Mon 09/15/08 - Wed 09/17/08
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Las Vegas (09/15 - 09/17)
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Day 1 - 09/15/2008
Buffet at the Bellagio (dining)
8:00am - 9:00am
81%
based on 294 reviews
Address: 3600 Las Vegas Boulevard South
Las Vegas,NVUS
Phone: (702)693-7111
Price: $31-$50
Summary: Dining here is more like an inter-continental feast than a buffet in a Las Vegas hotel. Much more upscale than the average all-you-can eat buffet, the decor is in keeping with the rest of Bellagio. Tastes from Italy, Japan, France, Mexico and America abound, and the freshest seafood and carved items are plentiful. Some of the standouts are the king crab legs, Beef Wellington, pastas and sushi. The plethora of desserts are reason enough to go to the buffet. The Buffet restaurant remains open for breakfast, lunch and dinner throughout the week.
Imperial Palace Auto Collection (activity)
9:30am - 11:00am
80%
based on 10 reviews
Address: 3535 Las Vegas Boulevard South
Las Vegas,NVUS
Phone: (702)794-3174
Summary: If you enjoy antiques or if you are an automobile buff, this is one attraction you don't want to miss. Housed inside the Imperial Palace Hotel, you will find Mussolini's 1939 Alfa Romeo and Hitler's 1939 Mercedes among the antiques. More than 200 vehicles are housed in the collection. Find the perfect gift at the museum gift shop. Children under five are admitted free of charge.
Toby Keith's I Love This Bar & Grill (dining)
11:30am - 1:00pm
75%
based on 85 reviews
Address: 3475 South Las Vegas Boulevard
Las Vegas,NVUS
Phone: (702)369-5000
Price: $11-$20
Summary: Toby Keith's I Love This Bar & Grill, inside Harrahs Las Vegas Casino & Hotel, is decked out in red, white, and blue. The menu includes Fried Bologna Sandwich and Sweet Potato Pecan Pie with bourbon ice cream. It also offers live country music after 9p. It also features music videos, recording studio, and retail shop. Look out for surprise appearances by Toby Keith himself!
Secret Garden & Dolphin Habitat (activity)
1:30pm - 3:00pm
90%
based on 228 reviews
Address: 3400 Las Vegas Boulevard South
Las Vegas,NVUS
Phone: (702)792-7188
Website: http://www.themirage.com/
Price: $11-$20
Summary: Secret Garden & Dolphin Habitat is a tropical paradise dedicated to the wild things. You will find many exotic animal breeds housed here, from elephants, panthers and leopards to Siegfried and Roy's rare and enchanting white tigers. This exhibit is presented in an effort to spotlight the need to protect vanishing breeds. Along with the land-based residents, visitors are invited to visit the intriguing Dolphin Habitat. You will thoroughly enjoy watching the antics of these amazing creatures that love to show off for onlookers. This attraction is located at the Mirage Hotel Casino located mid Strip.
Madame Tussauds Las Vegas (activity)
3:30pm - 4:30pm
84%
based on 145 reviews
Address: 3377 Las Vegas Boulevard South
Las Vegas,NVUS
Phone: (702)862-7800
Website: http://www.mtvegas.com
Price: $21-$30
Summary: Madame Tussauds Las Vegas, located in the Venetian Resort & Casino, in the heart of The Strip, immerses visitors in one-of-a-kind, interactive experience that creates personal memories with some of the world's biggest icons. One of the attraction's most popular displays is "Hef—The Experience", featuring Hugh Hefner. Check out George Bush's facial expression, John Wayne's chaps, or Shaquille O'Neal's size, but be aware; the museum often has an actor imitating a wax figure. Other experiences include "Marry Clooney" in which guests say 'I Do' to Hollywood's most unobtainable bachelor, George Clooney, and Celebrity Poker with Ben Affleck. For attraction hours and pricing, visit their website.
Social House (dining)
6:20pm - 7:50pm
79%
based on 249 reviews
Address: 3300 Las Vegas Boulevard
Las Vegas,NVUS
Phone: (702)894-7777
Price: $31-$50
Summary: Chef Joseph Elevado at Social House has his own style of cooking Japanese food with only fresh ingredients. He tends to make dishes which will be loved and appreciated by his guests and are not that complicated to interpret. This is the place for some serious sake and citrus peel miso cod, kobe beef gyoza,and chilli lemongrass steamed stripped bass. Social House has recently received the award for being the Best First Date Spot in Las Vegas at the Treasure Island. It has various dining areas including a newspaper room, and patio that gives a great view of the strip.
Day 2 - 09/16/2008
ENVY The Steak House (dining)
8:30am - 9:30am
78%
based on 151 reviews
Address: 3400 Paradise Rd.
Las Vegas,NVUS
Phone: (702)784-5716
Website: www.envysteakhouse.com
Price: $31-$50
Summary: At this restaurant the upscale atmosphere is coupled with superior cuisine. The Executive Chef at Envy incorporates seasonal favorites into his dishes as well as adds a splash of creativity to his classic offerings. The centerpiece of the menu is the "Create Your Own" Surf & Turf that allows you to customize your meal. The 1,500 bottle wine wall and the full bar ensure that your every drinking need will be satisfied as you dine at one of the best steak restaurants in Las Vegas. Envy is the perfect place to grab a quiet bite with your mate or have a cocktail in the Envy lounge before you hit the town with friends.
Bernard K. Passman Gallery (activity)
10:00am - 11:30am
70%
based on 8 reviews
Address: 3311 Las Vegas Boulevard South
Las Vegas,NVUS
Phone: (702)791-3376
Summary: There is only one master sculptor of black coral in the world, and he is Bernard K. Passman. His works have been commissioned by royalty and heads of state since he opened his first gallery in 1974 in Grand Cayman. The coral used for his unique sculptures are created from the rarest of nearly 500 species of black coral, which are taken from nearly 200 feet of water in the Caribbean. From jewelry to ornate carvings, these works of art will astound you.
RA Sushi Bar & Restaurant (dining)
12:00pm - 1:30pm
70%
based on 5 reviews
Address: 3200 Las Vegas Boulevard South
Las Vegas,NVUS
Phone: (702)696-0008
Price: $31-$50
Summary: Positioned at one entrance of the popular Fashion Show Mall, RA Sushi has one of the Strip's best people-watching patios, offering a party-ready atmosphere while you check out the tourists passing by. It's especially busy as the summer heats up, so you might want to call ahead for a reservation. Even if you don't like sushi, you'll find something to hungrily devour at RA, like the unbeatable Coconut Creme Brulee, the juicy Pork Gyoza, or any number of other delectable non-sushi dishes. The restaurant also offers a fun drink menu and a live DJ Friday and Saturday nights. Don't miss the aptly-named Viva Las Vegas Roll, very over-the-top with spicy tuna and delicious crab.
Gondola Rides at the Venetian (activity)
2:00pm - 3:30pm
92%
based on 304 reviews
Address: 3355 Las Vegas Boulevard South
Las Vegas,NVUS
Phone: (702)414-1000
Website: http://www.venetian.com/attractions/gondola.cfm
Price: $11-$20
Summary: O solo mio! You will be the recipient of a vocal performance as your personal gondolier trained by masters in Venice, Italy takes you on a trip you will never forget. These crafts navigate the canals that run through the Grand Canal Shoppes located at the Venetian Hotel Casino. Reservations are required if you want a singing gondolier to take you on your journey.
Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art (activity)
4:00pm - 5:00pm
83%
based on 65 reviews
Address: 3600 Las Vegas Boulevard South
Las Vegas,NVUS
Phone: (888)987-6667
Website: http://www.bellagio.com/amenities/gallery-of-fine-art.aspx
Price: $11-$20
Summary: This collection at the Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art in the Bellagio is impressive even to those who have visited better-known museums in New York and Europe. On display are sculptures and paintings from late 19th and 20th century artists, including original works by Pablo Picasso, Claude Monet, Vincent Van Gogh and other European masters. The tour is best appreciated when the audio headphones are used, which are included with admission. Check the website for current exhibitions. Reservations are necessary, as this is a very popular attraction. Admission is $17 for adults and $12 for students, and &14 for senior citizens and Nevada residents. Seasonal discounts are occasionally offered.
Mesa Grill (dining)
6:30pm - 8:00pm
90%
based on 1150 reviews
Address: 3570 Las Vegas Boulevard
Las Vegas,NVUS
Phone: (877)731-7731
Price: $21-$30
Summary: This southwest link of the chain that began in New York opened in 2004. Located in Caesar's Palace, the dining room has a definite Vegas flair with bold colors and luxurious fabrics. Celebrity chef owner, Bobby Flay offers an intriguing menu which includes New Mexican Spice Rubbed Pork Tenderloin with Bourbon-Ancho Chile Sauce, Sweet Potato Tamale, and Crushed Pecan Butter. Make sure to save room for dessert as many of pastry chef Viki Wells's confections are not to be missed. The bar features top-shelf tequila and mezcal alongside an extensive wine list.
Day 3 - 09/17/2008
Florida Café (dining)
9:00am - 10:00am
72%
based on 55 reviews
Address: 1401 South Las Vegas Boulevard
Las Vegas,NVUS
Phone: (702)385-3103
Price: $11-$20
Summary: Located in the Howard Johnson Inn, one might be surprised to find a Cuban restaurant in the middle of the desert. With tables draped in gold cloth, the atmosphere is decadent but the dress is casual. Its lively atmosphere is especially good for large groups. You can choose from such selections as Ro a Vieja (Shredded Beef) or Bacalao (Cod Fish) as a topping for your pizza as well as some more traditional fare. Indulge in a tropical dessert such as Cascos de Guayaba (Guava Shells in Syrup)or Riquimbin (Shredded Coconut). You just might find that Cuban food thrives anywhere, even in the desert.
Circus Circus Adventuredome Theme Park (activity)
11:00am - 12:30pm
82%
based on 177 reviews
Address: 2880 Las Vegas Boulevard South
Las Vegas,NVUS
Phone: (702)794-3939
Website: http://www.adventuredome.com/default.aspx
Price: $21-$30
Summary: Adventuredome at Circus Circus is a one-of-a-kind, dome-encompassed theme park. You will ride log rides, the roller coaster (double loop, double corkscrew) and bumper cars and play laser tag in air-conditioned or heated comfort. Individual tickets can be purchased for the rides (ranging from $4-$7), or a one day pass can be purchased that will allow unlimited rides. You can now enjoy the entire day with the all-day pass for $24.95 for adults and $14.95 for the junior pass.
Roxy's Diner (dining)
1:00pm - 2:30pm
69%
based on 58 reviews
Address: 2000 S Las Vegas Boulevard
Las Vegas,NVUS
Phone: (702)380-7777
Price: $11-$20
Summary: Roxy's Diner, this retro-restaurant, located in the Stratosphere Hotel Casino, has the prerequisite black-and-white tiled floor, red booths, and neon-colored accents. The wait staff dances and sings. The all-American menu includes Bacon Cheddar Burger, Fried Catfish Filet, Cheese Omelet, and Angel Hair Onion Rings. Round out your meal with an Oreo Cookie Shake.
Fremont Street Experience (activity)
3:30pm - 5:00pm
89%
based on 822 reviews
Address: 425 Fremont Street
Las Vegas,NVUS
Phone: (702)678-5777
Website: http://vegasexperience.com/
Price: Free
Summary: Encompassing Fremont Street in the center of downtown Las Vegas is a light and musical show like none other in the world. A permanent canopy has been constructed to cover the casino-lined street with two million lights and a state-of-the-art sound system. This USD70 million attraction provides shows in the evening hours and is a popular area for filming motion picture scenes. There is no charge for entrance except for their New Year's Eve Street Bash. The special shows projected on the canopy ceiling last for approximately seven minutes.
City of Las Vegas Fire Department (activity)
5:30pm - 6:30pm
77%
based on 10 reviews
Address: 500 North Casino Center Boulevard
Las Vegas,NVUS
Phone: (702)383-2888
Summary: Almost all children dream at one time of being a firefighter and this tour will give them the chance for a day. Tours include getting in a real fire truck, looking inside an ambulance or paramedic vehicle and watching how the firemen live while on duty. Kids can try on protective gear and learn life-saving tips from the uniformed men and women of the City of Las Vegas Fire Department. The tours are free but please contact the department 10-days in advance to reserve time.
Peppermill Fireside Lounge (dining)
7:30pm - 9:00pm
77%
based on 383 reviews
Address: 2985 Las Vegas Boulevard
Las Vegas,NVUS
Phone: (702)735-4177
Price: $21-$30
Summary: This swanky nightclub, on the dazzling strip of Las Vegas, is a popular location for the late night birds to drop by. Charming waitresses, delectable drinks, cozy booths and an elegant bar with video screens amidst the carefully created darkness are just a few of the attractive features. Food is tasty and comes in generous portions. A special Martini Menu accompanies the drink list. Equipped with a friendly staff and a lively atmosphere, this 24-hour open venue, which has received several accolades from the media, is a much sought-after spot. The Peppermill Coffee Shop also located here is a great place to have breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

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