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Hope Solo and Sydney Leroux at Chateau Nightclub & Gardens in Paris Las Vegas on Saturday, Sept. 28, 2012.
By Don Chareunsy (contact)
Monday, Oct. 1, 2012 | 3:05 a.m.
Olympic soccer champion Hope Solo had at least two reasons to celebrate at Chateau Nightclub & Gardens in Paris Las Vegas on Friday night: her gold medal-winning performance at the 2012 London Summer Olympics, obviously, and the release of her first book, “Solo: A Memoir of Hope.”
Goalie Solo arrived on the red carpet with teammate Sydney Leroux; both athletes were dressed in BCBG Max Azria mini-cocktail dresses. Solo signed autographs for her fans waiting nearby before heading to her party at Chateau’s rooftop under the Eiffel Tower. Former teammate Tina Ellertson, her boyfriend and other friends joined the celebration.
The group enjoyed Dom Perignon Rose and Grey Goose cocktails before Solo and Leroux made their way to the DJ booth, where they surprised partygoers by throwing mini soccer balls into the crowd as the DJ yelled, “Give it up for USA gold medalist Olympian Hope Solo!” The ladies made their way back to the VIP table, where they dance until the early hours of the morning.
Our coverage of Solo’s book signing at nearby Sugar Factory on Friday afternoon was posted Saturday. Thanks to David Becker of WireImage for his photo gallery of Solo and her soccer sisters at Chateau.
Don Chareunsy is editor of VegasDeLuxe.com and senior editor, arts and entertainment, of LasVegasSun.com.
Robin Leach has been a journalist for more than 50 years and has spent the past decade giving readers the inside scoop on Las Vegas, the world’s premier platinum playground.
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Paris Las Vegas The Paris Las Vegas transports visitors to the City of Light. Paris Las Vegas captures all the details of Paris, right down to the cobblestone sidewalks and half-scale replica of the Eiffel Tower and Arc de Triomphe. Wrought iron street lamps line the 85,000 square foot casino with the legs of the Eiffel Tower sit in the middle of 1,700 slots and 90 table games.
Guests can dine at the Eiffel Tower Restaurant, but beware, it's by reservation only. Diners can watch the world pass by at Mon Ami Gabi, a fine French restaurant where the most popular tables are the ones outside facing The Strip. Dining isn't just limited to the French, Asian restaurant Ah Sin is host to many dishes from the Pacific Rim. If you've just hit the jackpot on the casino floor, try the $777 Kobe beef and Maine lobster at Le Burger Brasserie.
Famous pastry chef Gaston Lenôtre opened a branch of his renowned pastry shop on the cobblestone-lined Le Boulevard, a street filled with intimate shops and restaurants, all underneath a blue cloud-filled ceiling. Strolling along Le Boulevard don't be surprised to see an extremely lifelike bronze statue move, that's because it's a real person
The City of Light doesn't go dark after dark. Anthony Cools - The Uncensored Hypnotist checks inhibitions at the door and pushes the limits of the audiences mind and body. Sitting right above the restaurant is nightclub Risqué, Paris' ultra lounge that is as fun as it is fantastic. 3655 S. Las Vegas Blvd. Las Vegas,
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702-967-4111
Chateau Nightclub & Gardens Spanning more than 45,000-square-feet and sprawled across two-stories, Chateau features three separate nightlife experiences including a high-energy nightclub, magnificent Strip-side Chateau Terrace and blossoming Chateau Gardens. By day, Chateau Terrace reveals Chateau Beer Garden, a Strip-side restaurant and bar, open daily at 10 a.m.
The grand opening of the Chateau will take place on Saturday, March 5 3655 S. Las Vegas Boulevard Las Vegas,
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