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Access Vegas Insider Vibe - October 31, 2007

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Hello From Las Vegas! Last week was very hazy here, as a result of the massive California wildfires. Although it made for some beautiful sunsets, the smell of smoke was definitely in the air. Southern California sends a significant percentage of visitors to Las Vegas every year because of the proximity and I imagine we have many, many readers who were either directly affected by the fires or know people who were. Our thoughts are with all of you.

As many of you have seen on the news, long-time Las Vegas resident Robert Goulet passed away earlier this week. Those not familiar with his long career as a performer and singer might know him more recently from his Emerald Nuts commercial.

Goulet was one of a handful of world-renowned entertainers who actually made Las Vegas his home. Even some of the more famous names that perform here regularly at most often just rent a home or stay in a hotel suite just for their run. Jay Leno (Tickets) and Barry Manilow (Tickets) actually fly home every single night. (Yes, Barry Manilow is reported to fly in from his home in Palm Springs every single show. Up to five nights a week).

More importantly, he was involved in the community and extremely well-liked. Our local paper had these two articles:

Lots of reports that Barbra Streisand is coming out of retirement for the opening of Planet Hollywood in a couple of weeks. That is all we know. Do I care? No. Will we let you know more when we know more? Of course!

The redesign of the cocktail waitress uniforms at The Rio (featured in our October 17′th newsletter with photo) prompted a story in the Image section of the Las Vegas Review-Journal about some of the more sexy cocktail outfits in Las Vegas. You can read it (with photos): Ultra-Revealing

The Frontier (officially known as The New Frontier) will be imploded Nov. 13 at 2:30 a.m. This date appears to be very firm. If you have never witnessed a Las Vegas implosion, this may be your last chance in years. With the economy slowing a bit and construction already in progress throughout the next few years schedules on various projects (CityCenter, Frontier replacement, Palazzo), there doesn’t appear to be any new massive scale projects on the horizon that will require implosion of an existing structure.

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Wendy’s 3-Tour Challenge Tees Off At Reflection Bay Golf Club In Lake Las Vegas Resort, November 13 - Now in it’s 11th year at Lake Las Vegas Resort, the Wendy’s 3-Tour Challenge – a nationally televised professional golf tournament benefiting the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption – hits the links of Reflection Bay Golf Club on Tuesday, Nov. 13, 2007. The Wendy’s 3-Tour Challenge is the only professional golf tournament to pit three players from the PGA, LPGA and Champions Tours against each other in a head-to-head competition for tour bragging rights and a share of the $1 million purse. Each threesome consists of one player from each tour engaging in two separate, nine-hole stroke-play matches. Click to Read The Full Story …

Golden Nugget Ropes-in National Finals Rodeo Icons, Gives Away Truck - The Golden Nugget announces its entertainment line-up and casino promotions for National Finals Rodeo Dec. 5 through 15. The hotel and casino will bring rodeo’s hottest names in country and rock ‘n’ roll music for special live performances in both its intimate, 600-seat Showroom and brand new 11,000 square foot event center, The Grand. Click to Read The Full Story …

Paris Las Vegas To Light Its Eiffel Tower Red To Launch Weeklong Beaujolais Nouveau Celebration - Spectacles, Special Culinary Offerings, Wine Tasting At Check-in And Rock ‘n Roll Wine Bash Highlight 2007 Wine Release - Paris Las Vegas will light the 50-story replica of the Eiffel Tower red at midnight on the morning of Thursday, November 15th to launch a week of Beaujolais Nouveau festivities celebrating the release of the 2007 wine. This is the first property wide Beaujolais Nouveau celebration in the history of Paris Las Vegas. Honoring the long tradition regulated by French law, Beaujolais Nouveau is released no sooner than the third Thursday of November, when it is ready for consumption just six weeks after the harvest. Click to Read The Full Story …

Two Famed Restaurateurs To Open Mermaid Inn And Taro’s By Mikuni At The Village At Queensridge, New Las Vegas Mixed-Use Development - Two world-class restaurateurs are heading to the northwest Las Vegas suburbs to open Mermaid Inn and Taro’s By Mikuni for their first foray out of their respective New York and California markets. Danny Abrams, owner of Manhattan’s acclaimed seafood restaurant Mermaid Inn and founder of Prohibition, the popular 1920’s speakeasy-style bar in NYC, is bringing both concepts to The Village at Queensridge, www.tvqr.com, a 29 acre mixed-use neighborhood rising at the edge of Summerlin in Las Vegas. Click to Read The Full Story …

Vegas Photo Set Of The Week: Circus Circus and Adventuredone Photos - With an entrance marked by a 123-foot laughing neon clown, Circus Circus has been a permanent figure on The Strip for nearly four decades. Home to the world’s largest permanent circus, and Adventuredome, the world’s largest indoor theme park which   features 23 rides and attractions. Many of the worlds most accomplished trapeze artists, high-wire acts and aerialists are showcased at the Circus Circus Midway Stage, which presents complimentary performances throughout the day.



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Hi Ted,

Thanks for a great Newsletter, I get loads of useful and accurate information from AccessVegas.com.

I’ve had eleven holidays in Las Vegas in the last ten years and it gets better every time.

I took this photo of the Stratosphere last September, it’s not my favourite, I’ve got a great one of my husband eating a Fatburger!

Roll on Christmas day, we’re going again for two weeks!

Regards,

Steph Hansen (Salisbury, UK)


Dear Ted,

Thanks again for the latest newsletter. We’re always waiting to get the latest news. All the infos are really useful - regarding our last stays at Vegas. And we’re looking forward to our next visit (next year).

Greetings from Germany,

Oliver and Diana


Coming to Vegas. My partner is a country music fan. Any place in Vegas with country music please? Also, could you recommend any day tours outside Vegas (not very expansive)?

We did Grand Canyon last year. We are also very interested in the Monument Valley, but we know its too far from Vegas to go there. Is there anywhere with something similar to Monument Valley nearer to Vegas or the Colorado River?

Thank You,

Franrow (screen name)

Ted Responds:

The only thing really “country” left on The Strip is Toby Keith’s Bar and Grill at Harrah’s. The people running Gilly’s (formerly at the soon-to-be-imploded) Frontier have opened Stoney’s Rockin’ County. The good news is that it is huge, fun, and you don’t have to be a country fan to enjoy it.

The bad news (for tourists) is that it is down on the “new” South Strip about 7 miles south of Mandalay Bay. To get their on the cheap, you would take The Deuce (public bus that runs The Strip) all the way to where it ends at the South Strip Transfer Center, then transfer to Bus Route 117 for the rest of the ride. Links for this:

Per your tour questions, in 2008 we plan to do much more tour coverage. Many don’t think about the amazing scenic opportunities that are so close to Las Vegas! For those looking for great prices on a huge variety of area tours, we suggest visiting our partners at Travelnice: Travel Nice Tours Page

Let me suggest the following tours (in descending order of price) that may fit your interests:

Hope this helps. Have fun!


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Access Vegas Insider Vibe - October 24, 2007

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

Ted is taking a well deserved rest and celebrating his birthday this week. Please enjoy this report prepared by staff:

Associate Editor: Amy Rayner-Cooley
News Researcher/Editor: Mark Jacobs



Good Luck Tikis Appear On The Las Vegas Strip To Mark Opening Of Trader Vic’s Restaurant - The famed four-mile stretch of the glittering Las Vegas Strip was reminiscent of Easter Island today, as one hundred tiki statues “mysteriously” appeared to mark the opening of the Trader Vic’s restaurant at the Miracle Mile Shops at the Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino. Origins unknown, the tikis are definitely friendly. Tourists are invited to take pictures with the tikis and rub them for good luck. Casino gamblers infused with tiki-power can expect much good fortune, and Trader Vic’s apologizes in advance to casino operators who can expect payouts of record jackpots today. Click to Read The Full Story …

David Copperfield’s An Intimate Evening Of Grand Illusion Announces Special Holiday Engagements At MGM Grand’s Hollywood Theatre - Master magician and illusionist David Copperfield will return to MGM Grand’s intimate 740-seat Hollywood Theatre for special holiday performances scheduled from November 15 through November 28, and December 20 through January 2. (Tickets) Copperfield will ring-in 2008 with a special midnight balloon drop following his 10:30 performance on December 31. David Copperfield, whom the New York Times calls “our era’s giant of magic,” is touting An Intimate Evening Of Grand Illusion as his most spectacular stage show ever. Dazzling new illusions include “Lottery,” one of the most incredible predictions in the history of magic. Click to Read The Full Story …

Tabu Presents Premier DJ, Aaron Lacrate, To Tear It Up With A Spine-Chilling Performance On The Spookiest Night Of The Year, October 31 - “Get Your Wig On” At The Hottest Hair-Raising Halloween Bash On The Strip - On Halloween night, October 31, DJ Aaron LaCrate will bring pure madness to the seductive Tabú Ultra Lounge. With his pulsating hard-dance beats, LaCrate will captivate the masses and rip-up the dance floor as club goers celebrate the fright-filled evening. (Table reservations/bottle service: 800-696-5721). All-star DJ and producer Aaron LaCrate has become the most envied talent in the industry threatening to take over with his distinguishable music. Click to Read The Full Story …

Studio 54’s Legendary Spookfest, Nightmare On 54th Street, Haunts Again October 26-31 - Las Vegas’ Premier Nightclub Transforms Into A Haunted Haven For A Wicked Weekend Of Costume Parties, Spooktacular Performances And Cash Prizes - This ghoulish season, legendary nightclub Studio 54 inside of MGM Grand presents its 10th annual Halloween celebration: Nightmare on 54th Street. Beginning Friday, October 26 through Wednesday, October 31, Studio 54 will host the spookiest Halloween soirees on The Strip as the illustrious nightclub transforms into a frightful playground complete with scintillating devils and seductive angels. (Table reservations/bottle service: 800-696-5721). From spine-chilling costume contests and cash prizes totaling nearly $10,000 to eerie special live performances and acts, Studio 54 will be the place to party for the scariest time of year. Click to Read The Full Story …

REO Speedwagon Set To Perform At Buffalo Bill’s Star Of The Desert Arena - REO Speedwagon is best known for their classic hits such as “Can’t Fight This Feeling,” “Keep On Loving You,” “Time For Me To Fly” and “Take It On The Run.” REO Speedwagon has sold more than 40 million records and scored 13 Top 40 singles, two of which topped the charts. REO Speedwagon will perform at Buffalo Bill’s Star of the Desert Arena in Primm, Nevada on Saturday, Nov. 3 at 8 p.m. (Tickets) Click to Read The Full Story …

Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino To Host 2008 Miss America Live! - Two-Hour Event Returns To Las Vegas And Will Air Live On TLC Saturday, January 26, 2008 - The 2008 Miss America Live! event returns to Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino in Las Vegas for a week of preliminary competitions, culminating in a totally revamped live telecast on TLC, Saturday, January 26 at 8 p.m. ET. The announcement was made in a joint release by Planet Hollywood, the Miss America Organization and TLC. “We think it is only fitting that 52 of the most beautiful girls on the planet should be here at Planet Hollywood,” said Michael Mecca, president and CEO of Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino. “We are delighted to have the Miss America Live! event returning to our property and we look forward to wowing the contestants with the property’s complete transformation.” Click to Read The Full Story …

Inspirada Holds Fall Festival For People And Their Pups - The New Henderson Community To Hold Dog Walk To Raise Money For Henderson Police K-9 Organization - Inspirada, a new master-planned community in Henderson will hold its first Fall Festival and Howl at the Moon Dog Walk on Saturday, October 27, 2007 from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. The free Fall Festival, which will be held throughout Inspirada’s first village, Solista, and its park, will include trick-or-treating at the community’s model homes, free pumpkins and decorating, professional pumpkin carving demonstrations, Halloween-inspired face painting, crafts, games, music and delicious food and treats. Click to Read The Full Story …

Dr. Constantine George Offers Experts Tips On How To Stay Healthy While Traveling This Holiday Season - With the hustle and bustle of the holidays, you may find yourself stranded in an airport with crowds of sneezing and wheezing travelers, enduring long commutes on a bus or train or having to touch the not-so-sanitary taxi door handle. Constantine George, MD of Southern Hills Hospital in Las Vegas, Nevada advises travelers how to stay health during flu season while traveling. Q: What is my risk for acquiring the influenza during my travels? Click to Read The Full Story …

The Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Celebrates Halloween with Spooktacular Events - Body English is gearing up for Halloween by inviting partygoers to flaunt their best costumes and awarding prizes and cash giveaways to the best dressed individuals. (Table reservations/bottle service: 800-696-5721). Body English, along with sponsor Leg Avenue, will be giving away over 150 costumes. Ladies entering before midnight drink free champagne. Click to Read The Full Story …



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  • 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)

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Access Vegas Insider Vibe - October 17, 2007

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

Hello From Las Vegas! Never a dull moment around here. The Venetian’s new Palazzo Tower is topped out and looks finished as a building. They are working around the clock on interior and ground level exterior in preparation for a late December opening.

The resort in part gives this description of what is coming:

The Palazzo Casino Resort will include over 375 concierge-level suites and will also include six villas (up to 11,000 square feet each) which will have 3-4 bedrooms, 3.5-4.5 baths, extensive living areas, media rooms, private pools, private jacuzzis, private salons, massage areas, heated spas, personal gyms and, in some cases, private putting greens.

The presidential suites and the villas will also offer private butler services. The Palazzo hotel will have 296 multi-room suites, including six presidential suites. The Palazzo hotel will also have an elaborate pool deck (with seven pools, gardens, sculptures, cabanas and fountains) and an adjacent spa facility.


Rendering of Palazzo Las Vegas

Las Vegas Taxi Fares On The Rise - I guess long-hauling you and trying to divert you to places you otherwise didn’t ask to go (so they can get a fat kick-back) just isn’t enough. This according to the Las Vegas Review-Journal:

Beginning Oct. 1, passengers will be charged $3.30 for the initial cost of hiring a cab, or drop fee, a dime increase from the current rate. The cost per hour for the time spent traveling slower than 8-12 mph, known as the wait-time charge, will rise to $28 from $22. Even before the increases approved last month, those fees were higher than similar charges in Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco and Chicago.

Drivers complain they don’t make as much money in Las Vegas as they would elsewhere because of the close proximity of the city’s prime destinations. McCarran International Airport is a four-mile trip to the Strip, and most of the hotels are located within a short drive, Jones noted.

The last paragraph would hold more water if the local cabbies weren’t famous for long-hauling customers on a regular basis (which I discuss and condemn every few months in this column). I’ve been long hauled many times and I’ll share a few of those stories in my next podcast (coming soon). For those wanting to read the full story, go to Taxi fares keep pace with nation’s highest

We have Hanna Montana tickets in all cities of the current tour. Brace yourself because they are resale tickets (pretty much every show sold out instantly) so good seats are going to be a little spendy. However… if your teen or tween watches you go off and enjoy yourself in Las Vegas, this is a great way to spend some time with them and calm some of that guilt! Tickets at Hanna Montana Tickets

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Roger “El Matador” Huerta vs. “The Carpenter” Clay Guida At The Ultimate Fighter Season 6 Finale Live From The Pearl At The Palms Saturday, December 8 - Rising UFC superstar Roger “El Matador” Huerta (20-1-1) headlines his first nationally-televised fight card as he takes on hard-hitting Clay “The Carpenter” Guida in a battle of top lightweight contenders on Spike TV, Saturday, December 8 at 9:00pm ET/PT. (Tickets) The fight takes place live from the Pearl at the Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas, featuring Huerta vs. Guida, and the two season finalists from The Ultimate Fighter 6: Team Serra vs. Hughes. Click to Read The Full Story …

The “Best of Las Vegas” Gets Even Better! Rio’s Bevertainers Spice It Up With Sexier Costumes - Voted as “Best Cocktail Server” by the Las Vegas Review Journal’s “Best of Las Vegas” four years in a row, the Bevertainers at Rio-All Suite Hotel & Casino are sexier than ever with brand new attire sure to tantalize the senses. The new costume was designed by Meg DeAgostini, wardrobe supervisor for Dick Foster Productions, to create immediate sex appeal. The lace material sprinkled with black diamond stones teases the eye by revealing a little skin and exuding elegance. Complimented with black suede shoes, the female Bevertainer captures the essence of glamour and class. Each individual’s style and appearance allows for their personalities to shine in their new attire. Click to Read The Full Story …

Master Keg Tapper Too - The Monte Carlo’s Master Magician Lance Burton taps the keg at the Hofbrauhaus on Sunday, Oct. 7th in honor of Octoberfest. His name was on the marquee. This is the third year he has done the honors. He recently completed a 90-minute TV special that will air in Germany this December. His friend Gabriella joins him on stage at the Hofbrauhaus. Lance Burton Tickets

Bjork To Perform At The Pearl At The Palms December 15 - One of the most influential and unique singer-songwriters of all time, Bjork is set to play The Pearl at the Palms Casino Resort on Saturday, December 15, 2007 at 8 p.m. with special guests Ratatat. (Tickets) Born in Reykjavik, Iceland, Bjork showed an interest in music very early in life. She studied classical music in elementary school and her stepfather recorded and released her first album when she was only 11. Throughout her teens, she was in several bands, mostly punk rock, including Spit & Snot, Exodus, Jam 80, Tappi Tikarrass and Kukl. Click to Read The Full Story …

Harmon Theatre In Krave Offers Fun Shows - “Little Legends” Little People, Big Show At 5 p.m.; “Bottoms Up II: Burlesque Strikes Back” Back Again - It may seem like a May-December marriage but it works in Las Vegas where at 10 p.m. the Harmon Theatre revs up into the KRAVE Nightclub six nights a week catering to the alternative lifestyle. “Little Legends” Little People, Big Show is without a doubt the Biggest Little Show in Las Vegas. (Tickets) If you want to see Mini Britney sing and dance live come and see Terra Jole with her dancer Abdoul and Adam. Check out Terra’s web site at http://www.mini-britney.com/ The San Antonio native began singing at age five. The upbeat Litter Person loves showbiz. Click to Read The Full Story …

New ‘Crazy Girl’ Jennifer Stowe Danced Since Age 3 - Ohio Native Has Bachelor’s Degree In Engineering But Prefers Showbiz - Jennifer Stowe moved to Las Vegas from Trenton a small town in Ohio growing up as an only child and moving on to getting her bachelor’s degree in engineering from Wright State University. Jennifer said, “I began dancing at age 3 and my father passed away when I was young. I was a cheerleader-dancer for the university basketball team. I did the same thing in high school too. I came to Las Vegas the day after I graduated at age 21 and drove here to be a showgirl. (Crazy Girls Tickets) Click to Read The Full Story …

Innovative Dining Group’s Sushi Roku Is Bringing Spooky Back - This Halloween, Sushi Roku offers some creative menu items for the frightening holiday. Guests can enjoy the Sushi Roku Jack O’lantern along with the scary scrumptious shot Okiku. Click to Read The Full Story …



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  • 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)

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Access Vegas Insider Vibe - October 10, 2007

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

Hello From Las Vegas! The days are getting shorter, making it the perfect time of year to be visiting. The sunsets are spectacular and few experiences compare to watching The Strip light up around 6:30 PM this time of year. If you can’t be here, enjoy our Las Vegas at Dusk photo gallery which is one of our most popular.

Side Note: We debut a new photo gallery later this fall. The software we use on the current one is from a number of years ago, and we are looking forward to upgrading the look and functionality.

Might As Well Jump - Van Halen is finally on the road (minus bass player Michael Anthony) for the tour everyone thought would never happen. We all had a favorite band or music artist growing up and Van Halen was mine. As noted later in the newsletter, they play the MGM for two shows at the end of the year.

But… if you can’t make it here, treat yourself when they hit your area. We have prime seats for virtually every show stashed away, waiting for you! Check out Van Halen Tickets

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James Taylor Comes To Mandalay Bay Events Center - Legendary singer and songwriter James Taylor, whose songs have had a profound influence on both songwriters and music lovers of all generations, will perform at the Mandalay Bay Events Center Saturday, Nov. 10. (Tickets) The show is scheduled to begin at 8 p.m. Throughout the course of his long career, Taylor has earned 40 gold, platinum and multi-platinum awards and five Grammy Awards for a catalog running from 1970’s Sweet Baby James to his Grammy Award-winning efforts Hourglass (1997) and October Road (2002). Click to Read The Full Story …

Rick Springfield & Eddie Money Set To Perform At Buffalo Bill’s Star Of The Desert Arena - Rick Springfield and Eddie Money will perform at Buffalo Bill’s Star of the Desert Arena in Primm, Nevada on Saturday, Oct. 20 at 8 p.m. (Tickets) Rick Springfield is a legendary songwriter, musician and actor. As a musician, he is best known for the 1981 hit single “Jessie’s Girl,” which became a Grammy award-winning landmark of the pop-rock era. Eddie Money is another great American rock musician and singer who found success in the 1980’s with a string of pop hits and platinum albums. Click to Read The Full Story …

Van Halen To Perform At MGM Grand Garden Arena - Rock legends Van Halen will embark on a concert tour throughout the United States and Canada, with its original lead singer David Lee Roth, for the first time in more than 22 years. The tour will stop at the MGM Grand Garden Arena for two nights, Friday, Dec. 28 and Sunday, Dec. 30 (Tickets). Both shows are scheduled to begin at 8 p.m. with special guest Ky-mani Marley. Click to Read The Full Story …

Hooters Casino Hotel Will Have Crowds Roaring With Laughter At New Game Show, “Bonk” - Beginning Sunday, September 16, Hooters Casino Hotel’s Night Owl Showroom will welcome the hilarious new game show, “BONK” running Sunday through Friday at 3 p.m. for only $14.95 a ticket. This entertaining game show will keep the entire audience involved from start to finish with its tricky questions, physical mayhem, and out-of-this-world laughter for an experience that is all comedy! Click to Read The Full Story …

Her Hometown With “This Time Around, ‘A Tribute To Las Vegas’ Benefiting Children’s Miracle Network” At Suncoast Hotel And Casino October 24 - The Special Event, Which Will Include A Pre-Show Cocktail Party With A Silent Auction, Is On The Eve Of Vegas’ Highly Anticipated NHRA Drag Race Weekend Featuring Five Time World Champion Racer David Rampy. Happily responding to overwhelming demand from her fans, beloved Las Vegas singer and entertainer Sandy Kastel makes her first hometown appearance since the recent release of her standards-studded debut album This Time Around on Wednesday, October 24 at the Suncoast Hotel and Casino. Click to Read The Full Story …

Andrea Bocelli To Bring December Tour To MGM Grand Garden Arena Saturday, December 1 - International superstar Andrea Bocelli returns to the United States for select concert dates beginning Saturday, Dec. 1 at MGM Grand. (Tickets) This must-see show will feature the celebrated tenor performing some of his most famous opera arias, as well as pop and love songs from his greatest hits collection, The Best Of Andrea Bocelli — Vivere. Joining Bocelli on tour is longtime conductor Steven Mercurio and special guest Tony Award-winner Heather Headley, who performed “The Prayer,” a duet with Bocelli for his live DVD concert, Under The Desert Sky. Click to Read The Full Story …



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Hi Ted,

I really enjoy the newsletter and the infrequent podcasts. The podcasts are the way I first became aware of your great insights. I hope you can keep it up.

This is a picture I shot while walking back to Bellagio one fine evening in early June this year. I was pleased with it.

How about giving us some advice as to where we might find some nice, quiet, cocktail lounges where we could hear some smooth jazz, a la piano bar or small combo, singer, etc. You get the idea. I’ve been coming to Vegas ever since my parents took us kids to stay at the Dunes, Riviera and Tropicana. I’m now 66 years old and I still like to visit every few months or so. But, except for the Baccarat Lounge at Bellagio, I haven’t been able to find many others. Can you help?

Keep up the good work.

David Durbin
McKinleyville, CA

Ted Responds:

This is a very frequent question and one I’m happy to answer a couple of times a year here in the newsletter. The one constant (and best kept secret) is The Range Steakhouse at Harrah’s. They have live smooth music every evening in their lounge. You get in the elevator in the noisy casino and seconds later you are in this upscale, comfortable restaurant lounge overlooking The Strip from the second floor.

Also, the local smooth jazz station has an event calendar that highlights other smooth jazz concerts, many of which are free and in or near tourism areas. Unfortunately, the station does not stream online.

P.S. Great photo! We will soon be resuming our regular computer wallpaper offerings and will probably make this available to people full size to put on their desktop!


Hi,

I would like you to know how great your newsletter is and how much I enjoy it. My husband and I visit Las Vegas at least once or twice a year. Your newsletter helps me immensely while planning for our next trip. I also enjoy reading it just to keep up on what is happening in Our favorite city Las Vegas.

However, I am having a problem. I receive your newsletter in my email but it doesn’t show the contents. I thought that maybe I should cancel my subscription and then resubmit for a new subscription. Could you advise me on what may be wrong or what would correct this problem.

Thanks for the terrific newsletter. Keep up the good work.

Marlene Hayes

Ted Responds:

Hotmail blocks users inbound and outbound mail without the users consent. Reference the web story Hotmail spam filters block outgoing e-mail

We have no control over it. You may wish to switch to a provider that doesn’t block your email without your knowledge. AOL and Gmail both do a great job of filtering spam without censoring/blocking your incoming and outgoing email.

Also, we do post a link to the latest newsletter on the main page at AccessVegas.com so if you at least get the email with the newsletter (even if it is blank sometimes), feel free to read the issue online. Many do simply because they find it easier to read online in a full browser window.

P.S. Readers who aren’t Hotmail/Live users may wish to pass along that news story to friends who are. They might not know if they are missing some email from time-to-time.


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