Tuesday, June 17, 2014

Vegas Baby!

I don't understand how anyone can not like Vegas. And for the record, I never gamble when I'm there. Who wants to throw away money when I can spend it shopping or eating or at a fabulous show?

I love Vegas! The sights, the sounds, the people, the food, the entertainment, the dry heat, the pool. Everyone is happy in Vegas. And no one sleeps. Ever.

We celebrated our dear friend Kelli's last weeks of single hood before she ties the knot.  It was the perfect girls trip and I couldn't ask for better company to share it with!

This time around we decided to stay at the quieter end of the strip. Best decision ever. The hotel had a floor of recently upgraded rooms and we weren't always caught in the hustle and bustle of the busier parts of the strip.  We also had a car so we enjoyed more freedom- venturing off the strip to investigate amazing little shops like a foot massage spa that gave the most amazing massages for only $22 an hour. Love a bargain!

One of my favorite parts of Vegas is the Ross store.  Brand names at discount prices.  Can't go to Vegas without going to Ross! Shopping is in my blood.... and I love a good bargain! Wait, am I repeating myself?!

The pictures tell the best story...

We arrived!






Our ride for the week...





First scenery pic... I was a bit anxious!





View from our favorite lounge- The 107 Lounge, on top of the Stratosphere...


























 One of the best MJ impersonators around... truly a great show!

























 Views of the hotel:
























 Pool time! Another perk of staying at a calmer hotel...the pool was almost empty!












 A quick pit stop at the Mirage...


Where else but Vegas can you turn an abandoned alley into a gorgeous area of restaurants and shopping?!  The new attraction, the High Roller...






Exploring at the Linq...












Embarking on a Vegas Party tour... look at our fun group!





Champagne brunch!






Zarkana- seriously one of the best shows. I sat in amazement with my mouth wide open.... mesmerized for 2 hours.








This pic doesn't do the stage justice but we weren't allowed to take pictures during the show.


Sightseeing!  The Chandelier at the Cosmo:





Flowers at the Bellagio!













The fountains at the Bellagio

















One last cucumber martini to celebrate the trip!





Okay so I did gamble exactly $1 for all of one minute. What can I say, I'm a risk taker.









The hardest part...saying goodbye.


And one last shot of New York New York as we headed to the airport.






What an amazing trip! I can't wait to go back!

1 comment:

Iowa Sunshine said...

looks like an awesome trip! i'm with you -- spend the $$ on shopping, pampering and food/drinks! the vegas shows are the best, aren't they? beautiful gals - all of you : )