High Stakes and High Times: Las Vegas’ Bet on Cannabis Lounges

Las Vegas is upping its ante with a fresh attraction that’s luring in not just gamblers, but green thumbs and ganja aficionados alike. Forget the neon lights and clinking slot machines, the city’s newest bet is on cannabis consumption lounges, and it’s paying off big time.

Imagine drifting away from the clamor of the Strip into a space where you can chill, smoke, and not worry about side-eyes. This is the reality at spots like Dazed!, nestled inside the gargantuan Planet 13 dispensary. It’s here that visitors like the Price siblings, fresh from a family reunion, found themselves unwinding. After all, what’s better than kicking back with some high-quality buds in a lounge that feels more like a swanky bar minus the booze?

Across town, another lounge called Smoke and Mirrors is making waves. Tucked inside Thrive Cannabis Dispensary, this spot offers a refuge for those looking to decompress after a long day, like co-workers William and Angie who, after clocking out, swapped their kitchen gear for bong hits.

Nevada’s warm embrace of these lounges isn’t just good for weary tourists and locals; it’s a savvy business move. Legalized through AB341 in 2021, these lounges are emerging as vital cogs in the state’s hospitality machine. They’re a nod to a growing demographic that seeks more from their Vegas experience than the traditional vices.

The lounges themselves are a blend of strict regulation and relaxed vibes. At Planet 13, you’ll find self-serve lockers for your stash, while Thrive’s Smoke and Mirrors offers a separate entrance for those coming straight from the dispensary. It’s clear that while the rules are stringent—no taking your unfinished goodies home—the atmosphere is anything but.

What we’re witnessing is the transformation of Las Vegas from a mere casino town into a multifaceted entertainment hub. As more lounges pop up, each with its own unique flair, the city stakes its claim not just on the vices of old but on the burgeoning cannabis culture. This isn’t just a win for the city, but for the droves of visitors looking to add a little green to their Vegas gold.

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