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Las Vegas - Morris Media Network
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THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO GO ®
Las Vegas
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THE
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FALL
STYLE
MONIQUE
LHUILLIER
BAZAAR MEAT
OPENS AT SLS
Talks Fashion
and Travel
MAYWEATHER VS.
MAIDANA 2
STEVE AOKI’S
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CONTENTS
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The
Plan
Let’s get started
The
Guide
The best of the city
M Missoni
at Forum Shops
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8 Hot Dates
Natasha Leggero
The funny lady performs
this month as part of The
Venetian's new female-based
comedy series, "Lipshtick."
ENTERTAINMENT
The hottest tickets on the
Strip! Concerts, production
shows and magic. Plus, the
colors and traditions of Mexico.
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DINING
Eateries organized
alphabetically by hotel
property and area.
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SHOPPING
Chic shops, unique boutiques and shopping centers.
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72 My Las Vegas
Steve Aoki
The globetrotting DJ talks
about moving to Vegas, feeling
at home at Wet Republic and
what he does after a set.
Tours, attractions, museums and iconic city sights.
Plus, white lion babies!
Golf courses, tee times and
the most lush fairways in
(and just outside) town.
4 Editor's Itinerary
22 Shows Directory
32 Dining Directory
Las Vegas
THE
FA S H I O N
ISSUE
FALL
STYLE
MONIQUE
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BAZAAR MEAT
OPENS AT SLS
NIGHTLIFE
The hottest nightclubs to hit
the scene, plus lounges, gentlemen's clubs and alternative.
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NAVIGATE
Talks Fashion
and Travel
MAYWEATHER VS.
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STEVE AOKI’S
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ON THE COVER
Designer Monique Lhuillier, who
spoke to us about fashion and
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10 Designs on
Lhuillier
Monique Lhuillier has taken
the fashion world by storm—
she talks about key pieces
for fall 2014 and how to be a
well-edited traveler.
12 5 Questions with
Stuart Weitzman
What to wear to look and feel
great this fall? The King of
Shoes will tell you.
14 Hot This Fall
From haute couture to jewelry to fragrance and everything in between, discover
what pieces you must get
you hands on for fall 2014.
You can thank us later!
Hotel & casino directory.
MAPS
Explore the city
from north to south
and A to Z
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Editor’s itinErary
Your tr aVeL ing companion since 1936®
JENNIFER MCKEE
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Passion For Fashion
Everyone knows about all the big-name chefs who call
Vegas home, but this town is truly a cornucopia of celebrity retail presence as well— Tory Burch, Alexander McQueen, Michael Kors, Louis Vuitton, you name it—all have
strong visibility here. Many brands, such as Barneys, Diane
von Furstenberg and Vertu, have the only such store in Nevada, and
are among a handful in the entire country. While retailers are in the
swing of their fall 2014 looks, it's still hot out in Vegas, and prices are
being slashed on summer fashions—now's a great time to splurge on
last season's covetable bag or apparel in lighter fabrics that still look
great now. To get the scoop on everything great for fall, flip through
the following pages, and hear what Monique Lhuillier and Stuart
Weitzman have to say about fashion, and travel as well.
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Fashion Show. This powerhouse mall has seven anchor
stores and offers everything
from haute couture to casual
wear. Find lines you can't elsewhere and great gifts at Neiman Marcus and Nordstrom;
unexpected fashion fun can
be found at Topshop/Topman,
Henri Bendel and Superdry.
When you're hungry, head
toward the Strip for myriad
restaurant options such as RA
Sushi, Maggiano's and more.
Forum Shops. Truly a wonder
of the shopping world, this
shopping center is the highest-grossing in the world—it's
no wonder, with numerous
fountains throughout, a spectacular fountain show and
a spiral elevator. When you
need to take a break, relax
at Kiehl's and Fresh; you can
even have a facial at the latter. Restaurant favorites here
include Carmine's, Trevi, The
Palm and Joe's Seafood.
LV Premium Outlets. Visit
downtown Vegas and these
outlets with deep discounts
on such names as Tory Burch,
Ted Baker London, Dolce &
Gabbana and many more.
Hungry? Try Mundo next door
at World Market Center.
Heading back to Cali? You
might as well stop off at the
Fashion Outlets of Las Vegas
(above)—it's so much better
than being stuck on the freeway. Get scads of great deals!
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TOP STOPS
Undefeated WBC/WBA Welterweight Champion (and Las Vegas local) Floyd “Money” Mayweather, Jr. attempts to defend his throne against Marcos Maidana in the rematch of a fight
billed as “The Moment.” Although Maidana gave him a run for his money back in May, Mayweather won in a majority decision. Don't want to pay the $350 ticket price to attend the
fight? Gather with fellow fight fans throughout MGM Grand; prices for closed-circuit viewing
parties start at $75. MGM Grand Garden Arena, 6 pm. —Bruce Alder
"On September
13, I will be
faster. I will
be stronger. I
will be a better
fighter. This
time around it
will be a more
exciting fight."
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Don't-Miss
Sporting Events
By Bruce Alder
GREEN BAY PACKERS  SEATTLE
SEAHAWKS > SEPT. 4
The NFL season kicks-off on a Thursday night
with the defending Super Bowl Champions
taking on Aaron Rodgers & Co. Watch with fellow Cheeseheads as the Packers try to make
an early-season statement at Rum Runner at
1801 E. Tropicana Ave., (702) 736-6366. Cheer
on the Seahawks with the local 12th-Man contingent at Timbers Bar & Grill at 7240 W. Azure
Drive, (702) 645-0655. Game starts at 5:30 pm.
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UNLV RUNNIN’ REBELS > SEPT. 6
Join the Scarlet & Grey fresh off its first bowl
game since 2000 in this home opener. Head
Coach John Hauck and standout wide
receiver Devante Davis attempt to build on
last season’s success and make consecutive
postseason appearances for the first time in
school history. 7 pm, Sam Boyd Stadium. $14$35. (702) 739-3267
3 UFC 178 > SEPT. 27
A leg injury to Jon Jones has forced a rescheduling of his much anticipated fight with Daniel
Cormier to January. Instead, watch four-time
UFC Flyweight Champion Demetrious
“Mighty Mouse” Johnson as he attempts to
defend his title against Chris “Kamikaze” Cariaso. MGM Grand Garden Arena, (702) 891-1111
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COWBOYS > SEPT. 28
Returning from a season-ending back injury,
Tony Romo and America's team have a tall
task ahead of them when the Drew Brees-led
Saints come marching into town. To root on
the Saints, join the Who Dat Nation at 7-11 Bar
at 2520 Arville St., (702) 362-2415. Cowboys fans
will be gathering at Mr. D's Bar and Grill at 1810
S. Rainbow Blvd. (702) 362-8777.
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David Copperfield
at MGM Grand.
German Music Festi
val at House of Blues.
Britney Spears at
Planet Hollywood.
Retro Futura at
Mandalay Bay Beach.
Susie Essman at
The Venetian.
Kevin Hart
at Cosmopolitan.
Jerry Seinfeld, Colosseum at Caesars.
Neil Sedaka, at
Orleans Showroom.
Brewmasters' Dinner,
MIX at Mandalay Bay.
Bob Saget at
House of Blues.
Oktoberfest kicks off
at Hofbrauhaus.
Godsmack, The Joint
at Hard Rock Hotel.
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Murder Mystery
Dinner at
Foundation Room.
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Wu-Tang Clan at
Brooklyn Bowl.
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Jethro Tull, Pearl at
The Palms.
REO Speedwagon, at
Orleans Showroom.
iHeartRadio Music
Festival Village,
across the Strip from
Luxor.
Jennifer Coolidge
at The Venetian.
Ray Romano
at The Mirage.
Rod Stewart, Colosseum at Caesars.
Barrett Jackson kicks
off at Mandalay Bay.
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Greek Food Festival,
St. John The Baptist
Church.
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Bill Cosby, at
Treasure Island.
Katy Perry, MGM
Grand Garden Arena.
Crosby, Stills & Nash,
Pearl at the Palms.
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Boulevard Brew Fest,
across the Strip from
Luxor.
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Lorde, The Joint at
Hard Rock Hotel.
Beginning Oct.
8: Wicked at the
Smith Center
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Alejandro Fernandez
SEPT. 19
Showstopper
One of the most
iconic female singers of all-time, Diana
Ross dazzles audiences with hits from
her career that's
spanned almost five
decades.
highest honor in 2012, the Lifetime
Achievement Award. Subsequently, the
Guinness Book of Records awarded her
its Lifetime Achievement Award and the
title of Most Successful Female Artist of
all time. Her show is a don't miss!
7:30 pm, $49.50-$99.50, The Colosseum at Caesars Palace, (702) 731-7110
SEPT. 1316
Mexican Independence Day
Weekend Wows
Get ready for a Latin invasion, as some of the world's hottest performers take Las
Vegas stages to celebrate the red, white and green flag—Mexican Independence
Day weekend is always a popular one in Las Vegas, but 2014 promises star-power
like never before. First up, on Sept. 12, the Grammy Award-winning Pepe Aguilar
comes to the Pearl at the Palms. 8 pm, tickets start at $70.75. (702) 944-3200. Also that
day, Marco Antonio Solis makes his way to Planet Hollywood. 9 pm, $65-$200. (702)
785-5000. Following him in that same venue, multiple Grammy Award-winner and
the top-selling salsa artist of all time, Marc Anthony, takes the stage on Sept. 13. 9:30
pm, $99-$300. Over at Caesars Palace, Luis Miguel returns to the Colosseum for a
four-day engagement from Sept. 12-15. 9 pm, $95-275. (702) 731-7110. And, pictured
above, beloved Latin pop star and one of the best-selling Latin artists of all time,
Alejandro Fernandez, performs at MGM Grand Garden Arena on Sept. 14. 8:30 pm,
$65-$225. (702) 891-111. Be sure to get your tickets fast—these shows sell out quickly.
Where to Eat 〔HECHO EN VEGAS〕 One of the newest restaurants to MGM Grand, this Mexican
sensation is just steps from Grand Garden Arena. (702) 891-3200
Where to Keep Rockin 〔HAKKASAN〕 DJ Steve Aoki calls it his favorite club to play at in the
world. Find out why. (702) 891-3838
Jen Kirkman
SEPT. 12
LIPSHTICK'S LADIES
A writer and regular round-table guest on
"Chelsea Lately" and its spin-off, the mockumentary "After Lately," Jen Kirkman is also
known for her role as the narrator on the
cult-hit series "Drunk History," which aired
on both Comedy Central and HBO. She performs as part of the Lipshtick Comedy Series
at The Venetian with Natasha Leggero on
Sept. 12-13. $37.50-$96.25. (702) 414-9000
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Ross' achievements were
acknowledged by
Diana Ross
a Kennedy Center
Honor in 2007, which paid homage to
her illustrious career in music, film, television and theatre, as well as her humanitarian work. Her whopping 81 Grammy
Award wins earned her the National
Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences
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On the road and
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MONIQUE
LHUILLIER
Fashion icon Monique Lhuillier
is inspired by her surroundings wherever she
goes, which adds extra charm and depth to her
dramatic designs. We sat down with Lhuillier at
the debut of her fall 2014 collection; read on to
discover what pieces she considers key for the
season, her tips on packing light and what she
does to quickly feel at home in a new destination.
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Where do you find the inspiration for your designs?
I draw inspiration from a lot of different places. My favorite thing to
do is travel, and when I go on these
different trips, I just get so inspired,
whether it’s a beautiful art piece
I’m looking at, people-watching on
the street or a beautiful fabric that I
see. The ideas just start, and it happens. So it’s usually from traveling,
but also just living. I’m drawn to
beautiful things.
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What was the inspiration behind
the fall 2014 collection?
It was the mysterious side of Monique. The season is very dramatic,
it has a lot of darker shades—midnight, black and metallics. It’s also
sleeker. I tried to keep the collection dark and mysterious, but I also
added some pops of color in the
fuchsia and the lush pink. In fall I
like to have the collection be a little
more dramatic than romantic. I feel
that women need that darker side.
A lot of people know you for
bridal. Are you expanding the
ready-to-wear collection?
I started my company 17 years ago.
The first seven years, I was only doing wedding gowns. Those were
a great start for me, but then I
wanted to dress women throughout their lives rather than just on
that special day, which is how the
ready-to-wear started. Now, I want
to dress her earlier in the day, so
you see more separates and what
I call “high day” looks in the collection. It then goes into evening and
gala gowns at night. Another new
thing for me is shoes; this is my
second season doing shoes.
What pieces or trends do you
think are key for fall?
I think a great lace shoe bootie is a
must in the wardrobe. I also think a
great cocktail dress with a great fit
and a bit of shimmer is key for the
STYLE LOCATOR
ALLSAINTS
Forum Shops at
Caesars Palace
(702) 893-4800
us.allsaints.com
The fall collection
from Monique
Lhuillier is more
mysterious than
romantic and
features dramatic
pairings of black
with pops of
fuchsia and pink.
wardrobe. The final component is
the statement gowns—I love seeing women put that effort in and
transform for that one evening
and let fantasy back in.
What is the most important
piece or pieces to your own
personal style?
A great-fitting cocktail dress is a
signature of mine. I feel like it’s
so versatile, it takes you to so
many different places. I travel a
lot and know these pieces serve a
great purpose.
What are your best travel tips?
To over-pack is just a drag. I always
say plan your wardrobe two days
before you leave and style it out
with the shoes, the belts, etc., so
that way you’re very well-edited
and it doesn’t take up a lot of
space. If you’re organized, it makes
traveling a breeze.
What is the first thing you do
when you arrive at your new
destination?
I like to unpack and get everything
hung, and then I take a walk and
see my surroundings—the neighborhood, check out what sort of
things there are to do in the hotel.
I like to discover immediately.
How do you make a hotel room
feel more like home?
I bring my music with me; that
makes me feel at home. I also bring
a fragrance with me, whether it be
a candle or an air spray, so it smells
like me and my environment. If it’s
a long stay, I order fresh flowers,
which automatically makes it feel
more cozy.
What are you listening to
right now?
I listen to a lot of Pharrell. I also listen to Coldplay. I like to dance, so
I have a lot of dance mixes—I love
David Guetta, Justin Timberlake.
some favorites. I love going to
Venice and eating the delicious
food—it’s so beautiful. I also love
going to Capri and staying at the
J.K.Place Hotel; it feels like your
own private beach house. We also
love going to Aspen, Colo., which
is only a two-hour flight from
Los Angeles—we’re a very big
outdoors family, so we ski a lot in
the winter; in the summer we like
to bike and hike. But I could go on.
I also love Paris.
Aisle or window seat?
If I travel with somebody, like my
husband, I like the window seat;
but if I travel alone, I like the aisle.
I like to be independent and not
cross over anybody and bother
anybody.
What’s one thing you can’t be
without when you travel?
My iPhone, because I can take
pictures with it, I’m always
connected—if somebody needs
me, I’m very accessible. I have
my music, my pictures and it just
keeps me on track.
What’s your favorite
vacation spot?
Too many to mention! But I have
Monique Lhuillier’s designs are available
in Las Vegas at Neiman Marcus at Fashion
Show, (702) 731-3636
FALL FASHION FOR WOMEN IN LAS VEGAS
Burberry
Grand Canal
Shoppes at Palazzo
(702) 382-1911
burberry.com
Escada
Forum Shops at
Caesars Palace
(702) 791-2300
escada.com
M Missoni
Forum Shops at
Caesars Palace
(702) 862-4583
missoni.com/us
Mulberry
Forum Shops at
Caesars Palace
(702) 382-0496
mulberry.com
Stella McCartney
Shops at Crystals,
inside CityCenter
(702) 798-5102
stellamccartney.com
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Fits You Like a
Tiffany T
Designer of the most
coveted shoes around, Stuart
Weitzman tells us how to
put our best foot forward
when on the road.
Q& A with Francesca Amfitheatrof,
Design Director, Tiffany & Co. — By Jennifer McKee
A graduate of London’s Central Saint Martin’s and Royal College
of Art, Francesca Amfitheatrof turned heads developing jewelry
for Chanel, Marni and Fendi, and has sold her designs internationally at the Museum of Modern Art in New York and Colette
in Paris. She’s brought a new aesthetic to the United States’
largest luxury jewelry company with the Tiffany T collection, the
first completely new collection launched there in decades.
What, to you, were the most crucial design elements for the Tiffany T collection? What inspired
the collection? “T” felt like a natural jumping-off point for my work
here, a very exciting beginning. “T”
pays homage to the Tiffany name,
but it also has a verticality and
angularity that I associate with the
energy and intensity of New York.
Tiffany T is sculptural and bold and
very closely linked to the architecture of this city. There is a lot of
New York in Tiffany T, and by that
I mean the relentless movement,
optimism and creativity you find
on these streets. This is a place of
courage and reinvention that constantly sparks creativity. Honestly, I
can’t think of a more exciting place
I could possibly be.
on paper. I love those initial drawings, when anything is possible
and your mind is wide open. I like
to start with a sketch to give the
design process a human element,
a real touch. But I enjoy the entire
What is your creative process?
Always, always, I start with a
dream, something I see in my
head that won’t fade until I get it
Style Locator
Brioni
The Esplanade at
Wynn Las Vegas
(702) 650-5786
brioni.com
Canali
Grand Canal
Shoppes
(702) 862-4447
canali.it
Fall fashion for men in Las Vegas
Elton’s Men’s Store
Mandalay Place,
(702) 990-0571;
Grand Canal
Shoppes,
(702) 853-0571
eltonsmensstore.
com
Thomas Pink
Forum Shops at
Caesars Palace,
(702) 696-1713;
Grand Canal
Shoppes,
(702) 369-2469
thomaspink.com
Vilebrequin
Forum Shops,
(702) 894-9460;
Fashion Show,
(702) 734-0021
vilebrequin.com
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Francesca Amfitheatrof introduced
Tiffany & Co.’s first
brand new collection in decades.
process, the journey of taking
a vivid idea and doing all the
practical and technical thinking
that makes a piece possible to
produce.
The Tiffany & Co. style is iconic.
How do you create an entirely
new collection that stands out
but is true to Tiffany’s heritage?
The Tiffany woman has a spring in
her step. She makes her own rules
and she doesn’t conform. Tiffany T
is first and foremost modern and
makes no apologies for that. It’s
for the cool girl about town who’s
well-informed and has a handle
on what’s happening, what’s now.
She’s clever and smart and is very
certain of herself and her sensuality. What I love about Tiffany T too,
though, is that it’s democratic. It’s
an attitude, not an age.
What do you like best about being part of Tiffany & Co.? Tiffany
has always been a company of
great innovators, great dreamers
who are constantly pushing the
boundaries of what’s possible with
design. This frame of mind links
directly back to the company’s
founder, Charles Lewis Tiffany, who
was an entrepreneur long before
anyone even knew what that term
meant. He was a firebrand, a risk
taker, someone who constantly did
things no one else had the courage
to try. At Tiffany, we carry forward
that spirit of risk and vision. We’re
unfettered by historical styles or
schools of design, rather we create
with a freedom to make—and
break—our own rules.
What are the key shoes every
man and woman should have
in their wardrobes?
> Soft-as-butter boot, black modern boot and whatever helps a
woman feel sexy and beautiful.
What is the best way to pack
shoes and handbags?
> In a cloth bag.
What type of shoes should
men and women take with
them when traveling?
> Whatever they can walk the
farthest in and be the most
comfortable.
What is your best tip for planning one’s travel wardrobe?
> Pack your favorite items, but
pack lightly so it allows you the
opportunity to shop on vacation.
If you could impart one piece
of fashion wisdom to travelers,
what would it be?
> Make sure to pack at least
one heel, as nothing has been
invented yet that beats the high
heel for making a good pair of
legs look great and a great pair
look fabulous!
—Jennifer McKee
(FROM LEFT) TIFFANY DESINGER DIRECTOR IMAGE © MARTIN CROOK, JEWELRY ©TIFFANY & CO; ©STUART WEITZMAN HOLDINGS LLC
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Tops for Tootsies
FENDI BOOTIE
Few things say
fabulous as well as
Fendi, such as this
copper-colored midcalf bootie. It’s one if
the stand-out pieces
of the season, with
its strappy design
and lovely stitching
accents. Available at
Forum Shops at Caesars,
Grand Canal Shoppes,
Via Bellagio, Shops at
Crystals and Fashion
Outlets of Las Vegas.
www.fendi.com
1
Make your feet happy with these chic
selections that are all the rage this fall
2
JIMMY CHOO
BOOTIE
From the world of
Jimmy Choo comes
this exquisitely
crafted bootie in the
lovely navy shade,
Ink. An attentiongetter! Grand Canal
Shoppes, (702) 733-1802;
Forum Shops at Caesars,
(702) 691-2097
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NUMBERS 1, 2, 3 & 5, ©FAISS FOLEY WARREN; #4, ©NEIMAN MARCUS. KINKY BOOTS IMAGE ©THE SMITH CENTER
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KATE SPADE
STRAPPY HEEL
Whimsy and elegance
are combined in this
innovative designer’s
3
4
creations. Who can
resist the goddess-like
feel of the gold leaves
that wrap around the
heel? Fashion Show,
(702) 691-9968; Las
Vegas North-Premium
Outlets, (702) 255-8777
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CHARLOTTE
OLYMPIA HEEL We
always love shopping
at Neiman Marcus,
and getting our fix of
Charlotte Olympia’s
designs tops the list
of our favorite things.
We love the brand’s
grand architectural
style, as seen in this
shoe. Fashion Show,
(702) 731-3636
DVF BOOTIE
Everything Diane von Furstenberg
does turns to gold—
OK, this lovely bootie
comes in a sensuous
Sand Suede. We just
feel so completely
feminine when we
pull them on. Forum
Shops at Caesars, (702)
879-2692; Grand Canal
Shoppes, (702) 818.2294
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3
5
THE BOOTS HAVE IT
In conjunction with its run of the multiple
Tony Award-winning Kinky Boots (Sept.
4-14), the Smith Center has an actual pair
of the red boots on display—for added
inspiration, fashion and otherwise. (702)
749-2000, www.TheSmithCenter.com
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The Hot List
Fashion is a passion in Las
Vegas—we’ve got the hottest
brands and the most covetable
pieces, such as those below:
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1. VALENTINO UOMO MEN’S FRAGRANCE
This new masculine fragrance embodies the
spirit of the timeless yet modern man with
opening notes of Italian bergamot and a hint
of spice. The striking packaging is just as unforgettable as the fragrance. Valentino at Forum
Shops at Caesars, (702) 737-7603
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3
4
2. FALLON PAVE CRYSTAL WING EARRINGS
Exclusive to Barneys New York, these wingshaped stud earrings are perfect for dressing
up that little black—or red, green, navy—dress.
They’ll let everyone know emphatically, instantaneously, that you’ve arrived. Grand Canal
Shoppes, (702) 629-4200
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4. CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN PASSAGE BAG
He’s known for his covetable shoe creations—
but Christian Louboutin’s handbag creations
are also a small slice of heaven. An exquisite
cross-body bag, this Passage Mini in papaya
leather makes a bold first impression with hardware inspired by the architecture of the Galerie
Véro-Dodat in Paris. A must-have for the season.
Grand Canal Shoppes, (702) 818-1650; Forum
Shops at Caesars, (702) 818-8444
5. OROGOLD 24K CELL RENEWAL CREAM
A rich, non-greasy formula that quickly absorbs
into your skin works all night to make your skin
silkier and more youthful-looking in the morning. Its main ingredients: 24K gold and Vitamin
E. Forum Shops at Caesars, (702) 893-4800
6. TORY BURCH LIPSTICK
From her devastatingly gorgeous beauty line
comes the fashion maven’s 12-pack of vivid
lipstick. From her original signature lip color,
Pas du Tout, the collection ranges from tomboy
neutrals to feminine pinks and bold brights.
At the Grand Canal Shoppes, Forum Shops at
Caesars and Las Vegas North-Premium Outlets.
#1 & #3, ©FORUM SHOPS; #5, ©OROGOLD COSMETICS; ALL OTHERS, ©FAISS FOLEY WARREN
3. VALENTINO’S VALENTINA ASSOLUTO
WOMEN’S FRAGRANCE
This truly intoxicating fragrance is a variation
of the original Valentina scent from Valentino.
Among the notes are smeggia peach, Alba
truffle, jasmine, tuberose and Madgascar vanilla.
It’s luxury in a bottle. Valentino at Forum Shops
at Caesars, (702) 737-7603
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the guide
Pride and Pageantry
Commissoned by the state government of Veracruz, Mexico
(where actress Selma Hayek was
born) Viva Veracruz takes a dramatic look at the folklore, songs
and dance of the region through
a vibrant display of pageantry.
Divided into 12 choreographed
dance numbers, the show is composed of a series of vignettes,
interlaced in a rich, dynamic and
eclectic program. The music is a
combination of original compositions and traditional songs such as
the world-famous “La Bamba.” Salsa, Danzon, contemporary dance
and Jarocho, the original Veracruz
dance, confront each other, resulting in a beautiful combination of
cultures and traditions. It’s produced by renowned Mexican producer Luis De Llano-Stevens and
long-time producer Alex Esqueda.
Entertainment
Th-Tu, 7 pm, $39-$99; the VIP ticket includes
an entry for a chance to win a round-trip
vacation to Mexico. Inside the PH Showroom
at Planet Hollywood, (702) 785-5555. www.
planethollywoodresort.com
BOYZ II MEN This iconic, Grammy Award-winning
R&B group performs all of its timeless hits in this
intimate performance. Sept. 5-7 & 26-28, 7:30 pm,
$39.99-$59.99. www.mirage.com/entertainment/
boyz-II-men.aspx. Mirage, 702.792.7777.
BRITNEY: PIECE OF ME The pop princess’ over-the-
top production show, which features the largest
indoor immersive stage projection in the world,
which literally incorporates Britney into whatever
scene she wishes. Sept. 3, 5-6, 9 pm, $59-$179.
www.britneypieceofme.com. Planet Hollywood,
702.785.5000.
DONNY & MARIE This stylish and heartfelt brother &
sister act showcases the duo’s many talents across
dance, comedy and multiple genres of music. Tu-
Sa, 7:30 pm. $116.50-$306. www.donnyandmarie.
com. Flamingo, 702.733.3333.
FRANKIE MORENO  A fan favorite of the Las Vegas
entertainment industry and local celebs, Frankie
and his 10-piece band bring out vintage Vegas
swagger with a modern vibe. W-Sa, 8 pm. $39.99$49.99 (VIP). Guests aged 13-18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. www.frankiemoreno.
com. Stratosphere, 702.380.7777.
MJ LIVE A show that captures the essence of the
King of Pop live in concert. Relive his biggest hits,
dance moves and phenomenal voice. Nightly,
8:45 pm. $52.75-$76.75. www.riolasvegas.com. Rio,
702.252.7776.
PURPLE REIGN: THE ULTIMATE PRINCE TRIBUTE
SHOW A 90-minute show packed with hits from
bands. Th-Su, 10:30 pm. 21+. $42.55-$63.75 www.
purplereign.net. The D, 702.388.2111.
ROD STEWART  The sexy rocker returns to Las
Vegas with a concert extravaganza that features all
of the tunes that have defined his five decades in
music. Sept. 20-21 24, 26-27, 7:30 pm. $49-$250.
www.caesarspalace.com. The Colosseum at Caesars, 800.745.3000.
Production Shows
ABSINTHE An adult carnival with a cast of eclectic
performers who amaze audiences with bizarre
acts. W-Su, 7:30 & 9:30 pm. $99-$124. www.absinthevegas.com. Roman Plaza at Caesars Palace,
800.745.3000.
the Purple One from one of Vegas’ most beloved
WHAT’S THE BEST TIME TO arrive at the theater before the show? Where is the handicap-accessible seating located? Get these answers and more from your hotel concierge.
©PR PLUS
Concerts
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Entertainment DEFENDING THE CAVEMAN A no-holds-barred look
at the battle of the sexes. Su-M, 4 & 7 pm; Tu-Sa, 7
pm. $49.45-$74.45. 13+. www.harrahslasvegas.com/
casinos/harrahs-las-vegas/casino-entertainment/
defending-the-caveman-detail.html. Harrah’s,
702.369.5111.
FANTASY Contemporary choreography gives this
topless revue an edge. 18+. Nightly, 10:30 pm. $39$59. www.luxor.com. Luxor, 702.262.4400.
JERSEY BOYS The story of Frankie Valli and the Four
Seasons, as told through the words of Valli and Bob
Gaudio. W-F & Su, 7 pm; Tu, 6:30 pm; Sa, 5 & 8:15
pm. $48-$123. www.jerseyboysinfo.com/vegas.
Paris Las Vegas, 877.374.7469.
LEGENDS IN CONCERT Considered the standard
for all impersonator shows. Sa-Th, 4 pm, with additional evening shows Su-M. $56.45-$91.45. www.
flamingolasvegas.com. Flamingo, 702.733.3333.
MARRIAGE CAN BE MURDER An interactive dinner
theatre experience in which the audience becomes
part of the mystery unfolding around it. Nightly at
6:15 pm. $60.45-$76.95. www.marriagecanbemurder.com. the D, 702.388.2111.
MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL A celebration of women
who are on the brink of, in the middle of, or have
survived “The Change.” W-M, 5:30 pm; Tu, 8 pm.
$49.95-$65. www.luxor.com. Luxor, 702.262.4400.
MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Set on December 4,
1956, when an extraordinary twist of fate brought
Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and
Elvis Presley together for the first and only time. TuW, F & Su, 7 pm; M & Th, 5:30 & 8 pm. $69-$94.20.
www.harrahslasvegas.com. Harrah’s Las Vegas,
702.853.5950.
PIN UP “Playboy” Playmate Claire Sinclair brings
the classic calendar pin-up girl to life. 21+. Th-M,
10:30 pm. $49.99-$59.99. www.stratospherehotel.
com. Stratosphere, 702.380.7777.
THE RAT PACK IS BACK Take a trip back to the days
of Frank, Sammy, Joey & Dean and witness the
quartet’s antics first-hand. This 11-year smash hit
plays nightly, 7 pm. $65.75-$100.75 (admission plus
ticket to Carnival World Buffet). www.ratpackisback.com. Rio, 702.252.7777.
ROCK OF AGES Celebrate the rock music of the ’80s
in this musical that follows Drew, a boy from South
Detroit, and Sherrie, a small-town girl, who move
to Los Angeles to chase their dreams of making it
big and falling in love. Tu-F & Su, 8 pm; Sa, 7 & 10
pm. $57-$167. www.venetian.com. The Venetian,
702.414.9000.
TICKETS & TOURS Your convenient source for the
hottest Las Vegas show tickets, tours and VIP access to nightclubs. No matter what you’re looking
for, you’ll be able to find all the best shows and all
the best seats at any of Tickets & Tours’ spots both
on and off the Strip, including the Forum Shops at
Caesars Palace, the Stratosphere, McCarran Airport and the Las Vegas Convention Center. www.
entertainmentbenefits.com. 702.617.5595.
TIX4TONIGHT Half-price shows, attractions and din-
ners. Deep discounts as well on several commonly
sold-out shows. Convenient locations include:
South Strip in the Showcase Mall behind the giant Coke bottle next to MGM Grand and on the
sidewalk at Showcase; Center Strip at Bally’s on the
corner where Flamingo Rd. meets the Strip; Planet
Hollywood; Casino Royale, next to The Venetian;
Center Strip at Fashion Show in front of the Neiman
Marcus Strip Entrance; Circus Circus, Slots-A-Fun;
Town Square; and on Fremont St. Downtown at the
Four Queens Hotel. Open daily from 10 am. Shows
posted at 9:30 am. 877-TIX4TNT (877-849-4868).
www.Tix4Tonight.com.
TOURNAMENT OF KINGS Popular Las Vegas dinner
show with invading armies, dancing maidens and
jousting, where you eat with your fingers! M & F, 6
pm; W-Th & Sa-Su, 6 & 8:30 pm. $59. www.excalibur.com. Excalibur, 702.597.7600.
VÉRONIC: VOICES This one-woman sensation
expertly imitates the voices of Christina Aguilera,
Sheryl Crow, Billie Holiday, Susan Boyle, Lady
Gaga, Adele and many more. Th, 9:30 pm; F-Sa,
7 pm. $30-$135. www.veronicvoices.com. Bally’s,
702.777.2782.
X BURLESQUE Imaginative choreography meets
today’s hottest music in a show that emulates the
style of traditional burlesque. Nightly at 10 pm.
18+. $70.05-$106.90. www.flamingolasvegas.com.
Flamingo, 702.733.3333.
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Entertainment X ROCKS  A high-voltage adult topless revue set
to an iconic rock soundtrack. Th-M, 10 pm. $39.95$59.95. www.riolasvegas.com. Rio, 702.777.2782.
Cirque & Performance Art
CRISS ANGEL® BELIEVE™ FROM CIRQUE DU SOLEIL®
Features some of the most amazing illusions ever
presented on stage, from feats that Harry Houdini
dared decades ago, to the newest illusions straight
from the creation of Criss Angel. Tu, F-Sa, 7 pm
& 9:30 pm; W-Th, 7 pm. Tickets start at $59. www.
luxor.com. Luxor, 702.262.4400.
18+. $54.95-$65.95. www.carrottop.com. Luxor,
702.262.4400.
EDDIE GRIFFIN The irreverent comedian keeps au-
diences on their toes with his scintillating stand-up
act. M-Sa, 7 pm. $77.75-$100.75. www.riolasvegas.
com. Rio, 702.777.7776.
FRANKIE SCINTA A dynamic performer who dazzles
audiences with his passionate and energetic performances. W-Su, 8:30 pm. Tickets start at $39.95; a
special dinner and show package is $99. www.thed.
com/entertainment. The D, 702.388.2111.
GORDIE BROWN Impressionist, singer and enter-
tainer known for his celebrity impressions. Tu-Sa,
7:30 pm. $25; a special show and buffet package is
$34.99. www.gordiebrown.com. Golden Nugget,
866.946.5336.
TERRY FATOR Ventriloquist extraodinaire who sings
celebrity impressions. M-Th, 7:30 pm. $59.99$149.99. www.terryfator.com. Mirage, 702.792.7777.
VINNIE FAVORITO  The crowd is the comedy in this
Boston native’s act, as Favorito endlessly riffs the
audience. 8 pm nightly. $54.95-$100. www.flamingolasvegas.com. Flamingo, 702.733.3333.
JABBAWOCKEEZ This world-famous dance troupe
is inspiration personified. Its new show is a celebration of imagination, top-notch choreography and
stunning special effects. Su-M & Th, 7 pm; F-Sa, 7
& 9:30 pm. Tickets start at $55. www.jbwkz.com.
Luxor, 702.262.4400.
KÀ™ BY CIRQUE DU SOLEIL® This revelation from
Cirque du Soleil combines acrobatics, martial arts
and puppetry. Tu-Sa, 7 & 9:30 pm. $75.90-$160.
Dark Sept. 21-29. www.mgmgrand.com. MGM
Grand, 866.740.7711.
LE RÊVE: THE DREAM This aquatic wonder conveys
the surreal nature of dreams. F-Tu, 7 & 9:30 pm.
$105-$195 (VIP Indulgence Package). www.wynnlasvegas.com. Wynn Las Vegas, 702.770.9966.
MICHAEL JACKSON ONE Cirque du Soleil and the
Jackson Estate come together for this feast of
dance, larger-than-life acrobatics and music of the
King of Pop. Sa-W, 7 & 9:30 pm; also, Su at 4:30 pm.
$69-$160. www.mandalaybay.com. Mandalay Bay,
702.632.7580.
ZARKANA™ BY CIRQUE DU SOLEIL® This Cirque du
Soleil spectacular is set in a twisted musical and acrobatic fantasy universe where, little by little, chaos
and craziness give way to a true celebration. F-Tu,
7 & 9:30 pm. Tickets start at $69. www.arialasvegas.
com. Aria, 702.590.9250.
Magic & Illusion
JAN ROUVEN’S ILLUSIONS  The world-renown “man
with nine lives” offers some of the most dangerous and thrilling acts ever to be showcased in Las
Vegas. Sa-Th, 7 p m. Tickets start at $59. www.
janrouven.com. Starlite Theater at the Riviera,
702.800.5888.
MAC KING COMEDY MAGIC SHOW Side-splitting
comedy and magic from the man adored by adults
and children. Tu-Sa, 1 & 3 pm. $29.95-$39.95. www.
mackingshow.com. Harrah’s, 702.369.5222.
PENN & TELLER This duo’s creative performances
are loaded with equal parts magic, theatrics and
pitch-black comedy. Sa-W, 9 pm. $92-$116.50.
www.pennandteller.com. The Rio, 702.777.7776.
Dance Instruction
X BURLESQUE UNIVERSITY Learn showgirl choreog-
raphy on stage from one of the X girls! Also, receive a complimentary make-up kit and learn how
to apply showgirl makeup. Sa, 3 pm. Tickets start at
$44.95. www.xburlesqueuniversity.com. Flamingo,
702.733.3333.
Comedy & Hypnosis
CARROT TOP This red-haired comedian keeps his
audience in stitches as he unpacks trunk loads of
crazy props and wacky inventions. W-M, 8:30 pm.
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PROPERTY
SHOW
ARIA
Zarkana™ by Cirque du Soleil®
BALLY’S
Jubilee!
monday
•
• 7 & 10 pm
7 & 9:30 pm
tuesday
•
• 7 & 10 pm
wednesday
7 & 9:30 pm
• 7 & 10 pm
Veronic Voices
BELLAGIO
‘’O™’’ by Cirque du Soleil®
CAESARS PALACE
Absinthe
THE D
Frankie Scinta
Laughternoon
Marriage Can Be Murder
• 4 pm
• 6:15 pm
• 4 pm
• 6:15 pm
• 7 pm
• 9 pm
• 6 pm
• 7 pm
• 9 pm
• 7:30 & 10 pm
• 8 & 10 pm
• 8:30 pm
• 4 pm
• 6:15 pm
Purple Reign
EXCALIBUR
The Australian Bee Gees Show
Thunder From Down Under
Tournament of Kings
FLAMINGO
•
• 8 pm
• 10 pm
• 7:30 pm
• 9:30 pm
• 8 pm
• 10 pm
•
• 7:30 pm
• 7 pm
• 1 & 3 pm
• 7 pm
Donny & Marie
Legends in Concert
Vinnie Favorito
X Burlesque
7:30 & 9:30 pm
• 7 pm
• 9 pm
• 6 & 8:30 pm
• 4 & 9:30 pm
• 4 pm
• 8 pm
• 10 pm
X Burlesque University
GOLDEN NUGGET
Gordie Brown
HARRAH’S
Defending the Caveman
4 & 7 pm
Mac King
Million Dollar Quartet
LUXOR
Carrot Top
• 5:30 & 8 pm
• 8:30 pm
Criss Angel Believe
Fantasy
Jabbawockeez
Menopause: The Musical
MANDALAY BAY
Michael Jackson ONE™
MGM GRAND
KÀ™ by Cirque du Soleil®
MIRACLE MILE SHOPS B—A Tribute to the Beatles (Saxe)
Evil Dead (V)
•
• 7 pm
• 5:30 pm
• 7 & 9:30 pm
10:30 pm
• 5:30 pm
MIRAGE
The Beatles™ LOVE™
Terry Fator
MONTE CARLO
• 5:30 pm
• 10 pm
• 7:30 pm
• 7 pm & 8:30 pm
• 7 pm & 9 pm
• 7 & 9:30 pm
• 7:30 pm
Blue Man Group
Nightly; Call for days & times
Hitzville—The Show (V)
Marc Savard Comedy Hypnosis (V)
The Mentalist (V)
V—The Ultimate Variety Show (V)
Vegas: The Show (Saxe)
NEW YORK-NEW YORK Zumanity™
PALAZZO
PANDA!
PARIS LAS VEGAS
Jersey Boys
PLANET HOLLYWOOD Viva Veracruz
RIO
Chippendales
Eddie Griffin
MJ Live
Penn & Teller
Rat Pack Is Back
X Rocks
RIVIERA
Illusions
40 is Not the New 20
STRATOSPHERE
Frankie Moreno
PIN UP
TREASURE ISLAND
Mystère™ by Cirque du Soleil®
THE VENETIAN
Human Nature
• 7:30 & 10 pm
• 7 pm
• 8 pm
• 7 pm
• 8:45 pm
• 9 pm
• 7 pm
• 10 pm
• 7 pm
• 10 pm
• 10:30 pm
• 7 & 9:30 pm
• 7 pm
• 7 & 9:30 pm
• 10:30 pm
• 7:30 pm
• 7 pm
• 1 & 3 pm
• 7 pm
• 8:30 pm
• 7 pm
• 10:30 pm
• 8 pm
• 7 & 9:30 pm
• 7 & 9:30 pm
• 5:30 pm
• 5:30 pm
• 7 & 9:30 pm
• 7 & 9:30 pm
• 5:30 pm
• 5:30 pm
• 10 pm
• 7:30 pm
• 7 pm & 8:30 pm
• 7 pm & 9 pm
• 5:30 pm
• 10 pm
• 7:30 pm
• 7:30 pm
• 7:30 & 10 pm
• 6:30 pm
• 7 pm
• 8 pm
• 7 pm
• 8:45 pm
• 9 pm
• 7 pm
• 7 pm & 8:30 pm
• 7 pm & 9 pm
• 7:30 pm
• 7 pm
• 8 pm
• 7 pm
• 8:45 pm
• 9 pm
• 7 pm
• 7 pm
• 10 pm
• 7 pm
• 10 pm
• 8 pm
• 7 & 9:30 pm
• 7 pm
• 7 & 9:30 pm
• 7 pm
• 8 pm
• 7 & 9:30 pm
• 8 pm
Georgia on My Mind, Sept. 18-Oct. 29; show times vary
Rock of Ages
WYNN LAS VEGAS
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Entertainment
thursday
•
• 9:30 pm
• 7:30 & 10 pm
• 8 & 10 pm
• 8:30 pm
• 4 pm
• 6:15 pm
• 10:30 pm
• 7 pm
• 9 pm
• 6 & 8:30 pm
• 4 & 9:30 pm
• 4 pm
• 8 pm
• 10 pm
friday
•
7 & 9:30 pm
7 & 10 pm
•
• 7:30 & 10 pm
• 8 & 10 pm
• 8:30 pm
• 4 pm
• 6:15 pm
• 10:30 pm
7 pm
•
• 6 pm
7, 9 & 11 pm
•
• 10 pm
8 pm
• 7:30 pm
• 7 pm
• 1 & 3 pm
• 5:30 & 8 pm
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Dining
Meat-Lovers, Unite!
A celebration of all things carnivorous, chef José Andrés’ Bazaar Meat is the crown gem of the Strip’s newest hotel, SLS Las Vegas. The cleverly named steakhouse takes appreciation for meat to a new level; expect
succulent beef, lamb and pork creations both grilled and cooked in wood-burning ovens from the man
named Outstanding Chef of the Year at the 2011 James Beard Foundation Awards.
Open for dinner nightly. SLS Las Vegas, (702) 737-2111. www.slslasvegas.com
BARMASA Japanese. Sushi, sashimi and Japanese
specialties from acclaimed chef Masayoshi Takayama. $$$ Open for dinner nightly from 5-11 pm.
www.arialasvegas.com. Aria, 877.230.2742.
BLOSSOM Chinese. Celebrates the richness of
Chinese culture with delicate details punctuated by
non-traditional vibrant colors. $$$ Open for dinner
nightly from 5:30-10:30 pm. www.arialasvegas.com.
Aria, 877.230.2742.
JAVIER’S  Mexican. Hand-shaken margaritas made
with one of the restaurant’s selection of premium
tequilas, and fine Mexican cuisine. $$$ Open daily
from 11:30 am-midnight. www.arialasvegas.com.
Aria, 702.590.3637.
JEAN GEORGES STEAKHOUSE Steak & Chops. The
award-winning Jean-Georges Vongerichten delivers a modern, global approach to a steakhouse,
with a menu that features the highest-quality meat.
$$$ Open for dinner nightly from 5-10:30 pm. www.
arialasvegas.com. Aria, 877.230.2742.
SAGE American. Spotlights farm-to-table produce,
artisanal meats and sustainable seafood with a
strong emphasis on simple, clean flavors presented
in a modern artful way. $$$ Open for dinner
M-Sa from 5-11 pm. www.arialasvegas.com. Aria,
877.230.2742.
SIRIO RISTORANTE Italian. A menu of traditional
Italian dishes, such as Veal Milanese, Osso Buco
and pasta dishes similar to those chef Sirio Maccioni’s grandmother used to make. $$$ Open for
dinner nightly from 5-10:30 pm. www.arialasvegas.
com. Aria, 877.230.2742.
Bally’s
SEA: THE THAI EXPERIENCE Thai. A unique ap-
proach to Thai fusion. $ Open daily from 11 am-2
am. www.ballyslasvegas.com. Bally’s, 702.967.3888.
Bellagio
JASMINE Chinese. Cantonese, Szechwan and
Hunan cuisine made even more remarkable by chef
Philip Lo. $$$ Open for dinner nightly from 5:30-10
pm. The Fountains Brunch is served on Sundays
from 11 am-2:30 pm. www.bellagio.com. Bellagio,
702.693.8865.
LE CIRQUE French. This contemporary French
cuisine is rivaled only by its jewel-box setting. $$$$
Open Tu-Su from 5:30-10 pm. www.bellagio.com.
Bellagio, 702.693.8865.
MICHAEL MINA Seafood. Contemporary seafood
presented with classical technique. $$$ Open for
dinner Th-Tu from 5:30-10 pm. www.michaelmina.
net. Bellagio, 702.693.8865.
PRIME Steak & Chops. The finest meats from
renowned chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten. $$$$
Open for dinner nightly from 5-10 pm. www.bellagio.com. Bellagio, 702.693.8865.
YELLOWTAIL JAPANESE RESTAURANT & LOUNGE,
CHEF AKIRA BACK Japanese/Sushi. A mix of
traditional and modern Japanese cuisine overlooking Lake Bellagio. $$$$ Open for dinner M-Th from
5-10 pm; lounge open until 11 pm. Dinner F-Su
from 5-11 pm; lounge open until midnight. www.
lightgroup.com. Bellagio, 702.693.8300.
Caesars Palace
CARMINE’S NYC’S LEGENDARY FAMILY STYLE ITAL
IAN RESTAURANT Italian. Large platters designed
for sharing and signature pastas epitomize the family theme. $$ Open Su-Th, 10 am-11 pm; F-Sa, 10
am-midnight. carminesnyc.com/index.php. Forum
Shops at Caesars, 702.473.9700.
WHO CAN GET YOU last-minute reservations at the most sought-after restaurants in town? Your hotel concierge. Visit the concierge desk in your hotel and watch them work their magic.
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Dining
IL MULINO NEW YORK Italian. Featuring cuisine
from the Abruzzo region of Italy. $$$ Open for
lunch M-Sa, noon-2 pm; dinner M-Sa, 5-10 pm;
dinner Su, 5-9:30 pm. www.ilmulinonewyork.com.
Forum Shops at Caesars, 702.492.6000.
MESA GRILL Southwestern. Bobby Flay’s passion-
ate and innovative Southwestern cuisine. $$$ Open
for lunch M-F, 11 am-2:30 pm; nightly for dinner,
5-11 pm; brunch Sa-Su, 10:30 am-3 pm. www.bobbyflay.com. Caesars Palace, 702.650.5965.
THE PALM RESTAURANT Steak & Chops. An
institution since 1993, which has served many
celebs. $$$$ Open daily from 11:30 am-11 pm.
www.thepalm.com. Forum Shops at Caesars,
702.732.7256.
PLANET HOLLYWOOD RESTAURANT American.
Decor highlights some of the world’s most valuable
and authentic movie and television memorabilia.
$$ Open Su-Th, 9 am-11 pm; F-Sa, 9 am-midnight.
www.planethollywoodintl.com/locations_vegas.
php. Forum Shops at Caesars, 702.791.7827.
RESTAURANT GUY SAVOY French. The only restau-
rant in the United States in which to experience the
elegant cuisine of Guy Savoy. Choose from an a
la carte menu or a number of tasting menus. $$$$
Open for dinner W-Su, 5:30-9:30 pm. www.guysavoy.com. Caesars Palace, 877.346.4642.
TREVI Italian. Cafe dining with elongated street
lamps and a walk-up gelato/espresso bar. $$
Open Su-Th, 11 am-11 pm; F-Sa, 11 am-midnight.
www.trevi-italian.com. Forum Shops at Caesars,
702.735.4663.
Circus Circus
THE STEAK HOUSE Steak & Chops. Honored as
“The Best Steak House in Las Vegas” for two
decades. Reservations recommended. $$$ Open
nightly for dinner. www.circuscircus.com. Circus
Circus, 702.794.3767.
Cosmopolitan
BLUE RIBBON SUSHI BAR AND GRILL  Japanese/
Sushi. Offers a variety of bistro favorites, American
comfort foods, sushi and sashimi. $$$ Open Su-Th,
5 pm-1 am; F-Sa, 5 pm-2 am. www.cosmopolitanlasvegas.com. Cosmopolitan, 702.698.7890.
D.O.C.G. Italian. A modern wine bar that serves up
pizza, pasta, artisanal cheese and chocolate. $$
Open nightly from 6-11 pm. www.cosmopolitanlasvegas.com. Cosmopolitan, 702.698.7920.
ESTIATORIO MILOS Greek. Fine Greek cuisine, with
an emphasis on seafood. $$$ Open for lunch daily
from noon-3:30 pm; dinner Su-Th, 5:30-11:30 pm;
dinner F-Sa, dinner from 4 pm. www.cosmopolitanlasvegas.com. Cosmopolitan, 702.698.7930.
JALEO Spanish. The most indulgent cured meats,
paella and sangria you’ve ever tasted, from a master of Spanish cooking. $$$ Open Su-Th, 5-11 pm;
F-Sa, 5 pm-midnight. www.cosmopolitanlasvegas.
com. Cosmopolitan, 702.698.7950.
STK LAS VEGAS Steak & Chops. A sleek and sexy
steakhouse with a bustling centerpiece bar. $$$
Lounge and restaurant open from 5:30 pm nightly.
www.cosmopolitanlasvegas.com. Cosmopolitan,
702.698.7990.
The Cromwell
GIADA: THE RESTAURANT Italian. Delightful light
and flavorful cuisine from Food Network star
Giada De Laurentiis, from a perch overlooking the
mid-Strip. $$$ Open for lunch and dinner daily.
www.thecromwell.com/giada.html. The Cromwell,
855.442.3271.
The D
AMERICAN CONEY ISLAND American. Legendary
treat from the family owned iconic eatery. The first
venture outside Michigan. The ultimate Coney dog
restaurant open 24 hrs. $ www.americanconeyisland.com. The D, 702.388.2400.
JOE VICARI’S ANDIAMO ITALIAN STEAKHOUSE
Italian. Family cooking named Metro Detroit’s
“Best Italian.” Serves the finest products, such as
all natural Strauss Lamb and Veal and premium free
range chicken. Open for dinner from 5 pm nightly.
$$ www.thed.com. The D, 702.388.2220.
Downtown Las Vegas
BIG ERN’S BBQ Barbecue. Delicious and flavorful
food from a Las Vegan passionate about barbecue.
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com. Downtown Container Park, 702.834.7845.
Encore
BOTERO Steak & Chops. The art and cuisine are
voluptuous here, where you take a place alongside
genuine Botero masterpieces. $$$$ Open for lunch
F-Su, 11 am- 2:30 pm; dinner, nightly from 6 pm.
www.encorelasvegas.com. Encore, 702.770.3463.
SINATRA Italian. Chef Theo Schoenegger’s culinary
salute to Ol’ Blue Eyes. $$$$ Open for dinner
nightly from 5:30-10:30 pm. www.encorelasvegas.
com. Encore, 702.770.3463.
Fashion Show
CAPITAL GRILLE Steak & Chops. Nationally ac-
claimed for dry aging steaks on premises. $$$$
Open for lunch M-F, 11:30 am-4 pm; Sa, noon- 4
pm and dinner M-Th, 4-10:30 pm; F-Sa, 4-11 pm; Su,
4-10 pm. www.thecapitalgrille.com. Fashion Show,
702.932.6631.
MAGGIANO’S LITTLE ITALY Italian. Rustic Italian
dishes served on red-and-white checkered
tablecloths. $$ Open daily from 11 am-11 pm. www.
maggianos.com. Fashion Show, 702.732.2550.
RA SUSHI Japanese/Sushi. An eclectic menu of su-
shi, along with tempura and teriyaki. $$ Open daily
from 11 am-midnight. www.rasushi.com. Fashion
Show, 702.696.0008.
TIX4 DINNER Various. Discount buffets and half-
price entrees, as well as deep discounts on several
commonly sold-out shows, available at all Tix4
Tonight locations: South Strip in the Showcase
Mall behind the giant Coke bottle next to MGM
Grand and on the sidewalk at Showcase; Center
Strip inside of Bally’s on the corner where Flamingo
Rd. meets the Strip; Casino Royale, next to The
Venetian; Center Strip at Fashion Show in front of
the Neiman Marcus Strip entrance; Circus Circus;
Slots-A-Fun; Town Square; and at Fremont St.
Downtown at the Four Queens Hotel. Open daily
starting at 10 am. Shows posted at 9:30 am. www.
tix4dinner.com. 800.269.8499.
Flamingo
JIMMY BUFFETT’S MARGARITAVILLE American. A
multi-level entertainment venue with a nauticalthemed restaurant, five bars and live entertainment
nightly. $$ Open for breakfast, lunch, dinner and
late-night dining daily. www.margaritavillelasvegas.
com/restaurant.html. Flamingo, 702.733.3302.
Four Seasons
CHARLIE PALMER STEAK Steak & Chops. A twist on
traditional fare in an elegant and understated environment. $$$$ Open for dinner M-Sa, 5:30-10:30
pm; lounge M-Sa, 5 pm-midnight. www.charliepalmer.com. Four Seasons, 702.632.5120.
Golden Nugget
CADILLAC MEXICAN TEQUILA & KITCHEN BAR Mexican. Mouthwatering Mexican food and more than
70 boutique tequila selections make this dining
experience unforgettable. $$ www.goldennugget.
com/LasVegas/eat_cadillac.asp. Golden Nugget,
702.386.8169.
CHART HOUSE  Seafood. Dine on top-of-the-catch
seafood and succulent steaks amid a 75,000-gallon centerpiece aquarium. In the Rush Tower. $$$
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Dining Open M-Th, 11:30 am-11 pm; F-Sa, 11:30 am-11:30
pm; Su, 11:30 am-10:30 pm. www.Chart-house.
com. Golden Nugget, 702.386.8364.
GROTTO ITALIAN RISTORANTE Italian. A menu that
takes its inspiration from the Amalfi Coast of Italy.
$$ Open Su-Th, 11:30 am-10:30 pm and pizza until
midnight; F-Sa, 11:30 am-11:30 pm and pizza until 1
am. Happy hour M-F from 2-6 pm. www.grottorestaurants.com. Golden Nugget, 702.386.8341.
VIC & ANTHONY’S Steak & Chops. Enjoy high-
quality menu selections such as Bone-In Ribeye
and Australian Rock Lobster. $$$ Open for dinner
nightly from 5-11 pm. www.vicandanthonys.com.
Golden Nugget, 702.386.8399.
Grand Canal Shoppes
BUDDY V’S Italian. “Cake Boss” Buddy Valastro’s
family recipes and decadent desserts are the
stuff of dreams. $$ Open for lunch and dinner
daily. www.venetian.com/Las-Vegas-Restaurants/
Casual-Dining/Buddy-Vs-Ristorante. Grand Canal
Shoppes, 702.607.2355.
CANONITA Mexican. A Mexico City soul-food
MORTON’S THE STEAKHOUSE Steak & Chops.
The authority on steak—as witnessed through
its defining publication, “The Steak Bible.” Open
$$$$ M-Sa, 5-11 pm; Su, 5-10 pm. www.mortons.
com. 400 E. Flamingo Rd., 702.893.0703.
Luxor
RICE & COMPANY Pan-Asian. A sushi bar and
lounge with contemporary Chinese and Japanese
cuisine. $$ Open nightly from 5 pm-late. www.
luxor.com/restaurants/riceandcompany.aspx.
Luxor, 702.262.4852.
T&T Mexican. Modern and traditional Mexican
cuisine in a high-energy atmosphere. $$ Open
daily from 11 am-11 pm. www.luxor.com. Luxor,
702.262.5225.
Mandalay Bay
AUREOLE American. Charlie Palmer’s menu of
seasonal dishes features artisan dry-aged beef
and fresh seafood. $$$$ Open nightly from 5:3010:30 pm. www.charliepalmer.com. Mandalay Bay,
702.632.7777.
menu offers a wide variety of items made with
grilled and fire-roasted meats, vegetables and
seafood. $$ Open Su-Th, 11:30 am-10 pm; F-Sa,
11:30 am-11 pm. www.canonita.net. Grand Canal
Shoppes at The Venetian, 702.414.3773.
CROSSROADS AT HOUSE OF BLUES  Southern.
CUT Steak & Chops. Wolfgang Puck’s USDA Prime
FOUNDATION ROOM American. Breathtaking
Nebraska corn-fed, 35-day dry-aged steaks. $$$$
Open nightly from 5:30-11 pm. www.wolfgangpuck.com. Grand Canal Shoppes, 702.607.6300.
POSTRIO American. A menu of contemporary
American cuisine with Mediterranean influences.
$$ Open for lunch and dinner daily from 11 am.
www.wolfgangpuck.com. Grand Canal Shoppes at
The Venetian, 702.796.1110.
TAO Japanese/Sushi. Creations include everything
from Kobe beef to traditional Peking duck, all prepared by master chefs from across Asia. $$ Open
for dinner nightly from 5 pm. www.taorestaurant.
com. Grand Canal Shoppes at The Venetian,
702.388.8338.
Hard Rock Hotel
35 STEAKS + MARTINIS Steak & Chops. A tradition-
al steakhouse with classic libations and cuttingedge design. $$$ Open Su-Th, 5-10 pm; F-Sa, till
midnight. www.hardrockhotel.com/#/dine/35steaks-martinis. Hard Rock Hotel, 702.693.5000.
NOBU Japanese/Sushi. Exotic seafood and
sushi courtesy chef and owner Nobu Matsuhisa. $$$ Open Su-Th, 6-10 pm; F-Sa, till 11
pm. www.hardrockhotel.com. Hard Rock Hotel,
702.693.5090.
PINK TACO Mexican. Puts a California spin on
traditional Mexican dishes. $$ Open Su-Th, 11 am10 pm; F-Sa, 11 am-late. www.hardrockhotel.com.
Hard Rock Hotel, 702.693.5525.
Features Cajun and Creole specialties such as
jambalaya, stewed chicken and Tennessee-style
Baby Back Ribs. $ Open daily from 7 am-11 pm.
www.hob.com. Mandalay Bay, 702.632.7607.
views and cuisine from high atop Mandalay Bay.
$$$ Lounge opens nightly at 5 pm; dining room at
6 pm. www.mandalaybay.com/dining/foundationroom. Mandalay Bay, 702.632.7601.
KUMI Japanese/Sushi. A revolutionary fusion of
authentic Japanese recipes, sushi and modern
Korean-American dishes from superstar chef Akira
Back. $$$$ Open for dinner nightly. www.kumilasvegas.com. Mandalay Bay, 702.632.9100.
blend of Creole/Cajun specialties. $$$ Open
for lunch daily from 11:30 am-2 pm; Su brunch,
11 am-2 pm;dinner nightly from 5-10 pm. www.
emerils.com. MGM Grand, 702.891.7374.
JOEL ROBUCHON French. A private mansion with
a Parisian Art Deco interior and tastings of nine or
16 courses. $$$$ Open Su-Th, 5:30-10 pm; F-Sa, till
10:30 pm. Reservations required. www.joel-robuchon.com. MGM Grand, 702.891.7925.
SHIBUYA Japanese/Sushi. A contemporary take on
traditional Japanese recipes. $$$$ Open Su-Th,
5-10 pm; F-Sa, 5-10:30 pm. www.mgmgrand.com.
MGM Grand, 702.891.3001.
TOM COLICCHIO’S CRAFTSTEAK Steak & Chops.
The James Beard award-winning chef celebrates
the flavors of ingredients produced by small family
farms and artisanal producers. $$$$ Open Su-Th,
5:30-10 pm; F-Sa, till 10:30 pm. www.craftrestaurant.com. MGM Grand, 702.891.7318.
Miracle Mile Shops
CHEESEBURGER LAS VEGAS American. Big, juicy,
five-napkin cheeseburgers. $ Open Su-Th, 8 am-10
pm; F- Sa, 8 am-11 pm. www.cheeseburgerland.
com. Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood,
702.735.8600.
OCEAN ONE BAR & GRILLE Pubs & Grills. An up-
scale bar and grill with burgers, salads, steak and
chops. $ Open daily for lunch and dinner. www.
miraclemileshopslv.com. Miracle Mile Shops at
Planet Hollywood 702.696.9080.
PAMPAS BRAZILIAN GRILLE Brazilian. Enjoy
sizzling skewers of the finest meats and poultry
brought to your table in a seemingly endless
parade of food. $$ Open daily from 8 am-10:30
pm. www.pampasusa.com. Miracle Mile Shops at
Planet Hollywood, 702.737.4748.
Mandalay Place
Mirage
HUSSONG’S CANTINA Mexican. Home of the
HERITAGE STEAK  Steak & Chops. Chef extraordi-
original margarita. Chef Noe Alcala takes traditional Mexican specialties and reinvents them with
modern flair. $$ Open daily from 11 am-11 pm.
www.hussongslasvegas.com. Mandalay Place,
702.632.6450.
RI RA Pubs & Grills. Good-humored Irish pub with
delectable dinners and bartenders obsessed
with pouring the perfect pint of Guinness. Open
M-Th, 11 am-3 am; F, 11 am-4 am; Sa, 9 am-4 am;
Su, 9 am-3 am. www.rira.com. Mandalay Place,
702.632.7771.
Mandarin Oriental
TWIST French. Classic French cuisine with a
contemporary edge, courtesy visionary chef Pierre
Gagnaire. $$$$ Open for dinner Tu-Sa from 6 pm.
www.mandarinoriental.com/lasvegas/fine-dining.
Mandarin Oriental, 702.590.8888.
Howard Hughes Row
MGM Grand
FOGO DE CHAO Brazilian. Brazilian-trained chur-
CRUSH American. A celebration of great food,
rasqueiros, or gaucho chefs, present and slice 15
signature cuts of meat table side from roasting
skewers. Also offers a gourmet salad and sides
bar. $$$ Open for lunch M-F, 11:30 am-2 pm; dinner M-Th, 5-10 pm; dinner F, 5-10:30 pm; dinner Sa,
4:30-10:30 pm; dinner Su, 4-9 pm. www.fogo.com.
Howard Hughes Row, 702.431.4500.
EMERIL’S Seafood. Serves a fresh and distinctive
great drinks and even greater company, this
restaurant gathers together the best tastes from
across the globe and presents them in an array of
large and small plates. $$ Open for dinner nightly.
www.mgmgrand.com/restaurants/crush.aspx.
MGM Grand, 702.891.3222.
naire keeps the home fires burning—he perfects
the art of cooking over an open flame at this
refined steakhouse. $$$ Open for dinner nightly
from 5 pm. www.mirage.com/restaurants. Mirage,
702.791.7223.
PORTOFINO Italian. Comtemporary Italian cuisine
with American innovations. $$$ Open nightly from
5-10 pm. www.mirage.com. Mirage, 866.339.4566.
STACK RESTAURANT & BAR American. A new
American bistro menu in a cutting-edge environment. $$$ Open W-M, 5-11 pm; Tu, 5-10:30 pm.
www.lightgroup.com. Mirage, 702.693.8300.
Monte Carlo
DIABLO’S CANTINA Mexican. American classics
and Mexican favorites converge. $$ Open daily
from 11 am. www.lightgroup.com. Monte Carlo,
702.693.8300.
DOUBLE BARREL ROADHOUSE Southern. Hearty
menu selection and hand-crafted drinks in a venue
that rocks. $$ Open Su-Th, 11 am-2 am; F-Sa, until
4 am. http://sbe.com/nightlife/brands/doublebarrel/. Monte Carlo, 702.222.7735.
DRAGON NOODLE CO. & SUSHI BAR Chinese.
Three culinary experiences under one roof—
classic Chinese cuisine, house-made dim sum and
sushi. $$ Open Su-Th, 11:30 am-11 pm; F, 11:30 am-
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com. Monte Carlo, 702.730.7777.
YUSHO Japanese. Authentic street food and noo-
dles fronting the Strip. $$ Open for dinner nightly.
www.yusholv.com. Monte Carlo, 702.730.6888.
Near Strip
THE BARRYMORE American. A posh throwback
to the Rat Pack era with creative cocktails, classic
shrimp cocktails (with the biggest prawns you’ve
ever seen) and ambiance that doesn’t quit. www.
barrymorelv.com. Royal Resort, 702.407.5303.
EL DORADO CANTINA Mexican. This Mexican
sensation uses all sustainably-raised products in
its cuisine that represents the different regions of
Mexico. Its bar offers more than 100 tequilas. $$$
www.eldoradovegas.com. Next door to Sapphire,
3025 Industrial Rd., 702.722.2289.
HOFBRAUHAUS German. An exact replica of the
legendary Hofbrauhaus in Munich, Germany,
with authentic Bavarian cuisine and a traditional
Beer Hall. Open Su-Th, 11 am-11 pm; F-Sa, until
midnight. www.hofbrauhauslasvegas.com. 4510
Paradise Rd., 702.853.2337.
LANDRY’S SEAFOOD  Seafood. One of the nation’s
most celebrated Gulf Coast seafood restaurants, Landry’s Seafood is the perfect dining for
perfectly-prepared fish, succulent steaks and
legendary desserts. Enjoy an unforgettable dining
experience, in a casual, but upscale environment.
Kids and Gluten Free Menus are available. $$ Open
daily from 11 am-10 pm. www.LandrysSeafood.
com. 2610 W. Sahara Ave., 702.251.0101.
OSAKA JAPANESE BISTRO Japanese/Sushi. A
nine-time winner of the “Best of Vegas” award in
the Review-Journal, this Japanese gem was voted
as one of the 50 best Japanese restaurants in the
world—the only outside of Japan—by Japan’s
largest weekly magazine, the Asahi Shukan. $$$
Open for dinner nightly. www.lasvegas-sushi.com.
4205 W. Sahara Ave., 702.876.4988; 10920 S. Eastern
Ave., 702.616.3788.
PAYMON’S HOOKAH LOUNGE Mediterranean. The
first of its kind in the United States when it opened
in 2000. $$ Open 5 pm-1 am daily. www.paymons.
com. 4147 S. Maryland Parkway, 702.731.6030; 8380
W. Sahara Ave., 702.804.0293.
PAYMON’S MEDITERRANEAN CAFÉ  Mediterranean.
Italian, Greek, Indian and Middle Eastern specialties are served up in a warm, casual and fun environment. The adjoining Hookah Lounge was the
first of its kind in the United States when it opened
in 2000. $$ Café open from 11 am-1 am dailywww.paymons.com. 4147 S. Maryland Parkway,
702.731.6030; 8380 W. Sahara Ave., 702.804.0293.
PIERO’S Italian. Fine Italian cuisine served up in a
classic Las Vegas ambiance. www.pieroscuisine.
com. 355 Convention Center Drive, 702.369.2305.
NY-NY
IL FORNAIO Italian. Award-winning, authentic
Italian food. $$$ Open daily from 7:30 am-midnight. www.ilfornaio.com. New York-New York,
702.740.6402.
NINE FINE IRISHMEN Pubs & Grills. Inspired by a
group of Irishmen who led lives of great adventure.
$$ Open daily from 11 am-11 pm; bar open until
2:45 am. www.ninefineirishmen.com. New YorkNew York, 702.740.6463.
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CARNEVINO ITALIAN STEAKHOUSE Italian. Mario
Batali’s interpretation of the classic steakhouse
“al’ Italiano.” $$$ Open for dinner nightly from
5-11 pm. www.palazzolasvegas.com. Palazzo,
702.789.4141.
LAGASSE’S STADIUM Pubs & Grills. Game-day
favorites from Emeril Lagasse—New Orleans-style
dishes and reinventions of American classics. $$
Open for lunch and dinner daily. www.palazzolasvegas.com/lagasse.aspx. Palazzo, 702.607.2665.
ZINE NOODLES DIM SUM  Chinese. Authentic
noodles dishes and dim sum from celebrated chef
Simon To. $$$ Open daily from 11 am-1 am. www.
palazzolasvegas.com. Palazzo, 702.607.2220.
Palms
ALIZÉ French. World-class cuisine and service with
a dramatic view of the Strip. $$$ Open nightly from
5:30 pm. www.alizelv.com. Palms, 702.951.7000.
N9NE STEAKHOUSE Steak & Chops. Celebrity
hot spot know for prime-aged steaks and fresh
seafood. Also offers an exclusive champagne &
caviar bar. $$$ Open Su-Th, 5:30-10 pm; F-Sa, till
11 pm. www.palms.com/dining/las-vegas-n9nesteakhouse. Palms, 702.933.9900.
NOVE ITALIANO Italian. A blend of classic and
modern Italian cuisine served up in a dining room
fit for a villa in Tuscany. $$$ Open Su-Th, 6-10 pm;
F-Sa, till 11 pm. www.palms.com/dining/las-vegasnove-italiano-restaurant. Palms, 702.942.6800.
Palms Place
SIMON American. A sophisticated and inventive
menu with a special focus on quality organic ingredients. $$$ Open daily from 7 am-11 pm. Sunday
brunch takes place from 10 am-4 pm. www.simonatpalmsplace.com. Palms Place, 702.944.3292.
Paris
EIFFEL TOWER RESTAURANT French. This romantic
merge at this nod to Southeast Asian cooking.
$$ Open Su-Th, 11 am-midnight; F- -Sa, 11 am-1
am. www.pfchangs.com. Planet Hollywood,
702.836.0955; 4165 Paradise Rd., 702.792.2207;
The District, 702.361.3065; 1095 S. Rampart Blvd.,
702.968.8885. .
STRIP HOUSE Steak & Chops. A celebration of
food for the truly indulgent. $$$$ Open Su-Th, 5-11
pm; F-Sa, until 11:30 pm. www.theglaziergroup.
com/. Planet Hollywood, 702.737.5200.
YOLOS  Mexican. Vibrant and playful—perfect
for enjoying Mexican favorites. $$ Open Su-Th,
11:30 am-10 pm; F-Sa, 11:30 am-midnight. www.
planethollywoodresort.com. Planet Hollywood,
702.785.0122.
The Quad
HASH HOUSE A GO GO  American. Hearty por-
tions of award-winning, farm-fresh food that are
comforting day or night. $. Open 24 hours at The
Quad; call other locations for hours. www.hashhouseagogo.com. The Quad, 702.254.4646; Also
at 6800 W. Sahara Ave. 702.804.4646; at the Rio,
702.252.7777; And at the Plaza in downtown Las
Vegas, 702.384.4646.
Rio
BUZIO’S Seafood. Features traditional New
England fare and fresh seafood from its docks.
$$$ Open Su-Th, 5-10:30 pm; F-Sa, till 11 pm. www.
playrio.com. Rio, 702.777.7923.
KJ DIM SUM & SEAFOOD CHINESE RESTAURANT
Chinese. Fresh selections of Chinese seafood
favorites created by a traditionally trained team
of chefs, and unforgettable dim sum. $$$ Open
daily from 10 am-2 am. www.playrio.com. Rio,
702.777.7777.
MARTORANO’S Italian. Experience the chef’s
family recipes and the flavor of his old-school
method of cooking. $$$ Open Su-Th, 5:30-10 pm;
F-Sa, till 10:30 pm. www.cafemartorano.com. Rio,
702.777.7740.
restaurant is located 11 stories above the Strip.
$$$$ Open for lunch M-F, 11:30 am-4 pm; brunch
Sa-Su, 11 am-4 pm; dinner Su-Th, 5-10:30 pm;
dinner F-Sa, 5:30-11 pm. Reservations necessary.
www.eiffeltowerrestaurant.com. Paris Las Vegas,
702.948.6937.
VOODOO STEAK Steak & Chops. Enjoy premium
MON AMI GABI French. A classy Parisian-style bras-
R STEAK & SEAFOOD  Steak & Chops. Affordable
serie specializing in steak frites and seafood. $$$
Open daily from 7 am-11 pm. www.monamigabi.
com. Paris Las Vegas 702.944.4224.
SUGAR FACTORY BAR & GRILL  American. Offers
a wide array of American favorites, such as fluffy
omelets, fresh garden salads and Black Angus
steak frites, as well as signature sweet items,
the red velvet pancakes among them. Open 24
hours. $$ www.sugarfactory.com. Paris Las Vegas,
702.331.5100.
Planet Hollywood
KOI Japanese. The Las Vegas version of the NYC
and L.A. hotspot, with inspired sushi and dramatic
views of the Strip. $$$ Open Su-Th, 5:30-10:30
pm; F-Sa, until 11:30 pm. www.koirestaurant.com.
Planet Hollywood, 702.454.4555.
PF CHANG’S CHINA BISTRO Pacific Rim. Traditional
Chinese offerings and contemporary dishes
reserve and dry-aged steaks at this hotspot 50
floors high. $$$ Open nightly from 5-11 pm. www.
playrio.com. Rio, 702.777.7923.
Riviera
elegance for everyone, in the form of juicy steaks,
succulent seafood, barbecue platters and burgers.
$$ Open nightly from 5-10 pm. www.rivierahotel.
com. Riviera, 702.794.9233.
The Shops at Crystals
MASTRO’S OCEAN CLUB Seafood. The freshest
in upscale seafood and USDA prime steaks in an
intimate and energetic environment. $$$$ Open
for dinner nightly. www.mastrosrestaurants.com.
The Shops at Crystals, 702.798.7115.
SOCIAL HOUSE Japanese/Sushi. Elevates the art of
Asian cuisine. $$$ Open Su-Th, 11 am-11 pm; F-Sa,
till midnight. www.crytalsatcitycenter.com. The
Shops at Crystals, 702.736.1122.
SLS Las Vegas
CLEO Mediterranean. An inspired reinvention of
Tinseltown glamour. $$$ Open for dinner nightly.
www.slslasvegas.com. SLS Las Vegas, 702.737.2111.
KATSUYA Japanese/Sushi. Dynamic creations from
master sushi chef Katsuya Uechi. $$$ Open for dinner nightly. www.slslasvegas.com. SLS Las Vegas,
702.737.2111.
Stratosphere
MCCALL’S HEARTLAND GRILL  Steak & Chops.
Hearty Midwestern-style steaks and fresh coastal
seafood in a sleek yet cozy “cowboy chic” atmosphere. Open from 3-11 pm daily. www.stratospherehotel.com. Stratosphere, 702.380.7777.
TOP OF THE WORLD RESTAURANT & LOUNGE
American. This fine dining restaurant features
culinary delights served in an elegant atmosphere
with unparalleled views of the city, as the restaurant revolves 360 degrees every 80 minutes. $$$$
Reservations required. Open daily for lunch from
11 am-3:30 pm;dinner, 4:30-10 pm. www.stratospherehotel.com. Stratosphere, 702.380.7711.
Town Square
BLUE MARTINI American. Tapas-style dining and
more than 30 premium martinis make for one of
the best socializing spots in town. $ Open Su-Tu,
4 pm-3 am; W- Sa, 4 pm-4am. www.bluemartinilounge.com. Town Square, 702.949.2583.
BRIO TUSCAN GRILLE Italian. Brings the pleasures
of a Tuscan country villa to Las Vegas. $$ Open
Su-Th, 11 am-11 pm; F-Sa, 11 am-midnight. www.
brioitalian.com. Town Square, 702.914.9145; Also at
Tivoli Village, 702.433.1233.
CLAIM JUMPER American. Hearty portions of
your favorite comfort foods. $$ Lunch and dinner: Daily. www.claimjumper.com. Town Square,
702.270.2509; In Henderson at 601 N. Green Valley
Parkway, 702.933.0880; In Summerlin at 1100 S.
Fort Apache Rd., 702.243.8751; Golden Nugget,
128 East Fremont St., Carson Tower, 702.386.8238.
ENGLISH’S British. Delicious, authentic regional
British cuisine in a fun and social atmosphere. $
Open Su-Th, 9 am-11 pm; F-Sa, 9 am-midnight;
brunch daily from 9 am-noon. www.englishstownsquare.com. Town Square, 702.478.8080.
FLEMING’S PRIME STEAKHOUSE & WINE BAR Steak
& Chops. Indulgent, prime-aged steaks are paired
with opulent steak companions and the finest
selections of wine at this revered steakhouse. $$$
Open for dinner nightly. www.flemingssteakhouse.
com. Town Square, 702.407.0019; 8721 W. Charleston Blvd., 702.838.4774.
KABUKI Japanese/Sushi. A fun, casual atmosphere
with more than 2,000 items to choose from,
including an extensive vegetarian menu and
beverage program. $$ Open for lunch and dinner
daily. www.kabukirestaurants.com. Town Square,
702.896.7440; Tivoli Village, 702. 685.7776.
Treasure Island (TI)
KAHUNAVILLE Tropical. An immersive dining
experience with tropical cuisine and world-famous
flair bartenders. $ Open Su-Th, 7 am-10 pm; F-Sa, 7
am-11 pm. www.kahunaville.com. Treasure Island,
702.894.7395.
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PHIL’S ITALIAN STEAK HOUSE Steak & Chops.
Prime cuts of beef served up in a contemporary
atmosphere. $$$ Open for dinner nightly from
5-10 pm. www.treasureisland.com. Treasure Island,
866.286.3809.
Tropicana
BISCAYNE STEAK, SEA AND WINE Steak & Chops.
Premium cuts of steak and top-grade fish,
prepared and presented with a fresh new twist.
$$$ Open Su-Th, 5-10 pm; F-Sa, 5-11 pm. www.
tropicanalv.com. Tropicana, 702.739.2222.
The Venetian
BOUCHON French. World-renowned chef Thomas
Keller brings his refined cuisine to Las Vegas.
$$$ Reservations required. Open for breakfast,
7 am-1 pm; brunch, Sa-Su, 8 am-2 pm; mid-day
oyster bar daily from 3-10 pm; dinner nightly from
5-10 pm. www.bouchonbistro.com. The Venetian,
702.414.6200.
Westgate Las Vegas
BENIHANA Japanese. The masters of exhibition-
style Japanese cooking. $$$ Open for dinner
nightly from 5:50-10:30 pm. www.westgatedestinations.com/nevada/las-vegas/westgate-las-vegashotel-casino. Westgate Las Vegas, 702.732.5755.
TJ’S STEAKHOUSE Steak & Chops. Some of the
largest cuts of beef available in Las Vegas. $$$
Open for dinner nightly from 5:30-10:30 pm. www.
westgatedestinations.com/nevada/las-vegas/
westgate-las-vegas-hotel-casino. Westgate Las
Vegas, 702.732.5755.
Westin Lake Las Vegas
MARSSA Japanese/Sushi. The most exquisite
creations from the sea come to your plate here. $$$
Open for dinner Tu-Sa, 6-10 pm. www.westin.com.
Westin Lake Las Vegas, 702.567.6000.
Wynn Las Vegas
BARTOLOTTA RISTORANTE DI MARE Italian.
Celebrates the traditions of Italian cuisine where
fresh seafood is flown in daily from fish markets
throughout Europe. $$$$ www.wynnlasvegas.com.
Wynn Las Vegas 702.770.3463.
THE COUNTRY CLUB Steak & Chops. A posh set-
ting that pays homage to the classic American
steakhouse. $$$ Open for lunch M-F; dinner, W-Sa,
5:30-10 pm. www.wynnlasvegas.com. Wynn Las
Vegas, 702.770.3463.
LA CAVE Tapas. A stylish food and wine hideaway
with a great spirit of conviviality. $$ Open for lunch
and dinner daily. www.wynnlasvegas.com. Wynn
Las Vegas, 702.248.3463.
LAKESIDE GRILL  American. A refined choice
for steak, seafood and more by Wynn’s Lake
of Dreams. $$$$ Open nightly from 5:50-10:30
pm. www.wynnlasvegas.com. Wynn Las Vegas,
702.248.3463.
SW STEAKHOUSE Steak & Chops. An innovative
menu of prime-aged steak and chops. $$$ Open
nightly for dinner from 5:30-10 pm. www.wynnlasvegas.com. Wynn Las Vegas, 702.248.3463.
WINGLEI Chinese. Sumptuous Chinese cuisine
from executive chef Richard Chen. $$$$ www.
wynnlasvegas.com. Wynn Las Vegas, 702.248.3463.
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Dining Cuisine
BY PROPERTY
KEY
$ Entrées under $15
$$ Entrées $15-$30
$$$ Entrées $30-$45
$$$$ Entrées over $45
Aria (877) 230-2742
barMASA, Japanese ............................. $$$
Bobby’s Burger Palace, American $$
Blossom, Chinese .................................. $$$
Javier’s, Mexican............ .............................$$
Jean Georges Steakhouse............$$$$
Julian Serrano, Spanish..................... $$$
Lemongrass, Thai .......................................$$
Sage, American ....................................... $$$
Sirio’s Ristorante, Italian .................... $$$
Tetsu, Japanese ....................................... $$$
Bally’s (702) 967-7999
BLT Steak, Steak & Chops ................ $$$
Ichiban Sushi, Japanese/Sushi .......$$
SEA, Thai............................................................$$
Bellagio (702) 693-7223
Circo, Italian ............................................... $$$
FIX, American............................................ $$$
Jasmine, Chinese ................................... $$$
Le Cirque, French ............................... $$$$
Michael Mina, Seafood ..................... $$$
Picasso, French ..................................... $$$$
Prime, Steak & Chops ...................... $$$$
Sensi, Continental ................................. $$$
Todd English’s Olives, Fusion ...........$$
Yellowtail, Japanese/Sushi .......... $$$$
Caesars Palace (877) 346-4642
Beijing Noodle No. 9, Chinese........$$
Central, American ....................................$$
Gordon Ramsay Pub & Grill .......... $$$
Mesa Grill, Mexican ............................ $$$
Nobu, Japanese/Sushi ................... $$$$
Old Homestead Steakhouse ... $$$$
Payard, French.....................................................$$
RAO’s, Italian .............................................. $$$
Restaurant Guy Savoy, French . $$$$
Serendipity 3, American ......................$$
Cosmopolitan (702) 698-7770
Blue Ribbon Sushi Bar & Grill ....... $$$
China Poblano, Global ...................... $$$
Comme Ca, French.............................. $$$
Estiatorio Milos, Greek ....................... $$$
Holsteins, Burgers .....................................$$
Jaleo, Spanish ........................................... $$$
STK, Steak & Chops .............................. $$$
Scarpetta/D.O.C.G., Italian............... $$$
The Cromwell (702) 777-3777
Giada: The Restaurant, Italian ...... $$$
The D (702) 388-2400
American Coney Island ...........................$
Joe Vicari’s Andiamo Italian Steak$$
Encore (702) 770-3463
Andrea’s, Pan-Asian ........................... $$$$
Botero, Steak & Chops.................... $$$$
Sinatra, Italian ........................................ $$$$
Society, American ................................. $$$
Wazuzu, Pan-Asian............................. $$$$
Excalibur (702) 597-7777
Buca di Beppo, Italian ............................$$
The Steakhouse at Camelot ......... $$$
Fashion Show (702) 369-8382
California Pizza Kitchen ...........................$
Capital Grille, Steak & Chops..... $$$$
El Segundo Sol, Mexican........................$
Grimaldi’s Pizzeria.........................................$
Maggiano’s Little Italy, Italian...........$$
RA Sushi, Japanese/Sushi ...................$$
Stripburger, Pubs & Grills .......................$
Flamingo (702) 733-3333
Carlos ‘n’ Charlie’s, Mexican................$$
Center Cut Steakhouse .................... $$$
Hamada of Japan .................................. $$$
Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville .........$$
Forum Shops at Caesars
(702) 893-4800
Carmine’s, Italian .................................... $$$
Il Mulino New York, Italian .......... $$$$
Joe’s Seafood...... ................................... $$$$
Palm Restaurant, Steak & Chops .........$$$
Planet Hollywood, American ..............$
Spago, American ................................... $$$
Sushi Roku, Japanese/Sushi ......... $$$
Trevi, Italian.....................................................$$
Four Seasons (702) 632-5000
Charlie Palmer Steak ........................ $$$$
Verandah, Italian ........................................$$
Golden Nugget (702) 386-8364
Cadillac Vegas, Mexican .......................$$
Chart House, Continental .............. $$$
Claim Jumper, American.....................$$
Grotto Italian Ristorante, Italian .....$$
Lillie’s Asian Cuisine, Pacific Rim ....$$
Red Sushi, Japanese/Sushi ................$$
Vic & Anthony’s, Steak & Chops .....$$$
Hard Rock Hotel (702) 693-5000
35 Steaks + Martinis ............................ $$$
Culinary Dropout, Pubs & Grills .....$$
Nobu, Japanese/Sushi ...................... $$$
Pink Taco, Mexican ...................................$$
Harrah’s (702) 369-5000
“I Love This Bar & Grill” .........................$$
KGB, Pubs & Grills.......................................$$
Ming’s Table, Chinese.............................$$
The Linq (702) 694-8100
Brooklyn Bowl, American....................$$
Chayo, Mexican ...................................... $$$
Flour & Barley, Pizza & Pasta ..............$$
Yard House, American...........................$$
Luxor (702) 262-4000
Public House, American ......................$$
Rice & Company, Pan-Asian ..............$$
T&T, Mexican ............................................. $$$
Tender, Steak & Chops ...................... $$$
Mandalay Bay (702) 632-7777
Aureole, American............................. $$$$
Border Grill, Mexican ..............................$$
Citizens, American ..................................... $
Crossroads at HOB, American ....... $$
Fleur, Tapas ................................................. $$$
Foundation Room, American..... $$$
Kumi, Japanese/Sushi ..................... $$$$
Lupo, Italian ...................................................$$
Mix, French .............................................. $$$$
Red Square, Continental ................. $$$
Rick Moonen’s rm Seafood.............$$$
Stripsteak. .................................................... $$$
Mandarin Oriental
(702) 590-8888
MOzen, Pan-Asian .....................................$$
Twist, French .......................................... $$$$
MGM Grand (877) 660-0660
Crush, American.........................................$$
Emeril’s, Seafood .................................... $$$
Fiamma, Italian ........................................ $$$
Hakkasan, Chinese ............................... $$$
Hecho in Vegas, Mexican ............... $$$
Joel Robuchon, French ................ $$$$
Pearl, Chinese ........................................... $$$
Pub 1842, Pubs & Grills ..................... $$$
Rainforest Cafe, American .....................$
Shibuya, Japanese/Sushi.............. $$$$
Tom Colicchio’s Craftsteak ........ $$$$
Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill ................$$
Mirage (702) 791-7416
BLT Burger, Pubs & Grills ......................$$
Fin, Chinese................................................ $$$
Heritage Steak, Steak & Chops ... $$$
Portofino, Italian ..................................... $$$
Samba Brazilian Steakhouse ........ $$$
STACK, American ................................... $$$
Monte Carlo (702) 730-7777
Andre’s, French ..................................... $$$$
BRAND Steakhouse ............................................$$$
d.vino, Italian ............................................. $$$
Diablo’s Cantina, Mexican ..................$$
Double Barrel Roadhouse..................$$
Dragon Noodle, Chinese ....................$$
The Pub, Pubs & Grills ............................$$
Yusho, Japanese.........................................$$
Near-Strip restaurants
El Dorado (702) 722-2289 ............. $$$
Fogo de Chao, (702) 431-4500 ... $$$
Osaka, (702) 876-4988.........................$$$
Paymon’s, (702) 731-6030.......................$
Piero’s, (702) 369-2305.........................$$$
NY-NY (702) 740-6969
Chin Chin Cafe, Chinese......................$$
Gallagher’s Steakhouse .................... $$$
Gonzalez y Gonzalez, Mexican.......$$
Il Fornaio, Italian ..................................... $$$
Nine Fine Irishmen...................................$$
The Sporting House................................$$
Palazzo/Grand Canal Shoppes
(702) 607-7777
Carnevino, Italian................................... $$$
Cut, Steak & Chops ........................... $$$$
Grimaldi’s, Italian ........................................$$
I Love Burgers, Pubs & Grills .............$$
Lagasse’s Stadium, Pubs & Grills....$$
LAVO, Italian............................................... $$$
Morels, Steak & Chops....................... $$$
Sushisamba, Mixed Grill ................... $$$
Table 10, American .............................. $$$
Zine Noodles Dim Sum.................................$$$
Palms (702) 942-7777
Alizé, French ............................................. $$$
N9NE, Steak & Chops ...................... $$$$
Nove, Italian ............................................... $$$
Paris (702) 946-7000
Eiffel Tower Restaurant, French....$$$$
Gordon Ramsay Steak ....................... $$$
Le Burger Brasserie, Pubs & Grills .....$$
Mon Ami Gabi, French...................... $$$
Sugar Factory, American .....................$$
Planet Hollywood/Miracle Mile
(702) 785-5555
Cabo Wabo, Mexican .........................................$$
Cheeseburger Las Vegas, American ....$
Gordon Ramsay BurGR .........................$$
KOI, Japanese/Sushi ............................ $$$
Ocean One Bar & Grille..........................................$
Oyster Bay, Seafood ................................$$
Pampas Brazilian Grille ..........................$$
PBR Rock Bar & Grill .................................$$
P.F. Chang’s, Pacific Rim.........................$$
Strip House, Steak & Chops ....... $$$$
Yolos, Mexican .............................................$$
The Quad (702) 731-3311
Embers, Steak & Chops..................... $$$
Guy Fieri’s Vegas Bar & KItchen ......$$
Hash House A Go Go, American .....$
Rio (702) 252-7777
Buzio’s, Seafood ...................................... $$$
Hash House A Go Go, American .....$
KJ Dim Sum & Seafood .................... $$$
Martorano’s, Italian. .............................. $$$
Voodoo Steak ........................................... $$$
Shops at Crystals (702) 590-9299
Mastro’s Ocean Club, Seafood...........$$$$
Social House, Pan-Asian ................... $$$
Todd English P.U.B., Pubs & Grills...$$
SLS Las Vegas (702) 737-2111
Bazaar Meat, Steak & Chops .....................$$$
Cleo, Mediterranean ........................... $$$
Katsuya, Japanese/Sushi ................. $$$
Stratosphere (702) 380-7777
McCall’s Heartland Grill ........................$$
Top of the World, American............$$$$
Town Square (702) 269-5001
Blue Martini, Tapas.......................................$
Brio, Italian.......................................................$$
Bonefish Grill, Seafood ..........................$$
Claim Jumper, American.....................$$
Crazy Pita, Mediterranean ....................$
English’s, Pubs & Grills ...............................$
Fleming’s, Steak & Chops..............................$$$
Kabuki, Japanese/Sushi........................$$
Sugar Factory, American .....................$$
Texas de Brazil, Brazilian ................... $$$
Tommy Bahama, American........... $$$
Treasure Island (702) 894-7111
Little Richie’s Chicago Style Dogs ..$
Kahunaville, Tropical ..................................$
Phil’s Italian Steak House...............................$$$
The Venetian/Grand Canal
Shoppes (702) 414-1000
Aquaknox, Seafood .......................... $$$$
Buddy V’s Ristorante, Italian ..............$$
B&B Ristorante, Italian ..................... $$$$
Bouchon, French ................................... $$$
Canaletto, Italian .................................... $$$
Canonita, Mexican....................................$$
db Brasserie, French ............................ $$$
Otto Las Vegas, Italian ...........................$$
Postrio, American ......................................$$
Public House, American ......................$$
Rockhouse, American...............................$
TAO, Pacific Rim ..........................................$$
Zeffirino, Italian ....................................... $$$
Westgate LV (702) 732-5755
Benihana, Japanese ............................. $$$
Teru Sushi, Japanese/Sushi ........... $$$
TJ’s Steakhouse, Steak & Chops . $$$
Wynn (702) 770-3463
Allegro, Italian .......................................... $$$
Bartolotta, Italian................................. $$$$
The Country Club, Steak & Chops....$$$
La Cave, Tapas ..............................................$$
Lakeside Grill .......................................... $$$$
Mizumi, Japanese............................... $$$$
Red 8, Pan-Asian.........................................$$
SW Steakhouse, Steak & Chops......$$$
Wing-Lei, Chinese .............................. $$$$
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Shopping
Dramatic Fashion
Sensibility
Standing out in the fashion
industry is no easy task. Ted Baker, however, has made a career
of it—his first stores offered
laundry service for every shirt
purchased. Today, Ted Baker
London makes that statement
with its luxurious men’s and
women’s fashion lines, such as
this Lyanele cape-back maxi
dress in pink—it’s a statement
dress if there ever was one! The
cape back gives it a Grecian
feel that’s bold and daring, any
you’ll feel absolutely dreamy
in it. Brand new to the Fashion
Show, bespoke fixtures in-store
recall casino tables, and smoked
glass mirrors transport you to a
period of decadence.
At Fashion Show, (702) 835-5450; Forum
Shops, (702) 369-4755; and Las Vegas
North-Premium Outlets ,(702) 385-0090
BOULEVARD MALL BLVD Located just minutes
from the Strip, downtown Las Vegas and the Convention Center, the Boulevard features 130 shops,
services and eateries, such as Bath and Body
Workds, JC Penney, Victoria’s Secret. Marshalls,
Sears, Macy’s and Old Navy. M-Sa, 10 am-9 pm;
Su, 11 am-6 pm. www.boulevardmall.com. 3528 S.
Maryland Parkway, 702.735.8268.
DOWNTOWN CONTAINER PARK DCP A two-story
shopping and dining nirvana whose environs are
made of recycled shipping containers. Shopowners are local artists and artisans; restaurateurs
are Las Vegas locals as well. The family-friendly
destination offers a kid’s play zone in the center,
and in the evening, live events take place on the
performance stage. Shops open M-Sa, 10 am-9
pm; Su, 10 am-8 pm. Restaurants open Su-Th, 11
am-11 pm; F-Sa, 11 am-1 am. http://downtowncontainerpark.com. 707 E. Fremont St., 702.637.4244.
ENCORE ESPLANADE ENC Offers 10 of the most
exclusive boutiques in town. Retailers include
Hermes, International Watch Company (IWC),
Jaeger Le-Coultre and Piaget. Su-Th, 10 am-11 pm;
F-Sa, until midnight. www.encorelasvegas.com.
Encore, 702.770.8000.
FASHION OUTLETS OF LAS VEGAS FOLV It’s worth
the short drive to save up to 75 percent off of more
than 100 designer brands like Neiman Marcus Last
Call, Williams-Sonoma, Nike, Banana Republic,
Juicy Couture, Karen Millen, Coach and many
more. I-15 to Exit 1, Primm, Nev. Open daily 10
am-8 pm. www.fashionoutletlasvegas.com. 32100
Las Vegas Blvd. S. (in Primm, Nev., I-15 at Exit 1),
888.424.6898.
FASHION SHOW FS Las Vegas’ largest shopping
destination offers seven department stores including Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue, Nordstrom, Macys, Dillard’s, Macy’s Mens and Forever
21. Each weekend, the center hosts live fashion
shows on its runway, featuring the latest styles
from its anchor stores and more than 200 retailers;
additional stores include Topshop/Topman, Ted
Baker London, Pinto Ranch and Henri Bendel. A
wide variety of dining options are also available
from formal to quick-service. M-Sa, 10 am-9 pm; Su,
11 am-7 pm. Across the Strip from Wynn Las Vegas.
www.thefashionshow.com. 3200 Las Vegas Blvd. S.,
702.369.8382.
FORUM SHOPS AT CAESARS FSC Globally recog-
nized as the premier luxury retail destination in Las
Vegas, The Forum Shops at Caesars is noted for its
unique combination of top retail, dining, entertainment, location and thematic Roman ambiance.
Featuring 160 specialty shops and restaurants,
The Forum Shops is home to some of the most
celebrated retailers including; Breitling, Burberry,
Cartier, Christian Louboutin, Coach, David Yurman,
Ted Baker London, Diane von Furstenberg, Emilio
Pucci, Ermenegildo Zegna, Versace, Gucci, Hublot,
John Varvatos, Louis Vuitton, Marc Jacobs, Michael
Kors, MontBlanc, Nike, Officine Panerai, Rolex,
Salvatore Ferragamo, Tiffany & Co., Tourneau
and Tory Burch. Restaurants and specialty food
shops include Vosges Haut-Chocolat and power
lunch spot Spago, Il Mulino, The Palm Las Vegas,
Carmine’s and Trevi. Su-Th, 10 am-11 pm F-Sa until
midnight. www.forumshops.com. Caesars Palace,
702.893.4800.
GRAND CANAL SHOPPES AT THE VENETIAN | THE
PALAZZO GCS Located inside The Venetian
| The Palazzo Resort-Hotel-Casino, the center
boasts 160 specialty brands and world-class restaurants nestled around a charming and faithful reproduction of Venice’s Grand Canal, complete with
WHAT BOUTIQUES stock the best of haute-couture fashion? Where can you buy the most stylish lingerie in town, a pair of jeans and some hot shades? Ask your hotel concierge.
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Shopping Centers
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cobbled walkways, street-side cafes and live entertainment. Signature brands, including Nevada’s
only Barneys New York, Jimmy Choo, Diane von
Furstenberg, Christian Louboutin, Kenneth Cole,
Dooney & Bourke, Hervé Léger and Swarovski, create an unparalleled retail environment that offers
a star-studded line-up of restaurants headed by
celebrity chefs: Wolfgang Puck’s Postrio Bar & Grill
and CUT, Emeril Lagasse’s Delmonico Steakhouse
and Table 10, Mario Batali’s OTTO Pizzeria and
B&B Burger & Beer, Daniel Boulud’s DBGB Kitchen
& Bar and “Cake Boss” Buddy Valastro’s Buddy
V’s. The center is also home to entertainment
superstars TAO Asian Bistro & Nightclub and Lavo
Italian Restaurant and Nightclub. www.thegrandcanalshoppes.com. The Venetian, 702.414.4500.
LAS VEGAS NORTH PREMIUM OUTLETS LVNPO
Stroll through this upscale, village-style outlet and
enjoy savings of 25 to 65 percent every day on an
impressive collection of name-brand outlet stores
including A|X Armani Exchange, Burberry, Cole
Haan, Dolce & Gabbana, Polo Ralph Lauren, Ted
Baker London and more. M-Sa, 9 am-9 pm; Su, 9
am-8 pm. www.premiumoutlets.com/vegasnorth.
875 S. Grand Central Parkway, 702.474.7500.
LAS VEGAS SOUTH PREMIUM OUTLETS LVSPO
Find savings of 25 to 65 percent every day on top
name brands including Bose, Guess, Coach, Fossil,
Michael Kors, True Religion and more. In all, the
shopping center now features 140 stores and offers
two food courts. M-Sa, 9 am-9 pm; Su, 9 am-8 pm.
www.premiumoutlets.com/vegassouth. 7400 Las
Vegas Blvd. S., 702.896.5599.
MANDALAY PLACE MP Offers such gems as Urban
Outfitters, Shoe Obsession, The Art of Shaving,
Nike Golf and Elton’s. 10 am-11 pm daily. www.
mandalaybay.com. On the sky bridge between
Mandalay Bay and Luxor, 702.632.7777.
MIRACLE MILE SHOPS MM This 170-store, 15-res-
taurant complex lies on the Strip’s “50-yard line”
and houses the Walking Company, True Religion,
Britney: U Wanna Piece of Me?, Sephora, Quiksilver, Blondie’s and Pampas Brazilian Grille. Su-Th, 10
am-11 pm; F-Sa, until midnight. www.miraclemileshopslv.com. Planet Hollywood, 702.866.0710.
THE SHOPS AT CRYSTALS CR An experiential
environment combining dramatic architecture
with exclusive offerings from the world’s most elite
brands. In addition to the two-level Louis Vuitton
and Tiffany’s, there are numerous brands open
in Vegas for the first time, such as Tom Ford, Assouline, Paul Smith, H.Stern and de Grisogono. 10
am-midnight daily. www.crystalsatcitycenter.com.
CityCenter, 702.590.9299.
TOWN SQUARE TSQ A 1.5 million square-foot
shopping, dining and entertainment center on the
south end of the Strip. The open-air center features
favorites H&M, Sephora, Juicy Couture, Apple,
Puma, Old Navy, bebe and more. Located in the
heart of the square are two parks. The westernmost anchor is AMC Theaters. The roster of dining
choices include the first-to-Las Vegas restaurant
Blue Martini. www.mytownsquarelasvegas.com.
6605 Las Vegas Blvd. S., 702.269.5001.
VIA BELLAGIO VB The resort’s exclusive retail
promenade includes Tiffany & Co., Chanel, Fred
Leighton and Prada. 10 am-midnight daily. www.
bellagio.com. Bellagio, 702.693.7111.
WYNN ESPLANADE WE Boasts 26 high- end retail
stores that carry everything from runway
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cessories. Retailers include Manolo Blahnik, Oscar
de la Renta, Alexander McQueen, Rolex and Vertu.
Su-Th, 10 am-11 pm; F-Sa, until midnight. www.
wynnlasvegas.com. Wynn Las Vegas, 702.770.7000.
Fashion — Clothing
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Distinctive ready-to-wear
looks for women. www.alexandermcqueen.com.
WE, 702.369.0510.
BARNEYS NEW YORK A Manhattan institution that’s
been a mecca for discriminating fashionistas and
clothing connoisseurs since 1923. www.barneys.
com. GCS, 702.629.4200.
There is also an underwear and accessories store at
LVN-PO, 702.868.2798; FOLV, 702.874.1060.
BRIONI A boutique that carries upscale menswear
CANALI Fine menswear line of which each garment
and features a guest salon and a tailor shop. www.
brioni.com. WE, 702.650.5786.
is tailor-made and produced in Italy. www.canali.it.
GCS, 702.862.4447.
BURBERRY The original British luxury brand.
www.burberry.com. FSC, 702.731.0650; GCS,
702.382.1911
CALVIN KLEIN A lifestyle brand for modern and
sophisticated men and women, which offers tasteful, timeless looks. www.calvinklein.com. LVN-PO,
702.366.9898; LVS-PO, 702.492.4557. 702.897.5008;
CH CAROLINA HERRERA  Men’s and women’s styles
just off the runways. www.carolinaherrera.com.
FSC, 702.894.5242.
CHANEL A diverse mixture of fabrics such as
textured tweeds, thickly layered tulle and glistening double-knit nylon. www.chanel.com. VB,
702.765.5505; WE, 702.765.5055; ENC, 702.765.5155.
CHLOÉ Luxurious, body-conscious clothes made of
fine fabrics. www.chloe.com. GCS, 702.266.8122;
WE, 702.675.9998.
CHRISTIAN DIOR Fashion and accessories for a
youthful and refined clientele. www.dior.com. VB,
702.731.1334; WE, 702.735.1345; CR, 702.597.0941.
CUSTO BARCELONA The latest trends in bright,
bold colors. www.custo-barcelona-shop.com. FSC,
702.893.0015.
DESIGUAL Trendy European-inspired clothing for
men and women. www.desigual.com/en_US. FS,
702.696.9027.
DIANE VON FURSTENBERG Creator of the wrap
dress who today has expanded into a full line of
clothing and accessories. www.dvf.com/dvf. GCS,
702.818.2294; FSC, 702.879.2692.
DKNY Donna Karan’s spirited style, evidenced
through dresses, jeans, sweaters, intimates and
more. www.dkny.com. FSC, 702.650.9670; LVN-PO,
702.474.9851; LVS-PO, 702.399.7772.
DOLCE & GABBANA Handmade detailing and
special treatments make for an eclectic collection
evoking Bohemian trends. www.dolcegabbana.
com. CR, 702.431.6614
ELIE TAHARI Designer who believes clothing should
be “quieter than the woman” so that her true
beauty can shine through. www.elietahari.com.
FSC, 702.732.2454; LVN-PO, 702.382.0663.
ELTON’S MEN’S STORE Contemporary and creative
men’s fashions. www.eltonsmensstore.com. MP,
702.990.0571; GCS, 702.853.0571.
EMILIO PUCCI Brightly colored, high-end Italian
apparel. www.emiliopucci.com. FSC, 702.735.7731;
CR, 702.262.9671.
ERMENEGILDO ZEGNA A world leader in luxury
men’s clothing known for its century-plus-long
commitment to quality. www.zegna.com. CR,
702.560.5837; FSC, 702.369.5458.
ESCADA High-fashion clothing abounds in lavish
detail. www.escada.com. FSC, 702.791.2300.
GIORGIO ARMANI Home to to classic Armani suit
and other professional attire. www.giorgioarmani.
com. VB, 702.893.8327.
HERMÉS Sheer opulence in men’s and women’s
clothing and accessories. www.hermes.com. CR,
702.893.8900.
HERVE LEGER Classic couture for women. www.
herveleger.com. GCS, 702.893.4723.
INTERMIX Pairs up-and-coming designers with
those already established in the field, creating new
ways to mix and match. www.intermixonline.com.
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Shopping JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Modern designs with a
classic appeal. www.galeriegaultier.com. WE,
702.770.7000.
JOHN VARVATOS Home to the men’s lifestyle
collection by the award–winning designer. www.
johnvarvatos.com. FSC, 702.939.0922; also at Hard
Rock Hotel, 702.693.6370.
JOHNSTON & MURPHY Stylish and functional
outerwear, and leather goods for men and women.
www.johnstonmurphy.com. FS, 702.737.0114; LVNPO,, 702.382.2180.
JUICY COUTURE  This hip, youthful brand sells
everything from comfy tracksuits to dresses
and accessories. www.juicycouture.com. TSQ,
702.269.3199; FOLV, 702.874.0047; LVN-PO,
702.380.1071.
KENNETH COLE Fine stylish apparel and acces-
sories for men and women. (702)794-2653 FS;
GCS, 702.836.1916; FOLV, 702.874.1987; LVN-PO,
702.386.2630; LVS-PO, 702.873.9222.
L.K.BENNETT High-fashion British clothing and
footwear brand that’s beloved by celebrities. www.
lkbennet.com. FSC, 866.480.9600.
LIOR Contemporary clothing for men and women
from top French designers. www.lior.com.au. GCS,
702.650.9005.
LORO PIANA An elite Italian retailer in business
for six generations. www.loropiana.com. FSC,
702.367.0497.
MACY’S  Your source for the hottest selection
of clothing, accessories, jewelry, home goods,
children’s items and so much more. Don’t forget
to stop at the Visitor’s Center to pick up your
Macy’s Saving Pass, good for 10 percent off your
purchase. www.macys.com. FS, 702.731.5111;
BLVD, 702.791.2100; MEA, 702.258.2100; GS,
702.458.7300; Macy’s Home Store, 4450 W. Spring
Mountain Rd., 702.579.6333.
MARCIANO Emulates the style sense of today’s
fashionistas. www.marciano.com. FS, 702.696.0578;
FSC, 702.369.0322; MM, 702.650.9928; TSQ,
702.269.8601.
MARNI Eclectic, refined collections for men, women
and children. www.marni.com. CR, 702.726.7883.
MAX STUDIO Reflects upon the clothing needs
of today’s women in an effort to bring them
leading-edge fashions. www.maxstudio.com. MM,
702.732.2592; LVN-PO, 702.387.4960.
NEIMAN MARCUS Purveyor of designer fashions,
accessories, shoes, gifts and more. www.neimanmarcus.com. FS, 702.731.3636; FOLV (Last Call),
702.874.2100.
NORDSTROM Department store that carries men’s
and women’s fashions and accessories, as well as
fabulous shoes and great gifts. www.nordstrom.
com. FS, 702.862.2525.
PAUL SMITH Reflects the character of Smith and his
designs with an unmistakable English flair. www.
paulsmith.co.uk. CR, 702.796.2640.
PRADA Known around the world for ultra-high-end,
ultra-stylish apparel, footwear, sportswear and accessories. www.prada.com. VB, 702.866.6886; CR,
702.740.3000.
ROBERTO CAVALLI  Men’s and women’s apparel,
jeans, eyewear, lingerie, swimwear and accessories by the designer who dresses the stars. www.
robertocavalli.com. CR, 702.736.7300.
SAKS FIFTH AVENUE The best in glamour, from
jewelry to evening wear. www.saksfifthavenue.com.
FS, 702.733.8300; LVS-PO, (Off 5th), 702.263.7692.
ST. JOHN Breathtaking knits collections, from
dresses, coats and capes to cardigans and other
essential pieces. www.sjk.com. FSC, 702.893.0004;
FOLV, 702.874.1009; LVN-PO, 702.388.9130.
STASH CLOTHING  Fashionable, fun, and trendy
clothing and accessories for men and women.
www.stashclothing.com. MM (women’s store),
702.794.0003; FS, 702.369.9394; MM (men’s store),
702.893.0010; FSC, 702.382.0006.
SUPERDRY Clothing for men and women inspired
by Japanese design influences with vintage Americana style. www.superdry.com. FS, 702.836.9051.
TADASHI A leader in sophisticated and innovative
apparel and accessories. www.tadashishoji.com.
FSC, 702.733.6071.
THOMAS PINK Keeps alive the heritage of Brit-
ish shirt-making. www.thomaspink.com. FSC,
702.696.1713; GCS, 702.369.2469.
TOPSHOP/TOPMAN The epitome of cool British
style; at 20,000+ square feet, it’s one of the largest
in the world and one of a handful in the U.S. www.
topshop.com. FS, 702.866.0646; personal shopper,
702.866.0644.
TORY BURCH A lifestyle collection of stylish yet
wearable sportswear and accessories for women.
www.toryburch.com. FSC, 702.369.3459; GCS,
702.369.0541; LVN-PO,, 702.385.0679.
VERSACE Men’s and women’s Italian clothing and
accessories. www.versace.com. FSC, 702.932.5757;
CR, 702.933.7950.
VINCE CAMUTO This former shoe clerk, who later
co-founded the Nine West Group, has helped
develop labels for BCBG MAXAZRIA and Jessica
Simpson. In addition to shoes, is lifestyle brand
offers clothing, jewelry and fragrance. www.vincecamuto.com. FS, 702.816.5884.
YVES SAINT LAURENT Carries women’s ready-to-
wear and accessories collections. www.ysl.com. CR,
702.262.9984.
Fashion — Lingerie
AGENT PROVOCATEUR Look gorgeous in the bed-
room with stunners from this exclusive collection
from the UK. www.agentprovocateur.com. FSC,
702.696.7174; GCS, 702.414.4500.
DEJA VU ADULT EMPORIUM The biggest and
best adult boutique in town, with more than
12,000 square feet of adult fun. Couples-friendly
atmosphere; call for a free ride to and from your
hotel. Offers massage and bachelorette items,
DVDs, books, novelties, lingerie, dance wear and
bikinis. Open 24 hours. www.dejavu.com. 4335 W.
Tropicana Ave., 702.367.8002.
FREDERICK’S OF HOLLYWOOD  A legendary
lingerie maker who in 1946 was the first American
company to sell black undergarments. www.fredericks.com. BLVD, 702.735.5065; FS, 702.893.9001;
MP, 702.891.0168; MEA, 702.870.8129; MM,
702.731.9360.
HUSTLER HOLLYWOOD Sexy lingerie, apparel,
adult novelties and more. www.hustlerhollywood.
com. 6007 Dean Martin Drive, 702685.685.6969.
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KIKI DE MONTPARNASSE The first Las Vegas loca-
tion for the seductive lingerie-maker. www.kikidm.
com. CR, 702.736.7883.
LA PERLA Fine Italian lingerie that gives new mean-
ing to the word “glamour.” www.laperla.com. FSC,
702.732.9820.
LOVE JONES The cream of the crop in sexy
undergarments. www.hardrockhotel.com/lasvegas/shopping/love-jones. Hard Rock Hotel,
702.693.5007.
Fashion — Casual, Sports &
Swim
7 FOR ALL MANKIND Sophisticated jeans that
are a favorite among Hollywood celebrities.
www.7forallmankind.com. FSC, 702.369.0924;
FS. 702.737.1023; GCS, 702.369.0570; LVN-PO,
702.366.9105.
BIKINI BAY Designer brands in one- and two-piece
swimsuits in sizes up to an E cup for ladies; sizes
range from 12 months to 16 for girls. bikini-bay.
com. MM, 702.699.5597.
BUCKLE Casual wear for the trendy young adult.
www.buckle.com. FS, 702.650.5348; GS,
702.434.0589.
CALVIN KLEIN PERFORMANCE Contemporary and
stylish, but functional, athletic wear. http://explore.
calvinklein.com/en_US/explore/ckperformance/
home. FS, 702.836.9731.
CHAPEL HATS Fashion hat styles for men and
women, from fedoras to cloches. http://www.mandalaybay.com/features-and-shopping/shopping/
the-shoppes/. MP, 702.795.2588.
ESCADA SPORT Comfortable and luxurious tops,
sweaters, leggings and jackets. www.escada.com/
escadasport. FS, 702.967.1201.
EVERYTHING BUT WATER Fine swimwear and
accessories for women. www.everythingbutwater.
com. FS, 702.734.7946.
FLIP FLOP SHOPS The hottest brands and latest
styles of flip flops and sandals. http://www.mandalaybay.com/features-and-shopping/shopping/theshoppes/. MP, 702.632.6072; FS, 702.207.1953.
GUESS Carries the hottest denim collections, stylish
T-shirts and jackets in both men’s and women’s
styles. www.guess.com. TSQ,702.617.3489; MM
(accessories only), 702.892.0658; FS, 702.691.2541;
FSC, 702.737.1816
JAMES PERSE Casual lifestyle collections for
the entire family. www.jamesperse.com. FSC,
702.693.5482.
LAS VEGAS SOCK MARKET Socks, more socks and
socks galore—knee highs, thigh highs, tie-dyes,
argyles, golf socks and more. http://www.mandalaybay.com/features-and-shopping/shopping/theshoppes/. MP, 702.632.6990.
NIKE GOLF Everything you need to look stylish on
the golf course: apparel, footwear, eyewear and
the latest-and-greatest equipment. http://www.
mandalaybay.com/features-and-shopping/shopping/the-shoppes/. MP, 702.632.9368.
RON JON SURF SHOP The best of the beach—from
sunscreen to surf boards to apparel. www.ronjonsurfshop.com/. MP, 702.632.9396.
TRUE RELIGION BRAND JEANS A Los Angeles-
based premium denim company known for its
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intense attention to detail. www.truereligionbrandjeans.com. MM, 702.893.2340; FS, 702.791.5670;
LVN-PO, 702.388.2009; LVS-PO, 702.263.0465; FSC,
702.369.4621.
UNITED COLORS OF BENETTON Colorful and casual
fashions available in more than 120 countries. www.
benetton.com. MM, 702.731.2317.
URBAN OUTFITTERS Eclectic and distinctly urban
fashions, shoes, accessories and housewares.
www.urbanoutfitters.com. MM, 702.733.0058; FS,
702.794.4011.
VILEBREQUIN Specializes in father and son
matching trunks. www.vilebrequin.com. FSC,
702.894.9460; FS, 702.734.0021.
Health & Beauty
THE ART OF SHAVING Devoted to the very best in
men’s skin care, with products designed for optimal performance. www.theartofshaving.com. FS,
702.733.9509; MP, 702.632.9356; GCS, 702.836.9149;
MM, 702.802.6381.
AVEDA Skin and hair care items derived from
natural ingredients. www.aveda.com. MM,
702.733.6660; FS, 702.733.6660.
BARE ESCENTUALS 100 percent pure bare minerals
makeup, with no additives and zero irritants. www.
bareescentuals.com. FS, 702.369.1556.
CRABTREE & EVELYN Offers innovative home
comforts in the tradition of the English apothecary.
www.crabtree-evelyn.com. LVN-PO, 702.382.2306;
Also at McCarran Airport, 702.261.7889.
FRESH Exotic scents, hypoallergenic skincare items
and simply stunning makeup. www.fresh.com. FSC,
702.631.5000; GCS, 702.699.9989.
GUERLAIN Signature products and fragrances from
the top name in French cosmetics. www.guerlain.
com. GCS, 702.732.7008.
INGLOT COSMETICS The hottest colors and
textures available in cosmetics made from the best
possible raw ingredients. www.inglotcosmetics.
com. FSC, 702.735.9064; TSQ, 702.405.6300.
KIEHL’S Uses only the highest quality formula-
tions for its products. www.kiehls.com. FSC,
702.784.0025.
L’OCCITANE Skincare items made from luxurious
shea butter is this retailer’s specialty. www.loccitane.com. FS, 702.369.1286
LUSH Known for handmade bath & beauty prod-
ucts such as soaps, shower gels and bath bombs.
www.lush.com. MP, 702.227.5874; FS, 702.792.0930.
M•A•C— Cosmetics king with multi-dimension eye
colors and high-gloss lip shades. www.maccosmetics.com. FSC, 702.369.8770; TSQ, 702.492.1173.
Accessories
BACCARAT Founded in 1764, Baccarat is recognized
globally as the eminent creator of luxury crystal
with a diverse product assortment that includes
jewelry, giftware and custom lighting. The company is headquartered in Paris, manufactured in
Baccarat, France, and has an exceptional pedigree
as the “Crystal of Kings” and the “King of Crystals.”
www.baccarat.com. FSC, 702.693.6877.
BALENCIAGA Fine Italian leather goods and ready-
to-wear collections. www.balenciaga.com. FSC,
702.732.1660; CR, 702.262.1636.
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BOTTEGA VENETA Luxurious leather goods, such as
handbags, luggage and wallets. www.bottegaveneta.com. VB, 702.369.2944; GCS, 702.369.0747; CR,
702.220.4751.
DECORAZZI An eclectic collection of contemporary
handbags, jewelry, and accessories. www.wynnlasvegas.com. WE, 702.770.3588.
DOONEY & BOURKE Totes, handbags and ac-
cessories designed to stand the test of time.
www.dooney.com. GCS, 702.734.7300; LVN-PO,
702.870.3300.
FENDI Style and grace in handbags, apparel and
accessories. www.fendi.com. FSC, 702.732.9040;
GCS, 702.369.0587; VB, 702.732.7766; CR,
702.262.5638; FOLV, 702.874.0226.
FRED LEIGHTON The most exquisite vintage acces-
sories from the 18th, 19th and 20th centuries. www.
fredleighton.com. VB, 702.693.7050.
GUCCI Retailer dedicated to fine Italian craftsman-
ship and design for more than 70 years. www.gucci.
com. FSC, 702.369.7333; VB, 702.732.9300; CR,
702.730.1946.
ILORI The hottest styles in sunglasses, from well-
known designers to those up-and-coming. www.
iloristyle.com. FS, 702.732.0488; CR, 702.597.3937.
JUDITH LEIBER A handbag artist who creates
one-of-a-kind pieces. www.judithleiber.com. FSC,
702.792.0661.
KATE SPADE NEW YORK Well know designer of clas-
sic handbags. Clothing and accessories for women.
www.katespade.com. FS, (702) 691-9968; FOLV,
702.874.1128; LVN-PO, 702.255.8777.
LOUIS VUITTON Fine handbags, briefcases,
suitcases and totes by the luxury French luggage
house, plus men’s and women’s footwear. www.
louisvuitton.com. FS, 702.731.9860; the bags are
also available at Saks Fifth Avenue 702.733.8300
and Neiman Marcus, 702.731.3636; The expanded
Global Store at FSC 702.732.1227 carries readyto-wear, jewelry and accessories for men and
women; WE, 702.650.9007; CR, 702.262.6189.; VB,
702.395.2206.
MICHAEL KORS Beautiful bags in glistening
fabrics that are both functional and chic. www.
michaelkors.com. LVN-PO, 702.383.4901; LVS-PO,
702.869.0901; GCS, 702.731.2510; FS 702.369.3900;
FOLV, 702.874.1955; FSC, 702.869.0010
MONTBLANC Luxury purveyor of fine writing instru-
ments and stunning accessories. www.montblanc.
com. GCS, 702.696.0185; FSC, 702.732.0569.
PORSCHE DESIGN This luxury brand, which focuses
on technically inspired products, offers classic
men’s accessories, a sport and fashion collection as well as electronic products and a men’s
fragrance range. www.Porsche-Design.com. CR,
702.736.7113.
PROSECCO A chic, high-end accessories boutique.
www.palazzolasvegas.com. GCS, 702.607.3956.
TUMI Luxury luggage, briefcases, handbags,
wallets, laptop cases and travel accessories. www.
tumi.com. FSC, 702.369.5885; FS, 702.413.0897;
MM, 702.313.2050; LVN-PO, 702.366.9392.
Books & Media
BAUMAN RARE BOOKS A 2,300-square-foot gallery
houses rare first-editions and hard-to-find volumes.
www.baumanrarebooks.com. GCS, 702.948.1617.
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Electronics
APPLE STORE Experience the complete line of
Macintosh computers, the entire iPod family and
more. www.apple.com. FS, 702.650.9550; FSC,
702.684.8800; TSQ, 702.221.8826.
FRY’S ELECTRONICS Hot deals on computers,
games, software, DVDs, networking and more.
www.frys.com. TSQ, 702.932.1400.
GUITAR CENTER A musical playground, with
guitars, bass, amps & effects, keyboards, DJ
equipment and much, much more. www.guitarcenter.com. TSQ, 702.450.2260; also at 8621 W.
Charleston Blvd. 702.228.3858.
SONY STYLE Showcases Sony’s most innovative
electronics and entertainment products and services. www.sonystyle.com. FSC, 702.697.5420.
VERTU The highest of the high-end cell phone
makers painstakingly crafted in England at a topsecret location. www.vertu.com. WE, 702.650.5700.
Jewelry & Watches
BREGUET The standard by which all watchmaking
is judged. Since 1775, Breguet timepieces have
been crafted according to the values set forth
by founder A.-L. Breguet: beauty, elegance and
understated design matched with a mastery of
complex horology. Celebrated for its unique combination of technological innovations and iconic
designs, Breguet boasts one of the most storied
histories of any watch brand. For more than two
centuries, Breguet has attracted the world’s most
discerning clientele. Visit the Breguet Boutique to
explore the brand’s rich heritage and discover the
newest innovations in watchmaking. www.breguet.
com. Bellagio, 702.733.7435.
BULGARI Italian jeweler who combines precious
and semi-precious stones with gold and alternative metals. www.bulgari.com. CR, 702.583.4747.
CA’D’ORO Traditional fine Italian jewelry, created
with unsurpassed craftsmanship. www.cadorojewelers.com. GCS, 866.588.0080.
CARTIER Renowned French watchmaker and
jewelry whose pieces are the stuff of dreams. www.
cartier.com. WE, 702.696.0146; CR, 702.487.3160;
FSC, 702.418.3904; GCS, 702.650.2988.
DAVID YURMAN Recognized as America’s lead-
ing fine jeweler and artistic watchmaker. www.
davidyurman.com. FSC, 702.794.4545; LVN-PO,
702.383.9039.
DE GRISOGONO Innovative jeweler and watch
maker with a large celebrity following. www.
degrisogono.com. CR, 702.834.6600.
GRAFF Known for unparalleled quality and exclu-
sivity. www.graffdiamonds.com. WE, 702.940.1000.
H.STERN Jeweler at the forefront of fashion that
seeks inspiration in in the worlds of art, architecture and pop culture. www.hstern.net. CR,
702.736.5829.
HOROLOGIO An impressive collection of timepiec-
es that offer a wide variety of rare and hard-to-find
brands. www.horologio.com. GCS, 702.733.0016.
HUBLOT Fine watchmaker that fuses precious
metal with rubber; and upon doing so, was the
first in the industry. www.hublot.com/en/#/HOME.
FSC, 702.489.9944.
IWC SCHAFFHAUSEN The highest-quality Swiss
timepieces from a company whose passion to the
art of watch-making has been evidenced for more
than 140 years. Features exclusive pieces available
only on the Strip, as well as designs from the Portuguese, Ingenieur and Da Vinci collections. www.
iwc.com. GCS, 702.650.0817.
LINKS OF LONDON Showcases the brand’s
sterling silver, 18-carat gold, diamond and watch
collections. www.linksoflondon.com/us-en. GCS,
702.733.4065.
MIKIMOTO The originator of cultured pearls,
Mikimoto’s designs are simply stunning. www.
mikimotoamerica.com. CR, 702.730.4710.
PIAGET A Swiss jeweler known for its luxury and
precision. www.piaget.com. GCS, 702.650.0605.
SOPHIA FIORI Some of the most covetable jewelry
on the planet—from signature blue and pink diamonds the multi-colored diamond bands. www.
sophiafiori.com. MM, 702.998.9550.
SWAROVSKI Wonderful crystal jewelry, crystal
keep sakes and limited editions. www.swarovski.
com. FS, 702.732.8161; GCS, 702.732.0047; LVN-PO,
702.293.0951.
TENO Stainless steel watches and jewelry by presti-
gious German manufacturer Heinz Schwarz. www.
teno.com. MM, 702.735.8366; MP, 702.259.0565
TIFFANY & CO. Since 1837, Tiffany & Co. has
been one of the world’s premier jewelers and
America’s house of design. www.tiffany.com. FSC,
702.644.3065; VB, 702.697.5400; CR, 702.545.9090;
FS, 702.734.2461.
TOURBILLON Browse prestigious brands such as
Breguet, Blancpain, Glashütte Original, Jaquet
Droz, Leon Hatot and Omega all under one roof.
www.tourbillon.com. CR, 702.597.0284.
TOURNEAU America’s largest retailer of fine watch-
es and vintage timepieces, with more than 100
brands. www.tourneau.com. FSC, 702.732.8463.
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS For more than a century, this
luxury jewelry has refined the art of craftsmanship.
www.vancleef-arpels.com. GCS, 702.696.7139; CR,
702.560.6556.
Shoes
ALDO Men’s and women’s quality footwear with a
French fashion perspective. www.aldoshoes.com.
LVN-PO, 702.474.1085; FOLV, 702.874.1423; LVS-PO,
702.407.0137; TSQ, 702.269.6173; MM, 702.369.1311;
FS, 702.735.5590
BALLY Classic high quality shoes and acces-
sories for men and women. www.bally.com. FS,
702.737.1968; FOLV, 702.874.2288.
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN The perfect blend of
beauty and sex appeal, recognizable for their
signature—immaculately lacquered red soles.
www.christianlouboutin.com. GCS 702.818.1650;
FSC, 702.818.8444.
COLE HAAN Shoes that embody the essence
of casual American luxury. www.colehaan.com.
FS, 702.731.3522; GCS, 702.369.2381; LVN-PO,
702.759.7812; FOLV, 702.874.1884.
DONALD J. PLINER A 1,800-square-foot concept
store from this shoemaker-to-the-stars. www.
donaldjpliner.com. FSC, 702.796.0900.
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JIMMY CHOO Malaysian-born Jimmy Choo’s
distinctly elegant, exquisitely-crafted shoes.
www.jimmychoo.com. GCS, 702.733.1802; FSC,
702.691.2097.
MANOLO BLAHNIK One of the most coveted names
in designer shoes. www.manoloblahnik.com. WE,
702.770.3477.
MEZLAN A fusion of European-inspired construc-
tion and superior comfort. www.mezlanshoes.com.
GCS, 702.893.6116.
SAN GIORGIO SHOES FOR MEN Featuring the cre-
ations of Santoni, Puma, Black Station, A. Testoni
and Harry’s of London for men. www.wynnlasvegas.com. WE, 702.770.7000.
SHOE OBSESSION Operates on the premise that
beautiful, sexy shoes should be comfortable.
Carries brands such as Onex, Helle Comfort and
Aerosoles. http://www.mandalaybay.com. MP,
702.740.8623.
STEVE MADDEN The shoe designer’s latest trend-
setting designs. www.stevemadden.com. MM,
702.733.7766; TSQ, 702.361.2871; FS, 702.733.2904;
LVN-PO, 702.366.8636; GCS, 702.866.0783.
STUART WEITZMAN Sumptuous pumps, glitter-
ing mules and studded stilettos—Weitzman’s
creations are the stuff of dreams. www.stuart-
weitzman.com. FSC, 702.369.9222; LVN-PO,
702.384.0750.
UGG AUSTRALIA Footwear products lined with the
world’s finest sheepskin. www.uggaustralia.com.
FSC, 702.430.7250.
THE WALKING COMPANY Walk in comfort, whether
you’re looking for a dressy sandal, a performance
shoe or a clog. www.thewalkingcompany.com.
MM, 702.734.7150; FSC, 702.792.8400; TSQ,
702.240.9255; FS, 702.369.0048; GCS, 702.414.7463;
DST, 702.385.7463.
Specialty Shops & Services
ARTBOX LAS VEGAS Handcrafted pieces from local
Las Vegas artisans, such as art glass, jewelry, home
decor, knit/crochet wear, mosaic art and more.
www.artboxdesigns.com/. DCP, 702.789.7115.
BETTIE PAGE BOUTIQUE Vintage-inspired corsets,
lingerie, swimwear, dresses, handbags, shoes and
accessories in the style of legendary pin-up star
Bettie Page. http://downtowncontainerpark.com/
shop/. DCP, 702.637.4244.
GAMBLER’S GENERAL STORE More than 5,000
gaming items, such as table felts, chips and supplies for all card and dice games. www.gamblersgeneralstore.com. 808 S. Main St. 702.382.9903.
KITSON A fun and quirky selection of men’s and
women’s clothing, gift books, novelties, jewelry,
candles and more. Open Su-Th, 8 am-2 am; F-Sa,
until 2:30 am. www.shopkitson.com. The Linq,
702.836.0925.
NANNY ON THE SPOT Multi-lingual nannies and au
pairs come to your hotel room, timeshare or home
with a “Nanny-Pak” to entertain and keep your
children engaged. Family owned and operated
since the ‘80s. Licensed/bonded/insured and CPRtrained nannies are available 24 hours a day, 7 days
a week. Recommended by Las Vegas Concierges!
www.nannyonthespot.com. 702.MOM.5968.
OCULUS Custom eye wear featuring Oliver Peoples,
prescription eye wear and designer sunglasses.
Specialists are on call for serious problems. www.
oculusltd.com. Appian Way Shops at Caesars,
702.731.4850.
PAPYRUS Graceful, glamorous, spirited, cosmopoli-
tan and personal, the brand’s NIQUEA.D boutique
offers unforgettable pieces of jewelry, handbags,
candles, scarves and greeting cards. www.papyrusonline.com. FS, 702.734.9848.
TIGER LILY FLORAL A 2014 “Best of Las Vegas”
award winner. Find gorgeous and creative arrangements for any special occasion. www.tigerlilyfloralshop.com. 700 E. Sahara Ave., 702.737.7077.
WINKY DESIGNS Hip and affordable wristwatch
brand that also offers fashion accessories such as
scarves, belts, clutches and jewelry. www.winkydesigns.com. DCP, 858.779.4659.
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Attractions+Tours
Here Kitty Kitty
Siegfried & Roy may no longer perform in Las Vegas, but their work in conservation and preservation lives
on at the Secret Garden, where white lions, tigers and other animals live in the lap of luxury. New to the
habitat are three white lion cubs born in South Africa (Timba-Masai and Freedom are pictured here); watch
them eat, sleep, play and just generally be adorable in their new surroundings.
$19.95 adults, $14.95 children 4-12; hours vary by season. The Mirage, (702) 791-7188
BODIES ... THE EXHIBITION Find out about your
body’s internal systems as you examine more
than 260 preserved organs and 13 whole-body
specimens. Open from 10 am-10 pm daily; last
admission at 9 pm. $34 adults; $31 children 4-12.
www.bodiestickets.com. Luxor, 702.262.4000.
DAVINCI: THE EXHIBITION An interactive exhibit
focused on the this true Renaissance man’s machines, advanced anatomical studies, paintings
and so much more. www.venetian.com. The Venetian, 702.414.9000.
DISCOVERY CHILDREN’S MUSEUM The wonder of
discovery is realized at this fun and educational
museum, where kids of all ages can ascend the
12 levels of “The Summit” to explore electricity,
energy, space and much more. M-Sa, 10 am-5 pm;
Su, noon-5 pm. $12. www.discoverykidslv.org. At
the Smith Center, 702.382.5437.
MADAME TUSSAUDS LAS VEGAS Rub elbows with
your favorite stars—among the Las Vegas line-up
are Katy Perry, Snoop Dogg, Sandra Bullock, Michael Jackson, Whitney Houston and Elvis. Open
daily at 10 am. Call for pricing. www.madametussauds.com/lasvegas. The Venetian, 702.862.7800.
THE MOB MUSEUM Dedicated to the thrilling story
of organized crime and law enforcement, with oneof-a-kind artifacts, exhibits on the legacy of the
Mob and myths debunked and an in-depth look
at mobsters in Sin City. Su-Th, 10 am- 7 pm; F-Sa,
until 8 pm. $19.95. www.themobmuseum.org. 300
Stewart Ave., 702.229.2734.
NATIONAL ATOMIC TESTING MUSEUM Photogra-
phy and exhibits of post Cold-War era weaponry.
“Area 51: Myth or Reality” reveals the myths of
Groom Lake and allows you to make your own
decision. $14; $20 with admission to the “Area 51”
exhibit. M-Sa, 10 am-5 pm; Su, noon-5 pm. www.
atomictestingmuseum.org. At the Desert Research
Institute, 755 E. Flamingo Rd., 702.794.5161.
THE NEON BONEYARD Preserves Las Vegas’ rich
history through one of its most iconic art forms: the
neon sign. This two-acre, outdoor museum is home
to more than 150 neon signs dating from the 1930s
to present day. Guided day tours, $18; guided night
tours, $25 (recommended for ages 12 & older).
www.neonmuseum.org. 770 Las Vegas Blvd. N.,
702.387.6366.
TITANIC: THE ARTIFACT EXHIBITION Peruse
through more than 300 personal effects of passengers on the ill-fated ship, and experience how the
air felt that cold April night. Daily, 10 am-10 pm; last
admission at 9 pm. $30 adults; $27 children 4-12.
www.titanictix.com. Luxor, 702.262.4000.
Attractions & Tours
ADVENTUREDOME Get your thrills on more than
25 rides at this five-acre, indoor amusement park.
Hours vary by season; call for updated info. Best
value is the all-day ride pass, $29.95 for adults,
$16.95 junior pass. Free clown shows take place
from noon daily. www.adventuredome.com. Circus
Circus, 702.794.3939.
AWESOME ADVENTURES The leader in outdoor
adventure excursions such as ATV and off-road
tours, rafting, kayaking, rapelling, horseback riding
and much more. www.awesomeadventures.com.
4676 S. Valley View Blvd., 877.777.2217.
BATTLEFIELD VEGAS A five-acre, military-style
complex at which guests can shoot the largest collection of domestic and foreign weapons available
for public use in the United States. Open daily from
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9:30 am-7:30 pm. www.battlefieldvegas.com. 2771
Industrial Rd., 702.566.1000.
BELLAGIO CONSERVATORY An elaborate display of
horticulture and art, with more than 7,500 plants,
trees and flowers in view. Open 24 hours. Free.
www.bellagio.com. Bellagio, 702.693.7111.
BELLAGIO FOUNTAINS Serpentine streams of
water blast 245 feet in the air and are set to music.
Weekdays: every 30 minutes between 3-8 pm; every 15 minutes from 8 pm-midnight. Starts at noon
on weekends. Free. www.bellagio.com. Bellagio,
702.693.7111.
BIG BUS TOURS Hop on, hop off at any of 20 sights
on the Strip and Downtown Las Vegas and get
magnificent views from open-top double-decker
buses. 24- and 48-hour options available. Board
at any stop between 10 am-6 pm. Or, choose a
Panoramic Night Tour. Call for more information.
www.bigbustours.com/opentopsightseeing.aspx.
702.685.6578.
BIG SHOT Launch 160 feet to the tallest point in the
city, the Stratosphere “needle,” and freefall back
to the platform. Su-Th, 10 am-1 am; F-Sa, 10 am-2
am. $15 (plus $18 Tower admission), or $36 as part
of the all-day ride package. www.stratospherehotel.com. Stratosphere, 702.380.7777.
BINION’S $1 MILLION DISPLAY A modern-day
update of the famed attraction, which allows
guests to have their pictures taken with a cool million, which is enclosed inside an acrylic box atop a
poker table. 10 am-11 pm daily. 21+. www.binions.
com. Binion’s, 800.937.6537.
BONNIE SPRINGS RANCH Step back into the Old
West at the complex that features a petting zoo,
restaurant & bar, horseback riding, a Western town
with shows and shops and more. Call for times and
prices. www.bonniesprings.com. 16395 Bonnie
Springs Rd., 702.875.4191.
COCACOLA STORE  All things Coca-Cola, from
apparel and collectibles to home décor and travel
gear. Open daily from 10 am-11 pm. Free entry;
products vary in price. www.coca-colastore.com.
3785 Las Vegas Blvd. S., 702.270.5900.
COMBAT ZONE PAINTBALL The largest paintball
field in Las Vegas, known for its Zombie Apocalypse Experience, an interactive recreation of what
will happen in the event of a zombie apocalypse.
Wed. & Fri., 9 am-3 pm; Sa-Su, 9 am-5 pm. F
night Zombie Experience, 8-11 pm. reservations
required. www.combatzonepblv.com. 13011 Las
Vegas Blvd. S., 702.388.9663.
CONEY ISLAND EMPORIUM This 32,000-square-
foot-facility is modeled after the Coney Island
amusement park of the early 1900s. Find midwaystyle carnival games, shooting galleries, bumper
cars, coin-operated games and an interactive
driving simulator. Su-Th, 9 am-11:30 pm; F-Sa, until
12:30 am. www.nynyhotelcasino.com. New YorkNew York, 702.740.6969.
CSI: THE EXPERIENCE Test your inner crime solver
at the blockbuster new interactive exhibit based
on the hit TV show, CSI. Includes state-of-theart forensic equipment and interactive displays:
survey the crime scene, gather the evidence, solve
the case! Open 9 am-9 pm daily; last admission
at 8 pm. $31.50. www.mgmgrand.com/entertainment/csi-the-experience.aspx. MGM Grand,
702.891.7006.
DESPERADO One of the valley’s most wicked roller
coasters, which lifts through the roof of the casino,
drops through a tunnel at speeds of 90 MPH, then
goes into a second drop — a 155-foot-tall spiral.
Must be at least 48 inches tall. $8. F-Su, noon-10
pm. www.primmvalleyresorts.com. Buffalo Bill’s in
Primm, 702.697.7433.
DOLPHIN TRAINER FOR A DAY Learn how to care
for, feed and play with the Mirage’s family of
Atlantic bottlenose dolphins. The day starts at 9
am and ends at 4:45 pm; a private poolside lunch
is included in the package. Call for availability.
www.miragehabitat.com/pages/dolphin_tfad.asp.
Mirage, 702.792.7889.
EIFFEL TOWER EXPERIENCE Travel 460 feet above
the Strip to the top of this half-scale replica and enjoy a panoramic view. Daily, 9:30 am-12:30 am: 9:30
am-7:29 pm, $14 adults, $10 children; 7:30 pm-12:30
am, $19 adult, $14 children. www.parislasvegas.
com. Paris Las Vegas, 702.946.7000.
ETHEL M CHOCOLATES FACTORY AND BOTANICAL
CACTUS GARDEN TOUR  Watch how this fine
chocolate is made, and sample some at the end
of the tour. When you’ve finished, discover a 2.5acre, arid landscape with more than 350 species
of cactus, succulents and desert plants from the
Southwest and other deserts of the world. M-Th,
8:30 am-4:30 pm. Free. www.ethelschocolate.com/
about_us/factory_tour.aspx. 2 Cactus Garden
Drive, 702.458.8864.
FALL OF ATLANTIS FOUNTAIN SHOW As King
Atlantis decides who will succeed him, a 20-foottall winged beast appears. Every hour on the hour
Su-Th between 10 am-11 pm; F-Sa til midnight.
www.caesarspalace.com. Forum Shops at Caesars,
702.731.7110.
FREMONT STREET EXPERIENCE The world’s largest
LED screen, which spans the length of five football
fields. Shows nightly. Free. www.vegasexperience.
com. Fremont Street at Las Vegas Boulevard,
downtown. 702.678.5777.
GONDOLA RIDES Glide along the canals of The
Venetian while a gondolier serenades you. Indoor
and outdoor rides available. Su-Th, 10 am-11
pm; F-Sa, 10 am-midnight. Same-day tickets
only. $16 (gondola seats four) or $64 for a private
gondola for two. www.venetian.com. The Venetian,
702.414.4300.
GUN GARAGE Shoot a variety of automatic and
semi-automatic guns in a 12-lane shooting range.
www.gungarage.com. 5155 Dean Martin Drive,
792.440.4867.
THE GUN STORE Try a thrill that few people ever
get: Shooting a real machine gun and taking
home the target for a souvenir. Pistols available
for rent to shoot on site. In addition, check out
the VIP range. Open daily, 9 am-6:30 pm. www.
thegunstorelasvegas.com. 2900 E. Tropicana Ave.,
702.454.1110.
THE HAND OF FAITH  The largest golden nugget
in existence; it’s also the largest ever found with
a metal detector. On display in the hotel lobby.
www.goldennugget.com. Golden Nugget,
702.385.7111.
HIGH ROLLER The world’s tallest observation
wheel. Its 28 glass-enclosed cabins offer you
unparalleled views of the Strip from the middle of
all the action in a 30-minute ride. Noon-2 am daily.
Tickets start at $24.95. www.caesars.com/thelinq/
high-roller.html. The Linq, 702.694.8100.
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HOOVER DAM Learn about the history of this won-
der of technology through either a one-hour guided tour ($30) or half-hour power plant tour ($11).
Open from 9 am-6 pm daily; last ticket sold at 5:15
pm. Parking fee: $7. www.usbr.gov/lc/hooverdam.
30 miles southeast of Las Vegas. Take US Highway
93 to Nevada State Route 172. 702.494.2546.
INSANITY This inverted centrifuge spins you 64 feet
over the edge of the tower at a force of 3 Gs. Su-Th,
10 am-1 am; F-Sa, 10 am-2 am. $15 (plus $18 Tower
admission), or $36 as part of the all-day ride package. www.stratospherehotel.com. Stratosphere,
702.380.7777.
bus tours, combos, hotels and more. www.papillon.
com. 275 E. Tropicana Ave., Suite 155, 702.736.7243.
PENSKE WYNN MASERATI FERRARI The ultimate
tribute to Italian sportscar craftsmanship. The
showroom is Nevada’s only Ferrari-Maserati dealership; a repair shop is also on site. $10; children
under 12 free. M-Sa, 10 am-9 pm; Su, 10 am-6 pm.
www.penskewynnferrari.com. Wynn Las Vegas,
702.770.2000.
PINBALL HALL OF FAME  A 450-feet square foot
space with row upon row of pinball machines from
the 1950s to 1990s. The nonprofit organization is
dedicated to maintaining these machines; game
prices go toward refurbishment. Su-Th, 11 am-11
pm; F-Sa, til midnight. See the web site for a list of
games. www.pinballmuseum.org. 1610 E. Tropicana
Ave.
PINK JEEP TOURS  Experience remote areas inac-
cessible to most with Pink Jeep’s rugged fleet of
high-end, all-terrain Tour Trekkers. Complimentary
hotel pick-up and drop-off. Choose from Grand
Canyon (West Rim and Toroweap), Eldorado Canyon, Valley of Fire, Red Rock Canyon, Hoover Dam,
Mt. Charleston, Death Valley and Zion National
LAS VEGAS MINI GRAN PRIX FAMILY FUN CENTER
Features rides for all ages including Adult Gran
Prix carts, Go Karts, Sprint Kart Speedway, Kiddie
Karts, Dragon Roller Coaster, Super Fun Slides,
Tornado Twister, Dive Bomber Airplanes, the latest
arcade games and a 7,000 square foot restaurant/
party room with great food. Free admission. Open
year ‘round. Su-Th, 10 am-10 pm; F-Sa, 10 am-11
pm. www.lvmgp.com. 1401 N. Rainbow Blvd.,
702.259.7000.
LAS VEGAS SPRINGS PRESERVE Explore colorful
botanical gardens, interactive galleries and trails
at this 180-acre “birthplace of Las Vegas.” 10 am-6
pm daily; trails close at dusk. $18.95 adults, $10.95
children 5-17. www.springspreserve.org. 333 S. Valley View Blvd., 702.822.7700.
M&M’S WORLD For chocolate lovers, this logo-
shopping experience is a dream come true. See
the Colorworks wall and the 3-D animated movie “I
Lost My M in Las Vegas.” 9 am-midnight daily. Free.
www.mms.com. Showcase Mall, 702.740.2504.
MAVERICK HELICOPTER TOURS  Offers VIP-level
service from two locations: Las Vegas and the
Grand Canyon. Enjoy the comforts of the Eco-Star
helicopter, which features individual leather,
theater-style seating, extended leg room and
outstanding visibility. www.flymaverick.com.
800.218.9932.
MINUS 5 ICE LOUNGE A 2,000-square- foot ice
lounge that takes guests into an icy wonderland of
intricately hand-crafted ice sculptures and architecture kept at a constant -5 degrees Celsius or 23
degrees Fahrenheit. Daily, 11 am-3 am. Packages
start at $25, which includes entry fee, one cocktail
and everything you need to stay warm inside.
www.minus5experience.com. Mandalay Place,
702.632.7714; Monte Carlo, 702.730.7777.
MIRAGE VOLCANO  This attraction is bigger, better
and hotter than ever before. Erupts nightly on the
hour from 8 pm-midnight. Free. www.mirage.com.
Mirage, 702.791.7111.
MOUNT CHARLESTON  Part of the Humboldt-
Toiyabe National Forest, it encompasses more
than 316,000 acres. Snow-capped mountain peaks
are surrounded by hardy desert and home to 58
sensitive plants and animals found only in this area.
Recreation opportunities include hiking, camping,
climbing, skiing, sightseeing, bird-watching and
more. www.fs.fed.us/r4/htnf/districts/smnra/index.
shtml. Located 35 miles northwest of the Strip, off
U.S. 95 north. 702.515.5400.
PAPILLON GRAND CANYON HELICOPTERS The
world’s largest and most experienced helicopter
company has been operating since 1965 and offers
daily tours of the Grand Canyon. Choose from a
variety of helicopter landing tours, airplane tours,
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Park. www.pinkjeep.com. Call for reservations.
888.900.4480.
POLE POSITION RACEWAY Experience the thrills of
indoor karting at this facility launched by racers for
racers. Among its celebrity investors is Las Vegas
native and NASCAR driver Kurt Busch. Su-Th, 11
am-11 pm; F-Sa, til midnight. Call for prices and
track availability. www.polepositionraceway.com.
4175 S. Arville St., 702.227.7223.
THE RANGE 702 Unleash your inner warrior at this
indoor facility with a VIP room, 7 private lanes, firearms safety and training and an on-site restaurant.
www.therange702.com. 4699 Dean Martin Drive,
702.485.3232.
RED ROCK CANYON NATIONAL CONSERVATION
AREA A 197,000-acre National Conservation Area
with more than 30 miles of hiking trails, accessible
off the 13-mile scenic loop road that takes you
through the canyon. Vehicular access daily, 6 am-8
pm. $7 per car. All cars receive an area map upon
entry; stop at the Visitor’s Center for more information. Picnic areas and restrooms are available. www.
redrockcanyonlv.org. Located 17 miles west of the
Strip on west Charleston Boulevard (Highway 159).
702.515.5350.
SLOTZILLA ZIP LINE A 12-story, slot machine-
inspired zip line that lets visitors cascade 77
feet above the pedestrian promenade. Su-Th,
noon-midnight; F-Sa, until 2 am. $20. http://vegasexperience.com/slotzilla-zip-line/. Fremont Street
Experience, 702.678.5780.
SPRING MOUNTAIN RANCH STATE PARK A 520-acre
oasis developed into a working ranch and luxurious retreat by a string of owners such as German
actress Vera Krupp. The main ranch house is open
daily from 10 am-4 pm. Here visitors will find information about the ranch and surrounding areas,
and can take a self-guided tour of the ranch house
interior. Guided tours throughout the historic area
are given M-F at noon, 1 and 2 pm; Sa-Su at noon,
1, 2 and 3 pm. A picnic area is open daily from 8 am
until dusk, and a group use area, with accommodations for up to 300 persons, is available by reservation only. $5 entrance fee. www.parks.nv.gov/smr.
htm. Located within the Red Rock Canyon National
Conservation Area; continue west three miles from
the visitor’s center., 702.875.4141.
STRATOSPHERE TOWER Features America’s tall-
est freestanding tower with indoor and outdoor
observation decks. The tower houses SkyJump,
X-Scream, Insanity, and the Big Shot. The tower
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ROCK N’ ROLL FANTASY CAMP Jam with rock stars
or learn how to write, rehearse, record and perform
your own music—there’s a package for everybody.
All ages, no musical experience required. www.
rockcamp.com. 888.762.2263x3.
THE ROLLER COASTER AT NYNY Experience
negative Gs that take you past the replicated New
York City skyline. Daily, 10:30 am-midnight. Riders
must be at least 54 inches tall. $14; $7 for same-day
re-rides. $25 for an all-day pass. www.nynyhotelcasino.com. New York-New York, 702.740.6616.
SCORE! Where ordinary sports fans of all ages can
become legends. Guests hire their own sports
agent, sign a multi-million-dollar contract and get
an endorsement deal. Become part of an elite club
of sports legends featured at the most innovative
and interactive sports attraction ever to hit Las Vegas. 10 am-10 pm daily. Adults, $28; children under
12, $15. www.scorelv.com. Luxor, 702.262.4200.
SHARK REEF A total sensory experience that trans-
ports visitors to an underwater world. Su-Th, 10
am-8 pm; F-Sa, 10 am-10 pm. Last admission one
hour prior to close. $18 adults, $12 children 5-12.
www.sharkreef.com. Mandalay Bay, 702.632.4555.
SKYDIVE LAS VEGAS Skydive Las Vegas is Nevada’s
premier professional student skydiving facility,
dedicated to providing the first-time jumper with
the most incredible experience of their lives.
Jump out of our perfectly good airplane securely
attached to your own personal skydiving instructor,
freefall at 120 MPH, then enjoy a peaceful parachute flight while taking in views of Hoover Dam,
Lake Mead, Colorado River, the Las Vegas Strip
and more! Professional media services available
to capture your entire experience and ready same
day. No experience necessary. 7 days a week, 365
days a year. Located at the Boulder City Airport.
Free shuttle available. www.skydivelasvegas.com.
At the Boulder City Airport. 702.759.3483.
SKYJUMP Plummet 855 feet off the side of the
Stratosphere Tower at 40 MPH, at this, the world’s
highest “controlled freefall.” Su-Th, 10 am-1 pm;
F-Sa, 10 am-2 am. $109.99. www.stratospherehotel.
com. Stratosphere, 702.380.7777.
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and X-Scream, Insanity and Big Shot rides are open
Su-Th, 10 am-1 am; F-Sa, until 2 am. Admission to
the tower is $18; $12 for Nevada residents and senior citizens; $10 for children. Cost is $15 for the Big
Shot, $15 for Insanity, $15 for X-Scream, $36 for an
all-day ride pass, and $10 for a Tower Express Pass.
SkyJump is open Su-Th, 10 am-1 am; F-Sa, until 2
a.m. Cost is $109.99; $80.99 for Nevada residents.
Additional packages are also available. www.
stratospherehotel.com. Stratosphere, 702.380.7777.
THE TANK Get up close and personal with some
of the world’s deadliest and sleekest creatures—
more than 15 species of aquatic life, five of them
sharks, live in this $30 million pool complex.
10 am-8 pm daily. Free to hotel guests, others
$20. www.goldennugget.com. Golden Nugget,
702.385.7111.
TRIKKE LAS VEGAS Experience a Downtown Trikke
Tour for as little as $35. Get an up-close look at
downtown on the comfort of a three-wheel electic
Trikke—it drives like a sports car and folds like
an umbrella! Reservations recommended. www.
trikkelasvegas.com. Downtown Container Park,
702.421.2288.
VALLEY OF FIRE STATE PARK  Nevada’s oldest and
largest state park, dedicated in 1935, which derives
its name from the stark red sandstone formations.
Ancient trees and early man are represented
throughout the park by areas of petrified wood and
3,000 year-old Indian petroglyphs. There are two
individual campgrounds with a combined total of
73 units, and three group areas, each of which can
accommodate 45 people; in addition, there are
four shaded picnic areas with restrooms. Inquire at
the visitor’s center, open daily from 8:30 am-4:30
pm, for information on day hikes. $6 entrance fee;
additional campground fees. www.parks.nv.gov/
vf.htm. Located 55 miles northeast of Las Vegas via
Interstate 15 (exit 75). 702.397.2088.
VEGAS BALLOON RIDES Go up, up and away on the
world’s oldest form of flight—the hot air balloon.
Daily sunrise flights are $275 per person. www.
vegasballoonrides.com. 2620 S. Maryland Parkway,
Suite 14, 702.553.3039.
VEGAS INDOOR SKYDIVING  Experience skydiving
within a vertical wind tunnel, with air speeds up to
120 mph, simulating the free-fall of skydiving. Must
be height/weight proportionate. Call for times
and prices. www.vegasindoorskydiving.com. 200
Convention Center Drive, 702.731.4768.
VEGAS LUXURY RIDES Lamborghinis, Ferraris and
Porsches available for four to 24-hour rentals. No
deposit required. www.vegasluxuryrides.com. 5040
W. Post Rd., Suite 150, 866.751.8777.
THE VEGAS MACHINE GUN EXPERIENCE Select
a gun from your favorite movie or video game,
throw-down with friends in a 3-gun challenge or
shoot the weapons the Secret Service do. M-Sa,
9 am-7 pm; Su, 11 am-4:30 pm.. Ask about free
shuttle service. www.machinegunexperience.com.
3084 S. Highland Drive, 702.567.1158.
VOODOO ZIPLINE Guests soar through the air 400
feet above the ground, between the Rio’s two towers, at top speeds of 33 MPH. Noon-midnight daily.
Noon-5:30 pm, $24.99; 5:31 pm-midnight, $37.
www.voodoozipline.com. Rio, 702.388.0477.
WELCOME TO FABULOUS LAS VEGAS SIGN
Designed by Betty Willis in 1959, this iconic sign
is on the National Register of Historic Places and
is one of the most popular sites for a photograph
in Las Vegas. Free. On the Strip one mile south of
Mandalay Bay.
WET N’ WILD Water park with more than 25 thrilling
slides and attractions, such as the Hoover Half
Pipe, that drops you a gut-wrenching 57 feet into a
giant half pipe, or the raging Rattler, the only slide
of its kind in North America. Su-Th, 10 am-6 pm;
F-Sa, 10 am-8 pm. $39.99 adults; $29.99 for those
under 42 inches. Season passes are $84.99. www.
wetnwildlasvegas.com. 7055 Fort Apache Rd.,
702.979.1600.
WILDLIFE HABITAT Chilean flamingos and other
exotic creatures take up residence on the original
Flamingo hotel site. Open 24 hours. Free. www.
flamingolasvegas.com. Flamingo, 702.733.3311.
XSCREAM Travel 30 feet off the edge of the
Stratosphere Tower at 30 mph. Su-Th, 10 am-1 am;
F-Sa, 10 am-2 am. $15 (plus $18 Tower admission),
or $36 as part of the all-day ride package. www.
stratospherehotel.com. Stratosphere, 702.380.7777.
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The premier golf course in Las Vegas, TPC Las Vegas is an ideal environment in which to get a handle on
your golf game. TPC’s knowledgeable instructors will help you fine-tune every aspect of your game—and
with this lush environment, you could stay on the course from dawn to dusk! Plus, it’s as close as you can
come to the PGA Tour without actually playing in it—TPC’s been home to numerous pros over the years.
9851 Canyon Run Drive, www.tpc.com/lasvegas. (702) 256-2000
GOLF GALAXY Choose from a wide range of
golf equipment, apparel and accessories at this
full-service store, which also offers interactive
elements such as a putting area and golf simulator.
Other services include a golf repair center and
consultations with on-staff PGA professional Jon
Skaggs. www.golfgalaxy.com. 8621 W. Charleston
Blvd., Ste. 110, 702.932.4110; 561 N. Stephanie St.,
702.436.1362.
LAS VEGAS GOLF AND TENNIS SUPERSTORE In
business for more than 30 years, this specialty golf
retailer offers top-notch clubs, bags and a variety
of accessories picked by their knowledgeable inhouse experts. www.lvgolf.com. 4711 Dean Martin
Drive, 702.892.9999.
NIKE GOLF Known for innovation in apparel,
footwear and equipment. The store features a
complete line of men’s, women’s and kid’s Nike
Golf apparel, which is designed to make the golfer
look good and feel comfortable in all weather
conditions. www.mandalaybay.com/thingstodo/
nikegolf.aspx. Mandalay Place, 702.632.9368.
VEGAS GOLF PROS The latest in golf equipment,
golf clubs, golf bags and golf accessories. Also,
all the apparel you’ll ever need for the course.
Open M-F, 8:30 am-5 pm; Sa, 10 am-4 pm. www.
vegasgolfpros.com. 4860 W. Desert Inn Rd.,
702.873.8077.
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ALIANTE GOLF CLUB Hit it straight or bring an extra
sleeve of balls at this course built around a meandering arroyo that comes into play on 14 holes.
This Gary Panks and Associates-designed 18-hole
championship course plays more than 7,000 yards
from the tips. www.aliantegolf.com. 3100 W. Elkhorn, North Las Vegas. 702.399.4888.
ANGEL PARK GOLF CLUB Features night play on
the Cloud Nine course—12 holes that are replicas
of the most challenging par-3 holes in the world.
Voted “Best Golf Course in Las Vegas” by the Las
Vegas Review Journal’s ‘Best of Las Vegas’ Readers
Poll 14 of the last 15 years, Angel Park Golf Club is
widely regarded as the most complete golf experience in Las Vegas. www.angelpark.com. 100 S.
Rampart Blvd. 702.254.4653.
BADLANDS GOLF CLUB For those who wonder what
“target golf” is all about, the answer can be found
at Badlands, a Johnny Miller-designed course
that asks a simple question from the first swing:
Pinpoint accuracy or OB? Recommended for
low- to mid-handicappers and masochists. www.
badlandsgc.com. 9119 Alta Drive. 702.242.4653.
BALI HAI GOLF CLUB Located just south of Manda-
lay Bay on Las Vegas Blvd., this tropically themed
course has earned praise as one of the country’s
top resort tracks. Thousands of palm trees line
the fairways with transition and out-of-play areas
accented with Augusta white sand. The golfer’s
paradise also has seven acres of water features
and 100,000 tropical plants. The course plays 7,002
yards from its back tees. www.balihaigolfclub.com.
5160 Las Vegas Blvd. S. 702.728.2001.
BEAR’S BEST Reflects 18 of the Golden Bear’s favor-
ite holes that are exact duplicates, capturing the
feel and challenge of each hole in its original state.
Experience the challenges of Cabo del Sol, Castle
Pines, Bear Creek, La Paloma and Desert Highlands in the same round. Forecaddies available.
www.bearsbestlasvegas.com. 11111 W. Flamingo
Rd. 702.804.8500.
WHAT ARE THE BEST times of day to golf? What is proper attire for the golf course? Is free transportation available? Ask your hotel concierge for all of the answers.
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BLACK MOUNTAIN GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB Nearly
50 years old, this course is well-conditioned and
geared for mid- to high-handicappers. The Founders course is the third oldest in the Las Vegas
Valley and presents many challenges to golfers
of all skill levels. The Horizon nine is more open
than the original nine holes with well-bunkered
greens. It plays 6,541 yards, par 72, from the back.
www.golfblackmountain.com. 500 Greenway Rd.,
Henderson. 702.565.7933.
BOULDER CITY GOLF COURSE Nestled within three
mountain ranges, this course offers a budgetfriendly game of golf on a course that rivals
the greens and fairways at some of the leading
resort courses. Billy Casper and David Rainville
established the golf course in 1973 into a 6,600
yard, par 72 layout that provides a haven for native
plants, abundant treescapes and several integral
water features. www.bouldercitygolf.com. One
Clubhouse Drive. 702.293.9236.
BOULDER CREEK GOLF CLUB  Three distinct nine-
hole tracks add up to great variety at this course.
The practice facilities are outstanding. All three
nines measure more than 3,700 yards, making
for a very long 18 holes. www.bouldercreekgc.
com. 1501 Veteran’s Memorial Drive, Boulder City.
702.294.6534.
CASCATA Designed by Rees Jones and for use
exclusively for Caesars Entertainment resorts
guests, the par-72 course provides stunning vistas
at every turn, including the 3,600-foot peak at
Red Mountain, lush fairways, lakes, and streams.
Class A PGA professionals attend to equipment,
fashion or instruction needs, and players are accompanied on-course by a Tour-class caddie. www.
golfcascata.com. 1 Cascata Drive, Boulder City.
877.222.2455.
DESERT PINES GOLF COURSE Plentiful water
hazards that come into play on half of the holes and
mature pine trees—thousands of which line the
fairway—bring the feel of the Carolinas to a par-5
spot just east of downtown. www.waltersgolf.com/
desert-pines-golf-club.asp. 3415 E. Bonanza Rd.
702.728.2001.
DESERT WILLOW GOLF COURSE This par 60 execu-
tive course makes for a quick but satisfing round.
No holes extend longer than 350 yards, so leave
the driver in the room. www.desertwillowlasvegas.
com. 2020 W. Horizon Ridge Parkway, Henderson.
702.263.4653.
DRAGON RIDGE COUNTRY CLUB Hailed by Golf
Digest, this Jay Morrish/David Druzisky-designed
course offers breathtaking views of the Las Vegas
Valley and more than a few twists and turns. Tucked
into the McCullough Mountains along the valley’s
southeastern edge. www.dragonridgegolf.com.
552 S. Stephanie St., Henderson. 702.614.4444.
DURANGO HILLS GOLF CLUB This executive-length
course is no pitch-and-putt; it features a quartet of
par 4s and a plethora of par 3s ranging from under
125 to 210 yards. This par 58 plays 3,780 yards from
the back. www.durangohillsgolf.com. 3501 N. Durango Drive, near W. Cheyenne Ave. 702.229.4653.
EAGLE CREST  A 4,067-yard, par-60 executive course
built along some of the highest points in Summerlin, which offers panoramic views of the Las Vegas
Strip. www.golfsummerlin.com/course/ecc.html.
2203 Thomas Ryan Boulevard, 702.240.1320.
HIGHLAND FALLS GOLF CLUB Another of the popu-
lar Casper/Nash courses in Sun City Summerlin
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Golf area, this one has fast greens, a peak elevation
of more than 3,000 feet and excellent playing
conditions. Ideally suited for those whose best
drives carry like a pro’s three iron. www.golfsummerlin.com/HighlandFalls.asp. 10201 Sun City Blvd.
702.254.7010.
LAS VEGAS NATIONAL GOLF CLUB An oasis that
has hosted numerous PGA and LPGA Tour Events
including the Tournament of Champions and the
1996 Las Vegas Invitational. Palm, pine, and olive
trees protect the well-bunkered greens and lush
fairways. This exquisite championship golf course
is located only two miles from the Strip and the Las
Vegas Convention Center. www.lasvegasnational.
com. 1911 E. Desert Inn Rd. 702.734.1796.
www.thearroyogolfclub.com. 2250-C Red Springs
Drive, Summerlin. 702.258.2300.
REVERE AT ANTHEM GOLF CLUB This facility is
home to two pristine par-72 courses designed by
Greg Nash and Billy Casper, with both courses offering spectacular views of the Las Vegas Valley. At
Lexington, steep canyons and elevation changes
provide golfers a chance to test their course management. Mid- to high-handicap players will enjoy
Concord’s forgiving, gully-shaped fairways. www.
reveregolf.com. 2600 Hampton Rd., Henderson.
702.259.4653.
RHODES RANCH GOLF CLUB Designed by Ted
Robinson, Sr., this par-72 course measures 6,800
yards and is ideally suited for mid-handicap resort
golfers. Water is in play on more than a third of the
holes, and there are varying elevations, stunning
city and mountain views and gently rolling fairways
that spread out over the 162-acre property.
www.rhodesranchgolf.com. 20 Rhodes Ranch
Parkway, near Durango and Warm Springs roads.
702.740.4114.
RIO SECCO GOLF CLUB After putting on greens
that should be mowed by a Zamboni, you’ll know
why Butch Harmon put a golf school right on the
LAS VEGAS PAIUTE GOLF RESORT This top-tier golf
course boasts the only three golf courses personally designed by Pete Dye. Golf Digest chose Snow
Mountain as the No. 1 public access golf course in
Las Vegas. All three of the courses—Snow Mountain, Sun Mountain and Wolf—are par 72, although
many would understand if a few extra strokes were
added to the 7,604-yard Wolf. www.lvpaiutegolf.
com. 10325 Nu-Wav Kaiv Blvd., about 20 miles
northwest of the Strip. 702.658.1400.
LEGACY GOLF CLUB An annual host to the U.S.
Open Qualifying and the American Junior Golf Association events, Legacy is recognizable for 10thhole tee boxes in the shape of diamonds, hearts,
spades and clubs. It stretches 7,233 yards from the
tees, a memorable challenge for the scratch player,
and also the novice, as it includes generous landing
areas. www.thelegacygc.com. 130 Par Excellence
Drive, Henderson. 702.897.2200.
MOUNTAIN FALLS GOLF CLUB This hidden
treasures offers picturesque views of surrounding mountain ranges and lush rolling hills. Course
yardages range from 5.415-7,082 yards, making the
course attractive to all skill levels. www.mountainfallsgolfclub.com. 5001 S. Clubhouse Drive,
775.537.6553.
PAINTED DESERT GOLF CLUB The first true desert
links-style course in Las Vegas, this track was designed by award-winning architect Jay Morrish and
features scenic desert landscaping and wildlife.
Narrow fairways and little grass on either side of
them make accuracy off the tees a necessity. www.
painteddesertgc.com. 5555 Painted Mirage Rd.,
about 18 miles northwest of the Strip. 702.645.2570.
PALM VALLEY This par-72 course is Summerlin’s
longest and toughest, playing to 6,580 yards,
with a rating/slope of 72/127. www.golfsummerlin.
com/PalmValley.asp. 9201 Del Webb Boulevard,
702.363.4373.
PRIMM VALLEY GOLF CLUB Two golf courses built
by the legendary Tom Fazio: The Lakes Course and
The Desert Course. The Lakes Course will take you
out of the desert and into another world. Complete
with dense groves of tall pine trees, an extensive
lakes and river system, this 6,945-yard par-71 course
is a challenge that puts even the best golfer to the
test. The Desert Course provides a stark contrast
to the almost-tropical Lakes Course. Slightly more
demanding of the player’s ability, it measures
7,131 yards with a par of 72. 5509. 1 Yates Well Rd.,
702.679.5509.
RED ROCK COUNTRY CLUB, ARROYO COURSE With
more bunkers than a World War I battlefield, this
daily-play course demands either pinpoint accuracy or a surgeon’s touch with the sand wedge.
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premises. A one-time USA Today top 10 choice,
this course is both beautiful and deadly. www.
riosecco.net. 2851 Grand Hills Drive, Henderson.
702.777.2400.
ROYAL LINKS GOLF CLUB  Built to honor the rich
history and tradition of the game of golf, this
links-style course features holes inspired by eleven
different British Open rotation courses, including
the “Road Hole” and “Hell Bunker” from the old
course at St. Andrews and the “Postage Stamp”
from Royal Troon. www.royallinksgolfclub.com.
5995 E. Vegas Valley. 702.728.2001.
SHADOW CREEK GOLF COURSE This course
exclusively for the guests of MGM Resorts was
designed by Tom Fazio. Sparkling creeks and
waterfalls are framed by the mountains, providing
dramatic settings for the holes such as #17, where
golfers play down from one of several tees perched
on top of a ridge to a green surrounded by rocks
and water. Behind the green, a massive waterfall
drops into a pool that cascades into a creek, which
then falls into the lake that fronts the green. www.
shadowcreek.com. 3 Shadow Creek Drive, North
Las Vegas. 702.399.7111.
SIENA GOLF CLUB Friendly service, pristine condi-
tioning and the towering Spring Mountains make
Siena one of Las Vegas’ most relaxing golf experiences. It features rolling fairways and artful bunkering, plus dazzling views of the city. With more than
80 bunkers, accuracy is key. www.sienagolfclub.
com. 10575 Siena Monte Ave., 702.341.9200.
SILVERSTONE GOLF CLUB Home of the Las Vegas
Celebrity Players Tour, Silverstone offers 27 championship holes in three 9-hole layouts. Designed
by Robert Cupp, the Mountain, Valley and Desert
courses provide a five-star golf experience for players of all abilities. Mountain hole #3 is the longest
hole in Nevada, a par 5 at a length of 653 yards.
www.silverstonegolfclub.com. 8600 Cupp Drive,
702.562.3770.
SPANISH TRAIL COUNTRY CLUB Designed by golf
course architect Robert Trent Jones, Jr., this private
club offers 27 holes of tree-lined fairways, undulating hills, 15 lakes with streams and waterfalls, 120
bunkers and sweeping mountain vistas create a
golf experience like no other. www.spanishtrailcc.
com. 5050 Spanish Trail Lane, 702.364.5050.
TAYLORMADE GOLF EXPERIENCE A full-service golf
venue located just minutes from the Strip. Demo
the latest equipment, get custom-fit for clubs,
practice on a lighted, two-tiered driving range and
short-game areas and tee-it-up on a lighted ninehole par-3 course. www.taylormadegolfexperience.
com. 6730 Las Vegas Blvd. S., 702.897.9500.
TPC LAS VEGAS Located in the foothills of the
scenic Red Rock National Conservation Area,
minutes from the famous Las Vegas Strip, TPC Las
Vegas is the only public PGA Tour Facility in Las
Vegas. As either a host or co-host to PGA Tour
and Champions Tour events for the past decade,
TPC Las Vegas is highlighted by superb conditioning, a beautiful layout, excellent customer service
and the overall “Highest Standards in the Golf
industry.” www.tpc.com/lasvegas. 9851 Canyon
Run Drive, 702.256.2000.
TUSCANY GOLF CLUB This addition to Southern
Nevada’s golf scene was designed by Ted Robinson and is located about 15 miles east of the Strip.
The beautiful par-72, 18-hole course challenges
players of all skill levels. The surrounding community looks similar to a Tuscan village, and wine
barrels are used as signage on the course. www.
tuscanygolfclub.com. 901 Olivia Parkway, Henderson. 702.951.1500.
WILDHORSE GOLF CLUB Established in 1961, this is
one of the oldest clubs in the Las Vegas area. The
championship par 70 layout runs just past 7,000
yards from the back and features rolling fairways
and plenty of water hazards. www.par4golfmanagement.com. 2100 W. Warm Springs Rd., Henderson. 702.210.6101.
WYNN LAS VEGAS GOLF This 18-hole golf course,
open to guests of Wynn Las Vegas only, was
designed by Tom Fazio and Steve Wynn. The par
70 course features contoured fairways dotted
with 50-year-old trees; multiple streams and water
features flow throughout. www.wynnlasvegas.com.
3131 Las Vegas Blvd. S. 702.770.7100.
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Luxurious Pool Lounge
Hands-down the most beautiful venue at Aria is Liquid. This posh, adults-only pool club is shaded by a lush
landscape of yucca, acacia and palm trees, and unique water features arc gracefully overhead. Dozens of
umbrellas fill the expansive 215,000-square-foot pool deck, and cabanas pair superior service with high-tech
indulgences such as 42-inch TVS, iPod docks and WiFi. The world’s hottest DJs keep the party going.
11 am-6 pm daily. Aria at CityCenter. For same-day cabana reservations, call, (702) 693-8300
BARE POOL LOUNGE Exclusive adult alternative to
the Vegas pool-side experience. European sunbathing permitted. Open daily from 11 am-6 pm.
www.barepool.com. Mirage, 702.693.8300.
DAYLIGHT BEACH CLUB An outdoor entertainment
destination that features an elevated stage flanked
by six LED screens. F-Su, 11 am-6 pm. Eclipse evenings on Su from 10 pm-3 am. www.daylightvegas.
com. Mandalay Bay, 702.693.8300.
DRAI’S BEACH CLUB A lush rooftop pool deck in the
center of the Strip. F-Su, 10 am-7 pm. $20 for nonhotel guests. www.thecromwell.com/drais/las-vegas-pool-party.html. The Cromwell, 702.737.0555.
ENCORE BEACH CLUB  A 60,000-square-foot
paradise with want-for-nothing cabanas and eight
two-story cabanas with private hot tubs. F-Su, 11
am-7 pm. www.encorebeachclub.com. Encore,
702.770.7300.
MARQUEE DAYCLUB  Features three-story bunga-
low lofts and living quarters for overnight stays, as
well as a party deck with infinity pools and gaming.
21+. Daily, 11 am-sunset; call to inquire about
overnight quarters and cover charges. www.mar-
queelasvegas.com/day-club-home. Cosmopolitan,
702.333.9000.
TAO BEACH A lush Balinese escape with 40-foot
tall bamboo trees and the world’s hottest DJs.
Daily from 11 am-sunset. www.taobeach.com. The
Venetian, 702.388.8858.
VENUS POOL CLUB A sophisticated and seductive
European-style retreat, with high-end food choices
and roving margarita and mojito carts. Daily, 11
am-6 dusk. www.angelmg.com/venues/venuspool-club. Caesars Palace, 702.650.5944.
WET REPUBLIC The ultimate nightlife vibe merges
seamlessly with poolside pampering. Th-M, 11
am-6 pm. www.wetrepublic.com. MGM Grand,
702.891.3563.
Nightclubs
1 OAK Embraces the avant-garde in 16,000 square
feet of meticulously detailed architectural mastery.
Tu, F-Sa, from 10:30 pm. www.lightgroup.com.
Mirage, 702.693.8300.
THE BANK A multi-tiered nightclub courtesy The
Light Group that sets the tone for luxury and sophistication. Stylish nightlife attire recommended.
Th-Su, from 10:30 pm. www.bellagio.com. Bellagio,
702.693.8300.
DRAI’S  Run by the man hailed as the “father of
the Las Vegas after-hours scene.” Th-Su, 10 pm-5
am. www.drais.net/after_hours. The Cromwell,
702.777.3818.
HAKKASAN Las Vegas’ newest multi-level mega-
club and home to the world’s hottest DJs. www.
hakkasanlv.com. MGM Grand, 702.891.3838.
HAZE A plush interior, coupled with superior ser-
vice, makes this one of the hottest spots in town.
Th-Sa, from 10:30 pm. www.hazelasvegas.com.
Aria, 702.693.8300.
LIGHT This joint production between Cirque du
Soleil and The Light Group has 38,000 square
feet of space that merges the nightlife scene with
state-of-the-art production and theatrics. F-Sa, 10
pm-4 am. www.thelightgroup.com. Mandalay Bay,
702.693.8300.
MARQUEE This 60,000-square-foot clubber’s
nirvana boasts seven bars, two dance floors, a
40-foot-long LED DJ booth and a projection stage
surrounded by coliseum-style seating. There’s
even a library-style lounge with vintage books, a
fireplace and a billiard table. Open M, Th-Sa, from
WHAT’S THE BEST WAY TO bypass long lines and beat expensive cover charges at Las Vegas’ most popular nightclubs? Ask your hotel concierge—they’ve got the answers to all of your questions.
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Daylife+Nightlife 10 pm-4 am. www.marqueelasvegas.com. Cosmopolitan, 702.333.9000.
TAO This popular celeb hangout has roots in NYC.
Th-Sa, 10 pm-5 am. www.taolasvegas.com. The
Venetian, 702.388.8588.
TRYST Take a walk downstairs and become im-
mersed in red and black decor with mirrors and
a beautiful view. The dance floor extends into
a 90-foot waterfall and lagoon. Th-Sa, 10 pm-4
am. www.wynnlasvegas.com. Wynn Las Vegas,
702.770.3375.
VOODOO LOUNGE Offers a fantastic view of the
SAPPHIRE The world’s largest gentlemen’s club,
featuring 70,000 square feet of topless entertainment and serving the finest variety of cocktails,
wines, champagnes and cigars. 24 hours. Pool &
Dayclub open F-Su, noon-6 pm. www.sapphirelasvegas.com. 3025 Industrial Rd. 702.303.3430.
Alternative
CHARLIE’S LAS VEGAS  Country bar and dance hall
with drag queen bingo every Tu at 9:30 pm. Open
24 hours. www.charlieslasvegas.com. 5012 Arville
St., 702.876.1844.
ESCAPE LOUNGE Features one of the hottest drag
troupes in the country, flamBOYance, every Th at
10:30 pm, plus daily drink specials. Open 24 hours.
www.escapeloungelasvegas.com. 4213 W. Sahara
Ave., 702.364.1167.
FLEX A bar and dance club with sexy bartenders,
video poker, billiard tables and much more. Open
24 hours. 4347 W. Charleston Blvd., 702.385.3539.
FREEZONE Known as the gay nightclub where the
beautiful people hang out. Open 24 hours. www.
freezonelv.com. 610 E. Naples Drive, 702.794.2300.
Strip and imaginative specialty cocktails. Nightly
from 8 pm. www.playrio.com. Rio, 702.777.6875.
XS The epitome of opulence in nightlife, where
guests can enjoy bottle service indoors, or
outdoors at a luxurious poolside cabana. F-M,
10 pm-4 am. www.encorelasvegas.com. Encore,
702.770.0097.
Lounges
BLUE MARTINI Tapas-style dining and more than 30
premium martinis make for one of the best socializing spots in town. Happy hour nightly from 4-8
pm. www.bluemartinilounge.com. Town Square,
702.949.2583.
THE CHANDELIER  A three-level architectural
wonder with 2,000,000 luminous beaded curtains
of light. The “inside” Chandelier is a swank cocktail
haven. All levels are open daily; the bottom is the
only level open 24 hours. www.cosmopolitanlasvegas.com. Cosmopolitan, 702.698.7989.
HYDE BELLAGIO  Feel like you’re sitting in the
middle of the Bellagio Fountains when you visit Las
Vegas’ newest hipster nightlife spot. Su-Th, 5-11
pm; F-Sa, until 4 am. www.hydebellagio.com. Bellagio, 702.693.8700.
LEVEL 107 LOUNGE An upscale lounge with delec-
table signature drinks and a 360-degree view of the
Las Vegas valley. 2-for-1 martinis and 50 percent off
appetizers from 4 pm-7 pm nightly during happy
hour. www.stratospherehotel.com/Hotel/Dining/
Level-107-Lounge. Stratosphere, 702.380.7777.
LILY BAR & LOUNGE Intimate, sophisticated,
upscale. This lavishly decorated lounge serves up
exotic and seasonal cocktails. Daily, noon-4 am.
www.bellagio.com. Bellagio, 702.693.8300.
Gentlemen’s Clubs
CLUB PARADISE Comfortable for both men and
women; sexy vignettes play out nightly on the
catwalk. Open, 6 pm-6 am. www.clubparadise.net.
4416 Paradise Rd. 702.734.7990.
CRAZY HORSE III This plush club offers two gladia-
tor-style VIP areas overlooking a large square stage
in the center of the room and private cabanas for
the more discreet customer. 24 hours. www.ch3lv.
com. 3525 W. Russell Rd., 702.673.1700.
DEJA VU SHOWGIRLS  Luxurious club with multiple
dance stages and an on-site “Love Boutique.”
Open 24 hours. www.dejavushowgirlsvegas.com.
3247 Industrial Rd. 702.894.4167.
LARRY FLYNT’S HUSTLER CLUB This four-story
erotic events center features 100s of Hustler
Honeys on the dance floor each night. The rooftop
nightclub has five bars. Open 4 pm - 9 am. www.
vegashustlerclub.com. 6007 Dean Martin Drive,
702.795.3131.
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Clubs Directory
CLUBS
ARIA
BELLAGIO
HOURS
MUSIC
CONTACT
Gold Boutique Lounge
F-Tu, from 5 pm;
W-Th, from 10 pm
Top 40 and hits from the ‘70s-‘90s
(702) 693-8300
HAZE
Th-Sa, 10:30 pm-4 am
Top 40, house and hip hop
(702) 693-8300
Liquid
Daily from 11 am-6 pm
Hip hop, Top 40, dance
(702) 693-8300
The Bank
Th-Su, 10:30 pm-4 am
Hip hop, rock and mash-ups
(702) 693-8300
Hyde
Tu, F-Sa, 10 pm-5 am
Open format
(702) 693-8700
CAESARS PALACE
Venus Pool Club
Daily from 11 am-dusk
Latin house, ambient lounge
(702) 650-5944
COSMOPOLITAN
Marquee
F-Tu, from 5 pm;
W-Th, from 10 pm
Open format
(702) 333-9000
Marquee Dayclub
Daily from 11 am-sunset
House, hip hop, Top 40, mash-ups and dance
(702) 333-9000
THE CROMWELL
Drai’s
Tu, Th-Su, 10 pm-5 am
Hip hop, Top 40, house, electronica, mash-ups
(702) 737-0555
Drai’s Beach Club
F-Su, 10 am-7 pm; Tu night
Yacht Club, 10 pm-5 am
Hip hop, Top 40, house, electronica, mash-ups
(702) 737-0555
Encore Beach Club
F-Su, 11 am-7 pm
Electronica, house
(702) 770-7300
XS
F-M, 10 pm-4 am
Top 40, hip hop and ‘80s
(702) 770-0097
GOLDEN NUGGET
Gold Diggers
W-Su, from 9 pm
Top 40, hits from the ‘70s and ‘80s
DJs: DJs vary
(702) 385-7111
HARD ROCK HOTEL
Body English
Th-Sa, from 10:30 pm
Top 40, hip hop, mash-ups, house and techno
DJs: DJ Hope, DJ Casanova, DJ Koko
(702) 693-5000
Rehab
Sa-Su, 10 am-6 pm
Dance, electronica, hip hop, house, Latin.
Top 40 progressive house, salsa and tranc
(702) 693-5000
LUXOR
LAX
W-Su, from 10:30 pm
Trance, rock, hip hop, ‘80s and house
(702) 262-4529
MANDALAY BAY
Daylight
F-Su, 11 am-6 pm; Eclipse
on Su from 10 pm-3 am
Electronic, house, Top 40 and hip hop
( 702) 693-8300
Light
W, 10:30 pm; F-Sa, 10 pm
Electronic, house, Top 40 and hip hop
(702) 693-8300
Moorea Beach Club
Daily, 11 am-8 pm
Electronic, hip hop, Top 40 and old-school
(702) 632-7580
Hakkasan
Th-Su, from 10 pm
Electronic, house, hip hop and Top 40
(702) 891-3838
Wet Republic
Th-M, 11 am-6 pm
House, hip hop, electronica, mash-ups
(702) 891-3563
1 OAK
Tu, F-Sat, 10:30 pm-4 am
Hip hop, Top 40, electronic and mash-ups
(702) 693-8300
Bare Pool Lounge
Daily, 11 am- 6 pm
Open format
(702) 693-8300
Ghostbar
Nightly from 8 pm
Top 40, pop and hip hop
(702) 942-6832
Palms Pool & Dayclub
Daily from 9 am-6 pm
House, rock, hip hop and Top 40
(702) 942-7777
PARIS LAS VEGAS
Chateau
W, F-Sa, 10:30 pm-4 am
Hip hop, funk, old school and
progressive house
(702) 776-7777
RIO
Voodoo Lounge
Nightly, 9 pm-2:30 am
Live music, Top 40, hip hop
(702) 777-6875
SAPPHIRE,
Sapphire Day Club
3025 INDUSTRIAL RD
F-Su, noon-6 pm
House, hip hop, Top 40
mash-ups and dance
(702) 303-3430
THE VENETIAN
TAO
Th-Sa from 10 pm
Hip-hop and rock mash-ups
(702) 388-8588
TAO Beach
Daily from 11 am-sunset
Hip hop, house and rock
(702) 388-8858
Tryst
Th-Sa, 10 pm-4 am
Top 40, hip hop, mash-ups and house
(702) 770-3375
ENCORE
MGM GRAND
MIRAGE
PALMS
WYNN LAS VEGAS
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South Beach in Las Vegas
Fusing personalized service with a high-end design concept, the Delano Las Vegas brings South Beach to
Sin City, letting travelers seek out an even greater upscale vibe while at Mandalay Bay. The all-suite retreat
offers access to all of that property’s amenities, but ushers in a new era of sophistication—rooms feature a
clean color palette of whites and neutrals, and each comes with its own powder room.
3940 Las Vegas Blvd. S., (877) 632-5400. www.delanolasvegas.com
MCCARRAN INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT www.mc-
carran.com. 702.261.5211.
MCCARRAN RENTACAR CENTER A 68-acre facil-
ity that houses 11 car rental companies in one
location. Located three miles south of Terminal 1;
dedicated shuttles transport visitors to the site.
702.261.6001; Additional car rental outlets include:
A Select of Las Vegas Inc., 702.948.8257; Alamo/
National Rent-A-Car, 702.261.5391; Avis Rent-ACar, 702.531.1500; Budget, 702.736.1212; Dollar
Rent-A-Car, 702.891.8588; Enterprise Rent-A-Car,
702.795.8842; Hertz, 702.736.4900; Thrifty Car
Rental, 702.896.7600; Advantage Rent-A-Car,
800.777.9377; Payless Rent-A-Car, 702.736.6147; E-Z
Rent-A-Car, 702.263.3300.
LAS VEGAS MONORAIL Seven stops between SLS/
Sahara Avenue and the MGM Grand. $5 single
ride ticket; $12 unlimited day pass, $28 unlimited
3-day pass. M-Th, 7 am-2 am; F-Su, until 3 am.
Call 866-4-MONORAIL or (702) 699-8200. www.
lvmonorail.com. MGM Grand, 702.891.1111; Bally’s/
Paris, 702.739.4111; Flamingo/Caesars Palace,
702.733.3100; Harrah’s/The Quad, 702.369.5000;
Las Vegas Convention Center, 702.892.0711;
Westgate Las Vegas, 702.732.5111; SLS/Sahara Ave.
702.737.2111.
FREE TRAM SERVICE Available between TI and
the Mirage and Excalibur, Luxor and Mandalay
Bay, and also Bellagio, Crystals at CityCenter and
Monte Carlo. 24 hours.
BUS SYSTEMCITIZENS AREA TRANSIT CAT 24-
hour transit service with handicapped services and
a park-and-ride option to the airport. The Deuce
hits most of the casinos on Las Vegas Boulevard.
South Strip Transfer Center: 6675 S. Gilespie St.;
Downtown Transportation Center, 300 N. Casino
Center Drive. www.rtcsouthernnevada.com.
702.228.7433.
TAXI CAB AUTHORITY Sample rates: Airport to
downtown: $25. Airport to mid-Strip: $18-$20.
Airport to convention center: $17. www.taxi.state.
nv.us. 1785 E. Sahara Ave., 702.486.6532; Checker/
Star/Yellow Cab, 702.873.2000.
Places of Worship
Tipping Guide
Bartenders —$1-$2 per drink.
Cocktail Waitresses —$1-$2 per drink.
Gaming Dealers —For table games, a chip
representing your betting increment. In poker,
$1 per winning hand, more for large pots.
Hotels —Bellmen & doormen: $2-$3 for
each bag.
Concierge —$5 or more depending on task.
Housekeepers —$3-$5 per day.
Pool attendants —$1-$2.
Room-service attendants —15-20 percent.
Valet —$2-$5.
Restaurants/Servers —15-20 percent.
Buffet/Servers —$1 per drink.
Taxi drivers —15-20 percent, as drivers are
taxed on their tips by the government.
Tour guides —$2-$10 depending on the
length of your tour and how helpful and
informative your guide is.
SHRINE OF THE MOST HOLY REDEEMER Mass:
M-Sa, 12:10 pm. Vigil: Sa, 4 & 5:30 pm; Su, 8 am,
9:30 & 11 am, 12:30 pm, 4 & 5:30 pm. 55 E. Reno
Ave. (just east of the Luxor). 702.891.8600.
THE INTERSECTION OF Las Vegas Blvd. and Tropicana Ave. has the most hotel rooms in the world. Consult your hotel concierge about dining and entertainment in the area.
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Aria
702-590-7111
Bally’s
702-739-4111
Bellagio
702-693-7111
Caesars Palace
702-731-7266
Casino Royale
702-737-3500
Circus Circus
702-734-0410
Cosmopolitan
702-698-7475
The Cromwell
702-777-3777
Encore Las Vegas
702-770-7070
Excalibur
702-597-7777
Flamingo
702-733-3100
Four Seasons Hotel
702-632-5000
Harrah’s
702-369-5000
Luxor
702-262-4000
Mandalay Bay
702-632-4760
Mandarin Oriental
702-590-8888
MGM Grand
877-660-0660
The Mirage
702-791-7111
Monte Carlo
702-730-7777
Nobu Hotel
800-727-4923
NY-NY
702-740-6969
Palazzo
702-607-7777
Paris Las Vegas
702-946-7000
Planet Hollywood
702-785-5555
The Quad
702-731-3311
The Riviera
702-734-5110
The Signature
702-797-6000
SLS Las Vegas
702-737-2111
South Point
702-796-7111
Stratosphere
702-380-7777
Treasure Island
702-894-7111
Tropicana
702-739-2222
Trump
702-982-0000
Vdara
702-590-2030
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702-414-1000
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702-770-7070
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800-270-3574
Clarion
702-952-8000
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Suites
702-830-4010
Gold Coast
702-367-7111
Green Valley Ranch
702-617-7777
Grand Chateau
702-862-5600
Hard Rock Hotel
702-693-5000
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702-567-4700
Hooters
702-739-9000
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702-869-7777
M Resort
702-797-1000
The Orleans
702-365-7111
Palace Station
702-367-2411
Palms
702-942-7777
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702-365-5000
Red Rock
702-797-7777
Renaissance
702-784-5700
Rio
702-252-7777
Rumor
702-369-5400
Sam’s Town
702-456-7777
SpringHill Suites
702-433-5880
Silver Sevens
702-733-7000
Silverton
702-263-7777
Tuscany
702-893-8933
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702-732-5111
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702-836-5900
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702-567-6000
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702-382-1600
California
702-385-1222
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702-719-5100
El Cortez
702-385-5200
Four Queens
702-385-4011
Fremont
702-385-3232
Gold Spike
702-384-8444
Golden Gate
702-385-1906
Golden Nugget
702-385-7111
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702-387-1896
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My Las Vegas
completely different, brandnew crowd.
Aoki’s VegAs
When you were a kid, did
you know you wanted to
be in the music world?
I did. I was a tween when I
got into hardcore and that
whole sound and movement. I really felt that music
would be part of my life.
[World-rek nowned dJ and record producer]
Always an active participant in the music scene, Steve Aoki
played in bands, wrote for a music ‘zine and put on more
than 450 shows in college before starting his own label,
Dim Mak. His electronic style has made him a popular DJ
the world over, especially in Las Vegas—and in turn, Aoki
calls MGM club Hakkasan “my favorite nightclub to play in
the world.” His album “Neon Future” comes out this month.
When was the first time
you came to Vegas?
Probably around 2005. I
played the Foundation
Room at Mandalay Bay. I was
playing hip hop—I was a DJ,
like I am now, but I didn’t
have any music. I was just
DJing what people wanted
to hear. It was honestly
tougher, because the DJ
back in that time period was
anonymous. Your job was
purely to keep the whole
place dancing. If you played
At Hakkasan
the wrong song and people
left the dance floor, you
might get kicked off at any
given moment. As an artist,
I’m not thinking like that, I
like to introduce songs that
no one’s heard, and I might
At Wet Republic
On Discovering Vegas
introduce four of them in a
row if I want to.
What do you like best
about performing in Vegas
now?
I really feel like it’s my
backyard when I’m playing at Hakkasan and Wet
Republic. It’s fun—I’m not
really nervous or scared if
something was to happen
when I couldn’t control,
because that’s when you get
nervous, as an artist—there
are certain variables that
you can’t control, like where
your set gets [bleeped]
because of some technical
issues with sound or whatever it might be. But even
if that happens, I just feel
more comfortable there. I’ve
been playing at Hakkasan
for a couple of years now. It’s
got the best sound, it’s got
the best room, a good team.
And the crowd’s always different. That’s another great
thing about Vegas—each
weekend you’re playing to a
After His Final Set
I like gambling, so if I have a good
crew of people I might go play some
blackjack, or go play some late-night
poker, which I used to do all the time.
I’ll sit by the poker table and play
some poker.
different ways to push your
sound, your music, your
culture. Whether it’s doing
a ‘zine, whether it’s putting
on shows, producing shows
for other artists, whether it’s
being in a band. When I was
in college, I was just very
involved in my community. I
was putting on shows, then I
started a label—it was a very
natural kind of progression.
What’s the meaning behind your label's name?
Dim Mak is a martial art
move otherwise known
as the Touch of Death. My
childhood hero was Bruce
Lee, and I wanted to have
some sort of connection
with him. There’s this mystery that he was killed by the
Dim Mak, and the mystery
holds that he was able to
do Dim Mak, so that was my
way of paying homage.
I’m still exploring. I just moved here
(in October 2013). I’m hoping that
Las Vegas will become more progressive like Los Angeles and start bringing in some more health-conscious
options. Whole Foods is a must go-to
for me. MGM Grand has a lot of good
restaurants. Joel Robuchon is obviously one of the top-tier restaurants
here. I also like Greens and Proteins,
I like the shakes there.
Plans for the Future
When I moved to Vegas, I had a
meeting with Tony Hsieh right away.
I wanted to meet the man who is
revolutionizing Las Vegas. I want to
be a part of that community.
»
For Steve Aoki's full interview and itinerary, go to
wheretraveler.com
where
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Steve Aoki
How did you make yourself
part of the scene?
To gain respect from your
peers, you do that by being
proactive in your community and being creative in
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