KBrylczyk Posted March 21, 2014 Share Posted March 21, 2014 The other day we headed over to The Linq between Flamingo and The Quad, home to the (still closed) High Roller observation (ferris) wheel. Nothing crazy here, just a quick photo update. Oh, and also the greatest invention is the history of everything...the Cupcake ATM. Unfortunately the shop was not ready to open yet when we came by, but I hear they officially opened for business today (the 21st) so I'll be heading back over in a little bit to try the goodies out. This is the interior of one of the "hip" cocktail lounges that are popping up around town. The drink menu is incredibly imaginative. Definitely recommend a stop. Since I'm a professional lighting dude (theatrical), you get to see some of my lighting fixture porn. Standing outside looking into the cocktail lounge. So far there's no dueling pianos (and we're very happy about that). Quick overview of the central plaza. Sprinkles (on the corner there) is the home of the magical Cupcake ATM. The pyramid thingy on the roof changes color in sync with the High Roller's color scheme. Nice little touch! The cute little fountains. This is all they do (that I've seen). Later in the evening we noticed some maintenance guys cleaning the change out of the fountain while the pump room below flooded like Noah was in the area. Growing pains? Or did the designer not anticipate pennies? Oh. My. God. Yes, it is exactly what you think it is. You use it like an ATM and instead of cash dispensing, the door on the right opens to a cupcake for your yummy pleasure. The main sign for the cupcake shop. Brooklyn Bowl's marquee sure looks nice! If you aren't aware, they're a combination bar / restaurant / lounge / bowling alley / concert hall. Basically they're a House Of Blues but with bowling. Quite loud inside but definitely a lot of fun! Hopefully I'll get to a show here sometime soon! Looking down the main entryway to Brooklyn Bowl. Yep, the ATMs inside Brooklyn Bowl are modeled after Zoltar and his wife. Unfortunately they don't do anything when you use the ATM. Kind of a letdown. ACE members rejoice! There's a Ghirardelli shop! This is half of the menu. The other side was coffee drinks. High Roller's marquee. Currently only the gift shop is open, because even though you didn't ride it, you want the shirt that says you did! Yep, it's big. They haven't let the palm trees blossom yet. The palms are still tied together. The lighting is great! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KBrylczyk Posted March 21, 2014 Author Share Posted March 21, 2014 Terrible news! The cupcake ATM is still closed. According to one of the guys working there it's going to open to the public later today because the first cupcake will be going to Holly Madison, since, you know, she's a cupcake connoisseur. Looks like I'll be heading back sometime next week to give it a try. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Stratosphere Posted March 31, 2014 Share Posted March 31, 2014 Hello everyone! We took our first spin aboard the High Roller in Las Vegas! Tickets are now on sale the the prices are listed in a photo below. The wheel is magnificent, very futuristic and modern. Everything about it is a true experience. It takes about 30 minutes to go around non-stop, but the wheel will stop to load and unload wheelchairs etc. It is absolutely worth it, if you are in Vegas be sure to check out The High Roller and The Linq, so much to do and a great addition to our city! Enjoy the photos! Ready for my first experience aboard the High Roller The passenger cabins are huge, you board while the wheel is still in motion. This is the cabin we rode in. Quite the futuristic look here! The wheel is just massive! Hello Monorail! Looking East Looking to the Southwest and the Flamingo is in view. Looking south, about half way to the top. Harrah's and Mirage The view from 550ft up! Looking straight down from 550ft A look at the Linq The world's largest Yard House and the world's largest observation wheel together. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrlittle Posted March 31, 2014 Share Posted March 31, 2014 The High Roller looks like a lot fun. The whole area around the high roller looks great. I'm definitely going to have to go next time I'm in Vegas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bert425 Posted March 31, 2014 Share Posted March 31, 2014 looks awesome! so the Linq is where the alley used to be between Flamingo and O'Sheas? (where in the world are they gonna park the paddy wagon now?. . . LOL) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Stratosphere Posted March 31, 2014 Share Posted March 31, 2014 so the Linq is where the alley used to be between Flamingo and O'Sheas? (where in the world are they gonna park the paddy wagon now?. . . LOL) Yes,it is where the Oshea's parking structure used to be, implosion linked below. [youtu_be] [/youtu_be] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gisco Posted March 31, 2014 Share Posted March 31, 2014 The views from High Roller must be pretty awesome at night. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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