The Delano Las Vegas is an incredible, all-suite property. Located in a 43-story tower on the Mandalay Bay Resort property, the luxury Las Vegas hotel’s lobby directly connects to the popular Mandalay Bay. The Delano Las Vegas offers guests large rooms, as well a excellent service and food.

From now until July 6, the Delano Las Vegas hotel is presenting “GRAVITATION.” It’s a new art exhibit from Zak Ostrowski. As an artist, designer and builder – Zak Ostrowski creates impressive art pieces of all forms and sizes by utilizing diverse materials. Zak has created numerous fine art pieces such as sculpture and paintings to large scale, public art installations.

Zak Ostrowski stated, “Delano Las Vegas is a very unique Strip hotel as it is so mindful of its environment. The design of Delano is representative of the natural beauty found throughout Las Vegas and beyond – like the red rocks and colors of the sunsets – and my art is meant to be a reflection of the same elements.”

GRAVITATION was developed with the Delano Las Vegas hotel’s Mojave-inspired design in mind. For example, the sleek sculptural bench is made from concrete and is a combination of nature, art and design. The piece also incorporates representations of desert sandstone, depicting the surrounding Las Vegas desert.

Matthew Chilton is General Manager of Delano Las Vegas luxury hotel and was quoted, “Immersing our guests in art and culture is an important component of the Delano experience. We are excited to showcase the work of such a talented local artist to our guests from around the world, especially since the inspiration for GRAVITATION is rooted in Las Vegas’ natural surroundings.”

After viewing the GRAVITATION art display by Zak Ostrowski, be sure to check out one of the unique social spaces at the Delano Las Vegas – the Franklin is an eclectic lounge, Della’s Kitchen is where “historic farmhouse meets urban kitchen” or enjoy a warm drink at 3940 Coffee + Tea.

If you are planning a trip to Las Vegas, let us help book your entire itinerary, including a stay at the smoke-free, Delano Las Vegas luxury hotel. If you enjoy reading about great luxury travel destinations like Las Vegas, follow our luxury blog for the latest travel industry news.

Photo: Delano Las Vegas

There are a lot of sushi lovers around the world. On June 18, is International Sushi Day. The day became popular via Facebook back in 2009, International Sushi Day is a time to enjoy their favorite sushi dish.

Sushi is a traditional, Japanese food that’s made from rice, salt, sugar, vinegar various types of raw fish. On International Sushi Day, there will be restaurants all over the world serving up the best tasting sushi dishes, some even for free on June 18.

Sushi started in Japan dating back to 8th century, but didn’t really get introduced in the U.S. until the 1950’s and 60’s. Now you can find terrific sushi restaurants all around the world.

Katsuya by Starck is run by master sushi Chef Katsuya Uechi. This upscale restaurant is located in the SLS Las Vegas Hotel & Casino. Now you can dine in luxury style and enjoy a one-of-a-kind sushi experience in Las Vegas. Katsuya by Starck features a wide selection of unique Japanese flavors, including unique rolls and incredible sushi and sashimi platters.

On International Sushi Day, Katsuya by Starck in Las Vegas is the place to be for shushi lovers. Enjoy master chef Katsuya’s signature Omakase Geta. This dish is a wonderful sushi display that features the finest cuts of sushi and sashimi, along with premier selections of the day. The price is $175 per person.

Enjoy International Sushi Day at your favorite sushi restaurant. If you happen to be in Las Vegas, be sure to dine at Katsuya by Starck at the SLS Las Vegas Hotel & Casino. Return often to follow our luxury blog for food and luxury travel tips and industry news.

Photo: Katsuya at SLS Las Vegas

This year’s Vegas Uncork’d by Bon Appétit event is proud to announce that celebrity chef Celebrity Chef Emeril Lagasse will join an already amazing group of superstar chefs including: Michelin-Starred chefs Guy Savoy and Ho Chee Boon, plus Mary Sue Milliken and Susan Feniger.

Vegas Uncork’d by Bon Appétit festival will occur between April 23 and 26, 2015. Held in Las Vegas, this year marks the ninth annual star-studded culinary event and is expected to be the best one ever. Chef Emeril Lagasse will make his first appearance and provide event guests the opportunity to enjoy a taste of New Orleans with a first-of-its-kind seafood extravaganza.

Emeril Lagasse is well known for adding his own twist on Louisiana’s classic Creole dishes at his Emeril’s New Orleans Fish House at MGM Grand. He will be hosting two different seafood-centric events this year. The first is titled “The New Orleans Fish House Experience with Emeril Lagasse” – it will be an intimate evening the blends Emeril’s signature “New New Orleans” style of cooking along with a selection of wine pairings from the award-winning menu at the Emeril’s New Orleans Fish House restaurant. The second even is titled “Emeril’s New Orleans Seafood Extravaganza” – A seafood feast no other will be held at the MGM Grand Producer’s Pool. Enjoy the soulful sound with a live musical performance by Big Easy. Be treated with boiled seafood and fresh fish and don’t miss the third annual Chase Sapphire Preferred Grill Challenge.

Chef Guy Savoy will take guests on an amazing foodie journey with perfect pairings and celebrate the best in food and KRUG Champagne, which is the world’s foremost luxury Champagne House. Chef Guy Savoy will serve a delicious four-course meal that showcases his signature dishes. They will be paired with prestigious bottles including Krug’s exclusive Grand Cuvée and Krug Rosé.

Another anticipated event will be hosted by Chefs Mary Sue Milliken and Susan Feniger. The female duo will take diners south of the border with a taco fiesta. Hakkasan Chef Ho Chee Boon will host an intimate dining tour across modern China with a delicious, six-course dinner that’s Cantonese-inspired.

The Chefs of Wolfgang Puck will showcase the many flavors of Chef Wolfgang Puck’s empire during a special lunch that will be hosted by Spago Executive Chef, Eric Klein.

Events at this year’s Vegas Uncork’d by Bon Appétit will be held at ARIA, Bellagio, Caesars Palace and MGM Grand in Las Vegas. Other noted chefs that will be there include Michael Mina, Masa Takayama, François Payard, Jean-Philippe Maury plus Frankie Pellegrino Jr.

You can purchase tickets for Vegas Uncork’d by Bon Appétit at www.VegasUncorked.com

If you would like to attend the popular Vegas Uncork’d by Bon Appétit festival, contact us today to help plan and book your luxury travel itinerary. Follow this luxury blog to learn about other food events and dining related travel experiences.

Photo: Photo by David Becker for Vegas Uncork’d by bon appétit

The incredible Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens in Las Vegas is welcoming Spring’s arrival with an amazing display of Japanese culture. Discover the diverse culture of Japan, often called the Land of the Rising Sun with an exhibit featuring greater than 82,000 flowers and floral creations that are truly larger-than-life!

This Japanese Garden display at the Conservatory & Botanical Gardens is the first one that is Japanese inspired. There are two beautiful exhibits in total that focus on Japan’s culture covering art and nature. The display consist of fresh tulips, daffodils and snapdragons.

Located in the West Garden of the Bellagio Las Vegas resort, you’ll find a sacred scene that features a Japanese temple towering 26-foot-tall. The temple was inspired by Kyoto’s famous Golden Temple. Residing on a shore next to peaceful waters, the gorgeous Japanese temple is decorated in gold veneer and wood frames with traditional rice paper Shoji screens.

On golden sand in the South Garden of Conservatory & Botanical Gardens, see a traditional Japanese-inspired tea house. This tea house was custom built utilizing bamboo pieces, mineral copper accents and natural logs. Standing 12 feet high, the tea house celebrates the time honored, ancient tradition of drinking tea in Japan.

Near the tea house on the North Bed, view a lush, hanging garden of both Bougainvillea and Wisteria. Below the garden is abstract stone art that represent various icons of Japanese cultural. Examples are Mount Fuji, the turtle and crane. Illuminating the beautiful and colorful garden are stone lanterns that provide the ideal ambiance.

Found in East Garden is a tremendous 18-foot high cherry blossom tree. This tree is decorated with 300 acrylic blossoms and leaves. At the cherry blossom tree’s base, is a soothing pond stocked with 75 Koi fish. The pond is replenished by a cascading tsukubai waterfall from flows from a height of 16 feet. Two ornate floral topiaries are comprised of 15,000 fresh-cut flowers: the first is a six foot majestic crane and the second a seven foot long turtle. The animals are protected by 35 amazing hand-painted parasols hanging from above.

The Conservatory display is the result of efforts between between the expert horticulture team at the Bellagio, MGM Resorts International Event Productions, plus consultation from Master Gardener Kanji Nomura from Nagoya.

Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens is open to the public daily, 24 hours a day and admission is free. Between the hours of 4:30 pm and 6 pm each day, live musicians will perform a variety of Japanese melodies on a floating platform.

The Japanese Garden display will be available at Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens now until May 11. Golden Week is a national celebration in Japan that recognizes several significant holidays in Japanese culture, such as Constitution Day, Greenery Day plus Children’s Day.

To plan your next vacation to Las Vegas and stay at the Bellagio Las Vegas, allow us to help plan and book your reservations. Be sure to visit the new Japanese Garden display at the Conservatory & Botanical Gardens. Return to read about other luxury travel destinations by following this luxury blog.

Photo: Bellagio Las Vegas – Conservatory & Botanical Gardens

Las Vegas can be overwhelming with so many resorts and hotels to choose from. Now pass on the ordinary and consider the extraordinary!

The Villas at The Mirage offers the first ultra-luxury accommodations in Las Vegas that were previously only reserved for VIPs. Experience life as a Las Vegas casino high roller. It’s the ultimate luxurious escape, but also surprisingly affordable.

At The Villas, you will stay in your own private haven that offers the best luxury amenities available. The Mirage property features 24-hour butler service, a concealed entrance, plus private backyard swimming pools and patios.

Each luxury villa at The Villas at The Mirage is furnished to the nines and features over the top décor. You’ll appreciate all the luxury subtleties arranged tastefully throughout the living space feel like you are being treated as royalty.

These days, sophisticated travelers want the very best and The Villas at The Mirage delivers and more! You settle for nothing less than perfection so why settle for anything less at another Las Vegas property.

You will have your choice of to accommodation options: The Lanais, which is an intimate and luxurious hideaway or The Villas, an elegant and extravagant experience that is truly unrivaled anywhere in Las Vegas.

In the Lanais, enjoy an exclusive Vegas stay with the feel of a luxury home. There are two spacious living areas, master bedroom and master bath with dual vanities and whirlpool tub as well, wet bar, in addition to a private backyard with a dipping pool. You’ll love it so much, you may never want to leave this suite life.

For getting the best night of sleep you can imagine, relax in silk, custom monogrammed bedding and pillowcases. Silk robes are also included to lounge around in.

The Villas is as close to a dream retreat as you will ever find. The beauty is breathtaking with luxury all round you. Want that urge to get a little fresh air without leaving the property? Then step out into your own, secluded backyard patio area. You can take a dip in the heated private pool or get a little putting practice in before you play golf on one of the many luxury golf curses in Las Vegas.

The luxurious outdoor patio area is also equipped with a fully stocked wet bar to get your party in high gear. Bring the music outdoors with a high end entertainment system. Want some help pulling off the best party on the Strip? The staff at The Villas at The Mirage can also accommodate both bartending and catering services – upon request.

Once you stay for the first time, you’ll be counting the days until you can return and experience the best Las Vegas can offer. But there’s more. Returning guests will find their suite completely customized based on their preferences! What more can you ask for?

If you are bringing your family, no worries. Children will be amazed and pleased upon entering the property lobby. They will see a shiny red Radio Flyer wagon stuffed full of animals that were prepared by attentive staff butlers.

The Villas at The Mirage is open to the public for reservations.

To book your luxury stay in Las Vegas at The Villas at The Mirage, please call us and one of our travel concierge specialists will assist you with all your needs. Want to read the latest trends in luxury travel? Be sure to follow our luxury blog.

The luxury Vdara Hotel & Spa in Las Vegas has announced its trendy, new VICE VERSA Patio & Lounge that should quickly become one of the popular social scenes on the world famous Vegas Strip. Vdara Hotel & Spa is respected as an exclusive, non-gaming property that offers a smoke-free setting for its guests.

The new VICE VERSA indoor lounge definitely conveys a chic persona. The high-energy environment invites guests to celebrate life, socialize with each other, or simply relax and escape from your hectic lives.

The Vdara lounge’s lively interior is supplemented by the outdoor patio that’s equipped with comfortable couches, fire pits, plus incredible views of a unique sculpture, titled Big Edge by Nancy Rubins. The stunning sculpture is made from 200 recycled canoes.

Mary Giuliano is the Vdara General Manager and was quoted, “As a boutique hotel, Vdara’s lobby is the heart of the property and a place for guests to gather and enjoy a variety of experiences. Located center stage, VICE VERSA harnesses the energy of all sides of Las Vegas by creating a lounge where our guests can have two distinct experiences within one destination.”

VICE VERSA also plans to present live entertainment throughout the year in Las Vegas, by utilizing local musicians and performers. The events will be held on select dates and special weekends at the luxurious Vdara Hotel & Spa.

VICE VERSA indoor lounge offers a terrific variety of food plus delicious, tasting cocktails. The VICE menu serves up hearty pub fare and inviting spirits and cocktails. On the VERSA menu, you’ll find lighter cuisine along with a selection of classic beverages.

Here’s a sample of the creative food and cocktails from VICE:
· Sunset in Moscow: The popular Mule is recreated with Belvedere Pink Grapefruit vodka, strawberries, ginger beer and fresh mint.
· New Fashion: Out with the old and in with the new. The New Fashion features Bulleit bourbon, sweet vermouth, fresh strawberries and a punch of basil.
· Surf & Turf Sliders: This heavenly offering includes tempura lobster, steak, grilled onions, mushrooms and Swiss cheese.
· Lobster Tacos: Mini corn tortillas are stuffed with fresh lobster meat fritters and topped with mango and papaya salsa with meyer lemon cream and spicy chili aioli.

Here’s a sample of the refreshing bites and libation from VERSA:
· Texas Mule: Vdara’s traditional Moscow Mule is crafted with Tito’s vodka, fresh lime and ginger beer.
· Fashionably Late: The Old-Fashioned at VICE VERSA mixes Angel’s Envy port cask bourbon, Lustau Oloroso sherry and salted brown sugar syrup.
· Chicken Teriyaki Sliders: These delicious bites are made with pulled chicken tossed in teriyaki sauce and topped with mango, jalapenos and crispy onions.
· Pan-Seared Ahi Tuna: Yellowfin tuna, colored beets and healthy watercress make up this light snack.

Current hours of operation are:
Sunday – Thursday – 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 a.m.
Friday & Saturday – 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 a.m.

If you would like to book your trip to Las Vegas and stay at the luxury Vdara Hotel & Spa, contact The Life of Luxury and we can help plan and book your reservation. Be sure to enjoy the new VICE VERSA indoor lounge. Come back often to read our luxury blog and learn about the latest news in luxury travel.

Andrea’s in Encore at Wynn Las Vegas has become one of the newest, hot fine dining spots in all of Las Vegas. Now be treated to a romantic, Valentine’s experience like no other.

This exclusive Valentine’s Day package is only available Saturday, Feb. 14 and is a luxury VIP experience to the max.

“The Rose” package from Andrea’s in Encore at Wynn Las Vegas is priced at an eye popping $30,000 but is worth every single penny. You will have secluded seating in one of Andrea’s opulent private dining booths. Yes, this is the same place mega music star Lady Gaga and her beau Taylor Kinney once made out.

To tantalize your taste buds, enjoy a delicious tasting menu was was created by Executive Chef Joseph Elevado. In addition, you each receive a His and Her 18kt Rolex Datejust Rose Gold and Stainless Steel Fluted Bezel Diamond Dial/Jubilee Bracelet.

Be sure to pour a glass of fine bubbly from a bottle of Dom Pérignon Rosé that is also included in this romantic package for Valentine’s Day.

The incredible tasting menu will showcase exhibit the mastery of Asian flavors by noted Chef Elevado at Andrea’s. Indulge in – spicy tuna roll with snow crab, arare crackers, yuzu boban-jan sauce; petite filet mignon with blood orange, sweet soy and mustard miso; edamame with truffle salt; oyster tempura lettuce cups with oshinko remoulade. End this amazing fine dining experience with a decadent chocolate dessert.

If your budget can’t handle the $30,000 price for “The Rose” package, then consider either “The Kiss” or Lover’s Lane.” “The Kiss” includes the above mentioned tasting menu plus an Aphrodisiac Sparkler toast for only $85 per person. The other “Lover’s Lane” package option includes the tasting menu, a foie fras for two and delicious chocolate covered strawberries. Enjoy the VIP experience in a private booth seating. Pricing is $120 per person.

If interested in booking one these romantic, Valentine’s Day packages at Andrea’s in Encore at Wynn Las Vegas, contact us today. Enjoy reading our luxury blog to learn about other luxury travel packages that share with you.

Photo: Andrea’s in Encore at Wynn Las Vegas

No matter where you are in the world, there is always a place enjoying great, summertime weather. Enjoy sunning on a white sand beach in Miami – Florida or lounging poolside by your luxury villa in Saint Tropez, having a great tasting cocktail is a must! But where can you find the best cocktail recipes?

Marie-Claire recently published an article offering some outstanding summertime drinks. We wanted to share with you five, delicious cocktail recipes to enjoy at your next pool party, outdoor bar or tropical vacation getaway.

1) Laid in the Shade – courtesy of The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas
– 1/2 oz. grenadine
– 1/2 oz. orange juice
– 1/2 oz. cranberry juice
– 1/2 oz. lime juice
– 1/2 oz. Passoa
– 1 1/2 oz. Stoli O
– 2 oz. egg white
– 2 oz. peachcell
– 1 oz. peach purée
Instructions: Shake, strain, and top with peach foam mixture of egg whites, peachcello, and peach puree.

2) Cool as a Cucumber – courtesy of The Peninsula Hotel
– 3 oz. Crop Organic Cucumber Infused Vodka
– 5 slices muddled cucumber
– 1 oz. fresh lime juice
– 1 oz. St. Germain Elderflower Liqueur
Instructions: Shake and strain into a chilled martini glass and garnish with a cucumber spiral.

3) Skinny Dipping – courtesy of ARIA Resort and Casino
– 2 oz. Voli Lemon Vodka
– 2 oz. fresh lemon juice
– 1 oz. strawberry puree
– 1/2 oz. agave nectar
– prosecco to top
Instructions: Shake all ingredients except prosecco and strain into an ice-filled 16 oz. cup. Top with prosecco and garnish with a strawberry.

4) Strawberry Basil Ricky – courtesy of Hotel Erwin
– 3 basil leaves
– 1 large strawberry
– 2 oz. gin
– 3/4 oz. fresh lime juice
– 3/4 oz. simple syrup
– club soda
Instructions: Muddle basil and strawberry thoroughly and add gin, lime juice, and simple syrup. Shake thoroughly over ice for six to 10 seconds. Strain over fresh ice in a tall glass and top with soda. Garnish with a strawberry.

5) Pink Glow Splash – courtesy of the St. Regis Resort
– 1 3/4 oz. of Belvedere Lemon Tea Vodka
– 1/2 oz. of Cointreau
– 1/2 oz. of grenadine
– lime wedge
Instructions: Shake vigorously and strain into martini glass. Garnish with a lime wedge.

If you are ready to beat the cold winter weather and enjoy a tropical vacation getaway, contact The Life of Luxury today. We can assist planning and booking all your travel reservations. Follow our luxury blog to read about other great tasting, cocktail recipes.

Photo by Gabriel Amadeus; some rights reserved.

Las Vegas is known as the Entertainment Capital of the World. The city is alive with non-stop gaming and entertainment at some of the most recognized resorts in the world.

With New Year’s Eve in a couple of days, there is a lot to do in Las Vegas to celebrate the arrival of 2015. Would you like to enjoy an amazing fireworks display or try 23-karat gold flecked lasagna? How about seeing Justin Timberlake in concert on New Years Day? Las Vegas is the place to be!

We wanted to share 10 fun ideas from vegas.com to celebrate New Year’s Eve – Sin City style!

10) Dance the year away. If confetti blasts and partying like a rock star are more your style, check out the top headliners at the finest nightclubs in the world. Calvin Harris with Eva Shaw & Burns will headline a special New Year’s Eve set at Hakkasan at MGM Grand. Alesso will drop beats at LIGHT at Mandalay Bay and The Bank at Bellagio will feature an exclusive live performance by Trey Songz.

9) Taste the decadence. Say adieu to 2014 at The Mirage with Portofino’s White Diamond truffle and 23-karat gold flaked lasagna. The $100 “Diamond and Gold” Lasagna tantalizes taste buds with layers of pasta stuffed with porcini mushrooms, Iberico ham, Prosciutto di Parma, 24-month-aged Parmigiano-Reggiano, buffalo mozzarella and Kobe Bolognese. This luxurious creation is finished with foie gras-infused Alfredo sauce.

8) Pig out. Steak is so 2014; celebrate the start of 2015 at Monte Carlo’s Yusho with a whole pig’s head. Cooked for a full 24 hours and served with a plethora of Japanese fixings like stuffed buns, cabbage kimchi and bowls of ramen, this will be a New Year’s Eve dinner you won’t soon forget. Just be sure to order at least a full day in advance.

7) Party with Macklemore. If you’re donning your latest thrift shop finds this New Year’s Eve, 1OAK at The Mirage is the place to be, as Grammy Award-winning hip-hop duo Macklemore and Ryan Lewis take the stage to perform hits like “Thrift Shop” and “Same Love.”

6) Go out with a bang. Fireworks light up the sky along Las Vegas Boulevard at midnight so it’s crucial to find a good vantage point well ahead of time. miX Lounge at Delano Las Vegas boasts an outdoor patio and floor-to-ceiling windows facing The Strip. You won’t miss a single burst with this epic view.

5) Beef up your new year. Ring in the New Year with the most indulgent burger experience on The Strip – the legendary FleurBurger 5000 from celebrated chef Hubert Keller of Fleur at Mandalay Bay. The foie gras and black truffle-topped Kobe burger is accompanied by a bottle of Chateau Petrus 1995 poured in Ichendorf Brunello stemware, imported from Italy. After the meal, Fleur will ship the glasses to your home along with a personal note from Chef Keller. All this decadence for the price of $5,000!

4) Catch the water works. Water and fire usually don’t play well together, but on New Year’s Eve on The Strip, it might be the best mash-up yet! Using dramatic music, water and light, The Fountains of Bellagio soar up to 460 feet in beautifully choreographed synchronization. With the glimmering fireworks in the background and the waterworks right in front of you, the combination makes for one stunning sight!

3) Cure your hangover. Hangovers are all too common come New Year’s Day. Luckily, Vegas has as many hangover cures as ways to incur said hangover. Developed by a group of experienced emergency room physicians, REVIV, located at The Underground at MGM Grand, features a wide range of intravenous and vitamin therapies to combat hangovers including three different types of IV therapies. If the “hair of the dog” cure is more your style, check out the Instagram-worthy Bloody Mary at Todd English P.U.B. inside The Shops at Crystals, where a cart is rolled tableside and guests select from an insane amount of garnishes including a bacon cheeseburger slider, a chicken wing, shrimp and a mini corn dog.

2) Paint the town gold. Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino will transform into a golden wonderland, complete with elaborate gold-themed accents, lavish culinary selections, incredible cocktails and more. The masquerade-style affair encourages guests to welcome 2015 in an exuberant environment. The party continues with chart-toppers Maroon 5 as they take over the Mandalay Bay Events Center for two special performances December 30 and 31.

1) Put on your suit and tie. In Vegas, the party doesn’t end at the stroke of midnight. This year, continue your celebration of a fresh start, a new year and a new day with none other than Justin Timberlake, who will close out his 20/20 Experience World Tour January 1 and 2 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena.

Contact The Life of Luxury if you are interested in booking a trip to Las Vegas. Our travel specialists can assist planning your Las Vegas vacation. Remember to follow this luxury blog and read about other exciting luxury travel ideas.

The fabulous Bellagio Resort & Casino in Las Vegas is a AAA Five Diamond property that’s famous for being modeled after the beautiful villages of Europe and of course – the amazing Mediterranean-blue lake and water fountain show.

Opening in March of 2015, Lago by Julian Serrano will be a new Italian restaurant concept from one of the most celebrated chefs in Las Vegas.

Lago will feature a luxurious dining room with stunning floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows, thus allowing sensational views of the Bellagio resort’s iconic fountains. Next to the dining room, patrons can enjoy an open-air patio and experience waterfront seating on beautiful, 8 1⁄2-acre Lake Bellagio.

Lago will become the first Italian restaurant from the Michelin-decorated and James Beard Award-winning Chef Julian Serrano. Lago will feature a small plate menu to celebrate the creativity and signature flavors of Chef Serrano. In addition, Lago restaurant will introduce a sophisticated mixology program with unique preparations.

The small, savory Italian dishes will deliver reinvented presentations so restaurant guests can enjoy eating a wide variety of cuisine from Chef Serrano. Dining selections will include carpaccio and bruschetta; an assortment of pizzas; fresh pastas such as risotto and gnocchi; in addition to delicious tasting, main dish such as salmon, steak and chicken.

Randy Morton is the Bellagio President and COO and was quoted, “Lago pulls from rich Italian history and culture while delivering a cutting-edge culinary experience – two hallmarks of the Bellagio brand. And as suggested by the name, which means lake in Italian, Lago’s guests will enjoy the most striking Fountain views in the city.”

The interior of Lago restaurant showcases a façade to immediately capture the attention of dining guests and seen from across the Bellagio resort. Upon entering Lago, you are enveloped in a colorful, 15 by 100 foot mosaic that’s made from Italian glass and portrays an aerial map of Milan, Italy.

If you would like to enjoy a nice cocktail before or after your meal, try the intimate lounge with a gorgeous glass-and-chrome mixology counter.

Chef Serrano is excited about opening Lago early next year and stated, “Lago will deliver a fresh experience for the Bellagio guest and Las Vegas local, not only in the cuisine, but also in the ambiance. As people step into Lago, they will be embraced in a setting that is energetic, engaging, approachable and fun – all inspired by the sights, sounds and flavors of Italy.”

If you are looking to book a vacation to Las Vegas and would like to enjoy fine dining at its best at Lago restaurant in the Bellagio Resort & Casino, contact us. The Life of Luxury can assist planning and booking your entire itinerary. Read about other luxury travel news by following this luxury blog.

The historic Golden Gate Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas first opened its doors in 1906. Vegas has changed exponentially since then, but the Golden Gate Hotel and Casino remains and is flourishing.

The new “Vintage Vegas” package gives hotel guests a unique chance to step back in time to an interesting era. The Golden Gate Hotel and Casino is located at One Fremont Street, across the street from the site of the railroad land auction that originally founded Las Vegas.

This exciting Vegas experience includes hotel accommodations in the property’s recently remodeled rooms or trendy suites. Sip classic cocktails at Bar Prohibition! and also receive tickets to the popular The Mob Museum.

The historic Golden Gate Hotel and Casino has seen it all, from the Prohibition and Roaring 20s to the glamor of The Rat Pack Era and the current glitz of non-stop lights and incredible entertainment.

Leveraging its past and Downtown Las Vegas location, the Golden Gate thrives under the magical lights of the Fremont Street Experience. The hotel features three unique bars for great socializing. It’s authentic and energetic that shouldn’t be missed.

The new “Vintage Vegas” package takes guests back in time with the following:
· One Swanky Joint – You’ll receive accommodations for two people. Upon check-in at the hotel’s lobby, you’ll notice unique artifacts such as Las Vegas’ first telephone plus original guest and gaming records. The hotel’s multi-million dollar upgrade now offers modern day luxury amenities with a twist from the past. The decor includes Victorian era tin ceilings and statement wall papers. You choose between an updated original room or a luxury suite.

Each suite in the new luxury tower features Swing era-inspired pinstriped carpeting; Art Deco accents; and a photograph of an iconic Las Vegas celebrity, many of whom frequented Golden Gate.

· Toast to the Past – Step into Bar Prohibition!, have a seat on a stool and enjoy a craft cocktail. Bar Prohibition! was frequented by Rat Pack members Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Jr. and Dean Martin. Try classic drinks from Vintage Cocktail Menu served in discreet coffee mugs. This method was used during the Prohibition period as a way for drinkers to try and hide the alcoholic drink from law enforcement. At 6 p.m., the bar comes alive with beautiful dancing dealers who cover the nearby casino floor.

· The Mob Life – You’ll receive two tickets to visit the The Mob Museum. Learn about another era when the mob ran this desert town. You’ll better understand the Mob’s impact on Las Vegas history and the world. See more than 600 authentic artifacts on display. It’s the largest collection of Mob and related law enforcement memorabilia in one place. View the infamous St. Valentine’s Massacre wall, real FBI wiretap recordings, the barber chair where Gambino crime boss Albert Anastasia was murdered in, plus a wide variety of artifacts owned by famous Mobsters such as Al Capone, Ben “Bugsy” Siegel, Charles “Lucky” Luciano, Sam Giancana, Meyer Lansky, Frank “Lefty” Rosenthal, Moe Dalitz, John Gotti and others.

To book a travel reservation to Las Vegas and stay at the historic Golden Gate Hotel and Casino, contact The Life of Luxury today. To stay on top of travel deals like the “Vintage Vegas” package, follow this popular luxury blog.