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Life is Beautiful
SEPTEMBER Plaza de la Familia returns to Paradise Gardens at Disney California Adventure Park Sept. 2 through Nov. 2. Inspired by the spirit of Día de los Muertos, the immersive celebration features live entertainment — including the lively street show, “A Musical Celebration of Coco” — festive foods, crafts and interactive experiences. disneyland.com
Baz Luhrmann’s revolutionary film comes to life when “Moulin Rouge! The Musical” dances into the Orpheum Theatre in San Francisco Sept. 7 through Nov. 6. Performances run Tuesday through Sunday, with show times at 1 and/or 7:30 p.m. depending on the date. broadwaysf.com
The three-day music, arts and culinary festival Life is Beautiful takes over 18 blocks in downtown Las Vegas Sept. 16 through 18. Happening each day from 2 p.m. until 1 a.m., this year’s festival features performances by such diverse music acts as Arctic Monkeys, Migos, Cage the Elephant, Gorillaz, Lorde, Jack Harlow, Kygo, Beach House and DJ Calvin Harris. lifeisbeautiful.com
Comedian Jerry Seinfeld performs two shows at San Diego Civic Theatre on Sept. 16. Show times are at 7 and 9:30 p.m. broadwaysd.com
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Exciting events visitors won’t want to miss
Multi-award-winning Latin artist Bad Bunny brings his first stadium tour, “Bad Bunny: World’s Hottest Tour,” to Las Vegas’ Allegiant Stadium on Sept. 23 and 24 with special guest, Alesso. Concert starts at 7 p.m. allegiantstadium.com
“Jagged Little Pill,” the exhilarating musical based on Alanis Morissette’s worldchanging music, rocks San Francisco’s Golden Gate Theatre Oct. 11 through Nov. 6. Performances run Tuesday through Saturday at 7:30 p.m., with 1 p.m. matinee performances also occurring on Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday. broadwaysf.com
The 41st Phoenix Pride Festival takes place at Steele Indian School Park on Oct. 15 and 16 from noon until 9 p.m. Attracting over 55,000 attendees, the two-day festival features more than 150 performances on seven stages as well as over 300 exhibitors showcasing a variety of food options and shopping opportunities. There’s also a parade along 3rd Street that kicks off on Oct. 16 at 10 a.m., featuring decorated vehicles, colorful floats and thousands of participants. phoenixpride.org
Make sure you’re in the room where it happens when the acclaimed musical “Hamilton” stops by The Smith Center in Las Vegas Oct. 18 through Nov. 6 for 24 performances inside Reynolds Hall. Show times are Tuesday through Friday at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday at 2 and 8 p.m. thesmithcenter.com
“The Rocky Horror Picture Show” 47th Anniversary Spectacular Tour comes to the Celebrity Theatre in Phoenix on Oct. 18 at 8 p.m. Not only will fans be able to watch the original unedited movie with the original Brad Majors, Barry Bostwick,
and a live shadow cast, but there will also be memorabilia on display and a costume contest. celebritytheatre.com
A four-day celebration of Las Vegas architecture, design and culture, Duck Duck Shed takes place Oct. 27 through 30 at various venues throughout the city. Presented by The Neon Museum, the program features several separately ticketed
events that highlight the city’s architectural character over the decades, including a once-in-a-lifetime tour of Siegfried & Roy’s home, the Jungle Palace. duckduckshed.com
Elton John returns to the most-played city of his career, Las Vegas, when Elton John’s Farewell Yellow Brick Road The Final Tour stops at Allegiant Stadium on Nov. 1 at 8 p.m. eltonjohn.com/tours
One of music’s most groundbreaking bands, The B-52s bring their Final Tour Ever of Planet Earth to Southern California for two performances. The group performs at the YouTube Theater in Inglewood on Nov. 4, and the Honda Center in Anaheim on Nov. 5. Both concerts start at 7:30 p.m. theb52s.com
America’s greatest polo party, The Bentley Scottsdale Polo Championships gallops into WestWorld of Scottsdale on Nov. 5. In addition to all the polo action, guests can enjoy signature events like the Canine Couture Dog Fashion Show and several new experiences for 2022, like Grimaldi’s Pizza & Beer Disco. Gates open at 10 a.m. thepoloparty.com
Gathering the finest pizza innovators shaping the industry in Las Vegas, the Las Vegas Pizza Festival returns to The INDUSTRIAL Event Space on Nov. 12 from 1 to 4 p.m. Ticket holders can enjoy unlimited sample slices from some of the city’s top pizzaiolos as they showcase their unique signature style of handcrafted pie. vegaspizzafest.com
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By Teresa Bitler
With more than 70 craft breweries, Portland is a nirvana for beer lovers. Or, as the city likes to say, it’s “Beervana.”
Allegiant passengers can discover some of Portland’s best brews by visiting one of their neighborhoods.
The Hawthorne and Buckman neighborhoods boast several great breweries. Beer enthusiasts can begin at Ecliptic Brewing’s Moon Room satellite taproom, where patrons sip flagship offerings, seasonal favorites and “Cosmic Collaboration” beers. A six-minute walk away, Cascade Brewing Barrel House is known for its crushable sour beers while, across the street, Rogue Eastside Pub has 36 of its own labels on tap.
Dog lovers will want to continue to dogfriendly Lucky Labrador Brew Pub for an IPA, or to Away Days Brewing Co. for a Europeaninspired brew. For Allegiant passengers with a car, Baerlic Brewery, one of Portland’s best, is just down 11th Avenue.
Craft beer drinkers can visit four breweries in
the Pearl District. While all are within walking distance, 10 Barrel Brewing makes a good starting point. The brewery features an IPAheavy lineup plus its popular sours. Nearby, Backwoods Brewing serves a mix of styles, ranging from lager and ale to IPA, stout and porter.
At Deschutes Brewery Public House, Allegiant passengers can sample the Black Butte Porter, Mirror Pond Pale Ale or Chasin’ Freshies before heading to Von Ebert Brewing for a pint. The brewery serves handcrafted pizza and house-smoked meats, too.
In the Kerns neighborhood, award-winning Culmination Brewing has several hazy and other IPAs on tap as well as a variety of additional styles. From there, beer enthusiasts thirsting for more can walk 10 minutes or take a 3-minute rideshare to Migration Brewing. This microbrewery specializes in hazy IPAs, lagers and experimental beers.
Passengers who want to explore beyond these Portland neighborhoods can find great craft beer at Assembly Brewing, StormBreaker Brewing, Breakside Brewery, Hopworks Urban Brewery and Wayfinder Beer, to name a few. For more information about Portland’s craft beer scene, visit travelportland.com.
Allegiant passengers can pamper themselves at some of the state’s best spas while visiting Tucson
By Teresa Bitler
Surrounded by the cactus-studded Sonoran Desert and blessed by 300-plus days of sunshine, Tucson has been a refuge for those seeking health and wellness since its earliest days. While wellness retreats allow guests to unplug for several days, Allegiant passengers can also escape for a few hours at one of many popular Tucson spas.
This new spa at the iconic El Conquistador Tucson resort boasts views of the Pusch Ridge from the spa’s lobby and its outdoor pool. But even the view becomes a faint memory as masseuses work their magic inside the spa’s eight treatment rooms.
Popular treatments include the Custom Alchemy Bar experience, which begins by creating a custom body butter, and the Pusch Ridge Desert Escape, which ends with a sound bowl session. Before or after their treatment, guests can linger by the adults-only pool or in the salt therapy lounge. hilton.com
The award-winning spa at JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort takes its name from the Tohono O’odham word for saguaro cactus, and uses local ingredients in its treatments, such as copper, prickly pear, sage and aloe.
Although spa-goers can enjoy a relaxing Swedish, deep tissue and therapeutic massage, Allegiant passengers may want to indulge in the Cactus Blossom treatment, which uses a blue corn scrub to polish the skin and shea body butter to soften it. The rest of the day can be spent unwinding at the spa’s private saline pool, cabanas and hot tubs. marriott.com
Located in the historic Hacienda Del Sol Guest Ranch Resort, the recently-expanded Spa at Hacienda has six treatment rooms where guests can treat themselves to some of Arizona’s most luxurious spa experiences. The 100-minute Hacienda Sommelier Ritual begins with your “Sommelier” offering you a flight of botanical essences, includes the Crushed Grape Body Scrub, full body massage, facial massage and finishes with a glass of sommelier-selected wine.
Meanwhile, the CBD Customized Massage combines warming analgesics, including clove, turmeric, black pepper and cinnamon, for deep relief of sore muscles and joints. Following treatment, guests can relax in the property’s hot tubs and three pools. haciendadelsol.com
Over the years, some of country music’s biggest stars have launched their own headlining residencies in Las Vegas, including Shania Twain, Reba McEntire, Brooks & Dunn and Keith Urban. This fall, the Entertainment Capital of the World will add yet another acclaimed country music artist to its mustsee music residency lineup when the most decorated artist in the history of the Academy of Country Music Awards, Miranda Lambert, kicks off “Miranda Lambert: Velvet Rodeo The Las Vegas Residency” inside Zappos Theater at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino.
Miranda Lambert’s clothing andcowboy boot collection, Idyllwind, issold at Boot Barn stores nationwide,including its five Las Vegas locations.
Scheduled for 24 performances through April 9, 2023, “Miranda Lambert: Velvet Rodeo The Las Vegas Residency” premieres in September. The production promises to give fans of the 37-time Academy of Country Music Awards winner an up-closeand-personal opportunity to experience many of her chart-topping hits and beloved album cuts live like never before.
“This will definitely be a one-of-a-kind Miranda Lambert experience,” Lambert teased when promoting the production to the press back in April. “That’s the point of Vegas. So, I’m trying to figure out the puzzle pieces, and trying to get from Kerosene (Lambert’s debut studio album, released in 2005) to Palomino (Lambert’s eighth studio album, released this past April) in the most artistic and fun way. The idea that we could take it up a few notches for production is exciting to me and scary, because I usually just keep it pretty much about the music. I’m from Texas, though, so bigger hair and more sequins — don’t threaten me with a good time.”
Lambert noted that she’s had fun designing her sets, merchandise and clothing and boot lines in the past, so she’s looking forward to tapping into her creative side even more
with the new residency. Before she could do that, though, she needed a name for her show, and luckily “Velvet Rodeo” came to her right off the bat when the residency came to the table.
“I think it feels feminine, but it also says rodeo,” Lambert stated. “So, that’s like
feminine and bad-ass, and that’s kind of what I built my career on. That’s a nutshell of my catalog, really.”
Known for such hit songs as “If I Was a Cowboy,” “The House That Built Me” and “Bluebird,” Lambert has had a storied career that’s included more than 70 prestigious awards, including three GRAMMY Awards and 14 Country Music Association Awards. Additionally, she is the youngest artist ever to serve as the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum’s Artist in Residence, joining a legendary list of predecessors that includes Kris Kristofferson, Guy Clark, Tom T. Hall and Jerry Douglas.
While music plays a big role in Lambert’s life, UPROXX’s “queen of modern country” is also a huge animal lover. During a recent interview with People magazine, Lambert shared that she and her husband, retired NYPD officer Brendan McLoughlin, have six horses, five dogs, two cats, two goats, two miniature horses and a handful of chickens at her Nashville-area farm. Not surprisingly, $1 from every ticket purchased to see “Miranda Lambert: Velvet Rodeo The
Las Vegas Residency” will be donated to Lambert’s MuttNation Foundation, which promotes the adoption of rescue pets, supports animal shelters across the country and assists with the transport of animals during times of natural disaster. Since its inception in 2009, the nonprofit organization has raised more than $6 million.
Tickets to see “Miranda Lambert: Velvet Rodeo The Las Vegas Residency” start at $79, plus taxes and fees, with VIP Table packages also available that include a bottle of Moët & Chandon Impérial to enjoy during the concert. Show time is at 8 p.m., with upcoming performances scheduled for Sept. 23, 24, 28 and 30; Oct. 1, 5, 7 and 8; Nov. 26, 27 and 30; and Dec. 3, 4, 8, 10 and 11.
“It’ll be so different and I think it’s gonna be a new energy for me,” Lambert concluded. “I think it’s gonna hopefully breathe new life into my process. It’s Vegas — you need to bring your A game. There’s everything you ever wanted there and a lot of it, and I want to be one of those things people want; I want to be one of the things on their list.” ticketmaster.com/mirandavegas
By Iona Brannon
Las Vegas sets a high standard for the culinary world, as celebrity chefs and new culinary talent alike vie for the spotlight.
With more than 4,600 restaurants recognized by TripAdvisor, there are plenty of places to explore. Female representation within the United States culinary community is meager, at only 7 percent, but there are many femaleowned or female-run businesses that offer an incredible food experience in Vegas. If you’re looking to support the female culinary art scene in Vegas, or if you’re just looking for an incredible meal, there are a few top restaurants you should visit.
This French-influenced Vietnamese American restaurant was inspired by co-owner and chef Jamie Tran’s background, as she brings French techniques to classic Vietnamese flavors. After opening her restaurant, Tran was invited onto “Top Chef” and made it to the final four. Tran was also named a finalist in the 2022 James Beard category of Best Chef: Southwest. At The Black Sheep, you can find seasonal menus with dishes such as Thai Basil Shrimp Ceviche, Salmon Skin Tacos and Fried Whole Rainbow Trout. blacksheepvegas.com
The brainchild of Magnolia Magat and chef Jackie Lim, Truffles N Bacon Cafe offers American comfort food with a creative brunch twist. The cafe was meant to be a casual place
Celebrity chef Lorena Garcia has been at the helm of Chica since its opening Cinnamon Biscuits with strawberry compote and powdered sugar at eat. The crispy Peruvian octopus at Chica is wood-oven roastedPhoto of Chef Lorena Garcia and Peruvian octopus courtesy of Lorena Garcia Group; Cinnamon Biscuits and Eggs Benedict by Angela Terrible Ortaliza, courtesy of Chef Natalie Young; Jackie Lim courtesy of Truffles N Bacon Cafe; Dim Sum by Barbara Kraft, courtesy of Wynn Resorts
of community, and the two women often take the ideas of their guests to create new menu items. Here, you can taste items such as a Pork Belly Omelet or Ube French Toast, or go for the heat with the Hot Beast, a burger with serrano peppers, pork belly, tater tots, hot Cheetos and Korean mayo. trufflesnbacon.com
Celebrity chef Lorena Garcia brought Chica to The Venetian in 2017. The high-end restaurant offers a diverse mix of dishes inspired from all across Latin America, drawing influence from Garcia’s Venezuelan background. It also serves as a trailblazer, being the first restaurant opened by a Latin American woman on the Strip. Guests can enjoy dishes such as the Crispy Peruvian Octopus or Dulce de Leche French Toast. venetianlasvegas.com/restaurants/ chica.html
Visit Wing Lei restaurant at Wynn, where you can try one of the one hundred types of dumplings made by Sandy Shi. The dim sum master at Wing Lei, Shi learned how to wrap dumplings in Hong Kong. For the past 11 years, Shi has meticulously created perfect dumplings for the first Chinese restaurant to earn a Michelin star in North America. wynnlasvegas. com/dining/fine-dining/wing-lei eat.
Self-taught chef Natalie Young opened eat. in 2012. The breakfast and brunch spot was an important addition to the sparse downtown area at the time. eat. has gone through a recent renovation thanks to the show Restaurant Recovery. At eat., try the Cinnamon Biscuits with strawberry compote or the Killer Grilled Cheese. Young also has a restaurant called Old Soul and a food apprentice program for at-risk youth called chow to the core. eatdtlv. chefnatalieyoung.com
By Heather Turk
Whether you’re looking for a quick bite to eat or an all-vegan fine dining experience, the Las Vegas Strip’s ever-evolving dining scene is sure to have something new to savor — no matter what you’re craving.
Inspired by the neighborhood delis in New Jersey and New York that celebrity chef Buddy Valastro grew up with, this quick service eatery is “all about the Mutz.” Guests can enjoy fresh mozzarella hand pulled before their very eyes in a variety of impeccable focaccia sandwiches, such as the Jersey Roast Beef made with garlic butter and sweet or spicy peppers, or savor their freshmade mozzarella with an assortment of tasty toppings like tomato-olive relish. Bakery-style pizza squares are also available by the slice (try the perfectly breaded Chicken Parm), and there’s an extensive selection of cakes, cookies and pastries — including Valastro’s signature creamfilled Lobster Tail pastries — for dessert. bosscafe.com
Taste buds won’t believe that the menu at this famed Los Angeles restaurant is completely plant based. Acclaimed chef Tal Ronnen wows palates with each dish on the Italian/Mediterraneaninspired menu, from the taquito-like Impossible Cigars, served with spicy almond milk yogurt, to the house-made Tagliatelle Bolognese. While nothing on the menu disappoints, no visit is complete without the almond ricotta Stuffed Zucchini Blossoms and one of the restaurant’s spirit-less cocktails. The Pineapple Jalapeño Margarita made with Seedlip Garden 108 is undoubtedly the best mocktail on the Strip! rwlasvegas.com/dining/crossroads
Serving classic Tuscan cuisine that takes diners on a flavorful journey through Central Italy’s countryside, this Italian restaurant adds a bit of romance to Eataly’s culinary marketplace. Couples can share an assortment of delectable dishes for dinner, from handmade pastas like the Lasagna Rustica Al Forno made with 24-month aged Parmigiano Reggiano, to the succulent wood-fired Fiorentina porterhouse steak finished tableside with salt and extra virgin olive oil. The selections can be paired with a variety of vinos by the glass. When it’s time for dessert, the housemade gelato scooped tableside is a definite palate pleaser. eataly.com
Co-owned by former NFL quarterback Drew Brees, this Louisiana sports bar always scores high with taste buds thanks to its scratch-made Cajun cuisine. Sports fans can catch all of the action on one of 86 TVs and place their wagers on site while relishing such luscious items for lunch or dinner as the blackened Gator Wrap or the filling Cajundillas: chipotle tortillas stuffed with chicken, andouille sausage, boudin and caramelized onions. Fresh Beignets are also available for dessert, and breakfast is served daily. caesars.com/harrahs-lasvegas/restaurants/walk-ons
It may come as no surprise to hear that the Strip’s newest resort, Resorts World Las Vegas, is home to the most Michelin Plate and Bib Gourmand awarded culinary concepts under one roof in the country. What people might not expect, though, is to find all those eateries in the property’s food hall.
Redefining the quick-service dining experience in Las Vegas, Famous Foods Street Eats pays homage to the lively scene and culture that has been savored at Asia’s most popular hawker centres for nearly a century. Featuring 17 food stalls, one speakeasy and a center bar, the 24,000-square-foot venue serves a variety of dishes curated by top chefs and restaurateurs from around the world.
“No other food outpost in Las Vegas offers such diversity in dining choices,” said Devin Hashimoto, executive chef for Resorts World Las Vegas. “It was our hope to create a truly unique space that offers a variety of high-
quality food choices in an accessible venue that can be enjoyed by all ages.”
From Japanese sushi and Singaporean claypot rice to Nashville-style hot chicken and Texas barbeque, there’s sure to be something for everyone to relish at Famous Foods Street Eats. Earlier this year, the diverse dining destination welcomed four new eateries as well: Famous Pho, Harajuku Ramen, Burger Barn and the full-service, sitdown restaurant, Fuhu Cha Chaan Teng. The latter offers an assortment of mouthwatering items for guests to enjoy, including dim sum, congee and whole crispy Peking duck.
Diners can choose to order their dishes from each stall individually or via one of the digital kiosks located throughout the venue and be notified via text when their order is ready for pick up. Instagrammable art installations and striking Strip views courtesy of floor-toceiling windows further add to the vibrant marketplace’s delightful dining atmosphere. rwlasvegas.com/dining
Time is running out to see the top-selling female country artist of all time perform her hit Las Vegas residency inside Zappos Theater at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino.
A high-energy production that’s not to be missed, Shania Twain “Let’s Go!” The Las Vegas Residency will perform its final shows Sept. 2, 3, 7, 9 and 10 at 8 p.m. Fans will hear such timeless songs as “Man! I Feel Like a Woman!” and “That Don’t Impress Me Much,” with one lucky couple getting to join Twain onstage as she serenades them with her romantic hit, “From This Moment On.” Whether fans are onstage with the Canadian superstar or watching her from the audience, they are in for an unforgettable night. ticketmaster.com/ shaniavegas
John Legend will also be returning to Zappos Theater to resume his residency, “Love In Las Vegas,” Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, Oct. 14 through 29, at 8 p.m. A soulful concert experience showcasing the EGOT (Emmy, GRAMMY, Oscar and Tony) winner’s smooth piano-playing skills and even smoother vocals, the production lets fans experience Legend’s greatest hits, including “All of Me” and “Green Light,” like never before. ticketmaster.com/ johnlegendvegas
Over at Dolby Live inside Park MGM, Usher will resume his all-new residency, “Usher: My Way,” select dates Sept. 3 through 10 and Oct. 12 through 29, at 9 p.m. The onlyin-Vegas spectacular not only features an impressive repertoire of hits spanning his career — like “Nice & Slow” and “DJ Got Us
Shania Twain “Let’s Go!” The Las Vegas Residency is a nonstop partyFallin’ in Love” — but also incorporates audience interaction and staging throughout the venue so that everyone has an up-close-and-personal experience with the superstar. ticketmaster.com/ ushervegas
Aerosmith will be performing at Dolby Live, too, when the group’s acclaimed “DEUCES ARE WILD” residency returns select dates Sept. 14 through Oct. 5 and Nov. 19 through Dec. 11, at 8 p.m. The world’s first live concert experience presented in Dolby Atmos — an immersive state-of-the-art audio experience that takes listeners inside the music to reveal details with unparalleled clarity and depth — the rockin’ production is a deep dive of the Bad Boys from Boston’s groundbreaking career, featuring some of their countless hits, like “Cryin’” and “Dream On.” ticketmaster.com/ aerosmith
Legendary rock star Rod Stewart will continue celebrating his storied career as well when his long-running residency, “Rod Stewart: The Hits.,” returns to The Colosseum at Caesars Palace Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, Sept. 23 through Oct. 1, at 7:30 p.m. A delight from start to finish, the energetic show premiered in 2011 and
John Legend’s “Love In Las Vegas” is a colorful celebration of love and coming together
“Rod Stewart: The Hits.” is now in its 11th year at The ColosseumUsher’s immersive new residency makes fans feel like they’re a part of the performance
features an ever-changing set list of some of Stewart’s most beloved songs, like “Maggie May” and “Reason to Believe.” ticketmaster. com/rodstewartvegas
Another music icon that’s become a staple of the Entertainment Capital of the World’s residency scene is Carlos Santana. Resuming “An Intimate Evening with Santana: Greatest Hits Live” at the House of Blues inside Mandalay Bay Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 14 through 25 and Nov. 2 through 13, at 8 p.m., the guitarist recently celebrated his 10th anniversary at the venue by signing a multi-year extension. Sure to keep audiences groovin’ throughout, the production features Santana jamming to some of his favorite hits over the decades, including “Oye Como Va” and “Smooth.” houseofblues.com/santana
Ticket holders will go on a musical journey during “MANILOW: LAS VEGAS — The Hits Come Home!” — complete with 3D glasses! Performing at Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino Thursday through Saturday, Sept. 15 through 24, Oct. 13 through 22, and Nov. 10 through 19, at 7 p.m., the fun production features Barry Manilow not only performing his greatest hits, including “Copacabana,” but also some of his favorite commercial jingles. westgatelasvegas.com
Katy Perry also has a playful residency that returns to Resorts World Las Vegas select dates Oct. 5 through 22, at 8 p.m. Appropriately titled “Katy Perry: PLAY,” the show takes audiences on a vibrant
romp through the pop superstar’s hits — everything from “I Kissed a Girl” to “When I’m Gone” — as Perry, playing a doll version of herself, goes on a “Toy Story”-esque journey to find happiness. rwlasvegas.com/ entertainment/katy-perry
Several other music acts will be performing residencies and extended engagements throughout the city this fall as well, making it easy to see why Las Vegas is the Entertainment Capital of the World.
“Katy Perry: PLAY” serves up a true feast for fans’ eyes and ears“MANILOW: LAS VEGAS — The Hits Come Home!” is one of the city’s most entertaining residencies Photo of Barry Manilow courtesy of Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino; Katy Perry by Kevin Mazur/Getty Images
Carrot Top’s Las Vegas residency is so funny even he can’t keep a straight face
Whether guests are seeing one of the funniest names in the business headlining a showroom on the Strip or a rising comedy star performing at one of the city’s sidesplitting comedy clubs, there’s no shortage of ways for visitors to tickle their funny bone in Las Vegas.
Since 2010, the 1,257-seat Mirage Theatre has been one of the top places to enjoy live comedy in Las Vegas thanks to the starstudded Aces of Comedy series. This fall will be no different, with such big names as Tom Segura performing Sept. 23 and 24, and Oct. 28 and 29; Daniel Tosh performing
Oct. 7 and 8, and Nov. 11 and 12; and Jim Jefferies performing Nov. 18 and 19. Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias is also scheduled to perform four shows over Mexican Independence Day Weekend, Sept. 15 through 18. mirage.com
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Undoubtedly the Entertainment Capital of the World’s most hilarious resident headliner, Carrot Top has been making audiences laugh until they cry with his hit Luxor residency since 2005. The laugh-a-second show features the legendary comic performing a mix of stand-up comedy and prop comedy at breakneck speeds, leaving ticket holders gasping for air from laughing so hard. Known for constantly adding new props and material to his show, Carrot Top also pays tribute to some of his earlier jokes by going through a trunk of “Carrot Classics” while onstage. Reflecting on his career as he rummages through the props, one thing is for certain: Carrot Top has been a comedy genius right from the start. luxor.mgmresorts.com/en/ entertainment/carrot-top.html
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An exact replica of the world-famous club in New York, complete with the iconic brick wall, stained glass and low-ceiling design, the Las Vegas Comedy Cellar has welcomed such notable names as Amy Schumer and “Saturday Night Live’s” Michael Che to its stage since opening in 2018. Known for its distinctive showcase format featuring comedians performing 15- to 20-minute sets, the 234-seat club changes its lineup at least once a week. It doesn’t matter who is onstage, though — with each comedian performing only their best material, ticket holders are in for an evening of nonstop laughs. comedycellar.com/ las-vegas
A staple of The STRAT’s entertainment scene since 2014, L.A. Comedy Club moved into a custom-built showroom right off the main casino floor earlier this year. Almost double the size of its previous venue, the club’s new 270-seat Dragon Room features drop-down acoustic panels highlighting famous comedians and its own bar and lounge. In addition to showcasing a rotating selection of top national touring comedians nightly at 8 p.m., the club has a lineup of resident comics who perform each week. Audiences can see comedic magician James Michael’s “Redneck Comedy Variety Show” nightly at 6 p.m., comedian Butch Bradley Thursday through Monday at 10 p.m. and comedian Bret Ernst Tuesday and Wednesday at 10 p.m. lacomedyclub.com
Twenty-one may be a lucky number while playing blackjack (saying, of course, the player is the one holding the cards), but luck had little to do with Penn & Teller recently celebrating 21 years at the Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino.
The longtime Las Vegas headliners are two of the hardest working magicians in the business, as proven by their hit production at the Rio. Performing inside the luxurious 1,475-seat Penn & Teller Theater, the show has constantly evolved over the decades. In addition to featuring classic selections from the duo’s extensive catalog of illusions, the production showcases innovative new bits that continue to challenge the pair — like when they learned how to make an African spotted pygmy elephant vanish onstage.
True legends of magic, Penn & Teller have earned Emmy, Obie and Writers Guild Awards and have their own star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame
Penn Jillette recently wrote a crime caper titled “Random,” available for purchase on Oct. 11.
Penn & Teller performed 10 sold-out shows at the Sydney Opera House this past summer
“Most acts develop new material to keep working — we keep working to develop new material,” Penn Jillette, the more outspoken half of the “Bad Boys of Magic,” said. “We’re both over 60, so we have enough material to last the rest of our lives. Yet, we keep writing new stuff. The motivation is internal. The goal is to always keep challenging ourselves. We get the most excited now over the possibility of things we can’t do, many of which we actually can’t. We only want to do hard stuff.”
Las Vegas audiences will be treated to several new illusions when Penn & Teller perform this fall, as they are known for working in bits that they developed for their hit TV series, “Penn & Teller: Fool Us,” every time a new season premieres. Fans can catch the show’s ninth season when it debuts on The CW on Oct. 14 at 8 p.m. The show will feature a mix of new and returning contestants, including favorites Helen Coughlan and Jandro — both record holders for fooling Penn & Teller — and fellow Las Vegas magic headliners Piff the Magic Dragon and Mac King.
As if mesmerizing audiences with some of the most innovative tricks ever performed on a Las Vegas stage wasn’t enough, Jillette also captivates ticket holders before each show with his bass-playing skills. Joined by the production’s music director, jazz pianist Mike Jones, Jillette plays jazz onstage each night as ticket holders walk into the theater. Audiences are encouraged to arrive early to the show to enjoy the free preshow entertainment for as long as possible before Jillette heads backstage to start the production.
Penn & Teller perform Thursday through Sunday at 9 p.m., with select Monday and Tuesday performances. Tickets start at $75, plus taxes and fees. Even if you’ve seen them live before, Penn & Teller always have something new up their sleeves to keep fans entertained, so be sure to check them out during your Vegas getaway. caesars.com/rio-lasvegas/shows/penn-teller
By Heather Turk
Las Vegas wouldn’t be the Entertainment Capital of the World if there wasn’t always something new in town for audiences to enjoy.
Several stellar shows have debuted recently, including Cirque du Soleil’s latest resident production, “Mad Apple.” A love letter to New York City, the show at New York-New York Hotel & Casino is unlike anything Cirque du Soleil has done before. In addition to the astonishing acrobatics fans have come to expect from Cirque du Soleil, including a fun basketball trampoline act, the production features hilarious performances by stand-up comedians Brad Williams and Harrison Greenbaum and freestyle comedy rapper Chris Turner. There are also live singers and musicians performing a variety of hit songs from artists like Alicia Keys and Billy Joel — sometimes among the audience. Be sure to arrive early, as the interactive preshow entertainment begins the minute the theater doors open. madapplelv.com
Audiences can enjoy even more jawdropping acrobatics at “ROUGE: The Sexiest Show in Vegas.” The titillating, adults-only production at The STRAT Hotel, Casino & SkyPod features some of the most impressive acrobatic performances showcased in any Las Vegas show, as well
David Blaine’s new Las Vegas residency will perform inside the 5,000-seat Resorts World Theatre
“Bat Out of Hell – The Musical”
“ROUGE’s” wet and wild water bowl contortion and hand balancing act
as gorgeous costumes and stunning digital projections that transport audiences to places like ancient Rome and the Palace of Versailles. Ticket holders are encouraged to leave their inhibitions at the door as the limber cast takes audiences on a seductive journey full of phenomenal physical feats (there’s a balancing duo with a ballet dancer en pointe!) and playful innuendo. By the show’s climax, hearts are sure to be racing! rouge-vegas.com
The award-winning production “Bat Out of Hell – The Musical” will soon kick off its highly anticipated Las Vegas residency when it debuts at Paris Las Vegas on Sept. 27. Set to Jim Steinman and Meat Loaf’s greatest hits, the musical is a Rocky-Horror, Romeo-and-Juliet celebration of star-crossed lovers from opposite sides of the tracks caught in a city teetering on the brink of disaster. Audiences will hear such chart-topping songs from the writer and singer’s Bat Out of Hell albums as “Paradise By the Dashboard Light” and “I’d Do Anything for Love (But I Won’t Do That)” as well as a previously unreleased song, “What Part of My Body Hurts the Most,” making the musical a must-see for fans of the late rock legends. batoutofhellmusical. com/las-vegas
Las Vegas will also add magician, extreme illusionist and stunt artist David Blaine to its list of can’t-miss resident performers this fall when Blaine opens his first-ever Las Vegas residency, “DAVID BLAINE LIVE,” at Resorts World Las Vegas. Known for his awe-inspiring magic tricks and death-defying stunts, Blaine will continue to push the limits and attempt unthinkable feats when the mind-blowing production premieres on Sept. 30. rwlasvegas.com/entertainment
By Heather Turk
Visitors hoping to enrich their mind during their trip to Las Vegas will discover several diverse museums downtown that are both educational and entertaining.
At The Mob Museum, the National Museum of Organized Crime and Law Enforcement, guests will go on an informative journey that details everything from the birth of the Mob to today’s crime-related headlines. Home to hundreds of artifacts, including the brick wall from the St. Valentine’s Day Massacre, the 41,000-square-foot museum features a variety of interactive exhibits, films and high-tech audiovisual displays that examine in depth topics such as how Las Vegas was the ultimate “open city” that attracted mobsters and how organized crime persists today. There’s also a working distillery and speakeasy in the basement where adults can enjoy Roaring ’20s cocktails while surrounded by artifacts and stories from the Prohibition era. themobmuseum.org
Visitors can learn even more about Las Vegas’ history at The Neon Museum. Las
Vegas’ most illuminating attraction, the 2.27-acre campus has an outdoor exhibition space known as the Neon Boneyard that’s home to more than 250 signs that were once featured around the city — like the iconic Moulin Rouge hotel and casino sign. Guests can book a guided tour to hear more about these dazzling treasures, some of which are electrified at night while others are dramatically lit from the ground. Visitors can also purchase a ticket to see the recently revamped 360-degree audiovisual experience “’Brilliant!’ Jackpot” in the museum’s North Gallery, which uses technology to re-illuminate more than 40 nonoperational signs. neonmuseum.org
Discover the scenic yet rugged beauty of the Mojave Desert at the Las Vegas Natural History Museum’s multi-sensory Wild Nevada Gallery Peggy the demon-possessed doll is just one of hundreds of terrifying possessions guests will see at Zak Bagans’ The Haunted MuseumFor more on Southern Nevada’s history, the Las Vegas Natural History Museum houses hundreds of thousands of fossils and artifacts that were discovered in the area. The 40,000-square-foot museum features exhibits on some of the greatest wonders of the world as well, from dinosaurs to ancient Egypt. On Nov. 4, the museum will even be hosting an evening lecture to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the discovery of King Tut’s tomb, which it has an authentic reproduction of for visitors to walk through. The museum will also be holding a Halloween-themed event on Oct. 28 (Nevada Day) where kids in costume receive free admission and can go trick-or-treating from gallery to gallery. lvnhm.org
The Hallowen season is the perfect time to visit Zak Bagans’ The Haunted Museum, as it will be offering additional late-night Flashlight Ghost Tours where guests can explore the darkened museum — home to such infamous objects as “The Conjuring 3’s” real-life Devil’s Rocking Chair — with only a flashlight to guide them. Regular guided tours are also available of the 12,000-square-foot space, which recently added some Al Capone artifacts as well as the transaxle from the Porsche 550 Spyder that James Dean crashed in.
El Cortez opened in 1941 as one of the first hotel casinos in Las Vegas. Today we a re the only hotel casino on th e N a tional Register of Historic P l aces. We honor that rich history by providi n g t he same great value Bugsy Si egel an d Meyer Lansky of fered when they owned El Co rtez over 75 years ago.
The “good old days” of Las Vegas are alive and well at El Cortez. Come say hello and take advantage of this special offer from my family to yours.
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Foodies visiting Las Vegas who don’t explore downtown’s thriving dining scene are truly missing out on the opportunity to eat at some of the city’s finest restaurants.
Todd English’s latest Las Vegas restaurant just might be his best one yet. Part of the celebrity chef’s new namesake hotel in the Arts District, the stylish eatery serves an extensive menu of sushi and Japanese-inspired dishes for dinner. Guests can enjoy such standout selections as the Salmon Crudo sushi or the Pork Belly robatayaki while dining inside of the restaurant or out on its 80-seat patio. Other menu highlights include the teriyaki short rib tacos (the Taco Belle) and the Soi Cowboy Chicken made with a sakura shoyu miso marinade. Breakfast, lunch and weekend brunch is also available, and live entertainment is featured on select days. thepepperclub.com
One of the first independent eateries to emerge at the start of the revitalization of downtown Las Vegas in 2005, this sophisticated restaurant is known as much for its weekday power lunches as its succulent steaks. Located at Downtown Grand Hotel & Casino’s 3rd Street, the restaurant remains a
cut above many others in town thanks to its impeccable fare. Whether guests order the Cajun-aioli Lump Crab Cake appetizer or the 14-ounce Bison Ribeye for dinner, taste buds never leave this Vegas classic disappointed. triplegeorgegrill.com
Open 24/7, this delectable deli from the cofounder of Michigan’s acclaimed Zingerman’s Deli serves a variety of sandwiches that come stacked high with ingredients without being impossible to eat. Located inside Circa Resort & Casino, the eatery offers both grilled and non-grilled sandwiches, like the tasty grilled Wendy’s Ham on Rye, as well as an assortment of all-day breakfast items, salads and sweets. The Circa’s Morning Wager omelette made with Ducktrap smoked salmon is a guaranteed palate pleaser, as is the scrumptious warm cinnamon roll. circalasvegas.com/drink-dine/saginaws-
Home to the best pizzas in the city, this Brooklyn-style pizzeria on Main Street actually imports its tomatoes and flour from Italy. Boasting six types of pizza, including New York-style pies that guests can enjoy by the slice, this eatery is renowned for its square Grandma pizzas: thin crust pan-baked pies like first-generation Italian immigrants in New York used to make. Guests can build their own pizza or order one of several specialty pies, like the flavorful stuffed Chicken Bacon Ranch Detroit pizza, and savor their selection with an assortment of delightful appetizers. The pull-apart Garlic Nots made with five types of garlic are simply sublime! While the pies are delicious by themselves, be sure to order some Mike’s Hot Honey to drizzle on top to really make each bite explode with flavor. goodpie.com
Founder Paul Saginaw at his namesake deli, Saginaw’s Delicatessen
The Pepper Club’s patio is sure to become one of downtown Las Vegas’ most popular alfresco dining spots
The Grandma-style Pepperoni pie at Good Pie is the pizzeria’s best seller
Each sandwich at Saginaw’s Delicatessen, like the grilled Royal Flush Reuben is served with house-made chips and a pickle spear
Photo of The Pepper Club Patio courtesy of English Hospitality Group; Saginaw’s Delicatessen by Black Raven; Founder Paul Saginaw by Getty Images; The Grandma-style Pepperoni by Jon Estrada
One of the seven natural wonders of the world, the Grand Canyon is a special place during the fall
The Grand Canyon is beautiful any time of the year, but some argue it’s at its peak during the fall. Fewer people crowd the overlooks once school starts, and temperatures drop to pleasant levels. Plus, some canyon trees sport fall colors.
Grand Canyon National Park has two entrances. While the South Rim remains open year-round, the North Rim closes October 15, before snow makes the entrance impassable. Until then, the North Rim offers the best opportunity to see quaking aspen turn golden in the park. But visitors who can’t make it there can still appreciate pops of color from Gambel oak and Fremont cottonwood at lower elevations.
Cooler temperatures at both rims make
exploring more pleasant, too. At the North Rim, high temperatures average about 70 degrees Fahrenheit in September but drop another 10 degrees by the end of October. The South Rim is warmer, with an average high in the mid-70s in September. By November, though, the average high is just above 50 degrees. Visitors will want to dress in layers since weather can change suddenly at either rim.
During the summer, the park encourages visitors to the South Rim to park and use shuttles to get to the overlooks. In the fall, when there’s less congestion, it’s easier to drive the park’s scenic routes. And because temperatures are so much cooler, fall is a great time to walk the Rim Trail. Along the way, Mather Point has one of the most
famous views of the canyon, and Hopi Point is a park favorite for sunsets.
Fall is ideal for hiking into the canyon as well. That’s because temperatures are roughly 20 degrees hotter in the canyon than on the rim.
In other words, when it’s 80 degrees at the trailhead, it will likely be 100 degrees on the canyon floor. Bright Angel Trail is the most popular trail and gives hikers the option to turn around at the second tunnel before the descent becomes too steep.
For second-time visitors and those staying longer, there’s more to do in the fall than view
the canyon and hike its trails. Cyclists can rent bikes through mid-October from the park’s concessionaire and pedal the park’s dedicated routes. Mule rides along the rim and into the canyon are available year-round, although reservations are required.
For a new perspective, the adventurous can fly over the canyon in a helicopter or plane, or tandem skydive with the canyon in sight. Allegiant passengers should book these adventures well in advance to ensure their spot.
For more information about exploring the Grand Canyon at any time of the year, visit their website nps.gov/grca
Fall is the perfect time to explore the interior of the canyon
The Grand Canyon is the ancestral homeland of 11 tribes, including the Navajo, Hopi, Zuni, Hualapai and Havasupai tribes.The Colorado River is visible at Lipan Point Photos courtesy of the National Park Service and Arizona Office of Tourism
Mesa, Arizona is America’s first Autism Certified City! We also offer the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower program, which supports travelers with various needs as a way to secure support while they’re enjoying Mesa. Experience authentic Arizona fun with confidence knowing your needs come first.
This Southwest city welcomes a new city plaza, shopping and a buzzy nightlife scene to its urban core
By Kate WallaceDowntown Mesa has always been full of surprises, from its historic underground tunnels to its magnificent cultural beacon, the Mesa Arts Center — now, the city’s Main Street drag has set the stage for even more over the top entertainment.
By Kate Wallace
This fall, Mesa’s nucleus will be home to the long-awaited Plaza at Mesa City Center. The two-acre community gathering space, adjacent to the shiny new Arizona State University Creative Futures Lab, features amphitheaterstyle grass seating, water features and a seasonal ice rink. The hub has plans to serve up outdoor performances, events and festivals, with light rail access across the street making it an easy option for locals and visitors.
Downtown Mesa is also home to exciting new dining and nightlife options, including the arcade and tap room from Mesa’s original brew crew, The Beer Research Institute. This renovated space in one of Mesa’s older brick buildings features an impressive collection of classic arcade games and pinball machines. Down from here, Espiritu is also serving up new spirits on Main Street. Conceptualized by the owners of Tacos Chiwas located next door, this elevated cocktail lounge features shaken and stirred concoctions, shared punch bowls and shots set on fire. Staples like the sandwich
king, Worth Takeaway, have expanded, bringing indoor dining back to life on Main Street.
Another reason to add a Downtown Mesa visit to any Greater Phoenix travel itinerary is the near dozen retail establishments that line Main Street. Vintage shopping has always been popular here, but newer retailers like Barrel and Bloom and The Boutique are attracting sidewalk surfers looking for unique fashions, housewares and collectibles. Anchoring the west end of Main Street is Jarrod’s Tea and Coffee Gallery, whose eclectic arts collective continues to impress.
With all the recent development completed, Downtown Mesa is shaping up to be one of the most energetic and exciting city centers in the Greater Phoenix metro area. Up next is Pedal Haus Brewery and Level 1 Arcade expected early next year, and the placemaking event I Love Mesa Days BBQ, Brews & Blues Classic hosted by Downtown Mesa Association next February. visitmesa.com
Allegiant passengers may not be able to time travel, but they can relive the 1980s at several totally awesome venues throughout the Phoenix area.
Hair bands play again at this 80s-themed burger joint set in a fictitious repair shop with a concrete floor and beer kegs hanging by chains from the ceiling. In one corner, a mural of Prince watches over musicians as they belt out songs by Aerosmith, Bon Jovi and Guns N’ Roses. Like any great 80s concert, it can get loud, but the upstairs dining area and outdoor patio offer some respite from the high-energy guitar riffs.
The food is just as much a part of the experience as the music. Headbangers can
Sid’s Garage celebrates the 80s with live music, gourmet burgers and over-the-top shakes
down ½-pound burgers between a bun branded with the restaurant’s logo, crispy tots served in a pail or candied jalapeno bacon torched tableside. To wash it down, the bar serves cocktails in juice pouches, flamingo pool floaties and other creative presentations. But the colossal shakes are the showstoppers, embellished with sweet delights like ice cream sandwiches and whole pieces of cake. sidsgarage.com
Cobra Arcade features a rotating collection of popular arcade games plus craft cocktails and live music
This arcade for grownups features all the best arcade games, including Asteroids, Donkey Kong, Frogger and Ms. Pac-Man. But Cobra Arcade Bar is more than the mall-style arcade popularized in 80s movies. Live bands and DJs play nightly from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m., and drinks like the Garbage Pail Kid, made with Effen Apple and Mad Dog 20/20, flow freely. Although the bar doesn’t serve food, it does invite food trucks to satisfy hungry gamers.
Because its space located near the convention center is small, Cobra Arcade Bar recommends coming early in the evening to avoid waiting for admission. Allegiant passengers who are more interested in the arcade games than the music may want to come during happy hour, Monday through Friday from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., when fewer people come to play. On Tuesday, the bar hands out free tokens with drink purchases, and on Wednesday, women get free tokens. cobraarcadebar.com
The name of this new taproom refers to the term “T120,” which was found printed on blank VHS tapes during their heyday to indicate they ran two hours (120 minutes). But that’s far from the only retro pop culture reference at Taproom-120. Taps with handles featuring old action figures like HeMan dispense premium craft beers. Adding to the ambiance, a mural showcases favorite characters from the 70s, 80s and 90s, and an onsite arcade contains popular retro games.
Allegiant passengers don’t have to be beer drinkers to enjoy Taproom-120. The bar serves wine and non-alcoholic beverages, too. As the taproom’s slogan goes, all that’s required is for patrons to “Be kind, unwind.” taproom120.com
By Teresa Bitler
From sandy stretches to rocky tidepools, Orange County boasts some of the state’s best beaches along its 42 miles of coast. Choosing which one to visit during a stay can be a challenge, though. The beaches combine scenic views, water fun and things to do on shore.
The city of Huntington Beach earned the nickname “Surf City, USA” in the 1950s thanks to this iconic beach, but catching a wave isn’t the only pastime here. Sunbathers spread towels on the sand, kids dodge incoming waves and volleyball players spike over tournament nets. Allegiant passengers can join in on the beach fun or rent a bicycle to pedal to the 1,850-foot Huntington Beach Pier. Either way, they should stick around until after dark when groups gather around bonfire pits and roast s’mores until the beach closes at 10 p.m. surfcityusa.com
If this sandy shoreline looks familiar, it’s no surprise. Corona Del Mar State Beach served as the backdrop for “Gilligan’s Island” and several Disney TV shows. Locals don’t give much thought to the beach’s glamorous past, though. They love to swim in its waters and watch the sun set over a distant Catalina Island in the evening. Offshore, surfers ride waves created by a rock jetty at the harbor’s entrance, and divers explore the depths. The beach also has firepits available on a firstcome, first-served basis. visitnewportbeach.com
Beach goers will have to park on Pacific Coast Highway, follow Victoria Drive and navigate steps to this secluded beach, but it’s worth it. The staircase leads to a rocky, isolated beach in Laguna Beach. Instagrammers love capturing the castle-like
Corona del Mar State Beach Enjoy the sunset at Huntington City Beach“Pirate Tower” next to the cliffs or snapping selfies in the man-made, saltwater pool. But visitors can also play in tide pools, skimboard in the waves or just appreciate the natural beauty of this semi-secret beach. Snorkeling, volleyball, stand-up paddle boarding and kayaking are popular here, too. visitlagunabeach.com
More than 2 million visitors wiggle their toes in the sands of Doheny State Beach in Dana Point every year. Like many Orange County beaches, it’s a surfer’s mecca, but Doheny also features tidepools, a 5-acre lawn for picnics, volleyball courts and campgrounds. Anglers can cast their lines into the waves while families explore the visitor center aquarium. Nearby, Salt Creek Beach has lifeguards, basketball courts and a concession stand. For those wanting to give popular watersports a try, local surf shop Infinity Surfboards rents surfboards and standup paddleboards. dohenystatebeach.org
For more information on these and other Orange County beaches visit their website. visitcalifornia.com/things-to-do/beaches
The Huntington Beach Pier stretches 1,850 feet and is an Orange County landmark
By Heather Turk
Known for bringing some of the most popular film franchises and TV shows to life with its immersive lands, rides and attractions, Universal Studios Hollywood recently debuted what just might be the cutest theme park ride ever created.
Inspired by Illumination’s blockbuster “The Secret Life of Pets” films, “The Secret Life of Pets: Off the Leash” is simply un-fur-gettable. Combining dozens of technologically-advanced animated figures with hyperrealistic media and projection mapping, the ride takes guests on a comical journey to not only meet some of their favorite characters from the films, but also find their own forever home. Similar to Universal Studios Hollywood’s “Despicable Me Minion Mayhem” ride that transforms riders into Minions, “The Secret Life of Pets: Off the Leash” transforms riders into adorable dogs up for adoption. Riders will even get to interact with their animated animal doppelgängers toward the beginning and end of the ride. Many of the films’ vocal
talents reprised their roles for the attraction, too, including Patton Oswalt as Max the Jack Russell terrier.
As delightful as “The Secret Life of Pets: Off the Leash” is, its rider queue is equally entertaining. Guests will walk through the New York City apartment building the pets live in as they approach the ride, passing by characters and familiar scenes from the
In addition to “Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey,” The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios Hollywood is home to the park’s first outdoor roller coaster, the family-friendly “Flight of the Hippogriff”
Riders will encounter animatronics of some of their favorite characters while walking through the interactive queue for “The Secret Life of Pets: Off the Leash”
Photo of “The Wizarding World of Harry Potter” by David Sprague for Universal Studios Hollywood; “The Secret Life of Pets” and “Jurassic World—The Ride” by Hamilton Pytluk for Universal Studios Hollywood
films. Highlights include Buddy the dachshund using a kitchen mixer to get a massage and Norman the guinea pig popping up in the air conditioning vents.
Since guests can book their ride time in advance by accessing “The Secret Life of Pets: Off the Leash” Virtual Line via the Universal Studios Hollywood app or by visiting the Virtual Line kiosk located adjacent to the ride, they will have plenty of time to experience many of the other thrilling attractions the theme park has to offer. Riders can come face-to-face with the 22-foot-tall Indominus rex on “Jurassic World—The Ride;” see the pink Chevrolet Corvette from Peacock’s limited series “Angelyne” as well as other famous cars and sets on the behind-thescenes Studio Tour tram ride; and soar above Hogwarts on The Wizarding World of Harry Potter’s signature ride, “Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey.”
Fall is always a great time to visit Universal Studios Hollywood, too, as there are plenty of extra thrills in store during Halloween Horror Nights. Taking place select nights Sept. 8 through Oct. 31, the separately ticketed event features scare zones, a Terror Tram, a live show and eight chilling haunted houses, including “Universal Monsters: Legends
Collide.” The all-new maze puts guests in the middle of an epic battle where Dracula, The Wolf Man and The Mummy come together for the first time in search of a powerful amulet that can break their curse. Guests can also step into the 1978 horror classic “Halloween” in the “Halloween” haunted house and come face-to-face with Michael Myers.
Regardless of when you visit, no trip to Southern California is ever complete without immersing yourself in the magic of Universal Studios Hollywood. universalstudioshollywood.com
Did you know Universal Studios Hollywood will welcome the first SUPER NINTENDO WORLD in the United States in early 2023? Park guests will enter the immersive land via an iconic Mario Bros. Warp Pipe and find its signature ride, “Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge,” within Bowser’s Castle.
Riders may be able to escape the colossal Indominus rex, but they likely won’t be able to avoid getting wet on “Jurassic World—The Ride”
“The Secret Life of Pets: Off the Leash” opened at Universal Studios Hollywood last year
Allegiant’s business model is built around the idea that travel should be accessible to everyone. This philosophy is at the heart of our partnership with Susquehanna Service Dogs (SSD), a Pennsylvania-based organization that breeds, raises, trains and places dogs to assist children and adults with disabilities in their day-to-day lives.
The foundation of our relationship with SSD is built upon two pillars: puppy transfers and airport training.
In order to best guarantee a successful partnership between pooch and person, it is of utmost importance service animals in training (aka adorable puppies) receive the highest quality instruction possible –sometimes involving travel to a different state. This is where Allegiant steps in. The airline donates flights for the animal and an SSD representative. Often, the representative will be dropping off a puppy and flying home with a graduate of the training program. Funds that might have been spent on airfare can be re-directed to
another area of need within the nonprofit. The flights serve a dual purpose: travel for the puppy and training.
Just as an airport can present unique challengers for travelers, it is a new and hardto-replicate environment for service animals. This is why we work diligently with our operations team to identify an opportunity for SSD handlers to bring the dogs to the airport for a trial run. The service animals practice going through TSA, boarding the aircraft and nestling under the airplane seat in front of them while keeping a close eye on their human companion.
After graduation, the dogs, equipped with over 40 cues and skills, are ready to be matched with their person.
Our partnership with SSD makes a lasting impact in the lives of so many people who are now confident to travel by air.
To learn more about Susquehanna Service Dogs, please visit: khs.org/what-we-do/ assistance-dogs
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The airline industry can often be a world of numbers. Flight numbers, miles, airspeed, altitude… all require impeccable precision and dedication. Beyond the seriousness of their day-to-day roles however, Allegiant Team Members’ passion for the numbers can translate into memorable milestones and achievements. Read on for highlights from Team Members across our network.
Manager of Pricing and Revenue (HQ)
Emmy Bartling’s days are centered around numbers, of course, but she also tracks how many miles she flies with one of the great perks of working at Allegiant — our flight benefits.
“During my four years with Allegiant, I have personally flown 35,244 miles, 19,551 miles on G4 routes, and I have been able to treat friends and family to an additional 115,985 miles at free or discounted fares. Combined, we’ve flown over 135k miles — enough to circle the earth more than five times!”
“My flight benefits allow me to share the gift of travel with the people I care about. My parents fly for free, and it is rewarding to see my flight benefits get them to all of the great Allegiant destinations.”
Every customer really does count. In his 3.5 years with Allegiant, Cory Petersman has celebrated the 100,000 and 200,000 milestones of passengers flown!
“The most exciting part about being a flight attendant, aside from our amazing team and customers, is that whenever I am not working, I have the freedom and flight benefits to go anywhere I please, either by myself, with my parents, or with my travel companion.”
When Eli Dunlap started counting how many flights he worked, he would have never guessed the serendipitous moments.
“When I counted my 276th flight, plane number 276 pulled in. Then three flights later, number 279, Aircraft 279 pulled in!”
“I’ve been working at the Lexington airport for less than a year and just hit the 500 flight mark. I track my flights worked by taking a photo of each one. Through winter storms and summer heat, each day is different, and I love being around airplanes — it’s my favorite part of the job!”
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Filthy Margarita (+$1)
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Blanco Tequila & Filthy Margarita Mix
Dirty Martini
Titos Vodka & Stirrings
Dirty Martini Cocktail Mix
Mojito
Bacardi Rum & Stirrings
Mojito Cocktail Mix
Citrus Soda, Gin, Natural Grapefruit and Juniper Berry Flavors. Gluten Free, All-Natural
Buffalo Trace Bourbon & Stirrings
Old Fashioned Cocktail Mix
Glenfarclas on the rocks Mule
Whiskey Sour Jack Daniels Whiskey & Stirrings Sour Cocktail Mix
Cosmo
Titos Vodka & Stirrings Cosmopolitan Cocktail Mix
Mai Tai
Bacardi Rum & Stirrings Mai Tai Cocktail Mix
Titos Vodka & Stirrings Mule Cocktail Mix
Prosecco Mimosa (+$3)
Prosecco & Orange Juice
Ole Smoky Apple Pie
Whisky and Ginger Ale
Offered on select flights only.
FREE BEVERAGE - Get one drink free when you present your Allegiant World Mastercard.® Don’t have an Allegiant credit card? Ask your flight attendant to learn more about it!
World Mastercard
Customer safety is Allegiant®’s first concern. Please be advised that interference with the duties of crew members, including flight attendants, is a violation of federal laws. Our crews are thoroughly trained in all safety procedures. To ensure your own safety, we hope you take a moment to review the safety information card located in the seat pocket in front of you. Be aware of the following:
• Location of the nearest emergency exit
• Location of your emergency oxygen mask, if needed
• Correct procedure for exiting the cabin in an emergency
Seat belts must be fastened ANY TIME the seat belt sign is on, during taxi, takeoff and landing. Once the seat belt sign is turned off, you may walk around the cabin. Due to unexpected turbulence, it is strongly recommended that you keep your seat belt fastened any time while in your seat. Allegiant’s exit seating policy does not allow the use of seat belt extensions in the exit seats due to tripping hazards.
Federal Aviation Administration requires that all child restraint seats used on planes meet federal safety standards. Acceptable seats bear proper labeling “THIS RESTRAINT IS CERTIFIED FOR USE IN MOTOR VEHICLES AND AIRCRAFT" from the manufacturer. Unlabeled seats or seats manufactured before Jan. 1, 1981, are not acceptable. Child restraint seats are to be placed into a window seat and secured with an aircraft seat belt.
The use of small cameras or mobile devices for photography and video is permitted onboard provided you keep the purpose of your photography and video to capturing personal events. Photographing or recording other customers or airline personnel without their express consent is prohibited. Airline personnel reserve the right to prohibit photos and videos onboard the aircraft if it becomes a disturbance to them or other passengers.
Allegiant is forbidden to serve alcoholic beverages to anyone who appears to be intoxicated or who has not yet reached the age of 21. It is a violation of federal regulations to drink alcoholic beverages during a flight unless they have been served by Allegiant personnel.
Smoking, the use of other tobacco products, e-cigarettes and other similar smoking devices are not permitted on any Allegiant flight. Federal law imposes fines of $1,000 for smoking and up to $2,000 for any attempt to disable an aircraft smoke detector.
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*Restrictions may apply when operating outside of U.S. Airspace. NOTE: Portable electronic device use on the ground, during takeoff and during landing should be limited to small, lightweight devices less than 2 lbs. These devices should be able to be easily secured in a seat back and not impede emergency access to the aisle.
Number of Aircraft: 35
Cruising Speed: 514 mph Range: 4,315 miles
Maximum Take-Off Weight: 166,000 pounds
Maximum Passengers:
Total Length: 111 feet
Wingspan: 112 feet
Pilots: 2
Flight Attendants:
Personal Air
Two-Way
or
Control
Using cellular network services (voice or data) to make or receive calls during the flight is not permitted by U.S. and International regulatory
If you have other questions about the use of other portable electronic devices not shown here, ask
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Number of Aircraft: 80
Cruising Speed: 561 mph
Range: 3,797 miles
Maximum Take-Off Weight: 172,000 pounds
Maximum Passengers: 186
Total Length: 123 feet
Wingspan: 112 feet
Pilots: 2
Flight Attendants: 4
