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OPENING ACT

Puppet master Jeff Dunham talks to dummies.

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ON THE STRIP

Elevated experiences; new nightlife; seven secrets of The Cromwell.

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SENSES

Defy aging with a HydraFacial® at Qua Baths & Spa.

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INSIDER

The reel deal. Sin City’s movie magic.

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VANTAGE POINT

A peek inside the new LINQ Hotel & Casino.

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IN THE KNOW

Strip tease. A showgirl’s guide to Las Vegas.

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TASTE

Buckling down at the city’s best brunches.

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SPLURGE

Ready for romance. Date night essentials.

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Quirky Cromwell. The suite side of being boutique.

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FASHION FORWARD/ LAVISH ADORNMENTS Happily ever after. A love affair with fashion.

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CELEBRITY PORTRAIT

Rod Stewart continues to rock The Colosseum.

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COCKTAIL CULTURE

Mixology 101. Cool spots for creative cocktails.

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SCORE

Game on! Sports bars with a winning attitude.

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SCENE & HEARD

Starcatcher: celebrity sightings in Las Vegas.

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AROUND TOWN Dining and entertainment guide.

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SHOPPING DIRECTORY Guide to the best shopping locations.

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WILD CARD

A step above.

The Osmonds celebrate five decades of music.

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C O N T R I BU T O R S

THE WHO , WH AT AN D WH Y

Grace Bascos

Mark Gray

Robert John Kley

“Out of the Frying Pan” and “Start Me Up!”

“Breaking His Silence”

“Do Not Rouse”

Grace Bascos dines for a living.

So when Guy Fieri introduced a new breakfast menu, we naturally asked Grace for her favorite dish.

“The carne asada chilaquiles: tortillas fried in ranchero sauce, topped with cheese, carne asada and eggs; it’s basically breakfast nachos.” She also interviewed Hell’s Kitchen winner Scott Commings and thinks she could handle the heat in Gordon Ramsay’s TV kitchen. Her strategy: “Just keep your head down and cook fast.”

Freelance writer Mark Gray remembers hearing Rod Stewart’s voice “coming through my dad’s car radio as a kid. He was definitely a part of my childhood.” This was the second time Mark interviewed Stewart this year; the first was for People magazine.

“I walked onto the plane and there he was, wearing bright pink pants,” Mark recalls. “He kept calling me ‘mate.’ For that moment, I was Rod Stewart’s ‘mate.’ I think I’ll put that on my tombstone.”

The setting: The Cromwell; the script: a love story. That was what we told fashion photographer Robert John Kley when we unleashed him on the suites of the boutique hotel. He brought the concept to life for this issue’s fashion and jewelry pictorial. “The Cromwell has a classy elegance,” he says. “The inspiration for the shoot was to live in the moment. It’s about a weekend romance when the sparks fly. Whatever happens in Vegas stays in Vegas, right?”

Christie Moeller

Jerry Metellus

Sabin Orr

“Date Night” and “Do Not Rouse”

“Date Night”

“Let’s Do Brunch”

We challenged stylist Christie Moeller to find the city’s romantic side. For “Date Night,” she sought out The Forum Shops at Caesars, and then when the tale got intimate, her eye turned to The Cromwell for its “quiet, sophisticated sexiness.” For Christie, it was the ideal spot. “We just knew we had to shoot a love story there!”

Christie’s must-haves for a romantic evening on the road? “A bubble bath, champagne and music.”

Photographer Jerry Metellus was tasked with telling the story of a first date. “We shot in The Forum Shops for the unique backgrounds and overall experience,” he explains.

“You can come to prep and beautify yourself, navigate the mall and then end up in one of the many fine eateries at the end of a successful shopping day. It’s the perfect date.”

For Jerry, that means stops at John Varvatos and H&M, then dinner at either Spago or Joe’s Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab.

“Breakfast has always been my favorite meal. It’s awesome anytime of the day,” says photographer Sabin Orr. So when we set out to photograph some of the Strip’s best brunch plates, he was excited to capture all the food glory on film.

“Brunch, to me, glorifies breakfast by adding some savory lunch items to choose from,” Sabin says, adding, “If there was such a thing as ‘Brinner,’ I’d be all about that too!”

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OPE N I N G AC T

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WORLD-FAMOUS PUPPET MASTER

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Jeff Dunham was eight years old when he saw a Mortimer Snerd dummy on a toy-store shelf. He pointed it out and his parents bought it for him. Then he checked out a library book on ventriloquism. Weeks later, he (and Mortimer) gave a book report on Hansel and Gretel, during which he “spent the majority of the time picking on classmates,” he recalls. “The motivation to continue was simply—I’d gotten laughs and successfully entertained my classmates.”

Tell us about your new Planet Hollywood show. It’s not your mother’s puppet show. I’ve taken an old art form and put a new face on it. It’s stand-up comedy, but the comedic vehicle is ventriloquism with well-defined and relatable characters, wrought with conflict and tension.

Is there a meaning behind the show title, “Not Playing with a Full Deck?” Most of the titles we come up with give a nod to the fact that what I do for a living isn’t exactly normal. For decades, Hollywood has portrayed the ventriloquist as being a bit odd at best, and understandably so. I’m tipping between nuts and not nuts: It’s what you’d expect from a guy who’s spent 10,000 hours perfecting his craft by carrying on in-depth conversations with himself.

Your characters are very opinionated. How do you give them a personality and voice? I never use my act to express my own feelings, or to push a political agenda or moral beliefs.

Like a playwright, I’ve tried to create characters who are believable and real. So whatever these characters say, I’m doing my best to make sure they stay true to who they are.

Talk about Walter—the grumpy old man. Walter is a curmudgeon who tends to lean right politically. He’s outspoken.

Like a lot of old people, he speaks his mind and doesn’t care what anyone thinks about him. It makes for great comedy to let him say what he wants and argue the opposite side.

What was the inspiration for Bubba J? Mortimer Snerd. It’s difficult to name a popular group of characters that doesn’t have a goofy member in the troupe. There’s just something charming about being innocently stupid and not caring.

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“Peanut is a bit off-kilter, incredibly wacky, and pays little attention to politics.”

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LOVE (AND FUN) ARE IN THE AIR

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High Roller Chateau Nightclub & Gardens PARIS LAS VEGAS C R O W D : Party People CO O L Q U OT I E N T: Dance under the stars. Enjoy a VIP cabana and bass-pumping beats beneath the Eiffel Tower on the club’s tree-lined terrace.

THE LINQ PROMENADE C R O W D : Social Media Mavens CO O L Q U OT I E N T: Selfie central. From start to finish, riders have 30 minutes to snap and post pictures while enjoying dramatic daytime valley views or the city’s neon nights.

VooDoo Zip Line RIO ALL-SUITE HOTEL & CASINO C R O W D : Adrenaline Junkies CO O L Q U OT I E N T: Taking flight. This thrill ride zips a pair of riders between the Rio’s Masquerade and Ipanema Towers at 33 mph. Riders then return to the starting point, hearts pounding, in a rapid backward motion.

Drai’s Beach Club • Nightclub THE CROMWELL C R O W D : Trendsetters CO O L Q U OT I E N T: The only rooftop pool complex right in the heart of the Strip. This nightclub on steroids provides a multisensory experience. Expect pulsing music, glowing LED lights, lasers and, quite possibly, fireworks.

Eiffel Tower Restaurant/Experience PARIS LAS VEGAS

Did You Know?

Originally, the Eiffel Tower at Paris Las Vegas was intended as a full-size replica of the original in Paris, France.

The structure, however, exceeded building height limitations on the Strip and was downsized at the request of officials from McCarran International Airport.

C R O W D : Romantics

ON HER: Velma dress ($825); L.K.Bennett/ The Forum Shops at Caesars.

ON HIM: T-shirt ($105), vest ($225) and jacket ($675); Theory/Neiman Marcus, Fashion Show. Skull rivet jean ($298); John Varvatos/ The Forum Shops at Caesars.

VooDoo Rooftop Nightclub RIO ALL-SUITE HOTEL & CASINO

CO O L Q U OT I E N T: Fabulous French fare from Chef Jean Joho and views of the Bellagio fountain: no wonder this restaurant is a top venue for hundreds of proposals.

Or ascend even higher and gaze out from the 46th-floor observation deck.

C R O W D : Wannabe Witch Doctors and Priestesses

A unique architectural aspect of Paris Las Vegas is that the back legs of its Eiffel Tower actually descend through the ceiling into the casino floor.

CO O L Q U OT I E N T: An alternative, spellbinding view of the iconic Las Vegas skyline—from 51 stories up. Lift your spirit with a Witch Doctor, a fruity rum cocktail served in a goblet with dry ice.

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NEWS & N O TES

1. Go Underground The party doesn’t stop. Drai’s After Hours, a seductive red room in the basement, rocks well into the morning—10 a.m. to be exact.

2. Stock Market Every suite contains a full-size refrigerator and wet bar.

Guests can request specific items to pre-stock their room before arrival.

Seven Secrets of a Boutique Hotel CROMWELL PERKS REVEALED With 188 rooms—including 19 suites—The Cromwell offers intimacy, attentive ser vice and surprising experiences around ever y corner. Did you know the resor t’s casino lounge, Interlude, has a secret cocktail menu? Here, we share a few others.

3. Word Play Learn French walking to your room. Hallway carpets are adorned with English-French phrases.

4. Champagne Salute Start your stay with a complimentary toast. Moët & Chandon champagne is served to guests at Bound from 5 p.m.–6 p.m. every Friday and Saturday.

5. Tea Party Tea, coffee and pastries are available free by the elevator on every floor.

6. Pinball Wizard Every room has checkers or backgammon, but some suites are equipped with pool tables or pinball machines (one, ironically named, the High Roller).

7. Giada’s Special Menu Vegan, gluten- or dairy-free? Servers can guide diners through special menu options—from pomodoro sauce (without dairy) to eggless or wheat pasta and vegan desserts.

Paris Las Vegas Celebrates Its 15th Anniversary F É L I C I TAT I O N S

Built during the Strip’s theme days, Paris Las Vegas replicates many of its sister city’s famous French landmarks. It includes a half-scale, 541-foot-tall replica of the Eiffel Tower, a marquee in the shape of the Montgolfier balloon, a two-thirds size Arc de Triomphe, a replica of La Fontaine des Mers and a hotel façade crafted to resemble the Paris Opera House and The Louvre.

April 18, 1997

Construction starts on the Paris Las Vegas resort.

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September 1, 1999

The resort opens. French actress Catherine Deneuve flips on the lights and fireworks explode above the Eiffel Tower.

January 31, 2007

The Producers premieres with David Hasselhoff starring as Max Bialystock. Tony Danza later takes over the role.

September 21, 2007

The resort exterior appears in Resident Evil: Extinction, buried in a mountain of sand.

The star-studded world premiere was held at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino.

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Eggplant Stack at Martorano’s

New Eats at Paris Las Vegas

Winter Wonderland C A E S A R S F R E E Z E S T H E F O U N TA I N Caesars Chalet returns to the Strip. The skating rink, featuring real ice (no synthetic surface here), will cover the iconic center fountain of Caesars Palace from Black Friday into January. Chalet-like structures will house the skate rental and food and beverage outlets.

March 6, 2010

Barry Manilow opens and headlines at the resort until Dec. 11, 2011.

March 6, 2012

Jersey Boys takes the stage in Le Theatre Des Arts.

May 13, 2012

I TA L I A N & A S I A N D I N I N G O P T I O N S Steve Martorano is back for seconds. The South Philly chef has opened Martorano’s (part deux) at Paris Las Vegas. But this time, he’s making lunch too. So now, between mob films and Frank Sinatra songs, diners can dig into those same home-style Italian dishes from early afternoon until well into the evening, when the vibe kicks up a notch with music handpicked by the chef himself—who is also known for his deejay skills.

Across the cobblestones is a new noodle and dumpling house.

Inspired by the lively dining district in Taipei, Yong Kang Street is a casual restaurant featuring a diverse mix of Chinese, Japanese and traditional Taiwanese cuisine, including beef noodle soup, dumplings, snacks like cong zhua bing (a scallion pancake) and shaved ice desserts.

The kitchen opens at Gordon Ramsay Steak.

September 5, 2013

The Eiffel Tower Experience welcomes its 10 millionth guest.

A L L P H O T O S C O U R T E S Y O F C A E S A R S E N T E R T A I N M E N T C O R P. E X C E P T W H E R E N O T E D . P H O T O O F C A E S A R S C H A L E T C O U R T E S Y O F E R I K K A B I K / C A E S A R S E N T E R T A I N M E N T. P H O T O B Y ( L I P S / S E C R E T ) V G S T U D I O / S H U T T E R S T O C K . C O M ; ( J E R S E Y B O Y S ) J O A N M A R C U S / C A E S A R S E N T E R T A I N M E N T; ( R E S I D E N T E V I L P O S T E R ) ©2007 SCREEN GEMS; (CHAMPAGNE) TIMMARY/SHUTTERSTOCK.COM.

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Cheers to our love affair with Paris Las Vegas!

The past 15 years have been remarkable. May every day be a celebration.

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Big, Big Bang D R A I ’ S F I R E W O R K D I S P L AY S LIGHT UP THE NIGHT Money to burn? Then set the night on fire. Drai’s Beach Club • Nightclub at The Cromwell offers Fire in the Sky packages, and big spenders are reaching for the detonator to launch their own rooftop firework displays. Packages start at $20,000 for the 30-second Rocket Man display, which arrives with 20 bottles of Dom Pérignon Brut Luminous, and run up to the two-minute-long Big Bang bundle for $100,000. Go big, and you’ll be popping 100 bottles of Dom.

SHINE BRIGHT

Give your night a little extra sparkle. Each bottle of Dom Pérignon Brut Luminous contains a flashy green, light-up LED label: an attention grabber for sure. But it’s really what’s inside that counts.

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STARWOOD RESORTS After accumulating your points, it’s all about how you use them. Since announcing their partnership in early 2013, Caesars Entertainment and Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide have linked their loyalty programs, allowing guests to earn and redeem both Total Rewards Credits and Starpoints for stays, dining and entertainment at participating hotels and resorts across both networks.

OMNIA NIGHTCLUB COMING SOON A new nightclub experience is on the horizon.

Hakkasan Group has announced that Omnia is scheduled to open in spring 2015. The club will occupy the former space of PURE Nightclub at Caesars Palace. The 75,000-square-foot, multilevel venue will encompass a seductive ultra-lounge, a high-energy main room with mezzanine and a breathtaking rooftop garden. OmniaNightclub.com

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Omnia Nightclub at Caesars Palace

BOTTOMLESS BUBBLES F I Z Z C E L E B R AT E S W I T H M U S I C , AND CHAMPAGNE SESSIONS Chic champagne bar FIZZ Las Vegas now has acoustic music every Thursday from 8–11 p.m. In addition, FIZZ offers two-hour bottomless champagne sessions twice a night, from 5–7 p.m. and again from 7–9 p.m. The cost is $36 per person. FIZZ, operated by David Furnish and his partner, Elton John, features stunning contemporary photographs from the couple’s personal collection. Fizzlv.com FIZZ at Caesars Palace 24

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THE D IS H

Out of the Frying Pan H E L L’ S K I T C H E N W I N N E R SCOTT COMMINGS PREPARES FOR VEGAS

BY GRACE BASCOS

What happens to chefs who survive an entire season of Gordon Ramsay on Hell’s Kitchen? They get to work for the man himself. Season 12 winner, Chef Scott Commings, begins his tour as head chef at Gordon Ramsay Pub & Grill in Caesars Palace after sweating it out for 20 episodes under the watchful eye of the demanding TV chef. Now the competition aspect of the reality show gives way to actual reality. “It’s really incredible,” says Commings. “I’m honored to be able to walk in and work in this type of environment and learn.”

START ME UP!

GUY FIERI LAUNCHES BREAKFAST

BY GRACE BASCOS With dishes such as Chicken Fried Bacon Biscuits & Gravy and Dragon’s Breath Chili Cornbread Benedict, Guy Fieri’s Vegas Kitchen & Bar’s recently rolled-out breakfast menu at The LINQ Hotel & Casino is worthy of the Mayor of Flavortown himself. Wash it all down with a build-your-own Hangover Recovery Bloody Mary, which you can get in a pint glass like a mere mortal. But this is Fieri’s joint, so you know only a 52-ounce punch bowl will suffice.

H A R R A H ’ S F U LT O N STREET FOOD HALL With an emphasis on freshness, this 24-hour chef-driven eatery at Harrah’s Las Vegas offers a variety of dining options, including bakery-fresh pastries, homemade soups, artisanal sandwiches, sushi, Pan-Asian noodles and New York-style pizza.

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Once settled in, he’ll hit the ground running by first familiarizing himself with the menu of Ramsay’s signature English pub fare. And his own cooking philosophy will fit in nicely at his new gig. “One thing I take pride in,” he explains, “is using great ingredients and just making things tasty. They do that here, day in and day out.”

Pig Newton

NOW OPEN The Strip’s only infusion bar, 3535, is mixing up some of the city’s most unique cocktails.

Located in The LINQ Hotel & Casino, the bar features 35 custom drinks such as the Pig Newton, made with fig-infused Jack Daniel’s Honey and ancho-chile Maker’s Mark rimmed with bacon salt, and an oh-so-sweet Mint Oreo Martini.

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THE FINEST COLLECTION OF CELEBRITY CHEFS IN VEGAS We have more culinary star-power under one roof than anyone in Vegas.

It started with Wolfgang, and now Caesars Palace is home to the most decorated collection of chefs in the city.

RAO’S • NOBU • RESTAURANT GUY SAVOY • PAYARD SPAGO • GORDON RAMSAY PUB & GRILL • MESA GRILL • OLD HOMESTEAD STEAKHOUSE CaesarsPalace.com

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ON T HE S T R I P

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Wary that a stranger won’t capture the perfect Traveling at the speed of

Wheel in Motion HIGH ROLLER HITS ITS PEAK

Everything is bigger in Las Vegas. The High Roller at The LINQ Promenade is no exception.

1 FOOT per second, riders leisurely take in 360-DEGREE views of Las Vegas during their 30-MINUTE trip

proposal picture, or get the angle just right on your bachelorette-party photo? Then gather your own group of friends (up to 40 total), and reserve a private cabin for a more personal spin— complete with a bartender if you so choose.

To book a party, event or even a wedding, visit TheLINQ.com @HighRollerVegas.

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S K IN HEALTH

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The HydraFacial® is a favorite of celebrities, such as Kate Winslet and Beyoncé, as well as brides seeking glowing, radiant wedding-day skin.

As we age, our skin changes. We lose moisture, elasticity decreases, and our cell turnover (natural exfoliation) slows down. This leads to dull skin, which not only looks and feels dry, but causes wrinkles to appear.

How your skin naturally ages depends on a variety of factors: lifestyle, diet, heredity and other personal habits. One of the best treatments available today to combat dryness and lackluster skin is a HydraFacial®.

Its techniques against aging are multifaceted and noticeably effective.

Kristin Carpenter, the spa director at Qua Baths & Spa in Caesars Palace, explains, “ The HydraFacial® is a soothing treatment that works in conjunction with advanced medical technologies. It infuses antioxidants, deep exfoliation, a collagen mask, microdermabrasion and LED light therapy—all in one treatment.”

THE HYDRAFACIAL® IS A RESULTS-DRIVEN TREATMENT THAT INSTANTLY LEAVES YOUR SKIN LOOKING RADIANT AND REFINED.

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With a deep exfoliation, the infusion of antioxidants is maximized (say good riddance to free radicals); the use of light therapy increases circulation and healing.

The treatment is so effective that it has been shown to stimulate fibroblasts— the cells that produce collagen. “ The HydraFacial® is truly a results-driven treatment,” Carpenter concludes. “As with all facials, it’s best done in a series. But even after just one treatment, you will see a visual difference.”

BY MELISSA BROUGHTON PHOTOGRAPHS BY JERRY METELLUS TO SCHEDULE A HYDRAFACIAL,® CONTACT QUA BATHS & SPA AT (866) 782-0655

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T H E R E E L 电影世界

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Comedians Steve Carell and Steve Buscemi played magicians in The Incredible Burt Wonderstone. The movie filmed scenes outside Bally’s Las Vegas and re-created a Caesars Palace suite (above) on a Los Angeles sound stage.

LOOK FAMILIAR? THESE SUITES PLAYED A STARRING ROLE IN SOME OF YOUR FAVORITE MOVIES. 看上去眼熟？这些套房曾作为重要场景在一些你最喜欢的电影中出现过

Barbra Streisand teamed with Seth Rogen in the mother-son cross-country adventure comedy, The Guilt Trip. The duo filmed in the Caesars Palace lobby and in a replica of a resort guest room (above).

The Guilt Trip is available for digital download.

Movie producers have been drawn to Las Vegas for decades.

What Happens in Vegas, with Ashton Kutcher and Cameron Diaz, was filmed in a Jonathan Adler-designed Mega Suite at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino. Portions of Rain Man were shot in the palatial two-story Emperors Suite at Caesars Palace—the inspiration for the swank digs in The Hangover. But when the Wolfpack returned for The Hangover Part III, they filmed in the plush Constantine Villa at Caesars Palace, which also appeared in Think Like a Man Too. The 1988 hit Rain Man saw actors Dustin Hoffman and Tom Cruise dancing in the window of the Emperors Suite, riding resort escalators and playing cards in the casino at Caesars Palace.

几十年来，电影 制片人对拉斯维 加斯趋之若鹜。 好莱坞星球赌场 度假村由乔纳森 ·阿德勒设计的 Mega套房曾拍摄 过阿什顿·库彻 和卡梅隆·迪亚茨 出演的《情迷拉 斯维加斯》。 《雨人》的部分场 景摄于凯撒宫酒 店富丽堂皇的两 层楼Emperors套 房。该酒店也是 《宿醉》主人公 华丽大冒险的取 景地。 不过， 当“宿醉党们” 回归《宿醉3》 时，他们选在 了凯撒宫酒店豪 华的君士坦丁堡 别墅拍摄。该别 墅也在《像男人 一样思考》中出 现过。

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A QUICK LOOK AT THE LINQ HOTEL & CASINO’S

VIEW FINDER

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Most rooms offer incredible views of either the Las Vegas Strip or the High Roller.

Ballpoint pens are constructed from recycled paper.

SLEEP TIGHT

The LINQ Hotel & Casino has set its sights on becoming the social hub of Las Vegas. The resort’s reinvention centers around its 2,256 refreshed rooms, a signature lobby bar, and direct access to The LINQ Promenade and High Roller observation wheel.

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Each room features a Simmons Beautyrest® Felicity Pillow Top Mattress.

Larger pillows and high-thread-count sheets offer more comfort.

GAME PLAY All rooms and suites have a board-game menu offering Connect Four, Yahtzee, Jenga, Twister, Catch Phrase and Cards Against Humanity.

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NEON LIGHTS

SITTIN’ PRETTY

SHUT-EYE Platform beds keep contemporary spaces looking sleek and streamlined.

Modern and chic signature seats provide lounge-like nooks.

UP THE ANTE Gilchrist & Soames soaps and shampoos are offered in shower dispensers to reduce waste.

RADIANT ROOMS AND AMENITIES

VINTAGE VEGAS

Colorful wall coverings resembling classic marquees and rustic signage evoke an “Old Vegas” feel.

FLOWERS Order flowers as a special gift or to brighten up your day.

“The resort provides guests with a highly social and connected environment, with all the great restaurants, shops and experiences available at The LINQ Promenade right at their fingertips.”

—Tariq Shaukat, Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer, Caesars Entertainment

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GUIDE TO LAS VEGAS JUBILEE DANCER JULIE TABER SHARES HER HOT LIST

Best part of being a Las Vegas showgirl is… getting to wear the gorgeous Bob Mackie and Pete Menefee costumes, but also being a part of history. The showgirl is a Las Vegas icon.

My favorite lunch spot is… Mon Ami Gabi at Paris Las Vegas.

It’s so lovely to sit outside on a nice sunny day and enjoy the atmosphere of the Strip all around you.

The question I get asked most is… does every girl need to be the same height and weight. The answer is no, thank goodness! The showgirl is about celebrating the female form and womanly curves.

My guilty food pleasure is… hands down, dessert at Serendipity 3!

Wearing one of the 35-pound headdresses feels like… you are carrying a small child on your head. But please, don’t try this at home.

I take family or friends visiting for the first time… to the world-famous Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas sign!

Most Vegas visitors don’t realize… that just 45 minutes off the Strip we have amazing mountains for hiking and biking.

Red Rock Canyon and Mount Charleston are that close.

My favorite Las Vegas performer is… Céline Dion. It just doesn’t get much better than her. She’s an outstanding singer and passionate performer.

The top small production show is… Penn and Teller.

They are very entertaining in a non-traditional way.

The best place to take a selfie is… in front of the Eiffel Tower at Paris Las Vegas, which is stunningly lit up at night. It’s also hilarious to confuse your friends by telling them you are going to Vegas, then post a pic of yourself at the Eiffel Tower.

FOR TICKETS, VISIT THE BALLY’S BOX OFFICE OR CALL (702) 777-2782

Jubilee made its debut in 1981.

It’s the longest-running show and the last remaining authentic showgirl production in Las Vegas.

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For chef interviews, cooking demonstrations and more information on these restaurants, tune in to Vegas Player Television.

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Although not technically brunch, the King of Buffets is not to be missed. Dozens of chefs work nine live cooking stations to create dishes such as juicy fried chicken with waffles and fresh berries, roasted South Carolina shrimp and grits, and baked-to-order soufflés.

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Originally coined in Britain during the late-19th century to describe a Sunday meal for “Saturday-night carousers,” brunches today are leisurely midday meals featuring either large spreads of breakfast and lunch offerings or a special menu of lighter snacks—both usually accompanied by glasses of champagne, bubbly mimosas or Bloody Marys.

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Bobby Flay’s Mesa Grill brunch menu brings on the heat. Spicy scrambled eggs with green onion, jalapeño and mustard-glazed ham really pack a punch, while other zesty Southwestern flavors include a spicy chicken and sweet-potato hash or scrambled-egg chilaquiles with a roasted-tomatillo sauce. VEGAS PLAYER M A G A Z I NE

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Giada THE CROMWELL Giada De Laurentiis won’t unveil her weekend brunch menu until early 2015, but she’s already rolled out a delightful breakfast. Served from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., to overlap with lunch, it offers diners a choice of fresh-pressed juices, Lavazza coffee and eight breakfast items, including a salmon-cake Benedict, two polenta waffle dishes (one sweet and one savory) and an Italian hash.

Sterling Brunch B A L LY ’ S L A S V E G A S

As the name suggests, this indulgent brunch is the grand standard. Here at Sterling Brunch, diners feast on American sturgeon caviar, lobster tails, lamb chops, prime rib, sushi and fresh-shucked oysters while enjoying endless pours of Perrier-Jouët champagne.

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A Strip brunch staple, Mon Ami Gabi’s menu boasts classic French breakfast dishes such as quiche Lorraine, eggs Benedict, corned-beef hash and French toast served with fresh fruit and whipped cream. For the early starters, there is even a build-your-own Bloody Mary bar.

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first impressions that last Calm first-date jitters.

Follow these simple steps to romance.

gettin’ ready Start the night like a celeb would with a VIP makeover at NARS. ON HER: Embroidered Masie skirt ($3,500), Chelsea blouse ($995), Willow pump ($590) and bow clutch wallet ($850); Mulberry/The Forum Shops at Caesars.

NARS COSMETICS T H E F O R U M S H O P S AT C A E S A R S (702) 749-1525

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AND MADISON GHIEHS MODELS: OLSEA AND JAMES, BEST AGENCY

waitin’ on a girl Shake those nerves while you wait with a custom cocktail from the mixologists at Carmine’s.

ON HIM: Suede jacket ($2,698), slim-fit shirt ($250), pant ($398), multi-buckle boot ($1,198) and Ernst Benz ChronoLunar Chronoscope timepiece ($6,925); John Varvatos/The Forum Shops at Caesars.

CARMINE’S T H E F O R U M S H O P S AT C A E S A R S (702) 473-9700

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Capture the moment with a romantic snapshot in front of the Trevi Fountain. And don’t forget to make a wish!

better together T R E V I F O U N TA I N T H E F O R U M S H O P S AT C A E S A R S

ON HER:

Frances CDC top ($328), pleated pant with suspenders ($358), heart crossbody bag ($428), Bow Tie Mash Up necklace ($198) and Double Dip enamel bracelet ($48 each); Marc by Marc Jacobs/The Forum Shops at Caesars.

ON HIM:

Grainyo grosgrain cotton polo ($110), Clegan slim-fit chino ($165), Lastie elastic color belt ($54), Staz star-printed sock ($15) and Juppita suede contrast sole brogue ($220); Ted Baker London/The Forum Shops at Caesars. Hublot limited-edition Las Vegas High Roller timepiece ($27,500); Hublot/The Forum Shops at Caesars.

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Three Date Night Must-Haves Whether it’s a first date with a new crush or your weekly night out on the town with your longtime love, these items will make your date night unforgettable.

keep smiling Your smile is your greatest asset. Keep it white and fresh while on the go with the Glo Science Everyday GLO Teeth Maintenance Pen ($25). The antioxidant and vitamin formula freshens breath, promotes healthy gums and will erase stains left from coffee, tea or red wine. Sephora/The Forum Shops at Caesars.

be on time It’s okay for her to be fashionably late, but a gentleman should always be stylishly prompt. Keep time with Hublot’s limited-edition Las Vegas High Roller timepiece ($27,500); Hublot/The Forum Shops at Caesars.

read my lips Tempt him by framing your gorgeous lips in the sultriest of shades. Impress with Burning Love lip gloss ($26); NARS Cosmetics/ The Forum Shops at Caesars.

shopper’s paradise First opened in 1992, The Forum Shops at Caesars ushered in luxury to Las Vegas. Today, the mall has more than 150 retailers and gourmet restaurants.

N E W S T O R E S : A L L S A I N T S , M U L B E R R Y A N D N A R S CO S M E T I C S . C O M I N G S O O N : T H E A R T O F S H AV I N G , B L A N C PA I N , B O R D E R G R I L L , C H A N E L B E A U T Y, G I O R G I O A R M A N I , J A E G E R - L E C O U LT R E , L U S H F R E S H H A N D M A D E C O S M E T I C S , M O N C L E R , P O L O R A L P H L A U R E N A N D S TA R B U C K S .

E X PA N S I O N S A N D R E M O D E L S : B A L E N C I A G A , D A V I D Y U R M A N , J I M M Y C H O O A N D V I C T O R I A’ S S E C R E T.

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SEPHORA COLLECTION Kiss Me balms ($8); Sephora/ The Forum Shops at Caesars and Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino.

SISLEY-PARIS Phyto-Lip Shine in sheer berry and papaya ($52); Sisley-Paris/Crystals at CityCenter.

SISLEY-PARIS Confort Nutritive lip balm ($74); Sisley-Paris/Crystals at CityCenter.

KISS & TELL

SEPHORA COLLECTION Ultimate oil-in-gel lipstick remover ($9.50); Sephora/The Forum Shops at Caesars and Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino.

Although considered a recent phenomenon, the term “Kiss & Tell” dates back to the late-17th century.

Here, we reveal the latest lip-smacking trends to ensure your smooches leave a lasting impression.

KORRES Lip butter in guava, mango, jasmine, pomegranate, quince and wild rose ($12 each); Sephora/The Forum Shops at Caesars and Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino.

NARS COSMETICS Digital World gift set ($49); Sephora/ The Forum Shops at Caesars and Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino.

LUSH COSMETICS Mint Julips lip scrub ($9.95); LUSH Fresh Handmade Cosmetics/ Fashion Show.

MAKE UP FOR EVER Rouge Artist Intense lipsticks ($19 each); Sephora/The Forum Shops at Caesars and Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino.

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KITSON Travel-size Violife Vegas Slim sonic toothbrush ($15); Kitson/ The LINQ Promenade.

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A fully stocked bar and the best views of the Strip, footsteps from the hottest nightlife, shops and restaurants.

Tickets start at $24.95 Get yours at TheLINQ.com @HighRollerVegas

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FLiRT Underneath all that pre-date excitement is one anxietyinducing thought: What am I going to wear? We have you covered with these playful looks that are sure to grab his attention.

SWAROVSKI

CHINESE LAUNDRY

Stardust double bracelet in pink ($80); Swarovski/ Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino.

Jive Talk smooth dress pump ($79.95); Chinese Laundry/ Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino.

CALL IT SPRING Sarenia heel ($44.99); Call It Spring/Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino.

TRUE RELIGION Halle silver metallic jeans ($228); True Religion/Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino.

H&M Lace bodysuit ($24.95); H&M/Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino.

WHITE HOUSE|BLACK MARKET Iconic siren shirt ($88), Flirty skirt ($88), drop earring ($30) and laceup heel ($135); White House|Black Market/Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino.

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CACHÉ Embellished black V-neck dress ($198); Caché/Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino.

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L.K.BENNET T Eliza crystal and beaded handbag ($395); L.K.Bennett/The Forum Shops at Caesars.

BEgUILE

GUISEPPE ZANOT TI DESIGN Gold-structured mirror clutch ($1,395); Guiseppe Zanotti Design/ The Forum Shops at Caesars.

Let us charm you with the season’s latest clutches and handbags.

M MISSONI Hazel raffia lurex bag ($495); M Missoni/The Forum Shops at Caesars.

ALLSAINTS Rally shoulder pony bag ($535); AllSaints/The Forum Shops at Caesars.

JIMMY CHOO Sweetie clutch ($975); Jimmy Choo/The Forum Shops at Caesars.

MARC JACOBS Shearling “Bunny” bag ($4,750); Marc Jacobs/ The Forum Shops at Caesars.

BALLY Bloom python and suede handbag ($2,795); Bally/ The Forum Shops at Caesars.

LONGCHAMP Le Pliage Héritage luxe handbag ($1,675); Longchamp/The Forum Shops at Caesars.

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FENDI Denim Peekaboo bag with embroidery ($5,750); FENDI/The Forum Shops at Caesars.

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DIOR HOMME Black chalk-stripe wool flannel two-button jacket ($2,700) and fitted trouser ($1,050), anthracite-gray virgin-wool interlock roll-neck sweater ($1,150), black-grained calfskin briefcase ($3,800) and black calfskin leather buckled and laced Derby shoe ($1,300); Dior Homme/Crystals at CityCenter.

GLASHÜT TE ORIGINAL Senator Chronometer Regulator in red gold ($31,600); Tourbillon/ Crystals at CityCenter.

PAUL SMITH Accessories collection cotton socks ($45); Paul Smith/Crystals at CityCenter.

BULGARI Man in Black cologne ($48-$92); Bulgari/Crystals at CityCenter.

BALLY Long doublebreasted wool coat ($2,495), chunky cable turtleneck ($695), wool trouser ($695), Isanor sneaker ($425), bag ($5,500); Bally/Crystals at CityCenter.

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HARRY WINSTON Men’s 6-millimeter wedding bands in 18-karat white gold and Zalium ($1,700) with diamond ($1,900); Harry Winston/Crystals at CityCenter.

TIFFANY & CO. Atlas cufflinks in titanium and sterling silver ($475); Tiffany & Co./ Crystals at CityCenter.

CHARMING

PORSCHE DESIGN Sidewall sunglasses ($1,100); Porsche Design/ Crystals at CityCenter.

Every prince deserves a charming wardrobe.

These fashionable finds and top-notch accessories will make him royalty.

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HEEL S & INTIMATES

COLE HAAN Highline pump ($278); Cole Haan/Grand Canal Shoppes.

DIANE VON FURSTENBERG Blaize leopard haircalf mesh cutout pump ($425); Diane von Furstenberg/ Grand Canal Shoppes.

LANVIN Half d‘Orsay python pump ($1,890); Barneys New York/ Grand Canal Shoppes.

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TORY BURCH Keri sandal ($275); Tory Burch/ Grand Canal Shoppes.

Let us show you some truly appealing footwear. With a passion for fashion, these perfectly poised peep-toe pumps and staggering stilettos will make heads turn.

KATE SPADE NEW YORK Cabe heel ($525); Kate Spade New York/Fashion Show and Grand Canal Shoppes.

VINCE CAMUTO Kevia bootie ($139); Vince Camuto/Fashion Show.

VALENTINO BALLY Brinker lizard-skin pump ($1,395); Bally/Fashion Show.

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Rockstud harness ankle boot in Wine ($1,375); Neiman Marcus/Fashion Show.

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FOREVER 21 Chiffon PJ set ($16.80); Forever 21/Fashion Show.

AGENT PROVOCATEUR Zuri collection black tulle bra ($170), brief ($150) and suspender ($170) with French floral embroidery; Agent Provocateur/ Grand Canal Shoppes and Saks Fifth Avenue/ Fashion Show.

STEVEN ALAN Mini floral short-sleeve pajama top ($145) and pant ($135); Barneys New York/ Grand Canal Shoppes.

ALLuRE Flattery will get you everywhere.

Spice up your lingerie wardrobe with these playful, romantic, sensually provocative pieces. You’ll lust after them and love how they make you feel.

FOREVER 21 Floral print slip set ($15.80); Forever 21/Fashion Show.

SPANX Lust Have slimming teddy ($88); Spanx/ Fashion Show.

EBERJEY Colette chemise ($80); Nordstrom/Fashion Show.

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ACCES S OR IES & P LAYFU L P IECES

KATE SPADE NEW YORK APRICOT LANE LuLu DK silver and gold body tattoos ($22); Apricot Lane/Fashion Show.

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LOVE True love doesn’t ask for anything in return.

Fall in love with these sparkling adornments—necklaces, rings and gemstones—that will make you feel all warm and fuzzy inside.

HENRI BENDEL Victoria choker ($128); Henri Bendel/Fashion Show.

Ipanema tile earring ($68); Kate Spade New York/ Fashion Show and Grand Canal Shoppes.

FOREVER 21 Scalloped cutout ring ($3.80); Forever 21/ Fashion Show.

STEPHEN WEBSTER Bracelet set in 18-karat white gold with pavé white diamonds, baguette-cut white diamonds and Forevermark white diamonds with detachable tassel and white-diamond spacer chain ($127,000); Saks Fifth Avenue/ Fashion Show.

PHOTO COURTESY OF ASHLEY TURNER

PANDORA Various rings (from $135); Pandora/Fashion Show and Grand Canal Shoppes.

SWAROVSKI Wave necklace ($260); Swarovski/Fashion Show and Grand Canal Shoppes.

MACY’S Bar III Love necklace ($38); Macy’s/Fashion Show.

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TED BAKER LONDON Etina biker jacket ($425); Ted Baker London/ Fashion Show.

FOREVER 21 Faux cheetah vest ($32.80); Forever 21/ Fashion Show.

PLaY

Every fashionista needs a signature style. Strut yours with these fashionable finds.

MARCIANO Color-blocked Lince jacket ($248); Marciano/Fashion Show.

GUERLAIN Petrouchka eye and cheek palette ($90), Météorites Perles d’Etoile multicolored powder pearls with puff ($60), Coque d’Or perfumed shimmer powder ($95); Saks Fifth Avenue/Fashion Show and Guerlain/Grand Canal Shoppes.

CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Passage mini handbag ($1,795); Christian Louboutin/ Grand Canal Shoppes.

HALSTON HERITAGE

DYNAMITE Bustier ($39.90), blazer ($59.90), high-waist, buckle-side pant ($49.90); Dynamite/ Fashion Show.

Black and charcoal V-neck top ($295), black slim pant ($325), gold octagonal minaudiére clutch ($345); Halston Heritage/ Fashion Show.

JOE’S JEANS 1975 Military Cardi in Lyneil ($245), flawless high-rise legging in Louisa ($179); Joe’s Jeans/ Fashion Show.

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Must be 18 years or older to redeem. Offer cannot be combined with any other room offer, promotion or event. Offer is based on availability and is subject to change or cancellation at any time. One complimentary 4 night stay per player, double occupancy only. Offer non-transferable. Additional guests will result in a $50 charge per person. Reservations are based on hotel availability. Offer is contingent on minimum level of play or activity. GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER. Š 2014, Brookfield Hospitality, LLC, 1000 South Pine Island Road, Plantation, FL 33324.

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ON LO CAT I O N

ANTHOL OGY SU ITES

THE CROMWELL SUITE (up to 2,550 square feet)

AMENITIES

THE CROMWELL

Mac mini computers available Separate bedroom

HIGHLIGHT

A pool table

One suite available Two-bedroom suite with optional two-room connector 55-inch, high-definition flatscreen television in bedrooms and living areas 24-hour concierge service

GOOD MORNING A sunrise start, with a first glimpse of the day’s stunning surroundings. We launch into a frenzy of preparations; models are primped and coiffed.

a quick GLIMPSE

Looking for a great location? We were—and found ours at The Cromwell.

The hip hotel’s spacious suites served as the backdrop for this issue’s fall/winter fashion shoot, featured on the following pages.

BEDROOM BLOG We captured the season’s latest looks in some of the most unique suites in all of Las Vegas.

Our models cozied up in The Cromwell and Gallery suites to show their romantic side. Here’s an intimate peek inside the sensual suites.

The Cromwell’s personalized service extends to its 19 luxury suites.

Each suite is a Vegas version of a Parisian loft, where clean lines and modern décor meet recessed ceilings and rich hardwood parquet flooring. Suites include a full-size refrigerator, custom-curated mini bars, game tables, oversize sofas and plush lounge chairs.

BREAK TIME Midday break and lunch arrives. Only the best in-room dining for a hungry crew; even a fight erupted over the last cupcake.

Then it’s back to work.

IN THE GROOVE The click of the camera captures our models in their spectacular setting.

GALLERY SUITE (1,411 square feet)

AMENITIES

Mac mini computers available Separate bedroom

HIGHLIGHT

Three suites available Optional connecting room Large bar area Two 55-inch, high-definition flat-screen televisions

A pinball machine

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IT’S A WRAP! An amazing photo session comes to an end. While we all wished we had checked in for the night, we took solace in a little game play, with everyone taking a turn on the pinball machine.

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LO VE AFFAIR

PHOTOGRAPHS BY ROBERT JOHN KLEY FASHION DIRECTOR/ST YLIST: CHRISTIE MOELLER HAIR/MAKEUP: KRYSTLE RANDALL ST YLIST'S ASSISTANTS: SARAH ANN MILLER AND MADISON GHIEHS MODELS: ROD AND DANI, BEST AGENCY MANICURIST: KIM O'NEILL USING NARS COSMETICS BARENTS SEA NAIL LACQUER F O L LO W O N S O C I A L M E D I A @ C R O M W E L LV E G A S P H OTO G R A P H E D O N LO C AT I O N I N T H E C R O M W E L L S U I T E A N D G A L L E R Y S U I T E AT

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Tune in to Vegas Player Television for a behind-the-scenes look at this fashion session.

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ON ROD: Nappa moto jacket ($2,795) and heavystripe short-sleeve tee ($440); Marc Jacobs/ The Forum Shops at Caesars. Skull rivet jean ($298); John Varvatos/ The Forum Shops at Caesars.

ON DANI: Celia dress ($425) and Perugia coat ($695); L.K.Bennett/The Forum Shops at Caesars.

BEAUT Y: Lipstick in Deadly Catch ($26) and eyeshadow in Canberra ($25); NARS Cosmetics/The Forum Shops at Caesars.

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ON ROD: Moris P sweatpant ($185); Theory/Neiman Marcus, Fashion Show.

JEWELRY: Modern Chevron band ring in 18-karat yellow gold and sterling silver ($750) and tag necklace with black diamonds in sterling silver ($2,150); David Yurman/The Forum Shops at Caesars.

ON DANI: Revolution sweatshirt ($270); Isabel Marant/Neiman Marcus, Fashion Show. Cotton and spandex jersey hot short ($14); American Apparel/ Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino.

JEWELRY: Confetti hoop earring with diamonds in sterling silver ($1,450); David Yurman/The Forum Shops at Caesars.

BEAUT Y: Lipstick in Femme Fleur ($26) and blush in Ukraine ($30); NARS Cosmetics/The Forum Shops at Caesars.

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ON ROD: Skull rivet jean ($298) and rib knit henley ($298); John Varvatos/The Forum Shops at Caesars.

JEWELRY: Sterling-silver chain bracelet with special knotted supple leather ($415) and oxidized sterling-silver disc bracelet with adjustable leather closure and carved black buffalo horn ($330); M. Cohen/John Varvatos, The Forum Shops at Caesars.

ON DANI: Tartan jacquard dress ($795); M Missoni/The Forum Shops at Caesars.

JEWELRY: Metropolis octagonal earring ($3,800) and band ring ($2,900) with diamonds in 18-karat yellow gold; Ivanka Trump/Neiman Marcus, Fashion Show.

BEAUT Y: Lip gloss in Burning Love ($26) and eyeshadow in Opal Coast ($25); NARS Cosmetics/ The Forum Shops at Caesars.

Eclat Tenseur Radiant Immediate Lift ($240); SisleyParis/Crystals at CityCenter.

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ON ROD: Micro-quilt jacquard sweatpant ($920); Alexander McQueen/Neiman Marcus, Fashion Show.

JEWELRY: Modern Chevron cuff bracelet ($1,350) and tag necklace ($1,650) in 18-karat yellow gold and sterling silver; David Yurman/ The Forum Shops at Caesars.

ON DANI: TokyoMilk bubble bath ($30); Curios/The Cromwell.

JEWELRY: Horsebit earring with onyx and black diamonds in 18-karat pink gold ($8,150), Horsebit ring ($9,450) and bracelet ($5,000) with black diamonds in 18-karat pink gold, Horsebit ring in 18-karat yellow gold ($3,100) and Horsebit bracelet in 18-karat pink gold ($5,950); Gucci/The Forum Shops at Caesars.

BEAUT Y: Lipstick in Femme Fleur ($26); NARS Cosmetics/The Forum Shops at Caesars. PhytoTouche Sun Glow Bronzing Gel Powder ($115); SisleyParis/Crystals at CityCenter.

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ON DANI: Eponi Pretty Trees print dress ($275) and Emari crystal chain necklace ($75); Ted Baker London/ The Forum Shops at Caesars.

BEAUT Y: Lip gloss in Corsica ($26) and blush in Ukraine ($30); NARS Cosmetics/ The Forum Shops at Caesars. Phyto-Touche Sun Glow Bronzing Gel Powder ($115); Sisley-Paris/Crystals at CityCenter.

ON ROD: Foulard jacket ($250), End on End shirt ($89) and jacquard club pant ($125); Original Penguin/Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino.

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ON ROD: Musical note shirt ($470); Paul Smith/Crystals at CityCenter. V200 eyewear in black ($250); John Varvatos/ johnvarvatos.com.

ON DANI: Sleeveless leather dress ($995) and crystal and sequin collar ($695); Haute Hippie/Neiman Marcus, Fashion Show.

JEWELRY: Tiffany T chain necklace in sterling silver ($3,000), Tiffany T chain necklace in 18-karat gold ($17,500), Tiffany T cutout ring in sterling silver ($500) and Tiffany T bar cuff in sterling silver ($2,800); Tiffany & Co./The Forum Shops at Caesars.

BEAUT Y: Lip gloss in Soleil D’Orient ($26) and eyeshadow in Gabon ($25); NARS Cosmetics/ The Forum Shops at Caesars. Phyto-Touche Sun Glow Bronzing Gel Powder ($115); Sisley-Paris/Crystals at CityCenter.

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ON ROD: Somerset jacket ($250), reverse clipped dobby shirt ($89) and tweed tailored pant ($125); Original Penguin/Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino. Doublestitched panel belt ($195) and V600 eyewear in tortoise ($315); John Varvatos/ johnvarvatos.com.

ON DANI: Daphne dress ($1,730); Mulberry/The Forum Shops at Caesars.

JEWELRY: Signature necklace with black diamond briolettes ($4,800), Patras horizontal ring with black onyx and diamonds in 18-karat white gold ($3,000), Toulouse pear-shape earring ($3,500) and pendant ($2,500) with pink opals and black diamonds in 18-karat oxidized white gold; Ivanka Trump/ Neiman Marcus, Fashion Show.

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S O ME GU YS H AVE ALL TH E LU CK

BREAKING HIS SILENCE

ROD STEWART FINDS HIS VOICE

BY MARK GRAY PHOTOGRAPH BY PENNY LANCASTER STEWART

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A f t e r p e n n i n g h i s a u t o b i o g r a p h y, t h e r o c k e r ’s r e n e w e d i n t e r e s t i n s o n g w r i t i n g l e d t o t h e r e l e a s e o f h i s 2 0 1 3 a l b u m Ti m e . S t e w a r t i s n o w b u s y w o r k i n g o n a n o t h e r r e c o r d , due out in the spring of 2015.

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after your voice,” he says. “For me

the eight-year-old and all the way up

just finished a three-week run of shows

personally, I do voice rests, so my kids

to the older ones: They've had to put

in Las Vegas. Settling into his sprawling

wonder why I’m not talking. Mum

up with this for years, Dad’s silence.”

Los Angeles-area home, he’s finally

has to tell them, ‘Daddy can’t talk right

able to do something that he hasn’t

now, he’s working.’ But now it’s all

About to enter his fourth year playing

done much of at home over the past

over for a while.” Well, it’s over until

The Colosseum at Caesars Palace,

21 days: talk. No, he’s not in a fight

he returns to the Caesars Palace stage

Stewart has come to love the arena

with his wife Penny Lancaster Stewart,

at The Colosseum again in November

and the advantages that come with

who he married in 2007, nor is he

and then for shows in January and

performing about 25 shows a year

angry with any of his children. He’s

February of 2015.

there. It’s close to his California home,

simply been protecting his voice, or as he calls it, his “crown jewels.”

the acoustics are top notch and, from Nearly all of his eight children are old

an audience standpoint, the seats are

enough to understand why he is

comfortable. Almost too comfortable,

In fact, he’s maniacal about his voice—

sometimes a mute at home, but

he says. Sometimes, he even gets to

borderline neurotic even.

Stewart suspects that his youngest,

perform with his 27-year-old daughter

three-year-old Aiden, is confused by it.

Ruby, who occasionally joins him on

“It’s always difficult for any singer to

stage. Heck, considering his occasional

play Vegas because it’s so dry being

“I think he must think Dad’s gone

self-imposed silence, it might be the

in the desert. You’re constantly looking

dumb or something. The other kids,

only time she actually hears his voice.

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“I would have imagined of all my children that one of them

And as his daughter learns the singing business, Stewart

was going to have a good singing voice, and it was her,”

himself says he’s even learned a few things, especially from

he says. “It’s a wonderful experience. Not many dads can

playing Vegas. The Colosseum has actually taught him how

say they go to work with their daughter and actually share

to be a better performer.

a stage with her.”

“I like to be as spontaneous as I can, and Vegas has taught me that.”

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Ruby Stewart is following in her famous father’s footsteps.

The young singer often joins her dad on tour and performs with him at The Colosseum in Las Vegas.

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“It teaches you to be able to talk to an audience one-on-one, as if you’re talking to one person. I always thought I was pretty good at that. I’m very spontaneous; I don’t have a script like some of the people who have played Vegas,” he explains.

“I don’t say the same thing every night. I do swear now and then, just occasionally, but not for the effect, just because I feel like it. I like to be as spontaneous as I can, and Vegas has taught me that. Everyone seems to hang on my every word and I feel very responsible about what I say now.”

That is, of course, when he’s verbally speaking. Lately, it’s been the written word that has been keeping the rocker busy. In 2012, he released an autobiography. During his research, he became interested in songwriting again, something he hadn’t done in about 20 years. In May 2013, he released Time, which showcased his renewed love for songwriting. And in the spring of 2015, he’s planning on releasing yet another album, one that will feature not only a lot of Celtic melodies, but he says he’s also experimenting with a reggae and ska song.

“As long as the voice is there, I’ll keep going.”

“Believe it or not, I’ve got ten tracks ready for the new album. I’ve got songs coming out of my bum at the moment,” he says with a laugh. “I just wish I could have had this twenty-five or thirty years ago. I was enjoying myself too much then.”

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Don’t let him fool you; he’s enjoying his life now, too.

Asked how old he feels, he’s quick with an answer. “It’s all about being comfortable with what you do, who you are, what you wear, what you say and who you mix with. I’m very comfortable in the suit I’m wearing at the moment," he explains. "When I do feel uncomfortable, I will step aside and there’s no doubt that day will come. We all know nothing can last forever.”

In May 2013, Rod Stewart released Time, an original rock album. It entered the UK Albums Chart at No. 1, besting the British record for the longest gap between chart-topping albums by an artist. Stewart’s last studio album to top the UK chart was A Night on the Town in 1976.

This begs the question: How long does the “Forever Young” soon-to-turn 70-year-old plan on continuing to perform and record new music?

The way Stewart sees it, the answer to that question isn’t actually his decision, for the most part.

“As long as the voice is there, I’ll keep going. I’ve been really lucky with my voice. It’s stayed in pretty good shape,” the raspy-toned singer says. “It gets a bit of a battering now and then—four shows in six days—but I look after it as if it were the crown jewels. I’m paranoid about it to the point that I'm drinking tons of water, getting plenty of sleep, not talking, and doing an hour and a half of warm-ups before I sing. It’s my instrument and I protect it, like I said, like it’s the crown jewels.”

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C O CK TAI L CU LT UR E

BEHIND THE BAR:

MIXOLO GY 101: LESSO N S FRO M TH E MASTERS

THE

PHOTOGR APHS BY SABIN ORR

GOLDEN AGE OF THE NEW CLASSIC COCKTAILS & THEIR CREATORS

THE MAESTRO SALVATORE CALABRESE BOUND BY SALVATORE THE CROMWELL COCKTAIL: THE CROMWELLIAN “A great cocktail has to satisfy three elements: eyes, nose and mouth. It has to look great. It has to smell divine and taste incredible,” says world-renowned mixologist Salvatore Calabrese. His concoctions at The Cromwell’s swanky lounge, Bound by Salvatore, represent just that: from his iconic Breakfast Martini—born after his wife served him toast with marmalade (flavors he adapted into a cocktail)—to his Vegas-centric champagne coffee drinks. “Vegas never sleeps,” he says, “and everyone has an espresso martini.

Instead, I brewed coffee but replaced the water with champagne.” The result?

Perky pick-me-ups such as the Madame Moka, a champagne-flavored espresso mixing Hennessy V.S.O.P. cognac, Disaronno, sugar syrup and spices; and The Cromwellian, with Cocchi Americano-flavored espresso, Maker’s Mark Bourbon, Cherry Heering brandy and sugar syrup.

Thirsty for more? Turn on Vegas Player Television to learn how these cocktails are made.

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COCKTAIL

MODERN MIXOLOGIST TONY ABOU-GANIM

LOBBY BAR CAESARS PALACE

COCKTAIL: THE CHAIRMAN’S MANHATTAN

DESTINED TO SHINE

“Cocktail menus are an opportunity to make a bar a destination experience,” says Abou-Ganim.

“If you love the drink, I guarantee you’ll come back the next time you’re in Las Vegas.”

“At Lobby Bar, we celebrate the past but embrace the future,” Tony Abou-Ganim explains as he raises his glass. Known as The Modern Mixologist, he took over the renovated space last summer, yet was careful to “maintain an old-school vibe” while elevating the experience with an extensive cocktail menu. “We wanted to hold on to that classic feel,” he says.

“You can imagine Frank Sinatra and the boys coming in and having a drink in the Lobby Bar.” In fact, Abou-Ganim pays homage to Ol’ Blue Eyes with an impressively smooth cocktail called The Chairman’s Manhattan. It blends the higher proof Jack Daniel’s Sinatra Select with vermouth and pimento bitters.

MILLION DOLLAR UPGRADE

“THE GREATEST COCKTAILS ARE THE SIMPLEST COCKTAILS. WE WANT TO CELEBRATE THE BASE SPIRIT AND NOT MASK, OR BURY IT, IN MIXERS. THE KEY IS TO ALWAYS BALANCE THE FLAVORS OF A DRINK. MUCH LIKE CHEFS, MIXOLOGISTS HAVE THEIR OWN STYLE.” VEGAS PLAYER M A G A Z I NE

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INSPIRATION FOR O’DONNELL’S CRAFTY WAYS, HE SAYS, COMES FROM LISTENING TO THE GUEST. “NOBODY SHOULD EVER BE AFRAID TO TRY NEW THINGS OR ASK FOR WHAT THEY WANT. THERE IS NOTHING WE LIKE MORE THAN TO INTRODUCE NEW DRINKS TO PEOPLE.”

CREATED EXCLUSIVELY FOR VEGAS PLAYER, THE OL’ SONG AND DANCE IS JUST ONE OF SEVERAL ELIXIRS NOW AVAILABLE ON THE PUB’S SECRET COCKTAIL LIST.

THE WIZARD ADAM O’DONNELL

GORDON RAMSAY PUB & GRILL CAESARS PALACE COCKTAIL: THE OL’ SONG AND DANCE Adam O’Donnell and the rest of the barkeeps at Gordon Ramsay Pub & Grill are more on-the-fly type of guys.

Name a spirit and explain the flavors you like, and they’ll craft a one-of-akind cocktail that just might make it onto the pub’s “secret menu.” One that O’Donnell created for us was the Ol’ Song and Dance. “It’s a play on eggnog,” he explains of the frothy concoction—a mixture of Appleton Estate rum, Laird’s Applejack brandy, Plymouth sloe gin, Angostura bitters, sugar, lemon juice and an egg. “It’s something different that’s perfect for the holiday season.”

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ONE-OFA-KIND C O C K TA I L S

FIZZ NOIR: Grey Goose cherry vodka and champagne cocktail.

FIZZ Las Vegas, Caesars Palace SPRING TIME IN KYOTO: Citrusy, yuzu juice-based cocktail with ginger liqueur, sake and Belvedere vodka.

Nobu Caesars Palace BOULEVARDIER: The iconic Negroni, but bourbon replaces the gin.

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WE’RE CAPTURING THE SAME ENERGY OF BEING AT A SPORTING EVENT

RAISING THE BAR &

UPPING OUR GAME Sports bar or sports book?

Deciding where to watch the game is nearly as important as the team you’re backing. With football in full gear, we’re zeroing in on the city’s best sports bars. Fans checking out The LINQ Promenade can catch their favorite team in action at 12 locations (and on 248 flat-screens).

TAG Sports Bar inside The LINQ Hotel & Casino has 40 high-definition televisions, tables with self-serve drafts, and more than 300 bottled beers.

What more can you ask for? How about cutting-edge digital casino games, touch-screen tabletop gaming units (think Frogger, checkers and chess) and a blackjack hologram dealer. “ TAG brings together the most advanced gaming technology, an extensive beer menu and a full-blown sports experience,” says Eileen Moore, LINQ Hotel’s regional president and general manager.

Nearby, Guy Fieri’s Vegas Kitchen & Bar serves up twists on American classics like his spicy Fireball Whisky Wings and the mammoth Mac-n-Cheese Bacon Burger, to be washed down with a Bloody Mary or cold brew.

On The LINQ Promenade, Tilted Kilt Pub & Eatery puts you at the game.

With 44 televisions, including two 15-foot screens—the Celtic-themed space offers a wild scene. “Our sound system allows us to play multiple games,” explains assistant general manager Roland Paz. “We’ll leave it up to the fans to dictate how we broadcast the sound. If you and your friends show up as face-painted fanatics—well, you win.”

Beer lovers win at Yard House. The restaurant’s selection of 160 drafts rivals that of any bar in Las Vegas, while offering an equally stout menu containing 130 items such as burgers, lettuce wraps, flatbreads and street tacos. Over at Brooklyn Bowl, L Bar has a game-time buffet, plus $5 Fireball specials, beer buckets and a bowling offer ($75 per person, four people minimum per lane) that includes all-you-can-eat wings and pulled-pork sliders.

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Giada De Laurentiis

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.@RitaRudner hits the splits on the #HighRoller 550 ft. in the air!

@GDeLaurentiis took in some afternoon views on the #HighRoller! #GiadaVegas

ACES LIAR PL I M A F S IN S FAC E FA M O U N ON AS SEE

Since opening last March, the High Roller has become the social hub of Las Vegas, attracting thousands of riders and dozens of celebrities—most posting their aerial shots to Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Olivia Newton-John Jenny McCarthy

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Mindy Kaling facebook.com/OfficialMindyKaling

That #birthdaylife at the @highroller @TheLINQ. Up in the air don’t care.

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Eddie Griffin @EddieGriffinCom

Chillin with Ko my boo taking in the view at the @HighRollerVegas @TheLINQ. #HighRoller

Melanie Brown @OfficialMelB

Had fun on the wheel @HighRollerVegas

Tyra Banks

Grumpy Cat I went to @Vegas once. It was awful. @RealGrumpyCat

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Hey @tyrabanks hope you enjoyed your ride on the #HighRoller!

Heather McDonald

Jamie Lynn Spears @jamielynnspears

Rode the @highrollervegas while I was in town!! CRAZY view. #highroller @thelinq

@HeatherMcDonald

The best view and drinks on #highroller

Vicki Gunvalson @vgunvalson

Had a great time on the High Roller—a fun attraction here in Vegas. It is like a huge Ferris wheel but actually private cabins that take you to great heights to see all of Vegas... and they had a private bar. WooHoo!!! @theLINQ @TheHighRollerVegas

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Now THATS a view!! On the @HighRollerVegas #HighRoller

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DRAI’S BEACH CLUB • NIGHTCLUB THE CROMWELL O n e o f t h e m o s t - t a l k e d - a b o u t n i g h t c l u b s i n L a s Ve g a s m a d e i t s d e b u t i n 2 0 1 3 a t T h e C ro m w e l l . Wi t h i t s p u l s i n g b e a t s , e l e c t r i f i e d a t m o s p h e r e a n d r o c k i n g v i e w, D r a i ’s B e a c h C l u b • N i g h t c l u b p r o p e l l e d i t s e l f t o t h e t o p o f t h e c i t y ’s m u s t - s e e p a r t y s p o t s , e v e n a t t r a c t i n g I g g y A z a l e a f o r a n i m p ro m p t u p e r f o r m a n c e .

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ON HIM: Leather jacket ($1,998), pant ($398) and multi-buckle boot ($1,198); John Varvatos/The Forum Shops at Caesars.

ON HER: Black crepe couture long-sleeve dress with a red leather floral collar ($4,390); Valentino/Crystals at CityCenter.

Red Lizard ankle-strap pump ($1,695); Valentino/The Forum Shops at Caesars.

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DINING B A L LY ’ S L A S V E G A S BLT Steak Steak House An American steak house with traditional fare and a bistro ambience. (702) 967-7258.

Nosh Quick Bite This café serves breakfast sandwiches and pastries as well as Nathan’s Famous hot dogs and salads. (702) 739-4111.

Sea: The Thai Experience Asian Exotic Thai-fusion cuisine. Specialty dishes include grilled lemongrass chicken and tamarind whole fish. (702) 967-3888.

Sidewalk Café Café Casual American favorites for breakfast and lunch. (702) 967-4111.

Sterling Brunch Buffet Upscale weekend-only brunch serves bottomless Perrier-Jouët champagne, sturgeon caviar and lobster. (702) 967-7258.

Tequila Bar & Grill Mexican This cantina serves traditional Mexican fare and a variety of tequilas, margaritas and specialty drinks. (702) 967-4111.

C A E S A R S PA L AC E Bacchanal Buffet Buffet A grand Roman feast. Teams of chefs in nine show kitchens prepare more than 500 dishes daily. (702) 731-7928.

Beijing Noodle No. 9 Asian Giant fish tanks mark the entrance of this casual noodle house serving soups, dim sum and noodle dishes. (702) 862-3530.

Carmine’s Italian Family-style Italian fare served in “wow-sized” portions. The Forum Shops at Caesars, (702) 473-9700.

Central Michel Richard French James Beard Award-winning Chef Michel Richard’s 24-hour café features American favorites with French flair. (702) 650-5921.

Gordon Ramsay Pub & Grill British More than 80 beers and a menu consisting of bangers and mash, and fish and chips, make this a true British pub. (702) 731-7410.

Il Mulino New York Italian Masterful Abruzzese dishes and unparalleled service. The Forum Shops at Caesars, (702) 492-6000.

Joe’s Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab Seafood Crack some claws or dive into other fresh seafood dishes. The Forum Shops at Caesars, (702) 792-9222.

Mesa Grill Southwestern Bobby Flay’s bold flavors can be found in dishes like his New Mexican spice-rubbed pork tenderloin. (702) 650-5965.

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Nobu Caesars Palace Asian Tantalizing Japanese cuisine awaits at Chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s whimsical 12,775-squarefoot restaurant. (702) 785-6674.

Old Homestead Steakhouse Steak House One of New York City’s most historic steak houses is now on the Strip. (702) 731-7560.

Payard Pâtisserie & Bistro French A pastry shop and bistro from award-winning French chef François Payard. (702) 731-7292.

Rao’s Italian A menu of home-style Italian food from the Pellegrino family includes their famous lemon chicken. (702) 731-7267.

Restaurant Guy Savoy French Gourmet dining from French chef Guy Savoy.

(702) 731-7286.

Serendipity 3 American Home of the famous Frrrozen Hot Chocolate and other American comfort foods.

(702) 731-7373.

Spago Italian Wolfgang Puck’s Spago consists of a menu of fine Italian-American cuisine. The Forum Shops at Caesars, (702) 369-6300.

Sushi Roku Asian Innovative Japanese cuisine and sushi served in an inviting environment. The Forum Shops at Caesars, (702) 733-7373.

BLT Steak at Bally’s Las Vegas

THE CROMWELL Giada Italian Chef Giada De Laurentiis has crafted a menu of California-influenced, vibrant Italian fare served in a room with phenomenal Strip views.

(855) 442-3271.

FLAMINGO LAS VEGAS Carlos’n Charlie’s Mexican Dine on authentic Mexican meals or just unwind with a margarita or sangria on the poolside patio. (702) 862-3530.

Nobu Caesars Palace

Center Cut Steakhouse Steak House Succulent steaks, Kobe burgers and rack of lamb rule the menu at this classic steak house.

(702) 784-8821.

Margaritaville Caribbean Dive into Jimmy Buffett’s multilevel, Caribbean-themed restaurant and entertainment venue. (702) 733-3302.

Paradise Garden Buffet Buffet Prime rib, carved fresh turkey, steamed mussels, littleneck clams and much more.

(702) 733-3111.

Tropical Breeze Café American Casual café serves American fare for breakfast, lunch and dinner. (702) 733-3111.

Rao’s at Caesars Palace

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DINING HARRAH’S LAS VEGAS Flavors, The Buffet Buffet From Brazilian barbecue to Italian casseroles to fresh seafood, Flavors spans the globe.

(702) 693-6060.

Fulton Street Food Hall Quick Bite A 24-hour chef-driven marketplace featuring fresh pastries, pizza and Pan-Asian dishes.

Ice Pan Quick Bite Enjoy a healthy, all-natural ice cream with no chemicals, preservatives, artificial flavors or colors. (702) 736-6684.

KGB: Kerry’s Gourmet Burgers American Chef Kerry Simon offers the ultimate burger selections paired with signature milkshakes.

(702) 369-5065.

Oyster Bar Seafood Menu includes favorites such as squid salad, oysters, shrimp, lobster, crab and calamari.

(702) 369-5000.

Ruth’s Chris Steak House Steak House Signature sizzling USDA Prime steaks, lamb chops and seafood dishes. (702) 693-6000.

Toby Keith’s I Love This Bar & Grill American Texas-size portions and barbecue favorites served in a down-home country atmosphere.

(702) 693-6111.

THE LINQ HOTEL & CASINO Guy Fieri Vegas Kitchen & Bar American Food Network star Guy Fieri brings his Flavortown favorites to the Las Vegas Strip.

(702) 731-3311.

Hash House A Go Go American Creative “twisted farm food” menu serves up jumbo portions for breakfast, lunch and dinner. (702) 254-4646.

THE LINQ PROMENADE Chayo Mexican Kitchen + Tequila Bar Mexican Offers more than 60 tequilas, authentic Mexican dishes and a mechanical bull.

(702) 691-3773.

F.A.M.E. Asian A two-story culinary bazaar, F.A.M.E. (food, art, music and entertainment) re-creates the Asian street market.

Flour & Barley Italian Rock ‘n’ roll pizzeria serves brick-oven pizza, pasta, panini sandwiches and craft brews.

(702) 430-4430.

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Ghirardelli Quick Bite Satisfy your sweet tooth with an array of icecream creations, milkshakes and chocolate drinks. (702) 650-0096.

Haute Doggery American High-quality Sahlen hot dogs are served with posh toppings. (702) 430-4435.

Le Village Buffet Buffet Live-action cooking stations are themed after the seven French provinces. (702) 946-4930.

Yong Kang Street Asian Casual noodle and dumpling house serves a diverse mix of Chinese, Japanese and Taiwanese dishes.

Sprinkles Cupcakes Quick Bite The Sprinkles flagship features an assortment of couture cupcakes. (702) 733-0522.

Tilted Kilt Pub & Eatery English A modern Celtic-themed pub and sports bar serving English favorites like shepherd’s pie.

(702) 826-2100.

Yard House American Pub features 180 craft beers and an expansive menu of sliders, lettuce wraps, flatbreads and street tacos. (702) 597-0434.

PA R I S L A S V E G A S Burger Brasserie American Gourmet burgers with a French twist— from classic beef to chicken, salmon and veggie creations. (702) 946-4346.

Café Belle Madeleine Quick Bite From éclairs to tarts, this pâtisserie fulfills your cravings for something sweet.

(702) 946-7000.

KGB: Kerry’s Gourmet Burgers at Harrah’s Las Vegas

Le Café Île St. Louis American Flavors of a Parisian café including savory crêpes, quiche and warm beignets.

(702) 946-4364.

Le Crêperie Quick Bite Walk-up bistro serves a variety of crêpes.

(702) 946-7000.

Eiffel Tower Restaurant French Dine on classic French cuisine at this romantic spot more than 100 feet above the Strip.

(702) 948-6937.

Gordon Ramsay Steak Steak House Chef Gordon Ramsay serves upscale seafood dishes and mouthwatering cuts of beef.

(702) 677-3200.

JJ’s Boulangerie American Bakery produces pastries, pizza, sandwiches, soups and salads. (702) 946-7000.

Chayo Mexican Kitchen + Tequila Bar at The LINQ Promenade Eiffel Tower Restaurant at Paris Las Vegas

Martorano’s Italian The eggplant stack and Steve Martorano’s famous meatballs rule the menu here.

(702) 946-4656.

Mon Ami Gabi French Classic bistro cuisine serves breakfast, lunch and dinner in a trendy scene with an amazing patio. (702) 944-4224.

Sugar Factory American Brasserie American This restaurant and candy store reinvents American comfort food. (702) 331-5100.

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DINING P L A N E T H O L LY W O O D RESORT & CASINO Earl of Sandwich Quick Bite Sink your teeth into a deluxe deli sandwich on artisanal bread. (702) 785-5555.

Gordon Ramsay BURGR American Traditional American classics go next level with selections like pork-belly bao buns.

(702) 785-5555.

Koi Las Vegas Asian Features a sleek Asian decor, cool Hollywood vibe and tantalizing Japanese-inspired menu.

(702) 454-4555.

P.F. Chang’s Asian This modern Chinese bistro has an extensive menu packed with family-style dishes.

(702) 836-0955.

Pink’s Hot Dogs Quick Bite Legendary gourmet franks—many named after their celebrity creators. (702) 405-4711.

Pin-Up Pizza Quick Bite The New York-style pizza spot is home to the largest slice on the Strip, measuring 15 inches.

Planet Dailies American This 24-hour coffee shop and café offers eclectic cuisine. (702) 732-1222.

Spice Market Buffet Buffet This sensory smorgasbord has tastes from around the globe. (702) 785-9005.

Strip House Steak House Charred prime cuts of beef accompany signature sides, such as black-truffle creamed spinach. (702) 737-5200.

Yolös Mexican Grill Mexican Spicing up this Mexican eatery are the more than 60 tequilas and a fresh-fruit margarita bar. (702) 785-5555.

RIO ALL-SUITE HOTEL & CASINO All-American Bar & Grille American Enjoy “Rio Dry Aged” Angus steaks, sandwiches and seafood at this restaurant and sports bar.

(702) 777-7767.

BK Whopper® Bar Quick Bite Build your own burger with the option to enjoy it with an ice-cold beer.

(702) 777-7777.

Búzios Seafood Restaurant Seafood Gaze out over the Rio’s VooDoo Beach while dining on the freshest seafood.

(702) 862-3530.

Carnival World Buffet Buffet Seven live stations, including a teppanyaki grill, serve more than 300 dishes.

(702) 777-7757.

Hash House A Go Go American Creative “twisted farm food” menu serves up jumbo portions for breakfast, lunch and dinner. (702) 777-2761.

KJ Dim Sum & Seafood Asian Featuring traditional Chinese cuisine and an extensive seafood menu. (702) 777-7777.

Martorano’s Italian The eggplant stack and Steve Martorano’s famous meatballs rule the menu here.

(702) 777-7740.

Pho Da Nang Vietnamese Kitchen Asian Authentic Vietnamese menu includes Pho— a soup with linguine-shaped rice noodles, herbs and meat. (866) 746-7671.

Royal India Bistro Indian Featuring Indian delicacies cooked in a 500-degree tandoor clay oven. (702) 777-2277.

Sports Deli Quick Bite Bratwursts, burgers, pizza and sandwiches near the race and sports book. (702) 777-7777.

Village Seafood Buffet Buffet Serves all-you-can-eat favorites of lobster, snow-crab legs, shrimp, oysters and sushi.

(702) 777-7943.

Voodoo Steak Steak House Enjoy a Tomahawk rib eye or fresh seafood selections with your view from the 50th floor.

(702) 862-3530.

The Wine Cellar & Tasting Room Wine Bar Tasting room and retail shop offers more than 100 wines by the glass and showcases 10,000 bottles. (702) 777-7962.

Bacchanal Buffet at Caesars Palace

GRAND FEAST The Buffet of Buffets is a 24-hour ticket to dine at seven different participating buffets.

Starting at $49.99 for Total Rewards members, Sunday–Thursday (weekend and holiday prices are higher), it lets you eat your way around Las Vegas with unlimited in-and-out access to the buffets of your choice until your 24-hour window expires.

So if you can’t decide between the miso-glazed duck at Paradise Garden, the Brazilian barbecue at Flavors or the Alaskan king crab at Spice Market, why try to choose? Have it all!

PARTICIPATING BUFFETS BACCHANAL BUFFET C A E S A R S PA L AC E

(additional $15, $20 and $25 for breakfast, lunch and dinner, respectively, per visit)

CARNIVAL WORLD BUFFET RIO ALL-SUITE HOTEL & C ASINO FLAVORS, THE BUFFET HARRAH’S LAS VEGAS PARADISE GARDEN BUFFET FLAMINGO LAS VEGAS SPICE MARKET BUFFET P L A N E T H O L LY W O O D R E S O R T & C A S I N O LE VILLAGE BUFFET PA R I S L A S V E G A S VILLAGE SEAFOOD BUFFET RIO ALL-SUITE HOTEL & C ASINO (additional $10)

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SPAGO american | the forum shops CUT steak | the palazzo POSTRIO american | the venetian LUPO italian | mandalay bay WOLFGANG PUCK BAR & GRILL american | mgm grand WOLFGANG PUCK PIZZERIA & CUCINA italian | the shops at crystals WOLFGANGPUCK.COM Submit your email address to vegasoffers@wolfgangpuck.com to sign up for offers and promotions.

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E N T E R TA I N M E N T B A L LY ’ S L A S V E G A S Jubilee Adult Lavish stage production has eye-catching, toe-tapping musical numbers and costumed showgirls—the last of their kind on the Las Vegas Strip. Tickets: (702) 777-2782.

AT T R A C T I O N S , H E A D L I N E R S & S H O W S

Olivia Newton-John at Flamingo Las Vegas

Olivia Newton-John Headliner Olivia Newton-John performs her hits, including songs from Grease and Xanadu, in a show that’s a musical journey through her career. Tickets: (702) 777-2782.

Véronic Voices Concert Female tribute artist Véronic pays homage to the most popular female recording artists in the world, including Lady Gaga, Madonna, Adele, Pink and Céline Dion.

Tickets: (702) 777-2782.

Vinnie Favorito Comedy Wise-guy comedian is known for his off-the-cuff roasts of audience members.

Tickets: (702) 777-2782.

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Elton John at Caesars Palace

Wildlife Habitat at The Flamingo Attraction Poolside paradise is home to Chilean flamingos, swans, ducks, pelicans, koi and turtles. (702) 733-3111.

X Burlesque Adult Revue combines imaginative choreography with outrageous props, such as bungees, bathtubs and beds to tease the crowd.

Tickets: (702) 777-2782.

Céline Dion Headliner Featuring a full orchestra and band, the show is set to a visually stunning presentation designed exclusively for the 4,300-seat Colosseum venue. Tickets: (877) 423-5463.

Elton John Headliner World-renowned singer and songwriter Elton John performs his hits in “The Million Dollar Piano.” Tickets: (800) 745-3000.

HARRAH’S LAS VEGAS An Evening with Rita Rudner Comedy Comedienne returns to the Las Vegas Strip with all new material. Tickets: (702) 777-2782.

Jerry Seinfeld Comedy Best-selling author, stand-up legend and sitcom superstar Jerry Seinfeld brings his take on life to The Colosseum stage.

Tickets: (800) 745-3000.

Matt Goss Headliner Backed by a nine-piece band, the British crooner is a throwback to old Vegas, singing original songs and popular covers.

Tickets: (800) 745-3000.

Donny & Marie Headliner The singing siblings perform their greatest hits—“a little bit country and a little bit rock ‘n‘ roll.” Tickets: (702) 777-2782.

Legends in Concert Tribute Impersonators pay homage to superstars of yesterday and today, performing as Elvis Presley, Michael Jackson, Madonna and more.

Tickets: (702) 777-2782.

Tony N’ Tina’s Wedding Dinner Show An interactive satire of an Italian-American wedding has audiences in the middle of the action, attending the ceremony and wild reception. Tickets: (702) 777-2782.

Absinthe Variety Vaudeville show, hosted by the Gazillionaire, has sexy burlesque numbers, comedy bits and astonishing acts of skill and strength.

Tickets: (800) 745-3000.

FLAMINGO LAS VEGAS

Defending the Caveman Comedy Solo play is a hilarious take on the relationship between men and women.

Tickets: (702) 777-2782.

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The Improv Comedy Club Comedy Comics have been making audiences laugh at this improv location since 1995.

Tickets: (702) 777-2782.

Rod Stewart Headliner Ready to rock? Rod Stewart performs the rock and R&B favorites that have defined his career.

Tickets: (800) 745-3000.

The Mac King Comedy Magic Show Magic Everyone loves the mad plaid magician.

Mac King’s act combines quirky humor, visual gags and sleight-of-hand tricks.

Tickets: (702) 777-2782.

Shania Twain Headliner A compilation of her most celebrated hits, including “Man! I Feel Like A Woman!” and “That Don’t Impress Me Much.”

Tickets: (800) 745-3000.

Million Dollar Quartet Musical Tony® Award-winning musical re-creates the day Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Elvis Presley met to jam at the Sun Records studio. Tickets: (702) 777-2782.

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The Auto Collections Attraction Take an audio tour of the more than 250 antique and historic automobiles at the world’s largest classic-car showroom. Tickets: (702) 794-3174.

Beatleshow! Tribute As close as you can get to a Beatles concert. Hear the band’s greatest hits performed live by a tribute band. Saxe Theater. Tickets: (702) 260-7200.

Frank Marino’s Divas Las Vegas Production You won’t believe your eyes—these gals are really guys. The energetic show stars Frank Marino and a cast of superstar female impersonators.

Tickets: (702) 777-2782.

Britney Spears Headliner The pop diva showcases her signature style, performing her infectious dance hits in her new show, “Britney: Piece of Me.” Tickets: (855) 234-7469.

Jeff Civillico Comedy Join world-champion juggler Jeff Civillico for an afternoon of fun at this all-ages comedy show.

Tickets: (702) 777-2782.

Stripper 101 Adult Let loose and have fun as you learn how to pole dance from the professionals. V Theater.

Tickets: (702) 260-7200.

Recycled Percussion Production You’ve seen them on NBC’s America’s Got Talent; now you can join in on the fun at this interactive show. Tickets: (702) 777-2782.

V–The Ultimate Variety Show Variety The best variety acts and Internet sensations perform in a family-friendly show. V Theater.

Tickets: (702) 260-7200.

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Vegas! The Show Variety A cast of showgirls, singers and dancers combine with a big-band orchestra and specialty acts to tell the story of Las Vegas. Saxe Theater.

Tickets: (702) 260-7200.

High Roller Attraction Topping out at 550 feet, it’s the tallest observation wheel in the world. View the Strip as never before.

(702) 694-8100.

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Recycled Percussion at The LINQ Hotel & Casino

PA R I S L A S V E G A S Anthony Cools Comedy In this adults-only show, hypnotist Anthony Cools taps into the subconscious naughtiness of audience volunteers. Tickets: (702) 777-2782.

Eiffel Tower Experience Attraction Take romance to new heights. The observation deck—460 feet above the Strip—has breathtaking, panoramic views. Tickets: (702) 946-4350.

Jersey Boys Musical Tony Award®-winning musical tells the story of the rise to fame of blue-collar boys Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons. Tickets: (702) 777-2782.

Jersey Boys at Paris Las Vegas

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GOLF COURSES Cascata Designed by renowned golf-course architect Rees Jones, Cascata is celebrated as one of the finest designs in the world and offers the ultimate in quality and service. One Cascata Drive, Boulder City, NV 89005.

Phone: (702) 294-2005. GolfCascata.com Rio Secco Golf Club Located in the foothills of the Black Mountains, and home of the Butch Harmon School of Golf, this challenging Rees Jones-designed course features holes running through steep canyons with others on plateaus overlooking the city. 2851 Grand Hills Dr., Henderson, NV 89052.

Phone: (702) 777-2400. RioSecco.net

RIO ALL-SUITE HOTEL & CASINO Chippendales Adult Experience “The Ultimate Girls Night Out®” when you visit the fast-paced Chippendales® revue, which features 12 chiseled male dancers. Tickets: (702) 777-2782.

MJ Live Tribute Show pays homage to the King of Pop with Justin Dean emulating the moves and sound of Michael Jackson. Crown Theater.

Tickets: (702) 777-2782.

Penn & Teller Magic The “Bad Boys of Magic” put on an edgy act mixing comedy and magic that involves knives, guns, fire and more.

Tickets: (702) 777-2782.

The Rat Pack Is Back! Tribute Relive the days when Las Vegas’ most famous entertainers put the town on the map with their music, comedy and iconic style.

Tickets: (702) 777-2782.

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VooDoo Zip Line Attraction Riders are propelled from the Rio’s Masquerade Tower to the Ipanema Tower, traveling at speeds reaching 33 mph.

Tickets: (702) 388-0477.

X Rocks Adult Las Vegas’ hottest all-rock, topless revue is a stimulating, high-voltage show pairing sensual dance routines with classic-rock anthems. Tickets: (702) 777-2782.

Rio Secco Golf Club

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Indigo Lounge Bustling lounge recaptures the splendors of a refined Las Vegas nightlife experience.

(702) 967-4111.

Bugsy’s Bar Video poker bar in the center of the action.

Liaison Nightclub Victor Drai introduces Liaison: the first-ever gay nightclub housed in a Las Vegas casino.

(702) 737-5225.

C A E S A R S PA L AC E Cleopatra’s Barge A vintage Vegas lounge. The venue transforms into The Gossy Room every Friday and Saturday night with entertainment by Matt Goss. (702) 791-7110.

FIZZ Las Vegas Offering couture cocktails and a carefully crafted menu, this high-end champagne lounge is perfect for sophisticated socializing.

(702) 776-3200.

Lobby Bar Sleek and stylish 24-hour lounge features a unique drink menu from mixologist Tony Abou-Ganim.

Omnia Nightclub OPENING SPRING 2015 Combining cutting-edge technology with seductive design, this sleek ultra-lounge from the Hakkasan Group features all the hallmarks of a luxurious late-night haunt: rooftop garden, panoramic views of the Strip and thousands of square feet in which to party.

Seahorse Lounge The laid-back lounge features a 1,700-gallon aquarium as its focal point. (702) 731-7110.

Shadow Bar Flair bartenders spin bottles and whip up trendy cocktails as performers dance behind backlit screens. (702) 731-7110.

THE CROMWELL Bound by Salvatore Relax in this sophisticated lounge with a carefully crafted cocktail from esteemed mixologist, Salvatore Calabrese.

Drai’s After Hours After-hours nightclub for those who don’t want the party to end. Open Thursday through Sunday, from 1 a.m.

It’s 5 O’Clock Somewhere Bar Wastin’ away has never been more fun than at this cheerful Las Vegas bar at the heart of the Margaritaville Casino.

HARRAH’S LAS VEGAS Carnaval Court This party spot is home of the world’s top flair bartenders and live daily entertainment.

Open until 4 a.m. (702) 693-6143.

The Piano Bar Offers a full slate of live shows including Cook E. Jarr, Pete “Big Elvis” Vallee, dueling pianos and karaoke.

THE LINQ HOTEL & CASINO TAG Sports Bar Sporting events from around the globe stream live 24 hours a day at TAG, which features 300 domestic and imported bottled beers and offers interactive, electronic gaming.

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THE LINQ PROMENADE BLVD. Cocktail Company Guests sip finely crafted cocktails, oversize martinis and hard-to-find spirits at this sophisticated piano bar and social club.

Brooklyn Bowl There’s more to this New York City transplant than its famed fried chicken, including its 32 lanes for bowling, nightly concert schedule and menu filled with gourmet comfort food

by Blue Ribbon restaurant.

(702) 862-2695.

BLVD. Cocktail Company at The LINQ

O’Sheas The Strip’s favorite party destination is back with low-minimum gaming tables, beer-pong tables, live music and budgetfriendly drink specials.

Purple Zebra You can mix and match combinations at this self-serve daiquiri bar, featuring 30 different flavors and dozens of candy toppings.

Drai’s Beach Club • Nightclub Perched 11 stories above the Strip, this 65,000-square-foot rooftop club offers a nonstop party set to music from the world’s best DJs. (702) 737-0555.

Interlude This casino lounge is the ideal vantage point for people-watching, socializing or just taking a break.

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NIGHTLIFE PA R I S L A S V E G A S Chateau Nightclub & Gardens Stimulating club goers with three separate nightlife experiences: a high-energy nightclub, magnificent Strip-side Chateau Terrace and blossoming Chateau Gardens.

(702) 776-7777. chateaunightclublv.com Le Cabaret The charming lounge offers entertainment seven nights a week. (702) 946-7000.

Napoleon’s Dueling Piano Bar Pianists square off nightly to play your requests. A full-service bar, including a menu of carefully selected champagnes, is available.

(702) 946-7000.

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Napoleon’s Dueling Piano Bar at Paris Las Vegas

Extra Lounge At the Sin City headquarters of entertainment news program Extra, kick back with a cocktail as the TV show’s correspondents and crew get up close and personal with Tinseltown’s hotshots. (702) 785-5555.

Heart Bar The pulse of Planet Hollywood beats throughout the resort’s phenomenal three-acre casino.

At the core is Heart, where thirst is quenched around the clock. (702) 785-5555.

The Playing Field Lounge Planet Hollywood’s very own double-header.

Its daytime Race and Sports Book transforms into a nocturnal lounge. (702) 785-5555.

RIO ALL-SUITE HOTEL & CASINO Flirt Lounge A haven where women gather after a Chippendales show, one of the steamiest male revues in Vegas. (702) 777-7777.

Chateau Nightclub & Gardens at Paris Las Vegas

iBar The ultra-lounge in the heart of the resort features interactive tabletops, DJs and go-go dancers. (702) 777-7777.

VooDoo Rooftop Nightclub Flair bartenders mix up wild concoctions such as the Witch Doctor. Sip a signature cocktail inside on the 51st floor or on the outdoor deck, where you can take in the breathtaking view of the Las Vegas Strip. (702) 777-7800.

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RESTAURANT GUY SAVOY GUY SAVOY 餐厅 最佳的就餐去处。 Guy Savoy餐厅周到的服务、精致的氛围、丰 富多样的主厨菜单、可口的传统法国菜只需体验一次，便会成为 你一生都难以忘怀的就餐体验。 在主厨Guy Savoy最拿手的菜品 中，要数创新和标志性菜单最值得推荐，包括他的柔滑洋蓟、黑 松露汤和经典的“鱼子酱之色”。 如果有兴趣寻求更非比寻常 的体验，库克厅的私人就餐体验提供时令尝鲜菜单，并且可以看 到厨房的景象，观赏厨师制作菜品的全过程。 该米其林二星级 餐厅位于凯撒宫酒店奥古斯都大厦内。 caesarspalace.com/restaurants/guy-savoy

GIADA 餐厅 著名厨师 Giada De Laurentiis 在拉斯维加斯拥有188 个房间的精品酒店Cromwell开设了她的第一家餐馆。 菜 单由清淡的意大利美食组成，包括新鲜的意大利面、面包 和开胃菜。 甚至还有素食和无麸质菜单供有饮食需要的 人选择。 餐厅位于度假酒店的二楼，可看到街对面音乐 喷泉表演的全景。 在空间设计方面，De Laurentiis 表 示她希望餐厅看起来温馨、友好，给人宾至如归的感觉。 餐厅供应早餐、中餐和晚餐。 thecromwell.com/giada

THE FORUM SHOPS AT CAESARS 凯撒宫古罗马购物中心 凯撒宫古罗马购物中心有逾160家专卖店和餐馆，是拉斯维加斯 非常著名的高端购物广场。 许多世界顶级奢侈品牌如古驰、 大卫·雅曼、路易威登、巴宝莉、唐龙和苹果电脑 都在这家以罗 马为主题的购物中心设有门店。 古罗马购物中心本身甚至成为 一大景点，每年有超过2800万人到此参观。 forumshops.com

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Andrea’s Dining Chef Joseph Elevado combines hip Asian dining with a sexy atmosphere. Wynn Las Vegas, (702) 770-3463.

The Beatles LOVE Production This show combines the magic and acrobatics of Cirque du Soleil with the music of The Beatles. The Mirage Hotel and Casino.

Tickets: (702) 792-7777.

The Buffet at Wynn Dining Indulge at 15 live-action cooking stations featuring freshly grilled meats and seafood.

Wynn Las Vegas, (702) 770-3340.

Hyde Nightlife Sophisticated indoor/outdoor lounge overlooks the Bellagio’s dancing fountains.

Bellagio, (702) 693-8700.

Maverick Helicopter Tours

Maverick Airlines Adventure Express flights to Grand Canyon West, home of the Skywalk, or to the South Rim of the Grand Canyon. (702) 405-4300.

FlyMaverick.com Maverick Helicopter Tours Adventure Ascend to the skies with Maverick Helicopters.

First-class excursions above the Strip, Grand Canyon and Colorado River. (702) 405-4300.

FlyMaverick.com Mustang Helicopter Adventure Experience breathtaking bird’s-eye views of the Grand Canyon and Hoover Dam aboard a luxurious ECO-Star Helicopter.

(702) 262-6199. SoarMustang.com Le Réve – The Dream Production Aquatic adventure features aerial acrobatics, high dives and synchronized swimmers.

Wynn Las Vegas. Tickets: (702) 770-9966.

Zarkana by Cirque du Soleil Production Blending circus arts with acrobats, the show creates a surreal world where physical virtuosity rubs shoulders with the bizarre.

Aria Resort & Casino. Tickets: (855) 927-5262.

Zumanity by Cirque du Soleil Production The sensual side of Cirque du Soleil. The provocative show features sensual acrobatics and is intended for adults 18 and over.

New York-New York Hotel & Casino.

Tickets: (866) 606-7111.

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S PA S & S A LO N S B A L LY ’ S L A S V E G A S Spa at Bally’s Hours: 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., daily Appointments: (702) 967-4366

C A E S A R S PA L AC E COLOR—A Salon by Michael Boychuck Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sunday through Thursday; 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., Friday and Saturday.

Appointments: (866) 730-7791 Qua Baths & Spa Hours: 6 a.m. to 8 p.m., daily

Planet Hollywood Spa by Mandara

Appointments: (866) 782-0655

FLAMINGO LAS VEGAS The Spa at Flamingo Hours: 6 a.m. to 8 p.m., daily Appointments: (702) 733-3535

HARRAH’S LAS VEGAS The Spa at Harrah’s Hours: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., daily Appointments: (702) 369-5126

THE LINQ PROMENADE Style Lounge Hours: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Sunday through Thursday; 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Friday and Saturday.

Appointments: (702) 685-5858

Barber Shop at Qua Baths & Spa, Caesars Palace COLOR—A Salon by Michael Boychuck at Caesars Palace

PA R I S L A S V E G A S Paris Spa by Mandara Hours: 6 a.m. to 7 p.m., daily Appointments: (702) 946-4366

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Cannot be combined with any other offer. Management reserves all rights. Zumanity has been created for guests 18 years and older.

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STORES Apparel, Jewelry and Specialty Shops

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T H E FO RU M SH O P S AT CAESARS

STORE DIRECTORY ADDRESS: 3500 S. LAS VEGAS BLVD., LAS VEGAS, NV 89109 (702) 893-4800

HOURS

Sunday–Thursday, 10 a.m.–11 p.m. daily Friday & Saturday, 10 a.m.–midnight

WWW.FORUMSHOPS.COM FACEBOOK.COM/FORUMSHOPS TWITTER.COM/THE_FORUM_SHOPS

Some establishments open even earlier and later.

Free valet and covered parking available

WOMEN’S APPAREL

Tommy Bahama

702 933 6888

L.K.Bennett

702 359 0660

702 894 9460

La Martina

702 735 9763

La Perla

702 732 9820

702 732 0569

Anne Fontaine

702 733 6205

Vilebrequin

BCBG MAXAZRIA

702 699 5498

CHILDREN’S APPAREL & TOYS

bebe

702 735 8885

Gap Kids

702 737 1550

Lacoste

702 791 7616

Caché

702 796 3532

Kids Kastle

702 369 5437

Loro Piana

702 369 0497

iane von D Furstenberg

702 879 2692

Lucky Brand Jeans

702 369 2536

Elie Tahari

702 732 2454

Marc

by Marc Jacobs

702 734 0220

Moncler

COMING SOON

Polo Ralph Lauren

COMING SOON

REDValentino

702 737 7614

Balenciaga

702 732 1660

Scoop NYC

702 734 0026

Brighton Collectibles

702 933 1330

Ted Baker London

702 369 4755

Coach

702 651 0363

Thomas Pink

702 696 1713

Fendi

702 732 9040

Gucci

702 369 7333

Henri Bendel

702 836 9025

Longchamp

702 837 5780

Louis Vuitton

702 732 1227

Michael Kors

702 869 0010

Mulberry

702 382 0496

Tumi

702 369 5885

SPECIALTY APPAREL 7 For All Mankind

702 369 0924

Abercrombie & Fitch Co.

702 731 0712

Agent Provocateur

702 696 7174

AllSaints

702 920 0745

A|X Armani Exchange

702 733 1666

Banana Republic

702 650 5623

Emilio Pucci

702 735 7731

Giorgio Armani

COMING SOON

M Missoni

702 862 4583

Marc Jacobs

702 369 2007

Marciano

702 369 0322

Sandro

702 464 5170

St. John

702 893 0044

BOSS Hugo Boss

702 696 9444

Tadashi

702 733 6071

Burberry

702 731 0650

True Religion

702 369 4621

Tatyana Designs

702 369 8277

CH C arolina Herrera

702 894 5242

Valentino

702 862 4653

Tommy Bahama The Shop for Women

702 933 6888

Chrome Hearts

702 893 9949

Versace

702 932 5757

Custo Barcelona

702 893 0015

Victoria’s Secret

702 893 0903

Tory Burch

702 369 3459

Diesel

702 791 5927

Alfred Dunhill Brooks Brothers Coach Men’s

DKNY

702 650 9670

Emporio Armani

702 650 5200

Express

702 892 0421

Gap

702 737 1550

Guess

NIKE

702 792 2274

Art Encounter

702 733 2000

Kush Fine Art Gallery

702 650 3444

artin Lawrence M Galleries

702 991 5990

Peter Lik Gallery

702 836 3310

Rotella Gallery

702 431 6030

702 650 8888

SPECIALTY SHOPS ENTERTAINMENT / MUSIC / VIDEO Bath & Body Works

702 796 4902

702 737 1816

Casa Fuente Cigars

702 731 5051

702 734 0182

Antiquities

ATHLETIC APPAREL / ACCESSORIES

702 979 3936 702 369 0705

ART GALLERIES

HANDBAGS / LUGGAGE

MEN’S APPAREL

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Montblanc

The Apple Store

702 684 8800

Ermenegildo Zegna

702 369 5458

John Varvatos

702 939 0922

H&M

702 207 0167

Field of Dreams

702 792 8233

Art of Shaving

COMING SOON

Pal Zileri

702 431 5721

James Perse

702 693 5482

Kemo Sabe

702 862 4800

Dior Beauty

702 369 6072

COSMETICS / SKIN CARE

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Fresh

702 631 5000

SHOES

Inglot

702 735 9064

Bally

702 893 7718

Kiehl’s Since 1851

702 784 0025

Christian Louboutin

702 818 8444

Donald J Pliner

702 796 0900

Fendi Shoe Salon

702 732 9040

Giuseppe Zanotti

702 866 0055

Jimmy Choo

702 691 2097

Salvatore Ferragamo

702 933 9333

MAC 702 369 8770 Cosmetics NARS

702 749 1525

Oro Gold Cosmetics

702 369 0752

Sephora

702 228 3535

JEWELRY Baccarat

702 693 6877

Sergio Rossi

702 734 0991

Blancpain

COMING SOON

Shoooz at The Forum

702 734 7600

Breitling

702 862 4440 Skechers Fitness

702 433 0560

Stuart Weitzman

702 369 9222

Tod’s

702 792 1422

UGG Australia

702 430 7250

The Walking Company

702 792 8400

Cartier David Yurman

702 418 3904 702 794 4545

Hearts On Fire

702 946 1990

Hublot

702 489 9444

Pandora

702 489 2674

Panerai

702 727 3310

Rolex Boutique

702 794 3541

Roman Times

702 733 8687

Swarovski

702 836 3257

Swatch

702 734 1093

Tiffany & Co.

702 644 3065

Tourneau

702 862 2700

Van Cleef & Arpels

702 696 7139

GIFTS Caesars

702 731 7851

Forum Gifts & Sundries

702 699 5415

Magnet Maximus

702 369 0195

Planet Hollywood Super Store

702 791 7827

Welcome to Las Vegas

702 691 9911

The Forum Shops at Caesars offers a premier luxury-shopping experience. Combining many of the world’s most exclusive luxury retailers and top restaurants, the Roman-themed shopping center has even become a destination in itself, attracting more than 28 million people to the mall each year.

SPECIALTY FOOD / CONFECTIONS EYEWEAR Davante

702 737 8585

Davante Sun

702 737 0023

Ciao Ciao Cafe

702 697 7986

Vosges Haut- Chocolat

702 836 9866

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T H E LIN Q P RO MEN ADE

STORE DIRECTORY ADDRESS: 3545 S. LAS VEGAS BLVD., LAS VEGAS, NV 89109 (702) 322-0560 WWW.THELINQ.COM FACEBOOK.COM/THELINQ TWITTER.COM/THELINQ

HOURS

Sunday, 10 a.m.–10 p.m.

Monday–Thursday, 10 a.m.–11 p.m.

Friday & Saturday, 10 a.m.–midnight Some establishments open even earlier and later.

Free valet with self parking available underneath the High Roller observation wheel.

The LINQ Promenade is an open-air shopping, dining and entertainment district, anchored by the world’s tallest observation wheel, the 550-foot-tall High Roller. Located at the heart of the world-famous Las Vegas Strip, The LINQ Promenade features more than 30 unique venues and plays host to a variety of special events, concerts and festivals.

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12A.M. Run

702 912 5698

Bella Scarpa

702 892 8018

Chili Beans

424 901 9629

Ghirardelli

702 650 0096

Goorin Bros.

702 732 4287

Kitson

702 836 0925

KOTO

702 486 5117

Polaroid Fotobar

702 793 2040

Ruby Blue

702 474 0166

Sky Shop

702 322 0605

The Style Lounge

702 685 5858

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Drinks on me tonight!

Hash House a Go Go = WOW

We | the High Roller

Introducing The LINQ, the newest hotel at the heart of the Strip. Recharge in our urban art-inspired rooms, just steps away from endless shopping and dining options you won’t find anywhere else in Vegas.

Let originality become your reality at TheLINQ.com Must be 21 or older to gamble. Know When To Stop Before You Start.® Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-522-4700. ©2014, Caesars License Company, LLC.

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M IRACLE MILE SH O P S AT P LAN ET H O LLYWO O D R E S OR T & C A S I NO

STORE DIRECTORY HOURS

ADDRESS: 3663 S. LAS VEGAS BLVD., LAS VEGAS, NV 89109 (702) 866-0703

Sunday–Thursday, 10 a.m.–11 p.m.

Friday & Saturday, 10 a.m.–Midnight

WWW.MIRACLEMILESHOPSLV.COM FACEBOOK.COM/MIRACLEMILESHOPSLV TWITTER.COM/MIRACLEMILELV

Some establishments open even earlier and later.

Free valet and covered parking available

WOMEN’S APPAREL BCBGeneration

702 732 4489

BCBG MAXAZRIA

702 735 2947

ART GALLERIES

CHILDREN’S APPAREL & TOYS

SPECIALTY SHOPS

Citta Delle Luci

ABC Stores

702 733 7182

Art of Music

702 313 7664

ABC Stores

702 735 5006

Kush Fine Art

702 363 1990

Alpaca Imports

702 862 8297

Britney:

702 750 9681

702 862 4949

SPECIALTY APPAREL bebe

702 892 0406

Bikini Bay

702 699 5597

American Apparel

Caché Chico’s Frederick’s

702 699 5448 702 732 2816 702 731 9360

of Hollywood Hervé Léger

702 732 4529

LOFT

702 732 3348

Marciano

702 650 9928

Marshall Rousso

702 733 0611

Mimi Mango S.Y.L.K. Stash Womens Tatyana Designs Victoria’s Secret White House|

702 699 5597 702 823 5082 702 794 0003 702 636 1100 702 735 3174 702 732 2562

702 369 7394

Billabong

702 454 7143

U Wanna Piece of Me?

Crazy Shirts

702 893 7780

Brookstone

French Connection

702 733 6420

Cashman Photo Magic 702 792 3686

Gap

702 862 4042

Gap Maternity

702 862 4042

Guess

702 836 9711

H&M

702 369 1195

Lucky Brand Jeans

702 733 6612

Quiksilver/Roxy

702 731 1521

Tommy Bahama

702 731 3988

True Religion

702 893 2340

Brand Jeans Urban Outfitters

702 733 0058

Vegas Royalty

702 731 1956

Volcom

702 369 2340

Black Market

Club Tattoo

702 734 0193

702 363 2582

Fat Tuesday

Napoleon

702 693 6996

Foot Locker/

702 733 4942

702 733 6005

702 699 5363

HANDBAGS /LUGGAGE Travel +

702 464 5805

ENTERTAINMENT / MUSIC / VIDEO

Francesca’s

Saxe Theater

702 260 7200

Test America

702 369 2421

V Theater

702 260 7200

702 735 0121 702 431 7299

Garrett Popcorn Shops 702 445 6501 GNC

702 432 0858

Guess Accessories

702 892 0658

Hattitude

702 732 1232

Houdini’s Magic Shop

702 314 4674

Las Vegas Fight Shop

702 366 0502

Magnet Max

702 693 6719

Nestle’s Toll House

702 731 0202

ATHLETIC APPAREL / ACCESSORIES Champs Sports

Wyland Galleries

Tattoo & Body Piercing

Café MEN’S APPAREL

Oh My Godard Gallery 702 699 9099

Street Corner News

702 731 3421

Sugar Factory

702 866 0777

TAGS Evolution

702 998 8778

COSMETICS / SKIN CARE Adore

702 732 0170

The Art of Shaving

702 802 6381

Basin White

702 691 2726

Bath & Body Works

702 836 0875

The Body Shop

702 733 7350

LUSH Fresh Handmade Cosmetics

COMING SOON

M.A.C. Cosmetics

COMING SOON

Original Diva

702 836 9112

Sephora

702 737 0550

Yves Chantre

702 836 9940

Original Penguin

702 734 0089

House of Hoops

Shaunz

702 792 5255

Lids

702 732 0061

Tervis

702 477 6725

JEWELRY

Stash Men’s

702 893 0010

Lids Locker Room

702 369 8158

Vegas The Store

702 892 0311

Aldo Accessories

702 369 2307

Vercini

702 560 1701

Shoe Palace

702 734 0285

Zen Zone

702 735 1195

Alex & Ani

702 823 5555

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Brighton Collectibles

702 313 2220

Fossil

702 678 6466

Kay Jewelers

702 784 0644

Landau

702 737 7342

Pandora

702 836 9591

Shemoni Sterling

702 893 9996

Silver Jewelry Sophia Fiori

702 998 9550

Diamond Boutique Swarovski

702 732 7302

The TitanFactory

702 735 1693

EYEWEAR Solstice

702 369 3103

Sunglass Boutique Sunglass Hut

702 732 3426

Sunglass Hut

702 731 2558

Sunglass Hut (kiosk)

702 894 9815

Sunglass Hut (kiosk)

702 731 0620

Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino is a 1.2-mile-long ring of retail and entertainment complex centered on the Las Vegas Strip.

The shopping center features 170 specialty stores, 15 restaurants and several live entertainment venues.

SHOES Aldo

702 369 1311

Bakers

702 697 0041

Call It Spring

702 734 0088

Chinese Laundry

702 836 9707

David Z NYC Footwear 702 699 5661 DC Shoes

702 369 2730

Journeys

702 732 9407

Skechers

702 207 2360

Steve Madden

702 733 7766

The Walking Company 702 734 7150 VEGAS PLAYER M A G A Z I NE

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WIL D CAR D

S HINING IN TH E SP O TLIGH T

L AS V E G AS

FLAMINGO

Donny Osmond grew up onstage. He was just five, barely of school age, when he first performed on The Andy Williams Show.

He hasn’t stopped since.

“Fifty years in entertainment, or any career for that matter, is a milestone achievement,” Donny admits, attributing his longevity to reinventing himself and his music. “It’s something I learned back in the eighties, to adapt.

Music is only limited to the technology that’s available, and a person’s creativity.”

Donny will soon be releasing his 60th album, The Soundtrack of My Life. A free mobile app is cur rently available for download at Donny.com, which tells fans the stories behind his new record and gives them sneak previews of each track.

“Each song holds a special memory for me. I share those stories, and some personal ones about Michael Jackson, Elton John and Frank Sinatra, to name a few,” he says of the bonus material on the mobile app.

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A STEP ABOVE

Marie Osmond, who has been performing with her brother Donny at Flamingo Las Vegas since 2008, says she feels blessed to have had the opportunity to tour, record albums and appear on Broadway and on television for so long.

“In this business, it’s important to challenge yourself,” she says. “Not just yourself, but also your audience. The root of our success is that we have some of the most amazing fans; performing in Las Vegas is convenient for them because they know we are going to be someplace consistent.”

PHOTOGRAPH BY ROBERT ADAM MAYER

DONNY & MARIE PERFORM AT FLAMINGO LAS VEGAS. FOR TICKETS, VISIT THE RESORT BOX OFFICE OR CALL (702) 777-2782.

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T h e T i m e p i e c e C o nn o i s s e u r ’s M a g a z i n e

DEFINING LUXURY: FEATURED IN THIS ISSUE A. Lange & Söhne Audemars Piguet Bell & Ross Blancpain Boucheron Breguet Breitling Bremont Bulgari Calvin Klein Cartier Chanel Chopard Corum Davidoff Dior Fendi

Franck Muller Glashütte Original Gucci Harry Winston Hermès

Hublot IWC Jacob & Co. Jaquet Droz Longines Louis Vuitton Montblanc Omega Oris Patek Philippe Piaget Picchiotti Rado

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS MIDNIGHT IN PARIS WATCH POETIC COMPLICATIONS™

Richard Mille Rolex Swarovski TAG Heuer Tissot Tudor

Ulysse Nardin Vacheron Constantin Van Cleef & Arpels

BRAND FINDER Where To Find Luxury Timepieces in Las Vegas

WATC H PERSONALITY

CLASSICALLY CRAFTED

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BOUTIQUE LAS VEGAS The Forum Shops at Caesars Tel: 702 489 9444 www.hublot.com •

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ABOUT TIME

IT’S ABOUT STYLE

A L OOK AT T ODAY’ S WAT C H TAST ES

STABLE TIMES

BY ARIEL ADAMS Watch lovers can’t stop debating the effect that Apple will have on the timepiece industry when it debuts its upcoming Apple Watch—set for an early 2015 release.

Unlike most wrist gadgets that preceded it, the Apple Watch is most certainly an item meant to capture the attention of traditional watch lovers in terms of both style and construction. While the Apple Watch may prove highly useful, it will never replace the value (both monetary and sentimental) of a traditional luxury timepiece. If smart watches nevertheless prove impossible to live without, will the Apple Watch dominate the luxury watch industry? Maybe not. If anything, Apple brings a new level of attention to the timepiece industry as a whole that has arguably been absent since people began to rely on their phones to tell time. The watch industry is about to experience an impressive surge in interest.

WATCH MAKER TIMEPIECE CONNOISSEUR

Las Vegas has always been a hot spot for timepieces.

Independent watch retailers often claim that they are in the “celebration business,” for people looking to commemorate a special occasion. Las Vegas watch stores taken as a whole represent one of the most impressive selections of timepiece inventory in the world.

Due out in early 2015, the Apple Watch is designed to offer a wide range of functions beyond telling time.

Harry Lee, the assistant store director of the Las Vegas watch retailer Bellusso Jewelers explains that 90 percent of his customers are tourists, often from overseas, who flock to Las Vegas to admire rare or exotic timepieces.

ON THE COVER

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS

MIDNIGHT IN PARIS POETIC COMPLICATIONS™ ROSE GOLD

$83,000

With Swiss mechanical movement and 33 hours of power reserve, the 41-mm Midnight in Paris timepiece features an aventurine glass dial, set in an 18-karat rose gold, that glitters against a blue background as it rotates around the clock to indicate the exact position of the stars in the Paris sky.

DIAMETER: 41 millimeters STRAP: Alligator MOVEMENT: Swiss mechanical movement

based on a Jaeger-LeCoultre 849 movement

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Stores like Bellusso Jewelers, are known to cater to seasoned horological aficionados looking for highly ornate and complicated timepieces that can be priced into the several hundreds of thousands of dollars, from brands such as Breguet, Vacheron Constantin, Patek Philippe, Greubel Forsey and many more. Having said that, Lee estimates that most luxury watch buyers in Las Vegas will spend $10,000 to $100,000 per timepiece.

“For a man, other than a wedding band, his watch may be his entire jewelry wardrobe.”

—Robert Penner, operator/owner of Roman Times and Hublot Boutique in The Forum Shops at Caesars As times change, so do tastes in watches and purchasing habits. With that said, the most popular mainstream luxury-watch brands remain consistent when it comes to sales in Las Vegas; companies such as Omega, Rolex, IWC and Breitling remain top sellers by volume. But how have their collections evolved over the last few years?

Vacheron Constantin’s Traditionnelle 14-day Tourbillon in 18-karat rose gold has an inhouse movement and bears the prestigious Hallmark of Geneva. The 42-mm watch features a tourbillon and power-reserve indicator, and will run for a full 14 days between windings ($292,700).

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Patrimony Traditionnelle Perpetual Calendar

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ABOUT TIME

IT’S ABOUT STYLE Watch buyers in Las Vegas—and perhaps across the world—are now more interested in lasting value and style compared to their habits five or ten years ago when experimentation and risk taking were more common.

Lee suggests that masculine sport watches are still extremely popular, but size (diameter of a watch case) preferences have downscaled compared to those of just a few years ago. Even the classic dress watch is showing signs of returning popularity.

In Las Vegas, expressions of wealth are becoming more understated. Boldly luxurious watches are waning in popularity as opposed to handsome watches that more quietly reflect one’s personal success and station in life. Watch tastes can actually be correlated to economic conditions; when markets are risk averse and conservative, so are the watches people wear.

C E L E B R AT I N G S O CCE R STAR TIME TIMEPIECE CONNOISSEUR

TIMEPIECES “ H U B L O T LOVE S F OOTBALL” CAM PAI GN HONO R S P ELÉ

Chef Thomas Keller, chef and owner of the world-renowned French Laundry restaurant in Napa Valley, wearing Vacheron Constantin.

“These miraculous little machines upon our wrists represent the pinnacle of mankind’s handcraftsmanship and artistic skills.”

—Robert Penner, operator/owner of Roman Times and Hublot Boutique in The Forum Shops at Caesars

Hublot, the Official Timekeeper for FIFA World Cup, partnered recently with Brazilian soccer legend Pelé to produce the limited-edition Classic Fusion Aero Pelé Chronograph. The 45-mm watch has a polished-satin finished ceramic case, an automated mechanical Aero Hublot chronograph movement with a sapphire dial and Pelé’s signature on the timepiece’s back case.

P H OTO S CO U R TE S Y OF ( P E L É ) H U B LOT; ( C H E F T H O M AS KE L L E R ) VAC H E RO N CO N STA N T I N .

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levers, wheels, and springs in the 1815 Up/Down calibre,

sapphire-crystal back reveals the fascinating interaction of

Langeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s master watchmakers meticulously perfect them

quite a few of them. Treat yourself to a close-up look. For

by hand. Aficionados will appreciate the fact that not all of

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ABOUT TIME

BRAND FINDER

IT’S ABOUT STYLE

Van Cleef & Arpels CHARMS Playful and elegant, the 38-mm Charms timepiece is adorned with an Alhambra guilloché dial with Swiss quartz movement and a diamond bezel set in 18-karat white gold ($40,400).

A. LA NGE & SÖHNE

Bellusso Jewelry & Timepieces Casino Level, The Palazzo (702) 650-2988

FRANCK MULLER

Roman Times The Forum Shops at Caesars (702) 733-8687

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Horologio The Venetian (702) 733-0016

TIMEPIECE CONNOISSEUR

HUBLOT

A. Lange & Söhne

RICHARD LANGE PERPETUAL CALENDAR “TERRALUNA”

The regulator dial of the 45-mm “Terraluna” accommodates the four precisely jumping perpetual calendar displays: date, day of the week, month and leap year. An orbital moon-phase display for the Northern Hemisphere can be admired through the sapphire-crystal case back ($230,400).

Hublot Boutique Las Vegas The Forum Shops at Caesars (702) 489-9444

IWC

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PORTUGUESE PERPETUAL CALENDAR This timepiece has an automatic mechanical perpetual calendar with a week of power reserve. The 44-mm watch has an 18-karat red gold case, dark brown alligator strap and displays the perpetual moon phase for both the Northern and Southern Hemispheres ($41,600).

Casino Level, The Palazzo Resort Hotel Casino (702) 650-0817

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Roman Times The Forum Shops at Caesars (702) 733-8687

VACHE RON C ONSTANTIN BOUTIQUE The Palazzo (702) 650-2988

Vacheron Constantin VAN CLEEF & ARPELS

The Forum Shops at Caesars (702) 696-7139

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PATRIMONY LADY

The stunning Patrimony Lady in 18-karat rose gold has a diamond bezel and diamond minute indicators. The watch features in-house automatic winding movement and bears the prestigious Hallmark of Geneva ($59,900).

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IWC AquAtImer. engIneered for dIvers.

Aquatimer Chronograph Edition

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“Expedition Charles Dar win”. Ref. 3795: People are often jealous of things they would

ble features. So, if your dive buddy happens to glance jealously at your watch as you go

like to own. In this respect, jealousy is just a form of acknowledgement, and the truth of the notion can be se e n from this watch. T he

through your next safety check, take it as a i wc . e n g i n e e r e d fo r m e n . compliment.

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Hublot CLASSIC FUSION CHRONOGRAPH KING This classic Hublot watch features automatic mechanical chronograph movement with a white alligator and rubber strap and white diamond bezel ($34,800).

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Glashütte Original celebrates women with its new Pavonina collection of feminine timepieces, which are impressive and seductive just as the contemporary, confident women for whom they were created. The 31-mm watch has an 18-karat red gold case with mocha enamel dial and pavé diamonds set in a stylized peacock tail— for which the Pavonina was named ($75,000).

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