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Where Old Vegas is still alive today

The CNN Original Series "Vegas: The Story of Sin City" showcases the heart and history of one of America's most beloved and notorious cities in four immersive episodes. Tune in Sunday, March 3, at 10 p.m. ET/PT on CNN. Leave it to Las Vegas to upstage Travis and Taylor, Usher and the most-watched Super Bowl ever. Sure, last month's game was…

Land-based ・ 03 March 2024

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Las Vegas’ Historic El Cortez Hotel & Casino Renovates Original 47 Rooms

Opened in 1941, the iconic El Cortez Hotel & Casino has maintained its vintage charm with original hotel rooms located above the casino floor, only accessible by a wooden staircase. Today, the Downtown Las Vegas landmark-and the only casino listed on the National Register of Historic Places -announces the completed renovation of these 47 rooms,…

Land-based ・ 05 October 2022

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Downtown Vegas' El Cortez casino finishes $3M upgrade of vintage 'Original 47' rooms

Downtown Las Vegas hotel-casino El Cortez announced Tuesday the completion of a $3 million renovation that consisted of the upgrade of 47 original vintage rooms -dubbed the "Original 47" - built in 1941, the year when the National Register of Historic Places-listed venue opened its doors. Originally used as boarding and meeting spaces when the…

Land-based ・ 29 September 2022

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The History of Vegas Casinos

Many Las Vegas casinos have come and gone, but some have stood the test of time. In this post, we'll talk about the history of Vegas and look at some of the oldest casinos that are still in operation today. Soon, you'll understand why these three classic casinos are still among the most popular Vegas hot spots. Las Vegas is still a relatively new…

History ・ 21 September 2022

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$52 million in upgrades slated for Las Vegas Academy’s campus

Las Vegas Academy of the Arts, which includes the original, historic Las Vegas High School (circa 1930), is going to get a major renovation, some buildings coming down, others going up. Wednesday, September 14, 2022. Sunday, Sept. 18, 2022 | 2 a.m. The oldest and most iconic public school campus in Clark County is gearing up for a $52 million,…

Sports ・ 18 September 2022

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Neon Museum displays signs in Las Vegas influenced by hispanic culture

LAS VEGAS (KTNV) - The Neon Museum is celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month, Sept. 15 through Oct. 15, with the addition of special Gallery Talks. The 15-minute talks highlight the history behind specific signs and properties that are relevant to the Hispanic community, including The Flamingo, The El Cortez, and La Concha. Currently the oldest…

Tournaments ・ 18 September 2022

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Monsoon Season In Las Vegas Brings Casino Flooding, Two Dead

It's no secret Las Vegas has a monsoon season. Every year between mid-June or early July and mid-September, residents know to look out for heavy rainfall. Flash floods are common and the occasional minor damage to homes. But this monsoon season has been crazy compared to years past. In fact, the National Weather Service is naming this the wettest…

Incidents ・ 13 September 2022

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El Cortez Evacuated Amid Las Vegas Arson Fears

Las Vegas' oldest existing casino, the El Cortez, was evacuated at the weekend amid fears of a fire, the smoke-filled venue close to a number of buildings linked to recent suspected arson attacks... El Cortez, an adult-only venue a block from the hugely-popular Fremont Street Experience and Las Vegas Boulevard, was in full swing on Saturday evening…

Poker ・ 28 July 2022

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Downtown Vegas' El Cortez casino to gradually become 21+ property following $25M renovation

Downtown Las Vegas hotel-casino El Cortez is becoming a 21+ property. The historic venue, which opened in 1941 and is one of the oldest hotel-casino properties in Vegas, will start introducing the policy change in April, when it will begin requiring an ID to book a room. It will be Las Vegas' second adults-only resort after Circa. The venue will…

Covid ・ 17 March 2022

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Historic downtown Vegas casino adopts 21-and-older age limit

LAS VEGAS (AP) - The historic El Cortez has announced it will become the second downtown Las Vegas property to adopt a 21-and-older age limit for hotel guests and casino gamblers. Adam Wiesberg, general manager of the 80-year-old landmark, told the Las Vegas Review-Journal on Wednesday that the policy will begin April 1 for hotel stays and…

Law ・ 17 March 2022

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El Cortez Hotel & Casino implements Optx’s casino management platform

Optx's data management platform has been selected by El Cortez Hotel & Casino, which aims to streamline player engagement and marketing operations. El Cortez, one of the longest continuously-operating hotel and casino venues in Las Vegas, has selected the digital platform to modernise the venue's operations, as well as increase efficiency through…

Land-based ・ 16 March 2022

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ICE London gives Landmark Award to El Cortez in Downtown Las Vegas

ICE London has named the iconic El Cortez Hotel & Casino in Downtown Las Vegas as a Landmark Award recipient in recognition of its 80th anniversary celebrations, in a tribute to the heritage of land-based gaming. Clarion Gaming Group MD Alex Pratt will be making the presentation in-person to owner Kenny Epstein on December 15 at the El Cortez,…

Land-based ・ 12 December 2021

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Best Hotels in Las Vegas for Business, Bachelor Parties, and More

In the City of Sin, the greatest wrong you can commit is booking a bad hotel. Seriously, you can't toss a roulette pill without hitting a top-tier hotel, even if you're off the Strip. That being said, for every great hotel, there is also a not-so-great one waiting for your misguided booking. Don't be fooled by their mirage: You can even book…

Travel ・ 12 November 2021

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Downtown Las Vegas icon El Cortez Hotel & Casino to commemorate 80 years this November

LAS VEGAS, NV - This November, the historic El Cortez Hotel & Casino celebrates its monumental 80th Anniversary as the longest continuously running hotel & casino in the ever-changing landscape of downtown Las Vegas, Nevada. As the only casino listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this Vegas institution has stood the test of time…

Land-based ・ 10 October 2021

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Downtown Vegas' El Cortez casino celebrates 80° anniversary with a $25M renovation

as Vegas-based casino El Cortez will celebrate its 80° anniversary with a $25 million renovation and a fireworks show which will take place on November 6, featuring a speech by Mayor Carolyn Goodman. The property will be throwing the festivities in celebration of 80 years of running the hotel and casino downtown, thus becoming the only casino…

Land-based ・ 06 October 2021

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El Cortez in downtown Las Vegas to celebrate 80th anniversary

LAS VEGAS (FOX5) -- An iconic casino in downtown Las Vegas will celebrate its 80 years in November. According to a news release, the El Cortez will celebrate its 80th birthday with a $25 million renovation and a fireworks show on Nov. 6. The celebrate its 80th anniversary as the longest continuously running hotel and casino in downtown. The release…

Land-based ・ 06 October 2021

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Las Vegas history at Springs Preserve: Travel Weekly

Las Vegas Springs attracted Native Americans for thousands of years before the arrival of European American settlers, ranchers, railroaders and gambling entrepreneurs who created a world-class tourist destination. The site, listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 1978, is now the home of Springs Preserve, a 180-acre cultural…

Travel ・ 10 August 2021