Thursday January 7, 2010
I cannot even begin to tell you how much I despise shaving. The truth is I am not a fan of haircuts either, so it would make sense that I would look to a professional to do it right however at The Art of Shaving at Mandalay Place I am transformed. I'm an average guy, who just happens to not enjoy the simple things like personal grooming. Don't get me wrong, I'm fine with a shower and a quick brush through the hair, but if you try to get some kind of "product" in my hair I'm going to protest.
Sue Russel, Master Barber at the Art of Shaving, is an artist. I leave there and I can't believe how good I look. I stop in for a quick drink at Minus 5 and the women are checking me out and ask if I want to take a picture with them. I walk over to the sports book and the guys are taking an extra glance my way.
Treat yourself to the best shave of your life with a simple four step process. Prepare, lather up, shave and moisturize. When they are done with you you will not believe how good your skin can feel.
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Wednesday January 6, 2010
If you love the music, you'll love the show, the Jersey Boys perform at the Palazzo Las Vegas and is a fan favorite. Entertainment at the Palazzo Las Vegas is fueled by the ever popular, Broadway hit, Jersey Boys, as well the shows at its sister property, The Venetian, The Blue Man Group and Phantom, The Las Vegas Spectacular.
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Tuesday January 5, 2010
I have a tendency to enjoy a drink or two. I won't lie, the Las Vegas strip is the perfect place for a guy like me. Food, drinks and music, really how much more do we need to be happy? Well, at
Cabo Wabo Cantina at the Planet Hollywood you'll get that and a bit more. Sit out on the deck and indulge in exactly what you need while in Las Vegas. As Las Vegas walks by and the skyline transforms itself right before your eyes have a Waborita sing out loud to music that you forgot you knew the words to and get a little of that Cabo Wabo feeling.
Here is the deal, this isn't the the bar in Cabo San Lucas that you might have stopped in. That's a good thing because if you have ever left that place as they close up shop there were few alternatives after the night ended. In Las Vegas the action goes late into the evening and your options for debauchery are limitless.
So order a Waborita, yes, you need the salt on the rim, that is the bell that tells you the party is about to begin. Grab the appetizer sampler, this way you can take your time snacking as you indulge in a few adult beverages to help you ease in to the Cabo Wabo mindset. If you want that Mexico feeling you might have to go with the Fish tacos but I think the rock shrimp tacos do a better job of transporting you to a marina bar in Cabo. You ready for some Tequila?
Get ready.
Scream it loud, "Mas Tequila!". Don't worry you're in Las Vegas, they won't throw you out. They'll get you some tequila.
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Monday January 4, 2010
If you want the best Las Vegas breakfast you'll have to hit the the Omelet House but it looks like the Plaza Location in Downtown is gone. Ugh, so you'll have to hit one of the other 3 locations in town. This is the Las Vegas restaurant that locals and visitors alike all agree is the best. The Omelet House is consistently voted the best breakfast in Las Vegas and the reason is simple: The food is fabulous and the price is right. The portions are huge and the prices are low, what else can you ask for?
If you wake up early enough for breakfast after a long night at the nightclubs and the tables you want a decent meal, right? You walk down to the hotel coffee shop and the line is way too long and your body really craves coffee. My solution is right on the strip. Denny's?
Yes, it sounds nuts but recently I have found that walking over to Denny's either at the Casino Royale or near the Riviera is a much better bet for breakfast. It does not cost as much and the wait is much less than at the coffee shop. If you have your children with you they offer a special menu for kids and if you find a few coupons in the magazines in your room it is dirt cheap.
If you don't consider price a part of the equation the only real choice is Thomas Keller's Bouchon at the Venetian Las Vegas. Yes it will cost you, I recently left their with a $25 bill for breakfast and I was eating alone. However, the breakfast was superior to any other on the Las Vegas strip, the service was extremely attentive and the atmosphere is a subdued elegance. If you can have a romantic breakfast Bouchon at the Venetian Hotel is where you'll be having it.
Other Las Vegas breakfast options?
- Mon Ami Gabi at Paris - Sitting right on the Las Vegas strip having coffee and a croissant cannot be any better. You are going to be so impressed with their breakfast menu.
- The Peppermill Fireside Lounge and Coffee shop - Better than Denny's, a bit more expensive and a lot of Vegas flair.
- Kahunaville at the TI - Service is a bit slow, but you can get a table quickly and the food is good if not a little overpriced.
- Buchon at the Venetian - You want the best breakfast on the strip? If money matters little to you then Buchon is where you should be.
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