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DESTINATIONS L AS VEGAS Diablo’s Cantina is modeled in the style of a Mexican cantina LAS VEGAS NIGHTLIFE Bypass the obvious choices and discover these Las Vegas haunts Coyote Ugly Bar & Dance Saloon (www. coyoteuglysaloon.com/vegas) is as crazy as it gets—in a good way. In fact, the place’s slogan is “Misbehavior Encouraged.” Part of the New York-New York Hotel & Casino (www. nynyhotelcasino.com), this joint gleefully casts good manners aside. The all-female bartending staff is known to spray the crowd with water and will perform incredible feats from fire-blowing to body shots. They’ll also perform tightly choreographed dance numbers every night. Women in the crowd are encouraged to get up and dance on the bar as well. Designed to resemble a Deep South dive bar and dance hall, the 2,500-square-foot room has a well-worn look and decor straight out of what could have been an Alabama flea market. Coyote Ugly is open from 6 p.m. until 4 a.m. Cover BY GLENN HAUSSMAN ALTHOUGH THE LAS VEGAS MEGACLUBS GET ALL THE HEADLINES, the glittery hotspots are not all that Las Vegas has to offer in terms of nightlife. And since Sin City has something for everyone, there are plenty of other great experiences to enjoy. In some establishments, letting your hair down and kicking back is not just a suggestion—it’s a requirement. At Coyote Ugly, Dick’s Last Resort and Lucky Strike Lanes, you can leave the pretension at the door and hold your beer glasses high in celebration. They can be loud, raucous and the spots to get into all sorts of trouble. After all, what else is Vegas for? charges may apply, so call 702-740-6330 for more information. Dick’s Last Resort Don’t expect any respect at Dick’s Last Resort (www.dickslv.com). The saloon’s surly staff keeps guests laughing while they serve up drinks and one-liners with equal skill. Guests should arrive with tongue planted firmly in cheek to really enjoy their visit. The staff, which is known to play pranks on the guests, encourages unruliness. Created in a self-described wacky-tacky decor, Dick’s Last Resort is extremely casual. You won’t find any tablecloths here, but they do serve colossal portions of food. And it’s impossible to go thirsty here, with 18 draft beers, nine signature blended daiquiris and a host of specialty drinks CONTINUED ON PAGE 42 Coyote Ugly Based on the film of the same name, which was in turn based on a rowdy New York City bar, 40 | TravelAgent May 12, 2008 http://www.coyoteuglysaloon.com/vegas http://www.coyoteuglysaloon.com/vegas http://www.nynyhotelcasino.com http://www.dickslv.com http://www.nynyhotelcasino.com

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Travel Agent - May 12, 2008 Online Now Contents Contributors From the Editor From the Publisher Europe: Bruges Might be One of Belgium’s Best-Kept Secrets Hawaii: Condo Resorts Provide a Plethora of Vacation Choices Pacific/Asia: Manila has Plenty to Offer Visitors of Every Taste Alaska: Icy Strait Point Offers Authentic Alaskan Adventure Pacific Northwest: Airplane Buffs and Wine Aficionados Enjoy Washington Las Vegas: Let Your Hair Down at Some of these Casual Bars Central & South America: History and Culture Beckon in Guatemala Caribbean & The Bahamas: Recent Renovations Have Made the Westin Aruba Resort a Jewel of the Island Cruises: A New Musical is Making Waves on Disney Wonder San Diego Becomes a Major Cruise Port Cover Story: Top Tips for Selling in a Down Economy Rail Travel: Sightseeing and a Gourmet Meal on the Royal Livingstone Express Hotels: There is Plenty to Do at Ski Resorts in the Summer Tours: Photos from the 33rd Annual Mountain Travel Symposium Agent: Eric Ardolino has Won the Technology War Customer Relations: Ensemble Agents use CRM tools Agenda: Fam Trips, Deals & Incentives, Calendar Luxury Travel Expo Jamaica Will License Casinos Enormous Cruise Ships are Planned ResortQuest Hawaii Continues to Grow 2008 TMU Conference Recap In the Spotlight Agent Access Classified Marketplace Editorial Index Advertising Index Trendwatch

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