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From the moment the sun goes down, you can find nightclubs, gentleman’s hot spots, strip clubs (more info) and some of the world’s best lounges. If you are planning a trip to Las Vegas, you will probably want to do more than just gamble. Don’t limit yourself to just one or two Las Vegas clubs (see list here). Enjoy the best of what Sin City has to offer. There is never a shortage of events, people, or places to fill your evenings. Try these top Las Vegas clubs and you will not be disappointed.

VooDoo Lounge Club

The VooDoo Lounge is located in the Rio Hotel on the 51st floor. You can see some fabulous views of the Las Vegas Strip from this club, it also has the view of industrial Road where all the Vegas strip clubs are located. It includes a staircase that weighs 40,000 pounds that had to be air-lifted into the hotel, which gives you two floors of fun. Half of this club is actually outside, and inside. A DJ is always there playing different genres of music that everyone will enjoy. The VooDoo Lounge offers music from such of the best DJs in the business, including DJ Inferno, Joey Mazzola, and DJ Dave Guzman. If the club is full of people, simply step out onto the balcony for a bit of fresh air. Enjoy a wonderful steak dinner before you start partying, as well as other appetizing foods.

1 Oak Nightclub

The 1 Oak Club is located near the parking garage entrance across from The Mirage and King Ink. It is a nice sized club at 16,000 square feet. It has two rooms, each with its own bar. You will hear electronic, top 40, and hip hop music playing in this club. The ambiance in this nightclub is dark, which is normal for most nightclubs. The walls in the nightclub are black, and the accents within the club are done in very dark tones. Famous artist, Roy Nachum, created the artwork on the walls in this club. The dance floor is in the middle of the club, very close to the main bar. If you are looking for an intimate setting in a nightclub, the 1 OAk Nightclub is for you.

Foundation Room Nightclub

The Foundation Room is located inside Mandalay Bay and looks like a classic nightclub. Once you hear the hip hop and electronic music and see the go-go dancers, you will soon learn that this club is anything but classic. The ceiling is tiled with tiles from foreign countries, and you will also see handmade rugs, wood furniture, as well as different artifacts from places such as India and Tibet. You will find large sofas and chairs in the main room where you can sit and enjoy conversation, or rest after dancing. Have a favorite song that you want to hear? Simply head to the DJ booth and put in your request.

Whether you plan to visit the best Vegas gentleman’s clubs (more info), a low-key lounge, or fast-paced nightclub there is something for everyone in Las Vegas. Check out theLas Vegas nightlife blog to see more of the great events and activities in Sin City.

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Throughout the country, Labor Day holds different meanings. In New York, it marks the end of the summer vacation; in the deep north, it’s the last holiday that won’t be shrouded in white; but Labor Day in Las Vegas, it’s just another reason to kick back with a group of friends and party. With summer creeping to an end, it’s always good to know the hotspots for one last bash amongst the desert sun.

In a city crowded with countless clubs and resort-style pools, it may come as a surprise that no matter where you go, you’ll be fighting for space. Even the large pool areas and Vegas daylife found in properties like the MGM Grande and Mandalay Bay are no match against the onslaught of tourists, vacationers, and lucky locals that find their way in. Despite how crammed full of people it may get, though, more and more people will continue to pile in in hopes for the chance to enjoy amenities like pool side bars and cabanas with built in television sets. Picture the Fourth of July scene in Jaws and substitute the vast ocean for several pools at a fraction of the size – sounds like fun, no?

If roasting beneath a scorching sun amidst hundreds of hot, sweaty bodies isn’t your cup of tea, than it might be suggested that you stay off of the Vegas Strip on Labor Day. Check out one of the many off-the-strip hotels, most of which offer similar, though slightly less extravagant, amenities as the larger properties. The Station Casino locations (Sunset, Green Valley, etc.) tend to be far less crowded but still offer great restaurants and grand pools.

As the sun starts to dip behind the vast mountains, the party typically gets fancier and moves indoors. On normal weekends, clubs like the Venetian’s Tao and the Rio’s Voodoo Lounge will suffer from long and sometimes near impossible, so expect nothing less when visiting during Labor Day. Most of the higher end Vegas clubs, especially those that offer poolside partying, will be deemed the weekend hotspots. On the bright side, with most of the crowd suffering through unnecessarily loud music, some pools should be a bit more bearable.

Not everything needs to take place in a club or at poolside, though. Lake Las Vegas offers a quaint, small village environment that will undoubtedly attract a small fraction of people compared to the strip. Anybody looking to partake in some beach activities but not willing to drive to the coast can make their way to Lake Mead, which is outfitted with a marina that rents out all manner of water vehicles.

No matter your fancy, Las Vegas is a town filled with diversity. Whether you’re looking to cut a rug or just wish to spend your Vegas holiday lounging by the pool, it may come as a surprise, but the desert is the place to be.

If you are planning a trip to Las Vegas and want a place to cool off from the hot Sin City sun, there are many hotels that offer fabulous pools, rivers, and even lagoons. Or perhaps you wish to rest your party-stricken muscles with a dip in a soothing Jacuzzi or pool-side hot tub. Hotel pools are typically only open to their guests unless you are visiting someone who is staying at that hotel or crashing a party there. While you’re looking for a place to stay while visiting Las Vegas, consider some of these great Vegas hotels that have amazing pools.

Circus Circus Hotel Pool

Circus Circus has three outdoor pools on their property. Each pool is adjacent to a different part of the resort and RV Park. They provide chaise lounges for guests to relax in, as well as plenty of fresh towels and refreshments. The Cabanas are on a first come first serve basis, so if you want one you be Las Vegas Hotel Pools for Bachelor Party tter get there early. There are also three Jacuzzi tubs located in the pool area for your use. The pool is heated and stays at a comfortable 80 degrees. The cement poolside is surrounded by beautiful landscaping.

Planet Hollywood Hotel Pool

You can enter the hotel pool at Planet Hollywood from the sixth floor of the hotel. When you first enter the pool area you welcomed to a large open area where you can sit and read a book or just get a little sun. There are steps at each end of the area that lead to the pool area. Planet Hollywood designed the pool so that it faces in both a north and south direction so you never have to worry about getting sunburned. If you get hungry while you are there, you can get food at the Towering Palms Bar & Grille. It includes two 4,500 square foot pools that are heated and comfortable. The hotel provides fresh towels for you, and there are also two Jacuzzis. Enjoy two refreshing bars if you would like to enjoy a cocktail in pool parties (reservations). There are chairs and chaises that you can use, or you can purchase a cabana for the day.

Imperial Palace Shangri-La Pool

The Imperial Palace Shangri-La has one medium-sized outdoor pool that is regularly heated. The hotel provides fresh towels for you, and it includes a Jacuzzi for you to enjoy. There is cocktail service provided by the hotel, or you can visit the bar at the pool. You can even play beer pong if you desire. There are many chairs and chaises on a first come first serve basis. You can rent a cabana for the day for your entire party. There are palms and greenery that border the pool, with many benches. A small waterfall is part of the scenery. You can enjoy the luau season in the summer on the Shangri-La pool.

The Las Vegas pool parties are just one of the major perks of many hotels in Vegas and becoming more and more popular for bachelor parties (must read). Along with the many amenities and features of some of Vegas’ most famous hotels, you can get the rest and relaxation you need at the Vegas hotel of your choice. Click here to check out the hottest pools in Sin City.

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