Whether for the gambling, for the grandiose shows, for the stunning hotels or for the bars, Las Vegas always impresses and constantly innovates. New addresses have emerged in recent years and a few more will be added in the coming months. Here are some suggestions to keep in mind for your trip to the Sin City.
NEW GOURMET ADDRESSES
Yes, Vegas has plenty of buffets and fast food, but most of all, there are great restaurants of international renown that will delight all foodies. The already extensive list of good addresses has been expanded this year to include great new products.
Among the novelties is The Bedford restaurant, signed by Martha Stewart at the Paris hotel. It’s a place where dishes are made with fresh ingredients and where the businesswoman and author’s chic, country-style decor really comes into its own.
As a lover of Asian flavors, CHÏ Asian Kitchen recently opened its doors in a stunning setting at the Strat Hotel. Salt, pepper and jalapeno calamari, Chinese curry puffs, Japanese fried chicken… you’ll lick your fingers!
Under the direction of Executive Chef Luke Palladino, the Laguna Pool House & Kitchen offers dishes for every appetite. The menu is reserved for large, even huge, portions to be shared in groups of four to six people. A platter of pizza, chicken wings and chicken fillets is $115 and the sushi boat with assorted rolls and nigri is $350.
Imported from New York’s East Village, Cathedrale in Las Vegas offers dim lighting, shiny metallic accents and cuisine inspired by the flavors of France, Spain, Italy and Greece. . The restaurant is best known for its $37 omelet, which is topped with potato chips, Kaluga caviar, and fresh cream.
Hot bars in Las Vegas
There is no shortage of places to party in Las Vegas. Be sure to visit them, fun is guaranteed!
BrewDog is a restaurant, bar and lounge featuring craft beer. Featuring a panoramic rooftop terrace, over a hundred beers on tap, and a full menu of tacos, salads, pizzas, and other bites.
Step back in time to the 1950s at Delilah, a supper club with colorful shows and hearty meals. Expect live performances, DJs, jazz nights and a few surprises.
Ghost Dunkey is probably the most difficult bar to find, hence the name. Located in the Cosmopolitan Hotel, enjoy delicious tequila- or mezcal-based cocktails and Mexican-inspired appetizers.
Velveteen Rabbit is a cocktail and craft beer bar with a decor straight out of a children’s story. In the heart of the Arts District, the eclectic space features artwork, retro furniture and a gorgeous pink outdoor patio, as well as a fantastic cocktail menu.
Shows and events not to be missed
There’s nothing quite like Las Vegas attractions!
This year there will be numerous spectacular shows and events. New features include the Wynn Las Vegas site’s Awakening show, which tells the story of torn lovers trying to find each other through circus acts, puppets, and other special effects.
Cirque du Soleil still performs several classics, but a new production is in the making: Mad Apple, a show based on the exciting life of New York at night.
You can’t miss the giant ball moving through Las Vegas hotels, the MSG Sphere. Seating 18,000 at 360 feet, this magnificent new, state-of-the-art venue will open in the next few months with the U2 group.
Sports fans probably already know that the city will host the Formula 1 Grand Prix on November 16-18, where cars will race at speeds in excess of 300 km/h over a nearly 4-mile route between the Strip and race down the adjacent streets.
Another upcoming sporting event: the SuperBowl in February 2024.
The Punk Rock Museum is a place not to be missed if you are nostalgic for the beginnings of this music genre that shaped a generation. It’s even possible that one of your favorite stars will be available for a tour! Anti Flag’s Chris, NOFX’s Fat Mike and The Casualties’ Rock Lopez were among the guest artists last month.
The immersive attraction and 360 degree project “At the Museum of Illusions” in Las Vegas is also a great excursion to plan while visiting the city. Several exhibits put all the senses to the test when nothing seems to be the way it really is.
OVERNIGHT IN LAS VEGAS
- A number of well-known hotels have decided to redesign some of their rooms in recent years. This is the case with, among others Bellagiofrom Luxor And New-York, New-York who have modernized several of their suites for your comfort. The Hard Rock Hotel has been 100% renovated to become it Virgin Las Vegas.
- You can also find something new all the way north of the Strip Resort World Consisting of 3 hotels in the same location: the Hilton, the Conrad and the Crockford and, just a few steps away, the Fontainebleau Las Vegas which is about to open its doors and its 3700 rooms.
- If you haven’t been to Vice City in a few years, this is the place to go About Also one of the newest (2020) amazing hotels with an adults only rooftop pool.
SOME ESSENTIALS
Las Vegas has some must-sees that are worth visiting, whether it’s your first visit or your tenth. One thinks of the Ferris wheel, among other things high roller near the LINQ Hotel, to one (or more) of the great shows of the Cirque du soleilTo Bellagio fountain who dance to the rhythms of our favorite music or to flights of fancy Helicopter flight to the Grand Canyon.
One thing is for sure, whether you’re there for a weekend or a week, you’ll always find something to do.
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Practical information
get there
- There are several direct flights to Las Vegas Airport from Montreal and Quebec. The price varies depending on the season and day of the week, but you can expect a minimum of $600 round-trip. The flight lasts 5h30 and the time difference is 3 hours.
weather report
- Contrary to what you might think, Las Vegas is not hot all year round. The best time to travel is spring and autumn when the temperatures are comfortable. In summer, temperatures can reach 41 degrees Celsius (compared to an average of 15 degrees Celsius in winter), but rest assured: the casinos, theatres, restaurants and hotels are well air-conditioned, as are the many swimming pools to keep you cool.
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