Download or read book The Complete Idiot s Guide to Las Vegas written by John Hawks and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2009-02-03 with total page 300 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Vegas, baby! The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Las Vegas takes the guesswork out of planning the perfect vacation. Readers are given practical advice based on the kind of trip they're looking for. ?A reader-friendly list of visual icons and symbols that make navigating the book easy ?Ultimate itineraries suited to different lengths of stay and special interests ?Everything readers need to know about gambling, shopping, entertainment, restaurants, activities, and hotels ?An eight-page color insert that captures the magic of the city

Download or read book The Complete Las Vegas written by M. J. Veaudry and published by . This book was released on 2019-10-25 with total page 284 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Complete Las Vegas is an omnibus of three books by M. J. Veaudry: Las Vegas Travel Tips, Mike's Guide to Better Slot Play and Casino Games Demystified. This book is intended for people who want to see more of Las Vegas than just the inside of a casino. Maybe you are with someone during a conference. Perhaps your companion likes to gamble, but you do not. Maybe you just want to have some fun in the sun, take in a few shows or spend a day at the spa. Whatever your interests are, Part 1 of this book will help you find what you are looking for. There are no paid endorsements, everything is based on Mike's own experience over the past thirty plus years in Las Vegas. The book covers planning ideas before the trip, information on finding discounts, the best shopping, the best spas and several outstanding tours that will bring you up close and personal with the wonder and beauty of the Mojave Desert. Because it is Las Vegas, there are chapters on entertainment, the author's pick of the must see attractions and of course, dinning out. If you would like to try your hand at gambling, Part 2 of the book will show you how you can improve your slot play by having a better understanding of how slot machines really work. Mike will discuss a number of rules, techniques and betting strategies that will make you a better slot player. The truth is that no one ever learns how to be a good slot player. However, if you follow Mike's guidelines your money will last longer and you may actually go home with money in your pocket. The book will not tell you how to win a jackpot. If someone really knew how to do this, do you think they would write a book on it. Part 3 of the book will describe six common Las Vegas table games. It will explain the rules, table ettiequte and playing strategy of each game. You will also be provided with step-by-step instructions on how to get to the table and play with confidence. The book is full of references to websites that will save you a lot of time in planning your trip and getting the most up-to-date information on prices and availability. If you buy the paperback version please make sure you also pick-up the discounted eBook version for $2.99 so you can carry the book on your iPhone or Tablet to use the hyperlinks while you are travelling.

Download or read book The Complete Las Vegas written by M J Veaudry and published by . This book was released on 2019-11-14 with total page 284 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The 2020 Edition of the book is an omnibus of the three most current books on Las Vegas by M. J. Veaudry: Las Vegas Travel Tips, Mike's Guide to Better Slot Play and Casino Games Demystified. This book is intended for people who want to see more of Las Vegas than just the inside of a casino. Maybe you are with someone during a conference. Perhaps your companion likes to gamble but you do not. Maybe you just want to have some fun in the sun, take in a few shows or spend a day at the spa. Whatever your interests are Part 1 of this book will help you find what you are looking for. There are no paid endorsements, everything is based on Mike's own experience over the past thirty plus years in Las Vegas. The book covers planning ideas before the trip, information on finding discounts, the best shopping, the best spas and several outstanding tours that will bring you up close and personal with the wonder and beauty of the Mojave Desert. Because it is Las Vegas, there are chapters on entertainment, the author's pick of the must see shows and attractions and of course, dinning out. If you would like to try your hand at gambling, Part 2 of the book will show you how you can Play Slots Like A Pro by having a better understanding of how slot machines really work. Mike will discuss a number of rules, techniques and betting strategies that will make you a better slot player. The truth is that no one ever learns how to be a good slot player. However, if you follow Mike's guidelines your money will last longer and you may actually go home with money in your pocket. The book will not tell you how to win a jackpot. If someone really knew how to do this do you think they would write a book on it. Part 3 of the book will describe six common Las Vegas table games. It will explain the rules, table ettiequte and playing strategy of each game. You will also be provided with step-by-step instructions on how to get to the table and play with confidence. The book is full of references to websites that will save you a lot of time in planning your trip and getting the most up-to-date information on prices and availability. If you buy the paperback version please make sure you also pick-up the discounted eBook version for $2.99 so you can carry the book on your Phone or Tablet to use the hyperlinks while you are travelling.

Download or read book Super Casino written by Pete Earley and published by Bantam. This book was released on 2009-11-04 with total page 512 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this lively and probing book, award-winning author Pete Earley traces the extraordinary evolution of Las Vegas -- from the gaudy Mecca of the Rat Pack era to one of the country's top family vacation spots. He revisits the city's checkered history of moguls, mobsters, and entertainers, reveals the real stories of well-known power brokers like Steve Wynn and legends like Howard Hughes and Bugsy Siegel, and offers a fascinating portrait of the life, death, and fantastic rebirth of the Las Vegas Strip. Earley also documents the gripping tale of the entrepreneurs behind the rise and fall and rise again of one of the largest gaming corporations in the nation, Circus Circus -- to which he was given unique access. In his trademark you-are-there style, he takes us behind the scenes to meet the blackjack dealers and hookers, the heavy hitters and bit players, the security officers, cabbies, and showgirls who are caught up in the mercurial pace that pulses at the heart of this astounding city.

Download or read book Sun Sin Suburbia written by Geoff Schumacher and published by Stephens Press, LLC. This book was released on 2004 with total page 294 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: People all over the globe know Las Vegas as gambling's Mecca, Sin City, the Entertainment Capital of the World, a resort destination that attracts more than 35 million visitors per year. But that's just one piece of the story of this fascinating metropolis of 1.5 million people - and counting. With more than 6,000 people rushing to the valley each month, Las Vegas responded to the influx with enthusiasm and a can-do attitude, all while coping with enormous economic, social and political challenges. This carefully documented history focuses on the most exciting and chaotic decade in Las Vegas history: the 1990s. Veteran journalist Geoff Schumacher captures the true essence of Las Vegas, seeing past the neon and discovering the multi-faceted communities beyond.

Download or read book Experience Las Vegas written by NevadaCom Media Group, Inc and published by Nevadacom Media Group. This book was released on 1998-09 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

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Download or read book Not the Screenplay to Fear Loathing in Las Vegas written by Terry Gilliam and published by Hal Leonard Corporation. This book was released on 1997 with total page 252 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: (Applause Books). Based on the novel by Hunter S. Thompson, this is the screenplay of the movie. Includes thoughts by both Tony Grisoni and Terry Gilliam. "Transferred to the screen by Gilliam with a fidelity to the author's imagery ... here it is in all its splendiferous funhouse terror; the closest sensory approximation of an acid trip ever achieved by a mainstream movie." The New York Times

Download or read book Vegas Heat written by Fern Michaels and published by Kensington Books. This book was released on 2014-05-20 with total page 416 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “A fascinating family saga” continues as the Thornton dynasty’s fortunes rise and fall—from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Vegas Rich (Romantic Times). Vegas Heat is the story of the Thornton empire . . . of Fanny Thornton, who takes over Babylon, the family’s magnificent Las Vegas casino, when her ex-husband Ash falls desperately ill . . . of Fanny’s twin sons, Sage and Birch, one content in his conventional life, while the other’s search for happiness leads to tragedy—and renewed hope . . . of Fanny’s daughter Sunny, betrayed by her husband, fighting a battle no woman should ever have to face . . . of her daughter Billie, whose devotion to the Thorntons’ children’s clothing empire has kept her from finding love. It is also the story of Fanny’s relationship with enigmatic businessman Marcus Reed—and the poignant, powerful quest for acceptance that drives the members of these two unforgettable families . . . Praise for Vegas Rich “[A] sweeping family saga reminiscent of her Texas series.” —Booklist “If history doesn’t lie, Michaels won’t disappoint her fans.” —Kirkus Reviews “Her characters are well constructed.” —Publishers Weekly

Download or read book The Strip written by Stefan Al and published by MIT Press. This book was released on 2017-03-03 with total page 267 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The transformations of the Strip—from the fake Wild West to neon signs twenty stories high to “starchitecture”—and how they mirror America itself. The Las Vegas Strip has impersonated the Wild West, with saloon doors and wagon wheels; it has decked itself out in midcentury modern sleekness. It has illuminated itself with twenty-story-high neon signs, then junked them. After that came Disney-like theme parks featuring castles and pirates, followed by replicas of Venetian canals, New York skyscrapers, and the Eiffel Tower. (It might be noted that forty-two million people visited Las Vegas in 2015—ten million more than visited the real Paris.) More recently, the Strip decided to get classy, with casinos designed by famous architects and zillion-dollar collections of art. Las Vegas became the “implosion capital of the world” as developers, driven by competition, got rid of the old to make way for the new—offering a non-metaphorical definition of “creative destruction.” In The Strip, Stefan Al examines the many transformations of the Las Vegas Strip, arguing that they mirror transformations in America itself. The Strip is not, as popularly supposed, a display of architectural freaks but representative of architectural trends and a record of social, cultural, and economic change. Al tells two parallel stories. He describes the feverish competition of Las Vegas developers to build the snazziest, most tourist-grabbing casinos and resorts—with a cast of characters including the mobster Bugsy Siegel, the eccentric billionaire Howard Hughes, and the would-be political kingmaker Sheldon Adelson. And he views the Strip in a larger social context, showing that it has not only reflected trends but also magnified them and sometimes even initiated them. Generously illustrated with stunning color images throughout, The Strip traces the many metamorphoses of a city that offers a vivid projection of the American dream.

Download or read book Murder in Vegas written by Michael Connelly and published by Forge Books. This book was released on 2007-04-01 with total page 402 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Murder in Vegas, the International Association of Crime Writers and New York Times bestselling author Michael Connelly have gathered twenty-two crime and mystery stories about the ultimate playground and what can happen behind the glitz and glamour. Las Vegas. Lost Wages. Sin City. An artificial oasis of pleasure, spectacle, and entertainment, the gambling capital of America has reinvented itself so many times that its doubtful that anyone knows for sure what's real and what isn't in the miles of neon and scorching heat. Las Vegas is considered the ultimate players destination--no matter what your game. Almost anything is available--for a price, mind you, and sometimes losers walk away from the tables with even less than just an empty wallet or purse--sometimes they don't walk away at all. From a gambler who must-win at the roulette table to stay alive to a courier who's only mistake was accepting a package with Las Vegas as the final destination, come to the true city that never sleeps, where fortunes are made and lost every day, and where snake-eyes aren't found just on a pair of dice. Murder in Vegas features stories by: James Swain, S.J. Rozan, Wendy Hornsby, Michael Collins, T.P Keating, J. Madison Davis, Sue Pike, Joan Richter, Libby Hellmann, Tom Savage, Edward Wellen, K.J.A. Wishnia, Linda Kerslake, John Wessel, Lise McClendon, Ronnie Klaskin, Ruth Cavin, A.B. Robbins , Gay Toltl Kinman, Micki Marz, Rick Mofina, Jeremiah Healy At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.

Download or read book The Complete Idiot s Travel Guide to Las Vegas written by Rick Garman and published by Alpha Books. This book was released on 1998 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Complete Idiot's Travel Guides the perfect choice for readers who are unfamiliar with a destination, for inexperieced traveler's -- or for travelers who just want extremely, opinionated advice that's easy to scan and enjoyable to read.

Download or read book A Short History of Las Vegas written by Barbara Land and published by University of Nevada Press. This book was released on 2004-03-01 with total page 546 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Today’s Las Vegas welcomes 35 million visitors a year and reigns as the world’s premier gaming mecca. But it is much more than a gambling paradise. In A Short History of Las Vegas, Barbara and Myrick Land reveal a fascinating history beyond the mobsters, casinos, and showgirls. The authors present a complete story, beginning with southern Nevada’s indigenous peoples and the earliest explorers to the first pioneers to settle in the area; from the importance of the railroad and the construction of Hoover Dam to the arrival of the Mob after World War II; from the first isolated resorts to appear in the dusty desert to the upscale, extravagant theme resorts of today. Las Vegas—and its history—is full of surprises. The second edition of this lively history includes details of the latest developments and describes the growing anticipation surrounding the Las Vegas centennial celebration in 2005. New chapters focus on the recent implosions of famous old structures and the construction of glamorous new developments, headline-making mergers and multibillion-dollar deals involving famous Strip properties, and a concluding look at what life is like for the nearly two million residents who call Las Vegas home.

Download or read book Lost in Las Vegas written by Dan Greenburg and published by Random House Books for Young Readers. This book was released on 2006 with total page 83 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: After crashing their spaceship in the Nevada desert, Klatu, Lek, and their sister Ploo go to Las Vegas in search of the one mechanic who can fix it.

Download or read book The Rough Guide to Las Vegas written by Rough Guides and published by Rough Guides UK. This book was released on 2011-04-01 with total page 223 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Rough Guide to Las Vegas is the definitive guide to the entertainment capital of the world. Whether you're looking for inspiring accommodation or great places to eat, from bargain buffets to the latest gourmet restaurants, you'll find the solution. Learn where and how to gamble, whether your game's blackjack, poker or roulette, plus get the full lowdown on how LV's casinos have grown from their murky Mob-owned roots to the flamboyant fantasylands of today. Keep up with Sin City's no-holds-barred nightlife; from the most exciting places to party to its legendary shows, or venture away from the strip to nearby natural wonders like the Grand Canyon and Zion National Park. Accurate maps, casino floor-plans and comprehensive practical information help you get under the skin of Las Vegas, whilst stunning photography and a full-colour introduction make this your ultimate travelling companion. Make the most of your trip with The Rough Guide to Las Vegas.

Download or read book Las Vegas written by Dirk Vanderwilt and published by Channel Lake, Inc.. This book was released on 2007-10-23 with total page 306 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Las Vegas is in many ways the ultimate vacation destination, and it is much more than just casinos! From live shows to restaurants and luxury resorts, Las Vegas is on a perpetual quest to become bigger and better than ever before. With this book as a guide, anyone can explore the very best that this unforgettable city has to offer.

Download or read book The Rough Guide to Las Vegas written by Rough Guides and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2011-04-01 with total page 223 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Rough Guide to Las Vegas is the definitive guide to the most dynamic and fascinating city in the US. Get the full lowdown on all its world-famous casinos, from Caesar's Palace to City Center, and see how they've grown from their murky Mob-owned roots to the flamboyant fantasylands of today. Read witty, well-informed reviews of the vibrant dining scene, from bargain buffets to the latest gourmet restaurants, keep up with Sin City's no-holds-barred nightlife, and learn where and how to gamble, whether your game's blackjack, poker or roulette. Full-color features explore Las Vegas' role as the entertainment capital of the world, covering music and movies as well as the legendary shows, from the feather-and-rhinestone days up to the Cirque de Soleil, and celebrate the city's mind-boggling architecture. Detailed maps and casino floor plans guide your every step, and there's comprehensive coverage of nearby natural wonders like the Grand Canyon and Zion National Park. Cut through the cliché and the hype, and get the plain-spoken truth with The Rough Guide to Las Vegas.