Many people don’t realize that Las Vegas has increasingly attracted beautiful pieces of art to display. Sin City is not just a place for non-stop gambling action and over-the-top stage shows.

You’d be surprised to find breathtaking art from Pablo Picasso, Andy Warhol and James Turrell at some of the most popular Vegas resorts including the Bellagio, Mandalay Bay and ARIA.

Priceless Las Vegas art can be found up and down the world famous Las Vegas Strip, including hotel lobbies, award-winning restaurants in addition to guest rooms and luxury suites.

Mandalay Bay:
Guests checking into Mandalay Bay can view four of Peter Lik’s incredible landscape images and welcome hotel guests to their much-anticipated vacation. From a quiet forest resembling a Shark Reef’s tropical paradise to a clear blue open ocean that reminds guests of the sunny Mandalay Bay Beach, these “welcome signs” invite resort guests to leave all their troubles behind and embrace the peaceful and relaxing moments that await. The hotel changes these amazing photos four times a year create a customized seasonal greeting.

The Shops at Crystals:
Not only will fashionistas enjoy High-end fashion at The Shops at Crystals, shoppers will also enjoy two new art installations from James Turrell, one of today’s hottest contemporary artists of light and space. It doesn’t matter if you’re searching for Prada peep-toe shoes or gazing at beautiful Gucci garments, enjoy the vibrant, multi-colored light installation seen throughout Crystals. A second James Turrell installation that is named “Akhob” is available for personal viewing. Make your appointment to view Turrell’s art only inside Louis Vuitton, which is the luxury brand’s largest North America location.

Picasso at Bellagio:
Art lovers will soak in the ideal combination of both food and art at Picasso at Bellagio, named after the influential Spanish artist. Picasso at Bellagio the AAA Five Diamond restaurant and offers its fine dining customers an unbelievable, multi-sensory dining experience. Enjoy delicious dishes that are inspired by the artist’s regional cuisine of France and Spain while surrounded by Picasso’s original masterpieces. If your taste is closer to Pop Art, then find an unexpected treasure at Bellagio’s PRIME Steakhouse – a Roy Lichtenstein tapestry. The Still Life tapestry is infused with Lichtenstein’s own
“cartoonish” flair. A truly hidden gem in Las Vegas.

Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art:
Andy Warhol fans rejoice. The “Warhol Out West” art display at Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art has been extended through January 2, 2014. The Warhol art exhibit features 56 Warhol’s finest works. Las Vegas is proud to host the only comprehensive collection in the United States besides his namesake museum in Pittsburgh, PA. You can also experience an enhanced Las Vegas art experience by joining Bellagio’s Director of Wine and Master Sommelier Jason Smith at Art & Wine: A Perfect Pairing. This event is held the second Wednesday each month.

Bellagio:
The luxurious Bellagio resort has undergone a renovation project to remodel its suites and rooms. You can still take in the amazing panoramic views of The Fountains of Bellagio but inside, enjoy breathtaking rooms which are now a reflection of the famous Conservatory & Botanical Gardens. Decorated with gorgeous botanical images, the art captures the work of renowned photographer Damon Clarke. You’ll feel you’re staying in a paradise of floral colors, shapes and textures.

To book your reservation in Las Vegas and enjoy non-stop gaming and entertainment action plus Las Vegas art displays and exhibits, please contact The Life of Luxury and one of our travel concierge specialists will help you.

One of the most popular activities to do while in Las Vegas, is to enjoy an adult pool party. Encore Beach Club at Wynn Las Vegas has been the top choice and new data proves its continued dominance as the #1 dayclub in Las Vegas

It was just announced that Encore Beach Club set season attendance records, making it hotter than the summer desert heat in Sin City. Encore Beach Club is a partnership between Wynn Las Vegas and Sean Christie’s Las Vegas Nightlife Group, which also operates Andrea’s restaurant and Surrender Nightclub in Encore at Wynn Las Vegas.

The popular dayclub hot spot is a lavish oasis for its patrons and provides lively high-end beach party atmosphere similar reminiscent of European hotspots with music provided by the world’s top electronic dance music DJs.

Encore Beach Club at Wynn Las Vegas features an impressive 55,000-square-foot venue offering three tiered pools that are surrounded by 40-foot palm trees, luxurious daybeds, in addition to oversized lily pads where guests can lounge in shallow water to cool off and beat the heat.

For those lookign for a more private setting, Encore Beach Club delivers with ultra VIP enclaves that provide a more private experienc. You can get views of both the pool party action and world famous The Strip. These 26 luxury cabanas are equipped with refrigerators and flat screen televisions.

Encore also offers 8 exclusive bungalows that feature private dipping pools and showers, plush furnishings and a temperature-controlled climate system.

Wanting to catch a glimpse of a popular celebrity, Encore is the place ot be. It’s been popular celebrity hotspot and you can see Hollywood A-listers, professional athletes, supermodels, plus the biggest names in music and pop culture.

What keeps Encore on top and draws in the thousands of guests is the music. Encore Beach Club creates a contagious party vibe with a top notch lineup of Wynn Las Vegas superstar DJs.

For those who can’t avoid th eallure of gambling can enjoy the gaming pavilion where guests can summon their lady luck and play both blackjack or craps.

With Labor Day Weekend fast approaching as summer begins its wind down, you can catch Fedde Le Grand (8/30), Steve Angello (8/31), Afrojack (9/1) and David Guetta (9/2) at Encore Beach Club.

To make your Las Vegas trip reservation and expereince Encore Beach Club at Wynn Las Vegas yourself, please contact The Life of Luxury.

It’s the best kept secret, but Andre’s cigar lounge at the the Monte Carlo in Las Vegas is the city’s only cigar lounge that’s connected to a Vegas Strip resort restaurant.

Andre’s Restaurant & Lounge can be found on the second floor of the Monte Carlo Resort and Casino. This unique Sin City establishment offers a collection of more than 140 Cognacs, Armagnacs and Scotches plus premium fine cigars.

The impressive Andre’s collection is the largest in all of Las Vegas and is ranked third in North America based on size alone.

This exclusive destination was originally created to serve as a unique place for cigar aficionados who long desired a place on the world famous Las Vegas Strip. They simply wanted somewhere to go and enjoy their smoke and take in all the ambiance of an incredible, luxurious atmosphere.

The Cigar Lounge opened in 1996 along with the award-winning, AAA Four Diamond restaurant. But due to its limited awareness, Andre’s Cigar Lounge is considered a “hidden gem” by many in the hospitality industry.

The signature Cigar Lounge collection of fine cigars includes their most popular seller – the Montecristo No. 2. Another popular cigar is the Padron 80th anniversary 1926 Perfecto. Hand-rolled treasures also include Fuente OpusX and Ashton VSG.

To complete your unique cigar experience, Andre’s Cognac Specialist Patrick Trundle is available to pair cigar choices with the Cognac, Armagnac and single-malt scotch/scotch whiskey selections.

The vast collection of Cognac, Armagnac and Scotch are available by the half pour, glass or bottle, with some of these great tasting spirits dating back to the 18th and 19th centuries.

The highlight of the collection is Chef Andre’s series of vintage Cognacs from the Jacques Hardy Private Reserves. (In fact, Chef André’s cognac collection contains the largest selection of Hardy Cognac outside the family’s collection.) This exquisite series includes the Jacques Hardy Cognac, Private Reserve, Vintage 1777 priced at $35,000 per bottle. (This is one of four bottles left in the world.)

The intimate and relaxing lounge comfortably seats 36 guests and is also equipped with a state-of-the-art ventilation system enabling cigar aficionados to enjoy their evening without the smoke disrupting nearby dining guests. Furthermore, non-smokers can enjoy the lounge as well thanks to the area’s separate ventilation and air filtration system.

Consider enjoying a fine dining experience with celebrated chef André Rochat qwho has enhanced his AAA Four Diamond restaurant – Andre’s Restaurant & Lounge at Monte Carlo. Honored with a prestigious Best of Award of Excellence from Wine Spectator, ther is an encyclopedic wine list that boasts more than 1,500 selections and an inventory of more than 12,000 bottles.

To get more information about Andre’s Cigar Lounge in Las Vegas or to make travel reservations to visit Sin City, please contact The Life of Luxury.

Fine dining in Las Vegas has now elevated its foodie game from simply formal restaurant sit-downs to unforgettable, interactive gourmet experiences!

For years, Las Vegas was known for mainly offering only gambling and raunchy shows. But time has changed all that and today Las Vegas is a mega entertainment capital with glitzy resort casinos, 24×7 gaming action, incredible stage shows and world-class dining.

Three of Las Vegas’ most iconic resorts – Bellagio, Monte Carlo and Mandalay Bay are now offering amazing dining activities that prove to be the highlight for any foodie vacation.

Quickly growing as a new hot trend, we want to share several exciting examples of experiential foodie activities that you don’t want to miss while in Las Vegas:

* VIP Private Cooking Lesson at Mandalay Bay’s Aureole:
M life members can learn to cook in the style of celebrity chef Charlie Palmer through an exclusive package that includes a private cooking lesson with Aureole Executive Chef Vincent Pouessel at Mandalay Bay, a multi-course lunch with wine pairings and a tour of Aureole’s famous Wine Tower. This M life Moment is available to loyal members of the Platinum Tier and higher.

* Bellagio’s An Executive Chef’s Culinary Classroom:
Instead of just taking home leftovers, tourists can now order Las Vegas’ award-winning culinary skills to-go at Bellagio’s new An Executive Chef’s Culinary Classroom. Executive Chef Edmund Wong shares his cooking secrets as he personally instructs up to 15 guests through the preparation of a three-course meal inside the state-of-the-art Tuscany Kitchen. The newly trained chefs get to enjoy the fruits of their labor as they indulge in the cuisine they made during an intimate food and wine pairing dinner.

* Cicerone Dinners at Mandalay Bay:
Nevada’s first female cicerone, Sarah Johnson, is enlightening fine-dining connoisseurs about the versatility beer can offer to a high-end meal through her series of beer pairing dinners across Mandalay Bay’s acclaimed restaurants such as Fleur by Hubert Keller.. During the dinners, Johnson walks guests through her five-course beer-pairing menu that complements the restaurants’ celebrated cuisine.

* Art & Wine – A Perfect Pairing at Bellagio:
An innovative night combining the culinary and visual arts, guests enjoy Bellagio’s award-winning wine collection paired with art from “Warhol Out West,” the largest Andy Warhol collection ever exhibited in Las Vegas. Hosted by Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art Director Tarissa Tiberti and Master Sommelier Jason Smith, Art & Wine nights take place the first Wednesday of every month.

* Gus’ Beer & Bites Dinner Series at Monte Carlo:
The Pub at Monte Carlo recently premiered its monthly Beer & Bites dinner series, which pairs a renowned brewery with Executive Chef Tim Radigan’s upscale take on pub-style eats for a fun and lively dinner. The Pub will welcome famed Boston Beer Company Wednesday, August 28 to feature its 2013 Sam Adams collection for a unique dining experience.

* Mixology Training & Tasting at Monte Carlo:
As part of MGM Resorts’ loyalty rewards program M life<http://www.mlife.com/>, Monte Carlo’s Director of Beverage Michael MacDonnell teaches small groups of guests the fine art and history of mixology in a two-hour tasting session at the classic-cocktail-driven Hit Bar & Lounge. This M life Moment is available to all members; M life is free to join.

* Bellagio’s Epicurean Epicenter:
During this special event, guests fill the high-tech Tuscany Kitchen to interact with one of Bellagio’s celebrated chefs such as Todd English and Jean-Georges Vongerichten as they cook a multicourse meal paired with wines provided from a world-class vineyard. Differentiating from other pairing dinners, at Epicurean Epicenter the showcased wines are selected first. Then, one of Bellagio’s talented chefs creates innovative dishes to complement the beverage resulting in outstanding flavor combinations. On Saturday, July 6, Epicurean Epicenter brings back the popular “Beer & BBQ Secrets” dinner where Bellagio Executive Chef Edmond Wong demonstrates the secrets behind gourmet barbecuing along with immaculate beer pairings.

If you would like additional information about these new interactive gourmet experiences or ready to book your travel reservation to Las Vegas, please contact The Life of Luxury using the below form:

SLS Hotel & Casino Las Vegas – Photo: SBE

SBE, a creative national and international hospitality company and proven leader in the real estate industries, will officially break ground on the SLS Hotel & Casino Las Vegas (or SLS Las Vegas), a fully-integrated, entertainment-driven resort and casino with more than 1,600 guest rooms and suites.

Having built a reputation for managing and operating award-winning hotels, restaurants and nightlife, SBE will now bring new life to the north end of the Las Vegas Strip on the grounds of the iconic, former The Sahara hotel.

Scheduled to open in fall 2014 and designed to be one of the most energetic hotels on the Vegas Strip, the SLS Las Vegas is expected to pour $400 million into the local economy and create an anticipated 8,600 direct and indirect jobs.

Stockbridge Capital Group of San Francisco, a real estate investment management firm, is an equity partner in the project.

“We’re creating a mix of approachable offerings with established brands under one roof that are managed and owned by one company,” said Nazarian. “As a result we’re able to align operations and program a seamless guest experience throughout every square foot of the property.”

The new SLS Las Vegas luxury hotel will feature a collection of restaurant concepts including The Bazaar by José Andrés, Katsuya by Starck and Umami Burger plus the Griddle Café commended for their breakfast, lunch, dessert and cocktail menus. Party at four nightclubs including a reinvention of Shelter, and The Sayers Club known in LA for their exclusive live music venue.

Fred Segal-branded high end boutiques will be the exclusive retailer occupying a 10,000-square foot property offering a wide range of fashionable and sophisticated merchandise.

“With our proximity to a resurgent downtown community and the convention center, and our mix of nationally relevant brands, SLS is ideally positioned to appeal to locals, destination tourists and conventioneers,” added President of SLS Las Vegas, Rob Oseland. “Today is a day we’ve all been waiting for, and we’re thrilled to be a part of reinvigorating a legendary section of the Strip.”

Liquid Pool Lounge at Aria Resort & Casino

LIQUID Pool Lounge is definitely one of the hottest spots in Las Vegas and is truly an adults-only, outdoor playground.

Located at the Aria Resort & Casino in CityCenter, the luxurious Liquid Pool Lounge guests can enjoy eight private cabanas, each with a 40 inch flat screen TV and mini refrigerator.

Liquid opened last year but this adult-only pool lounge has quickly gained a reputation as a top-flight destination due to its its distinctive contemporary ambiance as well as ultra VIP service.

The entire Liquid property feels like a modern tropical retreat, consisting of 16,000 square foot and includes three stunning pools, perfect to cool down from the summer Las Vegas heat.

There are two VIP pools surrounded by large tropical plants. Relax and enjoy the sights in one of Liquid’s 85 chaise lounges or 35 day beds.

Don’t miss the champagne fire drill for the ultimate pool party fun. Beautiful bikini clad women surround the Liquid pool’s edge. After blowing their whistles and shaking up bottles of champagne, the champagne rain sprays down on the scantily clad women for all the men to enjoy.

Liquid Pool Lounge at Aria Resort & Casino

Compared to other popular Vegas pools and nightclubs like TAO, XS Encore and Wet Republic, Aria’s Liquid Pool Lounge is secluded and offers a more intimate setting where the fun party never ends.

Liquid also features a 50-seat restaurant, where Chef Brian Massie serves up a delicious menu of light-hearted entrees and appetizers. The fish tacos are very popular. There’s also a full service bar, along with a DJ and hot sound system to listen to all your favorite music.

Liquid is the perfect place to hold your bachelor party or bachelorette party, birthday party, or other special event.

Liquid Pool Lounge at Aria is open 7 Days a Week between 11:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.

Food University at Caesars Palace – Las Vegas

Are you a creative cook with the makings of becoming a chef but you lack the experience, or maybe you just need a little training; regardless, before entering the world as a professional cook you need both experience and education. Here is the answer to your problem, and who knows, you could end up being a future “Top Chef” star.

Food University is offering a new inaugural class scheduled for March 27-29, 2013 at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. Join the fun-loving foodies from across the country and in just 72 hours you may go from a cook wannabe to a competition-ready chef.

The Food University classes range in topics from wine and cheese pairing to classic Italian to mixology will be offered. Every essential cooking technique from knife skills to Mastering Beef to Seafood 101 and beyond will be covered, plus you will be given a private VIP behind-the-scenes tour of the brand new Gordon Ramsay Pub & Grill at Caesars Palace, as well as the Southern Wine and Spirits Hospitality Mixology program with Mixologist Francesco LaFranconi, usually available only to hotel and restaurant executives.

Among those attending will be philanthropist and hospitality industry leader Larry Ruvo, Food Network co-founder Robin Leach and veteran culinary entertainment producer Richard Gore. Also in attendance will be high-profile chefs along with Food University’s culinary faculty. Other special guest appearances will be named in coming weeks. The prestigious hospitality school from the University of Nevada Las Vegas will provide student volunteers to assist with preparations for this event.

This festive event will accommodate up to 80 culinary scholars in what will be Food U’s first graduating class. Each student will receive the Food University “Enlightened Palate” diploma, and if you enroll in the first classes, you will receive a private VIP invitation to tour some of Napa Valley’s never-before-seen prominent wineries.

Tuition is $1,995 per person for the three day sessions which includes all food, beverages, and course instruction. For more information visit www.FoodUniversityLasVegas.com

Proceeds from Food University “admissions” will go to Keep Memory Alive, committed to finding cures for brain disorders such as Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, Huntington’s and ALS.

Las Vegas isn’t known as Sin City for nothing.  It’s a fabulous place of extremes, from luxury hotel resorts and casinos, fine dining, incredible stage shows, luxury shopping and much more!

Millions of people come to Las Vegas each year but no matter what your budget is, Las Vegas has something to offer for everyone. For those who want to indulge, then you are in luck.

It doesn’t matter if you’re planning to spend $100,000, $10,000 or only $1,000, Las Vegas is the ultimate playground for travelers.

MGM Resorts International has 10 amazing properties on the world famous Las Vegas Strip, and they work hard to ensure every single guest feels like a VIP no matter what their budget is.

There are ways to spend less and double the extra cash at the poker tables or just enjoy a week in Las Vegas surrounded by luxury and never lift a finger.

We wanted to share a selection of luxury experiences that only Las Vegas can offer.

Spare No Expense! ($100,000 budget during a 7-night stay)
Have $100K to blow with one or more friends? Opportunities in Las Vegas are as endless as one’s imagination. Here we reveal how to live like a high roller:

· Stay: The best way to see Las Vegas is from high in the sky, and MGM Resorts offers the most luxurious accommodations in the city with the Sky Villas at ARIA Resort & Casino. Request the two-story, three-bedroom villa for 7,000 square feet of extravagance, complete with personal butler and panoramic views of the city. Rates begin at $7,500 per night for an escape to this Sin City paradise.

Sky Villa at Aria

· Dine: The sky is the limit, so why not start the vacation with Fleur’s $5,000 burger lunch ($10,000 for two) at Mandalay Bay. Created by Chef Hubert Keller, this Kobe beef burger contains foie gras and truffles and is served with a bottle of Chateau Petrus 1990 in Ichendorf Brunello stemware imported from Italy. Then, head over to ARIA to try the Masa Toro with Caviar Roll at barMASA; at $240 a roll, this sushi will leave foodies’ heads spinning.

· Relax: For $500 per person, enjoy a round of golf at the exclusive Shadow Creek Golf Course, where the likes of Tiger Woods, President Clinton and Michael Jordan have all hit the greens. For a spa escape, drift away to ultimate relaxation with a Danza Delle Mani Massage at Spa Bellagio. Inspired by the elegance of the Fountains of Bellagio, guests will feel four hands making waves across their bodies as two therapists massage in perfect unison; $475 for a 70-minute session. End the day in a 500-square-foot villa for up to 16 friends with a European sunbathing experience at Moorea Beach at Mandalay Bay, starting at $1,500 for the afternoon.

Courtesy of: Crystals at CityCenter

· Shop: Vegas’ most exclusive stores call Crystals at CityCenter home. Splurge on that Louis Vuitton casino trunk for $40,000, or find only-in-Vegas items at FENDI, Gucci and more. Also, don’t miss this opportunity to stand out in the crowd with designer items such as the highly coveted Gucci “Giannini” sneaker and FENDI’s CityCenter Peekaboo handbag.

· Be Entertained: For $15,000, travelers may reserve Mandalay Bay Beach for the night and enjoy a private BBQ on real California sand for their entire entourage. Executive Chef Susan Wolfla prepares a mouth-watering menu and decadent desserts set against a themed backdrop of the guest’s choosing. The BBQ also comes with a massage corner, a selection of Davidoff Cigars, a premium stocked bar and beachside games and prizes. When it’s time to hit the nightlife scene, Hyde Bellagio is the answer for an unforgettable night. From high-end bottle service to a $250,000 package that allows you to control the Fountains of Bellagio, there is no shortage of opportunities to be a VIP.

Live Lavishly! ($10,000 budget during a 5-night stay)
Not ready to blow the bank, but still want to live like a king (or queen) in Las Vegas? Check out the below combination for a Vegas vacation to be remembered!

MGM Grand Hotel and Casino

· Stay: Live like a star at MGM Grand, Las Vegas’ iconic entertainment destination. Request one of the newly remodeled suites such as the Skyline Marquee Suite with sweeping 180˚ views of the famous Las Vegas Strip; rates begin at $389 per night. For those preferring a boutique hotel experience, enjoy the exclusive HOTEL32 on the top floor of Monte Carlo, complete with butler and concierge services starting at $400 per night.

· Dine: Let experts guide your dining experience by opting for pre-planned menus; Bellagio’s Le Cirque offers a six-course Degustation Menu and Honey Glazed Barbary Duck Magret for $135 per person. Additional options include a Cigar and Cognac Pairing at Andre’s inside Monte Carlo; a brunch overlooking the majestic Fountains of Bellagio at Jasmine; or a perfectly seared steak at STRIPSTEAK by Michael Mina at Mandalay Bay.

· Relax: Ease into total relaxation with a Watsu Massage at Spa Bellagio, an aquatic session combining Zen Shiatsu and stretching techniques while gently floating in a private pool; $285 for 70 minutes. Later, soak in the sun from a cabana at the serene, adults-only Cypress Pool at Bellagio or give the party scene a go at WET REPUBLIC at MGM Grand; pricing for both begins at $300. Top off the evening with sunset cocktails and the best view of The Strip at miX Lounge at THEhotel at Mandalay Bay.

· Shop: What’s a vacation without a little – or a LOT – of shopping? A favorite fashion spot is Via Bellagio, where Fred Leighton, Bottega Veneta and Hermès showcase their fabulous designs. Purchase a signature Hermès vintage style scarf for just $325.

· Be Entertained: Bask in VIP treatment at Bellagio with “O” by Cirque du Soleil’s dinner and show package, which includes a three-course dinner at Japanese restaurant Yellowtail, preferred seating at the magnificent show and VIP admission to The Bank nightclub for $213 per person. Dream of being up close and personal with the wonders of the sea? Now’s the time to experience Trainer For A Day at The Mirage’s Dolphin Habitat for $550 per person or to Dive With The Sharks at Mandalay Bay’s Shark Reef Aquarium; $1,000 for two guests.

A Vegas Escape! ($1,000 budget during a 3-night stay)
Vegas vacations conjure up images of lavish parties, high fashions and decadent meals, but what most people don’t know is that travelers can enjoy all this even on a budget. Below are the best kept secrets on how to vacation like a high roller without spending like one.

· Stay: Check out the newly remodeled rooms at Bellagio where room rates begin at just $159 per night. Other choices to rest weary eyes include Monte Carlo and The Mirage where rates start at $56 and $79 per night.

· Dine: Whet your appetite with affordable meals at The Pub at Monte Carlo where entrees are $30 or less and range from Shepherd’s Pie to Filet Mignon. Its selection of more than 300 beers is also a favorite among customers. For a more upscale atmosphere, venture to Nobhill Tavern for modern American tavern fare such as delectable New England Lobster Rolls, or L’Atelier de Joel Robuchon for French masterpieces including La Caille au Foie Gras; both located at MGM Grand and averaging $100-2000 for two guests.

· Relax: For $85, indulge in vacation pampering with a 25-minute Freshen Up Facial at The Mirage to awaken and hydrate skin and work out those nagging knots with a post-treatment trip to the steam room, sauna or whirlpools. After the spa, awaken the body and mind with Yoga Among the Dolphins where participants enjoy meditative yoga among these gentle sea animals; $100 for two guests.

· Shop: After a night on the town, you can get a lot with a budget of $200 at Mandalay Place with shops including the only Nike Golf store in the U.S and Guinness to pick up everything a beer aficionado would want. Looking for souvenirs? Go for an edible one at Sugar Factory at MGM Grand where the best Vegas sweets for your sweet are waiting!

· Be Entertained: Make time to visit the Bellagio Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, The Mirage Volcano and the Fine Art Collection at CityCenter – especially since all of these attractions are FREE! When you’re ready for more, take advantage of an outdoor concert at Mandalay Bay Beach for $53 per ticket; hilarious comedy acts at Brad Garrett’s Comedy Club starting at $46 per ticket; or revel in the wondrous world of animals at Siegfried and Roy’s Secret Garden and Dolphin Habitat for $19.95 per adult.

If you are ready to book your Las Vegas vacation getaway, please contact us to get the best rates and packages available:

Mona Lisa

We reported back in June about the exciting “Da Vinci – The Genius”” exhibit being held at the luxurious Venetian Resort  in Las Vegas.  The art exhibit has been so popular that coordinators have decided to extend the Las Vegas engagement until January of 2013.

From its world debut of a new Leonardo da Vinci work to revealing the “Secrets of Mona Lisa,” the hit exhibition has infused new life into Vegas’ emerging arts scene.

<h3>Since the art exhibit’s opening this summer, Da Vinci – The Genius has brought the incredibly creative mind of Leonardo Da Vinci to life with a deep dive of his work as an inventor, sculptor, artist, musician, anatomist, engineer and architect.</h3>

There are more than 200 unique pieces of art on display for patrons to enjoy that represent the full scope of Leonardo da Vinci’s remarkable genius. Featured are numerous interactive examinations of his iconic art and studies in flight, music, military engineering, aquatics, anatomy, time and more.

Just a small sample of the Da Vinci – The Genius art pieces to see include:

· An extraordinary, brand new da Vinci discovery: the mold and original bronze cast of the only known Leonardo da Vinci sculpture surviving today, “Horse and Rider.” Created more than 500 years ago from a block of solid beeswax, “Horse and Rider” was authenticated by the foremost authority on the life and works of da Vinci, Dr. Carlo Pedretti.

· The illustrious Secrets of Mona Lisa exhibit, featuring the findings of French scientific engineer and examiner of fine art, Pascal Cotte. Granted unprecedented access, Cotte took “Mona Lisa” out of its frame at The Louvre to conduct an in-depth analysis of history’s most elusive work of art. Cotte’s study revealed dozens of secrets, and is showcased by 40 super-magnified, high-resolution sectional images exploring every aspect of the work.

· More than 75 life-size machine inventions crafted by Italian Artisans, many using techniques and materials from the Renaissance period. Scouring over 6,000 pages from da Vinci’s personal codices (notebooks), the Artisans deciphered hidden clues, intentional mistakes and mirror-image writing that da Vinci employed to keep his works top secret.

· An elaborate gift shop full of unique da Vinci souvenirs and memorabilia, such as mini replicas of his inventions, art kits and logoed merchandise. Serious art collectors can also purchase a limited edition of “Horse and Rider” in one of four different finishes: Leonardo Classic, Classic Bronze, Verde and Silver. A $1 million dollar donation from the sales of “Horse and Rider” will go to The Salvation Army Rehabilitation Program of Southern Nevada.

· Interactive touch-screen tablets which offer in-depth explanations about da Vinci’s theories and ideas while connecting them to modern inventions.

· Explorations of da Vinci’s most famous artwork, including three dimensional renderings and analyses of “The Last Supper,” the “Vitruvian Man and the “Sforza Horse.” Guests can gain new perspectives on incredible reproductions of “Virgin of the Rocks,” “The Annunciation,” the controversial new Leonardo discovery “Bella Principessa,” da Vinci’s anatomical sketches, and preparatory drawings of the “Anghiari Battle.”

Da Vinci – The Genius is open daily to the public between the hours of 10 a.m. and 8 p.m. You can purchase tickets at the Imagine Exhibitions Gallery box office or at www.venetian.com

MGM Grand – Las Vegas

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Crystal​s at CityCenter​

Fashion’s Night Out (FNO) is an amazing global initiative that was first created in 2009. The show’s goal was to celebrate fashion, restore consumer confidence, and also increase the industry’s economy during the recession.

Patricia Field is an Emmy Award-winning fashion visionary. As a legendary stylist, Patricia is well known as her work with Sarah Jessica Parker in “Sex and the City” as well as Meryl Streep in “The Devil Wears Prada.”

As the host, Patricia Field will join other top designers and local charities at Crystals at CityCenter in Las Vegas, the incredible shopping and dining center. This year’s Fashion’s Night Out will be one of the largest fashion events Las Vegas has ever seen!

This year’s Fashion’s Night Out event will be held on Thursday, Sept. 6th. Between 6 pm and 11 pm, Crystals will offer unique in-store and destination-wide experiences, that will feature stunning performances from Nevada Ballet Theatre and showcase the hottest looks with models strolling the center dressed in the latest fall fashions.

The original goal of Fashion’s Night Out was to put the fun back into fashion through dynamic events and partnerships.

Crystal​s at CityCenter​

FNO attendees was encouraged to shop for a cause at their favorite designers with the second annual “Charity Crawl.” Participating Crystals at CityCenter retailers will donate a percentage of sales to the local charity partner they have selected for the evening. Below is a list of participating retailers in alphabetical order:

· Assouline / Easter Seals Nevada
· Bottega Veneta / After-School All-Stars Las Vegas
· Brunello Cucinelli / The Pajama Program
· Dior / Jewish Federation of Las Vegas
· Donna Karan / United Way of Southern Nevada
· Fendi / Opportunity Village
· Jimmy Choo / Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health
· Kiki de Montparnasse / UC San Diego Nevada Cancer Institute
· Marni / Lied Discovery Children’s Museum
· Paul Smith / Positively Arts Foundation
· Prada / Nathan Adelson Hospice
· Pucci / The Shade Tree Shelter
· Roberto Cavalli / The Public Education Foundation
· Stella McCartney / Nevada Ballet Theatre
· TAG Heuer / Keep Memory Alive

There will be a wide variety of exciting events throughout the night. Crystal​s retailers will feature in-store activities including cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, DJs, photo booths and much more.

Crystal​s at CityCenter​

Additional FNO festivities include: Dream Racing Pit Stop, Gallery Row, Nevada Ballet Theatre, Spa & Salon Vdara, Michael Shulman and the Smartwater Hydration Lounge.

Fashion’s Night Out is open to the public and admission is free. To learn more please visit: http://www.crystalsatcitycenter.com/ or http://www.fashionsnightout.com/