May 16th, 2008
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It’s probably safe to say that anyone who’s ever had In-N-Out Burger suddenly just got very hungry! Truth be told, Alicia can keep her Chik-Fil-A (which Vegas is, admittedly, sorely lacking) because I have In-N-Out!
In-N-Out Burger is, without exception, something everyone in my family can agree on when we need a quick lunch or dinner. It’s also the first place visiting friends and family want to go - in fact, one brother-in-law loves it so much we were waiting at the front door for them to open at 10:30am during his last visit!
In-N-Out began in 1948 by Harry and Esther Snyder in Baldwin Park, California. Their first shop has the distinction of being the first drive-thru fast food stand in the state! Their philosphy is one that has lived on for decades now: “Give customers the freshest, highest quality foods you can buy and provide them with friendly service in a sparkling clean environment.”
Two other simple things speak volumes about In-N-Out: They don’t advertise because they don’t have to, and their food is the only fast food I have ever had that looks exactly the same as the pictures on the order board. Most sit-down restaurants can’t even claim that! Their fries are also made from actual whole potatoes, cut right there in the restaurant which makes them some of the best I’ve ever had.
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In-N-Out also has a kind of “secret” ordering menu that’s not actually printed and really isn’t kept secret on purpose - it’s just something that’s evolved over the years and people who eat there often know they can change things up the basic menu of hamburgers and cheeseburgers now and then:
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May 15th, 2008
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Well, they didn’t create it, they’ve just spent the last eight months compiling it!
The Las Vegas Sun unveiled their newest project yesterday: The History of Las Vegas. The website follows the last 103 years of Vegas history with news stories, videos, articles, pictures and opinions:
The largest American city founded in the 20th century took shape as a railroad watering hole before turning into the “Gateway to the Hoover Dam.” From there the town was known by its seedy mob label as “Sin City,” before finally transforming into the corporately-financed adult playground called the “Entertainment Capital of the World.”
I love history and have already spent hours at the site. I’m fascinated by the changes, the growth and the people who have also found the city fascinating.
One of my favorite sections is the news archive with news stories dating back to 1950! There’s also a “Today In History” in the sidebar at the right. Today’s says: “Today in 1905, William Clark auctioned off 600 plots of land for $265,000 — giving birth to Las Vegas.” If he only knew, right?
You can also learn the truth about the city’s ties to the mob with a pretty cool interactive page that maps out city connections, personal connections and casino connections to one of the most infamous periods in Las Vegas history.
What’s your favorite section? What did you learn that you didn’t know before?
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By Heather -- 2 comments
May 14th, 2008
BlogWorld Expo has announced their plans for their 2008 convention on September 20-21 at the Las Vegas Convention Center.
BlogWorld is the largest blogging conference in the world and features more than 50 seminars, panel discussions and keynotes from iconic personalities on the leading-edge of online technology and internet-savvy business.
Tickets are currently 50% off until June 20 when the prices for attendees, sponsors and exhibitors goes up!
Are you going?
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By Heather -- 2 comments
May 14th, 2008
Sherry at The Geeky Traveler had a great post earlier this week linking to GasBuddy.com. Plug in your city or zip code and it’ll give you a listing of the lowest gas prices in your area!
The site is networked with over 180 other sites (all operated by GasBuddy.com) and relies on local motorists to log in and enter current gas prices as they find them. They also have a great list of gas-saving tips!
I tried out my zip code and it automatically sent me to VegasGasPrices.com, which not only gives you the lowest prices but also the stations with the highest.
What do gas prices look like in your area?
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May 13th, 2008
Las Vegas is well-known for its buffets and world-class dining, but it also has a fantastic selection of vegetarian restaurants as well.
And of course, you don’t have to be vegetarian to enjoy a great vegetarian meal!
My friend Alicia at The Denver Traveler was born and raised here and has some great recommendations:
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May 12th, 2008
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My favorite mall here in Vegas is the Meadows Mall. It’s not the hippest or trendiest around, but it has everything you could want and is located in a spot that’s convenient from both the residential areas and the Strip.
It opened in 1978 and has over 960,000 square feet of fantastic retail space. Though there have been just a few times we’ve had to park out on the outer edges of one lot or another, it also has nearly 5,000 parking spaces so we usually manage to get one pretty close to our destination!
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By Heather -- 1 comment
May 11th, 2008
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Happy Mother’s Day from The Las Vegas Adventurer!
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May 9th, 2008
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Jon at The DC Traveler challenged the Travel Channel to come up with cocktails pertaining to our cities in honor for World Cocktail Week, which runs from May 8-13.
I found The Las Vegas Cocktail and might actually give it a try this weekend, and came up with a few of my own as well:
Las Vegas Cocktail
- 1 1/2 oz tequila
- 2 oz coconut cream
- 2 oz orange juice
- 2 oz apple juice
- 1 oz whipping cream
Blend briefly with half a glassful of crushed ice in a pina colada glass. Garnish with a slice of pineapple, and serve, with straws.
[If you’re outside enjoying the beautiful weather we’ve been having lately, make sure you check out the hand-cranked blender that needs no electricity!]
…..
The Traffic Tangle
- 1 Strip
- 49 parts easily impressed, out-of-state drivers
- Taxi drivers that just don’t give a crap [amount varies]
Combine and shake vigorously; add heat for a more intense flavor.
…..
The Bored Weatherman
1 local weatherman
1-2 low-lying clouds
1 or more gusts of wind
Stir carefully so you can watch the weatherman change from bored and disinterested to hopping around with something to talk about. For an added dash of excitement garnish with 5% or more chance of precipitation.
…..
The Mayor
1 part Beefeater gin
1 part Las Vegas mayor
1 part annoying news reporter
Shake vigorously, sit back and enjoy.
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By Heather -- 5 comments
May 8th, 2008
My husband was treated to dinner at Lucille’s Smokehouse a few months ago after finishing up a late night at work. He brought home a few ribs for me to try and I’ve been impatiently waiting until we could all go together!
We finally made it out to Green Valley Ranch in Henderson to try it out and I think it’s safe to say the entire family is hooked - it’s definitely one of our new favorite restaurants!
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By Heather -- 2 comments
May 7th, 2008
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When I think of a spa I imagine a tranquil, relaxing environment that manages to wash away stress, fatigue and maybe some rough spots on the bottoms of my feet.
The Spa at Red Rock promises to do all that (and much more!) in their state-of-the-art salon. They offer private treatment suites for massage, reiki, stone therapy, facials, aromatherapy, reflexology and wraps. Their most popular treatment is the Tropical Body Glow, a 50 minute pure cane sugar exfoliation followed by a gentle warm oil massage. They also provide you with mineral water, fruit juices, fresh fruit, tea, towels, lockers, robes, sandals and vanity amenities.
And don’t forget the basic salon services of pedicures (traditional, spa essentials, and gentlemen’s) and manicures (also traditional, spa essentials, and gentlemen’s), which last from 50 to 80 minutes.
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