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Tim O'Reiley Gaming Guru - Page 12Don't expect any extra taxis this weekend in Las Vegas10 April 2012
LAS VEGAS -- With more than 200 drivers waving "No more cabs!" signs on red, white and blue paper, the Nevada Taxicab Authority on Monday rejected several companies' requests for temporary permits to cover a major event -- the second such rejection in recent weeks.
This time, the companies had proposed ... (read more)
MGM Resorts plans zip lines for south Strip6 April 2012
LAS VEGAS -- For visitors who think walking from Luxor to Excalibur is a little too, well, pedestrian, MGM Resorts International has come up its own version of rapid transit. The owner of both Strip resorts has commissioned plans to connect them with a zigzag of three zip lines, launching at the apex of the ... (read more)
Allegiant to charge up to $35 for carry on bag4 April 2012
LAS VEGAS -- Always seeking new ways to squeeze revenue out of passengers, Allegiant Travel has decided to charge passengers as much as $35 to store a bag in an overhead bin.
Although the Las Vegas-based airline had sent out a email memo to employees on March 30 outlining the move, it had not made a public announcement. ... (read more)
Most of casino owner's lawsuit against Fremont Street Experience dismissed4 April 2012
LAS VEGAS -- Much of a casino owner's lawsuit that included a broad challenge to the way the Fremont Street Experience is governed has been dismissed. Clark County District Court Judge Nancy Allf filed a written ruling late Monday that turned down the damages claims by Granite Gaming Group, which operates ... (read more)
Two Vegas mob tours may be one too many26 March 2012
LAS VEGAS, Nevada -- On a recent Sunday afternoon, Jim Talbot of South Deerfield, Mass., emerged from the Mob Attraction in the Tropicana Las Vegas to give it a thumbs-up for its blend of information and entertainment. A few hours later, Carol Fast of Santa Ana, Calif., stepped out of the Mob Museum in downtown Las Vegas and praised it for emphasizing history and going light on the hokum. ... (read more)
Couple accused of dice sliding in Las Vegas3 October 2011
LAS VEGAS, Nevada -- While many craps aficionados scoff at the idea that a player can effectively control the roll of the dice, Wynn Las Vegas has become a believer. The Strip resort has filed a lawsuit in Clark County District Court against frequent customers Leonardo Fernandez and Veronica Dabul, both ... (read more)
Las Vegas embraces Mexican Independence Day14 September 2011
LAS VEGAS, Nevada -- Mexican Independence Day, incorrectly thought by many Americans to be the alcohol-tinged Cinco de Mayo, has emerged as a growing force on the tourism calendar. When AeroMexico Flight 7158 rolls up to the gate at McCarran International Airport this morning, it will be the first of 23 charter flights from nine different cities that will land by Thursday evening. ... (read more)
Laughlin hopes to reverse tourism declines6 September 2011
LAUGHLIN, Nevada -- For much of the past year, several resort operators have pointed to the mess on Casino Drive as a prime culprit for their anemic finances. The $10.4 million improvement project that Clark County launched in May 2010 to re-engineer and beautify the street, the town's counterpart to the Strip, constricted cars to one lane in each direction and obstructed driveways. ... (read more)
Vegas casino reopens with new look2 September 2011
LAS VEGAS, Nevada -- The Plaza, which has gone through ups and more recently downs over the past four decades, formally reopens for business today after its owners spent nearly a year and $35 million on renovations. The upgraded hotel will feature new guest rooms, suites, all-new bars, restaurants, and entertainment options. ... (read more)
Riviera officially opens bingo room15 August 2011
LAS VEGAS, Nevada -- Although he admitted to being "kind of a dork," Sam Allen fits the profile that bingo advocates say is rejuvenating the game -- the one that caught the attention of the new management at the Riviera Hotel and Casino. At 29, he was easily four decades younger than the average player who bought into the Riviera's inaugural bingo game Friday morning. ... (read more)
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