Day Trip from Vegas: Grand Canyon, Red Rock Canyon and the Hoover Dam

Las Vegas is a bright lights, bustling casinos, loud clubs and dazzling shows kind of place. Not that there’s anything wrong with that. However, if you’re seeking a break from the city’s electrifying atmosphere, there are some incredible destinations nearby that make for perfect day trips. The Grand Canyon, Hoover Dam, and Red Rock Canyon […]
Lost Vegas: The Original O’Shea’s (Now O’Sheas) Casino

Today I wanted to look back at O’Shea’s Casino. Yes, there were two apostrophes. It was a place where a non-luxurious, non-bougie person as myself felt at home. Granted the place had a smell when you first walked in, but as soon as you went passed the tables in the front, things got better. At […]
Vegas News | The Mirage Closing! The Cosmopolitan Moving! (Games) And Hot Noods!

Hard Rock / Mirage Guitar Stuff We’ll get to Hot Noods in a moment, but first…..the sale of The Mirage to Hard Rock started in 2021 and was closed in 2022. In May 2024, the company finally announced its timeline to close, renovate and reopen. Read the press release here. I love that Hard Rock […]
Lost Vegas: The Imperial Palace

The Imperial Palace held a special place in the hearts of many visitors and locals alike. Although it has since been rebranded (twice) and remodeled, the legacy of the Imperial Palace remains a fascinating chapter in the history of Las Vegas. There was a time in Las Vegas where “dealertainers” were a new concept. Sure […]
Vegas News | MGM + Marriott Details, Caesars Drops Rewards For Some, And Circus Circus Elevators Look Fun!

Much of this edition of Vegas News will come from casino corporation earnings reports and calls. These calls focus on a business’s financial health for investors. They’re also a good source of news from the past few months and some things the company might be planning. Financials do nothing for the average person so I […]
Hotel Review | Palms Casino Resort – Vegas – Ivory Suite

The Ivory Suite at Palms is the second-largest traditional suite that the property offers. This suite checks in at 1,000 square feet between two large rooms separated by a door.
Vegas vs. the World: How Does Sin City Stack Up?

In this Las Vegas vs. the World article, we asked: how does Las Vegas truly compare to other major tourist destinations around the world and within the US? Let’s dive into the numbers and see where Vegas shines and where it could up its game. Vegas vs. the World: Vegas’ Competitive Advantages: Areas for Improvement: […]
Lost Vegas Icons: Looking Back To Go Forward

Reflecting on the changing landscape of Las Vegas casinos, saying goodbye to lost Vegas icons: Mirage & Hard Rock (the first one).
High-Speed Rail From Vegas To Los Angeles Isn’t to Los Angeles

The high-speed rail will slash 4 1/2 hours on the road to two hours on trainS that’s with an S. Here’s why.
Hey Vegas Tourists, Would You Visit Durango?

When Durango Resort and Casino (a local’s casino) opened last year, I wondered: would you (as a tourist) leave the strip or downtown tourist corridor to check it out? This is a burning question in my mind after visiting the beautiful new casino down the street from me. When Fontainebleau opened, it got most of […]