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Las Vegas is still the place for an exciting elopement! However, the city of lights has changed and has become the "NEW" hot spot for destination weddings where all of your guests can have a rip roaring good time! From The Groom and his men to your Grandma and everyone in between, the desert has something  for everyone. Scroll down for to see how Las Vegas can be better than you ever imagined.

when to have your las vegas wedding
Arriving during the week usually ensures less expensive flights and room prices. As far as weather goes, July and August are Las Vegas’s hottest month averaging around 106. We think that September and October is a bit more delightful, where the average temperature is between 80-90 degrees. For more months click here to see the average Las Vegas Temperature.

where to stay
So excited that you’ve decided to have a destination wedding in Vegas. Now you’re going to need a place that accommodates your wedding party and your family. Possibly a few kiddos? Maybe your Grandparents? Don’t worry Vegas has you covered.

Vegas has established a “no smoking” policy throughout a few of the city’s hotels. The Four Seasons, Trump Hotel, Mandarin Oriental Hotel and . 

We’ve personally stayed at The Vdara and it was spectacular. This particular hotel does not have a casino, but it is a short  5 minute walk to the ARIA Resort & Casino. Great option if you don’t want to  deal with all the hustle and bustle of a Casino. Bonus! Most of the suites come with a gourmet kitchen and a washer and dryer. The Shops at Crystal are just a hop, skip and jump away with all the luxury brands you love and yummy food to nosh on.

Plan In Advance

Be sure to create an itinerary of the week's events. * Wedding Tip* Get in touch with your guests or post on your wedding website the wedding itinerary. Making it clear when your guests will have free time for Las Vegas activities and that they should book them in advance before the trip.

Activities For Grandma and Grandpa

Of course Vegas is still the party capitol of the world a resort city and famed for its vibrant nightlife, centered around 24-hour casinos but there is also a little something for everyone, including Grandma. Here are a few activities that Grandma and Grandpa might enjoy, we know that we would.

1. Take a tour of Hoover Damn
Discover the wonders  of this historical structure and how it came to be.
2. See a Show
Acrobats, magicians, jokesters, showgirls and more. There are so many shows to see it will be hard to decide.
3. Go Golfing
There are more than 50 golf courses in the Las Vegas area. We guarantee that your favorite golfer will find one of the celebrity designed courses to their liking.

Vegas Fun For The Groom and His Men

We know what you are thinking … strip clubs. However, there are other options for the Groom and His men these days in Las Vegas. Here are just a few activities.

1. Be a race car driver for a day
How much would your groom like to get behind the wheel of a  Lamborghini, Ferrari or Porsche Race Car? At Dream Racing he can do this.
2. Get Frosty
The Ice lounge at the Mandalay Bay is always a cool (minus 5 degrees Celsius or 23 degrees Fahrenheit), Filled with sculptures made from 100% pure Canadian ice. Everything around you is pure crystal clear glacial ice, from the seats to the cocktail glasses. For private functions, they are able to make you a custom ice sculpture.
3. Explore The Dessert
Go off roading and explore the Mojave desert.

For The Kids
1. Discovery Children’s Museum
58,000 square feet of nine differently themed activities and exhibits that will appear to all age groups.
2. Shark Reef
A full size aquarium that is designed with the idea of immersing you underwater while you are in the desert.
3. See A Magic Show
Be sure to look at the description under each show to see the Age Restriction of the show. Like Pen and Teller’s show you must be 5 years of age or older to see this particular show.

Vegas Fun For The Bride

1. Spa Day
Gather your wedding party and spend the day at the Spa. Nearly every resort has a spa with something special. The Spa at the Mandarin Oriental starts with a traditional Chinese foot ritual, The Spa at Aria has a Shio Salt Room, where you can lie and breathe in the therapeutic air.
2. Vegas Bachelorette Party Ideas
Have a fling before the ring! Learn how to pole dance or enjoy some serious eye candy at Thunder From Down Under. An all male dance revue that promises a feast of flesh and fantasy that the Greek Gods would be proud of.
3. Get a Vegas Glow
Vegas is known for their pools! Reserve a cabana at the Naked Pool and spend the day partying topless one last time.

Have A Welcome Dinner

There are so many food adventures to be had in Vegas, so deciding on a place for your welcome dinner might be hard. If we had to chose a place that the whole family would enjoy it would be Giada De Laurentis restaurant in Vegas. Start off with her bacon Wrapped Dates that are filled with spicy Italian sausage & gorgonzola crema. For the main course try a 7 oz. Filet with basil potato purée, band end the evening with some Chocolate Tiramisu -chocolate zabiaone & espresso soaked ladyfingers. Yum!

Get Married
After all that fun in the sun it is time to tie the knot, Vegas style. Which means you can do whatever you want. Tie the knot at Brittany Spears or take all your guests to Cili at Bali Hai and Say “I Do” in Paradise!

King protea bouquet designed by  Las Vegas Florist - Layers of Lovely and photographed by Las Vegas wedding photographer  Gaby J Photography at the Las Vegas wedding venue  Springs Preserve.