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Esther’s Kitchen is known to be my #1 favorite restaurant in the entire city. I’m actually going to eat there tonight, as I’m writing this. It was just ranked 15/20 U.S hidden gems! Everything is homemade with fresh, local products, and the staff is super nice. I’m in love with the vibe. Their menu is seasonal and changes a lot during the year, while some dishes stay on the menu all year long. I love going here for Brunch on Saturdays and Sundays because of the amazing food and its location: The Arts District in Downtown Las Vegas. It’s a perfect start to a consignment shops and antique stores shopping day! Make a reservation at least a week in advance if you’re going on a weekend.

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I think this is the perfect place to start a day on the Strip because of the food and the location. The Wynn is where a Strip visit starts. Urth Caffé is family-friendly but the tables can be small so you might have to squeeze or put 2 tables next to each other.I recommend their coffee, it’s really great quality. They are particularly famous for their omelets: my favorite is the Italian Omelet. But if you have a sweet tooth, they have the best pastries. Get their carrot cake and thank me later!

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I recommend going early because the line can be pretty long, and make sure to go on an empty stomach because there is a LOT of food.

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Get all the charcuterie, especially the Pâté Grand-Mère. I also highly recommend sharing the Whole Roasted Duck. It’s one of the priciest items on the menu, but it’s for 2 people and it’s DELICIOUS.

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I absolutely love their Pour Over coffee or the Bungalow Matcha. I usually go with the Deluxe Croissant, it’s my French side! On the downside, Bungalow Coffee doesn’t have much seating, so you might have to have your coffee at the “bar” or be an early bird!

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Always get the warm baguette but trust me on this one: ask for salted butter instead of the regular one and thank me later! For the main dish, I recommend Filet Mignon Au Poivre with a side of Pommes Purée paired with, of course, French wine. Try to get a table outside or by the window for a view of the Bellagio Fountains.

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Legacy club also has a dress code of elegant casual, so dress to impress! I recommend going right before sunset. You don’t need to make a reservation but it is always best on busy weekends. The entrance is free but there is a requirement of 2 drinks minimum per person. My favorite drink here is the Espresso Martini.

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This is my favorite place to eat around this part of the Strip. It's right by T-Mobile Arena and makes for a convenient place to stop when heading to an event here! It can be pretty hard to find a table but I always find a great spot downstairs from the pasta court in the wine section since it’s a 21+ area.

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This is a must for history lovers! You will learn so many facts about the sinking, the building, and the people who were aboard the ship. You even get a personal boarding pass of a real passenger before you enter the exhibit, and at the end, you will get to find out if they survived. It can be a little tricky to find, so when you enter the Luxor casino from the main entrance, Las Vegas Boulevard side, take the stairs on the right and it will be on the second floor.

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The Fremont Street Experience brings a new level of entertainment to the original Las Vegas Strip's vintage hotels and casinos. This reinvigorated space includes multiple stages with nightly live music, a variety of street performers, and the Slotzilla Zipline. Their centerpiece is the world's largest LED canopy screen, where the swirling visuals create a multicolored glow throughout space.

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You can watch the shows from multiple restaurants in the Bellagio. I recommend Jasmine!

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Go during the evening hours to get the best views and photos of the Strip. Happy hour on the Ferris wheel is really fun! I think it’s one of the coolest bar experiences in Las Vegas.

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I love to grab a bite to eat at the Food Court inside Caesars and then start shopping at The Forum Shops. You can even make it a day by going to a concert or a club at Caesars afterward!

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Red Rock Canyon has only one entrance gate. It's right before the visitor center and will take you on a one-way, 13-mile scenic loop drive. The visitor center offers a lot of information and is great if you aren't interested in hiking. The 13-mile scenic loop is stunning to drive, and there are viewpoints throughout highlighting parts of the park. If you want a better experience, go close to sunrise to see the sun rising east on the mountains. Red Rock is on the west side, and it isn't crowded at all. I recommend making a reservation in advance, especially when visiting on the weekend. Saturdays can be extremely busy during peak season, and you might have to wait several hours to get inside the park if you just show up without a reservation.

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For a fun friends’ trip, go to the Las Vegas Sign and take pictures. As cliché as it may seem, it’s always fun to look back on your time at famous spots! Let’s face it, Vegas itself is a cliché, and that’s awesome! Bring a hat and water because you will be waiting in line for at least 20 minutes, but it can take up to an hour and a half on peak days/hours! It is free and open 24/7. There is almost always a photographer if you want nicer pictures for a fee. But you can easily take them by yourself.

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The Writer's Block is a cozy book store in the Arts District where you can enjoy coffee or smoothies while browsing their hand-picked selection of books and goodies. It's not the place to find specific titles, but they offer a diverse range of content, including a $10 book section and "Very Short Introduction to..." series covering various topics. Located just east of the Arts District, it's perfect for a leisurely morning with easy parking and typically not too crowded.

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If you gave yourself an accidental case of whiplash trying to figure out if you were really seeing those giant neon boulders in the desert, you're not alone. Located approximately 10 miles south of Vegas, this vibrant installation comprises seven towering, brightly colored stacks of boulders, each reaching up to 30 feet in height. Created by Swiss artist Ugo Rondinone, it's a temporary yet iconic addition to the desert landscape, inviting visitors to explore the intersection of art and nature in a uniquely immersive way.

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It's a customized experience so you get your own hostess to help you create the perfect lipstick! Don't worry if you don't love your color the first time, you get several tries to get it right. Be sure to make a reservation, especially if you plan on going on a weekend and/or for a group.

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Some of my favorite downtown breweries are Three Sheets Craft Beer Bar, Nevada Brew Works, Servehzah Bottle Shop and Tap Room, and Able Baker Brewing. Flights. Flights. FLIGHTS. The best way to discover local beers and new flavors is to order flights. I personally never know what to pick, just trust the waiter with their favorites! They also always have homemade finger food.

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Valley of Fire is a State Park, not a National Park, so your America the Beautiful Annual Pass won’t work here. The best time to visit is spring and fall because it gets burning hot in summer and very windy in winter, but the park is open every day of the year. There is NO service in the park, and if you need internet, you will need to purchase wifi.

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The Colorado River flowing between the mountains is worth the 45-minute drive from the city. Plus, you’ll get to stand at the border between Nevada and Arizona that aren’t even in the same time zone! If you don’t want to pay for the guided tour, walk around the top and visit the gift shop, where you can read about the Hoover Dam in the books they sell. The parking is $10 if you park in the garage, but you can find free parking on the Arizona side in the upper lots.

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