Lounges

Getting Around LAS VEGAS MONORAIL

PINK JEEP TOURS Experience remote areas inaccessible to most with Pink

Seven stops between SAHARA

Jeep’s rugged fleet of high-end,

The Venetian, 3377 S. Las Vegas

TRAGO LOUNGE

Las Vegas/Sahara Avenue and

all-terrain Tour Trekkers.

Blvd., 702.862.7800. www.mad

Wine, beer and bourbon line

the MGM Grand. $5 single ride

Choose from Grand Canyon

ametussauds.com/lasvegas

the menu alongside creative

ticket; $13 unlimited day pass;

(West Rim and South Rim),

$23 unlimited two-day pass;

Valley of Fire, Red Rock

$29 unlimited three-day pass;

Canyon, Hoover Dam and

Elvis. Open daily at 10 am.

cocktails at Trago Lounge.

THE MOB MUSEUM

Open 24 hours. Tropicana Las

See the thrilling story of

Vegas, www.troplv.com/

$36 unlimited four-day pass.

Death Valley. Complimentary

organized crime and law

dining/trago-lounge

M, 7 am-midnight; Tu-Th,

hotel pickup and drop-off. Call

7 am-2 am; F-Su, until 3 am.

for reservations. 800.873.3662.

702.699.8200. www.lvmonorail.

www.pinkadventuretours.com

enforcement, with artifacts, exhibits on the legacy of the mob an an in-depth look at mobsters in Sin City. Open daily, 9 am-9 pm. 300 Stewart Ave. , 702.229.2734. www.themobmuseum.org THE NEON MUSEUM This outdoor museum is home

Nightclubs

com

HAKKASAN

LYFT LAS VEGAS

This multi-level mega-club is

From the Las Vegas Strip to

home to the world’s hottest DJs. Th-Su, from 10:30 pm.

Airport, this ride service has you covered in minutes. Available

dating from the 1930s to

38,000 square feet of space

tickets, guided tours and combo tickets available. Open daily from 9 am. Timings for

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Summerlin and McCarran

www.hakkasanlv.com LIGHT

present day. General admission

downtown, Henderson to

MGM Grand, 702.891.3838.

to more than 200 neon signs

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AT T R A C T I O N S

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