Look at Laughlin

BY VICKI TORRES   

July 27, 2010

American Idol Champ Taylor Hicks to Perform at Aquarius Casino Resort

Season five American Idol winner and platinum-selling artist Taylor Hicks will appear at the Aquarius Pavilion on Saturday, August 21 at 8 p.m. Tickets are going for $24.95 and $34.95 plus tax, but the better deal is to book the special $179.99 concert/room package being offered by the resort that includes a two-night stay on August 20-21, two tickets to the show, 25% off the price of the buffet and 10% off the purchase at Starbucks with an ace I Play card.  Hicks has been a busy boy touring with Willie Nelson, Widespread Panic, The Allman Brothers and Jackson Browne and currently plays “Teen Angel” in a touring Broadway production of “Grease.” For the show/package call (800) 662-5825.

Harrah’s Laughlin Kicks off “See the World, Save the World Promotion”

An exciting new promotion called “See the World, Save the World” has kicked off for Total Rewards members at Harrah’s Laughlin and will continue through September 6, 2010. This giveaway gives players a shot at winning one of four, or all four, luxury “green” vacations that include trips to California, Mexico, Alaska and Australia. During the promotional period, new club signups will receive a recycled T-shirt and one entry into the Cash Craze drawings. Club members may take part in the Cash Craze drawings by swiping their Total Rewards card before 4 p.m. each day at the kiosk in the non-smoking casino. Extra entries will be won for every 25 Base Reward credits earned. The more you play, the better your odds. Drawings are held each day between 4 p.m. and 5 p.m. where five lucky players will have their names drawn every fifteen minutes. Winners will be awarded $100 in Reel Rewards by selecting an envelope with one envelope containing an invite to the grand prize drawing taking place at Harrah’s Lake Tahoe  October 8-11, 2010 for a chance to win a luxury green vacation. The grand prize offers a trip to all four destinations. Second place will receive a trip for two to the Tropics and Great Barrier Reef in Queensland, Australia; third place will find you and a guest jetting off to Alaska for a Wildlife Tour; fourth place is a trip for two to the Organic Winery and vacation in Napa Valley, California. The sixth through fifteenth winners will receive a Green Gift Basket worth $500. Complete details are listed at the Total Rewards Center. For additional information, call (702) 298-4600.

Tribute Shows Continue at the Riverside Resort

Top summer entertainment continues at the Riverside Resort with a lineup of great tribute shows.  Taking center stage July 28-August 2 is Desperado “A Tribute to the Eagles”. The group is made up of five talented musicians and vocalists and the band brings a totally live show, free of back tracks, overdubs and other tricks to enhance the vocal sound. In other words, what you hear is what you get. Show time is 8 p.m. with tickets going for $25, $22 for hotel guests and $5 off for locals. Good Vibrations, a salute to the Beach Boys is in the house August 3-8 with tickets available at $27.50 and hotel guests $23. Locals will save $5. Beginning August 10 and playing through August 15 is Hot August Nights: Celebrating the music of Neil Diamond. VIP tickets are priced at $32.50 with registered hotel guests paying $27. A $10 discount off the price of tickets is in effect for local residents. For reservations, call (800) 227-3849, ext. 616 or stop by the Entertainment Ticket Office adjacent to the theater.

Aquarius Casino Resort Still Accepting Reservations for Upcoming “River Regatta”

One of Laughlin’s most popular events, the Fourth Annual Bullhead City River Regatta will be held Saturday, August 14. Over 5,000 water enthusiasts will be decorating their inner tubes or getting a group together to customize a non-motorized floating masterpiece to take a leisurely cruise down the Colorado River. Another regatta activity is the kayak and canoe race from Davis Camp early in the morning. The floats will set sail from both sides of the river about 9 a.m. Prior to the regatta festivities, there will be the Ye Gotta Regatta pre-party at the Community Park with free entertainment, vendors and food concessions. Also planned is the Best Bartender on the River Contest where competitors will mix up their most creative tropical drinks with proceeds going to charity. The festivities end with the Ye Hafta post-party at Rotary Park following the float. The entry fee is $15 if you sign up before August 10 and $20 after the cut off date. Included in the entry fee is a pirate tote bag of giveaways. To register contact the Bullhead Area Chamber at (928) 754-4121 or (800) 987-7457 or send an email to info@bullheadchamber.com A special “River Regatta Package” is available at the Aquarius Casino Resort for just $199 that includes a two-night stay Friday, August 14 and Saturday, August 15, two entries into the event, two inner tubes and life jackets, two logo T-shirts, lunch following the regatta, transportation back and forth to where all the activities are held, 25% off the price of the buffet with an ace I PLAY card and 10% off the purchase at Starbucks Coffee when you show your club card. The Aquarius is also inviting members of the armed forces and civic groups to join together and create the best float for a shot at winning $1,000. Prizes will be awarded in three categories: “Teams” consisting of 2 to 10 participants, “Mega Teams” with 11 to 20 sailors and “Super Teams” with 21 or more members. Each category will award a $500 first place prize with trophy and a $250 second prize and trophy. In addition, the grand prize for best overall decorated float will take home $1,000 and a trophy. Team tubes must be tied together and life jackets must be worn at all times during the float to remain eligible. Teams must register by Tuesday, August 10 at 5 p.m., Arizona time. Rules and registration information can be found at www.bullheadregatta.com.To book your Aquarious regatta package, call (800) 662-5825 and use the code REGATTA or log on to www.theaquarius.com   

“$80,500 Hot Cash Cool Car Giveaway” Continues at the Golden Nugget

Members of the Nugget’s 24 Karat Club have plenty of time to take part in the resorts “$80,500 Hot Cash Cool Car Giveaway” going on through September 4, 2010. Collect drawing tickets in a multitude of ways from earning one ticket for every 20 points earned through slot play, table gaming, eating, signing up for a new club card, handing over your car to the valet, and being a registered hotel guest. Drawings will be held every Wednesday and Saturday at 7 p.m. where 15 winners will be chosen to take home a share of $2,000. Individual prizes range from $100 to $750 in cash plus $50 in Free Play. Each winner selected will receive an entry into the Grand Finale Drawing scheduled for September 11 at 7 p.m. where one lucky winner will receive the keys to a 2010 Dodge Challenger. Other cash prizes will be paid out ranging from $500 to $2,000. There will also be $100 Free Play prizes given away. All winners must be present to claim their prizes.  

Few Days Left to Win up to $30,000 in River Palms “Cash Scratch Fever” Promo

Time is running out, but while supplies last, Palms Players Club members can participate in the resort’s “Cash Scratch Fever” promotion in play through July 29, 2010. Card holders earning 200 base points on Tuesday or Thursday will receive a scratch card worth anywhere between $5 and $1,000. Each card is a winner. Players can earn one card every promotional day and must be picked up on the day earned. Take it to the Main Cashiers cage and scratch it in front of the employee to see what you win.

Budget Stretching Room Deal at Tropicana Laughlin

One of the best room deals in town is being offered by the Tropicana Laughlin through September 30, 2010 where you can stay for as low as $18.99 a night, Sunday-Wednesday. Included are two T-bone dinners with a draft beer, two premium drink coupons plus $20 in free slot play if you have a club card. Also in the package is a discount for watercraft rentals and up to $10 in free slot play for new club members. For reservations, call (800) 343-4533 and ask for Promo 7328. A two-night minimum is required. Special prices on weekend rates are also available.

Cash Mania Giveaway Kicks off at Belle and Edgewater

Beginning Sunday, August 1 and continuing through August 31, the Colorado Belle and Edgewater will be giving away a ton of money and prizes in their $250,000 River of Riches Swipe-Play-Win promotion. Every ACCESS Club member gets one free swipe per day at either resort with five additional swipes for every 1,000 base points earned. Each swipe gets you a three part ticket with one piece an instant winner, one piece a part of a collection game for secondary prizes and the last piece, a drawing entry for weekly drawings. Check with the club booth for complete details.

Collin Raye and David Cassidy Checking into Laughlin Resorts for Limited Engagements

Country singing sensation Collin Raye will be headlining at Harrah’s Fiesta Showroom July 31-August 1 at 8 p.m. Tickets for the two-night engagement start at $40 with ticket holders receiving a 20 % discount for the Baja Blue Restaurant. For reservations, call (800) 447-8700. Across the street, the Tropicana welcomes Partridge Family alumni David Cassidy who will star in the Pavilion Theater Saturday, July 31 at 8 p.m. Tickets for Cassidy’s show are priced at $24 and $34. Reservations can be made by calling (800) 431-1935.   

Check with resorts for all current offers published. Hotels have all rights and can cancel or modify at anytime time. On your drive up to Laughlin tune your radio to The Highway FM 98 & 99 for Bart Torres’ up-to-date Laughlin reports. GOOD LUCK!