August 2014 Posts, Page 2

It’s time to take a trip back to when prohibition was in full swing and the underground world of booze, tobacco and all-around depravity was an attractive lifestyle for many.

Opening this Friday, Sept. 12 is the high-energy, cheeky new show LIMELIGHT premiering at The Plaza Hotel & Casino. It’s a chance to experience a unique twist and creative endeavor onstage. A show that breaks the commonality and norm of the regular Vegas scene by integrating a strong storyline portrayed through dancing, singing, comedic vignettes, and awe-inspiring costumes.

As we sit on elegant couches inside of the Delano’s new Franklin bar and lounge with dimly lit lighting and a soundtrack to match, Sarah Johnson orders a round of Timmermans Oude Gueuze for the table.

My question as to where to get sour beers in Vegas was met promptly with her ordering the Timmermans. The tart, sour beer satisfied my thirst as Johnson, a soft spoken and brilliant woman of 36-years-old, discussed her vision for broadening the beer landscape in Las Vegas.

It’s fall in Vegas and that means it’s time to pull out your leather jackets and get your hard rock on because the lineup of concerts headed to town is pretty amazing. We know you’ll enjoy a cocktail while jamming to you favorite artist, or for this fall season, several of your favorite artists. Check it out below.

Limp Bizkit with special guest Machine Gun Kelly – Sept. 16
House of Blues Las Vegas

Big Head Todd & The Monsters – Sept. 12
Brooklyn Bowl Las Vegas

Descending down the casino escalator pure Rain Man-style, pulling all night benders á la Fear & Loathing, or just a Wolfpack outing towards a Hangover, movies usually inspire the best of your Vegas Vacation. We decided to show you the best ways to act out your favorite Vegas movie scenes while visiting the City of Sin.

The Hangover

The Rio Hotel & Casino is a unique property to Las Vegas for one awesome reason - all of its rooms are suites. That's right, all of them. You can't NOT book a suite at The Rio. This isn't a bad problem to have, in our opinion, for a couple of reasons;

1. Keeps it classy.
2. The views of the Strip are awesome when you're situated a little west of the main drag.

While you're staying at The Rio, be sure you don't miss out on a few of our favorite gems inside.

Murphy's Law exists in Vegas, just like everywhere else. But when you're all dolled up and hitting the Strip in your best 'fit, beauty mishaps are completely unwelcome. Luckily, we've found the tips & tricks you need to remember to be armed and ready at the first sign of a beauty-mergency.

It's the most recognizable piece of signage that Las Vegas has going for it, but what do you really know about this legendary "Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas" sign that's situated right at the beginning of The Strip? Well, for starters, this sign does not mark the actual city limits of Las Vegas. It's about 4 miles south, technically, but both locals and tourists disregard the city limits and call the whole metro area "Las Vegas." Because we can do what we want. This is America, and Las Vegas is the epitome of the Wild West.

The very definition of a gastropub is essentially a pub that serves high-quality food. The concept has been around for years, but as of late, the gastropub scene has been growing and we couldn’t be more excited. What’s better than a full menu of world-class beer options coupled with one-of-a-kind culinary pairings that are out of this world? Yeah, we thought you’d like it too.

Calling all football lovers – whether you’re into NFL or NCAA – if you’re headed to Vegas, don’t miss a single game while you’re on your trip. We’ve got every type of game-day ambiance for you to find your football groove in Sin City.

If you’re headed to Vegas and you’ve got to leave the bike behind, not to fret, there are ample places in Sin City to rent a motorcycle and even more options for opening it up on the road.

First things first, acquiring a rental.