5 Top Things to Do in Las Vegas for Christmas and New Year's Eve
If you’re traveling to Las Vegas for the holiday season, here are 5 top tips for planning an epic vacation at Resorts World Las Vegas.
Headed to Las Vegas for the holidays? The city is packed with festive events and experiences, and it’s a good idea to plan out your trip now to ensure you get the most out of your visit while eliminating last-minute stress. This time of year, the best Las Vegas hotels, restaurants, and events book up fast, so we’ve put together a guide to help make your holiday experience in Las Vegas fun, memorable, and easy!
Here are our top recommendations for how to spend the holiday season at Resorts World :
Book Your Las Vegas Hotel Accommodations: Where to Stay for the Holiday Season
The Glittering Lights of Resorts World Las Vegas
You’re going to want to book your hotel soon since the holidays are a popular time in Vegas. Resorts World Las Vegas —- which includes Las Vegas Hilton at Resorts World, Conrad Las Vegas at Resorts World, and Crockfords Las Vegas, LXR Hotels & Resorts — offers stylish and comfortable accommodations, surrounded by plentiful choices for entertainment, dining, pampering, and shopping.
VIP Infinity Pool at Resorts World Las Vegas
The resort has an innovative casino experience and 5.5-acre swimming pool complex. It’s located on the north end of the Las Vegas Strip on Las Vegas Boulevard across from Las Vegas Convention Center expansion and Fashion Show Las Vegas mall, making it an ideal home base.
Save 20% when you book New Year’s Eve at Resorts World Las Vegas. (Exclusions may apply.)
A guest room at Conrad Las Vegas at Resorts World
The Conrad is known for ultra-stylish accommodations that combine art, tech, and luxury with premium amenities.
Guest Room at Las Vegas Hilton at Resorts World
At the Las Vegas Hilton at Resorts World, you’ll find the comfortable accommodations and attentive service that Hilton is known for. This stylish resort features 1,774 full-service guest rooms and suites with standard Hilton amenities.
If you’re looking for the ultimate luxury experience, Crockfords Las Vegas, LXR Hotels & Resorts is the destination for you. This lavish hotel offers 236 guest rooms, suites, and villas for a highly personalized experience. There are only five Crockfords worldwide!
2. Make Your Dining Reservations: The Best Las Vegas Restaurants for the Holidays
At Resorts World Las Vegas, there are more than 50 food and beverage destinations.
Las Vegas is known for incredible cuisine with top chefs from around the globe at the helm of the city’s many amazing restaurants. At Resorts World Las Vegas, there are more than 50 food and beverage destinations. These dining options feature globally-inspired dishes, so you can plan the perfect meals for your Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Years Eve, and New Years Day celebrations in Las Vegas. Here are some of our picks for a uniquely Las Vegas dining experience:
Cocktails at Alle Lounge on 66
Alle Lounge on 66 at Resorts World Las Vegas
At this elegant cocktail lounge, you can enjoy fine and rare spirits, small plates, and desserts with expansive Sin City views from the 66th floor! There are also creative mocktail options for those that want to have fun sans alcohol. Live entertainment includes a Spanish guitarist on Thursdays and a saxophonist on Fridays.
Seafood at Aqua
If you love seafood, you won’t want to miss a meal at Aqua. This seafood and caviar restaurant from Michelin-starred chef Shaun Hergatt provides a decadent and memorable destination for your holiday celebrations. If you’re feeling especially indulgent, start your meal with the Crispy Potato with Caviar. You can follow it up with options like the Lobster Spaghetti Pomodoro, Dover Sole, or Halibut. Save room for the “Caviar Ball” dessert, which is blackberry cheesecake with blackberry gel.
Creative Mexican-Inspired Cuisine at ¡VIVA!
¡VIVA! Restaurant by Ray Garcia at Resorts World Las Vegas
Ray Garcia, the chef behind ¡VIVA!, was named Esquire Magazine’s “Chef of the Year.” ¡VIVA! restaurant highlights crave-worthy bold, flavorful dishes with a creative approach to Latin cooking. You’ll enjoy regionally-inspired dishes with fresh seasonal ingredients. Of course, there are also plenty of delicious ceviches, guacamoles, salsas, and margaritas to enjoy.
3. Plan Your Entertainment
VIP Booth at Zouk at Resorts World Las Vegas
Las Vegas is one of the top entertainment destinations in the world for live music, DJs, and comedy. Whether you love dancing the night away to top DJs, prefer a live music performance, or just want to laugh, you’ll find it all at Resorts World Las Vegas. Here are some of the not-to-be-missed highlights to book for the holidays:
Carrie Underwood
See Carrie Underwood at her Las Vegas Residency at Resorts World Las Vegas this holiday season!
Can you imagine how much fun it would be to get VIP passes to see 8-time Grammy winner Carrie Underwood? VIP package options options offer the chance to get a picture with Underwood, exclusive autographed vinyl copy of Denim & Rhinestones (Deluxe Edition), delicious pre-show cuisine, and more. Holiday season dates for Carrie Underwood include Nov. 29, Dec. 1, Dec. 2, Dec. 6, Dec. 8, Dec. 9, Dec. 13, Dec. 15, and Dec. 16.
Luke Bryan
Country music star Luke Bryan will be playing on select dates from Dec. 29 through Jan. 6 at Resorts World Las Vegas.
Country music star Luke Bryan will be playing on select dates from Dec. 29 through Jan. 6. He’s known to put on a fun, high-energy show with amazing Las Vegas production. Get a seat in the first five rows when you purchase select VIP packages. It’s the perfect gift to put under your favorite country music fan’s Christmas tree!
NYE and Top DJs at Zouk Nightclub
Enjoy dancing to sets from the world’s top DJs at Zouk Nightclub. The club features state-of-the-art sound and lighting systems, multiple bars, and luxurious VIP booths. RL Grime will be performing on Dec. 28, Odesza on Dec. 29, and Zedd on Dec. 30. You can also ring in the new year with Kaskade on Dec. 31.
Forever Midnight Music Festival
Immerse yourself in music at Insomniac’s newest festival Forever Midnight on Dec. 30 and New Year’s Eve. The line-up includes Eric Prydz, Sofi Tukker, John Summit, Green Velvet, and many more.
RedTail for Sports and Games
RedTail by Zouk at Resorts World Las Vegas
Sports fans will love the football viewing experience at RedTail, a restaurant and lounge for all ages. In addition to expansive TVs, guests can also enjoy arcade games, live entertainment, and interactive games.
4. Buy Holiday Gifts or Treat Yourself
Fred Segal store at The District at Resorts World Las Vegas
If you love shopping the latest trends and unique curated goods, you’ll feel like a kid in a candy store at The District at Resorts World Las Vegas. The destination provides 70,000 square feet of shopping, offering everything from designer couture to delicious foods. Some favorite shopping destinations to hit include:
A look inside Fred Segal at Resorts World Las Vegas
Fred Segal, the Los Angeles-based boutique that offers curated collection of clothing, jewelry, and more
O Bag, a unique boutique that allows you to customize your handbags
Sugarfina, a candy store perfect for gifts or treats to satisfy your sweet tooth
Wally’s, the place to find top wines, spirits, and gourmet gifts from around the world
5. Get Pampered: Relax with a Spa and Salon Treatment
Awana Spa at Resorts World Las Vegas
Whether you need a break from your family or want to recover from holiday partying, unwinding at Awana Spa is the way to go. Awana Spa and Wellness at Resorts World Las Vegas offers the perfect opportunity to chill out with a relaxing treatment. Here are our tips to help you head into the new year feeling your best:
Get to Awana Spa early for extra relaxation time. The spa has four vitality pools, heated tepidarium chairs, and a crystal laconium with salt therapy.
Book the World of Wellness Massage “I am Revived” to ease tension, stress, and body aches.
Reserve your beauty services at Miss Behave Beauty Salon. Sip on champagne or cocktails as you get your hair, makeup, and nails ready for all your holiday and Christmas events.
Whether you’re planning a romantic holiday getaway or a large family gathering, Resorts World is an ideal destination for a fun holiday experience that is uniquely Las Vegas!
We partnered with Resorts World Las Vegas to bring you these Las Vegas holiday tips! For more information, visit Resorts World Las Vegas.
[Images courtesy of Resorts World Las Vegas]
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