How Not to Blow your New Year’s Resolutions in Las Vegas

According to U.S. News, 80% of new year’s resolutions fail by the second week of February—odds only the most daring Las Vegas oddsmakers would bet on. If you’ve made it this far without breaking your new year’s resolutions for 2019, congratulations! You’re on a roll, and nothing can stop you now—not even your upcoming spring break trip or winter getaway to Las Vegas.

Believe it or not, it is possible to keep your resolutions in Sin City without sacrificing the best of what Vegas has to offer. To help keep you on track to achieve your goals for the new year, we’ve created a guide to how you can make the most of Las Vegas without blowing the most common new year’s resolutions, including:

Let’s jump in!

Las Vegas may have a reputation for doing everything to the extreme, including food (we’re looking at you, Heart Attack Grill), but if your new year’s resolution is to eat healthier, don’t panic. There are tons of places to get a delicious, healthy bite in Las Vegas without limiting yourself to another boring old salad. Check out this list of the best healthy-choice restaurants in Vegas by Eater Vegas.

Beyond opting for healthier menu options, packing nutritious and filling snacks like protein bars or picking up fresh fruit from a local supermarket will make sure you have something healthy to fall back on if you need a quick nosh. Bonus: smart snacking helps keep your food costs lower, leaving you with more money to spend on the casino floor, at gourmet (healthy) restaurants, or on that big night out on the town.

Speaking of a night out, alcohol packs a ton of empty calories, especially if you imbibe daily (an easy thing to do—it is Sin City, after all). Limiting your alcohol intake is an easy way to maintain your diet goals in Vegas, and it will give your body a chance to re-hydrate and re-energize. Your wallet will thank you too.

There’s no need to put your fitness goals on hold while you visit Las Vegas. You have lots of options for getting your steps in or sweating it out:

With a little research and some advanced planning, you can easily reduce the cost of your Vegas vacation. Try these tips:

Want more ideas for saving money in Las Vegas? Check out our guide.

If your new year’s resolution is to try something new or cross something off your bucket list, you’re in luck—there’s no shortage of unique experiences in Las Vegas.

You’re already on the right track by booking a trip to Las Vegas. Las Vegas is surrounded by Southwest hotspots, making it a great home base for further exploration. While you’re in Vegas, check out:

Just 20 minutes from the Strip, Red Rock Canyon is a great option for a day trip. Drive the 13-mile scenic loop, spot some petroglyphs, and be sure to check out some of the best-known viewpoints, like the Keystone Thrust Fault, Mount Wilson, Calico HiIls, or Ice Box Canyon. Bonus: There are lots of hiking and mountain biking trails in Red Rock Canyon, so you can fit in some exercise as well.

There are many guided tours of Red Rock Canyon available from the Strip. Get up close and personal on our Red Rock Canyon SUV Tour:

Many people are surprised to learn that the Grand Canyon is easily accessible from Las Vegas.

If you have time, the South Rim National Park is about a 5 hour drive from the Strip, making it ideal for a self-guided overnight excursion or an airplane tour. If you have less time in Las Vegas, save yourself the drive and hop on a group day tour to the South Rim, or visit Grand Canyon West. Grand Canyon West—home of the Skywalk and the new Grand Canyon zipline—is less than 3 hours from the Strip.

There are many guided group day tours to the Grand Canyon available from the Strip, including airplane tours, helicopter floor landings, leisurely boat cruises down the Colorado River, and adrenaline-pumping whitewater rafting adventures.

Death Valley is about 2.5 hours from the Las Vegas Strip, making it another great option for a day trip. Why visit Death Valley?

Named for its distinctive red sandstone formations, the Valley of Fire is just 55 miles from the Strip. Hike into the inner canyons and visit other famous locations like Atlatl Rock, Elephant Rock, Rainbow Vista, and more.

Venture off-road in a customized Tour Trekker SUV on our Valley of Fire SUV tour.

Meeting new people is easy in Sin City. Sometimes, all it takes is putting your phone down or taking out your earbuds and initiating a conversation with your neighbor. Most people in Las Vegas are happy to chat, but if sparking a conversation with a stranger is outside your comfort zone, try these tactics:

If taking better care of yourself is your priority for 2019, you’re in the right place.

Pamper yourself at one of the many spas in Las Vegas. From dry sweating rooms to steam baths, ice fountains, and water circuits, there are spa experiences to tempt any visitor. For the ultimate in self-care luxury, try these unique experiences:

For those that prefer a less “Las Vegas” spa experience, you can also make an appointment with a massage therapist or esthetician.

If spas aren’t your idea of self-care, there are also several hot springs within easy reach of Las Vegas, including:

If you’re one of the few strong-hearted folks who’s managed to maintain their new year’s resolution well into 2019, kudos, and keep it up! While no trip to Sin City would be complete without a little indulgence, sticking to your new year’s resolutions doesn’t have to hold you back while you’re visiting Las Vegas.

Get more tips and expert advice for your Las Vegas adventure in our Ultimate Guide to Visiting Las Vegas.