Two-Eared Bandit
This slot machine was posted today on Tiki Central. It came from the Aku Aku restaurant that was part of the recently-demolished Stardust Casino (Aku Aku … Continue reading Two-Eared Bandit
Category: Las Vegas
Trader Vic’s Roundup
Here’s an update on some of the Trader Vic’s openings currently slated, from the Trader Vic’s website: Shanghai, China – Opened on New Year’s Eve Dallas – February, 2007 (it’s been pushed back many times, but February 11 is the most recent date) Las Vegas – in June, 2007 Trader Vic’s Mai Tai Bar in Dubai – April, 2007 Chicago – late 2007 (This has been pushed back quite a bit — their initial estimate was that it would be open by now. There have been rumblings of union troubles (I don’t know of which sort) causing some delays.) Doha, … Continue reading Trader Vic’s Roundup
This Week at Arkiva Tropika
A weekly review of my favorite among the many items Mimi Payne has posted to her Arkiva Tropika website in the past seven days: This is … Continue reading This Week at Arkiva Tropika
This Week at Arkiva Tropika
Mimi Payne keeps adding great items from her collection to Arkiva Tropika — she adds cool things too frequently for me to post about it every … Continue reading This Week at Arkiva Tropika
Last Remnants of Don the Beachcomber in Waikiki Sent to Dumpster
A tragic and shocking development in Waikiki: these two moai posts, which are the last reminders of Don the Beachcomber’s glorious presence at the International Market … Continue reading Last Remnants of Don the Beachcomber in Waikiki Sent to Dumpster
Las Vegas: Mondo Lounge Atomic Frolic
The Mondo Lounge Atomic Frolic is coming to Las Vegas, January 26-28, 2007. From the website: Mondo Lounge is the Ultimate Retro Party and Conference. The … Continue reading Las Vegas: Mondo Lounge Atomic Frolic
Massive Moai: Las Vegas
This great big moai is perhaps the most famous of all of them — after the originals on Rapa Nui, of course. Continue reading Massive Moai: Las Vegas
Nothing Says "Fancy" Like a Moist Towelette
This is one of the more divine mementos from a Polynesian restaurant I have ever come across. There are so many little things in life that … Continue reading Nothing Says "Fancy" Like a Moist Towelette
Las Vegas Don the Beachcomber Menu
I love the graphic look of this Don the Beachcomber menu from Las Vegas. It comes from the collection of Derrick Bostrom, whose grandparents had quite … Continue reading Las Vegas Don the Beachcomber Menu
Trader Vic’s Update — Lightning Round!
Courtesy of Martiki: 1. Bellevue, WA- Opening date is set for March 3rd! 2. Scottsdale, AZ- Opening date is set for May 21st! (as you can imagine, those dates are subject to change without notice) 3. Las Vegas, NV- Still no opening date set, or management team in place. Should open by the end of 2006. 4. Chicago, IL- The Harry Caray people are scouting locations now, and they hope to open in 2006 if possible. Could move to 2007, but it’s definitely coming back sooner rather than later. 5. Amman, Jordan- to open in 2006 6. Shanghai, China- to … Continue reading Trader Vic’s Update — Lightning Round!
