Tag Archives: Las Vegas
US – Westgate Resorts launches World of Westgate loyalty program
Westgate Resorts has launched its first ever loyalty program, the World of Westgate. The first program of its kind in the industry, the World of Westgate offers benefits to both timeshare Owners and guests, and builds upon Westgate’s established reputation as one of the hospitality industry’s most innovative companies. Five tiers of loyalty offer extensive benefits, experiences and…
US – MGM generates best ever Q4 results as Las Vegas Strip bounces back
The improved performance of its casinos on the Las Vegas Strip helped MGM to its best ever fourth quarter results, generating net revenues of $1.8bn on the Strip, an increase of 277 per cent compared to the prior year quarter, and an increase of 26 per cent compared to the fourth quarter of 2019. The operator’s…
US – Apollo’s take over of Sands’ Las Vegas assets gets the green light
The Nevada Gaming Control Board has recommended the Nevada Gaming Commission approve the $6.25bn deal for Apollo Global Management to buy the Venetian, Palazzo, and the Venetian Convention and Expo Center from Las Vegas Sands Corp. The deal will see VICI Properties own the land and Apollo owning the operations with a lease deal on…
US – Historic year in Nevada as casinos enjoy record $13.4bn in 2021
Nevada’s casinos enjoyed their best ever year in 2021 with $13.4bn being earned. December brought in more than $1bn in winnings for the 10th consecutive month. The annual increase came in at 70.6 per cent with slots up 70.5 per cent in 2021, accounting for 68.8 per cent of the total. Table gaming increase by 70.7…
US – Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority shows 2021 visitation down 24 per cent
Las Vegas welcomed more than 32 million visitors in 2021, according to research published today by the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA). Visitation for the year significantly increased from 2020 visitation of 19 million visitors and was down only 24 percent below the 2019 pre-pandemic recorded visitation of 42 million visitors, as pent-up…
US – Bally’s details return of Horseshoe brand to Las Vegas Strip
Casino brand Horseshoe is returning to Las Vegas as part of a transformation that will begin in the spring of 2022. The changes will include a renovated exterior, new entertainment and food and beverage options, and a reimagined casino floor and public areas. In keeping with Horseshoe’s classic sophistication, the design team will incorporate a…
US – Fontainebleau sets its sights on opening at end of 2023
Fontainebleau Development, which designs, builds, owns, and operates premier hospitality, commercial, retail, and luxury properties, is targeting fourth quarter of 2023 for the opening of its recently acquired 67-story, vertically integrated luxury resort and casino at 2777 S. Las Vegas Blvd. The property has commenced construction and will open under the name Fontainebleau Las Vegas,…
US – Nevada casinos and sportsbooks break records
For the ninth straight month, Nevada reached at least $1bn in gaming revenue after the numbers were reported for November. The record numbers in November were helped by the return of international travelers to Las Vegas. The Nevada Gaming Control Board released that Nevada’s non-restricted gaming licensees reported a total “gaming win” of $1,321,624,274 for November…
US – Iconic Hard Rock guitar heading to The Strip following Mirage purchase
Hard Rock International, the legendary hospitality and entertainment company, today announced its agreement to acquire the operations of The Mirage Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas from MGM Resorts International, subject to regulatory approvals and other customary closing conditions. Through the acquisition, Hard Rock plans to build an iconic Guitar-shaped Hotel which will be located on the…
