Concierge Corner
KARA MESEGUER OF THE JW MARRIOTT RESORT & SPA REVEALS THAT “SIN CITY” IS ABOUT MUCH MORE THAN JUST BRIGHT LIGHTS AND CASINOS FIRST TIMER? The two-and-ahalf- mile stretch of the Las Vegas Strip has some of the largest and most diverse hotels and casinos in the world. Don’t miss the impressive water fountains at [...]
KARA MESEGUER OF THE JW MARRIOTT RESORT
& SPA REVEALS THAT “SIN CITY” IS ABOUT MUCH
MORE THAN JUST BRIGHT LIGHTS AND CASINOS
FIRST TIMER? The two-and-ahalf- mile stretch of the Las
Vegas Strip has some of the largest and most diverse hotels
and casinos in the world. Don’t miss the impressive water
fountains at the Bellagio Hotel (www.bellagio.com). There are
endless shows to see but make sure you catch one of the five productions of Cirque du
Soleil (www.cirquedusoleil.com). If you’re looking for some old-world charm amongst the bright lights, then visit Freemont Street in downtown Las Vegas
BEEN BEFORE? Take a hike through the breathtaking
scenery of Red Rock Canyon (just 30 minutes from
the city), or take in the Hoover Dam before jumping into
a kayak for a wild trip down the Colorado River
(http://kayakhooverdam.com).
For those of you feelinga little devilish, get your picture taken with Hugh Hefner
and the Playboy Bunnies at Madame Tussauds wax
museum (www.madame-tussauds.com).
POWER LUNCH Mon Ami Gabi
(www.monamigabi.com),
across from the Bellagio water fountains, has a patio overlooking the Strip and Las Vegas’s version of the Eiffel Tower – it’s famous for its fish and chips. For those with a big appetite, you won’t be disappointed by Bellagio’s champagne brunch.
TAKE A DATE Take a gondola ride inside the Venetian
Hotel and then relax by the pool on the new TAO Beach
(www.venetian.com). Or the Lake Las Vegas resort
(www.lakelasvegas.com) offers an indulgent
“Champagne and Chocolate Cruise” package.
TOP TIPPLE Enjoy a cocktail at the hotel bar of Stratosphere (www.stratospherehotel.com),
which has a 360º panoramic view of the city. Or take in the view at the Mandalay Bay
(www.mandalaybay.com), which offers outdoor
seating overlooking the Las Vegas Strip.
TAKE HOME From the Fashion Show Mall (3200 Las
Vegas Blvd S, +1 702 784 7000), the Forum Shops at
Caesar’s (3500 Las Vegas Blvd S, +1 866 227 5938 – US only,
toll free) to Las Vegas Premium Outlet Mall (875 South Grand
Central Parkway, +1 702 474 7500) the shopping options are
endless. Don’t leave without getting your own bright lights
of Sin City – a miniature light-up version of the “Welcome
to Fabulous Las Vegas Nevada” sign – or there is plenty
of gambling paraphernalia available to take home, too.
KARA MESEGUER is the Concierge Supervisor at the
luxury JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort & Spa.
JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort & Spa, 221 N. Rampart Blvd,
Las Vegas, + 1 702 869 7777; www.jwlasvegasresort.com
