• ABOUT
  • Fashion
  • Beauty
  • Travel
  • Discount Codes
  • Contact
  • Subscribe
Menu

Lorna Ryan - A San Francisco Lifestyle Blog sharing top finds

Street Address
City, State, Zip
Phone Number
Travel guides, top beauty products & fashion trends from San Francisco

Your Custom Text Here

Lorna Ryan - A San Francisco Lifestyle Blog sharing top finds

  • ABOUT
  • Fashion
  • Beauty
  • Travel
  • Discount Codes
  • Contact
  • Subscribe

Las Vegas Travel Guide - Top things to do when in Las Vegas

February 21, 2018 Lorna Ryan
Las Vegas Travel Guide - Top things to do when in Las Vegas - The beautiful hallway in the Venetian Hotel

Las Vegas Travel Guide - Top things to do when in Las Vegas - The beautiful hallway in the Venetian Hotel

Las Vegas is a favorite quick getaway for me ever since I moved to the U.S. Over the past number of years, I’ve lost count of the times I have visited Las Vegas but think I have hit 8 or 9 trips at this point and am still excited to return in a couple of months. Las Vegas is packed full of amazing hotels, great weather, top DJs & clubs, hundreds of shops and top class dining. What’s not to love! Las Vegas does get a little intense however so keep your trip short and sweet. In this Las Vegas Travel Guide, I tell you the best things to do in Las Vegas.

Las Vegas Travel Guide - Top things to do when in Las Vegas

Where I stayed in Las Vegas

This past visit to Las Vegas in January, I went with a group of 7 friends and we stayed in beautiful suites in the Venetian hotel. One of the most fabulous hotels in Las Vegas! The Las Vegas hotel is absolutely amazing and the bedrooms are beautiful and spacious. We had a separate area as a sitting room and the world’s biggest bathroom with his and hers sinks (a favorite of mine!). I loved everything about the Venetian hotel from the location, to the restaurants, bars and stores. I would definitely recommend a stay at the Venetian Hotel on your trip to Las Vegas. It was too cold in Las Vegas to venture to the pool on this visit but last April, I spent time at the Venetian pool and it was heavenly. In the past, my favorite other stays while in Las Vegas have been at Caesar’s Palace, the Bellagio, The Cromwell & MGM. I tend not to stray from these 4 hotels when in Las Vegas but the Wynn is next on my list. There are hotels to suit all budgets in Las Vegas.

Las Vegas Travel Guide - Top things to do when in Las Vegas - Visit the Venetian Hotel & see the Venetian Gondelas

Las Vegas Travel Guide - Top things to do when in Las Vegas - Visit the Venetian Hotel & see the Venetian Gondelas

Las Vegas Travel Guide - Top things to do when in Las Vegas - Venetian Gondolas at the Venetian

Las Vegas Travel Guide - Top things to do when in Las Vegas - Venetian Gondolas at the Venetian

Las Vegas Travel Guide - Top things to do when in Las Vegas - The beautiful ceilings at the Venetian

Las Vegas Travel Guide - Top things to do when in Las Vegas - The beautiful ceilings at the Venetian

Las Vegas Travel Guide - Top things to do when in Las Vegas - Slot machines everywhere in Vegas

Las Vegas Travel Guide - Top things to do when in Las Vegas - Slot machines everywhere in Vegas

Where I ate on my trip to Las Vegas

When in Las Vegas, I always love to visit Mon Amie Gabi in the Paris hotel for dinner. The food and wine choice are extensive and I always feel like I’ve been transported to France. For this trip, we really stuck to the French theme and had brunch at Bouchon by Thomas Keller in the Venetian hotel. What a great brunch! If you are looking for a buffet, Bacchanal buffet at Caesar’s Palace or the buffet at Bellagio are my favorite when on a trip in Las Vegas. Scarpetta, an Italian restaurant at the Cosmopolitan was also a treat!

Where I partied when in Las Vegas

My favorite clubs in Las Vegas are Omnia at Caesar’s Palace, Hakkasan at MGM, Marquee at the Cosmopolitan and Surrender and XS at Encore. All are guaranteed an incredibly fun night on your trip to Las Vegas. I’m always well looked after by either Nick (908-625-0517) and Rodney (808-224-1969) when I go to Las Vegas who promote for different nightclubs and allow some VIP treatment. Text them when you arrive in Las Vegas to find out the best places to go out each night and mention that I sent you to get on a guestlist for one of the clubs. Make sure you get on a guest list in Las Vegas as some of the prices to get into the clubs are really expensive especially if there is a big DJ on. Certain clubs are open on certain nights and this changes so best to check whats on in Vegas nearer to the time you get there. Even if you get on the guest list in Las Vegas, there are long lines so go early to avoid standing in a line for far too long.

The Chandelier bar at the Cosmopolitan is one of my favorite bars in Las Vegas and has beautiful shimmering strands of 2 million beaded crystals.

Las Vegas Travel Guide - Top things to do when in Las Vegas - The Chandelier at the Cosmopolitan

Las Vegas Travel Guide - Top things to do when in Las Vegas - The Chandelier at the Cosmopolitan

Where I shopped on my trip in Las Vegas

Las Vegas has the most incredible shopping and window shopping. The Forum at Caesar’s Palace and shopping at the Bellagio are quite the adventure & in my opinion some of the best places to shop when in Las Vegas. The stores are filled with beautiful, luxurious high end fashions. For more affordable fashion, the Fashion Show Mall has every high street store possible and will take hours to meander through. Miracle Mile Shops also have a huge selection of shopping. The North and South Outlet malls in Vegas are a short Uber ride away also and have great designer pieces. Las Vegas is an amazing place for shopping with everything so close to each other.

Las Vegas Travel Guide - Top things to do when in Las Vegas - Omni Club at Ceasar’s Palace

Las Vegas Travel Guide - Top things to do when in Las Vegas - Omni Club at Ceasar’s Palace

Las Vegas Travel Guide - Top things to do when in Las Vegas - Window Shopping at Chanel at the Bellagio

Las Vegas Travel Guide - Top things to do when in Las Vegas - Window Shopping at Chanel at the Bellagio

Las Vegas Travel Guide - Top things to do when in Las Vegas:

It’s impossible to run out of shows to go to on your trip in Las Vegas. There are hundreds of shows on throughout the day and evening in Las Vegas. Britney, Celine Dion, O by Cirque du Soleil, Backstreet Boys, Jennifer Lopez, Elton John, the Chainsmokers all play regularly in Las Vegas (at the time of writing) but there are many other visiting shows.

A trip to the Grand Canyon is definitely worthwhile when in Las Vegas. I took a helicopter with some friends and flew over the Canyon. Bus tours also go on a regular basis from the Las Vegas strip but take much longer. I recommend the helicopter tour that allows you to stop for a while, walk around and then fly back. It is more expensive and does take half a day however I have heard from friends that the bus tours can be very long.

Top Things to Do in Las Vegas in 2020 : Shows, Attractions, Restaurants. There are so many amazing things to do on your Las Vegas vacation #lasvegas #vegas #ustravel

Walking down the Las Vegas strip and visiting the stunning Las Vegas hotels is one of my favorite things to do when in Las Vegas. My favorite hotels to visit are Bellagio, Caesar’s Palace, the Venetian & the Wynn. They are all within a quick walk of each other and are all huge hotels.

Other fun very touristy things to do in Las Vegas are:

  • take a gondola ride in the Venetian hotel

  • take the High Rollar at the Linq hotel for great views

  • Las Vegas night flight along the Strip

  • visit the Stratosphere Tower Observation Deck

  • take a tour of the revamped Fremont Street

  • go on a roller-coaster in New York New York

  • dance and splash at a Wet Republic Pool Party

  • try out one of the many amazing spas in the top hotels

  • put a few dollars on Red when playing Roulette

  • most of all have fun & stay hydrated

Las Vegas Travel Guide - Top things to do when in Las Vegas - Drais pool at The Cromwell Hotel

Las Vegas Travel Guide - Top things to do when in Las Vegas - Drais pool at The Cromwell Hotel

Las Vegas Travel Guide - Top things to do when in Las Vegas - Wet Republic Pool Party

Las Vegas Travel Guide - Top things to do when in Las Vegas - Wet Republic Pool Party

Las Vegas Travel Guide - Top things to do when in Las Vegas - Bellagio Fountains show every 15 mins on the quarter until midnight

Las Vegas Travel Guide - Top things to do when in Las Vegas - Bellagio Fountains show every 15 mins on the quarter until midnight

Las Vegas Travel Guide - Top things to do when in Las Vegas - Ceasar’s Palace

Las Vegas Travel Guide - Top things to do when in Las Vegas - Ceasar’s Palace

Best times to visit Las Vegas:

My trip to Las Vegas in January was the coldest that I have experienced Las Vegas yet. I still had amazing fun but if planning a trip to Las Vegas, I would suggest March to June or Sept to November. I once went to Las Vegas over the summer months and it was very hot for even walking from hotel to hotel.

Hope you enjoyed my Las Vegas travel guide and leave knowing the top things to do in Vegas. There is so much to do and see in Las Vegas and something for everybody. Enjoy your trip to Las Vegas.

Las Vegas Travel Guide - Top things to do when in Las Vegas - Views leaving Vegas at night

Las Vegas Travel Guide - Top things to do when in Las Vegas - Views leaving Vegas at night

Other Blog Posts to catch up on:

Las Vegas Travel Guide - Top things to do when in Las Vegas - The Eiffel Tower

Las Vegas Travel Guide - Top things to do when in Las Vegas - The Eiffel Tower

Featured
My Honest Sarah Flint Reviews (+the Sarah Flint discount code you need!)
Fashion
My Honest Sarah Flint Reviews (+the Sarah Flint discount code you need!)
Fashion

In this honest Sarah Flint Review, you will find my Sarah Flint shoes review. I heard so much about Sarah Flint shoes before finally getting my own pair of Sarah Flint sandals. The best thing about this Sarah Flint review? There’s a Sarah Flint discount code below. Read all the details about Sarah Flint shoes and get $50 off your first pair using my Sarah Flint coupon code. I’ve lots of Sarah Flint reviews below, including reviews on the bestselling Sarah Flint shoes.

Fashion
The best travel bag for toiletries - a hanging travel toiletry bag that is worth it
Travel, gift guide, Beauty
The best travel bag for toiletries - a hanging travel toiletry bag that is worth it
Travel, gift guide, Beauty

I looked for the best travel bag for toiletries seems I travel a lot AND have a lot of toiletries. I found the best travel bag for toiletries and the best hanging toiletry travel bag. It is so pretty!


I was on the hunt for the best travel bag for makeup and toiletries. I found this hanging toiletry travel bag and love the convenience of the hanging travel toiletry bag, along with how pretty it is. Read on to find out all the details about the best travel bag for toiletries and the best hanging toiletry travel bag.

Travel, gift guide, Beauty
Best Sparkling Wine in Napa Valley - Top Wineries to Visit
Travel, San Francisco
Best Sparkling Wine in Napa Valley - Top Wineries to Visit
Travel, San Francisco

Napa Valley is mostly known for rich cabernet sauvignon and bold red wines instead of sparkling wine. If sparkling wine is what you love, there are many Napa sparkling wine tastings that will give you delicious award winning bubbles and beautiful views. In this blog post, I’ll show you where to find the best sparkling wine in Napa. 


The best sparkling wineries in Napa are Domaine Carneros, Domaine Chandon, Mumm Napa and Schramsberg Vineyards. I have also included some details on Castello di Amorosa as they offer some sweet sparkling wines as part of their tasting menu in a fabulous castle setting. 

Travel, San Francisco
 The BEST Things to do in Killarney, Ireland
Travel, Ireland
The BEST Things to do in Killarney, Ireland
Travel, Ireland

There are so many things to do in Killarney, Ireland. In this Killarney travel guide, I’ll show you the best things to do in Killarney and where to find the most spectacular scenery. There is a long list of things to do below that will suit every Killarney adventurer.

Killarney is a small town with beautiful lakes, historic sites, white horses that pull historic jaunting cars and so much more. Keep reading for all the top things to do in Killarney, Ireland.

Travel, Ireland
Cozy Earth Reviews 2023 - is Cozy Earth worth it? (Cozy Earth discount code for 40% off included!)
Fashion
Cozy Earth Reviews 2023 - is Cozy Earth worth it? (Cozy Earth discount code for 40% off included!)
Fashion

If you are looking for a Cozy Earth Review, then you have come to the right place! In this blog post, you will find my honest Cozy Earth reviews including Cozy Earth pajamas reviews, a Cozy Earth robe review and a Cozy Earth loungewear review.

Most importantly, you will find my Cozy Earth discount code or my Cozy Earth coupon (LORNA40) that will get you a whopping 40% discount on anything on the Cozy Earth website. I will share my Cozy Earth promo code below. When I got a Cozy Earth discount code, I was so excited as it allows you to experience such a luxurious brand at a big discount! Keeping reading for my amazing Cozy Earth discount code.

Fashion
How to use Olaplex 0, 3 and 8 (Olaplex discount code included)
Beauty
How to use Olaplex 0, 3 and 8 (Olaplex discount code included)
Beauty

Thanks to a viral Tiktok video, everyone is wondering how to use Olaplex 0, 3 and 8 together. Ready for your best hair days? It is easy to learn how to use Olaplex 8 with 0 and 3 for great results. In this blog post, I’ll show you all the simple steps on how to use Olaplex No 0, 3 and 8. I also have an Olaplex discount code to save you $ on your Olaplex products.

Beauty
Olaplex 4D Review - finally a dry shampoo with a difference
Beauty
Olaplex 4D Review - finally a dry shampoo with a difference
Beauty

Olaplex dry shampoo is here! I have been testing out the new Olaplex 4D dry shampoo and I am obsessed. In this Olaplex dry shampoo review, I’ll share how to use Olaplex dry shampoo, why Olaplex 4D dry shampoo is worth it and I’ll give you an Olaplex discount code!

Beauty
The K18 Review you need to read
Beauty
The K18 Review you need to read
Beauty

In this K18 hair review, I am going to focus specifically on telling you everything you need to know about the award winning K18 hair treatment. Keep reading to find out if K18 is worth it, how to use the K18 hair mask, and why there are so many glowing K18 reviews.

Beauty
Spring Summer 2023 Fashion Trend - 21 trending floral purses, floral bags and floral handbags
Fashion
Spring Summer 2023 Fashion Trend - 21 trending floral purses, floral bags and floral handbags
Fashion

Floral purses are one of the top trending purses for Spring Summer 2023. There are so many amazing floral purses, floral handbags, floral clutches, floral backpacks and floral wallet cards for 2023.

I absolutely love floral everything for Spring & Summer 2023. Floral purses are going to be big this Spring Summer 2023 so invest now so you get maximum use. I have rounded up 21 of my favorite floral purses, flowery bags, floral bags, floral backpacks that are online at the moment. I found your perfect summer floral handbags!

I’m so excited to share my first blog post on Spring Summer fashion trends for 2023.

Fashion
Fashion
Cozy Earth Joggers Reviews (40% off Cozy Earth discount code included)
Fashion

If you are looking for Cozy Earth Joggers Reviews or the best bamboo joggers, then you have come to the right place! In this blog post, you will find my honest Cozy Earth jogger reviews including the Cozy Earth bamboo joggers, the Cozy Earth Modal joggers and the Cozy Earth Ribbed Knit joggers. So many Cozy Earth jogger materials to choose from!

Most importantly, you will find my Cozy Earth discount code or my Cozy Earth coupon (LORNA40) that will get you a whopping 40% discount on anything on the Cozy Earth website. When I got a Cozy Earth discount code, I was so excited as it allows you to experience such luxurious joggers at a big discount!

Fashion
Top Things to Do in Las Vegas in 2020 : Shows, Attractions, Restaurants. There are so many amazing things to do on your Las Vegas vacation #lasvegas #vegas #ustravel
Top Things to Do in Las Vegas in 2020 : Shows, Attractions, Restaurants. There are so many amazing things to do on your Las Vegas vacation #lasvegas #vegas #ustravel
Las Vegas is renowned for its casinos and nightlife but what to do in Vegas besides gamble? Let me tell you, tons! Here are 15 best things to do if you don’t gamble.
Las Vegas is a popular destination, famous for it's epic party and gambling scene. What people don't realize is how expensive night clubs, drinks and gambling can be! Las Vegas has endless FREE things to do #lasvegas #vegas #USAtravel #USgetaway
Las Vegas is a popular destination, famous for it's epic party and gambling scene. What people don't realize is how expensive night clubs, drinks and gambling can be! Las Vegas has endless FREE things to do #lasvegas #vegas #USAtravel #USgetaway
In Travel
← March Beauty Finds - Luxury BeautyTop things to do for a first time visit in San Francisco →
1SP_8936.jpg

Welcome to my blog – here you will get an insight into my style, travels and beauty finds as I live and work in San Francisco.

Latest Travel Posts
The best travel bag for toiletries - a hanging travel toiletry bag that is worth it
Travel, gift guide, Beauty
The best travel bag for toiletries - a hanging travel toiletry bag that is worth it
Travel, gift guide, Beauty

I looked for the best travel bag for toiletries seems I travel a lot AND have a lot of toiletries. I found the best travel bag for toiletries and the best hanging toiletry travel bag. It is so pretty!


I was on the hunt for the best travel bag for makeup and toiletries. I found this hanging toiletry travel bag and love the convenience of the hanging travel toiletry bag, along with how pretty it is. Read on to find out all the details about the best travel bag for toiletries and the best hanging toiletry travel bag.

Travel, gift guide, Beauty
Best Sparkling Wine in Napa Valley - Top Wineries to Visit
Travel, San Francisco
Best Sparkling Wine in Napa Valley - Top Wineries to Visit
Travel, San Francisco

Napa Valley is mostly known for rich cabernet sauvignon and bold red wines instead of sparkling wine. If sparkling wine is what you love, there are many Napa sparkling wine tastings that will give you delicious award winning bubbles and beautiful views. In this blog post, I’ll show you where to find the best sparkling wine in Napa. 


The best sparkling wineries in Napa are Domaine Carneros, Domaine Chandon, Mumm Napa and Schramsberg Vineyards. I have also included some details on Castello di Amorosa as they offer some sweet sparkling wines as part of their tasting menu in a fabulous castle setting. 

Travel, San Francisco
 The BEST Things to do in Killarney, Ireland
Travel, Ireland
The BEST Things to do in Killarney, Ireland
Travel, Ireland

There are so many things to do in Killarney, Ireland. In this Killarney travel guide, I’ll show you the best things to do in Killarney and where to find the most spectacular scenery. There is a long list of things to do below that will suit every Killarney adventurer.

Killarney is a small town with beautiful lakes, historic sites, white horses that pull historic jaunting cars and so much more. Keep reading for all the top things to do in Killarney, Ireland.

Travel, Ireland
Roman Spa Hot Springs Calistoga Review
San Francisco, Travel, Wellness
Roman Spa Hot Springs Calistoga Review
San Francisco, Travel, Wellness

In this Roman Spa Hot Springs Calistoga Review, I’m sharing all about our 2 night stay at this hot springs resort in Calistoga. We had a mud bath, spent time in the hot spring pools and explored the beautiful town of Calistoga.

San Francisco, Travel, Wellness
Marival Armony Review - a MUST visit all inclusive luxury resort in Punta de Mita, Mexico
Travel
Marival Armony Review - a MUST visit all inclusive luxury resort in Punta de Mita, Mexico
Travel

Marival Armony luxury resort is an adults only, all inclusive resort in Punta de Mita, Mexico. This beautiful resort is one of the most luxurious resorts I have ever stayed at. 

Everything was perfect and so luxurious at Marival Armony Luxury Resort & Suites. The swim-up bar, heavenly Melange World Spa, beautiful gardens, delicious food, stunning views, infinity pool, world class accommodation and more. Find out everything you need to know in my Marival Armony Review. This is one of the most detailed Marival Armony reviews you will find.

Travel
Marival Emotions Review - the perfect family all inclusive resort
Travel
Marival Emotions Review - the perfect family all inclusive resort
Travel

Marival Emotions Resort and Suites is a beautiful, all-inclusive resort in Nuevo Vallarta, Mexico. There is something for everyone at this resort with 9 restaurants and bars, multiple pools, a jam packed kids club, teen club and lots of activities for adults too. Find out everything you need to know in this Marival Emotions Review.

Travel
Beringer Vineyards Review - everything you need to know before you go
Travel, San Francisco
Beringer Vineyards Review - everything you need to know before you go
Travel, San Francisco

Beringer vineyards is a beautiful Napa winery just steps away from St. Helena. Beringer winery is the oldest continually operating winery in Napa! In this Beringer Vineyards review, I’ll tell you everything you need to know before you visit this historic Napa Valley winery.

Travel, San Francisco
 Beaulieu Vineyard Review - all the details you need to know about Beaulieu Vineyard
San Francisco, Travel
Beaulieu Vineyard Review - all the details you need to know about Beaulieu Vineyard
San Francisco, Travel

Beaulieu Vineyard is a cozy Napa Valley winery tucked right off the St. Helena Highway in Rutherford. In this Beaulieu Vineyard Review, I’ll share all about my visit to BV wines and explain all the tasting experiences that you can enjoy at this Napa winery. You’ll also learn all about Beaulieu Vineyard Georges de Latour wine, which is an award winning wine for BV wines.

San Francisco, Travel
Napa River Inn Review - a beautiful Downtown Napa Hotel
Travel, San Francisco
Napa River Inn Review - a beautiful Downtown Napa Hotel
Travel, San Francisco

Do you want your Napa trip to be as dreamy as you’ve always imagined? Look no further, this Napa River Inn Review will tell you all about one of the best downtown Napa hotels. Napa River Inn is a luxurious, boutique hotel with amazing river views and guest rooms waiting to be discovered.

Travel, San Francisco
Domaine Carneros Review - one of the most beautiful wineries in Napa Valley
Travel, San Francisco
Domaine Carneros Review - one of the most beautiful wineries in Napa Valley
Travel, San Francisco

Do you want to visit one of the most beautiful Napa Valley wineries? In this Domaine Carneros review, I’ll tell you all about one of the most beautiful wineries in Napa Valley. The Domaine Carneros winery is definitely worth a visit when on your Napa Valley adventures.

Travel, San Francisco

Instagram

Gallery Block
This is an example. To display your Instagram posts, double-click here to add an account or select an existing connected account. Learn more
Porta
Etiam Ultricies
Vulputate Commodo Ligula
Elit Condimentum
Aenean eu leo Quam
Cursus Amet
Pellentesque Risus Ridiculus
Porta
Etiam Ultricies
Vulputate Commodo Ligula
Elit Condimentum
Aenean eu leo Quam

Home | About | Subscribe

Website Terms of Use | Disclaimer | Privacy Policy

All views and opinions expressed on this website are my own. Although I often receive products to sample from brands and work at Sephora Headquarters, all opinions are my own and do not necessarily represent the views of Sephora or other brands. Throughout my blog, I use affiliate links. If you make a purchase using one of my links or discount codes, I may make a small commission at no extra cost to you.