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The 2024 Superbowl will be in Las Vegas (so I was told).
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Fontainbleu
I just got back from the strip to check on this hotel. It is really tall, around seventy floors. The opening date is set for Dec. 13. Anyway, that is what I was told. I personally do not like buildings … Continue reading →
Buffets
Buffets used to be available at just about every hotel/casino in Las Vegas. But first and foremost at the strip. It was, in fact, a major selling point. Not so much for me. I almost always eat the same amount, … Continue reading →
Primm Update
I stopped by about a week ago because I needed money. One part of Primm is actually in California. The town was formerly called Stateline. Anyway, I picked up a handful of lottery tickets. The line of customers snaked clear … Continue reading →
New Flamingo Road Overpass
A new Flamingo Road overpass across the strip is now open to traffic. It was built to ease traffic flow during the upcoming F1 race down the strip. We do not know if this will be a permanent feature, or … Continue reading →
Taylor Swift Eras Tour Las Vegas Schedule 2024
I know you Swifties have been clamoring for this.So, here is her schedule for ’24, and where to get tickets. Her Las Vegas shows do not begin until the latter part of 2024. Oct. and Nov. The Oct. 18, 19, … Continue reading →
Hotel Renovations
A major Fremont St. hotel is undergoing a $100 million renovation. It also will add more slot machines. What else?, those improvements need to be paid for without hurting the bottom line.
Continue reading →Gaming Revenue
Las Vegas keeps growing and growing. There just is no way of stopping it. Latest gaming revenues show an increase of about 6% at the strip and 4% down town. These are not small numbers, although they look it on … Continue reading →
Labor Unrest
The Las Vegas Culinary Union is out on strike for better wages and benefits. This is no small matter. At last count this uion had about 45,000 members. From what we understand it is a warning strike so far, not … Continue reading →
October Room Rates
The average room rates at the strip are now about $200. per night, down town $100. per night. Keep in mind some rates are much higher. We also did not add those crazy extra charges hotels like to add. As … Continue reading →
New Hotel Casino
News is out that a new hotel/casino will be built at the Forum Shops. We do not have any detals as of now, but we will keep you posted.
Continue reading →Las Vegas Aces
Despite injuries the Aces managed to bring home a rare repeat, but just barely. A 70 to 69 score cannot be called overwhelming or dominating. But still, a win is a win, especially when it happens away, in New York … Continue reading →
Hoover Dam Poster
A nice poster with Hoover Dam and its builders. We are eager to help local artists and are donating this expensive are. We have three books this month. They are: Nevada a Strange State, Silveropolis and The Great Lake Mead … Continue reading →
Nevada/Las Vegas Books Worth Reading
Here are a few selections that are worth your time and money.
Continue reading →The Journey of Death – Journada del Muerto
The last 55 miles from the Muddy River to the Las Vegas valley. Not a drop of water. travelers tried to do that stretch by night. Consider this: 55 miles does not sound like much, but in those days travelers … Continue reading →
Bellagio Arboretum
The Free Parking Detective
Some hotels can never be satisfied. They want to charge for parking. That twenty bucks should be left to the gambler. He/she will stick it in the slot machine anyway. But we are here to spoil those nefarious plans. We … Continue reading →
The Sphere
The Sphere is now open for business. Here is something that is downright astounding. It is an entertainment venue in the shape of a ball, a really large ball. It is 300 feet across. And because it is a ball … Continue reading →
Las Vegas Perfume
We were able to discover only one legitimate perfume producer in the greater Las Vegas area. It is ultra secret, keeps its recipes under lock and key. Its perfume is marketed under the brand name “DAM” perfume. It is located … Continue reading →
Hershey’s Chocolate World
3790 S. Las Vegas Blvd. Inside the New York New York. More than 800 different chocolates. According to their website. We dod not count them all. http://www.hersheyschocolateslv.com We try to help local artists by donating this valuable space. This month … Continue reading →
The Naked City
The area behind the Stratosphere and bordering the I -15. Pretty nasty now, but when I arrived in Vegas, around 1975 it was nice. We called it the “Naked City” or Silicon Valley” on account of the show girls who … Continue reading →
The Only 18 Hole Golf Course at Center Strip.
There were a few golf courses right on the strip. That’s what made it so attractive. I worked at the Dunes. Between the Dunes and the freeway (I- 15), was a large golf course. Another golf course was where the … Continue reading →
The Volcano
At Treasure Island, next to the blvd. It erupts at certain intervals. Quite a spectacle. It will be removed next year together with the hotel, to make room for something bigger and better. http://www.treasureisland.com We are very interested in helping … Continue reading →
Tournament of Kings
At the Excalibur hotel. Very interesting medieval style jousting show with horses, knights and lots of swords. The audience sits on the sides eating chicken without forks or knives, but plenty of napkins. http://www.excalibur.mgmresorts.com We donate this expensive space to … Continue reading →
COCA COLA Store
3785 S.Las Vegas Blvd. It is really large, with souvenirs of all kinds. Everything in the store has the Coca Cola logo. http://www.us.cocacola.com We try to help our local artist community as much as possible, and donate this expensive space. … Continue reading →
M+M World
3785 S. Las Vegas Blvd. in the Showcase mall. More M+M than you thought possible. Souvenirs also. It is the same mall that has the Coca Cola store. The colorful containers you see in the image are all different color … Continue reading →
The Guitar
In the old days hotels in Las Vegas were mostly all laid out in a similar pattern. The footprint was a three corner star. slot machines up front, cashiers cage and restaurants in the back. Very simple. The cage was … Continue reading →
The Linq Promenade
When I first arrived in Las Vegas it was an alley, next to the Flamingo, with the Linq hotel facing it. on the north side. Now it is a mini entertainment district with bars, restaurants, a Brooklyn Bowl. All anchored … Continue reading →
The Beach
3950 S.Las Vegas Blvd. at Mandalay Bay. At eleven acres (450,000sq.ft) this could be the largest pool in the country, maybe the world. I checked other pools around the world. They are all lagoons that have been converted to pools. … Continue reading →
The Fan District
Between the Mandalay Bay, Luxor and Delano . It was created for sports fans, the Allegiant stadium is only a fifteen minute walk. Special offer on all game days. http://www.mgmresorts.com We are always looking for ways to help local artists. … Continue reading →