Let’s start with  a cool deal on a late-night munchie at Planet Hollywood:  For just $4, you can get two “street-style” tacos at Yolos Mexican Grill inside the PHo casino.  Look for the cart near the front of the bar and order your choice of chicken or beef fillings then doctor them up with salsa, onions, cilantro and lime.  We got one of each and they satisfied our hunger for something to soak up the booze nosh on at midnight.  (This seems to be a “weekend only” deal since we saw the cart appear on Friday and Saturday nights but never on Sunday.)  Check out Yolos’ regular menu as well — the spot garners 4 out of 5 stars from reviewers at yelp.com.

Located just off the lobby’s registration area, the Bellagio gardens are a huge draw for Vegas visitors — we’re talking both first-timers and seasoned Vegas travelers — because of the seasonal changes that take place in the glass-domed space.  This time of year is our absolute favorite because of the over-the-top Christmas decorations.  Sparkling trees?  Check.  Gargantuan ornaments?  Check.  Stunning glittering tree with flying reindeer and electric train? Check, check and check.

Be sure to include a stop at the Bellagio gardens if you’re in town this holiday season.  We can’t think of a better “Vegas Value” than this free holiday-mood-inducing display.  And don’t forget your camera.  (It made us so ho-ho-happy that we’re using a photo we took as our website background for this month.)

Use these special offer codes and links when booking your next trip:

Las Vegas Sale: Get up to 25% off at prime Las Vegas Hotels and Resorts – Expires 11/17/10

Expedia Holiday Bonus: Book a flight now, get $200 off your next vacation! – Expires 12/20/10

Budget Special: $25 off your weekly car rental! Use Coupon Code #MUWZ022 – Expires 12/31/10

Be sure to join the free Total Rewards Club at any Harrah’s property to get the $99 deal.  Non-members pay $119 so it makes sense to grab a free players club card. Once you have your card, go to the Planet Hollywood box office to purchase the pass.

Here’s more info straight from Harrah’s website:   “You’ll be issued an All Stage Pass credential, or you may use your Total Rewards card. Then proceed to the box office of any show you wish to see. You’ll be able to pick up your show tickets no earlier than two hours prior to show time. Tickets are based on availability.”

For all the details plus a list of shows and locations, visit Harrah’s website here:  All Stage Pass from Harrah’s

You can also check out our reviews on some of Las Vegas’ best casual restaurants such as Mon Ami Gabi at Paris, BLT Burger at the Mirage and Payard Patisserie and Bistro at Caesars Palace.  Just click on the “Dining” tab for all the spots we’ve visited — the good and the bad.

Also, be sure to check out the latest list of restaurants participating in the Restaurant.com program and save some big bucks on your next Las Vegas dining experience.

Save 80% off on every $25 Gift Cert. order. Use code FOUR and Pay $2 thru 10/12/09 only at Restaurant.com.

• Spend the days lounging by the expansive pool complex (considered to be one of the best pools in Las Vegas!) and the evenings at the Fremont Street Experience’s “End of Summer, What a Bummer Bash” featuring a long weekend of music Friday, September 4 through Monday, September 7. Highlighting the holiday weekend will be concerts by Canned Heat on Saturday, Sept. 5, and Three Dog Night on Sunday, Sept. 6.

• The Golden Nugget is giving i4vegas.com customers a THIRTY PERCENT (30%) DISCOUNT on rates between now and December 29, 2009. Don’t miss this opportunity to stay at a beautiful AAA Four-Diamond hotel at such reasonable prices. You will also receive the Golden Value Book valued at $250.

* One complimentary breakfast or lunch buffet with purchase of one
* One complimentary ticket to “Simply Ballroom” with purchase of one
* One complimentary cocktail or beer at Claude’s Bar or the International Beer Bar
* Spa – $10 Off any salon service totalling at least $50
* $10 in FREE Slot Play when you join the 24 Karat Club
* $25 in FREE Slot Play when you are a qualified member of the 24 Karat Club by earning 1,500 points
* $10 Match Play Voucher on any table game except poker
* Receive $60 in chips for a $50 buy-in in the Poker Room (non-smoking)
* Receive 10% Off a retail purchase at Essentials or Style & Trend
* $5 Off any entree at any Landry’s restaurant location (except at Golden Nugget)
* 15% off a Budget car rental (Budget is located in the hotel lobby)

* See actual coupons for details and restrictions. Golden Nugget management reserves all rights.