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By Zeke Quezada, About.com Guide to Las Vegas Travel since 2003

The Vegas Strip Dog at Pink's Hot Dogs Las Vegas

Monday November 16, 2009

Pinks Hot Dogs

I know what you are thinking. I do. You are saying to yourself, "I wish I was in Las Vegas and able to enjoy such a masterpiece." You are craving a hot dog that packs so much flavor that you instantly believe you can have two more. The Vegas Strip Dog at Pink's Hot Dogs at the Planet Hollywood is that hot dog. It's calling your name and there is very little you can do about it.

Pink's Hot Dogs is a Los Angeles hot dog joint that has opened up shop at the Planet Hollywood Hotel right on the Las Vegas Strip. While you won't run into Vince Vaughn or Scarlett Johansson at Pink's Las Vegas you will get to indulge your arteries with some of the best calorie laden dogs anywhere.

You get choices from a simple naked dog (boring) to a Poli Bacon Burrito Dog (defibrillator needed). Pastrami on a dog, chili on a dog, guacamole on a dog, you name it, they will most likely top your hot dog with it. If you love good junk food that makes you smile, Pink's is where you will find your pleasure. On a diet? Don't show up.

Love tasty, inexpensive, fast food with a great view of the Las Vegas strip? Pink's Hot Dogs at the Planet Hollywood will satisfy you.

Photograph © 2009 Zeke Quezada, licensed to About.com, Inc

Explore Las Vegas at the Springs Preserve

Sunday November 15, 2009
Springs Preserve

Get a good look at what Las Vegas looked like and where it is headed in an incredible display of environmentally friendly exhibits and attractions. The Springs Preserve is a museum, a garden a learning center and so much more. You will be impressed by the amount of activities available to yourself and your children at the Springs Preserve. If you are looking for attractions for your children in Las Vegas the Springs preserve should be at the top of your list.

See Pictures of the Springs Preserve

What will the family do in Las Vegas?

Photograph © 2009 Zeke Quezada, licensed to About.com, Inc

Why You Should Choose Wynn Las Vegas

Saturday November 14, 2009

Wynn at Night

Vacations should be about allowing you to get away from all the trapping of every day life. At Wynn Las Vegas you can easily find yourself transported to the destination of your dreams. Elegant, luxurious and incredibly inviting the Wynn Las Vegas invokes a feeling of exuberance and calm at the same time. Gone are the pretentious door people replaced by welcoming faces and a commitment to customer service. What is it that you desire in a Las Vegas vacation? I bet you they have it at Wynn Las Vegas.

Check into the hotel and stay awhile, have a meal at Red 8 or SW Steak house, indulge in relaxation at The Spa at Wynn Las Vegas. See a show, Le Reve will dazzle you in the style of Cirque Du Soleil with a bit of a Steve Wynn twist. As you step out of the showroom head over to Blush and end the night over a drink at the Boutique nightclub that gives you the VIP feeling the moment you walk in the door.

Check Room Rates at Wynn Las Vegas

Photograph © 2009 Zeke Quezada, licensed to About.com, Inc

Experience Andre's at the Monte Carlo Las Vegas

Friday November 13, 2009

Andre's at Monte Carlo

Looking for the right place to have the romantic, adult dinner that you feel you deserve? The place where you can reminisce about the days before children, when a wine list would compel you to try two bottles, when the idea of sharing a meal was done as an enticing feature of the evening. Andre's at the Monte Carlo is where you need to be to recapture that feeling.

With the choices in Las Vegas on an ever growing list there are only a few places where you can have that truly elegant meal. At Andre's the level of service is beyond compare, the food is exceptional and the atmosphere is pure fine dining.

We grow up to have moments like these and Andre's can make any evening special.

Photograph © 2009 Zeke Quezada, licensed to About.com, Inc

Solve the Crime at CSI:The Experience at the MGM Grand Hotel Las Vegas

Thursday November 12, 2009

CSI:Experience

You walk up to the crime scene, you spot some evidence, you catalog it in your memory, and you try to make sense of what transpired in this alley in Las Vegas. You are a forensic investigator at CSI:Las Vegas. The MGM Grand is giving you the opportunity to work alongside CSI Lead Investigator, Gil Grissom and do your best to solve a crime at CSI:The Experience at the MGM Grand Hotel Las Vegas.

CSI:The Experience is an interactive attraction that takes you through the process to solve a crime with you as the person in charge. Use real science, street smarts and your fine tuned ability to observe the not so obvious and crack the case at the MGM Grand Las Vegas.

CSI:The Experience is open daily from 10AM - 10PM and is located in the Studio Walk at the MGM Grand Hotel and Casino Las Vegas. Admission is Adult (Age 12+): $30.00, Child (Age 4-11): $23.00.

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Elvis is Coming to Las Vegas!

Wednesday November 11, 2009

LV Sign Night

Elvis is coming back to Las Vegas at CityCenter. "Viva Elvis" the new show by Cirque Du Soleil will be opening at ARIA Resort at CityCenter in December and the anticipation of a show that celebrates the music of the King is exactly what the Las Vegas strip needs. The thrilling acrobatics of Cirque Du Soleil and the music of Elvis Presley make for the perfect Las Vegas combination. Viva Elvis!

If you need to find out what is happening this week or next week in Las Vegas check the weekly guide to what is happening in Las Vegas. Find a show or a headliner in time to buy tickets. If you need info on other shows make sure to check the guide to Las Vegas shows. If it's happening in Las Vegas you should find it here.

Read some Las Vegas show reviews right here or write your own review of a Las Vegas Show.

Do you need a room in Las Vegas? Check Las Vegas room rates
right here!

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Photograph © 2009 Zeke Quezada, licensed to About.com, Inc

The L'Unique Menu at L'Atelier de Joel Robuchon

Tuesday November 10, 2009

L'Atelier

You really want to sample some of the finest cuisine Las Vegas has to offer but you are hampered by the tiny budget you seem to have every time you visit Las Vegas, right? What you need is L'Atelier de Joel Robuchon at the MGM Grand Las Vegas. You'll not only be fascinated by the magic of the flavors, you'll be impressed with the preparation and you'll be shocked by the price when you try the L'Unique menu.

The L'Unique menu at L'Atelier de Joel Robuchon is precisely what we need. Some decisions are made for us and we pay a small price. A three course meal that will give you a clear picture of what exactly it is you've been missing when it comes to fine dining. The menu changes weekly but you'll be sure to get some delicatable choices.

Possible appetizers might include:

  • Le Crabe Royal - King crab on top of a spicy semolina salad
  • La Dorade - Snapper tartar layered with crispy potatoes
  • L'Avocat - Avocado guacamole with white asparagus and tomato coulis

Possible main dish might be:

  • L'Osso Bucco - Braised veal shank and mashed potato
  • Le Boeuf - Beef carpaccio with arugula and shave parmessan
  • Le Fletan - Halibut seared with curry oil, fennel cream

Possible Desserts:

  • Le Chocolat - Coffee brule'e and chocolate rice souffle'
  • Le Beignet - Beignet filled with a rasberry coulis
  • Le Crumble - Berry crumble

I list the possibilities and my mouth waters at the thought of sitting at the counter and watching as my food is prepared and enjoying sights, sounds and aromas of the busy kitchen. Do yourself a favor and walk in and live a little at L'Atelier de Joel Robuchon.

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Photograph © 2009 Zeke Quezada, licensed to About.com, Inc

Is Encore Las Vegas For You?

Monday November 9, 2009
Encore Las Vegas You are going to be looking for a hotel in Las Vegas and you'll be trying to rationalize paying less and hoping to get more. You'll compare prices and pictures and locations and soon find that you are very much confused and excited about your Las Vegas vacation. Let me help you make the decision, consider your needs, consider where you want to be while on vacation and then consider how you want to feel when you get back home.

After you think about it, you'll come to the conclusion that you want the very best possible option and then you'll begin to consider the Encore Las Vegas. Before you get excited, let me warn you, it's not cheap, however, you will get your money's worth. You will feel special and you definitely will leave so very happy. Pay the extra $50 per night and you get incredible accommodations, the very best customer service and a Las Vegas vacation that is simple casual elegance.

So what are you waiting for? Are you still considering that place with the crusty carpet and the dirty ducks that offers a free buffet with your stay? Remember, in Las Vegas you get what you pay for. What is it that you want?

Planning a trip to Vegas? This is what you need:

You are set, now start planning!

Photograph © 2009 Zeke Quezada, licensed to About.com, Inc

Craving Las Vegas, The Food You Need to Have on the Las Vegas Strip

Sunday November 8, 2009

Dos Caminos

If you need a reason to eat in Las Vegas I can give you one. I constantly crave food and these are five dishes that you must consider when in Las Vegas. If you love to eat you will crave Las Vegas. I have no problem indulging, there is no shame in eating a little too much and i rarely leave my seat if there is still plenty of great food on the table.

From decadent desserts to lavish presentations I crave food in Las Vegas everyday and I try my best to eat everywhere. Go ahead, ask the question, "How do I still look so good?" I am genetically predisposed to eat as much as I want and my weight will be kept in check as long as I do not crave speedo swimsuits and a washboard stomach. That is a perfect trade off to being able to eat a lot of great food in Las Vegas.

So what am I craving? Currently these five restaurants are swirling around in my dreams.

  • Dos Caminos at the Palazzo Las Vegas - Chips and Guacamole with a beer are really all I would need but how can I pass up on the carnitas tacos?
  • Serendipity 3 at Caesars Palace - This is the place where the calorie counting goes out the window. The portions are huge and the meals are decadent. This is the type of place you search for when you are on vacation.
  • L'Atelier de Joel Robuchon - The L'Unique Menu at Le A'telier at the MGM Grand is where yo go when you want to indulge but you would hope to be a little more classy while doing it. You'll probably have a little too much wine so prepare yourself.
  • Breakfast at Mon Ami Gabi at Paris Las Vegas - I never get tired of people watching in Las Vega and the patio at Mon Ami Gabi is one of the best places to do it. A cup of coffee and a pastry and I can waste away my morning enjoying the free Las Vegas Show.
  • Wazuzu at Encore Las Vegas - I cannot say anymore good things about Wazuzu before they start linking me romantically with a server there. I cannot even take my wife to Wazuzu because she would instantly love me less because I could never create a dish that does so much for your eating experience. This is the place I could easily have everyday.

Need a Deal to Vegas? Compare Prices on Las Vegas Hotels with Kayak.com, Expedia.com or Southwest Airlines Vacations. They should give you a good idea of what you can expect to spend on a Las Vegas vacation.

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Photograph © 2009 Zeke Quezada, licensed to About.com, Inc

Take a Picture Tour of Las Vegas

Saturday November 7, 2009

welcome

With so much to see in Las Vegas planning a trip can be a little overwhelming. You get lost in the details of what you will eat, where you will drink, and how long can you dance before your legs give out. Take a virtual tour of Las Vegas in pictures to give you some motivation and to help you decide on what important attractions are a must and which are perfect for your next trip.

Things you should consider taking a look at in Las Vegas:

Looking for tickets to a show in Las Vegas? Try Best of Vegas and compare prices on shows in Las Vegas before you get into town.

Photograph © 2009 Zeke Quezada, licensed to About.com, Inc

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