MGM MIRAGE (NYSE: MGM) - Home to the hottest hotels and attractions across the globe, it's no surprise the Las Vegas pool scene out-sizzles the competition. With the growing popularity of the city's pool destinations rivaling the lure of its legendary nightclubs, thousands are finding that Las Vegas' 'daylife' is just as hot as its nightlife. This summer promises to be bigger and better than ever with the debut of three hot new pools all within Las Vegas' newest destination, CityCenter. Whether visitors want to soak up the scene at the newest pools on The Strip, go all-in at a beachside casino or dare to be bare at a luscious, adults-only retreat, daytime is the right time to dive into Las Vegas summer fun.
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ARIA Resort & Casino
-- Guests of The Strip's newest destination resort, ARIA Resort & Casino
at CityCenter, are invited to escape to a sensual paradise offered by
its three distinctive pools. Shielded by a lush landscape of yucca,
acacia and palm trees, guests also can enjoy unique water features
which arc gracefully overhead as well as three hot tubs. Dozens of
umbrellas fill the expansive 215,000-square-foot pool deck, providing
a cool break from the Las Vegas sun. For a pampering experience,
ARIA's lavish cabanas pair superior service with such high-tech
indulgences as 42" LCD televisions, iPod docks and Wi-Fi Internet
access. The open-air Breeze Cafe or Pool Bar allow for indulgent al
fresco dining. Pools are open to hotel guests from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
through April; hours of availability will extend in the summer months.
For more details on ARIA's pool offerings, visit www.arialasvegas.com.
-- Also at ARIA, LIQUID Pool Lounge by The Light Group is an adults-only
experience offering the ultimate in poolside opulence. A
state-of-the-art sound system and world-class DJs set a lively mood as
guests enjoy the exclusivity and seclusion provided by towering palms.
Luxe cabanas are equipped with 40" flat-screen televisions and offer
chaise lounges, plush daybeds and access to two semi-private dipping
pools. For poolside refreshments, LIQUID features a playfully
sophisticated menu with such delectable choices as King Crab &
Jalapeno Tacos and LIQUID-Ritas. LIQUID is open to the public
Thursday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. through April 30 and
will be open daily beginning May 1. Guests must be 21 years of age or
older. Entry charge applies. For additional information on LIQUID,
visit www.lightgroup.com.
Bellagio
-- The beautiful poolscape of Bellagio transports guests to Italy,
without the jet lag. With five Mediterranean-inspired pools,
including two heated lap pools, guests can enjoy everything from
carefree lounging to a cooling workout. Set amidst elegant citrus
trees and landscaped gardens, the complex features hand-carved
Italianesque stone fountains and Mediterranean-designed tile. Guests
also can experience the delectable new menu of the Pool Cafe, take
cover in luxurious cabanas with semi-private patios, or revel in the
pampering attention of the pool attendants. Bellagio's pools
currently are available to hotel guests 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.; hours will
extend during the summer months. For more information about
Bellagio's poolside indulgences, log onto www.bellagio.com.
Vdara Hotel & Spa
-- High above Harmon Circle on the third level of Vdara Hotel & Spa,
Vdara Pool & Lounge is a pool experience like no other. Featuring
phenomenal views of CityCenter, the sleek 40,000-square-foot poolscape
is filled with comfortable chaise lounges, plush daybeds and indulgent
cabanas. Be the envy of the crowd and reserve a special spa cabana,
providing unique poolside services that will nurture and revive. An
open-air lounge pairs made-to-order cocktails with gourmet tapas
including Vietnamese Summer Rolls, Yellowtail Tuna Ceviche and Fried
Lobster Corn Dogs. The pool is open to hotel guests 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
daily. For more on Vdara Pool & Lounge, visit www.vdara.com.
MGM Grand
-- A privileged playground for partygoers, glitterati and celebrities,
WET REPUBLIC at MGM Grand combines the best elements of the city's
club scene with matchless poolside amenities. At a spacious 53,000
square feet, Vegas' first ultra pool features two saltwater pools and
six jetted spas. Elite VIP service and renowned entertainers are
standard. On April 24, reality stars Kim and Khloe Kardashian will
host sister Kourtney's 31st birthday bash poolside for all to see.
WET REPUBLIC is open to the public daily from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Guests must be 21 years of age or older. Entry charges apply. For
more information, visit www.wetrepublic.com.
-- The larger MGM Grand Pool complex provides almost seven acres of
dynamic swimming and sunbathing areas. Guests can enjoy four swimming
pools including one lap pool, three large whirlpools, a lazy river,
sparkling fountains and tropical waterfalls. Private cabanas set the
mood for ultra relaxation while the Cabana Grille offers tempting
summer fare. The poolscape is open to hotel guests from 8 a.m. to 6
p.m. throughout April; hours extend even longer during the summer
months. Visit www.mgmgrand.com for more details on MGM Grand's pool
offerings and amenities.
Mandalay Bay
-- Mandalay Bay ups the pool scene ante with Mandalay Bay Beach.
Spanning 11 acres, this fan favorite invites guests to body surf in
the wave pool, relax in the lazy river, make sand castles on a beach
filled with real California sand, hit the jogging trail or retreat to
a private cabana, bungalow or villa. Just steps from the waves, the
three-story glass-fronted Beachside Casino features the open-air Beach
Bar & Grill on the first level; the first climate-controlled beachside
gaming on The Strip can be found on the second; while the
spectacularly exclusive Villas Soleil reside on the third. Mandalay
Bay Beach is open to hotel guests 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. through April;
hours will extend through the summer months.
-- Mandalay Bay's fun Concerts on the Beach series invites music-lovers
to bring blankets, slip on their flip-flops and hit The Beach, where
they can wade into the surf or rent a relaxing beach bungalow or villa
for an unforgettable summertime music experience. Kicking things off
this season is popular country music singer Gary Allan who will bring
his high-energy hits to Mandalay Bay Beach April 17. More events will
be announced soon. Concerts on the Beach are open to the general
public. Tickets are available through the Mandalay Bay Box Office at
(877) 632-7400.
-- Adjacent to Mandalay Bay Beach, the adults-only Moorea Beach Club
features dipping pools, chaise lounges, comfortable daybeds and
private pavilions. Taking relaxation to the next level, guests also
can indulge in rejuvenating poolside spa treatments. Moorea Beach
Club is open to hotel guests 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. Guests must be
21 years of age or older. Entry charges apply.
For more information on Mandalay Bay poolside amenities and entertainment, log onto www.mandalaybay.com.
The Mirage
-- Guests can dare to reveal (almost) all at Bare Pool and Lounge at The
Mirage. European-style sun-worshipping invites guests to experience
the ultimate in poolside pampering - sans tan lines - while ensconced
within the privacy of towering palms. DJ-spun music sets the mood at
this luxe escape, featuring intimate cabanas, plush daybeds and two
luxury dipping pools. Bare is open to the public Thursday through
Monday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Beginning May 1, Bare will open daily from
11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Guests must be 21 years of age or older. Entry
charges apply. For more information on Bare, visit
www.lightgroup.com.
-- The Mirage main pool complex offers a lush tropical oasis with two
pools, jetted spas and cascading waterfalls. Cabanas offer comfy
lounge seating on private patios, flat-screen televisions, iPod docks,
pool rafts and misting systems, among other amenities. Paradise Cafe
and Dolphin Bar provide light summer fare and cooling refreshments.
The Mirage pool complex is open to hotel guests daily from 9 a.m. to 6
p.m. throughout April; hours will extend in the summer months. For
additional information, visit www.mirage.com.
Monte Carlo Resort & Casino
-- The refreshing poolscape of Monte Carlo includes The Strip's first
wave pool and a meandering lazy river. To escape the sun, guests can
rent cabanas that rival some living rooms, with chairs, loveseats,
coffee and end tables, privacy curtains, flat-screen televisions,
telephones, ceiling fans, and more. Poolside servers offer a full
range of cocktails as well as appetizers, salads, sandwiches, burgers
and pizzas, all made to order. Poolside massage treatments are
available on weekends. Monte Carlo's pool complex is open to hotel
guests daily from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; hours extend longer during the
summer months. For more details, log onto www.montecarlo.com.
New York-New York Hotel & Casino
-- The pool at New York - New York provides an energizing yet refreshing
guest experience with views of the New York-New York skyline as well
as the thrilling dives of The Roller Coaster. Sunbathers can indulge
in the pool's crystal-clear sparkling waters, as well as three
tranquil whirlpools. Private cabanas and poolside chair massages also
are available. The pool complex is open to hotel guests from 10 a.m.
to 6 p.m. daily; hours extend longer during the summer months. For
more information, visit www.nynyhotelcasino.com.
Luxor Hotel & Casino
-- Luxor's exotic poolscape features four large swimming pools and four
invigorating whirlpools. The 125,650-square-foot complex also
provides private cabanas and VIP poolside seating options. A complete
poolside retail shop allows easy access to swimwear, sunglasses, sun
care products and casual wear. Grab a quick bite or cooling drink
from Oasis Terrace Snack Bar or Pool Bar. Luxor's pool is open to
hotel guests 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily; hours will extend during the
summer months. Non-guests may purchase pool access for $10 per
person. For additional details on Luxor's poolside offerings, visit
www.luxor.com.
Excalibur Hotel & Casino
-- A paradise fit for royalty, Excalibur's recently renovated pool area
now features 60,000 square feet of tropical landscaping with four
pools including a separate pool for guests 16 years of age or older,
two spas, two water slides, and "Drenched" restaurant and bar.
Plentiful seating abounds, with the addition of 800 new deck chairs.
The pool is open to hotel guests 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily. For more
information, log onto www.excalibur.com.
Circus Circus Hotel & Casino
-- Fun is the name of the game at Circus Circus whether guests experience
the excitement of the hotel's Big Top circus acts or frolic in one of
its colorful pools. A nearby snack bar keeps visitors refreshed while
enjoying the hot summer sun. Pools are currently open to hotel guests
9 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily; from Memorial Day to Labor Day, hours will
extend to 9 p.m. For more information, visit www.circuscircus.com.
This summer, Las Vegas visitors are invited to escape the heat by diving into the one-of-a-kind pools of MGM MIRAGE. With incredible deals available to all, a soothing - or scintillating - poolside getaway is just a click away at www.mgmmirage.com.
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