Visit Las Vegas, Nevada

Step into Sage at Aria Resort in Las Vegas and you get the feeling that "cool" has been captured and turned into a dining space. You are sure that Frank, Dean, Sammy and Joey would have loved this place. Don't get me wrong there is very little here that screams old Vegas, instead it's more about the atmosphere, the idea that it is okay to grow up and go out to a classy place that serves good food.

New American Cuisine is what Shawn McClain is serving up at Sage and I'll tell you that it is one of those places that is rising to top of my list of must do restaurants in Las Vegas. The drinks are great and the atmosphere make me want to stay longer but the real impressive variable is the staff. Ask someone to give you their opinion of the food and they all share a passion for the dishes they are delivering. When the food arrives you are practically set into a pleasure induced coma.

The menu is seasonal but if you see the scallops that are place upon the oxtail on the menu that is what you are ordering. Start with some Vancouver Island Oysters and have your sever surprise you with a good drink and your Las Vega vacation will have reached its peak.

Do you love to eat? Aria at CityCenter has so many restaurants and places to indulge you'll be forced to extend your vacation. Treat yourself to a few of the restaurants at Aria Resort and put off the quest to lose those 5 pounds until you get back from vacation.

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Chef Shawn McClain is Brilliant at Sage at Aria Resort Resort and Casino originally appeared on About.com Las Vegas Travel on Tuesday, September 7th, 2010 at 10:06:17.

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Affordable Las Vegas is simply a way of a saying you can enjoy something in Las Vegas without worrying too much about overpaying or having to budget it into your vacation plans.

This week's affordable Las Vegas tip:

The "Buffet of Buffets" at Harrah's Casinos. $40 gets you an all day eating pass at 7 different buffets at 7 different hotels. One of the best deals in town.

Last week's affordable Las Vegas tip:
Free tickets for Nathan Burton's Comedy Magic at the Flamingo Las Vegas . Use the coupon to get up to 4 free tickets for a balcony seat. You can upgrade for $10 and that is a good deal as well, but free is free and the show is worth it.

There are few places in the world where you can get the very best in luxury accommodations, dining, entertainment and attractions in one place for a reasonable price. If you add in the pool scene and the extraordinary night life it's tough to beat Las Vegas as a destination that tempts you to get away. What you need to do is find the best price to get to Las Vegas and that is where I come in.

Hotel Promotions are sent to me on a daily basis, I come across attractive package deals and coupons make their way to my in-box so I have collected them in one location in order to help you find the best travel deals to Las Vegas.

Before You Plan Your Trip to Las Vegas

As you begin to plan your trip consider a few things:

• What type of hotel are you looking for?
• Looking for a great pool?
• Do you need the best restaurants?
• You need to be entertained?
• Is it really just about dancing?

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Photograph Courtesy of Harrah's Entertainment

Affordable Las Vegas: This Week's Travel Deals and the "Buffet of Buffets" originally appeared on About.com Las Vegas Travel on Monday, September 6th, 2010 at 11:32:24.

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So you get the call, "We're going to Vegas!"

You Respond, "Vegas, Baby!"

Well, you know how that story goes, you pile in for the road trip, you kidnap one friend who has the overbearing spouse, he loses a tooth, your other buddy goes missing and soon there's a naked guy in your trunk, your walking around the strip in dirty clothing and you realize that Mike Tyson probably does have a Tiger that you can borrow. Of course, what goes without saying is that each of you will have to empty your pockets and throw away all the receipts, you'll have to burn your clothing to dismiss any chance of evidence ever showing up and someone will have to tip the three girls who wake up in the bathtub. Also, that buddy of yours who slept the entire weekend at the pool can't wear clothing now because his skin is about as crispy as day old bacon. He's going home naked.

The real question should be, "How many guys are ready to go back to Vegas?"

If the guys decide to go to Vegas this is what you should do:

• Grab a room at Aria Resort, It's new, it's modern and everything you need in one place.
• Hit the pool, Aria Pool is huge and there are plenty of chairs for you and the boys to sprawl out. If you want the adult pool experience you can opt for Liquid Pool, it'll cost you, but the crowd is very ready to break out in a huge party.
• You'll need to eat so consider, American Fish for a comfortable meal that screams open fire and male bonding or go the typical male route and devour some beef at Jean Georges Steakhouse. Multi-task at lunch by catching some games and an incredible Rib-Eye burger at Skybox Bar and Grill.
• You'll be drinking at the View Bar, Bar Moderno and The Deuce lounge but attempt the Dammi un Bacon at Sirio or pound a pint in seven seconds at Todd English P.U.B. A can't miss is the foray into the world of Absinthe at Sage where as was told to me, you'll "want to rub the curtains behind you" as you legally free base Absinthe.
• You'll venture into the evening with drinks and mingling at Gold Lounge and then hit Haze Nightclub. Simply put, you won't have the energy to continue but peer pressure is a good thing in Las Vegas.

Remember, you're in Vegas so make sure to find a seat in the poker room and play a few hands while you and the guys bond over good old fashioned story telling.

Last thing, don't let that guy you know who seems to tell his wife everything come along for the trip. I never enjoy having to explain why 3 girls slept in the tub and I'm pretty sure you won't either.

Want to know how my trip went? Here are the details on my own guys trip to CityCenter Las Vegas.

Photograph © 2010 Zeke Quezada, licensed to About.com, Inc

The Guys Are Heading to Vegas, You Coming? originally appeared on About.com Las Vegas Travel on Sunday, September 5th, 2010 at 09:51:21.

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