AccessVegas.com Insider Vibe

AccessVegas.com Insider Vibe

Welcome to the Insider Vibe! This is the official newsletter of AccessVegas.Com. We talk about the Las Vegas activities you really care about.

---

Book Online or over the phone! Call (toll free) 800-696-5721 to book all Las Vegas Hotels, Shows, Nightlife, Tours and Golf. We live here. We know Las Vegas!

AccessVegas.com Quick Info Menu:

Las Vegas Essentials Las Vegas Hotels Las Vegas Shows Headliners and Concerts Limos, Airport Transfers Local Business Directory Las Vegas Travel Discounts Las Vegas Nightlife (VIP and Table Reservations) Bachelor Parties Las Vegas and Grand Canyon Tours Las Vegas Golf

Free Photos, Wallpaper, and Streaming Videos Vegas Photos (Send A Free E-Card!) Wallpaper and Screensavers Streaming Videos

Newkirk’s Notes - comments on Las Vegas from AccessVegas.Com publisher Ted Newkirk:

Ted was on assignment this week. He was last seen mumbling something about having to do in-depth research on the various European-style pools that have been gaining in popularity in Las Vegas. He should return next week. Please enjoy the stories and links as prepared by Amy Raynor-Cooley.

Correction: Last week’s comment that the Frontier was closing later this week should have read “later next month.” The exact closure date is July 15, 2007.

The Las Vegas Hilton will be having a fireworks display on the 4′th. So far, this is the only one in the vicinity of The Strip that we’ve heard about. Probable best place to view it? Top of the parking garage of The Hilton or Riviera. (View from The Sahara might be blocked by the Turberry Towers). We’d suggest at least being north of Wynn Las Vegas for best possible chance to view. Many other displays are taking place around town: Las Vegas Fourth of July Fireworks and Events List

---

---

Vets Observe New Baby Dolphin At The Mirage - A baby dolphin born at the Dolphin Habitat at the Mirage is making a big splash. The male calf was born late Friday evening, and so far, he is doing just fine. The four day old calf is under constant watch by visitors and by a whole team of veterinarians at the Mirage’s Dolphin Habitat. Dolphin births in captivity are rare, and it will take several more weeks for this to be considered a successful birth. But vets say the 25 pound calf id doing well. It helps that his mother has some experience in child rearing. Click to Read The Full Story …

Lee Greenwood And Crystal Gayle To Perform At Buffalo Bill’s Star Of The Desert Arena - Patriotic Duo In Concert Fouth Of July Weekend - Lee Greenwood and Crystal Gayle will perform at the Star of the Desert Arena Saturday, July 7 at 8 p.m. (Tickets) Greenwood became a staple of modern-day nationalism with his song “God Bless the USA.” While best known for this patriotic hymn, Greenwood has a string of other hits including: “Dixie Road,” “I.O.U.” and “Ring on Her Finger, Time on Her Hands.” Click to Read The Full Story …

Joe “Paris” Trammel Takes Stand And Stays In Jail - Las Vegas Comic To Serve Remainder Of Sentence Handed To Paris Hilton - WHAT: Prop Comic, Joe Trammel, a.k.a. The TV Guy, has taken a stand and will serve the remainder of the 23 day jail sentence given to Paris Hilton. Joe’s goal is to live inside the cell dressed like Paris to complete the entire term and send a message that people need to take responsibility for their actions. When asked about the public incarceration, Joe “Paris” Trammel stated, “Paris did the crime, it is now left to me, the TV Guy, to do her time.” Click to Read The Full Story …

A Pair Of Illusionists - Frank Marino the star of “An Evening at La Cage” (Tickets) who plays Joan Rivers and a “Femme Fatale” in “An Evening at La Cage” at the Riviera on The Las Vegas Strip visits with the world’s highest paid magician’s assistant on opening night Saturday, June 2nd at Planet Hollywood where Pamela Anderson performs in “Hans Klok - The Beauty of Magic.” (Tickets) Pamela celebrates her big 4-0 birthday on Sunday, July 1st. Click to Read The Full Story …

Bonafide Expands Performances and Adds Saturday Nights at Club Madrid Inside Sunset Station - Bonafide is one of the most sought after reggae bands on the West Coast and will be performing every Saturday night at Club Madrid inside Sunset Station in addition to their Friday night performances at Fiesta Rancho Hotel & Casino. Originally from Montego Bay, Jamaica, Bonafide has toured extensively through Japan, Fiji, Australia, New Zealand and Hawaii. Reggae aficionados are probably most acquainted with the group’s recent releases, “Reggae Time,” “Run the Club” and “Why,” also featuring Luciano and dancehall DJ, Lexus. Click to Read The Full Story …

---

---

Have a Vegas comment or question? Post To Our Message Boards!We love to hear from you, and value your feedback! Here’s how to participate:

• Post a trip report to our brand new Trip Report Message Board section! (Simply click on the New Thread option. You may be prompted to register if a fist time user. That keeps our boards safe and spam-free)!
• Post a comment, Vegas suggestion, or question to the appropriate category of our Message Boards.
• Call our recorded comment line at 702-507-0055. We listen to every call.
• Drop us an email at allvegastv@aol.com - We read them all!

---

More Las Vegas News - Concerts - Events

• Beyonce At MGM Grand Garden Arena Saturday, August 25, 2007Beyonce Tickets

• REO Speedwagon To Bring Their Classic Rock To The Pearl - Midwest Sensation To Play The Pearl At The Palms August 10REO Speedwagon Tickets

• Boston Phenomenon Godsmack To Rock The Pearl - Modern Rock Band Godsmack Will Be Performing August 3Godsmack Tickets

• Following Two Sold-Out Shows, The Entertaining Carlos Mencia Returns To The Pearl At The Palms - The Uproarious Comedian Is Set To Perform October 20Carlos Mencia Tickets

• Jimmy Buffett Heading To MGM In OctoberJimmy Buffett Tickets

• Tony Danza To Reprise Lead Role In ‘The Producers’ In Las VegasThe Producers Tickets

• Balancing Act: Acrobatics showcase ‘Matsuri’ A Great Alternative To Magic ShowsMatsuri Tickets

• Lucky Number Lines Up For Mandalay Beach Wedding Bliss - 7/7/07 Beach Ceremony And After-Party Offers Couples A Sure Bet

• The Latin Recording Academy, Univision Network, Mandalay Bay And The Las Vegas Convention And Visitors Authority Announce Las Vegas As Host Of The Latin Grammy® Awards For The First Time

• The Second City — Las Vegas Opens All New Revue At The Flamingo

• “Get Ready” For Eric Burdon And The Animals And Rare Earth July 14 At The Cannery Casino & Hotel

• DJs Heat Up The Summer At Mix In Las Vegas

• Hooters Casino Hotel Expands “Build-A-Bash” Offerings With The “You’re Not The Boss Of Me” Party For Bachelors - Bachelors Can Celebrate Last Days Of Singledom With World Famous Hooters Girls, Enough Said

• Wolfgang Puck’s Trattoria Del Lupo Debuts New Menu And New Executive Chef

• The “Mel Brooks Musical Comedy The Producers” At Paris Las Vegas Announces Superstar Tony Danza To Play “Max Bialystock” In The Smash Hit Vegas Production Performances Begin On August 13!

• It’s A Night Of Variety As The Rampart Casino Presents An Evening Of Music And Comedy Starring Debbie Reynolds

• Airlines receiving failing grades for ground delays

• Vegas steals top spot for stolen cars

• MGM Mirage putting $160 million into south Las Vegas Strip resort

• Culinary workers, Harrah’s agree on Las Vegas contract

• Let&’s shoot up Las Vegas - Bombed, blasted and invaded by aliens, Las Vegas holds a special place in the hearts of film-makers

• Vegas visitor tally up; Laughlin down

• Las Vegas schools looking for thousands of teachers

• Las Vegas trip comes cheap - Reporter finds the deal’s on the bus

• A hunka hunka burnin’ Las Vegas wedding options - Couples looking for the untraditional can drive, fly or even sail down the aisle. Then there’s the Elvis package, of course

• Stakes High for Las Vegas Water Czar

• Las Vegas Caters to Asia&’s High Rollers

• ‘Ocean’s Thirteen’ guide to Las Vegas Disneyland it’s not — Soderbergh portrays a high-class, high-stakes Sin City

• Saving Las Vegas’ formerly vital signs Those launching the Neon Museum work to preserve the flashing designs that proclaimed Vegas’ attractions.

• Las Vegas nightlife now at its hottest in broad daylight

• New movie studio in town

• Vegas Low In Driver Safety

• ATA Offers Non-Stop Flights To Maui

• Police To Enforce Curfews

• Triple Digit Heat Hits Las Vegas Valley

• School District Makes Public Plea For Teachers

• Nevada’s rise in home foreclosures leads nation

• Tommy Rocker’s tops more or less

• More taxes for Nevadans? I’m NOT with stupid

• Rising condominium projects helping change image of life in city’s urban core

• Juhl promises residents easy stairwell commutes - Downtown mixed-use project touts live-work lifestyle

• Paris Hilton stunt puts prop comic in pokey

• MGM Mirage majority shareholder brokers deals by keeping his gaze fixed firmly forward

• NHL team scuttlebutt not skating on thin ice

• Safe bet: Wagering will kill NBA deal - Stern’s stance leaves little room for compromise

• Adrenaline and action: Exec feels rush at stock exchange and then at sports book

• Preserve opens to big crowd - First weekend’s numbers exceed ‘best-case’ 9,000

• Valley soils amplify effects of temblors - UNLV researchers work to update seismic hazard map

• Neonopolis takes another hit as Poker Dome opts to fold

• No Fish Story: Isla is one island where the seafood isn’t bonita

• Vegoose: Dave Matthews, The Killers To Headline

Coming Hot Holidays - The following dates are huge times to be in Las Vegas, and rooms are in high demand. Booking in advance is the best way to save. Visit our friends at I4Vegas Discount Las Vegas Reservations and spend one of the following hot dates having fun in Las Vegas:

• Independence Day July 4
• Civic Holiday (Canada) August 6 (3 day weekend)
• Labor Day September 1-3 (3 day weekend)
• Columbus Day (USA), Thanksgiving Day (Canada) October 6-8 (3 day weekend)
• Christmas December 25 (4 day weekend - Christmas on Tuesday)
• New Year’s Eve-Day December 29 - January 1 (4 day weekend - New Years on Tuesday)

Link To Us! - Have a home page, web page, or blog? Link to us, and give yourself and your friends a quick link to find us from your site. Simply link to http://www.accessvegas.com and name the link Access Vegas!

RSS Feed - We now have an RSS/XML feed! Most RSS programs let you visit AccessVegas.com and automatically pull the feed. For those who want to enter it manually, the feed is:
http://www.accessvegas.com/xml/whats-hot.xml

Share the info: Click to Email this newsletter to a friend!

---

---

For comments or questions regarding our content or this newsletter write us at allvegastv@aol.com.New to the list? See our Newsletter Archives for back issues and subscription info. Don’t hesitate to forward this newsletter to friends and associates.

All contents copyright 2007 Ted Newkirk. All Rights Reserved.

June 20, 2007 ISSN: 1529-2770 About Us Privacy Policy

Proud Member:

Comments(0)

AccessVegas.com Insider Vibe

Welcome to the Insider Vibe! This is the official newsletter of AccessVegas.Com. We talk about the Las Vegas activities you really care about.

Can’t see all the great photos and graphics? Click to Read This Issue Online! Need to contact us? Send feedback to AllVegasTV@aol.com

Share the info: Click to Email this newsletter to a friend! Missed an issue? Click to Read Back Issues Online. This newsletter is free!

This newsletter is published exclusively for visitors to AccessVegas.Com and can only be signed up for there. We do not buy or rent lists, and this information is only for our members and guests. If you feel you have received it in error, click the unsubscribe link at the bottom. To subscribe, visit our Newsletter Site.

---

Book Online or over the phone! Call (toll free) 800-696-5721 to book all Las Vegas Hotels, Shows, Nightlife, Tours and Golf. We live here. We know Las Vegas!

AccessVegas.com Quick Info Menu:

Las Vegas Essentials Las Vegas Hotels Las Vegas Shows Headliners and Concerts Limos, Airport Transfers Local Business Directory Las Vegas Travel Discounts Las Vegas Nightlife (VIP and Table Reservations) Bachelor Parties Las Vegas and Grand Canyon Tours Las Vegas Golf

Free Photos, Wallpaper, and Streaming Videos Vegas Photos (Send A Free E-Card!) Wallpaper and Screensavers Streaming Videos

Newkirk’s Notes - comments on Las Vegas from AccessVegas.Com publisher Ted Newkirk:

Hello From Las Vegas! We stopped by The Frontier (New Frontier, whatever) on Monday just for a final walk-through before they close it later this week. The Frontier never had that special distinction that The Sands or The Stardust had, but certainly a landmark none-the-less.

Treat Dad  To A Concert - Just a reminder that we have great tickets for sports and concert events nationwide, not just here in Las Vegas. Can’t think of that perfect Father’s Day gift? Nothing like tickets to his favorite band or sports team. Check out our huge selection at Tickets.AccessVegas.com

We are happy to answer questions… but: We very much appreciate reader feedback and questions. It helps shape our content and keeps this newsletter the very best it can be. However, a couple of important notes…

1. Many times, we are asked about something discussed or linked to in a recent newsletter. We put significant hard work into gathering all of the information we send you. Please at least do us the courtesy of looking over the last few issues in our archives before sending in a question. You might be amazed that we already covered the topic (and many others you were interested in).
2. Almost every week, people ask “When will (insert name of concert or show) tickets be on sale.” We publish as often as we do to get you the most fresh info possible. If we have tickets available, you know right away!Sidebar: A rumor of a pending performer (including but not limited to the perpetual rumor that Michael Jackson is going to have a show here) does NOT mean a show is pending or that tickets are available. Once again… if you are a regular reader, you find out about new shows and tickets as soon as we know!

Las Vegas Still Cigar Friendly - Although the (often flouted) smoking ban has attempted to impact both cigar and cigarette smoking, cigar aficionados and those who just indulge on special occasions still have places to enjoy the “long ashes” of a good cigar. The L.A. Times recent article Las Vegas cigar lounges roll out the welcome mat is a nice primer.

Legally, you can enjoy them outdoors, on the casino floor (including bars on a casino floor) and in nightclubs/lounges that do not serve food. As always, be polite and ask the bartender if cigar smoking is acceptable or simply patronize the places mentioned in the article. Also, a tip of the hat to the nationally syndicated, fine living oriented Cigar Dave Show who has our own gaming expert Victor H. Royer as a guest every year. (Click for audio archives of Victor H. Royer on the Cigar Dave Show).

Enjoy This Issue!

---

---

Michael Buble Will Perform Live At The MGM Grand Garden Arena Saturday, July 14 - The young singing sensation Michael Buble (Tickets) brings his 2007 tour to the MGM Grand Garden Arena Saturday, July 14. In what many believe will be one of the hottest concerts of the year, Buble brings his irrepressible spirit, engaging humor and confident charisma to the concert stage. The show is scheduled to begin at 8 p.m. Click to Read The Full Story …

Fantasy Adds Provocative New Dance Numbers - Fantasy, the seductive adult revue at Luxor, recently added several dance numbers to the steamy production. (Fantasy Tickets) The new spellbinding routines captivate audience members as the beautiful cast acts out sensual fantasies nightly. Earlier this month, FANTASY introduced several numbers including a new opening dance routine and an original song entitled “Goin’ to Vegas” written and performed by FANTASY songstress Stephanie Jordan. In 2006, FANTASY introduced “Don’t Stop,” an upbeat number featuring an original song by Cris Judd and Darren Sher. Click to Read The Full Story …

Bernard Hopkins Battles Winky Wright Saturday, July 21 At Mandalay Bay Live On Pay-Per-View - When boxing historians look at the current era of boxing, two names will stand out among the finest of this generation – Bernard Hopkins and Winky Wright (Tickets). However, for these fierce competitors, being one of the elite is not enough. On Saturday, July 21 at the Mandalay Bay Events Center live on HBO Pay-Per-View, Hopkins and Wright will battle one another to claim supremacy. “I’m back and my record speaks for itself,” said Hopkins, the former undisputed middleweight champion whose Ring magazine light heavyweight belt will be on the line in this 170-pound bout. Click to Read The Full Story …

Stoney’s Rockin’ Country - The Newest Place To Round Up - Nightspot To Become Hottest Destination For Country Fans - Stoney’s Rockin’ Country is the latest venue offering foot-stoppin’ good times for the cowboys and cowgirls at heart. Conveniently located on Las Vegas Boulevard, just north of the South Point Hotel and Casino, Stoney’s is the largest one-level nightlife spot in Las Vegas with more than 20,000 square feet dedicated to country fun. Scheduled to open late July, Stoney’s Rockin’ Country will feature weekly live entertainment on the 45-foot by 25-foot main stage using a state-of-the-art Meyers Concert Series sound system to amplify the sounds of local, regional and national talent acts. The elevated 2,500 square foot hardwood dance floor is flanked by two full-service bars, that at 40 feet and 50 feet ensure quick drink service. Other bar highlights include three 44-foot mini bowling lanes and four pool tables. Click to Read The Full Story …

Lance Burton Charity Work: Working With Children Can Be Magical - Nobody was more surprised and pleased then Lance Burton (Tickets) when he was named “MOST GENEROUS LAS VEGAN” by the editors of the 2007 Las Vegas Review-Journal’s 26th ANNUAL BEST OF LAS VEGAS POLL. He was in good company with Andre Agassi chosen by the readers. This was in addition to winning “Best Magician” for seven consecutive times in the coveted poll. The R-J staffers summed it up in a nutshell saying, “No matter how masterful a magician Lance Burton is, he can’t expand time. So the time and talent he contributes may be even more valuable than the financial support he lends to organizations from the Animal Foundation to the Shriner’s Zelzah Temple Transportation Fund, which buys vans equipped with wheelchair lifts to bring disabled children to The Shriner’s Hospital in Los Angeles. Click to Read The Full Story …

Sushi Roku Showcases The Midas Touch with Its Lustrous Cocktail Restaurant Creates Signature Drink For One Day Only, July 7, 2007 - Sushi Roku launches a signature drink, Shichi meaning seven in Japanese, designed for the luckiest day of the century: July 7, 2007. Sushi Roku’s Shichi cocktail is a superstar citrus blend that is sure to strike gold. Named after the seven Japanese gods of good fortune, this drink is assembled with 1 ounce of Hangar One Kaffir Lime vodka and Midori, a 1/2 fresh-squeezed lime, a splash of triple sec and 1 ounce of lemon sour. After the ingredients are mixed in a shaker, the liquid is strained into a martini glass and garnished with a 24K gold leaf-wrapped lime. Click to Read The Full Story …

Alexis Gershwin, Niece Of Composers George And Ira Gershwin, Pays Tribute To Her Uncles’ Timeless Music In “Gershwin Sings Gershwin” At The Suncoast Beginning July 20th Through July 22nd - A beautiful Gershwin will sing beautiful Gershwin music July 20th through July 22nd at the Suncoast Hotel and Casino’s Showroom located at 9090 Alta Drive, Las Vegas with showtime at 7:30 p.m. Alexis Gershwin, niece of famous composers George and Ira Gershwin, will perform the Gershwins’ memorable classics including “Embraceable You”, “They Can’t Take That Away From Me”, “Our Love Is Here To Stay”, and “S’wonderful,” among others. Click to Read The Full Story …

The Second City — Las Vegas Opens All New Revue At The Flamingo - Sin City’s Favorite Improv Comedy Troupe Launches Sixth Season Of Side-Splitting Laughs - The Second City and Jam Theatricals are proud to announce the opening of an all-new revue at the Flamingo Las Vegas Hotel on Monday, June 11th at 8pm. Under the direction of Jim Carlson, the Las Vegas edition of The Second City (Tickets) features a variety of scenes, songs and improvisation, including bad hypnotists, maniacal helicopter pilots and a rap inspired by the fall of Don Imus. Click to Read The Full Story …

Vegas Photo Set Of The Week: Tao Nightclub Las Vegas Photos - Located in the beautiful Venetian Hotel and Casino, Tao Nightclub (Info and VIP Passes) is a city to itself, an Asian city. This 40,000 square foot monster is a work of art. With tubs filled with naked ladies and rose petals to all the far east decor, to the 40 foot buddah, the partners of the New York Tao has successfully brought the Pacific Rim to the City of Sin. The nightclub is divided into three areas, the main room with the dance floor and the skyboxes, the House room and the Ultra Lounge downstairs.

• Tao Nightclub Las Vegas Photos

Gambling Talk: Playing Middle Pairs In Tournaments - Part One - with Victor H. Royer. Middle pairs can be very troubling for a great many players, particularly in poker tournaments. Some of them tend to look very good, and as a result they can very often be misplayed. These are the pairs that are traditionally considered to be middle pairs. All of them are highly vulnerable to overcards, and therefore all of them should be played extremely cautiously. In late positions, you can play pocket 9s as if they were pocket 10s, but other than that any of these medium pears are usually a candidate for the muck. Click to Read Complete Article

Vegas Streaming Video Of The Week: Sunset Strip - “Sunset Strip” is a rockin’ band that fills the room with great sounds and funky beats. Bringing together some of the finest musicians and performers in the industry, “Sunset Strip” proudly presents two of the most talented vocalists to one stage. Lorena Peril and Sina Foley each possess unique styles and amazing vocal strength. Sunset Strip performs in the lounge of the Las Vegas Hilton.

• Click To View Sunset Strip: Broadband (only)

---

---

Members Mania - We Love Our Readers!

Reader Submitted Photos:

Attached is a photo of the Stratosphere-close up! This was taken from a Maverick Helicopter tour chopper on our way back from the Grand Canyon. The Stratosphere is where we got engaged, so it’s a special place for us. You just got to love Vegas!

 

Ted Responds:

We haven’t talked about Maverick Helicopter Tours much lately, so now is a great time to remind everyone that I consider it a “must do” on a Las Vegas vacation. I’ve done almost everything there is to see and do in town, and nothing compares to flying over the Las Vegas Strip in a Maverick Helicopter.

Those who take a Grand Canyon Tour get to fly over The Strip on their return from the Canyon. Maverick also offers stand-alone night flights over The Strip are are nothing short of amazing. (Note to self: I haven’t been up over The Strip in a Maverick chopper lately… arrange to do so).

Maverick isn’t a discount company. They are professional, top-notch, newest and most comfortable equipment, and no accidents or incidents. Also, their terminal is just south of Mandalay Bay so you spend more time enjoying your vacation and less time in transit. Click for Maverick Helicopter Information.

More Stratosphere Tower Las Vegas Photos

---

Here is my photo taken from my room at the Excalibur. Let’s call this one “Sunrise on the Strip”.Thomos Gross 

More Las Vegas Strip Photos

If you have a great photo of Las Vegas to share with our readers (can be artistic or just a really enjoyable photo), send them to us at allvegastv@aol.com.

---

Dear Ted:We recently returned home from our umpteenth visit to beautiful Las Vegas over the last ten years, and I would like to make a comment about the so-called Californication of Las Vegas.One of the best things about your town, and Nevada in general, is its permissive, tolerant attitude. Now, we noticed, since the last time we were in Las Vegas in December, that suddenly there is no smoking in restaurants and also rest rooms, in most of the casino properties. This is simply stupid. There was never a big problem of people smoking in restaurants anyway, and smoking in rest rooms may have made it harder to keep the rest rooms clean, but now the people who maintain rest rooms just get smaller tips. Is this good for your economy?

For your info - I am a 53 year old pipe/cigar smoker who would never think of lighting up in a restaurant, since I wouldn’t want to offend anybody, because I am a polite person.

What we all need is a return to common courtesy, not legislating the Wild West out of Las Vegas. If they ever ban smoking in the casinos, we wouldn’t want to come visit anymore. Gamblers smoke - LIVE WITH IT!

Sincerely,

Kevin Cardiff
Baltimore, MD

Ted Responds:

I am someone who enjoys a cigar from time-to-time (only where appropriate), and we followed this issue in a huge way in our newsletter last year and earlier this year.

If you scroll down to the “More News” area with news links in our newsletter, we continue to stay on top of it. Rebellion and lawsuits are rampant, and certain businesses (and people) are thumbing their nose at this law that barely passed with 54% of the vote.

Even though your visit is done, I encourage you to stay subscribed to our newsletter as we will continue to feature news links regarding this in the second half of our newsletter. Also, please do consider telling friends and family about our newsletter if they have any interest in Las Vegas. Sign-up is at no cost at AccessVegas.com.

---

Have a Vegas comment or question? Post To Our Message Boards!We love to hear from you, and value your feedback! Here’s how to participate:

• Post a trip report to our brand new Trip Report Message Board section! (Simply click on the New Thread option. You may be prompted to register if a fist time user. That keeps our boards safe and spam-free)!
• Post a comment, Vegas suggestion, or question to the appropriate category of our Message Boards.
• Call our recorded comment line at 702-507-0055. We listen to every call.
• Drop us an email at allvegastv@aol.com - We read them all!

Readers Rants, Raves, and Questions - Great reader questions and comments from our Access Vegas Message Boards. Help someone out or post your own comment or question!

• Musically Talented 311 To Bring Mix Of Hip Hop, Reggae And Modern Rock Styles To The Pearl Concert Theater At The Palms311 Tickets

• Kathy Griffin Returns To Mandalay Bay For Another Round Of LaughsKathy Griffin Tickets

• Engelbert Humperdinck Heats Things Up With Romantic Ballads At Buffalo Bill’sEngelbert Humperdinck Tickets

• Exclusive Inside Look At Phantom - The Las Vegas Spectacular Theatre And VIP Package Now AvailablePhantom - The Las Vegas Spectacular Tickets

• ‘Spamalot’ works despite stretching its materialMonty Python’s Spamalot Tickets

• Pamela conjures up a magical display in Las Vegas

• Quite a Pair - Producers hope teaming of Hans Klok, Pamela Anderson does the trick for audiencesHans Klok - Beauty Of Magic Tickets

• Wayne Brady Making It Up

• Making It Look Easy - Wayne Brady’s improv gets laughs during his old-time variety showWayne Brady Tickets

• Second City Comedy revue pushing the envelopeSecond City Tickets

• ‘Caveman’ takes crack at battle of sexesDefending The Caveman Tickets

• Revealing Tradition: ‘Crazy Horse Paris’ revue clings to authenticity of its French formatCrazy Horse Las Vegas Tickets

• House Of Blues Las Vegas Gets “Dirty” As Extended Engagement With The Bad Boys Of Hypnosis, Michael Johns And Terry Stokes, Opens July 1, 2007

• Boa Steakhouse Drowns The Heat With Its Locals’ Wine Special - Locals Can Enjoy 50% Off All Wines By The Bottle Every Sunday Throughout The Summer

• “Sound The Alarm” For The Firefighters Of Southern Nevada’s 8th Annual Firefighter Bachelor Auction, June 15 At The Palms Casino Resort - Meet And Greet Pre-events To Be Hosted At The Palms Pool And Bungalows, And Mist Bar & Lounge At Treasure Island

• Largest Shipment Of Girl Scouts Cookies Being Sent To Iraq And Afghanistan

• Concert Series Brings Fans A Summer Of Rock And Country Outdoors At Sunset Station - June 1 Marks The Kickoff Of Summerfest At Sunset, A Pool Party Alternative

• Tickets For 2007 NBA Summer League Presented By Adidas On Sale June 4 - NBA TV Set To Broadcast 28 Games From Las Vegas

• Hooters Casino Hotel Will Shock Audiences With New Headliner, Gerry McCambridge, “The Mentalist” - The Mentalist Will Headline Every Monday, Tuesday And Saturday Inside Hooters Casino Hotel’s Night Owl Showroom

• Palace Station Opens Newest Cabo Mexican Restaurant Location In Las Vegas

• Rock And Roll Legend, Dave Mason Will Have Fans “Feelin’ Alright” At The Cannery Casino & Hotel On Saturday, July 21

• Las Vegas Unveils Newest Cultural Attraction - Long-awaited 180-acre Non-gaming Attraction To Become City’s “Central Park”

• Spice Up This Father’s Day With Several Sizzling Menu Additions At Z’Tejas

• “An Evening Of Solid Gold”

• NHL official says Las Vegas would need new arena to land team

• Putting a team in Las Vegas would be disastrous for NHL

• Land Acquisition Paves Way for $2.5B Luxury Las Vegas Hotel, Condo Project

• Neon Museum saving Las Vegas’ iconic signs - Those launching the Neon Museum work to preserve the flashing designs that proclaimed Vegas’ attractions

• Vegas To Host Latin Grammys

• Hasselhoff Eyes Vegas Show

• Affordable Housing Hard to Find in Las Vegas

• JW Marriott’s Ceres To Host Wine Event Thursday

• National Magazine Ranks TAO No. 1 In Sales

• Las Vegas airport on list for studying counter-terror systems

• Cold relief in Las Vegas’ hot desert - A new spa that opened at Caesars Palace features a treatment room where it snows all year long

• A Gambling Man Finds His Game In Las Vegas - The Billy Walters Story

• Going for the Green: - At the Ultimate Game, the Best of the Rest Need Only $50,000 and a Dream

• Albertson’s rebrands some stores as ‘Lucky’ - Differentiating market segments behind move as Albertsons goes upscale

• Seinfeld, Rock To Headline Festival

• Gilley’s plans goodbye - New Frontier bar to host farewell party July 7

• McCarran Airport on list for studying counter-terror systems

• Streamline Tower faces tough building tests

• Bar & Grill fighting smoking ban in court

• Slow but steady sets the pace at downtown lunch spot

• New south Strip haunt to fill Gilley’s niche - Owner has large following, brought bikini bull-riding and mud wrestling to Strip

• Judge: Bar Must Remove Ash Trays

• Climate Change May Dry Up Lake Mead

• Statewide win continues record streak despite slot softness

• Bad bet - Voodoo Steak needs to up the ante on its service

• Is Smoking Ban Lawsuit Violating Bilbo’s Freedom Of Speech?

• McCarran Airport Tightens Fuel Line Security

• Gloomy Outlook For Las Vegas Housing Slump

• Tour Las Vegas’ Natural History at Springs Preserve

• Hasselhoff wants a bit of ‘old Vegas’

• LV part of plan for football league - Eight-team UFL would start in ‘08

• City bends rules for Jillian’s - Neonopolis bar’s landlord refuses background check but gets liquor license

• I-15 gets budget support - Priority list leaves out U.S. 95 widening, Boulder City bypass, other ’superprojects’

• Caddie charts course for Ultimate windfall

• Homes for sale in May near record in Southern Nevada

• Fontainebleau builder lands big financing

• Seen It All Before - ‘Beauty of Magic’ a repeat of other shows without the punch

• The More the Merrier - ‘Ocean’s Thirteen’ loses the smugness that sank ‘Ocean’s Twelve’

• Condo market points down - Potential inventory levels fall for first time since ‘04 boom

• Casinos, Culinary still lack deal - No picket lines, walkouts expected as deadline nears

• Contract deadline passes; workers shrug

• Seven-week World Series of Poker gets under way

• Deal could lead to Elvis-themed casino

• ‘Live, from Las Vegas … ‘ Forty cameras to cover World Series of Poker

• Las Vegas still a middle-of-the-pack mess

• Microsoft device destined for casino tests

• Pamela Anderson makes hot debut

• Educational complex will focus on what drew animals, people to valley

• Las Vegas history springs to life on desert trails - Hiking area showcases native plants, wildlife

• Radio voice for the ages - Former sports talk show host Pete is dying but says he has no regrets

• Spanish View Towers teeters on bankruptcy, foreclosure

• Law Bans Music Fakes

• Sean Griffin, Chef at Neros Las Vegas

• Diamonds stores are forever in Forum Shops - Three jewelry heavyweights vie to offer high-priced ice

• More controversy surrounding flyers on the Strip

• Australia’s PBL plans partnership in Las Vegas hotel-casino

• Casino Fight: NFL Player Pays Fine

• Jackson Auction, Day 1, Fetches $500,000

• Debate Over Towbin Hummer Flag Continues

• Clint Holmes’ “Just Another Man” Preview Performances

• State Senate Considers Billion Dollar Bond For I-15 Improvements

• McCarran Airport Earns High Grade in Safety

• McCarran ranks 5th best airport in the nation

• Tour Las Vegas’ Natural History at The Springs Preserve

• Taking It All In Stride - Entertainer Clint Holmes uses own troubles as fodder for musical

• Waiting Game - Difficulty getting in and out at Rao’s taints dining experience

• Champ ready as World Series starts - Poker tournament opens today; main event next month

• Exec speaks; Binion’s rumors fly

• Flying to LV a breeze - Summer winds help Southwest limit delays, add flights

• As Las Vegas grows, local residents fret, Lied study suggests - Report says developers, educators challenged by swelling population

• Busting Out - Hotels see promise in European pools as extension of Vegas nightclub scene

• Juhl reaches tenth floor

• Wet ‘n Wild site project proceeding, official says

• Oscar entertains Kiki’s arena query

• Fired Up - Bellagio art gallery to feature exhibit on Picasso’s ceramics

• Sahara to get some high-profile glitz

• Brand consistency leads to ‘La Femme’ name change

• V at Lake Las Vegas launches condos sales

• Kyle Canyon plan has nostalgic aim

• ‘Yonkers Joe’ seeking extras

• Site work under way for Windmill Lane Plaza - Office, retail park already half-leased, developer says

• Balloon pilot delights in drifting above din

• Med school grads leaving - Most do residency training elsewhere

• Private-equity investors may map future of Strip growth

• Speculators sniff around Gold Spike

• Trump time - Developer says wait to enter Las Vegas market worthwhile

• ‘Dreamgirls’ fan takes note of star

• For these men, it’s the size that counts

• St. George tour gives visitors a taste of yesteryear

• Comedy veteran exploring new digs

• Speed: The Ride may be what you need

Coming Hot Holidays - The following dates are huge times to be in Las Vegas, and rooms are in high demand. Booking in advance is the best way to save. Visit our friends at I4Vegas Discount Las Vegas Reservations and spend one of the following hot dates having fun in Las Vegas:

• Fathers Day June 17
• Independence Day July 4
• Civic Holiday (Canada) August 6 (3 day weekend)
• Labor Day September 1-3 (3 day weekend)
• Columbus Day (USA), Thanksgiving Day (Canada) October 6-8 (3 day weekend)
• Christmas December 25 (4 day weekend - Christmas on Tuesday)
• New Year’s Eve-Day December 29 - January 1 (4 day weekend - New Years on Tuesday)

Link To Us! - Have a home page, web page, or blog? Link to us, and give yourself and your friends a quick link to find us from your site. Simply link to http://www.accessvegas.com and name the link Access Vegas!

RSS Feed - We now have an RSS/XML feed! Most RSS programs let you visit AccessVegas.com and automatically pull the feed. For those who want to enter it manually, the feed is:
http://www.accessvegas.com/xml/whats-hot.xml

Share the info: Click to Email this newsletter to a friend!

---

---

For comments or questions regarding our content or this newsletter write us at allvegastv@aol.com.New to the list? See our Newsletter Archives for back issues and subscription info. Don’t hesitate to forward this newsletter to friends and associates.

All contents copyright 2007 Ted Newkirk. All Rights Reserved.

June 13, 2007 ISSN: 1529-2770 About Us Privacy Policy

Proud Member:

Comments Off

AccessVegas.com Insider Vibe

Welcome to the Insider Vibe! This is the official newsletter of AccessVegas.Com. We talk about the Las Vegas activities you really care about.

---

Book Online or over the phone! Call (toll free) 800-696-5721 to book all Las Vegas Hotels, Shows, Nightlife, Tours and Golf. We live here. We know Las Vegas!

AccessVegas.com Quick Info Menu:

Las Vegas Essentials Las Vegas Hotels Las Vegas Shows Headliners and Concerts Limos, Airport Transfers Local Business Directory Las Vegas Travel Discounts Las Vegas Nightlife (VIP and Table Reservations) Bachelor Parties Las Vegas and Grand Canyon Tours Las Vegas Golf

Free Photos, Wallpaper, and Streaming Videos Vegas Photos (Send A Free E-Card!) Wallpaper and Screensavers Streaming Videos

Newkirk’s Notes - comments on Las Vegas from AccessVegas.Com publisher Ted Newkirk:

Hello From Las Vegas! If it seems like you just heard from us, I agree… this is a bonus “reader appreciation” issue in celebration of Eight Years of Publishing this newsletter! A little more actually, as we started on May 20, 1999 with just over 450 subscribers. My postings of Las Vegas information online started with contributing to an internet newsgroup in the mid-90’s (newsgroups were old-school message boards) and with demand that I make the information more widely available. My how time flies when you are having fun and we thank each and every one of you for reading!

We have new info in this issue that didn’t make the last couple of newsletters, the current news links you expect, plus a heavier-than-usual dose of reader submitted Las Vegas photos. This is an issue to take your time with and (as with all our issues), save it on your email for later reading.

Typos and Such - If you are a regular reader, you know this newsletter is infamous for not letting a week go by without some minor error. Last week, a sentence about Jimmy buffet slipped into a Jerry Lewis piece (template issue), the week before we had a run-on sentence.

Thanks for your patience in understanding. We have a very small group of people (Myself, Amy, Mark, and Nancy) who crank though an incredible amount of information each week. Press releases, news stories, news links, our photos, your photos, reader feedback, show reviews… I could go on. You literally can’t find another source putting out so much unique and varied Las Vegas info a weekly basis. Minor errors are going to happen. We don’t mind being alerted to them, and we do immediately fix the online version when we goof.

None of us have communications or journalism degrees. We are just a group of long time (five years or greater… almost 15 years in my case) locals who love our city and love giving you the scoop about Las Vegas!

Enjoy This Issue!

---

---

Ronn Lucas Show Open At The New Steve Wyrick Entertainment Complex - International comedian-ventriloquist Ronn Lucas is proud to announce his show, “The Ronn Lucas Show” performing daily at 3 p.m. (Tickets), inside the new Steve Wyrick Entertainment Complex in the Miracle Mile Shops (Desert Passage) at the Aladdin/Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino. “The Ronn Lucas Show”, a favorite for adults and children, is unlike any show in Las Vegas. With his sidekicks Buffalo Billy (the puppet comedian who thinks he’s a ladies’ man) and Scorch (the lovable, green, teenaged dragon) Lucas mixes stand-up comedy, improvisation, audience participation, puppetry and vocal gymnastics to astonish and delight audiences worldwide. Click to Read The Full Story …

Tao Las Vegas Hosts Events Tuesday Through Sunday Nights - TAO Las Vegas located on the Las Vegas Strip at the Venetian Resort Hotel and Casino hosts weekly events for those seeking a trendy and stylish destination. The weekly events are as follows: Temple Tuesday: TAO’s Ultra Lounge offers a relaxed atmosphere, casual attire and house music spun by resident DJ Galeano and special weekly guests. Doors open at 11 p.m. and bottle service is available. Call 800-696-5721 to arrange bottle service or VIP passes.

Jackie Collins Launches Her 25th Book At Harrah’s Las Vegas - Top-Selling Novelist Invites Public To Exclusive Pre-Publication Book Signing Event For “Drop Dead Beautiful” - Jackie Collins, one of the world’s top-selling novelists, will launch her latest book tour in support of DROP DEAD BEAUTIFUL, her 25th sizzling novel that centers on the glamour of Sin City, with a book signing and reading at Harrah’s Las Vegas. Set for Saturday, June 23rd from 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m., the event will be held in The Range Steakhouse at Harrah’s Las Vegas and is open to the public. Click to Read The Full Story …

KC & The Sunshine Band To Play 7/7/07 Mandalay Beach Wedding Reception - Lucky Guests Receive Once-In-A-Lifetime Opportunity - Upping the ante on the lucky 7/7/07 Beach wedding ceremony, Mandalay Bay has signed one of the most popular dance bands of all time to play the reception. Imagine a beach wedding at sunset followed by a lavish dinner with open bar, topped off by the ultimate dance party reception under the stars. All in Las Vegas and on the luckiest day of the year! Now couples will have the unique opportunity to boast “KC & The Sunshine Band played at my wedding reception.” The combined ceremony, offering weddings, renewals and commitment ceremonies, will take place on Mandalay Beach at 8 p.m. Click to Read The Full Story …

Martina McBride To Bring Her 2007 Summer Tour To Mandalay Bay Events Center Friday, July 27 - Country music superstar Martina McBride will bring her 2007 summer tour to the Mandalay Bay Events Center Friday, July 27 at 8 p.m. Country sensation Little Big Town is scheduled to open the show. (Martina McBride Tickets) On April 3, McBride released her ninth album, Waking Up Laughing, which she produced on her own. “Anyway,” the debut single, currently sits at No. 9 after only eight weeks on the country charts, making it her fastest-rising single ever and marks her first songwriting credit. She co-wrote two additional songs on the new album as well. Click to Read The Full Story …

The Mirage Dolphin Habitat Earns Prestigious Honor - Dolphin Care Facility Recognized For Excellence In Marine Mammal Care, Conservation And Education - The Mirage Dolphin Habitat has earned accreditation by one of most respected marine care and conservation societies, the Alliance of Marine Mammal Parks and Aquariums. Collectively, the Alliance represents the greatest expertise in caring for marine mammals in the world. “Members of the Alliance are committed to standards of care that surpass current regulatory requirements of the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal Welfare Act,” said Alliance Executive Director Marilee Menard. “The recent accreditation of The Mirage Dolphin Habitat indicates the facility excels in providing care for their dolphins.” Click to Read The Full Story …

Classic Cigar Art Announces Debut Art Show and Sale - VIP Event Will Launch Two-Day “Timeless Treasures” Showcase - Classic Cigar Art has announced it will launch its debut art show, with a VIP reception on Thursday, June 14 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., followed by a public art show and sale on Friday, June 15 from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Both events will be held at the JW Marriott Conference Center in Summerlin. The display area will evoke the elegance of the “golden age” of the cigar and highlight the show’s theme, “Timeless Treasures.” More than one hundred of Classic Cigar Art’s original, antique lithographs and collections will be on display and available for purchase. Click to Read The Full Story …

---

---

Members Mania - We Love Our Readers!

Reader Submitted Photos:

Hi Ted

My Husband and myself were in Las Vegas June 06 and took loads of photos. This is one of my favourites, which is the Luxor. Here’s looking forward to revisiting in 2008!

Kind Regards,

Claire from rainy England

Click for more Photos of Luxor Las Vegas

---

Hi, Ted,

Our life goal is to move to Las Vegas. In the meantime, we must settle for working and coming out a few times a year. On one of our trips a couple years ago, we were staying at Harrah’s. As we were getting ready to head out for the day, I happened to look out and see the rainbow. Although we didn’t find a pot of gold that day, we did have a fabulous time.

Thanks so much for the fantastic newsletter.

The Benders (currently of CO, soon to be of LV)

Click for more Photos of Mirage Las Vegas

---

Martin C. Grube submitted this Venetian shot with a couple of airplanes high above… on each side of the tower:

Click for more Photos of Venetian Las Vegas

---

Sharon Jagger submitted this shot of the front Liberace Museum, which is located only a few minutes east of The Strip on Tropicana:

If you have a great photo of Las Vegas to share with our readers (can be artistic or just a really enjoyable photo), send them to us at allvegastv@aol.com. Click to more Photos of Wynn Las Vegas.

---

Dear Ted,

My best friend and myself would like to obtain tickets to the Country Music Awards show for next year in May, how would we go about getting those tickets?? Would we be able to get them in Vegas and would we be able to sit among the celebrities or would we have to sit in the nose bleed section?

Also, how would we find out what hotel the Award Show is going to held at? It’s been at the Mirage a few times and this last time it was held at the MGM Grand. Any info will be appreciated.

Love Access Vegas, so much info.

R. Rhodes from Florida

Ted Responds:

Tickets for concerts and award shows go on sale generally 2-4 months in advance (sometimes slightly longer).

We always post ticket information as soon as we are notified it is available in the newsletter and on the site, both in the concert listings in the sidebar of every page, the concert listings in every newsletter, and at our entertainment calendar at http://www.accessvegas.com/entertainment

---

Have a Vegas comment or question? Post To Our Message Boards!

We love to hear from you, and value your feedback! Here’s how to participate:

• Post a trip report to our brand new Trip Report Message Board section! (Simply click on the New Thread option. You may be prompted to register if a fist time user. That keeps our boards safe and spam-free)!
• Post a comment, Vegas suggestion, or question to the appropriate category of our Message Boards.
• Call our recorded comment line at 702-507-0055. We listen to every call.
• Drop us an email at allvegastv@aol.com - We read them all!

Readers Rants, Raves, and Questions - Great reader questions and comments from our Access Vegas Message Boards. Help someone out or post your own comment or question!

• Quite a Pair - Producers hope teaming of Hans Klok, Pamela Anderson does the trick for audiences

  Hans Klok Tickets

• Making It Look Easy - Wayne Brady’s improv gets laughs during his old-time variety show

  Wayne Brady Tickets

• ‘Spamalot’ works despite stretching its material

  Monty Python’s Spamalot Tickets

• Brand consistency leads to ‘La Femme’ name change

  Crazy Horse Las Vegas Tickets

• Law Bans Music Fakes

• Sean Griffin, Chef at Neros Las Vegas

• Diamonds stores are forever in Forum Shops - Three jewelry heavyweights vie to offer high-priced ice

• More controversy surrounding flyers on the Strip

• Australia’s PBL plans partnership in Las Vegas hotel-casino

• Casino Fight: NFL Player Pays Fine

• Jackson Auction, Day 1, Fetches $500,000

• Debate Over Towbin Hummer Flag Continues

• Clint Holmes’ “Just Another Man” Preview Performances

• State Senate Considers Billion Dollar Bond For I-15 Improvements

• McCarran Airport Earns High Grade in Safety

• McCarran ranks 5th best airport in the nation

• Tour Las Vegas’ Natural History at The Springs Preserve

• Taking It All In Stride - Entertainer Clint Holmes uses own troubles as fodder for musical

• Waiting Game - Difficulty getting in and out at Rao’s taints dining experience

• Champ ready as World Series starts - Poker tournament opens today; main event next month

• Exec speaks; Binion’s rumors fly

• Flying to LV a breeze - Summer winds help Southwest limit delays, add flights

• As Las Vegas grows, local residents fret, Lied study suggests - Report says developers, educators challenged by swelling population

• Busting Out - Hotels see promise in European pools as extension of Vegas nightclub scene

• Juhl reaches tenth floor

• Wet ‘n Wild site project proceeding, official says

• Oscar entertains Kiki’s arena query

• Fired Up - Bellagio art gallery to feature exhibit on Picasso’s ceramics

• Sahara to get some high-profile glitz

• V at Lake Las Vegas launches condos sales

• Kyle Canyon plan has nostalgic aim

• ‘Yonkers Joe’ seeking extras

• Site work under way for Windmill Lane Plaza - Office, retail park already half-leased, developer says

• Balloon pilot delights in drifting above din

• Med school grads leaving - Most do residency training elsewhere

• Private-equity investors may map future of Strip growth

• Speculators sniff around Gold Spike

• Trump time - Developer says wait to enter Las Vegas market worthwhile

• ‘Dreamgirls’ fan takes note of star

• An unprecedented era of one-upmanship waged by rival billionaires Kirk Kerkorian, Steve Wynn, Sheldon Adelson and Trump

• St. George tour gives visitors a taste of yesteryear

• Comedy veteran exploring new digs

• Speed: The Ride may be what you need

Coming Hot Holidays - The following dates are huge times to be in Las Vegas, and rooms are in high demand. Booking in advance is the best way to save. Visit our friends at I4Vegas Discount Las Vegas Reservations and spend one of the following hot dates having fun in Las Vegas:

• Fathers Day June 17
• Independence Day July 4
• Civic Holiday (Canada) August 6 (3 day weekend)
• Labor Day September 1-3 (3 day weekend)
• Columbus Day (USA), Thanksgiving Day (Canada) October 6-8 (3 day weekend)
• Christmas December 25 (4 day weekend - Christmas on Tuesday)
• New Year’s Eve-Day December 29 - January 1 (4 day weekend - New Years on Tuesday)

Link To Us! - Have a home page, web page, or blog? Link to us, and give yourself and your friends a quick link to find us from your site. Simply link to http://www.accessvegas.com and name the link Access Vegas!

RSS Feed - We now have an RSS/XML feed! Most RSS programs let you visit AccessVegas.com and automatically pull the feed. For those who want to enter it manually, the feed is:
http://www.accessvegas.com/xml/whats-hot.xml

Share the info: Click to Email this newsletter to a friend!

---

---

For comments or questions regarding our content or this newsletter write us at allvegastv@aol.com.

New to the list? See our Newsletter Archives for back issues and subscription info. Don’t hesitate to forward this newsletter to friends and associates.

All contents copyright 2007 Ted Newkirk. All Rights Reserved.

June 3, 2007 ISSN: 1529-2770 About Us Privacy Policy

Proud Member:

Comments(0)