The Buffet at Wynn Las Vegas is set to reopen Thursday with a serviced all-you-can-eat concept.
Bailey Schulz
Former Business reporter
With Las Vegas’ offerings limited during the pandemic, some experts say convenient regional properties could pose problems for Las Vegas’ visitation rates down the road.
Free shows will resume Wednesday under the Viva Vision canopy, and all three stages will host local artists.
Amenities at the off-Strip property will include the Westgate sportsbook and live entertainment.
Just over one week after its initial reopening, Sahara Las Vegas is extending its restaurants’ hours of operation.
Paris Las Vegas will offer renovated guest rooms and suites, according to a Friday news release, along with a variety of bar and restaurants, access to the outdoor pool, and slot machines and tables games within the casino.
Every casino operator has health and safety protocols to deal with the coronavirus. But some workers aren’t convinced the measures are enough to keep them safe.
The Plaza in downtown Las Vegas is offering “Hard Hat Specials” on food, drinks and play for local construction workers.
A number of Canadian tourists received notification Saturday that their personal data has been compromised following a stay with MGM Resorts International.
The promotion, which runs Monday through June 30, is available to hospital and medical workers, police, and fire fighters.
Experts say the crisis could provide opportunities to those with strong balance sheets, such as Las Vegas Sands Corp., and lead to potential new entrants on the Strip.
Strip hotels are offering free parking, waived resort fees and discounted room rates to bring tourists back to Nevada. But there is debate about whether it helps or hurts the Las Vegas brand.
The company has started preparing for its next phase of reopenings: Excalibur is set for June 11, and MGM President and Acting CEO Bill Hornbuckle hopes to reopen Aria before Fourth of July weekend.
After 78 days of silence, Las Vegas casinos will come back to life Thursday, welcoming back the gaming and tourism that serves as Nevada’s lifeblood.
CES, Las Vegas’ largest annual trade show, is set to return to town in January.