LAS VEGAS (July 2017) – Now on display at The Mob Museum, the National Museum of Organized Crime and Law Enforcement, “Mob at the Movies” explores how organized crime has been portrayed in popular culture. Featuring artifacts from well-known movies and television shows, the exhibit demonstrates the history of Americans’ fascination with the Mob in popular culture. Among the artifacts, a 1952 poster from the film “The Captive City” featuring … [Read more...]
Skiing Tahoe on the Cheap
Not everyone has the luxury of living within reasonable driving distance to Lake Tahoe, California/Nevada's many, amazing snow resorts. So if you are a weekend snow warrior and want to spend Saturday and Sunday on the Tahoe slopes, you’re looking at some pretty nasty expenses that hinder your ability to simply pick up and go: transportation, lodging, lift tickets, meals, and maybe even having to rent equipment. We’re talking, easily, $700-900 per … [Read more...]
Visitors Flock to Las Vegas to Commemorate Chinese New Year
The Entertainment Capital of the World Welcomes the Year of the Rooster with Special Events, Cuisine and More LAS VEGAS (January 14, 2017) - Las Vegas will celebrate the 2017 Chinese New Year with an extensive array of culinary offerings, entertainment and experiences for visitors to usher in the Year of the Rooster. Honoring the rich culture and historical importance of Spring Festival, Las Vegas will feature symbolic décor and stunning … [Read more...]
Opportunity Village’s ‘Las Vegas Great Santa Run’ to Bring Thousands of Santas to Downtown Las Vegas on Dec. 3
Registration now open Santas will take over Downtown Las Vegas for the 12th annual, iconic Las Vegas Great Santa Run benefitting Opportunity Village on Saturday, December 3. This year, Human Nature will join Opportunity Village’s “OVIPs” as the Grand Marshals of 2016. The Strip’s famed Chippendales will serve as the Grand Marshals for the one-mile Kris Kringle Jingle Walk. The morning will kick off with music by a DJ Mikey P, a Zumba … [Read more...]
How to get yourself ready for a trip to Las Vegas
Well you’re finally taking the big leap. You’ve been dreaming of it for a long time, you’ve booked your tickets and now you’re about to go on the holiday you’ve been dreaming of for a long time. But now what? The haze has ascended and you’re none the wiser of what to pack. Well fear not, help is at hand with this useful guide. To-do list Perhaps the first thing to bear in mind about Las Vegas is that there is practically too much to do. … [Read more...]
Looking At the Origins Of Blackjack; Where The Games Come From And Why It’s So Popular
Out of all the different casino games, blackjack is one of the most popular casinos games worldwide. A large part of its popularity may play a part in the fact of the games simplicity. Although the game requires great skill, and still to this day there are many guides on how to play blackjack and ways to test your skill on the game. It is still a game that most people are able to pick up very quickly which itself encourages people to play. … [Read more...]
Upcoming Antarctica Trip, Ortelius Basecamp – Oceanwide Expeditions
Antarctica has been on my list of remote places to visit for years - I never have done so because of a variety of reasons, one has to cross the Drake Passage (supposedly one of the world's most treacherous waters - I get very bad sea sickness at times) and the cost of getting there - which as demand grows to visit the costs seem to have gone down (just a cursory observation). I randomly met Dan and Audrey of the travel site, Uncornered Market … [Read more...]
Best New Years Eve Vacations According To JustFly
While it’s fun to gather around with friends and family to watch New Year’s celebrations on television and countdown to your timezone’s entry into the New Year, some people like to take it to the next level. There are several amazing places to enjoy the ringing in of the New Year and it just so happens that JustFly’s list of top holiday destinations includes many of them. I decided to take a look at my favourite places to celebrate the New Year … [Read more...]
Winding our Way to Andorra La Vella
We arrived at the summit pass between France and Andorra and were greeted by thick fog. Opting to pay the €6 tunnel fee (rather than driving up over the ridge on the old very windy road) we were very surprised when we burst through the tunnel into brilliant blue skies and sunshine radiating all around us. A long valley lay below us with jagged still snow covered peaks surrounding. It was like going from a June Gloom Malibu California day where … [Read more...]
A Guide To California’s Top Natural Beauty Spots
California is pretty amazingly beautiful, so selecting the top 5 spots was pretty tough, but in the name of being succinct that's what I have done for this post. So here are my favourite few places in California - must see spots for any nature lover. 1. Redwood National Park I just love forests, so this was always going to be on my list. The national park is mostly made of dense forest and beautiful (and huge) redwood trees which are sure to … [Read more...]
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