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The Honolulu Advertiser
Posted on: Sunday, September 24, 2006

GOING VEGAS
Makeover set for Flamingo rooms, suites

By (Ukjent person)
Advertiser Columnist

The formerly subdued Flamingo has plans to follow Las Vegas' hip and sexy path. Last week, the resort announced that it will create a new look for 636 of its guest rooms and suites. In addition to new decor, the renovated rooms will feature wireless Internet access and 42-inch flat-screen hi-def TVs with built-in screens in the bathroom mirrors. At check-in, guests will receive a CD of rock songs specially compiled for the hotel. Last year the Flamingo opened the Margaritaville restaurant and bar and last month debuted a show featuring contemporary R&B star Toni Braxton. The room makeover is scheduled to be completed by February.

new eateries: Two trendy restaurants specializing in Asian cuisine have opened at center Strip. The Mirage's Japonais is a branch of the Chicago restaurant of the same name. Treasure Island's Social House replaces one of the Strip's long-running restaurants, Buccaneer Bay, and like its predecessor features great views of the Sirens show. It's a late-night place, open till 4 a.m.

NO LOBSTER: The Fremont casino's seafood buffet no longer serves its famous lobster claws. It's still a good one, though, with several hot and cold selections for $15.99 on Sundays, Tuesdays and Fridays.

For information about Las Vegas shows, buffets, coupons and deals, see www.LasVegasAdvisor.com.