http://www.las-vegas-vacation-specials.com Las Vegas Hotels, Shopping, Dining & Attractions Mon, 29 Sep 2008 22:23:20 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en This hotel is a little more calm when compared to other hotel casinos.  This hotel located just off the Vegas strip is a very good buy for it's location and comfort. Many would say this is a step above a Holiday Inn.  There is nothing that will wow you here except ... http://www.las-vegas-vacation-specials.com/2008/09/29/monte-carlo-resort-casino/ If you are looking to buy a nice piece of jewelry like a tennis bracelet, necklace or diamond ring this is the place to do it.  De Beers is located at the Forum Shops at Caesars Palace. If you are looking for a nice diamond this is the place to get ... http://www.las-vegas-vacation-specials.com/2008/09/18/de-beers/ This Las Vegas hotel and spa is about 10 miles from the Vegas strip.  This hotel has LCD TVs in the bathrooms, martini bars, a very nice pool with great fountains, private cabanas and swim up gambling. This resort has 9 restaurants and a hip nightclub by Cherry Rande Gerber.  This ... http://www.las-vegas-vacation-specials.com/2008/09/11/red-rock-casino-and-spa/ This oldie but goodie strip club is free to enter.  Most strip clubs have a cover charge but this one located on Main street downtown Las Vegas is free to look.  The drinks are expensive and the girls and show are relatively clean.  No hard core stripping in this place ... http://www.las-vegas-vacation-specials.com/2008/07/22/girls-of-glitter-gulch/ This steakhouse located at the Wynn casino is one word "Swanky" maybe that is what the SW stands for.  This steakhouse has great food a great wine list and exceptional views.  Not the most trendy place to be but good service makes up for it.  Go early because this place ... http://www.las-vegas-vacation-specials.com/2008/05/01/sw-steakhouse/ Kate Spade is located at the Forum Shops at Caesars Palace. This is a hip and trendy shop that is loved by accessory junkies. This NYC designer shop is expensive so expect to drop about $300 for a handbag. The staff is helpful and they do ... http://www.las-vegas-vacation-specials.com/2008/04/20/99/ The MGM Grand Hotel in Las Vegas is located at the end of the monorail system on the south side of the Vegas strip.  The Grand is one of the largest hotels in the world with over 5000 rooms.  The MGM Grand is one of those hotels you could stay ... http://www.las-vegas-vacation-specials.com/2008/03/17/mgm-grand-hotel/  The Marriott Las Vegas Suites is a great place to vacation if you are not looking to gamble or take in the Vegas strip.  This Marriott is located just enough off the strip to allow for a nice and quite stay with little to no stimulation from lights and slots.  ... http://www.las-vegas-vacation-specials.com/2008/03/12/marriot-las-vegas-suites/  The Mandalay Bay Resort in Vegas is a good place to vacation for the younger crowd.  Many younger couples stay here and for good reason.  The Mandalay Bay is just about all you need in one place.  Not located in the middle of the Vegas strip like many of the ... http://www.las-vegas-vacation-specials.com/2008/03/10/mandalay-bay-resort/  This great resort is located just 30 minutes from the Vegas strip.  Some say it is the best place to vacation in Vegas because of the reasonable prices and its distance from Sin City.  When you are here it is more of a vacation and it shows with their two ... http://www.las-vegas-vacation-specials.com/2008/03/08/loews-lake-las-vegas-resort/  Hugo Boss in Las Vegas is located at the Forum Shops at Caesars Palace.  The name basically says it all for this German mens store.  Shirts, shoes, pants and coats is what you fill find at this fine clothing establishment.  We walked through and the employees seemed helpful but a ... http://www.las-vegas-vacation-specials.com/2008/03/06/boss-hugo-boss/ Shanghai Lilly is located at the Manadalay Bay Hotel and Casino on the Las Vegas strip. This restaurant is a little pricey but it is well worth it if you like Chinese food. They offer up Cantonese and Szechuan dishes with the best ingredients and spices. The ... http://www.las-vegas-vacation-specials.com/2008/03/05/shanghai-lilly/  The JW Marriott Resort is located quite a bit away from the Vegas strip.  With that in mind this is a very nice resort and spa to stay at.  Great rooms, golf coarse, very nice grounds, great spa and fabulous pool.  This resort has 471 rooms and 77 suites so ... http://www.las-vegas-vacation-specials.com/2008/03/04/jw-marriott-resort-spa/ Rain is located just west of the Vegas strip at the Palms.  This multi tiered club is hip and trendy.  The offer VIP boxes as well as pyro effects, fog and water.  The crowds to this place can be a bit much for what you be but it doesn't stop ... http://www.las-vegas-vacation-specials.com/2008/03/03/rain-nightclub/ Studio 54 is located at the MGM Grand Hotel and Casino on the Las Vegas strip. It is a "Disco" bar and it shows. Music from the 70's and 80's is all you will hear in this boogie woogie bar. Acrobats and Go-Go Dancers will keep you ... http://www.las-vegas-vacation-specials.com/2008/02/28/studio-54/  This fantastic Mexican restaurant is located at the MGM Grand hotel and casino.  They have very good "authentic" Mexican food (well not as authentic as my wives) but good non the less.  Oh and if tequila is your poison they have over 100 varieties.  Kind of reminds of me being ... http://www.las-vegas-vacation-specials.com/2008/02/27/diego/  The Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas isn't located on the strip but instead across the street from the University of Nevada Las Vegas campus.  They have well over 500 rooms so getting a place to stay for the night isn't that bad unless there is a big ... http://www.las-vegas-vacation-specials.com/2008/02/26/hard-rock-hotel-casino/  Roxy's Diner is located at the Stratosphere on the Las Vegas strip.  This throw back from the 50's is fun for the entire family.  The waiters and waitresses sing and dance so it is very entertaining.  The food isn't be best but that is ok because you don't have to ... http://www.las-vegas-vacation-specials.com/2008/02/25/roxys-diner/ Some consider this the best place to play golf in Las Vegas.  It is located on the west side of town and is usually pretty crowed so make sure and call ahead for tee times.  Fun and challenging this course has beautiful views and a great staff that will cater ... http://www.las-vegas-vacation-specials.com/2008/02/23/angel-park-golf-course/ http://www.las-vegas-vacation-specials.com/2008/02/22/las-vegas-strip-photos/ Located at the Treasure Island lounge on the Vegas strip this is a great place to stop in for a frozen drink on those hot Nevada days.  Sit at the bar and play some video poker at this laid back and easy going watering hole.  Tropical decor and great service ... http://www.las-vegas-vacation-specials.com/2008/02/22/breeze-bar/ Spago is located inside Caesars Palace Hotel & Casino. This restaurant is made famous by the chef Wolfgang Puck. This place is always packed and the prices are crazy expensive. We have never eaten at Spago but from what we hear it is overrated and past ... http://www.las-vegas-vacation-specials.com/2008/02/21/spago/ What can I say...this chapel has it all.  World famous for such wedding as Bruce Willis/Demi Moore and Sinatra/Mia Farrow and at least a couple of Britney's marriages.  This classic Vegas attraction is home to five different settings for tying the knot.  It's located just north for the Vegas strip ... http://www.las-vegas-vacation-specials.com/2008/02/20/a-little-white-wedding-chapel/ If you are hung over and want to get out of Vegas for breakfast this is the place to go. Festival Buffet is located at the Fiesta Rancho Hotel in Henderson. This low cost, all you can shove down your throat buffet is a very good stop ... http://www.las-vegas-vacation-specials.com/2008/02/20/festival-buffet/  The Green Valley Ranch is located in Henderson which is just south of the Las Vegas strip.  It is a nice place to get away from the neon and noise of the strip.  They have great restaurants, comfortable beds, shopping a pool and many open areas to enjoy.  If you ... http://www.las-vegas-vacation-specials.com/2008/02/19/green-valley-ranch-resort-spa/ This classic downtown Las Vegas hotel and casino is owned and operated by the seafood restaurant Landry's.  The Golden Nugget has gone through some much needed renovations and is now quite modern and nice.  At this hotel you will find a spa, salon, fitness rooms, very nice pool and Don ... http://www.las-vegas-vacation-specials.com/2008/02/18/golden-nugget-hotel/ The Four Seasons in Las Vegas is a rare casino free hotel and resort. This lavish hotel will cater to your every need. With private lobby, newly renovated rooms and eateries that are among the best in Vegas this beauty is one of the top destinations in ... http://www.las-vegas-vacation-specials.com/2008/02/14/four-seasons/  The Flamingo Hotel & Casino located on the Vegas strip is an oldie but goodie.  Take a walk down memory lane at this casinos stuck int he 60's.  The decor is still flamingos and fish ponds just like it was back in the 1940's.  Some of the casino has been ... http://www.las-vegas-vacation-specials.com/2008/02/13/flamingo-las-vegas-hotel-casino/  Adventuredome is located at Circus Circus on the Vegas strip.  It is an indoor amusement park that is fun for the entire family.  They have roller coasters, carousel, carnival rides, clowns and a lot more.  This place is quite possibly noisier then most of the casinos in Vegas but it ... http://www.las-vegas-vacation-specials.com/2008/02/07/adventuredome/  The Agent Provocateur in Las Vegas is located within the Forum Shops at Caesars Palace.  This place is along the lines of Victoria Secret but a lot more naughty.  Lacy bras, corsets and lingerie everywhere in this fantastic boutique.  My wife loves this place and for that reason alone I ... http://www.las-vegas-vacation-specials.com/2008/02/07/agent-provocateur/  The Luxor Steakhouse in Vegas located at the Luxor Resort and Casino is a good deal.  This steakhouse has great steaks at an even better price.  If you are looking to get a good steak dinner but don't want to break the bank, check out this classy and comfortable winner.  ... http://www.las-vegas-vacation-specials.com/2008/02/05/luxor-steakhouse/ This Las Vegas mega star hotel and casino pulls them in from all over.  Known for is great pool, convenient location, shopping and dinning this Vegas beauty has it all.  One of our favorites to stay when we visit is has never let us down.  Great service and rooms and ... http://www.las-vegas-vacation-specials.com/2008/02/05/caesars-palace/  Rooms, suites and villas at this top notch Las Vegas destination.  Many say this is the best hotel and resort in Vegas.  Now we say resort because it literally is a resort.  Not as "Vegas" feeling as all the other hotels on the strip this beauty has it all.  Fantastic ... http://www.las-vegas-vacation-specials.com/2008/01/31/bellagio-hotel/ Bally's is a great hotel and casino for the money.  Located in the middle of the Vegas Strip this dated hotel still has plenty of love to go around.  The decor is trapped in the 70's and there seems to be an endless supply of tables and slots but it ... http://www.las-vegas-vacation-specials.com/2008/01/30/ballys-las-vegas/ This steakhouse is located just east of the Vegas Strip in the Hard Rock Hotel and across from the University of Las Vegas.  This chophouse is one of our most favorite restaurants in town.  Great atmosphere and even better steaks this place servers up a mean martinis.  Prices are decent ... http://www.las-vegas-vacation-specials.com/2008/01/30/ajs-steakhouse/  This is a nice Asian restaurant located on the Vegas Strip.  All the normal Pan-Asian plates with nothing really out of the ordinary.  Nice atmosphere and if you get the right seat you can watch the fountains at the Bellagio.  Food was good but the price was a little high ... http://www.las-vegas-vacation-specials.com/2008/01/30/ah-sin/  This tropical themed golf course is located just south of the Las Vegas Strip.  Not as big as some of the other courses in Vegas this one makes up for it with location and pro shop.  A little noisy at times because of the airport this course does not have ... http://www.las-vegas-vacation-specials.com/2008/01/29/bali-hai/ This festive and colorful Las Vegas Mexican restaurant is located on the northwest side of town.  A favorite spot for locals and after hour crowds this spot has a fantastic selection of Tequila and other spirits.  The Mexican food isn't the best we've had but the atmosphere and Tequila selection ... http://www.las-vegas-vacation-specials.com/2008/01/29/agave/ Along Came A Spider has two locations in Las Vegas. One is at the Fashion Show Mall and the other is located in Henderson. The address and map below are for the location at the Mall. This store sports hip kids clothes and has ... http://www.las-vegas-vacation-specials.com/2008/01/28/along-came-a-spider/  This American grill located just south of the Vegas strip use to be called the Wild Sage Cafe and is in fact under the same ownership.  Clean and modern American fare you will find dishes like mashed potatoes, mac & cheese and good old fashion burgers.  Food was good but ... http://www.las-vegas-vacation-specials.com/2008/01/27/table-34/  This is one of the best gentlemans clubs in Vegas.  Located just west of the Las Vegas strip (see map below) it sports some of the best looking dancers in all of Nevada.  Overcrowded every time we've been there but still well worth it.  Drinks are pricey and the girls ... http://www.las-vegas-vacation-specials.com/2008/01/25/spearmint-rhino/ The Luxor Las Vegas is really a site to behold. It is located directly on the strip and is in the shape of a pyramid and has an Egyptian theme. This many say is the best hotel in Vegas and we just might agree with that. Prices ... http://www.las-vegas-vacation-specials.com/2008/01/23/luxor-las-vegas/ Firefly is located just one block east of the Vegas strip.  This is a great place to sit and have tapas and pitchers of sangria.  You won't find any slot machines here and the decor is a little plan but sometimes you need that in Las Vegas.  It is a ... http://www.las-vegas-vacation-specials.com/2008/01/23/firefly/  This nice Italian restaurant located inside Caesar's Palace Casino in Vegas use to be known as Bertolini's.  It is a great spot to people watch as it is located just above the Caesar's shopping mall.  Trevi has good food at a decent price and it's atmosphere will entertain you.  Watch ... http://www.las-vegas-vacation-specials.com/2008/01/23/trevi/ This amazingly fun roller coaster located at the New York-New York casino is a real heart stopper.  It falls some 150 feet while twisting and turning around the hotel.  If you are bored in Vegas and want to get your blood pumping stop on by this very fun and scary ... http://www.las-vegas-vacation-specials.com/2008/01/22/manhattan-express-roller-coaster/  This boutique located in Caesars Palace on the strip is about the size of a closet.  Even though it is small it has some very nice things in it.  You will find items like imported French stemware, knickknacks, vases, tabletop display items and more.  This boutique is quite expensive, maybe ... http://www.las-vegas-vacation-specials.com/2008/01/22/baccarat/ This is an excellent place to get sushi just west of the Vegas strip.  Located in the Palms Casino & Hotel it is hip, fun and round.  The dinning area is completely round and very much in tune with what it clientèle likes and expects.  The staff is great and ... http://www.las-vegas-vacation-specials.com/2008/01/22/little-buddha/ Some say this Las Vegas Casino is a Wynner, others say it is over priced. It is definately for couples and not for kids. They have a golf course on-site and is actually the only one left on the Vegas strip. Almost 2 dozen restaurants to choose ... http://www.las-vegas-vacation-specials.com/2008/01/21/wynn-las-vegas-casino-resort/ This total gamers arcade is locate on the Vegas strip. A great place to pass the time and enjoy things like billiards, pinball and the latest games from Sega, Sony, Nintendo, Capcom and others. At GameWorks they serve food and drinks but bring some cash as you will ... http://www.las-vegas-vacation-specials.com/2008/01/21/gameworks/ This club located just west of the Vegas strip was not our style. This Las Vegas hot spot sports dancers, a sports lounge, piano bar and skyboxes. The name suggests scoring or hooking up, yeah maybe if you are a sardine. This place was entirely over crowed, ... http://www.las-vegas-vacation-specials.com/2008/01/19/scores/