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Sandoval talks up three new Nevada tourism attractions

When Gov. Brian Sandoval goes looking for solitude once he’s term-limited out of office next year, there’s a chance you’ll see him at Walker River State Recreation Area, one of three new facilities being preserved that in the future will attract millions of tourists from all over the world.

Major changes seen fueling more tourism in Southern Nevada

Las Vegas is in the midst of another upheaval with billions of dollars in investment in new facilities that will bring more conventions, the Super Bowl, the NFL draft — and more tourists — to Southern Nevada, experts said at Monday’s kickoff of the Nevada Governor’s Global Tourism Summit.

Wynn plans new 47-story hotel tower for Las Vegas Strip

Wynn Resorts will close its golf course Dec. 22 and begin work Jan. 3 on its newest project, a 47-story, 1,500-room hotel far more elaborate than what Chairman and CEO Steve Wynn initially described for his Paradise Park plan.

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Tropicana saw bookings fall 35 percent after Las Vegas shooting

The operator of the hotel closest to the Route 91 Harvest Festival grounds not operated by MGM Resorts International said the Tropicana Las Vegas experienced a 35 percent cancellation rate on bookings in the days immediately following the Oct. 1 mass shooting.

Caesars sees drop in Asian guests after Las Vegas shooting

Caesars Entertainment’s top executive said his company is seeing a slight downturn in casino play from Asian guests as a result of the Route 91 Harvest Festival shooting.

MGM CEO Murren says veterans tributes are among best days of his life

The chairman and CEO of MGM Resorts International on Thursday welcomed about 80 wounded warriors and their families to The Mirage for a long weekend of relaxation and entertainment for the 2017 Salute to the Troops.

Wedding industry wary in wake of Las Vegas shooting

Las Vegas wedding chapel owners and marriage officiants say they have seen surprisingly few cancellations in the aftermath of last week’s massacre, but some are cautious as the big booking season approaches.