Hotel Guide Fourth Edition 2011

Accommodations • Attractions • Events • Destinations

Vail Cascade A True Colorado Retreat

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Embassy Suites Outdoor World Grapevine, Texas

Hotel Valencia - San Antonio, Texas

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Vail Cascade Feature

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A True Texas Treasure - Beaumont, Tx.

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Vail, Colorado Feature

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Four Seasons Hotel - Houston, Tx

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Makena Beach & Golf Resort - Hawaii

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Aldaco’s Stone Oak

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Luxe Rodeo Drive - California

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Downtown Aquarium - Houston, Tx

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Luxe Sunset Boulevard - California

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Hotel Sorella @ CityCentre - Houston

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L’Auberge de Sedona- Arizona

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Embassy Suites Outdoor World

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Shore Hotel - California

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Grapevine, Texas Feature

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Hotel Guide “Experiences”

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Natural Bridge Caverns 22 About the Cover:

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With 292 luxurious guest rooms with mountain or courtyard views and over 80 condominiums and private residences, Vail Cascade is one of Travel + Leisure 2011 Top 500 Hotels in the World. (Photo: Courtesy of Swept Away with Jennifer Broome)

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s the end of Summer approaches, we find ourselves relfecting on all of the immense travel opportunities that abound daily.

A getaway can be as simple as a drive to another suburb or a flight across the oceans.

Whatever your destination is, we believe that we all have an inherent desire to travel, to see, to experience.

In this edition, we offer you some of the coolest places to see and stay. We welcome our partnership with Jennifer Broome, who owns Swept Away with Jennifer Broome. This amazing woman features Vail Cascades and Vail,Aspen for us in this edition. Be on the lookout for continuous features from her in each edition.

Our jouneys take us to cool Texas towns like Beaumont and Grapevine while also featuring a couple of unique Texas attractions in Natural Bridge Caverns and the Downtown Aquarium in Houston, Texas.

Looking for even grander scales? Try the Luxe Rodeo Drive Hotel and the Luxe Sunset Boulevard. Two of California’s coolest spots to stay. On the horizon is the Shore Hotel coming to the famous Santa Monica area. This will be a show-stopper come October. Finally, congratulations to the Makena Beach and Golf Resort in Hawaii for celebrating their 25th Anniversary with an immense amount of upgrades.

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Remember, our comprehensive travel website allows you to book ALL your travel needs - including Accommodations, Car Rental, Airlines and even, Cruises.

We are your one-stop shop for traveling in Texas and beyond!

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Safe Traveling!

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Senior Travel Writer

Daniel Leos Illustrator

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ous Hotel Valencia, the city’s only contemporary small luxury hotel, is nestled along the world-famous Riverwalk offering guests breathtaking views and amenities while bringing an exclusive brand of luxury to this tourist-friendly region.

Old World meets New World The Hotel Valencia offers guests a blend of timeless and romantic sights, sounds and scenes. The hotel’s interior incorporates elements of nature to create a one-of-a-kind, yet timeless look.

The hotel’s architecture features the rich, deep color finishes of a Tuscan farmhouse set against a distinct backdrop, with step-out balconies, plastered vault dome ceilings reminiscent of a 15th century monastery and trickling water over candle-lit brick walls.

The second floor of the property boasts the hip “V Bar” - where locals and hotel guests can mingle and take in the breathtaking views of the Riverwalk.

Venture up to the third floor and get taken away to another world in the open-air courtyard with Los Angeles-based designer, Dodd Mitchell’s signature reflecting pond, which sits at the base of a dramatic fountain backlit by a rhythmic line of fire.

Amenities and More Hotel Valencia features a number of amenities unique to the city, including complimentary high-speed Internet access available throughout the hotel. Technology makes going from curbside to bedside a non-stop trip.

All guest rooms feature a posh, custommade, seven-layer “Hotel Valencia Bed,” wrapped in luxurious cotton linens and topped with a downfilled comforter and a lush faux mink throw.

Guests can melt into the down-stuffed leather club chair or ottoman and enjoy the 70-channel cable television line-up.

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Delectable Dining Citrus, the hotel’s topnotch restaurant, features New American cuisine under the direction of Jeffery Balfour. From Serrano Ham-Wrapped Mahi Mahi to Provencal Herb-encrusted Striped Sea Bass, Balfour adds his own personal touch to all of the menu items.

Contact Information For more information on this incredible 213-room, San Antonio Riverwalk hotel, call (210) 227-9700 or visit their website at www.hotelvalencia.com.

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Experience a Texas Gem

Beaumont, Texas

eaumont was put on the map with Spindletop and is known for its oil history and heritage. But with a little bit of Cajun and a whole lot of Texas spirit, Beaumont is a city you must experience to understand why locals are just so dang proud to live here. Think gorgeous southern homes & friendly Texans, lush greenery & cool flowing waters, famous country musicians & food festivals, shopping & fine dining. This is Texas like nowhere else.

History and Heritage The Lucas Gusher discovered in Beaumont in 1901 is affectionately called “Spindletop,” and prompted an oil boom in America unlike any the country had ever seen before. Overnight, thousands of sightseers, fortune seekers, and “boomers” poured into Beaumont as news of the discovery spread. Flowing at nearly 100,000 barrels a day, the oil discovery ushered in the industrial revolution giving rise to major petroleum companies, many of which are still in business today.

Beaumont’s heritage is also visible in our beautifully renovated and historic downtown areas. Museums, historic homes, theatres, trendy restaurants and businesses reside in many of the beautiful historic buildings built with the oil money from Spindletop. New brick paved sidewalks, landscaping and charming street lamps are recent adornments to the downtown area.

Music, Art and Culture Many famous musicians have come from Beaumont and Southeast Texas. Some notables are Tracy Byrd and Mark Chesnutt. Other legends include: Janis Joplin, George Jones, The Big Bopper and Blind Willie Johnson.

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Beaumont has numerous famous artisans, such as Robert Rauschenberg and Keith Carter. In addition, our thriving arts community includes an array of art galleries and studios as well as performing arts venues and organizations. Some of these are the Symphony of Southeast Texas, Beaumont Civic Ballet, Opera Beaumont, The Art Museum of Southeast Texas, Julie Rogers and Jefferson Theatres and others.

We’re also known as the “Museum Capital of Texas”.

With 19 museums, we have more museums per capita than any other city in the State of Texas… and that’s big!

Food and Festivals Beaumont is on the border of Louisiana and boasts some of the best food! With a mix of both Texas & Cajun cultures, we offer visitors delicious crawfish dishes, ettouffe, boudain, jambalaya, gumbo and some of the best BBQ in the state! Beaumont is also known for its fairs and festivals. From the YMBL South Texas State Fair, to Dogtober Fest, to the variety of food festivals hosted each year, there’s always something happening for out-oftowners to enjoy.

Nature and Outdoors With such a rich oil history, many are surprised at the abundance of nature in southeast Texas. Beaumont is on the border of the Gulf of Mexico and to our north is the lush Big Thicket National Preserve which is a haven for birders, canoe enthusiasts, hikers and eco-tourists, campers and fisherman.

The Neches River also flows through downtown Beaumont where visitors can take guided boat rides aboard the Cardinal Riverboat. Beaumont really is Texas like no where else.

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Four Seasons - Houston Texas Luxury at it’s Finest

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n the heart of downtown Houston’s financial and business districts and just steps from many internationally renowned cultural destinations, Four Seasons resonates with the cosmopolitan elegance and refined Southern charm that characterize Houston.

A $25 Million Facelift In June 2010, Four Seasons Hotel Houston completed a three-year, $25-million renovation project that encompassed four areas of the hotel – guest rooms, the pool, the lobby, and the hotel’s exclusive apartments, Four Seasons Place.

The 20-story tower of the Five-star Four Seasons Hotel Houston features 404 well-appointed guest rooms, including 103 luxury suites and 12 specialty suites. The residential atmosphere mixes traditional and contemporary décor to reflect the urban elegance and easy Southern charm of the city. Extra-large bay windows showcase city and pool views.

Designed to ensure complete peace of mind, all luxury accommodations feature comfortable furnishings, a signature Four Seasons bed, a flat-panel television and a CD/DVD player. Pampering marble bathrooms include a tub and shower combination.

To ensure maximum productivity, all rooms are equipped with a spacious executive desk, wireless Internet access, dual-line telephones, and connections for a fax machine and computer equipment.

Leave the bustle of the city behind and begin a journey to relaxation and rejuvenation.

Relax at the Spa...

The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Houston features a variety of massages, body treatments and facials to help nurture the body, melt away tension and calm the spirit.

Get whisked away to a relaxing place. The Spa features a private couple’s suite, as well as men’s and women’s locker rooms.

Before or after your treatment, enjoy our dry saunas or whirlpool, or simply take advantage of our complimentary amenities that are available for our guests.

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Vinoteca Quattro Located on the third floor, this exciting new wine bar offers a comfortable respite from the hotel’s bustling downtown location. Adjoining Quattro restaurant, Vinoteca Quattro features vivid lighting, red leather banquette seating and more than 50 feet of solid granite bar top. The restaurant’s signature floor-to-ceiling silver beads create a secluded retreat for guests.

Contact Information For more information on this incredible Houston property, visit their website at www.fourseasons.com/houston. www.thehotelguide.com

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Aldaco’s Stone Oak

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After launching the original Aldaco’s near Sunset Station and subsequently moving into the facility adjacent to the Alamodome, the restaurant has earned local, regional and national acclaim.

Appetizers with a Flare If you are looking for little bit everything then you must try “La Botana” which comes with two quesadillas al carbòn, three flautas, four fried cream jalapeños, four bean & cheese nachos,guacamole and sour cream. As you gear up for dinner, the choices range from incredi-

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Try the incomparable, Chile Relleno or their scrumptious Fish Tacos. Aldaco’s also offers a Gluten-Free and Celiac menu for their guests.

Delectable Desserts Your dining experience isn’t complete without a serving of Blanca’s famous Original Pastel Tres Leches dessert. It is sinfully delicious and melts in your mouth.

Another “dessert” that Aldaco’s is known for are their award-winning margaritas. You have to try the infamous Avacado Margarita or the Margarita Pour Off winner.

Either way, if you love these tasty treats, Aldaco’s has the answer.

Groups The restaurant also has a private dining room that holds up to 100 guests for those intimate gatherings. For more info, visit www.aldacos-stoneoak.com.

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Downtown Aquarium A Great Houston Adventure

History and Elegance.

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ucked away in the heart of downtown Houston is one of the city’s top attractions - the Downtown Aquarium.

This incredible adventure is the product of redeveloping two downtown Houston landmarks – Fire Station No. 1 and the Central Waterworks Building. This magnificent six-acre entertainment and dining complex is a 500,000-gallon aquatic wonderland, home to over 200 species of aquatic life from around the globe. With a fullservice restaurant, an upscale bar, a fully equipped ballroom, aquatic & geographic exhibits, shopping and a variety of amusements, Downtown Aquarium is a traveler’s delight.

Amusements and More There is a wealth of fun and entertaining thing to do at the Downtown Aquarium.

Hop on board the C.P. Huntington Train for a fantastic ride on the Shark Voyage.

The train takes visitors through the center of a 200,000-gallon shark tank for an up-close view of the amazing animals.

Want more? See sweeping views of the city on the Diving Bell Ferris wheel or go for a spin on the Aquatic Carousel or take a thrilling ride on the Lighthouse Dive. Feeling hot? Children love to cool off in the Dancing Fountains.

Aquarium Restaurant The restaurant offers guests an exciting, unique and upscale dining experience in a truly memorable setting. The adventure begins as you are seated around a 150,000-gallon centerpiece aquarium with excellent views of stingrays, sharks, shovelnose guitarfish and other fascinating creatures.

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scenery. The menu features a variety of seafood specialties, steaks, chicken, salads, pasta dishes and decadent desserts.

Aquarium Exhibit Adventure This is an incredible exhibit featuring things such as the Sunken Temple that shows ruins of the lost Mayan civilization and even showcases a Reticulated Python that is more than 20 feet long. Also get whisked away to such cool stops as a Shipwreck, the Rainforest, Gulf of Mexico, and the Discovery Rig. You can’t leave the exhibit without seeing the White Tigers of the Maharaja’s Temple. Truly beautiful creatures.

Dive Lounge & Nautilus Ballroom Looking for an upscale bar to unwind? Then the Dive Lounge is it. As well, the Nautilus Ballroom seats up to 450 guests or up to 600 guests in a stand-up reception. The venue also offers stunning views of the downtown skyline from the wrap-around balcony.

Contact Us For more information on pricing, advance reservations, etc....please call (713) 223-FISH or visit them at www.downtownaquarium.com. www.thehotelguide.com

Like Texas, the Crockett Hotel is well-located, independent, spacious, and comfortable, has a great history, and is friendly and personable.

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138 beautifully-appointed guest rooms Outdoor pool & landscaped fountain Complimentary continental breakfast Free Wi-Fi in guest rooms Meeting facilities on property Complete full-service spa Across from the Alamo and Rivercenter Mall “Like” us on Facebook

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Hotel Sorella

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ometimes you need to just take a step back and take it all in. That is exactly how you feel when you walk into the new Hotel Sorella at CityCentre.

Just heading to the front desk to check in you can’t help but feel overwhelmed with customer service and an impeccable array of decor.

Rooms to Make You say, “WOW” The Hotel Sorella obviously prides itself on the guest experience and completely delivers that and more. When you enter your rooms you are greeted by pristine floors, bedding and decor.

The property has 244 contemporary guestrooms, including 30 suites and yes, even a Presidential Suite for the A-List.

Each room is fitted with its own customdesigned Hotel Sorella bed - making your sleeping experience even that much more dreamy! Guests can expect goose down pillows, luxurious Egyptian cotton bed and bath linens and plush terry robes in each room.

For the business traveler or one that just needs to stay connected to the world, each room is also equipped with complimentary wireless, high-speed Internet access along with an MP3 compatible, plasma flat-screen television.

Making Your Visit an “Experience” The Hotel Sorella has a wealth of amenities on site and within the confines of the rising CityCentre. Guests can be amazed at the memorable outdoor pool that overlooks the CityCentre plaza and adjoins to “The Monnalisa”, which is a stylish bar and lounge and a must-see spot for a drink.

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ness is in your cards, the property has access to some of the finest spa and fitness facilities around.

A Place to Meet The Hotel Sorella has approximately 18,000 squarefeet of meeting space, including two private and elegant Hotel Sorella VIP Boardrooms.

With the Norris Conference Center adjoined to the hotel by a glass skywalk, the property can offer a 7,800 square-foot ballroom and a 5,200 squarefoot meeting room that features state-of-the-art lighting and sound, plus high-speed Internet access throughout.

This partnership allows for half day or full day meetings, exhibitions, weddings, receptions and other special events.

Contact Information For more information on this incredible 244-room hotel in CityCentre, call (866) 842-0100 or visit their website at www.hotelsorella.com. www.thehotelguide.com

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Embassy Suites Outdoor World

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rapevine, Texas is known for great wines, dining options, shopping, golf and even some of the state’s best hotels. You can certainly add the Embassy Suites Outdoor World to that list of accomplished area hotels.

Roomy and More...

This AAA Four Diamond, Award-Winning property is minutes from the DFW Airport and perfect for the business traveler or group and leisure traveler.

All of the spacious hotel suites contain a variety amenities that ensure that whether you’re working or relaxing, you’ll have everything you need to hand. Things such as high-speed Internet access, two televisions and two telephones with voicemail.

Guests can also choose from OnDemand® movies and video games to keep you entertained; and when you work up an appetite you can make use of the refrigerator, microwave oven, wet bar and coffee maker so you can snack or dine in your hotel suite.

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Every morning starts with the Embassy Suite’s full cooked-to-order breakfast to get your day started. Looking for lunch and dinner options, then the Sportsman’s Club Bar & Grill is certainly the answer.

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Grapevine, Texas

True Texas Charm in Grapevine

Abundance of Late Summer Fun rapevine, a one-of-a-kind destination blending historic and contemporary attractions, offers exciting activities for visitors coming from near or far. From now through Sept. 5 the city has completely filled its days and nights with an abundance of unique summer events. With four exciting, new attractions and favorites like weekly fireworks, the Grapevine Vintage Railroad, summer markets and festivals, Lake Grapevine and amazing hotel offerings, Grapevine truly is the premier summer destination of North Texas.

New Attractions...

New on-tap this summer include LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Dallas/Fort Worth, where visitors feel like they have entered a giant box of LEGO® building bricks, containing more than two million LEGO® bricks!

Learn how LEGO® bricks are made, the secrets of master LEGO® builders and enjoy interactive rides and activities.

The all new SEA LIFE Grapevine aquarium has more than 30 spectacular displays of sea animals for visitors to enjoy. The magnificent centerpiece is a tropical ocean tank with a walk-through underwater tunnel. Featuring saltwater and freshwater species, the aquarium offers unique interactive opportunities for people of all ages, including guided tours and feeding demonstrations.

The Gaylord Texan Resort boosts a brand new Paradise Springs Resort Pool and Lazy River.

Spanning more than 10 acres, this complex only for resort guests features a 600-foot lazy river and 6,000-square-foot family lagoon with walk-in beach.

Entertainment Head over to the Texas Star Dinner Theater in Historic Downtown Grapevine for a hilarious journey through the Old West. In this interactive comedy, guests might find themselves pulled into the action of this wacky production set in the 1880s. Cowboys, cattle herds, drifters, saloon girls, gamblers, and anyone wishing to make a dollar complete the fun.

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package annually. The full menu is available until 10pm and we offer a late night sandwich and appetizer menu through closing.

Also, don’t forget about the complimentary Manager’s Reception that offers cold beverages and a myriad of snacks for the entire family.

Meeting Space Looking for a great venue for your next meeting or function? Then the Embassy Suites is the answer.

This is the ideal place to meet for business meetings & social groups such as wedding receptions and family reunions. With 20,000 square- feet of meeting & event space,the property has a variety of meeting space options.

Contact Us For more information on pricing, advance reservations, etc....please call 972-724-2600 or visit them here. www.thehotelguide.com

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All summer long, the night skies overlooking Grapevine will be illuminated as Grapevine presents the Friday Night Fireworks every Friday night through Sept. 2 starting at 9:30 p.m. The music from each fireworks show can be downloaded at www.GrapevineTexasUSA.com/ Summer.

Ride the Railroad Parents -- grab the kids and giddy-up to the Grapevine Vintage Railroad this summer to experience the Great Train Robberies of North Texas. Thru Sept. 4, your little partner will be ready with boots and spurs for this Western adventure. Enjoy staged train robberies every Saturday and Sunday on the Grapevine to Fort Worth excursion.

Longing for the good ole’ days? The 5.2-acre Nash Farm near the historic downtown provides a snapshot of farming life in Grapevine more than 100 years ago. The farm is the remaining piece of the 450 acres Thomas Jefferson Nash and his family purchased starting in 1859 to grow crops and raise livestock. Stop by for special events like Dairy Days, Charlotte’s Web and Fridays on the Farm.

Grapevine Market The popular, open-air Grapevine Market also makes its seasonal return to Historic Downtown Grapevine, featuring an eclectic array of items for the home, garden and individual, and will be open every Thursday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. until October 15. For foodies and fresh produce lovers, there’s also the Farmers Market open every Thursday through Saturday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Peruse the unique displays and indulge in something special this summer!

Contact Us For additional information about Grapevine’s summer events, attractions, or hotels, please contact the Grapevine Convention & Visitors Bureau at 800-457-6338 or 817-410-3185 or visit www.GrapevineTexasUSA.com/Summer.

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Natural Bridge Caverns A True State of Attraction

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here is always something fun for everyone epitomizes your trip to Natural Bridge Caverns. This family-owned attraction is an opportunity to combine education and fun all into one magical journey.

Situated minutes from San Antonio, Texas, this state historical site has an array of things to do for everyone.

The Discovery Tour Here you can discover incredible underground chambers that are filled with spectacular formations on a guided tour along paved, lighted pathways. On your journey, expect temperatures in the Cavern to be 70 degrees with high humidity.

Illuminations Tour This unique tour combines the essence of light and dark as you explore two huge underground chambers that are dramatically illuminated by a state-ofthe-art lighting system.

On your tour, you will see some of the most rare formations found in Natural Bridge Caverns.

Experience the sensation of total darkness on this 70-minute tour.

Adventure Tours This is the perfect opportunity for all adventure-seekers out there. Guests can partake in one of two unique Adventure Tours - the Discovery Adventure Tour or the Hidden Passages Adventure Tour.

Both of these unique tours offer guests the ultimate in being real-life explorers. You get to experience the same path created by the original explorers. The paths wind across the floor of the cave and are covered with loose rocks, mud and some formations.

The tour includes walking, climbing and crawling.

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Natural Bridge Caverns provides all the necessities to enjoy this once-in-a-lifetime adventure, including all caving gear, harness, helmet, headlamp, rappelling gear, spare batteries, spare light and water.

Advance reservations are required for both Adventure Tours.

Natural Bridge Mining Company This new addition to the attraction gives guests the opportunity to pan for gems and minerals just as miners once did in their search for gold at Texas’ largest sluice.

Once guests pan for gems and minerals, they also identify their finds at one of the assay stations, or by using an identification chart.

Watchtower Challenge The new climbing tower named after the tallest formation in the Caverns, The Watchtower, stands 50 feet tall and features two climbing surfaces along with two 350-foot zip lines. The zip lines allow guests to glide from the top of the structure in a matter of seconds.

Contact Us For more information on pricing, advance reservations, etc....please call (210) 651-6101 or visit them at www.naturalbridgecaverns.com. www.thehotelguide.com

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Swept Away to Summertime

Vail, Colorado

Four-Diamond Luxury Awaits

Vail Cascade

by: Jennifer Broome, “Swept Away” he locals in Vail, Colorado say, “Winter is why we came here, but summer is why we stay.” It has everything for the adventurer, nature lover, foodie, music and dance lover, and perfect for families.

Nature Abounds On Vail Mountain take advantage of the expansive hiking and biking trail systems. You will wind through lush green forests and colorful wildflowers while seeing native wildlife and breathtaking views. Or hit the trail on horseback with a guided 45 minute trail ride through Game Creek Bowl. An accessible adventure for all ages is the Top-of-the-Mountain Tour.

It’s a jeep tour up to 11,200 feet on an 11mile loop at Eagle’s Nest that will give you incredible views of Vail’s legendary Back Bowls, the Gore Range and Mount of the Holy Cross.

Make a Memory Take a scenic ride on the Eagle Bahn Gondola for magnificent views while enjoying affordable dining at Talon’s Deck and Bistro 14 and kid-friendly activities at Adventure Ridge with pony rides, disc golf, a climbing wall, and rebound trampolines.

Enjoy a walk, run, or bike ride along the 10 mile multi-use Gore Creek on the Gore Valley Trail easily accessible through Lionshead Village. In Vail Village, the Gore Creek Stream Walk is a nice

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ail Cascade is a resort with a mountain retreat atmosphere. In summer, enjoy dining on the terrace or relaxing in the pool or hot tub while overlooking Gore Creek. In winter, you are literally just steps away from skiing or snowboarding. It is Vail’s only 4-diamond resort that is ski in, ski out with the Cascade Village Lift on-site.

Luxurious Guest Rooms With 292 luxurious guest rooms with mountain or courtyard views and over 80 condominiums and private residences, it is one of Travel + Leisure 2011 Top 500 Hotels in the World.

Delectable Dining Indulge in a trio of culinary experiences. Dine on creative American cuisine at Atwater on Gore Creek, which features locally-sourced foods. Unwind next to the fireplace while enjoying drinks and appetizers in the Fireside Bar. Or for something quick, the Cascade Village Market and Café has café items including a nice selection of wine.

Living the Good Life Get energized and rejuvenated in the Aria Spa & Club. With 78,000 square-feet, the fitness center is the largest in Vail and offers a wide variety of classes, train26

ing, and equipment. There are three indoor and three outdoor tennis courts, indoor basketball and racquetball courts, and heated outdoor swimming pool.

Children 5-12 can participate in the Cascade Kidventure and enjoy a variety of fun activities. The 10,000 square-foot award-winning Aria Spa offers over 50 treatments with 14 treatment rooms, a couple’s suite, and a spacious relaxation sanctuary.

More Information Vail Cascade is 30 minutes from Eagle Airport and 2 hours from Denver International Airport. You’ll savor every season at the Vail Cascade Resort.

For more, check out the blogs and videos on Swept Away with Jennifer Broome. www.thehotelguide.com

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way to head over to the Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater to take in a performance with the Bravo! Vail Valley Music Festival or International Dance Festival. Other summer music festivals are the Vail Jazz Festival and Vail Soul Music Festival. All of the festivals bring in nationally and internationally known performers.

Listen to nature’s music with the numerous waterfalls in the Betty Ford Alpine Gardens. At 8,250 feet, it’s the highest botanic garden in the United States with over 1,500 varieties of plants.

A True Foodie Destination From patio dining to five-star dining, Vail is a foodie destination.

Some of the best chefs in the United States have restaurants here like Bravo’s “Top Chef” competitor Kelly Liken. On many visitors dining list is Sweet Basil. It’s been a favorite of travelers and locals for over 30 years.

Or enjoy one of the best patios in Vail at La Bottega. Don’t miss out on the Vail Farmers Market and Art Show featuring Colorado farmers and artisans 10am to 3:30pm on Sundays.

From fantastic dining to outdoor adventure to family fun in breathtaking scenery, Vail definitely lives up to its tag line “Vail like nothing on earth.”

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Makena Beach & Golf Resort Celebrating 25 Years

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t completion, Makena Beach & Golf Resort will offer an affordable price point not easily available in the exclusive WaileaMakena resort area. This includes providing improved guest experiences and better values for island visitors.

Guest Rooms and Suites Phase One of Makena Beach & Golf Resort’s rooms beautification project is already underway and includes the remodeling of all 290 guest rooms and 20 suites as well as updates to public facilities and amenities. Expected to be completed by April 2012, plans for the spacious guest rooms include downto-the-bare-walls makeovers, new wall-to-wall carpeting, and granite countertops in the bathroom areas, contemporary faucets and fixtures and refinished cherry wood furnishings.

Additional new amenities include 37-inch flat screen high definition TVs, superior quality bed linens and bath towels and a new line of Tommy Bahama bath products.

Artwork reflecting Hawaii’s rich artistic heritage and other designer touches, including bed throws and plush mattresses, are being incorporated to create an ambience that epitomizes both comfort and quality.

Contemporary room décor mirrors the colors of the surrounding sand and sea environment: beige and gold tones are complimented with hues of blue, teal, and sage for a tranquil effect. Slatted wood doors are being refitted and refurbished to lend an upscale residential influence to room and suite entryways.

Lobby & Public Areas The lobby and porte cochere of the property have been transformed into an expansive, open-air “living room” for resort guests. Comfortable seating areas featuring furnishings and area rugs chosen by Landmark de28

signers from several renowned furniture houses capitalize on Maui’s island sensibilities and tropical ambience. Wi-fi internet access is available throughout the property.

Food Service and Dining New Executive Chef Marc McDowell, a certified Master Gardener, is committed to refining the dining experience at Makena. He brings a “make everything from scratch” goodness to Makena’s dining routine that is exceptionally reflected in revamped menus and dining room concepts. The popular Japanese buffet in Raku’s has been re-introduced, while garden and water feature refurbishments at Café Kiowai, the property’s all-day dining room, have restored the outdoor ambience and enhanced the dining experience. Herbs from Chef McDowell’s garden are being used daily while plans for an on-property aquaponic garden to grow fresh vegetables and raise fish are already in the works.

The new Barista 5400 coffee shop is conveniently located at the lobby entry serving homemade baked goods and a selection of Starbucks® coffees and teas.

Barista 5400 also offers smoothies fresh salads and sandwiches throughout the day.

Exterior Signage, Beautification and Security Over a quarter of a million dollars has been invested in landscape improvements to open up dramatic ocean views and vistas. The exterior of the hotel has been completely repainted and new signage installed at the entry to Makena Resort and throughout the property.

The re-landscaped Japanese garden and surrounding koi ponds capitalize on the ‘zen’ atmosphere that has been a part of Makena’s legacy since its opening 25 years ago. www.thehotelguide.com

The property’s spirit of aloha is apparent from the front entrance of the resort and extends throughout an expansive network of gardens and water features, embodying ‘the home in Hawaii’ feeling both visually and experientially. A state-of-the-art security system with controlled access and monitoring capabilities has also been installed throughout the resort.

Makena Golf Course Visually stunning yet challenging, the Robert Trent Jones-designed Makena Golf Course has been restored to tournament-quality condition with expertly manicured fairways and greens. A new fleet of Precedent Club Car electric golf carts has on-board GPS systems, improved safety features, and food and beverage ordering capabilities for quicker service at the course’s 10th Tee Snack Shop.

The Makena Pro Shop has also been remodeled and showcases popular lines of apparel, equipment and golf accessories from the country’s top manufacturers. The club’s newly renamed Café on the Green restaurant (formerly the Makena Clubhouse) offers a completely new menu for all-day dining.

Golf Director Timothy Murphy oversees Makena’s golf operations and the pursuit to reclaim its reputation as one of the best natural golf experiences in Hawaii. An added touch: cold oshibori towel service is offered to golfers at the completion of their rounds. Intra-resort shuttle service is available on a complimentary basis.

Makena Tennis Club Under Tennis Professional Frank Salvador, the Makena Tennis Club has undergone a major refurbishment in all areas, from court surfacing to pro shop apparel and equipment lines and enhanced membership programming. All six tennis courts have been upgraded and recently resurfaced with high quality Plexipave tennis court surfaces, the same professional surfaces used at the Australian and U.S. Opens. All courts now sport high quality netting systems and two courts are lit for night play, making Makena Tennis Center the only center for night-time tennis on the southeastern coast of Maui.

New landscaping capitalizes on fabulous ocean vistas and golf course views and the remodeled Pro Shop sports the latest in apparel, racquets, including the entire www.thehotelguide.com

HI line of Wilson rackets, and accessories. Makena’s tennis professionals can also re-string, re-grip, and customize the weight of racquets as part of a 24-hour guaranteed service program. Improved programming includes weekly, monthly and yearly membership opportunities, a complimentary Player Matching Program, and daily tennis clinics, including Salvador’s Saturday Workout.

Tennis players receive courtesy discounts for Makena Kai Day Spa treatments and an intra-resort shuttle service is available on a complimentary basis.

Makena Fitness Center Currently under construction, a new 2500-square-foot fitness center, overlooking the resort’s gardens and water features, will be triple the size of the present facility.

The new Fitness Center will be outfitted with state-of-theart Life Fitness, Star Trac and Free Motion equipment and be open to guests 24 hours a day. The new Fitness Center is slated for completion this Fall.

The Pool Experience Makena’s pool complex will be resurfaced and outfitted with multi-hued deck chairs, loungers and umbrellas.

The Pool Bar & Grill is also being remodeled to include brick pizza ovens, frozen yogurt machines, and outdoor grill areas. Menus have been modernized to reflect new trends in outdoor dining and nearby shuffle board courts and ping pong tables are ready for play. A new beach activity program will maximize the numerous recreational opportunities at Maluaka Beach.

Weddings, Meetings and Conference Services Makena Beach & Golf Resort’s commitment to “green meetings” is lowering the environmental impact of special events held on property. New packages, group incentives, and event venues are being developed to offer affordability and versatility for groups and events of all sizes. The re-landscaping of the resort’s gardens has opened view channels and created new locations for weddings and ceremonies while fresh, inspired menus and improved service standards are already elevating levels of guest satisfaction.

Contact Us For more information on the Makena Beach & Golf Resort, and for reservations, call 800-321-MAUI (6284), or 808-874-1111, or visit www.makenaresortmaui.com.

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Luxe Sunset Boulevard

Luxe Rodeo Drive Hotel

A Los Angeles Treasure

Crown Jewel of Beverly Hills

he flagship of the Luxe Hotels brand, the Luxe Rodeo Drive Hotel boasts the distinction of being the only hotel located on the world-famous street, often referred to worldwide as the “Walk of Style,” with its world-class designer boutiques and the glamour of Beverly Hills.

City of Angels Within Reach Because of its prime location, as well as its proximity to Hollywood and classic Los Angeles attractions, it is often the hotel of choice among both the locals and traveling guests seeking a glamorous backdrop for virtually any celebratory event.

Celeb-Worthy Makeover Set amongst couture fashion houses and restaurants featuring world-class cuisine from famed chefs, the hotel recently underwent a multi-million-dollar re-design and showcases the signature style of interior designer Vicente Wolf. It conveys a luxurious minimalist ambiance, yet is filled with elegant appointments including original artworks, oversized mirrors and fine furnishings.

The decidedly boutique property boasts 86 guestrooms and suites designed to convey a stylish blend of the relaxed Southern California spirit and the elegance of Beverly Hills.

California Cuisine Although choices of dining in Beverly Hills are seemingly limitless, the onsite restaurant, Café Rodeo, affords guests and locals a convenient place to dine and savor a globally infused menu of fresh California ingredients and specialties, created by head chef James

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ocated where Bel Air meets Brentwood, the Luxe Sunset Boulevard Hotel offers guests a quiet urban enclave in the heart of one of the most stylish areas of Los Angeles.

Striking distance from the famed Getty Center, Bel Air, Hollywood and Southern California beaches, the property’s sevenacre spread serves as an ideal “home base” for those wishing to partake in the quintessential Los Angeles experience and its world-class entertainment culture and exotic “buffet” of fine dining.

Ways to Spread Out The Luxe Sunset Boulevard Hotel is hallmarked by personalized service to the individual needs of each guest. Its 160 guestrooms and suites boast spacious layouts, up to 45% larger than the national average for standard accommodations.

The property’s expansive 4,500 square foot ballroom is ideal for larger business events.

The space that is also often sought out as well by local residents for special occasions and events. The outdoor heated pool with its spacious deck, all nestled in a hillside in the shadows of famed Getty Center, provides in and of itself, another

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Meetings with a Glamorous Twist The hotel’s wrap-around deck connected to its penthouse suite is the only rooftop available to the public on Rodeo Drive. The penthouse deck accommodates up to 150 guests and is a popular choice for social receptions and celebrations, as well as for business meetings. For smaller business meetings, guests have the option of meeting in the boardroom, located on the mezzanine level. The hotel also offers complimentary hi-speed Wi-Fi throughout the premises, including in the business center and all guestrooms.

Contact Us For more information on staying or hosting your next event at Luxe Rodeo Drive Hotel, visit LuxeRodeo.com or call (310) 273-0300. www.thehotelguide.com

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quiet respite in the second largest city in the USA. Do What the Locals Do The hotel is as much a part of the local community as it is a luxury destination for worldwide travelers, hosting community events and daily happy hours that are favored by locals. The onsite restaurant, OnSunset, is also often filled with a mix of local residents and hotel guests, all of whom relish the fresh California cuisine and Sunday Jazz Brunch.

The Amenities Luxe Sunset Boulevard Hotel is a haven of peace and quiet. Guests can enjoy the newly opened Luxe Hotels Sanctuary Spa offers a fullservice Zen-inspired spa, onsite tennis court with group or private lessons available, a fitness suite and outdoor heated swimming pool.

Our Hotel is Your Office Recognizing that Los Angeles is a core hub for international business travelers, professionals staying at the Luxe Sunset Boulevard Hotel can continue their work seamlessly from the hotel’s de facto “home office,” which offers complimentary hi-speed Wi-Fi throughout the premises, a business center, as well as meeting rooms and special event venues of varying sizes.

Contact Info For more information on staying or hosting your next event at Luxe Rodeo Drive Hotel, visit LuxeSunset.com or call (310) 476-6571.

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L’Auberge de Sedona

Eco-Chic Shore Hotel

Immaculate and Inspiring

ocated on 11 acres of lush, forested grounds, and surrounded by the renowned Red Rocks of Sedona, L’Auberge de Sedona is pleased to announce the completion of a spectacular $25 million transformation.

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With the addition of several new cottages, a redesigned spa, a new restaurant and a new guest arrival facility, L’Auberge de Sedona has maintained its close connection to the natural elements in the area, while adding several new layers of sophistication and luxury. The transformed property was recently named the “Most Romantic Hotel in Arizona,” by the Arizona Republic, and listed on Condé Nast Traveler’s Gold List as one of the “World’s Best Places to Stay,” and also as a Top 500 hotel by Travel + Leisure.

New Spa Suites In addition to the existing Creekside Cottages, Garden Cottages and the Lodge, 11 new Spa Cottages and Suites and 18 new Vista Cottages and Suites have been built from the ground up. All Creekside, Garden and Spa Cottages provide 1,200-square-feet of indoor/ outdoor living space with large outdoor decks that afford splendid views of the lushly landscaped ground, mature foliage and ancient trees.

Five-star bathrooms with deep soaking or Jacuzzi tubs, fireplaces and Queen or King sized beds with down bedding and Fili d’Oro Italian lines are some of the enhanced amenities in the Spa Cottages. All of L’Auberge’s Cottages have private al fresco showers to enhance the outdoor experience. The elegantly remodeled Lodge rooms include new furnishings, fine Italian linens and private patios or balconies, depending on the location.

18 new Vista Cottages The resort’s 18 new Vista Cottages boast floorto-ceiling windows with an unobstructed 180-degree panoramic view of the celebrated Red Rock formations that Sedona is famous for. These elevated Vista Cottages, which also overlook Oak Creek, include contemporary furnishings, a gas fireplace, large bathrooms with Jacuzzi tubs for two, outdoor open air 32

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Hits Santa Monica in October pening this October on Ocean Avenue in Santa Monica, just steps from the Santa Monica Pier, 3rd Street Promenade, and the city’s popular beaches and shopping districts,Shore Hotel is the newest addition to the coastline—a Silver LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) standard property that offers eco-friendly accommodations with stunning views of the Pacific Ocean.

Stylish Design Independently owned and operated by the Farzam family, Gensler Architecture conceived the Shore Hotel’s California modern design, which features 164 stylishly appointed rooms dressed in beach shades of teal and orange and outfitted with custom-made Teak wood furniture.

Shore Hotel further extends elements of the surrounding beachside environment indoors—from the cream-colored sandstone walls in the lobby to the airy, open floor plan of its reception area, with glass walls looking out at the ocean and native vegetation planted throughout.

Tons of Amenities The open-air, U-shaped design of the main hotel building nestles an outdoor pool and patio, which are situated under a distinctive, steel-trestle roof. The main building also boasts a unique, three-tier sky bridge that connects it to a second collection of rooms that afford the same great views of the Pacific.

Amenities on property will include two dining establishments, a fitness center, state-of-the-art meeting and special event spaces, a four-story underground parking lot with an additional 150 public parking spaces, and superb access to year-round leisure activities in Santa Monica, as well as the city’s beaches. The hotel also welcomes passersby with a unique public-use space that blurs the line between the sidewalk and hotel entrance and includes park benches for pedestrians looking for a respite.

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showers and expansive decks with which to take in the spectacular view.

“It was important to us to maintain the integrity and tranquility of Oak Creek during our growth phase,” said Jesse Alexander, General Manager of L’Auberge de Sedona. “With our new Cottages, renovated spa and outstanding dining options, L’Auberge de Sedona can now provide the ultimate luxury resort experience.”

Award-Winning Dining The award-winning Four-Diamond L’Auberge Restaurant on Oak Creek remains spectacularly perched alongside Oak Creek, among the shady trees and indigenous plants and flowers. The Veranda, the newly unveiled outdoor wine bar, houses L’Auberge’s elaborate wine program which has been recognized by Wine Spectator, and provides another romantic dining venue on property.

Relax at the Spa The Spa at L’Auberge, featuring four treatment rooms, is an intimate space to experience relaxing, rejuvenating and reharmonizing treatments. Using only the purest plant-based essential oils and natural ingredients, treatments range from Deep Cleansing and Detoxing Facials, Aromatic Stone and Holistic Massage and Body Treatments using Essential Oils, Moor Mud and Lavender. Massages can also be experienced in a private, creekside cabana or in-room.

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“Green Concierge” To enhance the guest’s experience, and promote sustainable travel, Shore Hotel has created the “Green Concierge,” an electronic compendium allowing guests to have access to a myriad of eco-friendly activities, including sustainable shopping, dining, and transportation options that are conveniently located within the vicinity of the hotel.

LEED Certified The Shore Hotel’s extensive green building initiatives have achieved the U.S. Green Building Council LEED Silver Registration level, leaving it just one point away from Gold. Upon completion of construction, if awarded LEED Gold Certification, the Shore Hotel will be the only property in the city of Santa Monica with this elite status.

In addition to energy conservation measures, the Farzam family also incorporated a wide array of watersaving features, which include a storm-water management plan that captures and treats storm-water runoff, the use of native plants in landscaping, and installing high-efficiency toilets and low-flow showerheads.

Conservation throughout The Farzams took many other actions on the sustainability front when it came to design of the hotel’s common spaces and guest rooms. Lobby chairs are upholstered with 100% pre-consumer recycled polyester.

Guest room carpet is manufactured with Eco Solution Q Nylon, which contains a minimum of 25% recycled content.

Project Stone’s ecoQuartz bath vanity and desktops for the guest rooms contain ecologically safe solvents and adhesives. Shore Hotel will also initiate rigorous green housekeeping policies—reducing guest and staff exposure to potentially hazardous chemical contaminants that adversely impact air quality and occupant well-being. Besides improving the environment, the hotel plans to support the local community by creating 60 permanent jobs and even employee incentives to carpool or bicycle to work so they can reduce their own carbon footprints.

Info: www.shorehotel.com.

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Team Cocktail

Escape to Sin City

by: Lyndsey Huggins

o say we love Las Vegas would be an understatement. With Vegas being an easy (& cheap) place to travel to, it’s made it our #1 travel destination to meet up with family & friends. Between great shows, restaurants, hotels, pools & bars, you can always find something to see, do or drink. We thought the best way to share our many Las Vegas experiences with you guys would be to give you the best budget friendly, moderate & splurge hotels to help you decide how you want to do Vegas.

Splurge - Wynn/Encore The past few years we have stayed at the Wynn & Encore during our annual July trip to Vegas. The secret to staying here without splurging too much is by booking the hotel in a package with your flight through your airline. If you live in a smaller market we have found success booking the Wynn at unbelievably low rates through Allegiant Air’s vacation packages. It’s the best of both worlds...you get a 5 star resort at a 3 star price!

Trust us it is nothing short of a 5 star resort. From the luxurious rooms, to the amazing pool, to the extremely attentive staff, to the restaurants...everything is top notch. We highly suggest if you’re going to splurge, spend a few extra bucks (around $400) to get a table in the water at the European pool. You can feel like a celebrity for an afternoon, and stay in the water while enjoying some refreshing cocktails!

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SW Steakhouse - Whenever we go to Las Vegas, whether we stay at the Wynn or not, we always try to make it over to SW Steakhouse. It gets its name from

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Well he can because this steakhouse ranks as our #1 in Las Vegas! We recommend ordering the Bone-on Filet (if available), the Maine Lobster Mac & Cheese on the side and a martini. Mmmm...my mouth is watering.

Moderate - Mandalay Bay Ahhh...Mandalay Bay. This is one of our favorite places to stay during the summer. It has an amazing pool with a sand beach, lazy river, and a huge wave pool. For a moderate price you are getting an oversize room (550 square feet) and all the great amenities you would expect from an awesome resort. Great restaurants, entertainment, and gaming area. Make sure to stop by the Red Square for a martini and an order of Siberian nachos before you head out for the night!

Budget Friendly - Luxor If you are looking for a budget friendly hotel with a great casino floor than this is the place for you. Typical rates run around $60/night for their standard pyramid rooms. Their rooms aren’t anything special, so as long as you know this coming in you will have a great time.

Plus it’s Vegas are you really going to be in your hotel room that much anyway? I didn’t think so! It also has a great location as it is attached to Mandalay Bay, so you can walk right to it without ever going out into the blistering Las Vegas heat!

No matter what hotel/resort you choose Vegas is always a good time. As we like to say, if you can’t have fun in Vegas it’s your own damn fault! So roll the dice, take a trip to Vegas, and don’t forget...put it all on red and let it roll!

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