The luxurious Aria is among the newer
resort-casinos. Opened in 2009, it is noted
for its use of the latest in technology. If you
saw the film Last Vegas, with an all-star cast
including Michael Douglas, Morgan
Freeman and Robert De Niro, you've already
had a taste of what it can offer. Speaking of
which, it boasts a number of fine-dining
choices, including the Herringbone for
seafood lovers and the hip Italian-American
joint Carbone.
It's a big plus for visitors when there are
so many establishments under one owner-
ship, as it makes accessing them so much
easier. For example, there's a dedicated
tram, dubbed "The Aria Express," which
shuttles guests a little more than a mile
from the Aria at Tropicana Avenue to the
adjoining Monte Carlo and Bellagio at
Flamingo Road.
A block-long section of the Strip still
appeals to strollers. It overlooks the famed
dancing Fountains of Bellagio, a water,
music and light extravaganza, with shows
scheduled every half-hour during the day
and every 15 minutes after 8 p.m.
Of course, if you wish to take the plunge,
there are pools aplenty in Vegas, which is
welcome news if you have kids in tow. The
Aria has three pools, including an adults-
only "playground" that's definitely not for
toddlers. It gets a little spicier at the Mirage,
which allows "Euro-style bathing." You'll
have to ante up if you want to frolic at
either, and men pay as much as four times
as the ladies.
What happens in Vegas may stay in
Vegas, but the memories will never fade.
TRAVEL PLANNER
Plan your Vegas getaway at
lasvegastourism.com.
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