The Final Vegas News Is Going Out With A Bang!

An era is coming to an end. After more than 10 years and various iterations, this will be the last edition of Vegas News at TravelZork. This will be the last time you’ll see two weeks of the biggest happenings in Las Vegas in one place. This was created as a quick catch-up for busy people, […]
Massive Station Casinos Updates at Durango, Green Valley Ranch, and More

A few weeks ago, we looked at Boyd Gaming’s Las Vegas casino upgrades. Even though TravelZork tends to focus on the Strip, I wanted to look at the other local casino operator since the area is on my mind. Station Casinos has been leading the way with off-strip upgrades since Durango Casino opened in 2023. […]
Vegas News | Oh No Oyo, Icahn Fail, 3:2 Poolside Blackjack and Much More

This was a wild week in Las Vegas, from a free play promotion that went exactly how we all expected to a hotel catfishing customers. At least I got to have some tasty eggslut without waiting in a huge line! Since we publish Vegas News every two weeks, there’s some older info to share. This […]
What Would Make You Walk Away From a Rewards Program?

I went to Starbucks for the first time in months over the weekend. It’s not my favorite coffee, but I used to go regularly because it’s down the street, in most casinos, and there were plenty of offers while rewards were easy to earn. When the company changed its rewards program earlier this year, it […]
Vegas News | Summer Fireworks, Casino Earnings Roundup And A Baaaaaaaaaad Angel!

There will be fireworks every Saturday from June 6 through July 25. Most will be on the Strip with one night in downtown Las Vegas. There will also be July 4 fireworks at nine Strip casinos. Expect to hear more off-strip fireworks for Independence Day. Get the details here. Las Vegas has a new commercial […]
Vegas News | Poolside gambling is open, Caesars is taking over the Westgate sportsbook and Sphere is using facial recognition

Caesars is planning on taking over the sportsbook operations of the Westgate SuperBook before football season. I’m sure I have a lot of thoughts about this, but it’s too soon. Read more here. The awful MGM buffet is finally closing on May 31. No word on what’s replacing it yet. Read more here. I would […]
Vegas News | Fertitta Negotiating To Buy Caesars, Nobody Stays In Comp Rooms, and Did Circus Circus Really Install Kitty Claw Machines?

Let’s kick this off with what could be huge Vegas News. Tilman Fertitta is the last man standing to buy Caesars. A deal isn’t done, and it will take time to close, given regulatory approvals across all jurisdictions where the company operates casinos. Get the scoop here. Fun fact: the last time Fertitta tried to […]
Vegas News: Metallica Finally Confirmed For Sphere, Food + Booze Events Galore, Who’s Buying Caesars?

This is going to be a rapid-fire Quick Hits edition of Vegas News due to this stupid recurring virus that I can’t seem to get rid of. All that means is that I’ll be brief, so you might have to click through and read the full articles to get all the info. I just came […]
Vegas News | Adios Cromwell and Blue Ribbon, Hello Vanderpump and Metallica!

We’re back on track for Vegas News in 2026! Casinos will begin reporting fourth-quarter and full-year earnings in a couple of weeks. As usual, Boyd will be the first to report on Feb. 5. Why does this matter to you? Because this is usually when we hear big announcements and new developments. The financial info […]
Vegas News | Carbone 2 Is Open, Durango Is Expanding Again, And Lots Of Show News!

Carbone Riviera at Bellagio is now open. As you’d imagine, the restaurant looks beautiful. Read more here. It will cost you a minimum of $175 per person if you want to sit on the dock of the Bellagio fountains at Carbone 2. See the tweet here. Here’s a quick look at the restaurant and food. […]