Things to do in Southwest
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Flamingo
Back in 1946, the Flamingo was the talk of the town. Its original owners – all members of the New York mafia – shelled out millions to build this unprecedented tropical gaming oasis in the desert. Today, it isn't quite what it was back when its janitorial staff wore tuxedos; think more Miami Vice, less Bugsy. Drop by during the madhouse afternoon happy hours to sling back massive margaritas. Out back is a wildlife habitat with magnificent gardens where Chilean flamingos and African penguins wander, and 15 acres of meandering pools and waterfalls filled with swans and exotic birds.
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Flying Star Café
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Flying Star Café
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Fresh Mint
What? Never had kosher Vietnamese vegan? Us too, but there's always a first time – and if it tastes anything like the food at Fresh Mint, you'll want to get more. If you're skeptical of soy chicken and tofu (served many ways; we like it in the lemongrass curry) we understand, but we respectfully submit that this stuff is as tasty as any bacon cheeseburger.
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Funk House
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Golden Gate
Famous $1.99 shrimp cocktails (super-size 'em for $3.99).
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Golden Nugget
Downtown's royal jewel has serious panache, thanks in part to gorgeous Dale Chihuly-inspired glasswork everywhere you look. No brass or cut glass was spared inside the swanky (and lively) casino, known for its nonsmoking poker room; the RUSH Lounge, where live local bands play; and some of downtowns' best restaurants. Don't miss the gigantic 61lb Hand of Faith, the world's largest gold nugget, around the corner from the hotel lobby.
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Gracie's
Even with two levels and four bars, Gracie's trendy bar-restaurant still gets crowded. The two sprawling patios are the best place to kick back. Live music or DJs most nights.
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Grand Canyon Cookout Experience
Chow down on barbecued meat, skillet cornbread and southwestern baked beans all served buffet style, with a side of Western songs and cheesy jokes.
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Green Pig
Your friendly neighborhood watering hole hosts poker tournaments, has live jam sessions and plays sporting events on big screens. The roof patio is tops.
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Hard Rock
Beloved by SoCal visitors, this très-hip casino hotel is home to one of the world's most impressive collections of rock and roll memorabilia, including Jim Morrison's handwritten lyrics to one of the Door's greatest hits and leather jackets from a who's who of famous rock stars. The Joint concert hall, Vanity Nightclub and 'Rehab' summer pool parties attract a pimped-out, sex-charged crowd flush with celebrities.
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Heard Museum
This extraordinary museum is a magical mystery tour through the history, life, arts and culture of Native American tribes in the Southwest. It emphasizes quality over quantity and is one of the best museums of its kind in America.
There are rooms of ethnographic displays, art galleries, a get-creative kids exhibit and an unrivaled Hopi kachina gallery (many of the pieces were a gift from Barry Goldwater). Most disturbing is the Boarding School Experience gallery about the controversial federal policy of removing Native American children from their families and sending them to remote boarding schools in order to 'Americanize' them. Overall, allow two to three hours to…
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Herb Box
It's not just about sparkle and air kisses at this chichi bistro in the heart of Old Town's Southbridge. It's also about fresh, regional ingredients, artful presentation and attentive service. For a light, healthy, ever-so-stylish lunch (steak salad, turkey avocado wrap, pear- gorgonzola flatbread), settle in on the patio and toast your good fortune – with an organic chamomile citrus tea, of course.
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High West Distillery & Saloon
A former livery and Model A-era garage is now home to Park City's most happenin' nightspot. You can ski in for homemade rye whiskey at this micro distillery. What could be cooler?
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Historic Union Pacific Rail Trail
A 28-mile multiuse trail that's also a state park. Pick it up at Bonanza Dr just south of Kearns Blvd.
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Horse Feathers
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Horseman's Haven
Hands down, the hottest green chile in town! (The timid should order it on the side). Service is friendly and fast, and their enormous 3D burrito might be the only thing you need to eat all day.
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Hub Restaurant & Creamery
The Hub has injected Congress Ave with industrial-chic style: red brick walls, lofty ceiling, wooden floors and, coolest of all, a walk-up ice-cream stand beside the hostess desk. Upscale comfort food is the name of the game here, from ahi tuna casserole to chicken pot pie, plus a few sandwiches and salads. Even if you don't want a meal, pop in for a kickin' scoop of gourmet ice cream. Choices include salted caramel and bacon scotch.
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Humphreys Peak
The state's highest mountain is a reasonably straightforward, though strenuous, hike in summer. The trail, which begins in the Arizona Snowbowl, winds through forest, eventually coming out above the beautifully barren tree line. The total distance is 4.5 miles one-way; allow six to eight hours round-trip.
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Imperial Bar & Lounge
- Reno, USA
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A classy bar inhabiting a relic of the past, this building was once an old bank, and in the middle of the wood floor you can see cement where the vault once stood. Sandwiches and pizzas go with 16 beers on tap and a buzzing weekend scene.
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Insights Tour
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Island in the Sky
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Javelina Leap Vineyard
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Jeffrey's Steakhouse
A historic sandstone building serves as home to one of the latest stars on the local dining scene. Jeffrey's is serious about beef, which comes grain-fed, wagyu-style and in generous cuts. If the night is too good to end, head upstairs to the upscale Ghost Bar. Reservations advised.
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Jerome Winery
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