The Las Vegas arts scene has been around for many years, but it wasn’t until 2002 when a non-profit organization known as Whirlygig, Inc., began hosting First Friday that the arts community in the city was made more accessible to everyone. First Friday has turned into a huge block party and arts street festival (encompassing [...]

Because it is located away from most of the mainstream hotels on the Las Vegas Strip, Hard Rock Hotel and Casino has to be able to stand on its own. As such, the dining options at the resort are plentiful, ranging from hip Mexican cuisine to around-the-clock cafes. Rare 120 A classic steakhouse with a new age [...]

Celebrate Mexican Independence, Vegas-style | Las Vegas Blogs On September 16, Mexico is celebrating 200 years of independence. Celebrate in style in Las Vegas ~ here's a complete listing of all the events taking place. Spa 101: Tips for the Newbie | Las Vegas Blogs Great tips for people visiting a Las Vegas spa (or any spa for [...]

When most people are heading out to grab a pizza, they mention that they’re simply going out for pizza. In Las Vegas, if you’re planning on going out for pizza, you make special mention if you’re going to Metro Pizza. Locally owned and operated, Metro Pizza is a Las Vegas Valley favorite. It is frequently voted [...]

It’s pretty much a straight shot from Phoenix, Arizona, to Las Vegas, though you’ll need to make your way through a few small towns that lie between the two. There are also a number of direct flights from Phoenix to Las Vegas, and visitors are welcome to take the bus as well. Phoenix to Las Vegas Driving [...]

Most people don’t choose the middle of fall for travel, but October in Las Vegas is actually a great time to visit. This is the time of the year between the crowded Labor Day weekend and the packed holiday season. Because school is in session, there aren’t a lot of kids on the Strip, and [...]

It doesn?t matter if you take a taxi, hop on the bus or use the Las Vegas Monorail, you?ll have to pay a fee to get where you?re going. But for people who are either staying at or interested in visiting Mandalay Bay, Luxor or Excalibur, there is a fast and free option for getting between [...]

If your Las Vegas plans include catching a show or two, it?s not a bad idea to consider your options before you arrive in the city. There are countless shows at all times of the year, and regardless of how you go about buying tickets, you?ll always be able to snag tickets to something, but [...]

As the blistering days of summer begin to fade into a distant memory, the energy of Las Vegas takes on a different feel, and many people who live in Sin City would argue that September, October and November in Las Vegas are the very best months of the year in the city. In all actuality, there [...]

If your plan is to rub elbows with celebrities while you’re in Las Vegas, you may be able to do just that. But the next best thing is to check out their concert garb, instruments and gear at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, which is considered one of the hottest and hippest resorts in [...]