Regardless if you have already been to Las Vegas, or if this is your first time, you are definitely in for a grand adventure! Actually one of the biggest challenges can be trying to decide on the things to do in Las Vegas.
People choose Las Vegas as their rendezvous point for a variety of reasons: reunions, casino vacations, bachelor and bachelorette parties, weddings, and general unwinding and relaxation. No matter what you’re there for, it’s a city that demands a plan — there’s so much to do with so little time, it is best to come with an agenda in advance.
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Here are six tips for a fun weekend in Las Vegas:
1. Bring appropriate clothes
During the day, the typical Las Vegas attire is very casual. People often relax by the pool or walk on the Strip, so it is common to wear flip-flops, sandals, shorts and t-shirts. You also need to factor in the heat during summer and the colder weather during winter.
Las Vegas is also a city that never sleeps, so bring attire that matches the Vegas nightlife. To look the part in the top clubs or bars, guys should be wearing ‘smart casual,’ which is pants, a collared shirt, and smart shoes. For the ladies, dress up and wear your best skirt or dress, and pair it with boots or heels, or dark jeans and a smart top. This allows you to indulge and hit all the things to do in Las Vegas.
2. Shop to your heart’s content
Las Vegas has some of the best shopping centres in the world so be prepared to open your wallet and splurge a little. There are high-end shops in the Forum Shops at Caesars, the Shops at Crystals, and the Grand Canal Shoppes at The Venetian. You can also get some amazing discounted deals at the Las Vegas North Premium Outlets downtown.
When thinking about things to do in Las Vegas, this is a no-brainer. Go ahead and spend some money on yourself! Shop for your Las Vegas party outfit before you paint the town red and hit the Las Vegas night scene.
3. Eat the good stuff
Fine dining, steak, seafood, pasta or buffet? Your craving is Las Vegas’ command! With endless culinary options available, all you have to do is choose. From fancy restaurants headed by famous executive chefs to numerous international buffets with nightly feasts, your appetite will be satisfied. Go ahead and indulge your taste buds with the best of the city’s offerings!
There are just so many good things to do in Las Vegas, so make sure to put down some of your must-visit restaurants in your itinerary.
4. Play in the Casinos
Throwing down some money, taking a risk and letting Lady Luck take the lead is what makes Vegas so exciting. There are many options to choose from: slots, poker, blackjack, roulette, Texas Hold’em, baccarat, and a whole lot more! If you’ve never played any of these games before, make sure you learn and practice a little before you arrive in Sin City so you don’t spend too much time getting acquainted with the rules of the games.
If you are thinking of playing poker, it would be wise to study up on some poker terminology before hitting the tables, lest you find yourself left out of the lingo, so to speak. Vegas is unforgiving and draws top players from across the world, so already knowing terms like the big blind and straddle will allow you to just focus on your cards rather than the rules. So come prepared, memorize some odds, practice your poker face, and hit the tables like you’ve already won!
5. Dance the night away
If this is your inaugural trip to Las Vegas, you must experience one of their exquisite nightclubs. It is an all-night, high energy, non-stop dance party that will surely blow your mind. The scene is filled with gorgeous people dressed in high fashion, dancing together in one big party to the sounds of all genres.
Some of the popular clubs are by swimming pools, like Marquee, Tao, and XS. Other clubs are elevated to showcase a beautiful view of the Strip, like the Foundation Room and Chateau Rooftop. It doesn’t matter which nightclub you choose because the experience will be nothing less than epic!
6. Book your reservations in advance
Booking your reservations in advance will save you from the hassle of waiting in line, remove your anxiety of not knowing whether a certain restaurant or hotel is full or not and will save your precious time thinking of what to do next. This applies to shows, concerts, hotels, restaurants, and clubs. So book your itinerary in advance to get the best of what the city has to offer for that grand weekend!
