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MGM Grand Might Be The Best Las Vegas Bachelor Party Casino Resort

A Las Vegas bachelor party is like no other, simply because Las Vegas is a great place for a bachelor party. Everything you could want to send a groom into marriage is available here. Inside the city, there are some casino-hotels that offer most bachelor party activities such as lodging, fine dining, entertainment, clubs, spa […]

Overview Vegas Strip | Las Vegas Resort Fees + Las Vegas Parking Fees

Booking a hotel room in Las Vegas isn’t as simple as it used to be. Actually, just visiting the Vegas Strip isn’t as simple as it used to be either. The addition of resorts fees to advertised hotel room prices in Las Vegas over the years mean that your hotel room price isn’t what you’re being told it will be. But wait, there’s more! There is another fee if you plan on using a car in Las Vegas. Many casino operators on the Vegas Strip are now charging an hourly and daily parking fee for self-parking and valet. These parking fees are applicable to anyone with a car visiting or staying at the property.

These Are The Basics Of Betting On Football

The busiest season of the year in the sports book is upon us. Football makes up more than half the money wagered on sports every year in Nevada. Since more people wager on football than any other sports it’s usually the easiest game to figure out how to bet.

Vegas News | Cosmopolitan Gives, Circa Progresses and Downtown Grand Upgrades

I love this first bit of news in Las Vegas so much that I’m skipping the intro. If you’re not aware, I’ve had a crush on the Cosmopolitan for years. You’ll see in my vacation roundup when it’s posted. Here’s another reason to love the home to my favorite bar on the Vegas Strip. The […]

Vegas News | Caesars, MGM, Wynn, and a Lot More

Sometimes there’s big news in Las Vegas. Then again, sometimes there’s little news in Las Vegas There’s a lot of interesting Vegas News…………….

Vegas News | Take Cover! – Vegas Earthquake

My week of vacation on the Vegas Strip was a great time and personally enlightening. I’ll just touch on a couple of newsy items today and will dive deeper with some kind of trip report. Coincidentally, there wasn’t much news while I was taking a break. (Well, except for a Vegas Earthquake!) This will be […]

Vegas News | As Caesars Turns Blockbuster and More

What a week! Eldorado finally purchased Caesars Entertainment and SLS Las Vegas will once again become the Sahara. There are a lot of moving parts with the Caesars deal but I’ll try to keep it to Las Vegas and loyalty.

Vegas News | Caesars Drama, New Vue at The D, Maybe a New SLS and More

Vegas News never takes a break. This year, my vacation takes place from Sunday afternoon until Saturday afternoon. You’ll never miss a beat! That’s enough about me. Let’s dive into this week’s news with everyone’s favorite Las Vegas soap opera…

Vegas News | Vegas Looking Back and Forward

Resorts World is here to save the day! (“Vegas Looking Back”) We don’t have more news but my twitter had info that people enjoyed + all the Vegas News…..

Vegas News | Caesars Almost Sold, SLS to Sahara and More

As Caesars Turns: Get Ready For Eldorado Palace! No introduction this week. We’re going right into the strange week in “As Caesars Turns.” On Thursday night the New York Post reported that “Icahn, Caesars reject too-low takeover offer from Eldorado Resorts.” While the article mentions that the deal is still being negotiated and close to […]

Vegas News | Virgin Rooms, Circa Sports, and MGM is New Vegas

We’re going to flip this week’s Vegas News around. The big insidery news from MGM Resorts will be at the end of the post. (Hint: New Vegas)

Atlantic City June 2019 | Tribute bands take center stage at Golden Nugget, Tropicana

Atlantic City June 2019 – Tribute bands take center stage at Golden Nugget, Tropicana + Atlantic City Casino offers and deals + all the Atlantic City Scoop…..

Vegas News | Las Vegas Long Weekend Edition

Las Vegas Long Weekend — We’re in the middle of a long Memorial Day Weekend so I’m just going to hop right to the Vegas News.

Enjoying Legal Marijuana in Las Vegas

I assumed using marijuana was just smoking a joint or blunt or eating a pot brownie. There are actually many ways of enjoying marijuana in Las Vegas that I didn’t know about.

Vegas News | MGM 2020, Majestic, and A Million Dollar Football Contest

Lots of Vegas News — including: MGM 2020, Majestic, A Million Dollar Football Contest, Quick Hits, Rumors and all the Vegas Scoop!

Vegas News | MGM Getting Dynamic, Ruffin Might Buy Caesars and A Lot More

This is been a whirlwind Vegas News week. There was at least one different casino operator reporting quarterly earnings every day + MGM Getting Dynamic, Ruffin Might Buy Caesars and A Lot More…..

Atlantic City May 2019 | Get your fill at Burger Bash May 18

Atlantic City May 2019 | Get your fill at Burger Bash May 18 + Atlantic City Casino offers and deals + all the Atlantic City Scoop…..

Looking All Around Las Vegas For The Finest Vegas News

The Finest Vegas News | Sometimes we have an action-packed week of news. I like slower news weeks. The lack of “must cover” news allows me to look at some of the Las Vegas news and rumors that you may not have seen all week long.

Vegas News | Cosmopolitan On The Market, Caesars May Be and A Drew Delayed

When I was thinking of a fun way to summarize the Vegas News this week a lyric from the band Thursday came to mind. “It starts and stops and starts and stops again” is basically how the casino industry has been operating for the past few weeks…actually years. Have a look.

Tips For Visiting The “Welcome To Fabulous Las Vegas” Sign

One of the most popular sights in Las Vegas is the “Welcome To Fabulous Las Vegas” sign. Unlike the magnificent fountain show at Bellagio and other famous things to see in Las Vegas, it’s not located right in the middle of the action. The iconic Las Vegas Sign is technically located on the world famous Las Vegas Strip, but it’s isolated and away from everything else you’ll see in Las Vegas.

Vegas News | Drama, Data and Fighting

We’re going to start off the Vegas News this week with a little baseball. I want to share the picture of the new Las Vegas Aviators mascots because…well, you need to see this.

Vegas News | Progress at Virgin, Palms, Resorts World and more

This week was another look into the future of Las Vegas. Two off-strip casinos that I used to love visiting as a tourist but not as much as a local are turning over a new leaf.

Atlantic City April 2019 | Broadway comes to the Boardwalk

Atlantic City April 2019 | Broadway comes to the Boardwalk + Atlantic City Casino offers and deals + all the Atlantic City Scoop…..

Vegas News | New Vegas, Next Vegas and Lots More Vegas

Las Vegas is always changing and it’s sometimes strange to be in the middle of those advancements. I’m currently experiencing that for the second time with the Palms.

Vegas Dreams | Failed Las Vegas Projects

There were so many renovation and expansions of existing casinos that never got off the ground. It’s fun to take a stroll around the Las Vegas that never was.

Vegas News | Madness, Fees, More Caesars Rumors and Maybe a New Vegas Casino

Vegas News | Madness, Fees, More Caesars Rumors and Maybe a New Vegas Casino and all the Vegas Scoop + Quick Hits, those Vegas nuggets if you can’t get enough Vegas News.

Vegas News | As Caesars Turns, More Station Casinos and an Entertainment Survey

With Saint Patrick’s Day, the first weekend of March Madness and Spring Break upon us we are beginning my favorite stretch of the year… Vegas News | As Caesars Turns, More Station Casinos and an Entertainment Survey

Vegas News | MGM Automation, NashVegas and Soho House May Buy Rio

MGM 2020 Brings Automation, Rio Sales Rumors Never Die, and NashVegas Closer To Reality + all the Vegas News, Quick Hits and scoop.

Vegas News | Come For The Casino Drama, Leave With The News

Sometimes corporate drama can be fun. Then there are times when there’s so much casino drama that it overshadows what’s actually happening on the ground. With that in mind, I’m going to start with some corporate drama because it’s interesting and move on to things that might actually impact how you spend time in Las […]

Atlantic City March 2019 | Restaurant Week offers 80+ choices for $15.19 lunches, $35.19 dinners

Atlantic City March 2019 | Casinos offer deals, Restaurant Week offers 80+ choices for $15.19 lunches, $35.19 dinners + all the Atlantic City Scoop…..

Vegas News | Caesars Drama Continues and More

This is a different kind of earnings season for the casino corporations. It’s both boring and intriguing. (Hint: Caesars Drama) + All the Vegas News scoop!

This Local Loves Dining at the Venetian Vegas

Dining Venetian Vegas | The casinos on the Vegas Strip with my favorite restaurants are Aria and the Cosmopolitan. However, I head north on the Vegas Strip when I’m not exactly sure what to eat.

Vegas News | Binion’s Expands, Golden Nugget Might Be On The Market and more

It almost seems as if Las Vegas is reinventing itself seemingly more than ever. Since then the economy has improved and prices have been slowly creeping back to normal. Las Vegas is back on the upswing.

Vegas News | Caesars, SLS, Strat, Wynn and More

There’s so much to get to this week that there’s no time for an intro to the Vegas News. Let’s get into it.

Atlantic City February 2019 | Food and Wine Events Take Center Stage This Month

Atlantic City February 2019 | Casinos offer deals, Food and Wine Events Take Center Stage This Month + all the Atlantic City Scoop…..

Vegas News | It is KAOS and Pigs Are Everywhere + Almost Super Bowl

This is the last Vegas News before the Super Bowl so let’s start with a MASSIVE list of Big Game parties. This almost Super Bowl information should be useful for anyone visiting Las Vegas for the Super Bowl

Vegas News | MGM Grand Blowout, Super Bowl Parties and more

News often happens for a reason. Sure there’s news in Las Vegas all year long but there are a few times a year we hear official announcements from large casino companies. MGM Grand Blowout, Super Bowl Parties and all the Vegas scoop!

Can Ocean Resort Casino Atlantic City be Fixed?

Readers of this column know TheInveterateGambler has been bouncing around the casinos of Atlantic City for decades. It was with this in mind that recent news of another “ownership” change to the Revel/Ocean Resort Property spurred a fantasy of what he would do to “tweak” the Ocean Resort Casino Atlantic City.

Vegas News | 18 Fremont Becomes Circa, Airbnb Growing, Downtown Grand Expanding

18 Fremont Becomes Circa – You may have heard that the official name of 18 Fremont is Circa. The new casino being built on the land once occupied by Las Vegas Club, Mermaids, and the unforgettable Glitter Gulch is scheduled to open in December 2020. Lots of Vegas News, Downtown Grand Expanding and all the Vegas scoop!

Vegas News | MGM PGP 2.0, Bye Britney, Caesars + NFL and More

Happy New Year! I hope the holiday season treated you well. Even though the temperatures dipped below freezing for the first time in a long time, Las Vegas is off to a blazing new year. Lots of Vegas News, Caesars + NFL and all the Vegas scoop!

Atlantic City January 2019 | Life’s a beach at Tropicana, Golden Nugget declares ‘war’ — Wing War, that is

Atlantic City January 2019 | Casinos offer deals, Life’s a beach at Tropicana, Golden Nugget declares ‘war’ — Wing War + all the Atlantic City Scoop, including: “insider” tips…….

Vegas News | CES Room Rates are Bananas and Lady Gaga Flies into Park MGM

The holidays always make life interesting. Whether the time is spent celebrating with friends and family or working there’s always something out of the norm. I’ll share some of the interesting information I found shortly. Let’s get to the Vegas news.

Vegas News | Park MGM Grand Opening, Hard Rock Closing, Caesars Rewards Coming Soon

Happy Holidays and Merry Christmas! I’m happy to report that the weather in Las Vegas has been so beautiful that I haven’t turned the heat on…yet. It’s a Christmas miracle! Caesars Rewards Coming Soon + all the Vegas scoop!

Vegas News | The Cosmopolitan Upgrades and Flamingo Adds Bunk Beds

The news is often lost in a headline or a tweet. This week we saw an example of that with the Cosmopolitan.

Vegas News | Resorts World and The Drew Pushed Back, 18 Fremont Getting A Name

This Vegas News post is always a week in the making. We gather information every day until the news is submitted for posting. In fact, as I was about to edit this I received a new bit of information that I’ll share

Vegas News | More Promos, More Gaming Revenue, No Problem

Let’s start of the Vegas news this week with a question. Vegas News | More Promos, More Gaming Revenue, No Problem + all the Vegas Scoop!

Atlantic City December 2018 | Holiday celebrations start early, continue through month

Atlantic City December 2018 | Casinos offer deals, discounts to veterans + all the Atlantic City Scoop, including: “insider” tips…….

Vegas News | No Resort Fees, Excess, Vegas Rumor About Rumors

We’re back and better than ever! I’ll drop some things I noticed while out on the Vegas Strip where appropriate + a Vegas Rumor About Rumors

Vegas News | Short, Sweet, Chock Full of Info

We haven’t missed a Vegas News post since TravelZork first launched the weekly Vegas News feature. To keep the streak going, this will be a shorter version than usual due to some kind of parasite that seems to be fighting to get out of my body.

Vegas News | Paradise Park Out, Golf Back at Wynn, and More Vegas

Casino operator earnings season is quite fun when business is good. It’s at least interesting when the businesses are in flux. RIP Wynn Paradise Park, Wynn West Lives…Sorta, Caesars Expands Property-Wide Progressive Table Games + More Vegas and all the Vegas Scoop!

Vegas News | Caesars and MGM Dive Into New Vegas

This is going to be a different look at the news from Las Vegas. We’re going to focus mainly on earnings from MGM Resorts and Caesars Entertainment before diving into a few quick hits. The earnings reports didn’t have much top-line news but they both touched on leisure travelers similarly, and that was interesting. (And, also a look at New Vegas….)

Atlantic City November 2018 | Casinos offer deals, discounts to veterans

Casinos offer deals, discounts to veterans + all the Atlantic City Scoop, including: “insider” tips…….

Vegas News | More Caesars Rumors and More Paid Parking

This week Caesars Entertainment hired Goldman Sachs to help them deal with activist investors. In the same article, the NY Post says that MGM Resorts International might be interested in buying Caesars Entertainment “if it can do so in a friendly deal.” + all the Las Vegas scoop!

Vegas News | Caesars Merger Rumors, Britney’s Back and Learning about Red Plate

This week there was some news about a potential shakeup with the national casino operator from a typically reliable resource + all the Las Vegas scoop!

Vegas New | New Craps at The Linq, Tent at The Strat and Renovations at SLS

Much of the news in Las Vegas for this week comes from the Global Gaming Expo (G2E). The casino business doesn’t entirely stop but it comes close.

Vegas News | Fremont Expanding, Park MGM Singing and Vegas LOL-ing

Boyd Gaming has been doing great business in Las Vegas over the past couple of years. The locals casinos and downtown casinos have been attracting locals and tourists alike. Their earnings call and report for the second quarter was further proof of that.

Atlantic City October 2018 | Halloween takes center stage in Atlantic City

Atlantic City October 2018 | Halloween takes center stage in Atlantic City + all the Atlantic City Scoop, including: “insider” tips…….

Las Vegas | A Guide to the LAS Airport Lounges

OK, I’m at the Airport. Now What? I was leaving from Terminal 1, D Concourse, so it turns out there are 3 different LAS Airport Lounges worth considering. Centurion Lounge at LAS, The Club at LAS and United Club at LAS. A little more digging turned up some interesting details.

Vegas News | Taco Bell, Best Casinos and Deals at Caesars

The best of Las Vegas is different for everyone. My best of Las Vegas can be different depending on the time of day. Some casino experiences are best when the sun is out while others are more fun at night.

Vegas News | Waldorf Vegas Goes Boom, NoMad Las Vegas Available, Lucky Dragon No More

More than a few people I know are noticing the increased number of promotions for Caesars that we mentioned last week. I saw comps almost across the board in my Total Rewards app and decided to book a night at Planet Hollywood. I had to shoot some video of the new Block 16 Food Hall at the Cosmopolitan so I figured I’d get a room and work in my room instead of driving back home. Lazy? Sure. Fun? You bet!

Vegas News | Much Ado About Caesars News

Caesars news dominates in and around Las Vegas this week. Last week they released an investors presentation and this week they held a meeting with investors at the 2018 Gaming & Lodging Conference.

Vegas News | Lego Las Vegas, Virgin, Sports Betting and More

The biggest news involving Las Vegas this week comes from another country (at least that’s what wikipedia says). The brand new LEGO Architecture Las Vegas is available to purchase on Amazon. 

Vegas News | Boyd B Connected, Parking, and Panda Express Hotel

The big news in Las Vegas actually affects casino guests all around the country. Boyd Gaming updated their B Connected players club.

Atlantic City September 2018 | Miss America and Miss’d America, Arts and Craft Beers

Miss America and Miss’d America, Arts and Craft Beers + all the Atlantic City Scoop, including: “insider” tips about what’s happening in Atlantic City’s casinos during September 2018.

Vegas News | Vegas Football Season, Renovations, New Casinos, and More!

Let’s get to the Vegas News right away since my intro bleeds into the first story. Palace-Station Renovations And Sportsbook This is the most fun time of the year to be a sports bettor in Las Vegas. Football season is the busiest time of the year in the sportsbooks. Sportsbooks will be packed, and the […]

Vegas News | Vegas Dining Prices and New Identity at Cosmopolitan

There’s so much talk about fees being out of control in Las Vegas but only one financial issue. There are plenty of price increases happening in Las Vegas beyond the fees.

Vegas News | Mostly Casino Biz + Target On The Vegas Strip

Vegas News | We just finished a rather insane news week in Las Vegas. The quarterly earnings calls always offer insight into how casino corporations operate.

Atlantic City August 2018 | Look, up in the sky! It’s the Atlantic City Airshow!

Look, up in the sky! It’s the Atlantic City Airshow! + all the Atlantic City Scoop, including: Miss America and “insider” tips about what’s happening in Atlantic City’s casinos during August 2018.

Vegas News | Exploring, Building and Loose Slots

One of the many benefits of living in Las Vegas is the ability to explore the different casinos whenever the mood strikes. Visiting and exploring casinos isn’t the same thing.

Vegas News | Where It Can Be Sunny, Cloudy and Rainy At The Same Time

Vegas in the summer is fun. On Friday it was simultaneously cloudy, sunny and raining above Red Rock Casino. Having said that, once you walk into the casino that’s all forgotten. Guess where I am today! Let’s get to the Vegas News.

Vegas News | Robots, Sports Books and Name Changes

The past two weeks have given me the best of both worlds in Las Vegas. You may remember that I took most of the first week of July off to enjoy life as a tourist on the Vegas Strip. Las Vegas is an amazing place to visit and it’s a great place to live! Time for the news in Las Vegas!

[Low Roller Friendly] Hooters Casino Vegas Comp Room – Generous But…..

Hooters Casino Vegas – Generous Offer | I signed up for a new slot card at Hooters Casino Vegas during a coupon run in Las Vegas in January. I didn’t think anything more about it until I received an email offer from them for 3 any day comped room nights, $40 in free play, $20 in food and beverage credit and a $10 match play.

Vegas News | Hold On To Your Hat, Vegas Is About To Get Extreme!

There’s not much better than a week in Las Vegas without work. My summer Vegas vacation was really without a major flaw. Even gambling on the Vegas Strip wasn’t as awful as it’s been in the past. I’ll share some observations about Las Vegas over the next few weeks but today is for the Vegas News.

Vegas News | 4th of July in Las Vegas Holiday Edition

By the time you read this, I’ll be enjoying my summer vacation on the Vegas Strip. I’ll be staying in a casino and will be as immersed in Vegas for a week. It’s always fun to be a tourist in Las Vegas instead of someone on a mission to do X, Y, Z before going home.

[Initial Details + Pics Studio Suite] World of Hyatt at Ocean Resort Casino Atlantic City

While a complete overview of the Ocean Resort Casino loyalty program called Ocean PREMIERE will be forthcoming, we know there is a lot of curiosity and interest about Ocean Resort’s relationship with Hyatt and the World of Hyatt loyalty program.

[EXCITING! Soft Opening] Ocean Resort Casino Atlantic City

Ocean Resort Casino, formerly Revel, is currently in a soft opening. The official Opening will be June 28th, 2018 with an official ribbon cutting and Gala for certain invited guests. Having the opportunity to return to one of my favorite properties, I did not wait for the 28th.

Vegas News | Park MGM Updates And Maybe A Delayed Virgin (Hotel)

Restaurant Week in Las Vegas is fantastic so I want to start with a reminder that it continues through at least June 29. Comp Drinks At Park MGM, Sounds Like There Might Be A Virgin Delay, Comp Drinks At Park MGM and much more Vegas scoop!

Vegas News | Coming Soon: Las Vegas Fireworks!

Excuse me if it seems as if this was a slow news week in Las Vegas. The city might have been celebrating the inaugural season for the Vegas Golden Knights.

Vegas News | Wynn Parking, MGM Sniffing and Golden Knights Losing

Vegas News | Wynn Parking, MGM Sniffing and Golden Knights Losing — All good things eventually come to an end. The Vegas Golden Knights had a miraculous season but lost to the Washington Capitals in the Stanley Cup Final. There will be movies and/books to detail how inconceivable this season was. In the meantime…

Vegas News | A Little From Vegas, Outside Of Vegas And ZorkFest

Whew! ZorkFest, 360 Vegas Vacation, and Memorial Day Weekend are gone and life is almost back to normal! The combination of learning, partying, and a day off for a holiday weekend was something else. This weekend was more than just a hang or conference. There’s really a great supportive community that loves casinos in Las Vegas and beyond.

Vegas News | ZorkFest Quick Hits Edition

Vegas News this week will be shorter than usual thanks to the influx of people in Las Vegas for ZorkFest! Here is your Quick Hits of Vegas News to catch you up on what’s happening in this great city.

How to Get That 2nd Date with Vegas

ANYWHO… I suspect some of you may be going to Vegas for the first time and/or need a reminder on some things to do and not do if you want Vegas to like you on your next visit…because unless you’re a soulless prude, there WILL be a return…

Treasure Island | A Vegas Story for the Ages

Our destination…the place we could fit the most for the least. That place was the all new Treasure Island at the Mirage. (AKA The OG Encore). And for a splendid night of debauchery, myself and 21 of my peers piled into a room for the night. Buffets and my first slot experience later, Las Vegas became ingrained in me just as it had with my family before me.

Vegas News | Signs, Sphere’s, Sports Betting And More

We’re going to go behind the scenes a little this week. Following Las Vegas closely can be exciting. We hear about news before it’s news and everyone else knows what’s happening. However, there’s a downside being first to know everything.

Vegas News | MGM Resorts News and Three Renovations

We’re a week removed from the Kentucky Derby and Cinco De Mayo weekend in Las Vegas. I didn’t think I’d feel this way but Derby Day felt incomplete without a big fight. I haven’t been a boxing fan for a few years but the excitement a big fight brings to Las Vegas is unmatched. Boxing also brings in the biggest customers according to MGM Resorts.

Vegas News | Plans, Rumors and a Sock Store

You may have noticed that we made an emergency news post during the week. We didn’t think that the news about 18 Fremont and Wynn Paradise Park plans should wait until Sunday. Having said that this news post will be a little shorter than some others.

DEAL GONE | Las Vegas Venetian Piazza Suite Deal $217/night INCLUDES tax+resort fee

Daily Getaways has a deal for three nights in a Venetian Piazza Suite. I am not a huge fan of paying for rooms in Vegas, but for those that do not have miles+points opportunities or comp (complimentary) casino marketing room offers, this might be a decent option.

Emergency Vegas News Post | 18 Fremont & Wynn Plans Revealed

This week Wynn Resorts and Derek Stevens revealed plans about upcoming projects that need to be shared before Sunday. We’ll have more thoughts on each of these by Sunday but thought we should share the news before it’s news.

Vegas News | Wynn & MGM Have Delays While El Cortez Has CSM’s

All the Vegas scoop! Wynn & MGM Have Delays While El Cortez Has CSM’s – Peppermill Sign Going To The Neon Museum – Wynn Resorts Earnings – $20 Concert and Show Tickets – El Cortez Brings In Continuous Shuffle Machines – Podcasters After Dark

Vegas News | Things Happened And I Played Virtual Reality

Variety is the spice of life. I’m easily bored and don’t like discussing the same topics every week. I was looking forward to a week of news that didn’t include rumors about MGM Resorts and Wynn Resorts. However, I saw some information that I haven’t seen anywhere. Not even the twitters have been rumoring this!

Vegas News | More Wynn News, New Harrah’s And Lots Of Quick Hits

What’s Up With Wynn Part II – Harrah’s Northern California – Silverton Village Breaks Ground – Gwen Stefani residency at Planet Hollywood + all the Las Vegas Scoop

Casino Review | Good Blackjack And Cheap (or comp) Macallan At Treasure Island Las Vegas

Generally, I visit Treasure Island to play blackjack. They promote the casino as having great 3:2 blackjack and they deliver. If you’re looking for good gambling and affordable food and drink the casino is definitely a place that should be on your radar.

Vegas News | Wynn, MGM, And Fried Chicken

No intro today…just straight to the news! What’s Up With Wynn? – MGM Making Moves Outside Of Las Vegas – Rumor of the week: Chick Fil A coming to Vegas Strip + all the Las Vegas Scoop

Treasure Island Hotel Review – Las Vegas

The hotel room at Treasure Island Las Vegas is exactly what I expected. The room was nice, clean and well put together. The furnishings and amenities won’t wow anyone but they’re appropriate for the price point and won’t disappoint.

Overview Non-Vegas Strip | Las Vegas Resort Fees + Las Vegas Parking Fees

Let’s take a look at resort and parking fees for hotels away from the Vegas Strip. Since there are so many hotel-casinos around Las Vegas I’ll break them into sections for easier reading.

Vegas News | Let’s Welcome Virgin Hotels To Las Vegas

Vegas News | Let’s Welcome Virgin Hotels to Las Vegas – We’ve officially entered my favorite time of the year to be in Las Vegas. It’s so perfect outside during the day that a major business conglomerate held a press conference outside on Friday. Let’s actually start the news here because there’s a lot to discuss.

Vegas Firsts – Day Two [Cher + Jackpots + Birthday Cake!]

DAY 2 [Cher + Jackpots + Birthday Cake!] – I’ve lost count of how many times I have gone to Las Vegas. It has to be more than 100 times. And yet, this last trip still had many firsts for me. It’s what makes the city great. Always renewing itself…just for me.

Vegas News | So Long Sam

Vegas News | So Long Sam – SLS Las Vegas Sale Approved, eSports Arena Opens At Luxor, Big Changes Ahead For The Stratosphere Players Club + all the Vegas scoop from TravelZork

Vegas Deals | Las Vegas Advisor Member Rewards Coupon Book

Tremendous Value in a Little Book – The Las Vegas Advisor Member Rewards Coupon Book is a small little book that you tear the coupons from, at the point that you redeem them. There is an alphabetical listing of all the casinos which have coupons in the front of the book and there is an index in the back, which breaks the coupons down into categories: Gambling, Dining, Attractions…..

Vegas News | March And Madness!

I try to keep my love of sports to a minimum for Vegas News. I know that not everyone who loves Las Vegas has the same passion for sitting in a sportsbook that I have. However, we need to begin with a little sports talk.

Vegas Fees Gone Wild | MEGARESORT™©® NEEDS MORE MONEY!

Vegas Fees Gone Wild | It seems that we are living in an age of travel “fees gone wild.” Is ancillary revenue becoming the cornerstone of financial success for hotel operations in Las Vegas?

Vegas News | Wynn Loses Bananas, Caesars News, Resort Fees and More

Another Vegas Resort Fee Increase – Another Emergency Call From Wynn and all the Vegas scoop brought to you every week!

Vegas Firsts – Day One

I’ve lost count of how many times I have gone to Las Vegas. It has to be more than 100 times. And yet, this last trip still had many firsts for me. It’s what makes the city great. Always renewing itself…just for me.

Vegas News | More Vegas Fee Increases And Palms Renovation Plans Expand

When I first started visiting Las Vegas I couldn’t afford much beyond a hotel room and low limits gambling. I was 21’ish and didn’t have much money to my name…. Being nickeled and dimed by Las Vegas hotels every few months is obnoxious.

Vegas News | MGM Resorts Earnings, Park MGM Update And New Rooms For El Cortez

I think the cold temperatures slowed down the newsmakers in Las Vegas this week. That’s the only way I can explain the lack of actual news. In fact, after MGM Resorts International reported earnings it seems as though everyone in Las Vegas went out for ramen to warm up from the freezing cold temperatures.

Vegas News | Bulls Roaming, Security Checks, The Drew And More

The big news is that the Big Blue Monstrosity on the north end of the Vegas Strip has an opening date. Let’s start there because I have even more information today than when the announcement was first made.

Vegas News | Full Steam Ahead

I’m always looking forward in life and in Las Vegas. Dealing with the current moment and what’s ahead makes life easier to handle than wallowing in the past.

Vegas News | Parking, Slot Machines and Horses Oh My!

Happy Super Bowl Sunday! We haven’t missed a Sunday news post since starting. I’ve taken time out from vacation to write news while sitting at a bar drinking coffee. The streak will continue albeit a bit more brief than usual. Unfortunately, it appears as though the sick bug has caught me. Let’s get to it because this past week in Las Vegas was sort of all over the place.

Vegas News | Las Vegas Travel Is Changing

Wow, what a week in Las Vegas. Sometimes it’s true, where there’s smoke there’s fire. I thought there would be a big announcement coming from Wynn Resorts and there most certainly was a big announcement.

Vegas News | Where There’s Smoke There’s Fire

Wynn Resorts announced that they will be reporting earnings on Monday morning. Hard Rock May Finally Be Sold. While the deal isn’t confirmed there’s too much smoke not to see a fire. + more news and scoop

Vegas News | Monte Carlo Sports Book Moving And Fortune Cup Should Be In More Casinos Soon

This is another big week for news in Las Vegas but I want to begin with something you can only do today in Las Vegas. First of all, you’re living life right if you’re on vacation and reading this to start your day.

In Memoriam – (Un)Lucky Dragon (2017-2018)

But part of the trip that was critical to me was to check out, now that it was finally open and seemed to be a gem in the rough, the Lucky Dragon. I talked up the visit to the joint the entire trip to my friend. Intimate casino, catered crowd, boutique hotel, food that might rival the best Asian in the country (wrong…Arcadia always wins), and best of all…free parking. He shrugged (trust me, not a casino geek) and said sure. And along we went.

Vegas News | Lucky Dragon Taking A Break and Much More

I’ve been my own boss since I was in my mid-20’s. The holidays throw a wrench in my regular schedule and that makes me a bit crazy. Thankfully, we’re back to normal this week!

Vegas News | Looking Back At 2017 And Ahead To 2018

Looking back I think it’s safe to say that 2017 was an interesting year Las Vegas. There was plenty of news and I’m happy to say that we’ve never missed a week sharing the good, the bad, and the ugly of what’s happening in Las Vegas.

Vegas News | Casino Consolidation And Lots Of Caesars News

Happy Christmas Eve! Believe it or not, Las Vegas can get chilly in the winter. Everyone will feel the chill in the air if you plan on being outside for a while. So, that’s the weather. Brr. Let’s move onto the news.

Vegas News | North Vegas Strip Growth Might Be A Bit Exaggerated

Quiet Las Vegas is a great Las Vegas. It’s still my favorite time to enjoy Las Vegas. Crazy trips to Las Vegas are fun too but the quiet time of the year allows fairly easy access to restaurants, clubs, or shows that might normally be busy or sold out. News from Las Vegas is sometimes quiet during the slow period too. Businesses sometimes take time away from announcements to focus their big news when more people are paying attention. That might be the case moving forward. However, the past week was chock full of news.

Las Vegas | Park MGM Is Coming Together Nicely

It’s been over a year since the announcement but you can finally start to see the vision MGM Resorts International has for the conversion of Monte Carlo to Park MGM. This is really just the beginning of the future.

Vegas News | Hold On To Your Hat, There’s A Lot Of News This Week!

Vegas News | Hold On To Your Hat, There’s A Lot Of News This Week! Vegas news has been fairly sparse in the past few weeks. Well, that changes right now…

Las Vegas | The Ultimate Wheelchair Accessible Destination

With the majority of physical disabilities occurring at older age, Las Vegas, its hotels and casinos have long been poised to tap into the disability travel marketplace. And tap into it they have!

Vegas News | Cowboys, Cowgirls, Marketers And Holidays In Las Vegas

It’s ZorkFest weekend and we’re all in Atlantic City! I’m skipping a Pai Gow session at Bally’s right now so I can gather any interesting news from Las Vegas that I can find. Writing about Las Vegas is fun but it’s, even more, fun when there’s a casino 30 seconds away.

Vegas News | A Las Vegas Holiday Quickie

This will be the shortest Vegas News post in about a year. Not much happened in the past week despite constant hunting high and low for anything that could pass as news. Earlier this year someone mentioned that they had FOMO. The Fear Of Missing Out is real and it turns out that I have that as well. I have to know everything happening in Las Vegas. I can’t miss out on anything!

Vegas News | The Las Vegas Holiday Season Begins

It’s the most wonderful time of the year. The Las Vegas Holiday Season is upon us. This week everyone will be eating turkey and in a couple of weeks we’ll all be breaking out our winter clothes and celebrating whatever holiday works for you.

Vegas News | There’s Always Something New

Vegas News | There’s Always Something New – All the Vegas News and scoop every week at TravelZork.

Las Vegas | Station Casinos Plan For Palms Much More Than Lipstick On A Pig

Plan For Palms Much More Than Lipstick On A Pig | Station Casinos purchase of Palms comes with a grand vision. The casino operator is also using the property to change how customers see Station Casinos.

Las Vegas Enhancement | United Testing New Food and Beverage Offerings At Select Lounges

United Lounge Enhancements in Las Vegas and other cities | Now United is making another move as it experiments with new food and beverage choices in select lounges around the U.S., which includes the TravelZork favorite of Las Vegas. The strategy is also being tested in Houston Intercontinental, Orlando and Boston.

Vegas News | Virgin Hotel-Casino, Pachinko, and More Hotel Renovations

Las Vegas is a city of big events. I look at our Sunday Vegas News column the same. This column exists to highlight big news! There’s plenty of news every week but this week is just missing that one big juicy nugget. Actually, maybe there’s one nugget but it won’t be BIG until it becomes […]

Vegas News | Caesars Raises Parking Prices, Wynn Building Paradise And Adele Hates Las Vegas

The news in Las Vegas never ends. This week Caesars waited until Friday night at 11pm to release news that locals could no longer self-park for free at most of their properties. That’s not entirely true, Total-Rewards members that are Platinum level or higher can valet or self-park for free. You can read about that at […]

Vegas News | Station Casinos Going Cardless And Lots Of Construction…Maybe

Vegas News | Station Casinos Going Cardless And Lots Of Construction…Maybe…… All the Vegas News and scoop every week at TravelZork.

Las Vegas Sports Books Are No Longer Just For Gamblers

Gambling was once the main revenue generator for Las Vegas casinos. Along with food and beverage, hotel rooms, and amenities, it’s just part of the revenue mix today.

Maximizing The Vegas Promo – Summer of Sin : Part 3

Last day of Summer still counts as Summer and that’s when I started writing this so let’s finish out this series and talk about promotions and comps.

Vegas News | Casinos, Sports, Dining And A Gila Monster!

Vegas News | Casinos, Sports, Dining and a Gila Monster! All the Vegas News and scoop every week at TravelZork.

Checkin’ Out Chica Las Vegas. Twice.

I was stoked when The Venetian announced that Chica by Lorena Garcia was opening earlier this year. The Latin restaurant is bringing a type of cuisine that isn’t found in most other Las Vegas casinos.

Vegas News | Looking Back And Moving Forward With New Casino Games

Vegas News | Looking Back And Moving Forward With New Casino Games. Entertainment News – Sports News – Foodie News | All the Vegas News and scoop every week at TravelZork.

Vegas News | Caesars Palace Ruined, New Arena Maybe, Hockey And More

Vegas News | Caesars Palace Ruined, New Arena Maybe, Hockey and More. Entertainment News – Sports News – Foodie News | All the Vegas News and scoop every week at TravelZork.

Wynn Las Vegas – Is There An Echo?

The plan was to have Wynn become the first resort in the world to use the Amazon Echo to handle tasks including lighting, room temperature, draperies, the television and the audio-visual components in their room. The press release said that the Echo would be installed in all rooms by summer 2017 calling it a “digital butler.”

Unintended Consequences | Casino Drink Monitoring

My feelings on the casino drink monitoring systems at the Cosmopolitan, Caesars Entertainment, and MGM Resorts International casino bars are mixed. I generally don’t mind the systems, especially at the Cosmopolitan, but I’m not entirely happy they have to exist.

Vegas News | Lots Of Quickies This Week

Vegas News | Lots of Quickies this week. Entertainment News – Sports News – Foodie News
All the Vegas News and scoop every week at TravelZork.

Las Vegas | Fortune Cup Lands At The Venetian

Fortune Cup by Konami Gaming in finally in casinos. You may be familiar with this horse racing game from its tour around the world in 2016. Last year, Konami took thus massive game to just about every gaming conference to gauge interest.

Vegas News | Fortune Cup Coming To Casinos And More Park MGM News

Vegas News | Fortune Cup Coming Casinos and more Park MGM News. All the Vegas News and scoop every week at TravelZork.

My Favorite Las Vegas Sports Books

In my eyes, there’s no such thing as a bad Las Vegas sports book. There are only degrees of how good a sports book is. You won’t find the same kind of environment where anyone can watch and legally wager on sports anywhere else in the United States.

Vegas News | Park MGM Reveals Itself, EDC Moves, Palms Closures And More

Vegas News | Park MGM Reveals Itself, EDC Moves, Palms Closures and more. All the Vegas News and scoop every week at TravelZork.

Hotel Review | Planet Hollywood Ultra Resort Room

PLANET HOLLYWOOD Las Vegas Resort was my home away from home before moving to Las Vegas. The first time I stayed at the casino was during the renovation from Aladdin to the casino we know today.

Vegas News | Rumors Do Come True, Fontainebleau Las Vegas Has Been Sold

Rumors Do Come True, Fontainebleau Las Vegas Has Been Sold. Be sure to visit TravelZork every week for the latest travel and Vegas News!

Las Vegas | First Look At The Golden Gate Casino Expansion

Just over a year ago, Derek Stevens owner of the Golden Gate Casino purchased a few properties on Fremont Street. Included in the purchase were the casinos formerly known as Mermaids and La Bayou. La Bayou was on the south side of Fremont Street and also closed. This casino is now a part of the Golden Gate casino. La Bayou casino and an alley in between the Golden Gate are now a part of a large expansion of the casino floor at the Golden Gate.

Vegas News | Las Vegas Goes Digital and Virtual

Las Vegas Goes Digital and Virtual + Introducing ZorkCast podcast. Be sure to visit TravelZork every week for the latest travel and Vegas News!

Sake Rok Vegas is The Most Unique Dining Experience on the Vegas Strip

Sake Rok at The Park has become one of my favorite restaurants in Las Vegas. Somehow a sushi restaurant with live entertainment and audience participation found its way to my heart and stomach.

Vegas News | Lots of Gambling News and The Hard Rock Might Be On The Market

Lots of Gambling News and The Hard Rock Might Be On The Market. Be sure to visit TravelZork every week for the latest travel and Vegas News!

eSports in Vegas

To be clear, eSports isn’t new to Las Vegas.There has been a lot of buzz around the eSports for the past couple of years. The buzz comes with good reason. Marketing firm NewZoo projects that eSports revenue will reach $696 million by the end of 2017.

Vegas News | More Casino Renovations, Name a Soccer Team and More

More Casino Renovations, Name a Soccer Team and More. Be sure to visit TravelZork every week for the latest travel and Vegas News!

New Las Vegas Hotel Rooms From Caesars Today and Tomorrow

For the past year, Caesars has been devoted to renovating their hotel rooms around the country. The reason for the upgrades is $imple. The new room products result in higher room rates. The interesting thing is that renovated Las Vegas hotel rooms are sort of a win-win for customers and the hotel operator.

Vegas News | Bally’s and Harrah’s Room Renovations, Mayweather Viewing and More

Bally’s and Harrah’s Room Renovations, Mayweather Viewing and More. Count on TravelZork every week for all the Vegas News!

Consider Airbnb For Your Marijuana Vegas Vacation

Many tourists enjoy marijuana but the laws seem to have been tailored for residents of Nevada. You might consider Airbnb for your marijuana vegas vacation.

Blackjack and Brews At The Linq Las Vegas

If I am at The Linq and someone wants to play low limits blackjack and won’t go to another casino, I’d steer them to the pit that offers better beer. At least I’m getting good suds and more alcohol with each drink than I would in the rest of the casino.

Vegas News | Park MGM, Boyd Gaming Crushing, Free Show By The Killers And More

Park MGM, Boyd Gaming Crushing, Free Show By The Killers + much much more. Count on TravelZork every week for all the Vegas News!

Giada Vegas | Great Food, Great Views and Great Service at The Cromwell

Giada Vegas has become one of the most popular Italian restaurants on the Vegas Strip. My recent dinner was by far the best GIADA Restaurant experience I’ve had.

Vegas News | Golden Gate Expanding, Park MGM Coming Together, And Vegas Gets Bananas

Golden Gate Expanding, Park MGM Coming Together, and Vegas Gets Bananas + much much more. Count on TravelZork every week for all the Vegas News!

Learning and Loving Pai Gow Poker in Vegas

When I first started visiting Las Vegas, my friends and I would almost exclusively play blackjack. Then I learned about Pai Gow Poker and everything changed! I’m not sure of exactly how we found out about Pai Gow Poker but it was at Mandalay Bay.

Vegas News | Cromwell Changes Confirmed, Cosmopolitan Rocking, Wynn Parking And More

Vegas News | The Cosmopolitan Is Rocking. It’s been impressive to watch the casino evolve without changing too much. Self-Parking Fees At Wynn Set To Begin August 7th and much much more.

Mlife at Borgata Sweepstakes

Each week of the Mlife at Borgata Sweepstakes, you can enter for a chance to win a 3-night stay at an MGM Resorts Destination, $200 dining credit and $500 AMEX gift card!

Vegas News | New Vegas Hotels, Convention Centers And Parking Fees

Las Vegas never takes a break. There is so much news this week that the quick hits will be overflowing. Downtown Grand Planning A New Hotel Tower. There’s A Crane At Resorts World…….

Vegas News | Lots Of Changes Coming To The Cromwell and more

Vegas News | Lots Of Changes Coming To The Cromwell and more…. The CROMWELL Hotel Las Vegas is one of my favorite casinos to gamble on the Vegas Strip. After a celebratory dinner at Giada, we ventured to the casino floor to play a little Pai Gow. Before sitting down for a 6 hour and 27-minute session my friend and I explored construction all around the casino.

Vegas News | Ride-hailing, Housesharing, Vegas Hockey and a Ton Of News

Vegas Hockey and a Ton of News | Las Vegas’ first major professional sports team, the Vegas Golden Knights (VGK for short), had a very busy week. Here are some quick-hitting highlights from the past week for the NHL expansion team……

Mlife Rewards Red, White & Blue Giveaway In Las Vegas From June 29-July 2

Mlife Red, White & Blue Giveaway | The Mlife Rewards Red, White & Blue Giveaway takes place from June 29 – July 2 at Las Vegas casinos only.

Vegas News | Stratosphere Sold, Station Casinos Evolving, Big Week Ahead For Vegas Golden Knights

This is a great weekend to visit Las Vegas if you enjoy being here when the city is full of people just looking for fun. The people watching is fantastic and the people in Las Vegas for the festival are typically just looking for fun. Let’s get to the Las Vegas news from the past week.

Legionnaires’ At Rio, Bollards On The Vegas Strip And A LOT More News in Las Vegas

There was so much news in Las Vegas last week that I really don’t know where to start. There weren’t any bombshells but there was a lot of interesting tidbits. I’ll try to keep the analysis somewhat brief so I can get to most of the news.

Vegas News | Ride-hailing, Comp Drink Crackdown Expands and Holiday Prices

It feels as if Las Vegas has been on a tear with news and rumors lately. I enjoyed finding time just sorting through the headlines. Well, June starts off on the other foot. There’s not much new or interesting to report. Expect this to be a quick look at what’s new in Las Vegas this week.

What Does The Meruelo Group Have Planned For SLS Las Vegas?

What is Planned for SLS Las Vegas? After just over three years of operations, SLS Las Vegas was sold last week. The casino resort that was built on the bones of the Sahara was sold by Stockbridge Real Estate to the Meruelo Group for an undisclosed amount.

Vegas News | SLS Las Vegas Sold, Bellagio Losing Fountains….Someday and More

This will be an abbreviated version of news this week for the holiday. Marc needs to party too! Let’s get to it. The big news this week is that SLS Las Vegas was sold by Stockbridge to the Meruelo Group. According to the Las Vegas Review-Journal, the deal should become official by the third quarter.

Vegas News | Caesars, Cosmopolitan, And Resorts World Making Moves

May has been a busy month for the corporate entity Caesars Entertainment. You can see all of the press releases here but I’ll try to share the interesting information in easily digestible bites. Let’s roll!

The Problem with (Vegas) People – Summer of Sin : Part 2

People Suck – The Problem with (Vegas) People. But people are also what make Vegas wonderful. To be successful in Vegas at ANY time of year, you need to learn to navigate people.

Vegas News | More Drink Monitoring, Wynn Expansion Shrinks And More

Drink monitoring systems may not affect you if you’re visiting a video poker bar in a casino specifically to play video poker. It’s a different story if you’re passively playing video poker expecting complimentary drinks. The systems aren’t ubiquitous…yet.

The Vegas Pool – Summer of Sin : Part 1

Folks, I’ll cut to the chase – while Summer doesn’t officially start until June 20 or 21, Vegas is already heating up literally and welcomes back my favorite time of year. People complain about the heat in Vegas (it’s a dry heat), the unbearable scorch hitting you from every direction, and the dehydration that can never be quenched. Whatever! Drink more and use the sunscreen!

Vegas News | Caesars Renovation, Raiders Plotting, Restaurants Opening

One of the best weekend’s of the year in Las Vegas will be coming to an end by the time you read this. The first Saturday in May brings gorgeous weather, the Kentucky Derby, a big fight, Cinco de Mayo parties, MLB games, NBA & NHL playoffs and more.

Vegas News | There’s A Whole Lotta Shakin’ Goin’ On

I usually go into the weekend with one or two pages of notes with the Las Vegas news. There are three pages of fun today. There’s a lot of information this week, so buckle up! I’ll try to keep everything short, sweet and easy to read.

Tasting The Newest Restaurant At The Venetian, Mercato della Pescheria – Vegas

I recently visited the newest restaurant in the Grand Canal Shoppes at The Venetian, Mercato della Pescheria. The restaurant is located in St. Mark’s square replacing upscale Italian restaurant Postrio. The layout of Mercato della Pescheria is similar to Postrio with an indoor and “outdoor” table configuration. The outdoor seats are inside the casino under the painted sky ceiling.

Vegas News | Las Vegas Sports World, Pac-Man Slots, Money And More

I thought that following up all of the news and rumors from last week is going to be difficult. There’s so much happening in Las Vegas that I actually had to break out a section because the article would have been impossible to read. I probably should have done that today, but I didn’t. There’s a lot happening in the Las Vegas sports world, so let’s start there.

Vegas All-Inclusive | TOTAL DEAL RIO Las Vegas A Good Deal?

All-Inclusive package deals like RIO ALL-SUITE TOTAL DEAL often leave one contemplating, is this actually a deal? Could this be “poor man’s” casino-RFB? The package includes your room, meals, drinks and access to VooDoo Rooftop Nightclub for two people.

Vegas News | So Many Vegas Rumors And So Much News!

This week will be a bit different format for Vegas News. The article begins linking to another story because you love parking and jumps right into rumors. There was so much news last week that I’m just giving a bunch of quick hits for you to read directly from the sources.

Las Vegas | Cosmopolitan Parking Fees Begin This Week

The Cosmopolitan will begin charging for valet parking on April 18. Self-Parking fees will begin on May 16. Both visitors and hotel guests will be required to pay for parking. Las Vegas locals will have to pay as well. Here are the specifics:

Vegas News | Visitor Data, Renovations, Gambling And More

The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) released their annual Las Vegas Visitor Profile last week. This is a snapshot of the average visitor to Las Vegas + Renovations, Gambling and more.

Vegas News | Caesars Begins Charging For Vegas Parking + Only In Vegas

Caesars begins charging for Vegas parking, Oakland Raiders receive approval to move to Las Vegas, Skill Based Gaming at Planet Hollywood + Only In Vegas.

Vegas News | Shakedowns, Renovations And Maybe A Vegas Trump Casino

The New York Post is reporting that hotel room rates during the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in 2018 will continue the trend of “insane room rates.” I wrote about the Trump Hotel potentially adding a Vegas Trump casino…. + much more

Vegas News | March Madness Begins And Lots Of Vegas Rumors

Vegas News | The first weekend of March Madness is more popular every year, Las Vegas breaks tourism records in 2016, and lots of Vegas rumors.

Overrated Vegas | How You Might Be Doing Vegas All Wrong

Overrated Vegas – But, as I learned in high school, popular doesn’t always mean good. So, as you plan your next trip to Mecca, think about these three things…

These Are The Basics Of Betting On Basketball in Las Vegas

Betting on Basketball: The Basics As a millennial-basketball fan in what could be described as the statistical glory days of that NBA, I love nothing more than wagering on basketball games. I began my fandom with the Boston Celtics. As a team with so much history and pride (and coincidentally winning the NBA title in […]

Vegas News | More NASCAR and Robots Invade The Vegas Strip

It’s NASCAR weekend in Las Vegas, so let’s start the news at the track. There are over 100,000 people expected to visit Las Vegas for the races this weekend…… Robots Invade The Vegas Strip ? I wrote about robotic bars 2 or 3 years ago and wondered when they would be in Las Vegas. It looks as though it’s time for robot booze slingers to hit the Vegas Strip.

Beginners Guide To Sports Betting in Las Vegas

Since the first weekend of March Madness is here we thought it would be a good time to share a Beginners Guide To Sports Betting in Las Vegas. No matter your level of sports betting experience this should provide useful information for you.

A Las Vegas sports book can be intimidating if you’re new to legal sports wagering. Even if you’re an experienced sports bettor at home, you may not be familiar with how the process works in a casino. It’s not quite the same.

Vegas News | Don’t Get Too Crazy About Hotel Room Prices, Hamilton Is Coming To Las Vegas

Average Daily Hotel Room Prices In Las Vegas Break Record. The average daily room rate is the average of all Las Vegas hotels from every day of the week and does not include resort fees, parking fees, or taxes. So, while a midweek room in downtown Las Vegas might have been $30, a hotel room during CES on the Vegas Strip might have cost $270. Together the prices of the hotel rooms averaged $150 each.

Vegas News | MGM Raising Vegas Resort Fees, Casino Construction And More

You may remember that Caesars Entertainment announced they’ll be increasing resort fees at their Las Vegas properties just last week. Well, it didn’t take long for MGM Resorts International to join them. Las Vegas Jaunt shared information that MGM Resorts International will raise their Vegas resort fees in March.

Vegas Changing | Before Our Very Eyes

The Cosmopolitan and Monte Carlo aren’t the only Las Vegas casino-resorts being renovated before our very eyes. For the past year, Wynn Las Vegas has somewhat quietly updated and upgraded their bars, restaurants, casino, retail outlets, nightclubs, and hotel rooms.

Vegas | Good News, Bad News And More News

It was a good news/bad news week for the many people who prefer Caesars and Total Rewards casinos in Las Vegas. The casino operator reported earnings last week and had some interesting information to share. After reporting earnings I found, even more, information from Caesars Entertainment. That information wasn’t “interesting” but it you should hear it anyway. Let’s start with the good news.

First Visit To Las Vegas | 5 Things You Must See

Here are a few must visit places in Las Vegas if you’ve never been here before. These are some of the most iconic attractions you’ll find in Las Vegas. You may visit some of these places on every visit and others you may only need to see once.

Vegas News | Casinos Shuffling The Deck

Casinos Shuffling The Deck. Changes at Lucky Dragon, Golden Gate, Monte Carlo and throughout the Vegas Strip. Plus, all the recent Vegas news.

Las Vegas | DuPar’s At Golden Gate Casino Abruptly Closes

DuPar’s Restaurant and Bakery at The Golden Gate Hotel and Casino abruptly closed for good last night. This small west coast bakery and restaurant chain has the best pancakes that I’ve ever eaten.

Vegas News | Happy Vegas Super Bowl Day!

Happy Vegas Super Bowl Sunday! If the new president really wants to make an impact on America, he’ll make Super Bowl Monday a holiday. Anyway, Las Vegas has been packed all weekend with football fans getting ready to watch and wager on The Big Game. The sports book this morning at Red Rock Casino was already buzzing.

Las Vegas Hotel Luxury | 2 Of The Top 10 Luxury Hotels In The United States

Luxury is defined as “the state of great comfort and extravagant living.” By definition, everything in Las Vegas could be considered luxurious. When I think of Las Vegas Hotel Luxury, I’m thinking the best of the best. Las Vegas does luxury the way few other cities in the world do. Great service and amenities are almost second nature and provided seemingly without effort.

Atlantic City February 2017 | Tropicana Continues To Be The Place To Be In February

Tropicana continues to be the place to be in February. Indoor Beach Bash continues through Feb. 28 with a free concert by Parrot Beach at 8 p.m. Feb. 4 in the Grand Exhibition Center.

The Cosmopolitan Of Las Vegas Changes Its Identity

We’ve seen a major casino transformation happening right before our eyes. Over the past year or so, the Cosmopolitan has undergone a major facelift. Changes to restaurants, hotel rooms, and the casino floor are continuing into the new year. One of the newest changes on the casino floor that you’ll see comes in the way of a new Identity players club desk.

Vegas News | From Luxury On The Vegas Strip To Fried Chicken In The Suburbs

Casino-resorts are what stir the drink for just about everything in Las Vegas. On the Vegas Strip and around town, these properties not only offer hotel rooms to sleep in but casinos for gambling, malls for shopping, bars for drinking, restaurants for eating and so forth. Everything else you can find in Las Vegas is just a bonus.

Get Free Vegas Parking At Caesars And MGM Hotels

There’s no topic in Las Vegas from the past year that’s drawn more ire than paid parking on the Vegas Strip. According to the most recent visitor profile, from the Las Vegas Convention and Visitor’s Authority, 57% of the people visiting Las Vegas arrive by car.

Vegas News | Raiders Are One Step Closer To Las Vegas, $19 Hot Dogs, Magic Mike and More

You know it’s a slow week in Las Vegas when the biggest news was discussing a business possibly filing paperwork. Early last week it was reported that the Oakland Raiders would file paperwork to potentially move to Las Vegas. By the end of the week, that report was confirmed by the NFL Network. The Raiders still have one step before everyone in Las Vegas can lose their mind.

Las Vegas | Save Time And Money by Using Uber or Lyft at LAS (Airport)

Not only is the Uber and Lyft pickup area in the shade but there’s rarely a wait to get a ride at LAS. Even though it’s convenient, finding the ridesharing area at McCarran Airport can be tricky if you’ve never been there before.

Vegas News | Big Rooster, New Restaurants, Las Vegas Business and More

It’s the Year of the Rooster! The Palazzo decked out their atrium to celebrate the Chinese New Year. This big guy is huge and quite a sight. I prefer the display from the previous Year of the Rooster display.

momofuku Las Vegas Is Not Quite Ready For Prime Time

Momofuku Las Vegas opened with very little fanfare this week at Cosmopolitan. A friend was walking past it on his way to pay final respects to Blue Ribbon Sushi and saw that it was open. He immediately made a reservation for the next day.

(W)hy Is No One Talking About The W Las Vegas?

But after a lengthy amount of time since opening, no one is really talking about the W at the SLS. While friends will always rave of the latest hotel openings, experiences and the like, no one in my direct contact has mentioned more than a whisper or two about the W.

Vegas News | From A New Bar In Downtown Las Vegas To A Tax Hike

The Consumer Electronics Show (CES) was in Las Vegas last week. The annual convention showed off the future of technology. This year there were a lot of items on display that fall under “The Internet Of Things” category.

Las Vegas | The Venetian Opens Co-Working Space To Public

This week The Venetian unveiled a unique co-working area. In partnership with Zappos, they are now offering access to a first-of-its-kind co-working space.

Vegas News | Happy New Year!

Happy New Year! The last week of the year is traditionally the busiest of the year in Las Vegas. Officials expect that there were somewhere between 300,000 and 350,000 people on the Vegas Strip celebrating the end of 2016 and beginning of 2017. News and visitation don’t usually meet together. Even though there were a lot of people in Las Vegas, there wasn’t too much news looking forward into the new year.

Atlantic City January 2017 | Some like it hot. Some like it cold.

Some like it hot. Some like it cold. From an Indoor Beach Bash at Tropicana, to New Year’s Day polar bear plunges, January in Atlantic City offers something for everyone.

At Wynn Las Vegas, Your Room Has Ears – Amazon Echo

Wynn has plans in place to install a white Amazon Echo in every room in his Las Vegas property, starting with the Tower Suites and working down to every last room. The purpose, not your everyday household Echo skills, but specialized tasks to operate curtains, lights, and the TV and AC. All things that the touch panels in both Wynn and Encore already do. The thought it amazing, voice control of your room for the ultimate luxury experience. Here’s the Steve himself talking about it.

Vegas News | Lots of Vegas Hotel News and Norm Is Back

It’s a very special holiday edition of Vegas News! Since I’m writing this during one of the holidays, there will be a little less opinion and observation than usual.

Lucky Dragon Las Vegas | Players Club – Dragon Club

The boutique sensibility of Lucky Dragon continues into the players club. The Dragon Club is a no frill, no-nonsense casino players club that caters specifically to gamblers.

Vegas News | Lots Happening And Not Happening On The North Vegas Strip

I’ve just started noticing Christmas music in casinos so I guess it’s officially the holiday season. Las Vegas is usually quite festive for the holidays but the big news last week from the north end of the Vegas Strip doesn’t fit the bill.

Vegas News | New Restaurants, Fees And Maybe The Walking Dead

Las Vegas has evolved in ways that you would have never expected 10 years ago. Restaurants and dining are now generating almost the same amount of revenue for casino operators as gaming. Today, the action in Las Vegas takes place in more locations than just casinos.

Vegas News | Vegas Strip Parking, New Hotels Opening, Rick Rolling And More

Just another day in Las Vegas yesterday (Friday) started at El Cortez around noon and ended a Bally’s around 14 hours later. Spending days and nights with people who don’t live in Las Vegas is a blast. Everything seems so new and fresh. It’s great to see Las Vegas through the eyes of people who visit only a couple of times a year.

An American Casually Dining at Lucky Dragon Las Vegas

Lucky Dragon is a heavily Asian themed casino and hotel. The dining options reflect that more than any another segment of the casino and hotel. All four restaurants inside the casino serve exclusively Asian cuisine. This is unique but speaks loud and clear as to who their desired customer is.

Hotel Review | Lucky Dragon Las Vegas

When choosing a hotel, it’s good to understand a little bit about it so you know what to expect. Lucky Dragon Hotel & Casino has the goal to be Las Vegas’ first hotel and casino that was designed specifically to create an authentic Asian cultural and gaming experience. This was on my mind when I drove up to valet at Lucky Dragon Las Vegas.

Atlantic City December 2016 | In a “family-friendly” mood!

December seems to put Atlantic City in a more “family-friendly” mood.

The best place to head is Tropicana. The festivities begin at 7 p.m. Dec. 3 on the Boardwalk and include a special holiday sing-along presentation of Tropicana’s Multimedia Light and Sound Show.

EXCLUSIVE | Everything You Want To Know About The Casino At Lucky Dragon Las Vegas | 拉斯维加斯威龙赌场度假村

Lucky Dragon Hotel and Casino are separate buildings that occupy a mere 3 acres just off the Vegas Strip. The hotel is about 20 steps west from the casino at Lucky Dragon Las Vegas. Both buildings are connected by a walkway (called the SkyBridge) on the 2nd floor so you never have to walk outside if it’s cold or hot. However, the casino is on the first floor so you’ll probably just walk outside for 5 seconds.

I want to start my flurry of information about Lucky Dragon in the casino because that’s where most people will visit before staying in the hotel itself.

First 10 Impressions of Lucky Dragon Las Vegas 拉斯维加斯威龙赌场度假村

Here are my first 10 impressions after about an hour at Lucky Dragon Las Vegas Hotel and Casino. Please enjoy these initial glimpses of Lucky Dragon.

Vegas News | A Slow Thanksgiving News Week

Happy Sunday! I hope your Thanksgiving weekend was as good as mine. Since the week was short, that means we’ll have less news than normal.

Las Vegas | Lucky Dragon, We’re Coming In Hot

Before Lucky Dragon opened over the weekend, the last casino to open that was built from scratch was the Cosmopolitan. That hotel and casino opened way back in 2010. Sure SLS Las Vegas, Downtown Grand, and The Cromwell have opened since then, but they were built using the bones of the Sahara, Lady Luck (NAME) and Bill’s Gamblin’ Hall respectively.

Las Vegas | Wynn Black Friday Sale : (AKA How Much Money Can You Burn?)

Black Friday, as we all know, has become a tradition. Waking up at the crack of dawn to freeze to death waiting in line for a discounted digital camera you’ll likely never use, or something to that ilk, only to realize how miserable you are after the whole day is said and done. But for the Vegas-phile, this often means pretty good deals on rooms for a short period of time at some great properties in Vegas. So of course, this little beauty pops into my inbox… Wynn Las Vegas Black Friday Sale ..

What MGM Resorts 3rd Quarter Earnings Means To You

Earnings calls are boring AF. Earnings calls for casino operators aren’t entirely boring, they’re just boring. No AF. I just need to vent before diving into the MGM Resorts 3rd Quarter Earnings call this week.

These calls are intended provide information for financial investors in corporations and not for the public. I’m closer to the latter. I’m not an investor and I write for normal people that may not understand or care about the financial jargon. For the most part, I listen to these calls to see if there’s any news that mainstream news outlets don’t report or care about.

Vegas News | Gambling On The President And More

You might have heard that there was a presidential election this week. There will be a new President next year and some people are happy while others are sad. I’m less concerned with the politics than the gambling. Go figure. This was a record-breaking year for a US presidential election around the world – but not in the country where the election was actually held. Sports books outside of the US saw record amounts of money wagered on who would become the next President. Some gamblers won bigly as Donald Trump was a long shot for much of the time.

The Cosmopolitan Has The Best Video Poker Bars On The Vegas Strip

For my money, there’s really one drink monitoring system that is customer friendly. It should come as no surprise that the only luxury property with a drink monitoring system, the Cosmopolitan, offers the overall best system for the customers. Below is information on how I ended up with this decision.

Vegas News | Start In The Casino And End Up At Happy Hour

I usually start the news of the week with something from the business side of Las Vegas. Today I want to begin with news in the casino. This has been the catalyst for many of us to fall in love with Las Vegas. It’s what keeps many of us visiting Las Vegas. Sure the restaurants, bars, and shows are great but the epicenter of the action has long been the casino.

Basics Of Betting | US Presidential Election Is Upon Us

The US election is upon us. I’ve been following the betting odds daily and it’s been quite a roller coaster since my last article.

Sunday News | Vegas Travel, Business, Tech, Sigma Derby And More

Sunday News had a short break from the action. As a writer, the lack of news was a nice break from the usual week in Las Vegas. However, I knew the following week would be different when I saw a few new rumors shortly after we posted last week. Unlike last week, there’s a lot of news so let’s just get to it.

Atlantic City November 2016 | Tattoos, Rodeo, Ballet, Casino Events and More!

During November visitors will have lots to be thankful for – and they don’t even have to wait until Thanksgiving.

They’re already available for play, but the “official” debut of the first video-gaming machines in a U.S.-based casino is Nov. 2 at Bally’s Wild Wild West, Caesars and Harrah’s. The premier game, “Danger Arena,” is a first-person action video game in which player skill determines the payout.

Sunday News | More Vegas Restaurants and New Vegas Fees For You

I look forward to writing Sunday News because there has been something interesting happening every week since TravelZork launched. Having said that, last week might have been the slowest news week in Las Vegas in a while. A few restaurants opened, a new residency launched and I just learned about a new fee to hit Las Vegas.

Las Vegas | Dinner At Rx Boiler Room Was Over Before It Started (In A Good Way)

There are times when I go out to eat and don’t have the intention of writing a review of the experience. Sometimes a nice meal is best kept among the diners. That was the plan when I visited Rx Boiler Room at Mandalay Bay.

Sunday News | Las Vegas Raiders, Rumors, Restaurants and Shows

Sunday News this week will be a little shorter than usual. I’m dealing with complications of a high toilet and it’s making me cranky this morning. Visit squattypotty.com to understand the issues. Fun fact, I’m sitting by myself at the 3535 Bar at The Linq and laughing out loud as I write this. Anyway, on […]

Testing Caesars Comp Drink Monitoring System In Las Vegas

Caesars Comp Drink Monitoring I recently met up with a friend who was staying at The Linq and wanted to watch football. After checking into the hotel we didn’t get out to catch the games until noon or so. This was when the 2nd half of most of the early games were beginning. The second half […]

Sunday News | New Las Vegas Logo, New Hotels, Maybe Bruno Mars and Matt Goss

Las Vegas has its first new logo since 1979! A representative of Las Vegas says that the goal was to create a logo that is iconic, timeless, progressive, modern, fresh and exciting with a nod to the glamorous era of yesterday…..

Sunday News | Lots Of Las Vegas Casino Business News

As expected last week was a busy news period for Las Vegas. Even if it wasn’t blatant, the Global Gaming Expo (G2E) was the catalyst for a lot of what we learned about casinos during the week. There are a lot of places I could start but I think MGM Resorts is a good place.

Basics Of Betting | US Presidential Election Odds After The Debate

A lot of people are talking about how Hillary won the debate because of how the financial markets responded to the spectacle. The betting market agrees. Prior to the altercation between Trump and Clinton at their first debate on September 26th, Trump’s odds were +190 on the betting site Betfair. This is an implied probability of […]

Las Vegas | Aliante Station Is Now B-Connected

With all the growth, luxury and attention splurged on the Strip, we shouldn’t fail to forget there are a few really beautiful properties that are considered “locals” joints dotted around the Las Vegas valley. The M to the south is one such hotel, as is Red Rock to the west, and Aliante to the north. […]

Atlantic City October 2016 | Events At The Borgata, Caesars, Harrah’s And More!

Chocolate and Halloween are a pretty good combination, and you can get your fill of both during October in Atlantic City. In addition, adding to the scariness of the season, the Atlantic City Ballet will begin residence at Caesars Circus Maximus Theater with its production of “Dracula” on Oct. 30. Tickets are available at Ticketmaster.com. […]

Las Vegas | Yardbird Southern At The Venetian Lives Up To The Hype

Yardbird Southern at The Venetian Las Vegas has received constant praise since opening last year. This isn’t only praise coming from the media but also..

Sunday News | More New Slot Machines And The Backstreet Boys Come To Vegas

I don’t know about you, but one of the best feelings I’ve had in Las Vegas was seeing all of the slot machines as soon as I walked off the airplane at McCarran Airport. Most of the slot machines just sat there quietly. However, there was one slot machine that would actually greet the visitors. The chants of “Wheel. Of. Fortune” would be ingrained in my head before even getting to the baggage carousel.

Basics Of Betting | US Presidential Election Betting | I Made A Bet (on Hillary Clinton)

Election betting takes some insight and effort. Why bet now? Why not earlier or why not later?

Video Poker | How Happy Do You Get With A Royal Flush?

Last year I read Michael Craig’s “The Professor, the Banker, and the Suicide King,” which was about a banker from Texas, Andy Beal, taking on the best poker players in the world, one at a time, in heads up limit Texas Hold’em poker. For a discussion of the book, you can listen to the March […]

Las Vegas | Free Drinks Were Flowing At The Mirage Lobby Bar

You may know the Mirage Lobby Bar as one of the first bars in Las Vegas to install a free drinks ticket system for their video poker/slot machines.

Sunday News | Adele, 000 Roulette, NASCAR Warning And More

As I mentioned last week in Sunday News, we’re in a slow news period in Las Vegas. I expect things to heat up in a week or so but there isn’t anything too serious happening. This might be a little shorter than you’re used to. In The Casino Slot machines When the news in Las […]

Long Live The Appetizer! 3 Great Apps In Las Vegas

Appetizers are the great equalizer when you’re looking to save money but eat quality food when dining in Las Vegas. A single appetizer can often be filling enough for one person. Likewise, appetizers are usually large enough to share. They’re the perfect size for flexible dining. Many times these dishes are as filling as a main […]

Expats | Live Like Royalty In These Countries

We can’t all afford to stay at The Plaza in New York or The Savoy in London,  with rooms going for around $600USD a night, at least not very often,  but there is a way to live in this luxury for just a fraction of the price. I am a lover of decadence and unfortunately […]

Basics Of Betting | Update On The Presidential Election Odds

Odds on the Presidential election are unchanged more or less from when I wrote the introductory article last week. BetFair.com is my go-to site for determining these odds because they have the largest public volume of wagering on the event, making it the most accurate theoretically. Hillary: 1.46 = 68.49% (a winning bet of $100 […]

Las Vegas | The Lucky Dragon Rises (For Real This Time!)

The Lucky Dragon, the mysteriously intimate property near the now developing corner of Sahara and Las Vegas Boulevard, has teased us with wonderful renderings and beautiful design for quite some time. When I was last in Vegas a few months ago, I snapped a handful of shots showing the progress that had been made, looking as […]

Sunday News | Casino And Gambling News With A Side Of Sake

Ahhhh…The summer is unofficially over. Labor Day weekend is the beginning of the end of summer for tourist season. The day clubs will slowly wind down, then some pools will begin to close and summer concert season will come to an end. There should be a couple of quiet weeks of news in Las Vegas […]

Score Better Comps – URComped Client Interview

A little while ago we had an in-depth discussion with Craig Shacklett, the co-founder of URComped. He gave us great insight into how the company got started and laid out the kind of comps and other benefits gaming fans could achieve. We liked everything we heard and asked Craig if we could speak with a […]

Basics Of Betting | From The US Presidential Election To Baseball

My contacts at TravelZork have been following some write-ups I do about betting on the US Presidential election. I follow the odds of the betting markets more closely than the incessant polls. The betting markets aren’t concerned about personal opinion. Sure there are fans of one candidate or the other who likely make a wager […]

Sunday News | Holiday Edition With Mostly Vegas Hotel News

There was a lot of hotel news last week but not all of it is relevant to your visits to Las Vegas. With that in mind, let’s start with the hotel news that actually matters in the near future. When the Blackstone Group purchased the Cosmopolitan in 2014, they detailed very specific plans to turn around the casino which didn’t have a profitable quarter since opening.

Risk Of Ruin | The Truth About Advantage Play

Risk of Ruin is a concept you should consider if you want to continue casino play on a regular basis. You can usually manage a fair gamble against the casinos if you study the games and play at optimal times but that just makes it more probable that you will break even or better over the long run.

Atlantic City September 2016 | Beach Concerts, Miss America, Ironman And Much More

After Labor Day in Atlantic City, temperatures begin to get cooler and the crowds thin out, but there is still lots to do in September.

Interview | URComped | Casino Comps Done Right With A Casino Host

Total Rewards? Got it. Wynn Red Card. Got that one too. M life? Right here in my card case. Throw in independent operations like Mohegan Sun and a few others too. Like many other folks reading this, I have credentials and status with one or more of these programs but no single program reflects my […]

Sunday News | From The Chandelier Cosmopolitan To Billionaires

In this weeks Sunday News we cover everything from the reopening of the Chandelier bar at Cosmopolitan to the popularity of Vegas for billionaires.

Sunday News | From Millennial Gaming To New Shows In Vegas

A millennial gaming area coming to MGM Grand, restaurant news, the latest rumors, new shows coming to Vegas and much more.

3 Great Ways To Save On Meals In Las Vegas

Saving money in Las Vegas is as much of an art as it is a skill. Restaurant bills in this tourist town can add up quickly. Here’s how to save on meals!

“EXCITING” Borgata Atlantic City Changes Are Coming

But with MGM’s complete acquisition of Borgata Atlantic City from Boyd we here at TZ were left pondering what exactly would happen when it came to Mlife..

Re-Discovering The Forum Shops At Caesars Palace Las Vegas

The Forum Shops at Caesars Palace is a surprisingly good place to eat, drink and be merry. The shops are also one of the best free attractions and places to shop on the Vegas Strip.

Sunday News | Dismantling Monte Carlo Las Vegas Set To Begin In October And Much More

Earlier this year we reported that the Monte Carlo would be renovated to become Park MGM with a boutique hotel named NoMad Las Vegas. The transformation into Park MGM is scheduled to be completed sometime in 2018.

URComped | Your Independent Casino Host | Q&A

URComped: your independent casino host. Learn more about this service and how it can improve your gambling experience with this Q&A.

Sunday News | From MGM Resorts To Red Rock Resorts

Last week various casino operators shared the stage. Quarterly earnings reports can often contain interesting news.

MGM Buys Out Boyd, Becomes Majority Owner Of Borgata

Despite not having a major presence in Atlantic City, MGM has always owned a stake in the Borgata, a collaborative operation with Boyd Gaming which is still the highest-grossing casino resort in the Atlantic City area. As of Monday however, MGM shook things up just a bit. MGM Buys Out Boyd In a deal completed […]

Flash! | UK To Las Vegas – £274 Roundtrip

£274 fares from the UK to Las Vegas and the western United States are popping up all over the place right now. This one is on Virgin Atlantic and that’s always a fun experience.

Sunday News | From Corporate Speak To Sharknado 4

This week’s Sunday News takes you from MGM Resorts International and the latest Wynn Resorts stories to the important things in life like Sharknado.

My First Visit To Montecristo Vegas Cigar Bar At Caesars Palace

In recent years it seems as though everything that’s opened Caesars Palace hasn’t fit into the box of the original theme. Montecristo Cigar Bar is no different.

Upcoming Events In Atlantic City | August 2016

Some of these events could have a big impact on traffic and accommodations, so think about this when planning a visit. Here are some “insider” tips about what’s happening at Atlantic City’s casinos:

A Walk Through The Park Las Vegas

..And with this anchor as the grand plan, The Park was born, and on my recent trip to Vegas during a severe bought with the hangover demon, I got to explore this little piece of open space nestled between New York New York and the Monte Carlo..

Are You Ready For The Next Sigma Derby?

The love for Sigma Derby will never cease to amaze me. The jittery electro-mechanical horse racing game is only available in two Las Vegas casinos but has an amazing cult following. The following of Sigma Derby is both fascinating and understandable

Sunday News | Vegas News From Shows To Casinos

In all my years visiting and living in Las Vegas, I’ve only seen a handful of shows. When I think of Las Vegas it’s usually eating, drinking or gambling. Shows don’t fit into that equation. That’s just me, there are plenty of people who come to Las Vegas specifically for the shows. My preference is probably […]

Delayed Abroad, It’s Full Speed Ahead For Wynn Las Vegas Property Changes And Upgrades

Despite the pushback of Wynn Palace, Wynn continues to tinker and change up his Las Vegas properties in line with his recent public announcements regarding several major changes to the properties.

Las Vegas | MGM Resorts International easyPLAY® Pushes Gaming Forward

MGM Resorts’ EasyPlay takes mobile wagering another step forward and is one of the ways traditional casino gaming is evolving.

Sunday News | From The UFC Sale To Mobile Gambling From MGM Resorts

The interesting news in Las Vegas this week was all over the place. Surprisingly, the first piece of big news in Las Vegas wasn’t casino related. After a couple of months in the rumor mill, the Las Vegas-based UFC (Ultimate Fighting Championship) was finally purchased.

Sunday News | Imploding Excalibur To New High Limit Rooms At The Cosmopolitan

Rumor has it that MGM Resorts International is considering imploding Excalibur. The idea is that the low-end family hotel would be replaced with another..

Caesars Palace Is Celebrating Its 50th Anniversary All Year Long

The casino & resort opened on August 5, 1966. This year marks its 50th anniversary and Caesars Palace Entertainment is taking the entire year to celebrate.

Sunday News | Lots Of Sports News + Station Casinos Turns 40

I’ve been on vacation all week but I love Las Vegas and always keep track of the news. I won’t be going too deep on the news items this week but I will share some highlights. Here’s a quick look at what happened in Las Vegas over the past week. The Beat is closing – […]

SLS Update | W Las Vegas Is Coming

After speculation and somewhat of confirmation from the SLS and Starwood, it appears as though the transformation of the Lux tower into the first W Las Vegas is well underway with construction walls up and certain rooms not available.

Learn What eSports Is And Why It Matters To Las Vegas

Despite the rapidly growing popularity of eSports around the world, it’s just reaching this city that sees over 42 million tourists a year. Today we’ll look at what eSports is, who enjoys it and why it matters to Las Vegas.

Sunday News | Las Vegas Gets An NHL Team And New Casino Progress

The NHL held a press conference at Encore on Wednesday at 1 p.m. local time. The annual press conference is normally something reserved for diehard hockey fans. This year was different. Very different.

A Vegas Trip…Episodically | Hookers, J-Lo And A Lot Of Booze | Part 2

A Vegas Trip…Episodically Friday, May 27 – Glitters & Glinda After an actual full night’s sleep, we were finally adjusted to Vegas time. Good thing since we head home tomorrow. DAMN. IT. I got up to gamble at 5 am. I felt shiny. Vegas…at this moment…is shiny. It’s people, however, are not. Let’s count the […]

Sunday News | Booms, Britney and News From All Over Town (Vegas)

Before heading into Las Vegas news, I want to take a minute to wish my father, Joe, and all the other dads a Happy Father’s day. Summer begins this week and that means temperatures in Las Vegas will be rising. An Excessive Heat Warning actually starts tonight and continues until at least Wednesday. Temperatures will […]

Eggslut Vegas Lives Up To The Hype In Every Way | The Cosmopolitan Of Las Vegas

Some people say that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. I don’t live by that thought but I do enjoy a good breakfast. When I first heard that a favorite breakfast sandwich spot from Los Angeles, Eggslut, was opening at Cosmopolitan I wasn’t too excited. Eggslut in Los Angeles is as famous […]

There’s No End In Sight For MGM Resorts’ Growth

MGM Resorts International is having a big year. They recently opened T-Mobile Arena and The Park next to and behind New York-New York in Las Vegas and that’s just the tip of the iceberg.

The Evolution Of The Cosmopolitan Of Las Vegas

When the Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas opened in 2010 it was marketed as the Las Vegas hotel and casino that offered “The Right Amount Of Wrong.” The idea was..

Hotel Review | The D 2 Bedroom Suite – Part 2

After last week’s part one of this hotel review, t’s time to show you the rest of the surprises that we found within the D’s 2 Bedroom Suite!

Hotel Review | The D 2 Bedroom Suite – Part 1

The D 2 Bedroom Suite: Unless you’re sleeping (or booking) beneath a rock when in Vegas as of late, there’s no way you’ve not heard about the revival..

Las Vegas | The (Some) People VS The Cosmopolitan Lawsuit: An Update

Cosmopolitan Lawsuit: Who’s Guilty? A while back I wrote about a case that had been brought up as class action against The Cosmopolitan. The suit, Mirkarimi v. The Cosmopolitan, was one that was purely about one thing. Cosmo recorded phone calls without consent. A San Diego attorney went after them. As a guest, I was […]

Las Vegas | Marquee Rewards Now At Tropicana And M Resort

One of the best features of Marquee Rewards is that you can earn and use rewards and status at home and use them at the Tropicana or M Resort in Las Vegas.

Sunday News | Big Casino Developments For Boyd And Stevens Highlight The Week

News weeks like this in Las Vegas are what give me goosebumps. The future of Las Vegas has always been interesting to me. I love Las Vegas today as much as I did when I started visiting the city just after turning 21. Las Vegas isn’t the same as it used to be and that’s […]

Las Vegas | Derek Stevens Claims More Frontage on Fremont

The resurgence of downtown thanks in no small part to the vision that Derek Stevens has for his properties and how they affect those around him.

Las Vegas | Review Deluxe King Hotel Room At The D

One of the best reasons to stay at a hotel in downtown Las Vegas is the price. The standard (Deluxe King) room on a recent mid-week visit to The D Las Vegas costs $19.

Las Vegas | The New T-Mobile Arena

A Closer Look At The Newest Entertainment Venue On The Vegas Strip: The T-Mobile Arena Last week MGM Resorts and AEG opened the newest entertainment venue in Las Vegas, T-Mobile Arena. The new arena is located behind New York-New York and at the end of The Park which is open to the public on the […]

Sunday News | It’s All About The Park, T-Mobile Arena And Wynn Paradise Park

No matter where you live there’s news and then there’s meaningful news. This column isn’t a news rundown of what happened in Las Vegas over the past week. It’s meant to look at the more important news events and explore what they might mean today and in the future. The big news this week really […]

Out With The Old (Riviera) Vegas, In With The New (The Park and T-Mobile Arena)

Just under a year ago it was “out with the old and in with the new” in Las Vegas. The Riviera closed it’s doors on May 4th and a day later Resorts World broke ground on what was proposed to be a mega casino-resort. Almost a year later the Riviera is a part of the […]

Sunday News | In-N-Out Is Coming To The Las Vegas Strip, The Riviera Gets 2 Implosions And 4 Free Concerts On Fremont Street Revealed

There really isn’t a need for a deep introduction to this week’s Sunday News. There was only one piece of news out of Las Vegas that matters. Well, at least, it seems that way. First, Ikea announces that Las Vegas will be getting its first store, then it’s announced that Las Vegas is getting 2 Cracker […]

Sunday News | Changes at Cosmopolitan and SLS while Mr. Las Vegas may return to The Vegas Strip

This was the kind of week a Vegas dork like me loves. There wasn’t a real theme to the news but some interesting nuggets on what is happening, what will be happening and what might be happening soon in Las Vegas. Let’s start with something happening right now.   Starbucks at The Cosmopolitan of Las […]

Hotel Review: Embassy Suites at the LVCC (aka A Gamer In A Non-Gaming World) – Part II

If you caught part one of our review of the Embassy Suites at the LVCC you saw a little bit of everything. Interesting decor, a spacious room, a just removed location, and a hotel with not a single gaming fixture throughout. But as I know you’re avid readers of our reviews, I’ll spare you the […]

Las Vegas | Alon May Not Have Money But They Have Plans

Once financing is secure Alon Las Vegas will be built on the land once occupied by the New Frontier across the street from Wynn Las Vegas and next to the Fashion Show Mall. Alon is being developed by James Packer and Andrew Pascal who most recently helped open SLS Las Vegas. Pascal knows the luxury […]

Visiting Vegas: An Analysis Of The Non-Stop International Flights

Whether you are going for business or pleasure, Las Vegas delivers on budget and extravagance all packed into a desert metropolis better than any city in the world, well, Dubai comes a close second. Let’s take a look at the non-stop long-haul flights that bring visitors to Las Vegas. To make it clear, we’re NOT […]

Welcome To The Sage Bar: Home To One Of The Best American Whisky Selections In Vegas

Photo credit: Aria Sage is a farm-to-table restaurant by Chef Shawn McClain inside the Aria in Las Vegas. For me, the food is good but very heavy. The best part is the bar. In my opinion, they have the best American whisky selection in Las Vegas. The whole of Aria gets a lot of liquor, […]

Hotel Review: Embassy Suites at the LVCC (aka A Gamer In A Non-Gaming World) – Part I

I am never one to say no to a last minute trip to Las Vegas. And especially seeing as how I’ve recently decided that driving that long beautiful stretch of highway to Sin City may not be all its cracked up to be thanks to the addition of parking fees and the reduction of intercity […]

Las Vegas | Finding A Classic: Cleopatra’s Barge at Caesars Palace

Cleopatra’s Barge – Caesars Palace Las Vegas It would be fair to say that if you walked into Caesars Palace Las Vegas after a nearly 50 year hiatus, a lot would be different. The softly lit exterior of the building is gone, replaced by intricate and heavy Roman colonnades and balustrades. The intimate lounges and […]

Las Vegas | I Survived (Barely) The TI Super Bowl Party

*Disclaimer: I was an invited guest to this one of a kind sports spectacle by another attendee. Thanks to that guy for the weight gain. I think? I never really need much of an excuse to go to Vegas. Someone’s getting hitched? Sure. Bachelor party? Yep. Event? I’m in. The sun came up and I’ve got […]

Las Vegas | Death of the Road Tripper

I’ll never forget the first time I rolled into Vegas. I was in a Ford Windstar full of college kids from my architecture studio, it was 1998.

Casino Review | Let’s Take A Closer Look At The Linq

Linq Las Vegas Casino Despite its lack of an overt 1980’s theme and overly simple logo, The Linq casino is really unlike most that you’ll find in Las Vegas. Remember, this is a casino-hotel designed specifically with millennial casino customers in mind. Creating a property for younger customers while still satisfying the older core customer […]

Hotel Review | Deluxe Room At The Linq Hotel

Deluxe Room At Linq Las Vegas Hotel Even though I live in Las Vegas now I still take my annual winter vacation on the Vegas Strip. This vacation usually means minimal work and lots of fun. This vacation was once again a success. The original plans for this vacation had half of the group staying at […]

How Millennials Are Changing Hotels and Loyalty in Las Vegas

…Continuing a look at millennials in Las Vegas (Part 1: A Look At Millennials In Las Vegas) Hotel Experience The best and worst thing about millennial travelers is that they want a unique hotel experience. It’s great because this will help mold the next generation of experiences at hotel properties. It’s bad because hotels will tinker […]

A Look At Millennials In Las Vegas Casinos

Photo: Elizabeth Hahn/Flickr Introduction: Millennials In Las Vegas Millennials are helping shape Las Vegas and that is freaking out some people who would rather return to the feeling and atmosphere of the city they fell in love with 10, 20, or 30 years ago. Unfortunately change happens and it’s happening at a rapid pace. This change shouldn’t be […]

Hotel Review | The Cosmopolitan Lanai Suite – Part II

The Cosmopolitan Lanai Suite The Cosmopolitan has always sold itself on being curious, outside the box, or “just the right amount of wrong”. (I apologize in advance for putting any of their commercial songs in your head.) And as we saw in part I of my review, the Lanai suites at the Cosmopolitan blend the […]

Hotel Review: The Cosmopolitan Lanai Suite – Part I

When writing for my previous employer (an amazing opportunity I will never regret or forget) I was fortunate enough to be part of the opening and media tours prior to of two properties that have become landmarks on the modern Las Vegas strip. When Aria opened, I toured the property the night before…casino empty, tables […]

Preview | Mandalay Bay’s Renovated Rooms

Mandalay Bay Although I tend to stay on top of the game when it comes to the newest changes to the Vegas hotel scene, there was one recent bit of news that managed to slip under the radar until an email landed in my inbox. Hot on the heels of the renovation of the Four […]

Gambling | This Is What Happens When The Stars (or Spades) Align

Gambling Gambling isn’t scientific. Sure, its roots and the way the games today are built are mathematically quantifiable. Odds can be calculated, counting can be perfected, and edges can be made when you are a knowledgeable gambler. You can control your bets, take your chances, and use the statistics to maximize your payout not only […]

Hotel Review | A Couple Nights In A Rio Las Vegas Classic Studio Suite

RIO All-Suite Las Vegas Hotel & Casino is a fantastic casino hotel conceptually. The idea of an affordable all suite hotel with a casino is a welcome concept when visiting Las Vegas. Most of the suites in Las Vegas casinos are closer to $200 per night while Rio is closer to $100 per night.

Biloxi | Beau in the Rain…Bees on the Plane – Part II

Continued from Part I: But today we had sun! GLORIOUS SUN! To the pool! The pool is one big rectangle surrounded by the “VIP chairs”….

Hotel Review: The Queen Suite at the Delano – Part II

When MGM announced THEhotel, the all suite hotel tower at Mandalay Bay, would be taken over by Morgans hotel group and rebranded as the Delano, resurrecting plans for the former Echelon property that had been killed off with the great recession, many questions swirled about just how extensive the rebranding would be. Peeks were given […]

Hotel Review: The Queen Suite at the Delano – Part I

Las Vegas has always been a town of casino moguls, or nowadays corporations, doing whatever it takes to one up one another and draw in revenue. From the mundane, like changing paint colors, to the wildly imaginative like total reinventions of entire properties a la the SLS, Vegas is always looking to set trends in […]

Biloxi | Beau Rivage in the Rain…Bees on the Plane

Beau Rivage, Biloxi It’s my first real trip report for TravelZork! So let me get to the reality of what you’ll experience, before I share my visit to Beau Rivage in Biloxi. I have a bit of a smarmy attitude. No, I don’t hate people. Well, I don’t hate ALL people. I’m cynical but not […]

Las Vegas | Update: The Downtown Grand Still Has A Pulse

A while back, we were tipped off by some VIP high level players of the Downtown Grand that the hotel was set to close. Amidst a bevy of layoffs, schedule changes, and venue closing, the news really didn’t seem too far off the mark from being what could be more than just an extremely viable […]

Las Vegas | A Look Into The Future Of Las Vegas Club

Earlier this year Derek Stevens, owner of The D and Golden Gate casinos in downtown Las Vegas, purchased the Las Vegas Club from Tamares Group.

Overview Of Club D At The D Las Vegas

Introduction The D is one of the most progressive casinos in Downtown Las Vegas and you’d expect that from their players club. I guess this is why we shouldn’t assume anything. This isn’t to say that Club D is bad but it doesn’t offer the modern and progressive players club experience you might assume they […]

The Cosmopolitan Of Las Vegas | Just The Wrong Amount Of Wrong

The accusation is that the Cosmo knowingly recorded phone calls made to and from residents of California, a big big no no on privacy grounds in one of the most liberal states in the country.

Introducing VegasIntrovert | Honest, Real and Sometimes Funny!

My first trip to Las Vegas was in 1997. Spring Break. Me (VegasIntrovert) and my (now) wife were going to go camping in the Grand Canyon.

Las Vegas | Uber Is Back In Vegas + LAS Airport (pick-up/drop-off)

Note : Updates, including details on surge pricing, are at the end of this article. A few weeks ago we told you that UBER would return to Las Vegas and that it would be better than the first time. UBER’s (for now, uberX) return to Las Vegas is indeed better and it will continue to get even […]

Las Vegas | Aria’s Continuing Transformation

Aria, MGM’s self-chosen jewel property despite those loyal to Bellagio, is continuing to improve what is broken in all the right ways. Since the property opened, many issues and problems have been continually fixed, with underperforming restaurants swapped out, and boutiques replaced with pressed juicerys and bar names changed. One of the more recent changes […]

Hotel Review | The Golden Gate Suite at the Golden Gate Las Vegas

Hotel Review: The Golden Gate Suite at the Golden Gate Las Vegas Back in 1906, when Las Vegas was just a dusty crossroads in the middle of the Nevada territory, a tiny hotel for travelers through the area opened at the corner of Main and Fremont. The Hotel Nevada, as it was called then, gave […]

Cosmopolitan Identity Membership & Rewards Loyalty Program

Information correct as of July 2020This article about The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas loyalty program Identity Membership & Rewards was originally written by Marc Meltzer in August of 2015. It has bees revised and updated by Steve White. The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas is one of the most modern casinos and hotels in Las Vegas. […]

Las Vegas | What Can’t Happen

For years now I have gone to Las Vegas to celebrate my birthday. Much to the chagrin of my friends and family, it’s always my escape, my time to go and…

Las Vegas | The Return Of UBER To Las Vegas Should Be Better Than Expected

When UBER returns to Las Vegas they will likely be allowed to pick up passengers at McCarran International Airport. This is kind of a big deal since UBER wasn’t allowed to pick up passengers at the airport their first go-around in Las Vegas in 2014. UBER is tentatively scheduled to re-launch its service in Las […]

Las Vegas | Downtown Grand To Close?

UPDATE 19 October 2015 : The Downtown Grand Still Has A Pulse UPDATE 9 September 2015 : As you may have seen in our other post it seems the Grand is getting yet another shot at life. With a revamp of the players club, modifications to the floor, and some new and updated odds it would seem […]

Hotel Review | Deluxe King Nobu Hotel At Caesars Palace

Deluxe King Nobu Hotel At Caesars Palace It’s no secret here amongst Vegas regulars that Caesars Palace, once a bane amongst frequents, has been on something of an uptick. With the debut of the gorgeous and modern Octavius Tower, a new buffet, and the creation of the Laurel Collection, Sarno’s first masterpiece has proven that […]

Hotel Review | MGM SKYLOFTS Las Vegas

This is a guest review by my good friend Mike from frequentflyermiles101.com, a site for those just learning the points game. One of the smartest miles+points people that I know, Mike is also obsessed with getting amazing value on luxury experiences.  Also, be aware that we also have a Review Version 2.0, that covers a few additional […]

The Mirage Cabanas | A Summer Retreat

Summer At The Mirage Cabanas There’s nothing quite like Las Vegas in the summertime. The oppressive heat causes people to stream inside the casinos getting off the 110°F (43°C) pavement for respites at the blackjack tables, shopping or to one of the many differing resort pools located throughout the city. Each one has its own […]

In Memoriam | The Revel Atlantic City Ocean Suite

No more proof of this is needed then my stay in an Ocean Suite at Revel Atlantic City which deserves a revisit both in remembrance of the what was and in hope for the future of a hotel that deserves to be open and operating once again.

Hotel Review | The Octavius Tower at Caesars Palace

Before we discuss The Octavius Tower at Caesars, let’s talk architecture. The concrete and glass forms of IM Pei. The explanatory structural simplicity of Mies van der Rohe’s creations. This marriage of simple, pure, useful design and comfortability has been what is driving this whitewashing of Vegas.