May 17, 2012

Our Las Vegas Pools are Cool: Here’s Why…

Red Rock's Cabana Club heats up on the weekends!

WHEN WE SEE that the forecast calls for 90-degree temperatures here in Las Vegas, we locals know that it’s officially pool season. Whether you’re up for a relaxing day with a good book, or a flirtatious afternoon dancing with friends and cold drinks, Station Casinos has some of the most fabulous pools in Las Vegas. Our featured pool list starts at the Red Rock in Summerlin.

You don’t need to take our word for how great the pools are. Take the word of one of the Red Rock pool patrons, Jennifer Cook:

“The Red Rock Pool is luxe like a private club pool, there’s plenty of lush landscaping and plenty of room to stretch out and get lots of sunshine”

Typically, Jennifer frequents the weekends-only Cabana Club unless she has friends or family staying at Red Rock, since the main pool is reserved for hotel guests only.

“Walking through the doors at the Cabana Club instantly ups my VIP status. Everyone knows your name. I love the intimate surroundings – lines of daybeds, cabanas, and lots of mostly bare, well-tended bodies sunning while the beautiful and dependably friendly staff serves your drink – and they already know what your having.”

Jennifer and her friends know that drinks are a must when staying cool at the pool in the Las Vegas heat.

“My solitary drink of choice on a hot summer day at the Cabana Club is without a doubt, a Sapphire and tonic with two limes. The refreshing aromatics of the Sapphire (not to be confused by any other duller spirit) gin, mixed with the light bubbles of the tonic and the kick of lime send me into the sun with a smile on my face.”

“When the libations are to be shared, I go for a pitcher of Mojitos. I’m not the biggest fan of rum, but whoever is mixing at Cabana Club has got the inside track on the proper mix. It’s a light drink for the pool, but still packs a punch, without packing lbs on the bikini-clad bodies.”

Our newest featured Las Vegas pool resides in North Las Vegas at Aliante Station (free for hotel guests). Guests told management that they like the Aliante pool because it is “very nice and clean,”  and “extremely relaxing regardless if there’s lots of foot traffic,” like there is on Sundays, for the popular pool party, Sunday Splash. Visitors pay a $15 entry fee for a wristband to enjoy what we’re told are “very generous drink specials.” For more information, including special discounted pool prices for children, weekday rates and more, visit the Aliante Station website.

Henderson Pool-goers, fear not! The Pond at Green Valley Ranch is open and ready for another fantastic summer. This locals hot spot is a value-packed favorite for service industry workers who enjoy their Mondays off. Monday is Industry Day, and for $20, you can enjoy all-you-can-drink champagne. Three regular DJs spin at The Pond, DJ DIGDUG, DJ QUIRA, and DJ Mika Gold. Our advice, bring a group and take advantage of the great values on daybeds, cabanas, and bottle specials. You can even order a cooler-case of Corona!

Here’s 7 other reasons why the pools at Station Casinos are the coolest pools in Las Vegas. Dive in!

  1. The Cabana Club at Red Rock Resort has a live DJ from 12pm – 4pm Saturdays and Sundays. European bathing is optional (ooh la la).
  2. Two words: Party Cabana (up to 16 people at GVR).
  3. Poolside concerts this Memorial Day weekend at the Sandbar at Red Rock Resort – tickets start at just $15 + tax/fees.
  4. DJ Alpyne and the Sunday Slash pool party (with drink specials) from 11am to 5pm at Aliante Station’s The Deck is open to public.
  5. Day and Seasonal Pool Passes are available for purchase at Sunset Station to non-hotel guests (go locals!)
  6. Locals can access the pool at Green Valley Ranch for $20 per day – that includes a $10 food & beverage credit.
  7. Friday night live music at the Sandbar at Red Rock starting in June. Tribute bands will be playing the hits from every era.

Station Casinos Wins 25 ‘Best of Las Vegas’ 2010 Awards

Review Journal Poll: The Best of Las Vegas 2010 – Thanks, Las Vegas, For This Year’s 25 Awards!

STATION CASINOS AWARDS

 

  • Best Players Club – Station Casinos Boarding Pass (11 Years In A Row) – Readers’ Pick
  • Best Football Contest – Station Casinos Great Giveaway (16 Years In A Row) – Readers’ Pick
  • Best Coffee / Cappucino – Starbucks – Readers’ Pick
  • Best Sub Sandwich – Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop (GVR, Red Rock & Aliante Station) – Readers’ Pick & Review-Journal’s Pick

Thank You Las Vegas!

PALACE STATION AWARDS

BOULDER STATION AWARDS

SUNSET STATION AWARDS

RED ROCK AWARDS

  • Best Steakhouse – T-Bones Chophouse – Readers’ Pick
  • Best Keno – Red Rock – Readers’ Pick
  • Best Coffee Shop – Red Rock – Readers’ Pick
  • Best Asian Restaurant – Hachi – Readers’ Pick
  • Best Bowling Alley – Red Rock Lanes – Readers’ Pick

GREEN VALLEY RANCH AWARDS

  • Best Spa – The Spa at GVR – Readers’ Pick
  • Best Brunch – Feast Buffet – Readers’ Pick
  • Best Seafood – Tides Oyster Bar – Readers’ Pick
  • Best Lounge Performer/Tribute Act – Sin City Sinners – Review-Journal’s Pick
  • Best Ice Cream – U-Swirl – Review-Journal’s Pick

ALIANTE STATION AWARDS

FIESTA HENDERSON AWARDS

FIESTA RANCHO AWARDS

WILDFIRE GAMING AWARDS


Comments on the voting? Let us know below!

Las Vegas Spa Secrets: Picking the Perfect Facial

 

ONE OF THE major misconceptions in skin care is not changing your regimen as your skin changes. Clients often pick a product that works for them and then stick with it. Over time they grow concerned that the product is no longer working for them – I’m getting so dry or My skin looks dull. Clients have to realize that a product that worked for them in their mid 20s will no longer be the ideal product for them in their 30s and 40s. Simply put, as we change so must the products we use to maximize the results.

Seasonal changes affect our skin’s moisture levels. In great heat and great cold the skin becomes more dehydrated and sensitive. Keeping it clean, hydrated and protected are the keys.

As we age our body naturally slows down. We begin to lose elastin, collagen and moisture. The environment also affects the aging process. Sun exposure speeds up the aging process as well. Some of the facials we offer at the Red Rock Resort Las Vegas Spa focus on cell renewal, brightening and resurfacing of the skin.

PROFESSIONAL HELP

During a skin consultation an esthetician assesses the skin type and the goal of the client. Are they here to relax or are they here to really make a change in their skin? Once that is determined we can decide on the proper facial and product line to use. Skin consultations are important because we also need to know if there are any known allergies or injuries that might affect the client.

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The basic skin types are dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acneic skin. With the Las Vegas climate, most common skin type is dry. Skin type varies from age and ethnicities as well. Our menu of facial treatments is diverse and every client is different so there is not just one facial to pick for a certain skin type, but if I were to keep it very basic….

Sensitive Skin: Breathe facial, Delicate facial

Dry Skin: Breathe facial, Classic facial, Microderm facial

Oily skin: Classic facial, Volcanic Deep Purifying facial

Combination skin: All facials (determined by skin’s specific issues)

Acneic skin: Classic facial, Volcanic Deep Purifying facial

Mature skin: Radiance, Diamond in the Rough

We can also customize your facial as everyone has different skin types and needs at different stages throughout the seasonal changes and as they age. We can customize our Classic Facial to any skin type. During the first three to four minutes the esthetican does a skin consultation asking the guest various questions about their current skin care regimen and go from there. We also can assist someone whom may wish to come on a regular basis and customize a series of facials to address their current regimen.

Jeannie Nagy
Lead Esthetician
Red Rock Spa

If you have skin or spa questions, let me know below!