Las Vegas getaway

My favorite places to stay in Vegas...
1. The Four Seasons Las Vegas. This is my families favorite hotel. The attention to detail by the staff is the best. Not being a gaming hotel located inside the Manadaly Bay gives it the best of both worlds. An oasis from the hustle and bustle of Vegas, yet the convenience of the best wave pool, lazy river and other amenities of the Mandalay.
2. The Wynn. For a shopping weekend this is the place to stay. Directly across from the Fashion Show Mall. The rooms are beautiful and tasteful. The casino does not seem overwhelming to me like most on the strip.
3. The Bellagio. Great location and always seems to be a buzz in the Casino. The rooms are spacious and luxurious.
4. The Venetian. Their standard rooms are suites. I love their rooms and have always had a great experience at this hotel.
5. Treasure Island, TI. To get rooms at times between $69 and up, this is the hotel with great value, especially since they redid their rooms to a modern TI fit.

My recommendations for Dinning....
1. Michael Mina in the Bellagio. A little pricey, but the Seasonal Tasting Menu is a real treat. (great for a special occasion)
2. Auerole in the Mandalay Bay. The tasting menu and the three course menu are both eclectic. The ambiance is very cool with the "wine angels" flying around the four story temperature controlled wine tower.
3. RM Seafood at Mandalay Place. I love seafood and have had some great lunches here.
4. Todd English's Olives in the Bellagio. Great food with a Mediterranean flare. The views of Lake Bellagio and the fountains are an added bonus.

Anytime delight....
1. Jean Philippe Patisserie in the Bellagio. The greatest Sorbet's in Vegas. I recommend the Coconut Sorbet. If sorbet is not your thing, try the amazing crepes.

Entertainment.....
1. Any Cirque du Soleil show. Mystere in TI is probably my favorites. KA in MGM has an amazing stage. I have yet to see O, but here from friends it is the best.
2. Danny Ganns. Opening in Feb 2009 at the Wynn, he is amazing. He has been entertainer of the year numerous times at the Mirage and now cant wait to see him at his new venue.
3. Le Reve. Mr. Wynn knows how to bring the best to his hotel.

Off the Strip.....
1. The Red Rock Bowling Lanes. I have attended two separate parties at the VIP bowling lanes and both experiences have been a blast. They have 12 lanes which are completely private. Music, lights, catered food, cool videos and a real VIP feel.