Month: November 2013

Three Iron-Clad Reasons It’s OK to Make a Sucker Bet in Las Vegas

Blackjack is one of the most popular table games in Las Vegas, and casinos have an array of side bets...

November 17 2013 — 2 min read — 1 comment

Six Temptations You’ll Love at Pizza Rock Las Vegas

Pizza Rock, a new restaurant in downtown Las Vegas, is absolutely crushing it. During our most recent visit, the place...

November 17 2013 — 3 min read — 4 comments

Ever Have Days Like This in Las Vegas?

Come on, we've all had them. All we can say on days like these are pace yourself and stay optimistic....

November 16 2013 — 1 min read — 0 comments

Australian Bee Gees Show Keeps Disco Alive at Excalibur

Some Las Vegas shows manage to fly under the radar, but once you discover them, you're glad you did. The...

November 16 2013 — 2 min read — 0 comments

The Las Vegas Casino Promotion We’re Loving Right Now: Stache Your Cash

Casinos are always trying to come up with promotions to catch our eye, but this once actually did. The "Stache...

November 15 2013 — 1 min read — 0 comments

SlotZilla Zipline Gets Wired in Downtown Las Vegas, Set to Launch in December

The long-awaited SlotZilla zipline in downtown Las Vegas has moved into the final stages of preparation for its opening in...

November 15 2013 — 2 min read — 1 comment

Don’t Wait Until NFR to Try This Crowd-Sourced Cocktail at Gilley’s Las Vegas

Gilley's at Treasure Island continues to defy our expectations, never failing to serve up some darned fine cocktails and hearty...

November 15 2013 — 2 min read — 1 comment

Behold the Completed High Roller Observation Wheel

Progress on the High Roller Ferris wheel in Las Vegas, the tallest observation wheel in the world at 550 feet,...

November 15 2013 — 2 min read — 4 comments

“Zarkana” to Temporarily Close at Aria to Work On Its Suck

One of the weakest Cirque du Soleil shows in Las Vegas, "Zarkana," is closing temporarily for a creative makeover, the...

November 14 2013 — 1 min read — 0 comments

Screw Pretense, Binion’s Has the Best Burger in Las Vegas

We've tried what must be dozens of burgers in restaurants up and down the Las Vegas Strip. The best burger...

November 14 2013 — 1 min read — 5 comments

El Loco Roller Coaster at Circus Circus Las Vegas Screams Toward Completion

Las Vegas thrill-seekers will soon have a new roller coaster to test their fortitude, the El Loco at Circus Circus....

November 14 2013 — 1 min read — 0 comments

Queen Victoria Pub at Riviera Becomes Wicked Vicky Tavern, Plus a Game Room

Let's play a game. First, check out Queen Victoria Pub, formerly at Riviera Las Vegas. Now, take a look at...

November 14 2013 — 2 min read — 0 comments

Las Vegas Quiz: What’s Big, Beautiful and Has Seven Balls?

Answer: It's our very own international tourist attraction in-the-making, the Las Vegas High Roller Ferris wheel. Installation of the High...

November 13 2013 — 1 min read — 3 comments

Today’s T-Shirt We Spotted in a Las Vegas Casino

In the running for our favorite T-shirt of 2013, albeit only marginally related to Las Vegas.

November 13 2013 — 1 min read — 0 comments