Vegas

While there’s a powerful camp that abides by the “What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas” school of thought, there’s no reason a trip to the strip can’t be a romantic getaway for you and your significant other. First off, the plane fare to Vegas beats the fare to more exotic locales. Second, you can blow off steam living large in swanky casinos, lounges, and clubs. Pretend you’re a celebrity by patronizing favorite hangouts of the rich and famous like Kanye, Paris, and Bow Wow. Relax in one of the many spas and get his and hers couples massages. Or hit the links as she spends a day shopping, then reconvene at night for a romantic dinner at one of the premier eateries.

Get the most out of your trip to the strip by staying in a well-staffed resort. Caesers Palace and The Hard Rock Hotel have classy, yet affordable digs. For a higher price, the Four Seasons, the Bellagio, and the Venetian offer prime accommodations and services. At night, check out celeb hotspots PURE, TAO, ghostbar, JET, Rain, and newcomer Body English. In terms of gambling, you can’t miss the Palms Hotel and Casino. There are dozens of high-quality golf courses in the surrounding area of Vegas, but if you don’t want to leave the strip, you can play at the Wynn Las Vegas. With a few extra days and dollars, you may want to investigate helicopter tours or extreme sports getaways. The Grand Canyon and Hoover Dam tours are popular tourist attractions, as are rafting and riding adventures. Wind down at night with a romantic, elegant dinner at Mandalay Bay’s Aureole or the Wynn’s Alex. Once you’ve eaten all you can eat and imbibed all you can drink, take a chance in the casinos. After that, the night is just getting started – it takes stamina to party in Vegas, even if you don’t leave your hotel room.