Boutique Resort RUMOR Debuts
The Siegel Group has opened boutique resort RUMOR located near Paradise Road and Harmon Avenue. Formerly the St. Tropez Hotel, the two-story resort features 150 suites, an intimate lobby and bar, a new restaurant called Addiction, and an outdoor courtyard with pool area, which transforms into a nightlife venue with live DJs and musicians. RUMOR also welcomes pets, offering an outdoor dog run, customized in-suite bowls and plush dog beds. RUMOR is an 18 and over resort. For more information, please contact Marina Nicola, Wagner Junker Agency, marina@wjagency.com.
South Point Hotel, Casino & Spa Announces Expansion
South Point Hotel, Casino & Spa has announced a two-phase expansion of its casino and restaurant offerings. The first phase includes a $20 million, 55,000-square-foot expansion of the casino, adding 600 slot machines, a new poker room, a new race and sports book and an entertainment area. The second phase includes the addition of a Steak 'n Shake restaurant brand and a future Japanese restaurant to open in the fall. For more information, please contact Courtney Fitzgerald, South Point Hotel & Casino, fitzgeraldc@southpointcasino.com.
Minus5 to Open Second Las Vegas Location at Monte Carlo
Minus5, which opened America's first ice lounge at Mandalay Bay in September 2008, will debut their newest location - Minus5 Ice Bar - this August at Monte Carlo Resort and Casino. The new Minus5 Ice Bar will include a 1,200-square foot ice encased room where everything is made of 100% Canadian ice including the bar, tables, benches, and walls. Created in New Zealand, Minus5 is a unique ice-themed experience where guests enjoy vodka cocktails served in a glass made of pure ice, all within a -5° Celsius (23° Fahrenheit) ice environment. For more information, please contact Rosalind Terlitzky, Langdon Flynn Communications, rosalind@langdonflynn.com.
Bellagio Launches FlyteChannel featuring Live Airport Arrival and Departure Screens
Adding to the amenities Bellagio offers, guests now have the convenience of viewing live airport arrival and departure screens without leaving their room. FlyteChannel, on channel 50 in guest rooms, shows cities, flight numbers, scheduled and actual arrival/departure times, airline logos, and gates. Flights are sorted by city names to allow guests to quickly check flights and identify alternative flights if necessary. FlyteChannel is currently available in all guest rooms. For more information, please contact Wendy Zamaripa, Kirvin Doak Communications, wzamaripa@kirvindoak.com.
Le Rêve Presents the Ultimate SCUBA Experience
Wynn Las Vegas' show, Le Rêve, is giving certified SCUBA divers the opportunity of a lifetime with the Diver's Dream Package, allowing SCUBA diving during a live performance of Le Rêve. The Diver's Dream Package offers a weekend of excitement, including a two-night stay in a Resort Room at Wynn or Encore, VIP Indulgence tickets to Le Rêve, a private backstage tour, SDI Certified SCUBA training session with the Le Rêve diving team and the unparalleled opportunity to dive during the live show. Le Rêve is the only staged production in Las Vegas to offer this exclusive access to guests. For more information, please contact Lauren Bower, Wynn Las Vegas, lauren.bower@wynnlasvegas.com.
MGM Resorts International Offers New LGBT Event
Hosted by MGM Resorts properties' ARIA, MGM Grand, Mandalay Bay, The Mirage, Monte Carlo, New York-New York, Luxor and Excalibur, "Fabulous Las Vegas" is a four-day celebration Aug. 12-15 catering to the LGBT community. Guests can choose from four hotel packages offering varying levels of VIP access to private parties and preferred entry into LGBT events. Select packages also include tickets to the sold-out Lady Gaga concert, tickets to Zumanity and private parties at ROK Vegas and Studio 54. The weekend will feature drink specials, meet-and-greets, pool parties, blackjack and slot tournaments, fashion events, docent tours and much more. For more information, please contact David Gonzalez, MGM Resorts International, dgonzalez@mgmresorts.com.
Rock & Rita's to Host Nations International Flair Bartending Challenge
Rock & Rita's, the "Great American Party" restaurant and bar at Circus Circus, will host NATIONS, the international flair bartending competition, August 16-17. Selected for its specially designed flair bars, which were created to meet flair bartending competition requirements, Rock & Rita's will welcome more than 50 internationally ranked flair bartenders from nine countries across the globe as they compete for $25,000 in cash and prizes. Competitors will flip, fling, pour and roll crazy cocktail concoctions for the chance to win the first place title, $10,000 cash and the NIFC Grand Champion Trophy. For more information, please contact Leslie Thuet, Wicked Creative, leslie.thuet@wickedcreative.com.
Las Vegas to Host 2010 Miss Universe Pageant
NBC, Donald J. Trump and Paula M. Shugart, President of the Miss Universe Organization, have announced the 2010 Miss Universe® Pageant will air live on NBC and Telemundo, Monday, August 23 (9 p.m. EST) from Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino in Las Vegas. Miss Universe 2009, Stefania Fernandez, will crown her successor at the conclusion of the two-hour telecast. Each contestant, representing over 80 countries around the world, will compete in three categories: swimsuit, evening gown and interview. Worldwide distribution of the competition has topped over 190 countries in past years. For more information about the pageant, please contact Lark-Marie Anton, Miss Universe Organization, lanton@missuniverse.com.
Las Vegas Restaurant Week Returns
Lauded as one of the best culinary cities in America, fine dining perennially tempts travelers to the "Entertainment Capital of the World." On August 30, gourmands will have yet another reason to visit when the 4th Annual Las Vegas Restaurant Week begins. More than 80 participating restaurants will offer sensationally priced seasonal menus. Portions of the proceeds will benefit local food bank, Three Square. For more information, please contact Emily Wofford, R&R Partners, Emily.Wofford@rrpartners.com.
The Forum Shops at Caesars and FunJet Vacations Partner for 10/10/10
On Oct. 10, 2010 at 10:10 a.m, 10 couples will meet in front of the Trevi Fountain in front of The Forum Shops at Caesars and propose simultaneously to their significant others. It's all part of a contest created by FunJet Vacations and The Forum Shops at Caesars in celebration of the auspicious date. Ten couples were selected through an essay and photo/video contest at www.101010at1010am.com. The couples will receive an all-expense paid trip to Las Vegas provided by FunJet Vacations, a two-night stay at Caesars Palace and much more. For more information, please contact Marina Nicola, Wagner Junker Agency, marina@wjagency.com.
ALEX Receives 2010 Grand Award from Wine Spectator Magazine
ALEX, the namesake restaurant of Chef Alessandro Stratta at Wynn Las Vegas, has received the coveted 2010 Grand Award from Wine Spectator magazine. ALEX joins an elite group of 75 dining establishments around the world to receive the Grand Award, the magazine's highest honor. Wine Spectator magazine began its recognition of the world's best wine programs 30 years ago, and will continue the tradition of profiling the year's victors in the August 31 issue of the magazine. Restaurants are selected based on their superior wine lists in addition to outstanding food, service and ambience. For more information, please contact Casey Leblang, Becca PR, casey@beccapr.com.
LVCVA and R&R Partners Receive Global Advertising Honors
The American Advertising Federation honored the LVCVA and R&R Partners with two Gold ADDY Awards and two Silver ADDY Awards for the popular "What Happens Here, Stays Here" campaign as well as the "What's Your Excuse?" campaign. These awards represent the best work in the domestic advertising industry. The 57th Annual Cannes Lion International Advertising Festival, the world's largest, most prestigious celebration of creativity in communications, awarded the LVCVA and R&R Partners with a Bronze Cannes Lion for the "What's Your Excuse?" campaign featuring the "ChinChilli Day" spot. Las Vegas was the only destination in this year's event to win a Cannes Lion trophy. For more information, please contact Betsy Ward, R&R Partners, betsy.ward@rrpartners.com.
Monday, August 2, 2010
Saturday, March 6, 2010
Vegas Weekend Update
SPRING ARRIVES AT BELLAGIO’S CONSERVATORY & BOTANICAL GARDENS
Bright Blooms and Fantastical Oversized Ants Celebrate Beauty and Whimsy of
Mother Nature’s Busiest Season
LAS VEGAS – In celebration of spring, Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens will feature a spectacular floral exhibition filled with vivid blooms and a magnificent one-of-a-kind series of large-scale bronze sculptural ants. Inspired by the social nature of these industrious creatures, American artist Susan P. Cochran created a seven-member colony that represents the ideals of cooperation and teamwork.
Four enchanting gardens, created by Bellagio’s talented horticulture staff, will provide a lush landscape for these intricately detailed creatures. Resting below two towering yellow jonquils, a queen ant will allow guests to climb onto her back for a unique photo opportunity. The stunning 8,500-pound queen will provide an ideal vantage point for viewing an exhibit of botanical snails and bumblebees as well as brightly colored tulips, poppies, daisies, mums and daffodils.
Steps away, three 10-foot-long ants will be found attentively preparing for the warm months ahead at the mouth of a 15-foot-tall flower pot, overflowing with rainbow-hued blooms. A beautiful spring butterfly will rest atop the oversized pot while a towering 28-foot spade will stand nearby. Overhead, bumble bees made of preserved sunflowers pause mid-flight in their tireless search for nectar.
Close-by another first for Bellagio’s Conservatory, five giant mushrooms – ranging in size from 5 to 15 feet tall – will provide a natural canopy for the pair of 6-feet-tall ants found communicating below.
A jardin à la française, or French garden, will complete this fantasy botanical wonderland. Within its fragrant symmetrical borders, a large anthill will be flanked by two water spheres. A 3-foot-long ant will be seen crawling into the golden sunlight from its earthen tunnel as its industrious counterpart works nearby.
Throughout this mesmerizing exhibit, botany fans will delight to find a rare exhibition of 10 potted olive trees, each more than 100 years old. Over the years, these ancient trees have been carefully sculptured into oversized bonsai presentations.
Access to the spring exhibit within Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens is complimentary to the public and will be on display March 14 through May 9.
# # #
Spring Exhibit Facts
Display dates: March 14 – May 9
Ant Artist: Susan P. Cochran
Ant Total: 7 ants will be on display
Ant Dimensions:
Weight 800 to 8,500 pounds
Length 5 to 24 feet (queen ant)
Height 3 to 6 feet
Width 6 to 19 feet
Olive trees: 100+ years old
Flower pot: 15 feet tall
Spade: 28 feet tall
Mushrooms: 5 to 15 feet tall
Media Contact:
Shant Apelian
MGM MIRAGE Public Relations
(702) 650-7562
sapelian01@mgmmirage.com
Bright Blooms and Fantastical Oversized Ants Celebrate Beauty and Whimsy of
Mother Nature’s Busiest Season
LAS VEGAS – In celebration of spring, Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens will feature a spectacular floral exhibition filled with vivid blooms and a magnificent one-of-a-kind series of large-scale bronze sculptural ants. Inspired by the social nature of these industrious creatures, American artist Susan P. Cochran created a seven-member colony that represents the ideals of cooperation and teamwork.
Four enchanting gardens, created by Bellagio’s talented horticulture staff, will provide a lush landscape for these intricately detailed creatures. Resting below two towering yellow jonquils, a queen ant will allow guests to climb onto her back for a unique photo opportunity. The stunning 8,500-pound queen will provide an ideal vantage point for viewing an exhibit of botanical snails and bumblebees as well as brightly colored tulips, poppies, daisies, mums and daffodils.
Steps away, three 10-foot-long ants will be found attentively preparing for the warm months ahead at the mouth of a 15-foot-tall flower pot, overflowing with rainbow-hued blooms. A beautiful spring butterfly will rest atop the oversized pot while a towering 28-foot spade will stand nearby. Overhead, bumble bees made of preserved sunflowers pause mid-flight in their tireless search for nectar.
Close-by another first for Bellagio’s Conservatory, five giant mushrooms – ranging in size from 5 to 15 feet tall – will provide a natural canopy for the pair of 6-feet-tall ants found communicating below.
A jardin à la française, or French garden, will complete this fantasy botanical wonderland. Within its fragrant symmetrical borders, a large anthill will be flanked by two water spheres. A 3-foot-long ant will be seen crawling into the golden sunlight from its earthen tunnel as its industrious counterpart works nearby.
Throughout this mesmerizing exhibit, botany fans will delight to find a rare exhibition of 10 potted olive trees, each more than 100 years old. Over the years, these ancient trees have been carefully sculptured into oversized bonsai presentations.
Access to the spring exhibit within Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens is complimentary to the public and will be on display March 14 through May 9.
# # #
Spring Exhibit Facts
Display dates: March 14 – May 9
Ant Artist: Susan P. Cochran
Ant Total: 7 ants will be on display
Ant Dimensions:
Weight 800 to 8,500 pounds
Length 5 to 24 feet (queen ant)
Height 3 to 6 feet
Width 6 to 19 feet
Olive trees: 100+ years old
Flower pot: 15 feet tall
Spade: 28 feet tall
Mushrooms: 5 to 15 feet tall
Media Contact:
Shant Apelian
MGM MIRAGE Public Relations
(702) 650-7562
sapelian01@mgmmirage.com
Monday, June 1, 2009
What happens in Vegas
NHL to Host its Annual Awards in Las Vegas
For the first time ever, the National Hockey League will host its 2009 Awards in Las Vegas at The Pearl at Palms. The NHL is bringing its annual awards celebration to Las Vegas as part of a three-year agreement with the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority. The 2009 NHL Awards celebration will feature the League naming its top players for the regular season in a host of categories including, most valuable player, outstanding goaltender, outstanding defenseman and outstanding rookie. Tickets are on sale now for the June 18th event and can be purchased at Ticketmaster.com.
CineVegas to Host 11th Annual Film Festival
The 11th Annual CineVegas Film Festival will kick off with the world premiere of Hue Rhodes’ Saint John of Las Vegas, along with eight other films. The 2009 Festival will be held June 10-15 at the Palms Casino Resort and Brenden Theatres. The Festival will also offer a selection of world and U.S. premieres of documentaries, advance screenings of high-profile films, the best new independent films, and a program of shorts and features from Nevada filmmakers. For more information, please contact Kelly Frey, CineVegas, kelly.frey@cinevegas.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.
Don Bull Productions Brings Bullfighting to Las Vegas
Don Bull Productions will bring six days of bloodless bullfighting to Las Vegas for the first time ever this September. In conjunction with Mexican Independence Day festivities, the South Point Arena, located inside the South Point Hotel & Casino will welcome some of the best bullfighters in the world. Using specially designed adhesive Velcro pads instead of traditional banderillas, rejones and steel harpoons, competitors are able to preserve the existence of the toros while keeping the excitement and skill of traditional bullfighting alive. Events will take place Sept. 14 & 15 and Sept. 27-30 and will feature world-famous bullfighters Eulalio Lopex “El Zotoluco” (Mexico), Federico Pizzaro (Mexico), Antonio Barrera (Spain), Jorge Hernandez Garate (Mexico) and many more. For more information, please contact Craig Nyman, Kirvin Doak Communications, cnyman@kirvindoak.com.
CityCenter Nears Completion as it Tops Out Veer Towers
CityCenter is celebrating a milestone with the recent “topping out” of its dramatically inclining high-rise condominiums, Veer Towers. It is the final residential component to be topped out in preparation of the urban resort destination’s opening later this year. Designed by Helmut Jahn, Veer Towers features two glass towers that rise 37 stories and incline at five-degree angles. At peak, approximately 700 construction workers will work on Veer Towers. For more information, please contact Natalie Mounier, Kirvin Doak Communications, nmounier@kirvindoak.com.
El Cortez Opens New Boutique Hotel in Fremont East District
The El Cortez Hotel & Casino has opened its new Cabana Suites, providing a new form of luxury to downtown Las Vegas with plush rooms and high-tech amenities. With 64 rooms, the Cabana Suites will bring an artistic, boutique style with its sleek design and vintage Miami feel. Amenities include HDTVs, iPod speaker docks and WiFi. The property also has a state-of-the-art fitness center, business center and is conveniently located next to some of the Fremont East District’s trendiest bars. For more information, please contact Matt Guidish, Kirvin Doak Communications, mguidish@kirvindoak.com.
The Smith Center for the Performing Arts Celebrates its Groundbreaking
The Smith Center for the Performing Arts celebrated its groundbreaking on May 26 with a ceremonial carillon bell casting and ringing. A 4.75-acre complex housing the Nevada Ballet Theatre and the Las Vegas Philharmonic, The Smith Center will become the cultural hub of Las Vegas when it opens in the Union Park 61-acre development in downtown Las Vegas in early 2012. Designed to address the needs of community residents, The Smith Center will offer a blend of performances by local arts groups as well as first-run touring attractions. It will feature music, theater, and dance companies who celebrate cultures from all over the world. For more information, please contact Morgan Kise, Kirvin Doak Communications, mkise@kirvindoak.com.
Pool Season in Full Swing at Flamingo Las Vegas
Set in a sprawling 15-acre tropical retreat, the pool at Flamingo Las Vegas has opened for the summer season. The pool complex includes the Flamingo’s adults-only GO Pool offering European-style sunbathing in a secluded area, as well as tan ambassadors, drink specials, luxury cabanas and water activities such as floating beer pong and water volleyball. Guests looking to stay at the Flamingo this summer can book the “Go Get Wet” hotel package. Starting at just $69 a night, guests stay in a Flamingo GO Room and receive two complimentary cocktails. For more information, please contact Jamie Nielsen, Harrah’s Entertainment, jnielsen@harrahs.com.
Friday Night Equals Endless Seafood and Beer at Seasons
Seafood and beer is what guests can expect Friday nights at Seasons Buffet inside Silverton Casino Lodge. Seasons recently launched its new Seafood Buffet, which features delectable seafood dishes from American, Asian and Mediterranean cultures, as well as an endless supply of domestic beer. The buffet includes a soup and salad station, hot and chilled seafood selections, Asian and Italian seafood stations and a dessert bar. For more information, please contact Spence Johnson, BRAINtrust Marketing + Communications, spence@braintrustlv.com.
Select MGM MIRAGE Resorts Offer “Buffet All Day” Bargains
MGM Grand Buffet invites guests to take advantage of a $29.99 “All-Day Meal Pass.” Available Monday through Thursday, each pass allows for one breakfast, one lunch and one dinner – a savings of almost 50 percent. At Excalibur’s Roundtable Buffet, patrons can “Buffet All Day” for $25 per guest. Offering a savings of more than $20 off regular pricing, the value package includes VIP buffet line passes and unlimited reentry privileges. At Cravings Buffet at The Mirage, dinner guests can enjoy an “Early Bird Special” of $19.95 when they dine between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. For more information, please contact Jessica Gildar, MGM MIRAGE, jgildar@mgmmirage.com.
Imperial Palace Welcomes “Imperial Hawaiian Luau” Season
Now in its 18th year, the Imperial Palace has brought back its poolside “Imperial Hawaiian Luau.” The open-air dinner show features an all-you-can-eat buffet, all-you-can-drink adult beverages and a souvenir Pagoda cup. From the sights of the ten beautiful Pacific-Island dancers, to the sounds of the drums and conch shell, to the taste of the finest Pacific-Island Cuisine, the luau is a journey for the senses. The 90-minute dinner show features live music and traditional dances and costuming from several of the Pacific Islands including Hawaii, Tonga, Fiji and Samoa. The island-themed cuisine is a plentiful offering of roasted pig, seafood, an extensive dessert bar and many other island favorites. The Luau is offered every Tuesday and Saturday through Sept. 29. For more information, please contact Michelle Mosbacher, Harrah’s Entertainment, mmosbacher@harrahs.com.
Chef Paul Bartolotta Wins the James Beard Foundation Award
Paul Bartolotta, chef of Bartolotta Ristorante di Mare at Wynn Las Vegas, received the James Beard Foundation Award for Best Chef Southwest on May 4. Bartolotta previously won the 1994 Best Chef, Midwest James Beard Award when he helmed the kitchen of Chicago's Spiaggia, which received four-star ratings from both the Chicago Tribune and Chicago magazine. Bartolotta Ristorante di Mare, which received a 2006 James Beard nomination for Best New Restaurant, offers a simple, yet refined Italian menu that redefines traditional American notions of Italian dining. For more information, please contact Amy Rossetti, Wynn Las Vegas, amy.rossetti@wynnlasvegas.com.
For the first time ever, the National Hockey League will host its 2009 Awards in Las Vegas at The Pearl at Palms. The NHL is bringing its annual awards celebration to Las Vegas as part of a three-year agreement with the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority. The 2009 NHL Awards celebration will feature the League naming its top players for the regular season in a host of categories including, most valuable player, outstanding goaltender, outstanding defenseman and outstanding rookie. Tickets are on sale now for the June 18th event and can be purchased at Ticketmaster.com.
CineVegas to Host 11th Annual Film Festival
The 11th Annual CineVegas Film Festival will kick off with the world premiere of Hue Rhodes’ Saint John of Las Vegas, along with eight other films. The 2009 Festival will be held June 10-15 at the Palms Casino Resort and Brenden Theatres. The Festival will also offer a selection of world and U.S. premieres of documentaries, advance screenings of high-profile films, the best new independent films, and a program of shorts and features from Nevada filmmakers. For more information, please contact Kelly Frey, CineVegas, kelly.frey@cinevegas.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.
Don Bull Productions Brings Bullfighting to Las Vegas
Don Bull Productions will bring six days of bloodless bullfighting to Las Vegas for the first time ever this September. In conjunction with Mexican Independence Day festivities, the South Point Arena, located inside the South Point Hotel & Casino will welcome some of the best bullfighters in the world. Using specially designed adhesive Velcro pads instead of traditional banderillas, rejones and steel harpoons, competitors are able to preserve the existence of the toros while keeping the excitement and skill of traditional bullfighting alive. Events will take place Sept. 14 & 15 and Sept. 27-30 and will feature world-famous bullfighters Eulalio Lopex “El Zotoluco” (Mexico), Federico Pizzaro (Mexico), Antonio Barrera (Spain), Jorge Hernandez Garate (Mexico) and many more. For more information, please contact Craig Nyman, Kirvin Doak Communications, cnyman@kirvindoak.com.
CityCenter Nears Completion as it Tops Out Veer Towers
CityCenter is celebrating a milestone with the recent “topping out” of its dramatically inclining high-rise condominiums, Veer Towers. It is the final residential component to be topped out in preparation of the urban resort destination’s opening later this year. Designed by Helmut Jahn, Veer Towers features two glass towers that rise 37 stories and incline at five-degree angles. At peak, approximately 700 construction workers will work on Veer Towers. For more information, please contact Natalie Mounier, Kirvin Doak Communications, nmounier@kirvindoak.com.
El Cortez Opens New Boutique Hotel in Fremont East District
The El Cortez Hotel & Casino has opened its new Cabana Suites, providing a new form of luxury to downtown Las Vegas with plush rooms and high-tech amenities. With 64 rooms, the Cabana Suites will bring an artistic, boutique style with its sleek design and vintage Miami feel. Amenities include HDTVs, iPod speaker docks and WiFi. The property also has a state-of-the-art fitness center, business center and is conveniently located next to some of the Fremont East District’s trendiest bars. For more information, please contact Matt Guidish, Kirvin Doak Communications, mguidish@kirvindoak.com.
The Smith Center for the Performing Arts Celebrates its Groundbreaking
The Smith Center for the Performing Arts celebrated its groundbreaking on May 26 with a ceremonial carillon bell casting and ringing. A 4.75-acre complex housing the Nevada Ballet Theatre and the Las Vegas Philharmonic, The Smith Center will become the cultural hub of Las Vegas when it opens in the Union Park 61-acre development in downtown Las Vegas in early 2012. Designed to address the needs of community residents, The Smith Center will offer a blend of performances by local arts groups as well as first-run touring attractions. It will feature music, theater, and dance companies who celebrate cultures from all over the world. For more information, please contact Morgan Kise, Kirvin Doak Communications, mkise@kirvindoak.com.
Pool Season in Full Swing at Flamingo Las Vegas
Set in a sprawling 15-acre tropical retreat, the pool at Flamingo Las Vegas has opened for the summer season. The pool complex includes the Flamingo’s adults-only GO Pool offering European-style sunbathing in a secluded area, as well as tan ambassadors, drink specials, luxury cabanas and water activities such as floating beer pong and water volleyball. Guests looking to stay at the Flamingo this summer can book the “Go Get Wet” hotel package. Starting at just $69 a night, guests stay in a Flamingo GO Room and receive two complimentary cocktails. For more information, please contact Jamie Nielsen, Harrah’s Entertainment, jnielsen@harrahs.com.
Friday Night Equals Endless Seafood and Beer at Seasons
Seafood and beer is what guests can expect Friday nights at Seasons Buffet inside Silverton Casino Lodge. Seasons recently launched its new Seafood Buffet, which features delectable seafood dishes from American, Asian and Mediterranean cultures, as well as an endless supply of domestic beer. The buffet includes a soup and salad station, hot and chilled seafood selections, Asian and Italian seafood stations and a dessert bar. For more information, please contact Spence Johnson, BRAINtrust Marketing + Communications, spence@braintrustlv.com.
Select MGM MIRAGE Resorts Offer “Buffet All Day” Bargains
MGM Grand Buffet invites guests to take advantage of a $29.99 “All-Day Meal Pass.” Available Monday through Thursday, each pass allows for one breakfast, one lunch and one dinner – a savings of almost 50 percent. At Excalibur’s Roundtable Buffet, patrons can “Buffet All Day” for $25 per guest. Offering a savings of more than $20 off regular pricing, the value package includes VIP buffet line passes and unlimited reentry privileges. At Cravings Buffet at The Mirage, dinner guests can enjoy an “Early Bird Special” of $19.95 when they dine between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. For more information, please contact Jessica Gildar, MGM MIRAGE, jgildar@mgmmirage.com.
Imperial Palace Welcomes “Imperial Hawaiian Luau” Season
Now in its 18th year, the Imperial Palace has brought back its poolside “Imperial Hawaiian Luau.” The open-air dinner show features an all-you-can-eat buffet, all-you-can-drink adult beverages and a souvenir Pagoda cup. From the sights of the ten beautiful Pacific-Island dancers, to the sounds of the drums and conch shell, to the taste of the finest Pacific-Island Cuisine, the luau is a journey for the senses. The 90-minute dinner show features live music and traditional dances and costuming from several of the Pacific Islands including Hawaii, Tonga, Fiji and Samoa. The island-themed cuisine is a plentiful offering of roasted pig, seafood, an extensive dessert bar and many other island favorites. The Luau is offered every Tuesday and Saturday through Sept. 29. For more information, please contact Michelle Mosbacher, Harrah’s Entertainment, mmosbacher@harrahs.com.
Chef Paul Bartolotta Wins the James Beard Foundation Award
Paul Bartolotta, chef of Bartolotta Ristorante di Mare at Wynn Las Vegas, received the James Beard Foundation Award for Best Chef Southwest on May 4. Bartolotta previously won the 1994 Best Chef, Midwest James Beard Award when he helmed the kitchen of Chicago's Spiaggia, which received four-star ratings from both the Chicago Tribune and Chicago magazine. Bartolotta Ristorante di Mare, which received a 2006 James Beard nomination for Best New Restaurant, offers a simple, yet refined Italian menu that redefines traditional American notions of Italian dining. For more information, please contact Amy Rossetti, Wynn Las Vegas, amy.rossetti@wynnlasvegas.com.
Saturday, May 23, 2009
MGM
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.
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.
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.
Saturday, April 11, 2009
Las Vegas Happenings
DATELINE LAS VEGAS
APRIL 2009
Las Vegas Convention Center Celebrates 50th Anniversary
On April 12, 1959, community leaders realized their vision of Las Vegas becoming a leading convention destination when the Las Vegas Convention Center opened and hosted the World Congress of Flight. Since then, Las Vegas has become the premier convention destination and the convention center has grown to more than 3 million square feet. The Las Vegas Convention Center regularly hosts more than 1.5 million delegates per year resulting in approximately $2.5 billion in non-gaming economic impact. This month, the Convention Center celebrates its 50th anniversary. For more information, please contact Jeremy Handel, LVCVA, jhandel@lvcva.com.
New York-New York Introduces the Value Passport
New York-New York offers a variety of exhilarating nightlife – all under one roof, for one low price. With the purchase of the new $25 Value Passport, guests can party all night at a variety of venues, without breaking the bank. Deals offered with the Passport include one premium specialty cocktail at Center Bar; a pint of beer at Pour 24; a ride on The Roller Coaster at New York-New York; a pint or cocktail at Nine Fine Irishmen; admission and a brew at The Bar at Times Square; and VIP line pass admission into ROK Vegas. The Value Passport is available at the New York-New York Box Office. For more information, please contact Christi Braginton, MGM MIRAGE, cbraginton@mgmmirage.com.
Imperial Palace Las Vegas Introduces “All In” Vacation Packages
Imperial Palace announces its “All In” travel packages that offer guests the convenience of rooms plus unlimited food and beverage at a variety of locations throughout the property, a concept new to Las Vegas. The Imperial Palace’s “All In” packages start at just $95 per night. The convenient way of travel includes accommodations, unlimited trips to Emperor’s Buffet, meals at Teahouse (café open for breakfast, lunch and dinner), and all-you-can-drink alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages at casino and pool bars. For more information, please contact Jamie Nielsen-Langdon, Harrah’s Entertainment, jnielsen@harrahs.com.
The Palazzo and The Venetian Restaurants Create “Date Nite”
The Palazzo and The Venetian have created a restaurant stimulus package that will satisfy your appetite without breaking the bank. Now through April 24, “Date Nite” will feature pre-fixe menus at a cost of only $40 per person. At The Palazzo, enjoy Charlie Trotter’s Bar Charlie, Mario Batali’s Carnevino, Dos Caminos, Morels French Steakhouse & Bistro, and SUSHISAMBA. At The Venetian, the selection of restaurants includes Mario Batali’s Enoteca San Marco and Wolfgang Puck’s Postrio. Additionally, Double Helix* Wine Bar at The Shoppes at The Palazzo will be offering a specially priced glass of wine during Date Nite. For more information, please contact Amy Carlson, Venetian/Palazzo, amy.carlson@venetian.com.
Miracle Mile Shops Opens New Stores Including Three Las Vegas Firsts
Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino welcomes Las Vegas’ only Club Tattoo, founded by Linkin Park front man Chester Bennington and long time friend Sean Dowdell. The venue features talented tattoo artists, body piercers and a full line of brand apparel. Rock & Roll Religion is the Los Angeles-based company’s only Las Vegas outpost featuring brands such as English Laundry, Fender: The Clothing Collection; Jimi Hendrix: The Experience, and Da Vinci. DC Shoes, the California-based retailer, features men’s, women’s and children’s footwear inspired by an extreme sports lifestyle. American Apparel showcases a wide range of clothing items for men and women. For more information, please contact Brad Seidel, Kirvin Doak, bseidel@kirvindoak.com.
Bare Pool Lounge Opens at The Mirage
Bare pool lounge at The Mirage, The Light Group’s exclusive adult alternative to the typical Las Vegas pool experience, has opened. In its third season, Bare pool lounge has quickly become the summertime sanctuary for Hollywood’s A-list. Last summer Bare pool hosted celebrity birthday parties and live evening concerts. The ultimate in poolside pampering, Bare is defined by its two saltwater luxury dipping pools, distinctive contemporary ambiance and ultra VIP service for which The Light Group is renowned. The DJ-spun music mix sets the party mood as guests enjoy European-style sun bathing secluded by towering palms. Bare will be open Thursday through Monday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Beginning May 1, Bare will be open seven days a week from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. For more information, please contact Alex Acuna, Light Group, aacuna@lightlv.com.
Dixie’s Dam Bar at Hooters Goes Rock ‘n’ Roll
Hooters Casino Hotel recently opened Dixie’s Dam Bar, a 3,000-square-foot, laid back rock ‘n’ roll bar. Originally called Dixie’s Dam Country Bar, where country music and live bands were the norm in the venue, Hooters recently decided to change the theme of the bar to have an edgier feel. The country look has been changed to rustic decor with a touch of rock ‘n’ roll. All tunes come from a digital jukebox playing all rock hits. Dixie’s Dam Bar is open Wednesday through Saturday from 9 p.m. until the party stops. For more information, please contact Michelle Tsang, Preferred Public Relations, mtsang@preferredpublicrelations.com.
Sin City Brewing Co. Now Open Inside Flamingo Las Vegas
Sin City Brewing Co.’s second Las Vegas location is now open daily, 11 a.m. – 2 a.m., inside the Flamingo Las Vegas. The Las Vegas-based microbrewery’s newly opened outpost, located near the hotel’s guest entrance and valet, offers a full-bar experience featuring all four of Sin City’s custom brews on tap. Sin City Amber, Sin City Light, Sin City Stout and Sin City Weisse, are produced in small batches using traditional methods and premium raw materials. For more information, please contact Brad Seidel, Kirvin Doak, bseidel@kirvindoak.com.
“Sin City Bad Girls” to Open at Las Vegas Hilton
Platinum Productions will debut its super sexy, rockin’ topless revue, “Sin City Bad Girls,” on Friday, April 24, at 9 p.m. in the Las Vegas Hilton’s 340-seat Shimmer Showroom. “Sin City Bad Girls,” created and produced by entertainment executive Glenn Medas and Emmy Award-winning choreographer and director Michael Chambers, will feature a cast of eight gorgeous dancers, lead by songstress Lorena Peril backed by an electrifying live band. The only show of its kind with a live band will showcase the sounds of pulsing rock, pop, country and blues. Show time is nightly at 9 p.m., dark Sunday. For more information, please contact Shelley Mansholt, Mansholt PR, shelley@mansholtpr.com.
New Owners for The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Las Vegas
Village Hospitality, L.L.C. has purchased The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Las Vegas, the award-winning 349-room resort and spa located 17 miles from the Las Vegas Strip. The transaction closed in late February 2009. The prior owner of the resort sought reorganization in April 2008, and the acquisition by Village Hospitality concludes a 10-month bankruptcy period. For more information, please contact Bonnie Crail, Crail Communications, bcrail@crailcommunications.com.
Las Vegas to Host 2009 NHL Awards
The National Hockey League (NHL) has announced the 2009 NHL Awards will take place for the first time ever in Las Vegas on June 18, 2009. The NHL is bringing its annual awards celebration to Las Vegas as part of a three-year agreement with the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA). The 2009 NHL Awards celebration will feature the League naming its top players for the regular season in a host of categories including, most valuable player (Hart Trophy), outstanding goaltender (Vezina Trophy), outstanding defenseman (Norris Trophy) and outstanding rookie (Calder Trophy). More details regarding the 2009 NHL Awards festivities including tickets on sale, entertainment, ancillary events, broadcast details and media information will be announced at a later date. For more information, please contact Kerry McGovern, NHL, kmcgovern@nhl.com.
17th Annual Las Vegas City of Lights Jazz Festival Returns
Michael Schivo Presents has teamed up with Las Vegas Events (LVE), the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA), 105.7 Smooth Jazz, KJLH Radio Free and KTWV radio - The Wave in Los Angeles -- to co-sponsor the 17th Annual Las Vegas City of Lights Jazz Festival on Saturday, April 25, 2009. By popular demand, the festival now has a new location at Government Amphitheater. The festival starts at 1 p.m. and ends at 10 p.m. The lineup includes handpicked musicians to entertain throughout the day and night including Boney James, Wayman Tisdale, Incognito lead singer Maysa, Marion Meadows and Jessy J. For more information, please visit www.yourjazz.com.
APRIL 2009
Las Vegas Convention Center Celebrates 50th Anniversary
On April 12, 1959, community leaders realized their vision of Las Vegas becoming a leading convention destination when the Las Vegas Convention Center opened and hosted the World Congress of Flight. Since then, Las Vegas has become the premier convention destination and the convention center has grown to more than 3 million square feet. The Las Vegas Convention Center regularly hosts more than 1.5 million delegates per year resulting in approximately $2.5 billion in non-gaming economic impact. This month, the Convention Center celebrates its 50th anniversary. For more information, please contact Jeremy Handel, LVCVA, jhandel@lvcva.com.
New York-New York Introduces the Value Passport
New York-New York offers a variety of exhilarating nightlife – all under one roof, for one low price. With the purchase of the new $25 Value Passport, guests can party all night at a variety of venues, without breaking the bank. Deals offered with the Passport include one premium specialty cocktail at Center Bar; a pint of beer at Pour 24; a ride on The Roller Coaster at New York-New York; a pint or cocktail at Nine Fine Irishmen; admission and a brew at The Bar at Times Square; and VIP line pass admission into ROK Vegas. The Value Passport is available at the New York-New York Box Office. For more information, please contact Christi Braginton, MGM MIRAGE, cbraginton@mgmmirage.com.
Imperial Palace Las Vegas Introduces “All In” Vacation Packages
Imperial Palace announces its “All In” travel packages that offer guests the convenience of rooms plus unlimited food and beverage at a variety of locations throughout the property, a concept new to Las Vegas. The Imperial Palace’s “All In” packages start at just $95 per night. The convenient way of travel includes accommodations, unlimited trips to Emperor’s Buffet, meals at Teahouse (café open for breakfast, lunch and dinner), and all-you-can-drink alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages at casino and pool bars. For more information, please contact Jamie Nielsen-Langdon, Harrah’s Entertainment, jnielsen@harrahs.com.
The Palazzo and The Venetian Restaurants Create “Date Nite”
The Palazzo and The Venetian have created a restaurant stimulus package that will satisfy your appetite without breaking the bank. Now through April 24, “Date Nite” will feature pre-fixe menus at a cost of only $40 per person. At The Palazzo, enjoy Charlie Trotter’s Bar Charlie, Mario Batali’s Carnevino, Dos Caminos, Morels French Steakhouse & Bistro, and SUSHISAMBA. At The Venetian, the selection of restaurants includes Mario Batali’s Enoteca San Marco and Wolfgang Puck’s Postrio. Additionally, Double Helix* Wine Bar at The Shoppes at The Palazzo will be offering a specially priced glass of wine during Date Nite. For more information, please contact Amy Carlson, Venetian/Palazzo, amy.carlson@venetian.com.
Miracle Mile Shops Opens New Stores Including Three Las Vegas Firsts
Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino welcomes Las Vegas’ only Club Tattoo, founded by Linkin Park front man Chester Bennington and long time friend Sean Dowdell. The venue features talented tattoo artists, body piercers and a full line of brand apparel. Rock & Roll Religion is the Los Angeles-based company’s only Las Vegas outpost featuring brands such as English Laundry, Fender: The Clothing Collection; Jimi Hendrix: The Experience, and Da Vinci. DC Shoes, the California-based retailer, features men’s, women’s and children’s footwear inspired by an extreme sports lifestyle. American Apparel showcases a wide range of clothing items for men and women. For more information, please contact Brad Seidel, Kirvin Doak, bseidel@kirvindoak.com.
Bare Pool Lounge Opens at The Mirage
Bare pool lounge at The Mirage, The Light Group’s exclusive adult alternative to the typical Las Vegas pool experience, has opened. In its third season, Bare pool lounge has quickly become the summertime sanctuary for Hollywood’s A-list. Last summer Bare pool hosted celebrity birthday parties and live evening concerts. The ultimate in poolside pampering, Bare is defined by its two saltwater luxury dipping pools, distinctive contemporary ambiance and ultra VIP service for which The Light Group is renowned. The DJ-spun music mix sets the party mood as guests enjoy European-style sun bathing secluded by towering palms. Bare will be open Thursday through Monday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Beginning May 1, Bare will be open seven days a week from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. For more information, please contact Alex Acuna, Light Group, aacuna@lightlv.com.
Dixie’s Dam Bar at Hooters Goes Rock ‘n’ Roll
Hooters Casino Hotel recently opened Dixie’s Dam Bar, a 3,000-square-foot, laid back rock ‘n’ roll bar. Originally called Dixie’s Dam Country Bar, where country music and live bands were the norm in the venue, Hooters recently decided to change the theme of the bar to have an edgier feel. The country look has been changed to rustic decor with a touch of rock ‘n’ roll. All tunes come from a digital jukebox playing all rock hits. Dixie’s Dam Bar is open Wednesday through Saturday from 9 p.m. until the party stops. For more information, please contact Michelle Tsang, Preferred Public Relations, mtsang@preferredpublicrelations.com.
Sin City Brewing Co. Now Open Inside Flamingo Las Vegas
Sin City Brewing Co.’s second Las Vegas location is now open daily, 11 a.m. – 2 a.m., inside the Flamingo Las Vegas. The Las Vegas-based microbrewery’s newly opened outpost, located near the hotel’s guest entrance and valet, offers a full-bar experience featuring all four of Sin City’s custom brews on tap. Sin City Amber, Sin City Light, Sin City Stout and Sin City Weisse, are produced in small batches using traditional methods and premium raw materials. For more information, please contact Brad Seidel, Kirvin Doak, bseidel@kirvindoak.com.
“Sin City Bad Girls” to Open at Las Vegas Hilton
Platinum Productions will debut its super sexy, rockin’ topless revue, “Sin City Bad Girls,” on Friday, April 24, at 9 p.m. in the Las Vegas Hilton’s 340-seat Shimmer Showroom. “Sin City Bad Girls,” created and produced by entertainment executive Glenn Medas and Emmy Award-winning choreographer and director Michael Chambers, will feature a cast of eight gorgeous dancers, lead by songstress Lorena Peril backed by an electrifying live band. The only show of its kind with a live band will showcase the sounds of pulsing rock, pop, country and blues. Show time is nightly at 9 p.m., dark Sunday. For more information, please contact Shelley Mansholt, Mansholt PR, shelley@mansholtpr.com.
New Owners for The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Las Vegas
Village Hospitality, L.L.C. has purchased The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Las Vegas, the award-winning 349-room resort and spa located 17 miles from the Las Vegas Strip. The transaction closed in late February 2009. The prior owner of the resort sought reorganization in April 2008, and the acquisition by Village Hospitality concludes a 10-month bankruptcy period. For more information, please contact Bonnie Crail, Crail Communications, bcrail@crailcommunications.com.
Las Vegas to Host 2009 NHL Awards
The National Hockey League (NHL) has announced the 2009 NHL Awards will take place for the first time ever in Las Vegas on June 18, 2009. The NHL is bringing its annual awards celebration to Las Vegas as part of a three-year agreement with the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA). The 2009 NHL Awards celebration will feature the League naming its top players for the regular season in a host of categories including, most valuable player (Hart Trophy), outstanding goaltender (Vezina Trophy), outstanding defenseman (Norris Trophy) and outstanding rookie (Calder Trophy). More details regarding the 2009 NHL Awards festivities including tickets on sale, entertainment, ancillary events, broadcast details and media information will be announced at a later date. For more information, please contact Kerry McGovern, NHL, kmcgovern@nhl.com.
17th Annual Las Vegas City of Lights Jazz Festival Returns
Michael Schivo Presents has teamed up with Las Vegas Events (LVE), the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA), 105.7 Smooth Jazz, KJLH Radio Free and KTWV radio - The Wave in Los Angeles -- to co-sponsor the 17th Annual Las Vegas City of Lights Jazz Festival on Saturday, April 25, 2009. By popular demand, the festival now has a new location at Government Amphitheater. The festival starts at 1 p.m. and ends at 10 p.m. The lineup includes handpicked musicians to entertain throughout the day and night including Boney James, Wayman Tisdale, Incognito lead singer Maysa, Marion Meadows and Jessy J. For more information, please visit www.yourjazz.com.
Wednesday, March 11, 2009
Las Vegas Happenings
DATELINE LAS VEGAS
MARCH 2009
M Resort, Spa and Casino Opens
On March 1, M Resort, Spa and Casino opened its doors for business. M Resort, Spa and Casino is located on over 90 acres at the southeast corner of St. Rose Parkway and Las Vegas Boulevard. Situated higher in elevation than other resort-casinos on the Las Vegas Strip, the M Resort provides optimal views of the world-famous Las Vegas skyline from its guest rooms, suites, conference center and restaurants. The resort features 390 guest rooms and suites, over 92,000 square feet of gaming, more than 60,000 square feet of meeting and conference space, and a variety of luxury amenities including a partnership with Taubman Centers, Inc. to bring in up to one million square feet of retail. The resort also features a 14-screen digital movie entertainment complex, nine restaurants and a state-of-the-art spa and fitness center. For more information, visit www.theMresort.com or contact Rina Foster, Preferred Public Relations, rina@preferredpublicrelations.com.
Vdara Now Accepting Reservations
This October, MGM MIRAGE will introduce its newest luxury boutique hotel on the world-famous Strip, Vdara at CityCenter. Vdara is now accepting reservations for Oct. 1, 2009 and beyond. Soaring 57 stories, Vdara will offer 1,495 suites including 250 corner-view units, ranging from approximately 500 to 1,650 square feet. Amenities will include a two-level spa, salon and fitness facility; Silk Road, a modern trans-ethnic restaurant; Bar Vdara, an eclectic lobby lounge; The Sky Pool & Lounge with spa cabanas and semi-secluded plunge pools; The Gourmet Grocer offering a variety of produce and gourmet foods; 24-hour in-suite dining; housekeeping; valet parking and much more. Vdara’s opening will deliver the first glimpse into this urban metropolis. Nightly rates will range from $159 to $2,000. For more information, please contact Jennifer Hanson, Kirvin Doak Communications, jhanson@kirvindoak.com.
Zowie Bowie to Open at The Palms
Las Vegas sensation Zowie Bowie, one of the most popular nightclub acts in the country, will begin performing at The Palms Casino Resort every Friday and Saturday night at 10:00 p.m. and midnight beginning March 6. Zowie Bowie has been bringing a unique blend of today’s hottest dance, hip-hop, Top 40 and classic Las Vegas music to audiences for the past three years as headliners at Red Rock Casino Resort & Spa. Zowie Bowie features the musical talent of Chris Phillips, Marley Taylor and a high voltage band that has become a Las Vegas mainstay. The show will be located in “The Lounge” in The Palms, which is being renovated to accommodate the new show. For more information, please contact Larry Fink, The Palms, larry.fink@palms.com.
The Mirage Comes to Life with Terry Fator & His Cast of Thousands
After entertaining millions of fans across the country with his highly successful tour, Terry Fator takes permanent residence at The Mirage with his new show Terry Fator & His Cast of Thousands. Winner of NBC’s 2007 season of “America’s Got Talent,” the celebrity impressionist, singer, comedian and ventriloquist has been perfecting his craft for 32 years, all to achieve his dream of becoming a Las Vegas Strip headliner. On February 14, 2009 Fator began preview performances in the Terry Fator Theatre, with regularly scheduled performances beginning March 17, 2009. Terry Fator will perform Tuesday - Saturday at 7:30 p.m.; dark Sunday and Monday. Guests must be 5 years of age or older to attend. For more information, please contact Adrianne Offermann, Kirvin Doak Communications, aoffermann@kirvindoak.com.
Platinum Masters’ Monster Circus Comes to the Las Vegas Hilton
Monster Circus opens to all rock fans on March 19 inside the Las Vegas Hilton Theater. A truly unique spectacle, Monster Circus combines a high-octane live rock concert with sexy dancers, human circus acts, aerialists and a tour bus full of platinum certified rock stars. An irreverent ringmaster along with Sicko The Clown, Monster Circus’ mascot, lead the audience along the 75-minute journey through the powerhouse rock and metal anthems of the ’70s, ’80s and ’90s. Rock artists include Rudy Sarzo (DIO and formerly of Whitesnake, Quiet Riot and Ozzy Osbourne), John Corabi (formerly of Mötley Crüe and Ratt), Fred Coury (Cinderella), Bruce Kulick (formerly of KISS) and Tony Montana (formerly of Great White). The circus is in town six nights a month on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights with an 11 p.m. show time. For more information, please contact Alissa Kelly, PR Plus, Alissa@prpluslv.com.
Elton John’s “The Red Piano” Final Engagement at Caesars Palace
Acclaimed singer, songwriter and performer, Elton John returns to The Colosseum at Caesars Palace for his final engagement of his hit show “The Red Piano.” Final performances will be April 7 -8, April 10-12, April 14-16, April 18-19, and April 21 – 22. “The Red Piano” was originally booked for 75 shows over three years. Responding to overwhelming demand, the resort accelerated the number of shows presented each year, completing the original commitment in only 18 months. During this time, Caesars Palace extended the agreement for an additional 166 shows for a final engagement total of 241. For more information, please contact Celena Haas, Caesars Palace, chaas@caesarspalace.com.
Miracle Mile Shops Announces New Fountain Feature
Located inside the Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, a new multi-million dollar water feature transforms from a tranquil piece of art into an entertainment centerpiece. As the center’s latest free attraction, the fountain entertains and inspires onlookers with lighted water effects and eruptions 50 feet high, color changing fog, bursts of light and dramatic, original soundtracks broadcast via a state-of-the-art surround sound system. For more information, please contact Brad Seidel, Kirvin Doak, bseidel@kirvindoak.com.
ElevenSpa Brings Hollywood Glamour to Las Vegas
ElevenSpa, the new luxury spa featuring a salon by world-renowned celebrity hairstylist, Ken Paves, has opened at Town Square. With elements of old Hollywood fused throughout the 20,000 square-foot facility, ElevenSpa Vegas was envisioned by Nicole Oden to look and feel like the Beverly Hills Hotel. With 28 treatment rooms, 6 make-up stations, a manicure bar and pedicure room, a hand ritual fountain and a full-service Ken Paves signature salon featuring 12 styling stations, ElevenSpa Vegas surpasses ordinary. For more information, please contact Leslie Thuet, Preferred Public Relations, leslie@preferredpublicrelations.com.
The Spa at Four Seasons Las Vegas Now Offers Ajne Parfum Demi-Blending
The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas has joined forces with leading natural perfumer Ajne to unveil the ultimate in custom pampering - an innovative Demi-Blend experience in which guests create their own signature fragrance. The Demi-Blend experience consists of guests enjoying a one-on-one appointment with The Spa’s mélanger, a trained specialist who will create a customized experience especially for them. Each of the unique fragrances at the Ajne Rare & Precious Blending Bar is based on the ancient Chakra system. For more information, please contact Erica Johnson-McElroy, Four Seasons, Erica.johnson-mcelroy@fourseasons.com.
The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Las Vegas Announces New Golf Packages
The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Las Vegas has unveiled two premium golf packages. For aficionados of prestige links and for those who relish variety in their play, the new offering includes a Golfer’s Dream package with access to acclaimed Cascata, and a one-to-four-night Golf-Around providing a choice of award-winning courses for daily play. The Golfer’s Dream package, from $649 per night, includes deluxe, lake-view accommodations, one round of golf at Cascata, cart and forecaddie, and more. The Las Vegas Golf-Around, from $379 per night, includes deluxe lake-view accommodations, one round of golf at Reflection Bay, Rio Secco or Revere at Anthem, cart and much more. For more information, please contact Bonnie Crail, Crail Communications, bcrail@crailcommunications.com.
Five Days of Blarney at J.C. Wooloughan Irish Pub
J.C. Wooloughan Irish Pub in the JW Marriott Las Vegas will host a five-day festival to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day from March 13-17. The festival will include Irish Happy Hours, performances by The Wild Celts, the Martin Percival School of Irish Dance, Thompson/O’Keefe, John Windsor, Playground and Tartanic, a traditional Irish brunch and plenty of Irish food and beverage. For more information, please contact Barb McGettigan, Roughley Speaking PR, barb@roughleyspeakingpr.com.
McFadden’s St. Patrick’s Day Extravaganza
McFadden’s Restaurant and Saloon at the Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino will celebrate St. Patrick’s Day on March 17 with an all-day and night party, concluding with a “Last Man Standing” and Green Bikini contest. McFadden’s will kick-off St. Patrick’s Day with an all-you-can-eat Irish breakfast and all-you-can-drink domestic draft green beer. From there, the restaurant and saloon will offer various all-day drink specials. Irish dancers, leprechauns and bag pipe players will be entertaining at McFadden’s all night long, gearing the crowd up for the biggest St. Patrick’s Day party in Las Vegas. For more information, please contact Jessica Murray, Wicked Creative, Jessica.murray@wickedcreative.com.
Show Your Irish Pride at New York-New York
Celebrate the luck of the Irish this St. Patrick’s Day at New York-New York. The hotel’s annual Celtic Feis (festival) will offer the best in traditional Irish fare and music. A three-day party at Nine Fine Irishmen and outside on New York-New York’s Brooklyn Bridge will kick-off March 14 and continue through the wee hours of St. Paddy’s Day, March 17. Entertainment will be provided by Irish favorites Ri Ra and U2 cover band Rattle and Hum, among others. A $25 three-day pass will be available for March 14-16 and will include three complimentary draft beers. For more information, please contact Sandy Zanella, MGM MIRAGE, zanellas@mgmmirage.com.
NEW MULTI-LANGUAGE WEB SITES SEND WARM LAS VEGAS WELCOME
TO NON-ENGLISH-SPEAKING GUESTS
Resort Web Sites Offer Everything from Information to Booking
LAS VEGAS – While a few resorts offer Spanish versions of their main pages, until now no one on the Las Vegas Strip had taken the next step; allowing guests to book rooms online in their own language with no interpreter needed. Now, Spanish and German-speaking guests can plan and book their vacation directly on some of the most popular Las Vegas-resort Web sites.
The language-option booking engines were launched this February on all Las Vegas MGM MIRAGE property sites including Bellagio, Mandalay Bay, The Mirage and MGM Grand. With easy access on the home page via drop-down menus, Spanish and German-speaking visitors enjoy language-specific sites as well as the option of booking their stay in their native tongue. French, Italian and Japanese-speaking guests currently benefit from dedicated Web sites, with plans to add the custom booking engines later this year. Plans also call for the addition of other languages.
“Our push to enable visitors to browse and book in their own language confirms our commitment to our guests,” said Lou Ragg, executive director of Internet Operations and Marketing for MGM MIRAGE.
Citywide, roughly 12 percent of visitors are from outside U.S. borders, although some properties average a significantly higher percentage than the city-at-large.
H. Fletch Brunelle, senior vice president of Hotel Sales and Marketing at Bellagio, said, “This past summer, we peaked at more than one third of leisure customers coming from overseas. It’s a growing trend, and we believe that providing our guests with the capability to book online direct in their own language is a big asset.”
The Spanish and German booking engines are already having an impact. The Spanish-language booking engine was used to make room reservations at Bellagio within 24 hours of the site going live. “We know that both domestic and international visitors are taking advantage of our new sites,” Ragg said. “It makes us proud to provide a service that was sorely lacking in the market.”
The Web sites of the Las Vegas MGM MIRAGE resorts can be found at www.bellagio.com, www.mgmgrand.com, www.mandalaybay.com, www.mirage.com, www.treasureisland.com, www.montecarlo.com, www.nynyhotelcasino.com, www.luxor.com, www.excalibur.com and www.circuscircus.com
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Media Contact:
Christi Braginton
MGM MIRAGE Public Relations
(702) 650-7532
cbraginton@mgmmirage.com
MARCH 2009
M Resort, Spa and Casino Opens
On March 1, M Resort, Spa and Casino opened its doors for business. M Resort, Spa and Casino is located on over 90 acres at the southeast corner of St. Rose Parkway and Las Vegas Boulevard. Situated higher in elevation than other resort-casinos on the Las Vegas Strip, the M Resort provides optimal views of the world-famous Las Vegas skyline from its guest rooms, suites, conference center and restaurants. The resort features 390 guest rooms and suites, over 92,000 square feet of gaming, more than 60,000 square feet of meeting and conference space, and a variety of luxury amenities including a partnership with Taubman Centers, Inc. to bring in up to one million square feet of retail. The resort also features a 14-screen digital movie entertainment complex, nine restaurants and a state-of-the-art spa and fitness center. For more information, visit www.theMresort.com or contact Rina Foster, Preferred Public Relations, rina@preferredpublicrelations.com.
Vdara Now Accepting Reservations
This October, MGM MIRAGE will introduce its newest luxury boutique hotel on the world-famous Strip, Vdara at CityCenter. Vdara is now accepting reservations for Oct. 1, 2009 and beyond. Soaring 57 stories, Vdara will offer 1,495 suites including 250 corner-view units, ranging from approximately 500 to 1,650 square feet. Amenities will include a two-level spa, salon and fitness facility; Silk Road, a modern trans-ethnic restaurant; Bar Vdara, an eclectic lobby lounge; The Sky Pool & Lounge with spa cabanas and semi-secluded plunge pools; The Gourmet Grocer offering a variety of produce and gourmet foods; 24-hour in-suite dining; housekeeping; valet parking and much more. Vdara’s opening will deliver the first glimpse into this urban metropolis. Nightly rates will range from $159 to $2,000. For more information, please contact Jennifer Hanson, Kirvin Doak Communications, jhanson@kirvindoak.com.
Zowie Bowie to Open at The Palms
Las Vegas sensation Zowie Bowie, one of the most popular nightclub acts in the country, will begin performing at The Palms Casino Resort every Friday and Saturday night at 10:00 p.m. and midnight beginning March 6. Zowie Bowie has been bringing a unique blend of today’s hottest dance, hip-hop, Top 40 and classic Las Vegas music to audiences for the past three years as headliners at Red Rock Casino Resort & Spa. Zowie Bowie features the musical talent of Chris Phillips, Marley Taylor and a high voltage band that has become a Las Vegas mainstay. The show will be located in “The Lounge” in The Palms, which is being renovated to accommodate the new show. For more information, please contact Larry Fink, The Palms, larry.fink@palms.com.
The Mirage Comes to Life with Terry Fator & His Cast of Thousands
After entertaining millions of fans across the country with his highly successful tour, Terry Fator takes permanent residence at The Mirage with his new show Terry Fator & His Cast of Thousands. Winner of NBC’s 2007 season of “America’s Got Talent,” the celebrity impressionist, singer, comedian and ventriloquist has been perfecting his craft for 32 years, all to achieve his dream of becoming a Las Vegas Strip headliner. On February 14, 2009 Fator began preview performances in the Terry Fator Theatre, with regularly scheduled performances beginning March 17, 2009. Terry Fator will perform Tuesday - Saturday at 7:30 p.m.; dark Sunday and Monday. Guests must be 5 years of age or older to attend. For more information, please contact Adrianne Offermann, Kirvin Doak Communications, aoffermann@kirvindoak.com.
Platinum Masters’ Monster Circus Comes to the Las Vegas Hilton
Monster Circus opens to all rock fans on March 19 inside the Las Vegas Hilton Theater. A truly unique spectacle, Monster Circus combines a high-octane live rock concert with sexy dancers, human circus acts, aerialists and a tour bus full of platinum certified rock stars. An irreverent ringmaster along with Sicko The Clown, Monster Circus’ mascot, lead the audience along the 75-minute journey through the powerhouse rock and metal anthems of the ’70s, ’80s and ’90s. Rock artists include Rudy Sarzo (DIO and formerly of Whitesnake, Quiet Riot and Ozzy Osbourne), John Corabi (formerly of Mötley Crüe and Ratt), Fred Coury (Cinderella), Bruce Kulick (formerly of KISS) and Tony Montana (formerly of Great White). The circus is in town six nights a month on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights with an 11 p.m. show time. For more information, please contact Alissa Kelly, PR Plus, Alissa@prpluslv.com.
Elton John’s “The Red Piano” Final Engagement at Caesars Palace
Acclaimed singer, songwriter and performer, Elton John returns to The Colosseum at Caesars Palace for his final engagement of his hit show “The Red Piano.” Final performances will be April 7 -8, April 10-12, April 14-16, April 18-19, and April 21 – 22. “The Red Piano” was originally booked for 75 shows over three years. Responding to overwhelming demand, the resort accelerated the number of shows presented each year, completing the original commitment in only 18 months. During this time, Caesars Palace extended the agreement for an additional 166 shows for a final engagement total of 241. For more information, please contact Celena Haas, Caesars Palace, chaas@caesarspalace.com.
Miracle Mile Shops Announces New Fountain Feature
Located inside the Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, a new multi-million dollar water feature transforms from a tranquil piece of art into an entertainment centerpiece. As the center’s latest free attraction, the fountain entertains and inspires onlookers with lighted water effects and eruptions 50 feet high, color changing fog, bursts of light and dramatic, original soundtracks broadcast via a state-of-the-art surround sound system. For more information, please contact Brad Seidel, Kirvin Doak, bseidel@kirvindoak.com.
ElevenSpa Brings Hollywood Glamour to Las Vegas
ElevenSpa, the new luxury spa featuring a salon by world-renowned celebrity hairstylist, Ken Paves, has opened at Town Square. With elements of old Hollywood fused throughout the 20,000 square-foot facility, ElevenSpa Vegas was envisioned by Nicole Oden to look and feel like the Beverly Hills Hotel. With 28 treatment rooms, 6 make-up stations, a manicure bar and pedicure room, a hand ritual fountain and a full-service Ken Paves signature salon featuring 12 styling stations, ElevenSpa Vegas surpasses ordinary. For more information, please contact Leslie Thuet, Preferred Public Relations, leslie@preferredpublicrelations.com.
The Spa at Four Seasons Las Vegas Now Offers Ajne Parfum Demi-Blending
The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas has joined forces with leading natural perfumer Ajne to unveil the ultimate in custom pampering - an innovative Demi-Blend experience in which guests create their own signature fragrance. The Demi-Blend experience consists of guests enjoying a one-on-one appointment with The Spa’s mélanger, a trained specialist who will create a customized experience especially for them. Each of the unique fragrances at the Ajne Rare & Precious Blending Bar is based on the ancient Chakra system. For more information, please contact Erica Johnson-McElroy, Four Seasons, Erica.johnson-mcelroy@fourseasons.com.
The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Las Vegas Announces New Golf Packages
The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Las Vegas has unveiled two premium golf packages. For aficionados of prestige links and for those who relish variety in their play, the new offering includes a Golfer’s Dream package with access to acclaimed Cascata, and a one-to-four-night Golf-Around providing a choice of award-winning courses for daily play. The Golfer’s Dream package, from $649 per night, includes deluxe, lake-view accommodations, one round of golf at Cascata, cart and forecaddie, and more. The Las Vegas Golf-Around, from $379 per night, includes deluxe lake-view accommodations, one round of golf at Reflection Bay, Rio Secco or Revere at Anthem, cart and much more. For more information, please contact Bonnie Crail, Crail Communications, bcrail@crailcommunications.com.
Five Days of Blarney at J.C. Wooloughan Irish Pub
J.C. Wooloughan Irish Pub in the JW Marriott Las Vegas will host a five-day festival to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day from March 13-17. The festival will include Irish Happy Hours, performances by The Wild Celts, the Martin Percival School of Irish Dance, Thompson/O’Keefe, John Windsor, Playground and Tartanic, a traditional Irish brunch and plenty of Irish food and beverage. For more information, please contact Barb McGettigan, Roughley Speaking PR, barb@roughleyspeakingpr.com.
McFadden’s St. Patrick’s Day Extravaganza
McFadden’s Restaurant and Saloon at the Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino will celebrate St. Patrick’s Day on March 17 with an all-day and night party, concluding with a “Last Man Standing” and Green Bikini contest. McFadden’s will kick-off St. Patrick’s Day with an all-you-can-eat Irish breakfast and all-you-can-drink domestic draft green beer. From there, the restaurant and saloon will offer various all-day drink specials. Irish dancers, leprechauns and bag pipe players will be entertaining at McFadden’s all night long, gearing the crowd up for the biggest St. Patrick’s Day party in Las Vegas. For more information, please contact Jessica Murray, Wicked Creative, Jessica.murray@wickedcreative.com.
Show Your Irish Pride at New York-New York
Celebrate the luck of the Irish this St. Patrick’s Day at New York-New York. The hotel’s annual Celtic Feis (festival) will offer the best in traditional Irish fare and music. A three-day party at Nine Fine Irishmen and outside on New York-New York’s Brooklyn Bridge will kick-off March 14 and continue through the wee hours of St. Paddy’s Day, March 17. Entertainment will be provided by Irish favorites Ri Ra and U2 cover band Rattle and Hum, among others. A $25 three-day pass will be available for March 14-16 and will include three complimentary draft beers. For more information, please contact Sandy Zanella, MGM MIRAGE, zanellas@mgmmirage.com.
NEW MULTI-LANGUAGE WEB SITES SEND WARM LAS VEGAS WELCOME
TO NON-ENGLISH-SPEAKING GUESTS
Resort Web Sites Offer Everything from Information to Booking
LAS VEGAS – While a few resorts offer Spanish versions of their main pages, until now no one on the Las Vegas Strip had taken the next step; allowing guests to book rooms online in their own language with no interpreter needed. Now, Spanish and German-speaking guests can plan and book their vacation directly on some of the most popular Las Vegas-resort Web sites.
The language-option booking engines were launched this February on all Las Vegas MGM MIRAGE property sites including Bellagio, Mandalay Bay, The Mirage and MGM Grand. With easy access on the home page via drop-down menus, Spanish and German-speaking visitors enjoy language-specific sites as well as the option of booking their stay in their native tongue. French, Italian and Japanese-speaking guests currently benefit from dedicated Web sites, with plans to add the custom booking engines later this year. Plans also call for the addition of other languages.
“Our push to enable visitors to browse and book in their own language confirms our commitment to our guests,” said Lou Ragg, executive director of Internet Operations and Marketing for MGM MIRAGE.
Citywide, roughly 12 percent of visitors are from outside U.S. borders, although some properties average a significantly higher percentage than the city-at-large.
H. Fletch Brunelle, senior vice president of Hotel Sales and Marketing at Bellagio, said, “This past summer, we peaked at more than one third of leisure customers coming from overseas. It’s a growing trend, and we believe that providing our guests with the capability to book online direct in their own language is a big asset.”
The Spanish and German booking engines are already having an impact. The Spanish-language booking engine was used to make room reservations at Bellagio within 24 hours of the site going live. “We know that both domestic and international visitors are taking advantage of our new sites,” Ragg said. “It makes us proud to provide a service that was sorely lacking in the market.”
The Web sites of the Las Vegas MGM MIRAGE resorts can be found at www.bellagio.com, www.mgmgrand.com, www.mandalaybay.com, www.mirage.com, www.treasureisland.com, www.montecarlo.com, www.nynyhotelcasino.com, www.luxor.com, www.excalibur.com and www.circuscircus.com
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Media Contact:
Christi Braginton
MGM MIRAGE Public Relations
(702) 650-7532
cbraginton@mgmmirage.com
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