How To Spend 24 Hours in Vegas When You’re Not A Gambler

If you love to gamble, a quick trip to Las Vegas is a no-brainer. You find a hotel — preferably a casino on the strip — park yourself at whichever game tickles your fancy, and then hopefully have Lady Luck on your side until it’s time to go home. But what if you’re like me, and you don’t gamble? 

To be clear, I will play the occasional game or two. But giving my money to the house is never a sound investment in my book. Since I’m not much of a gambler, places like Atlantic City and Las Vegas aren’t usually at the top of my list for destinations. 

However, I was just in Las Vegas this past March and I still had an amazing time without giving the casino floors any of my money. Thankfully, the city has plenty of other things to do that will keep non-gamblers like me occupied.  Here’s how you can take a quick trip to Vegas and have unforgettable memories. 

Las Vegas is for Foodies

Luxe Dining Experiences

For an upscale experience, I tried Carversteak, which is one of 12 fine dining restaurants located in Resorts World’s atrium. This premium steakhouse has a wide array of offerings including authentic wagyu beef, attentive staff, and a great cocktail selection which makes it ideal for date nights — especially if you want to impress your boo. Like most steakhouses, this is an à la carte style restaurant.

I love the attention to detail which included a waiter coming to your table with a sampling of steak knives so you could choose the right one for your intended cut of meat. Meanwhile, hefty pre-cracked crab legs, and a beef tartare that was super fresh with the right amount of lemon juice, and filet mignon that was practically fork-tender were highlights for me. It’s rare that I eat at a restaurant and love every dish I sample, but this was one of those nights. 

If you don’t eat meat, there is a vegan menu too. And, like I mentioned, the ambiance and oversized booths makes it great for couples. For a 24-hour trip to Vegas, this is a fun and posh way to cap the night before hitting the clubs or heading out of town. However, the à la carte menu means if you choose to sample multiple items and indulge in tasty cocktails, your check can add up quickly—bring your black card. 

But this space is also fantastic for groups or girls’ trips since you can continue the night at the rooftop lounge Allē on the 66th floor or Gatsby’s on the main casino floor with its secret speakeasy menu. 

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