I'm going to be playing in a slot tournament -- what are the ins and outs? Also, when looking at the tournament flyer, how can I tell if it's a great tournament or a so-so one?

What moves the gondolas along the Grand Canal at the Venetian? It certainly is not the paddling, which is used only for steering by the gondolier. I watched it for about an hour and concluded that a current is generated in the canal, but I couldn't understand how it can be used in both directions after the gondola is turned around for the return trip.

All the maps with locations of casinos only show the Strip and downtown areas. Where can I find something that shows me where all the outlying casino locations are to be found?

How much does a Las Vegas stripper earn?

How do I use my comp dollars? I belong to many slot clubs and have built up comp dollars, but I don't know how to use them toward my hotel room or my meals when I visit Las Vegas.

What's the history of the "Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas" sign?

There is much information on the new great restaurants on the Strip, but where are the better places downtown to get an outstanding meal with outstanding service when price is not a concern?

Do any Las Vegas casinos offer the game of Chinese Poker?

I recently heard from a friend that the "Strip" is not actually within the City of Las Vegas. I do remember seeing a Clark County Emergency Fire Vehicle in front of a Strip hotel on a visit earlier this year but I was under the impression the Strip was patrolled by the Las Vegas Police Department.

Is information given or published about upcoming implosions? I would like to plan a trip to see an implosion take place.