A Look At Wynn Resorts Third Quarter Earnings

Wynn Resorts reported third-quarter earnings for its properties from Las Vegas to Macau just after the end of ZorkFest. While overall revenue was up slightly, the company missed the mark on Wall Street. Craig Billings, CEO of Wynn Resorts painted a prettier picture in the earnings press release: “Our third quarter results reflect healthy demand […]
Vegas News | Room Renovations, Go Karting And Swingers On The Vegas Strip And RIP Mr. Piffles

ZorkFest was a blast but now it’s back to the semi-regular Vegas News column. This week will be a mega-Vegas News catch-up. Buckle up, it’s been a while! Casino earnings We’re going to start with a quick recap of casino earnings. If the numbers bore you just read this and move down. The biggest news […]
Looking Back At ZorkFest 2024

ZorkFest has come and gone! It was a whirlwind weekend of fun and learning. It was great to see old faces and meet new people. I didn’t make it to every event but did enough in and around ZorkFest to share some thoughts. First of all, congrats to Mr. TravelZork Michael Trager. ZorkFest was destined […]
ZorkFest Is Almost Here!

ZorkFest is just almost here. The event takes place Nov. 1-3 at Horseshoe Las Vegas (formerly Bally’s). A few tickets are still available for anyone interested in attending. Over the past couple of months, I’ve shared why conferences like ZorkFest are useful. The most important feature of this event for me is the educational seminars. […]
Vegas News | Rooftop Ice And Roller Skating, Changes At The Venetian And New Games Coming To Casinos

Last week was the Global Gaming Expo (G2E) and I think I’m finally caught up. Well, not caught up but back to a normal schedule. There’s still plenty to do. Here are a few pieces I’ve already written. DJ Cornsquealius! #G2E2024 pic.twitter.com/e2bEDjSvpE — Marc (@MeltzVegas) October 9, 2024 Marble Run is real and fantastic. There […]
ZorkFest Is A Good Reminder About How Special This Community Can Be

I often mention how special the TravelZork community is. It’s a rare mix of advantage travelers and casino fans. Many group members are gamblers, which is fun but that’s secondary to what makes this group special. The banter and tips shared among the group are useful and often actionable. This community would be better than […]
Vegas News | Tropicana About To Go Boom, Chia Pet Slots And A Macallan Tasting At Aria

I was about to file this but news about a Macallan tasting at Aria got in the way. This news is so fresh that there’s no information beyond the press release I just shared here. The bridge connecting Paris Las Vegas and the new Versailles Tower (formerly Bally’s/Horseshoe Jubilee Tower) is finally open. Bienvenue à […]
ZorkFest 2024 In Focus: Podcasters After Dark

Podcasters After Dark is one of the events you can expect at ZorkFest which has a lot to offer from educational seminars to unique dining experiences. Not everything is so serious. Attendees looking for fun can socialize and learn how to gamble with a handful of experts. Those who enjoy winding down their day listening […]
Vegas News | Venetian Tier Match, Big Show Announcements, Lots Happening In Downtown Las Vegas

The Venetian will start to do a Tier Match promotion in October. There are no details on the match but you can read some words here. The Venetian tier match promotion is different from the rewards offer match the casino offers. You can read more about that here. The Fall display in the Bellagio Conservatory […]
ZorkFest 2024 In Focus: Exclusive Dinner, Discussions And Gambling Experiences

All of the activities included in a ticket to ZorkFest are enough for most guests. However, there are a handful of add-ons for those looking for a little bit more. The add-ons can be fun, educational, or both. It’s up to the guest to choose what they’d like to experience more – that’s why they’re […]