Look at Laughlin

BY VICKI TORRES   

September 2,, 2008

Aquarius Casino Resort Offers Dining Specials for “Viva Aquarius”

During Little Joe y La Familia’s concert at the Aquarius Casino Resort on Saturday, September 13, the property will offer a variety of dining and drink specials during their “Viva Aquarius” promotion beginning Friday, September 12 and continuing through Tuesday, September 16. At the popular Café Aquarius they will be serving a south-of-the border chicken quesadilla accompanied with refried beans and Spanish rice for just $8.95. On Tuesday, September 16, Windows on the River Buffet will celebrate Mexican Independence Day with several entrees for an affordable $7.99 when you show you’re A.C.E. Rewards card and an extra two bucks without one. Youngsters under the age of three eat free. For a little thirst quencher, Dos Equis Amber will set you back $2 and 1800 Tequila margaritas will be available in a souvenir glass for only $5 at any casino bar Friday through Tuesday.

Win Cars and Cash in Laughlin Bingo Halls

A comfortable and inexpensive way to spend some time in Laughlin is to head over to one of the resorts that offer live bingo. At one time silver-haired ladies seemed to dominate the halls but times have changed and you will see a mixed bag of players of all ages migrating to their seats with daubers at the ready as they wait for their numbers to be called. There is no skill required in bingo, just a fast eye and the ability to keep up with the game if you are playing multiple sheets. Electronic devices that keep track of the numbers on your cards have become a staple in bingo rooms and they can be used in lieu of marking your cards. Currently in Laughlin there are three properties holding bingo sessions everyday. At Don Laughlin’s Riverside Resort, their 330-seat Bingo Paradise is located on the second floor between Don’s Celebrity Theatre and the Gourmet Room offering seven sessions each day with the first getting underway at 9 a.m. (doors open at 8:30 a.m.) and continuing throughout the day with the last session being called at 11 p.m. Along with decent cash pay outs at each session, numerous specials such as double and triple payouts, the Riverside awards a new car nightly for players at the 7:30 p.m. games for getting a blackout  within the designated numbers required. A Gift Counter and full service Bar & Deli are open for your convenience. Bingo packs run $5-$12. For additional information, call (800) 227-3849. Six bingo sessions are held daily at the 300-seat River Palms Beach Club Bingo starting at 9 a.m. and going throughout the evening. They also provide a good selection of games including their “$2,500 Mega Double Action Bingo” that is called at 1 p.m. For further information, call (800) 835-7904. The largest bingo facility in Laughlin can be found at the Avi, voted as the number one bingo facility in town along the river and home of the monthly Mini-High Stakes Bingo has six regular daily sessions in play with free bingo being offered at 8 a.m., 10 a.m., noon and 2 p.m. Evening sessions are played from 5 to 8 p.m. The Avi is currently in the middle of a good promotion allowing their players to earn stamps each time they play for a chance to win a Ford Fusion in a special drawing that takes place December 17, 2008. For complete details, call (866) INFO-AVI.

Affordable Online Packages Available at Harrah’s Laughlin

Cut out the middleman and go right to the source by booking one of the many affordable Getaway Packages online for your next visit to Harrah’s Laughlin Hotel & Casino. For a little pampering you can kick back and relax with their Room and Spa package valid Sunday through Thursday starting at just $50 per night for a two-night minimum stay. Upon checking in you will receive the keys to your comfortable room and be issued a $50 certificate that can be used for any service provided in the Salon & Day Spa. Advanced reservations for use of the spa are recommended by calling (702) 298-851. The spa package is available through October 30, 2008. For a little time on the greens, guests may book the Stay and Golf Package with rates beginning as low as $60 per night, again a minimum two-night stay is required. The deal includes a round of golf for two, plus cart rental at Desert Lakes Golf Club just across the river in Bullhead City, Arizona. Guests must contact the course (928) 768-1000) for tee time reservations. The golf package is good through December 2009. Water sport lovers will find the Room and Jet Ski Package a good value with rates starting at $60 per night for a two-night minimum mini-vacation Sunday-Thursday offered through October 30, 2008. Guests will receive a one hour Jet Ski rental from Watercraft Adventures conveniently located on the resort’s private beach. For online reservations for any of these money-saving packages, visit www.harrahsLaughlin.com.

Randy Travis Coming to Aquarius Casino Resort

Country-music icon Randy Travis will light up the Aquarius Outdoor Amphitheater on Saturday, September 20 at 8 p.m. Travis has been kicking around the music scene since 1985 and is the winner of six Grammy Awards, six Country Music Association and other accolades during his career. He even has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Tickets are priced at $30 and $40 with a buy-one-get-one free offer for local residents presenting their A.C.E. Rewards Club card at the time of purchase. For reservations, call (800) 435-8469.

Avi Presenting “The History of Patriotism”

A special Veterans program-“The History of Patriotism” will be presented by the Avi Resort Casino on September 11 at 6 p.m. inside the Convention Center. The free event will feature music from American wars, from the Revolutionary, Civil to WW11 and to the present. Retired U.S. Army Lt. Frank Pangborn will be the keynote speaker in this inspirational program.

NASCAR Viewing Party at the Belle

Next Saturday, September 6, fans will be gathering at the Colorado Belle’s Mardi Gras Room to watch all big screen televised action of the Chevy Rock & Roll NASCAR races. It’s only $10 to attend and this comes with two drinks, stadium snack food and a free drawing ticket to cash in on official NASCAR merchandise during the event. Guests also have a shot at winning two pairs of premium tickets to the live November 9 Checker Auto Parts 500 in Phoenix.  Upcoming NASCAR Viewing Parties to be held at the Belle is the October 11 Bank of America 500 and the Checker Auto Parts 500 set for November 9.

Pioneer’s “Mystery Pick” Promotion Giving Away Surprise Gifts

September 5, 11, 17, 23 and 29 could be your lucky days at the Pioneer Hotel & Gambling Hall. These are the dates allocated for their “Mystery Pick” giveaway that will award Round-Up Club members with a variety of surprise gifts such as room comps, meals, merchandise and valuable Xtra Creidt Free Play.  Every 30 minutes from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on the designated days, employees will roam the casino and pick out machine numbers random. If a club member is playing the machine chosen, they will get to pick an envelope and win the “Mystery Prize” inside.

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