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Although the iconic pirate ship that once set sail nightly in front of the hotel along the Strip has permanently docked, the siren call still beckons Las Vegas visitors to explore the many jewels at Treasure Island. And with TI recently celebrating its 30th anniversary, now is the perfect time to revisit the gems you can experience throughout the property.
Along with opening its doors in 1993, TI was the first Las Vegas hotel-casino to house a Cirque du Soleil show. Thirty years and 13,000 shows later, Mystère continues to reign, welcoming more than 17 million guests to enjoy a combination of circus arts, music and a visual feast of costuming and props.
With the movie franchise mania over Marvel, TI captures the cinematic phenomenon in unique fashion with its long-running attraction Marvel Avengers S.T.A.T.I.O.N. Fans can completely immerse themselves in the Marvel universe with interactive exhibits, movie props, deep dives into the many characters and a retail store with keepsakes, clothing, accessories and toys.
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When it comes to relaxation, TI comes through with its recently remodeled Oleksandra Spa & Salon. Not only is the intimate spa an ethereal space with amenities for pure relaxation (like the sauna, Jacuzzi and comfy lounge area), the staff is also second to none—some of the most professional, accommodating and welcoming staff you’ll experience at a spa. The services run the gamut from massage, facials and salon services to full body treatments and unique services like a Russian banya and detoxifying treatment.
When it comes to food, Treasure Island covers all appetites. Might we suggest The Coffee Shop? Tucked away near the front lobby, this eatery might often be a bit hidden, but, man, do they have good food—especially breakfast items like pancakes and waffles, sandwiches, and biscuits and gravy. And all of the pastries are made in-house. Fine dining continues at Phil’s Steak House, with prime cuts of beef with add-on options like foie gras, seared scallops, king crab and blue cheese, along with classic Italian dishes. For sports and elevated bar food, Golden Circle Sportsbook & Bar never disappoints—don’t miss the Bases Loaded Nachos, Philly cheesesteak, Angry Croque Monsieur and fish tacos. Seafood lovers can find satisfaction at the new Las Vegas Yacht Club, with its bounty of market-fresh catches; and for some of the best barbecue on the Strip, cooked and smoked in house, stop by Gilley’s.
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Gilley’s is also a longtime favorite of both tourists and locals for its nightlife—it’s a country-western bar and restaurant that offers good eats, live music, a spacious dance floor for line dancing, a mechanical bull, the famous Gilley’s Girls and delicious cocktails. Nightlife continues over at the Stripside Señor Frog’s. Latin music nights are all the rage here, and the venue constantly offers fabulous drink specials. Speaking of fabulous, don’t miss the venue’s popular Drag Brunch, Thursday through Sunday, featuring some of the best queens in Las Vegas (Many have appeared on RuPaul’s Drag Race). And it’s always a hot spot for surprise drag queen guests—you never know who might take the stage!
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