Sun 12/23/07 - Mon 12/31/07
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Destinations
Las Vegas (12/23 - 12/31) , Los Angeles , West Covina
Description
Going home for the holidays. We're taking a short trip to Vegas where we'll shop around and experience what Vegas has to offer for families. Then, it's back to Los Angeles for a relaxing weekend with the family.
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Day 1 - 12/23/2007
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Venetian Resort & Casino (lodging)
12-23-2007 - 12-25-2007
91%
based on 2442 reviews
Address: 3355 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas,NVUS
Phone: (702)414-1000
Price: $139+ per night
Summary:

Location.
Situated in the entertainment district, in the The Strip neighborhood of Las Vegas, this luxury property is close to Sands Expo Convention Center, Fashion Show Mall, and Thomas and Mack Center.

Features.
The Venetian Resort Hotel & Casino has a health club, an outdoor pool, a spa tub, a steam room, and a sauna. The Venetian Resort Hotel & Casino features a full service spa. Business amenities include a business center, wireless Internet access, meeting rooms for small groups, and audio visual equipment. The Venetian Resort Hotel & Casino has a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a poolside bar. 24 hour room service is available. Event facilities consist of a ballroom, exhibit space, conference rooms, and banquet facilities.

Guestrooms.
Amenities featured in guestrooms include cordless phones, air conditioning, and minibars. In addition, amenities available on request include a turndown service, hypo allergenic bedding, and wake up calls. Additional amenities offered include clock radios and slippers. Guestrooms have LCD televisions with premium TV channel(s) and pay movies. Business friendly amenities include multi line phones, high speed (wired) Internet access (surcharge), and wireless Internet access (surcharge). All guestrooms provide sofa beds and desks. Bathrooms feature separate bathtubs and showers, bathroom phones, and bathrobes. Guestroom services include in room massage.

Vegas
All Day
flight to ONT
3:30pm - 5:00pm
Notes: Confirmation: K4JANP Flight 3765OAK to ONThttp://southwest.com/
Drive to Vegas
12-23-2007 At 7:00pm - 12-24-2007 At 12:00am
Day 2 - 12/24/2007
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Venetian Resort & Casino (lodging)
Christmas Eve
All Day
Drive to Vegas
Vegas
All Day
Grand Canal Shoppes (activity)
9:00am - 10:00am
65%
based on 32 reviews
Address: 3377 Las Vegas Boulevard South
Las Vegas,NVUS
Phone: (702)414-4500
Price: $50+
Summary: Stroll along the streets of Venice, Las Vegas and delight your senses with exquisite design and the serenade of the gondoliers. This shopping mall has all the finest stores from Ann Taylor to Venezia. You'll even find a few shops that only exist here and in the real Venice. Shopping and dining al fresco make for a very European outing. These fine shops are located in the Venetian Hotel Casino.
The Volcano at the Mirage (activity)
10:00am - 10:30am
68%
based on 1 reviews
Address: 3400 South Las Vegas Boulevard
Las Vegas,NVUS
Phone: (702)791-7111
Website: http://www.mirage.com/attractions/attractions_volcano.aspx
Price: Free
Summary: The Volcano at The Mirage has been a signature attraction for tourists and locals since the hotel was opened in 1989. It's a mesmerizing spectacle of fire and water and is free to the public but may be cancelled during times of high winds or inclement weather.
Forum Shops (activity)
11:00am - 2:30pm
91%
based on 175 reviews
Address: 3500 Las Vegas Boulevard South
Las Vegas,NVUS
Phone: (702)893-4800
Website: http://www.harrahs.com/casinos/caesars-palace/casino-misc/the-forum-shops-detail.html
Price: $31-$50
Summary: Inside one of the five tall, white-washed buildings of Caesars Palace Hotel Casino, you will find the Forum Shops which were added in 1992. Here, you can buy with the richest of them (Gucci, Versace, Jimmy Choo, Baccarat, Harry Winston, etc.) in an atmosphere reminiscent of the ancient Roman Senate: large statues, majestic fountains and grand pillars abound. This enormous mall spans multiple floors (more than 643,000 square feet!) and is dotted with various restaurants (some with a dress code and some casual) to please all palates, including Wolfgang Puck's renowned Spago. Free valet parking available.
Fountains at Bellagio (activity)
2:30pm - 3:00pm
95%
based on 775 reviews
Address: 3600 Las Vegas Boulevard South
Las Vegas,NVUS
Phone: (702)693-7111
Website: http://www.bellagio.com/
Price: Free
Summary: A visual water symphony choreographed to music provides an unforgettable welcome to the Bellagio Hotel Casino. The water jets span more than 1000 feet and can shoot up to 250 feet in the air while seeming to dance to choreographed lights and romantic classical music. It is a spectacular sight and one worth taking the time to view while strolling along the boulevard. Be sure to bring a camera as this is one of Vegas's best attractions; not to mention, it is also free! Every 30 minutes until 7p, after which shows are every 15 minutes.
Miracle Mile Shops @ Planet Hollywood (activity)
3:30pm - 5:00pm
82%
based on 39 reviews
Address: 3663 Las Vegas Boulevard South
Las Vegas,NVUS
Phone: (702)866-0703
Website: http://planethollywoodresort.com/amn_miracle_mile_shops.php
Price: $31-$50
Summary: More than 170 unique retail shops and 15 first-class restaurants are located in this delightful, 475,000 square-foot planet of fame housed in the Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino. The shopping center has a sleek, modern look with more retailers than you can handle. Just a sample of the shops include Addi Gallery for exquisite art and Henna Designs for fun tattoos. The Hawaiian Tropic Zone and ASIA Nightlife Dining have also found homes in this unique facility.
The Sirens of TI (activity)
5:30pm - 6:00pm
53%
based on 50 reviews
Address: 3300 Las Vegas Blvd
Las Vegas,NVUS
Phone: (702)894-7111
Website: http://www.treasureisland.com
Price: Free
Summary: Come see the Sirens of TI nightly at 5:30 p.m., 7:00 p.m., 8:30 p.m., and 10:00 p.m. in Sirens' Cove at the front entrance of Treasure Island Hotel and Casino.
Buffet at Wynn (dining)
7:00pm - 9:30pm
91%
based on 1645 reviews
Address: 3131 Las Vegas Boulevard South
Las Vegas,NVUS
Phone: (702)770-7000
Price: $50+
Summary: The Buffet at the Wynn Las Vegas is a great place to satiate your tummy with some wonderful delicacies. It's a gourmet heaven and serves smoked salmons, primed ribs, salads, sandwiches, pancakes, boiled shrimps et al. With 17 cooking stations to choose from including a risotto station, a dessert stall and a sushi counter, you will have a hard time to decide.
Day 3 - 12/25/2007
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Christmas
All Day
Venetian Resort & Casino (lodging)
Vegas
All Day
GameWorks (activity)
10:00am - 11:30am
64%
based on 8 reviews
Address: 3785 Las Vegas Boulevard South
Las Vegas,NVUS
Phone: (702)432-4263
Price: Free
Summary: State-of-the-art video games in a surreal arcade atmosphere is the stock and trade of GameWorks. Located in the famous Las Vegas Strip, this party zone features a frenzy of virtual reality, allowing you to race through cities in speeding cars, hunt animals, fight in wars, or team up with dinosaurs to beat the bad guys—activities which are not for the faint-hearted. A bar and two restaurants are also on the premises, making this a premiere location for gatherings and parties of all kinds.
New York-New York (activity)
12:30pm - 2:00pm
67%
based on 28 reviews
Address: 3790 Las Vegas Blvd
Las Vegas,NVUS
Phone: (866)815-4365
Website: http://www.nynyhotelcasino.com/
Price: Free
Summary: East meets West in a big way as the Manhattan skyline peaks out over the Las Vegas strip. Twelve skyscrapers harbor luxurious guest rooms and suites that offer incredible views of the "city within a city." The 84,000 square-foot casino area offers more than 2,000 slot machines and 74 table games. For dining, Chin Chin Cafe has great Chinese cuisine prepared before your eyes and Gallagher's Steakhouse presents the finest steaks and seafood for a tasty dining experience.
MGM Grand (activity)
2:00pm - 4:00pm
77%
based on 26 reviews
Address: 3799 Las Vegas Blvd
Las Vegas,NVUS
Phone: (702)891-1111
Website: http://www.mgmgrand.com/
Price: Free
Summary: One of the largest hotels in the world, this place will overwhelm you with its size. Four 30-story towers accommodate the guest rooms and luxury suites. Many rooms offer excellent views of the city. The Grand Class Suites are housed on the 29th floor. Deluxe Grand Tower rooms are reminiscent of a Hollywood studio bungalow, complete with a sitting area. The hotel offers various eating choices, including the exclusive L'Atelier de Joël Robuchon, Craftsteak and Joël Robuchon. You will find a wide variety of other Hollywood-inspired venues including Studio 54, and Farmers Market.
Drive back to LA
5:00pm - 10:00pm
Day 4 - 12/26/2007
Meet with Ken and Wendy
12-26-2007 At 9:30pm - 12-27-2007 At 12:00am
Notes: Guppy's tea house
Day 5 - 12/27/2007
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Meet with Ken and Wendy
Disneyland (activity)
All Day
91%
based on 704 reviews
Address: 1313 South Harbor Boulevard
Anaheim,CAUS
Phone: (714)781-4565
Price: $31-$50
Summary: No visit to Southern California would be complete without a visit to the Magic Kingdom; Disneyland has been making dreams come true for decades. Disneyland, located within Disneyland Resort, is divided into eight "lands" with different themes, such as Fantasyland, Critter Country, Mickey's Toon Town and Tomorrowland. The park is open 365 days of the year. Holidays are some of the busiest times for the park, so plan accordingly. Hours can change according to the season, so be sure to call or check the Web site before planning your trip.
Downtown Disney® (activity)
All Day
81%
based on 16 reviews
Address: 1500 South Disneyland Drive
Anaheim,CAUS
Phone: (714)300-7800
Price: Free
Summary: This unique area combining shopping, dining and special events is open year-round and provides a Disney-flavored, admission-free center for the city of Anaheim. There is usually live music and street entertainers. Much of the fun is free, although special concerts will have a fee. The schedule changes daily, so most visitors grab a free copy of "Downtown Disney Today" from the newsstands located throughout the area. The holiday season is especially busy with strolling musicians, yuletide decorations and special events for kids and adults alike. Your first three hours of parking is free, with additional validations available from the restaurants and theaters.
Day 6 - 12/28/2007
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Sushi Go 55 (dining)
12:00pm - 2:00pm
86%
based on 399 reviews
Address: 333 S Alameda St Ste 317
Los Angeles,CAUS
Phone: (213)687-0777
Price: $21-$30
Drop off gift at Panda Corporate Office
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meet with Kellie for dinner
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Address: 1800 E. Lakeshore dr.
Lake elsinore,Lake elsinoreLa
Notes: Meet with Kellie for dinner
Christine's bday party
12-28-2007 At 10:00pm - 12-29-2007 At 2:00am
Day 7 - 12/29/2007
Christine's bday party
Basketball with HS friends
2:00pm - 5:30pm
Notes: Meet with Ben, Jason, David, Lo Ming for some basketball.
Newport seafood (dining)
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Address: 18441 Colima Rd
Rowland Heights,CAUS
Bar hopping in Santa Monica
12-29-2007 At 10:00pm - 12-30-2007 At 2:00am
Day 8 - 12/30/2007
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Bar hopping in Santa Monica
Fashion Island Newport Beach (activity)
11:00am - 2:00pm
68%
based on 5 reviews
Address: 401 Newport Center Drive
Newport Beach,CAUS
Phone: (949)721-2000
Summary: With hundreds of clothing boutiques, eateries, and entertainment outlets, Fashion Island is the epitome of a one-stop-shop in Newport Beach. Formerly a small outdoor mall, it has grown into a combination indoor/outdoor shopping behemoth, complete with fountains and promenades. It is now home to top designer stores like Anthropologie, Georgiou, and Kenneth Cole New York, as well as popular eateries such as California Pizza Kitchen and P.F. Chang's China Bistro. In addition to the many shopping and eating options, the mall features entertainment events throughout the year, including the classic car show Concours d'Elegance, and the "Run for the Cure" fund raiser. Plus, every Wednesday at 7p during the summer, you can catch the tunes of the Summer Concert Series at the Bloomingdale's Courtyard.
South Coast Plaza (activity)
2:00pm - 5:00pm
66%
based on 12 reviews
Address: 3333 Bristol Street
Costa Mesa,CAUS
Phone: (800)782-8888
Summary: Upscale trendy fashion and fine dining have a home at the South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa. Some of the top names in the industry, like Dolce&Gabbana, Burberry, and Carolina Herrera, have a home among the more affordable choices like the H&M mega store and GAP. There are also a variety of restaurants like Maggiano's Little Italy or the Chat Noir French Steakhouse and Jazz Lounge to sate your appetite after a day of shopping. The center is also home to many events throughout the year, from fundraising concerts to a Christmas tree lighting ceremony. With hundreds of boutiques, department stores, and restaurants to choose from, a trip to the South Coast Plaza can easily become an all-day event, so be sure to plan accordingly.
Laker game
8:30pm - 10:00pm
Day 9 - 12/31/2007
Flight to OAK
11:30am - 1:00pm
Notes: Confirmation: K4JANP Flight: 2196ONT to OAKhttp://southwest.com/

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