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The Royal treatment: Prince Harry’s Las Vegas

Wednesday, December 21st, 2011

Cover at XS is $30 for gentlemen and $20 for ladies, but tables like this command a princely sum. Credit: Barbara Kraft.

By Amy Drew Thompson

Sure, what happens in Vegas stays in Vegas …unless you’re a member of the British Royal Family, in which case the world is sure to find out. Take Prince Harry’s recent break from military training in Arizona. After a relaxing desert cruise on a rented Harley-Davidson, the future king’s brother cut loose in style, giving us a stellar model on how to vacation like royalty in some fabulous Las Vegas hotels.

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Viva old-school Vegas: Where to party like it’s 1958

Tuesday, October 18th, 2011

Shrimp Bar & Deli at Golden Gate Hotel and Casino has served its $1.99 shrimp cocktail for decades.

By Jennifer Olvera

The Strip – with its around-the-clock action and trace of flashing lights – has the glitz and glamour thing down pat. When planning Las Vegas vacations, however, it’s wise to look beyond the main drag and explore what’s tried and true. Remnants of old Las Vegas, are tucked into time-honored spots or have been resurrected as an homage to days gone by. (more…)

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History, art and shows: Beyond the Biloxi casinos

Friday, October 14th, 2011

Beauvoir, President Jefferson's Davis former home was restored after Hurricane Katrina. Credit: ^ W ^.

By Blane Bachelor

It’s no secret that Biloxi’s casinos — and the hope of striking it big — are the main draw for travelers to this coastal Mississippi town. But Biloxi, which has made a nice rebound from the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina in 2005, boasts plenty of worthwhile pursuits that don’t involve plastic chips. (more…)

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Detroit motors ahead as a business travel hub

Tuesday, October 4th, 2011

Detroit is targeting the meetings market. Credit: Shawn Wilson.

By Mark Chesnut

The “Motor City” moniker may refer to automobiles, but the city of Detroit — home to a bustling international airport that is a major Delta hub — is increasingly pushing to be known as a motor that drives meetings, conventions and business travel.

Downtown Detroit has increasingly more to offer business travelers. Cobo Center, a conference and exhibition center, is undergoing a $300 million rebirth that has resulted in 25,000 square feet of additional event space. The Cobo Arena, the former home of the Detroit Pistons, is being relaunched as a 40,000-square-foot ballroom. (more…)

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Vegas before vows: 4 bachelor & bachelorette hotspots

Tuesday, August 9th, 2011

Hang with your best peeps before your wedding at Hard Rock's pool party, the cheekily named "Rehab."

By Vince Font

If there’s any place in the world that’s more appropriate than Vegas to give yourself a rowdy, pre-marriage bachelor or bachelorette blowout, I’ve never heard of it. What better surroundings to bring your wild and reckless ways to a close in preparation for a life of wedded bliss? Las Vegas vacations win hands down every time in that regard. Here’s a brief round-up of some great Sin City spots to help give you a good and proper send-off into the ranks of the spoken-fors. (more…)

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Enter The Big Price Assurance Payout Contest

Monday, August 1st, 2011

Raise the stakes: Like Orbitz on Facebook for a chance to win airfare to Vegas, a stay at Caesar's Palace and Celine Dion tickets.

By Orbitz Staff

A Vegas VIP experience. We likey.

To celebrate our milestone of $10 million in Orbitz Price Assurance refunds, we’re giving away a VIP Experience to our biggest Price Assurance payout destination – Vegas! (more…)

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Where to stay, play and “partay” in Atlantic City

Wednesday, July 20th, 2011

Highrollers' heaven: Play all day on the beach, then play to win at Trump Plaza Casino & Hotel.


By Vince Font

There are few cities in the United States that can lay claim to all of the things that Atlantic City can. Vegas is a killer gambling town, but there’s no beach. You can take gorgeous summer vacations in southern California, but good luck finding any casinos. And the nightlife up in San Francisco may be top notch, but I dare you to dip your foot into the bay on even the hottest day of the year. For all intents and purposes, A.C. is one of the best summer vacation spots in the country — and it’s not just great prices on Atlantic City hotels that keep people coming back in droves. (more…)

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Caribbean comforts: 5 hot all-inclusive vacation spots

Tuesday, July 5th, 2011

Come on in: The lagoon-style pool at Coconut Bay Beach Resort & Spa, St. Lucia.

By Vince Font

All-inclusive vacations were made for people who want to be treated like royalty. I can say this, because I do. I’m also a firm believer that achieving a state of laziness – without venturing into the territory of sloth – should be the primary objective of all summer vacations, be they beach vacations with your significant other or family vacations with the whole clan. Here’s a rundown of five great all-inclusive vacation spots for cool kiddie fun, awesome activities and killer pools. (more…)

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The fastest fans fly free to Las Vegas

Monday, May 2nd, 2011

Be one of the first 10 to book a Las Vegas MGM Resort for the next 10 days with our Facebook promo code to win a free round-trip flight to Sin City. You'll receive an email from Orbitz confirming the free flight.

By Valerie Moloney

10 days, 100 free flights — but only if you’re fast.

For the next 10 days, Orbitz is giving away free round-trip airfare to Las Vegas to the first 10 people who book an MGM Resort using our Facebook promo code. If you qualify for the free airfare, we’ll send an email with details on how to claim your gratis prize.

The faster you book, the better your chances so check back daily for a new code. Good luck, and get clicking!

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3 Las Vegas hotels for singles, sweethearts and seniors

Friday, April 8th, 2011

Clubs and cabanas: Palms Casino Resorts' recipes for meeting other singles.

By Vince Font

Las Vegas is nothing if not wildly diverse. In fact, if you could look up “broad appeal” in the dictionary, the word “Vegas” would likely appear as its sole definition, and rightly so. Where else can you be guaranteed to find what you’re looking for regardless of who you are, where you’re from or when you were born? In truth, Las Vegas vacations can satisfy just about any quotient, whether that’s diversity, affordability or both. Here are three of the best deals in Las Vegas that cater to three uniquely distinct demographics: singles, sweethearts and seniors. (more…)

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