Celebrate Las Vegas Weddings by Renting a Classic Car Rental - Best Syndication

August 17, 2008 - Posted in Car Rental, Cruises, Expedia Travel, Las Vegas vacations, Reservations, Videos

Nothing completes a perfect wedding than the befitting spectacle of the bride and groom taking off into the sunset. But a wedding set in Las Vegas takes more than the antediluvian riding off on a horse exit. In this city of glitz, taking leave on classic car rental more than suffices.
Weddings, like every other special occasion, entail a sense of reverie. And a Las Vegas wedding is a great opportunity to go all out and make that dream wedding a Read the rest of this entry »

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North Las Vegas Family Recalls Harrowing 2006 Crash - KLAS-TV

July 21, 2008 - Posted in Las Vegas vacations, Shows

Friday's plane crash is a frightening reminder for another North Las Vegas family who narrowly escaped the same fate two years ago. And the young children who witnessed that crash say they'll never forget what they saw.
Most of us go our whole lives without ever having to see something as awful as a plane crash. But it was right there on Jones near Rancho that one North Las Vegas family with five children saw a small plane crash and explode Read the rest of this entry »

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Labor Day hotel deals in Las Vegas - Los Angeles Times

April 16, 2008 - Posted in Cheap travel, Deals, Expedia Travel, Flight Tracker, Hotels, Las Vegas vacations, Shows

With all this talk of an economic downturn, and Vegas properties either suspending construction (Echelon) or filing for bankruptcy protection (Lake Las Vegas), a traveler would expect hotel prices to drop and great deals to be found. I had a look at a few travel booking sites to see what hotel rates are over the Labor Day weekend (all prices are pre-tax unless otherwise noted).
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Travel news in brief - San Jose Mercury News

March 17, 2008 - Posted in Flight Tracker, Hotels, Las Vegas vacations, Travel News

Some meals, snacks dropped by United
United Airlines, struggling to curb losses from fuel prices, will become the first U.S. carrier to stop serving free meals in the coach cabin of some overseas flights.
Instead, United will offer food that can be purchased aboard trips from its European "gateway" airport, Washington's Dulles International, starting Oct. 1, spokeswoman Robin Urbanski said.
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Expedia Half-Off Hotel Sale and Europe Vacation Packages - SmarterTravel.com

March 15, 2008 - Posted in Articles, Car Rental, Cheap travel, City Guides, Deals, Destinations, Discover Travel, Expedia Travel, Flight Tracker, Guides, Hotels, Information, Las Vegas vacations, Reviews, Shows, Travel News, Vacation packages, Vacations, Videos

The Deal Detective is now sleuthing out bargains every week. Look for a new case each Thursday in SmarterTravel.com's Deal Alert newsletter.
As I mentioned in last week's column, I'm now exposing and dissecting "good" deals along with solving your travel conundrums. This week, I've chosen to shine my magnifying glass on
. The discount is available at more than 125 participating hotels for stays of four or more nights. Plus, you'll receive a
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Top five bargain destinations for fall - USA Today

January 28, 2008 - Posted in Cheap travel, Deals, Destinations, Discover Travel, Expedia Travel, Flight Tracker, Hotels, Las Vegas vacations, Mexico packages, Travel News, Vacation packages, Vacations, Videos

I've monitored trends, industry news, and sale patterns to point you in the direction of places that offer the best bargains for the coming season. Below you'll find examples of deals presently available for fall trips. Like all offers, these are sure to expire; however, a little research on your part can yield similar results when you're ready to book.
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Las Vegas hits 9th inning jackpot to win 7 to 5 - Shelby Star

January 17, 2008 - Posted in Las Vegas vacations

Three straight doubles in the top of the seventh by Las Vegas keyed a 3-run rally as Post 76 claimed a 7-5 victory over Omaha, Neb. Post 374 in the opening game of the American Legion World Series at Keeter Stadium at Veterans Field.
Jeff Malm, Johnny Field and Erik Van Meetren posted RBI, two-baggers in the seventh - giving Las Vegas a 6-1 lead against Omaha left-hander Nick Standish. Matt Hall had a single to ignite the outburst.
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Small plane hits house near Las Vegas-area airport - The Associated Press

November 8, 2007 - Posted in Expedia Travel, Flight Tracker, Las Vegas vacations, Shows

LAS VEGAS (AP) — Authorities say an experimental aircraft with one person aboard crashed into a house and started a fire near the North Las Vegas Airport.
Federal Aviation Administration spokesman Ian Gregor says the rear-propeller Velocity 173 RG aircraft crashed about 6:30 a.m. Friday, shortly after taking off from the airport.
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Intercontinental Golf Team Challenge World Finals Coming to Las … - GolfLasVegasNow.com

October 21, 2007 - Posted in Articles, Flight Tracker, Hotels, Las Vegas vacations, Travel News

August 22, 2008--For the last 10 years, a team of Las Vegas amateur golfers representing the United States have played a team of amateur golfers from the UK in an event known as the Transatlantic Team Challenge. The series was tied 5-5, with the UK team winning earlier this year at the event that took place at Las Vegas golf courses Canyon Gate Country Club,
,
 (pictured). Now a new format will debut for this event that is newly dubbed the
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Hot hotel deals in Las Vegas - MSNBC

October 1, 2007 - Posted in Car Rental, Cheap travel, City Guides, Deals, Destinations, Expedia Travel, Guides, Hotels, Las Vegas vacations, Travel News, Videos

If you’re looking for some Sin City fun before this year ends, why not get it at a bargain price? We’ve done the deal-hunting for you and found the best hotel buys in Las Vegas, all right on The Strip. These sizzling deals include an ultra-chic overnight at The Hotel at Mandalay Bay for $160; $88 for tropical fun at the Mirage Resort & Casino; or $32/night for a popular stay at the Tropicana. It would be a sin to miss these sinfully cheap deals!
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Orbitz recognizes hotels for corporate travelers with awards - Purchasing.com

September 18, 2007 - Posted in Destinations, Expedia Travel, Hawaii resorts, Hotels, Information, Las Vegas vacations, Mexico packages, Reviews, Travel business, Vacation packages, Vacations, Videos

Orbitz.com, an online travel company, has recognized more than 100 top-rated hotels with its first annual
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Guests review the hotels.  
Orbitz selected the Best In Stay winners based on overall numeric score they receive by Orbitz customers. The company collects reviews and scores for each hotel only from its customers who have booked and stayed at the hotel. It asked reviewers to rate attributes on a scale of 1 to 5, including amenities, Read the rest of this entry »

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