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	<title>The M Point of View &#187; Meetings</title>
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		<title>Top 5 Cool Event Spaces at the M</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 11 Apr 2013 20:19:11 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The temperatures may be rising in Las Vegas, but these five cool event spaces at our four-star resort keep the meetings going year-round. The following five small and large group spaces offer flexibility for themed events, reception-style dinners or general meetings. Ravello Lounge This contemporary yet intimate space offers large private booths, a full bar,]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The temperatures may be rising in Las Vegas, but these five cool event spaces at our four-star resort keep the meetings going year-round. The following five small and large group spaces offer flexibility for themed events, reception-style dinners or general meetings.</p>
<p><strong><a href="http://www.themresort-mvision.com/blog-uploads/ravellolounge.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full mr-image-6175" title="Ravello Lounge" src="http://www.themresort-mvision.com/blog-uploads/ravellolounge.jpg" alt="" width="319" height="189" /></a>Ravello Lounge</strong></p>
<p>This contemporary yet intimate space offers large private booths, a full bar, a customizable stage, and plenty of room to dance. Located just off the casino floor, it’s also convenient and has a room capacity of just over 300. What makes <a title="Ravello Lounge" href="http://www.themresort.com/dining/ravello.html">Ravello Lounge </a>even better is the outdoor terrace overlooking the expansive pool area.</p>
<p><strong>The Loft Suite<a href="http://www.themresort-mvision.com/blog-uploads/loftsuite.jpg"><img class="alignright size-full mr-image-6181" title="Loft Suite" src="http://www.themresort-mvision.com/blog-uploads/loftsuite.jpg" alt="" width="256" height="392" /></a></strong></p>
<p>In our hotel of 390 rooms, we have just five of these coveted <a title="Loft Suite" href="http://www.themresort.com/accomodations/accommodations.html">Loft Suites</a>. At 2,400 square feet, these Suites have 270º views of the Las Vegas skyline, and with two living room areas and a dining area, they give those VIP attendees plenty of space to mix and mingle.  </p>
<p><strong>Villaggio Del Sole Pool and Entertainment Piazza</strong></p>
<p>At 100,000 square feet, this is an incredible space. Available for complete buy-outs, this spectacular outdoor space holds up to 6,000 attendees concert-style and with multiple smaller terraces, it’s perfect for more intimate receptions and events. With a full stage, cabanas and daybeds, a full bar, gaming pit and built-in runway over the pool, you can let your imagination go wild using this outdoor space.</p>
<p><strong><a title="Hostile Grape" href="http://www.themresort.com/dining/hostilegrape.html"><img class="alignleft size-full mr-image-6183" title="Hostile Grape Lounge" src="http://www.themresort-mvision.com/blog-uploads/hostilegrapelounge.jpg" alt="" width="366" height="216" />Hostile Grape</a></strong></p>
<p>You know it as the largest public wine cellar in town, but there’s so much more to this trendy underground lounge. With two customizable stages, a full bar, and an Enomatic wine tasting system, this is an extraordinary and upscale place to hold an event. Maybe it’s the wine cask ceiling or maybe it’s the cozy seating areas, but it’s a super cool venue also available for group buyouts.</p>
<p><strong>LUX<a href="http://www.themresort-mvision.com/blog-uploads/luxbanquet.jpg"><img class="alignright size-full mr-image-6185" title="LUX Bar" src="http://www.themresort-mvision.com/blog-uploads/luxbanquet.jpg" alt="" width="395" height="243" /></a></strong></p>
<p>Sitting at the top of our boutique hotel is a space that’s been voted Best of Las Vegas for the best view of the valley. Spanning the 16<sup>th</sup> floor is LUX, our special event venue. With views of the entire Las Vegas Valley, it’s the perfect spot to wow your attendees. Once a restaurant, LUX offers all the amenities of a full service restaurant, including an expansive kitchen, full bar, outdoor terrace and intimate private rooms. At 7,200 square feet, this space rises high above the rest. </p>
<p>Our group sales team would be happy to assist you in booking one of these hot spots or in finding other venues throughout our resort to host your <a title="Meetings Page" href="http://www.themresort.com/meetings/meetings.html">meeting</a> or event. Contact us today!</p>
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		<title>Party Tips for Any Budget</title>
		<link>http://www.themresort.com/blog/2011/11/party-tips-for-any-budget/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 17 Nov 2011 20:43:46 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>M Social Media Team</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[If you&#39;re hosting a fabulous holiday bash but want to stay within or under your budget this year our party planning experts at M are here to help you. Our Catering Manager Tina Randall offers a few key tips to keep in mind when party planning. Trust us she knows it all, after all, planning]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.themresort-mvision.com/blog-uploads/HolidayParty.jpg"><img class="size-full mr-image-4082 alignleft" title="Holiday Party" src="http://www.themresort-mvision.com/blog-uploads/HolidayParty.jpg" alt="Holiday Party" width="276" height="310" /></a>If you&#39;re hosting a fabulous holiday bash but want to stay within or under your budget this year our party planning experts at <a href="../../">M</a> are here to help you. Our Catering Manager Tina Randall offers a few key tips to keep in mind when party planning. Trust us she knows it all, after all, planning memorable events are all in a day&#39;s work for her.</p>
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<li>Saturdays tend to be the most popular day. Try booking your party on a Friday or even better, Monday-Thursday.</li>
<li>Select a venue that provides some type of holiday d?cor; decorations can add up quickly.</li>
<li>Depending on the menu for your guests, sometimes plated dinners are more cost effective in a banquet setting than a buffet.</li>
<li>Choose a venue that doesn&#39;t charge a room rental fee and won&#39;t charge for power usage for your DJ.</li>
<li>Go for a venue that does not charge extra for tables, chairs, linens, dance floor, etc. The less extras that are added to the price, the lower you can keep your budget.</li>
<li>Ask about discounted room rates for your guests. When booking an event, resorts are usually willing to work with you to accommodate guests overnight.</li>
<li>Choose a venue with access to an outdoor area so your guests don&#39;t have to leave your party to smoke in a casino or other designated areas.</li>
<li>Ask for a quote with all taxes, gratuities and additional fees included so you can anticipate the grand total of the event.</li>
<li>If you have a specific budget, don&#39;t be afraid to ask what can be afforded within the limits of your budget. Event planners are there to help you stay within the means for your party.</li>
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<p>The best part of all is that these tips are things we offer to our guests who are planning an event at <a href="../../">M</a>. If we&#39;ve piqued your interest, take a look at the different <a href="../../meetings/meetings.html">venues</a> we have to host your holiday party. Tina, or one of our other catering <a href="../tag/team-members/">Team Members </a>would be happy to assist with your holiday or special event. You can contact our catering department by emailing catering@theMresort.com.</p>
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		<title>M&#039;s New Addition</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 10 Nov 2011 22:42:23 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[There are a lot of choices when it comes to meeting space in the city of Las Vegas. In fact, Las Vegas has more than 10.5 million square feet of exhibit space! For our part, we currently offer 60,000 square feet of meeting space and if you&#39;ve ever wandered around the spa level of M]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.themresort-mvision.com/blog-uploads/Pavilion.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full mr-image-4061" title="Pavilion" src="http://www.themresort-mvision.com/blog-uploads/Pavilion.jpg" alt="Pavilion" width="539" height="225" /></a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.themresort-mvision.com/blog-uploads/Pavilion.jpg"></a>There are a lot of choices when it comes to meeting space in the city of Las Vegas. In fact, Las Vegas has more than 10.5 million square feet of exhibit space! For our part, we  currently offer 60,000 square feet of meeting space and if you&#39;ve ever wandered around the spa level of <a href="../../">M</a> (below our casino floor) you may have noticed how convenient our meeting space is to our guest room elevators and the ideal flow our space offers for breakouts, general sessions and catered events. Our <a href="../../">resort</a> has a 17,000 square foot ballroom and multiple meeting rooms to house groups of 50 to 2,000. Our talented team can also turn any of our restaurants into magical spaces for special events or even our outdoor pool piazza that can accommodate up to 6,000 people!</p>
<p>Over the course of the last year two years we&#39;ve been fortunate to host groups large and small with a demand for even more space! So, next month we&#39;ll be providing more of that much-needed extra space with the opening of the <a href="http://www.themresort.com/meetings/pavilion.html">M Pavilion</a>. The Pavilion will add 25,000 square feet of flexible space to our portfolio. It will provide enough space for concerts, large-scale galas, exhibitors and more. The Pavilion will have 45-foot ceilings and can hold a seated concert for up to 3,000 people. For more details we went in search of our Vice President of Sales, Drew Varga. Watch the video to hear what he had to say about the new M Pavilion and most importantly, why you should consider if for your next event!</p>
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		<title>Vegas Meetings with a View</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 21 Jun 2011 17:28:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>M Social Media Team</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Everything&#39;s better with a view, hotel rooms, restaurants, pools you get the idea. With a resort 400 feet above the Strip we like to think we have a view from almost everywhere on property (which we pretty much do) and our conference space is no exception. There&#39;s no better way to spice up your next]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Everything&#39;s better with a view, <a href="../../accomodations/accommodations.html">hotel rooms</a>, <a href="../../dining/dining.html">restaurants</a>, <a href="../../spa/pool.html">pools</a> you get the idea. With a resort 400 feet above the Strip we like to think we have a view from almost everywhere on property (which we pretty much do) and our conference space is no exception. There&#39;s no better way to spice up your next conference or meeting like adding spectacular scenery around it and <a href="../../">M</a> is the perfect place for you to do so in <a href="../2011/02/star-power/">four-star</a> style of course.</p>
<p>With 60,000 square feet in meeting space and 390 rooms at our property we like to consider ourselves a boutique resort. Not just because of our size but because of the tailored service we&#39;re able to provide to each of our guests. Meeting planners can feel at home without being overwhelmed with millions of square feet of space to choose from.</p>
<p><strong>Meeting Rooms and A Ballroom</strong></p>
<p><img class="size-full mr-image-648 alignnone" title="ballroomsetupblog" src="http://67.238.111.16/mr-content/uploads/ballroomsetupblog.jpg" alt="ballroomsetupblog" width="269" height="201" /> <img class="size-full mr-image-650 alignnone" title="MBoardroom1small" src="http://67.238.111.16/mr-content/uploads/MBoardroom1small.jpg" alt="MBoardroom1small" width="152" height="201" /></p>
<p>Multiple meeting rooms can be divided to suit any conference need and an exquisite boardroom and sprawling ballroom with built-in stage deliver flexible space with the latest in technology including audio/visual capability, video conferencing and more. The classic yet elegant design theme of our resort continues throughout our meeting space, which has the capacity to accommodate small to mid-size meetings and events.</p>
<p><strong>Restaurants</strong></p>
<p><img class="size-full mr-image-1320 alignleft" title="Terzettoblog" src="http://67.238.111.16/mr-content/uploads/Terzettoblog.jpg" alt="Terzettoblog" width="238" height="177" /></p>
<p><img title="MarinellisPD2" src="http://67.238.111.16/mr-content/uploads/MarinellisPD2.jpg" alt="MarinellisPD2" width="236" height="177" /></p>
<p>Thinking of doing something more unique for your meeting? You can book the entire space at any of our restaurants. Who wouldn&#39;t want to meet around this floating chef&#39;s table at <a href="../2011/06/a-name-you%E2%80%99ll-want-to-savor/">Anthony&#39;s</a> or the private dining room in our Italian restaurant <a href="../2011/02/new-italian-for-you/">Marinelli&#39;s</a>? Or how about one of our favorites&#8230;our rooftop restaurant <a href="../../dining/veloce.html">Veloce</a>.</p>
<p><strong>Pool Deck</strong></p>
<p>We are lucky enough to have one of the most unique pool decks in our very own backyard. Imagine an event for over 5,000 people. The possibilities are endless with our full-size concert stage and runway down the middle of our main pool.</p>
<p><img class="aligncenter size-full mr-image-3030" title="M Resort Main Pool" src="http://67.238.111.16/mr-content/uploads/Pool_March01_1.jpg" alt="M Resort Main Pool" width="400" height="220" /></p>
<p>If you love what we have to offer, just give our meeting sales department a call at 1-866-551-1540 and they&#8217;ll be happy to assist you with your planning needs.</p>
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		<title>Taking it to the house</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 23 Feb 2011 00:30:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>M Social Media Team</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Here at the M Point of View, one of our favorite topics to cover is the little things that make a big difference here at the property. They&#39;re not always the most glamorous things or the most visible things, and they probably aren&#39;t things you&#39;ll find other properties talking about. There&#39;s a reason for that]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Here at the M Point of View, one of our favorite topics to cover is the little things that make a big difference here at the property. They&#39;re not always the most glamorous things or the most visible things, and they probably aren&#39;t things you&#39;ll find other properties talking about. There&#39;s a reason for that though &#45; they&#39;re the things that make <a title="M Resort" href="http://www.themresort.com/" target="_blank">M Resort </a>special.</p>
<p><img class="alignleft size-full mr-image-2473" title="Mic" src="http://67.238.111.16/mr-content/uploads/Mic.jpg" alt="Mic" width="313" height="213" />So, here&#39;s another one for you &#45; in-house A/V. Okay, like we said, they&#39;re not the most glamorous of things. When it comes to planning an event here at M though, like your <a title="Weddings" href="http://www.themresort.com/meetings/mee_weddings.html" target="_blank">wedding</a>, family reunion, or a large-scale <a title="Meetings" href="http://www.themresort.com/meetings/meetings.html" target="_blank">meeting</a>/conference, it&#39;s something you&#39;re going to appreciate a whole lot. Why? A few different reasons. First and foremost, your bottom line. A lot of properties out there have outside audio/visual companies who deliver, install, operate and tear down their own equipment and guess what, it&#39;s not cheap. Handling everything in-house means we remove a third party which results in savings that we can pass along to you.</p>
<p><img class="alignright size-full mr-image-2474" title="Soundboard" src="http://67.238.111.16/mr-content/uploads/Soundboard.jpg" alt="Soundboard" width="322" height="202" />Those third parties bring us to our second point. When you&#39;re planning your event and while your event is actually underway, do you want to rely on a third party? You&#39;re already relying on the property where your event is being held so why throw someone else into the mix? When things go wrong, is the property going to pass the proverbial buck? &quot;Sorry, that isn&#39;t our equipment so you&#39;ll have to take this up with them.&quot; With an in-house A/V department added to the already extensive meeting, <a title="Catering" href="http://www.themresort.com/meetings/catering.html">catering</a> and special events departments, you&#39;ll have Team Members from M every step of the way covering every aspect of your event. Your event essentially becomes <em>our</em> event, and believe us, we like our events to be flawless.</p>
<p><img class="alignleft size-full mr-image-2475" title="VideoProjector" src="http://67.238.111.16/mr-content/uploads/VideoProjector.jpg" alt="VideoProjector" width="339" height="217" />Your event is important to you, to your family, your friends, your business and more. We know that and more importantly, we care about that. So remember when you&#39;re making choices about where to stay, where to play and where to have your event, those little and perhaps no so glamorous things can make a big difference.</p>
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		<title>10 Off-the-Cuff Vol. V</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 17 Feb 2011 22:45:33 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[We probably shouldn&#39;t put this one up since you can&#39;t see it anymore, but it was just too cool not to. Our Dragon &#38; Lion Dance in celebration of Chinese New Year was spectacular! There are videos and more pics available on our Facebook page if you&#39;re interested! Ravello Lounge isn&#39;t just a great place]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignright size-full mr-image-2437" title="DragonDance" src="http://67.238.111.16/mr-content/uploads/DragonDance.JPG" alt="DragonDance" width="322" height="214" />We probably shouldn&#39;t put this one up since you can&#39;t see it anymore, but it was just too cool not to. Our Dragon &amp; Lion Dance in celebration of Chinese New Year was spectacular! There are videos and more pics available on our <a href="http://www.facebook.com/mresortspacasino?sk=wall_admin#!/mresortspacasino?sk=wall">Facebook page</a> if you&#39;re interested!</p>
<p><a href="http://www.themresort.com/dining/ravello.html"><img class="alignright size-full mr-image-2438" title="RavelloWall" src="http://67.238.111.16/mr-content/uploads/RavelloWall.JPG" alt="RavelloWall" width="240" height="320" /></a><a href="http://www.themresort.com/dining/ravello.html">Ravello Lounge</a> isn&#39;t just a great place to see live entertainment &#45; it&#39;s also home to some pretty amazing technology. Not only are there more than 40 screens built into the walls that can showcase the onstage entertainment, but the large panels next to the screens can be programmed to visually match audio beats and more through visual representation.</p>
<p><img class="alignright size-full mr-image-2439" title="LavendarCake" src="http://67.238.111.16/mr-content/uploads/LavendarCake.jpg" alt="LavendarCake" width="139" height="210" />Spring will be sprung in the not too distant future and you know what that means?! Wedding season. If you&#39;re looking for a spectacular custom cake creation for your special day or other special occasion, we can make just about anything you can dream up.</p>
<p><img class="alignright size-full mr-image-2440" title="BabyCakesTile" src="http://67.238.111.16/mr-content/uploads/BabyCakesTile.JPG" alt="BabyCakesTile" width="249" height="161" />And speaking of cake, let&#39;s talk <a href="http://www.themresort.com/dining/babycakes.html">Baby Cakes</a>. These are some of the custom tiles you&#39;ll find here inspired by European patisseries. It&#39;s the details that make all the difference, not to mention some unbelievably good pastries!</p>
<p><img class="alignright size-full mr-image-2441" title="RestaurantTerrace" src="http://67.238.111.16/mr-content/uploads/RestaurantTerrace.JPG" alt="RestaurantTerrace" width="320" height="240" />With warmer weather on the way, it&#39;s almost time to start enjoying dining al fresco. <a href="http://www.themresort.com/dining/veloce.html">Veloce</a>, <a href="http://www.themresort.com/dining/marinellis.html">Marinelli&#39;s</a>, <a href="http://www.themresort.com/dining/terzetto.html">Terzetto</a> and <a href="http://www.themresort.com/dining/Hash_House_A_Go_Go.html">Hash House</a> all feature great outdoor terraces where you can enjoy your meal, the weather and spectacular views of the pool area and Strip.</p>
<p><img class="alignright size-full mr-image-2442" title="VeloceDrinks" src="http://67.238.111.16/mr-content/uploads/VeloceDrinks.JPG" alt="VeloceDrinks" width="320" height="240" />Hmmm, what to enjoy out on the terrace? How about some of the amazing cocktails Veloce is offering for Happy Hour in their bar &amp; lounge? Red Sangria, Peach White Sangria and Rocks Margaritas with a superb selection of top-shelf tequilas for just $5 are all excellent choices.</p>
<p><img class="alignright size-full mr-image-2443" title="PumaImage" src="http://67.238.111.16/mr-content/uploads/PumaImage.JPG" alt="PumaImage" width="322" height="214" />Back to those details. When we have <a href="http://www.themresort.com/meetings/meetings.html">meeting/conference</a> groups here with us at M, we do our utmost to show them we appreciate their choosing M Resort. From custom welcome messages on our marquee to these super-cool light-logos displayed in the water features behind check-in, we want you to feel welcome and appreciated.</p>
<p><img class="alignright size-full mr-image-2444" title="MeetingsFixture" src="http://67.238.111.16/mr-content/uploads/MeetingsFixture.JPG" alt="MeetingsFixture" width="290" height="186" />And when you&#39;re in those meetings? Let&#39;s face it, meeting rooms can be a bit dull at times, but like the rest of M, we did our best to incorporate some amazing fixtures and fittings that add a little extra something.</p>
<p><img class="alignright size-full mr-image-2445" title="WovenMetalWall" src="http://67.238.111.16/mr-content/uploads/WovenMetalWall.JPG" alt="WovenMetalWall" width="300" height="179" />Okay, so more d?cor, but you have to admit this is cool. These backlit, woven-metal walls can be found outside <a href="http://www.themresort.com/dining/studiob.html">Studio B</a> and also inside <a href="http://www.themresort.com/spa/spa_salon.html">Spa Mio</a>.</p>
<p><img class="alignright size-full mr-image-2446" title="MFamilyCare" src="http://67.238.111.16/mr-content/uploads/MFamilyCare.JPG" alt="MFamilyCare" width="202" height="251" />Nobody likes to have to go to the doctor, but it sure is nice to have one right down the corridor. M Family Care is like any other doctor&#39;s office, it&#39;s just located inside <a href="http://www.themresort.com/">M Resort</a>!</p>
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		<title>Ten Off the Cuff Vol. III</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 04 Nov 2010 19:46:53 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[We know you were waiting!!! Here are 10 more off-the-cuff things we think are pretty cool at M Resort that you should know about: If you haven&#39;t dined outside on the Terzetto patio, it&#39;s a must. The view is great and the infinity pools are definitely cool. They also make a perfect aisle if you&#39;re]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>We know you were waiting!!! Here are 10 more off-the-cuff things we think are pretty cool at <a title="M Resort" href="http://www.themresort.com/" target="_blank">M Resort</a> that you should know about:</p>
<p><img class="alignleft size-full mr-image-1744" title="Terzettopatioblog" src="http://67.238.111.16/mr-content/uploads/Terzettopatioblog.JPG" alt="Terzettopatioblog" width="342" height="227" />If you haven&#39;t dined outside on the <a title="Terzetto" href="http://www.themresort.com/dining/terzetto.html" target="_blank">Terzetto</a> patio, it&#39;s a must. The view is great and the infinity pools are definitely cool. They also make a perfect aisle if you&#39;re looking for a unique spot to get married.</p>
<p><img class="alignleft size-full mr-image-1745" title="Obeliskblog" src="http://67.238.111.16/mr-content/uploads/Obeliskblog.jpg" alt="Obeliskblog" width="250" height="375" />The obelisk out by the porte cochere is something you should take a gander at. It&#39;s made of bronze and kind of resembles a gun sight. If you follow its line, it travels through the lobby, out over the pool, across the main stage and out to the famous Las Vegas strip.</p>
<p><img class="alignleft size-full mr-image-1746" title="Mainstageblog" src="http://67.238.111.16/mr-content/uploads/Mainstageblog.jpg" alt="Mainstageblog" width="493" height="112" />And how about that main stage? An amazing view for guests and performers alike. </p>
<p><img class="alignleft size-full mr-image-1747" title="Ballroomblog" src="http://67.238.111.16/mr-content/uploads/Ballroomblog.jpg" alt="Ballroomblog" width="270" height="203" />Okay, okay, maybe it&#39;s <em>just</em> a <a title="Meetings" href="http://www.themresort.com/meetings/meetings.html" target="_blank">ballroom</a>, but it&#39;s a HUGE ballroom and you might not have even known it was here tucked away on the <a title="Spa Mio" href="http://www.themresort.com/spa/spa_salon.html" target="_blank">spa</a> level. Reception after Terzetto patio ceremony? Yep.</p>
<p><img class="alignleft size-full mr-image-1748" title="FitnessCenterviewblog" src="http://67.238.111.16/mr-content/uploads/FitnessCenterviewblog.jpg" alt="FitnessCenterviewblog" width="320" height="240" /></p>
<p> There&#39;s no better motivation to get fit than gazing out over our spectacular pool. Our fitness center offers a view for aesthetics and to help you keep going.</p>
<p><img class="alignleft size-full mr-image-1749" title="HashHousetractorblog" src="http://67.238.111.16/mr-content/uploads/HashHousetractorblog.jpg" alt="HashHousetractorblog" width="280" height="210" /></p>
<p>Antique tractor in a casino? Cool.</p>
<p><img class="alignleft size-full mr-image-1750" title="CeilingTilesblog" src="http://67.238.111.16/mr-content/uploads/CeilingTilesblog.jpg" alt="CeilingTilesblog" width="199" height="210" />You may not have known what you were looking at, but the tiles covering the columns and ceiling on the <a title="Gaming" href="http://www.themresort.com/gaming/gaming.html" target="_blank">casino</a> floor are mother of pearl.</p>
<p><img class="alignleft size-full mr-image-1751" title="GlassElevatorblog" src="http://67.238.111.16/mr-content/uploads/GlassElevatorblog.jpg" alt="GlassElevatorblog" width="240" height="320" />Maybe you&#39;ve never used it or even seen it, but there&#39;s a sweet glass elevator between the <a title="Lobby Bar" href="http://www.themresort.com/dining/lobbybar.html" target="_blank">Lobby Bar</a> and Oyster Bar &#45; it travels down to the spa level and then further down to <a title="Hostile Grape" href="http://www.themresort.com/dining/hostilegrape.html" target="_blank">Hostile Grape</a>.</p>
<p><img class="alignleft size-full mr-image-1752" title="Mgastationblog" src="http://67.238.111.16/mr-content/uploads/Mgastationblog.jpg" alt="Mgastationblog" width="320" height="240" /></p>
<p> That&#39;s right, M Resort has a <a title="Gas Station" href="http://www.themresort.com/rewards/gasstation.html" target="_blank">gas station</a> and you can use your <a title="iMagine Rewards" href="http://www.themresort.com/rewards/rewards.html" target="_blank">iMagine Rewards</a> points there. Nice.</p>
<p><img class="alignleft size-full mr-image-1753" title="VigTripleCrownblog" src="http://67.238.111.16/mr-content/uploads/VigTripleCrownblog.jpg" alt="VigTripleCrownblog" width="320" height="240" /></p>
<p>Can&#39;t remember all the Triple Crown Winners? Who took the World Series in 1966? The walls at <a title="Vig Deli" href="http://www.themresort.com/dining/vigdeli.html" target="_blank">Vig Deli</a> are covered in sports factoids to peak your interest or settle the debate.</p>
<p>Another 10! Check &#39;em out next time you visit us here at M!</p>
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		<title>Putting the &quot;special&quot; in Special Event</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 23 Sep 2010 17:29:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[We get a lot of meetings and conference groups here at M Resort, and fall is definitely one of our busiest times. If you&#39;ve ever planned a large-scale event or something smaller but still used a &#34;host&#34; property/venue, you&#39;ll know that sometimes it can be difficult. It&#39;s a &#34;special&#34; event, right? Meaning, it needs to]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignleft size-full mr-image-1442" src="http://67.238.111.16/mr-content/uploads/sandcastleblog1.jpg" alt="" />We get a lot of <a title="Meetings" href="http://www.themresort.com/meetings/meetings.html" target="_blank">meetings</a> and conference groups here at <a title="M Resort" href="http://www.themresort.com/" target="_blank">M Resort</a>, and fall is definitely one of our busiest times. If you&#39;ve ever planned a large-scale event or something smaller but still used a &quot;host&quot; property/venue, you&#39;ll know that sometimes it can be difficult. It&#39;s a &quot;special&quot; event, right? Meaning, it needs to be special &#45; you want to wow your guests whether they&#39;re friends, family, employees, potential customers, etc. And when you put that much time, effort and planning into something, the last thing you want is to have to deal with a difficult host property. </p>
<p><img class="alignleft size-full mr-image-1443" title="sandcastleblog2" src="http://67.238.111.16/mr-content/uploads/sandcastleblog2.jpg" alt="sandcastleblog2" width="297" height="414" />One of the nice things about M Resort is that we&#39;ll let you use just about any space you want to use &#45; the restaurants, the pool, the meeting spaces of course and the terraces. How about those terraces? We recently hosted the <a title="Carlson Wagonlit Travel" href="http://www.carlsonwagonlit.com/en/" target="_blank">Carlson Wagonlit Travel</a> Performance Summit here at M Resort and they made a rather spectacular use of Terrace 3. The theme of the summit was &quot;Shaping our Future&quot; and they decided on a beach theme for their closing reception. How to bring those two things together? How about a 46 ton, 13&#39; tall, 4-day to &quot;shape&quot; sand sculpture? Courtesy of <a title="The Sand Sculpture Company" href="http://www.sandsculpting.com/" target="_blank">The Sand Sculpture Company </a>based out of Woodstock, Illinois, the attendees of Carlson Wagonlit Travel&#39;s summit definitely got something special at their special event. </p>
<p>Whatever it is, big or small, indoors or out, business or pleasure be sure to make your special event special. And remember that here at M Resort, we&#39;ll make it a point to help you accomplish that and make it as easy as possible for you.</p>
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		<title>Veils &amp; Vino</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 24 Jun 2010 17:00:14 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Wedding season is in full swing and Vegas just happens to be the wedding capital of the world. With all that matrimony in the air, we decided to offer you an event that&#39;s all about weddings. M Resort will host the &#34;Veils and Vino&#34; Bridal Affair presented by Mix 94.1 and KLUC 98.5 FM on]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a title="Weddings" href="http://www.themresort.com/meetings/mee_weddings.html" target="_blank"><img class="alignleft size-full mr-image-1270" title="Brideblog" src="http://67.238.111.16/mr-content/uploads/Brideblog.jpg" alt="Brideblog" />Wedding</a> season is in full swing and Vegas just happens to be the wedding capital of the world. With all that matrimony in the air, we decided to offer you an event that&#39;s all about weddings. <a title="M Resort" href="http://www.themresort.com/" target="_blank">M Resort</a> will host the &quot;Veils and Vino&quot; Bridal Affair presented by Mix 94.1 and KLUC 98.5 FM on Saturday, June 26 from 1 to 4 p.m. inside our conference center. The event is open to the public, but you must register on our website here.</p>
<p>Veils and Vino is the ultimate in everything bridal, from invitations and catering to d?cor and fashion. Designed to be an intimate event and to provide brides-to-be with one-on-one attention, Veils and Vino will feature approximately 20 wedding industry vendors that are a must-see for any bride planning her big day.</p>
<p>The intimate bridal affair begins with a cocktail reception sponsored by M?et champagne and culminates in a spectacular fashion show featuring the latest bridal gowns and wedding attire. Veils and Vino takes place inside our expansive <a title="Meetings" href="http://www.themresort.com/meetings/meetings.html" target="_blank">conference space</a>, which affords brides-to-be the opportunity to visualize our wedding facilities, which include multiple meeting rooms, a spacious ballroom and outdoor terraces. The boutique size of the resort will allow it to become your wedding party&#39;s personal playground. Imagine a bridal party spa day in Spa Mio, a bachelorette party poolside, rehearsal dinner 16 floors up in Veloce and a wedding reception in the grand ballroom.   </p>
<p>Brides will have the opportunity to speak to representatives from M&#39;s catering and banquet team and destination spa and to see how all their wedding needs can be customized under one roof &#45; including their wedding cake. The resort will showcase custom wedding cakes made by award-winning pastry chef Jean Claude Canestrier and available in its patisserie <a title="Baby Cakes" href="http://www.themresort.com/dining/babycakes.html" target="_blank">Baby Cakes</a>.</p>
<p><a title="Spa Mio" href="http://www.themresort.com/spa/spa_salon.html" target="_blank">Spa Mio</a> will showcase the essentials every bridal party needs to get ready for (and relax after) the big day including hair, facials, makeup, barber services, massages and more. Spa Mio will also offer attendees the opportunity to enter to win four amazing prize packages at its vendor booth including a Wedding Night Package (valued at $4,700), Celebration Package (valued at $1,500), Wedding Day Salon Package (valued at $800) and Day After Wedding Relaxation Package (valued at $425). Complete details can be found at the M Resort booth.</p>
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		<title>Catering Tips for the Client</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 06 May 2010 21:57:06 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Have a social event or business meeting coming up? You should consider having it here at M Resort. Not only can we offer you an amazing setting (even outside by the pool!) and the best service, we can cater it to perfection as well. Since you can&#39;t have every event here at M (though we]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignright size-full mr-image-1240" title="Resort6929Catering3" src="http://67.238.111.16/mr-content/uploads/Resort6929Catering3.jpg" alt="Resort6929Catering3" width="239" height="468" />Have a social event or business <a title="Meetings" href="http://www.themresort.com/meetings/meetings.html" target="_blank">meeting</a> coming up? You should consider having it here at <a title="M Resort" href="http://www.themresort.com/" target="_blank">M Resort</a>. Not only can we offer you an amazing setting (even outside by the pool!) and the best service, we can cater it to perfection as well. Since you can&#39;t have every event here at M (though we hope you&#39;ll at least try), we thought we&#39;d pass along some tips for you as the client to use the next time you&#39;re having a catered event:</p>
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<li>List all your <a title="Catering" href="http://www.themresort.com/meetings/catering.html" target="_blank">catering</a> needs prior to contacting a catering source. Know your budget so they are able to give you an accurate estimate on what they can offer.</li>
<li>Face-time is important, but not completely necessary. If feasible, plan to meet with your Catering Manager. Make sure you understand each other and get to know your venue.</li>
<li>Ask if you can preview another event similar to that which you are planning. You need not attend the event, but seeing how the room is set prior to the doors opening can help you visualize your own event and maybe spark some ideas.</li>
<li>Know what your costs are going to be. Be sure all costs are spelled out in writing.  Gratuities, taxes, labor fees, d?cor fees and any other items need to be understood from both parties so you can accurately budget.</li>
<li>Seating charts to scale help determine how well the room will flow and if any adjustments need to be made. You don&#39;t want to make changes at the last minute before your event as you will have definitely have other things to tend to.</li>
<li>Be sure to discuss all aspects of your event. Linens, china, glass, tables, chairs, audio visual, staff attire and d?cor elements are a good start. Be sure to visualize your event and write down everything you think you will need to make it successful.</li>
<li>Are you serving alcohol? If so, how many bars, what booze will you serve, wine with dinner, cash or hosted bar or a combination of the two? These are a sampling of questions to ask, and the more detailed the better.</li>
<li>Remember staffing guidelines. Most venues follow simple but strict guidelines to staffing for an event. Be sure to ask how many servers or bartenders will be handling your function. If you feel you need more, ask to increase the ratios but be prepared to pay a little extra.</li>
<li>Be sure you understand your billing. Deposits, final payments, and an accurate quote should be carefully reviewed and adhered to. If you add any additional items at the event, expect to sign for them on the spot.</li>
<li>Cost-saving tips vary, but here are a few: Day parties tend to be less expensive than evening affairs. Hire a DJ instead of a band, but be sure you get a sampling of their music first. Weekdays can be less expensive and holiday parties in January are becoming more frequent. Manage your catering choices carefully &#45; do you really need five salads or can you get away with three? Same with entrees and desserts. Go with a beer and wine package instead of a full bar or offer a set amount of drink tickets and go to a cash bar afterwards. Fill your guests with pasta or potatoes when providing action stations and save on adding that extra station.</li>
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<p><img class="alignleft size-full mr-image-1235" src="http://67.238.111.16/mr-content/uploads/MResortCatering.jpg" alt="" width="315" height="183" />So why not have that next catered event here at M? Don&#39;t forget we offer great discounts to locals for events. Call us at 702-797-1919 or check out this link for details: <a title="Catering" href="http://www.themresort.com/meetings/catering.html" target="_blank">Catering</a></p>
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