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Hidden on the third floor of The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, you won't know this little eatery is there unless you follow the record-lined hallway that ends in a tiny, standing-room-only place. Order ahead so you can to avoid any long waits, especially during pool season. Not many people know you can place an order ahead, this makes it easy with the energetic kiddos. If you have more than three people in your party order a whole pie and customize it any way you’d like.

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Arrive early, they take drink orders at the beginning. If you arrive right at 6, or after, you won’t get to order a drink till after the food is served. Ask for the Dragon or Romania sections, they are middle of the field and offer great views. As far as rows, any seat no matter how far back is great.

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When you’re ready to refuel, grab a bite at Beach Bar and Grill or a cocktail at one of three bars. The wave pool is wonderful, and the lazy river will keep the kids entertained, and you relaxed for hours. Ask about cabanas, especially during slower times. They can come with a food and beverage minimum instead of a rental fee, and they usually have more space around them than the beach chairs. Hotel guests are free, but visitors require a reservation via the website for a fee.

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After you hit up the arcade, get your thrills going over 67mph on the world’s first coaster to feature a 180-degree “heartline” twist and dive maneuver with a 203-foot drop. The average wait time is about 30 minutes if you are waiting for the front row and about 15 minutes if you are waiting for anywhere else on the train.

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The most family-oriented exhibits are Illuminarium, Wink World, Omega Mart, and Haleys Comet. The easiest way to choose the exhibits you want is to walk around, but the kids could get restless doing “nothing.” Stay away from bundles as not all experiences are family-friendly, and they don’t let you substitute any options.

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Don’t be afraid to ask the staff questions, they are knowledgeable and make the experience that much better. Go during off hours, people aren’t aware the aquarium is open later and it is usually less crowded.

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This is a great exhibit for history buffs to learn the story of King Tut's tomb through sets, artifacts, and multimedia installations, that immerse visitors in the sights and sounds of Howard Carter’s great discovery. The exhibit takes about 60-90 minutes. I like taking my time in each room but make sure the whole family is interested or some can get bored quickly. Look at all the activities around the exhibit, there is often a lot to do.

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The Titanic Exhibition tour is entirely self-guided, so you can take your time experiencing all of it. On average, it takes about two hours to walk through the exhibit, depending on your pace, so wear comfy shoes.

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