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Aria Resort and Casino
Planning a visit to Las Vegas can 
now be accomplished with unprecedented ease.
The expert Concierge of ARIA Resort & Casino at CityCenter are only a phone call or e-mail away, ready to provide ARIA guests personalized assistance on everything from transportation and tee times to dining, spa and show
reservations. Upon opening December 16, ARIA will introduce a new generation of resort experiences, giving people around the globe a new reason to visit the Las Vegas Strip. With the early availability of ARIA’s Concierge, guests will
experience first-hand the exceptional service that ARIA provides before ever setting foot inside the resort.
Available to all ARIA hotel guests, Concierge are available seven days a week and
may be reached by calling 877-347-2742 or 702-590-9520 or by emailing concierge@arialasvegas.com.
“ARIA will be demonstrably different than any resort that has preceded it,” said Bill
McBeath, the resort’s president and COO. “We wanted to make sure our guests could experience that difference long before the day they check in.”
The Concierge offers ARIA guests access and information on all that defines this
unique destination. Featuring an unprecedented combination of striking architecture, sustainable design, high-end service and spectacular amenities, ARIA will offer
impeccable hospitality and creative personalized attention, providing each guest an unmatched journey.
The contemporary architecture of the ARIA tower designed by Pelli Clarke Pelli
will be complemented by the resort’s lavish accommodations. Within ARIA’s 4,004 guestrooms, including 568 suites, panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows will offer magnificent views of Las Vegas’ striking skyline. Modern décor, lavish
amenities, cutting-edge entertainment and next-generation technology will be the hallmark of these plush retreats.
ARIA will offer unrivaled entertainment. The visionary team at Cirque du Soleil has
partnered with CKX, Inc. and its subsidiary Elvis Presley Enterprises to create a permanent production, Viva ELVIS™, celebrating the timeless musical legacy of
Elvis Presley. Extraordinary artistry, astonishing acrobatics, stunning special effects and The King will rev up vintage Vegas into a show like no other. Guests of ARIA receive priority access to Viva ELVIS.
Many of the country’s best chefs and restaurateurs are represented at ARIA, those who have played integral roles in the development of Las Vegas’ culinary scene along with a pair of remarkable Las Vegas newcomers. Masayoshi Takayama, the
world-renowned chef of the famed Masa in New York City; and Shawn McClain, celebrated executive chef and partner at three of Chicago’s top restaurants; will join Sirio Maccioni, Michael Mina, Julian Serrano, Jean-Georges Vongerichten,
Jean-Philippe Maury and The Light Group. Guests also will enjoy ARIA’s dynamic collection of lounges, bars and nightclubs.
Reservations for ARIA are available at 866-359-7757. Nightly room rates range
from $149 to $799; suites from $425 to $7,500.
RESTAURANTS
Bar Masa and Shaboo
Dinner daily: 5 p.m. – 11 p.m.
Reservations: (877) 230-2742
For the first time, Michelin three-star and Mobil five-star chef Masayoshi Takayama will bring his unrivaled mastery of Japanese cuisine to Las Vegas at
ARIA. The restaurant is divided into two unique spaces that offer different styles of service and cuisine. Bar Masa is a modern Japanese restaurant in which guests
can order Chef’s legendary works of art from an à la carte menu. The second space, Shaboo, will offer an exclusive and intimate dining experience. Shaboo will
feature Masa’s signature omakase style, for which he intricately designs a set menu using only the best seasonal ingredients available that is served to every guest.
Masa composes dishes that celebrate the simplicity of each ingredient, maintaining their pure essences. Diners will enjoy fresh seafood flown in from Japan and a
collection of hard-to-find high-end sake. An experience that is both delectable and entertaining, guests will wait with anticipation as course after course of Masa’s renowned cuisine is presented to them.
Sage
Dinner daily: 5 p.m. – 11 p.m.
Reservations: (877) 230-2742
Chef Shawn McClain, best known for acclaimed Chicago restaurants Spring, Green Zebra and Custom House, will debut the first restaurant outside of his
Midwestern hometown at ARIA. Named Best Chef Midwest by the James Beard Foundation in 2006 and “Chef of the Year” by Esquire magazine in 2001, McClain will incorporate influences from each of his renowned concepts into Sage at ARIA.
Sage will spotlight farm-to-table produce, artisanal meats and sustainable seafood with a strong emphasis on simple, clean flavors presented in a modern artful way.
AMERICAN FISH
Dinner daily: 5:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
Reservations: (877) 230-2742
AMERICAN FISH at ARIA is inspired by the bounty of America’s great lakes, rivers and coasts with a menu featuring refined American cuisine by Chef Michael
Mina. The menu will offer fish and shellfish harvested primarily from U.S. waters, fresh and salt, complemented with classic side dishes. Signature cooking methods
will include salt-baking, charcoal grilling, cast iron-griddling, cedar plank-smoking and poaching in ocean water. The menu also will feature a wide array of well
-sourced meats. Many products will be purchased directly from fishermen, farmers and ranchers allowing diners to enjoy regional dishes they might not otherwise experience. The restaurant will emphasize a blend of modern-day sophistication
and design combined with the rustic charm of a 19th century American lodge with masculine touches such as warm woods and leather accents.
Julian Serrano
Open daily: Lunch 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.; Dinner 5 p.m. – 11 p.m.
Reservations: (877) 230-2742
At his namesake restaurant, Chef Julian Serrano will stretch the normal boundaries
of small plates featuring both traditional and innovative interpretations of Spanish fare. The expansive seafood will highlight fresh shellfish and ceviches, while the
dining room and lounge will serve tapas and other dishes from Chef Serrano’s native Spain. This more casual restaurant will share a new side of Chef Serrano and
feature various menus at different price points, providing diners with an accessible and flexible dining experience.
Jean Georges Steakhouse
Dinner daily: 5 p.m. – 11 p.m.
Reservations: (877) 230-2742
World-renowned Michelin three-star, James Beard Award-winning Chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten will deliver a modern, global approach to a steakhouse at his eponymous restaurant. The menu will feature the highest-quality meat from
around the world from places such as Japan, Argentina and Uruguay; crudo, fish and unexpected side dishes and sauces. The condiments will be innovative, ranging
from homemade steak sauces and mustards to rubs, spices and flavored salts that are served with the meats. Featuring an inventive wine “forest,” the energy of the
central bar and lounge will extend through the restaurant, acting as the heart of the space.
Sirio’s Ristorante
Dinner daily: 5 p.m. – 11 p.m.
Reservations: (877) 230-2742
Michelin one-star, Mobil five-star restaurateur Sirio Maccioni will introduce a classic Italian masterpiece with Sirio’s Ristorante at ARIA. The menu is inspired by
the traditional Italian dishes that shaped his life, such as Veal Milanese, Osso Buco and pasta dishes like grandmother used to make, while the cocktails include the
perfect Negroni as well as other Italian libations. The wine list will feature one of Las Vegas’ largest selections of Italian vintages at a wide array of price points. The
restaurant will channel old-time Italy with its fantastical, Fellini-esque décor.
Union Restaurant & Lounge
Dinner daily: 5 p.m. – 2 a.m.
Reservations: (877) 230-2742
Created by The Light Group, Union Restaurant & Lounge will serve a creative and playful dinner menu featuring contemporary American cuisine. Executive Chef Brian
Massie will offer unique interpretations of American favorites in a cutting-edge environment that enhances the culinary experience. Located in the epicenter of ARIA’s casino floor, Union’s unique interiors, by renowned designer Adam
Tihany, will allow guests to enjoy a meal within a hip and open layout. A series of strategically positioned floor-to-ceiling architectural "trees", bathed in natural tones,
will give the open space a greater sense of seclusion and intimacy.
Jean Philippe Pâtisserie
Open daily: 6 a.m. – 11 p.m.
World-renowned pastry Chef Jean-Philippe Maury introduces Jean Philippe
Pâtisserie at ARIA. With ample seating in the relaxing café adjacent to the high-energy retail area, guests can enjoy their just desserts right away and scope out
which treats – all of which look as good as they taste – to eat next. Breakfast pastries, gourmet sandwiches, freshly made crêpes, salads and paninis also will be featured. Jean-Philippe Maury’s signature chocolates will be on display and
exquisitely packaged to take home as a tasty remembrance of the visit. Guests also can hand-select their favorites to create a custom box of treats that is uniquely
them.
Blossom
Dinner daily: 5:30 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Reservations: (877) 230-2742
When guests enter Blossom, it will be as if they’re walking into an enchanted Chinese garden; an escape into paradise. Guests can enjoy authentic Chinese
cuisine in a lush atmosphere. Blossom will celebrate the richness of Chinese culture with delicate details punctuated by non-traditional vibrant colors. Guests will arrive
into the restaurant via an inclining curved wooden walkway. From the top, they can select from four distinct dining experiences within the garden setting: a sunken trellised garden, a single curved banquette surrounded by a bird cage-like
enclosure, perimeter dining with a view of the entire restaurant or semi-private dining rooms.
Lemongrass
Lunch and dinner daily: 11 a.m. – 2 a.m.
Reservations: (877) 230-2742
Designed by James Beard Award-winner AvroKo, Lemongrass will be the first Thai restaurant on the Las Vegas Strip. Lemongrass will offer a modern interpretation of Thai cuisine and feature a bar and lounge, and two private dining
rooms. Guests can enjoy a wide variety of authentic Thai cooking, such as Papaya Salad, Pad Thai and traditional Thai curries. An interactive satay bar will feature
charcoal-grilled beef, poultry, pork and seafood skewers served with a variety of seasonings. Lemongrass’ executive chef, who has amassed vast culinary credentials
in Thailand, will bring international flavor to the cuisine with a modern Asian twist.
Café Vettro
Open 24 hours daily
Café Vettro will serve three meals daily with a contemporary selection of menu
items. Guests can enjoy its modern and inventive décor, including garden areas and stone cliffs. A 40-foot-ceiling with floor-to-ceiling windows will give the space an open and airy feel, with multiple levels for a terraced effect.
The Buffet
Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner: 7 a.m. – 10 p.m.
A variety of tempting selections, brought together in one unique setting. The Buffet
at ARIA will feature an interior unlike any restaurant of its kind. Located on the pool level, natural light will illuminate the space through large windows that afford
extraordinary views of ARIA’s pool deck. To maximize the vantage point from every table, half of the floor will be elevated to provide unobstructed views to those
sitting furthest from the windows. One of The Buffet’s most striking design elements is its custom ceiling, which will fold and change from one end of the space to the
other. Wrapped in sustainable shear fabric, the undulating feature will create a series of smaller, more intimate dining areas while providing the illusion of sitting
within a cloud, complete with dramatic chandeliers that replicate stars in the galaxy. The Buffet will offer a variety of delicious selections, available at eight food stations.
SKYBOX Sports Bar & Grill
Open daily: 9 a.m. – 11 p.m.
The cutting-edge SKYBOX Sports Bar & Grill will be a fully integrated bar, grill and To Go area located inside the Race and Sports Book area – the first of its
kind. Guests can cheer for their favorite teams on high-definition TVs and screens, place bets at stations in the adjacent Race and Sports Book and settle in for the
biggest moments in sports. From late-night cravings to early morning breakfasts, SKYBOX will cater to it all. The menu will be the “best of the best” of neighborhood bar items.
Roasted Bean
Open daily: 6 a.m. – 11 p.m.
For those on the go, guests can visit the Roasted Bean for their favorite specialty coffees and teas.
Sweet Chill
Open daily: 7 a.m. – 11 p.m.
At Sweet Chill, guests can indulge in good old fashioned ice creams, sorbets, gelatos and paninis. Like a swirl of multi-flavored ice cream, Sweet Chill’s interior
will portray one continuous gesture, with ribbon-like pink, orange and bright-lime curved walls flowing into the ceiling. Colorful butterfly chairs will maintain the palette and complement the curvy and sensuous venue
NIGHTLIFE
Haze Nightclub
Reservations: (702) 590-2111 or (866) 745-7111
Conceptualized and designed to mirror the success of existing Light Group venues,
Haze Nightclub will be a colossal cutting-edge space in which guests will be challenged to question their sense of perception and reality. Designed by award-winning interior design firm, ICRAVE, the nightclub will feature large hanging
props over the entryway that will draw guests to a grand staircase transporting them to the mezzanine level where they will enjoy a bird’s-eye view of the action
below. The main dance floor will peer up at a wall of interactive projection screens spanning 100 feet on a performance structure where impromptu acts by world-renowned artists regularly will take place. Suede walls and plush surfaces will
define the weaving interior, including a unique two-story wall of lights incorporating the latest in technology coupled with a one-of-a-kind sound system designed by John Lyons Systems.
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The Stratosphere Las Vegas Hotel & Casino to Add
World’s Highest “Skyjump” to Their Collection of Thrills 
The Stratosphere Las Vegas Hotel & Casino today announced the addition of their next big thrill – SkyJump Las Vegas. What will undoubtedly
become one of the top tourist attractions in North America, the skyjump is best described as a “controlled freefall.” Lucky adrenaline junkies and average Joes alike, will have the opportunity to
plummet 855 feet at a scream-inducing speed of up to 40 mph – all while enjoying breathtaking views of the world famous Las Vegas Strip…if they can bear to keep their eyes open. SkyJump Las Vegas will offer a way to experience thrills
similar to skydiving and base jumping – with the added benefit of doing it over the Las Vegas Strip – day or night. The attraction is expected to open April of 2010, and will join three thrill rides already atop the
tower: Big Shot, X-Scream and Insanity.
“We’re incredibly excited to bring SkyJump Las Vegas to the Stratosphere,” said Frank Riolo, CEO of American Casino & Entertainment Properties. “This will not
only be North America’s only skyjump, but also the highest skyjump in the world.”
Riders of SkyJump Las Vegas will be given a short safety lesson and then they will
be suited up in Stratosphere’s custom “jump suits.” The rider is then connected to a patented high-speed “descender” machine and led to the edge of a small platform
where they will leap out and descend the 100+ story height of Stratosphere. Guide wires keep riders from straying off course in what is an incredibly safe, yet audacious adventure. Just prior to reaching the rapidly approaching ground, the
machine slows the rider down, bringing them to a controlled and safe landing.
“While the entire experience – from preparation to landing – takes just 30 minutes,
the thrill will last a lifetime,” Riolo continued. “Stratosphere has made a commitment to reinvesting in our property at all levels and this will be an outstanding addition for
everyone – whether you’re making the leap yourself or watching those daring enough to do it.”
The Stratosphere Hotel & Casino is located at 2000 Las Vegas Boulevard South.
For more information, call 702-380-7777 or toll free at 1-800-99-TOWER
(998-6937)
Ring In Chinese New Year 2010 With MGM Mirage
MGM MIRAGE will celebrate the 2010
Chinese New Year, the Year of the Tiger, with exhilarating lion dance performances, a concert at MGM Grand and authentic cuisine at a variety of resort restaurants. The Tiger, the third animal in the Asian
zodiac, is a symbol of competitiveness, natural leadership and self-reliance.
The following schedule outlines each lion dance performance, each held in the resort’s main valet and porte cochere:
MGM Grand – Saturday, February 13 at 3 p.m.
The Mirage – Sunday, February 14 at 3 p.m.
Bellagio – Sunday, February 14 at 7 p.m.
Mandalay Bay – Sunday, February 14 at 10 p.m.
ARIA – Tuesday, February 16 at 6:30 p.m.
Yau Kung Moon Dance Group
Yau Kung Moon will perform traditional Chinese lion dances at MGM Grand, The Mirage, Bellagio, Mandalay Bay, and ARIA Resort & Casino. Yau Kung Moon is
considered one of the best and most respected martial arts, dragon and lion dance organizations in the world with more than 3,000 members. In the 1960s, Yau Kung Moon was introduced to the United States by Grandmaster Ha Kwok
Cheung’s disciples, Grandmaster Chan Jun Chuen, Grandmaster Wong Cheung and Grandmaster Wan Tak Kee. They later passed the system onto their disciples, Master Bill Lee, Master Lok Sang Lee, Master Michael Lau and Master David Louie.
Within the lion dancing culture, Yau Kung Moon is considered one of the pioneers of Northern and Southern lion dancing (Nam Si Buk Mo) and has set an exceptionally high standard evidenced by its many routines, competitions and
performances. Yau Kung Moon has been recognized internationally for being the first U.S. team to compete in the 1990 Invitational World Lion Dance Festival in
Malaysia, as well as finishing as the seven-time undefeated Chinese National Lion Dance Champions.
Sam Hui Performs at MGM Grand
Sam Hui is a Cantopop musical legend throughout his native Hong Kong. The
popular writer, producer and crooner returns to Las Vegas for another sensational, heart-warming concert to celebrate the Year of the Tiger. Hui will electrify the
crowd with his popular hits including “Tian Cai Yu Bai Chi” and “Ban Jin Ba Liang.” Hui will perform Saturday, Feb. 13 at 8 p.m. at the MGM Grand Garden Arena
. Tickets priced at $176.40, $134.40, $92.40 and $50.40, not including handling fees, are now on sale and available at any MGM Grand box office outlet or by visiting www.mgmgrand.com or www.ticketmaster.com. To charge by phone with
a major credit card, call Ticketmaster at (800) 745-3000.
Culinary Specialties
In celebration of the Year of the Tiger, select MGM MIRAGE properties will
feature specialty menus and authentic cuisine from the Far East.
MGM Grand – Pearl, whose hours will vary from Thursday, Feb. 11 – Sunday, Feb. 21, will offer a traditional Chinese menu in addition to Dim Sum during lunch
hours. Lunch will be served only Friday, Feb. 12 – Wednesday, Feb. 17. Grand Wok, whose hours also will vary, will feature a special menu with a variety of select
delicacies from Tuesday, Feb. 9 – Sunday, Feb. 21. For dining reservations, contact (702) 891-1111
The Mirage – Cravings and Fin will each present special dishes. Cravings is open
for breakfast, Monday – Friday, 7 a.m. – 11 a.m.; lunch, Monday – Friday, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.; dinner, nightly, 3 p.m. – 10 p.m.; and Champagne Brunch on Saturday and Sunday, 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. Fin will be open for lunch Saturday, Feb.
13 – Monday, Feb. 15 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. and for dinner from 5 p.m. – 11 p.m. For dining reservations, contact (702) 791-7111
Mandalay Bay – Shanghai Lilly and Noodle Shop will feature authentic Chinese
cuisine. Dinner at Shanghai Lilly is served daily, 5:30 p.m. – 11 p.m. and Noodle Shop is open for lunch and dinner, Sunday – Monday, 11 a.m. – 2 a.m. For dining reservations, contact (702) 632-7200
Bellagio – Jasmine and Noodles will offer guests a dim sum lunch at each restaurant from Saturday, Feb. 13 – Sunday, Feb. 21. Jasmine will serve a dim sum lunch
buffet daily from 11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., and its regular dinner menu from 5:30 p.m. – 10 p.m. Noodles will be open daily for lunch and dinner from 11 a.m. – 3 a.m.
with a limited menu available from 3 a.m. – 6 a.m. The dim sum lunch will be served Friday – Sunday, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. For dining reservations, contact (702) 693-7223
Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens
Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens ushers in the Year of the Tiger with a spectacular, unique display filled with hidden meaning through March 6. This
year’s design is guided by the ancient practice of Feng Shui – the art of using surroundings to attract harmony, balance and positive life energy. The teachings of
Feng Shui are used to position the flow of water into Bellagio’s Conservatory, ensuring positive energy.
The dramatic centerpiece of this exhibit is a majestic tiger whose “fur” coat is
comprised of dried botanicals. The tiger stands among a garden of Taihu rocks, chosen because they are believed to encourage circulation of ch’i, or natural energy, and overlooks a tranquil pond of Koi, a symbol of abundance and fortune.
Found amidst gold leafed I-Ching coins, a traditional Chinese money symbol stands an 18-foot-tall Chinese God of Prosperity. Widely recognized as the strongest
symbol of good fortune and great luck in the New Year, the God of Prosperity is flanked by two Ming Dynasty-styled dings, ancestral vessels that protect against
bad fortunes. Nearby, a trio of charming, six-foot tall giant pandas made of more than 9,000 living plants frolic in a lush garden filled with towering bamboo.
Visitors to the Conservatory, also will find a zigzag bridge leading to a beautiful, wing-tipped Ming Dynasty-styled gazebo painted a deep red lacquer with shimmering gold trim and green-tiled roofs, oversized brilliant-red, silk Chinese
lanterns and a majestic mountain serving as a dramatic backdrop to this spectacular exhibit.
Chinese Historical Photo Exhibition
MGM MIRAGE International and Crystals at CityCenter, in conjunction with The
ChinesePeoples’ Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries, will host “Looking Back after 30Years,” a spectacular 30-year retrospective of the China-United States diplomatic relations.
The exhibit, on display through Monday, Feb. 22, has earned worldwide popularity over the course of the last year following its tour throughout major cities including Macau, Beijing, Shanghai, Hong Kong, New York, Washington, DC and Los
Angeles, among others.
It is designed chronologically in a four-part, 80-panel display which spans the second and third levels of Crystals’ retail and entertainment district. Admission is
complimentary and the exhibit will be open daily from 10 a.m. – midnight.
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