Las Vegas Travel News 03/29/2011

Las Vegas observed Earth Hour again this year. The pictures always very clearly show what I already know: This city uses way too much electricity. I appreciate that there is an effort made to show eco-awareness, but sometimes I wonder if Las Vegas in general is just a bit over the top.

Loved this local story about how fashion students are helping make prom dresses for teens who can't necessarily afford them.

Another Las Vegas show milestone!

There are still lots of foreclosures and vacated homes in the Las Vegas valley, but the good news is that the numbers this year are better than last year.

Celine is back in town, and even guys will find something to appreciate about her performance.

This is a fun story about a man who works as an organist in a church near the Las Vegas Strip.

Here's a fun piece that some of you might enjoy. If you're hoping to run into a few celebs while you're in Las Vegas, take a peek at this article, which provides the hot spots in town to catch the stars.

How spectacular does the spring botanical garden look? I can not wait to get down to the Strip to check this out for myself.

I'm really proud that Zappo's calls Las Vegas home. This is just one reason why.

Celine Dion had her opening performance in Las Vegas earlier this week, and signs indicate that her return is very welcome indeed. Here are a few pictures from the show.