Leaving Vegas Happy

Winning in Vegas isn't about going home rich; it's about not going home broke. You've probably heard many horror stories about people loosing it all their very first night in Vegas. The sad truth of the matter is that it happens quite often because it is so terribly easy to do. Casinos have many tricks (whether deliberately contrived or accidentally achieved) that help you make poor decisions as a result of slightly impaired judgment. The bells and whistles of casinos are fun for the first few hours, after that they tend to become dull and mind numbing. You'll even find that those who have been at the casino for a while will show slower and less enthusiastic responses to jackpots after a few hours. This is part of the process. We become number and mindlessly feed our 1's, 5's, 10's, 20's, 50's, and 100's into the machines and loosing count along the way.

Casinos are also kind enough to allow many people ups and downs along the way. They are quite smart in doing this. Many people find that they can get pretty far ahead early on and then are surprised to suddenly find themselves falling behind at an alarming rate. When they have you is at the moment you put yet another bill into the machine intending to get back the money you lost. Most of us manage to get back our original investment but decide that we want what we had won earlier and end right back at the bottom again starting the entire process over. Don't do that, I can tell you it hurts the next morning when you're kicking yourself for being stupid.

This of course brings me to my next point. Ever see a sunrise from the inside of a casino? Me either, but I've walked out into the blinding light of day before. It's very easy to loose track of time in a casino. It's dark in there and the only lights are quite often from the slot machines and blinking neon signs. There are no indicators for the passage of time and unless you are clock watching, which most of us are not when we're having fun, it is quite easy to lose many hours of time and find yourself suddenly very tired and making poor decisions and taking risks you'd normally not take rather than cashing out and going back to the room for the night. This is another one that generally hurts when you wake up.

In order to avoid things like this set a vibration alarm on your cell phone and have it buzz you when it's time to go. Only bring in a certain amount of cash into the casino and when that's gone it's gone. Don't go back to the room and get more money or make costly trips to the ATM. Those trips will suddenly add up and find you with no true idea of how much money you've spent or have left in your bank account.

You can quite easily win at the casino game on your trip to Vegas as long as you remember that you are playing at a casino and making a conscious decision not to be played by the casino. Common sense will help out some but avoiding traps is the difference in spending your 'mad money' at the casino and going home busted or spending your next few paychecks at the casino long after your vacation is over.

Some Dreams are made of Vegas Bachelor Parties

Men around America dream of having the quintessential Vegas bachelor party-there are few men who manage but many who share the common dream. The good news is that girls today are demanding equal rights as far as fantasies go and have decided that what is good for the goose is good as well for the gander. In other words more and more women are also deciding to hold their bachelorette parties in Las Vegas as well. This is really good news for Las Vegas as this process is bringing almost as much money and as many guests as the weddings have in the past. Not quite as much but it's a pretty good share of both and a great boon to the economy.

There are even services cropping up all over Las Vegas that provide services, decorations, planning, hosting, and the execution of these events for brides and grooms to be alike. Remember, "what happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas" and this is the one last hoorah before you take that long walk down the aisle. The most important thing to remember is that most of these parties are all in good fun and really leave nothing to tell.

The most important aspect of bachelor or bachelorette parties for most is that one last night of getting together with old friends, making new acquaintances, and cutting ties with the single lives you are preparing to leave behind. Whether you are just getting together with friends for drinks or heading off to visit all the strip clubs along the strip for one last time it is safe to say that Vegas knows how to throw a bachelor party.

One of the most important things to remember about your bachelor or bachelorette party in Las Vegas is that you should probably book your room before you go out partying so that you are certain you have a place to stay when all is said and done. It's always a good idea not to stray too far from your room if you're going to be drinking and having fun but this is a once in a lifetime kind of event so it's forgivable as long as you aren't driving, if you have a little too much to drink. Just make sure that you are able to find your clothes, the ring, and a quick shower the next morning.

Some of the parties that are the most fun do not involve leaving the room or suite that you book. You can almost always find strippers that specialize in bachelor parties and will be willing to come to you rather than going from club to club to club. Unless of course you are hoping to experience a little more variety among girls than hiring one or two would provide.

When you think about it, Las Vegas really is the perfect city for a bachelor party. You are in close proximity to drinking, gambling, girls, sex, and lots of ribbing from the guys. If you really are a great best man or maid of honor you will have put a lot of thought into what will be done during the bachelor party. Of course, the idea is to send your best friend off into wedded bliss with one last night to remember. It doesn't have to include girls, who's kidding, of course it does. The thing to remember is that it's the best man's job to make sure there is no evidence of impropriety.

Make sure you're all having a great night, you're all safe and sound, and that your friend makes it to the chapel on time tomorrow and you might all survive the bachelor party experience. Las Vegas will always be the ideal place to go for brides and grooms alike as they face their upcoming vows and gather with friends as single men and women one last time. While there is something somewhat sad about the process there is also something wonderful about the upcoming future and bright possibilities that lie ahead.

Vegas Magic for the Family

One thing you may or may not have noticed about Vegas is that shows are more often than not, not made for family viewings. In fact, many of the most popular shows are decidedly not appropriate for children and younger audiences. Vegas has often become synonymous with sin or at the very least sex. While that is something that most definitely draws the box office dollars it is not something that makes watching shows in Vegas easy if you have children. Magic shows, however are usually a fairly safe bet from great entertainment and less adult oriented content.
One thing that is certain about children and shows though is that most children not only love magic, they also find it utterly and completely fascinating. David Copperfield is one of the most recognized names when it comes to magic and illusion. Your children will be delighted from the first act through the end of the show. This is one show that you won't have to worry about sending negative messages to your children nor will you have to worry about being bored for the sake of your children with this show either. His show may ultimately be the start of something magical in your own children, you never know. Check with the MGM Grand for show nights and times as this show plays two weeks every month but those weeks vary.

For a little more Xtreme Magic you should check out Dirk Arthur's show at Tropicana.  This show has no age restrictions and the costs are $29 for table seating and $34 for booth seats this show has all kinds of wildlife from beautiful women, lavish dancers, Bengal tigers, a white tiger, and leopards. This show is a very exciting show that displays the art of illusion in a rather extreme form (kind of like extreme sports, this is extreme magic). Show times are 2 and 4 pm Saturday through Thursday.

For a little more magic, the Rick Thomas show at the Stardust Hotel has a little bit of magic for everyone. From the exquisitely choreographed moves and the help of a few showgirl type dancers he has created one of the best daytime shows in Vegas. Not only is Rick Thomas an excellent magician and illusionist he is also an extremely talented showman. And anything that can keep the rapt attention of little ones (in addition to their quiet) is a really good thing while on vacation. You can catch his show Thursday through Tuesday at 2 and 4 pm in the Wayne Newton Theatre of the Stardust Hotel.

While these shows are hardly inclusive of every magic act playing in Vegas these acts are very much the ones worth mentioning. If you haven't seen any of these guys perform you really have no idea what you've been missing. David Copperfield is truly the Master but he very well may have some serious competition along the horizon.

Magic is one of those things that the child in all of us never really manages to outgrow. We see it in brief moments when we hold our children for the first time, when we see their eyes light up on Christmas, when we feel the beauty and perfection of one perfect snowflake. Magic is all around us and so easily missed, there is nothing quite like visiting one of these shows to remind us not only of the magic we're missing each and every day as well as the wonder that we left behind somewhere in our own childhoods.

Vegas Shows are Big Draw for Tourists

Other than gambling, one of the first things that many people think of when they think of Vegas are the many shows that are available to watch. Vegas rakes in a fortune each year off the shows that are offered each and every night. There are major headliners and limited appearances that make the shows the wonderful draws for tourists and locals alike to spend a night out on the town and the shows, dinner, and ultimately the casinos.

The goal in almost every effort put forth by the casino parent companies is to get more bodies in the casinos. The more warm bodies that are warming the seats the more money that is filling the coffers. The casinos like to bring in the money and they are willing to spend a little in order to make a lot. The acts that are highlights in this city are well established for the most part and enjoy their celebrity, their fame, and most often for the headliners, the fact that there is some sort of permanence to their existences and they are not required to travel and spend countless hours on the road away from their families and loved ones.

You will find the ultra famous rubbing elbows with those who are barely known and occasionally some impersonators. In Vegas and most of them are only too happy to be living the life they've chosen in this great city of lights. If you have the opportunity to check out one of the many shows in Vegas I believe you will find that these shows are amazingly well put together and quite entertaining. This isn't your small town little theatre or your community college stage. These shows are professionally done and in business to make money-and make money they do.

The shows bring in clients from all walks of life and financial backgrounds you will find the rich and famous sitting next to the middle class in the audience and all will be either laughing, crying, or cringing together. The shows are designed to elicit different responses from the audiences and to appeal to a wide cross section of the population.

If you are in the market for a Vegas show it is recommended that you book around the time or at the same time you book your hotel reservations in order to be sure you can get the tickets. Many of these shows sell out months in advance and for months at a time. The more popular the show the bigger price the tickets will demand and the bigger following the shows will have.

I also encourage you to take advantage of some of the free opportunities and events within the casinos where the shows you are planning to see occur in order to get an idea of the lay of the land before the time your show is scheduled to start. You should probably be early for the shows you wish to see and plan to stand in line a little while.

While shows are one of the biggest draws for people to visit Las Vegas and some people plan their entire trips just for the sake of catching one show, keep in mind that there are plenty more things to do in Vegas than simply watching a show or two. Take advantage of the many opportunities for entertainment that await you during your Vegas vacation.

Vegas Weddings for all Tastes

Vegas is almost as famous for weddings as it is for some of its more questionable roots and activities. In fact there are wedding chapels on almost every corner and in almost every major casino on the strip and beyond. There are themed weddings, elegant weddings, simple weddings, alien weddings, and all kinds of weddings in between. Other than gambling, it seems that Vegas knows the most about weddings.

If you're planning a wedding, thinking about a wedding, or simply want to avoid a wedding and would like to run away and get married, might I suggest one of the many wedding chapels in Vegas? It takes all kinds of people to put together a fairy tale wedding however it can be done in Vegas in a matter of minutes. There are even wedding chapels in Vegas that will rent you costumes in which to get married. There are also those that rent the dresses and tuxedos for the more traditionally minded among you.

There are all kinds of wedding packages that can be ordered from the plain Jane and simple Sue wedding packages that offer no frills and no fun to those with more bells and whistles than you can shake a stick at. Where I come from there are plenty of sticks to be shaken. From professional photography to full service spa packages before the wedding for the bride and the bridal party there are all kinds of luxurious wedding touches available to those that are willing to pay for the service offered.

Vegas is probably the only city in the world that has professionals dedicated to throwing bachelor and bachelorette parties for brides and grooms to be. It really does beat all you've ever seen and more than most have ever dreamed of. While many people had dreams of fairy tale weddings and mom and dad paying for it, there are just as many who have had romantic dreams of getting married in Vegas since the very first time they heard it mentioned in movies or on TV. There are those that want Elvis impersonators singing as they share vows and others that want him to officiate the services. With so many tastes and wedding wishes, Las Vegas has come through with shining colors as far as making dream weddings possible for all those who enter.

It would seem that in Vegas, no wedding request (as long as it is legal) is out of the question. From the simply elegant to the outrageously campy there are chapels of love for all persuasions from pink fuzzy carpet and candles to outrageous dungeon looking rooms and all kinds in between weddings have been performed for many different walks of life and to confirm commitments for all manner of people and relationships from many countries around the world. Vegas is one of the easiest cities in the world in which to get married and all kinds of people take advantage of that fact for a quickie wedding. The one rule is that all parties must be of legal age and must be consenting. Consent is quite recognizable on your wedding day in most cases.

If you're planning a Vegas wedding, you are not alone and I wish you the absolute best of luck as you begin your new lives in this infinitely fascinating city of many dreams.

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One of the most distinct voices of the G-funk era in hip-hop, rapper Nate Dogg, passed away yesterday, March 15th, the rapper's family confirmed to the Hollywood Reporter. He was 41. Nate Dogg, born Nathaniel D. Hale, had suffered strokes in both 2007 and 2008, but his death has been attributed to "complications from multiple strokes," his lawyer Mark Geragos said. Often recruited to adorn choruses in Death Row Records' glory days, Nate Dogg exploded onto the music scene as Warren G's gat-busting partner-in-crime on the hit "Regulate." Nate also frequently collaborated with his high school friend Snoop Dogg, Kurupt, Tupac Shakur, Eminem, and 50 Cent.

The biggest tracks to feature Nate Dogg, a four-time Grammy nominee, include Dr. Dre's "The Next Episode," Ludacris' "Area Codes," 50 Cent's "21 Questions," Eminem's "Shake That" and, our personal favorite, his own solo track "Never Leave Me Alone" with Snoop Dogg. In addition to appearing on every great rap album from The Chronic to Doggystyle to All Eyez on Me to Get Rich or Die Tryin', Nate released three solo albums on his own. He also made the "Eastside Hotel" one of the most famous locales in hip-hop history.

are my ten tips for the Vegas virgin

1) If you’re going to gamble, do it responsibly
It’s the most obvious thing to say, that you’re surrounded by the opportunity to gamble. I didn’t realise it would start immediately at the arrivals gate at the airport, but you’re probably never further than a few feet from a fruit machine in Vegas. Unless you’re a staunch anti-gambler, it can be very much part of the experience. My tactic? Change up a set amount of chips, and already consider them lost – a one-off payment to sit at a table, play cards and have a drink for a while. If you leave with anything, that way it’s a bonus. Keep to your limit, and don’t get your head turned by the bells and whistles.

2) See at least one show
You name it, you can see it on stage in Las Vegas, from magicians and hypnotists to burlesque and probably a few things to make your great aunt’s glasses steam up. However, the big shows at major resorts are there as world-class productions, and they are generally done on an astounding scale.
I plumped for the Cirque du Soleil’s ‘Love’ show at The Mirage. Beforehand, I wasn’t set to be impressed by either people on a trapeze OR the music of The Beatles, but two hours later, I was almost weeping in my seat, such is the overwhelming intricacy and spectacle of this show. It was honestly one of the most impressive things I have ever seen.

3) Hit Fremont Street
The Strip as it stands is a fairly modern creation, and for a slice of old school Vegas, head for Fremont Street, a short taxi ride away. Here you can see the iconic neon signs of yesteryear, including legendary spots such as the Golden Nugget. It feels more gentle and less cynical, part of a simpler age, even though that age was run by notorious gangsters. There’s no trace of that now, and you can wallow in retro cool without fear of the Mafia.

4) Negotiate the streets
Vegas is not a pedestrian-friendly city, though additionally it’s hardly ever worth taking a cab between venues as The Strip isn’t that big. If your journey doesn’t let you take advantage of the mostly excellent tram system, look to use the over-ground walkways. Many of them cut through hotels, most of which are connected on some level, so you can snake through the crowds with relative ease. Just try to avoid street level, where the masses inch along narrow pavements, and you’re surrounded by touts flicking their business cards, most of which appear to be illustrated with scantily-clad women.

5) Take a trip out of town
Even on a short trip, I felt that taking a break from the noise, lights and omnipresent piped music was essential. The easiest, most adventurous and scenic excursion is probably to a nearby little hole in the ground called the Grand Canyon. Unless you want to spend hours in car, the way to go are the helicopter trips, which, because of the amount of local competition, are more affordable than they might otherwise be. Within a few minutes, you can be sweeping past some of the world’s most dramatic scenery, a genuine wonder, and some of the rides even set down and stop for lunch in the canyon itself. Thoroughly recommended and an experience that will stand out among the indoor pleasures that make up most of a Vegas trip.

6) Grand Canyon
When the neon lights get too much, retreat to the Grand Canyon and some of the world's most breathtaking scenery
Seek out independent experiences
Not everywhere in Vegas is an international corporation’s idea of fun. There are experiences out there that not everyone will have and are worth hunting around for if you don’t want to step onto the usual casino/buffet/show conveyor belt.
Oh, and they’re way cheaper. Fremont Street is actually where you’ll fond most of the independent businesses, and it feels somewhat authentic.

7) Eat like a king
Vegas traditionally had quite a shaky reputation for cuisine, all cheesy diners and low-rent buffets. Now, the culinary scene has swung quite the other way, and huge international names have moved in. Even multi-Michelin star restaurants have set up shop to lure those high rollers in, including Joel Robuchon, who has a branch of Atelier at the MGM Grand. There are incredible dining experiences to be had with slightly less chance of bankruptcy, though.
For a reasonable price, you can have a delicious meal, including such delicacies as Japanese River Crab or prime sashimi.

8) Consider the self-catering option
The above being noted, eating out all the time, or subjecting yourself to the gargantuan queues of the casino buffet system is not good for spiritual, financial or physical health. An alternative is to check into accommodation that lets you make your own meals. You don’t have to sacrifice designer décor, either. I stayed at The Signature at MGM Grand, attached to the hotel of the same name, but offering suite-type rooms with their own fridge and hob – perfect for eating healthily and on a budget. It’s back from The Strip, so there’s a sense of relative serenity, and other than that, it’s a full service hotel, so you don’t feel out on a limb, either.

9) Take a limo
There are times when you do need to hop across town. Limousines of the stretch variety aren’t the most subtle way to do this, but then you’re in Vegas, where even subtlety is letting itself go for the weekend, and running around in a gold lamé jump suit. If you’re in a group of four or so, it’s almost as cheap (rates are negotiable, depending on how quiet the driver is) to commandeer a limo – they’re usually lined up at hotel entrances. Take the driver’s card, and you can be ferried around all night in delightful tackiness for only a tweak more than a boring taxi.

10) Travel Facts
Virgin Atlantic fly from London Gatwick to Las Vegas, with fares starting at around £722 return.

Las Vegas Mandalay Bay Hôtel Resort and Casino

At Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino, excess is the norm. Visitors can listen to some of music’s greatest artists, spot some of the world’s most dangerous predators and body surf some of the city’s largest waves without ever leaving the 60-acre property.

The 10-time AAA Four Diamond Award-winning resort is practically dripping in nightlife, dining, entertainment, recreation and relaxation. The accommodations are modern and up to date, offering wireless internet and iPod docking stations in every room. The adjoining THE hotel complements the already-impressive property, offering a boutique hotel for guests looking for a cosmopolitan atmosphere.

Hip and high-end, Mandalay Bay is a bustling, Polynesian paradise, accented by fountains, sculpture, marble and flora. Surrounding it is dining at its finest, from the proletariat Red Square (you can’t miss the life-sized  Lenin statue, sans head) and futuristic China Grill to the stylish Strip Steak.

Eyecandy Sound Lounge offers an interactive nightlife experience (and don’t forget to bring your iPod), while the Foundation Room and Mix Lounge offer unparalleled views of the Strip from high above Mandalay Bay and THE hotel, respectfully.

Whether you’re a fan of rock, reggae, rap, rockabilly, jazz or blues, the House of Blues has it all. The venue not only books musical legends, but also puts on a soulful Sunday Gospel Brunch, featuring great live music and a traditional Southern food buffet. The events center at Mandalay Bay meanwhile, provides a venue for sporting events and arena-sized musical acts, while the Shark Reef houses 100 species of marine animals, including jellyfish, crocodiles, turtles, stingrays and even a Komodo dragon.

Outside, the tropical landscaping offers an exotic retreat as Mandalay Beach gives you the chance to float down the lazy river, ride waves that can reach six feet high, gamble in a three-story beachfront casino or bathe in the sun (at the private Moorea Beach Club).

You'll think back on this Vegas vacation forever after heading over to Starlight Tattoo, where celebrity tattoo artist Mario Barth may be on hand to ink a permanent reminder on the body part of choice.

And there's still much, much more to see and do, including shopping at Mandalay Place, relaxing at Spa Mandalay or creating the ultimate Vegas cliche by tying the knot at THE wedding chapel.