From the Sphere’s debut to traffic headaches caused by the Las Vegas Grand Prix, here are some of the top gaming and tourism stories from 2023.
Tourism
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As expected, November’s Formula One Las Vegas Grand Prix boosted the average daily room rate visitors paid, especially on the Las Vegas Strip.
An estimated 356,000 out-of-town visitors are expected to join thousands of local residents for the ‘More in ‘24’ America’s party scheduled on New Year’s Eve.
Between colossal special events, two resorts opening and the arrival of the Sphere, Southern Nevada gaming and tourism could aguably have had its best year in 2023.
The world’s eyes were on Las Vegas this year (on the Strip and off) — a little more than usual in 2023. Here are the top casino and tourism stories.
The interactive exhibit and retail space with authentic props and costumes from the Marvel Avengers movies has been open since 2016.
The Vegas Chamber announced that Preview Las Vegas 2024 would be held at Fontainebleau Las Vegas.
Those who ventured into Fontainebleau on the first full day it was open came away impressed with the luxury decor, art pieces, technology — and the bathrooms.
We now know why Fontainebleau executives opted to open the 67-story, blue-tinted north Strip resort on Wednesday.
The new casino-resort on the north Strip is introducing its tiered loyalty program before its Wednesday opening.
Revenue records were shattered during November’s Formula One race. The live entertainment tax collection was between $30 million and $35 million, the LVCVA said.
The Neon Museum is restoring three signs that were at the Flamingo for more than 25 years and help tell the history of Las Vegas.
Eight retail concepts will open at the north Strip luxury resort when it finally opens its doors on Wednesday.
Public guest access to the newest resort on the Strip begins just before midnight. Here’s all you need to know about road access.
Look out for plenty of food and beverage options, connections to the Miami Beach property and plenty of attention to detail.