Meet the Minds Behind the Magic - Industry Sponsors Gather for XLIVE 2016

XLIVE - Las Vegas, NV - A handful of weeks stand between eager scholars of the “live event” + festival industry and XLIVE 2016 - the unrivaled conference & expo covering all things music, tech, food, wine, beer, film, and eSports taking place in Las Vegas this December 5th - 7th. XLIVE 2016 boasts an impeccably-curated speaker lineup and is forecasting a Who’s Who of the festival community to be in attendance. Participants can expect interactive workshops, infinite topics + panels in which to gain invaluable knowledge, incredible exposure to industry goods & services, and networking opportunities galore.

Indulge in the World of eSports at XLIVE 2016 in Las Vegas

Hey there!  eSports is a thing, people!  More and more is being shown on national television and more and more gamers are honing their skills to be the best!  What better way than to step into that world and see what's it's all about than by heading over to XLIVE 2016 in Las Vegas this December!  Need additional details?  Check out the official press release below!

Online Roulette at William Hill Vegas

Roulette wheel!!  Oh yeah!

Hey there.  Not too long ago, the wife and I attended a wedding in Las Vegas.  Aside from attending the lucky couple's nuptials, the wife and I engulfed ourselves in everything that is Vegas.  The food, the atmosphere, the parties, but particularly, the gambling.  Penny slots are fun and all but the real action is at the gambling tables.  After spending some time at the Texas Hold 'Em table, I decided that I wanted to try my luck at something new.  Craps looks way too complicated for me and, to be quite honest, looks intimidating.  I need something a little more simple, something a little more unpredictable... a little something like the Roulette Table!

Get to Las Vegas in Style with Southwest Airlines Vacations

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Hey there.  I recently mentioned that a Las Vegas trip was in the works.  It's one of those deals where the wife and I just need to get away from the kids and have ourselves some alone time.  That trip is still in the works but man and I glad I haven't booked it just yet.  While browsing around, looking for deals, I came cross even BETTER Las Vegas Vacations from Southwest Airlines Vacations!

Southwest Airlines Vacations Deals, Here We Come

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Hey there.  It's time for us to get away.  Time for us to get away from work, time for us to get away from the errands, and time for us to get away from the kids.  lol  Don't get me wrong, being a parent is awesome and all, but the wife and I rarely have time to ourselves.  We usually get that time during our marriage anniversary and we usually go to Las Vegas to have a few drinks, visit a few dance floors, catch a few shows, and just get away from it all.  It's also a great way to rekindle our romance.  It's a week's vacation that we look forward to every year.  We usually drive to Las Vegas, but I think this year, it's going to be different.  I think we're going to fly there and I'm looking to score on an awesome deal from Southwest Vacations!  But not just any deal, it's a Southwest Las Vegas Vacations deals!

Catch the Jewels of the Titanic Exhibit at the Luxor Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas Between March 22, 2013 and May 31st, 2013

Hey there.  You know... The Titanic is one popular story and depending on your point of view, it can be a story of overconfidence leading to disaster or a story of negligence leading to loss of many lives.  Regardless of how you see it, millions of people are simply fascinated by the Titanic.  My wife and I are a part of that group.  We have a family vacation scheduled to Las Vegas later this year and I recently found out that there is a Titanic Exhibit at the Luxor Hotel!  And better yet, if you get there before May 31st, you can get to see the "Jewels of the Titanic!"  In celebration of the 100th anniversary of the Titanic, a selection of 15 prestigious artifacts found near the wreckage of the Titanic will be displayed the the public in 3 US cities and they are scheduled to be displayed from March 22 to May 31st at the Luxor Hotel in Las Vegas.  The wife is going to be thrilled!

Central New Jersey as a Vacation Destination

Hey there.  Earlier this month, the wife and I enjoyed a vacation during our anniversary.  When we do get some free time to ourselves, we end up going somewhere local.  Somewhere close to Southern California where we can easily drive to and from.  Where did go this time around?  We went to Las Vegas.  Don't get me wrong, it was fun and we had a great time, but you know what... we've done Vegas before.  We've done San Diego.  We've done Laughlin.  We need to head out to the East Coast.  We need so check out what the  Eastern shore has to offer.  While there are some more glamorous spots out East like New York, I've heard that Central New Jersey may be the place to see.

Booking That Las Vegas Hotel & Casino Getaway for Under $100

Las Vegas!!!  Here I come!!!

Hey there.  It's set.  Vacation time has been approved and it's time to book that Las Vegas getaway for a few days.  The wife and I sorely need it and just when we were talking about getting away for a few days, I get an Email from Groupon with an awesome deal for a 2 night stay at the Las Vegas Hotel & Casino for under $80.  The cool thing about Vegas is that it really doesn't matter where you stay since you want to visit all the casinos and attractions so you're really only looking for a place to sleep, but this deal included all you can drink alcoholic drinks from 4-8 pm, 2 free breakfasts, and 2 free entries to the day spa (and gym).  FREE DRINKS!!!!  That alone makes this deal worth it.  That's a pretty damn awesome deal, if you ask me.

If you're looking to score this deal, get to it.  Quantities are limited so you need to act fast before the deal is over.  The last possible day to score the deal is June 8th but they could be long gone by then.  So let's hear it, what are some of your favorite summer vacation spots?  Later!

Pokies, Slots, and Fruit Machines

I LOVE the UFO bonus on Little Green Men!

Hey there.  You know, I love having a few days off from work.  I had one last week and I enjoyed another one today.  I get to spend some time with the wife and kids and we tend to just relax and have fun.  Today, the wife and I discussed my up and coming birthday.  The big 30!  We were thinking of maybe hitting Las Vegas for my birthday.  That would be awesome.  The wife is a fan of the slots while I'm more into poker.  But that didn't stop us from looking into it.  The funny thing is... when I start looking "into it" I venture off and find quirky facts instead of doing what I'm supposed to do.  lol I guess it's the whole, "oh... shiny" syndrome most men suffer from.  lmao!!!  Here is what I found on slot machines from different countries!

What Has the Geico Gecko Been up to in Las Vegas?

Hey there.  I love those Geico commercials.  The Gecko has always been good for a good chuckle so when I was given the opportunity to participate in a Geico perk, I had to jump on it.  Yesterday, I received this awesome package in the mail.  One awesome Geico Gecko bobble head doll, an awesome 2 gig gecko flash drive, and some great clues as to what went down on the Gecko's trip to Las Vegas.  The latest Geico Gecko commercial on TV shows the Gecko having a blast in Las Vegas.  Too much fun that he doesn't know what happened to the night before and he's lost the camera/pictures.  Lucky for us, I have a few of those pictures!!!  Let's take a look at some of the pics and see if we can piece his night together.

ampm's Too Much Good Stuff Giveaway

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Hey there.  I am a winner!  Whoo hoo!  ampm has an awesome promotional giveaway going on right now and I just had to jump on it.  I've always been a fan of ampm.  The wife and I have even had a few ampm dinners where we just go and grab some of their good stuff and just have ourselves a good time.  We don't do it anymore, but every now and then, we'll get that urge and grab a few burgers, hot dogs, and ponder which of the 24 fountain drink flavors from the Thirst Oasis we want.  Good times, my friends.  Good times.