How to Plan the Best Las Vegas Girlfriend Getaway!

With plenty of action, exciting live shows, and free-flowing cocktails, Sin City lures friends seeking a fun-filled vacation. Direct flights to Vegas from over 150 cities and deals on hotel rooms sweeten the pot. Plus, once your posse arrives, you’re ready to play without needing to drive for the rest of your stay. Want to know how to plan Las Vegas girlfriend getaway? Follow these 10 tips!

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1. Make restaurant reservations in advance and skip the buffet.

To many, Las Vegas is synonymous with giant buffets piled with every imaginable food. With so many incredible dining options, why waste your calories on such gluttony? Besides, most women can’t eat enough food to justify the hefty buffet price tag (and may overeat in trying to do so).

Instead, order a reasonable breakfast like yogurt or eggs from room service to eat while you primp for the day. Choose a salad or sandwich from a cafe for lunch. Then splurge on a delicious, upscale restaurant meal for dinner.

Las Vegas has become one of the most famous culinary cities in the world. With well-known chefs like Emeril Lagasse, Jean Georges, and Julian Serrano setting up shop all along the Strip, the temptations are many.

Demand is high for celebrity restaurants, so you’d best book your meals in advance. Otherwise, you might end up dining super early or super late…or at McDonald’s.

Food is more fun when it’s shared! If you and your best friends love tasting lots of different dishes, then I recommend Julian Serrano Tapas at the Aria.

For a truly decadent meal you’ll always remember, your crew will flip for Twist at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel. The elegant decor, floor-to-ceiling grand view, and outstanding food are worth the splurge on one of their tasting menus.

2. Set a gambling limit…and stick to it!

Whether you’re a card shark or a casual slot player, set a gambling limit for yourself before leaving home. Also, tell your travel mates what your threshold is and ask them to help you avoid the lure of ATMs.

Another trick is to set a cap on earnings. For example, if you’re ever up by, say $25 or $50, you will cash out immediately and find something else to do.

Keep in mind, typically the swankier the casino, the more difficult the odds of winning on machines and the bigger the buy-in on tables. You might have a better chance of winning if you hit the older casinos off the strip. But if the ambiance is what you’re after, you’ll want to stick to the fancier casinos at big players like ARIA Sky Suites, Bellagio, or Monte Carlo.

3. Get tickets to a Las Vegas show.

Vegas just wouldn’t be Vegas without seeing some incredible live entertainment. There’s something sure to please you and your gal pas. Choose from big-time entertainers like U2 to risqué reviews, magic shows, stand-up comedy, and spectaculars like Blue Man Group.

Personally, I’m partial to Cirque du Soleil productions for their artistry, music, and displays of mind-boggling tricks and talent. Zumanity at New York New York is just the right amount of naughty for a Las Vegas girlfriend getaway.

4. Just dance!

If you’re like me, then becoming a mom put a serious damper on your night club schedule. When you’re lucky enough to jet off for a Las Vegas girlfriend getaway, be sure to hit the dance floor at least one night during your stay.

Not sure where to go? JEWEL at Aria tops this list of the 10 best nightclubs in Las Vegas.

5. Pack both fancy and comfy outfits.

Before leaving home, print out a packing list to be sure you don’t forget anything. Las Vegas gives us ladies a chance to pull out those cocktail dresses and put them to good use. It’s an opportunity to wear those big, sparkling earrings that seem too gaudy at home, and maybe show off a bit more décolletage than you normally would. It’s Vegas, baby!

Be sure to pack things that are more understated and comfortable to wear for exploring each day, too. Still, you don’t want to look like a slouch. Think fashion jeans with a cute top and fun accessories.

If you’ll be walking outside, keep in mind that Las Vegas can get extremely hot, especially if visiting during summer when temps can reach 100+ degrees Fahrenheit. Therefore, you should pack lightweight, breathable clothing.

No matter when visiting, pack your swimsuit! Las Vegas hotel pools are a delightful draw and most spas offer hot tubs and steam rooms.

Of course, you want to bring a kicky pair of heels (or two or three) to wear to clubs and casinos. But, keep in mind you will likely do A LOT of walking. Distances are deceptively long in Las Vegas, even if you’re just headed across the street or even remaining within the same casino. Pack a pair of foldable shoes to toss in your purse to make the journey more enjoyable.

6. Invite the right girlfriends.

It’s important to invite the right friends for any trip, but this is especially true when planning a Las Vegas girlfriend getaway. Discuss expectations about activities, meals, and schedules before leaving home. 

Are you a teetotaler? You probably don’t want to invite friends who like to drink cocktails nonstop, and vice versa.

When I first became a mom, I booked a Las Vegas trip with a single girlfriend. I was excited to let loose for a change and stay out late dancing and gambling. Meanwhile, she was in bed asleep by 10 pm each night, leaving me to hit the blackjack tables solo.

7. Stay hydrated and avoid hangovers.

Las Vegas is a desert and is, therefore, well, dry. If you’ll be lazing poolside (and you should!) or walking much during the day, be sure to drink lots of water or electrolyte-infused drinks.

It can be tempting to get your drink on the minute you touch down in Vegas (or on the plane there). But pace yourself.

You want to have a memorable, fun time with your friends. Avoid lying in bed with a hangover puzzling over fuzzy nights. Don’t drink on an empty stomach and know when to call it a night!

8. Indulge in a spa day.

No Las Vegas girlfriend getaway would be complete without a day at the spa! Be sure to reserve treatments like facials, massages, body treatments, or salon services well in advance because they do book up. This is especially true if you want to spend a spa day with a group of friends.

ESPA at VDARA consistently ranks among the best spas in Vegas. This spa provides the ultimate in pampering, with elegant relaxation rooms, a hot tub with waterfall, a lounge stocked with healthy snacks and teas, and an array of relaxing treatments.

9. Work off Sin City calories.

I don’t mean to be a killjoy, but you might gain some weight during your Las Vegas girlfriend getaway. With all that free-flowing booze in casinos and high-calorie meals out, I gained three pounds during my last trip to Vegas. And it took me two whole months to lose them. That was with me working out while there, too!

Yes, you’ll be walking a lot but I recommend stepping it up a notch by hitting your hotel gym. Then you can indulge in tasty meals and drinks with less guilt. For a unique workout, Aria hotel guests can book the Indoor Hike, a combination tour of Aria’s $40 million public fine art collection plus an exercise session with a fitness instructor.

10. Book the right hotel for your Las Vegas girlfriend getaway.

Nowhere is booking the right hotel more important than in Las Vegas. You want to be in the thick of things so you can easily reach the glitz, restaurants, shops, shows, and casinos of the Strip. But you also want a peaceful retreat in which to retire for the evening.

Enter Aria. Among the largest rooms on the Las Vegas Strip, the Sky Suites at Aria boast over 1,000 square feet of space. In a one-bedroom suite, expect a separate living area, a bedroom with an incredible view of the strip, and a swanky bathroom with dual sinks and crazy touches like a heated toilet seat and television in the vanity. Plus, Aria Sky Suite guests receive complimentary limousine service to and from the airport!

If traveling with more than a couple of friends, consider booking a two-bedroom Sky Suite for even more space. If money is no object, book a Sky Villa for two stories of up to 7,000 square feet. (And invite me along!)

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What’s your favorite thing about a Las Vegas girlfriend getaway? Let us know in the comments below!

A Note from The Travel Mama: MGM hosted me during a stay at Aria Resort & Casino. I was not compensated for this post. All opinions are mine, as always.

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