Destinations | Arkansas, Las Vegas, Trinidad & Tobago, Amelia Island
Posted on Sun, Apr. 27, 2008
DANNY JOHNSTON / AP
Gangster Museum, Arkansas
ARKANSAS: WHATCHA LOOKIN' AT?
The site of the new Gangster Museum of America in Hot Springs has a history as sordid as its subjects. The building, constructed at the turn of the 20th century, has housed the chamber of commerce, a drive-in mortuary and a bordello. Now, it will do time memorializing Al Capone, Lucky Luciano and other gangsters who enjoyed the area's soothing spas and once blind eye to illegal gambling and prostitution.
Details: 113 Central Ave.; open 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. Admission, adults $8, kids $4; www.tgmoa.com or 501-318-1717.
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LAS VEGAS: PARTY ONYou've heard the rumors, seen it profiled on TV: the phenomenon that attracts thousands of the beautiful people to Las Vegas every Sunday -- the REHAB party is back starting today at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino. The Hard Rock spent most of the winter expanding and upgrading the sandy pool oasis, adding a lavish VIP daybed deck and beach lounge areas. But be warned: REHAB The Movie will be filming each Sunday. What was that about what happens in Vegas?
Details: The party's on 11 a.m. to sunset every Sunday through September. Cover charges vary based on holidays and special events, but generally it's $40 for men, $20 for women. Cabanas are in high-demand, so those interested should book early by contacting the REHAB hotline at 702-693-5555.
More info at 800-473-7625, www.hardrockhotel.com and www.rehablv.com.
AMELIA ISLAND: SIZZLE ME TIMBERS
There'll be pirates, arts and crafts, antiques, music and, oh yes, plenty of shrimp sizzling on the barbecue at this year's Isle of Eight Flags Shrimp Festival on May 2-4 in Fernandina Beach. The birthplace of the modern shrimping industry has been celebrating all things shrimp since 1964. Among the highlights are two parades: the decorated Shrimp Boat Parade and the Pirate Parade downtown.
Details: Visit www.shrimpfestival.com or call 866-4-AMELIA.
TRINIDAD & TOBAGO: AN ISLAND WELCOME
Hyatt Regency is celebrating the grand opening of Trinidad & Tobago's first new full-service hotel in 46 years. The 428-room Hyatt, in the Port of Spain International Waterfront Development, includes a restaurant, a lobby bar, a fitness center and the 9,000-square-foot Spa Esencia.
Details: 1 Wrightson Rd.; 868-623- 2222; 800-233-1234; www.trinidad.hyatt.com. Rates from $289.
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