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When the economy took a dive, there's no denying that Las Vegas was severely hit. Many wondered how long it will be until things start to go back to where they were just a couple of years ago. In a city that relies on tourism more than anything, it's a relief that we can see in the information below (thanks to LVCVA for their research) that Las Vegas is in fact seeing improvements over the last two years.

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Flamingo on the Las Vegas Strip has announced plans to refurbish 2,307 hotel rooms transforming the resort’s standard rooms into stylish and contemporary accommodations. The all-new FAB rooms are on-sale now for guest arrivals beginning January 2, 2012.

Modern décor will encounter elements of simple luxury with splashes of signature Flamingo pink and warm, wood-toned furnishings and flooring designed to create a residential feel. Contemporary chaise lounges, patterned rugs and vintage Vegas framed artwork will create a stylish appeal while upgraded beds with ultra-soft pillow-top mattresses, plush linens and faux fur throws offer ultimate comfort. FAB rooms will also come equipped with 32-inch flat screen Plasma televisions. Rooms start at $85 per night.

Caesars Entertainment is proud to announce Las Vegas -based Chinese restaurant, KJ Kitchen, will be opening its second location inside Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino before the end of the year. KJ Dim Sum & Seafood Chinese Restaurant at Rio will provide guests the KJ Kitchen signature fresh selection of seafood prepared by a team of chefs trained in the tradition of authentic Chinese cuisine. Scheduled to open in December 2011, the new eatery will debut the first KJ Restaurant dim sum menu, available during lunch, which will bring a special element of the Chinese culture to casino guests and loyal KJ Kitchen diners interested in a new menu and setting.

The Venetian and The Palazzo on the Las Vegas Strip officially welcome the holidays with the inaugural Winter in Venice celebration including a musical performance from Grammy-nominated, platinum recording artist and season six “American Idol” winner, Jordin Sparks, today, Monday, November 21st.

Starting at 6 p.m. at The Venetian’s Doge’s Palace, adjacent to the outdoor gondolas, resort guests and the public are invited to experience the biggest event of the holiday season with strolling carolers and festive holiday characters before the stunning premiere of the Nightly Holiday Spectacular at 6:30 p.m. Guests will enjoy the over-the-top show featuring the lighting of an awe-inspiring 65-foot LED holiday tree.

Raise your glass of bubbly this New Year’s Eve at Bacio by Carla Pellegrino inside the all new Tropicana Las Vegas, where Executive Chef Carla Pellegrino will host a special New Year’s Eve Bacio Bash. The evening, featuring champagne, surprise DJs, party favors, a special four-course prix fixe menu and private viewing of the fireworks, will commence at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 31.

“Bacio means ‘kiss’ in Italian and this New Year’s Eve I will kiss 2011 good-bye and celebrate in style with my new friends,” said Bacio Executive Chef Carla Pellegrino. “We’ll have music, noise makers, delicious food and champagne and watch the fireworks. It’ll be a great party.”