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15 of Las Vegas’ most distinctive hotel lobbies

Tuesday, April 22, 2014 ♦

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Everyone knows how important making a fabulous first impression is. And nowhere does this adage hold truer than at a hotel. Since the lobby is what you see upon arrival, it has to be memorable. Not only does a lobby provide you with your first (and last) impression of a…

Station Casinos plans to build Las Vegas’ newest restaurant row

Friday, April 18, 2014 ♦

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Visitors to Red Rock Casino, Resort & Spa, located in the northwest corner of Las Vegas near breathtaking Red Rock Canyon, can look forward to several new dining experiences and other enhancements later in 2014. Station Casinos has announced a $35 million plan that involves renovations both inside and outside…

SLS Las Vegas now accepting reservations

Tuesday, April 8, 2014 ♦

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Today is THE day. SBE has announced their newest hotel property, SLS Las Vegas, is accepting reservations for stays beginning on Aug. 25, 2014. If you want to be among the first to explore and adore its multifaceted amenities, then book soon. You can welcome back a vintage Vegas property…

New York-New York officially launches outdoor plaza

Monday, March 17, 2014 ♦

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It’s been less than a year since MGM Resorts International announced plans for a $100 million outdoor plaza that involves remodeling the Las Vegas Strip-facing exteriors of New York-New York Hotel & Casino and Monte Carlo Hotel & Casino. The company began construction on this pedestrian-oriented district in April 2013.…

10 historic hotels in and around Vegas

Tuesday, February 11, 2014 ♦

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Okay, we admit it. When compared to cities like New York or Chicago, Las Vegas isn’t that old – and, unfortunately, our hotels of yesteryear are more likely to be imploded than restored. However, if you want to get a glimpse of Sin City before it became the high-tech wonder…

SLS Las Vegas opening date announced

Thursday, February 6, 2014 ♦

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If you’re planning a Vegas vacation in 2014, you might want to concentrate on Labor Day weekend because that’s when SLS Las Vegas is opening its doors. After months of speculation, yesterday Sam Nazarian announced in a special message that the resort will debut on the last weekend of summer…

Former Bill’s Gamblin’ Hall & Saloon gets new name: The Cromwell

Friday, January 31, 2014 ♦

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It’s official. The Cromwell is the new name of the former Bill’s Gamblin’ Hall & Saloon, which sits on the northeast corner of Flamingo Road and Las Vegas Boulevard. Owned by Caesars Entertainment and currently in the midst of a $185 million overhaul, the property described as a “lifestyle luxury…

Life is ‘suite’ in the new Sky Villas at Tropicana Las Vegas

Tuesday, January 28, 2014 ♦

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If you’re looking for a way to spoil someone in Vegas for Valentine’s Day weekend – or any weekend of the year – here’s an idea to consider. Tropicana Las Vegas just debuted some suites that are guaranteed to turn the extravagance factor up to an 11. The Sky Villas,…

Construction watch: All eyes are on SLS Las Vegas for 2014

Thursday, January 16, 2014 ♦

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One of the most highly anticipated new hotel developments in Las Vegas is taking shape on the north end of the Strip. Using the existing structure of the former Sahara Hotel & Casino, the SLS Las Vegas – which is blossoming thanks to $415 million in renovations – represents an…

10 hotel developments in Vegas to look forward to in 2014

Tuesday, January 7, 2014 ♦

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Hotel construction in Las Vegas is more spirited and dynamic than ever. Are you curious about some of the projects currently underway at resorts both on and off the Strip? In addition to the creation of two open-air districts, three newly converted hotels will debut in 2014. Plus, several existing…

From flowers to gingerbread, the holidays are handcrafted at Wynn Las Vegas

Wednesday, December 18, 2013 ♦

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Wynn Las Vegas has handcrafted a festive atmosphere this holiday season with impressive floral and gingerbread displays created by talented artisans. The luxury resort recently unveiled two large-scale floral installations in the atrium as well as a 3-foot gingerbread replica of the signature bronze hotel in the Wynn Buffet. Flower power (more…

Bally’s Las Vegas unveils plans for the Grand Bazaar Shops

Wednesday, December 4, 2013 ♦

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Bally’s Las Vegas will become home to Sin City’s newest mall with a proposed 2-acre, 150-shop outdoor retail venue located at the front of the property on one of the busiest pedestrian intersections in the United States. In fact, more than 20 million people pass through this site annually at the…

Sirens of TI sail into sunset, but ships to remain

Wednesday, December 4, 2013 ♦

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With the recent announcement about the closure of Sirens of TI at Treasure Island, rumors have been swirling as to what other changes might be underway for the pirate-themed Las Vegas Strip hotel. The saucy pirate show originally closed for a two-month hiatus on Oct. 20 as construction crews began…

10 things you need to know before you check in to a Las Vegas hotel

Tuesday, November 19, 2013 ♦

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With so many different resorts in Las Vegas to choose from, where you decide to stay will be based on a number of factors – from cost and location to amenities and attractions. No matter what accommodations you book, however, we can give you some tips. We’ll not only tell…

Liberace popping up at the Cosmopolitan in Las Vegas

Thursday, November 14, 2013 ♦

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Bye bye pop-up weddings. Hello Liberace! The site where something suddenly pops up at the Cosmopolitan is expected to welcome “Too Much of a Good Thing Is Wonderful: Liberace and the Art of Costume” Nov. 25 through Jan. 2, 2014. The exhibition will fill the space of the former Pop-Up Wedding Chapel,…

Downtown Grand officially marks its debut in downtown Las Vegas

Wednesday, November 13, 2013 ♦

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Yesterday afternoon (11-12-13) at 14:15 (in military time), representatives from Downtown Grand and the city of Las Vegas gathered to celebrate the resort’s official launch with a ribbon cutting ceremony. The event was held on the steps of Downtown Grand’s Third Street entrance. Valley High School’s marching band was on…

Get a sneak peek of downtown Las Vegas’ newest resort

Friday, October 25, 2013 ♦

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Note this date: Nov. 12, 2013 (i.e., 11/12/13). It’s going to be an important one on the calendar of major developments that have played a role in the revitalization of downtown Las Vegas. This will be the day when Downtown Grand Las Vegas Hotel & Casino is officially launched with…

Wireless networks advancing at rapid speed in Las Vegas resorts

Thursday, October 17, 2013 ♦

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Have you ever lost cell phone service or been unable to find coverage while visiting the Las Vegas Strip? That’s not an uncommon problem, partly because it’s very difficult to support the growing demand for advanced mobile and wireless services at resorts that are literally the size of small cities.…

SLS Las Vegas to redefine the north Strip as a cool luxe hotspot

Monday, October 7, 2013 ♦

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Looking at new resort development on the Las Vegas Strip, the south and central parts have certainly garnered the lion’s share of attention in recent years. But as 2014 approaches, it seems the winds of change are blowing in another direction – to the north. SBE, a company helmed by…

Great expectations! Take a gander at new renderings for Gansevoort Las Vegas

Thursday, October 3, 2013 ♦

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With construction progressing toward an early 2014 opening, new renderings of Gansevoort Las Vegas were presented to the media at a party held in Drai’s After Hours at Bally’s last night. These images depict the latest version of the resort’s exterior as well as some interior design elements in its…

Innovative Palazzo atrium display falls into place in Las Vegas

Wednesday, September 25, 2013 ♦

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Sometimes everything falls into place. Such is the case with the innovative fall-themed display gracing The Palazzo Waterfall Atrium and Gardens through Nov. 10, 2013. The display, which represents the Palazzo and Venetian hotels’ multiple sustainability efforts, was two years in the making. But its unveiling coincides with recent accolades for industry-leading environmental initiatives.…

Las Vegas thrills: Rappel Planet Hollywood for a cause

Tuesday, September 24, 2013 ♦

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People admire the towering hotels and bustling excitement of the Las Vegas Strip everyday from the ground. But rarely do they get a chance to enjoy the scenery while rappelling more than 350 feet down the side of one. On October 11-12, 2013, Special Olympics Nevada will host its fourth…

Checking in on pet-friendly Vegas

Monday, September 23, 2013 ♦

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Is Sin City going to the dogs? Las Vegas isn’t just a paradise for people anymore. It’s becoming a blissful retreat for four-legged creatures. Numerous hotels (including several on the Strip) offer accommodations for travelers who have their pets in tow. It’s not at all uncommon these days to see…

Ten historic spots in Las Vegas

Thursday, September 19, 2013 ♦

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Las Vegas is a city where everything appears shiny and new — where old hotels regularly make way for megaresorts and implosions aren’t out of the ordinary (though it’s actually been more than five years since our last implosion — that’s like 35 in Vegas years). Believe it or not,…

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