Although Las Vegas is far from the only place that has experienced massive heat waves this year, it is one of the best places to escape the sun’s wrath. Not only is every resort on the Strip air-conditioned, you’ll find pools and cabanas galore. But there are also multiple destinations with even better ways to cool off.
One of most unique ways to beat the heat is in Minus5 Icebar, which offers three venues in Vegas. Inside each one is a cool bar and a lounge where everything is made of ice, and yes, temperatures are kept there, which means the ice sculptures, glasses and furniture will remain frozen. Each location—Grand Canal Shoppes at The Venetian, The Linq Promenade and Mandalay Bay—is made of about 100 tons of ice, and each venue is themed differently, so heading to all three is definitely recommended. This summer, all locations are offering specially priced packages. For instance, the “Polar Passport” offers three-day entry to all venues, plus glove and parka use, two cocktails, and a souvenir hat. Other special packages might include show experiences, souvenirs, cocktails and more; restrictions may apply.
Speaking of frozen, Eataly Las Vegas in Park MGM announced a summertime gelato program, and that’s a very sweet heat-buster. Il Gelato is located close to the Strip entrance to Eataly, and serves up small batches of the creamy treat, made with whole milk and imported Italian ingredients. Its new Gelato alla Grande menu features massive presentations like the Coppa Fragola, a sundae supreme with scoops of vaniligia, fior di latte and mascarpone gelatos, strawberries, pistachios, crushed ice cream cone and whipped cream. But there are several other creations that will pique your taste buds.
And if you’d like a little pick-me-up in your ice cream, try one of the alcohol-infused varieties at Aubi & Ramsa in Resorts World Las Vegas, where you’ll find tequila sorbet and Irish cream ice cream. At 0.5% ABV, no one’s getting totally toasted here, but it will definitely take the edge off Vegas’ scorching temperatures.
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