With the recent addition of Frank Caliendo to the roster of masterful impressionists in Vegas, there’s practically no area these funny people don’t cover: sportscasters, singers (dead and alive), politicians, athletes, cartoon characters, movie actors and even fellow comedians. Here are some noteworthy examples. Frank Caliendo, a former cast member of “MADtv,” became well-known for his [...]
February 18, 2010 | Posted in
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Even though Valentine’s Day and the Big Game are already over, Vegas keeps the excitement going through the month of February. Events Happy Birthday to February babies McFadden’s Irish Pub at the Rio is throwing a big birthday bash on Saturday, Feb. 20. Those with February birthdays, who are 21 years or older, can enjoy [...]
February 18, 2010 | Posted in
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This weekend in Vegas is going to be one of the busiest ever. Not only is it a three-day weekend for President’s Day, but Chinese New Year and Valentine’s Day both fall on Feb. 14. It’s just more of a reason to come to Vegas. Holidays Take a stroll through Lover’s Lane For all of [...]
February 11, 2010 | Posted in
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We often get asked how to do Vegas on the cheap and there’s no better time for that than right now. We usually answer with some variation of the following links, but here, for posterity’s sake (and easier posting on Facebook and Twitter) are links to some of the most money saving pages on all [...]
February 9, 2010 | Posted in
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By Jamie Helmick Few things inspire such ardent passion in some and such indifferent apathy in others as beer. Even the divisions among those two groups are stark. Homer Simpson and your neighbor with the microbrew collection are both intense about their love of beer, but you wouldn’t recommend the same bar to them. Same [...]
February 5, 2010 | Posted in
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It’s the Big Game on Sunday, Feb. 7. You could go to your buddy’s house and veg in front of the TV. But we’ve got a better idea. Why not live it up, Vegas-style? Ditch the chips on the couch and head to Sin City for the best football weekend ever. Football On Feb. 7, [...]
February 4, 2010 | Posted in
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While Super Bowl Sunday and Valentine’s Day aren’t quite here yet, Vegas is still loaded with events that everyone can enjoy. Shows Legends, tribute legends and soon-to-be legends Grammy nominated French alternative rock band Phoenix (with special guests The Soft Pack) perform at the Joint at the Hard Rock on Thursday, Jan. 28. Japanese singing [...]
January 28, 2010 | Posted in
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Mexican food is everywhere these days, and Vegas is no exception. Whether you like enchiladas, tacos or churros, there’s a Mexican bar/restaurant nearby. As for drinks, many places serve the highest grades of tequila such as “reposado” and “añejo.” Among noteworthy recent resaturant openings are Cabo Wabo and Hussong’s Cantina. Cabo Wabo is in the [...]
January 27, 2010 | Posted in
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By Caroline Fontein and Aleza Freeman Getting snake eyes in Vegas has taken on a literal meaning with animal adventurer Donald Schultz’s “Venom in Vegas” event. For 10 days, Schultz is spending all of his time in a 16-foot by 20-foot glass box with some of the deadliest snakes in the world. The stunt started on [...]
January 22, 2010 | Posted in
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Believe it or not, we’re already coming close to the end of January 2010. The holidays are over and Valentine’s Day isn’t quite here yet. So what’s left to do in Vegas? A lot! With the celebration of Chinese New Year, tantalizing brunch specials, headline acts, nightlife and attractions, Vegas keeps it hot during the [...]
January 21, 2010 | Posted in
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