April 3, 2009
Savoury restaurants, tantalising shows and non-stop nightlife complement festivities during Las Vegas Pride
It’s one of America’s top holiday hot spots for gay and lesbian travelers, and Las Vegas is ready to sizzle during its annual Pride week (24 April-2 May 2009). Guests can enjoy the revelry of the Parade, sing oneself to glory at Pride Idol and discover the party has just begun once the final float passes. There’s no better place to unwind and show your pride colours than Las Vegas.
From top-rated restaurants with breathtaking views to savoury chocolate shops, romantic attractions and relaxing couples’ spa treatments, Vegas indulgences last long into the night.
With world-renowned restaurants featuring beautiful views of The Strip and Las Vegas Valley, the culinary scene offers the best from high-end gourmet to casual dining. Nove sits high atop the Fantasy Suite Tower at Palms and provides a sweeping panorama of the city, or check out the view from 64 floors up at miX in THEhotel at Mandalay Bay. If you prefer secluded dining, just 20 miles off-Strip, Lake Las Vegas offers an array of intimate dining options, as do the restaurants surrounding the Lake of Dreams at Wynn Las Vegas, including Daniel Boulud and SW Steakhouse.
Satisfy your sweet spot with Las Vegas’ abundant selection of confectionary delights. The Jean Philippe Pâtisserie at Bellagio is home to an amazing selection of chocolates and delectable pastries, as well as the world’s largest chocolate fountain. Chocolate-lovers can also find paradise at Payard Pâtisserie & Bistro inside Caesars Palace.
Stroll along one of the most scenic streets in the world, Las Vegas Boulevard also known as The Strip. Paris Las Vegas is ready to whisk guests to the top of the Eiffel Tower, while The Venetian’s gondolas beckon with gorgeous Italian arias. The Mirage’s newly designed volcano heats up the northern end of The Strip, while Las Vegas’ most romantic location, the Fountains at Bellagio, treats visitors to a musical performance with water shooting more than 120-feet in the air.
Couples can unwind with a variety of spas and treatments. The Canyon Ranch SpaClub at The Palazzo is a 134,000 square-foot oasis and has a range of shared partner therapies to ensure ultimate relaxation. The Grand Spa at MGM Grand and Spa Bellagio at Bellagio also offer intimate settings and unparalleled services for those looking to enjoy some quiet time together.
While in Vegas, why not make it a trip to remember with a Vegas-style commitment ceremony? Las Vegas is recognised as the Wedding Capital of the World and services range from traditional to over-the-top.
From a union officiated by Elvis at the Viva Las Vegas Wedding Chapel, to a ceremony in the Flamingo gardens or an adventure hike in Red Rock Canyon—every ceremony can be customised to the couples’ unique tastes and interests.
With provocative shows and intimate nightlife offerings to titillate the senses, the odds of meeting that special someone in Vegas has never been better. The Strip offers a host of entertainment to arouse the senses. Zumanity, The Sensual Side of Cirque du Soleil at New York-New York is stimulating and encourages the audience to leave their inhibitions at the door. The stunning women of FANTASY at Luxor and Crazy Horse Paris at MGM Grand turn up the heat, while the men of American Storm in the V Theater at the Miracle Mile Shops and Chippendales at Rio All-Suite Hotel and Casino have audiences standing at attention.
As night falls, it’s time to surrender to the temptation of Vegas’ seductive nightlife. KRAVE, the original high-profile gay club on the Las Vegas Strip, is a glitzy warehouse disco featuring alternating boy parties that will leave you wanting more. On Saturday nights, KRAVE hosts DJ Lisa Pittman at CandyBar, the club for girls who like girls. Located just off The Strip is The Loop, which boasts numerous alternative hotspots including Gipsy, the city’s original gay dance club. Men enjoy Piranha Nightclub and 8 ½ Ultra Lounge, which offers an amazing view of The Strip, VIP cabanas and skyboxes. The ladies enjoy Freezone, with a dedicated ladies night on Tuesdays.
Shyer singletons can practice their flirting at iBar at the Rio. The bar’s Microsoft Surface table tops have multi-touch capabilities which create an exciting private way to flirt, chat and meet people from one table to the next. Strategically placed video cameras at each table add another playful element and offer the ability to take and send photos across the lounge.
For information on accommodation, entertainment and other activities in Las Vegas, go to www.VisitLasVegas.co.uk or call 020 7367 0979.

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