Fabulous Las Vegas : A guide for the first time visitor
Fabulous Las Vegas : A guide for the first time visitor
Emily Crum
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What to eat, see & do on a trip to Las Vegas! This guide is perfect for first time visitors to the Sin City!
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Las Vegas Baby!
People often have mixed feelings about Vegas but I believe if you just lean into for what it is you will end up having a good time no matter what!
Here is what to do, see & eat in Las Vegas!
Be sure to check out my other guides & tip if you found this guide useful! Enjoy!
Transportation
The Strip is walkable but Ubers are available if going off the strip. No need to rent a car if you are just staying in Vegas.
There is also a 24 hour bus called “Duece” that runs on the strip. An all day pass is $8. Download the rideRTC app.
For something more luxurious hire “Blacklane” for your transportation needs.
When to go?
Las Vegas is great to visit any time of year but I would avoid it during the summer as it can reach into the hundreds.
Where to Stay
I would recommend staying on the strip for your first time to Vegas! This way your are close to all attractions & restaurants. I stayed at the Bellagio which was fantastic! For my next visit, I would love to stay at the Wynn.
Wynn Las Vegas
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A elegantly designed luxury hotel that has been rated as one of the best on the strip
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Bellagio Hotel & Casino
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A classic Las Vegas resort with the famous fountain show! Check out the hidden speakeasy “The Vault”
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Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, Curio Collection by Hilton
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This resort is one mile off the strip. But it still has everything you want in a Vegas hotel! A great pool, entertainment, restaurants & bars
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Where to Eat & Drink
While in Vegas be prepared to spend a little more money on food & drink than you are used too. Make reservations ahead of time if able to do so
Coffee + Breakfast
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Counter-serve outlet for breakfast and coffee, sandwiches, soups and salads in downtown Vegas
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Sadelle's
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A swanky all day cafe in the Bellagio hotel. I still think about the avocado toast today
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Eggslut
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Egg-centric spot in a hotel serving classic & signature sandwiches, plus dessert & coffee
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Primrose
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Charming, French-inspired bistro at the Monte Carlo Resort & Casino with brunch & a garden patio
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Bars/ Lounges
Rosina Cocktail Lounge
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Order champagne at the push of a button at this moody cocktail lounge
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Mama Rabbit Mezcal + Tequila Bar
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Mama Rabbit is an ode to mezcals and tequilas from across Mexico
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The Chandelier
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Crystal-ensconced bar at the Cosmopolitan offers distinctive bars spanning 3 floors & a posh vibe.
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Restaurants
TAO Asian Bistro & Nightclub
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Ritzy Asian eatery with a massive Buddha statue, select sushi & other Japanese, Chinese & Thai fare
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CHICA Las Vegas
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Sophisticated choice for elevated Latin cuisine from chef Lorena Garcia at The Venetian Las Vegas
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WAKUDA
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Inspired by the Shinjuku ward in Tokyo, WAKUDA redefines high-end, modern Japanese dining.
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é by José Andrés
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Snug, upscale hideaway at The Cosmopolitan hotel with a steel-topped bar & Spanish tasting menu. Make a reservation well in advance
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Top of the World
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Rotating New American restaurant on the 106th floor of Stratosphere Tower offering panoramic vistas.
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Gordon Ramsay Fish & Chips
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British-themed counter serve by well-known chef Gordon Ramsay for elevated fish ’n’ chips
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Lago
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Italian cuisine. Get a reservation with a table near a window to see the Bellagio Fountain Show
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Beauty & Essex
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Hidden behind a pawn shop storefront, lies an elegant and vintage restaurant
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Bavette's Steakhouse
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Classy choice for prime meats, seafood towers & classic cocktails at the Monte Carlo
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Best Friend
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Korean-Mexican fusion menu with vibrant interiors by notable Los Angeles chef, Roy Choi
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Blue Ribbon Sushi Bar & Grill - Red Rock
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Offers a full menu of Japanese cuisine including pristine quality sushi and sashimi and Japanese specialties from the hot kitchen
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What to see & do
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"O" by Cirque du Soleil
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An AMAZING show.
"O" celebrates the beauty of theatre by weaving a tapestry of creativity, surrealism, and romantic theatre
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Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens
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An atrium featuring vibrant, seasonal scenes composed of plants, flowers & trees.
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Las Vegas Strip
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Wander around and check out other hotels like Cesars Palace, ride the gondola in Venice, or go up the Eiffel Tower at the Paris
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The Mob Museum
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Located in heart of downtown Las Vegas, The Mob Museum is an interactive attraction showcasing the history of these famed gangsters.
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Day Trips/ Tours
Desert Adventures
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Kayak on the Black Canyon & soak in a hot spring on this outdoor adventure. This tour will pick up & drop off from your hotel
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Pink Jeep Tours Las Vegas
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Explore destinations outside of the strip like Valley of Fire State Park, the Hoover Dam & even the Grand Canyon
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Emily Crum
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Hi! I’m Emily & I am a certified travel adviser based in the Pacific Northwest!
My sister (my traveling buddy) and I love to travel to destinations that have an amazing local food scene, proximity to the outdoors and have a strong sense of culture & design. We like to travel with a balance between luxury & budget! We have been traveling together for six years and I spend hours researching our destinations to find unique places & things to do but also keeping in the classics.
Here on Thatch, I create super detailed guides and itineraries to destinations that we have personally visited or plan on visiting. These destinations have everything we love about travel! Among tips and tricks for each destination I also always include the best spots for coffee, local shopping & the best boutique hotels to stay!
If you are interested in having me book your travel as your travel adviser with potential upgrades and perks email me at emily.crum@fora.travel
My personal upcoming travel includes Montana, BC Canada & Costa Rica!
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