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Privacy NoticeWith its bright lights, endless entertainment options and incredible nightlife, Las Vegas truly is the ultimate playground for holidaymakers from across the globe. From the buzzing Las Vegas Boulevard to the JLo and Ben Affleck approved A Little White Wedding Chapel, Sin City is never short of things to do. Given its renowned reputation as being a party destination like no other, bars and casinos are open 24/7, and it’s not unusual to see people drinking cocktails at 9am. By day DJs entertain the bikini-clad crowds at buzzing pool parties and by night the sequins are out in force. However, if that wasn’t enough to tempt you, OK!’s Becky Ward suggests a few more reasons why a trip to Nevada’s largest city is a must… You can learn roulette for free and watch Katy Perry Nobody can fail to be in awe of the famous Strip, where you can wander along simply marvelling at the sheer extravagance on display. If you fancy taking part in the action, but aren’t sure where to start, some of the casinos even offer complimentary roulette lessons. Ker-ching! If soaking up a show is more your thing though, then you’re in for a treat – or several! We opted for Cirque du Soleil’s Love at The Mirage. The performers wowed with aerial acrobatics, colourful costumes and energetic dancing to a backing track of Beatles hits. You can also catch gigs from the likes of Katy Perry and Bruno Mars, both in residence there this summer.
Las Vegas is known for its shows, such as Cirque du Soleil
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Elsewhere, there are sprawling shopping malls to explore. Our favourite was the Grand Canal Shoppes at The Venetian, where you’ll find everything from Skechers to Jimmy Choo. The bars are super quirky We headed to the prohibition-style Barbershop Cuts & Cocktails bar. But don’t be fooled by the entrance, which is through an actual barbershop – behind those hairdryers there’s a brilliant night awaiting you! As we sampled the “spiked juices” and admired the bar’s extensive whiskey selection, the superb band treated us to hours of live music. Throughout the week, watch The Barbershop Cuts and Cocktails take on a completely different vibe with its faded karaoke sessions and ‘All Request Sundays’. It’s a hotspot for foodies The party scene may be a focal point of Vegas but there’s more to Sin City than that. In fact, Vegas is a hotspot for foodies, too. There are so many high-end restaurants, you could eat in a different one every day for a year. If you’re a fan of Gordon Ramsay, the celebrity chef has five eateries along The Strip alone.
The Mayfair Supper Club features a series of singers and dancers
We dined at Beauty & Essex, with its glamorous decor and twinkling chandeliers, and enjoyed melt-in-the-mouth beef Wellington and brown butter scallops. Meanwhile, Japanese restaurant Morimoto at the MGM Grand had us photographing all our dishes. Everything we ordered was beautifully presented – and just as tasty. Our knowledgeable waiter’s recommendations didn’t disappoint either. The toro tartare, whitefish carpaccio and braised black cod were all exceptional. We also dined at Brera at The Venetian, enjoying classic Italian dishes in Vegas’s version of Venice’s St Mark’s Square. The standout dish was the squash blossoms – tempura-fried and three-cheese-filled, with English peas and spicy aioli.
Las Vegas is a hotspot for food lovers
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Our mealtime highlight was The Mayfair Supper Club at the Bellagio, however. We were entertained by singers and dancers as we drank champagne and nibbled Wagyu and caviar sushi rolls topped with edible gold, followed by an exquisite steak and exuberant dessert. You can soak up the sun With summertime temperatures reaching 30°C to 40°C, The Cosmopolitan hotel is your best friend. The hotel has two pools, with a choice of loungers, day beds and cabanas, ideal for the soaring temperatures. Our favourite, the Boulevard pool, overlooks The Strip, reminding you that you’re in the heart of Vegas.
The Cosmopolitan hotel boasts a choice of two swimming pools
The Marquee Dayclub is perfect for anyone looking for a party vibe
The Marquee Dayclub is the place to be seen on weekend afternoons. A young and trendy crowd descends on this popular pool party to dance in front of the DJ and sip eye-wateringly expensive cocktails! Looking for something a little less lively? Visit the stunning Sahra Spa, where an 80-minute Mana Llomi massage left us feeling fully revitalised. And you can soak up the history too! To see another side of Vegas, head downtown for an evening. We started at The Mob Museum and learnt about the city’s ties to the Mafia while getting a taste of what it’s like to work for the American police force in the Firearm Training Simulator.
The Golden Nugget is one of the oldest casinos in Sin City
Then we hit the Fremont Street Experience, where you’ll find street performers and three stages with live music under the illuminated screen ceiling. If you’re feeling brave you can zip line the length of the street. Nip into the Golden Nugget, one of the oldest casinos in Vegas, when you’re feeling peckish. There’s a steakhouse, Italian, Asian and Mexican restaurants inside. How to book See ba.com or virginatlantic.com for direct flights from London Heathrow to Las Vegas. Rooms at The Cosmopolitan start from £175 a night on weeknights and £357 at weekends, see cosmopolitanlasvegas.com. For eateries details, see themayfairlv.com, taogroup.com/venues/beauty-essex-las-vegas, thebarbershoplv.com, breraosteria.com and mgmgrand.mgmresorts.com/en/restaurants/morimoto. For experiences, see cirquedusoleil.com/beatles-love, cosmopolitanlasvegas.com/resort/spa, taogroup.com/venues/marquee-dayclub-las-vegas and themobmuseum.org. For more, visit lvcva.com and visitlasvegas.com. READ NEXT: Cabin crew reveals the five things you should never do on a flight including pressing toilet flush Inside Joe Wicks’ romantic Ibiza getaway with pregnant wife Rosie Millie Mackintosh’s travel tips for young kids including why to pack corn flour Ibiza’s booze limit to Italy bikini bans – holiday rules Brits will face this summer Sign up to our daily newsletter for the BIGGEST exclusive celeb interviews, TV news and more Story SavedYou can find this story in My Bookmarks.Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right.Follow OK! MagazineFacebookTwitterCommentMore OnTravel
