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Celebrating New Year In Las Vegas

There are so many amazing places in the world to celebrate and enjoy the holidays, Las Vegas is one of those places! They say that Las Vegas is only for those that like to gamble but there is so much more. The hotels for one are really interesting and entertaining to see. Don't miss one of the incredible shows, exploring old Las Vegas on Fairmont Street and of course, on the strip for the spectacular firework display on New Year's Eve. Here's what you need to know.


Welcome To Las Vegas, Nevada Sign
Welcome To Las Vegas, Nevada ©MDHarding

Celebrating New Year In Las Vegas


Getting To Las Vegas


You can reach Las Vegas with a direct flight in around 10 hours. We flew British Airways from London Heathrow. There are less expensive indirect options available.


Welcome to Las Vegas Sign at McCarran International Airport
Welcome To McCarran International Airport ©MDHarding

Accommodation In Las Vegas


We stayed at Harrah's Hotel directly on the strip, in the middle of all the action. The room was very comfortable and had a view overlooking the strip. Though you might like to stay in one of the many other hotels available such as Caesars Palace, The Venetian or The Luxor.


View Overlooking The Las Vegas Strip at Sunset Including The Mirage Hotel.
The Mirage at Sunset, Las Vegas ©MDHarding

What Not To Miss In Las Vegas


There are so many really cool things to experience such as going to the top of The tallest freestanding observation tower in the U.S - The Stratosphere, now known as The STRAT. Standing at 1,149 feet you can enjoy spectacular views of the city and for the brave, there are exhilarating rides including Big