Chris Botti at Station Casinos

November 13, 2008.  Genre: JazzVenue: Access Showroom

Date: Saturday, November 29, 2008, at 8 p.m.

Ticket Prices: $49, $59and $69 plus tax and applicable fees

Artist Info: Trumpeter and composer Chris Botti released his first solo album in 1995 marking the beginning of a successful music career. Two of his albums, 2004’s When I Fall in Love and 2005’s To Love Again: The Duets made number one Top Jazz album. Botti also earned himself a Grammy for the song, “What Are You Doing the Rest of Your Life?” with vocals performed by Sting. His latest release, Italia, inspired by the sounds and atmosphere of Italy, was nominated for a 2007 Grammy award for Best Pop Instrumental Album.

All ages welcome- Under 21 must be accompanied by an adult

About Station Casinos

Station Casinos’ concert and entertainment lounge venues include: The Railhead at Boulder Station, a 650-seat venue; Ovation, a 500-seat venue, Grand Events Center, a 2,000-seat venue, and Whiskey Beach, a poolside venue accommodating up to 4,000 guests, at Green Valley Ranch; Club Tequila at Fiesta Rancho, a 380-seat venue; Sound Trax at Palace Station, a 300-seat venue;

Rocks Lounge, a 150-seat venue, and Sandbar Backyard, a poolside venue accommodating up to 3,000 guests, at Red Rock Resort; Chrome Showroom at Santa Fe Station, a 550-seat venue;

Club Madrid, a 500-seat venue, and Sunset Amphitheater, an outdoor venue accommodating up to 5,000 guests, at Sunset Station; Dallas Events Center, a 1,800-seat venue, and South Padre, a 300-seat venue, at Texas Station; and its latest addition, Access Showroom at Aliante Station, seating more than 600 guests.

Tickets can be purchased at any Station Casinos Reward Center, The Fiestas and The Galleria Mall or by calling (702) 547-5300 or log onto www.stationcasinos.com

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New Dining Options at Coast Casinos

November 13, 2008.  Boyd Gaming has introduced a new restaurant line-up for its four Coast Casinos, anchored by the launch of T.G.I. Friday’s at the Gold Coast Hotel and Casino, Sam’s Town Hotel and Gambling Hall, and Suncoast Hotel and Casino.In addition, the Gold Coast and Sam’s Town locations are the first in Nevada to offer a complete breakfast menu, serving daily from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. The first T.G.I. Friday’s is expected to open Oct 20 at the Gold Coast, with the Sam’s Town and Suncoast locations set to open Oct. 22 and Nov. 3, respectively.

 The new T.G.I. Friday’s locations join The Orleans Casino and Hotel’s T.G.I. Friday’s, which opened nearly two years ago.

Other new restaurants at the four Coast Casino properties include Salvatore’s Italian Steakhouse, which recently opened at the Suncoast; Fuddruckers, Sbarro and Baskin-Robbins, which are slated to open this fall at The Orleans; and a recently opened quick-serve Deli and a Dunkin’ Donuts at Sam’s Town.

For the Suncoast, call 877-677-7111 or visit www.suncoastcasino.com 

For the Gold Coast, call 800-331-5334 or visit www.goldcoastcasino.com

For Sam’s Town, call 800-897-8696 or visit www.samstownlv.com

For The Orleans, call 800-675-3267 or visit www.orleanscasino.com

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MGM Mirage Restaurants 2009 Michelin Stars

November 17, 2008.  Seven of the 17 Las Vegas restaurants honored with at least one Michelin star for its 2009 guide are located within MGM Mirage properties. Receiving top honors is the Michelin three-star restaurant, Joël Robuchon at the MGM Grand, the only Las Vegas three-star recipient. Joël Robuchon at MGM Grand was the Chef of the Century’s first fine-dining restaurant in the United States and represents “exceptional cuisine, worth a special journey,” according to Michelin’s three-star criteria. A three-star Michelin restaurant also is defined by the following:“One always eats extremely well here, often superbly. Distinctive dishes are precisely executed, using superlative ingredients.” The restaurant joins the ranks of only 69 other restaurants worldwide to hold Michelin’s highest star rating.

Earning two stars is Chef Julian Serrano’s Picasso at Bellagio. Two stars are defined by Michelin as “excellent cooking, worth a detour” and are bestowed upon restaurants exhibiting “skillfully and carefully crafted dishes of outstanding quality.” Rounding out the honors and capturing one star are five restaurants — L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon at the MGM Grand, Le Cirque at Bellagio, Michael Mina at Bellagio, Aureole at Mandalay Bay and miX atop THEhotel at Mandalay Bay.

For more information, visit www.mgmmirage.com

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Signature at MGM New In-Suite Dining

November 17, 2008.  Delectable fare typically found in the world’s finest restaurants now can be enjoyed within the all-suite enclave of The Signature at MGM Grand. Pairing culinary creations with attentive personalized service, The Signature now features a new In-Suite Dining Menu developed by Executive Chef Uday Huja. Chef Huja has served as executive chef for The Signature at MGM Grand since 2006. He previously served as executive chef for The Mansion at MGM Grand. Before moving to Las Vegas, Chef Huja demonstrated his culinary expertise in some of the world’s finest restaurants including the Mobil Five-Star and AAA Five Diamond The Inn at Little Washington in Washington, Va.; the Michelin-ranked The George Hotel in Yarmouth, England; and Magnolia’s, a popular dining destination in Charleston, S.C.From gourmet delicacies to comfort food, the menu features distinctive selections. For breakfast, lunch, dinner or late-night dining, The Signature at MGM Grand’s In-Suite Dining Menu allows guests the freedom to explore gastronomic delights within the privacy of their own junior, one- or two-bedroom suite. To complement each meal, a wide-ranging spirits collection features 19 domestic and imported beers as well as a distinctive selection of tequila, whiskey, cognac and scotch, including a $380 bottle of Hennessy X.O. and a $455 bottle of Johnnie Walker Blue Label. Additionally, an impressive list of wines and champagne offers such choices as Moët & Chandon and Beringer, but also provides rarer labels such as Trefethen and Far Niente. Guests can celebrate a special event or holiday occasion in high style with The Signature at MGM Grand’s In-Suite Hospitality Menu.

For more information, call 877-727-0007 or visit www.signaturemgmgrand.com

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Golden Nugget Grand Fall Classic Poker Series

November 17, 2008.  LAS VEGAS – The Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino announces it will host a new week-long poker series, Nov. 24-30, in its luxurious events center, The Grand.The Grand Fall Classic Poker Series will primarily feature more than 30 tables of non-Hold ’em tournaments daily, including Omaha, Pot Limit Omaha, HORSE and a new Mixed Games Tournament with favorites like 2-7 Triple Draw, 7 Stud High/Low and Crazy Pineapple.“The Golden Nugget, of course, loves No Limit Hold ’em, as many of our players do. However, there are other varieties of poker that are really re-gaining popularity,” said John Colville, director of poker at the property. “We pride ourselves in catering to our players’ wants and feel hosting these non-Hold ’em events do just that.”Each tournament is a trophy event and begins at noon daily, with buy-ins of $230. Each features an 8,000 starting chip stack with additional 2,000 bonus chips available for $10 more at registration.“With the addition of these non-Hold ’em tournaments to our great lineup, there will be plenty of options for our players to enjoy,” Colville added.

For those players still wanting a Hold ’em game, the series will also hold its very popular $125 No Limit Hold ’em Tournaments at 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. daily. This tournament will start players at 8,000 in chips and feature 30 minute blind levels.

In addition to The Grand Fall Classic Poker Series, the Golden Nugget features $65 No Limit Hold ’em tournaments at 11 a.m., 3 p.m., 7 p.m. and 1 a.m. daily, where each buy-in gets 2,000 in chips and an opportunity for one $40 re-buy, for 3,000 more.

Registration for The Grand Fall Classic Poker Series is now open and seats can be secured by stopping by the Golden Nugget Poker Room or by contacting John Colville, director of Golden Nugget poker, at 702-386-8164 or e-mail at jcolville@goldennugget.com  For more information or a complete schedule of events for The Grand Fall Classic Poker Series, visit the Golden Nugget website at www.goldennugget.com

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Harrah’s Las Vegas Modern M Suites

November 18, 2008.  Harrah’s Las Vegas has unveiled its modern M suite product, featuring high-tech accessories. The focal point of the bedroom is the headboard featuring a bold white frame with a chocolate brown patent leather center, set against a deep brown wall with red velvet striping. Digital amenities include a Denon sound system with an MP3 player docking station and a CD/ DVD player, Bang & Olufsen telephones, and wireless Internet connection. Rooms also are equipped with flat-panel, HD televisions and built-in screens in the bathroom mirrors. The 33 M suites are located in the Mardi Gras tower. For more information, call 800-427-7247 or visit www.harrahs.com

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The Signature at MGM Las Vegas Third-Night Free

November 18, 2008. The Signature at MGM Grand in Las Vegas is offering a “Your Third Night’s On Us” Las Vegas Escape Package that includes all-suite room rates beginning from $149.99 per night, one free night (including room and tax), and two complimentary cocktails at The Signature Lounge.Clients should book by Nov. 12, 2008, to take advantage of this package. The offer is subject to minimum three-night booking and the free night will be applied to lowest rate. Just steps from the MGM Grand, the non-smoking, non-gaming towers of The Signature provide lavish amenities and suites as well as a 24-hour concierge. Rooms beginning at 550 square feet feature a king-sized bed with 300-thread count Egyptian cotton sheets and down comforters.

A separate sitting area has a sofa, entertainment center and kitchenette and high-definition flat-screen TVs. Guests can also enjoy The Signature’s pool complex with cabanas and beverage service, and fitness center. For more information or reservations, call 800-727-0007 and use booking code SIG004.

For more information, visit www.signaturemgmgrand.com

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Escape Adventures Goes Global

November 19, 2008.  Escape Adventures
Media Contact: Alicia Surgeoner
Phone: 702.596.2953
Alicia@escapeadventures.com
WEB: www.escapeadventures.comLAS VEGAS, Nevada—Escape Adventures goes global in 2009. By expanding their offerings to destinations in Mexico, Costa Rica, Panama, Patagonia, Guatemala and New Zealand a whole new world of biking opportunities is now available! With the finest destinations, guides, and equipment available in the industry, travelers receive the best adventure vacation and bicycle tour possible from Escape Adventures.

In Mexico, choose from two distinct tours- the Sierra de la Laguna Adventure on the lower Baja Peninsula or the Copper Canyon Tour in the state of Chihuahua. Primarily a beach tour, the Sierra de la Laguna Adventure combines ocean-side camping and dining while riding along the Pacific Ocean and the Sea of Cortez. This area has a truly Mexican feel with bright desert foliage, crystal blue seas and natural hot springs. The Copper Canyon Tour is a mainland trip exploring the uncommonly visited Mexican State of Chihuahua. This unearthly tour is known for its dramatic mountainous terrain and steep valley walls. Dates available throughout January, February and March 2009; prices begin at $1490 per person depending on trip.

 Trips in Central America offer unique opportunities to explore Guatemala, Costa Rica and Panama. Antigua’s Multi-Sport Adventure takes travelers through the ancient land shared by Mayan descendants and Spanish Conquistadors. Volcanic peaks give way to flat valley floors, making this tour one of the most diverse and exciting terrain on the planet. Costa Rica’s Multi-Sport in Paradise Adventure challenges body and soul with exhilarating hiking, biking, rafting, zip lines and canyoneering adventures in the Talamanca Mountains and on the Pacuare River. Experience “Pura Vida” in Costa Rica! Panama’s Ultimate Multi-Sport Aquatic Adventure combines mountain biking with sea kayaking, snorkeling and personalized rafting trips down the Chagres River. Whether on land or water this is the ultimate aqua themed multi-sport adventure! Trips are available throughout Winter and Spring 2009; prices begin at $2550 per person depending on trip.

Travel to Patagonia delivers some of the most exquisite and exhilarating mountain biking in the world. Mountain Biking Bariloche offers smooth trails through native forests and panoramic views from high atop the Andes Range down to the Patagonian Steppe. Dates available January, February and March 2009; prices begin at $1990 per person.

At the southern end of the planet, experience New Zealand from a bike. At the forefront of travel efficiency and sustainability, New Zealand has wholly embraced green travel. On the Christchurch to Queenstown trip explore the stunning locations throughout the epic South Island with an option to heli-bike from the moonscape terrain of the Ramarkables Mountains. Ride New Zealand! Dates available in January and March 2009; prices from $2790 per person.
Specializing in western North America, Escape Adventures is a leader in first-class eco-friendly cycling and multi-sport adventure.

For more information on Escape’s environmental program and a full list of tour options, visit www.escapeadventures.com  or call toll free 800.596.2953.

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NOBHILL TAVERN Debuts at MGM Grand

November 19, 2008.  Restaurant Offers Modern American Tavern Fare in Casual Yet Sophisticated SettingLAS VEGAS – NOBHILL TAVERN by Michael Mina infuses a new concept into the ever-evolving Las Vegas dining transformation. Tavern cuisine, an innovative drink menu that pays homage to classic cocktails, and an expansive lounge area where guests can relax while listening to a music selection of popular songs from a variety of genres make up the NOBHILL TAVERN experience.

The menu affords guests the opportunity to enjoy Michael Mina’s signature trio concept. Guests may indulge in three different preparations of their favorite ingredient – including shellfish, American Kobe and caviar – each presented in its own unique way. Other cuisine includes Beef Rib-Eye and Cheek with purple artichoke and Castelvetrano olive jus; Tasmanian Ocean Trout with cauliflower puree, Muscat grape and caper relish; and Whole Fried Chicken for two with truffle mac & cheese and onion jus.

Allowing guests to be adventurous, the drink program is highlighted by cocktails that feature modern twists on classic favorites made meticulously with the freshest ingredients. Signature libations include the Whiskey Cobbler, a mixture of Bulliet bourbon, Luxardo maraschino liqueur and fresh berries; and the Yuzu Drop, a combination of Hanger One Citron “Buddha’s Hand,” yuzu juice and lemon sour.

In addition to the culinary and beverage choices, NOBHILL TAVERN offers guests the casual atmosphere of a tavern infused with the energy of Las Vegas. The expansive lounge area features smartly dressed wait staff serving up Michael Mina’s fare to the beat of modern popular music.

“The opportunity to create a new menu for NOBHILL TAVERN that allows guests to experience my trio concept is something I am excited to do. This menu, along with the attractive staff uniforms and fun, lively atmosphere really transforms NOBHILL TAVERN into a great gathering spot,” Michael Mina said.

Located within MGM Grand, NOBHILL TAVERN is open nightly from 5:30 p.m. –

10 p.m.

For reservations or more information, call (702) 891-7337.

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FUEGO Raw Talent in Vegas

November 19, 2008.  The new show offers students a complimentary ticket in exchange for their opinionLAS VEGAS – “FUEGO RAW TALENT,” the new high-energy show at the Sahara is tapping into the social media market by offering students a complimentary ticket to the show in exchange for their opinion now through December 31, 2008. Students will receive a free ticket to the show when they present their student ID card to the Sahara box office and agree to blog about their experience at the show through online blogs, newsletters and social media websites.

“‘FUEGO RAW TALENT’ is such an intricate, diverse show that can be interpreted in so many different ways,” said ND, creator, producer and director of “FUEGO RAW TALENT.” “Because the show appeals to the technology generation, we want to reach out to social media connoisseurs to encourage their communication through social media websites as virtual opinion forum. ”

“FUEGO RAW TALENT,” is a high-energy dance and video illusion show that combines an intricate storyline about modern day’s duality with live, original music, creative costumes, original choreography and performances from talented singers, dancers and musicians. The exclusive video illusion technology enables the performers to interact with hundreds of digital images for a raw, interactive experience. The show is performed nightly at 8:30 p.m. inside the FUEGO RAW TALENT Theater at the Sahara Hotel & Casino. Tickets are $79.95, inclusive of tax and fees, and can be purchased by visiting www.NDsFUEGO.com,  www.SaharaVegas.com or by calling the Sahara Hotel & Casino box office at (702) 737-2515 or toll free at (888) 696-2121.

To learn more about show, read character profiles, check up on performer blogs or to purchase tickets and show memorabilia, please log on to www.NDsFUEGO.com.

About the Sahara Hotel & Casino

Located on the northern end of the famed Las Vegas Strip, the Sahara Hotel and Casino is a desert jewel rich with history and nostalgia. The last remaining “Rat Pack” resort, the Sahara was the setting for the original “Ocean’s Eleven” film and has played host to everyone from The Beatles to Dean Martin to Marilyn Monroe. New owner Sam Nazarian and his innovative company, SBE Entertainment Group, plan to introduce a new generation to the revitalized Sahara with dynamic and exciting renovation plans on the horizon.

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