Vegas News November 8 2020 | MGM Opens And Closes
November 9, 2020 Marc

Vegas News | MGM Opens And Closes

Pushing Forward Back by Temple of the Dog is a song I think about often. I don’t know what the actual lyrics are other than the chorus, but these words often come to mind when I think of doing business. It’s also a good entry point to discuss our main theme this week: MGM Opens and Closes.

Vegas News September 20 2020 | Non-Smoking Casino Park MGM Opening, Caesars Packed and Another COVID Update
September 20, 2020 Marc

Vegas News | Non-Smoking Casino Park MGM Opening, Caesars Packed + COVID Update

Two weeks without Vegas news on Sunday is wild! This was the first year I’ve taken a break from my weekend duty with TravelZork. Relaxing an extra day was nice, but I’m a creature of habit and was fidgety while trying to relax. Happy to be back sharing the ‘scoop and also the announcement of the first completely non-smoking casino on the Vegas Strip.

Vegas News August 16 2020 | Mirage Ready To Open, T-Mobile Selling Tickets Again, Maybe Park MGM Opens For Halloween and More
August 16, 2020 Marc

Vegas News | The Mirage Gets Ready To Open, T-Mobile Selling Tickets Again, Maybe Park MGM Opens For Halloween and More

No major Vegas COVID-19 update again this week. It hasn’t gone anywhere, and casinos remain under the same protocol. Read this if you’re curious about the local bar situation. Layoffs seem like they’re about to hit some non-gaming hotels too. You can always visit the Nevada Independent for Nevada COVID data. Perhaps, our most significant news is that Mirage is ready to open.

Vegas News June 7 2020 | Vegas Is Back…Kinda
June 7, 2020 Marc

Vegas Is Back…Kinda

This is the week, so many of us have been waiting for. Las Vegas casinos are allowed to reopen. The first wave of openings took place in downtown Las Vegas and around the city just after midnight on June 4. The Vegas Strip casinos waited until sunrise to open their doors. For sure we can say, Vegas Is Back…Kinda.

Vegas News March 15 2020 | Mostly Coronavegas - Coronavirus Vegas
March 15, 2020 Marc

Vegas News | Mostly CoronaVegas

Coronavirus is now a national emergency. As you’d imagine, the travel and live entertainment industries are getting crushed since people are trying to stay away from each other. Las Vegas is a vacation and entertainment town and there’s a lot happening…and not happening.

Vegas News February 16 2020 | Jimbo Out, Bet MGM Soon and another Look at Vegas Rumors
February 16, 2020 Marc

Vegas News | Jimbo Out, Bet MGM Soon and another Look at Vegas Rumors

This week in Las Vegas was dominated by one story. No, it wasn’t MGM Resorts announcing new sustainable sourcing goals for eggs and chickens. Just prior to reporting earnings, MGM Resorts sent out a press release that Jim Murren, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, informed the Company’s Board of Directors that he will step down from his positions before his contract expires.

Vegas News February 2 2020 | Quick Hitting All Over Las Vegas
February 2, 2020 Marc

Vegas News | Quick Hitting All Over Las Vegas

There’s always something new to enjoy in Las Vegas. There’s so much to do that even old things can be new in Las Vegas. On Friday I made my first trip close to the top of The Strat. GASP!

Vegas News January 26 2020 | Football, Circa Restaurants, Renovations At The D and More
January 26, 2020 Marc

Vegas News | Football, Circa Restaurants, Renovations At The D and More

What a week in Las Vegas! You may remember that my week started with an amazing flight to Vegas from Los Angeles on JSX. As you may have read, the experience was fantastic and stress-free, unlike most flights I’ve taken. That experience seemed to set the tone for what would hectic week in Las Vegas. Let’s just get to it.