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Hello, ladies, Carie here with some more deets on my fabu week in Vegas.
Even though I don’t have any bachelorette plans of my own, I know that I’ll be headed back to Vegas when the time comes. I got so many ideas while I was visiting the City of Sin with my girlfriends.
Let’s start with the most important thing—the spa! Out of all of the over-the-top hotels we explored on the Strip, the Bellagio’s Spa & Salon was my fave. Just standing in the reception area was insta-relaxing. (There was this refreshing minty, rosemary scent. It was so yummy, I didn’t want to leave). Like many spas the one at the Bellagio offers a private bachelorette-pampering party package, which includes custom-designed manis and pedis, aromatherapy oxygen treatments and keepsake photos—all while enjoying champagne and strawberries. But what makes it even more special is that the treatment room is extra large so you can fit your entire posse at the same time. And that’s not all—each of you will take home a special gift bag packed with spa products! A girl can never have too many beauty products. Note: Friday through Sunday the spa and salon are only open to guests of the Bellagio. Spa packages start at $310 per person.
While I’m on the topic of relaxation, I might as well clue you in on which hotels have the best pools. Apparently the pool complex at the MGM Grand Hotel is a tropical paradise with a lazy river, waterfalls, five pools, palm trees and three whirlpools. Mandalay Bay’s “The Beach” was created using a mind-boggling 2,700 tons(!) of real sand. There’s also a wave pool in addition to three swimming pools and a river. The Venetian’s pool deck is located on the fourth floor and has great views of the Strip. The open-air has three pools, a hot tub, cocktail service and a Wolfgang Puck restaurant. How is that for fancy? It’s also the home of TAO Beach atop the famous (or should I say infamous) TAO Asian Bistro and Nightclub. The only downfall to all of these great places, you’ve got to stay at the hotel to use the facilities ( I know, major whomp). So if you’re all about the pool, choose your destination wisely.
Now for the best part—nightlife! For those of you who are looking for a little bit of a dance party, you may want to check out Australia’s Thunder From Down Under male revue. C’mon, cutie boys + hot bods – clothes = fun times! And of course, they offer bachelorette specials. You can act like an A-lister and get bottle service at the ultra hot Pure in Caesars Palace or TAO nightclub at The Venetian.
If you want to hit any of the other rockin’ clubs, don’t bother buying the VIP nightclub passes. There are promoters all over Vegas that will give them to you for free (no joke)! Just be careful. Some people actually work for specific spots, while others are scams. Club promoters look pretty professional, wearing suits and taking down your contact info, while con artists, well, don’t. True story: One guy who gave us “free” VIP passes asked us for a $5 tip per person. Isn’t that the same as paying for it? Bottom line—trust your instincts.
Posted by Carie at 10:21 a.m.
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