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Virgin America Fall Sale for 24 Hours Only

Virgin America's new fall airfare promotion is a bit sweeter with flights valid nearly any time this season. The week-long promotion discounts travel to top destinations like Chicago, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, and Orlando, among several others; and from $79 one-way ($158 round-trip). Flights must be booked at least 14 days in advance and by September 24, and are applicable for Mondays through Saturdays from September 28 through December 12. The exception is for Palm Springs flights, which are valid October 18 though December 12.by patricia magana

Where to Book:	We found the best prices for the travel window of these sales by using a flexible date search, which can be accessed through our flight comparison tool to the right.

Pros:	Valid most days of the week.
Cons:	Limited routes.
Verdict:	A good opportunity for travel most days.

Luxor Hotel Las Vegas, NV From $45 a Night

If this pyramid-shaped resort was just a gimmick, it wouldn't have lasted. And recent updates have definitely put the Luxor back on the map. Entertainment takes the spotlight, including edgy magician Criss Angel, primo prop comic Carrot Top, the sexy Fantasy showgirls, Menopause the Musical and two great exhibitions, Titanic and Bodies. The hot nightclubs LAX and CatHouse are here too, alongside several casino floor lounges, fantastic restaurants and a big pool deck. Vibrant nightlife opportunities are found at Luxor – Centra Bar and Lounge.

Highlights

• Criss Angel, Carrot Top and Fantasy Girls
• LAX and CatHouse nightclubs
• Luxor – Centra Bar and Lounge
• Free tram connecting to Mandalay Bay and Excalibur resorts
• Titanic and Bodies Exhibit

Location

Between Mandalay Bay and Excalibur, on the south end of the Las Vegas Strip

Rooms

Whether in the pyramid or the more traditional tower, you'll enjoy a larger-than-average room with quality bedding, and all expected amenities. In the pyramid, you get bragging rights (yes, the outer walls are tilted). In the tower, guests take in a larger bathroom and more stylish decor. Upgrade to a Player Deluxe room for a 42" plasma TV, granite countertops, or several suite options with more space. Wi-Fi Internet access included for a fee.

Features

Nurture Spa and Salon offers a full menu of body and beauty treatments. Lounge in style at the seasonal pool deck with its four pools and a hot tub (cabanas for a fee). Off-season, the Excalibur pool is available to Luxor guests. For those headed down the aisle, the wedding chapel offers several packages. Luxor's casino accepts the MGM Resorts Players Club card.

Dining

Luxor offers a number of dining options including Tender Steak & Seafood, T&T modern Mexican, Rice &Company and in Mandalay Place, RM Seafood, Burger Bar and Hussong's. Guests can enjoy breakfast at 24/7 Pyramid Cafe, the Buffet and Backstage Deli. They can also visit the food court for LA Subs, Bonanno's Pizzeria, Starbucks and more.

Transportation

• McCarran International Airport (2.8 mi/4.5 km)
• Deuce Bus stops along the Strip
• Free tram to Excalibur and Mandalay Bay resorts
• Taxi stand on property

Attractions

• Titanics
• Shark Reef aquarium (in adjacent Mandalay Bay)
• Tournament of Kings show (in adjacent Excalibur)
• Bali Hai Golf Course (1.5 mi/2.4 km)

Business

• 20,000 square foot ballroom can be adapted in size for various meetings and events
• Business center offers copy/fax services, computer rental and package shipping/receiving

Policies and fees

A Resort Fee of $18 plus tax (per room, per night) will be collected at the front desk. Resort Fee includes in-room high-speed Internet access, daily newspaper delivery, Fitness Center access, and unlimited local and toll free phone calls, as well as the Fun Book of coupons ($800 in savings). The Resort Fee will be applied to the individual guest room folio.
This is not a comprehensive list of fees. Any amounts listed above may not include taxes and are subject to change.

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Luxor Hotel Rooms

Tower Deluxe

These visually stunning rooms showcase all of the Pyramid Deluxe room amenities, but are renovated and feature oversized bathrooms with a separate tub and shower, two spacious armoires, perfect for unpacking and organizing and a lighted make up mirror.

Tower Luxury Suite

Luxor's vast 780 sq. ft. suites are richly designed with the comfort of separate living room and bedroom areas. Stunning floor-to-ceiling windows overlook the dazzling city lights of Las Vegas. You'll enjoy the convenience of a breakfast nook, wet bar and a large sitting area, as well as the spacious bathrooms featuring oversized showers, dual sinks and lighted make-up mirrors.orbitz.com

Delta Adding More Recharging Stations to More Airports

As Carryon space has been taken up by tablets, laptops, and smartphones, finding an available outlet at the gate before your flight can be a challenge. After adding extensive power stations at 20 of its busiest hubs in the U.S., Delta is adding now adding new recharging areas in 13 airports.

A dozen of the new stations will be in American airports including Austin, Dallas/Ft. Worth, and Houston in Texas plus Denver; Philadelphia; Anchorage; Phoenix; Milwaukee; New Orleans; Syracuse, NY; Kansas City, MO; and Ontario, CA. The 13th will be the first of its kind abroad. Tokyo's Narita International Airport will have stations at four gates, each with six standard U.S. 110 volt outlets.

One reason to make sure all your devices are charged: Delta is also adding in-flight WiFi to 150 international aircraft.by danielle contray