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Let nonstop life be your guide to the best places to eat, drink and have fun on your vacation. Turn to page 29 and check out The Beat Goes On to see what superstars are headlining in Las Vegas in the upcoming months while special holiday shows are showcased on page 33 and 34. If visiting the Phoenix/Mesa area, be sure to read about great ways to enjoy the Sonoran Desert on page 59.

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SAVE THE DATE

Exciting events visitors won’t want to miss

By Heather Turk

DECEMBER

Returning to Las Vegas for its 37th year, the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo gallops into Thomas & Mack Center Dec. 1 through 10. The world’s richest and most prestigious rodeo, the NFR features the top 15 contestants in bareback riding, steer wrestling, team roping, saddle bronc riding, tie-down roping, barrel racing and bull riding competing for their share of more than $10.9 million in prize money. The competitions begin each day at 5:45 p.m. nfrexperience.com

Enjoy festive fun and merry décor during Holidays at the Disneyland Resort. Through Jan. 8, 2023, guests can experience transformations of favorite attractions, special food and beverages and seasonal nighttime spectaculars, including “World of Color — Season of Light” at Disney California Adventure Park and the “Believe… In Holiday Magic” fireworks spectacular at Disneyland Park. disneyland.com

Enter a desert wonderland filled with sparkling luminarias and twinkling holiday lights during the 45th annual Las Noches de las Luminarias at Phoenix’s Desert Botanical Garden. From 5:30 until 9:30 p.m. Dec. 1 through 4, 9 through 11, 15 through 18, 20 through 23 and 26 through 31, families can enjoy musical performances, entertainment and holiday décor lining the garden’s trails. dbg.org

The inaugural Zona Music Festival takes place Dec. 3 and 4 at Margaret T. Hance Park

Wrangler National Finals Rodeo

Las Noches de las Luminarias

Super Bowl Experience

in downtown Phoenix. The two-day boutique music festival features a diverse range of national and local alternative, indie, pop and rock artists, including headlining acts Portugal. The Man, Beach House, Bleachers, Tegan and Sara and Japanese Breakfast. zonamusicfest.com

Six-time Grammy-nominated comedian Jim Gaffigan brings The Fun Tour to Wynn Las Vegas for three nights of laughs Dec. 7, 9 and 10 at 8 p.m. wynnlasvegas.com

JANUARY

Presenting a large selection of films submitted for consideration in the Best International Feature Film category for the Academy Awards, as well as American independent and international features and documentaries, the Palm Springs International Film Festival returns to an in-person event Jan. 5 through 16 at various venues throughout Palm Springs. psfilmfest.org

Academy Award winner Aaron Sorkin’s adaptation of Harper Lee’s Pulitzer Prizewinning masterwork “To Kill a Mockingbird” stops by The Smith Center in Las Vegas Jan. 10 through 15, with Richard Thomas (“The Waltons”) in the lead role of Atticus Finch. Show times are Tuesday through Friday at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday at 2 and 7:30 p.m. thesmithcenter.com

Featuring songs from the Oscar-winning Disney film as well as an expanded score with a dozen new numbers by the film’s songwriters, Oscar winner Kristen Anderson-Lopez and EGOT winner Robert Lopez, the hit Broadway musical “Frozen” comes to San Diego Civic Theatre Jan. 18 through 29. Performances run Tuesday and Wednesday at 7 p.m., Thursday and Friday at 7:30 p.m., Saturday at 2 and 7:30 p.m. and

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Palm Springs International Film Festival

Jim Gaffigan

Zona Music Festival headliners Portugal. The Man

“To Kill a Mockingbird”

Photo of Super Bowl Experience courtesy of the Arizona Super Bowl Host Committee; Las Noches de las Luminarias courtesy of Desert Botanical Garden; Wrangler National Finals Rodeo by Tom Donoghue; Zona Music Festival by Henry Ramsey; Jim Gaffigan courtesy of AEG Presents; Palm Springs International Film Festival by Getty Images; “To Kill a Mockingbird” by Julieta Cervantes; “Frozen” by Deen van Meer

Sunday at 1 and 6:30 p.m., with an additional 2 p.m. performance on Jan. 19. broadwaysd.com

Arizona’s automotive lifestyle event of the year, the 51st Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale Auction drives into WestWorld of Scottsdale Jan. 21 through 29. The no-reserve auction not only features an incredible collector car docket, but also hundreds of displays and exhibits, thrill rides on the Barrett-Jackson performance track with professional drivers, symposiums on a variety of automotive-related topics and more. barrett-jackson.com

FEBRUARY

In anticipation of Super Bowl LVII coming to State Farm Stadium in Glendale, the Arizona Super Bowl Host Committee will host the Super Bowl Experience Feb. 9 through 12 at Margaret T. Hance Park in downtown Phoenix. Football fans of all ages can enjoy live music and entertainment, local cuisine and multicultural celebrations during the free outdoor festival, which leads up to the big game on Feb. 12. azsuperbowl.com

A celebration of the 5 million couples (and counting) who have said “I do” in Las Vegas, the valley-wide wedding festival Forever Vegas: A Celebration of Love takes place Feb. 16 through 19. The event will be highlighted by the world’s largest vow renewal on Feb. 18 at Bally’s Las Vegas. weddings.vegas

Keep Memory Alive will honor Aerosmith’s Steven Tyler during its Power of Love Gala on Feb. 18 at 5:30 p.m. inside MGM Grand Garden Arena. Tyler is expected to perform at the 26th annual benefit, which raises funds for Las Vegas’ Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health. keepmemoryalive.org

Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale Auction

Forever Vegas: A Celebration of Love

Power of Love Gala honoree Steven Tyler

Photo of Barrett-Jackson courtesy of Barrett-Jackson; Forever Vegas by Tiago Pinheiro; Steven Tyler courtesy of Keep Memory Alive

Photo of ice skating courtesy of Northstar California; vintage car courtesy of the National Automobile Museum; snowboarding courtesy of Mt. Rose –Ski Tahoe

A WONDERFUL WINTER GETAWAY

Seasonal fun awaits in Reno/Tahoe

By Heather Turk

Whether you’re looking for a place to hit the slopes or somewhere to celebrate the holiday season, Reno/Tahoe is the perfect winter vacation destination.

Those in search of some fresh powder to ski or snowboard needn’t look any further than the closest ski resort to Reno, Mt. Rose. Located only 22 miles from The Biggest Little City in the World, the Lake Tahoe property ensures visitors spend less time on the road and more time having fun. Boasting the highest base elevation of any Tahoe resort at 8,260 feet, Mt. Rose has more than 1,200 acres of slopes for guests of all skill levels to enjoy. skirose.com

If ice skating is more your thing, Northstar California has a 9,000-square-foot ice skating rink in addition to its many diverse trails. Celebrating its 50th anniversary this season, the Lake Tahoe ski resort just happens to be a great place to get into

a daily 2 p.m. tōst, one of the resort’s more unique traditions. northstarcalifornia.com

For even more festive fun, one of Reno’s coolest attractions, the National Automobile Museum, gets into the holiday spirit each December with special holiday-themed décor and events. Guests can get their photo taken with Santa, enjoy Christmas carolers roaming the “streets” of the 105,000-squarefoot museum in period attire and more while seeing over 225 rare automobiles — many from renowned collector William Fisk Harrah. Highlights from the collection include a one-of-a-kind 1892 Philion Steam

Mt. Rose is known for its outstanding snow conditions — even on warmer winter days

Visitors can take photos in the National Automobile Museum’s 1926 Ford Model T car

The ice skating rink at Northstar California is a favorite with families

HOLIDAY FUN IN AUSTIN

Ways to celebrate the holiday season like a true Texan

By Heather Turk

Those visiting Austin for the holidays will find several festive ways to celebrate the spirit of the season.

One of the city’s longest-running holiday traditions is the Austin Trail of Lights. Every Tuesday through Sunday from Dec. 8 through 23, holiday revelers can head to Zilker Park in downtown Austin to see more than 2 million lights illuminating 90 trees and more than 70 other holiday displays and tunnels. Now in its 58th year, the annual event originally started as a small community gathering around a yule log and has since grown to welcome more than 400,000 guests from around the world each year to enjoy its jubilant display of lights and nightly entertainment. austintrailoflights.org

Another hallmark of the Austin holiday season is the Downtown Holiday Stroll. During the month of December, free entertainment and family-friendly activities take place throughout downtown Austin, including curated weekend artisan markets, pop-up carolers and ample photo opportunities at several decorated Austin landmarks. The festivities kick off on Dec. 3 with a Holiday Sing-Along at 6 p.m. that leads into the lighting of the Capitol tree: a 45-foot tree featuring 137,000 LED lights. The tree will then rotate during a programmed light show throughout December that plays holiday songs at the top and bottom of every hour from some of Austin’s favorite musicians, including Willie Nelson. downtownholidaystroll.com

Visitors can also finish their holiday shopping during their trip at one of Austin’s longest-running art and music festivals: the Armadillo Christmas Bazaar. Taking place Dec. 17 through 23 at the Palmer Events Center, the festival not only features nearly 200 local and touring artists selling their unique wares, but also live music. Guests can literally dance while they shop as they listen to a diverse lineup of Austin music acts, from newcomers to Grammy Award winners. armadillobazaar.com

Photo of Austin Trail of Lights courtesy of Austin Trail of Lights; Armadillo Christmas Bazaar by Jennifer M. Ramos; Downtown Holiday Stroll courtesy of the Downtown Austin Alliance

The Austin Trail of Lights

Find presents for everyone on your holiday gift giving list at the Armadillo Christmas Bazaar

Enjoy live music on the streets of Austin during the Downtown Holiday Stroll

FOOD CARTE BLANCHE

Endless options at Portland food carts

By Sean Davies

The people of Portland have found a way around the question everyone dreads: “What do you want to eat tonight?” Instead of having to pick a single cuisine to satisfy varying cravings, Portlandians head to one of many food carts that huddle in pods throughout the city. Those visitors who are not in the know may overlook the ragtag gathering of mobile kitchens, but to a Portland local, these pods serve as the perfect intersection of flavorful food options and comfortable community.

CARTOPIA

Located on Portland’s Eastside, Cartopia is the original Eastside food cart pod and beer garden and a landmark of the city’s vibrant food cart scene since 2008.

Burgers and beers at Bottle Rocket is an easy choice for picky eaters, while their menu of sides provide plenty of options for those who want to branch out. The Fish Sauce Tater Tots have become particularly popular with Cartopia visitors while the dumplings provide a welcome reprieve from the all-too-familiar chicken

Real chicken fans can find their favorite food at Chicken and Guns. The cart’s specialty is their locally raised free-range chicken roasted over Oregon white oak with a side of “Guns,” crispy potatoes with lemon and sea salt, topped with pickled onions and aji sauce. cartopiafoodcarts.com

PORTLAND MERCADO

The Portland Mercado is a hub for Latino culture in Portland. The food carts provide a host of Latin-inspired cuisines, stretching across continents to round out an impressive array of

Tierra del Sol crafts traditional cuisine from Oaxaca, Mexico. From enchiladas and aguas

Food cart Alecocina is all about showcasing Argentinian culture through their flavorful dishes. With a selection of savory sandwiches and empanadas, it is the perfect place to buy food on the go!

Principe Maya, owned by Edilberto Puch, makes it a mission to create dishes true to their Mayan origins. Puch grew up eating the very dishes he now sells, adapting recipes and traditions passed down from his mother and elders, who learned the recipes through their elders. Each dish is a piece of Puch’s heritage, lovingly adapted and shared with the hungry food cart community of Portland. portlandmercado.org

frescas to tlayudas and tetelas, each dish, drink and side is handmade with love and care.

Photo of Argentinian food and Chef Alejandra Kochanowski by Jorge D. Kochanowski; Bottle Rocket courtesy of Bottle Rocket

Bottle Rocket lights up for night time dining

Chef Alejandra Kochanowski of Alecocina

Argentinian food on the go from Alecocina

A LIFE-CHANGING QUEST

The

animated legend

faces

an existential crisis in ‘Puss in Boots: The Last Wish’

By Heather Turk

Puss in Boots pounces back onto the big screen on Dec. 21 with DreamWorks Animation’s “Puss in Boots: The Last Wish.” Nonstoplife caught up with everyone’s favorite fearless feline hero as well as the movie’s director, Joel Crawford (“The Croods: A New Age”), to talk about the highly anticipated release, which sees Puss in Boots embarking on his most important adventure yet.

It’s been 11 years since audiences have seen Puss in Boots on the big screen. Why did it take so long for this sequel to be released?

Puss: You cannot rush art. Did people rush Michelangelo with the Sistine Chapel? I think not. Trust me, “Puss in Boots: The Last Wish” is worth the wait.

Joel, what was it like working with Puss in Boots?

Crawford: It was a true honor. Puss in Boots is a legend. He performed his own stunts, played his own guitar, died his own deaths — he gives it all for the movie. Though for someone larger than life, if I’m being honest, I thought he’d be taller.

Puss, this film deals with you trying to find the Fallen Wishing Star in hopes of using its magic to get back eight of your nine lives. Is it safe to say that the stakes have never been higher for you?

Puss: Of course. For the first time in my many lives, Puss in Boots the legend

comes face to face with his own mortality. It was very intense. I am a method actor, so it was very, very draining.

Joel, did Puss have any special requests to help get him through shooting a film as demanding as this?

Crawford: Puss did have very specific requests for his trailer. It always had to be stocked with cat toys, gazpacho, catnip and, weirdly, spray cheese in a can.

Puss, in the race to find the Fallen Wishing Star, you have to face Goldilocks and the Three Bears, Jack Horner and the Wolf. Luckily, you don’t face these adversaries alone. “Puss in Boots: The Last Wish” sees you reuniting with your former flame, Kitty Softpaws. What was it like working with her again?

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Puss: Well, I cannot divulge any major plot details — Joel would not be happy — but what I can say is that Kitty and I have some issues to work out. Too much sour milk between us — more like curdled milk, actually. But you know what they say: you shouldn’t cry over spilt milk, you should make sure you lap it all up. Very quickly. Fivesecond rule. What was the question again?

You have a new partner along for the ride, too — a tea-cup mutt named Perrito. What can you tell us about him?

Puss: Well, traditionally cats and dogs don’t get along so well, so I initially had my reservations. But he kept showing up and he started to grow on me. Like a rash. But you know, like a good rash. Speaking of which, can you recommend a good dermatologist?

Are there any fairy tale characters you haven’t met yet that you would love to face in your next movie?

Puss: Does Darth Vader count? I think I could take him. I do know which one I’d want to avoid. I once glimpsed the Emperor after

he got his “new clothes.” Oof. Not enough catnip to make me unsee that.

I have to ask, do you keep in touch with Shrek and Donkey at all?

Puss: Yeah, I do my best. I try to text them, but Shrek is behind on technology. He still has a flip phone. He’s a very slow texter. Big thumbs.

Any chance fans will see the three of you reunited for another big screen adventure in the future?

Puss: Ask my agent.

Puss, you once told Kitty Softpaws that you are a lover, not a fighter. With Valentine’s Day on the horizon, what romantic tips would you give to our readers?

Puss: Well, it’s quite simple really. Just be amazingly handsome and a fantastic dancer. Doesn’t hurt to always be ready with a romantic ballad on the guitar. But if you can’t quite manage all that, just take your date to “Puss in Boots: The Last Wish.” dreamworks. com/movies/puss-in-boots-the-last-wish

By Heather Turk

Viewers tuning in to the second season of “You Bet Your Life” with Jay Leno will discover the remake of the classic 1950s game show hosted by Groucho Marx has undergone some changes.

“We don’t do comedy up front anymore, we get right into the game,” Leno, who previously began each episode with a comedy bit alongside co-host Kevin Eubanks, told nonstoplife. “We also used to have a topic and people would go, ‘Oh, I don’t know anything about Broadway shows.’ So now we say, ‘Broadway shows or famous restaurants?’ That way they choose

Jay

BACK AND BETTER THAN EVER

hosts an all-new season of “You Bet Your Life”

Leno

the topic. There’s a $1,000 bonus question, too, so if they get one question right, then the bonus question is based on that first question. The show just moves quicker, and there’s more interaction with the people. I can walk over to them and give them the cash right away (with COVID restrictions relaxed), and that makes things a bit more intimate.”

Currently airing in syndication, “You Bet Your Life” features two pairs of strangers trying to answer a series of questions to win, as Leno put it, “month-changing money.” Unlike traditional game shows, however,

Leno is a natural host for “You Bet Your Life,” as he said that interacting with people is his “favorite thing”

the focus of the show isn’t so much on the game as it is on the contestants.

“The fun thing about this is it’s not a game show,” Leno said. “A game show would be, ‘The capital of Pakistan is what?’ This is a comedy show with a game attached to it. You’re talking to people, interviewing them, finding out their funny story and then, oh by the way, here’s a question for some money. That’s what I love about it.”

Leno prides the show on its diverse contestant pool, which has featured “every interesting, diverse type of personality that you can imagine.”

“We’re not making fun of anybody,” he stated. “We had this one guy — the most macholooking guy you could imagine — who was a bodybuilder and I said to him, ‘What do you do?’ ‘Oh, I’m a drag queen.’ And I asked what his name was and he had some silly name like Pretty Polly. It’s just very funny. We don’t pass judgement. Whatever it is, it is.”

While Leno credits part of the show’s success with the fact that people generally enjoy watching humans interact with one another, he also keeps politics out of the program, so it doesn’t alienate any viewers.

“People want a break from ‘I hate Trump,’ ‘I hate Biden,’ and I think that’s what led to the success of ‘You Bet Your Life,’” Leno concluded. “No one is giving you their opinion. It’s just two people from completely different walks of life having a good time and trying to win some money.”

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Leno said that part of what makes “You Bet Your Life” so fun is that people aren’t risking hundreds of thousands of dollars. “This isn’t life-changing money. You’ll split like $5,500 or $6,000.”

Photos by Kevin Lynch Inc./Studio

“You Bet Your Life” reunites Leno with his former “Tonight Show” bandleader, Kevin Eubanks

VINTAGE VEGAS

Sure Thing Wedding

Chapel wows with retro receptions

By Connor McIlveen

Not all the old razzle dazzle of Las Vegas has been lost to the digital age. Vintage vestiges of a bygone era have found new life, invigorated by a generation eager for old school flair. Even Las Vegas’s oldest tradition, the shotgun wedding, is making a comeback in glamorous fashion at a location that isn’t shy about its love of classic Vegas vibes.

Sure Thing Wedding Chapel is true to its roots as a vintage Vegas experience. Located at the epicenter of Old Vegas style, Fremont Street, the chapel is neighbor to glitzy neon signs and gorgeous mid-century architecture.

Inside the chapel, Sure Thing enhances the average elopement with thoughtfully selected vintage furnishings and a rotating selection of original art. The interior is intimate enough that

smaller occasions don’t feel empty, but large enough that bigger parties don’t feel cramped.

Musical accompaniment is available to add some ambiance to the nuptials. For an additional fee, a professional organist will play for any ceremony, or couples can take advantage of the chapel’s vintage record player and curated record collection at no additional charge. Nearlynewlyweds can even bring their own vinyl or play music from their phone on a Bluetooth soundsystem for a more catered experience.

As the only wedding chapel in Las Vegas that allows outside photographers at no extra cost, Sure Thing is designed to be as photogenic as it is memorable. Wedding packages provide the option to have Surely the Showgirl officiate or entertain with an act that pays homage to the iconic pink elephant on Las Vegas Boulevard. Surely dances, sings and will even pose for pictures if the right package is picked! The “Wedding & a Show” package is the only package where Surely will perform and officiate.

For something a bit more rock-and-roll, soon-tobe-spouses can opt for the lady Elvis officiant. The raucous rock star presides over a swinging ceremony that is both light-hearted and romantic but can be made a bit more adventurous when the burlesque show is tacked on.

Included in the price of the burlesque show is $100 in $1 bills to tip the dancer, who performs at the beginning of the wedding before Elvis takes the stage. Curious couples considering a quick pact can find several different packages at Sure Thing’s website. surethingchapel.com

Have your wedding officiated by Elvis

Photo of Elvis by Ashley Paul; Wedding chapel and Surley the Showgirl by Amy Lee

Sure Thing Wedding Chapel

Surely the Showgirl sings, dances and officiates weddings

new and noteworthy

Recent Las Vegas dining scene additions that were well worth the wait

By Heather Turk

By Heather Turk

BEDFORD BY MARTHA STEWART AT PARIS LAS VEGAS

Designed to look like the global lifestyle icon’s famed country farmhouse, Martha Stewart’s first-ever restaurant lets guests experience what dinner would be like at her place in New York. Showcasing a mix of French-inspired cuisine alongside some of Stewart’s favorite recipes, the menu features such delightful dishes as the flavorful Steak Tartare and the juicy Whole Roast Chicken carved tableside to share. No visit is complete, though, without trying Big Martha’s Pierogis — impeccable potato-and-brown-butter pierogies made from a recipe by Stewart’s mother — and the Snoop Dogg-inspired Salty Dog cocktail made with Roku Gin and ruby red grapefruit juice. caesars. com/paris-las-vegas/restaurants/the-bedford

Several highly anticipated restaurants have recently opened on the Strip, each one far exceeding guest expectations.

THE

The Whole Roast Chicken at The Bedford by Martha Stewart comes stuffed with herbed breadcrumbs

Dine inside a replica of Martha Stewart’s 1925 Bedford, New York, farmhouse at The Bedford by Martha Stewart

JACK BINION’S STEAK

AT BALLY’S LAS VEGAS

Named after the gaming legend, this sophisticated eatery serves up a traditional steakhouse experience with a tasty twist. Alongside a selection of Black Angus steaks cooked to perfection in an 1,800-degree broiler, guests can savor an assortment of updated classics like the Bloody Mary Shaken & Stirred Wedge Salad, topped with fried green tomatoes, blue cheese-stuffed olives and a Bloody Mary vinaigrette shaken tableside. There’s succulent Prime Rib on the dinner menu, too, and several sumptuous seafood dishes like the Seared Salmon. Just remember to save room for dessert — the Chocolate Layer Cake is divine! caesars.com/ ballys-las-vegas/restaurants/binions-steak

NELLIE’S SOUTHERN KITCHEN

AT MGM GRAND

Celebrating the comfort food, hospitality and Southern charm of their family’s 1760s roots in North Carolina, this inviting restaurant from the Jonas Brothers (including Franklin) and their parents pays tribute to the musical trio’s great-grandmother, Nellie. Open for lunch and dinner, the eatery serves some of the best Southern cuisine on the Strip, from classic fare like Chicken and Dumplins to more unique dishes like the fried Southern Rolls stuffed with barbecue chicken, mac and cheese and drunken collard greens. Whatever items you decide on, don’t forget an order of the homemade Biscuits & Gravy for the table. mgmgrand.mgmresorts.com/en/ restaurants/nellies-southern-kitchen.html

NUSR-ET AT NEW YORK-NEW YORK HOTEL & CASINO

Far from all flash and no substance, this steakhouse from Turkish chef Nusret Gökçe — better known as Salt Bae — is setting the new gold standard for Strip restaurants. Although best-known for its 24-karat gold-coated menu items, including a whole rack of lamb, nothing at the exquisite eatery disappoints. Almost every dish on its lunch/dinner menu comes with an Instagram-worthy presentation, from the delectable Beef Carpaccio to the rich Nusret Special: Wagyu beef tenderloin sliced and griddled at your table on a hot plate with butter. Naturally, many of its dishes are seasoned tableside by the staff with Salt Bae’s signature flair, so be sure to have your camera ready! nusr-et.com.tr

Photos of Martha Stewart and 1925 Bedford exterior courtesy of Caesars Entertainment; Nellie’s exterior by AVABLU; Nellie’s food by Sabin Orr; Jack Binion’s Steak courtesy of Caesars Entertainment; Nusr-et’s courtesy of Nusr-et’s

The Las Vegas Nellie’s Southern Kitchen is the restaurant’s second location and its first outside of North Carolina

Enjoy Southern cuisine with a side of Southern hospitality at Nellie’s Southern Kitchen

Nusr-et’s Beef Carpaccio — finished tableside — is the perfect way to start your dining experience

The Slow Roasted Prime Rib of Beef at Jack Binion’s Steak pairs perfectly with the Jack Binion’s Baked Potato and its six shots of toppings

THE BEAT GOES ON

Las Vegas music engagements that hit all the right notes

Some of the biggest names in music can often be found performing residencies and extended engagements on the Las Vegas Strip, and late 2022/early 2023 will be no different.

One of Las Vegas’ most eagerly anticipated residencies will be performing Friday and Saturday, Dec. 2 through 24, 2022, and Jan. 20 through Feb. 25, 2023, at 8 p.m. when “Weekends with Adele” takes The Colosseum at Caesars Palace stage. Sure to be a once-ina-lifetime concert experience, the production features the global superstar singing some of her greatest hits, like “Rolling in the Deep,” “Hello” and “Someone Like You.” Although tickets sold out almost immediately when the residency went on sale, fans may still have some luck finding tickets online. After all, Las Vegas is all about winning big — even when the prize is seeing Adele in concert! caesars. com/caesars-palace/shows/the-colosseum

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“Aerosmith: Deuces Are Wild” is presented in Dolby Atmos, taking listeners inside the music to reveal details with unparalleled clarity and depth

Luke Bryan said that one of his favorite moments of “Luke Bryan: Vegas” is sitting at the piano performing for his fans

Photo of Aerosmith by Ross Halfin; Luke Bryan by John Shearer

By Heather Turk

Rock icons Aerosmith will also be in town Dec. 2, 5, 8 and 11 with their hit residency, “Aerosmith: Deuces Are Wild.” Performing at 8 p.m. inside Dolby Live at Park MGM, the rockin’ production showcases the Bad Boys from Boston at the top of their game as they perform a selection of their timeless hits, including “Dream On,” “Rag Doll,” “Cryin,’” and “Sweet Emotion.” Presented in Dolby Atmos, the residency is a must see for fans of the band, as it takes audiences on a deep dive of their groundbreaking career with exclusive, unreleased audio and never-before-seen visuals from the group’s archives. ticketmaster.com/aerosmith

Fans

who purchase the “Aerosmith: Deuces Are Wild” VIP On-Stage Experience can actually watch the show onstage alongside of the band.

Audiences can dance the year away inside Dolby Live at Park MGM, too, when Bruno Mars performs two shows over New Year’s Eve weekend: Dec. 30 and 31 at 9 p.m. Undoubtedly one of the Strip’s hottest New Year’s Eve celebrations, the energetic concert will feature the celebrated showman (and frequent Dolby Live headliner) performing some of his greatest hits, like “24K Magic” and “Uptown Funk.” ticketmaster.com

Over at Zappos Theater in Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, reigning ACM Entertainer of the Year Miranda Lambert will be performing her new residency, “Miranda Lambert: Velvet Rodeo The Las Vegas Residency,” Thursday, Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 3 through 11, at 8 p.m. Featuring high-energy numbers like “Actin’ Up” as well as poignant, stripped-back performances of “Carousel” and “The House That Built Me,” the 90-minute production showcases more than 20 songs spanning Lambert’s critically-acclaimed career. Ticket holders will be taken on a musical journey from Lambert’s 2005 debut album, Kerosene, to 2022’s Palomino — complete with plenty of pyrotechnics! ticketmaster. com/mirandavegas

Country music fans in town for the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo can also see Luke Bryan performing at Resorts World Las Vegas Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, Dec. 2 through 10, 2022, as well as Feb. 1 through 11, 2023, at 8 p.m.

“Miranda Lambert: Velvet Rodeo The Las Vegas Residency” premiered in September

Fans can spend their “Weekends with Adele” in Las Vegas in late 2022/early 2023

“Luke Bryan: Vegas” features the “Drunk on You” singer performing inside the resort’s 5,000-seat theater, with the furthest seat being only 150 feet from the stage. The high-energy show features several only-in-LasVegas production elements, including a catwalk that descends from the ceiling and elevates Bryan so that he is eye level with fans in the mezzanine. rwlasvegas. com/entertainment/luke-bryan

Audiences can see two legendary rock bands performing extended engagements at The Venetian Resort Las Vegas as well. “That Little Ol’ Band from Texas,” ZZ Top, returns to The Venetian Theatre Dec. 3, 4, 7, 9 and 10 playing their signature mix of Southern rock and blues. Then, audiences are invited to “Come Sail Away” with Styx when the group performs inside The Venetian Theatre Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, Jan. 27 through Feb. 4, 2023. Both engagements start at 8 p.m. venetianlasvegas.com/ entertainment

Canadian guitarist Bryan Adams is also scheduled to return to the Encore Theater at Wynn Las Vegas in early 2023, following a sold-out debut at the intimate 1,480-seat venue in 2021. The “Summer of ‘69” singer will be performing a six-show run of his “So Happy It Hurts Tour” Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, Jan. 25 through Feb. 4. The tour is in support of Adams’ latest studio album, 2022’s “So Happy It Hurts,” which found the singer with a new recording label, BMG. Audiences are sure to be wowed by the feelgood rocker’s effortless stage presence and incredible vocals during the concert, which begins each night at 8 p.m. wynnlasvegas.com

Ring in 2023 with Bruno Mars New Year’s Eve weekend

Following several previous sold-out runs at the resort, ZZ Top returns to The Venetian in December for a five-show limited engagement

Photo of Miranda Lambert by Tyler Conrad; Adele by Simon Emmett; ZZ Top courtesy of Live Nation; Bruno Mars courtesy of MGM Resorts International

HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS

Celebrate the holiday season in Las Vegas

By Heather Turk

From special seasonal productions to festive attractions the whole family will love, there’s no shortage of ways to get into the holiday spirit when you’re in Las Vegas.

Several of the city’s ongoing shows undergo merry makeovers during the holiday season, like “Tournament of Kings” at Excalibur Hotel & Casino. The Strip’s longest-running dinner show transforms the Tournament of Kings Arena into a medieval winter wonderland for its “Tournament of Kings:’ ‘Twas the Knight” holiday show. Running select evenings through Christmas, the production lets audiences relish a holiday feast fit for royalty — complete with a hand-decorated holiday sugar cookie for dessert — while they’re entertained by holidayinspired music, poems, songs, decorations and costumes. The majestic Merlin even summons snowfall upon the arena, since no holiday celebration ever feels complete without it! mgmresorts.com/excalibur

Las Vegas headliner Terry Fator always gets into the holiday spirit as well, and can be seen performing his seasonal spectacular, “A Very Terry Christmas,” at New York-New York Hotel & Casino select nights through Dec. 27. Joined onstage by his beloved cast of puppets, including Winston the Impersonating Turtle,

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Photo of Enchant courtesy of Enchant Christmas LLC; Barry Manilow courtesy of Stiletto Entertainment

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For the second consecutive year, Barry Manilow will bring his holiday concert, “A Very Barry Christmas,” to Las Vegas

Las Vegas is the only city in the country with two Enchant locations

the singing comedy ventriloquist performs a variety of holiday classics like “Blue Christmas” and “Dreidel, Dreidel, Dreidel” while also introducing audiences to a new holiday that’s sure to make them laugh. terryfator.com

Resident music headliner Barry Manilow will bring some holiday cheer to Vegas, too, when he performs “A Very Barry Christmas” at Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino Dec. 1 through 3 and 8 through 10. The production features the Grammy, Tony and Emmy award winner singing his classic hits like “Copacabana” along with some holiday favorites on a festively decorated stage. Last year, Manilow even had a local high school choir join him on stage to sing some holiday tunes! westgatelasvegas.com

For those who always make “The Nutcracker” a part of their holiday festivities, fans will

be able to enjoy the beloved classic in Las Vegas two ways this holiday season. Not only will Nevada Ballet Theatre put on the dazzling production inside The Smith Center select days Dec. 9 through 24, but a magical experience that reimagines the story — “The Immersive Nutcracker: A Winter Miracle” — can be seen inside Lighthouse ArtSpace Las Vegas at The Shops at Crystals through Dec. 30. A great way to introduce younger family members to the cherished holiday tale, the show uses the latest projection mapping technology to tell the story of “The Nutcracker” in just 30 minutes as viewers are encompassed in more than 500,000 cubic feet of projections composed of over 1 million frames of video. immersive-nutcracker.com

Naturally, both versions of “The Nutcracker” are set to the sweeping music of Pyotr Ilyich

Celebrate the holiday season with Terry Fator and his hilarious puppets at “A Very Terry Christmas”

Nevada Ballet Theatre’s “The Nutcracker” dances into The Smith Center this December for 12 performances

Tchaikovsky, with select performances of Nevada Ballet Theatre’s production featuring a live orchestra playing the iconic score. nevadaballet.org

The Ice Rink at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas is another favorite that holiday revelers won’t want to miss. Now in its 11th season, the popular attraction transforms the resort’s Boulevard Pool into a winter wonderland high above the Strip. Through Jan. 2, 2023, guests can go ice skating in the desert on a 4,200-square-foot rooftop rink, watch holiday films on The Cosmopolitan’s 65-foot-tall digital marquee, savor seasonal bites and cocktails and even roast s’mores over an open fire. Ice skate rentals are available, plus there are festive skate aid seal and reindeer rentals so younger family members can safely get out on the ice. cosmopolitanlasvegas.com

Since the holiday season is synonymous with twinkling lights, one of Las Vegas’ brightest off-Strip holiday attractions can also be found illuminating the Strip this year. An instant holiday classic when it debuted at Las Vegas Ballpark last season, Enchant — the world’s largest holiday light experience — now has two walk-thru light mazes in Las Vegas for guests to enjoy through Jan. 1, 2023: one at the Downtown Summerlin ballpark and the other at Resorts World Las Vegas. While both mazes are comprised of over 4 million lights, each one has its own holiday-themed story. Additionally, visitors to Enchant can go ice skating, purchase holiday gifts from local artisans, visit with Santa and more, making it one of the best ways for Las Vegas locals and tourists alike to create some merry memories. enchantchristmas.com

The Ice Rink at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas is a holiday favorite with visitors of all ages

Enjoy a holiday-themed dinner and show at “Tournament of Kings: ‘Twas the Knight” Enchant’s outdoor light display at Resorts World Las Vegas spans three football fields

set of a Hallmark Channel movie.

Photo of Terry Fator by Chezaray Photography; Nevada Ballet by Alicia Lee; “Tournament of Kings: ‘Twas the Knight” by Merrell Virgen; Enchant’s outdoor light display rendering courtesy of Enchant Christmas LLC; The Ice Rink by Kabik Photo Group

MAGIC WITH A FEMININE TWIST

By Heather Turk

This past June, Las Vegas’ only current headlining female magician, Jen Kramer, celebrated her 500th performance at Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino — just one day before her 30th birthday.

A fixture at the property since 2018, the Yale theater graduate holds the honor of having the longest-running Las Vegas residency by a female magician in history. Her hit residency, “The Magic of Jen Kramer,” is easily one of the city’s most enjoyable family-friendly productions, showcasing Kramer’s impressive sleight-of-hand and mentalism skills as much as her charming (and contagious!) smile.

most hesitant audience members and has them happily volunteering to assist her with her illusions. That’s important during the 90-minute show, as the majority of Kramer’s head-scratching tricks — from making a signed $100 bill appear inside of a tube of lipstick to becoming “taste buds” with someone in the crowd — rely heavily on audience participation.

Shortly after “The Magic of Jen Kramer” begins, Kramer does a quick change into one of several gorgeous dresses she wears during the show.

Kramer does her best to interact with adults and kids equally during the show, too, so if she is creating a larger-than-life Facebook page for an adult onstage, she will oftentimes turn to children in the audience to help her fill that social media page with some funny facts. Kramer first became interested in magic when she was 10 years old, and it’s easy to tell that she’s passionate about sharing her love of the craft with kids around the same age.

Whether or not Kramer inspires a new generation to follow in her footsteps, audiences young and old are sure to love “The Magic of Jen Kramer.” The production runs Friday at 5:30 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday at 3 p.m. inside the Westgate Cabaret. Tickets start at only $19.99, plus taxes and fees. westgatelasvegas.com

Jen Kramer’s Las Vegas residency is a real delight

Photos courtesy of Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino

In 2016, Kramer was named Female Magician of the Year by the International Magicians Society

A MUSICIAN MAKING A DIFFERENCE

Carlos Santana’s Las Vegas residency is leaving a lasting impact

By Heather Turk

Legendary guitar virtuoso Carlos Santana returns to the House of Blues inside Mandalay Bay this winter with his hit Las Vegas residency, “An Intimate Evening with Santana: Greatest Hits Live.”

Performing Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 25 through Feb. 5, at 8 p.m., “An Intimate Evening with Santana: Greatest Hits Live” has been a Strip staple since 2012. The rockin’ residency not only gives fans the opportunity to see the iconic musician up close, but also provides Santana with a place where he and his wife, drummer Cindy Blackman Santana, can open their hearts, share their music and set their “motives, purposes and intentions toward the highest good of life, people and the planet.”

“One of the more beautiful aspects of playing in Las Vegas is that people from all over the world travel to see us,” Santana told nonstoplife. “I meet people from everywhere who have come to shed their skin, have some fun and, as Bob Marley said, ‘Forget your troubles and dance.’ We offer that and so much more. Our intentions are to touch your heart.”

Throughout the groovy concert experience, the 75-year-old plays a mix of his greatest hits alongside songs from his most recent album, 2021’s Blessings and Miracles. Part of the long-running residency’s success can be credited to the fact that no two performances are ever the same, as even Santana doesn’t always know what song he’s going to play next.

Photo of Santana credits his father by Denise Truscello; multi-year extension by Maryanne Bilham; Blessings and Miracles by Roberto Finizio

Santana credits his father, José, with teaching him the importance of melody at a very young age — “That has never left me”

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Since May 2012, “An Intimate Evening with Santana: Greatest Hits Live” has raised more than $230,000 to benefit both The Milagro Foundation and the House of Blues Music

“Musically, we are always mixing it up,” Santana said. “Our friends who attend will always hear their favorite songs (like “Oye Como Va,” and “Smooth”), but we add new melodies and grooves as well as break out some deeper cuts nightly and songs by others that inspire us and share a message that we wish to convey. The set list is energy-filled, but we always leave space in the set where not even I know where we are going to go. We call it ‘willingness to allow willingness.’”

While there’s no doubt Santana enjoys celebrating life through his music each night, the thing he loves the most about his residency is the difference it makes to young people in need. A portion of the proceeds from all tickets sold goes toward benefitting both the House of Blues Music Forward Foundation and Santana’s own The Milagro Foundation.

Santana said that his latest album, Blessings and Miracles, was created during the COVID-19 lockdowns “to bring light in a time that was filled with fear, darkness and separation”

“With The Milagro Foundation, we get to be of service to give children around the world the best education, health services and access to art and music that they need to grow, prosper and make a positive difference in the world,” Santana stated. “Being of service to humanity and making a difference in the lives of children — there is no blessing bigger than that.” houseofblues.com/lasvegas/ santana

Carlos Santana recently signed a multi-year extension to keep rockin’ at the House of Blues Las Vegas

ONE ROCKIN’ MUSICAL LEGACY

“Bat Out of Hell – The Musical” sets up shop in the Entertainment Capital of the World

By Heather Turk

Even though he misplaced his passport and missed the final round of auditions in New York, Canadian singing sensation Travis Cormier was destined to play the starring role of Strat in the Las Vegas resident production of “Bat Out of Hell – The Musical.”

“I did a couple of auditions on a Zoom call from my home in Montreal, where I sang and performed in my living room in front of the creative team, and shortly after I was on a flight to Vegas to join the ‘Bat Out of Hell’ family,” Cormier recalled. “I have always been a big Meat Loaf fan, ever since I found my parents’ CD collection when I was a kid. To have the opportunity to sing those songs and to honor the legacy of Meat Loaf and Jim Steinman is such a huge privilege for me.”

Performing at Paris Las Vegas Tuesday through Sunday at 7 p.m. with an additional 9:30 p.m. performance on select dates, “Bat Out of Hell – The Musical” brings the legendary anthems

Photos by Chris Davis

“The music is incredible, and the storyline draws you in and takes you on a journey”

of the late Jim Steinman and Meat Loaf to life as it tells the story of two star-crossed lovers (Strat and Raven) from opposite sides of the tracks caught in a city teetering on the brink of disaster. Throughout the 90-minute production, audiences will not only hear such timeless hits from Steinman and Meat Loaf’s Bat Out of Hell albums as “I’d Do Anything for Love (But I Won’t Do That)” and “Paradise by the Dashboard Light,” but also two previously unreleased songs: “What Part of My Body Hurts the Most” and “Not Allowed to Love.”

“There are so many elements in the show that make this musical so great and special,” Cormier stated. “Everyone in the cast has an extraordinary talent, the band is amazing, there are incredible dance numbers and I think the story will resonate with people. Aside from the great music, there’s also a lot going on visually with special effects and pyro. It’s exciting from beginning to end!”

While Cormier said that performing in the rock musical has inspired him to write some new songs, the one-time runnerup on the Canadian version of “The Voice” feels blessed just to be able to keep Steinman and Meat Loaf’s musical legacy alive and help new generations discover their work.

“I think Jim Steinman’s poetic lyrics and melodies and Meat Loaf’s voice were a match made in heaven,” Cormier concluded. “The music they created is so moving that you can’t help but feel strong emotions when you listen to those songs. I think that everyone who has experienced love or loss can relate to the music. They left a legacy — songs that will live on forever.” batoutofhellvegas.com

Cormier loves performing the musical’s namesake song because he gets to “let loose” and express the “crazy rock ‘n’ roll side” of him

Cormier said audiences need to see “Bat Out of Hell –The Musical” to “fully understand the legacy that Jim Steinman and Meat Loaf left behind”

FUNNY BUSINESS

By Heather Turk

Downtown Las Vegas is serious about its comedy scene. In addition to being home to some of the city’s best comedic shows, it boasts several venues that regularly showcase some of the funniest stand-up comics in the business.

One of the best places for audiences to tickle their funny bone is inside the intimate Delirious Comedy Club at Downtown Grand Hotel & Casino. The 83-seat club hosts locally and globally celebrated comedians every Thursday through Sunday at 8 and 10 p.m., like Las Vegas favorite Don Barnhart and the man who beat Carrot Top on “Star Search,” Bob Zany. Although the lineup changes weekly, audiences are guaranteed to see three or four hilarious comics performing every show. For even more laughs, check out the club’s family-friendly “House of Magic” Thursday through Sunday at 6 p.m. featuring a different comedy magician each week. deliriouscomedyclub.com

Notoriety, the live performance venue at Neonopolis, regularly hosts a variety of funny shows as well, and in October began welcoming touring and local headlining comedians to play its 150seat showroom every Saturday and Sunday at 8 p.m. “Notoriety Presents: Downtown’s Best Comedy Show!” not only features a headlining comedian, but also a featured comic and host. Additionally, the showroom hosts an Open Mic Night & After Hours Comedy Lounge every Tuesday starting at 7 p.m. where up to 10

Get your laugh on in Downtown Las Vegas

local comics get to share the stage with four booked acts. notorietylive.com

For more nonstop laughs, “Hypnosis Unleashed!” at Four Queens Hotel & Casino turns select audience volunteers into comedy superstars every Tuesday through Saturday at 9 p.m. Hypnotist Kevin Lepine uses his certification in clinical hypnotherapy for mischief rather than good during the fast-paced show without ever embarrassing his volunteers. In fact, guests have more fun onstage than watching the sidesplitting show from their seats! vegashypnosisshow.com

Don Barnhart is a frequent headliner at Delirious Comedy Club

Notoriety recently hosted The Main Event of The World Series of Comedy

Whether you are onstage or off, “Hypnosis Unleashed!” is a real hoot

Photo of “Hypnosis Unleashed!” by Gerry McCambridge; Don Barnhart courtesy of Downtown Grand Hotel & Casino; Notoriety courtesy of Notoriety

NOT YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD PUB

Distinct drinking establishments in Downtown Las Vegas

By Heather Turk

Downtown Las Vegas is the perfect place to go bar hopping, as its bar scene boasts several eclectic watering holes that specialize in everything from specific spirits to unforgettable décor.

One of the area’s most unique drinking establishments is ReBAR, a dive bar in the Arts District that’s also an antique shop. Everything guests see, from the art on ReBAR’s walls to the chairs patrons sit on, is for sale, with new items added regularly. Additionally, there’s an outdoor patio that showcases live music Thursday through Sunday and connects ReBAR to another bar: the pirate-themed Davy’s. Both bars share a kitchen, so guests can pair a gourmet sandwich or hot dog with one of the bars’ daily beer specials, like $2 Rolling Rocks at ReBAR before 3 p.m. (only $3 after). If you prefer cocktails, Davy’s also has rum cocktails on tap, and ReBAR serves a

Photos of Lucky Day interior, DJ Booth, back alley dance club and Tea-Quila Time cocktail courtesy of Corner Bar Management; local bands courtesy of ReBAR; horse trailer by Zena Negron Photography

The rooftop club at We All Scream has an ice cream cone-shaped DJ booth with LED lights that flash in sync with the music

Lucky Day’s ceiling features a twinkling art installation designed by innovative art production agency Building 180 and created by renowned artist Keegan Olton

Enjoy live music from local bands on ReBAR’s spacious patio

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selection of Charitable Cocktails that benefit local nonprofit organizations. rebarlv.com or davyslv.com

Bar-goers can drink for a cause at the recent Fremont East addition We All Scream, too, as proceeds from the art-filled nightclub and ice creamery’s boozy milkshakes go toward funding local art projects. Each wall at the venue features floor-to-ceiling artwork by internationally renowned muralist groups PichiAvo and Bicicleta Sem Freio, and there’s a vintage dairy truck-turned-DJ booth in its back-alley dance club. There is also a rooftop club where guests can overlook Fremont Street’s lights while sipping one of the bar’s signature cocktails, like the Dandy Pants made with Tanqueray, pineapple juice, Bénédictine, passion fruit, blue curacao and cotton candy. weallscream.com

For mezcal and tequila drinkers, We All Scream’s sister bar — Lucky Day on Fremont East — serves more than 50 types of mezcals and tequilas as well as a list of creative

cocktails made with the spirits. Guests can savor such luscious libations as the Teq-Quila Time, made with tea-infused Dr. Stoner’s tequila blanco, coconut, citrus, soda, butterfly pea flowers and egg white, while dancing under a canopy of 15,000 colorful, programmable LED lights that twinkle along to the Latin rhythms played nightly by the house DJs. luckydaydtlv.com

Horse Trailer Hideout is also fast becoming a downtown favorite. Featuring an actual horse trailer inside of the bar serving drinks, the recent Main Street addition has six beers on tap, an extensive beer fridge with up to 32 different types of beer and a menu of signature cocktails like the refreshing Lavender Lush made with Las Vegas Booze Brothers’ Vodka. Live music is showcased on Friday and Saturday, and there’s a back room with a variety of games for guests to play, including a punching bag machine that spits out prizes if players reach a certain score (spoiler alert: they’re panties!).

A bar that lives up to its name, Horse Trailer Hideout has a real horse trailer inside of it

Lucky Day’s Tea-Quila Time cocktail proves tequila isn’t just meant for shooting

Drink and dance the night away at We All Scream’s back-alley dance club

DATE NIGHT EATS

Romantic restaurants in Downtown Las Vegas

By Heather Turk

Whether you’re looking for a place to celebrate a special occasion with your significant other or you’re just planning a romantic dinner, downtown Las Vegas is home to several restaurants that are perfect for a memorable date night.

HUGO’S CELLAR AT FOUR QUEENS HOTEL & CASINO

A hidden gem, this classic steakhouse transports guests to another time and place. Known for serving up a romantic experience rather than just a romantic meal, the restaurant gives every woman a longstemmed rose upon arrival. It also boasts a variety of dishes that have a tableside flair, like Hugo’s Hot Rock Specialty for Two where guests cook an assortment of meats on a sizzling granite slab right at their table. While it can be easy to fill up on the mouthwatering dinner items, especially the signature Beef Wellington, be sure to save some room for the complimentary chocolate-dipped fruits guests receive with every entrée. fourqueens.com

Vic & Anthony’s Steakhouse has a multilevel dining room, giving guests an extra sense of privacy

The Bananas Foster and Cherries Jubilee For Two desserts at Hugo’s Cellar are both flambéed tableside

OSCAR’S STEAKHOUSE AT PLAZA HOTEL & CASINO

Already known for its striking view of Fremont Street Experience’s lights, this sophisticated restaurant named after former mayor Oscar Goodman will soon be home to downtown Las Vegas’ first fine-dining alfresco space. Scheduled to open in late 2022, the all-new rooftop patio will let couples dine on the steakhouse’s enticing entrées, including a 16-ounce Prime Rib named after current mayor Carolyn Goodman, while overlooking Fremont and Main Streets. Guests can also dine inside the restaurant’s recently remodeled dining room, featuring new merlot-colored leather chairs, coordinating booths and complementing carpeting. plazahotelcasino.com/dining/oscarssteakhouse

PEYOTE AT FERGUSONS DOWNTOWN

Eat under the stars at Las Vegas’ first live fire restaurant, known for its scratch-made cuisine with Latin influences. Couples can curl up around a firepit or sit near a heater underneath twinkling LED light strands while dining in the relaxed restaurant’s lush cactus and succulent garden. Although menu items change seasonally, guests are guaranteed a phenomenal dinner they won’t soon forget. Brunch is also served Friday through Sunday for those who would rather dine under the sun. peyotedtlv.com

VIC & ANTHONY’S STEAKHOUSE AT GOLDEN NUGGET LAS VEGAS

Dine among vintage black-and-white Vegas photographs at this elegant steakhouse, which is known for its succulent steaks

and fresh seafood — including Live Maine Lobster by the pound. In addition to featuring a selection of USDA Prime steaks, including well-marbled Ribeye and tender Filet Mignon, the dinner menu has a few Wagyu beef options that pair perfectly with the restaurant’s scrumptious sides, like the flavorful Wild Mushrooms or Au Gratin Potatoes. A trio of steaks are also available that are sized to share, or couples can split one of the delicious appetizers, such as the

Photo of Vic & Anthony’s Steakhouse images courtesy of Fertitta Entertainment; Hugo’s Cellar courtesy of Four Queens Hotel & Casino; Oscar’s Steakhouse courtesy of Plaza Hotel & Casino

Oscar’s recent dining room renovations give the restaurant a vintage Vegas steakhouse ambiance

Romance is always in the air on Peyote’s lushly landscaped desert patio

Savor a USDA Prime Ribeye steak with or without the bone at Vic & Anthony’s Steakhouse

ADVENTURE AWAITS IN MESA THIS WINTER

New

digital passport invites visitors to go outside and get rewarded

By Kate Wallace

Surrounded by the Sonoran Desert in Arizona, Mesa serves up a vast outdoor playground for adventure. From hiking and biking to cruising calm waters and scaling majestic mountains, nearly every recreational pursuit can be enjoyed here. Two regions make up the bulk of the adventurous terrain for visitors: the Tonto National Forest, just north and east of the city, and the Superstition Wilderness, a region full of wild west history and a rich cultural heritage that is still celebrated today.

One of the best ways to learn about the world’s most complex desert ecosystem is at the Nature Center in Usery Mountain Regional Park. Themed hikes, lunch and learn lectures and ranger-guided nature strolls are hosted all season long inside the park’s trail system. Most guests head straight for the park’s most popular peak at the top of the Wind Cave Trail where stunning views of Greater Phoenix can be enjoyed at 2,840foot elevation.

At Lost Dutchman State Park, visitors are also treated to a lengthy calendar of events each winter with daily programs centered on desert education and entertainment.

Sonoran Desert trails wind visitors through lush landscapes unique to the region

Moonlight hikes, scorpion hunts, stargazing sessions, gardening lessons and even concerts at the base of the Superstition Mountains are some of the enjoyments that can be had in the park. Lost Dutchman State Park now offers fully furnished cabins ideal for weekend getaways and extended stays, with heating and air-conditioning, picnic tables and fire ring grills.

Mesa’s lakes and rivers are also great locations to experience Arizona’s desert flora and fauna up close. Birders love the tranquil riverbanks at both Granite Reef and Phon D Sutton recreation areas, located on the Lower Salt River. Visitors often report seeing the herd of wild horses that reside here, spotting them just before dawn and at sunset as they graze on river grass and cool off in the water. Lake cruises and water sports are plentiful at both Saguaro and Canyon lakes, with each one offering unique canyon-carved shorelines for exploration.

Now, visitors can log their journey on the all-new Adventure Explorer Passport, a collaboration with leading adventure enthusiasts at Wildjoy and Visit Mesa, the area’s destination marketing team. The mobile-friendly platform invites visitors to get outside and check off their adventures by checking in on the passport, all while earning points that can be turned in for prizes. The digital passport features a list of curated adventures, selected by Wildjoy founder and fun seeker Lacy Cain. The list ranges from easy to moderate experiences, and each one is marked by geo-coordinates making the check-in experience seamless on the passport. Guests can also download the accompanying Adventure Explorer Guide that features a detailed listing of Arizona birds, wildlife, flora, outfitter listings and helpful tips on how to prepare for your visit to the Sonoran Desert.

Focused on sharing the pursuit of genuine wild joy, Cain founded her company to push people to get out into nature and experience the power of simply being outside. Wildjoy’s online reviews and endorsements of Arizona adventures can be found throughout the Wildjoy website and across their social media channels.

VisitMesa.com/Passes

Photo of Adventure Explorer Passport, bikers and Lacy Cain by Slaven Gujic; Usery Mountain courtesy of Visit Mesa; Horses Lenny Catalanotto

The new Adventure Explorer Passport rewards visitors that seek out adventure in Mesa, Arizona

Usery Mountain Regional Park offers miles of hiking trails for all activity levels

Horse spotting is a popular activity along Mesa’s Lower Salt River

Lacy Cain, founder of Wildjoy, invites visitors to opt outside this winter

A DESTINATION MINDFUL OF ALL YOUR SENSES

Mesa, Arizona is America’s first Autism Certified City! We also offer the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower program, which supports travelers with various needs as a way to secure support while they’re enjoying Mesa. Experience authentic Arizona fun with confidence knowing your needs come first.

SADDLE UP SCOTTSDALE

By Sean Davies

For over half a century, Arizona has had many horse aficionados galloping to the Sonoran Desert for the Annual Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show.

Founded way back in 1955 by a host of Arabian horse owners, the first all Arabian Horse Show in Scottsdale owes a debt of gratitude to Ruth and Ed Tweed, Helen Wrigley and Anne and Fowler McCormick. While each equine enthusiast was a sponsor, it was Helen Wrigley herself that hosted the inaugural event at the stables and arena at the Wrigley’s mansion near the Biltmore Resort. Some 100 horses and their owners participated in the show, while Ed Tweed, then president of the Arabian Horse Association, provided commentary from a truck bed.

After the show’s beginnings at the Arizona Biltmore, it was the McCormicks turn to host. For two years, their home’s horse arena served as a venue, as they transformed a newly purchased 150 acres in Scottsdale into the show’s next home, a horse facility known as Paradise Park.

In 1989, the show moved to the HorseWorld facility. Later rebranded as WestWorld, the facility has been host to the Annual Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show ever since. Now, more commonly referred to as simply “The Scottsdale Show,” the event boasts over 2,400 horses, over 350 commercial exhibitors and attracts over 300,000 attendees annually, making it the largest Arabian horse show in the world.

The magnificent steeds compete in a variety of categories that highlight the unique traits

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of the breed. Competitions in dressage and English and Western pleasure riding showcase the Arabian horse’s manners and intelligence. Their ability to work on a ranch is tested in the cow horse category, where Arabian horses are used to herd cattle. No matter the category, no guests leave doubting what made the animal a favorite in the eyes of the Tweeds, Wrigleys and McCormicks.

The Annual Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show

Photos courtesy of the Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show

Gold Champion International Junior Champion colt Wortex Kalliste with Ted Carson

Youth rider Isabella Sobral from Conroe, Texas and her horse Come Spin With Me taking a walk to warm up for the Short Stirrup Reining

Native Costume competitors are a must-see

DESERT BEAUTY

Discover the Sonoran Desert on a visit to Phoenix

By Teresa Bitler

Phoenix sits in the northern part of the Sonoran Desert, one of only four deserts in North America. But unlike the stereotypical desert, the Sonoran Desert is lush with saguaro cactus, mesquite trees, creosote bushes and similar vegetation. For Allegiant passengers who haven’t explored this diverse landscape yet, winter is the perfect time to check it out.

DESERT BOTANICAL GARDEN

The 140-acre Desert Botanical Garden near Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport showcases 50,000 desert plants, many from the Sonoran Desert. However, visitors who want to learn about the Sonoran Desert specifically can do so on the Sonoran Desert Nature and the Plants & People of the Sonoran Desert trails. Regardless of the trail, all have signs giving information about the plants on display and boast colorful artwork by Rotraut (through May 14, 2023).

Photos courtesy of the Desert Botanical Garden

The Desert Botanical Garden has five themed trails

Visitors learn about the Sonoran Desert plants at the Desert Botanical Garden

After dark in December, garden goers passengers can visit Las Noches de las Luminarias, a popular holiday event featuring more than 8,000 luminarias. dbg.org

MCDOWELL MOUNTAIN REGIONAL PARK

This 21,099-acre regional park at the base of the McDowell Mountains offers visitors more than just hiking trails. Its Nature Center introduces visitors to the flora and fauna of the Sonoran Desert from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Saturday. Programs like nighttime creature walks are available, too.

For those who still want to hit the trails, the park has more than 50 miles of multiuse trails. Physically-fit hikers can get a workout on the 15.3-mile Pemberton Trail while those who simply want to enjoy the desert can hike the easy 3.1-mile North Trail. maricopacountyparks.net/mcdowell-mountainregional-park

DESERT BELLE

At Saguaro Lake, the Desert Belle treats passengers to an 80-minute narrated cruise that tells the story of the local Sonoran Desert as well as points out geological formations. Passengers often spot bighorn sheep, bald eagles, wild horses, deer or bobcats from their seats on the boat’s openair upper deck or climate-controlled lower deck. In addition to the basic narrated cruise, Desert Belle hosts live music cruises on the weekends, craft beer cruises on Fridays (for those 13 years and up) and wine cruises (also for those 13 and up). desertbelle.com

SOUTH MOUNTAIN PARK

One of the largest municipal parks in the country, South Mountain Park has 50 miles of Sonoran Desert trails to explore. Visitors can set out on foot or book a trail ride through Ponderosa Stables arizona-horses.com

Companies like Cactus Adventures offer guided hikes and mountain bike rides on the park’s trails. cactusadventures.com

Those who want a less strenuous way to experience the desert can drive to Dobbins Lookout for amazing views of the park and downtown Phoenix. No matter the activity, visitors should bring plenty of water and wear sunscreen, even in the winter. phoenix. gov/parks/trails/locations/south-mountain

The Desert Botanical Garden showcases Sonoran Desert plants

Photo of Sonoran Desert plants and walkers courtesy of the Desert Botanical Garden; mountain biking courtesy of Michael C. Snell / Visit Phoenix

Winter is the perfect time to enjoy the Desert Botanical Garden

Mountain biking is a popular way to explore the Sonoran Desert

Massage Therapy

Let your worries melt away in Palm Springs

By Iona Brannon

It’s clear how the city of Palm Springs has built its reputation as a vacation getaway with great restaurants, entertainment and architecture. Being in the laid-back city is enough to put some at ease, but for those that need help to slip into blissful relaxation, there are many spa treatment options in the greater Palm Springs area that can take you there.

LAVENDER DREAMS AT SPA ESMERALDA Nestled within the Renaissance Esmeralda Resort in Indian Wells is the Spa Esmeralda. The staff immediately sets the tone by offering guests a cool lavender or peppermint essence towel. Lovers of lavender will have plenty to appreciate during the Lavender Dreams treatment. The treatment leaves you smooth and sleepy after a salt scrub, warm wrap and luxurious lavender oil scalp massage. Once your treatment is over, leisurely lounge in the serene outdoor jacuzzi spa or enjoy a steam in the locker room’s wet sauna. Even the showers in the spa have aromatherapy spray you can spritz during your wash. Want to experience the famous mineral waters? Book a mineral soak in one of the spa’s secluded outdoor tubs. spaesmeralda.com

Photo of hot rock treatment courtesy of Agua Caliente Casinos; private soak and body treatment courtesy of Renaissance Esmeralda Resort & Spa

Hot rock treatment on the gemstone heating pad at Agua Caliente Sunstone Spa

Outdoor private soak at Spa Esmeralda

Outdoor body treatment at Spa Esmeralda

THE SIGNATURE MASSAGE AT AZURE PALM HOT SPRINGS

Azure Palm Hot Springs, though a newcomer in the desert spa world, is quickly building its credibility as a tranquil getaway. Their Signature Massage is the perfect blend of Swedish and deep tissue massage. The herbal steam towel treatment and Desert Sage aromatherapy will soothe your senses, and the Magic Mint Scalp Massage will have you leaving on a high note. To make the experience even more indulgent, you can book a night and have your own private mineral water tub with a stunning window view of Desert Hot Springs, or opt for the day pass alone to take things down a notch. You still get access to the Finnish sauna, two indoor spas, multiple mineral spring soaking tubs and Southern California’s largest hot mineral springs pool. azurepalmhotsprings.com

THE JETPEEL FACIAL AND HALOTHERAPY AT AGUA CALIENTE’S SUNSTONE SPA

Regularly rated as one of the top spas in the United States, Sunstone Spa is part of the Agua Caliente Casinos. An ode to its name, gemstones are incorporated across the spa. The massage oils are infused with crystals, and the treatment beds have heated gemstone pads. There is even a gemstone massage that incorporates custom-carved sunstones. The Rancho Mirage spa has recently introduced the JetPeel technology as a facial treatment. The JetPeel, favored by celebrities such as Jennifer Aniston and Demi Moore, gives a refreshing, deep cleanse while exfoliating and helping with lymphatic drainage. Another interesting treatment that the Sunstone Spa offers is Halotherapy, a salt therapy treatment that claims to be beneficial for congestion, allergies and asthma. Outside of treatments, there’s plenty to pamper yourself with in the 10,500-square-foot spa. The lounge rooms have anti-gravity grounding chairs, and the men’s and women’s spa areas each have a jacuzzi, dry sauna and eucalyptus steam room. aguacalientecasinos.com/spa

Photo of in-room tubs and pool courtesy of Azure Palm Hot Springs Resort & Day Spa Oasis; Prickly Pear treatment courtesy of Agua Caliente Casinos

Spa suite in-room mineral water tubs at Azure Palm Hot Springs Resort & Day Spa Oasis

100-foot mineral spring pool at Azure Palm Hot Springs Resort & Day Spa Oasis

Prickly Pear treatment at Agua Caliente Sunstone Spa

A Delightfully Danish Christmas

By Connor McIlveen

A California Christmas might leave some folks with visions of palm trees instead of sugar plums, but in the Santa Ynez valley, the town of Solvang has created a celebration of the season that is not to be missed. The Solvang Julefest is a month-long festival of holiday cheer, with beautiful lights, tasty treats and decorated streets humming with song. The event spans from November 27 through January 1, and special stand out days provide even more wintery wonderment.

Even without the additional pageantry of the season, Solvang still shines in the winter months thanks to its strong architectural background. Solvang’s rich heritage dates back to 1911 when adventurous Danish-Americans traversed the plains from Iowa to establish a settlement in the golden state of California. After purchasing a stunning 9,000 acres of the former Rancho San Carlos de Jonata, they situated their new community adjacent to the historic Old Mission Santa Inés and created a little Danish home away from home. This Danish architecture that the town has

Solvang’s Julefest brings Scandinavian charm to California Wine Country

Danish treats and Christmas cheer are available at many quaint shops

Solvang is lit up for the holiday season

created and preserved provides a perfect backdrop to the holiday season, earning this town its moniker of “Most Christmassy Towns in America” from Time Magazine

During the entirety of Julefest, visitors are invited to participate in the Nisse Adventure. Hidden throughout the city are mysterious little Scandinavian gnomes known as nisse. Visitors are encouraged to hunt for these little creatures, each with their own QR code that helps hunters keep track of all the nisse they’ve found and gives them clues on where more may be located.

Nisse aren’t the only magical beings invading the quaint Dutch hamlet. Santa’s Workshop makes a stop in town November 27 and is open every Saturday leading up to Christmas day. Children can visit the portly red cheermeister and share their Christmas wish list. Santa will be joined by his usual cadre of elves and his ever loving spouse, who all help transform downtown Solvang into a winter wonderland.

A tree lighting ceremony on December 3 adds even more sparkle to the already twinkling town, which will then play host to the Julefest Parade the following day. Mr. Claus himself will be in attendance, along with over 400 other participants marching down Alisal Road, Copenhagen Drive and adjacent streets in a spectacular display of holiday cheer.

Exploring the town during Julefest is highly encouraged, as the pedestrian-friendly village hosts three museums, 30+ restaurants and bakeries and 150 retail shops, all of which

join in on the joyous jubilee. Some of the best restaurants the area has to offer can be sampled in quick succession thanks to the Solvang Food Tour, operating December 4, 11, and 18. For four hours, a professional tour guide leads guests to tastings of local wine, beer, Danish baked goods, chocolate and the fabled aebleskiver, a delicious Dutch pancake ball, all while sharing stories of Solvang’s unique history.

Candlelight tours every Friday in December provide another opportunity for a festive foray into the frosted avenues of Solvang. These tours, however, are led by a Christmas character who not only takes guests on a historic walkabout, but cajoles them into caroling as they wander the winter wonderland.

Elverhoj Museum of History and Art in Solvang hosts a Makers Market each Saturday before Christmas. A curated group of talented artisans from area studios and workshops will showcase and sell their handmade goods on December 4, 11, and 18 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Entrance to the market is free, and once in, shoppers will be treated to an assortment of gifts perfect for those who couldn’t make the trip. For those who do make it, Solvang’s Julefest is the only present they will need.

Photos by Central Coast Pictures

Danish architecture adds provincial charm to this California town

Christmas trees grace nearly every storefront during Julefest

VISIT THE VINEYARDS

Sample DAOU’s awardwinning wines and more at the family estate

By Teresa Bitler

Long before Allegiant began pouring DAOU Family Estates wines on its flights, brothers Georges and Daniel Daou harvested their first grapes on Daou Mountain near Paso Robles, California. Today, Allegiant passengers can sample their award-winning wines and enjoy Lebanese-inspired dishes while overlooking the vineyards at the winery.

DAOU FAMILY ESTATES

Georges says the brothers became passionate about wine after their family relocated to France during the Lebanese civil war. Before they became winemakers, though, they moved to the U.S. and founded DAOU

Systems, a networking company that made transferring medical records easier. The sale of that company in 1982 allowed them to buy their Paso Robles vineyard.

Today, the 212-acre hilltop estate produces some of California’s finest wines. Over the past decade, DAOU wines have been awarded scores of 90+ points more than 200 times. Its best-selling vintages include DAOU Soul of a Lion, DAOU Rosé, Pessimist by DAOU and DAOU Cabernet Sauvignon, which is available for sale on Allegiant flights.

WINERY EXPERIENCES

Allegiant passengers can visit DAOU Family Estates by flying to Santa Maria on the airline and driving to Paso Robles. From there, it’s a 20-minute drive on tree-lined roads, past vines and up DAOU mountain to the Spanishstyle tasting room. Once welcomed onsite, visitors can taste inside under wrought-iron chandeliers or outside on the patio overlooking the property’s rolling vineyards.

The winery also offers several visitor experiences such as the Discover DAOU Experience, which introduces guests to DAOU’s Reserve and Estate collections. A similar option, The Best of the Best Tasting Experience features three glasses of the winery’s finest wines: the 2020 Estate Chardonnay, 2019 Estate Mayote and 2018 Estate Soul of a Lion.

For those who want to learn more about winemaking, the Discover DAOU Vineyard Excursions take guests into the vineyards for a 90- to 120-minute tour while the Cabernet Clone Experience begins in the experimental vineyard and includes a private tasting of three estate clonal selections. All experiences require reservations.

AT HOME

For passengers who can’t make it to the winery, DAOU offers On-Demand Virtual

Tasting videos. Participants purchase one of four tasting flights: DAOU Select ($130), Reserve Reds ($180), Reserve Whites ($135) or DAOU Journey Collection ($125). Each three-bottle flight comes with instructions on how to conduct a tasting using videos led by Katherine Daou.

Those who want to simply share DAOU wines with family and friends can download DAOU+, the winery’s app. Users can purchase exclusive wines updated weekly, gift them to others and reserve tasting experiences if they do get a chance to visit the winery. Future benefits may include personalized event invites and access to a personal sommelier. daouvineyards.com

Photos courtesy of DAOU Family Estates

Allegiant’s Commitment to Our Communities

By Allegiant Corporate Giving

A month after Hurricane Ian swept across Florida, Allegiant continues its efforts to aid and restore the regions most impacted by the devastating storm. In addition to an immediate $100,000 monetary donation, the Las Vegas-based company is currently in the midst of sponsoring a nationwide blood drive in partnership with the American Red Cross.

Enabling community safety, preparedness, and recovery in the event of a disaster is one of Allegiant’s key philosophies. Many communities in which Allegiant team members live and work were in the storm’s direct path, and employees and customers far and wide wanted to help. In order to ensure our efforts would go directly to those who need it most, we teamed up with the American Red Cross — a trusted organization when it comes to providing critical disaster relief.

One of the most efficient ways to make a difference is through a monetary donation, which is why Allegiant announced the $100,000 donation to the American Red Cross two days after the storm made landfall. In addition, the company activated an online giving platform to empower anyone wishing to make a donation to disaster relief efforts.

On Nov. 1, Allegiant and the American Red Cross launched a month-long nationwide blood drive encouraging team members, their friends and families, and passengers, to give a life-saving gift straight from their heart. Donating blood in the aftermath of a crisis is one of the best ways people who do not live in the area can help. Donating blood can not

only help fortify local supplies, it can also help reduce local demand, ensuring more blood is available for those in need elsewhere.

Florida is such a critical part of Allegiant’s network, as we serve 10 airports in the Sunshine State, and are currently building the Sunseeker Resort in Charlotte Harbor near the Punta Gorda Airport.

If you or anyone you know is affected by Hurricane Ian and needing a safe place to go, you can find information for open Red Cross shelters on redcross.org, the Red Cross emergency app or by calling 1-800-RED CROSS (800-733-2767).

Photos courtesy of the American Red Cross

The Squad Takes Flight for Fun!

By Katy Rizo, Dir. Culture & Engagement and Diversity & Inclusion

The Fun Squad is comprised of Team Members from different locations and work groups who act as liaisons between our Culture & Engagement Department and Team Members in their area. Fun Squad Members help to keep our Team Members united and involved despite the physical miles that may be between our locations.

They have hosted a wide array of events from family picnic days, movie nights, and camping trips to volleyball tournaments, happy hours and video game tournaments. They truly embody our value of being Biased for Action, taking the initiative to keep making Allegiant a great place to work!

Find out why Team Members love being a part of the Fun Squad.

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Team Member:

“Allegiant allows for a close relationship amongst workgroups because we operate in small teams. It’s one of the most underrated aspects of our work culture.”

Bradly Dugan, Captain (FLL)

“I believe having fun is a requirement to enjoying life and your work—I love seeing the notso-serious side of people!”

Petra

Baptiste, Flight Attendant (SFB)

“Teamwork is my favorite value because it takes everyone working together to make a successful company.”

Pacific Hobbick, Lead CSA/GOA (BLI) “I love how Allegiant takes care of customers and Team Members. We all love travel, pride ourselves on professionalism, but also like to have fun!”

Andrew Blansett, Materials Specialist (TYS)

am proud to work for Allegiant for the same reasons that I chose to fly on Allegiant before

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nonstop flights and friendly flight attendants and pilots. We also have the absolute best core values.”

Dorinda Hogle, Flight Attendant (IND)

“I enjoy the culture at Allegiant and the ability to empower Team Members to make the customer experience better for travelers. We don’t just fly; we fly for fun and love bringing our passengers to exciting destinations across the country.”

Avery Davis, Lead Tech IT (HQ)

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TRAVELER INFORMATION

SAFETY FIRST

Customer safety is Allegiant®’s first concern. Please be advised that interference with the duties of crew members, including flight attendants, is a violation of federal laws. Our crews are thoroughly trained in all safety procedures. To ensure your own safety, we hope you take a moment to review the safety information card located in the seat pocket in front of you. Be aware of the following:

• Location of the nearest emergency exit

• Location of your emergency oxygen mask, if needed

• Correct procedure for exiting the cabin in an emergency

SEAT BELTS

Seat belts must be fastened ANY TIME the seat belt sign is on, during taxi, takeoff and landing. Once the seat belt sign is turned off, you may walk around the cabin. Due to unexpected turbulence, it is strongly recommended that you keep your seat belt fastened any time while in your seat. Allegiant’s exit seating policy does not allow the use of seat belt extensions in the exit seats due to tripping hazards.

CHILD RESTRAINT SEATS

Federal Aviation Administration requires that all child restraint seats used on planes meet federal safety standards. Acceptable seats bear proper labeling “THIS RESTRAINT IS CERTIFIED FOR USE IN MOTOR VEHICLES AND AIRCRAFT" from the manufacturer. Unlabeled seats or seats manufactured before Jan. 1, 1981, are not acceptable. Child restraint seats are to be placed into a window seat and secured with an aircraft seat belt.

PHOTOS & VIDEOS ONBOARD

The use of small cameras or mobile devices for photography and video is permitted onboard provided you keep the purpose of your photography and video to capturing personal events. Photographing or recording other customers or airline personnel without their express consent is prohibited. Airline personnel reserve the right to prohibit photos and videos onboard the aircraft if it becomes a disturbance to them or other passengers.

ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES

Allegiant is forbidden to serve alcoholic beverages to anyone who appears to be intoxicated or who has not yet reached the age of 21. It is a violation of federal regulations to drink alcoholic beverages during a flight unless they have been served by Allegiant personnel.

SMOKING

Smoking, the use of other tobacco products, e-cigarettes and other similar smoking devices are not permitted on any Allegiant flight. Federal law imposes fines of $1,000 for smoking and up to $2,000 for any attempt to disable an aircraft smoke detector.

AIRBUS A319

Number of Aircraft: 35

Cruising Speed: 514 mph

Range: 4,315 miles

Maximum Take-Off Weight: 166,000 pounds

Maximum Passengers: 156

Total Length: 111 feet

Wingspan: 112 feet

Pilots: 2

Flight Attendants: 4

AIRBUS A320

Number of Aircraft: 80

Cruising Speed: 561 mph

Range: 3,797 miles

Maximum Take-Off Weight: 172,000 pounds

Maximum Passengers: 186

Total Length: 123 feet

Wingspan: 112 feet

Pilots: 2

Flight Attendants: 4

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