Posted on January 25, 2008
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A fire broke out Friday 2-25-08 on the roof of the Monte Carlo hotel-casino on the Las Vegas Strip and quickly spread, engulfing the resort’s top floors. Luckily no injuries are being reported.
Flaming embers fell to the street below.
The three-alarm fire, which began just before 11 a.m., was spreading from the center section of the hotel across the roof line. Flames and plumes of black smoke could be seen on what appeared to a west-facing rooftop of the resort.
“The building is being evacuated,” said Gordon Absher, spokesman for the hotel owner, MGM Mirage Inc. He said he had no immediate information whether anyone was hurt in the fire.
It is being reported that welders were working on the roof at the time of the fire.
The Monte Carlo Resort & Casino has more than 3,000 guest rooms and opened in June 1996.
The 32-story casino-hotel modeled after the Place du Casino in Monte Carlo, Monaco, was a joint venture between Steve Wynn’s Mirage Resorts and Circus Circus Enterprises.
Posted on January 16, 2008
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The 3,000-suite Palazzo will feature design reminiscent of affluent Italian living, with restaurants by celebrity chefs, including CUT by Wolfgang Puck, Table 10 by Emeril Lagasse, CarneVino by Mario Batali and Restaurant Charlie by Charlie Trotter—as well as entertainment in the form of Broadway’s “Jersey Boys” musical and Jay-Z’s 40/40 Club. The Shoppes at The Palazzo will comprise 60 high-end and mid-level stores, including Las Vegas’ first-ever Barneys New York and the largest Canyon Ranch SpaClub to date.
Diana Ross will be the star performer at Legends and Luminaries, a special concert series to celebrate the grand opening of the new Palazzo Resort Hotel and Casino. This event, hosted by Wayne Brady, will also feature performances by Andy Garcia + The Cineson All Stars, the Las Vegas cast of the “Jersey Boys”, Seal and several other guests. The after party will be held at TA.
See More on the Palazzo here Palazzo Las Vegas
Posted on January 9, 2008
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This industry tradeshow, open to participants in the CE industry, runs January 7-10 at the Las Vegas Convention Center (LVCC) and Sands Expo and Convention Center/The Venetian.
In CE product terms the event has been dominated by a return of the size wars. A number of leading manufacturers are exhibiting new TV sets that are all defined with the superlative. Appropriately enough, in a town as outlandish as Las Vegas, there is no such thing as average here: all of the major announcements seem to be the “biggest”.
Amid the noise of innovation and celebration you can detect a note of caution. The Consumer Electronics Association is projecting growth of some six per cent in the sector in 2008, yet there seems to be some general worries that the effects of the credit crunch will be felt in consumer spending patterns on electronics.
This is Vegas though, and optimism is the order of the day.
CES organizers said the show would be back next year but said they were planning to pursue new, less expensive arrangements.
Posted on December 17, 2007
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LAS VEGAS – In 2003, she began her show with a burst of fireworks and on Saturday night she ended it in a cascade of rose petals.
She is unquestionably one of the most successful entertainers in the world today, capable of grossing over $400 million (U.S.) during her 717-performance run of A New Day at the 4,100-seat Colosseum at Caesars Palace – a figure no one has equaled before and some say no one will ever equal again.
Dion will be show times will feature Bette Midler beginning in February of 2008.
Posted on December 12, 2007
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6 students were shot Tuesday afternoon in a northeast Las Vegas as they were leaving there high school bus. Authorities say at least 1 person was critically injured in the shooting, which happened a few blocks away from 2 elementary schools.
Officer Bill Cassell said the police gang unit is investigating, though it is not clear at this point whether gangs were involved.
“They were just like sitting ducks as soon as the bus pulled away - bam bam bam - they start getting shot like that,” says Elaine Budesa, an eyewitness.
The victims do not appear to have been random targets, according to Deputy police chief Marc Joseph, who says the gunmen appear to have been “waiting for certain individuals on the bus.”
Police are not saying whether the attackers were on foot or in a vehicle, but at least two people are believed to have taken part.
Complete Story - www.cbsnews.com
Posted on December 3, 2007
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New Years Eve 2009 in Las Vegas
At the top of the list for places to be when the clock strikes midnight on January 1st, Las Vegas has certainly secured a spot. Sure, Vegas is alive and kicking every night of the year, but when it comes to New Years Eve in Las Vegas, the atmosphere in the streets is at its most festive.That is if you consider drinking and partying festive, which is pretty much the rule when you are in Vegas.You will want to begin planning your New Years Las Vegas itinerary as soon as possible, as not only can you save money by booking early, but you will also be likely to better secure your place at your casino, bar or restaurant of choice.Plans are always good, but due to the craziness that is Las Vegas in general, it’s understandable if you happen to stray from those plans. After all, you never know exactly what you might end up getting yourself into.
New York New York
NY-NY Brooklyn Bridge Live Entertainment from Brother Love and 4 hours open premium bar. 9:00pm to 1:00am 200.00 per person - Buy Tickets
Treasure Island
Mystere Theatre Mystere Special New Year’s performance times. 4:30pm & 7:00pm Tickets $60.00, $75.00 & $95.00 +tax & fee. - Buy Tickets
Luxor
LAX Nightclub New Year’s Eve with Paris & Nicky Hilton 10pm Tickets $250.00 - $20,000.00 +tax & fees - Buy Tickets
Mandalay Bay
House Of Blues Goo Goo Dolls 10:30pm Tickets $95.00 - $135.00 +tax & fee Buy Tickets
House Of Blues Courtyard Vegas’ Best Dance Party featuring Purple Reign 9pm Tickets $50.00 +tax & fee Buy Tickets
South Pacific Ballroom New Years Eve 2008: DREAMS 8pm Tickets $299.00 +tax & fee Buy Tickets
MGM Grand
Hollywood Theatre David Copperfield 2:00pm, 4:30pm, 7:30pm & 10:30pm. Tickets $97.00 +tax & fee
David Copperfield will ring-in 2008 with a special midnight balloon drop following the 10:30pm show.Buy Tickets
MGM Grand’s Crazy Horse Paris MGM Grand’s Crazy Horse Paris Special New year’s Eve Times 7:00pm and 9:30pm Tickets $59.00 +fee. Buy Tickets
Boulder Station
Railhead New Year’s Eve with Yellow Brick Road 10pm Tickets $29.95 &34.95 +tax & fee
Buffalo Bill’s
Tickets 1-800-FUN-STOP Star of the Desert Arena B. B. King 8pm Tickets $56.95,$84.45 +tax & fee
Caesars Palace
PURE Nightclub New Year’s Eve hosted by Pamela Anderson 10pm Tickets $250.00 - $5000.00 +tax & fee
Cannery
The Club Tony Orlando Rings in 2008 10:30pm Package prices include dinner & complimentary champagne cocktail at the show $56 incl dinner buffet per person,$88 incl dinner at Vino’s per person,$140 incl Waverly’s Steakhouse & gold circle seat per person
Fremont Street Experience
For more information call 1-800-249-3559 FSE Events New Year’s Eve Downtown Las Vegas Come celebrate the New Year in the biggest and the best private party in all of Las Vegas. Say so long to 2007 and ring in 2008 with The Doobie Brothers and The Bangles live on Fremont Street. The party will stretch for four blocks under the giant Viva Vision screen as the Doobies and the Bangles crank out hit after hit Tickets are $60 each +tax & fee. Must be 18 years old.
Hard Rock
The Joint 3 Doors Down 9pm Tickets $86.50 +tax & fee
Las Vegas Hilton
Hilton Theatre Terry Fator with Bobby Badfingers 8:00pm Tickets $49.00 - $149.00 +tax & fee
Palms
New Year’s Eve Spectacular All Access Pass Pass covers all four clubs including Rain, Moon, Ghostbar,& Playboy Club 10pm-4am $900.00 +tax & fee Includes 8pm-10pm open bar & appetizers great view of fireworks & champagne toast
Ghost Bar New Year’s Eve Spectacular with DJ OB ONE, Stone Rok 10pm-4am $300.00 +tax & fee Includes 8pm-10pm open bar & appetizers great view of fireworks & champagne toast
Moon Nightclub The Spectacular hosted by Jaime Pressly DJ,Eric Cubiche 10pm-4am $200.00 +tax & fee Inc champagne toast and noisemakers
Pearl Concert Theater Kanye West 10:30pm Tickets $150,$200,$350 +tax & fee
Playboy Club New Year’s Eve Party 8pm Tickets $300.00 per person incl open bar from 8pm-10pm & Champagne toast.
Rain Nightclub New Year’s Eve Spectacular with Dave Navvaro & Skribble with DJ Rob & Greg Lopez 10pm-4am $100.00 +tax & fee
South Point
Grand Ballroom An Evening w/ Debbie Reynolds New Year’s Eve Dinner &Show Admission includes dinner, an open bar, party favors and a champagne toast at midnight. 9:00pm Dinner; Show 10:30pm Tickets $140.00 New Year’s Eve at Noon with the Las Vegas Tenors For those who don’t want to face the crowds on New Year’s Eve or for those who just don’t like staying up that late, we celebrate the holiday 12 hours early – at noon. The audience will receive a special champagne toast during the show, party favors and drink specials. 12:00 noon Tickets $20.00 (Must be 21)
Showroom The Michito Sanchez Orchestra Night of Latin Dance New Year’s Eve Salsa in the Showroom Admission includes 2 drinks, party favors and a champagne toast at midnight. 10:00pm Tickets $50.00 New Year’s Eve Dance Party with The Whip Its Popular 80’s dance band, The Whip It’s, perform their outrageous act and ring in the New Year. Admission includes an open bar until midnight, party favors and a champagne toast at midnight. 10:00pm Tickets $90.00 (Must be 21)
Stratosphere
Level 103 Rendezvous Live band,cash bar and champagne toast 8pm-2am $100 Level 104 Twilight Social Four course dinner,open bar,DJ,dancing & champagne toast 9pm-1am $250
Obeservation Deck New Year Party Open Bar, hor d oeuvres, DJ, Dancing & champagne toast 9pm - 1am $200 Pool Deck New Year Party Cash Bar,Snack bar,champagne toast DJ and outdoor view of fireworks 9pm-12:30am $20 Romance Lounge Located on Tower Level 107 Ring in the New Years 8pm - 2am $100 +tax &fee
Top of the World Restaurant New Year’s Eve Dinner Includes a four course dinner and champagne toast Early Seating 5:30pm-8pm $125 Late Seating 9pm-11:30pm $350
Suncoast
Suncoast Showroom New Year’s Eve with San Fernando 9:00pm Tickets $35.00 +tax & fee. New Year’s Eve at Noon With Wes Winters 12 noon Tickets $22.00 +tax & fee.
Texas Station
Armadillo Lounge NYE with Midnight Club 9pm Tickets $20.00 +tax & fee (2 free drink tickets included) The Orleans
Orleans Showroom 7:30pm & 10:30pm Tickets $60.00, $80.00 & $120.00 +tax & fee.
Venetian
TAO Nightclub New Years Eve at TAO 10pm Tickets $200.00 +tax & fee (9pm-11pm open bar & Hor d’oeuvres)
Venetian Ballroom Earth, Wind, & Fire 10pm Tickets $89.00,$129.00,$149,$199 +tax & fee
Posted on October 19, 2007
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Earlier this week the FBI raided magician David Copperfield’s and seized a digital camera system, computer hard drive, and nearly $2 million in cash, according to a local television station.
There was an investigation in Las Vegas and that investigators had been in contact with David Copperfield, but have not released any more details. That’s according to his lawyer and FBI spokespeople.
FBI Special Agent Robbie Burroughs said there was investigative activity Wednesday during the day and evening and said it was related to a pending Seattle case.
Copperfield warehouse, the International Museum & Library of the Conjuring Arts, is used to store illusions and magic memorabilia from around the world. The raid was reported by local station KLAS-TV.
David has been a longtime performer at the Hollywood Theater at the MGM Grand casino-hotel on the Las Vegas Strip, where he has performed in 6 to 8 week stints several times a year.
Copperfield’s attorney, David Chesnoff, confirmed only that his client had been contacted by investigators.
“We understand there is an investigation, are in touch with the investigators, and are respecting the confidentiality of the investigation,” he said.
Posted on October 8, 2007
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MGM MIRAGE will be exhibiting at eComXpo, the online virtual trade show for eCommerce Marketers, October 9-11, 2007. The event is 100% online, virtual and free at www.ecomxpo.com. eComXpo features all the benefits of a top traditional tradeshow without the cost, travel or hassle associated with traditional events. Attendees and exhibitors will be able to interact with over 8,000 people via chat or email, attend educational presentations by top industry experts, visit over 400 booths in the exhibit hall and enter to win fantastic prizes. The best part is that it can be done without leaving the comfort of your own home or office. Click here to learn more about eComXpo or register for free.
Posted on September 28, 2007
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The Age of Chivalry Renaissance Festival, in The Clark County’s Sunset Park, will take place from October 12 to the 14. The annual event will feature jousting tournaments, jokers, jugglers, flame eaters, gladiator battles, black powder demonstrations, strolling minstrels, contortionists, sheep herders, magicians, storytellers, belly dancers, trained parrots, strolling minstrels, contortionists, sheep herders, and pirates.
The Festival will also feature costumed performers, historical re-enactments, medieval pageantry and more than 100 artisans – includingstone carvers and sword, toy makers, perfume blenders, stained glass designers, blacksmiths, jewelers, wood workers, dagger and armor craftsman.
Hours of Operation
10:00AM to 10:00PM – Friday and Saturday
10:00AM to 5:00PM - Sunday
Pricing
Adults $10.00 per day or $25.00 for 3 day;
Seniors 60+ and Children $5.00 per day or $10.00 for 3 day
Visit: www.lvrenfair.com
Posted on September 25, 2007
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Hard Rock International says it plans to open its second cafe in Las Vegas, this time on the Las Vegas Strip across the street from the MGM’s CityCenter project.
The flagship 41,000 sq. ft. Hard Rock Cafe is set to open in the summer of 2009 with 3 floors including a 370 seat concert venue.
There are currently more than 143 Hard Rock Cafes in over 36 countries, and 7 hotels to date. As well as a them park planned in myrtle beach planned to open in 2008 according to wikipedia.
The company says it will keep its existing cafe at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino off the Strip, but expected the new store to benefit from the better location.
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