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Sweet Tooth in Vegas: A Guide to the City's Best Sugary Havens

Welcome to Las Vegas, a city that sparkles with more lights than a Christmas tree and offers more excitement than a roller coaster ride. Sure, you know about the casinos, the shows, the all-night parties, but there’s a side to Vegas that doesn’t always make the headlines—its heavenly dessert scene. If you're in your 30s or 40s and think you've seen all that Vegas has to offer, prepare to be sweetly surprised. This guide isn’t about buffets and steak dinners; it's about satisfying your sweet tooth in the most extravagant ways imaginable.

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Your Ultimate Guide to Adele's Shows in Las Vegas

If you're anything like me, the mere thought of Adele's soul-stirring voice sends shivers down your spine. Well, hold on to your seats, because I'm about to take you on the ride of your life—a complete guide to "Weekends With Adele", Adele’s Las Vegas residency that's as fabulous as the diva herself! From snagging those coveted tickets to exploring the ultimate Adele merch store in Las Vegas, this is your all-access pass to feeling like VIP in the city of lights.

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Las Vegas Date Night: Swipe Right on These Top Dating Spots in Las Vegas

The sparkling jewel in the desert, Las Vegas, where every night holds the promise of romance and every day is a fresh chance for love. In this city, the dating scene is as vibrant as the neon lights that illuminate the night sky. Here, romance isn’t just confined to candlelit dinners; it's an exciting journey through lively streets, under starlit skies, amidst the clatter of slot machines, and over the serene waters of a gondola ride. 

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EDC 2023

EDC (Electric Daisy Carnival) took root at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway in 2011.  Since then, the event has become the single largest electronic dance music festival in North America.  Las Vegas is the flagship destination for EDC, while smaller festivals take place internationally in Mexico, Japan, South Korea, China and Portugal.  Held by American electronic music event promoter Insomniac, the event offers not only live performances by renowned DJs and Producers, but also roaming carnival performers, carnival rides, glow-in-the-dark environments, art installations and so much more.  

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Holly, Jolly Holidays in Las Vegas

Winter holidays come but once a year, and are just around the corner!  If you're a fan of the beauty, joy and innocent fun that this time of year can offer, then grab a mug of hot cocoa and your favorite cozy outfit - we're heading out to enjoy some festive events this week.  Come with us as we experience some of the most popular Holiday activities that Vegas has.  Some are new to the valley, others are old favorites that never cease to amaze.  

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Vegas for Kids

Las Vegas is rarely thought of as a fun place for kids, but guess again!  There are wonderful new experiences on every corner for every age. From shows to rides and attractions, Las Vegas has some of the best-hidden gems for kids and families to enjoy. However, it can be difficult to navigate with varied age limitations and interests, let alone figuring out where everything is located.  Here are VegasNearMe's suggestions for the kids, as well as the kids at heart.