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This Iconic Las Vegas Hotel Just Revamped Its 2-Story, 6,500-square-foot Penthouses
Las Vegas is a destination that is constantly reinventing itself, and this certainly holds true for Aria Resort & Casino, which continues to set the standard for luxury on the Las Vegas Strip. The hotel has quietly been completing a top-down refresh of the most exclusive suites within this 4004-room campus. Now, its four duplex invite-only…
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Best Hotels Las Vegas 2024
While some players will settle for a
live casino
for the closest thing to a visit to Vegas, there is no substitute for the real thing. The key is to stay at one of those hotels that will make it tough to want to leave. These are the best hotels available in Las Vegas for 2024 where you can gamble, play
slots, and enjoy your vacation.
If you are all…
AZ Central
Free parking on Las Vegas Strip: Which hotels have it, which don't
Free parking, once a staple of Las Vegas hotels, is now as difficult to come by as a slots jackpot.
A handful of Las Vegas Strip hotels that once touted free parking, including The Strat, Venetian and Palazzo, ended free parking for guests and visitors in 2023. It now costs up to $15 per day to park at The Strat and up to $18 per day to park at…
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The 10 Best Things to Do in Las Vegas for Design Lovers
Beyond the neon lights, dazzling attractions, and bustling casinos, Las Vegas is - believe it or not - a haven for design enthusiasts. The desert oasis has a cool collection of museums, hotels, and structures that seamlessly blend architecture, art, and creativity into one. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, here's everything design lovers…
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10 Best Hotels in Las Vegas
Las Vegas is a city that is known for its casinos, nightlife, and entertainment. It is also home to some of the most luxurious hotels in the world. Whether you are looking for a romantic getaway, a family vacation, or a weekend of gambling and partying, Las Vegas has the perfect hotel for you.
Here are our picks for the best hotels in Las Vegas:
1.…
Yogonet
BetMGM awarded $138M in progressive jackpots in 2023, up 32% from previous year
iGaming and sports betting operator
BetMGM
has announced that it awarded over $138 million in progressive jackpots in 2023, a 32% year-over-year increase.
MGM Grand Millions, Bison Fury and other slot titles created by Entain
for BetMGM and available exclusively at BetMGM's Online Casino
were the source of more than half of the prize total, the…
Pokerfuse
Massive Jackpots Won at BetMGM Casino: $138 Million in Payouts in 2023
2023 was a big year for gambling operators in the US and Canada, with
BetMGM Casino
being one of the top in the industry and setting new records over the course of the year.
In 2023, BetMGM Casino paid out a total of
$138.2 million in progressive jackpot prizes, a 32% year-over-year increase compared to 2022, demonstrating the massive interest of…
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Hotel room rates leading up to the Big Game in Las Vegas
LAS VEGAS (KSNV) - With 19 days until Las Vegas hosts its first Super Bowl, hotel and motel room rates are fluctuating by the day.
For two people, from Saturday, Feb. 10 to Monday, Feb. 12, room rates vary depending on whether you want one bed or two.
Staying at one of MGM Resorts International, which includes Mandalay Bay, Bellagio, and Aria…
Travel and Leisure
It Just Got More Expensive to Stay at These Las Vegas Hotels
It just got a little more expensive to stay at many popular casino hotels.
MGM Resorts, the parent company of some of the largest casinos and hotels in Las Vegas, recently increased resort fees at many of their properties, with some topping out at $50. The fees, which are added after a reservation is made, drive up the total cost of a reservation.…
8 News Now
Las Vegas to turn blue for Law Enforcement Appreciation Day
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) - Iconic Las Vegas sights and marquees will light up blue on Tuesday to show support for Law Enforcement Appreciation Day.
According to a release, Strip resorts, downtown properties, and businesses around the valley will illuminate messages of appreciation on their marquees and buildings will light up in blue to express support of…
KTNV Las Vegas
'More in '24': Behind the New Year's fireworks show on the Las Vegas Strip
LAS VEGAS (KTNV) - The countdown for one of Las Vegas's biggest parties is underway.
Crews worked tirelessly to ensure everything was ready for the big party.
Thousands of electrical circuits have been programmed to launch quickly and precisely, delivering an intricate, choreographed sequence from the nine Las Vegas Strip locations. Each circuit…
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Las Vegas Shares Rules and Restrictions for New Year's Celebration, Reminds People to be Safe and Vigilant
The City of Las Vegas is reminding people of the rules for their New Year's Eve celebration, and to be safe and vigilant about reporting suspicious activity.
People who see something suspicious are asked to call (702) 828-9999, report what they've seen to a nearby officer or call 911.
The call for increased attention to suspicious activity comes…
Travel and Tour World
Amazingly dazzling ways to spend New Year’s Eve in Las Vegas in 2023
Also known as Tinseltown or Hollywood, Las Vegas brims with glitz and glamor. Some unforgettable adventures to savor in Las Vegas. Amongst the Americans, it is termed as the epicenter of parties. From casinos to nightclubs to some yummy lip-smacking meals, Las Vegas is a brilliant place to be on New Year's Eve of 2023.
There are multiple resorts on…
Silive
Best of 2023: I won $2.9 million jackpot playing Wheel of Fortune slots in New Jersey
This year has been one to remember for fans of Wheel of Fortune slots, as they have been at the center of some of the most staggering casino jackpot wins in 2023. International Game Technology (IGT), the creator of these popular slot machines, announced that a trio of jackpots cumulatively awarded over $6.3 million to lucky players in May…
KTNV Las Vegas
Las Vegas officials announce New Year's Eve, 'America's Party 2024' plans
LAS VEGAS (KTNV) - The valley is getting ready to say goodbye to 2023 and hello to 2024.
On Wednesday, Las Vegas officials will announce plans for "America's Party 2024".
According to Las Vegas Events and the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority, fireworks will once again be provided by Grucci. City officials said more than 12000 electrical…
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EKG Slot Awards unveils official list of nominees for 25 categories
Gaming research and consulting firm
Eilers & Krejcik Gaming (EKG) on Tuesday announced the official award category nominees for the
5th Annual EKG Slot Awards, an event that aims to recognize excellence in slot machine game development within the casino gaming industry. The event will take place on Thursday, February 23, 2023, from 7:00 p.m. to…
Casino.org
The Luckiest Casinos in Vegas, According to Tripadvisor Reviews
Las Vegas is the global hub for 24/7 entertainment with an endless variety of experiences, from thrilling F1 events to star-studded shows and concerts. Yet, the city is undeniably famous for its casinos, an integral aspect of the adult playground that is Las Vegas. From the flashing lights of slot machines to poker faces in high-stake games, the…
Yogonet
IGT's Wheel of Fortune and Megabucks slots award three jackpots totaling over $14M in October
International Game Technology
(IGT)
announced Wednesday that its
Wheel of Fortune and Megabucks slots awarded three major jackpots in October, totaling over $14 million
in prizes. Additionally, Megabucks awarded its second-largest jackpot of 2023 during the month, at a Las Vegas Strip casino.
Lucky Wheel of Fortune and Megabucks slots players…
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BravoCon 2023: Where to Shop, Eat, Play According to Erika Jayne
Erika Jayne
has slowly but surely been making Las Vegas her own ever since she launched her
Bet It All on Blonde
residency
there earlier this year, and ahead of
BravoCon 2023
- which is taking over
the Caesars Forum from Nov. 3 to Nov. 5
-
The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills
cast member shared her guide to Sin City so attendees can properly take…
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8 Gambling Rituals That Can Improve Your Luck
Good luck rituals for gambling have been around since games of chance originated centuries ago. Gambling rituals afford bettors a perception of good luck and a sense of control over their wagers. Additionally, gambling rituals can make things a little more fun and interesting for players.
Attributing all of your success and winning streaks to…
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IGT’s Megabucks and Powerbucks Slots Deliver Three Life-Changing Jackpots in August
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August was a month of fortune for players of
International Game Technology's (IGT) legendary
Megabucks
and
Powerbucks
slot machines. With jackpots reaching over $10 million, these life-altering wins left players in awe. Such remarkable windfalls maintain August's impressive
jackpot streak
and help secure IGT's…
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IGT's Megabucks and Powerbucks slots award three jackpots totalling $14.5M+ in August
International Game Technology (IGT)'s Megabucks and Powerbucks slots awarded three millionaire jackpots in August.
Combined, the jackpots totaled more than $14.5 million for the month.
On
August 8, a
Megabucks slots player
won
$10159321
playing
Megabucks Gold Forge
at
ARIA Resort & Casino
in
Las Vegas, Nevada.
On
August 16, a
Megabucks slots…
Eater Vegas
Everything You Need to Know About the New Durango Casino in Las Vegas
The long-awaited
Durango Casino and Resort
in Las Vegas is nearing its opening. Set to open on November 20, 2023, the brand-new property from Station Casinos will introduce yet another offering to the booming southwest part of the valley. Upon opening, the Durango Casino (6915 S Durango Drive) will boast more than 200 hotel rooms, convention and…
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Which Casino Pays Out the Most in Vegas
Which Casino Pays Out the Most in Vegas?
Las Vegas, known as the gambling capital of the world, is home to numerous casinos that offer a wide range of games and entertainment options. One of the most common questions asked by gamblers is, "Which casino pays out the most in Vegas?" While it is difficult to determine the exact payouts of each casino,…
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What Casinos Payout the Most in Vegas
What Casinos Payout the Most in Vegas
Las Vegas is renowned for its extravagant casinos, luxurious resorts, and endless entertainment options. For those seeking their fortune at the gaming tables, it's essential to know which casinos offer the highest payouts. While luck plays a significant role in gambling, certain establishments consistently…
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How Many Casinos Are in Las Vegas
How Many Casinos Are in Las Vegas: Exploring the Gambling Capital of the World
Las Vegas, affectionately known as Sin City, is renowned worldwide for its vibrant nightlife, extravagant entertainment, and, of course, its plethora of casinos. When it comes to gambling, Las Vegas is the ultimate destination, offering a wide variety of casinos that…
KTNV Las Vegas
California visitor wins $10.1 million jackpot at ARIA from $5 bets
LAS VEGAS (KTNV) - A guest walked out of the ARIA Resort & Casino with millions more in their pocket.
The guest was a visitor from California playing IGT's Megabucks slot machine.
According to officials, they played on $5 bets until they won $10.1 million.
KTNV Las Vegas
Plans for guitar-shaped hotel on Las Vegas Strip take shape in new blueprints
LAS VEGAS (KTNV) - Developers and executives at Hard Rock International are getting closer to the start of construction on a
massive, guitar-shaped hotel tower
on the Las Vegas Strip.
Hard Rock International revealed plans for the hotel after
acquiring operating rights for The Mirage Hotel & Casino
last year.
In planning documents obtained by…
Travel Awaits
The 11 Best Las Vegas Hotels
Las Vegas is an exuberant mix of glittering lights, non-stop entertainment, and gaming pleasures. You can plan a romantic getaway or an over-the-top luxury stay; Las Vegas is overflowing with opportunities to fill your days and nights with opulent experiences. Vegas is also a fun place for families to enjoy fun experiences and exciting adventures.…
MeetingsNet
3 New Developments in Las Vegas’ Meetings & Events Scene
Renovation news from Rio Hotel & Casino and M Resort & Casino, plus a new partnership between Marriott and MGM Resorts.
Four years after Caesars Entertainment sold the 2500-room Rio Hotel & Casino to the Dreamscape Companies, the plan to reimagine the property with a more luxurious style and environment is finally coming to pass.
At the end of this…
Card Player
Marriott, MGM Form Online Gambling Marketing Deal
Marriott International has entered into a loyalty marketing agreement with BetMGM, MGM Resorts International's online gambling and sports betting joint venture.
Marriott Bonvoy will become BetMGM's exclusive hospitality loyalty program partner in the U.S. and Canada.
Under this agreement, Marriott and BetMGM will collaborate to provide Marriott…
Hospitality Net
Ryan Hink has been appointed Director of Food & Beverage at Durango Casino & Resort
With a vast knowledge of the hospitality industry and over a decade of leadership experience within the Las Vegas hotel and restaurant market, Ryan Hink will contribute to the success and development of Durango Casino & Resort's numerous food and beverage destinations and partner outlets, including Eat Your Heart Out,, Summer House, and other…
Gambling News
CA Grandfather and PA Resident among the Latest Jackpot Winners in the US
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With gambling continuously proving to be a favorite pastime of many Americans, it is hardly surprising that many people do manage to land a jackpot. With that in mind, here are some of the latest lucky players in the US.
An elderly man managed to win a
$556120 jackpot
at the
Chumash Casino Resort
in Santa Ynez,…
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Aristocrat earns "Best Overall Supplier of Slot Content" recognition at EKG Slot Awards
Aristocrat Gaming
has been
awarded "Best Overall Supplier of Slot Content" for the fifth consecutive year at the annual
EKG Slot Awards, the company announced on Wednesday.
This recognition was one among many distinctions, which also include:
Top Performing NEW Premium Game: Lightning Dollar Link Kung Fu Master
Top Performing Proprietary Branded…
Casino City Times
MGM Resorts and BetMGM introduce custom omnichannel slot experience
Gaming News
1 March 2023
(PRESS RELEASE) -- MGM Resorts International and
BetMGM, a leading sports betting and iGaming operator, have launched MGM Riches, the companies' first custom slot experience that can be played both online via
BetMGM
and as a traditional slot game at MGM Resorts properties throughout the U.S."MGM Riches is designed to engage…
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Las Vegas Strip Welcomes an Unlikely Major New Attraction
Las Vegas wants you to leave the kids at home.
After a failed effort in the 1990s to open up Sin City to all ages by adding theme-park-style attractions at a number of resort casinos, the city made a hard pivot away from that in 2003.
That's when the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority launched a new adult-oriented
marketing campaign
based…
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EKG Slot Awards unveils event schedule for its 5th edition in Las Vegas
Gaming industry research and consulting firm
Eilers & Krejcik Gaming
(EKG) on Tuesday announced key details of its upcoming
5th Annual EKG Slot Awards. The event will take place on
Thursday, February 23, 2023, from 7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., in Las Vegas.
According to the latest announcement,
the EKG has secured the
Aria Resort & Casino
as the…
Times Colonist
Nevermind the gambling, Las Vegas is a foodie paradise
While it's impossible to experience all Sin City has to offer on the culinary scene, it's definitely fun trying.
Las Vegas, The Entertainment Capital of the World, is now more than ever deserving of a new moniker - World Culinary Destination.
While many visitors still come for the shows, concerts and sporting events, foodies are flocking to the…
Arizona's Family
DJ Steve Aoki to open Las Vegas Strip eatery
LAS VEGAS, Nev. (FOX5) - DJ Steve Aoki is set to open an eatery on the Las Vegas Strip.
According to a news release, Aoki's restaurant, dubbed "Pizzaoki," will be located in the new Proper Eats food hall coming to ARIA Resort & Casino.
The Proper Eats venue is being developed by Clique Hospitality group and is expected to open this winter.
The…
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BetMGM and Evolution open new live dealer studio in Michigan
BetMGM
announced Thursday the opening of its
private live dealer studio in Michigan,
built in partnership with its live casino partner
Evolution.
BetMGM Casino
launched its Michigan live dealer offering
in July 2021
and
currently holds 39% market share in the state.
Today's opening of the new studio allows players
to interact with a live dealer and…
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Maceoo Menswear Opens New Retail Store in Las Vegas
Maceoo men's store in Las Vegas
NEW STORE KICKS OFF SLATE OF MORE OPENINGS WORLDWIDE
In the same scientific way we approach our menswear collections, we are carefully studying each site to ensure that they represent the best of the Maceoo lifestyle in their part of the world."
- Mehdi Raad
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA, USA, August 22, 2022…
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Labor Day Weekend festivities in Las Vegas
Gaming News
22 August 2022
(PRESS RELEASE) -- Las Vegas is making Labor Day Weekend a memorable one, with sensational concerts, world-class nightlife, and thrilling pool parties packing the event calendar from Friday, 2 September to Monday, 5 September.
On the Stage
The Entertainment Capital of the World routinely attracts the world's top music…
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Bellagio, Aria and Atlantis Casino Reno lead Yahoo's top 10 casino ranking in the US
The newly released
Yahoo list
of "10 best casinos in the U.S. if you love to gamble"
has put
MGM's
Bellagio Resort & Casino,
Aria Resort & Casino
in Las Vegas
and Monarch's
Atlantis Casino Resort Spa
in Reno
atop the list, and
a South Mississippi casino rounding out the Top 10.
The fourth and fifth positions
are taken by two leading
Atlantic City…
Nation World
10 Best Casinos In The USA, Gamblers' Favorite Places To Make You Feel At Home: OKZone Travel
America
The United States of America (US) is one of the countries with many of the biggest and best casinos or gambling places. So it should come as no surprise that some people who love to play sports are willing to come to Uncle Sam's country.
Gambling locations are some of the most popular in the United States. So don't be surprised if these…
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Best Immersive Art Experiences in Las Vegas
It's no surprise that immersive art has taken hold in Sin City. As the entertainment capital of the world, Las Vegas is the perfect place to push the boundaries of art, technology, and theatricality. After all, Sin City is its own version of a surreal alternate reality.
AREA15, which is home to 14 different augmented reality experiences, may have…
Travel and Leisure
MGM Has Created the Dream High-roller Las Vegas Experience
I arrived at Los Angeles International Airport late afternoon, avoiding my normal visit to the main terminal in favor of experiencing
semi-private airline JSX's only route from LAX, where a quick one-hour flight into
Las Vegas
is made even simpler by their streamlined process which allows you to arrive at the JSX hanger just 20 minutes prior to…
Foodgressing
Las Vegas 4th of July 2022: Fireworks, Parade, Pool Parties, Concert
Las Vegas celebrates everything red, white and blue throughout the Independence Day weekend. Visitors can honor the Fourth of July holiday with entertainment, fireworks, poolside parties and more throughout the celebratory weekend. Here's a look at what's happening in Las Vegas 4th of July 2022.
Caesars Entertainment
will host a fireworks…
Casino City Times
Las Vegas to be filled with Fourth of July events
Gaming News
29 June 2022
(PRESS RELEASE) -- The Entertainment Capital of the World celebrates everything red, white and blue throughout the Independence Day weekend. Visitors can honor the Fourth of July holiday with entertainment, fireworks, poolside parties and more throughout the celebratory weekend.
Fireworks and Patriotic Displays Celebrating…
Belfast Telegraph
Las Vegas is simply sense-sational
Electrifying neon lights, lip-smacking cuisine and mind-blowing entertainment - Las Vegas is a relentless assault on the senses.
he rush starts with that jaw-dropping moment when you first fly over the spectacular Las Vegas Boulevard and catch your first glimpse of the larger-than-life, barely real-looking resorts in the Nevada desert.
As our…
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Still need a place to stay for Las Vegas Market? Hotel rates have dropped
Las Vegas Market hotel rates
have dropped significantly - some more than 50 percent - ahead of the July 24-28 event.
Managed by Connections Housing, the Las Vegas Market hotel block offers specially negotiated rates at 30 hotels, in gaming and non-gaming properties, from downtown to the Strip.
Reduced rates at the time of this publishing are…
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Vegas hotel rates drop
LAS VEGAS - A trip to
Las Vegas Market
may have just gotten a little cheaper.
Las Vegas Market hotel rates are making significant drops - some more than 50% - as registrations pick up for the July 24-28, 2022 buying event, according to International Market Centers, which runs the show.
Managed by Connections Housing, the Las Vegas Market hotel…
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Poker Players Can Qualify Online For Free Trip to BetMGM Tournament In Las Vegas
In June, poker players in Ontario, Canada, and some U.S. states can go online to qualify for the first-ever BetMGM Poker Championship in Las Vegas. This includes a paid trip to Las Vegas.
The $3500 buy-in BetMGM tournament is a no-limit hold'em event with a guaranteed $1 million prize. Often called Texas hold'em, this card game is the standard for…
Pokerfuse
Spin Your Way to ARIA Las Vegas with BetMGM Poker!
US online poker
players will be heading to
BetMGM Poker US
for a chance at big prizes over the next few weeks. The operator is giving players a chance to spin their way into qualifiers for the
BetMGM Poker Championship at ARIA
Resort & Casino, Las Vegas.
From May 16 through June 11 across all three of the operator's US jurisdictions - Pennsylvania,…
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The 8 Best Las Vegas Hotels for Couples
Sin City is world-renowned for its atmospheric nightlife, 24-hour casinos, and sleek bars, but there is more to Vegas than its party reputation.
While it might not have secured the status of a romance capital, there are plenty of fun activities you can enjoy with your other half in the city.
After all, you could grab dinner at a Michelin-starred…
8 News Now
Aria, Park MGM get top rating in Las Vegas Strip casinos indoor air quality survey
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) - A company that sells air purification products says there's a major hotel-casino on the Las Vegas Strip where indoor air quality is at least four times worse than any of the other 27 resorts where measurements were taken.
Wynd, the company that published
the report
in late January, doesn't name the property, but says it had air…
The News Market
LAS VEGAS MONORAIL PROVIDES ONLY STRIP TRANSPORTATION DURING ROCK ‘N’ ROLL LAS VEGAS HALF MARATHON AND 10K
LAS VEGAS
- The
Las Vegas Monorail
will once again be the only Strip transportation option available during the 2022 Rock'n' Roll Las Vegas Half Marathon and 10K taking place Sunday, Feb. 27. This unique nighttime running experience allows participants to completely take over one of the most iconic streets in the world, as the only private event to…
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Best Slot Machines In Vegas To Win at Best
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This depends on the type of machine, payout rate, and how you bet. It is not common where casinos in las vegas will show what the odds are for their slots offerings. If you really want to win (or at least try to win),…
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Las Vegas: What’s coming to casinos and resorts in 2022
In 2021, Las Vegas had some big openings such as luxury property
Resorts World Las Vegas
and the
Virgin Hotels Las Vegas,
the latter a new resort property built at the former site of the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino.
Last year also saw significant acquisitions on the Strip and beyond, including the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians' purchase of The…
Fox 5 Vegas
Las Vegas to celebrate New Year's Eve with fireworks show on Strip, events
LAS VEGAS (FOX5) -- While Las Vegas might not have rung in 2021 with its usual massive fireworks show due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the city will welcome 2022 with fireworks on the Strip.
Officials announced Thursday that they will announce full details for "America's Party 2022" on Dec. 16.
According to a news release, this year's fireworks show…
Travel and Leisure
Aria Las Vegas Just Debuted Invite-only Suites
Aria Resort & Casino continues to set the standard for luxury on the Las Vegas Strip.
It's been 12 years since City Center debuted on the
Las Vegas Strip. Here, there is no kitsch and the theme is simply unabashed luxury. And with a reported cost of $9.2 billion, the largest privately financed development in the United States, that has certainly…
Travel Weekly
Fireworks, stars light up Las Vegas on New Year's Eve: Travel Weekly
Las Vegas Events and the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority revealed their plans for "America's Party 2022," co-produced by Fireworks by Grucci. This year's theme is "Deuces Wild," to herald 2022.
In addition to Resorts World, properties participating in the pyrotechnics are
MGM Grand Hotel & Casino,
Aria Resort & Casino,
Planet Hollywood…
Review Journal
New Year’s Eve celebrations to ring in 2022 in Las Vegas
It's time to make your plans for ringing in the new year. Check out these events and places where you can spend New Year's Eve in Las Vegas. There will be fireworks along with live music, dancing and dining while you raise a glass to 2022.
Fireworks
The fireworks are back on the Las Vegas Strip.
Eight hotel-casinos will participate in
this year's…
Golden Casino News
MGM Resorts continues to expand, targets new facility in Las Vegas
MGM Resorts International Considering a New Facility on the Las Vegas Strip.
MGM Resorts is growing increasingly enthusiastic about the southern end of the Las Vegas Strip's future. This week, one of its top officials indicated that additional improvements in the area might be imminent. MGM Resorts, which operates most of the Strip's casinos,…
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MGM Resorts Puts The Mirage Casino up for Sale in Vegas
MGM Resorts International has continued its asset-light, reduced Sin City exposure strategy by putting its famed Polynesian-themed The Mirage Las Vegas up for sale.
During an investor call on Wednesday, the casino operator's CEO Bill Hornbuckle announced MGM intends to sell The Mirage to another operator.
Nevada Independent
journalist Howard Stutz…
KTAR News
Blackstone selling Vegas hotel Cosmopolitan in $5.65B deal
LAS VEGAS (AP) - The owner of the Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, the New York private equity firm Blackstone, is selling the 3000-room Las Vegas Strip hotel in a $5.65 billion deal with a partnership that plans to contract with casino giant MGM Resorts International to operate the property.
The new owners - the Cherng Family Trust, headed by Panda…
Travel Daily News
Best casinos to play slots in Vegas
Undoubtedly, slots are the World's most popular gambling devices. Famous for their fruit symbols and jackpot alarms, these machines have been a staple at gaming establishments since the mid-1990s. All they require of players is for them to insert a coin and press the spin button. Once they perform these two actions, in a second or two, these games…
EDM
EDC Las Vegas 2021: Set Times, COVID-19 Guidelines, and Everything Else You Need to Know
EDC Las Vegas
is making its triumphant return to Sin City, so we've gathered all the information you need to know to keep a pulse on the iconic music festival's 25th anniversary spectacular.
Whether it be COVID-19 guidelines, EDC Week events, camping tips, or anything else under the electric sky, we've got you covered to ensure your festival…
Casino City Times
Top 10 most memorable experiences at a casino table game
Everyone has their own memories from their gambling past, such as the first time they sat down at a table or their first big win. I have some similar memories myself, but also have some others that could be categorized as lucky, or just plain frustrating. Here are some moments from my "gambling career" that are the most memorable.
10. First time at…
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MGM Closes Sale-Leaseback of Aria, Vdara in Las Vegas
MGM Resorts International has closed a sale-leaseback arrangement with Blackstone Group for a pair of Las Vegas hotels. The two parties initially agreed on details of the deal in July this year.
In a Tuesday statement, the casino operator confirmed that it had purchased Infinity World's 50% interest in CityCenter Holdings. The $2.13bn deal gave MGM…
EDM
Here Are All the Events Going Down In Las Vegas the Week of EDC 2021
After the most tumultuous year in the event's history,
EDC Las Vegas
is set to return to Sin City for its most memorable music festival to date.
The resurgence of Insomniac's flagship festival will take place October 22-24. The world's leading electronic music festival promoter tapped a staggering
lineup
for the occasion featuring Martin Garrix, DJ…
Casino News Daily
Blackstone Reportedly Looking to Offload Strip Casino for $5bn
New York-based private equity firm Blackstone is reportedly looking to snatch $5 billion for The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, according to the latest round of rumors regarding the glitzy Strip property's possible sale.
In an article published Friday,
Bloomberg
has named Apollo Global Management and MGM Resorts International as potential…
Casino City Times
Review Journal
New brunch menu on Las Vegas Strip has Waffle Tower
At Catch at Aria Resort & Casino, brunch begins with a walk through a vibrant tunnel of flowers.
The new brunch menu includes popular favorites like Truffle Sashimi, A5 Japanese Miyazaki Wagyu prepared tableside on a hot stone and the Instagrammable Anytime Waffle Tower.
The Anytime Waffle Tower is a sugary stack of four gluten-free waffle slices…
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What to Expect Playing Poker in Las Vegas Casinos
Poker is far from dead. Cash games and tournaments are an integral part of the gambling community around the globe.
The poker boom has indeed come and gone. Still, it's only a matter of time before another significant boom strikes, and the game becomes more popular than ever.
For several reasons, Las Vegas is home to some of the best cash games in…
Card Player
MGM Resorts Sells Two More Las Vegas Strip Properties To Blackstone
Before the COVID-19 pandemic put a halt to most economic activity, especially in Las Vegas, MGM Resorts was unloading its Las Vegas real estate to raise cash on hand.
It recently restarted its "asset-light" business strategy as it entered into an agreement with Blackstone to purchase two more pieces of Las Vegas Strip real estate.
The deal with…
Casino News Daily
Casino Giant MGM Offloads Aria, Vdara to Blackstone in $3.9bn Deal
Las Vegas casino operator MGM Resorts International has agreed to sell Aria Resort & Casino and Vdara Hotel & Spa to New York-based private equity firm The Blackstone Group in a $3.89 billion deal.
Blackstone will lease the resorts back to MGM for an initial annual rent of $215 million, it also became known. Both transactions are expected to close…
8 News Now
LIST: Fourth of July 2021 firework shows, events in Las Vegas valley
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) - Numerous fireworks shows and events are planned around the Las Vegas valley to celebrate the Fourth of July.
Everything from parades to extravagant fireworks shows are listed below.
To celebrate the reopening of Las Vegas, the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority announced there will be a
spectacular fireworks show
on the…
8 News Now
LIST: Fourth of July 2021 Las Vegas fireworks events
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) - Numerous fireworks shows and events are planned around the Las Vegas valley to celebrate the Fourth of July.
Everything from parades to extravagant fireworks shows are listed below.
To celebrate the reopening of Las Vegas, the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority announced there will be a
spectacular fireworks show
on the…
The San Diego Union-Tribune
Circa Resort & Casino opens in downtown Las Vegas
In Las Vegas and throughout Southern California, the coronavirus hasn't caused (safe) expansion to cease. Along with new eateries, there's also a huge, brand-new casino in downtown Las Vegas, as well as other new names on the doors of gaming operations in Sin City and Palm Springs.
The 1.25-million-square-foot Circa Resort & Casino, which opened…
Houston Chronicle
Las Vegas reopens with new casino resorts, restaurants, bars
Las Vegas, the city that famously trades on luck, was dramatically out of it last year.
The coronavirus pandemic dealt Las Vegas a losing hand, taking nearly all the sin (and most of its spending) out of the city. In 2020, the city recorded about 19 million visitors, a steep decline from the 42 million visitors in 2019. Unemployment, just 3.9…
The New York Times
As Las Vegas Reopens, a Huge Coronavirus Test for Casinos
It was among the last of the big conferences before the coronavirus pandemic shuttered the massive casinos lining the Las Vegas Strip in March. More than 1000 people gathered at MGM Resorts International's Mirage Hotel & Casino for the Women of Power Summit, after organizers assured them that the risk of attending the networking event for executive…