Caribbean

Posted in Travel Deals by on the November 7th, 2007

Carnival offers seven-night western Caribbean itineraries from Galveston on the Carnival Conquest. Fares start at $489 per person ($70 per night).

The deal

The Carnival Conquest calls at Jamaica; Grand Cayman; and Cozumel, Mexico, on its seven-night sailings.

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Vegas

Posted in Hotels by on the November 7th, 2007

Tuesday, October 30:

Danzig, Horrorpops and Gorgeous Frankenstein at House of Blues – Tickets: $27 and $30Elton John at Caesar’s Palace – Tickets: $100, $125, $175 and $250Fright Dome at Circus Circus – Tickets: $32.95 and $44.95Beauty Bar (517 Fremont St) – “Not So Beautiful Stand Up Comedy Show” with Halloween costume contest. Cover: FreeBlush (at the Wynn) – “Blush Tuesday” sponsored by Absolute 100, with $5,000 awarded to the sexiest vixen in a costume contest. Cover: $30; bottle service additionalBunkhouse Saloon (124 S. 11th St., Downtown) – Live music from LIPZ and the Bunkhouse Blues Band Weekly Open Jam Session. Cover: FreeDragonfly (3900 Paradise Rd) – “Soundclash Tuesdays” with DJs Cristo and Pappageorge spinning punk, ska and reggae with nightly happy hour from 11pm – 4am. Cover: FreeEmpire Ballroom (3765 S. Las Vegas Blvd) – “Perfect Vibes” on the patio (starts at 1pm). Cover: $15 (ladies); $30 (men)Eyecandy Sound Lounge & Bar (at Mandalay Bay) – Afrika Bambaataa in a special DJ set. Cover: FreeiBar Ultralounge (at the Rio) – “Nip/Tuck” viewing party with SpyOnVegas open bar from 6-9pm with Effen Black Cherry cocktails. Cover: FreeMoon (at The Palms) – Sabotage costume party hosted by Mix Master Mike of the Beastie Boys. Cover: Free if wearing a Beastie Boys-themed costume, otherwise $20; bottle service additionalMoorea Beach Club (at Mandalay Bay) – “Tuesdays @ Moorea” feat. music by DJ Scotty Boy & DJ Shift. Cover: $20Paradise Cantina (4480 Paradise Rd) – Ladies Night 2-for-1 from 10pm-4am. Cover: FreePure (at Caesars Palace) – Criss Angel hosts Haunted Halloween with sexiest or scariest costume winning $20,000 in total prize money. Cover: $20; bottle service additionalRevolution Lounge (at the Mirage) – “Punk Rock Halloween with The Objex live, along with DJ Rex Dart Pirate Detective. Cover: $10; bottle service additionalStudio 54 (at MGM Grand) – “Influence” with DJ Leo Teo, and special guests Paul Wall and Collie Buddz. Cover: $30; bottle service additionalTao (at The Venetian) – “Temple Tuesdays” with tunes by DJ Galeano. Cover: Free; bottle service additionalZia Record Exchange (4224 S. Eastern Ave) – Instore appearance by Doyle (of the Misfits) and his band Gorgeous Frankenstein at 2pm. Cover: Free

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Conservation

Posted in Destinations by on the November 7th, 2007

Conservation fees and the “Wild Card” grrrr.

With South Africa’s rising popularity as a tourism destination, the government is quickly wising up to international fee structures for national parks. A conservation fee has replaced traditional admission fees as a way to relieve weary travellers of their burdensome cash. (more…)

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Los

Posted in Car rentals by on the November 7th, 2007

About Los Angeles

Considered as the largest city in the states of California, Los Angeles’ had attained its global status of fame and feature. Being one of the World’s centers of technology, performing arts, trade, and home to numerous interesting and amusing places, many tourists from neighboring states and all over the world flock in Los Angeles for business and pleasure.

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Starwood

Posted in Destinations by on the November 7th, 2007

Starwood Hotels and Resorts, which includes the W, Sheraton, St. Regis, Westin, and Luxury Collection brands, often posts discounted deals on its website. More are added all the time, but here are a few of the best ones.

The dealsFour Points by Sheraton is offering a “Kids Eat Free” deal through December 31. Arrive Friday, Saturday, or Sunday and you can get a free kids’ meal with the purchase of an adult meal.W Hotels will give you a free third night when you book a two-night stay arriving Thursday through Saturday. You must pay with your American Express card, and this offer is available through December 30.Sheraton Hotels lists its destination-specific deals on its website. Many are time specific, so be sure to read the restrictions carefully. If you have a particular Luxury Collection or Le Meridien hotel in mind, be sure to check the oft-updated Luxury Collection specials and packages or Le Meridien specials and packages pages. Current featured specials include the Taste of Luxury package at San Francisco’s Palace Hotel, as well as free parking in San Diego, both of which are good through December 31.If you stay three nights at a participating St. Regis Hotel or Resort, you’ll receive a fourth night free, in addition to full breakfast each day. This offer is valid through December 31.

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More Venice

Posted in Restaurants,Summer Travel by Otto Ferens on the November 7th, 2007

More Venice

A week in Venice goes by very quickly! Even without the museums and other attractions, simply walking around the city offers enough diversion that the days fly in a series of beautiful images. (more…)

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