After saving for months, we purchased tickets for Cher on September 28, 2008. She CANCELLED, much to the heartbreak of my wife. What happened?

I’ve heard that the new Brand Steakhouse at the Monte Carlo is offering a deal where if you can eat 120 oz of steak with fixings, the meal is on them. Has anyone tried or even finished this meal? Also, are there any other hotels/restaurants that offer ’deals’ like this?

A bunch of high school buddies are all turning 21 in the next few months and we’re coming to Vegas over Christmas to tear up the town. One of the girlfriends claims that the cops bust guys for getting too close to strippers in topless clubs. I can’t believe this. I mean, Las Vegas? C’mon! She insists it’s true, but I think she’s just trying to scare us off. What’s the real deal out there?

Do any of the Nevada tribal casinos pose a competitive threat to Las Vegas, Reno, etc.?

Given the number of quality and celebrity kitchens in Las Vegas, what hands-on cooking classes are available for those of us not interested in a culinary career?

We just returned from Las Vegas and noticed the Aladdin has been replaced by Planet Hollywood. It hasn't been that long since we were staying at Polo Towers while the Aladdin was being constructed. Was the Aladdin remodeled, or torn down and a completely new hotel/casino built? Just curious.

Since Steve Cyr was featured in the book Whale Hunt, what has become of him?

This one's a dual Q&A, since we've received numerous questions from opposite ends of the spectrum. For example: "Every time we visit the Venetian I get a severe headache and have to leave. What is the fragrance/smell they use in the casino? We noticed it in the Palazzo too." And: "I love the scent when you walk through the Venetian casino and lobby. Can you find out what exactly it is, and whether I can buy an air freshener or candle to create the same scent at home?"

Is it inappropriate to tell your bellhop that you'd rather bring your bags up to your room yourself? I don't have a problem with tipping, but I'd rather do things like this on my own.

I'm sure this has been answered, but I was curious to know which casino (Strip, downtown, off-strip, etc.) has the largest gaming floor? Who has the most slot machines?