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Elvis and Priscilla—Real Dolls

Move over Barbie and Ken a famous raven-haired couple is about to invade the neighborhood. Just in time to mark the anniversary of the King of Rock and Roll’s death, mega popular doll maker Mattel is unveiling the official, Graceland-approved Elvis and Priscilla wedding dolls to remind fans of the magical time the couple spent together. Their marriage may not have lasted long, but Mattel is hoping by preserving the iconic figures Elvis fans will jump at the chance to add one more item to their collection. The boxed set of dolls is selling for $65 and features 13-inch versions … Continue reading →

Elvis Museum For Sale

Okay all you Elvis fans, here’s a chance to really prove your dedication to the King. The man who has run The Elvis is Alive Museum is retiring and needs someone to pick up where he is leaving off. Eighty-one-year-old Bill Beeny has been the sole proprietor of the Missouri-based museum– which provides documentation that Elvis never died–for the past 17 years, and now he is looking for someone to take over the cause. Beeny has placed the contents of the museum, which includes every single piece of his expansive Elvis Presley memorabilia on eBay in hopes they will be … Continue reading →

Legends Making News—Elvis and Harry Potter

What do “The King” and a fictional boy wizard have in common? Both are getting a lot of attention these days for being legends in their own rights. Many loyal Elvis fans are just a few short weeks away from marking the 30th anniversary of the singer’s death, but that’s not why the singing legend is generating a buzz outside of Graceland. Fans waiting for their state-issued Elvis Presley license plate are getting a gift thanks to an anonymous donor in New Jersey who dug deep to show off her Elvis pride. According to news reports, the Elvis plate (which … Continue reading →

Michael Bolton vs. Bruno Tonioli

Even if you don’t watch “Dancing with the Stars,” you might have heard about the throw down between now-eliminated celebrity dancer Michael Bolton and judge Bruno Tonioli. Bolton danced a jive to Elvis’ “Hound Dog” with partner Chelsie Hightower last Monday night and Tonioli let him have it in his critique. Bolton’s total score from all the judges was 12, with Carrie Ann Inaba giving him a 4, Len Goodman giving him a 5, and Tonioli giving him a 3. But it was Tonioli’s words that were most stinging to Bolton. He named it the “worst jive in 11 seasons” … Continue reading →

Red Hot Reno Sizzles in the Summer

If you are looking for a sizzling summer event to take the family to this August look no further than Reno, Nevada’s Hot August Nights. The mega-popular hot rod extravaganza is scheduled to take place from August 4-10, and this year it will feature much more than just car cruising. Families can take part in karaoke contests, sock hops and hula-hoop contests while enjoying live entertainment and the custom care showcases. The annual event, which spotlights the 1950s and ’60s, is expected to draw 800,000 people this year and will include performances by Davy Jones of The Monkees, Blood, Sweat … Continue reading →

Las Vegas’ Latest and Greatest Resort

It’s been nearly three years since the Strip in Las Vegas has welcomed a new hotel and The Palazzo Resort-Hotel-Casino plans to make the wait well worth it for guests. The $1.9 billion resort opens its doors to the public this weekend with a massive celebration complete with fireworks, a Diana Ross concert and a private dinner cooked up by the likes of Emeril Lagasse, Wolfgang Puck and Mario Batali. The Palazzo is now the tallest hotel tower in Vegas (featuring some 3,000 guest rooms) and some say it is slightly more elegant than its iconic sister property The Venetian … Continue reading →

Las Vegas For Kids

Typically, Las Vegas is known for being a playground for grown ups. But you may be surprised to learn how many kid-friendly attractions there are available for the pint-sized set. My best friend and her 7-year-old son just returned from a family reunion in Las Vegas where they found there’s more for kids to do in Sin City than just kill time in family-oriented casino arcades with roller coasters. The following are their top picks for family fun in Sin City: Lied Discovery Children’s Museum Located about 10 miles north of the Strip, the Lied Discovery Children’s Museum is a … Continue reading →

Lucky Travel Date: 7-7-07

What are your plans for 7-7-07? If you are planning to try your luck in Las Vegas on July 7, 2007 you won’t be alone. Sin City resorts and restaurants are bracing for what is expected to be one of the busiest weekends ever. According to the Las Vegas Chamber of Commerce, Saturday July 7th is expected to be the busiest wedding day in 100 years. Makes sense; after all, 7/7/7 is considered a lucky date, and the combo comes up only once a century. And in the city where Lady Luck reigns supreme, resorts are anticipating a banner weekend. … Continue reading →

Lazy In Las Vegas

I’m all for taking it easy on vacation. In fact, prior to having my daughter I spent many a vacation sprawled out on a lounge chair with a stack of magazines next to me soaking up the sun until it set. I would then retire to my room, order room service, and call it a night (an entire day in the sun can take a lot out of you…). But when I heard how some tourists in Las Vegas are choosing to spend their vacations I had to wince. My dad, who is a frequent visitor to Vegas, has a … Continue reading →