• Cirque du Soleil in Las Vegas

    What to See

    Cirque du Soleil's "Zumanity" is definitely one of those Las Vegas shows that is not for kids. So leave them with family if you are able. This is a show celebrating human sexuality. The ushers have on t-shirts that make them look as though they are wearing nothing. This is a better show if you sit farther away from the stage. They have some ladies in a large glass container splashing around. Some of the gymnastics and acrobatics are simply amazing. The clowns still the show at times. This one is shown at the New York New York Hotel. Cirque du Soleil's "O" is actually spelled as "eau" and is the French word for water. This production employs a 1.5 million gallon pool where its characters perform amazing acrobatic feats in and around the pool. This show includes much of the sensual music, humor, and stylistic repertoire of the original show. This show is at the Bellagio. There is also a gift shop at the Bellagio with souvenirs from the show. These include masks, pottery and t-shirts. Cirque du Soleil's "Mystere" began in Montreal as a circus show. They show many wondrous feats of human agility and strength. This production…

  • Basic Tips for the Las Vegas Traveler

    Basic Tips for the Las Vegas Traveler

    Planning your trip

    First things first, walking shoes are a must for any trip to Vegas. You will probably be spending a lot of time on your feet and will need shoes that can handle standing in lines and walking quite nicely. Second, the weather in Vegas is fairly predictable. You are likely to experience rather cool nights, particularly during the months between October and April so bring some warm clothes. You should also be prepared for a lot of sunshine and pack copious amounts of sunscreen in order to protect your skin. Remember that the times around holidays are often the busiest times in Vegas if you want to avoid the higher prices and larger crowds you should avoid booking during these times. And if those are the times you absolutely wish to stay and play in Vegas you should make plans and book well ahead of time to make sure you have your first choice in accommodations. It is important to remember that Vegas is indeed a desert town and that you will need to drink plenty of water and moisturize more than you might be accustomed to. This is a much drier climate than many people experience in their day-to-day…

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