Girls Night Out: ARIA Las Vegas

In the next two weeks, I'll be attending my best friend's bachelorette party down in Beverly Hills.  I feel, as I've gotten a little older, I'm not as drawn to the crazy bachelorette weekends that my younger married-off friends once had.  I'm much more inclined to a great dinner and even better company...don't you agree?

{invitations via hen & co}

I know a popular option is always Vegas.  I mean, what's not to love...right?  The glitz and glam practically cater to a girls night out.  But I feel like Vegas can be a bit overwhelming...

Most people don't think of Las Vegas as a particularly calm or classy vacation destination.  However, while certain aspects of Vegas can definitely be crazy at times, there is another side to Sin City that offers a classier, more relaxed, girls night out {as displayed by my girl Andee here}. In fact, some of the newer resorts are catering directly to this more toned down, but equally glamorous Vegas experience. One example I've heard a lot about is the ARIA resort.

At the ARIA, guests can enjoy an incredible high-class experience. The party atmosphere most associate with Vegas is certainly available, but there are a number of classy alternatives that can offer you just as much fun. Here are a few specific things you might enjoy on your girls night out.

Fine Dining

Vegas in general is known for its fine dining options, and at the ARIA you'll find an incredible selection and range of restaurants. Whether you're interested in Spanish tapas at the Julian Serrano restaurant, late night desserts and pastries at Jean Phillipe Patisserie, or popular savory restaurants like Sage and Sirio Ristorante, there are plenty of delicious choices. Most are on the pricey side, but that's to be expected in Vegas, and at these venues the exquisite food and beautiful atmospheres are worth the money.

Cirque du Soleil

Las Vegas is known as one of the most popular locations for Cirque du Soleil events, and there are often spectacular shows at major resorts. Zarkana at ARIA, however, is one exhibition of Cirque du Soleil that's made a permanent home at a single resort. This is an incredibly enjoyable show, featuring all of the usual acrobatics with a dark, otherworldly, and almost eerie show atmosphere.

Shopping

High-end shopping is one of the things that most differentiates the ARIA resort from her sister hotels in Las Vegas. The Shops At Crystals make up an incredible, sparkling complex in which visitors can find many of the world's top brands for clothing, jewelry and accessories. Even if you're not looking to break the bank with these products, you and your friends will surely have a fun night window-shopping!

Spa Treatment

A spa night won't keep you out on the town late, but at the ARIA you'll find that spas are open until 8pm. This allows you and your friends to spend the evening relaxing completely. Once the spas close, you can spend the rest of the night eating wonderful food, taking in a show, or even simply relaxing in your comfortable room or suite. It's a bit low-key for Vegas, but it makes for a wonderfully relaxing evening.

Now, while I've never stayed at ARIA {the last time I visited it was at a less than classy establishment!}, it's definitely been on the top of my list.  Have you ever stayed there?  I know I'm dying to get back to Vegas.

{that's me and Reynolds to my left at my bachelorette party!}

Where did you go for your bachelorette party?  I went to Scottsdale!  See more details here.

xo natasha

A special thanks to Paige Carpenter for contributing to this post.