Last week our work took us to Las Vegas to experience both the Aria Resort and Casino for a corporate Eco-Sino event that benefited survivors of the earthquake in Haiti.
Following the event we performed a site inspection of the new additions at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino - what a contrast to the massive Aria.
At the Aria 28 Wingteam staff assisted with a Green Eco-Sino event in the Pinyon Ballroom (38,300 square feet). Participants enjoyed casino games and competed in a live quiz show to earn points and raise money for 8 organizations that are dedicated to helping Haiti.
ARIA RESORT AND CASINO - Some Interesting Facts from the Website
* Designed by the world-renowned firm Pelli Clarke Architects
* 4,004 guest rooms, including 568 suites
* An exhilarating casino floor designed to provide intimate gaming spaces
* 300,000 square feet of meeting and pre-function space
* Three primary pools with 50 cabanas, one adults-only pool retreat
* 16 restaurants and 10 bars and lounges, including a nightclub
* 80,000-square-foot, two-level spa and salon with 62 individual spa treatment rooms; 55 salon stations
* Full-service salon, barbershop, deluxe fitness room, group exercise studio, meditation and relaxation rooms, separate men's and women's spa with eucalyptus steam rooms and red wood saunas
* 1,800-seat theater housing Viva ELVIS™, a tribute to the life and musical legacy of Elvis Presley from Cirque du Soleil®
* ARIA has received LEED® Gold Certification from the U.S. Green Building Council
THE HARD ROCK RESORT & CASINO: A Personal Review
At first glance one can walk into HRH and think hmmmm same 'ol place. Look a little further and discover The Paradise Tower, HRH Tower and Vanity Nightclub.
On arrival we headed straight to our room in the Paradise Tower "The trendsetting Paradise Tower combines rock ‘n’ roll decadence with style and sophistication to create an energetic vibe that can only be found in the Hard Rock Las Vegas." Appointed in black and silver from the bathroom to the wall paper with a king bed that feels as ooey gooey yummy as sinking into an over sized marshmallow this place has it all. Look out Heavenly Bed, you've got some serious competition! This room is perfect for every activity and mood. Want to work? Its down to business. Want to play? Its rock n roll! Want to relax? Its dark and quiet. This room whispers "as you wish."
When you wake. . . . . drop into Mr Lucky's the morning after for a serious breakfast. We recommend the eggs Benedict, complete with a log of crispy hash browns and the Salmon Plate is a lox-urious experience for your mouth and eyes. The coffee - primo!
Following an afternoon nap, try the sweet spot just near the elevators in the Paradise Tower
"Espumoso Caffé is a Latin-infused coffeehouse." Skip the obvious pastries and gelato and try the Roast beef and Havarti sandwich.
Looking for a little nightlife at HRH - it seems like it should be easy to find but its just as subtle and about as hidden as the Library in the HRH tower. Make sure you go in search of both.
On a Wednesday hit Wasted Space. . . its industry night and local band members, dancers and patrons come alive. Its sexy, its techno, its rock combined and enough to blow your mind once you step inside. At first look we weren't sure if we wanted to go in, the doorman wouldn't have it. He ushered us through the door told us to have a drink and give it a few minutes. We enjoyed the music overhead until two guys came out on stage with a 6'ft tall brunette dancer dressed in electric blue, metal and fishnet. She reminded us of Priss in Bladerunner moving to their every stroke, beat and groove like a mechanical rock n roll puppet dangling and dancing between the sound waves. The crowd was wild. Dave picked me up on one arm -we got in trouble for that! Tee hee and then we danced in that Wasted Space all night long.
On Thursday evening our friend Jen A.K.A Snow Jen S. White Rockstar arrived in town - Vegas used to be her home town. We couldn't wait to experience the new Vanity Nightclub with her which opened up at New Years. Of course after showing her that sneaky lil library first! We had no idea on arrival we would feel as though we had been transported to Ga Ga Land - a fairytale location filled with glitter lights, glow, power and techno. If you want to dance to house, VanIty is a sweet club to bounce.
Vegas can be so many different experiences. . . its so much more than gambling, its so much more than a show. Its a new adventure every time you go. Just remember "It feels right because you are there and it feels right because you are leaving."
Y.
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