Las Vegas Blog

Welcome to my blog about Las Vegas, a city that truly sparkles like no other. Known for its dazzling lights, unforgettable shows, and, of course, its world-renowned casinos, Vegas offers so much more than just its famous Strip. Through my blog, I’ll take you beyond the neon, exploring hidden gems, culinary delights, and unexpected adventures in this desert oasis. Las Vegas is a playground for both the high rollers and those seeking the simple joys of mesmerizing attractions and unparalleled entertainment. Whether you’re here for the opulent hotels, the gourmet dining experiences, or the thrill of the games, I’m excited to share my personal tales and insider tips. From secret speakeasies to the most jaw-dropping shows and serene escapes just outside the city limits, join me as we dive into the heart of Las Vegas. Let’s discover together the magic that makes this city truly unforgettable.

Las Vegas: Smith & Wollensky – Restaurant Week

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

We hit Las Vegas just in time for the annual Restaurant Week during which, you’ll get prix fixe menus at a very affordbale price at a number of the city’s restaurants. …
Las Vegas: Searsucker and Cowboy Caviar

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

When I told my friend Jessica that I would be all by myself in Las Vegas, she felt sorry for me and decided to set me up with her friend …
Las Vegas: Julian Serrano – Tapas at Aria

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

Julian Serrano is a popular tapas restaurant located at the lobby floor level in Aria. The daily happy hour offers from a special bar menu include sangria and small plates, …
Las Vegas: Jean-Georges Steakhouse with the guys

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

After High Roller, we went to Jean Georges at Aria, where we had the most amazing steaks. Mine was a filet mignon, perfectly rare and very delicious. My friend Sebastian went all …
Las Vegas: Fatburger on The Strip

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

Fatburger’s slogan is “the last great hamburger stand,” and there’s no doubt that the burgers are among the best in Las Vegas. The burgers come in size S-XXXL, and you can …
Bacchanal – Las Vegas Restaurants

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

One of the most hyped buffets in town, Bacchanal, offers all the traditional crowd pleasers (crab, oysters and prime rib) plus a couple of unexpected, but delightful, extras, such as …
Las Vegas: WSOP 2010 – World Series of Poker

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

Here’s another blast from the past. This blog post is about Trine and I visiting the Word Series of Poker at Rio Casino in Las Vegas back in 2010.
Las Vegas: The night the Coke machine ate my credit card

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

One of my last days in Las Vegas, I did something really stupid. It included Coke. Not the white illegal stuff (you thought so??), but the red cans of caffeine …
Las Vegas: DMX at Foxtail – Party Up!

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

The night I met for dinner with Susan, DMX was playing at Foxtail. Susan wasn’t too eager to go, and she was working the day after, but she insisted on …
Las Vegas: Pizza at Sirrico’s – New York New York

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

July 4th, I was in Las Vegas. This was my first time to celebrate Independence Day in the US, and I was surprised to see how huge this day is …
Las Vegas: Light but no Alesso – My 4th of July

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

After our pizza dinner at Sirrico’s, we met with T (one of J’s friends) and went to the nightclub Light at Mandalay Bay. 4th of July is really big in …
Las Vegas: The Verbena at Chandelier

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

After dinner at Searsucker, our original plan was to proceed to Mandarin Bar for cocktails with a view, but we finished dinner late, and Mandarin Bar was about to close, …

Las Vegas: Gordon Ramsay Burer – Finally!

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

I’ve wanted to try Gordon Ramsay Burger for ages, so this time the long line out in front of the restaurant couldn’t stop me. One of the benefits of traveling …
Las Vegas: The Wildlife Habitat at Flamingo

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

I’m finally in Las Vegas and so is my passport (read more about that story here). For reasons unknown, I had packed it in my camera bag in my checked …
How I got on the flight to Las Vegas without my passport

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

I used to carry my passport with me at all times while traveling, but then a friend from the Danish consulate in Dubai told me, it was a really bad idea, …
Bobby’s Burger Palace – Las Vegas

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

Fatburger used to be my all time burger-favorite on the Strip, but when I was in Vegas last year, I passed by Gordon Ramsay’s BurGR on my last day there, …
Las Vegas: XS and Saturday night

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

Saturday night in Vegas is like Christmas Eve in the real world. Expectations are sky-high and you’re stressed out trying to make it the best night ever. Restaurant reservations, guest list inquiries …
Las Vegas: Pre-clubbing dinner at Andrea’s (CLOSED)

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

Update: Andrea’s is now closed. I was really excited to finally get to dine at Andrea’s as this place has been one of the most hyped spots in Las Vegas …
Las Vegas: A fab night out at Marquee

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

Cecce had to wait for ages for her luggage to arrive, so she didn’t make it in time to come meet us at Jean-Georges Steakhouse. Instead she went directly to Marquee instead, …
Las Vegas: High Roller with open bar

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

Friday was our first night out in Vegas this time, and it was wet and wild, literally speaking. The night started at the new ferris wheel, High Roller, just next …
Las Vegas: Tacos El Gordo and The Conservatory

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

’ll tell you what I want, what I really, really want: A taco de adobada (spicy pork taco) from Tacos El Gordos! Ever since I boarded the plane to Las …
Las Vegas: Mandarin Bar and MOzen – A night out at Mandarin Oriental

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

Update: Mandarin Oriental in Las Vegas is now Waldorf Astoria AC just love Mandarin Oriental, but because the Mandarin Oriental hotel in Las Vegas was almost twice as expensive as …
Las Vegas: AC’s birthday at Mix and XS – All In

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

Saturday night, we celebrated AC’s birthday. We started out with dinner at MIX, 64 floors up in THE hotel. We had a really cool table/booth, which was partly shielded, so …
Las Vegas: Driving to Grand Canyon

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

If you want a break from the neon lights, rent a car and visit Grand Canyon. Kodak moments guaranteed. I had visited Grand Canyon earlier, but AC had never been there, …

Las Vegas: Fashion Show and California Pizza Kitchen

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

The other day, we went to Fashion Show Mall, which is a sleek new shopping mall on the Strip. It has over 250 stores including a branch of the tourist …
Las Vegas: Marquee on a Monday

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

Yesterday, we went to Marquee and we had the most epic night out, which we’re paying for today in terms of sore feet and the hangover from hell. The cure: …
Las Vegas: Checking in at the Palazzo

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

Yesterday, we checked in at The Palazzo. It’s a gorgeous place and a bit like Bellagio, but without the dancing fountains (but who needs dancing fountains anyway?) The Palazzo is …
Las Vegas: The new Ghostbar – Welcome to Vegas!

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

AC arrived late Saturday night and had quite a “welcome-to-Vegas” experience in the lobby, where happy party-people were walking around in their underwear because of the Lingerie Carnevale that evening …
Las Vegas: China Poblano – Delicious Chinese Mexican food

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

When I was in Las Vegas last time, I walked by China Poblano at Cosmopolitan a bunch of times, but I found the Chinese-Mexican fusion concept a bit too strange, …
Las Vegas: Moon (CLOSED) and DJ Jazzy Jeff

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

Update: Moon is now closed AC first arrives in Vegas tonight, so yesterday I was all by myself. My intention was therefore just to go straight to bed, but since …
Peggy Sue’s Diner – Back to the 50’s

by Mitzie Mee - Sanne

We got up early today to drive all the way from LA to Las Vegas. There is only one highway to Las Vegas, so it is easy to find your …

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