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Las Vegas is an epic spot for a girl’s weekend trip. Each time I visit, I come back loving it more than before.
A while ago, my best gal pal invited me along with her niece to a girl’s weekend in Vegas. We had the best time ever, and had a blast painting the town red! Here are my tips on :
HOW TO SPEND A GIRL’S WEEKEND IN LAS VEGAS
Take an Early Flight
If you only have a few days to spend in Vegas, it is best to arrive early in the day. For our girl’s weekend trip to Vegas: someone else arranged my flights. The flight was too late in the day. We only had time to get dinner and go out for a bit, it made for a long day. There is so much to do and see, so make the most of your weekend by getting there early.
Where to Stay
This time we stayed at the Mirage. It was my first time to check in there, a very beautiful hotel ! The pool was my absolute favorite part of the stay. It reminded me of a Hawaiian beach, even though there were no ocean waves. Palm trees galore, views to die for and the hot October sun- it doesn’t get any better!
A little tip to consider when planning pool time; If you are only staying 2-3 days: ask about the pool schedule at check in. Most hotels have their pool times posted, but they don’t always stick to schedule. We found out the hard way. We made plans to swim on day two, in the late afternoon. When we came back from town, we found out the pool was closing early for an event. We were so bummed!
If you’ve already visited the ” Miracle in the Desert”, you know the choices for accommodation are endless. I don’t know about you, but I refuse to spend big bucks on a hotel room. Most travelers spend very little time in the room. If a hotel is clean, updated and has a pool- that is all a girl really needs! I would rather save my dollars for shows, shopping and tours.
When you go, plan some time to stroll through as many hotels as you can. They are each a unique attraction to behold. I featured some of them in a previous visit .
Another affordable hotel, (which has the most epic pool in Las Vegas) is the Golden Nugget in Old Town Las Vegas. It is a landmark boutique hotel, with vintage charm you will fall in love with. Walking through the halls whisked me back to my childhood days in the 70’s. The décor is fabulous with amazing retro vibes.
Visit Fremont
Fremont is one of the best kept secrets of Vegas! It is where the Las Vegas strip first got its start. When people speak of “Downtown Las Vegas”, they are usually referring to this area. Fremont street dates back to 1905, when Las Vegas was founded.
The “Fremont Street Experience was born in 1994. This is when the canopy was added overhead and it became a destination in the city. This street offers non stop entertainment and nostalgia.
Fremont is top on my list for “go to” experiences in Vegas, be sure to add it to your itinerary. There is zip lining, stages with entertainment, shopping and every kind of zany street act you can imagine.
Also in Fremont are 4 huge casinos( some recently remodeled) and lots of good eating. One popular eatery not to miss : The Heart Attack Grill . It’s one of the most interactive dining experiences I’ve ever had.
Set your teeth into a burger stacked 4 patties high, sing karaoke with the servers or line up for a whack from a paddle for not finishing your food! If you go be prepared to be outfitted in a hospital gown, it’s all part of the experience!
Where to Find Nightlife
Although Las Vegas is known as a huge party city, you don’t have to drink to have fun. I’m not much of a drinker, but do like to enjoy a blue Hawaii now and then . I mostly love experiencing the vibes and energy of the many unique lounges on strip.
Vegas has several rooftop bars, with views to take your breath away day or night! The Mandalay, Rio and Stratosphere are all ones I’ve visited. None of them offer dancing, but the views are enough to keep one entertained for hours.
The girls and I visited a unique nightlife spot at Caesers Palace, called Cleopatra’s Barge. It’s actually a small floating lounge off the casino floor. The band playing that night; Saxman Duo is the best music I’ve heard in Vegas so far. They play 70’s and 80’s Motown music. Now they mostly perform at Harrah’s piano bar across the street.
If you love glam and glitz the “Chandelier” at the Cosmopolitan is the place for you! Three lounges span 3 floors and each one is encased with mega long clusters of crystal. It feels like sitting inside a huge sparkly wine glass! Each lounge has a different vibe. I’m sure you can find one to suit your tastes.
What to Wear
Are you wondering what to wear while in Las Vegas? Check out my Ultimate Style Guide . It will take you from day to night in style in the city that never sleeps!
If you’ve never been to Vegas, I hope you can make plans to visit soon. It’s a very affordable trip and doable on a small budget, especially if you are traveling from the west coast of the U.S.
I hope you enjoyed this article about about how to spend a girl’s weekend in Las Vegas and don’t forget to check out some of the other travel posts on the Code of Style.
Thank you for reading
Valerie
