-- October is Canadian Appreciation Month in Las Vegas, and to help Canadians get the most
out of their Sin City escape, Expedia.ca is spotlighting discounts
and activities tailor-made for Canucks all month long.
-- From celebrity Canadian chefs and sporting events, to Cirque
and Shania Twain – Vegas serves up a variety of Canadian tricks and
treats this fall.
-- Visit Expedia.ca this month for special hotel
offerings in Sin City, including 15% or more off select hotels and
a special offer from The Venetian®Resort Las Vegas. Those who book
The Venetian Resort on Expedia during October will receive a
complimentary upgrade and breakfast credit1.
TORONTO, Sept. 26, 2019 /CNW/ -- Canadians are well-known
for their love of hockey, the great outdoors and home-grown talent
like Drake and Shania Twain. But another passion unites Canadian
travellers: a love for the bright lights of Las Vegas. According to Expedia data, Sin City
ranks as one of the top destinations for Canadian travellers year
after year. Furthermore, one in five Canadians surveyed consider it
a "bucket list" destination and a great place for an impulse
trip.1
The great news is Las Vegas
loves Canadians back, which is why Expedia is kicking off a
month-long celebration for all things Canadian in Sin City.
"We discovered that October has quietly and unofficially been
dubbed Canadian Appreciation Month in Las
Vegas, driven by a few hotels and tourism operators offering
special deals just to Canadians," says Mary Zajac, PR Manager for
Brand Expedia. "Our data shows that Canadians absolutely love
Las Vegas, as a place to unwind,
be pampered, enjoy a show or try their luck at the casinos. We're
excited to jump on the chance to provide Canadians some great deals
for their next trip, as well as a few recommended things to see and
do during the visit."
From where to find the best poutine or watch a hockey game, to
seeing Canadian-bred talent on the strip, read on for Expedia's
roundup of Canadian-inspired Vegas activities. And head to
Expedia.ca for special deals on hotels and packages all month
long.
Plus tune in to ET Canada weeknights on Global throughout the
month of October, as they highlight all of the Canadian talent and
entertainment options available in Vegas.
Spellbinding Shows
Born in Canada, Cirque du
Soleil has cast a hypnotic spell on Vegas with magical live
performances and mind-bending circus acts. They're also a source of
national pride – according to a recent survey of 1,000 Canadians,
40% say shows with music and acrobatics are at the top of the list
when it comes to Vegas attractions2.
But which of the seven shows should you choose? The Quebec entertainment company's longest-running
and most popular production is Mystère at the TI – Treasure Island
Hotel and Casino. Or twist & shout to stunning acts at The
Beatles LOVE at The Mirage.
If that (somehow) don't impress you much, then Shania Twain's
still the one for you. The Ontario-born and raised singer just announced
her Las Vegas residency at Planet
Hollywood's Zappos Theatre in
Las Vegas beginning in December.
On Team Drizzy? Here's a double whammy -- not only has the 6 God
announced his residency at Wynn Las Vegas' nightclub XS, his wax
likeness is on display at Madame Tussaud's. The fully-interactive
set will have you creating Insta-worthy videos of Champagne Papi
himself.
Soak in the Strip
Take a cue from your fellow travellers and step onto the world's
highest observation wheel -- The High Roller. It's Expedia.ca's
top-selling activity and has glass capsules that give an unmatched
view of the surrounding strip 3. For a more
thrilling view, zipline over the strip at Fly LINQ Zipline.
Plate it Up
Vegas has made a Canadian staple its own by giving poutine the
high roller treatment. Duck into Fries n' Pies near the Hard
Rock Hotel and Casino for regular or duck fat fries with a wide
selection of toppings or venture off-strip to 595 Craft &
Kitchen for traditional poutine or some 'loco' toppings like a
fried egg and furikake. For a combination of poutine, beer and
hockey, head into the official bar of the Vegas Golden Knights,
Born And Raised, for an indulgent skirt steak poutine.
If you're looking for more elevated cuisine, Sin City serves a
banquet of gastronomical delights. Celebrity chef Emeril John
Lagassé III may be American but taste sprinklings of his father's
French-Canadian roots in the foie gras burger at Lagasse's
Stadium or a side of duck fat fingerling potatoes at
Delmonico Steakhouse. Another Canadian-born chef,
Carlos Buscaglia, throws together a
menu of elevated steakhouse classics at HEXX kitchen + bar washed
down with hand-crafted cocktails and sweetened by a view of the
dancing fountains of the Bellagio.
Catch a Hockey Game
Sport your Canadian colours as one of the Canadian NHL teams
take on the Vegas Golden Knights at Las
Vegas' T-Mobile Arena throughout October. If you miss the
Canadians in Vegas, deck yourself in black and gold and cheer for
the Knights, who are coached by fellow-Canuck Gerard Gallant.
Rather not go to a live game? Head to the MGM Grand that lays
claim to the most energetic book on the strip.
Outdoor Attractions
Vegas understands that a few days indoors gives most Canadians
cabin fever. Trade your poker chips for a camera and hiking boots
to capture breath-taking views of the Grand Canyon – the #3
activity for Las Vegas on
Expedia.ca3 - or hike through the red sandstone keyholes
and corkscrew formations of Antelope Canyon, a quick day trip away.
Thrill seekers can also explore the Mojave Desert on an ATV, or
experience the rush of indoor skydiving.
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helping millions of travellers per month easily plan and book
travel. Expedia aims to provide the latest technology and widest
selection of top vacation destinations, affordable airfare, hotel
deals, car rentals, destination weddings, cruise deals and
in-destination activities, attractions, services and travel apps.
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Source: Brand Expedia.
For further information or to schedule an interview, contact:
Mary Zajac, Expedia,
mzajac@expedia.com, (416) 202-8736.
1 Offer includes a complimentary upgrade to a
Bella Suite in the Venezia tower.
Travellers will also be able to take advantage of a breakfast
credit for two guests daily. Book during Canadian Appreciation
Month, October 1-31, 2019 and valid
for stay dates through April 30,
2020.
2 According to a Google Survey commissioned
by Expedia of 1000 respondents in Canada from September
12-19, 2019
3 According to Expedia.ca data on
Las Vegas activities sold from
January 1 – August 31, 2019
SOURCE Brand Expedia