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Known for his one-of-a-kind voice and daring style, Cee Lo Green draws attention wherever he goes, but he's had enough of the paparazzi capturing every move he makes. With the help of his trusted chauffeur, Cee Lo escapes to the one place on earth where he can find a retreat from the flashbulbs of the press: Las Vegas! After all, What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas.

With a true understanding of the Vegas Code, we will never know Cee Lo's "Only Vegas" moments, but we've picked a few Vegas hot spots that are certified safe for tweeting, posting, tagging and sharing. These spots also feature that distinctive Cee Lo flair.

Escape the paparazzi at Canyon Ranch SpaClub at The Venetian Resort Hotel Casino, a glorious respite from the action of the city, and rest assured this sanctuary is all Vegas VIP. With its incomparable class and incredible views, the rooms at Wynn Las Vegas define the experience of "luxury." Elevate your party by experiencing the sparkle of Las Vegas on the 64th floor of THEhotel at Mix, where the stunning 24-foot chandelier of 15,000 hand-blown glass spheres dazzle like champagne bubbles. If 64 floors aren't enough, then take it to the top with SkyJump at Stratosphere. The ultimate Vegas free fall from the 108th floor is one heck of a view.

Shopping in Vegas is a must. Stroll through Crystals at CityCenter, an unprecedented array of the world's most exclusive retailers including many flagship stores including TOM FORD, Roberto Cavalli, and Louis Vuitton. The glamour doesn't stop there, be entertained by GRAMMY award-winning music icon and inspiration to Cee Lo, Elton John at Caesars Palace.

Call your friends, pack your bags, book a trip, and explore the luxury Las Vegas has to offer. But remember, knowing the code is the first step in truly experiencing your "Only Vegas" moments. Sign the oath and report those who violate the code.  

     They all come from different states, but this week, the contestants in the 2012 Miss America Pageant have one thing in common -- Las Vegas.

     The participants in this year's pageant got a chance to experience Vegas this week before a new Miss America is crowned this Saturday night at Planet Hollywood. We asked some of them about the host city:

   MISS CALIFORNIA, NOELLE FREEMAN

   Q: Where do you love to shop in Vegas?

   A: The Forum Shops at Caesars are always the first stop when shopping in Las Vegas!
   There is so much to see and buy, I could spend an entire day there! Love the huge staircase too!

MISS CONNECTICUT, MORGAN AMARONE

Q: What's your favorite Las Vegas restaurant, or the one you want to try the most?

A: You can't beat any of the restaurants in Las Vegas, but Nobu (at the Hard Rock Hotel) takes the cake!

   MISS DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, ASHLEY BOALCH 

   Q: What luxury spa would you like to spend a day enjoying in Vegas?

   A: I have read that the Mandarin Oriental in Las Vegas has one of the most amazing spa 
   treatments in the world. Experiencing the Luminescence Massage and Body Treatment,
   which entails a Swedish massage, revitalizing body scrub and Pearl Powder, is definitely on my must-do list!

MISS HAWAII, LAUREN CHEAPE

Q: What's your favorite Las Vegas restaurant, or the one you want to try the most?

A: Hash House A Go-Go (Imperial Palace, Plaza, M Resort). After seeing it on Diners, Drive-ins and Dives, I just had to try it. It has a unique combination of foods and huge portion sizes.

   MISS KANSAS, CARISSA KELLEY

   Q: What luxury spa would you like to spend a day enjoying in
   Las Vegas?

   A: Canyon Ranch Spa at The Venetian.

MISS LOUISIANA, HOPE ANDERSON

Q: If you could live at any resort in Las Vegas, which would you choose?

A: The ARIA at CityCenter. It's smack dab in the center of everything and the architecture and open layout make it a perfect place to relax and people-watch. The restaurants are incredible, it has a fabulous mall and you're minutes from everywhere else.

   MISS MISSISSIPPI, MARY MARGARET ROARK

   Q: What would you do if your talent led to a headlining show in Las Vegas on the first
   night your name appeared on the marquee?

   A: Faint! Then take a picture. Then rock it out on stage!

MISS MONTANA, VERONIKA OHLINGER

Q: What is the best advice you can give to a first-timer in Vegas?

A: Take in as much as you possibly can! There are tons of shows, shopping areas, restaurants, and even more activities to experience. Do some research online and figure out which of these attractions appeal the most to you and make sure you put them on the top of your list!

   MISS NEVADA, ALANA LEE

   Q: What's the one thing in Las Vegas you can't miss?

   A: No trip to Las Vegas is complete without seeing the spectacular Fountains of Bellagio.
   They have become a Las Vegas staple through exposure on television and in
   numerous films. It's a wholesome activity that's sure to impress!

MISS OKLAHOMA, BETTY THOMPSON

Q: What would you do if your talent led to a headlining show in Las Vegas on the first night your name appeared on the marquee?

A: If I was on the marquee for a headlining show in Las Vegas, I would definitely want a picture in front of it with as many of my friends and family as possible!

   MISS SOUTH CAROLINA, BREE BOYCE

   Q: What Vegas performer do you think you are most like and why?

   A: Terry Fator! I love his impersonations and comedic style. I definitely feel that with my
   celebrity impersonations and humor, we are most alike! I love to make people laugh and it
   is evident he does as well.

MISS VERMONT, KATIE LEVASSEUR

Q: If you could only bring three things on a trip to Vegas, what would they be and why?

A: My Burt's Bees lip balm for the desert air, my camera to document the incredible experience and my best friend to share the experience with!

   MISS VIRGINIA, ELIZABETH CROT

   Q: What Vegas performer do you think you are most like and why?

   A: I'd like to think Elton John (at Caesars Palace), because I can sing in multiple
   genres.

MISS WASHINGTON, BRITTNEY HENRY

Q: What luxury spa would you like to spend a day enjoying in Vegas?

A: Green Valley Ranch spa. I've been before and it was a great experience!

     You're ready for the ultimate commitment, but before you walk the aisle, there's one more thing you should vow to do -- enjoy a weekend of rowdy bachelorette fun in Vegas!

     Get your group together and start your weekend with a little shopping -- or even a lot of shopping, because at the Fashion Show mall on the fabulous Las Vegas Strip, you'll have nearly 2 million square feet filled with more than 250 specialty shops to peruse to your heart's content.

     Then, it's time to give yourself the pampering you deserve with a soothing and rejuvenating spa treatment at Canyon Ranch SpaClub inside The Venetian. Immerse yourself in 134,000 square feet of gracious, tranquil gathering places; a health and wellness center; massage, skin care and body treatment rooms; a three-story rock-climbing wall; Bridal and Barber Suites; and AquavanaTM, the most complete European-style thermal treatment suite.

     Then, it's time to fuel up for an amazing night out. Head to the Cosmopolitan and enjoy some tapas and other tantalizing cuisine at Jaleo, where culinary mastermind Chef Jose Andres has brought the authentic flavor of Spain to Las Vegas!

     After a great meal, it's time for some dessert, so how about a little eye candy? See the muscular men of Australia's Thunder From Down Under strut their stuff at the Excalibur.

     Of course, you can't have a bachelorette party without some sizzling nightlife, and no place can match the club atmosphere of Las Vegas! Be sure to check out Ghostbar, the sultry and sophisticated indoor-outdoor lounge and sky deck on the 55th floor setting of the Palms.

     Step up your bachelorette party with some interactive fun, where pole dancing is not just spectator sport -- come unleash your inner bombshell with Stripper 101 at Planet Hollywood. Master new moves in an erotic, sexy class.

     Make the most of your bachelorette party with a Las Vegas weekend you'll never forget!

Flowers, chocolates and cards are nice, sure, but this Mother's Day, give your mom something that will last forever -- memories of an amazing Mother's Day trip to Las Vegas!

Remember those times she cooked and did the dishes? It's her turn to enjoy some great food. Fortunately, there's still time to take part in the culinary event of the year -- Vegas Uncork'd! The world's greatest chefs and sommeliers gathered for a weekend of delectable dishes.

Moms deserve to be pampered, too, so set her up with a treatment from any of Las Vegas' unique, invigorating and refreshing spas.

     Help her escape to  Qua Baths and Spa's Arctic Ice Room at Caesars Palace, where she can relax in the "snow" in the form of mint-infused air falling from a domed ceiling at 55 degrees.  It's the coolest spa treatment she'll ever enjoy, and it's only in Vegas. The Palms Place Pool & Spa combines the cultural histories of Turkey, Tunisia, Morocco and Spain and is the first spa in Las Vegas to offer a hammam - a traditional Turkish bath.

     Other refreshing and invigorating signature treatments that Mom will love can be found at the Adventure Spa at Red Rock Resort, the Canyon Ranch Spa at the Venetian, Oleksandra Spa at Treasure Island and the Aquae Sulis Spa at the J.W. Marriott, to name a few. 

     Then, it's time to treat Mom to a real Vegas show! Watch a dream unfold before your eyes at Le Reve at Wynn Las Vegas.

So many ways to express your gratitude, so give Mom the Mother's Day experience of a lifetime in Vegas!