Begin 2010 with a bit of sinful indulgence at “Vanity” at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas. The club will open its doors Thursday, December 31 to ring in the New Year followed by the official grand opening party on January 2, 2010, with the host with the most – Diddy.

Vanity promises to make YOU the most important person in the room beginning with the entrance: a sparkling collage of reflective tile and antique vanity mirrors. Don’t worry if you get caught sneaking a peek at your hair, vanity is welcomed and appreciated and Carly Simon’s “You’re So Vain” won’’t be playing when caught. The nightclub’s interior is almost like being inside a genie’s bottle – it’s an eclectic jewel box accented with lustrous pearls, hand cut crystals, and reflective walls of bronze fused with metallic gold.

Hard to miss, the heartbeat of the club is a spectacular cyclone chandelier lit from within by more than 20,000 LED lights that truly bring the dance floor to life so dancing queens and kings can shine in all their glory.

“We’ve taken everything we learned from Body English, one of the best nightclubs to hit Vegas, and brought it to the next level,” said Cory McCormack, Hard Rock’s managing partner of The Nightlife Group. “Vanity will cater to a person’s every whim.”

Two marble bars, 50 intimate VIP booths, outdoor terrace with cabanas, fire pit, and access to the new outdoor Sky Bar opening April 2010 are some of the features of the 14,000 square-foot venue. The ladies lounge is equipped with nail and makeup technicians for touch ups and all bathrooms are equipped with full-length three-way mirrors.

Vanity Nightclub will be open Thursday through Sunday from 10 p.m. to 4 a.m. Cover charges will be $20 for women and $40 for men; local ladies will enter for free at all times. VIP booths and tables start at $500 and include crystal punch bowls. For VIP booths and tables, Vanity guests can call 702.693.5555 or visit VanityLV.com

Vanity is part of the Hard Rock Hotel’s $750 million expansion which includes the addition of approximately 860 new guest rooms - the recently opened Paradise Tower and HRH Tower opening December 28.

Now that we know where you’ll be partying, check out the value accommodations with Resort Rentals for your next Las Vegas vacation.

Photo Source: Hard Rock Hotel & Casino

Fashionista Gabby Solis would think she found paradise in the desert if she had a chance to shop at Crystals at CityCenter on the Las Vegas Strip. The television character of ABC’s popular Desperate Housewives wasn’t at the center’s opening December 3, but actress Eva Longoria Parker who plays the character hosted a private party later that evening at her new Latin Steakhouse, Beso.

“I am thrilled to be expanding my restaurant franchise, and cannot think of a more perfect location than Crystals at CityCenter,” said Eva Longoria Parker. “Vegas is full of energy, excitement, and in the city of lights, Beso will be right at home.”

Crystals is about the architecture but guests create the energy and excitement. The complex’s exterior is a multi-faceted, glad canopy depicting the intricate beauty of a quartz crystal that welcomes an abundance of natural light into the stunning three-level experiential environment. The interior celebrates nature with “changeable artwork” by way of hanging gardens and a colorful flower carpet.

While the architecture and design are incredibly stunning, shopping is pretty amazing with luxury retailers representing the best in the fashion industry and dinning destinations to satisfy palates. Retailers include one of the largest Louis Vuitton stores in the world, as well as flagships for Tiffany & Co., Prada, Gucci, Roberto Cavalli, and Ermenegildo Zegna.
Unique-to-the-market retailers include: Tom Ford, Assouline, Carolina Herrera, de Grisogono, Kiki De Montparnasse, Kiton, Lanvin, Marni, Mikimoto, Miu Miu, Paul Smith, Porsche Design, Rodney Lough Gallery, and Tourbillon.

Other luxury retailers opening large format stores: Bottega Veneta, Bulgari, Cartier, Christian Dior, Fendi, Van Cleef & Arpels, and Versace. Many of these brands will be opening this month, with the balance opening the 1st half of 2010.

Eva Longoria Parker’s Beso is joined by dining destinations Mastro’s Ocean Club, a new offering by Todd English, Todd English P.U.B., and two new concepts by Wolfgang Puck, The Pods by Wolfgang Puck and Brasserie PUCK.

We’re told this is not the end of retail, restaurant and entertainment offerings for Crystals. More will be announced throughout 2010.

Photo: PRNewsFoto/CityCenter, Scott Frances

Cher is one of those must-see performers because of her outrageous costumes and a commanding stage presence. She’s a the true essence of a performer. The folks at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas recognize this so Cher has added shows for Spring 2010 performances which are on sale now (they went on sale Saturday, Nov. 14). There are 24 performances scheduled between April 10 – 25 and May 8 – 30 and ideal for those planning a spring vacation to Las Vegas.

Wearing Bob Mackie costumes with a whole lot of glitzy-glam, Cher returns to The Colosseum stage on November 19 with a new opening sequence as compared to her previous Las Vegas shows. This new addition promises old-time Hollywood glamour and style and pay tribute to the 1940s and 1950s.

“We are so excited to return to The Colosseum at Caesars Palace and have made wonderful, new changes to the show, including a number choreographed by my dear friend Tyce Diorio from So You Think You Can Dance,” said Doriana Sanchez, director and choreographer of Cher at The Colosseum. “It pays homage to the great movie musicals, complete with incredible costumes by Bob Mackie. We are thrilled to be able to present some really fun and new things for the audiences to see.”

Cher’s 90-minute show returns to The Colosseum at Caesars Palace November 19 - December 20, 2009. Show time is 7:30 p.m. four nights a week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday (dark Monday, Thursday and Friday). Tickets start at $95 and can be purchased by calling 1-866-510-CHER (2437) or online at Ticketmaster.com keyword “Cher.” Tickets may also be purchased in person at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace Box Office open daily from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. For groups of 20 or more, call 702-731-7208.

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