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Beauty On The Strip

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One particular aspect of Las Vegas that I truly enjoy is all of the beautiful architecture. As I noted previously, my husband, Neal, likes to call the hotels of the strip museums because there are so many wonderful things to look at. If you like fine art, architecture, and exploring, wandering the Strip with the decision to just appreciate the structure and beauty of the different hotels and casinos, can be a lot of fun.

It is hard for me to choose one particular casino/hotel that I find the most interesting. I have a very strong appreciation for the Bellagio because this hotel has a gorgeous Dale Chihuly installed in the ceiling of their lobby. Dale is one of my favorite artists because his glass is so beautiful. If you like his work, you can also find one of his galleries located at 3600, South Las Vegas Boulevard. You will see his pieces in some of the other casinos and hotels as well. Aside from the Chihuly; the Bellagio also has their fountains and conservatory which are very much worth viewing.

Another casino and hotel that I love is the Venetian. They have their gondolas, and beautiful building exterior. I love the frescoes on the ceiling. There is so much to look at within and outside the Venetian. It is definitely worth a look.

You cannot go wrong wandering through the Luxor or Paris. Every casino has their own theme and they are designed accordingly. Take pictures, have fun, check everything out. If you like art I would suggest photographs of your favorite views and then creating a tabletop album out of the photos. Your family and friends will love looking at all of the interesting things you saw.

For more information on the casinos in Las Vegas, please visit: https://www.venetian.com/offers.html?&gclid=CPzcnKW-uNMCFca4wAodpnAN7w

http://www.frommers.com/destinations/las-vegas/in-depth/art–architecture

http://www.chihuly.com/

http://www.lasvegas-how-to.com/7-wonders-las-vegas.php

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Las_Vegas_Strip

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Sexy Fun For Every One

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When it comes to Las Vegas shows, I have taken in several. I have seen almost every Cirque; several of them, more than once. I have gone to multiple comedy shows. I have watched and enjoyed Rose. Rabbit. Lie., Absinthe, Zombie Burlesque, The Evil Dead Musical, and more.

Of all the shows I have viewed, my favorite have been the following: The Beatles Love, Cris Angel Mind Freak, Zumanity, and Rose. Rabbit. Lie. The other shows are wonderful; don’t get me wrong, these particular shows just have something extra to pull the crowd in.

The show I want to talk about today is Zumanity. This show is a part of the Cirque Du Soleil family and is very much styled after a cabaret. I have seen it twice. The first time I went was about six years ago and then again this past October. My husband, Neal, has seen this show three times now, because I wanted to see it twice. This last viewing of Zumanity had new acts, but provided just as much provocative, sexy fun, as it did the first time.

If you want to be a part of a sexual dream world, this is where it’s at. You get great music, beautiful costumes, sexy actors and actresses doing exciting things and you feel like you could be asked to join in at any moment. The Mistress of Sensuality does a great job of wandering out into the crowd and asking guests questions about their relationships. Someone always blushes, refuses to answer, or says something completely off the wall.

The feeling is surreal as you watch the actors and actresses methodically move together, or at times, even alone. The music chosen for this show very much helps the audience feel like they are in a sensual play land right along with the stars. By the end of the performance, everyone in the audience is feeling their pent up sexuality and wanting to leave with a playmate of their own.

If you like cabaret and you have a little bit of a freaky side, this particular show would be a great choice for you. However, if you are a bit reserved and uncomfortable with sexuality and innuendos, then you should stay far away from Zumanity; you may learn things about yourself that you never wanted to know. This show is definitely not for children, but then in my opinion, most of the Las Vegas night life and some of the day life, is not for children either.

For more information on Zumanity, or to book your tickets, please visit: https://www.cirquedusoleil.com/zumanity?kbid=2584521&cvosrc=ppc.google.zumanity%20las%20vegas&cvo_crid=190590367083&Matchtype=e\

***Note that the photo included in this post is from the end of the show. No photos are allowed during the performance for the safety of the actors and actresses.

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A Stop At Madame Tussauds

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One fun way to pass some time on the Las Vegas Strip is a visit to Madame Tussauds. The Las Vegas location was the first ever Madame Tussauds to open in the US, though the original Madame Tussauds is over 200 years old. Two new locations will be opening in 2017, one in New Delhi, India, and the other in Nashville, Tennessee.

What I love about the wax museum is that you can wander around and spend as long as you like taking pictures with your favorite stars. You get to see what those stars would actually look like in person, if you were to run into them on the street. It’s always surprising to me how incredibly compact some of these people are, considering they have such a huge presence on the big screen.

This particular location may not be the largest Madame Tussauds, but it still has its perks. Some of my favorite people to see were Lucille Ball and Elvis Presley. I just had to have a photograph in Elvis’s car. Who wouldn’t want a picture with the King?

One fun aspect of this particular location is their 4D theater experience. You can choose to go in and watch a short Avengers film. You will feel as if you are right there battling to save civilization alongside your favorite superheroes. I enjoyed the show but I do not like it when my chair pokes me, so I sat forward the whole time in order to avoid any random jabs during battle.

Overall this experience was fun, but it still doesn’t replace the High Roller in my book of favorite activities on the Las Vegas Strip. I would rank it as a six for things to do. I think I expected the museum to be a little bigger than it was. I did greatly enjoy getting to see some of my favorite actors though.

If you would like a little more history on Madame Tussauds, or to book tickets, please visit the following site: https://www.madametussauds.com/

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A Visit To The Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens

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Las Vegas is a favorite vacationing spot for my husband and me, both. We love Vegas because we have family there, but we also love all of the wonderful things you can do in the area. My husband likes to tell people that each casino is like its own museum. There is more to a Las Vegas hotel than just the rooms and casino.

As I stated yesterday, the Bellagio has a great Fountain show, but that is not all the this impressive hotel and casino offers. If you venture inside this beautiful hotel and casino, you will also find out that it is the home of “O,” by Cirque Du Soleil as well as several great lounges and restaurants. The Bellagio also has a fine art gallery and a Conservatory & Botanical Garden.

I make a point of checking out the Conservatory & Botanical Garden on a regular basis. This garden is a must see for anyone who loves art and/or flowers. You will be transported to a magical land of fragrant fantastical beauty. The Conservatory’s theme is changed every season, including Chinese New Year. Bring your camera because you will definitely want pictures of this. During my last visit a bride and groom were being photographed on a bridge right in the middle of everything; the theme at the time was Chinese New Year.

This garden has lots of water and fountains incorporated into it. Most often you can find giant Coy swimming freely in the ponds. One of my personal favorite items in the Conservatory is the living painting that they make for each season. This painting is made completely of flowers and it’s always beautiful and impressive.

For more information on the Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens, please visit: https://www.bellagio.com/en/entertainment/conservatory-botanical-garden.html

 

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Check Out The Bellagio Fountains

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When visiting Las Vegas, there are so many beautiful things to see. A person could spend weeks in Vegas and never run out of new things to see and do, providing they look further than just gambling in the casinos. Something I could never get enough of, (you guessed, it has to do with water) is the Fountain show at the Bellagio.

You need to see this show up close, and many times, because it changes frequently. The Fountains are synchronized with lights and music that will draw you in and make it hard for you to walk away. If you stand on the bridges or walkways surrounding the show, you will even get to feel the spray of the water as the Fountains move with the song.

The show has different running times, dependent on the day of the week. Daytime hours have it running every thirty minutes. At night the show runs every fifteen minutes until midnight. It’s worthwhile to see during day or night. You can get great pictures no matter when you watch. The Fountains are set to music by artists such as: Katie Perry, Michael Jackson, and Frank Sinatra, for a decent mix of old and new.

I highly recommend, if it is at all in your capability, to get a room with a view of the Fountains. As I have noted in a previous article, certain rooms at Bally’s allow you to sit in the window and just watch the water Fountains go off all night long. There are plenty of other hotels on the strip that will allow for similar views, so book yours today, for a fun romantic evening.

To check times, or get more information on the Bellagio’s Fountains, please visit: https://www.bellagio.com/en/entertainment/fountains-of-bellagio.html?icid=GMB_Entertainment_Fountains

 

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A View From The Eiffel Tower In Las Vegas

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The Eiffel Tower has long been a favorite destination for overseas travelers to Paris. If you happen to be vacationing in Las Vegas, you may very well be staying at Paris, in which case, I would highly suggest checking out the Las Vegas version of the Eiffel Tower. This is yet another destination that provides great views of the Strip.

The Las Vegas Eiffel Tower is only half the size of the real Eiffel Tower, but it’s still quite impressive. Atop the 46 story high building, you will be able to see for miles. This is a great destination for creating memories as well as taking in the night lights of the Strip.

To get tickets you must go to the Eiffel Tower Box Office and most likely wait in line to make your purchase. You may buy tickets ahead if you purchase them online. You might even be able to find a Groupon or Living Social for a discounted price.

My husband and I went to the Eiffel Tower this past October. The line to redeem our voucher for tickets went fairly fast. We got in line for the elevator ride to the top, and suddenly, despite the line being fairly short, things slowed quite a bit. We waited about a half an hour. Only so many people can fit in the glass elevators, so the process was a little slow.

Once we made it to the top, we were glad we had bought the tickets. We went in the evening and it was dark outside. We were able to get great photos of the Strip, as well as the High Roller, which is one of my other favorite Las Vegas attractions.

After we’d had our fill of the cool night air, we were able to easily depart via glass elevator. The ride back down was almost instantaneous. I don’t know if I would spend thirty minutes waiting in line to do this a second time, but it was well worth the experience to go at least once.

For more information, or to book tickets for the Eiffel Tower Experience, please visit: https://www.caesars.com/paris-las-vegas/things-to-do/eiffel-tower#.WOVo52e1thE

 

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Romantic Nights at Bally’s

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In an earlier post, you may have noticed, that I mentioned having a favorite section of rooms at Bally’s, which I loved to stay in because of the amazing view. From those rooms you can see the Bellagio water fountain show, the Eiffel tower, and the Paris pool. The view is exceptional and makes for a nice evening in with my man. You could experience this too if you ask for a room with this particular view, it costs a little extra to upgrade, but it’s worth it.

This is not the only magical room at Bally’s. Two years back, Neal and I decided to get married in Las Vegas. We were checking into Bally’s that night after the ceremony. Upon arrival we told the host about our day and our plans. She was very thoughtful and kind to us and she told the woman checking us in to upgrade us to a suite.

It’s these amazing gestures that make for a memorable trip. That room is still on my mind when I look back on that magical day. That particular host’s gesture is why I will keep coming back to Bally’s, and I will enjoy every moment of it.

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The High Roller

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While visiting Las Vegas, I highly recommend a ride on the High Roller, which is located at the LINQ. The High Roller is by far one of my favorite attractions in Las Vegas. You can see for miles and the view is great during the day or at night, as well as in the rain, (providing it is not thundering and lightening, the wheel only stops for bad storms, to load bars, to help the handy-capped, or due to an emergency).

This famous Ferris wheel is 550 feet tall and it takes thirty minutes to travel around one time. It is currently the largest wheel in the world. On your thirty minute ride you can choose to purchase a happy hour pass which allows you as many cocktails as you can responsibly drink, in a thirty minute timespan.  It is well worth the price for such an experience.

A regular price ticket can be purchased, only minutes before riding, directly at the site of the High Roller. You may also purchase tickets ahead of time online. If you are on a tighter budget due to a little gambling, amazing deals for this particular perk can be found on Groupon, Travelzoo, and some of the other discount sites. I recently purchased a ticket for $30 for the day-time happy hour ride.

Other High Roller options include the chance to do chocolate tastings every Thursday from 5pm-8:30pm. If chocolate isn’t your thing, you could try a little yoga. Yoga sessions are 60 minutes and must be booked ahead of time.

The High Roller is great for couples, families, and of course all of your bachelor and bachelorette parties. Even if you do have a little fear of heights, don’t let that deter you. The cars are very spacious and secure. Be a little daring and have some fun, you won’t regret the beautiful views.

For more information on the High Roller: https://www.caesars.com/linq/high-roller