The jury is still out on Treasure Island's decision to pursue a trendy, younger crowd by nicknaming itself TI, but most signs suggest this rebranding of sorts is a fairly solid success. Gone are the distinctive skull-and-crossbones outdoor sign and the indoor pirate theme. Fronting the resort is a huge body of water -- called Siren's Cove instead of Buccaneer Bay -- that is the crux of the new TI. Instead of pirates and sailors duking it out, sexy sirens lure pirates into the cove in a kitschy show with pop music. We think the best assets of TI are Mystère, a Cirque du Soleil show, and the popular nightclub-burlesque bar Tangerine. It's a decent choice if you're looking for a party vibe in the middle of the Strip. But TI has also added a handful of excellent restaurants in recent years, making it much more of a destination among foodies. A short, free tram ride connects to the Mirage next door.
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