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9 Most-Anticipated Hotel Openings in 2013

From Arkansas to Nicaragua, we've got our ear to the ground when it comes to the hottest new hotels. So with a new year ahead, we're sharing which soon-to-open properties we are most excited for.

Posted by Kristine Hansen on January 22, 2013 at 3:13:17 PM EST in Hotels Tagged: Hotels, England, Russia, Indonesia, California, Florida, Hawaii, Arkansas
Beyond the Strip: Las Vegas by Day

We want to tell you about fun things to do in Vegas that don't include booze, gambling, or other debauchery. Stick with us. They are daytime activities like a neon sign boneyard and ziplining.

Posted by Jimmy Im on December 20, 2012 at 5:24:34 PM EST in Trip Ideas Tagged: Museums, Outdoors
Just Back From: Food & Wine All Stars Weekend in Vegas

What did I learn in Vegas? Kobe beef (the real kind) is back, chef Masa is amazing, Ghost Horse cabernet is eye-poppingly expensive and delicious, and I've still got lots to eat, see, and do when I go back.

Posted by Doug Stallings on November 06, 2012 at 4:46:36 PM EST in Restaurants, Trip Ideas Tagged: Restaurants, Food, Food and Wine, Festivals, Events
Neon Museum to (Re)Open: A Tribute to Vegas's Past

Few people go to Vegas for the rich history of Sin City. But when its put on display like this, you can count us in. The Neon Museum is set to officially open, showcasing the neon history of the Strip.

Posted by Susan Stapleton on September 25, 2012 at 6:01:01 PM EDT in Arts & Culture, Trip Ideas Tagged:
Cheat Sheet to Vegas's New Residencies

You'll never starve for great entertainment on the Vegas Strip. From Elton John to Rod Stewart to Guns N' Roses, here's our cheat sheet to the residencies on now (and coming soon).

Posted by Susan Stapleton on September 20, 2012 at 2:00:03 PM EDT in Events Tagged: Concerts, Resorts
Coming Soon: Vegas Food & Wine All-Star Weekend

Let's break this down: you, Gail Simmons, and celeb-chefs like Michael Mina and Julian Serrano are all meeting up in Vegas for a guilt-free weekend of all out indulgence. Count us in.

Posted by Fodor's Guest Blogger on September 19, 2012 at 10:37:02 AM EDT in Events, Restaurants Tagged: Food, Food and Wine, Festivals
Just Back From: Two and a Half Days in Vegas

How do you follow two and a half days in Los Angeles? With two and a half days in Vegas, of course. Our European correspondent Pepita Diamand did just that and found, well, a lot to write home about.

Posted by Pepita Diamand on September 12, 2012 at 12:02:54 PM EDT in Trip Ideas, Hotels Tagged: Hotels
10 Trips for Facing Your Fears

Whether its heights, speed, wild animals, or something else, we've all got a fear that needs conquering. So why not do it on vacation? These are our top trips for feeling (nearly) invincible.

Posted by Donna Heiderstadt on September 11, 2012 at 5:02:34 PM EDT in Trip Ideas Tagged: Adventure Travel, Outdoors, Bora Bora, Utah, Sydney, Cape Town, Patagonia, Abu Dhabi, Toronto
The High Roller Takes Vegas to New Heights

There's a new High Roller in town—a 550 ft. observation wheel expected to debut in 2013. Situated near the Flamingo Las Vegas, the wheel will be the centerpiece of the new Linq complex.

Posted by Susan Stapleton on August 23, 2012 at 2:36:24 PM EDT in Trip Ideas, News Tagged: Hotels
5 Hot Restaurant Openings in Vegas

It's hard to keep up with the buzzy restaurant openings (and quiet closings) along the Vegas Strip. But we're here to keep you from dining in some so-last-year eatery with these new and notable spots.

Posted by Fodor's Guest Blogger on August 20, 2012 at 12:17:20 PM EDT in Restaurants Tagged: Restaurants