Published on: November 25, 2024, 01:57h.
Last updated on: November 25, 2024, 02:14h.
It’s a bustling period in Southern Nevada. Following the Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix, the Thanksgiving holiday weekend is now in full swing.
AAA estimates that almost 80 million people in the US will be traveling over 50 miles this week to join loved ones for a festive Thanksgiving meal. Las Vegas is once again identified as a popular destination for those seeking an alternative way to celebrate the holiday.
Warm weather is a common factor among the top 10 domestic destinations. AAA’s 2024 Thanksgiving Travel Forecast highlights four Florida cities known for their beaches, theme parks, and cruise ports, along with other popular destinations like New York, California, Hawaii, and Las Vegas.
Hertz officials state that Atlanta, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Miami, Oahu, Orlando, and Phoenix are the cities with the highest demand for rental cars this week. The busiest days for car rentals are the Wednesday before Thanksgiving and the Monday and Tuesday following the holiday.
Affordable Lodging Options
Despite strong demand reported by Hertz and AAA for Las Vegas, hotel rates remain budget-friendly.
For a Wednesday through Sunday stay, Aria offers rooms at $172 per night before additional fees and taxes. Resorts World is even more economical at $105.
Other rates include Fontainebleau at $225, Park MGM at $111, and Harrah’s at $65. For the most cost-conscious travelers looking to stay on the Strip, Excalibur by MGM is priced at $71 and Luxor at $74.
For those seeking a luxurious experience, The Venetian is priced at $326, Four Seasons at $307, Wynn/Encore at $268, Cosmopolitan at $260, Bellagio at $221, and Caesars Palace at $232.
With resort fees sometimes exceeding $50 per night, it is essential to complete the booking process to avoid unexpected charges for a Thanksgiving escape to Las Vegas.
AAA advises that the busiest travel times to or from Southern Nevada during the holiday will be between 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. on Wednesday, with early travel before 10 a.m. recommended.
Thanksgiving Dining Specials
Numerous Las Vegas casino resorts are presenting special Thanksgiving-themed buffets and prix-fixe menus.
For example, Caesars Palace’s Bacchanal Buffet offers a Thanksgiving feast for $95, while Carmine’s features a plated meal with turkey and seven sides priced at $50.
Barry’s Downtown Prime at Circa offers a special prix-fixe Thanksgiving menu for $79, and Bugsy & Meyer’s at the Flamingo has a three-course meal including roasted turkey breast and sides at $100.
At Bellagio, diners can enjoy roasted turkey and accompaniments for $58. MGM Grand is providing a $39 special at Crush with sliced turkey, sausage, bacon, stuffing, mashed potatoes, and cranberry sauce.
The Venetian’s Bouchon offers a three-course meal featuring a choice of turkey, short ribs, or scallops with traditional sides, priced at $120. Wynn’s La Cave Wine & Food Hideaway presents a $74 Thanksgiving spread with turkey, sides, and a variety of pies.