Royal Saloon

This brings me onto trying to get hold of my favourite Glenmorangie and Genfiddich without paying the earth, I do this by buying direct from The Whisky exchange, I’ll not kid you if you use my link you not only save by buying over the internet direct, but I also receive a small commission, now my father having been a canny accountant would appreciate that. But seriously the overheads are a lot lower buying over the net, the Whisky Exchange people save on a number of overheads that helps keep the cost lower. Plus they are also offering smart deals, and quantity discounts, so it’s really a win win situation.

Take a look by clicking on one of the numerous links I’ve got dotted about this post for the Whisky exchange, and I think you will be very appreciative that you did, I know I was impressed, in fact it made me want to promote them to as many like minded people that I could find.

Ok that’s it for this post but I’ll be back, I’ve got a few stories to tell about my fathers escapades, he certainly was no angel and much was based on his love of spirits and the fairer sex, that’s why I’ve put the picture of the girl as the header of this blog, thought he’d appreciate it, my mother might not but I bet she understands.

Many Las Vegas visitors come to the city of sin every year with the hopes of seeing a new and unique show. If you are visiting Las Vegas and are planning on taking up some shows but want to see something that most have not yet started talking about than this ICE show should be your destination of choice. This show is completely conducted on ice is like nothing you have ever seen before.

42 of Russia’s finest on ice performers and athletes take to the stage to bring something you will enjoy remember forever. With jaw dropping choreography presented to you by Debra Brown, who is the mastermind behind Cirque du Soleil’s Mystere and O. you will be stunned from beginning to end. Everything from the music to the costumes to even the lighting is fantastic! From the founder of the ice Circus in Moscow, Sergey Ryshkoff, the entire production piece is something that will keep you talking. This show is hosted at the Riviera Hotel and Casino at the newly renovated Versailes Theater daily except for Fridays. With an upgraded pass you can now come back stage and meet the performers of this wonderful and exhilarating show. A 15-minute tour will begin after the show concludes for any of those interested in learning more about the shows member and the story behind the show. This Ice show is quickly growing in popularity and ranking. The show venue is smaller than most so the intimacy level between performer and audience is at a much greater strength. The basis of the story lies on cold Russia and the trials and tribulations of leaving an old place and heading for a new adventure. If you enjoy Vegas shows that should be a must on your list of things to do while visiting the city of lights.

For many going on vacation includes taking a break from animals and your pets but for others the love will always be there and taking part of an excursion that involves animals in one way or another is something that is sought out by many visitors in Las Vegas.

Comedy Pet Theater at the Planet Hollywood resort and Casino has a fantastic show involving animals and comedy that all animal lovers would enjoy. Gregory Popovich is a Moscow circus superstar and in this European-style comedy you will be left in stitches when you are done. All animals have been rescued from various animal shelters and given an amazing second chance at life. Gregory Popovich uses everything from dogs to housecats and even mice in the wonderful act that he has put together. Greg is no stranger to the bright lights of television. He has been seen with his furry little animals on the David Letterman show, Jay Leno, Animal Planet and many many more.  If you are even remotely an animal lover this show is perfect for you.  Never again will you see a show involving animals like this at any other event. All animals are trained by a highly skilled professional who has spent most of his life working with animals. This is a perfect show to take your family if you need a break from the sounds of the casino and the bright lights of the strip. If you have ever wanted to see a Dog juggle now is your time. All shows are done at the Planet Hollywood so if you are hungry these show tickets also include dinner at specific locations.

Ok so you have decided to pack your bags and head to the city of sin, Las Vegas.  You have been waiting for a vacation for a while now and you want to take full advantage of what the city of lights have to offer. How about coming home to your friends and family with a skydiving story?

Skydiving can be a great way to have an amazing experience in Las Vegas that would include some real outside of the box activities. This tandem skydiving jump would be done with a professional instructor so you can ensure a safe and peaceful fall just in time to grab some dinner and cocktails. Experience a fall for one full minute followed by a controlled decent with your instructor tightly strapped in. Nowhere in Las Vegas will you be able to experience spectacular views like this high above the cities sidewalks.  This will be an experience to remember and something you can someday tell your grandchildren. You will be equipped with all the proper and necessary equipment and gear to make your jump a safe jump. You will also have the option have your entire jump recorded onto a DVD so that you view it at a later date. All tours depart from the Tropicana Resort and Casino and drop off will also be at the same location.

People sometimes spend their whole lives talking about how they want to go sky diving but now is your time to stop talking and actually doing it. Having the DVD can allow your family and friends to watch and see how amazing the jump was. Skydiving can be single handedly one of the most breathtaking and exhilarating things you do. Why not do it visiting Las Vegas.

With Las Vegas tourism numbers at their lowest they have been in a long time, Governor Jim Gibbons of Nevada would like to get California visitors here quicker and easier with a high speed train. For many years this idea has been nothing more than that, an idea. But Gibbons has recently met with Barrack Obama about applying the stimulus package to this idea.

If constructed this new high speed train would take southern California residents to Las Vegas in about 86 minutes and would avoid drivers to have to use interstate 15 to make the trek across the desert. The train travels at around 300 mph and sits on magnetic levitation technology. Currently this type of train has been used in Japan since 2003 and Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger and Gibbons have agreed to the project. This would stimulate local tourism for people not really willing to make the car ride but would enjoy taking a train ride to Las Vegas. Since more and more people are trying to stay closer to home for vacations this would be a great way to put some pep back into the Las Vegas economy as well as California’s. Certain steps have already been made to free up room for the project like a $45 million dollar study on the environmental impact for this project. Totals numbers to build the train would be in the ballpark of $12-$13 billion and would create many new jobs along with it. Nothing has been approved but officials are getting together to discuss options on how to allow this dream to come true.

We all make and crack jokes on couples who decide to elope and run off to Vegas to tie the knot. You can sit in your car in a drive through or have Elvis bring you and your loved one together in holy matrimony. Vegas is known for creative lovebirds and buffets and thousand flock every year to take advantage of the many unique and creative ways to show their love for their significant other. You can now take a helicopter flight into the Grand Canyon and get married as well. If you are going to do it I guess a helicopter ride into the dessert over looking one of the natural wonders of the world is a great way. You can even have an Elvis or Johnny Cash impersonator do the job for you just to spice things up and give you something else to tell your friends. You will have a professional photographer join and take up to 200 photos of the memorable experience so that you and your loved one can have something to remember it by. Imagine telling all your friends back home about the experience? It will definitely be and experience to remember.

When visiting Las Vegas some of those who have never been here before already know what the best attractions are. They have heard some of those house hold names and terms and they have already created a mental itinerary for themselves. But some of those attractions are not always thrown around by random speaking strangers or households across the globe.

The Las Vegas night strip helicopter ride is one attraction that should be done at some point. What better way to really see the strip at night then to fly directly over it. For a short time it really allows you to feel like a star. Each flyer has the option to sip a glass of champagne while they bask at all the precious lights and flickering lights down below. Total flying distance is close to 25 miles of an indescribable view. Never in your life will you be able to see Las Vegas this way.

This state of the art helicopter will allow you to fly in elegance and style. If you are looking to do something different from the norm of Las Vegas a helicopter ride will allow you to bring an experience to your trip like no other.

Microsoft Surface computers are now at the Rio iBar.

Harrah’s is the first company to deploy a Microsoft Surface Computer with a suite of customized applications. Of course the units will be branded with Harrah’s / Rio branding, but the applications on the computer are quite intriguing.

Microsoft Surface is a 30-inch table display that individuals or multiple people can interact with digital content, using touch and gestures or using objects from the real world, like a glass, yes you can put your drink on it. I have seen it used in a scenario of laying our cell phones and it will tell you which phones they are and what capabilities they have. Yes we go to CES and other geek outings.

This table paired with electronic devices such as bluetooth, RFID, GPS will be really cool in the future.

The Rio’s iBar is located at the main entrance of the Rio. Literally as soon as you walk in the front doors 25 feet in-front of you is the ibar.

Each table is estimated to cost $10,000.

Microsoft has created applications for the Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino iBar that include games a group can play together.

Here are some of the applications Microsoft built for Harrah’s
(from microsoft.com):

• Flirt Vegas style by adding a hip ultra-lounge vibe to the flirting experience. This application allows guests to create an exciting new way to chat and meet people from one Surface to another. Strategically placed video cameras at each Surface add even more energy to the action, allowing guests to interact with old friends, flirt with new acquaintances, and take and send photos across the lounge.

• Mixologists are inspired to create and order their own signature cocktails for themselves or to send to that special someone across the room using Surface and Harrah’s intuitive food and beverage application.

• Hip-notic describes how guests will feel when kicking back to find and view the latest and most popular online videos with their friends on Surface.

• Head Games are taken to a whole new level with Harrah’s creative suite of play-for-fun games. With the unique Surface interface, Harrah’s adds an exciting new take on some old favorites such as High Roller bowling, Dissed multiplayer pickup pinball, and a Last Call musical memory game that encourage the whole group to play together. Leaderboards add excitement as guests compete with one another to see who can climb to the top of the scoreboard.

In addition to Harrah’s unique applications and play-for-fun games, the Surface units also feature a photos application and a virtual concierge application developed by Microsoft that Harrah’s customized for its environment.

• See and Be Scene is what guests can do as they tour all of Harrah’s Vegas properties and explore attractions in Vegas without leaving their seat at the iBar.

• Virtual Vegas aptly describes how guests will take a virtual walk down the Las Vegas strip on Surface, letting their fingers be the guide. Guests will be able to get information on the latest events and attractions at all Harrah’s properties throughout Vegas.

Flights to and from Las Vegas will be cut by and average of 25% due to rising fuel prices. So with fewer flights and rising costs Las Vegas Tourism may take a hit.

The cut comes from most major carriers and not the smaller ones so good deals are still out there.

If tourism in Las Vegas goes south we will once again see better hotel room rates.

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