84: I’ve Got Your Good News and Bad News

Over the last week, we’ve seen a noticeable increase in national news about Las Vegas. . .some bad (not a surprise), some good (thankfully). For today’s Living in Las Vegas Podcast, we talk about a few of these stories and the impact they have on those of us living here in Las Vegas. Show notes:

• Weather (70ish) / LiLV Pool (53 + crickets and other critters)
• LiLV Stuff
  • Listener Line: 206.312.0105
  • Sign up of Email Alerts (form found on right side of our website)
• Friends adds Duane and Regina from Oklahoma
• Listener Email: Live Jazz revisited (and a list of jazz venues)
• Bad News
  • Nevada Population (which is effected mostly by Clark County)
  • Harmon Hotel at CityCenter
• Good News
  • Signs of recovery?
  • Great Price for Cirque du Soleil tickets (local’s only)

Take two, Baby. This time, with feeling (and some sound).

Melissa just sent this to me. 

Today, the groovy folks at Cirque opened up a special offer for Nevada residents on 85.71% of their Las Vegas-based shows.  (That’s 6 out of 7.  Can you guess which one isn’t included?)  The offer extends all the way until February 28, 2011!

Here’s the shows and promo codes:

• "Mystère" at Treasure Island Hotel
  $37.95-$54.45 (reg. $75.90-$108.90)
  Code: Local
  Runs Saturday-Wednesday
  Two ticket minimum
• "Criss Angel Believe" at the Luxor Las Vegas
  $54.45 (reg. up to $109)
  Code: Luxor
  Runs Tuesday-Saturday
  Must be booked in pairs
• "KÀ" at the MGM Grand
  $54.45 (regularly $99)
  Code: MGM
  Runs Tuesday-Saturday
• "Zumanity" at the New York New York Hotel & Casino
  $54.45 (reg. $105)
  Code: Zumanity
  Runs Friday-Tuesday 
• "The Beatles Love" at The Mirage
  $68.75 (reg. $130)
  Code: Mirage
  Runs Thursday-Monday
• "Viva Elvis" at ARIA Resort & Casino
  $68.75 (reg. $125)
  Code: Aria
  Runs Tuesday-Saturday

80: Enjoying Life as a Las Vegas Local

If you live in Las Vegas, you really owe it to yourself to get out and enjoy that which is Sin City. The weather. The food. The entertainment. And since our last episode, we’ve been busy doing just that!

Join us for this edition of the Living in Las Vegas Podcast where we regale you in stories of Las Vegas local fun and joy! Show notes:

• Weather (triple digits are awesome) / LiLV Pool (86 is the new 84?)
• LiLV Stuff
  • Listener Line: 206.312.0105
  • Sign up of Email Alerts (form found on right side of our website)
• NippleGate (thank you Wendy O)
• Commercial Property (PodWorx is expanding!)
• Recent Blog Posts
  • Friday Figures
  • Locals Deals (Social House, Bejing Noodle #9, Brand Steakhouse, Mandarin Oriental)
  • Red Rock Restaurants
  • New Firefly in Summerlin
  • Comedy/Magic talent search
• il Vino at Aliante Station
• Listener Audio [from a looooong-time listener]
• Listener Email: Viva Elvis, Job Hunt, Theatre Launch
• Hot and Horrible: Union at Aria Vodka-pairing dinner
• Enjoying Life as a Las Vegas Local by. . .
  • Staying at Wynn for Melissa’s Birthday
  • Checking out the NBA Summer League (and the most amazing discovery ever)
  • Singing along with Sgt Pepper Live featuring Cheap Trick

79: Cirque du Soleil Plus ELVIS - A Little Less Conversation?

Melissa and I are big fans of Las Vegas, Cirque du Soleil and Elvis Presley.  So, combining the three into one big show has got to be fantastic!  Right? 

Today’s Living in Las Vegas Podcast gives you a personal account of our Viva ELVIS experience. Show notes:

• Weather (Nice and toasty. . .) / LiLV Pool (. . .as long as you’ve got a pool)
• LiLV Stuff
  • Listener Line: 206.312.0105
  • Sign up of Email Alerts (form found on right side of our website)
• Total Wined
• Scott’s Dieting Journey
• New Contributor to Join the Site: Bridget Magnus
• Overheard on The Strip (visit. . .and SHARE!)
• Recent Blog Post Review
  • Wolfgang Puck Local’s Discount
  • Las Vegas Strip Street Performers
  • Fontainebleau
  • Lake Las Vegas
• Listener Email: Job’s in Las Vegas
• Viva ELVIS

77: LiLV Podcast — Bowling, Beautiful People, Brrrr, Bird Poop and Blues

While not for the faint of heart, sometimes, you just got to pick a letter of the alphabet and form an entire show around it. Lesser folks would shy away from such a bold move. . .but not your fearless hosts. In this edition of the Living in Las Vegas Podcast, we focus on the letter "B" — which is what "Melissa" means in Spanish (bee, that is)**. Show notes:

• PHOTOS! (Utah girl’s snow trip)
• Weather (Ahhh, that’s nice) / LiLV Pool (clear and slowly improving)
• LiLV Stuff
  • Listener Line: 206.312.0105
  • Sign up of Email Alerts (form found on right side of our website)
• LiLV
  Spring 2010 Meet Up Latest News
• New Friends of the LiLV Podcast (Mike, Jennifer, Greg)
• Bowling at Red Rock (Bowling #b1)
• XS Nightclub at Encore (Beautiful People #b2)
• Utah Ski Trip (Brrrrrrr #b3)
• Le Reve / Stratta (Bird Poop #b4)
• Listener Email: Elvis asks a question, Mark offers a drink
• Hot and Horrible: BB King’s Blues Club (Blues, #b5)

** Okay, we really didn’t start off trying to create a show about things starting with “B”. I was just looking for a theme. Don’t judge me.

The folks at Cirque du Soleil have a locals-only deal that’s pretty impressive.  Locals get a second ticket to Mystere, O, LOVE, KA, BeLIEve, or Zumanity for $25.  Considering tickets to some of these shows is well into the $100s, this is a great deal.

The offer expires on February 28, 2010.  Additionally, those to take advantage of this deal will also receive:

• $25 gift certificate toward purchase of their next Cirque show
• 20% off goodies at Las Vegas Cirque du Soleil boutiques

As a reminder, this is a LOCAL’S ONLY deal.  You must show proof of Nevada residency at the box office.  There are some other limitations (for example, “O” is only available for their 10:30 show and are very limited).

For the full scoop, go here: http://www.cirquedusoleil.com/lasvegas/en/special/landing25.asp