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Photos: Las Vegas comes to the Sandel Senior Center

Crowds of people gathered at the Sandel Senior Center on Friday night to enjoy all the glitz and glamor of Las Vegas without ever leaving their hometown. The Friends of Senior Services fundraising organization transformed the center into a casino for the Viva La FOSSI fundraiser - a special one-night-only event to raise money dedicated to expanding…

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This mob-era Las Vegas casino is officially closed. Here are some big moments in its 67 years

LAS VEGAS (AP) - From its lavish opening in 1957 on a Las Vegas Boulevard surrounded by wide-open desert, to its sleepier years amid a boom in megaresorts, the Tropicana Las Vegas has been a familiar landmark home to colorful events in a city known for constant reinvention. Now it's a jewel of Sin City's past. After 67 years, the Strip's…

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Mob-era Las Vegas casino is officially closed

LAS VEGAS - From its lavish opening in 1957 on a Las Vegas Boulevard surrounded by wide-open desert, to its sleepier years amid a boom in megaresorts, the Tropicana Las Vegas has been a familiar landmark home to colorful events in a city known for constant reinvention. Now it's a jewel of Sin City's past. After 67 years, the Strip's third-oldest…

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After welcoming guests for 67 years, the Tropicana Las Vegas casino’s final day has arrived

LAS VEGAS (AP) - In the 1971 film "Diamonds are Forever," James Bond stays in a swanky suite at the Tropicana Las Vegas. "I hear that the Hotel Tropicana is quite comfortable," Agent 007 says. It was the Tropicana's heyday. The lavish casino was a frequent haunt of the legendary Rat Pack, while its past under the mob cemented its place in Vegas…

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Tropicana Las Vegas: Famed casino shutting down after 67 years

LAS VEGAS - In the 1971 film "Diamonds are Forever," James Bond stays in a swanky suite at the Tropicana Las Vegas. "I hear that the Hotel Tropicana is quite comfortable," Agent 007 says. It was the Tropicana's heyday. The lavish casino was a frequent haunt of the legendary Rat Pack, while its past under the mob cemented its place in Vegas…

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Famed Tropicana Las Vegas resort closing

One of Las Vegas' longest-standing and most historic hotels is shuttering its doors after nearly 67 years to make room for a new Major League Baseball stadium. Tropicana Las Vegas closed on Tuesday, just shy of its 67th. anniversary. Demolition is slated for October to make room for a $1.5 billion Major League Baseball stadium. The hotel, which…

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After welcoming guests for 67 years, the Tropicana Las Vegas casino's final day has arrived

LAS VEGAS - In the 1971 film "Diamonds are Forever," James Bond stays in a swanky suite at the Tropicana Las Vegas. "I hear that the Hotel Tropicana is quite comfortable," Agent 007 says. It was the Tropicana's heyday. The lavish casino was a frequent haunt of the legendary Rat Pack, while its past under the mob cemented its place in Vegas…

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Tropicana Las Vegas hotel-casino closes after 67 years

LAS VEGAS - In the 1971 film "Diamonds are Forever," James Bond stays in a swanky suite at the Tropicana Las Vegas. "I hear that the Hotel Tropicana is quite comfortable," Agent 007 says. It was the Tropicana's heyday. The lavish casino was a frequent haunt of the legendary Rat Pack, while its past under the mob cemented its place in Vegas…

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Tropicana Las Vegas casino closing after 67 years

LAS VEGAS (AP) - In the 1971 film "Diamonds are Forever," James Bond stays in a swanky suite at the Tropicana Las Vegas. "I hear that the Hotel Tropicana is quite comfortable," Agent 007 says. It was the Tropicana's heyday. The lavish casino was a frequent haunt of the legendary Rat Pack, while its past under the mob cemented its place in Vegas…

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Tropicana Las Vegas casino is officially closed

LAS VEGAS - From its lavish opening in 1957 on a Las Vegas Boulevard surrounded by wide-open desert, to its sleepier years amid a boom in megaresorts, the Tropicana Las Vegas has been a familiar landmark home to colorful events in a city known for constant reinvention. Now it's a jewel of Sin City's past. After 67 years, the Strip's third-oldest…

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Landmark Tropicana Las Vegas closes after 67 years

LAS VEGAS >> In the 1971 film "Diamonds are Forever," James Bond stays in a swanky suite at the Tropicana Las Vegas. "I hear that the Hotel Tropicana is quite comfortable," Agent 007 says. It was the Tropicana's heyday. The lavish casino was a frequent haunt of the legendary Rat Pack, while its past under the mob cemented its place in Vegas…

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A Vegas casino James Bond stayed at is being demolished for an MLB arena

LAS VEGAS (AP) - In the 1971 film "Diamonds are Forever," James Bond stays in a swanky suite at the Tropicana Las Vegas. "I hear that the Hotel Tropicana is quite comfortable," Agent 007 says. It was the Tropicana's heyday. The lavish casino was a frequent haunt of the legendary Rat Pack, while its past under the mob cemented its place in Vegas…

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Tropicana, the Las Vegas casino once associated with the mob, closes its doors

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Closing for good on April 2, Tropicana Las Vegas leaves behind a legacy of showmanship and reinvention

The Tropicana is dead; long live the Tropicana. The storied hotel-casino closes its doors April 2, just two days shy of its 67th birthday, to make way for a Major League Baseball stadium and a new Bally's resort. Over the next year, the land the Tropicana now occupies will be cleared, with the intent that the organization currently known as the…

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Legendary Fontainebleau Miami Beach Dazzles, Plus New Las Vegas Hotel

Years ago, when I first strolled into Miami Beach's swanky Fontainebleau, I felt a heightened pizzazz, aswirl in the kind of stimulating panache and prestige that trumpets: Pay attention! For travel lovers of glam getaways-especially those renowned as celeb and A-lister favorites-Fontainebleau Miami Beach is a legendary draw. Today, it continues to…

Land-based ・ 21 March 2024

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My trip to Las Vegas: Inside ACE’s Casino Night

As the clock approached 9 p.m. last Friday, I followed groups of well-dressed students on their way to Las Vegas. Well, sort of. These students were headed to the third annual Casino Night in Dodd House, hosted by All Campus Entertainment (ACE) on Mar. 1. This year, the event was themed "Vegas, Vegas, Vegas!" Students tried their luck at gambling…

Travel ・ 06 March 2024

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How the Dazzling Las Vegas Strip Rose Up From the Desert

In 1829, a group of explorers led by Spanish merchant Antonio Armijo moved west toward Alta California through the arid Mojave Desert-the ancestral lands of the Southern Paiute people. A young scout named Rafael Rivera discovered a particularly verdant area full of grassland irrigated by a natural spring; this lushness soon inspired the place's…

Land-based ・ 15 February 2024

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The Influence of Rock 'n' Roll on Online Casino Game Designs

When reflecting on rock'n' roll, visions of dynamic shows, iconic artists, and timeless melodies often spring to mind. However, there's an unexpected sector where this genre has significantly influenced: the realm of online gambling. This article will examine the influence of rock'n' roll casino games in adding a fresh layer to digital casino…

Games ・ 07 February 2024

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Visions of Yesteryear Flavor Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino

As soon as I walked into the lobby of Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino, I saw the bronze statue of Elvis Presley and knew this was the Vegas base camp for me. There he was in bell-bottom pants holding a microphone, a guitar slung around his shoulders. Titled "Elvis: The King of Las Vegas," the sculpture is a favorite selfie spot and a reminder…

Land-based ・ 21 December 2023

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Hilton Hotels Returns To Las Vegas In A Big Way

Did Hilton return to Las Vegas, or did it never go away? The company's first glory days in the desert were in the 1970's, when Elvis Presley sold out the Las Vegas Hilton more than 600 times. Hilton was the first publicly traded hospitality company to come to Las Vegas, a pioneer (along with Howard Hughes) in replacing often Mob-affiliated casinos…

Travel ・ 20 December 2023

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Grand Opening of Fontainebleau Las Vegas Casino-Resort

Fontainebleau Las Vegas, a $3.7 billion casino-resort project, had its official grand opening on the night of December 13. There were many A-listers and VIP guests who could enter only by special invitation at the grand opening party. Private, luxury party: After a ribbon-cutting ceremony that lasted 30 minutes and took place before the midnight…

Land-based ・ 15 December 2023

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When does Fontainebleau Las Vegas open?

The newest luxury resort-casino on the Strip will open its doors to the public just before midnight on Wednesday, officials announced Monday. Fontainebleau Las Vegas, the 67-story, blue-tinted tower on the north Strip that has been in development since the late 2000s, will welcome guests to the property after an invitation-only grand opening…

Land-based ・ 12 December 2023

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How metal band Slaughter hit the jackpot by playing casinos

Mark Slaughter, the lead singer of the hair metal band Slaughter, grew up in Las Vegas, Nevada where some of the music industry's most iconic acts, such as Frank Sinatra and Elvis Presley, elevated their stardom by contributing to a budding casino entertainment industry. As a Vegas local, Slaughter saw a different side of the city that was rapidly…

Winnings ・ 30 November 2023

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Exploring The Connection Between Music And Slot Machines

Some elements of gambling are so discrete that you rarely ever think about them. Take music as an example - it's always there to create a specific gaming ambiance, but it's hardly anyone's first thought when they talk about casinos. Slot machines are particularly interesting in this area because they make it easy to insert all sorts of audio…

21 November 2023

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F1 drivers play 'Most Likely To... Vegas Edition'

This feature is currently not available because you need to provide consent to functional cookies. Please update your cookie preferences F1 Drivers play Most Likely To... Vegas Edition Which Formula 1 driver do you reckon does the best Elvis impression? That's just one of the questions we asked the drivers in the latest edition of our'Most Likely…

Slot Name ・ 16 November 2023

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Las Vegas Advisor: Rio casino set for a remake after changing hands

The off-Strip Rio has officially changed hands, moving from Caesars Entertainment management to be completely owned and run by Dream­scape Companies out of California. Dreamscape reportedly has big plans to bring the Rio back to the days when it was one of Las Vegas' premier resorts. In the near term, however, efforts will be focused on the…

Travel ・ 05 October 2023

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Barry Manilow just broke Elvis Presley's Las Vegas record

Barry Manilow has just overtaken The King himself, Elvis Presley, for the most shows at Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino. What's the context? The'70s icon's career has spanned decades and has produced chart topping hits. With songs like Mandy and Copacabana, Manilow's smooth vocals and laid back tunes have led to tens of millions of record sales,…

Incidents ・ 27 September 2023

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Casino Royalty: Unearthing the History of Famous Casino Resorts and Their Impact on Pop Culture

Today, a big part of gambling goes on with a seemingly endless number of virtual table games and blockbuster Slots Online at borderless Internet casinos. Modern digital gamers, for all they care, would enjoy hours and hours of isolated gaming from the comfort of their couch, hooked on to their device screens, cozily dressed in their pajamas. This…

Travel ・ 25 September 2023

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The History and Legacy of Stardust Casino

Stardust Casino, located at 3000 Las Vegas Boulevard South, was a legendary casino and resort that played a significant role in the history of Las Vegas. Known for its glitz, glamour, and high-stakes gambling, Stardust Casino became an iconic landmark on the famous Las Vegas Strip. The foundation of Stardust Casino dates back to 1954 when Tony…

Travel ・ 28 July 2023

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Smoke billows from Fontainebleau Las Vegas rooftop

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) - Las Vegas tourists and locals noticed heavy smoke coming from a new Las Vegas resort Saturday afternoon. Smoke appeared to be coming from the rooftop area of the Fontainebleau Las Vegas hotel on the Las Vegas strip. Clark County Fire officials say crews arrived at the still-under-construction hotel at 3:56 p.m. No dollar value…

Incidents ・ 23 July 2023

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Fontainebleau in Las Vegas has roof covered in smoke after fire

Thick black smoke filled the Las Vegas sky on Saturday after a fire at a soon-to-be-open Las Vegas resort and casino. Around 3:40 p.m. local time, smoke was seen coming from the roof of The Fontainebleau Las Vegas along the Strip. There were no reported injuries in the blaze, which saw 89 firefighters respond. Water pumps were operational in the…

Incidents ・ 23 July 2023

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Former Red Rock Casino GM tapped as new president for Fontainebleau Las Vegas

LAS VEGAS (KSNV) - Fontainebleau Las Vegas has tapped the former general manager for Red Rock Casino as the resort's newest president. Mark Tricano assumes the role that was provisionally held by Brett Mufson, who. "It is a tremendous honor to take on the responsibility of leading the Las Vegas team toward a defining moment in Las Vegas history,"…

Industry ・ 13 June 2023

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The Westgate Is The Las Vegas Hotel Of Your Dreams

Before the pool parties and the pop star residencies, Las Vegas belonged to the big players. Casinos ruled the strip, and gamblers worldwide would come and play against all the odds. Las Vegas had an identity of its own. Whether or not you played poker, you wanted to see what Las Vegas was about. Decades later, only one hotel still holds a shrine…

Land-based ・ 06 May 2023

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The Development of Branded Slot Games

The development of branded slot games has revolutionized the online gaming industry. Branded slot games are slot games that have themes from popular brands, movies, TV shows, or celebrities. These games have become increasingly popular in recent years as they offer players a unique and engaging experience. The first branded slot game was created in…

Movies ・ 20 April 2023

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Tourist Spending In Las Vegas Breaks The Record

Tourist spending in Las Vegas continues to rise, as figures released earlier this week by the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) confirm that the previous record set in 2019 was surpassed in 2022. According to an article written by Bryan Horwath on KTNV.com, tourist spending in Las Vegas reached $45 billion dollars last year,…

Travel ・ 14 April 2023

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UAE to Get Its First Ever Casino

The United Arab Emirates is set to welcome its first-ever casino, a development that has stirred excitement and anticipation in equal measure. The casino is being built and funded by Wynn Resorts, a leading international hospitality and entertainment company. What makes this development even more significant is that it will be Wynn Resorts'…

Travel ・ 20 March 2023

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North Las Vegas Strip showing more signs of life; developers buy land for $125M

The north edge of the Strip was a bleak place a decade or so ago. Las Vegas' real estate meltdown left this stretch of the casino corridor with halted megaresort projects, sprawling land tracts where big developments never took shape, and little foot traffic. As a cigar shop owner there told me at the time, it was a "huge economic cemetery." The…

Land-based ・ 19 March 2023

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Is Las Vegas Worth Visiting?

All over the world, Las Vegas is known as "the city that never sleeps" because of its vibrant nightlife, entertainment venues and shopping facilities. With tourism on the rise and people visiting locations all over the world, many people have the same question on their mind. Is Las Vegas worth the hype? Firstly, if you are considering visiting…

Land-based ・ 17 March 2023

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Luxury Trips To Las Vegas

When you think of a trip to Las Vegas, gambling immediately comes to mind. However, there's far more to do in Vegas than trying to win at the roulette table. You'll also find plenty of other reasons to pay a visit. It's on the bucket list of dream travel destinations for many, so let's look at some of the best that Vegas has to offer. Going to Las…

Land-based ・ 14 March 2023

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Developers look to north Las Vegas Strip for expansion

Developers Brett Torino and Paul Kanavos have teamed up to build retail projects in the heart of the Strip, bringing shopping and dining outposts to a section jammed with tourists. Now they're looking to expand to the northern edge of Las Vegas' famed casino corridor - a quieter area that's been seeing more action. The Las Vegas Convention and…

Land-based ・ 11 March 2023

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How Important Is Music To Online Casino Games?

With the rise of online casino games, casino music has become a genre. The music can be very upbeat, epic, or relaxing, depending on the game's theme. Let us explain why music is still a crucial element of online casino games. Software developers know that you can only create an enticing, fun-to-play online game if you think about the soundtrack.…

Games ・ 30 January 2023

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Las Vegas Strip Gets a Dangerous Warning

Covid, M-Pox, RSV, and other illnesses could not keep the Las Vegas Strip Resort Casinos down, but a new development might be a major problem. While the covid pandemic closed the Las Vegas Strip, that closure almost seemed to create an opportunity for major resort casino operators to make changes. MGM Resorts International (MGM) - Get Free…

Land-based ・ 16 January 2023

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Chilean casino company pulls out of deal to buy Las Vegas Strip land amid rise in interest rates

CB Investment, a company founded by Chilean businessman Claudio Fischer that was planning to develop a hotel-casino on the Strip near the Las Vegas Convention Center's West Hall, has pulled out of the $120 million deal. On Tuesday, Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) CEO Steve Hill said the tourism agency's sale of 10 acres at the…

Land-based ・ 09 January 2023

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Slot Games with the Best Soundtracks

There is a lot of work that goes into the development of high-quality slot games. It is safe to say that they represent a fan-favorite option. In any case, whether it's a land-based exclusive casino or an online casino, the majority of the games are actually slots, and for a good reason. They are easy to play, have different features that might…

Bonuses ・ 04 January 2023

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Chilean Billionaire Backs Out of Las Vegas Strip Property Deal with LVCVA

Real Property reported that this came as a surprise as the $120 million deal was announced in October 2021 and on October 12 this year the state-funded convention and tourist agency LVCVA made an announcement that the sale has been finalized with just some regulatory approvals still pending. LVCVA acquired the land back in February 2015 when the…

Land-based ・ 04 January 2023

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Big Las Vegas Strip Casino Deal Cancelled

Nothing happens quickly or easily on the Las Vegas Strip. If you decide to build or buy on the Strip, you have elected to compete with the giants of the casino business -- Caesars Entertainment (CZR) - Get Free Report, MGM Resorts International (MGM) - Get Free Report, and Wynn Resorts (WYNN) - Get Free Report -- not to mention some of the huge…

Land-based ・ 04 January 2023

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Reno Nevada Offers More To Do Than Casino Thrills

In my travels to just about every corner of the world and all but two U.S. states, I still haven't made it to Las Vegas. But, to get a taste of the gaming and entertainment scene that lures people to Nevada's urban hotspots, I recently spent a few days investigating what to do in smaller Reno, a city of 264000, and nearby Lake Tahoe. For years I…

Land-based ・ 08 December 2022

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The Simpsons and Gambling

The Simpsons and gambling is a match that works almost seamlessly. In many episodes of the famous cartoon family, gambling was present. But from the beginning, there have always been episodes around this theme. Some of these have even become classics, but for the most part, we'll leave you to watch them yourself and decide. The first episode in the…

Land-based ・ 01 December 2022

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Caesars' Las Vegas Strip Failure Turns Into a Huge Win

Every inch of land on the Las Vegas Strip has become incredibly valuable. Recent sales have placed the value of a single acre at $10 million -- and that's land located on the less popular northern end of the Strip. The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) Board of Directors recently approved the sale and licensed use of a ten-acre…

Land-based ・ 26 November 2022

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Caesars Las Vegas Strip Failure Turns Into a Huge Win

Every inch of land on the Las Vegas Strip has become incredibly valuable. Recent sales have placed the value of a single acre at $10 million -- and that's land located on the less popular northern end of the Strip. The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) Board of Directors recently approved the sale and licensed use of a ten-acre…

Land-based ・ 26 November 2022

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BEST SONGS ABOUT LAS VEGAS

Gambling has always been a part of human society. Evidence of gambling games can be traced all the way back to the Ancient world. Dice and games associated with gambling have been discovered in Ancient Greece, China, Egypt, and Rome. This long history of gambling eventually has converged today into the World Entertainment Capital, the city of Las…

Religion ・ 23 November 2022

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The Best Music-related Online Slots of All Time

Music occupies an important part of our lives. We listen to it when we are happy and sad, relaxed or energetic. It makes our memories brighter and lingers in our minds even after decades. That is why it is not surprising that Microgaming, NetEnt, Pragmatic Play, and other gambling developers launch music-related pokies. Below, you will find six…

Trust and Safety ・ 17 November 2022

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Las Vegas Strip Adds Another Huge Casino Project

New hotel casino projects along the Las Vegas Strip continue to proliferate following the slowdown during the covid pandemic. Locals and visitors have gotten used to seeing cranes and construction equipment in the area, and they can expect to see a lot more in the coming months. In recent years, the 4.2 miles of the Strip had been dominated by…

Land-based ・ 14 November 2022

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A video history of Las Vegas implosions

LAS VEGAS (KLAS)- During the 1990s and well into the 2000s, Las Vegas gained a worldwide reputation for imploding older hotels and casinos to make way for newer and bigger resorts. In true Las Vegas tradition, the building implosions were an event - an epic show with each one appearing to out-implode the previous. Between 1993 to 2016, 13 major…

New Year ・ 03 November 2022

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Las Vegas Strip Has two Surprising New Additions

The Las Vegas Strip loves fighting and dead people. Caesars Entertainment (CZR) and MGM Resorts International (MGM) have long been hosts to some of boxing's greatest fights. Caesars Palace, for example, Muhammad Ali versus Larry Holmes in 1980 and "Sugar" Ray Leonard against Thomas Hearns in 1981. Hearns took on "Marvelous" Marvin Hagler in 1985,…

Land-based ・ 01 November 2022

The Street

Las Vegas Strip Adds British Royalty, Battling Robots

The Las Vegas Strip loves fighting and dead people. Caesars Entertainment (CZR) and MGM Resorts International (MGM) have long been hosts to some of boxing's greatest fights. Caesars Palace, for example, Muhammad Ali versus Larry Holmes in 1980 and "Sugar" Ray Leonard against Thomas Hearns in 1981. Hearns took on "Marvelous" Marvin Hagler in 1985,…

Land-based ・ 01 November 2022

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Importance of music & sound effects in slot games

Slot machines - people love to play them! But why do they have the power to lure you in? Winning money will probably be top of the list, but how do game developers get you to that point? Modern slots have progressed a long way from the early mechanical games, particularly since video technology was introduced during the mid-1970s. Developers…

Games ・ 31 October 2022

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The Chairman of the Board, Frank Sinatra, Returns To in Las Vegas In FRANKLY, FRANK

The Modern Showrooms at Alexis Park Resort Hotel has announced the opening of its latest resident show, Frankly Frank, an intimate tribute to Sinatra the man and his music; starring Gary Anthony opens November 6, 2022, at 5:30 pm and will perform Sunday-Thursday at 5:30 pm for an indefinite residency. Frankly, Frank starring Gary Anthony, is an…

Land-based ・ 29 October 2022

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Las Vegas, Las Vegas Strip Guests Asked to Keep the Kids at Home

While one Strip resort is doubling down on families, more are going 21+ and the city has a message for parents. The Las Vegas Strip became known as a gambler's haven in the 1940s after its first resort El Rancho Vegas opened and was shortly followed by other hotel casinos, such as the Flamingo. The Strip expanded in the 1950s and 1960s as more…

Land-based ・ 13 October 2022

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History of Las Vegas implosions

LAS VEGAS (KLAS)- During the 1990s and well into the 2000s, Las Vegas gained a worldwide reputation for imploding older hotels and casinos to make way for newer and bigger resorts. In true Las Vegas tradition, the building implosions were an event - an epic show with each one appearing to out-implode the previous. Between 1993 to 2016, 13 major…

New Year ・ 11 October 2022

World Casino News

BGaming Continues Expansion into Romanian market

BGaming announces it has been granted a Class II licence from Romanian National Gambling Office. This license will allow the provider to expand its international reach and deliver its products to the Romanian market. Why is this licence so important? With this licence, BGaming will distribute, including recent hits such as Wild Crash, Wild Cash…

Video Poker ・ 07 October 2022

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Las Vegas Strip Casino Brings Back a Music Icon

It may be cold and lonely in the deep dark night, but Caesars has found a way to show tourists a bit of paradise. In Las Vegas, celebrities never die. You can see hologram versions of Michael Jackson and Whitney Houston on the Las Vegas Strip while tribute shows feature performers from throughout the city's history.

Land-based ・ 06 October 2022

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Is VR Gambling Bad for Your Eyes?

It might surprise you that about a decade ago, hundreds of companies were developing virtual reality systems-no games or other software-just the hardware. Venture capitalists were investing only in the hardware. There are still dozens of companies, but more are entering the field of software development. And that includes online casinos, eager to…

Strategy Guide ・ 16 September 2022

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6 Best Movies Set In Las Vegas

A trip to Las Vegas would be nice, sure, but the time, money, and energy it requires mean that hopping on a plane to Sin City isn't always an option. Thankfully, there are a bunch of other ways to experience the city that never sleeps, right from your own home. You can get dressed up and play the Rat Pack's biggest hits or try your hand at the…

Movies ・ 15 September 2022

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Las Vegas Strip Brings Back Huge Rock Legend

The Las Vegas Strip has historically hosted the biggest stars in music since the early 1960s, with residencies by Frank Sinatra and the Rat Pack and Elvis Presley in the'60s, to more recent performers, including Celine Dion, Elton John, Britney Spears, Jennifer Lopez, Cher and Bette Midler. Residencies by big name performers are important to the…

Land-based ・ 15 September 2022

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The Best Gambling Songs of All Time

Music is arguably the most effective medium to capture a very specific, very human feeling that words alone cannot express. Throughout our lives, various songs will become important to us and act as reminders of pivotal memories; whether that be the first song at a wedding, the soundtrack to a teenage breakup or even the music chosen for a loved…

Religion ・ 14 September 2022

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How Smartphones are Changing the Online Casino Industry

The casino industry, surprisingly, dates back nearly 400 years. Not many people know that the industry is that old. Almost unbelievably, the first casino was opened in 1638 in Venice, Italy. As we move further along the timeline, the gambling mecca that is Las Vegas opened its first casino over a century ago, in 1906. However, shortly after this,…

Mobile ・ 12 September 2022

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The Bond Between Rock Music and Online Casinos

Rock Music as an Inspiration for Online Casino Players Jackpots, high stakes, focus, and tension are the words that describe gambling. Nowadays, placing your wagers from the comfort of your home thanks to online casinos brings another dimension to gambling. Since the competition in the online gambling world is constantly increasing, platforms need…

Religion ・ 30 August 2022

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What music is popular on online casino sites in Canada?

Music is often overlooked when creating a successful game. Music does much more than unleash background entertainment regardless of format, platform, or purpose. Using the site as an example, we'll examine how, in some situations, it can be extremely important and affect player performance in several exciting ways. Perhaps, one of the finest…

Roulette ・ 17 August 2022

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Elvis Presley's step-brother reminisces on the times shared in Las Vegas

LAS VEGAS (KTNV) - On the 45th death anniversary of the King of Rock & Roll, Elvis Presley, his step-brother David Stanley reminisces on the times they shared. In a 13 Action News exclusive interview, Stanley talks about the many times he and Presley traveled to Las Vegas to perform at the Westgate Hotel (then the Las Vegas Hilton) which is…

Land-based ・ 17 August 2022

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How Much Does Music Influence Gambling Experiences?

The choice of music has a significant effect on people's gambling experiences. In fact, to ensure the best adventure, the players' sense of hearing has to be activated. This is achieved with sound effects and good music. A recent gambling survey showed that consumers who prefer land-based casinos do so because they are more exciting (60.53%) and…

Blackjack ・ 15 August 2022

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Top Music Picks For Gaming And Playing Online Casino Games

No matter what activity you do, it can always be better with some music. Going to the gym? Put on your workout playlist. Trying to study? Press play on some classical tunes. There's a song around for every mood that can positively impact how we work and concentrate. People are picking up on the benefits of music while completing a task, especially…

Games ・ 10 August 2022

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Best Heavy Metal Rock Online Slot Machines To Play

Of all the casino games, slots are the most popular, given their simplicity, fun and fast gameplay. Slots are also associated with higher payouts. There is a big difference between mobile slots and those you are more likely to play in the brick-and-mortar casino. Software development has allowed players to now play games on their smartphone devices…

Mobile ・ 10 August 2022

Newsday

5 casinos to visit that offer more than just gambling close to Long Island

Considering a casino visit this month or in the fall? Play your cards right and you'll walk away a big winner beyond the busy gaming tables and blinking slot machines on your next trip. That's actually a safe bet because these destinations offer a veritable all-you-can-buffet of options when it comes to entertainment (Blondie or Rod Stewart? Wanda…

Christmas ・ 04 August 2022

Cultura Colectiva

Bugsy Siegel, the gangster who set up the ‘Flamingo’, the first casino in Las Vegas

Las Vegas, Nevada, is considered one of the most fun tourist destinations in the world due to its 24-hour gambling casinos, flashy signs with neon lights, and the possibility of offering spontaneous weddings in chapels that include the presence of iconic characters such as Elvis Presley or Marilyn Monroe. And not for nothing has this city in the…

Land-based ・ 22 July 2022

The Street

Las Vegas Strip Venue Abruptly Shuts Down With No Warning

In Las Vegas, everything has an end date. Casinos and resorts seemingly need updates nearly as soon as they open and what seems cutting edge today may be dated in a just a few years. The Las Vegas Strip undergoes nearly endless change. Casinos rise and fall, celebrity restaurants have their moment -- even their years -- and then pass into history.…

Land-based ・ 03 July 2022

The Music Universe

Favorite playlists for online gambling

We wouldn't be here if it weren't for music. There's a chance it'll sharpen our focus and memory while also inspiring us to go on, no matter how difficult things become. While there are numerous benefits to playing in a physical casino, there are also some drawbacks to playing in an online casino. It's possible that the correct music might help you…

Poker ・ 30 June 2022

The Music Universe

Most popular gambling songs of all time

Songs are a great way to influence people across all realms, including gambling. One often needs to be calm to place a wager, and background music playing throughout casinos is often inspirational, even if the gambler doesn't realize it. Many songs use gambling imagery to describe a feeling, thought or thing. Most casinos use impressive sound…

Blackjack ・ 27 June 2022

World Boxing News

How Las Vegas Became the Home of Boxing

Las Vegas is one of the most legendary cities in the world. It's the place to go if you want to have a flutter in some of the world's most famous casinos. It's also got the world's highest proportion of Elvis Presley impersonators and small wedding chapels. When you're hungry, Vegas also has many of the world's best Michelin-Starred restaurants,…

Land-based ・ 24 June 2022

Contact Music

Five Songs about Casinos and Gambling

You'd be surprised how many songs there are about gambling. When a composer sits down to write what will hopefully be a hit, there are many themes to choose from. Gambling and casinos are definitely a couple that are full of good source material. There's lots of stories to be told about gambling and here are five of the very best. The Gambler -…

Roulette ・ 24 June 2022

Hometime Station

Top Five Reasons To Visit Las Vegas

Since the 1940s, Las Vegas has worked its way to becoming one of the world's most iconic casino capitals. With over 232 casinos in Clark Country, Nevada, and 60 of these standing proudly on the Las Vegas Strip, it's no wonder that billions of visitors flock to Sin City each year to take in the bright lights and Hollywood glamour Vegas is famous…

Religion ・ 21 June 2022

T.H.E.- Music Essentials

Top Songs For Casino Playlist

For many decades, gambling has been one of the leading entertainment forms for all kinds of people. It's no surprise that the topic has been a part of different cultures, including music, TV shows, etc. Whether it is glorifying the risk-taking fun, comparing romance with casino games like dice, or gaming in Vegas, there are many songs that you can…

Top and Best ・ 07 June 2022

The Blast

Elvis Has Left The Las Vegas Chapel Industry... Almost!

Elvis Presley is synonymous with Las Vegas and vice versa. Many people from all over the world come to Sin City to be married by "The King," well an impersonator. Elvis passed away on August 16, 1977, at his Memphis mansion, "Graceland." He was 42-years-old at the time of his untimely death. Tourists flock to Las Vegas to get a taste of Elvis, and…

Industry ・ 03 June 2022

What To Watch

Vegas Elvis weddings heading for Heartbreak Hotel

Time could be running out if you're looking to be married by an Elvis impersonator in Las Vegas. ABG, the licensing company that owns the rights to Elvis Presley's likeness, served cease and desist orders to several Las Vegas wedding chapels who offer Elvis-themed weddings. The move comes mere weeks before Baz Luhrmann's Elvis is due to hit…

Religion ・ 02 June 2022

Best US Casinos

The 8 Best Music Themed Slot Games Chosen by Experts

Music plays an important role in our society. Movies, special ceremonies, and many other events rely on music. Musicians themselves have been highly regarded throughout history. In the last century, thousands of people have risen to prominence because of their musical abilities. It was only a matter of time before the worlds of music and gambling…

Religion ・ 01 June 2022

The Orange County Register

Check out our summertime casino survival guide

Weekend getaways are a perfect way to shift perspective and recharge your internal batteries - which is especially true when you add the chance to return home wealthier than when you left. That's why we've put together this casino survival guide, to give you a look at the Southern California properties within easy striking distance as well as a…

Religion ・ 27 May 2022

Contact Music

The perfect playlist to enjoy while playing online casino games

Sometimes when you settle down for an evening of roulette, poker, blackjack or any number of other casino games, the right music can really get you into the gambling mood and even boost your performance. Whether you're in an online casino such as King Casino, or even playing good old-fashioned cards with your friends, the perfect playlist exists…

Games ・ 23 May 2022

The Sun

Sun Bingo’s guide to the ultimate wedding songs and romantic bingo rooms

WHAT was your first dance to at your wedding? A good song will stay with you throughout your married life, a bad song isn't the best start to wedded bliss. COVID-19 lockdowns meant weddings were either cancelled or massively scaled back. Now that the weddings are back on, you've probably got a fair few to attend. That means plenty of first dances,…

Bingo ・ 18 May 2022

T.H.E.- Music Essentials

Music In Gambling Establishments: How It Is Chosen And Its Effect On Visitors

As part of the multi-billion dollar entertainment industry, casinos offer their guests an atmosphere of relaxation thought-out to the smallest detail. The crucial role in this is played by music, which undoubtedly affects the emotional state of a person. There is a myth among the players that the musical accompaniment in casinos is designed to…

Religion ・ 16 May 2022

Metal Addicts

Metal Bands with Branded Online Slots

There are many metal band online slots and other casino games relating to music, songs, rock bands, or music programs. While not as familiar as the movie or TV slots, there are many online casino slots based on artists such as Elvis Presley, Michael Jackson, Jimi Hendrix, Guns' N Roses, and Village People. In addition, branded and licensed slot…

Travel ・ 10 May 2022

Metal Addicts

Rock Stars and Casinos

If we talk about the image of a world-class rock star, we can say that it is quite stereotypical. Many people believe, especially those who have no particular interest in rock music, that rockers usually wear leather suits with rivets, stylish boots, with a long beard and hair, with a can of beer in their hands and a cigar in their mouth, and play…

Poker ・ 25 April 2022

Your Big Sky

Highest paid residencies from Las Vegas history

Lady Gaga. Cher. Bruno Mars. Diana Ross. Usher. Bette Midler. Concert headliners have been bringing Vegas audiences to their feet since Liberace debuted at Hotel Last Frontier in 1944. With Liberace's success, Vegas saw a formula they could bank on. Crowds were as hyped about live performances as they were gambling at casinos. Soon to follow on…

New Year ・ 23 April 2022

Hometime Station

Planning a Trip to Vegas? 5 Heritage Sites to Visit On a Weekend Getaway

Las Vegas is an obvious pick for Santa Clarita residents longing for a weekend break. After all, the Entertainment Capital of the World is merely a quick trip away. But despite its reputation, Sin City is not all extravagant hotels and neon-clad avenues. Indeed, Las Vegas also boasts a historical side. In this article, we take a trip back to the…

Religion ・ 19 April 2022

Las Vegas Magazine

'Extravaganza-The Vegas Spectacular' overflows with great acts

If you're the type to romanticize Las Vegas (which means you're like me), you're the perfect audience for Extravaganza-The Vegas Spectacular. It's a celebration of all the elements that make this city legendary, from famous performers and locales to gambling and the showgirl. It's also one of the most jam-packed variety shows you're likely to…

Incidents ・ 28 March 2022

Critical Blast

The Evolution of Slot Machines and The Most Popular Online Slot Themes

In 1895, a San Francisco mechanic named Charles Fey opened the first-ever slot machine workshop. Following his invention of the inaugural slot machine - that required an attendant to make a payout - Fey went on to deliver the revolutionary automatic payout slot machine, which led to the opening of his workshop in the late 1800s. Slot machines…

Mobile ・ 25 March 2022