Top-Notch Stays

DayBEST& OF LAS VEGAS TRAVEL Night LAS VEGAS PICKS: Around the Clock SUPPLIERS: Top-Notch Stays MAY 16, 2011 • SECTION 2 OF 2 • VOL 70 • NO 17 2 BEST LAS VEGAS PICKS 6 The Cosmopolitan 8 The Venetian & The Palazzo 10 Caesars Entertainment Las Vegas 12 The Mirage Hotel & Casino Salon Bellagio 14 Bellagio Pamper Party The city of Las Vegas—the eye candy of America, 16 ARIA Resort & Casino Day 18 Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority a playground for adrenaline junkies, and a fix for luxury 20 Tropicana Las Vegas seekers. The city of sin attracts all types of characters While it’s no surprise that not all who visit Las Vegas venture 22 The Signature at MGM Grand from all over the world to its bright lights and outdoors while the sun is still up, it may shock some how much 24 Monte Carlo Resort and Casino fantastical attractions with its overabundance of fun. there actually is to do during the day. From award-winning golf 26 New York-New York Hotel & Casino courses and hiking trails located outside the city to decadent 28 Cirque du Soleil spas and, of course, the famed Las Vegas pool scene, daytime in 30 Palms Place Hotel and Spa As one of the world’s most visited cities, Las Vegas this city is, surprisingly, hopping. 32 Vdara Hotel & Spa is a place of infinite extravagance—day or night. All 34 Best of Las Vegas Quiz that have sold Las Vegas before know that premium 35 PH Towers Westgate POOL PARTIES gaming, unmatched shows and wild nightclubs are The famous Las Vegas pool scene is hard to match—a place sites will offer their fair share of parties over the course of the EDITOR the well-known bells and whistles of this city’s famed where the nightclub crowd comes for day. These “pool season, so keep this in mind when planning a poolside visit. Lauren Flowers parties” are not what you remember as a child. With golden DESIGNER nightlife, but daytime attractions, five-star restaurants tans, sexy vibes and drinks aplenty, crowds dance to the Alissa R. Williams and outdoor excursions are now drawing in more pulse of poolside DJs. Which are the best? Well, that depends GROUP DIRECTOR, CUSTOM CONTENT SPAS Elizabeth West crowds than ever. on your mood. After your clients enjoy a lively night on the Las Vegas Strip, VICE PRESIDENT/PUBLISHER rest and relaxation are just what the doctor ordered. Luckily, Bob Sullivan The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority’s The most popular rundown includes the famed Rehab at pampering is easily found at this city’s no-expense-spared PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR the Hard Rock Hotel, which is arguably the best pool party in luxury spas in just about every resort. With so many options Michele Garth 2010 Visitor Profile Study reported that visitor spending town on Sundays; Moorea Beach Club at Mandalay Bay, it can be hard to choose which Zen den offers the most PRODUCTION SPECIALIST Lisa Gonzales on non-gaming elements increased last year, while which boasts a water park, beachside gaming and a laid-back coveted facilities. vibe; Bare at The Mirage, where topless sunbathing and VIP For comments, suggestions or questions, visitors going to paid attractions went up by nearly write to custom@travelweekly.com. 20 percent. Meanwhile, the average per-trip spending service is standard; TAO Beach at The Venetian, hailed by The award-winning Canyon Ranch SpaClub at The the young party crowd; and MGM’s Wet Republic, wild on Venetian and The Palazzo is really one spa hard to beat. NORTHSTAR Travel Media, LLC on food and drink also increased, from $250 to $257, Saturdays with one of the largest European-style pools 100 Lighting Way, 2nd Floor With the 69,000 square feet of pampering space and The Secaucus, NJ 07094 201-902-2000 proving the Las Vegas market is well and thriving. around. But, be sure to call ahead and have clients check-in Palazzo’s recently renovated SpaClub, these resorts can early if they plan on sunbathing (or even sitting). proudly boast one of the largest day spas in the world. Unique www.travelweekly.com To inquire about advertising in Travel Weekly’s With glitzy, new events and scenester spots popping amenities include the 40-foot climbing wall, classrooms guides, contact Bruce Shulman, Associate Publisher: This season, M Resort is debuting its new Villaggio del offering everything from nutrition lectures to salsa dancing 561-799-1788 or bshulman@travelweekly.com. up all the time, the Las Vegas to-do list is truly Sole main pool deck with heated infinity pools, fully equipped lessons, signature treatments, such as the highly sought after Material in this publication may not be reproduced in never-ending. We’ve got the new go-to list for around- cabanas and the upscale, adults-only DayDream pool. Both Canyon Ranch Mango Sugar Glo Conditioning Body Scrub, any form without permission. ©2011 by NORTHSTAR the-clock “best of” Las Vegas fun. and a renowned wellness center. And, The Palazzo side of the Moorea Beach Club, Mandalay Bay Travel Media, LLC All rights reserved. Trademark TRAVEL WEEKLY club offers unique wet spa options at its Aquavana suite. used under license from NORTHSTAR Travel Media, LLC Courtesy of MGM Mirage Printed in USA So whether your clients are traveling with family, While you really can’t go wrong booking any of Cover Images from Top: Red Rock Canyon; Las Vegas at Night coming to party or testing their luck in this casino Las Vegas’ spas, other facilities that top the list include the capital, these hailed attractions are some of best Bathhouse Spa at THEhotel at Mandalay Bay, part of Spa Las Vegas has to offer—day or night. Mandalay, and, as expected, the Bellagio Las Vegas Spa. ADVENTURE CLUBS Many forget that Las Vegas is a paradise nestled literally in the “Hitting the clubs” is an expression that cannot be fully grasped This summer, Las Vegas will welcome James Beard Award- middle of the desert. Therefore, it’s no surprise that the city’s without a peek into Las Vegas nightlife. From exclusive tables and winning Chef Michael Richard at Caesar’s Palace. Bringing his natural surroundings aid in outdoor adventures that are easily bottle service to sexy beats and crowded dance floors, the fun popular Washington, D.C. restaurant, Central 24/7, to the Strip, doable in half-day excursions for a little exercise and sightseeing comes out when the lights go out at these one-of-a-kind hot spots. Richard will feature a specialty cocktail menu, full bar as well as before heading back to the slots. signature dishes—in true Las Vegas style—24 hours a day. For many, nighttime in Las Vegas is actually the start of Always the crowd pleaser is TAO at The Venetian. Between the Send clients to Red Rock Canyon National Conservation their day. With uncountable hot spots and trendsetters private veiled booths, its trendy young crowd and the oversized For the night owls looking for an all-in-one experience, send them Area, a 30-minute drive west of the Strip for some hiking and on every block, the options for dining out, going out and Buddha statues, this club is the ultimate party scene. So, for to LAVO Italian Restaurant & Nightclub at The Palazzo. This biking along its 13-mile scenic route through the area’s staying out hold some of the top reviews in the city. younger clientele, suggest dressing to impress and popping in for trendy joint is the latest from the creators of TAO Asian Bistro 500-million-year-old red hills. Visitors can also rock climb or a TAO-tini. and offers delicious Italian cooking amid its alluring atmosphere. take guided hikes while checking out some fascinating Tell clients to keep their eyes peeled for celebs as this hot spot Native American carvings. Similarly, Valley of Fire State Park And while TAO’s scene is hard to match, JET at The Mirage is sits below an award-winning nightclub. hosts 150-million-year-old rock formations and over 34,000 ENTERTAINMENT one dance floor that really does reign above the rest. Locals acres for hiking, located just an hour northeast of Las Vegas. Cirque du Soleil is everyone’s show of choice, as these and visitors alike come here just to show off their moves to the Guided tours here showcase the unique Lost City Museum—an performances are nothing short of spectacular. This spring rhythm of the multiple DJs playing across the club. GAMING area of ancient Native American artifacts and art. and summer, guests can go behind the scenes of the Some say you can judge a good Las Vegas casino by the number raved about LOVE at The Mirage and “O” at Bellagio, with Soon to be new to the Las Vegas party scene is Bellagio’s of locals that play there—and when we say locals, we mean big Another adventurous escape, which many travelers are surprised the new Cirque Insider Access package, provided by Hyde Lounge, which is replacing the resort’s somewhat shots. But, the casino capital of the world ranges in everything to even know exists, is Mount Charleston. Visitors can cool BestOfVegas.com. This pass includes a backstage tour frumpy Fontana Bar. This 12,000-square-foot venue will begin from high roller tables to slot filled rooms, sparing no cost when it down from the Las Vegas sun as they ski the 12,000-foot and insider access where guests will enjoy the show from construction in May, with a grand opening set for New Year’s Eve.

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