NFTGA Newsletter

February 14, 2016 by

The National Federation of Tour Guide Associations (NFTGA), of which the Las Vegas Tourist Guides Guild is a member, has published its first newsletter of 2016, and it’s an entertaining and informative read.

To read the NFTGA newsletter, click here.

This issue has a recap of the January 2016 NFTGA conference in Washington DC, and despite being caught up in a massive snowstorm, it was a worthwhile and interesting conference for attendees. LVTGG members and friends are encouraged to read the newsletter, and if you’re so inclined, consider submitting your stories or comments for future newsletters.

The LVTGG also welcomes its members and friends to submit your stories or useful information for publication on the LVTGG website. Just click here, or visit the “Have I Got a Story for You!” link in the Members Only section of the guild’s website (you must be signed in to the site to access), or email your story to webmaster@lvtgg.com with the heading “Story.”

Thanks and keep on traveling!

 

NFTGA conference members at the US Capitol, January 2016

Filed Under: 2016, Member News, NFTGA, Resources, Updates

Hammargren Open House 2015 – Oct 31 & Nov 1

October 27, 2015 by

 

We’re never sure if it will be the last time ever – so if you can make it – Go!

See the flyer below and entertainment schedule.

This is not hosted by the LVTGG, go on your own, bring friends and family.

Note there is a $15 per person (12+) suggested donation.

Hammargren's Nevada Day 2015

 

Entertainment – Provided by SUNDAR & LIGHTNING ENT. Las Vegas, USA.
Sundar: talent scout/producer/director/emcee (702) 785-3005
 
Saturday, Oct. 31st 2015 – 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM

From 12:00 noon to 2:00 p.m. – The Dummkopfs

 Open Mic. for Celebrity Guest Artists with Music Director Marc Love

 MC’s: Marc Love & Little J. Gambino (Comedian, BMI Ent. & Ambassador of Peace)

   Sunday, Nov. 1st 2015 – 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM

“Tribute Artists & Impersonators Variety Show”

 * SUNDAR: MC

* Marc Love: Music Director, Tribute to Lee Greenwood, Righteous Brothers and Hall & Oates with
Mark Maynard

* Mark Maynard: (Formerly with “Legends in Concert”) Tribute to Frankie Valli, Righteous Brothers
and Hall & Oates with Marc Love

* Donnie Fox: Tribute to Roy Orbison and John Lennon

* Doug Price: Sax, “Dueling Fiddle” with Kevin Gardner Rose

* Kevin Gardner Rose: Tribute to Charlie Daniels & “Dueling Fiddle” with Doug Price

* Yohon Harbin: (Formerly lead singer with The Legendary “Drifters”) Tribute to “Isley Brothers” and
duet with Dana Lara

* Dana Lara: Tribute to Etta James and duet with Yohon Harbin

* Surprise Guest Singers!

& PAIGE POOLE AS ELVIS !! 
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Certified Professional Las Vegas Tour Guide Training

February 24, 2015 by

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UPDATE: The 2015 CPTG class has ended and was a great success. Congratulations to the 9 guild members who successfully completed the program and have attained their CPTG certification!

If you are interested in taking the training class in the future, please send us a message and we will notify you when the next class is scheduled. Most likely it will be in the spring of 2016.

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The Las Vegas Tourist Guides Guild (LVTGG), a professional association of tour guides and travel companies promoting the integrity of tour guiding in Nevada, invites Las Vegas guides and other interested persons to register for the guild’s Certified Professional Las Vegas Tour Guide (CPTG) training program which will begin March 15, 2015.

The eight session CPTG program provides in-depth focus and training on information and skills relevant to Las Vegas tour guides. Participants receive the valuable added benefit of sessions held in stimulating locations such as the Nevada State Museum Las Vegas, the Mormon Fort, and on-site in Downtown Las Vegas and the Strip, as well as a number of special guest speakers and trainers throughout the program.

Most classes will be held on consecutive Sunday afternoons, with a few exceptions for holidays and site visits. Classes are beginning Sunday, March 15, and will culminate with a final examination. Those who successfully complete the course will receive certification from the LVTGG as being a “Certified Professional Las Vegas Guide.”

Topics include:

  • Practical Guiding Skills and Information
  • Geology and Flora & Fauna
  • Native Americans, Explorers, Pioneers, and Miners
  • The genesis and evolution of Las Vegas, including:

– The Mormon Fort and Helen Stewart
– Downtown and the Railroad
– Hoover Dam, the military, and the Atomic Age
– The Strip, from its origins to today
– Matrimony, Gaming, the Mob, Corporations, and Mega-Resorts

  • Regional locations and attractions
  • Meet & Greet and Event Protocols
  • And more!

For a limited time the CPTG program is being offered for just $50 for current members of the LVTGG. This special offer is available only through March 1 has been extended! LVTGG membership is a requirement of the training program, and annual LVTGG membership is $40.

Registration and payments can be completed on the guild’s website.

For more information, please visit www.lvtgg.com/cptg, or contact the Education Chair, Jerry Perkins, at training@lvtgg.com.

The Las Vegas Tourist Guides Guild is a membership organization of tour professionals and members of the travel and tour industry who live and work in the Las Vegas area. The Guild advocates for the advancement of Las Vegas tour guides and tourism, and provides a liaison between tour guides, employers, and the community. In addition, through training and familiarization visits, the Guild strives to improve the local tour industry and ensure quality service for Las Vegas area visitors.

Filed Under: Certified Guide Training, Las Vegas Guide, Member News, Resources, Updates Tagged With: , , , , ,

West Rim Road Update

April 21, 2014 by

 

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Courtesy of Wikipedia

For those of us that dread that “dirt”road on the way out to Grand Canyon West, otherwise known as Pierce Ferry Road. Fear no more, they started the paving process today!

The first part comes off the normal pavement and extends down what some of us used to refer to as “snake back road”.  The switch-backs are gone. Its now a sloped road with a soft curve at the bottom.

They have removed the rock crushing equipment and are now in the final prep or at least the final grading of the rest of the new roads.  Looks like they will be doing it in stages.  Still a lot of stop and go, flagmen during the day.  So expect delays.  Today we had three stops and a delay of about 20 minutes total.

I was told the end of June for completion and it looks like they will make it.

Filed Under: Updates

Go Tour The Linq

March 20, 2014 by

 

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Courtesy of Wikipedia, N. Stiller

The Linq and High Roller are some of the newest hotspots in Las Vegas and every Las Vegas guide should be familiar with them.

The Linq is the $550 million outdoor retail, dining and entertainment district patterned after The Grove in Los Angeles and is located between the Quad (Imperial Palace) Linq Hotel and the Flamingo.  It is anchored by the High Roller, which is currently the world’s tallest observation wheel and amazing to see up close.

When the property opened, we were some of the first to go and explore it. One thing that many people enjoy is how different and kind of “far away” it feels from walking the Strip.

Caesars has hit a home run with the High Roller, building a skyline-enhancing attraction that helps Vegas  maintain its status as the “Entertainment Capital of the World.”  To make sure you tour it right, go into the Linq Concierge office just past the water fountain.  There you will find friendly Linq Concierges who can give you all the info about the High Roller and shops and restaurants at the Linq.

Tour Groups and The Wheel

For tour groups they have a valet area literally located under the wheel which can accommodate small buses and limos. There is a separate entrance and lobby for charters and groups at the end of the pedestrian area, basically under the High Roller, and a pullout for (2 – 3) motor coaches immediately south of the High Roller on “Linq Way.”

Each of the 28 pods holds up to 40 persons and takes about 30 minutes to go all the way around.  Drinks purchased at an on-site bar can be taken on board, and some specials are offered that include unlimited drinks during your ride. You can buy out a pod or pods for groups.

 

 

Filed Under: Tourist News, Updates

2014 National Travel and Tourism Week May 3 – 11

March 6, 2014 by

See below for some info from the LVCVA via Oscar Goodman on this year’s National Travel and Tourism Week, taking place May 3 – 11, 2014. Get ready to show your pride for helping make Las Vegas the powerhouse of world-class tourism that it is – wear blue, nominate the best guides and other industry members that you know and work with, and participate in the planned activities. If you would like to suggest ways that the LVTGG can participate as an organization, post your ideas in the comments or contact Babs Daitch at thanksbabs@gmail.com.

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National Travel and Tourism Week

May 3- 11, 2014
  The Annual Salute to Travel and Tourism in America National Travel and Tourism Week is fast approaching, and the LVCVA’s Host Committee is planning several activities throughout the community to help commemorate this important week. This is your chance to show your support and continue spreading the message of the importance of tourism.  Opportunities currently include: Resident Rewards
Representatives of the LVCVA are working on securing partnerships with local media outlets to host our annual Residents’ Rewards program. In recognition of Travel and Tourism Week, during the week of May 3-11, 2014, these local stations will put together promotions (on-air trivia contests, etc.) to reward locals with prizes, including staycation packages. Participating hotels, shows, restaurants and other venues will receive airtime featuring logo and descriptive verbiage of the prize and venue. If you are interested in donating prizes for these promotions, please contact Ericka Aviles- Business Marketing Manager at eaviles@lvcva.com

Hospitality Heroes
The Hospitality Heroes program was established to recognize and reward those employed by the hospitality industry for their outstanding service. The LVCVA and the Host Committee are asking for your support in identifying ONE exemplary employee (per property/business) who embodies the characteristics of a “Hospitality Hero“- someone who goes above and beyond to deliver the best customer service and show the best hospitality to every visitor he/she meets. Representatives of the LVCVA Public Affairs team including myself will surprise recipients by recognizing the “Hospitality Hero” at their place of work. In addition, we would love to have your property headliner partake in the festivities. If your resort and/or business is interested in participating, please contact Ericka Aviles- Business Marketing Manager at eaviles@lvcva.com  to request a nomination form.  Las Vegas Landmarks
The tourism color for the state of Nevada is BLUE. During National Travel and Tourism Week, we are asking hotels/businesses to help dress up your property landmarks/attractions in BLUE. If you would like to participate please contact Ericka Aviles-Business Marketing Manager at eaviles@lvcva.com.  Participating properties/businesses will be considered as location spots for on-camera interviews and other photo opportunities.  These will be shared with the US Travel Association and via LVCVA social media channels.

Travel Rally Day
Please save the date for the afternoon of Tuesday, May 6th, your entire staff is invited to the Mob Museum as we rally together to support Las Vegas’ economic engine- Tourism! More details to follow.

We appreciate your partnership and support with this program.  Click here for a video of how National Travel and Tourism week was celebrated across the country last year and join the conversation on social media by following @VegasHosts and @USTravel and using hashtags #NTTW #TourismMatters #TravelEffect

Thank you
Oscar B. Goodman
Chairman- Las Vegas Host Committee
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