Cool Off this Summer in Las Vegas at the “Dive-In Movies”

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How do you stay cool in Las Vegas in the summer? Get in the pool fool! Dive-In Movie Mondays - Cosmopolitan The Cosmopolitan is bringing back "Dive-In Movie Mondays" starting Monday, May 14, 2012 at the Boulevard Pool overlooking the Strip and will run each Monday until September 24, 2012. How's that for a cool concept? The doors open at 7pm and the movie starts at 8pm. There is NO COVER CHARGE. Wear your bathing suit and watch from the pool or just … [Read more...]

Hikes in and Around Las Vegas – Bring Your Dog!

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I enjoy hiking and I love my dogs; put that together and you've got one happy hiker. Of course, you don't have to bring a dog. You could take one of the kids. Maybe. Favorite Dog Hikes in and Around Las Vegas - A Great Book I recently came across this book by Wynne Benti & Megan Lawlor purely by chance. I found it to be a great source for hiking and wanted to share it with my readers. Yeah, I'm a big dog nut but keep in mind that these hikes are just … [Read more...]

Where to go and What to do in Las Vegas – May

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With all the fiestas, parties, and events going on around Las Vegas this May it'll be tough to decide where to go. That's Vegas! First Friday - May 4th If you haven't been to this wonderfully weird, wild, artsy fartsy community event it's time to go. Drop by Bar & Bistro for a quick bite and then make the rounds. When you've had your fill, buy a few rounds at any number of chic and trendy bars downtown. Don't Tell Mama is a personal favorite and the … [Read more...]

More Cinco de Mayo Fun in Las Vegas

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One posting just isn't enough to tell you about all the fiestas going on around Las Vegas, cause we love to PARTY, PARTY, PARTY! Cinco de Drinko Weekend - Palms The people at the Palms know how to party and the proof (about 85%) is in the weekend lineup. May 4 It's FLO-RIDA  at the famous Ditch Fridays pool party at noon and again at Rain Nightclub at 11pm. Hell yeah. May 5 It's RODGER SANCHEZ at the Palms Pool Saturday at noon. May 6 It's … [Read more...]

Las Vegas Pool Party Do’s & Don’ts

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For anyone visiting Las Vegas who wants to hit the dayclub/pool party scene let me school you on a few important do's and don'ts. Do: Use Sunscreen Wear sunscreen and put it on BEFORE you get to the pool. The sun in Las Vegas is brutal. Bring it with you to touch up again.The only thing that'll ruin your weekend faster than a raging hangover is a sunburnt body. It's not sexy looking like a lobster. Don't forget to protect the lips. The last thing you … [Read more...]

Cinco De Mayo on the Las Vegas Strip and Around Town 2012

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You've had plenty of time to recover from your St. Patty's Day hangover and now it's time to figure out where to party in Las Vegas on Cinco De Mayo! Rockhouse Bar & Nightclub This is a case of good news, bad news and good news again. Located in front of the Imperial Palace the Rockhouse is one of the best places to party on the Strip anytime but it's going to be out of control on May 5th. The Rockhouse will be closing after an all night Cinco de … [Read more...]

Las Vegas Strip MMA Fan Events

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There's a four day MMA fan event on the Las Vegas Strip that all fans in Las Vegas should know about. MMA Junkie.Com Radio Gathering If you're a big MMA fan, check out this four day event put together by MMAjunkie.com radio. It'll take place May 23 - 26 2012 at the Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino which is also home to the MMAjunkie.com Radio Studio. Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino The four day event will be running the same time as the big UFC 146 … [Read more...]

Watch the Football Draft at Lagasse Stadium

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Football season may be over, but the football draft is set to happen on April 26 and you can watch it at Lagasse's Stadium. Lagasse's Stadium is located at the Palazzo on the lower level and is the premier Race & Sports Book in Las Vegas with over 100 HD TV's including a ginormous 9 foot by 16 foot main TV! The seating is stadium style with luxury boxes, billiard tables and the delicious cuisine is created by world famous chef Emeril Lagasse. NFL … [Read more...]

Electric Daisy Carnival Las Vegas – The Cheapest Places to Stay

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The Electric Daisy Carnival Las Vegas was such an amazing success last year that is returning again on June 8 - 10 2012 and if you are looking for the cheapest places to stay, we've put in hours of research to find the best deals. Electric Daisy Carnival Las Vegas 2012 If you check out the EDC website you'll see deals on rooms with options on packages that include tickets, hotel and shuttle for all three days. I've got to tell you that after hours and … [Read more...]

Hangover Heaven – A Cure, not a Bar Name

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I love a good entrepreneurial idea, and Hangover Heaven is a stroke of genius! There is nothing that can ruin your Las Vegas weekend plans faster than a raging hangover after a night of over enthusiastic Vegas style partying. We locals see it all the time. Now, thanks to  Dr. Jason Burke, there's a quick (approximately  45 minutes) and effective cure and it travels on wheels. Hangover Heaven has a traveling bus with everything they need on board. … [Read more...]

Easter Egg Hunts in Las Vegas 2012

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The Easter Bunny is hopping into Las Vegas and that means there's an Easter Egg hunt nearby. Here's where to find them. Easter Seals Walk With Me fundraiser is on Saturday, April 7th from 8am until noon at the W. Wayne Bunker Family Park and features Las Vegas' largest Easter Egg Hunt in the valley along with carnival games and food. You'll also get to see a special performance by School of Rock Las Vegas West. $5 per person for the carnival/egg hunt. … [Read more...]

More Spring Fun in Las Vegas 2012

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From grass skirts to grass fields, Las Vegas in spring is a multicultural, multiethnic, multi-fun place to be!! 15th Annual Lei Day - May 5-6 2012 This is a Polynesian arts and crafts festival along with entertainment throughout the day. It's a Las Vegas tradition for 15 years. No entry fee, so bring the whole family. Located in the California Hotel parking lot Downtown at Stewart and Main St. Just two blocks from the Fremont Street Experience from 9am - … [Read more...]

Las Vegas 51′s Opening Weekend 2012!

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The Las Vegas 51's AAA Baseball Team opening weekend is just around the corner. April 5 - 8 2012. It's a great time to bring the family to Cashman Field. Thursday April 5th $1 Beer Night This is opening day and what's better than opening day at the ball park with friends and family? I'll tell you....opening day with friends, family and an ice cold dollar Bud! Play ball! Friday, April 6th Fireworks & Flat Screens Great weather, a great game ( love … [Read more...]

A Locals Guide to Las Vegas – Spring

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Spring in Las Vegas is more than wild pool parties. It's also a great time for families to get out and enjoy the outdoors before the "dog days of summer" set in. Check out our list of events for April 2012. If you're just visiting, you'll find these events/activities a nice change from the Strip. If you live here and haven't experienced some of the following.....you need to get up, get out and explore more of what Las Vegas has to offer! Las Vegas … [Read more...]

A Review Of Cigar Shops In Las Vegas

Perhaps you're traveling to Las Vegas on business or pleasure in the near future and are in need of finding a brick and mortar cigar shop when you arrive. While you may end up paying a premium for cigars at a shop like Casa Fuente, you'll also have an unbeatable and memorable cigar smoking experience. Let's start with the major casinos. Caesar's Palace contains one of the finest cigar shops / lounges in the country; Casa Fuente. Located in the Forum … [Read more...]

Wine Events in Las Vegas

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Attention winos!! There are so many wine events coming up in Las Vegas you'd better clear your calendar, put your designated driver on standby and have your hangover remedy ready to go. The corks are gonna be flying!! For more food and wine events check here also. 38th Annual UNLVino - March 22 - 24, 2012 This event started as just a small group of wine enthusiasts at UNLVand has grown to such a huge annual event that it is now spread out over three … [Read more...]