Luxury Travel Expo

Hello everyone!

The Luxury Travel Expo in Las Vegas this past December was one of the best so far. I had a chance to network with suppliers and learn about new or improved products, incredible destinations, and unique acccommodations that I can, in turn, offer to you.

I stayed at Mandalay Bay this year and I'm looking forward to seeing the changes to the rooms next year. The Mandalay Bay is currently undergoing renovations one floor at a time.

While in Vegas you can't have all business and no play I took the time to enjoy the casinos at MGM, TI, Paris, Mandalay Bay, and The Venetian...if you're interested I can recommend the best nickel slots, but that is the limit to my gambling experience. I did play roulette for a friend...it has to be the fastest $20 I've ever spent! Since many of our first choice shows were dark during our time in Vegas we went to a tried and true delight...Mystere by Cirque du Soleil...as enjoyable as ever. We did take the time for a very chilly gondola ride at The Venetian...make sure you select the indoor ride along the Grand Canal...is is only $2.50 more per person and allows you to glide past cafes and shops.

For restaurants I wanted to mention a little Thai restaurant just off the strip (you'll definitely want to cab it to this location). The Lotus of Siam is located in the Commerce Center strip mall. Excellent curry and an an overwhelming menu to select from. Also good was Il Fornaio the at New York, New York with their "sidewalk" seating and enjoyable Northern Italian cuisine. Our big splurge for the week was at Mon Ami Gabi located at Harrah's Paris. Excellent food in a French bistro setting with truly impressive service.