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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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Northern Nevada Business Weekly

The Tropicana Las Vegas, a mob-era casino and Sin City landmark, 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, a frequent haunt of the legendary Rat Pack, while its past under the mob cemented its place in Vegas lore. But after welcoming…

Incidents ・ 7 days

Spectrum News

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…

Incidents ・ 13 days

WLTX

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…

Land-based ・ 13 days

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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…

Land-based ・ 15 days

Chicago Tribune

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…

Incidents ・ 16 days

8 News Now

Tropicana Las Vegas resort's past mob ties explored as casino closes

LAS VEGAS (KLAS)- The Tropicana was one of the last Strip casinos from the Las Vegas mob era. Several mobsters and a casino executive were sentenced to prison during the 80s for running a skimming operation there. "According to his own testimony in federal court, former casino executive Carl Thomas worked for more than 20 years as a casino skimmer…

Incidents ・ 16 days

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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…

Land-based ・ 16 days

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Tropicana Las Vegas hotel closes its doors for MLB ballpark

The Tropicana hotel and casino in Las Vegas closed up shop on Tuesday, as developers plan to turn the storied resort into an MLB ballpark. Employees and managers shut the doors around 1 p.m. local time as the final guests checked out, local Fox affiliate KVVU reported. The casino floor closed at 3 a.m. Tuesday. Californian Will Ross was the last…

Land-based ・ 16 days

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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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Kelly Ripa, Mark Consuelos talk hot spots, all-star guests, gambling as they head to Las Vegas

LAS VEGAS -- Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos spend Monday through Fridays with all of us "Live" from their studio in New York City. But this week they're taking a road trip - and meeting up with fans in Las Vegas. "We've got a lot of activities planned because as you know, we are going to try to bring our audience as much of Las Vegas as we possibly…

Craps ・ 27 February 2024

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Allen R. Glick: Casino mogul with La Jolla, Las Vegas, and mob ties

There's a lot more going on in La Jolla than beautiful beaches, historic homes, and hotels. Of course, there's a big military connection and a Bronze Star from Vietnam for one former resident, Allen R. Glick, a businessman who got tangled up with mobsters. Glick died at the age of 79, in August 2021, after a long fight with cancer, at his La Jolla…

Land-based ・ 20 January 2024

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Luxurious 'Casino'-linked Las Vegas home of ex-mobster John Spilotro hits market for $550K

The luxurious home of a former Las Vegas mobster linked to the 1995 gangster film "Casino" is back on the market for $550000. The four-bed, three-bath stunner is currently owned by an unidentified dancer, but it once belonged to John Spilotro - the lesser-known brother of Tony "The Ant" Spilotro. The two brothers lived on the same block, according…

Incidents ・ 26 November 2023

Travel Noire

More Than Casinos: Las Vegas is the Ultimate Family Friendly Destination

Las Vegas is a city renowned for its casinos, energetic nightlife and adult-oriented entertainment. However, beyond the glitz and glamour, Sin City offers a surprising array of family friendly attractions and activities that make it an ideal destination for all ages. There are a plethora of theme parks, mesmerizing shows and engaging museums. There…

History ・ 21 September 2023

KTNV Las Vegas

Tough Little Town: How The Mob's downfall in Las Vegas ushered in the resort era

LAS VEGAS (KTNV) - After decades of the mob's influence in Las Vegas, the FBI and some local watchdogs said it was time for a change. In part two of our special report, "Tough Little Town," a look at the big names who played a big part in Las Vegas history - and what eventually led to the downfall of the mob. The Mob Museum's director of education,…

Law ・ 07 September 2023

KTNV Las Vegas

Tough little town: How Las Vegas grew from dusty railroad stop to gambling mecca

LAS VEGAS (KTNV) - Las Vegas has grown from a railroad stop to a gambling metropolis in the desert in just 118 years. Some say The Mob could be credited for some of that growth. "The Mob did play somewhat of a positive role in the development of Las Vegas," said Geoff Schumacher, vice president of exhibits and programs at The Mob Museum. This tough…

Incidents ・ 06 September 2023

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The Las Vegas Expressway intersects with Las Vegas just a few blocks north of Fremont Street, providing millions of visitors easy access to the downtown core each year. Although Las Vegas is a major gambling destination and the city is famous for its live shows, guests may be surprised by its range of entertainment options. Las Vegas casinos might…

Land-based ・ 12 July 2023

KTNV Las Vegas

30 year mark since casino mogul, Steve Wynn's daughter was kidnapped

LAS VEGAS (KTNV) - July marks 30 years since a high profile kidnapping case that rocked southern Nevada. The kidnapping of casino mogul, Steve Wynn's daughter. It was a crime that captured international attention. July 26, 1993, the daughter of one of the most powerful gaming executives on the Las Vegas Strip. Steve Wynn's daughter Kevyn Wynn was…

Incidents ・ 11 July 2023

Casino City Times

Top 10 things to do in Las Vegas during the WSOP

During the prestigious World Series of Poker, which began last week and runs through late July, Las Vegas comes alive with anticipation and excitement. As an ardent player, you will be poised to immerse yourself in an unparalleled experience. It is entirely different than playing online or reading a U.S. casino blog to see what's happening…

Poker ・ 13 June 2023

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Las Vegas, less than 5 hours from Baltimore, isn’t all gambling

The desert breeze blew past my shoulders as I basked in the glow of massive antique signs. The Neon Museum isn't far from Las Vegas' historic Fremont Street yet feels a world away, offering charmingly kitsch eye candy and historical appreciation minus the chaos and crowds. Among other tidbits I learned during my guided tour of the museum was that…

Incidents ・ 08 June 2023

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Planning a trip to Las Vegas? Here are 4 museums worth gambling on

LAS VEGAS - The bartender at Las Vegas' brand new Punk Rock Museum popped open a can of Pringles, tipped all of the chips out into a plastic basket and then filled the can with a rum and Coke. The $14 drink (it comes with the chips) is called the Fletcher, named for its creator, guitarist Fletcher Dragge from the skate-punk band Pennywise. Welcome…

Travel ・ 30 May 2023

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A 3 Day Weekend in Las Vegas Itinerary You’ll Want to Steal

If you're considering spending a 3 day weekend in Las Vegas, then keep this itinerary at hand and bookmark it for quick reference while you explore this unique destination in Nevada. Sin City is a thrilling destination for a weekend escape, a romantic break, or an all-friends adventure. Featuring the right amount of entertainment, gambling, and…

Travel ・ 09 February 2023

Nevada Public Radio

Separating fact from fiction: How much do you really know about the mob in Las Vegas?

Lake Mead is losing water, but as it does, people in Las Vegas and around the world are gaining something entirely different: a glimpse into the past. Since spring, several sets of human remains have been discovered in the receding lake. Many are thought to be drowning victims. But in early May, a man's body was found inside of a barrel and it's…

Incidents ・ 21 December 2022

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Clarion Gaming showcases historic Columbia 1-cent slot machine at G2E Las Vegas

Event organizer Clarion Gaming announced that with the help of The Mob Museum, and in order to promote its presence at G2E Las Vegas on stand 5538, they have secured the loan of a Columbia 1-cent slot machine. The artifact dates back to the mid-1930s and is part of the extensive collection of exhibits that are on show at the Museum. The organizers…

Covid ・ 12 November 2022

History Tv

How Las Vegas Became a Gambling Mecca

Las Vegas was a small railroad town when Nevada formally established it in 1905. Five years after its founding, the U.S. census recorded only 800 residents. Yet by the 1950s, it was known as a gambling tourist haven, where visitors could see a show with celebrities like Frank Sinatra and Sammy Davis, Jr. in between trips to the baccarat…

Land-based ・ 30 October 2022

Best Life

The 8 Best Things to Do in Las Vegas That Aren't Gambling

Arguably, nowhere else in the world is as synonymous with gambling as Las Vegas. The city has sprung up from the desert as an oasis where travelers from around the world can come to try their hand at luck in world-class casinos that epitomize glitz and glamor. But while it may be fun to get into games, there's much more to the hedonistic paradise…

Religion ・ 22 October 2022

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Las Vegas: 7 Amazing Places To Visit In Las Vegas, Nevada

The casinos in Las Vegas, Nevada are known for their world-class shows, cutting-edge dining, and vibrant nightlife. You can easily get around by bus or taxi. The Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada provides convenient, affordable transportation. These two organizations present performances throughout the year. You can also visit…

Land-based ・ 19 October 2022

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The Ending Of Casino Finally Explained

Martin Scorsese's 1995 film "Casino" is one of the most epic gangster movies ever made. It was immediately nominated for several awards upon its release, and actress Sharon Stone won a Golden Globe for her performance. It also features legendary performances by Robert De Niro, Don Rickles, and Joe Pesci - in one of his last roles. James Woods also…

Gaming Authorities ・ 18 October 2022

Hospitality Net

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

USA Today

Best casinos, casino hotels and amenities

Casinos today offer much more than just blackjack, slot machines and poker tables. Beyond gambling, the best casinos provide critically acclaimed restaurants, live shows, attractions and luxurious hotel rooms. We wanted to find the best casinos, hotels, restaurants, shows, attractions and players clubs. So, we invited a panel of industry and travel…

Land-based ・ 22 September 2022

Fox 5 Vegas

Police: Las Vegas journalist dies in stabbing outside home

LAS VEGAS (AP) - A Las Vegas investigative reporter was stabbed to death outside his home and police are looking for a suspect, authorities said. Las Vegas Metropolitan Police officers found journalist Jeff German, 69, dead with stab wounds around 10:30 a.m. Saturday after authorities received a 911 call, the Las Vegas Review-Journal…

Incidents ・ 15 September 2022

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Budget Travelers: Check Out These 10 Affordable Hotels In Las Vegas

Las Vegas is all glitz and glam, with its reputation linked to its world-class casinos. Because of this, it's common for people to assume that Las Vegas is a pricey destination. However, this myth is a bust! As it turns out, traveling to the world-famous city of Las Vegas doesn't have to be an expensive affair! With some planning, enjoying a Vegas…

Religion ・ 15 September 2022

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Las Vegas Advisor: Mob Museum in Vegas plans to expand with land purchase

The National Museum of Organized Crime and Law Enforcement (aka the Mob Museum) has acquired a 30000-square-foot vacant lot next door to the existing building that will be used to expand its downtown footprint. Specifics haven't been revealed, but added exhibition space, and food and beverage facilities are expected. Since it opened in February…

Land-based ・ 04 September 2022

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Las Vegas investigative journalist Jeff German killed

Las Vegas Review-Journal investigative reporter Jeff German, one of Nevada's most accomplished and trusted journalists, was found dead with stab wounds outside his home Saturday morning. German, whose work in Las Vegas spanned more than three decades, made a career of breaking big stories about everything from organized crime and government…

Religion ・ 04 September 2022

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All The Best Things To Do In Las Vegas That Are Completely Free

When it comes to Las Vegas, most people are familiar with the infamous slogan - "What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas." Located in the state of Nevada, US, the city boasts a reputation of partying, glitz and glamour of casinos, along with experiences that could break your bank account. However, there is much more to the so-called Sin City than…

New Year ・ 31 August 2022

Augustman

These Are The Best Things To Do In Las Vegas For Free

Located in the state of Nevada, US, the city boasts a reputation of a night filled with partying, glitz and glamour of casinos and experiences that could break your bank account. However, there is much more to the so-called Sin City than just roulettes and hangovers. Vegas offers several fun-filled activities to choose from. Whether you are…

New Year ・ 30 August 2022

Bangkok Post

US drought exposes murky mob past of Las Vegas

LAS VEGAS: Mobsters who end up sleeping with the fishes are usually never seen again. But climate change has a way of messing even with the mafia, and a watery grave outside Las Vegas is starting to cough up Sin City's darkest secrets. Lake Mead, which can be reached from the Las Vegas Strip by a short ride in the trunk of a car with your hands and…

Religion ・ 04 July 2022

The Straits Times

US drought exposes the mob's murky past in Las Vegas

LAS VEGAS (AFP) - Mobsters who end up sleeping with the fishes are usually never seen again. But climate change has a way of messing even with the mafia, and a watery grave outside Las Vegas is starting to cough up Sin City's darkest secrets. Lake Mead, which can be reached from the Las Vegas Strip by a short ride in the trunk of a car with your…

Religion ・ 04 July 2022

Gambling

Mob-Era Circus Circus Las Vegas Gets Facelift

One of the few remaining Las Vegas Strip resorts dating to the Mob era is getting a makeover. For the past three years, Circus Circus hotel-casino has embarked on a $30 million renovation to spruce up the property at the northwest end of the resort corridor, according to the Las Vegas Review-Journal. That section of the Strip has lagged in recent…

Travel ・ 07 June 2022

Daily Mail Online

Las Vegas shop sells 'corpse water' after body found in a barrel in Lake Mead during drought

A witchcraft store in Las Vegas is selling'corpse water,' just a few weeks after a body in a barrel was found at the bottom of Lake Mead. Charlie Hanks, the owner of Blaspheme Boutique, came up with the idea as she was inspired by the creepy discoveries that were made earlier in May. The water, named'Lake Mead Corpse Water,' does not actually come…

Incidents ・ 31 May 2022

The New York Times

Bodies Pulled From Parched Lake Mead Stir Wise-Guy Ghosts of Las Vegas

LAS VEGAS - It's the mob guy who went missing after skimming from the Stardust casino. No, it's the lake resort manager hunted down by the Chicago Outfit. Could it be the work of a biker gang muscling in on Mafia turf? Or maybe someone just fell off a boat after one too many. Ever since the bodies started turning up this month in Lake Mead - the…

Politics ・ 20 May 2022

Urban Matter

Las Vegas vs Atlantic City: Where Should You Go?

If you're looking for a raucous getaway filled with excess, glitter, glamor, and gambling, there are two destinations that might come to mind. These are, of course, Las Vegas and Atlantic City. For many, the OG Sin City Las Vegas is the place to go, given Atlantic City's largely undeserved reputation for being a tired and less trendy version of its…

Religion ・ 18 May 2022

Daily Mail Online

Top mafia attorney who inspired Martin Scorsese's Casino recalls defending Las Vegas mobsters

It's the body that has rejuvenated the public's fascination with The Mob. In underworld parlance, the unfortunate male victim was wearing a metal overcoat in the shape of a barrel and had languished on the bed of shrinking Lake Mead in Nevada for decades. Until, that is, the critically receding waters of America's biggest man-made lake near Las…

Law ・ 13 May 2022

PBS

Officials prep for gruesome surprises as Las Vegas lake slowly dries up

Stories about long-departed Las Vegas organized crime figures are surfacing after a second set of unidentified human remains were revealed as the water level falls on drought-stricken Lake Mead. The reservoir on the Colorado River is about a 30-minute drive from the mob-founded Las Vegas Strip. "There's no telling what we'll find in Lake Mead,"…

Land-based ・ 11 May 2022

New York Post

Bodies surfacing in Lake Mead recall mob’s time in Las Vegas

Las Vegas is being flooded with lore about organized crime after a second set of human remains emerged within a week from the depths of a drought-stricken Colorado River reservoir just a 30-minute drive from the notoriously mob-founded Strip. "There's no telling what we'll find in Lake Mead," former Las Vegas Mayor Oscar Goodman said Monday. "It's…

Law ・ 10 May 2022

Forbes

Area 15 In Las Vegas Rewards Visitors Who Venture Off The Strip

Click on the conversation bubble to join the conversation To most travelers, visiting Las Vegas means visiting the Strip, where billion-dollar themed casinos are the modern-day wonders of the world. An hour's stroll can take you through an imagined Egypt (Luxor), Medieval Europe (Excalibur) a bustling New York City (New York New York), the Roman…

Valentine's Day ・ 14 April 2022

The Nation

Can Las Vegas Be Made Sustainable?

Las Vegas is all about light. Despite its desert location and the sunsets that turn the surrounding mountains and red-rock canyons all colors of delicate pink, the lights for which Las Vegas is most renowned are electronic, the kind that blur the line between night and day and leave visitors to Las Vegas always feeling that they have, somehow,…

Covid ・ 04 April 2022

Paste Magazine

The Best Museums in Las Vegas

When you think of Las Vegas, your first thought is "academic rigor." Scholars the world over have come to Vegas to expand their minds and double check their footnotes. Just kidding, most people come to Las Vegas to turn their brains off. However, that doesn't mean the discerning geek is without options for informative, experiential fun. Las Vegas…

Religion ・ 14 March 2022

8 News Now

Fourth Street repaving to close road for 24 hours between Stewart, Casino Center

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) - Road work begins Sunday, Jan. 23, at 7 p.m. to repave Fourth Street between Stewart Avenue and Casino Center Boulevard, according to the City of Las Vegas. Fourth Street will be completely closed at that location for 24 hours as crews do the work on the one-way road near the Mob Museum. Casino Center Boulevard and Las Vegas…

Land-based ・ 20 January 2022

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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…

New Year ・ 07 January 2022

Poker News Daily

Happy 75th Birthday to the Flamingo Las Vegas

I have a very specific fond memory of the Flamingo Las Vegas. It was probably 2005, the first year I covered the World Series of Poker live at the Rio. My brother came to visit and, having seen all he was going to see at the WSOP, decided to enter a small daily poker tournament at the Flamingo. He wasn't particularly good at poker - just dabbled a…

Poker ・ 30 December 2021

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…

New Year ・ 23 December 2021

Nevada Public Radio

The Flamingo, which ushered in Las Vegas glamour and gangsters, turns 75

From Bugsy Siegel to Donny and Marie, the Flamingo has seen a lot in its 75 years on the Strip. On Dec. 26, 1946, mobster Siegel opened the Flamingo after taking over construction of the property when original developer Billy Wilkerson ran out of money. Siegel named the property after his girlfriend Virginia Hill - whose nickname was "The Flamingo"…

History ・ 11 December 2021

The Jerusalem Post

Seven biggest gambling cities in the world

Visiting a casino venue is one of the most enjoyable things one can do. At these establishments, one can find a great atmosphere, thrilling games, and glitz & glamour. While nothing can compare to the feeling if one is actually winning at the table. However, for first-timers, it is actually better if they get some practice in online casinos first…

Land-based ・ 28 October 2021

USA Today

Best casinos and resorts, both in and outside of Las Vegas

The United States is home to over 1500 casinos - more than any other country on the planet. And there are plenty beyond the borders of Las Vegas. Alongside those casinos are a multitude of options for where to stay, where to eat and things to do. With so many options, how do you choose? We started by asking a panel of experts to select 20 nominees…

Travel ・ 22 October 2021

Travel Daily News

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

Yogonet

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

Fox 5 Vegas

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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13 Things To Do In Las Vegas

Here is this week's list of 13 things to do in the Las Vegas valley between Aug. 27 and Sept. 2, 2021: 1. Laps Under the Lights benefiting the Las Vegas Chapter of Speedway Children's Charities on Aug. 27. Experience the thrill of a lifetime by driving your car, truck, motorcycle or other street-legal vehicles under the bright lights of the…

Land-based ・ 27 August 2021

The News Review

Las Vegas in the fall

If Las Vegas is on your travel bucket list, or you're a fan but haven't visited in awhile, this is a good time to start planning a trip. Hotels and casinos are open, entertainment is returning and a thrilling new attraction will open this fall. You can enjoy your visit with the knowledge that the city's hotels and resorts have health and safety…

Covid ・ 22 August 2021

Texas News Today

Las Vegas casino tycoon Allen Glick, exposed as a mob frontman, dies of 79-year-old cancer

The former casino owner died of cancer at the age of 79, praised by his Las Vegas business leader for his clean business records before it became clear that he was actually a mob frontman. Allen R, CEO of Argent Corporation, who owned four casinos on the Las Vegas Strip during its heyday. Glick's family announced that they died of cancer on August…

Land-based ・ 17 August 2021

Anchorage Daily News

Casinos place big bet on vaccinations as Las Vegas prepares for June 1 reopening and nation’s first large convention

Coronavirus vaccines will be available at this landmark on the Las Vegas Strip, officials said. Photo for The Washington Post by Bridget Bennett LAS VEGAS - Fred Campbell plans to head here in early June with an ambitious goal: to build a flawless 26-foot wall, with 800 bricks, in an hour. That will be enough, he figures, to make him the world…

Travel ・ 24 May 2021

San Antonio Express-News

Las Vegas is back. Here's where to go to avoid crowds.

After a year of being cooped up, nobody really needs extra motivation to get out and stretch their legs. Most of us are done pretending to enjoy those excruciatingly painful workouts. We're beyond over putting together 500-piece puzzles, only to find we're missing a couple of pieces. And what about that online learning class you subscribed to so…

Land-based ・ 11 May 2021

Review Journal

Mob Museum adds vintage slot machines and Nevada gaming program in March

The Mob Museum is adding two vintage slot machines to its collection and has scheduled a two-part presentation about legal gambling in Nevada as part of its March programming. The new slot machines, called figural slot machines, are designed to resemble human cowboys. Figural machines could be seen in Las Vegas and Reno casinos during the'50s…

Travel ・ 07 May 2021

USA Online Casino

El Cortez Selling Vintage Carpet Squares

For those who collect vintage Vegas items, El Cortez Casino in downtown Vegas is selling squares of its old psychedelic carpet for less than $20 per piece. El Cortez removed the carpeting from its 42000-square-foot casino floor last September, and now you can own a piece of the carpet. The carpet was first installed in 2007, one of many carpet…

Land-based ・ 19 January 2021