At Christmas, cities light up their streets and official buildings to transport people to another world. If there is one city that stands out in this field, it is Las Vegas. If we tend to think that it is useless to wait until the end of the year to see the capital of the game shine with a thousand lights, we must wait to see how far Sin City is able to go. Because for Americans, nothing is too big, nothing is too beautiful. A city of exuberance and excesses, it is also a city of exuberance when it comes to celebrating the end of the year. And it has enough to make all the most beautiful cities in the world pale in this field.
Go down the Strip and stop at the main places
Las Vegas' largest boulevard is a variable attraction on its own during Christmas. During the 7.1 kilometres between the Stratosphere and the famous Mandalay Bay Hotel, we take the time to stop at the main casino hotels. Each hotel is full of ideas to adapt Christmas to its specific needs and tastes. The Venetian, already so surprising at the base with its canals and gondolas, provides an ice rink to slide over the water, with the reproductions of the most beautiful monuments in Venice as a backdrop. A little further on, after strolling through the winter mildness that floods Nevada at this time of year, Bellagio opens its doors and that of its botanical garden to present a truly lively village. Large fir tree, life-size wooden bells and soldiers take their place under the immense glass roof that inhabits the ceiling. We push the walk to the Jean-Philippe pastry shop to see a giant chocolate Santa Claus and cascades of delicacies
Attend a show because Vegas does the show all year round
What better way to see a show in one of Las Vegas' legendary venues while waiting for December 25. The show, the very soul of the city, one of the reasons why the city is stormed all year round. At Caesar's Palace Colosseum or MGM Grand, several shows blend in very well with the Christmas atmosphere, such as The Nutcracker by Nevada Ballet or Cirque du Soleil performances. Not to mention the street entertainment with orchestras that play the greatest classics.
The pleasure of offering during shopping sessions
Tradition has it that we receive and offer gifts and in Las Vegas there is no shortage of shopping malls. We prefer those located in hotels, for the atmosphere that emerges during the holidays. At the Caesars Palace Forum Shops, it feels like a village with remarkable architecture and if you take the time to look up, you can see the sky and clouds. In addition, there are art shops, restaurants and even an aquarium to entertain the youngest.
Take advantage of your stay to see a magnificent nature
Nevada is at the gateway to the most beautiful nature parks in the United States. During the day, you have the choice to visit prestigious sites. About 32 km west of the city, we take the road to the Mojave Desert. Red Rock Canyon, a park with about 20 hiking trails, offers breathtaking views. Trails where you can stroll through rock formations of limestone and red sandstone.
Prepare your trip well
Once you have booked your flight tickets, you should not forget to take some administrative steps to allow you to enter the United States. ESTA or Electronic System For Travel Authorization, is a simple procedure to carry out on the Internet in order to be able to stay in the USA during a private or business trip. It is a question of entering some information relating to the stay. Once validated, usually no later than 72 hours after the request, the authorization is valid for 2 years. With your Little Smart in your pocket, you will experience an XXL Christmas in Las Vegas, the capital of the American holiday. An unforgettable experience!
