Dine.
Como's, the resort's fine-food beachhead, is the work of Joseph Keller, brother of the French Laundry's Thomas. Steaks rule here, with surprises such as a superior pork chop glazed in root beer barbecue sauce. $$$$; lunch and dinner daily. MonteLago Village, 10 Via Brianza; 702/567-9950.
Drink.
In MonteLago Village, Sunset & Vines is a first-rate wine shop and bar. Tastings from $20. 40 Costa di Lago; 702/382-7900.
Ice-skate.
For an only-in-Las-Vegas-experience, twirl on a floating ice rink moored on the lake. Through Feb 14; $15 per hour, including skate rental. MonteLago Village; 702/564-4766.
Paddle.
You are on a lake, after all. Explore it via kayaks, canoes, and pedal boats you can rent from the Lake Las Vegas Marina (from $25 per hour; 702/568-6024). Or try a gondola cruise (from $125 for two; 877/446-6365).
Relax.
Spa Vita di Lago offers facials, massages, and Hydrating Blue Flowers ("aromatic botanicals" applied to your body) in the deluxe surroundings of the Ritz-Carlton. Treatments from $75. 702/567-4700.
