The summer season has arrived in Las Vegas and so has a host of new travel experiences that will make your next trip to Sin City one to remember. From brand new celebrity chef restaurants and poolside attractions to newly renovated accommodations and top-of-the-line entertainment, here’s your Las Vegas summer travel guide for 2023 complete with all the latest experiences for this season.
New Dining Experiences
Here for a limited time, Retro by Voltaggio, the first Las Vegas restaurant from TV stars, judges and renowned chefs Michael and Bryan Voltaggio opened earlier this month at Mandalay Bay. Conceptualized by the famed chef duo, the one-year culinary residency experience will celebrate the best of the 80’s and 90’s with the brothers’ modernized take on classic American dishes served in an environment with playful and nostalgic nods to the era.
Transport yourself to the elegance of Southern France at Cathédrale, TAO Group’s heralded French-Mediterranean concept that debuted in Las Vegas at ARIA Resort & Casino on May 1. Featuring dramatic scenery complemented by an elemental, ingredient-driven menu that celebrates the coastal cuisine influenced by the regions of France, Spain, Italy and Greece, Cathédrale is setting the stage to be a go-to dining destination.
Chef Julian Serrano, the Michelin-starred trailblazer for Bellagio’s acclaimed lakeside dining, has delivered a new vision for his beloved LAGO by Julian Serrano overlooking the resort’s famous Fountains. Inspired by centuries of colorful culinary traditions, the a la carte menu now features a reimagined dinner, lunch or brunch experience that celebrates Italians’ passion for scratch-made pastas, slow-aged steaks and fresh seafood within the larger-than-life style that fuels Las Vegas.
New Ways to Make a Splash
Sunset Cocktail Hour at The Cosmopolitan
Every Friday night this summer, the North Bar at The Cosmopolitan’s Boulevard Pool will transform into a one-of-a-kind cocktail lounge featuring incredible views of the city skyline and refreshing summer libations for a festive soiree under the stars. Guests can indulge in the resort’s iconic signature drinks alongside exclusive specialty cocktails as well as enjoy a new interactive, create-your-own daiquiri cart presented by Mount Gay Rum, while swaying the night away to live DJ sets. Join the guest list here.
The pool season will get hotter, bolder and brighter as Temptation Sundays returns to Luxor better than ever for its 13th sizzling season. Beginning May 14, Las Vegas’ longest-running LGBTQ+ pool party will take place at Luxor’s North Pool every Sunday through September 18.
Beachside Bungalow at Mandalay Bay
The ultimate beach experience at Mandalay Bay is now available. The Grand Bungalow, a 425-square-foot cabana that accommodates up to 20 guests, is fully air conditioned and features two TVs, VIP service from a designated host and direct access to the 11-acre beach paradise.
Poolside Yoga at The Cosmopolitan
Guests at The Cosmopolitan can catch the sunrise and soak up the summer rays with a rejuvenating sunrise yoga session, which is sure to provide a revitalizing, yet relaxing experience for yogis of all levels. Situated atop the Boulevard Pool deck, each 60-minute class is $25 per person and includes a yoga mat. Book your session here.
Dive-In Movies at The Cosmopolitan
This summer, the marquee at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas’ Boulevard Pool will transform into a colossal movie screen every Monday evening, showing favorite films high above the Las Vegas Strip. While watching classic films and modern blockbusters, guests can take a dip or lounge poolside sipping on movie-themed cocktails and enjoying creative movie snacks under the stars. Reserve a spot here.
New Places to Stay
Bellagio Spa Tower
Bellagio recently revealed details surrounding the $110 million transformation of all rooms and suites within its luxurious Spa Tower. Beginning this July, guests will be able to book the new accommodations delivering contemporary accommodations inspired by the beauty and tranquility of Italy’s Lake Como.
Stay Well™ Collection at MGM Resorts
Now available at all 13 of MGM Resorts Las Vegas properties, Stay Well accommodations feature elevated wellness amenities including air purification, aromatherapy, dawn simulation and Vitamin C-infused showers that reduce chlorine to keep hair and skin soft and smooth. Book your stay here.
New Entertainment Experiences
Due to popular demand, global megastar and eight-time GRAMMY Award-winner Usher expanded his Las Vegas residency to include new show dates throughout the summer. Usher, Live Nation Las Vegas and MGM Resorts are donating $1 of every ticket purchased to Usher’s Las Vegas residency dates in 2023 to Usher’s New Look (UNL), Inc. Founded in 1999 by Usher as a young man barely out of his teens, UNL is on a mission to transform the lives of underserved youth through a comprehensive program that develops passion-driven, global leaders. View show dates and purchase tickets here.
Maroon 5’s Las Vegas Residency
Three-time GRAMMY Award-winning multi-platinum band Maroon 5 debuted their new Las Vegas residency at Dolby Live at Park MGM. Every aspect of the show’s immersive design caters to the Dolby Live theater, from the panoramic, multi-layered video box to the Dolby Atmos sound design, ensuring every seat in the room experiences the band’s performance in an intimate way only possible in a Las Vegas residency. Experience Maroon 5 like never before by purchasing tickets here.
America’s Got Talent Presents SUPERSTARS Live
Following a successful first year entertaining America’s Got Talent fans inside Luxor Theater at Luxor Hotel and Casino, the newly christened America’s Got Talent Presents SUPERSTARS Live will usher in 2023 with jaw-dropping new talent that will be joining a selection of current headliners when the show returns. America’s Got Talent Presents SUPERSTARS Live pairs current showstoppers such as Kodi Lee, Deadly Games, Light Balance and The Silhouettes with new cast members including Celia Munoz, Pack Drumline and more. See the show live by purchasing tickets here.
New Ways to Relax
Poolside Facials
Las Vegas visitors can have the spa delivered directly to them this summer with poolside facials and massages available at several resorts, including Park MGM, ARIA and Bellagio. Talented therapists bring their services straight to guests’ lounge chairs or daybeds, providing a new meaning to “cozy oasis.”
CBD Spas
This April, 11 spas in Las Vegas introduced a CBD wellness program, making specialized CBD wraps, massages and mani-pedis available to visitors across The Strip as a new way to unwind at the spa. Celebrated destinations that now offer CBD spas include The Cosmopolitan, Bellagio, ARIA, Delano and more.
