Tidbits of Las Vegas History
September 28, 2011 by Donna
Filed under The Lip Glossary
100 AD: it is believed that Native Americans settled in this area to take advantage of the lush meadows and artesian wells.
1820’s: Spaniards traveling from Mexico name the area Las Vegas, which means “The Meadows.”
1855: The area called Las Vegas becomes part of the U.S.
1860’s: Brigham Young’s Mormon followers, who built a fort in Las [...]
Top 10 Reasons to NOT Tip in Vegas
July 29, 2011 by Donna
Filed under Save A Buck, Secret LV
Ladies, Vegas is a town that runs on tips, but it gets confusing as to when and who not to tip. After all, you can’t tip everyone, so where do you draw the line? Here is a handy guide as to when to make those fiscal judgments:
Cashiers: do not tip cashiers unless you know/and or [...]
Review: Echoes of the 60’s
Ladies, if you’re tired of coming out to Vegas and attending yet another Cirque show, magic show, or comedy show, take a break and go see one cute show called Echoes of the 60s at the V Theatre located at the Miracle Mile/Planet Hollywood. My girl Gracie, who co-produces the show, turned me on to [...]
Dirt Cheap & You Might Learn Something–List of LV Museums
May 26, 2011 by Donna
Filed under Save A Buck
The Atomic Testing Museum: Explains and displays how the Nevada Test Site played a role in the nation. Hours: 10-5 Mon-Sat, 12-5 Sun. Admission $12, $9 for seniors and students. Frank H. Rodgers Science & Technology Building, 755 E. Flamingo Rd. 794-5151
Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art: Cute little museum with works of fine art by [...]
The Skinny on Vegas Pool Parties
May 24, 2011 by Donna
Filed under The Lip Glossary
Ladies, pool season is here in Las Vegas whether you’re ready for it or not. This article is like a pool party primer 101 in case you want to check out the scene. Vegas has some of the most awesome hotel pools and in recent years, they have made the pools event centers for many [...]
Do THIS not THAT in Vegas
January 29, 2011 by Donna
Filed under The Lip Glossary
DO THIS: Venture beyond the strip–Vegas suburbs are beautiful, Red Rock Canyon, Mt. Charleston, etc.
NOT THAT: Don’t just stay at one resort, one room, one bar, etc.
DO THIS: Drink lots of water and then drink some more.
NOT THAT: Don’t just load up on caffeine and alcohol–you will get dehydrated, especially in the summer.
DO THIS: Use [...]
10 More Weird Gambling Quotes
January 29, 2011 by Donna
Filed under The Lip Glossary
In case of an earthquake hitting Las Vegas, be sure to go straight to the Keno Lounge. Nothing ever gets hit there! –unknown
The best throw with the dice is to throw them away.–anonymous
Casinos and prostitutes have the same thing in common; they are both trying to screw you out of your money and send you [...]
Read Read Read!
March 2, 2010 by Donna
Filed under Save A Buck
If you ladies want to save some bucks here in Vegas, it is worth it to read the local paper: The Las Vegas Review Journal. Everyday there are discount offers and coupons printed. Now, most of these deals won’t be available on the strip, but, many are near the strip. Most common are: 2 for [...]
