Las Vegas is the “Entertainment Capital of the World” with plenty of exciting shows, including National Meat Association’s MEATXPO’05, Suppliers’ Exposition and 59th Annual Convention. Through the years, Las Vegas, meaning “The Meadows” in Spanish, weathered a number of changes in its stage presentations, policies, and prices, but one thing remained the same for over 50 years... doing things big was a given. Some traditions have changed including parents bringing children along at special prices especially during the summer. Las Vegas has also become America’s hottest restaurant market. In the last several years, the number of restaurants has nearly doubled to more than 1,000. On an average, a new dining facility opens every week with celebrity chefs adding clones of their famous signature restaurants, including Mark Miller’s Coyote Cafe, Emeril Lagasse’s Orleans Fish House and Delmonico’s (Lagasse’s steak house), Julian Serrano’s Picasso,Todd English’s Olives plus so many more. Another notable change in Las Vegas is the abundant collection of exquisite works of art. The Wynn collection is world-class and includes works by Matisse, Van Gogh, Modigliani and Picasso, just to name a few. Las Vegas is no longer the honky, tonky town of yesteryear, but one of the finest destinations in the world.

National Meat Association’s host hotel, Rio Suite & Casino Resort, is in a class by itself. Off the beaten path of the strip, this beautiful hotel-casino offers the extravagance of suite living, the excitement of first-class shows and lounges, the action of non-stop gaming and the luxuries of the world’s top resorts. Offering more variety in food choices and a new comtemporary design, the “Carnival World Buffet” is better than ever. It was voted “Best Buffet” for 2004 in the “Las Vegas-Review Journals” Best of Las Vegas poll. From standard suites of 600 sq.ft. and all amenities to 1600 sq.ft. suites with a 180 degree view of the city, guests can truly enjoy the luxury of this hotel. NMA requests all its attendees make reservations at the Rio to ensure the association meets its room block commitment.

TRAVEL INFORMATION

Hotel Rio Suite Hotel & Casino Resort call 702-252-7777 - $150 single/double

Air United Airlines call 800-521-4041 and refer to Meeting ID number 529CB for applicable discount rates.

Car AVIS - call 800-331-1600 and refer to number J628842 for applicable discount rates.

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