August 2, 2009
Best Western International has extended its exclusive partnership with Harley-Davidson Motor Company for an additional three years to reward motorcycle riders and Harley-Davidson enthusiasts with enhanced travel benefits when they stay at one of more than 1,200 “rider-friendly” Best Western properties in North America. Harley-Davidson owners or enthusiasts can register for Best Western Ride Rewards by calling 888-BW2BIKE or by visiting www.bwrider.com
Once registered, members earn 10 points for every U.S. dollar spent on qualified room rates or 250 airline miles per qualified stay at more than 4,000 Best Western hotels worldwide.
Upon registering for Best Western’s free Ride Rewards loyalty program online, riders will automatically receive Gold Elite status, which includes 10 percent bonus points on every stay. H.O.G.
Members receive even greater benefits. They are automatically upgraded to platinum elite status, giving them 15 percent bonus points on every stay, complimentary room upgrades when available, plus early check-in and late check-out if available.
When staying at the 1,200 plus Best Western properties that are certified “rider-friendly,” guests will have access to a host of amenities, such as complimentary wipe-down rags and access to a washing station at check-in.
Additionally, some hotels offer extra benefits, including reserved parking spaces, bottled water and lip balm.
As a complement to Ride Rewards, enthusiasts can also use Harley-Davidson’s Ride Planner to help map and plan rides, available at www.harley-davidson.com
The tool also makes it easy to book a stay at a Best Western hotel by indicating where each is located in correlation to the trip being planned. Each hotel listing includes hotel descriptions along with a directory of services and amenities.
For more information on Ride Rewards and other features of the Best Western/Harley-Davidson partnership, visit www.bwrider.com  or www.rideplanner.harley-davidson.com/rideplanner.
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August 5, 2009
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas opened its newest addition, the $750 million Paradise Tower, on July 31 — almost two months ahead of schedule.
The tower’s 490 rooms were designed with the property’s party attitude in mind but with a more luxurious, sophisticated atmosphere. Paradise Tower has 18 floors, including a penthouse and 10 pool suites. The penthouse measures 3,500 square feet and has floor-to-ceiling windows throughout; the Strip can be seen unobstructed from end to end while a turn in either direction provides views of mountains.
The penthouse also has mahogany woods, platinum tiles, an oversize hot tub, interactive digital pool table and a video wall. The pool suites, which overlook or even offer direct access to the Beach Club pool, include two-level duplexes with doors that open to a cabana or to the pool deck, or a glass balcony that overlooks the pool.
“The Hard Rock is evolving,” said Phil Shalala, Hard Rock’s vice president of marketing.
“It has really melded into the perfect property for the young affluent consumer that is into music, fashion, technology and lifestyle in general.
It really stands for that perfect balance.” For more information, visit www.hardrockhotel.com

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August 5, 2009
Super 8 Worldwide, the official hotel company of Richard Petty Motorsports and sponsor of the No. 43 Super 8 Dodge car, is revving up the excitement this race season with Petty’s Tune Up Challenge, a new online interactive game that allows players to compete for a range of racing-themed prizes, including a VIP trip to a NASCAR race and the chance to meet racing legend Richard Petty.
Petty’s Tune Up Challenge game is accessible through www.super8.com  or directly at www.pettysgarage.com
Fans visiting the site can suit up as a member of Petty’s crew and race against the clock to get his car out of pit row and past the checkered flag with the fastest time around the track. The top three players with the fastest time each month will receive a Petty Prize Pack, consisting of a $50 gas card, Petty memorabilia and a free stay at a Super 8 hotel.
One grand prize winner and a guest will receive a three-day, two-night trip to the race in Charlotte in October, where they’ll meet Petty and his crew, tour the pit and garage and participate in the Richard Petty Driving Experience.
All airfare, travel, meals and accommodations will be provided complements of Super 8 Worldwide.
One first prize winner and eight second prize winners will receive passes for the Richard Petty Driving Experience and a Petty Prize Pack.
Full contest details are available at www.pettysgarage.com
Available on the site are a 15 percent Super Fan discount good at all participating Super 8 hotels; race information including the latest news, race photos, audio and video on Richard Petty and the Richard Petty Motorsport team; and an interactive booking engine for Super 8 hotels closest to race tracks. In addition, race fans can post their own photos and content to the site, sharing their race experiences with others.
This is the second of two Super 8 Petty’s Tune Up Challenge contests this year. In May 2009, Michael K. Cooper of Georgia won the grand prize for the first contest with a lap time of 2 minutes 40 seconds. This August, he and a guest will travel to Bristol, Tenn., complements of Super 8 Worldwide, to attend the race and enjoy the Richard Petty Driving Experience.

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August 5, 2009
PINK JEEP TOURS TO BECOME FIRST INDEPENDENT TOUR COMPANY
TO OFFER IN-PARK SERVICE IN DEATH VALLEY THIS FALL
LAS VEGAS – Beginning this September, Pink Jeep Tours will become the first independent tour company to offer in-park service at Death Valley.
These new tours will allow guests to visit the remote areas of the park too difficult for most vehicles to access. This is made possible by Pink Jeep Tours’ new Tour Trekker, the first-of-its-kind, high-end, state-of-the-art sightseeing vehicle. This comfortable 4-wheel drive vehicle has seating for up to 10 passengers so guests will truly enjoy this “small group” experience.
Hotel pick-up and drop-off will be available from most park hotels, including the 4-diamond Furnace Creek Inn, the Furnace Creek Ranch and the popular Stovepipe Wells Village. Tours will originate and conclude inside the park. To make this possible, Pink Jeep Tours has partnered with Xanterra Parks and Resorts, the nation’s largest park concessions management company and leader in park and resort hospitality.
Xanterra oversees and manages most resort, dining and retail offerings at Death Valley.
“Pink Jeep Tours has one of the most respected names in the tour business,” says Rich Jones, regional general manager, Xanterra Parks & Resorts.
“All too many past guests have not been able to visit some of the most famed attractions due to the type of vehicle they drive.
“We are pleased Pink Jeep Tours will soon provide an affordable way to see these attractions in 4-wheel luxury.”
Once inside the park, guests can visit secluded areas such as Racetrack Playa, famous for its “mysterious sliding rocks” that move across the dry lake bed on their own; Titus Canyon with its panoramic views at Red Pass and sheer towering walls in the canyon “narrows”; Charcoal kilns and Mosaic Canyon with its smooth, polished marble walls and West Side Road offering views of the valley most visitors rarely see. In addition, guests can also join Pink Jeep’s classic Death Valley tour when it arrives from Las Vegas. This 2-hour segment visits Badwater Basin, Devil’s Golf Course, Zabriskie Point and Artist’s Palette.
“Demand is there and we predict fall will be busy,” says Alix Reed, general manager, Pink Jeep Tours. “This is a brand new way for visitors to experience areas of Death Valley they wouldn’t otherwise be able to see and will be able to do so in an exciting, yet educational way thanks to our highly-trained guides.”
Covering nearly 3.3 million acres, Death Valley is the largest National Park in the lower 48 contiguous states. Guests will enjoy the dramatic contrast between Telescope Peak (elev. 11,049 feet) and Badwater Basin (282 feet below sea level).
Tour prices range from $65 to $165.
For more information, call Pink Jeep Tours at (702) 895-6777 or go to www.pinkjeep.com
ABOUT PINK JEEP TOURS – LAS VEGAS, INC.
Experience the “natural side” of Las Vegas. Founded in 1958 in Sedona, Ariz., Pink Jeep Tours is the premier off-road tour company in the Southwest.
Nevada Magazine readers recently named Pink Jeep Tours “Top Tour Company.” Built and designed specifically for Pink Jeep Tours, The Tour Trekker is the first-of-its-kind, luxurious yet rugged, all-terrain vehicle. As one of the few Las Vegas tour companies to possess off-road permits, guests experience areas inaccessible to most. From Grand Canyon to Hoover Dam to Mt. Charleston, there are 10 tours showcasing the Southwest’s breathtaking landscape. Off-road has never been so civilized.
For more information, go to www.pinkjeep.com

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August 5, 2009
August 21-23
Las Vegas—Legendary comedian Don Rickles, “Mr. Warmth,” who first starred as a Las Vegas headliner more than 50 years ago, brings his one-of-a-kind humor to The Orleans Showroom, August 21, 22 and 23.
Rickles took his first step toward national fame in 1957 when Frank Sinatra wandered into the small Hollywood nightclub where Rickles was performing. The still-unknown Rickles eyed Sinatra and said,
“I just saw your movie, The Pride and the Passion, and I want to tell you, the cannon’s acting was great. And, make yourself at home, Frank. Hit somebody.”
Sinatra doubled up laughing and became one of Rickles’ biggest boosters among Hollywood celebrities. Rickles soon became the “in” comic among Hollywood stars, who flocked to his nightclub engagements to become the targets of his insults.
As a star-struck kid in New York City, Rickles aspired to share the big screen with such greats as Clark Gable and James Cagney. His wish came true in 1958 when he appeared in Run Silent Run Deep, starring Clark Gable. Rickles went on to receive critical praise for his villainous performance in The Rat Race in 1960.
During a period between acting assignments, Rickles tried and succeeded at stand-up comedy. Audiences laughed harder at his impromptu insults than at his prepared material, and Rickles’ legend as the king of insult comics was born.
Rickles has also starred in films and television shows, including Casino, Kelly’s Heroes, Gilligan’s Island, The Andy Griffith Show, Get Smart, Toy Story and Toy Story 2, and most recently, the CBS hit series The Unit. Rickles won two Primetime Emmy Awards, including the 2008 HBO special Mr. Warmth: The Don Rickles Project for Best Individual Performance in a Variety or Musical.
Tickets are now available starting from $74.95, plus tax. Showtime is 8 p.m. Tickets can be purchased by calling the Box Office at 702.365.7075 or visiting www.orleanscasino.com
About Coast Casinos
The Orleans Showroom is an 827-seat venue featuring theater-style seating. Coast Casinos is a division of Boyd Gaming Corporation (NYSE: BYD). Headquartered in Las Vegas, Boyd Gaming is a leading diversified owner and operator of 16 gaming entertainment properties located in Nevada, New Jersey, Mississippi, Illinois, Indiana and Louisiana. Additional news and information on Boyd Gaming can be found at www.boydgaming.com

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August 5, 2009
Bette Midler is offering her fans the ultimate chance to experience what she affectionately refers to as the “Smug Mutha” package, an over-the-top VIP treatment to her Las Vegas show at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace.
Fans who purchase the package will sit front row center at The Showgirl Must Go On and will have the once-in-a-lifetime chance to meet The Divine Miss M. backstage after the show.
The package also includes a photo with her, an autographed show program, a VIP escort into the theatre and two drink vouchers.
Available on performance dates from Aug. 11 – Sept. 6, the “Smug Mutha” package is $1000 per person and is on sale now. To book the “Smug Mutha” experience, visit the ticket master ad at right click to the Bette Midler page, pick the date of your choice, select “SMUG MUTHA VIP PACKAGE,” the number of tickets and then “Find Tickets.”
The Showgirl Must Go On is performed approximately 100 times a year, five nights per week at 7:30 p.m.; the show is dark on Mondays, Thursdays and select Fridays.
For tickets call 1-877-7BETTEM (723-8836), log on to the banner ad at right and use the keyword “Bette Midler” or visit The Colosseum at Caesars Palace Box Office, which is open daily from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
For the latest and greatest news on Bette Midler The Showgirl Must Go On, check out the show’s fan page on Facebook.

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August 5, 2009
LAS VEGAS
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3
AC/DC’s highly successful Black Ice World Tour makes its first stop in Las Vegas on Saturday, October 3 at MGM Grand Garden Arena. AC/DC kicked off their Black Ice World Tour in late October 2008, crisscrossing North America and Europe garnering raves from critics along the way.
The Black Ice World Tour, the band’s first since 2001, was given the ‘Major Tour of the Year’ award at the 20th Annual Pollstar Concert Industry Awards.
Henry Northmore of The List wrote, “Crashing through the back of the stage on a full-size locomotive is one hell of a way to make an entrance…the atmosphere is electric as AC/DC are greeted as all conquering heroes proceeding to lay down a masterclass in rock.” Billy Sloan of the California Chronicle describes Angus’s playing as “a revelation during AC/ DC’s thundering set.”
Released globally on October 20, 2008, Black Ice is AC/DC’s first new album in over eight years and its evident the band is still an incredible force in rock.
The album made history debuting at #1 on album charts in 29 countries and also has the distinction of being Columbia Records’ biggest debut album (since Nielsen SoundScan began tracking sales data in 1991).
Black Ice has been certified Double Platinum in the U.S and Multi Platinum in eighteen countries, including
Australia, Canada, Switzerland, Sweden, Norway, Germany, France, Italy, Argentina and the Czech Republic.

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August 5, 2009
September 5
Las Vegas—Iconic funny man Bill Cosby, who has been making audiences laugh for decades with his keen insight into everyday existence, brings his signature comedy to the Treasure Island Theatre for one night only, September 5. Showtimes are 7:30 and
10 p.m.
In an illustrious career defined by intelligent standup comedy, a groundbreaking 1980s hit show – “The Cosby Show” – and advocacy for education and good parenting, Cosby ranks as one of America’s most influential stars. Audiences adore Cosby’s take on the vast, ordinary world, as he gives a twist of the ridiculous to everyday faults, foibles and successes. When Cosby takes the stage, he points out the humor in life, and in doing so touches the hearts of audience members, and endears himself to people of every age and interest.
About his performances Cosby says, “I feel that in-person contact with people is the most important thing in comedy. While I’m up on stage, I can actually put myself into the audience and adjust my pace and timing to them. I can get into their heads through their ears and through their eyes. Only through this total communication can I really achieve what I’m trying to do.”
With an uncanny ability to connect with people through humor that provides an insight into the role of parents, children, family members, men and women, Cosby has earned respect from critics and adoration from fans.
Without resorting to gimmickry or lowbrow humor, Cosby has been compared to such great American humorists as Charlie Chaplin, Will Rogers, W.C. Fields and Groucho Marx. A testament to his status in the world of comedy, Cosby has earned five Grammy Awards for best comedy album.
Known the world over for “The Cosby Show,” which ran from 1984 to 1992 on NBC, Cosby broke racial barriers and sent a powerful message to viewers – that the family unit and raising children matters most. The No. 1 rated sitcom, which many credited for single-handedly resurrecting the television sitcom, earned six Emmy Awards, three Golden Globes and 10 People’s Choice Awards.
It helped set the stage for Cosby’s career as an author, as his book “Fatherhood” remained at No. 1 for more than half of its 54 weeks on The New York Times Best Seller List. Among Cosby’s other titles are “Time Flies,” “Love and Marriage,” “Come On People: On the Path from Victims to Victors” and “Friends of a Feather: One of Life’s Little Fables,” illustrated by his daughter.
A champion of youth, Cosby’s dedication to helping children realize their potential is evidenced through his Emmy Award-winning “Little Bill” animated series, which aired on Nickelodeon and CBS. Together with partners Tom Werner and Marcy Carsey, Cosby produced “A Different World” on NBC from 1987 to 1993. His other television and film credits include the “I Spy” series, “The Cosby Mysteries,” “Man and Boy” and “Uptown Saturday Night,” where he starred alongside Sidney Poitier and Harry Belafonte. He has written, produced and directed educational television shows and animated specials.
Few entertainers have achieved the legendary status of Cosby, who emerged from humble beginnings in a Philadelphia housing project. After returning from the Navy, Cosby went on to earn a degree at Temple University and later a master’s and doctoral degree in Education from the University of Massachusetts. As philanthropists, Cosby and wife Camille have made substantial gifts in support of education and to various social service and civil rights organizations. His lifelong contributions to American culture were recognized with a Kennedy Center Honor in 1998 and the Presidential Medal of Freedom in July 2002, America’s highest civilian honor.
Tickets are now available starting at $79 plus tax and handling fees. Tickets can be purchased by calling the Box Office at 800-392-1999 or 702-894-7722. Purchases can also be made on-line at www.treasureisland.com.
About Treasure Island
Treasure Island on the Las Vegas Strip, a privately owned hotel and casino boasting nearly 3,000 guest rooms, stands alone as the only major Strip property to claim that unique market position. It’s a world-class destination for headline entertainment, the enchanting Sirens of TI nightly outdoor show and Mystère, the classic Cirque du Soleil performance that combines the powerful athleticism, high-energy acrobatics and inspiring imagery that have become the company’s hallmark. Upscale and casual dining choices, hip nightspots and shops, and an indulgent spa further complement the one-of-a-kind Treasure Island guest experience. For information or to make a reservation, call 800-288-7206 or visit www.treasureisland.com

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August 5, 2009
Friday, September 11 – Saturday, September 12
Friday, October 9 – Saturday, October 10

Tickets On-Sale – Saturday, August 8 at noon
Tickets are $129, $179 & $254, plus any additional service fees
Please visit the ticketmaster banner at right or www.livenation.com to purchase tickets
LAS VEGAS – July 30, 2009 – With worldwide sales of more than 175 million albums, Mariah Carey – the most successful female recording artist in history – is set to perform the most intimate shows of her career in a special engagement at The Pearl inside the Palms Casino Resort. These performances will take place on Friday, September 11; Saturday, September 12; Friday, October 9 and Saturday October 10, 2009. Show time for each performance is 8 p.m.
These once-in-a-lifetime, up-close-and-personal performances at The Pearl are the first of its kind and surround the highly anticipated release of Mariah’s latest album, Memoirs of an Imperfect Angel which features the current hit single “Obsessed.”
“Obsessed” was written and produced by Mariah, The-Dream and Tricky Stewart, who are responsible for the majority of tracks on the new album. Memoirs is scheduled to arrive on September 15, 2009.
Memoirs of an Imperfect Angel, the 12th studio album of Mariah’s career, is the eagerly anticipated follow-up to her RIAA platinum-selling album E=MC² (released April 15, 2008), and her worldwide 10 million selling The Emancipation Of Mimi (released April 12, 2005). Both were Soundscan #1 debut albums that made chart history for Mariah in the U.S. and numerous territories around the globe.
The Emancipation Of Mimi generated three Grammy awards (including Best Contemp orary R&B Album), two #1 singles and countless more honors during its 18-month chart stay. The album debuted at #1 with first week sales of 404,000 copies, Mariah’s highest first week sales total (until E=MC²). Soundscan’s biggest-selling album of 2005, Mimi featured “We Belong Together” (Grammy winner for Best Female R&B Vocal and Best R&B Song) and “Don’t Forget About Us,” Mariah’s 16th and 17th #1 career singles respectively. They tied one of the most enduring chart records in Billboard Hot 100 history, Elvis Presley’s 17 #1’s.
Three years later, E=MC² debuted at #1 with first week sales of 463,000 copies, which now stands as the highest first week sales total of Mariah’s career. The album’s success brought total sales of Mariah’s albums, singles and videos to more than 175 million worldwide, distancing her even further from the pack as the top-selling female recording artist in history.
E=MC² spun off four singles: “Touch My Body,” “Bye Bye,” “I’ll Be Lovin’ U Long Time,” and “I Stay In Love.” Of these, “Touch My Body” made history when it became Mariah’s 18th #1 Hot 100 hit, thus surpassing Elvis Presley. The track’s two weeks at the top also marked Mariah’s 78th and 79th cumulative career weeks at #1, which tied Elvis’ long-standing all-time high of 79 weeks at #1, as calculated in Billboard.com. At the same time, Mariah is now positioned as the only active recording artist in the 50 years of the Hot 100 (which began in 1958) with the potential to surpass the Beatles’ all-time high of 20 #1 hits.
This event is presented by Andrew Hewitt and Live Nation. The Pearl Box Office is open from noon – 7:00 p.m. daily. Doors will open at 7:00 p.m. and show time is 8:00 p.m. The Pearl is home to Miller Lite Live, presented by Cricket Wireless and sponsored by Citi; for more information on upcoming concerts, please call 702-942-6888.
About The Pearl:
The Pearl is Las Vegas’ premier concert theater boasting accommodations for up to 2,500 ticket holders. Featuring a stage just four feet from the floor and the farthest seating area being a mere 120 feet from the stage, The Pearl offers the utmost in intimate viewing of your favorite acts. Private and semi-private skyboxes are located on each side of the venue offering private bars, lounges and restrooms. The Pearl is a marvel of modern technology using only top quality sound and video equipment throughout. Hard wired to The Studio at The Palms, The Pearl allows artists to create a cost-effective live album with efficiency and without additional venue set-up.
For more information, please visit www.palms.com

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August 6, 2009 on 9:13 am
Fright Dome at Circus Circus Partners with Lionsgate and Twisted Pictures to Introduce Two New Haunted Houses
Themed after the Legendary “SAW” Horror Franchise
LAS VEGAS – It’s time to play a game…Fright Dome takes over The Adventuredome at Circus Circus beginning Friday, Oct. 2. This season, two of the five haunted houses take on a “SAW” theme guaranteed to terrify even the bravest of visitors.
Fright Dome’s newest houses bring together plots from various installments of the legendary horror movie franchise, “SAW.” Handcrafted replicas of the “games” set by Jigsaw in the popular saga will be among the many things guests have to look forward to. Lionsgate is expected to release the sixth installment of the bone chilling series in theaters nationwide on Friday, Oct. 23.
“We’ve always had the best haunted attraction in Vegas and partnering with Lionsgate and Twisted Pictures takes it to a whole new level,” said Jason Egan, owner and creator of Fright Dome. “The ‘SAW’ films cut to the core of human fear and we’re using that to its fullest potential.”
“We are looking forward to collaborating with the creative minds behind Fright Dome. Visitors from around the world will be able to experience the terror of Jigsaw first hand,” said Producers Mark Burg and Oren Koules of Twisted Pictures.
Darkness and fog-filled, Fright Dome sets a chilling atmosphere with roaming characters, high-powered strobes, multi-colored lasers and five acres of fright made up of extreme scare zones, rides, eight different freak shows nightly, attractions and five haunted houses. No place left unhaunted, demons will descend from the ceiling as guests walk underneath.
Fright Dome is open from 7 p.m. to midnight Oct. 2 – 31. General admission tickets are $34.95 and fast pass tickets are available for an additional $15 which allow express line entry for all five haunted houses.
About Fright Dome
Created from the mind of Jason Egan, Fright Dome at Circus Circus has been horrifying the masses since 2002. Each year more than 60,000 people visit the popular attraction. Spread throughout five acres, this haunted theme park features dark, fog-filled attractions complete with ghoulish and gore-clad professional actors.
Not appropriate for children under 12,
Fright Dome includes roaming scare actors, high-powered strobes, multi-colored lasers and eerie sound effects.
For more information, visit www.frightdome.com  or call (702) 794-3939.

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