Where Magazine Las Vegas Oct 2019

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16 Lil Jon and other acts set to bring down the house.

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THE GUIDE Entertainment 30 Dining 32 Shopping 44 Attractions 48 Nightlife 48 Explore 49

Eat, Drink and Enjoy Scary

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Fall is synonymous with partying in Vegas.

Get the scoop on food fests, Oktoberfests and Halloween thrills.

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Discover the opulence, glitz, artistic flourish and decadence that’s in store at the Venetian/Palazzo/ Grand Canal Shoppes.

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Globally recognized as the premier address for luxury retail, The Forum Shops at Caesars Palace is also home to a diverse collection of restaurants that are perfect for every taste.

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ESSENTIALS Editor’s Note 10 Ask the Expert 14 Maps 50 Where Next 54 Parting Shot 56

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EDITOR’S NOTE 2019

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working on a new sculpture using a locally sourced tree.

So the next time you hear someone say Vegas is all glitz and no heart, you know they’re not looking past what’s on the outside.

Here’s to knowing better!

KALPANA RAMGOPAL Editor, WhereTraveler Las Vegas @wherelasvegas

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egas is much like an onion—it has many layers. And if you can look past whether or not you’re a fan of the bulb, you’ll see that Sin City’s glitzy facade is just the outer layer, with foodie destination, natural wonder, musical hub and cultural gem making up a few of the inner rings. And there’s plenty within these pages to second that.

October is a month when much of the activity heads to the streets.

Between food and wine fests and Halloween celebrations that fall into the family friendly and adults-only zones, it’s a great time to party. For details, check out our feature Eat, Drink and Enjoy Scary.

Speaking of eating, Bazaar Meat at the recently renamed SAHARA Las Vegas brings its decadent Dessert Graffiti concept from Beverly Hills to Vegas. Every month, diners can expect gorgeously crafted—for the eyes and the taste buds—desserts around a theme that support a cause. Last month was all about bees, with desserts inspired by honey and a portion of the proceeds benefiting The Bee Informed Partnership.

Staying with inspiring ideas, it’s last call to see Japanese artist Yasuaki Onishi’s exhibition “Permeating Landscape” at the Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art, which ends Oct. 27. You might also catch Onishi

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EXPERT TIP: Visit the Fremont Street Experience at least once.

A: Della’s Kitchen at Delano Las Vegas offers fresh farm-to-table food and the hand-made butter is one of the best things I’ve ever tasted.

Q: WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE PLACE TO SEND FIRST-TIME VISITORS TO LAS VEGAS? A: Mastro’s Ocean Club

Q: WHERE IS YOUR FAVORITE SPECIAL-OCCASION SPOT? A: Rivea at Delano Las

Vegas. The restaurant, located on the 64th floor, has delicious food and an excellent view of the Strip.

Q: WHAT IS THE BEST WAY FOR COUPLES TO EXPLORE VEGAS? A: I recommend helicop-

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don’t realize how far it is from one place to another.

Q: WHAT’S THE MUST-DO THING IN THE CITY RIGHT NOW? A: Escape the heat at pool

parties. One of the newest is KAOS, an outdoor

Q: WHAT SHOULD HISTORY BUFFS VISIT IN LAS VEGAS? A: The Neon Museum

and the Mob Museum are great attractions for history buffs to visit in downtown Las Vegas.

Q: WHERE SHOULD FANS GO TO WATCH SPORTS IN LAS VEGAS? A: Lagasse’s Stadium at

club open day and night at Palms Casino Resort.

People also love JEMAA at NoMad Las Vegas and Wet Republic at MGM Grand.

Q: WHAT’S ONE SPOT IN THE CITY THAT KEEPS YOU COMING BACK?

The Palazzo.

Q: WHERE SHOULD NATURE LOVERS GO IN LAS VEGAS? A: Red Rock Canyon is a

short drive from the Strip and has a variety of trails and amazing views.

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ter tours with Maverick for the best aerial view of the valley. For couples exploring the city on foot, I recommend the monorail systems that travel from resort to resort. People

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Red Rock Canyon is a short drive from the Strip and has a variety of trails and amazing views.

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located at The Shops at Crystals. The warm butter cake desert is to die for!

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Those who hear “Yeah!” “Ok!” emanating from Jewel Nightclub will wish they bought tickets to see one of the creators of crunk, live. Don’t be the one left wondering “Turn Down for What.” Join the party to get your fill of Lil Jon’s catchphrases and dance the night away as the Grammy Awardwinning rapper and DJ brings down the house with his countless hits.

Jewel Nightclub, Aria, 702.590.8000.

LIL JON

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8 GREAT THINGS THIS MONTH Aerosmith Oct. 1, 3, 6, 8 The rockers’ Deuces are Wild residency is packed with inside looks at the band’s recording sessions.

8 pm. Park Theater, Park MGM, 844.600.7275.

Tone Bell Oct. 10-13 Known for his comedy special “Can’t Cancel This,” Bell is sure to have you in splits. Times vary.

Jimmy Kimmel’s Comedy Club, The Linq Promenade, 702.777.2782.

Gwen Stefani Oct. 11-12, 16, 18-19, 23, 25-26, 30 “The Voice” star puts on a show you won’t soon forget. 9 pm.

Zappos Theater, Planet Hollywood, 702.777.2782.

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J Balvin Oct. 19 Having wowed audiences at Coachella and Lollapalooza, the Latin star brings his Arcoiris Tour to town.

8 pm. Pearl Theater, Palms, 702.944.3200.

Jimmy Buffett Oct. 19 Bringing Margaritaville to the MGM Grand Garden Arena, Jimmy Buffett ensures that summertime vibes last well into the fall.

8 pm. MGM Grand Garden Arena, 705.531.3826.

Phil Collins Oct. 19 Catch the eight-time Grammy Award-winner on

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his Still Not Dead Yet, Live! tour. 8 pm. T-Mobile Arena, 702.692.1600.

Lizzo Oct. 25 The rapper and singersongwriter brings her amazing energy and genre-defying songs on her Cuz I Love You Too Tour.

8 pm. The Chelsea, Cosmopolitan, 702.698.7000.

Twenty One Pilots Oct. 30 The third rock band to ever have two concurrent Top 10 singles is in town with The Bandito Tour. 7 pm.

MGM Grand Garden Arena, 705.531.3826.

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WHERE TO WATCH THIS MONTH’S TOP PICKS FOR WHERE TO CATCH THE GAME

GIORDANO’S “Go Deep!” with Giordano’s this Football season! Watch the games on one of our 18 TV’s while enjoying the best Pizza and Specialty Wings on the Strip!

3619 S. Las Vegas Blvd. Suite 200 Las Vegas, NV 89109 702.850.2420 giordanos.com/locations/las-vegas-nv

TRIPLE 7 Triple 7 Restaurant and Microbrewery is Downtown Las Vegas’ premier football viewing destinations. Football fans can watch the games on large TV screens, while enjoying a variety of hand-crafted brews and a delectable menu featuring tasty appetizers, hand-made pizza, gourmet burgers and fresh sushi.

200 North Main Street, 702.387.1896 www.mainstreetcasino.com

FLIGHTS RESTAURANT LAS VEGAS With the best happy hour on the strip, Flights is triple the fun. Join us for great beer and food deals for all game days.

Why settle for 1 beer when you can get 3 at Flights!

3663 S Las Vegas Blvd.

Las Vegas, NV 89109 Planet Hollywood - Miracle Mile Shops 702.268.7264 vegas.flightsrestaurants.com

CHAYO MEXICAN KITCHEN + TEQUILA BAR Chayo presents a blend of authentic and innovative Mexican fare for brunch and dinner, a vast tequila selection, live entertainment, a sexy mechanical bull and over 35 TVs. Ask about our game day specials. Open daily 8am to late.

The LINQ Promenade 3545 S Las Vegas Blvd 702.691.3773 Chayolv.com

ARCADE CITY FOOD & FUN RESTAURANT Enjoy endless ways to get your game on at Arcade City Food & Fun! Fuel the fun with a 20% discount to Las Vegas locals!

3200 S Las Vegas Blvd #1260 Las Vegas, NV 89109 (725) 777-0940 www.arcadecityvegas.com

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ELLIS ISLAND HOTEL, CASINO & BREWERY This season Ellis Island Hotel, Casino & Brewery is offering $6 shot and a beer special, with beers from their onsite brewery, and All-You-Can-Eat, All-YouCan-Drink-Beer special during every Monday night game for $25.

4178 Koval Ln, Las Vegas, NV 89109 Phone: (702) 733-8901 https://www.ellisislandcasino.com/

RÍ RÁ IRISH PUB Authentic Irish pub serving traditional fare and American favorites along with Great pints. Showing all sports including Football, Rugby, Champions League and Europa on 14 TVs. Shoppes at Mandalay Place 3930 Las Vegas Blvd S 702-632-7771 www.rira.com/las-vegas

ROBERT IRVINE’S PUBLIC HOUSE Robert Irvine’s Public House offers a range of comfort food options inspired

by Chef Irvine’s culinary travels from around the world – all in a pub-like atmosphere.

Tropicana Las Vegas 3801 S Las Vegas Blvd Las Vegas, NV 89109 (702) 739-2307 www.troplv.com/dining/robert-irvinepublic-house

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LAGASSE’S STADIUM Game-day favorites from Emeril Lagasse—New Orleans style dishes and reinventions of American classics.

Palazzo 3325 S Las Vegas Blvd Las Vegas, NV 702.607.2665 www.venetian.com/restaurants/american/lagassesstadium.html

Come watch your favorite team at the best bar in Vegas! At The Tailgater Tavern, we have a passion for great food, beer & sports- don’t miss our $4 Game day specials. 24 beers on tap, 18 Big Screen TV’s & full menu available 24/7. Just off the Strip & less than ½ a mile from the new Raiders Stadium.

3990 W Russell Rd. Las Vegas, NV 89118 702.790.1963 www.thetailgatertavern.com

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Fall brings out the best of Las Vegas, including the weather. Take advantage of the crisp air and cool vibes at food festivals that showcase some of the city’s best restaurants and chefs. There’s also Oktoberfest fun, or round up family and friends for any of the Halloween festivities. Looking for a scare? Las Vegas has that in spades, too, at museums, haunted houses and escape rooms. SUSAN STAPLETON

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Las Vegas Food & Wine Festival Top Las Vegas chefs converge at Tivoli Village for two nights of food and drink during the Las Vegas Food & Wine Festival.

Saipin Chutima, the James Beard Foundation award-winning chef behind Lotus of Siam, and Charlie Palmer with Aureole at Mandalay Bay and Charlie Palmer Steak at the Four Seasons are among the notables at the event. Restaurants on the Strip, including Mastro’s Ocean Club, and off, District One Kitchen & Bar with its Vietnamese fare and the inventive Kitchen Table Squared, will be serving some of their offerings. Tickets start at $100 for the grand tasting. Oct. 4-5, starting at 8 pm. www.vegasfoodandwine.com Taste of Downtown The Plaza Hotel & Casino boasts a plethora of restaurants showcasing all that Downtown Las Vegas has to offer at Taste of Downtown. Oscar’s Steakhouse, the comfort foods of Hash House A Go Go and Popup Pizza from the resort join Therapy LV with its American fare, Turmeric Flavors of India and the

critically acclaimed 7th & Carson at this culinary event that features 40 restaurants. The event from the Nevada Restaurant Association is on Oct. 10, 6:30-9:30 p.m., at the pool at the Plaza. Tickets start at $70. www.plazahotelcasino.com The USA Today Wine & Food Experience Get a taste of what the celebrity chefs of Las Vegas have to offer at The USA Today Wine & Food Experience, featuring more than 30 restaurants. Enjoy wine tastings, beer samplings and chef demonstrations at the Culinary Stage. Martin Carbone of Carbone, Shawn McClain of Libertine Social and Sage and Susan Feniger of Border Grill are among the chefs planning to flex their culinary muscles at the event. Oct. 26, 1-4 pm, Las Vegas Festival Grounds. Tickets start at $65 in advance and $85 at the door. wineandfood.usatoday.com Hofbräuhaus Every Friday until the end of October, Hofbräuhaus celebrates Oktoberfest with Las Vegas celebrities tapping kegs

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KID-FRIENDLY SCARES HallOVeen Opportunity Village returns for the seventh year with HallOVeen. An animatronic skeleton reads scary stories while interactive trees spook visitors who wander down the magical pathway. The event includes tickets to attractions such as Cheyenne’s Enchanted Carousel, the Forest Express Passenger Train, the Avalanche Slide and the Blizzard mini-coaster.

There’s also live entertainment and a

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chance for the kids to trick-or-treat, play midway games and look at the Jack-o’-lanterns. Families can pick up treats at kiosks or at food trucks, or buy gifts from the holiday shop. Oct. 11-13 and Oct. 18-31. Gates open at 5:30 pm. General admission starts at $15, while a HallOVeen all-access pass for ages 4 and up costs $22. www.opportunityvillage.org

candy and prizes from over 40 vendors and tenants. The party doesn’t stop after Halloween, as the Day of the Dead Celebration on Nov. 1, presented by local musician Mike Xavier, will feature local Latin music and dancing on the Fountain Stage. www.caesars. com/linq/promenade/things-to-do

The Linq Promenade Right on the Strip, the Linq Promenade does it up for Halloween week with spooky decorations, street musicians, face painters, stilt walkers and zombies, making this a kid-friendly Halloween bash. Even the High Roller, the world’s tallest observation wheel at 550 feet, gets decked out in Halloween decorations.

Free live shows take place on the Fountain Stage hourly at night, while a costume contest comes with a shot at big prizes. On Oct. 26 from 2 to 7 pm, Triq or Treat takes place, where anyone is invited to the Promenade for safe, street trick-or-treating with

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of beer, a roster of German dishes such as jägerschnitzel and currywurst, and, of course, Oktoberfestbier, imported from Munich. Johann blows a giant alphorn while a live German band oompahs its way through the evening. Add some shot-skis and optional paddlings from the staff for the closest thing to Munich this side of the Atlantic. www.hofbrauhauslasvegas.com

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Zak Bagans’ The Haunted Museum Zak Bagans fell in love with the paranormal at age 10 when he started searching for scary collectibles at garage sales with his mother and later turned his fascination with haunted things into Travel Channel’s “Ghost Adventures.” Now, he runs Zak Bagans’ The Haunted Museum with 30 rooms dedicated to spooky phenomena. The original staircase from Demon House—an Indiana home that was the subject of a Bagan’s documentary—now sits in the museum, as does a Volkswagen death van used by assisted suicide advocate Dr. Jack Kevorkian and the propofol chair from Michael Jackson’s home. Even scarier is the Dybbuk Box, a wine cabinet dubbed “the world’s most haunted object.” Tickets start at $44, and guests must be age 16 or older. www.thehauntedmuseum.com

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Official “Saw” Escape Escape rooms are all the rage in Las Vegas, but the Official “Saw” Escape room takes elements from the movie series and turns them into a game created by the Jigsaw Killer and his minions. That means a trip through the historic Egan & Co. Meat Packing plant for an after-hours tour that leads to a series of puzzles visitors must solve in order to advance through the maze. It dubs itself “one of the largest escape experiences in the world.” www.sawescaperoom.com

Rock of Horror Halloween Party Downtown’s Fremont Street Experience brings the scares with the Rock of Horror Halloween Party on Oct. 31 from 2 pm-2 am. It features live bands, a costume contest, roving entertainers who surprise and more. A blockbuster lineup of Halloween music favorites—think “Monster Mash,” “Thriller” and “Ghostbusters”—take over the massive Viva Vision canopy that spreads over the entire experience. www.vegasexperience.com/ halloween

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PARTY TIME

Fetish & Fantasy Halloween Ball Perhaps the biggest of all Halloween parties is the Fetish & Fantasy Halloween Ball at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino. Nothing is too bizarre or risqué at this bash that sees up to 5,000 attendees. Get ready for go-go dancers, aerialists and laser lights. Everyone who attends, ages 21 and up, must wear a Halloween costume; whether it fits in the fetish or fantasy theme is up to you. Each room has its own vibe, with the Electric Boneyard, Red Room of Pleasure and X-Stage. Oct. 26, 10 pm-4 am. General admission tickets start at $69 and VIP tickets start at $245. www. fetishandfantasyhalloweenball.com The Mob Museum Revel in the second annual 1920s-era bash at The Mob Museum’s Underground speakeasy. Zombie flappers and undead mobsters look to be popular styles at this throwback party, which includes live jazz, drink specials, tarot card and crystal ball readings and prizes for best costumes. Oct. 31 from 5 pm. www.themobmuseum.org

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Meadview Asylum Dr. Vander and his son Adriane head up the Meadview Asylum inside Asylum & Hotel Fear at Meadows Mall. Spooky hallways coax fearless visitors through scary rooms that include an admitting area, nurse’s station, patients’ rooms, therapy room, the morgue and more. Admission to one of the attractions start at $17, or do both for $27. Dates and times vary. www.lasvegashaunts.com

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Haunted Harvest The Haunted Harvest gives kids of all ages an excuse to celebrate fall and all it offers. The annual event at the Springs Preserve brings everything from carnival games and live entertainment to a haunted hay maze and haunted train rides. Kids can trick or treat or head to the petting zoo for quality time with the animals.

The event takes place 5-9 pm, Oct. 11-13, 18-20 and 25-27. www.springspreserve.org

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A succulent steakhouse, Smith & Wollensky returns to the Strip with swanky two-level digs at the Grand Canal Shoppes. Classic Italian dishes—like Buddy Valasco’s grandmother used to make—are on the menu at the delicious Buddy V’s. Looking for sensational Southern fare?

Yardbird is a must.

Rub elbows with the glitterati—in wax—at Madame Tussauds. You can make J.Lo blush, try out for “American Idol” and take selfies with the new Aaliyah figure. You might just bump into a real-live celebrity at the massive TAO, a nightclub, lounge and restaurant. Discover “cool” in more ways than one at Minus 5 ice lounge.

The Grand Canal Shoppes boasts more than 160 premium brands on Vegas’ center Strip. Visit the only plus-sized boutique on the Strip, from celebrity designer Rene Tyler; get something special to pamper your guy at the Art of Shaving; and imbue your home in whimsy from Sugarboo & Co.

A boy band turned doo wop group, you can’t help but dance with Human Nature.

The hits keep on coming at The Venetian Theatre—star attractions in October are Michael McDonald and Willie Nelson. Discover what makes The Venetian a picturesque replica of Venice, Italy, on the Art & Architecture Tour.

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 Smith & Wollensky, Grand Canal

 Madame Tussauds,

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Venetian, 702.414.9000

Shoppes, 702.637.1515  Buddy V’s, The Venetian, 702.607.2355  Yardbird, The Venetian, 702.297.6541

The Venetian, 702.862.7800  TAO, Grand Canal Shoppes, 702.388.8588  Minus 5, Grand Canal Shoppes, 702.293.3388

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The Venetian, 702.293.3388

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702.722.6737

The Palazzo, 866.725.2990

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FINE DINING ALL THE WAY

There’s something for every appetite as newcomer Water Grill will soon be joined

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ENTERTAINMENT Cirque & Performance Art BLANC DE BLANC Blends cirque, aerial acts, theatre and cabaret. VIP hot tub seats are available. Th-M, 7 pm; Sa, 9:30 pm. SAHARA Las Vegas, 702.761.7764. saharalasvegas.com/event/ blanc-de-blanc CRISS ANGEL: MINDFREAK Provocative magician presents the most revolutionary illusions he’s ever brought to the stage.

W-Su, 7 pm. Planet Hollywood Resort, 702.777.2782. www.crissangel.com

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JABBAWOCKEEZ This world-famous dance troupe’s show is a celebration of imagination and top-notch choreography and special effects.

Th-M, times vary. MGM Grand, 702.531.3826. www.jbwkz.com LE RÊVE: THE DREAM This over-the-top aquatic won- der conveys the surreal nature of dreams. F-Tu, 7 & 9:30 pm; dark Oct. 20-22. Wynn Las Vegas, 702.770.9966. www. wynnlasvegas.com/ entertainment/le-reve-the- dream OPIUM Includes a pack of comedians, some raunchy crooners and a martini or three. Th-Su, 8 & 10 pm; M, W, 8 pm; dark Oct. 21 & 28. The Cosmopolitan, 866.973.9611. www.spiegelworld.com/opium

Comedy & Hypnosis LAUGH FACTORY LAS VEGAS Brings in a rotating lineup of the hottest comedians in the business. Nightly, 8:30 & 10:30 pm. Tropicana, 702.739.2411. www.laugh factory.com/clubs/las-vegas POTTED POTTER Power through all seven Harry Potter books in 70 minutes in this parody that’s gained rave reviews.

Sa-Su & W, 2 & 8 pm; M-Tu & F, 8 pm. Bally’s, 702.777.2782. www. pottedpotter.com

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RICH LITTLE The legendary comedian returns to the Strip in his autobiographical one-man show. Su-W, 7 pm; dark Oct. 9. Tropicana, 800.829.9034. www.troplv.com/ entertainment /rich-little TAPE FACE The popular comedian combines a little mime, magic and puppetry. Tu-Su, 7 pm; dark Oct. 31. Harrah’s Las Vegas, 702.777.2782. www.caesars. com/harrahs-las-vegas/shows/ tape-face

Concerts MJ LIVE A show that captures the essence of the King of Pop live in concert. Relive his biggest hits, dance moves and phenomenal voice. Nightly, 7 pm.

The STRAT, 702.944.4919. www.mjliveshow.com PURPLE REIGN: THE ULTIMATE PRINCE TRIBUTE SHOW A 90-minute show by one of Vegas’ most beloved bands, packed with hits from the Purple One. M-Tu, Th-Sa, 9:30 pm. 16+. Tropicana, 800.829.9034. purplereign.net

Dance Instruction X BURLESQUE UNIVERSITY Learn showgirl choreography on stage from one of the X girls!

Also, receive a complimentary makeup kit and learn how to apply showgirl makeup. Sa, 3 pm.

18+. Flamingo, 702.777.2782. www.xshowslasvegas.com

Th-Su, 7 & 9 pm. Grand Canal Shoppes, www.spiegelworld. com/atomic-saloon-show

Magic & Illusion MAC KING COMEDY MAGIC Sidesplitting comedy and magic from the man donning a retro plaid suit and a bowl cut. Tu-Sa, 1 & 3 pm.

Harrah’s Las Vegas, 702.777.2782. www.mackingshow.com MAT FRANCO A fresh, fun and feel-good take on magic that defies all expectations, from the Season 9 winner of “America’s Got Talent.”

Times and dates vary.

The Linq, 702.777.2782. www.matfranco.com PIFF THE MAGIC DRAGON An “America’s Got Talent” standout, this imaginative magician has more than 12 million YouTube hits. Su-Th, 8 pm; dark Oct. 24. Flamingo, 702.777.2782. www.piffthe magicdragon.com

Production Shows ABSINTHE An adult carnival with a cast of eclectic performers who amaze audiences with bizarre acts. Times and dates vary. 18+.

Caesars Palace, 855.234.7469. www.absinthevegas.com ATOMIC SALOON SHOW Spiegelworld does it again, bringing another hilarious, adults-only show to Vegas. Set in the Wild West, this show is filled with captivating circus and variety acts. M-Tu, 8 pm;

CELESTIA Acrobatics, technology, artistry and illusion performed in a state-of- the-art tent located right on the Strip. Times and dates vary. The STRAT, 702.380.7777. www.celestiashow.com LEGENDS IN CONCERT Celebrates 35 years as the longest-running show in Las Vegas with a live band, dancers and acts paying tribute to a rotating roster of performers. M-Sa, 7:30 pm; dark Oct. 10. Tropicana, 702.739.2222. www.legendsinconcert.com MAGIC MIKE LIVE LAS VEGAS This production show takes “Magic Mike” from the big screen to the Vegas stage.

W-Su, 7:30 & 10 pm.

Hard Rock Hotel, 702.693.5222. magicmikelivelasvegas.com MARRIAGE CAN BE MURDER An interactive dinner theater experience in which the audience becomes part of the mystery unfolding around it. Nightly, 6:30 pm. The D, 702.388.2111. www.marriage canbemurder.com X BURLESQUE Imaginative choreography meets today’s hottest music in a show that emulates the style of traditional burlesque.

Nightly, 10 pm. 18+.

Flamingo, 702.777.2782. www.xshowslasvegas.com

NANNY’S & GRANNY’S High-quality babysitters directly to your hotel, home or event. Call or book online with confidence. Babysitters are pristinely trained with Background Checks, Childcare Education & CPR/First Aid. They will arrive with crafts & toys to entertain or accommodate child friendly outings. Go ahead! Have fun, knowing your children are safe & happy! Call: 702-3644700, Text: 702-334-1588, www.Nanny4U.com PROMOTION

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Tickets TIX4TONIGHT Discounts on several commonly sold-out shows, available at all nine of Tix4Tonight locations: Planet Hollywood, the Giant Coke Bottle, North Premium Outlet Mall, Showcase Mall, Town Square, Casino Royale, Fashion Show Mall, Bally’s Grand Bazaar and Hawaiian Marketplace. 877.849.4868. www.Tix4Tonight.com

DINING American 17 DEGREES SOUTH BOOZE & BITES—Tahiti Village. Great salads, comfort foods and drinks in a laidback, tropical atmosphere. $ Open from 11 am-2 am daily.

702.440.0017. www.tahitivillage. com/dining/17-south

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BLACKOUT—DINING IN THE DARK—Near Strip.

Customers dine in the dark using only their senses of touch, hearing, taste and smell while waiters deliver food using night vision goggles. Choose from a prix-fixe four-course lunch or six-course dinner. $$$ M-Th, 5 pm-11 pm; F-Su, noon-11 pm. 3871 S. Valley View Blvd., 702.960.4000. www.dineblackout.com

am-11 pm; F, 11 am-midnight; Sa, 10 am-midnight; Su, 10 am-11 pm. 702.268.7264. vegas. flightsrestaurants.com HASH HOUSE A GO GO—Multiple locations.

Hearty portions of award-winning, farm-fresh food that are comforting day or night. $ Open 24 hours at The Linq; call other locations for hours.

3535 S. Las Vegas Blvd., 702.254.4646; 6800 W. Sahara Ave., 702.804.4646; 3700 W. Flamingo Road, 702.777.2761; One S. Main St., 702.384.4646; 555 N. Stephanie St., Henderson, 702.898.4646. www.hashhouseagogo.com ROBERT IRVINE’S PUBLIC HOUSE— Tropicana. Celebrity chef Robert Irvine brings comfort foods such as burrata caprese salad, fish and chips, Shepherd’s pie and burgers. $$ Open daily for lunch and dinner.

702.739.2307. www.troplv. com/dining/robert-irvine-public-house

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ROCK & REILLY’S— Hawaiian Marketplace.

Selections for breakfast, lunch and dinner, as well as a huge whiskey menu, make your meal at this 24-hour restaurant. Try dishes such as a classic Reuben and a turkey burger. $$ www.rockandreillyslv.com STRIP HOUSE—Planet Hollywood Resort. A celebration of food for the truly indulgent: decadent steaks, goose-fat fried potatoes and desserts big enough for an army. $$$ Open Su-W, 5-10 pm; Th-Sa, 5 pm11 pm. 702.737.5200. www.striphouse.com TRIPLE 7 RESTAURANT & MICROBREWERY— Main Street Station. Awardwinning microbrews, gourmet hamburgers and handmade pizzas in an environment great for watching the big game. $ Open daily from 11 am-7 am.

702.387.1896.www.mainstreetcasino.com/dine/triple-7-restaurant-and-microbrewery

Brazilian PAMPAS BRAZILIAN GRILLE—Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood. Enjoy sizzling skewers of the finest meats brought to your table. $$ Open Su-Th, 11:30-10:30 pm; F-Sa, 11:30 am-11:30 pm. 702.737.4748. www.pampasusa.com TEXAS DE BRAZIL—Town Square. All-you-can-eat Angus beef, lamb, pork, chicken and Brazilian sausage, plus a gigantic salad bar. $$$ Open for lunch and dinner daily. 702.614.0080. www.texas debrazil.com/ locations/nevada/ las-vegas

Chinese BEIJING NOODLE NO. 9 —Caesars Palace. A casual noodle shop with mouthwatering dishes. $$ Open Su-Th, 11 am-midnight; F-Sa, 11 am-2 am.

877.346.4642. www.caesars. com/caesars-palace/restau rants/beijing-noodle-number-9

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CAFÉ AMERICANO — Caesars Palace. Enjoy classic American dishes and cocktails in this stylish space. Bar open 24/7; kitchen 6 am-2 am. $$ 702.650.5921. www.cafeamericanovegas.com CLAIM JUMPER— Multiple locations. Hearty portions of your favorite comfort foods, including rotisserie chicken, baby back pork ribs, fresh baked pot pie and burgers, and desserts such as the six-layer Chocolate Motherlode Cake. $$ 129 E. Fremont St., 702.386.8238; 601 N. Green Valley Parkway, Henderson, 702.933.0880. www.claimjumper.com FLIGHTS—Miracle Mile Shops. Find shareable plates and flights of fries, salads, skewers and more. $$ M-Th, 11

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WING-LEI—Wynn Las Vegas. The first Chinese restaurant in the country to be awarded a Michelin star. $$$$ Open for dinner Su-Th, 5:309:30 pm; F-Sa, 5:30-10 pm.

702.770.3388. www. wynnlasvegas.com/Dining/ FineDining/WingLei

French EIFFEL TOWER RESTAURANT—Paris Las Vegas. This romantic restaurant is located 11 stories above the Strip. $$$$ Open for lunch M-F, 11:30 am-3 pm; dinner Su-Th, 4:30-10:30 pm; dinner F-Sa, 4:30-11 pm; brunch Sa-Su, 10 am-3 pm. Reservations necessary. 702.948.6937. www. eiffeltowerrestaurant.com

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MON AMI GABI—Paris Las Vegas. A classy Parisian-style brasserie specializing in steak frites and seafood. $$$ Open Th-Su, 7 am-11 pm; F-Sa, 7 am-midnight. 702.944.4224. www.monamigabi.com PICASSO—Bellagio.

Ponder the prestigious works of the legendary artist and savor edible masterpieces. $$$$ Open for dinner W-M, 5:309:30 pm. 702.693.8865. www. bellagio.com/en/restaurants/ picasso. html

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German HOFBRAUHAUS—Near Strip. An exact replica of the legendary Hofbrauhaus in Munich, Germany, with authentic Bavarian cuisine and a traditional Beer Hall. $$ Open Su-Th, 11 am-11 pm; F-Sa, 11 am-midnight. 4510 Paradise Road, 702.853.2337. www. hofbrauhauslasvegas.com

Fresh baked Brioche Bun dusted in 24-Karat Gold, three slices of thick cut Billionaire’s Bacon dusted in 24-Karat Gold, stacked on 1/2lb Wagyu beef, and truffle cheese.

Greek ESTIATORIO MILOS— The Cosmopolitan. Fine Greek cuisine, with an emphasis on seafood. $$$$ Open for lunch daily, 11:30 am-3 pm; dinner Su-Th, 5-10:30 pm, F-Sa, 5-11:30 pm. 877.893.2001. www. cosmopolitanlasvegas.com/ restaurants/estiatorio-milos

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Italian GROTTO ITALIAN RISTORANTE—Golden Nugget. A menu that takes its inspiration from the Amalfi Coast of Italy. $$ Open Su-Th, 11:30 am-10:30 pm; F-Sa, 11:30 am-11:30 pm. Bar offers pizza Su-Th until midnight; F-Sa until 1 am. 702.386.8341. www.goldennugget.com/ lasvegas/eat_grotto.asp GIADA: THE RESTAURANT—The Cromwell. Delightful light and flavorful cuisine from Food Network star Giada De Laurentiis, from a perch overlooking the mid-Strip. $$$ Open for brunch F-Su; dinner nightly. 855.442.3271. ww.thecromwell.com/giada

MERCATO DELLA PESCHERIA—Grand Canal Shoppes. The seafoodforward restaurant also features imported cheeses, housemade pastas, seasonal vegetables, salads and Romanstyle pizzas. $$$ Open daily, 11 am-11 pm. 702.837.0309. www. mercatodellapescheria.com TREVI—Forum Shops at Caesars. Cafe dining with elongated street lamps and a walk-up gelato/espresso bar. $$ Open Su-Th, 11 am-11 pm; F-Sa, 11 am-midnight.

702.735.4663. www.trevi-italian.com

Japanese/Sushi 172—Rio. Live music, the freshest sushi and craft cocktails make for a fun night inside the Masquerade Village. $$$ W-Su, 5 pm-close. 702.513.3356. www.rock172.com SAKE ROK—The Park. Playful sushi and Japanese cuisine selections meet the vibrancy of Japan’s pop culture. $$$ Open W,

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IL MULINO NEW YORK—Forum Shops at Caesars. Featuring cuisine from the Abruzzo region of Italy. $$$$ Open for lunch M-Sa, noon-2 pm; dinner nightly, 5-10 pm. 702.492.6000. www.ilmulino.com/las-vegas

5 pm-midnight; Th-Sa, 5 pm-2 am; Su, 5 pm-1 am. 702.706.3022. www.sakerokvegas.com

Latin CHICA—The Venetian.

Elevated Latin cuisine from chef Lorena Garcia served from breakfast and brunch through dinner. $$ Daily, 8 am-11 pm.

702.805.8472. www.chicalasvegas.com

Mexican CADILLAC MEXICAN TEQUILA & KITCHEN BAR—Golden Nugget.

Mouthwatering Mexican food and more than 70 boutique tequila selections make this dining experience unforgettable. $$ Open Su-Tu, 8 am-11 pm; W-Th, 11 am-11 pm; F-Sa, 8 am-midnight. 702.386.8169. www.cadillacbar.com

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CHAYO MEXICAN KITCHEN + TEQUILA BAR—The Linq. Chayo Mexican Kitchen + Tequila Bar serves modern, fun and uninhibited food and drink. $$ Open daily, 8 am-late. 702.691.3773. www.chayolv.com EL DORADO CANTINA— Near Strip. El Dorado Cantina uses all sustainably raised products in its cuisine, which represents the different regions of Mexico. Its bar offers more than 100 tequilas. $$ Open 24 hours. 3025 Sammy Davis Jr. Drive, 702.722.2289. www.eldoradovegas.com

Other LIP SMACKING FOODIE TOURS Visit up to four of Vegas’ most highly acclaimed restaurants in just one outing! Taste the most buzzed-about signature dishes prepared by award-winning chefs. No lines. No hassles with reservations. 888.681.4388. www.VegasFoodieTour.com TIX4TONIGHT Save on meals with the Vegas Dining Card, available for purchase at all nine of Tix4Tonight locations: Planet Hollywood,

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the Giant Coke Bottle, North Premium Outlet Mall, Showcase Mall, Town Square, Casino Royale, Fashion Show Mall, Bally’s Grand Bazaar and Hawaiian Marketplace.

877.849.4868. www.tix4tonight. com /vegas-dining-card

Pan-Asian BEST FRIEND—Park MGM. Los Angeles chef Roy Choi pulls together the best of his Korean barbecue with some only-in-Las Vegas experiences. $ Open daily, 5 pm-midnight. 702.730.6770.

POP UP PIZZA—Plaza.

A hotspot for handmade gourmet pizza made with mar- ket-fresh ingredients, as well as salads, vegetarian and vegan fare. $ Open daily, 11 am-2 am. One Main St., 702.366.0049. www.popuppizzalv.com SECRET PIZZA—The Cosmopolitan. This hidden gem (literally) has the feel of a small, corner New York pizza shop. $ Open Tu-Th, 11 am-4 am; F-M, until 5 am. 702.698.7860. www.cosmopolitanlasvegas. com/restaurants

HONG KONG CAFÉ—The Venetian. A distinctive taste of regional cuisine drawn from Cantonese, Chinese, Taiwanese, Vietnamese and Szechuan culinary styles. $$$ Su-Th, 11 am-midnight; F-Sa, 11 am-1 am. 702.607.2220. www.venetian. com/restaurants/ asian/hong- kong-cafe.html

Pubs & Grills

MOMOFUKU—The Cosmopolitan. Fusion of American, Japanese and Korean fare that includes steamed buns and noodles. $$ Open daily for lunch, 11 am-3 pm; social hour at Peach Bar, 3-5:30 pm; and dinner, 5:3010:30 pm. 702.698.2663. vegas.momofuku.com

GORDON RAMSAY PUB & GRILL—Caesars Palace.

Contemporary casual restaurant and bar with 36 beers on tap. $$$ Open Su-Th, 11 am-11 pm; F-Sa, 11 am-midnight.

702.731.7410. www.caesars. com/caesars -palacerestaurants/gordon- ramsay-puband-grill

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LAGASSE’S STADIUM— Palazzo. Game-day favorites from Emeril Lagasse—New Orleans-style dishes and reinventions of American classics. $$ Open M-F, 11 am-10 pm; Sa-Su, 8:30 am-10 pm.

702.607.2665. www.venetian. com/restaurants/american/ lagasses-stadium.html

GIORDANO’S—Grand Bazaar Shops at Bally’s.

Chicago-style deep-dish pizza keeps the crowds coming. $$ Open Su-Th, 11 am-1 am; F-Sa, 11 am-2 am. 702.850.2420. www.giordanos.com

BEERHAUS—The Park. A hot spot for suds, delectable pub grub and social interaction.

Open Su-Th, 11 am-midnight; F-Sa, 11 am-1 am. 702.692.2337. www.theparkvegas.com/en/ restaurants/beerhaus.html

NINE FINE IRISHMEN— New York-New York. Inspired by a group of Irishmen who led lives of great adventure. $$ Open daily from 11 am-11 pm; bar open until 2:45 am.

702.740.6463. www.newyork newyork.com/en/restaurants/ nine-fine-irishmen.html SLATER’S 50/50—Off Strip. Take your pick of more than 50 on tap beers, then kick back and watch a game.

Slater’s is known for bacon and burgers, and boasts unique starters, loaded fries, wings, flatbreads, boozy shakes and more. $$ Open M-Th, 11 am-10 pm; F, 11 am-midnight; Sa, 9 am-midnight; Su, 9 am-10 pm, and 9:30 am-10 pm (during football season).

467 E. Silverado Ranch Blvd., Ste. 100, 702.766.5050. www.slaters5050.com/ locations/las-vegas

Seafood CHART HOUSE—Golden Nugget. Dine on seafood and succulent steaks amid a 75,000-gallon centerpiece aquarium. In the Rush Tower. $$$ Open M-Th, 11:30 am-11 pm; F-Sa, 11:30 am-11:30 pm; Su, 11:30 am-10:30 pm. 702.386.8364. www.charthouse.com/locations/las-vegas MASTRO’S OCEAN CLUB— The Shops at Crystals. The freshest in upscale seafood and USDA prime steaks in an intimate and energetic environment. $$$$ Open for dinner nightly, 5-11 pm; bar open nightly from 4 pm.

3720 S. Las Vegas Blvd.,

OSAKA JAPANESE BISTRO 20 X winner Best Japanese and Sushi in Las Vegas RJ poll. Authentic Japanese dishes & Appetizers, Seasonal fishes, incl. Blue Fin & Toro at the Sushibar, Teppanyaki western style dining. 5 Minutes from the Strip 10920 S. Eastern Ave., 702-616-3788 4205 West Sahara Ave., 702-876-4988 PROMOTION

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TA S T E OF L A S V E G A S CHAYO MEXICAN KITCHEN + TEQUILA BAR Located in The LINQ Promenade, Chayo presents a blend of authentic and innovative Mexican fare for brunch and dinner, a vast tequila selection, live entertainment and a sexy mechanical bull. Patio dining offers guests a picturesque view of The High Roller. Open daily 8am to late.

The LINQ Promenade, 3545 S Las Vegas Blvd 702.691.3773, www.chayolv.com

SMITH & WOLLENSKY Newly returned to the Strip, Smith & Wollensky now resides at Grand Canal Shoppes at The Venetian Resort Las Vegas. The all-new steakhouse is two stories tall with a tavern-like bar on the promenade, an upscale dining room and lounge on the mezzanine and several private spaces for groups from 40 to 500 . Guests enjoy USDA Prime dry-aged steaks, premium seafood and extensive wine selections.

3377 Las Vegas Boulevard, Grand Canal Shoppes at The Venetian Resort Las Vegas, 702-637-1515 , www.smithandwollensky.com

CLAIM JUMPER RESTAURANT Skip the buffet line in favor of the fresh, scratch-made goodness at Claim Jumper. From overstuffed burgers and refreshing salads, to seafood favorites featuring the Salmon Oscar and USDA Choice steaks, Claim Jumper has what everyone is craving. For a sweet ending, try one of many indulgent desserts, or relax with an array of signature cocktails, an extensive wine list, and craft beers.

Visit Claim Jumper today.

Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino- 129 E. Fremont St. 702.386.8238 claimjumper.com

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TA S T E OF L A S V E G A S CADILLAC BAR Mouth-watering Mexican food, over 70 boutique Tequilas and numerous high def flat screen TVs showcasing your favorite sporting events – all set the tone for a perfect day or night in Vegas! Our menu offers a variety of items; such as tapas, ensaladas, fajitas and the popular Especiales de la Casa with signature items including Carnitas Guadalajara, Relleno de Camaron and Huarache. Our hand-crafted cocktail selections go well beyond traditional, including two featured barrel aged margarita’s, complemented by an impressive list of Mezcal, Blanco, Anejo, Reposado and Distinctive Tequilas.

Open daily, see hours of operation or order To-Go! Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino, 129 E. Fremont Street 702.386.8169, cadillacbar.com

TREVI At the crossroads of divine shopping and casino magic, you’ll find TREVI, Vegas’ answer to Romanesque elegance and dining excellence. Located next to the ‘Fountain of the Gods’ at The Forum Shops in Caesars Palace, TREVI offers a variety of classic and contemporary Italian dishes prepared from the finest ingredients with true TREVI flair. Be sure to save room for homemade gelato, award-winning tiramisu and spectacular Italian cream cake. TREVI is the perfect setting for lunch, dinner, group dining or cocktails. Toss a coin in the fountain and make your wish upon leaving - you’ll be sure to return!

Forum Shops at Caesars Palace, 3500 Las Vegas Boulevard South, 702.735.4663, trevi-italian.com

CAFÉ AMERICANO Café Americano dishes out classic American fare with a Latin twist. 24 hours a day, 365 days of the year! Located in the main lobby of Caesars Palace. Guests of our restaurant can enjoy a contemporary and relaxed atmosphere day or night. Savor expertly crafted cocktails in the lounge, where you may witness us creating everything from barrel-aged classics to signature and traditional drinks. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Start or end on our Terrazza where you can watch any sporting event, or just enjoy the view. At Café Americano, guests are always guaranteed style, superior quality, and award-winning service.

3570 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109 702.650.5921, www.cafeamericanovegas.com

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TA S T E OF L A S V E G A S VIC & ANTHONY’S STEAKHOUSE A world-class steakhouse, Vic & Anthony’s features an award-winning menu with the finest prime beef featuring our exclusive A5 Kobe Beef and fresh seafood. The finedining experience is further enhanced by an extensive wine collection, impeccable service and an elegant yet intimate atmosphere. Guests are welcomed by the eye-catching display of lobster tails and hand-cut prime steaks as they walk through the door. Join us in our private tasting room which seats up to 18 people. For a memorable meal, a sophisticated special event or cocktails with class, Vic & Anthony’s Steakhouse is sure to please.

Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino, 129 E. Fremont Street 702.386.8399, vicandanthonys.com

STRIP HOUSE Strip House allows you to experience the combination of charred cuts perfectly paired with decadent sides set in siren red interiors where old world glamour meets modern style and sophistication. Named one of the best steak restaurants by Zagat and awarded four stars by Forbes, the namesake cut isn’t the only thing to marvel upon, with walls adorned by original Studio Manasse prints of 1930s burlesque stars. Whether you are coming for the perfect after work cocktail, or to experience our late-night tableside service, you are guaranteed not to be disappointed.

Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino 3667 Las Vegas Blvd.

South Las Vegas, NV 89109 702.737.5200, striphouse.com

CHICA A Celebration of Latin Flavors, by Chef Lorena Garcia delivers the robust and vibrant flavors of Latin American cuisine combined with a dynamic wine and mixology program to the Venetian Las Vegas. Enjoy buy one get one cocktails when you mention seeing us in WHERE magazine! Serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and weekend brunch.

3355 S Las Vegas Blvd Ste 106, The Venetian Hotel and Casino Las Vegas, NV 89109, 702.805.8472, www.chicalasvegas.com

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TA S T E OF L A S V E G A S GROTTO Grotto is an authentic Italian restaurant, located at the Golden Nugget Hotel and Casino, where everything is homemade on-premise. You will find only the freshest ingredients in every dish, from new creations to the classics.

Prepared as they are in the Old Country, be it fish, chicken, veal, shellfish or beef, you can rest assured that your choice will delight you with the most delicious Italian food this side of the Bay of Naples. Italian food deserves to be paired with a fine Italian wine and Grotto offers a unique collection to complement your meal. If wine isn’t your thing, try a perfectly mixed cocktail or our famous Peach Bellini.

Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino, 129 E. Fremont Street 702.386.8341, grottorestaurants.com

CHART HOUSE LAS VEGAS From seasonal seafood to award-winning Certified Angus Prime Rib, Chart House is sure to please with our unparalleled selections. The 75,000 gallon aquarium, sporting a variety of exotic fish, is the center point of this happening restaurant. Voted Reader’s Choice Best Date Night, View and Happy Hour. Enjoy the Crab Avocado & Mango Stack or Charred Octopus before you indulge in specialties such as Mac Nut Mahi, Baked Whole Fish and the Original Hot Chocolate Lava Cake. Excellent Happy Hour, Mon-Fri, 4-6pm with appetizers starting at $5 & Signature Cocktails starting at $7.

Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino 129 E. Fremont St. 702.386.8364, chart-house.com

BAZAAR MEAT BY JOSÉ ANDRÉS Bazaar Meat by José Andrés inside SAHARA Las Vegas takes guests through a wild and wonderful celebration of the carnivorous conceived by the James Beard awardwinning chef. Bazaar Meat, named “Best Restaurant in Nevada” by Business Insider, features an expansive dining room, open kitchen, raw bar and fire pit, combining exceptional ingredients and impeccable technique to bring out the best in each cut. Bazaar Meat is open nightly beginning at 5:30 p.m.

2535 Las Vegas Blvd. South, Las Vegas, NV 89109, 702.761.7000, saharalasvegas.com

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TA S T E OF L A S V E G A S MASTRO’S OCEAN CLUB World-class service and exquisite cuisine can be found within this 80-foot sculptural treehouse. Experience the signature Iced Seafood Tower and highly acclaimed bone-in filet, or savor a specialty Dry- Ice Martin. Enjoy new sushi items, such as the Ahi Tuna Tostada, Magura Lime Roll and Chilean Seabass Ponzu. These new items were developed exclusively for Mastro’s by internationally acclaimed chef Angel Carbajal, of the award-winning Nick-San Sushi Bar in Cabo San Lucas. Open for dinner nightly. Private rooms overlooking the treehouse are available for special events.

Crystals at City Center 702.798.7115, Mastros.com

IL MULINO NEW YORK Savor Italy’s tantalizing flavors and culinary traditions in a luxurious setting that melds the elegance of New York City with the vibrancy of Las Vegas. Il Mulino New York Las Vegas is an outpost of the acclaimed Abruzzi-influenced flagship in Greenwich Village, a Manhattan institution that has delighted the world’s most discerning palates for over thirty years. Our menu features exquisitely prepared farmfresh meat, fish and vegetables served with the highest level of personal attention to our guest. Sunday - Friday at $39 for 3 courses between the hours of 5:00pm- 6:30pm.

Entrée $25 and over. Please call for reservations.

Forum Shops at Caesars Palace, Third floor, 702.492.6000, ilmulino.com

ESTIATORIO MILOS Located inside The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, this dining destination brings an authentic taste of Greece to Las Vegas, sparing no effort to find the most delicious fish from around the world preparing them in the subtlest, most flavorful ways. Featuring an open floor plan, multiple private dining rooms and event spaces, and our famed fish market showcasing diverse selections flown in daily from the Mediterranean, Milos has become the go-to destination for a discerning audience of locals and visitors alike.

3708 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, NV, 89102 702.698.7930, www.estiatoriomilos.com

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TA S T E OF L A S V E G A S HASH HOUSE A GO GO Farm foods aren’t just for breakfast anymore. That’s the philosophy behind the “Twisted Farm Food” at Hash House A Go Go, where the portions are generous and the times are fun. Chicken and waffles for dinner? Of course! The winner of 24 “Best Of” awards in Las Vegas, the restaurant has been featured on the Travel Channel’s “Man vs. Food” and the Food Channel.

The Linq—Center Strip, 702.254.4646 | Rio All-Suite Hotel and Casino, 702.252.7777 | The Plaza Hotel— Downtown Main St., 702.384.4646 | 6800 West Sahara, 702.804.4646 | 555 North Stephanie Street, Henderson, 702.898.4646 | www.hashhouseagogo.com

172 172 is a live music and upscale dining venue that features an eclectic choice of musicians combined with the freshest sushi, Japanese cuisine and premium craft cocktails anywhere in Las Vegas. 172 provides its patrons access to artists in an intimate, up close, and personal experience that intrigues all five senses. The creativity of Chef Joe Richardson really comes through, from lobster risotto and sushi topped with black truffle to the greatest up and coming bands, this unique venue will leave you speechless. Complete with complimentary parking and a VIP area, 172 is open Wednesday to Sunday 5pm to close.

Rio Hotel and Casino / 3700 W. Flamingo Road 2nd Floor, 702.513.3356, rock172.com

MERCATO DELLA PESCHERIA An Italian Seafood Market located in The Venetian Resort and Casino, in the heart of St. Mark’s Square. Mercato Della Pescheria specializes in fresh pastas made daily, seafood, crudo bar, wood fired pizzas and the finest cuts of meats prepared in our Josper oven. Our restaurant has full views of the live entertainment and the indoor sky in St. Mark’s Square. Our interior is beautifully decorated with a mixture of Italian antiques, hand painted artwork and features our custom designed, climate-controlled wine cellar which holds up to 1,400 bottles of wine.

Grand Canal Shoppes, 13377 S. Las Vegas Blvd, Suite 2410, 702.837.0309

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TA S T E OF L A S V E G A S BLACKOUT “Dining in the Dark” will take you on the most unique sensory dining experience Vegas has to offer. When the sense of touch, hearing and taste are heightened, food, drinks and dinner conversation become a brand new adventure. BLACKOUT is an extraordinary dining attraction offering a delicious seven course dinner and five course lunch. It’s more than just a meal; it’s a culinary journey of the senses. Great for corporate events, wedding parties, friend nights, date nights and family nights. Book a reservation at DineBlackout.com.

3871 S. Valley View Blvd. #8 Las Vegas, NV 89103, M-Th 5:00pm-10:30pm, F-Sun 12:00pm-10:30pm, 702.960.4000

OSCAR’S STEAKHOUSE Named after former Las Vegas Mayor Oscar Goodman, the award-winning Oscar’s Steakhouse inside the iconic dome of the Plaza Hotel and Casino pays homage to the Vegas of yesteryear. Oscar’s recreates the bygone vintage Vegas era with Rat Pack-style music, classic décor, attentive service, and a delectable meal. The menu boasts a delicious selection of perfectly aged steaks, fresh seafood and made from scratch sides. Paired with a handcrafted cocktail or wine from an extensive list, Oscar’s offers an unforgettable dinner experience in the heart of downtown Las Vegas.

Plaza Hotel & Casino, 1 Main Street Las Vegas, NV 89101, 702.386.7227, oscarslv.com

TRAGO LOUNGE Featuring a world-class selection of spirits and talented craftspeople who can create a host of inventive cocktails, Trago Lounge offers something for everyone in a setting designed to start a conversation or cap off a memorable evening.

Free Parking Free Entry DJs Nightly 8pm – 12am Tropicana Las Vegas, 3801 Las Vegas Blvd. South, Las Vegas, NV 89109, troplv.com

702.798.7115. www. mastrosrestaurants.com/ Locations/NV/Las-Vegas

Southern HOUSE OF BLUES RESTAURANT & BAR— Mandalay Bay. Rock-and blues-themed restaurant serves Southern dishes, plus live music. Gospel Brunch, Su. $$ Open daily, 7 am-midnight.

702.632.7607. www.houseof blues.com/lasvegas/restaurant YARDBIRD SOUTHERN TABLE & BAR—The Venetian. Pays homage to classic Southern cooking, farmfresh ingredients and winning hospitality. $$ Open M-Th, 11 am-11 pm; F, 11 am-midnight; Sa, 10am-midnight; Su, 10 am11 pm. 702.297.6541. www. runchickenrun.com/location/ las-vegas

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Steaks & Chops BAZAAR MEAT— SAHARA Las Vegas. Chef José Andrés’ celebration of all things carnivorous. $$$ Open Su-Th, 5:30-10 pm; F-Sa, 5:30-11 pm.

702.761.7610. saharalasvegas. com/restaurants-bars/bazaarmeat-by-jose-andres/ LAWRY’S THE PRIME RIB— Howard Hughes Row. Enjoy the world’s finest prime rib, aged 21 days and hand-carved to order tableside. $$$ Open for lunch M-F, 11:30 am-2 pm; dinner M-Sa, 5-10 pm; dinner Su, 4-9 pm. 4043 Howard Hughes Parkway, 702.893.2223. www.lawrysonline.com/lawrys -the-prime-rib-las-vegas OSCAR’S STEAKHOUSE—The Plaza. Former Mayor Oscar B. Goodman’s glamorous steak house. Features steaks cooked over a 600 degree grill and sides made from scratch. $$$ Open 4-10 pm nightly. 702.386.7227. www.oscarslv.com SMITH & WOLLENSKY— Grand Canal Shoppes. Visit “America’s Steakhouse” for signature steaks and indulgent sides. $$$$ Open Su-Th, 11:30 am-10:30 pm; F-Sa, 11:30

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am-midnight. 702.637.1515. www.smithandwollensky.com/ our-restaurants/las-vegas THE STEAK HOUSE— Circus Circus. “The Best Steak House in Las Vegas” for two decades. $$$ Open Su-F, 4-10 pm; Sa, 4-11 pm. 702.794.3767. www.circuscircus.com/dining/ the_steakhouse.aspx VIC & ANTHONY’S STEAKHOUSE—Golden Nugget. Enjoy high-quality menu selections such as ribeye and Australian rock lobster. $$$$ Open for dinner nightly, 5-11 pm. 702.386.8399. www.vicandanthonys.com/ locations/las-vegas/index.asp

Tapas BLUE MARTINI—Town Square. Tapas-style dining and more than 30 premium martinis make for one of the best socializing spots in town. $ Happy hour from 4-7 pm.

702.949.2583. www.lasvegas. bluemartinilounge.com JALEO—The Cosmopolitan.

The most indulgent cured

meats, paella and sangria you’ve ever tasted, from a master of Spanish cooking. $$$ Open Su-Th, noon-11 pm; F-Sa, noonmidnight. 702.698.7950. www.jaleo.com/las-vegas

Thai LEMONGRASS—Aria.

Offers a modern interpretation of Thai cuisine. $$ Open daily from 11 am-2 am. 877.230.2742. www.aria.com/en/restaurants/ lemongrass.html SEA: THE THAI EXPERIENCE—Bally’s Las Vegas. A unique approach to Thai fusion. $ Weekday lunch: 11 am-2:30 pm; weekday dinner: 5 pm-midnight; Sa-Su, 11 am-midnight. 702.967.3888. www.caesars.com/ballys-lasvegas/restaurants/sea-thethai-experience

SHOPPING Shopping Centers ENCORE ESPLANADE Offers a dozen of the most exclusive boutiques in town.

Su-Th, 10 am-11 pm; F-Sa, until midnight. Encore, 702.770.8000. www.encorelasvegas.com FASHION OUTLETS OF LAS VEGAS It’s worth the short drive to save up to 75 percent off of more than 100 designer brands. I-15 to Exit 1. Open daily 10 am-8 pm. 32100 Las Vegas Blvd. S., Primm, 702.874.1400. www. fashionoutletlasvegas.com FASHION SHOW Las Vegas’ largest shopping destination offers six department stores, including Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue, Nordstrom, Macy’s, Dillard’s and Macy’s Men’s. Each weekend, the center hosts live fashion shows on its runway, featuring the latest styles from its anchor stores and more than 230 retailers. Mall hours are M-Sa, 10 am-9 pm; Su, 11 am-7 pm. 3200 Las Vegas Blvd. S., 702.369.8382. www.thefashion show.com/en.html FORUM SHOPS AT CAESARS The Forum Shops at Caesars Palace is noted for its unique combination of top retail, din-

PANDORA For gifts that are both personal and stylish, choose Pandora Jewelry. Stop by to see the newest arrivals & shop our Las Vegas exclusives – only available here! Forum Shops, 702.489.2674; Venetian, 702.733.9442; Miracle Mile, 702.836.9591; Fashion Show, 702.369.0355; Mccarran: D Gates, 702.261.7414 & Terminal 3, 702.629.2608; Downtown Summerlin, 702.750.0308.

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LAS VEGAS NORTH PREMIUM OUTLETS Stroll through this upscale, village-style outlet and enjoy savings of 25 to 65 percent every day on an impressive collection of name-brand outlet stores.

M-Sa, 9 am-9 pm; Su, 9 am-8 pm.

875 S. Grand Central Parkway, 702.474.7500. www.premium outlets.com/vegasnorth LAS VEGAS SOUTH PREMIUM OUTLETS Find savings of 25 to 65 percent every day on top name brands.

In all, the shopping center features 140 stores and offers two food courts. M-Sa, 9 am-9 pm; Su, 9 am-8 pm. 7400 Las Vegas Blvd. S., 702.896.5599. www.premiumoutlets.com/ vegassouth THE LINQ PROMENADE This shopping district features shops and restaurants spread over 200,000 square feet. Open M-Th, 10 am-11 pm; F-Sa, 10

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GRAND CANAL SHOPPES This center boasts more than 180 specialty brands and world-class restaurants nestled around a charming and faithful reproduction of Venice’s Grand Canal, complete with cobbled walkways, streetside cafes and live entertainment. Open Su-Th, 10 am-11 pm; F-Sa, 10 am-midnight. The Venetian | The Palazzo, 702.414.4525. www.grandcanalshoppes.com

am-midnight; Su, 10 am-10 pm. 3545 Las Vegas Blvd. S., 702.322.0550.

THE SHOPPES AT MANDALAY PLACE Offers popular bars, restaurants and one-of-a-kind stores.

Daily, 10 am-11 pm. On the sky bridge between Mandalay Bay and Luxor, 702.632.7777. www. mandalaybay.com THE SHOPS AT CRYSTALS Combines dramatic architecture with exclusive offerings from the world’s most elite brands. Daily, 10 am-midnight.

CityCenter, 702.590.9299. www.crystalsatcitycenter.com

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TOWER SHOPS AT THE STRAT More than 30 specialty shops offer clothing, jewelry and perfume. The Roni Josef Salon Spa is also on-site. Su-Th, 10 am-10 pm; F-Sa, 10 am-11 pm.

The STRAT, 800.998.6937. www.stratospherehotel.com/ Attractions/Tower-Shops

TOWN SQUARE A 1.5 million-square-foot shopping, dining and entertainment center on the south end of the Strip. Located in the heart of the square are two parks. The westernmost anchor is AMC Theatres. Open M-Th, 10 am9 pm; F-Sa, 10 am-10 pm; Su, 11 am-8 pm. 6605 Las Vegas Blvd. S., 702.269.5001. www.my townsquarelasvegas.com VIA BELLAGIO The resort’s exclusive retail promenade includes Las Vegas’ original Tiffany & Co. 10 am-midnight daily. Bellagio, 702.693.7111. www.bellagio.com WYNN ESPLANADE Boasts 26 high-end retail stores that carry everything from runway fashion and evening wear to everyday wear and accessories.

Su-Th, 10 am-11 pm; F-Sa, until midnight. Wynn Las Vegas, 702.770.7000. www.wynnlasvegas.com WYNN PLAZA SHOPS Features a number of luxury boutiques. Open Su-Th, 10 am-

11 pm; F-Sa, 10 am-midnight.

Wynn Las Vegas, 702.770.7070. www.wynnlasvegas.com

4305 Dean Martin Drive, Ste. 160. 702.871.0899. www.atouchoflvspa.com

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VALIANT PARIS High-end luxury fashions direct from Paris. Find shoes, pret-a-porter and top jewelries.

Fashion Show and Grand Canal Shoppes, 725.205.5042. www.valiant-paris.com

Spas & Salons SWEET TEASE SALON Choose from a range of services, such as haircuts, waxing, makeup services, tanning, lash and hair extensions, massage and facials. 80 E. Pebble Road, 702.516.9369.

A TOUCH OF LAS VEGAS SPA Private hot tub, steam and massage rooms, along with facials, body wraps, scrubs, microdermabrasion and more.

Daily, 9 am-9 pm.

A&W PHOTOGRAPHY Offers everything from professional head shots and publicity photos to senior class photos, pregnancy and wedding photos.

80 E. Pebble Road, 702.454.4422. www.awpix.com DEJA VU ADULT EMPORIUM More than 12,000 square feet of adult fun. Couples-friendly atmosphere. Offers massage and bachelorette items, DVDs, books, novelties, lingerie, dance wear and more.

4335 W. Tropicana Ave., 702.367.8002. www.dejavu.com HONOLULU COOKIE COMPANY Spreads the true spirit of aloha in the form of gourmet cookies made in Hawaii.

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ATTRACTIONS Attractions ARCADE CITY FOOD & FUN Known for its play card system, delicious food and drink and fun selection of games and prizes, there’s something for everyone at Arcade City Food & Fun. Open daily at 11:30 am. 3200 S. Las Vegas Blvd., 725.777.0940. www.arcadecity.com

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BELLAGIO CONSERVATORY An elaborate display of horticulture and art, with more than 7,500 plants, trees and flowers in view. Open 24 hours. Free.

Bellagio, 702.693.7111. www.bellagio.com/attractions/ botanical-garden.aspx CSI: THE EXPERIENCE Test your inner crime solver at the blockbuster interactive exhibit based on the hit TV show, “CSI.” Open daily, 9 am-9 pm; last admission at 8 pm. MGM Grand, 702.531.3826. www. mgmgrand.com/entertain ment/csi-the-experience.aspx EIFFEL TOWER EXPERIENCE Travel 460 feet above the Strip to the top of this half-scale replica and enjoy a panoramic view of the city and mountains.

Daytime hours: 10 am-6 pm; nighttime hours: 6 pm-1 am.

Paris Las Vegas, 702.946.7000. www.caesars.com/parislas-vegas/things-to-do/ eiffel-tower FREMONT STREET EXPERIENCE The world’s largest LED screen, spans the length of five football fields above the pedestrian mall. Light shows take place every hour on the hour between sunset and midnight nightly. Free. Fremont Street at Las Vegas Boulevard, down- town. 702.678.5777. www.vegasexperience.com GONDOLA RIDES Glide along the canals of The Venetian while a gondolier ser-

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enades you. Indoor and outdoor rides available. Indoor: Su-Th, 10 am-11 pm; F-Sa, 10 am-midnight. Outdoor: Su-Th, 5-10:45 pm; F-Sa, 5-11:45 pm. The Venetian, 702.414.4300. www. venetian.com/hotel/ attractions/gondola-rides.html HIGH ROLLER Twenty eight glass-enclosed cabins offer you unparalleled views of the Strip from the middle of all the action in a 30-minute ride. Open daily, 11:30 am-2 am. The Linq, 866.328.1888. www.caesars.com/thelinq/ high-roller.html MERMAID SHOW Visit the casino’s 117,000-gallon reef aquarium for live mermaid swims. Su, 10:30 am-1:10 pm; 2-3:15 pm; 5-6:45 pm. Silverton, 702.263.7777. silvertoncasino. com/amenities/ aquariummermaids-shows SPRINGS PRESERVE Explore colorful botanical gardens, interactive galleries and trails at this 180-acre “birthplace of Las Vegas.” Open daily from 9 am-5 pm. Trails close at dusk. 333 S. Valley View Blvd., 702.822.7700. www.springspreserve.org SHARK REEF A total sensory experience that transports visitors to an underwater world. Su-Th, 10 am-8 pm; F-Sa, 10 am-10 pm. Last admission one hour prior to close.

Mandalay Bay, 702.632.4555. www.sharkreef.com SIEGFRIED & ROY’S SECRET GARDEN AND DOLPHIN HABITAT Big cats live in the lap of luxury.

The adjacent 2.5 million-gallon habitat is an observation and research facility with underwater viewing areas. Open daily, 10 am-6:30 pm. Mirage, 702.791.7188. www.mirage. com/attractions/secretgarden.aspx THE STRAT TOWER Features America’s tallest freestanding tower with indoor and outdoor observation decks.

The tower houses SkyJump, X-Scream, Insanity and the Big Shot, all open Su-Th, 10 am-1 am; F-Sa until 2 am.

See it with the all-day rides pass

(SkyJump a separate price).

The STRAT, 702.383.5210. www.stratospherehotel.com/ Attractions

The Venetian, 3377 S. Las Vegas Blvd., 702.862.7800. www.mad ametussauds.com/lasvegas

VEGAS BALLOON RIDES Go up, up and away in a hot air balloon. Whether you’re looking for a small, private flight or are part of a large group, there’s a package for you. Flights start at $275 per person. Special offers may be available.

4390 Polaris Ave., 702.553.3039. www.vegasballoonrides.com

THE MOB MUSEUM See the thrilling story of organized crime and law enforcement, with artifacts, exhibits on the legacy of the Mob, and an in-depth look at mobsters in Sin City. Daily, 9 am-9 pm.

300 Stewart Ave., 702.229.2734. www.themobmuseum.org

VEGAS INDOOR SKYDIVING Experience skydiving within a vertical wind tunnel, with air speeds up to 120 mph, simulating the free-fall of skydiving. Must be height/ weight proportionate Open daily at 9:30 am.

200 Convention Center Drive, 702.731.4768. www. vegasindoorskydiving.com WELCOME TO FABULOUS LAS VEGAS SIGN Designed by Betty Willis in 1959, this iconic sign is on the National Register of Historic Places. Free. Open 24 hours.

5200 Las Vegas Blvd. S.

Museums & Exhibitions BELLAGIO GALLERY OF FINE ART Yasuaki Onishi’s “Permeating Landscape” exhibition is the newest set of works at the Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art. Open daily 10 am-7 pm; last admission at 6:30 pm. $10: children under the age of 5 are free.

Bellagio, 702.693.7871. bellagio. mgmresorts.com/en/entertain ment/gallery-of-fine-art.html DISCOVERY CHILDREN’S MUSEUM Fun and educational museum, where kids of all ages can explore electricity, energy, space and much more. Open Tu-Su. 360 Promenade Place, 702.382.5437. www.discoverykidslv.org MADAME TUSSAUDS LAS VEGAS Rub elbows with your favorite stars—among the Las Vegas lineup are Nicki Minaj and Elvis. Open daily at 10 am.

THE NEON MUSEUM This outdoor museum is home to more than 200 neon signs dating from the 1930s to present day. General admission tickets, guided tours and combo tickets available. Open daily from 9 am.

Timings for last tour vary. 770 Las Vegas Blvd. N., 702.387.6366. www.neonmuseum.org REAL BODIES AT BALLY’S Experience real human bodies presented in dramatic and compelling environments.

Open daily at 10 am. Bally’s, 702.777.2782. www.real bodiesatballys.com

NIGHTLIFE Gentlemen’s Clubs CRAZY HORSE 3 An award-winning gentlemen’s club featuring hundreds of entertainers and discreet VIP areas. Elevated cuisine and craft cocktails are available 24/7. 3525 W. Russell Road, 702.602.9850. www.crazyhorse3.com

Lounges TRAGO LOUNGE Wine, beer and bourbon line the menu alongside creative cocktails at Trago Lounge.

Open 24 hours. Tropicana Las Vegas, www.troplv.com/ dining/trago-lounge

Nightclubs HAKKASAN This multi-level mega-club is home to the world’s hottest DJs. Th-Su, from 10:30 pm. MGM Grand, 702.891.3838. www.hakkasanlv.com

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MARQUEE This 60,000-square-foot clubber’s nirvana boasts seven bars, two dance floors, a 40-foot-long LED DJ booth and a projection stage surrounded by coliseum-style seating. Open M, F-Sa, from 10:30 pm- 5 am.

Cosmopolitan, 702.333.9000. www. marqueelasvegas.com OMNIA A 75,000-square-foot nightclub paradise with an ultra lounge, mezzanine and stunning rooftop garden. Tu & Th-Su, from 10:30 pm. Caesars Palace, 702.785.6200. www. omniaclubs.com/las-vegas

Pool Clubs & Day Clubs DRAI’S BEACH CLUB A lush indoor/outdoor club with a rooftop pool deck in the center of the Strip. F-Su, 11 am-6 pm.

The Cromwell, 702.777.3800. www.thecromwell.com/drais/ las-vegas-pool-party.html ENCORE BEACH CLUB A 60,000-square-foot paradise with eight two-story cabanas with private hot tubs.

Sa, 10-7 pm; F, Su, 11 am-7 pm.

Encore, 702.770.7300. www.encorebeachclub.com MOOREA BEACH CLUB This upscale, “toptional” adult pool experience overlooks the 11-acre Mandalay Beach. Enjoy high-energy music, pool-side massages and more. Open ThSu, 11 am-6 pm. Mandalay Bay, 702.632.4760. www.mandalay bay.com/en/ amenities/ moorea-beach- club.html

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Getting Around LAS VEGAS MONORAIL Seven stops between SAHARA Las Vegas/Sahara Avenue and the MGM Grand. $5 single ride ticket; $13 unlimited day pass; $23 unlimited two-day pass; $29 unlimited three-day pass; $36 unlimited four-day pass.

M, 7 am-midnight; Tu-Th, 7 am-2 am; F-Su, until 3 am. MGM Grand; Bally’s/Paris; Flamingo/ Caesars Palace; Harrah’s/The Linq; Las Vegas Convention Center; Westgate Las Vegas; SAHARA Las Vegas/Sahara Ave., 702.699.8200. www.lvmonorail.com LYFT LAS VEGAS From the Las Vegas Strip to downtown, Henderson to Summerlin and McCarran Airport, this ride service has you covered in minutes. Available 24/7; pay through your phone after the ride. www.lyft.com/ rider/cities/las-vegas-nv

MAVERICK HELICOPTER TOURS Offers VIP-level service from two locations: Las Vegas and the Grand Canyon. Enjoy the comforts of the Eco-Star helicopter, which features individual leather, theater-style seating, extended leg room and outstanding visibility.

888.261.4414; 702.261.0007. www.flymaverick.com PINK JEEP TOURS Experience remote areas inaccessible to most with Pink Jeep’s rugged fleet of high-end, all-terrain Tour Trekkers.

Choose from Grand Canyon (West Rim and South Rim), Valley of Fire, Red Rock Canyon, Hoover Dam and Death Valley.

Complimentary hotel pickup and drop-off. Call for reservations. 800.873.3662. www.pinkadventuretours.com

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XS Guests can enjoy bottle service indoors, or outdoors at a luxurious poolside cabana.

Open F-Sa, 10:30 pm-close.

Encore, 702.770.0097. www. wynnlasvegas.com/nightlife/ xs-nightclub

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LIGHT 38,000 square feet of space that merges the nightlife scene with state-of-the-art production and theatrics. W, F-Sa, 10:30 pm-4 am.

Mandalay Bay, 702.632.4700. www.thelightvegas.com

For the first time in nearly a decade, Tim Burton, the renowned film maker and artist, will stage an exhibition of his original art.

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