MGM MIRAGE Hospitality and Pearl Dubai to Develop
Bellagio, MGM Grand, and Skylofts Brands at Dubai Pearl
LAS VEGAS – MGM MIRAGE (NYSE:MGM) and Pearl Dubai FZ LLC today announced plans to develop Bellagio, MGM Grand, and Skylofts hotels, as well as branded residences at Dubai Pearl, the USD4 billion (AED15 billion) world-class, fully integrated luxury development in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The hotels are expected to be operational in 2013.
Pearl Dubai FZ LLC will own and finance the 250-room Bellagio hotel, 350-room MGM Grand hotel, and 30-suite Skylofts hotel, while MGM MIRAGE Hospitality will manage and provide technical services for the three new ventures.
The agreement includes the development of Bellagio branded luxury residences, in addition to featuring world-renowned dining, entertainment, spa and convention that complement the luxury offering of the hotels.
Gamal Aziz, President and Chief Executive Officer of MGM MIRAGE Hospitality, said: “We are honored to be part of a significant development located in the heart of new Dubai. Dubai Pearl is a product born out of enhanced creativity and imagination, and our properties will inspire travelers and residents with a sense of livable luxury that infuses energy and excitement with sophisticated service.”
MGM MIRAGE is one of the world's leading and most respected development companies with significant holdings in hospitality and entertainment.
The partnership between the two companies will see the Dubai Pearl project getting Dubai’s first hotel and residences brands under the MGM MIRAGE portfolio.
Abdul Majeed Ismail Al Fahim, Chairman of Pearl Dubai FZ LLC, said: “Our alliance with MGM MIRAGE reflects our commitment to forging world-class partnerships with premium brands that are renowned for their operational excellence.
“The project’s entertainment elements will help complete the vision of making the Dubai Pearl a true landmark that will deliver an unforgettable experience through its diverse components and unmatched services.”
Located opposite the Palm Jumeirah Island in the heart of the Dubai Technology and Media Free Zone, Dubai Pearl is a landmark destination designed to offer spectacular views of the Arabian Gulf. Through integrating first-class facilities, it will shape a pedestrian friendly, 24-hour living city that with a spectrum of commercial, retail, residential, hospitality and leisure components. Dubai Pearl will also boast a 2000 seat performing arts theatre aimed at meeting the needs of Dubai’s growing cultural calendar and complementing the project’s entertainment offering.
Featuring an active business district with a quality urban lifestyle, the development will be host to the world’s top brands and include sky palaces with private pools and landscaped gardens, luxury branded apartments and condominiums.
Saturday, May 23, 2009
Tuesday, May 5, 2009
May in Vegas
Las Vegas Celebrates Third Annual Vegas Uncork’d Presented by Bon Appetit
Las Vegas will celebrate the 3rd Annual Vegas Uncork’d presented by Bon Appétit May 7 – 10. Highlights include a pool-side Grand Tasting with 75 celebrated chefs and vintners; a high-stakes culinary competition; after-hours blackjack; tour-de-force Masters Series dinners with internationally acclaimed chefs such as Bobby Flay; an exclusive culinary experience featuring Chef Joël Robuchon fused with performances by the cast of KÀ by Cirque du Soleil; an all-star interactive luncheon with first-hand instruction from star chefs like Paul Bartolotta; wine immersion seminars; and a gala evening celebration featuring chefs such as Michael Mina. Vegas Uncork’d presented by Bon Appétit features a roster of Las Vegas’ top culinary talent and is made possible by the LVCVA, and anchored by Bellagio, Caesars Palace, MGM Grand and Wynn/Encore Las Vegas. Co-sponsored by Travelocity and Southern Wine & Spirits, Vegas Uncork’d presented by Bon Appétit is known for creating an extraordinary culinary experience for visitors and showcases a selection of star-studded events across the city. For more information, please visit www.VegasUncorked.com.
Fremont Street Experience Presents the “Summer of ’69: Vegas or Bust”
Fremont Street Experience takes Las Vegas back 40 years this summer with the “Summer of ’69: Vegas or Bust” festival and concert series beginning Memorial Day weekend. The celebration offers tourists and residents a summer full of free concerts by iconic bands from 1969, including The Guess Who, Blood Sweat & Tears, Rare Earth, Janis Joplin’s Original Band Big Brother & The Holding Company, The Grass Roots, Jefferson Starship, The 5th Dimension, Canned Heat and Three Dog Night. All summer long, themed nightly entertainment will also include cover bands and tribute artists, theatrical performances with costumed entertainers, new Viva Vision shows paying tribute to the year 1969, and special guest appearances. All concerts and entertainment are free to the public. For more information, please contact Stephanie Capellas, Preferred Public Relations, Stephanie@preferredpublicrelations.com.
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Unveils The New Joint and New Resident Headliner
Hard Rock Hotel has opened an all-new premiere concert venue. The Joint features a cutting-edge sound and lighting system and offers seven luxury suites. Inheriting its name from the legendary original Hard Rock venue, the new Joint carries on the up-close and personal feel with the furthest seat in the house only 155 feet from the stage. In addition, the venue contains four dressing rooms; a top-notch green room and meet-and-greet room; WiFi access with full blogging station for press covering events; ability to transform for boxing, wrestling, mixed martial arts events, corporate functions and trade shows; as well as red carpet movie premieres and advanced screenings. Signing on as the first rock and roll resident artist in Las Vegas, legendary guitarist Carlos Santana brings his talent to The Joint through a multi-year deal with AEG. Supernatural Santana: A Trip Through the Hits debuts May 27. For more information, please contact Brad Seidel, Kirvin Doak Communications, bseidel@kirvindoak.com.
Disney’s The Lion King Opens at Mandalay Bay
Disney Theatrical Productions and Mandalay Bay have announced the award-winning Broadway phenomenon THE LION KING coming to the Mandalay Bay Theatre May 15, 2009, with preview performances beginning May 5, 2009. This production will join the six other highly successful companies of THE LION KING around the world in New York, London, Hamburg, Paris, Tokyo and Fukuoka. Mandalay Bay’s production of THE LION KING will be virtually identical to the other companies seen around the globe and will be staged with all of the same spectacular music, sets, and costumes that have made it a worldwide phenomenon. For more information, please contact Erin Randell, MGM MIRAGE, erandell@mgmmirage.com.
Cadillac Ranch Rolls into Town Square
Cadillac Ranch, the 12,000-square-foot all-American bar and grill, has opened at Town Square. The rock ‘n’ roll-inspired eatery is open for lunch, dinner, happy hour and late night fun and features a mechanical bull. The space includes an outdoor patio, multiple big screen televisions for sporting events, a menu featuring American favorites with a Southwestern flair, and themed specials each night. For more information, please contact Stacy Gold, Town Square, sgold@turnberry.com.
Serendipity 3 Opens at Caesars Palace
Serendipity 3, one of New York City’s most beloved eateries with more than 50 years of history, has opened at Caesars Palace near Las Vegas Boulevard and Flamingo Road. Defined as “…the art of making happy discoveries, or finding the unexpectedly pleasant by chance or sagacity,” the new Caesars Palace location offers guests a whimsical café with many similarities to its New York location. The over-the-top desserts and sweets are perfect for the ultimate indulgence, and the variety of savory creations makes for a haven of comfort food. In addition to popular favorites like the Frrrozen Hot Chocolate, the restaurant also serves Strip Steak sandwiches and Cotton Candy Cocktails. For more information, please contact Celena Haas, Caesars Palace, chaas@caesarspalace.com.
REHAB Reopens at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
The 2009 season of REHAB, the renowned Sunday pool party, has opened and features a number of new amenities including an expansion to the pool that was previously named one of the Top 10 pools in the world by the Travel Channel, as well as renovations to 50 of the signature thatch-roof cabanas including 42-inch plasma flat screen HD televisions and poolside spa service options. The Hard Rock has also added brand new sundecks with daybeds, as well as a new, state-of-the-art sound system. Guests can still expect some of their favorite amenities at REHAB including 4.7 acres of tropical paradise with real sand beaches, top-notch food and beverage service from the Hard Rock Beach Club, and the popular swim-up Blackjack tables. For more information, please contact Brad Seidel, Kirvin Doak Communications, bseidel@kirvindoak.com.
Venus Pool Club Opens at Caesars Palace
With the 2009 pool season upon Las Vegas, Venus Pool Club at Caesars Palace has opened for sunbathers ages 18 and up. Surrounded by lush greenery and the Romanesque elegance of Caesars Palace, Venus Pool Club features posh cabanas, oversized chaise lounges, and an air-conditioned bar with flat screen TVs. DJs spin beats as staff provides guests with such amenities as frozen towels, cooling Evian face spritzers and poolside body massages. Venus Pool Club is open Wednesday - Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and can be rented out for corporate events and private parties. For more information, please contact Craig Nyman, Kirvin Doak Communications, cnyman@kirvindoak.com.
Papillon Airways Unveils Multi-Million Dollar Aerocenter in Boulder City
Papillon Helicopters and Grand Canyon Airlines/Scenic Airlines, the largest premiere “flightseeing” companies in the world, have unveiled their $9 million dollar Boulder City Aerocenter. The new 30,000 square foot terminal enables guests to seamlessly check in for all flights and tours offered by Papillon and Grand Canyon Airlines/Scenic Airlines. The terminal features 26-foot high ceilings and modern décor, with the center rotunda adorned by an enormous, avant-garde propeller with 24-foot long blades. Outside on the ramp, there lies space for Papillon’s local fleet of 15 helicopters and Grand Canyon Airlines/Scenic Airline’s 16 airplane fleet. For more information, please contact Marina Nicola, Wagner Junker Agency, marina@wjagency.com.
Pink Jeep Tours Launches Grand Canyon Classic Deluxe Tour
Pink Jeep Tours has announced a new Grand Canyon Classic Deluxe Tour featuring exclusive access to Quartermaster Point, one of the most remote areas at Grand Canyon West. The tour includes brief stops and photo opportunities at the historic Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, the desert community of Dolan Springs and the rugged Joshua Tree forest, then continues to the Grand Canyon's West Rim, home of the Hualapai nation with views of the Skywalk attraction. Once at the West Rim, guests travel to Quartermaster Point. The absence of handrails, fences or crowds makes Quartermaster Point a remote and panoramic viewpoint overlooking the magnificent Colorado River. The tour lasts approximately 9-10 hours. For more information, please contact Marina Nicola, Wagner Junker Agency, marina@wjagency.com.
“Daycation Package” Now Available at Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas
This summer, escape to Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas for a day of relaxation and pampering. Offered Sunday through Thursday, the new Daycation Package combines a sampling of the hotel’s most exclusive offerings with its signature service and residential-style tranquility. Priced at $140 per person, the Daycation Package includes a 50-minute spa treatment, 20% off spa products, $50 off an Ajne custom perfume blend, use of the health club and a day pass to the hotel’s private pool. For more information, please contact Erica Johnson-McElroy, Four Seasons, erica.johnson-mcelroy@fourseasons.com.
Aquae Sulis Spa at JW Marriott Introduces “Ahhhpricot Summer Treatments”
Aquae Sulis Spa at JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort & Spa introduces “Ahhhpricot Summer Treatments” using all-natural ingredients from The Eminence Organics line. Starting June 2 and offered through Sept. 1, 2009, the spa will offer body treatments, facials, manicures and pedicures, vichy treatments and body scrubs using the kernel, oil and flower of apricots. For more information, please contact Lisa Roughley, Roughley Speaking Public Relations, lisa@roughleyspeakingpr.com.
Loews Lake Las Vegas to Launch SummerFest
From Memorial Day through Labor Day, Loews Lake Las Vegas will offer SummerFest featuring recreational events for both children and adults. The program offers summer specials such as stay two nights and get the third night free; Date Night featuring classic romance films and cocktails for couples; Sushi and Sake School; Dive-in Movies; daily pool activities; a Kids Club; Spa happy hours and much more. For more information, please contact Raquel Sanchez, Loews Lake Las Vegas, rsanchez@loewshotels.com.
Monte Carlo and New York-New York Offer Vegas Summer Escape Package
From pool parties to dining offers, Monte Carlo and New York-New York are partnering to host the ultimate summer escape with incomparable deals beginning May 6 through Sept. 13. Daily activities will provide a thrilling escape without breaking the bank. With rates starting from only $55, book a room and enjoy these special inclusions: 2-for-1 buffet at Monte Carlo, 2-for-1 tickets to Lance Burton at Monte Carlo; 2-for-1 roller coaster ride at New York-New York, 35% off Zumanity tickets at New York-New York and much more. For more information, please contact Behnaz Salimian, MGM MIRAGE, bsalimian@mgmmirage.com.
Wynn Las Vegas and Encore Announce Indulgent Getaways
Wynn Las Vegas and Encore now offer luxurious room packages that include the ultimate in fine dining, spa, entertainment and leisure offerings. With standard room reservations available from $169 a night, there are also five packages available that offer everything from a romantic retreat for two to a leisurely golf game on the Las Vegas Strip's only golf course. Now through September, packages include “The Suite Life” featuring private car service to and from the airport and two daily spa passes; “The Bed and Breakfast Getaway” including a two-night stay and a gourmet breakfast; “Romantic Retreat” with a prix-fixe dinner for two at Stratta and two tickets to Le Reve; “Golf Getaway” featuring one round of golf for two and a prix-fixe lunch for two; and “Distinctive Guest Experience” offering a $75 resort credit with a pre-paid room booking. For more information, please visit www.wynnlasvegas.com or www.encorelasvegas.com.
Las Vegas will celebrate the 3rd Annual Vegas Uncork’d presented by Bon Appétit May 7 – 10. Highlights include a pool-side Grand Tasting with 75 celebrated chefs and vintners; a high-stakes culinary competition; after-hours blackjack; tour-de-force Masters Series dinners with internationally acclaimed chefs such as Bobby Flay; an exclusive culinary experience featuring Chef Joël Robuchon fused with performances by the cast of KÀ by Cirque du Soleil; an all-star interactive luncheon with first-hand instruction from star chefs like Paul Bartolotta; wine immersion seminars; and a gala evening celebration featuring chefs such as Michael Mina. Vegas Uncork’d presented by Bon Appétit features a roster of Las Vegas’ top culinary talent and is made possible by the LVCVA, and anchored by Bellagio, Caesars Palace, MGM Grand and Wynn/Encore Las Vegas. Co-sponsored by Travelocity and Southern Wine & Spirits, Vegas Uncork’d presented by Bon Appétit is known for creating an extraordinary culinary experience for visitors and showcases a selection of star-studded events across the city. For more information, please visit www.VegasUncorked.com.
Fremont Street Experience Presents the “Summer of ’69: Vegas or Bust”
Fremont Street Experience takes Las Vegas back 40 years this summer with the “Summer of ’69: Vegas or Bust” festival and concert series beginning Memorial Day weekend. The celebration offers tourists and residents a summer full of free concerts by iconic bands from 1969, including The Guess Who, Blood Sweat & Tears, Rare Earth, Janis Joplin’s Original Band Big Brother & The Holding Company, The Grass Roots, Jefferson Starship, The 5th Dimension, Canned Heat and Three Dog Night. All summer long, themed nightly entertainment will also include cover bands and tribute artists, theatrical performances with costumed entertainers, new Viva Vision shows paying tribute to the year 1969, and special guest appearances. All concerts and entertainment are free to the public. For more information, please contact Stephanie Capellas, Preferred Public Relations, Stephanie@preferredpublicrelations.com.
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Unveils The New Joint and New Resident Headliner
Hard Rock Hotel has opened an all-new premiere concert venue. The Joint features a cutting-edge sound and lighting system and offers seven luxury suites. Inheriting its name from the legendary original Hard Rock venue, the new Joint carries on the up-close and personal feel with the furthest seat in the house only 155 feet from the stage. In addition, the venue contains four dressing rooms; a top-notch green room and meet-and-greet room; WiFi access with full blogging station for press covering events; ability to transform for boxing, wrestling, mixed martial arts events, corporate functions and trade shows; as well as red carpet movie premieres and advanced screenings. Signing on as the first rock and roll resident artist in Las Vegas, legendary guitarist Carlos Santana brings his talent to The Joint through a multi-year deal with AEG. Supernatural Santana: A Trip Through the Hits debuts May 27. For more information, please contact Brad Seidel, Kirvin Doak Communications, bseidel@kirvindoak.com.
Disney’s The Lion King Opens at Mandalay Bay
Disney Theatrical Productions and Mandalay Bay have announced the award-winning Broadway phenomenon THE LION KING coming to the Mandalay Bay Theatre May 15, 2009, with preview performances beginning May 5, 2009. This production will join the six other highly successful companies of THE LION KING around the world in New York, London, Hamburg, Paris, Tokyo and Fukuoka. Mandalay Bay’s production of THE LION KING will be virtually identical to the other companies seen around the globe and will be staged with all of the same spectacular music, sets, and costumes that have made it a worldwide phenomenon. For more information, please contact Erin Randell, MGM MIRAGE, erandell@mgmmirage.com.
Cadillac Ranch Rolls into Town Square
Cadillac Ranch, the 12,000-square-foot all-American bar and grill, has opened at Town Square. The rock ‘n’ roll-inspired eatery is open for lunch, dinner, happy hour and late night fun and features a mechanical bull. The space includes an outdoor patio, multiple big screen televisions for sporting events, a menu featuring American favorites with a Southwestern flair, and themed specials each night. For more information, please contact Stacy Gold, Town Square, sgold@turnberry.com.
Serendipity 3 Opens at Caesars Palace
Serendipity 3, one of New York City’s most beloved eateries with more than 50 years of history, has opened at Caesars Palace near Las Vegas Boulevard and Flamingo Road. Defined as “…the art of making happy discoveries, or finding the unexpectedly pleasant by chance or sagacity,” the new Caesars Palace location offers guests a whimsical café with many similarities to its New York location. The over-the-top desserts and sweets are perfect for the ultimate indulgence, and the variety of savory creations makes for a haven of comfort food. In addition to popular favorites like the Frrrozen Hot Chocolate, the restaurant also serves Strip Steak sandwiches and Cotton Candy Cocktails. For more information, please contact Celena Haas, Caesars Palace, chaas@caesarspalace.com.
REHAB Reopens at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
The 2009 season of REHAB, the renowned Sunday pool party, has opened and features a number of new amenities including an expansion to the pool that was previously named one of the Top 10 pools in the world by the Travel Channel, as well as renovations to 50 of the signature thatch-roof cabanas including 42-inch plasma flat screen HD televisions and poolside spa service options. The Hard Rock has also added brand new sundecks with daybeds, as well as a new, state-of-the-art sound system. Guests can still expect some of their favorite amenities at REHAB including 4.7 acres of tropical paradise with real sand beaches, top-notch food and beverage service from the Hard Rock Beach Club, and the popular swim-up Blackjack tables. For more information, please contact Brad Seidel, Kirvin Doak Communications, bseidel@kirvindoak.com.
Venus Pool Club Opens at Caesars Palace
With the 2009 pool season upon Las Vegas, Venus Pool Club at Caesars Palace has opened for sunbathers ages 18 and up. Surrounded by lush greenery and the Romanesque elegance of Caesars Palace, Venus Pool Club features posh cabanas, oversized chaise lounges, and an air-conditioned bar with flat screen TVs. DJs spin beats as staff provides guests with such amenities as frozen towels, cooling Evian face spritzers and poolside body massages. Venus Pool Club is open Wednesday - Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and can be rented out for corporate events and private parties. For more information, please contact Craig Nyman, Kirvin Doak Communications, cnyman@kirvindoak.com.
Papillon Airways Unveils Multi-Million Dollar Aerocenter in Boulder City
Papillon Helicopters and Grand Canyon Airlines/Scenic Airlines, the largest premiere “flightseeing” companies in the world, have unveiled their $9 million dollar Boulder City Aerocenter. The new 30,000 square foot terminal enables guests to seamlessly check in for all flights and tours offered by Papillon and Grand Canyon Airlines/Scenic Airlines. The terminal features 26-foot high ceilings and modern décor, with the center rotunda adorned by an enormous, avant-garde propeller with 24-foot long blades. Outside on the ramp, there lies space for Papillon’s local fleet of 15 helicopters and Grand Canyon Airlines/Scenic Airline’s 16 airplane fleet. For more information, please contact Marina Nicola, Wagner Junker Agency, marina@wjagency.com.
Pink Jeep Tours Launches Grand Canyon Classic Deluxe Tour
Pink Jeep Tours has announced a new Grand Canyon Classic Deluxe Tour featuring exclusive access to Quartermaster Point, one of the most remote areas at Grand Canyon West. The tour includes brief stops and photo opportunities at the historic Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, the desert community of Dolan Springs and the rugged Joshua Tree forest, then continues to the Grand Canyon's West Rim, home of the Hualapai nation with views of the Skywalk attraction. Once at the West Rim, guests travel to Quartermaster Point. The absence of handrails, fences or crowds makes Quartermaster Point a remote and panoramic viewpoint overlooking the magnificent Colorado River. The tour lasts approximately 9-10 hours. For more information, please contact Marina Nicola, Wagner Junker Agency, marina@wjagency.com.
“Daycation Package” Now Available at Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas
This summer, escape to Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas for a day of relaxation and pampering. Offered Sunday through Thursday, the new Daycation Package combines a sampling of the hotel’s most exclusive offerings with its signature service and residential-style tranquility. Priced at $140 per person, the Daycation Package includes a 50-minute spa treatment, 20% off spa products, $50 off an Ajne custom perfume blend, use of the health club and a day pass to the hotel’s private pool. For more information, please contact Erica Johnson-McElroy, Four Seasons, erica.johnson-mcelroy@fourseasons.com.
Aquae Sulis Spa at JW Marriott Introduces “Ahhhpricot Summer Treatments”
Aquae Sulis Spa at JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort & Spa introduces “Ahhhpricot Summer Treatments” using all-natural ingredients from The Eminence Organics line. Starting June 2 and offered through Sept. 1, 2009, the spa will offer body treatments, facials, manicures and pedicures, vichy treatments and body scrubs using the kernel, oil and flower of apricots. For more information, please contact Lisa Roughley, Roughley Speaking Public Relations, lisa@roughleyspeakingpr.com.
Loews Lake Las Vegas to Launch SummerFest
From Memorial Day through Labor Day, Loews Lake Las Vegas will offer SummerFest featuring recreational events for both children and adults. The program offers summer specials such as stay two nights and get the third night free; Date Night featuring classic romance films and cocktails for couples; Sushi and Sake School; Dive-in Movies; daily pool activities; a Kids Club; Spa happy hours and much more. For more information, please contact Raquel Sanchez, Loews Lake Las Vegas, rsanchez@loewshotels.com.
Monte Carlo and New York-New York Offer Vegas Summer Escape Package
From pool parties to dining offers, Monte Carlo and New York-New York are partnering to host the ultimate summer escape with incomparable deals beginning May 6 through Sept. 13. Daily activities will provide a thrilling escape without breaking the bank. With rates starting from only $55, book a room and enjoy these special inclusions: 2-for-1 buffet at Monte Carlo, 2-for-1 tickets to Lance Burton at Monte Carlo; 2-for-1 roller coaster ride at New York-New York, 35% off Zumanity tickets at New York-New York and much more. For more information, please contact Behnaz Salimian, MGM MIRAGE, bsalimian@mgmmirage.com.
Wynn Las Vegas and Encore Announce Indulgent Getaways
Wynn Las Vegas and Encore now offer luxurious room packages that include the ultimate in fine dining, spa, entertainment and leisure offerings. With standard room reservations available from $169 a night, there are also five packages available that offer everything from a romantic retreat for two to a leisurely golf game on the Las Vegas Strip's only golf course. Now through September, packages include “The Suite Life” featuring private car service to and from the airport and two daily spa passes; “The Bed and Breakfast Getaway” including a two-night stay and a gourmet breakfast; “Romantic Retreat” with a prix-fixe dinner for two at Stratta and two tickets to Le Reve; “Golf Getaway” featuring one round of golf for two and a prix-fixe lunch for two; and “Distinctive Guest Experience” offering a $75 resort credit with a pre-paid room booking. For more information, please visit www.wynnlasvegas.com or www.encorelasvegas.com.
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