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Venetian Status Match, Flamingo Pool Construction, Hotel Closes, Oct 1 Memorial & Airport Expanding!04 Oct 202400:20:41

Episode Description:

As a reminder you can watch this show as well at: http://www.YouTube.com/milestomemories

This week the long awaited Venetian Status Match went live after much anticipation. We go over the details including which statuses match to Venetian and what you get. More importantly we discuss what you don't get and why this match is a bit of a disappointment and probably not worth going out of your way for.

In other news more info and a dedication happened for the October 1 memorial. It will be a stunning memorial when built. We also discuss the sudden closure of Bent Inn in Downtown Las Vegas. Other topics include: Della's Kitchen closing, Vegas Vicky's birthday, heavy construction on the Flamingo pool, more paid parking coming, Phil Ruffin driving up hotel prices and where to see the Tropicana implosion from.

Episode Guide:

  • 0:00 Vegas Vicky's birthday!
  • 0:36 October 1 anniversary and memorial dedication
  • 2:19 Della's Kitchen closing
  • 3:28 Bent Inn controversy & abrupt closure in Downtown Las Vegas
  • 4:39 Even more entertainers announced for Neon City Festival
  • 5:55 More paid parking - Oyo to start charging soon
  • 6:35 Oyo garage closed for Trop implosion plus where to see it from
  • 8:45 Flamingo's GO Pool under major construction
  • 9:39 Clark County approves massive Harry Reid airport expansion
  • 11:31 Tokyo drifting on Vegas streets
  • 12:56 Phill Ruffin 2009 interview - Drive up hotel prices!
  • 14:37 More landscape removal at New York New York?
  • 16:25 Venetian's disappointing status match
  • 18:14 Should people go out of their way to match at Venetian?

About the Show:

Each week tens of thousands of people tune into our MtM Vegas news shows at http://www.YouTube.com/milestomemories. We do two news shows weekly on YouTube with this being the audio version. Never miss out on the latest happenings in and around Las Vegas!

Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com. 

You can subscribe on Apple PodcastsGoogle PodcastsSpotify or by searching "MtM Vegas" or "Miles to Memories" in your favorite podcast app. Don't forget to check out our travel/miles/points podcast as well!

Circus Circus Demo Rumors, A's Rio Stadium, Caesars Villa, Trespassed Gamblers & Bellagio's New VIP!01 Oct 202400:24:29

Episode Description:

As a reminder you can watch this show as well at: http://www.YouTube.com/milestomemories

This week a few rumors floated around social media including that the A's are shopping their stadium again. This time rumors said they met with the Rio ownership, but that has been denied. Will they end up building their stadium on the Trop site now that they have played their final game in Oakland?

In other news a rumor also circulated about Circus Circus being sold and demolished to make way for a new megaresort. We discuss why we don't think this will happen and why we still need our old Circus Circus! We also discuss the new Station Casinos tavern, a proposed casino rule that could be bad, the Artemis Villa at Caesars Palace, UNLV football rankings, Tao transforming and how to score a Criss Angel VIP experience.

Episode Guide:

  • 0:00 Lucky the Clown turns 48
  • 0:49 Paying jackpots to trespassed gamblers - New rule?
  • 2:53 Tao transforming into a roller skating rink
  • 4:35 Criss Angel releases 2025 tickets & VIP experience
  • 6:18 Update on Four Queens renovation and soundproof glass
  • 7:22 MGM Sphere is coming….to Dubai
  • 9:54 Bellagio's renovated VIP check-in
  • 10:30 Following up on Cosmo comments - Did MGM ruin it?
  • 13:15 A's end their run in Oakland - More Rio stadium rumors
  • 14:10 Aces Playoffs and UNLV ranked in both polls
  • 14:45 Station Casinos Seventy-Six first look & opening date
  • 17:00 Inside the Artemis Villa at Caesars Palace
  • 18:32 Caesars Palace's Hangover legacy
  • 19:30 Circus Circus Rumor - Demolition coming?
  • 21:07 Why Circus Circus probably isn't going away

About the Show:

Each week tens of thousands of people tune into our MtM Vegas news shows at http://www.YouTube.com/milestomemories. We do two news shows weekly on YouTube with this being the audio version. Never miss out on the latest happenings in and around Las Vegas!

Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com. 

You can subscribe on Apple PodcastsGoogle PodcastsSpotify or by searching "MtM Vegas" or "Miles to Memories" in your favorite podcast app. Don't forget to check out our travel/miles/points podcast as well!

Bally's Las Vegas Renders, Tom Brady Owns Raiders, Luxor at 31, Venetian's New Rooms & LIV's Closure18 Oct 202400:24:20

Episode Description:

As a reminder you can watch this show as well at: http://www.YouTube.com/milestomemories

This week a couple of planning documents revealed much of what we have been waiting for in regards to the Tropicana replacement. We now have renders and details of what the new Bally's Las Vegas will entail including how it will fit on that tiny piece of land along with an MLB ballpark. We'll cover the hotel towers, casino and everything else they are planning to build on the former site of the Tropicana.

In other news Tom Brady now owns 5% of the Las Vegas Raiders. Will this end up being big for the team? We also discuss offroading in Las Vegas, why Californians are richer than Nevadans, what Venetian's new rooms look like, Luxor's 31st birthday and how Tacos El Gordo may be a billion dollar taco shop.

Episode Guide:

  • 0:00 Luxor 31st birthday!
  • 0:46 "0000" Roulette materializes
  • 2:49 Vintage tower slot machine at MGM Grand
  • 4:38 Slots-A-Fun correction - new mini bowling
  • 5:01 Offroading in Vegas, Las Vegas wetlands & Jean Dry Lake Bed
  • 7:16 Fontainebleau's LIV nightclub is closing and expanding
  • 8:29 Tom Brady buys part of Las Vegas Raiders
  • 9:46 Davante Adams and full time Taco Bell in his house
  • 11:10 High income Californians are a problem for Las Vegas
  • 12:52 Inside Venetian's renovated rooms - Mixed feelings?
  • 14:41 Tacos El Gordo - Billion dollar taco shop?
  • 16:08 Bally's Las Vegas renders & planning documents revealed!
  • 18:24 Bally's Las Vegas doubles rooms & casino space from Tropicana
  • 21:04 A deeper look at the Bally's casino & hotel rooms
  • 22:28 So many Vegas casino projects on the horizon  

About the Show:

Each week tens of thousands of people tune into our MtM Vegas news shows at http://www.YouTube.com/milestomemories. We do two news shows weekly on YouTube with this being the audio version. Never miss out on the latest happenings in and around Las Vegas!

Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com. 

You can subscribe on Apple PodcastsGoogle PodcastsSpotify or by searching "MtM Vegas" or "Miles to Memories" in your favorite podcast app. Don't forget to check out our travel/miles/points podcast as well!

Vegas Loop Trespassing, Complicated Future of Slots, Less Casino Free Play & Slots-A-Fun Skeeball!15 Oct 202400:23:52

Episode Description:

As a reminder you can watch this show as well at: http://www.YouTube.com/milestomemories

Last week the entire gaming industry descended upon Las Vegas for the annual G2E conference. This conference has all of the latest in the gaming industry including a number of interesting trends. We'll go over what to expect with new slots machines, why the casinos are giving out less free play, how influencers are changing the gaming industry and why Buffalo has lost its spot at the top of the slop hierarchy.

In other news Tesla announced a new robovan which could be used in the Vegas Loop tunnels. Will this be the solution that Vegas needs? We also discuss more newness at Slots-A-Fun, bed bugs at four Vegas hotels, Big Mac Sphere, taking coins from fountains and what it was like doing the Venetian status match.

Episode Guide:

  • 0:00 Big Mac on the Vegas Sphere
  • 0:40 The Northern Lights in Vegas…again
  • 1:50 Venetian status match experience
  • 3:05 Vegas Loop trespassing is a problem
  • 4:30 Tesla announces robovan and robotaxi. Coming to Vegas Loop?
  • 6:27 Collecting coins from Vegas fountains
  • 7:43 Bed Bugs found at four Vegas hotels & Strat sued
  • 10:00 Slots A Fun installing skeeball
  • 11:27 Las Vegas Strip F1 light installation
  • 12:12 G2E breakdown - Influencers everywhere
  • 13:29 Slot machines are getting more and more complicated
  • 14:33 Huff 'N Puff everywhere & Eagle ascends
  • 15:37 Casinos losing $37B on free play each year?
  • 16:46 G2E filming quirks & tight security
  • 19:20 Dragon Train injunction - Machines being removed from casino floors
  • 20:31 The most complicated slot at G2E
  • 21:27 The Wall-E of slot machines

About the Show:

Each week tens of thousands of people tune into our MtM Vegas news shows at http://www.YouTube.com/milestomemories. We do two news shows weekly on YouTube with this being the audio version. Never miss out on the latest happenings in and around Las Vegas!

Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com. 

You can subscribe on Apple PodcastsGoogle PodcastsSpotify or by searching "MtM Vegas" or "Miles to Memories" in your favorite podcast app. Don't forget to check out our travel/miles/points podcast as well!

Trop Implosion 360, Huge Wynn Lawsuit, Bazaar Meat Leaving, In-Out Expands & Criss Angel Auditions!11 Oct 202400:22:48

Episode Description:

As a reminder you can watch this show as well at: http://www.YouTube.com/milestomemories

This week the Trop finally fell with a huge drone show, fireworks and a lot of dust. We'll briefly cover the event from many different angles and show you what it all looks like today. An incredible show, but what is next for this prized piece of land?

In other news Wynn is involved in yet another bombshell lawsuit. This time the question as to who is responsible for problem gamblers and their losses is at the center. It will be interesting to see how it plays out. We also discuss In-N-Out's second Strip location, Bazaar Meat moving, Fontainebleau's Winter Wonderland, Sunset Station's new marquee and why Virgin has a DJ Slot booth.

Episode Guide:

  • 0:00 Virgin's new DJ Slot booth
  • 0:42 Criss Angel auditions
  • 2:06 In-N-Out's second Vegas Strip location
  • 4:01 The loneliest slot machine in Vegas
  • 5:32 Sunset Station's new digital marquee
  • 6:57 Discussion on advantage players & MGM removing comps
  • 9:45 Shawn's Trop memories on the news
  • 11:22 Trop implosion angles, drone show & dust
  • 13:25 What the Tropicana site looks like now
  • 14:40 Fontainebleau's Winter Wonderland
  • 16:29 Bazaar Meat is moving
  • 18:02 Venetian's restaurant lineup is incredible
  • 19:17 Another huge Wynn lawsuit
  • 20:39 How responsible is the gaming industry for problem gamblers?

About the Show:

Each week tens of thousands of people tune into our MtM Vegas news shows at http://www.YouTube.com/milestomemories. We do two news shows weekly on YouTube with this being the audio version. Never miss out on the latest happenings in and around Las Vegas!

Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com. 

You can subscribe on Apple PodcastsGoogle PodcastsSpotify or by searching "MtM Vegas" or "Miles to Memories" in your favorite podcast app. Don't forget to check out our travel/miles/points podcast as well!

Goodbye Delano, Casino Closing Rumor, Venetian Food Hall, More Paid Parking & Vegas Loop Expands!22 Oct 202400:27:05

Episode Description:

As a reminder you can watch this show as well at: http://www.YouTube.com/milestomemories

This week MGM broke news that their beloved Delano hotel will be rebranded. Following their successful partnership with Marriott, Delano will become W Las Vegas. This is the second time W has been on the Strip, but will it be a good fit and when can we expect the changeover to occur?

In other news a rumor says that another Vegas area casino could be closing. How likely is it to be true? We also discuss: Venetian's new food hall, Oyo's paid parking, the abandoned Terrible's casino, renders of Ellis Island's expansion, Caesars cutting back more perks, Vegas Pizza Fest 2024 and how you can visit "Race World" in Vegas next month.

Episode Guide:

  • 0:00 Early 2000s Las Vegas Strip surprise
  • 0:51 Venetian announces new Via Via "food hall"
  • 2:56 "Race World" coming to Resorts World Las Vegas
  • 5:13 Your comments on single zero roulette & new quad zero version
  • 6:14 Is Caesars cutting back drink perks for some Diamond Plus members?
  • 10:11 Westgate Vegas Loop station now open
  • 11:45 Rumor - Whiskey Pete's may be closing in Primm
  • 14:10 Jean Update - Terrible's demolition & packed "largest Chevron in the world"
  • 16:40 Vegas Pizza Fest 2024
  • 18:13 Oyo's paid parking is here
  • 19:38 Ellis Island expansion - New renders released
  • 21:55 Goodbye Delano, Hello W Las Vegas
  • 23:30 How MGM has fallen in love with Marriott
  • 24:46 Do they need to update Delano's rooms to match W brand?  

About the Show:

Each week tens of thousands of people tune into our MtM Vegas news shows at http://www.YouTube.com/milestomemories. We do two news shows weekly on YouTube with this being the audio version. Never miss out on the latest happenings in and around Las Vegas!

Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com. 

You can subscribe on Apple PodcastsGoogle PodcastsSpotify or by searching "MtM Vegas" or "Miles to Memories" in your favorite podcast app. Don't forget to check out our travel/miles/points podcast as well!

Venetian Las Vegas Shakeup, MGM's New High Limit, Day of the Dead Suite, F1's Fancy Maps & The Dubya25 Oct 202400:18:42

Episode Description:

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A lot has been happening in Las Vegas where it relates to hotel partnerships. This week Venetian dropped the news that they will be splitting ways with their long term partner IHG as part of the massive changes at the property. Who will be Venetian's next partner or will they choose to go it alone.

In other news F1 is providing fancy maps to ease construction woes. They also announced Boyz II Men as the highlight act of the race. We also discuss the Binion's flea market, the expansion of I-11, casino social media done right, MGM Grand's new high limit room, another closure at Sahara and what you think of Delano switching over to the W.

Episode Guide:

  • 0:00 Casino social media done right
  • 0:42 Boyz II Men singing F1 National Anthem
  • 1:42 F1 construction is ramping up - Where to avoid
  • 2:50 I-11 expanding beginning this month
  • 3:53 What happened to Binion's flea market?
  • 5:00 Diving into the comments on W & Delano
  • 7:24 Westgate's Day of the Dead suite
  • 8:22 Sphere of Fear
  • 9:39 Sahara's Poker Room is closing - What will replace it?
  • 12:08 A look at MGM Grand's new High Limit Slots area
  • 13:28 Venetian parts ways with IHG
  • 15:35 Who could be Venetian's next hotel partner?
  • 16:45 Why is so much changing at Venetian all of a sudden  

About the Show:

Each week tens of thousands of people tune into our MtM Vegas news shows at http://www.YouTube.com/milestomemories. We do two news shows weekly on YouTube with this being the audio version. Never miss out on the latest happenings in and around Las Vegas!

Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com. 

You can subscribe on Apple PodcastsGoogle PodcastsSpotify or by searching "MtM Vegas" or "Miles to Memories" in your favorite podcast app. Don't forget to check out our travel/miles/points podcast as well!

Vegas on Strike, F1 Demand Is Soft, Caesars' New Speakeasy, Elvis Flash Mob & Strip 1988 vs. 2024!19 Nov 202400:21:25

Episode Description:

As a reminder you can watch this show as well at: http://www.YouTube.com/milestomemories

This week Las Vegas is rolling towards the second Formula 1 GP with some mixed news. As the streets are now fully converted for the race, some tourists are complaining about blocked views and a diminished experience. Will 2024's race be a success and how is demand going into race week?

In other news the holidays have arrived in Vegas with Bellagio's holiday display and more. We also discuss the perfect Vegas meme, the Strip in 1988 vs. 2024, insane UNLV football suite prices, the Virgin Hotels strike, Caesars' new speakeasy and flashmobbing Elvis style!

Episode Guide:

  • 0:00 The perfect Vegas meme
  • 0:37 Elvis flash mob at Westgate Las Vegas
  • 1:30 Las Vegas GP soft ticket sales & lower hotel prices
  • 3:20 F1 lessons learned & terrible pedestrian bridge blockage
  • 5:43 Virgin Las Vegas culinary union strike
  • 7:20 Is now a great time to gamble at Virgin?
  • 9:07 Bellagio's holiday display is here
  • 10:47 Cleopatra's Barge replacement opening date
  • 12:42 Fallout Celebration at Pioneer Saloon outside Vegas
  • 14:45 Insane UNLV football suite food prices!
  • 17:13 Las Vegas in 1988 vs. 2024 video
  • 19:05 Which is better Vegas in 1988 or Vegas today?

About the Show:

Each week tens of thousands of people tune into our MtM Vegas news shows at http://www.YouTube.com/milestomemories. We do two news shows weekly on YouTube with this being the audio version. Never miss out on the latest happenings in and around Las Vegas!

Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com. 

You can subscribe on Apple PodcastsGoogle PodcastsSpotify or by searching "MtM Vegas" or "Miles to Memories" in your favorite podcast app. Don't forget to check out our travel/miles/points podcast as well!

Vegas Layoffs, Sphere's Mixed Future, Ocean One Lost, New Airport Lounges, & Strip Casino Renders!15 Nov 202400:22:58

Episode Description:

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This week the Sphere Entertainment Company held their earnings call. They shared big losses but continued progress on making the one of a kind venue profitable. What is the future for the second Sphere in Abu Dhabi, who is coming to the Sphere in Vegas and why are artists "knocking down their door" to play there?

In other news we received new renders of LVXP, the new arena/casino project on the North Strip. Do you like the architecture and will this actually get built? We also discuss the death of Ocean One, a new UFO hotel, more layoffs on the Strip, Whataburger's expansion, Mr. Piffles passing away, how you can buy Cashman Field and what to expect from Universal Horror Unleashed.

Episode Guide:

  • 0:00 New UFO Hotel coming soon
  • 0:42 More layoffs on the Vegas Strip
  • 1:56 Venetian confirms executive layoffs
  • 3:08 Chase & Capital One lounges coming to Harry Reid Airport
  • 4:37 More details on Universal Horror Unleashed
  • 6:34 You can bid on Cashman Field
  • 8:18 Sad times in Primm
  • 9:02 More on LVXP - New renders, casino info & more
  • 11:13 Top steakhouse in America coming to Venetian
  • 12:38 Whataburger expanding in Las Vegas
  • 13:30 Circus Circus buffet's sad winter hours
  • 14:14 Ocean One is closed - Budget Strip option gone
  • 15:22 Mr. Piffles passes away
  • 16:44 Sphere continues to lose money
  • 18:55 Abu Dhabi Sphere info & Dolan's sweet deal
  • 19:57 Sphere future - "Acts are knocking down the doors"

About the Show:

Each week tens of thousands of people tune into our MtM Vegas news shows at http://www.YouTube.com/milestomemories. We do two news shows weekly on YouTube with this being the audio version. Never miss out on the latest happenings in and around Las Vegas!

Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com. 

You can subscribe on Apple PodcastsGoogle PodcastsSpotify or by searching "MtM Vegas" or "Miles to Memories" in your favorite podcast app. Don't forget to check out our travel/miles/points podcast as well!

Caesars Diamond Match Lost, Resorts World Gambling Crackdown, Vegas Tipping Guide & NBA Arena Render12 Nov 202400:24:51

Episode Description:

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This week one of the more popular Las Vegas casino status plays died as Wyndham announced a change in their partnership with Caesars. Starting in February Wyndham Earner business cardholders will no longer be able to match their status to Caesars Diamond. What opportunities still exist and how big of a deal is this for the average Vegas visitor?

In other news renders leaked of the proposed hotel and NBA arena on the site of the former Wet 'N Wild. What will LVXP look like, will it get built and is this the right spot for an NBA arena in Vegas? We also discuss: Aria's food hall buffet concept, Eagles Sphere visuals, Fontainebleau's million dollar F1 package, Resorts World cracking down on advantage play, tipping in 2024, Tuscany's wrongful death suit and how you can stay in Jackie Gaughan's historic Downtown Las Vegas apartment.

Episode Guide:

  • 0:00 The changeover happening at Bellagio
  • 0:41 Fontainebleau's Million Dollar F1 package
  • 2:40 Vegas2Go tipping guide - Right or wrong?
  • 6:18 NYNY's registration bar
  • 7:30 Aria's all you can eat tailgates
  • 8:57 What is the best pizza in Las Vegas
  • 9:37 Resorts World cracking down on advantage slot players?
  • 11:30 Sunset Station's oyster bar & ongoing renovations
  • 13:22 Eagles at the Sphere visuals & Shawn's new favorite display
  • 14:25 Inside the Jackie Gaughan Suite at El Cortez
  • 16:25 Tuscany wrongful death lawsuit
  • 18:35 Caesars Diamond lost - No more matching from Wyndham credit card
  • 21:10 LVXP renders - Potential new hotel & NBA arena

About the Show:

Each week tens of thousands of people tune into our MtM Vegas news shows at http://www.YouTube.com/milestomemories. We do two news shows weekly on YouTube with this being the audio version. Never miss out on the latest happenings in and around Las Vegas!

Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com. 

You can subscribe on Apple PodcastsGoogle PodcastsSpotify or by searching "MtM Vegas" or "Miles to Memories" in your favorite podcast app. Don't forget to check out our travel/miles/points podcast as well!

Venetian Layoffs, A's Stadium Financing Plan, Caesars Palace Removal & Leaked Delano Transition Info08 Nov 202400:22:09

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Episode Description:

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This week details of Delano's upcoming transition to W Las Vegas were leaked. Over the next few years the property will see a full refresh of just about every public space and all of the rooms, but how long will it take and when will it officially become the W. The answer is sooner than you think!

In other news rumors this week described top level management layoffs at Venetian. How is that property doing under new ownership? We also discuss NYNY's renovated desk, grannies doing Vegas, the Howard Hughes House, a fire at Mark Walhberg's new restaurant, Gold Coast's new rooms, the A's dropping Oakland, stadium financing and what Caesars Palace did to their landscaping.

Episode Guide:

  • 0:00 Mark Wahlberg's Flecha is "fire"
  • 0:47 Athletics next chapter & stadium funding plan submitted
  • 2:29 Howard Hughes House moving - An interesting quirk from Vegas history
  • 5:33 Grannies do Vegas the right way!
  • 6:19 Seminole Classic slays again
  • 7:14 NYNY's newly renovated registration desk
  • 8:12 Gold Coast finishes room renovations
  • 9:48 Orleans renovations coming
  • 10:49 Caesars Palace landscaping changes - Big controversy?
  • 12:39 When a prop gets goes wrong
  • 13:53 Piff the Magic Dragon unveils Mr. Piffles 2.0
  • 15:13 Big layoffs at Venetian - How is the transition going?
  • 18:16 Delano to W transition details - Time & what is being renovated
  • 20:03 Does Delano need a full renovation & what about NoMad?

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About the Show:

Each week tens of thousands of people tune into our MtM Vegas news shows at http://www.YouTube.com/milestomemories. We do two news shows weekly on YouTube with this being the audio version. Never miss out on the latest happenings in and around Las Vegas!

Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com. 

You can subscribe on Apple PodcastsGoogle PodcastsSpotify or by searching "MtM Vegas" or "Miles to Memories" in your favorite podcast app. Don't forget to check out our travel/miles/points podcast as well!

Vegas Institution Closing, Hofbrauhaus Disappoints, Bye Cleopatra & Sahara's "New" Slot Concept!29 Oct 202400:21:14

Episode Description:

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This week a lot is going on as the city prepares for F1. The Neon City Festival has announced more acts for that weekend along with their stage schedule. We also saw a rumor that F1 might pull out after this year, but that likely isn't going to happen.

In other news a downtown Las Vegas institution The Cocktail Room is closing after 18 years. We also discuss the end of Cleopatra at Caesars Palace, Shawn's disappointing Hofbrauhaus experience, Silver Stamp Halloween, Sahara's new slot concept, button slapping art, where native Nevadans live, Swingers golf prices and pizza, F1's fake NYNY flag and how Vegas is now connected directly to Dublin.

Episode Guide:

  • 0:00 F1's NYNY flag - Real or fake?
  • 0:40 Swingers Golf opens Nov 8 - Crazy prices?
  • 2:12 More famous pizza coming to the Strip
  • 2:50 Aer Lingus launches inaugural Dublin to Vegas flight
  • 4:22 Where do native Nevadans live?
  • 5:38 Neon City Festival stage schedule & new acts
  • 7:45 Is F1 thinking about canceling after second year?
  • 8:42 Downtown Cocktail Room closing after 18 years
  • 9:58 Slot button slapping art
  • 11:30 Golden Nights collectible zamboni chicken bucket
  • 12:40 Cleopatra's Bar replacement  construction update
  • 13:45 Caesars Palace renovated high limit slots
  • 15:05 Shawn's recent Hobrauhaus experience
  • 16:50 Silver Stamp Halloween style
  • 18:45 Sahara's poker room replacement - New slot concept?  

 

About the Show:

Each week tens of thousands of people tune into our MtM Vegas news shows at http://www.YouTube.com/milestomemories. We do two news shows weekly on YouTube with this being the audio version. Never miss out on the latest happenings in and around Las Vegas!

Enjoying the podcast? Please consider leaving us a positive review on your favorite podcast platform! You can also connect with us anytime at podcast@milestomemories.com. 

You can subscribe on Apple PodcastsGoogle PodcastsSpotify or by searching "MtM Vegas" or "Miles to Memories" in your favorite podcast app. Don't forget to check out our travel/miles/points podcast as well!

Vegas Casino Sale, F1 Hate & Activations, Fontainebleau Robbery, Rio Cleared Out & TI Closures!22 Nov 202400:21:46

Episode Description:

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This week the big race is coming to town for the second year and it brings a lot of frustration, hate and cool events around town. Why do people hate the race so much and what can you see/do even if you aren't attending the event itself. There is so much!

In other news Treasure Island is getting ready to close a couple of popular and famous spots. What will replace them? We also discuss Rio's Masquerade Village clear out, Mark Davis selling more of the Raiders, another Rolex related robbery, a deal at Wicked Spoon, UNLV's epic social media response and the Vegas shooeys you have to see!

Episode Guide:

  • 0:00 Limited edition Vegas shooey
  • 0:50 Wicked Spoon two for one deal
  • 3:08 Harry Reid International Airport unveils new entrance
  • 4:38 Another Rolex related Vegas casino incident
  • 7:00 Rio's Masquerade Village cleared out ahead of renovations
  • 8:19 UNLV's epic pizza & chicken viral social media response
  • 9:46 From the comments - Y'all hate F1!
  • 11:24 Neon City Festival & F1 events around Las Vegas
  • 13:10 More renders of the new Mt. Charleston Lodge
  • 14:36 The Killers are returning to the Colosseum
  • 15:49 Update on the sale of Downtown Grand
  • 17:11 Mark Davis sells more of the Raiders
  • 18:00 Senor Frogs closing at Treasure Island
  • 19:50 Why this is the perfect location for a new venue

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F1 Vegas Success or Failure, Rio Cheating Again, Goodbye NoMad, Arts District Overload & Blue Man!26 Nov 202400:29:44

Episode Description:

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This week the big race came to town and depending on who you talked to the story would be different. We'll cover the race, what it was like being on the Strip, whether it was busy, how the city was and whether or not F1 makes sense on the Strip long term. From the busy monorails to the "escalator trick" we have you covered!

In other news Rio is being sneaky again with their Hyatt partnership as the Chippendales announced their plans to leave for the Strip. We also discuss our adventures around the city eating pizza and visiting some of the coolest bars in town. Other topics include: the opening of Jason Aldean's restaurant, Blue Man Group closing some shows outside of Vegas, the Neon City Festival and Mark's final NoMad Vegas stay.

Episode Guide:

  • 0:00 F1 "trashing" Las Vegas?
  • 0:31 Previewing our "Best Vegas Pizza" video - We found it!
  • 2:20 Jason Aldean's Kitchen + Bar opening date
  • 3:37 Mark's review of NoMad Las Vegas
  • 5:06 What will happen to NoMad and what could they improve?
  • 6:50 Blue Man Group closing long running shows
  • 8:38 Future MTM Vegas meetup!
  • 9:59 Bar roundup - Stray Pirate in Arts District
  • 11:18 Golden Tiki happy hour & amazing vibes
  • 12:01 Mas Por Favor and their themed speakeasy
  • 13:20 Why the Arts District is our favorite area of Vegas
  • 14:41 Rio continues cheating on the World of Hyatt program
  • 17:45 Chippendales moving to the Strip
  • 19:23 F1 Race recap - Being on the Strip during the race
  • 22:16 Was the Vegas F1 race a success or a failure?
  • 24:00 Was the F1 weekend fun for visitors?
  • 25:57 Will the race stay on the Strip for the long term?
  • 27:22 F1 Grand Prix Plaza opening in 2025

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End of A Vegas Era, Aria Surge Food Pricing, Gambler's Pain, Goodbye Adele & Is Atomic Golf Good?29 Nov 202400:23:07

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This week a lot is going on in Las Vegas as several "eras" comes to the end. In Downtown Las Vegas the city unveiled Carolyn G. Goodman Plaza along with a statue of both Goodmans. They have ruled the city for 25 years! Adele also brought her Vegas residency to a close, but when will she be back?

In other news more watches are being stolen on the Strip. We also discuss surge food pricing, an overzealous Raiders fan, Tortazo at Caesars, Din Tai Fung, Atomic Golf, the gambler's pain and the new cultural districts coming to Las Vegas.

Episode Guide:

  • 0:00 Raiders fan a little too excited
  • 0:51 Adele says goodbye to Las Vegas
  • 2:27 More watch robberies on the Vegas Strip
  • 4:48 More Gen Z casino marketing videos - Gone too far?
  • 6:14 Virgin's insane carpet is instantly recognizable
  • 8:16 Tortazo at Caesars - Troubling reviews?
  • 9:23 Aria's food hall "surge" pricing
  • 10:00 Mark's meal at Din Tai Fung at Aria
  • 12:47 The gambler's pain on full display
  • 15:20 Filipino Town may be coming to Las Vegas
  • 16:54 Atomic Golf review - Struggling but worth it
  • 19:44 Carolyn Goodman Plaza & statue unveiled

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Vegas Visitors Down, A's Stadium Ballooning Cost, Criss Angel Black Friday & Mirage Atrium Gone?03 Dec 202400:22:14

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This week the Athletics are presenting their stadium financing plan to the government to show how they will pay for it. Among the details we learned is just how the financing is being broken down and why the stadium has now increased by $250 million in estimated cost. Seat coolers, more space and cool tech will be coming, but can they pay for all of it?

In other news the October Vegas visitor numbers are in and they aren't great. With declines almost across the board is it time to start looking for a slowdown? We also discuss Jojo's jerky, Rio's higher resort fee, UNLV football madness, restaurant shakeups at Venetian, Dana White winning $9 million, Criss Angel's Black Friday sale and what the Mirage atrium sadly looks like today.

Episode Guide:

  • 0:00 Vegas Thanksgiving water treatment woes
  • 0:40 Rio raises resort fee to $50
  • 2:34 More big restaurant shakeups at Venetian
  • 5:09 Dana White winning streak - $9 million from Venetian?
  • 6:14 Update on Mirage Atrium - Going away?
  • 8:20 UNLV Football madness - National football playoffs?
  • 9:59 Vegas October visitor numbers - A lot of red
  • 12:41 Jojo's Jerky - Worth a buy?
  • 15:02 Criss Angel's garage sale returns - All prices slashed!
  • 16:20 Another fire at Fontainebleau
  • 17:59 Las Vegas Athletics stadium increases in cost
  • 19:42 Why the A's stadium is getting more expensive

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MGM Raises Fees Again, Resorts World Losing, Worrying Gaming Numbers, Arena Approved & Our Jackpot!06 Dec 202400:24:04

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This week following disappointing visitor numbers we saw a decline in October gaming revenue as well. Add in reports of struggles over at Resorts World and the increase of parking and resort fees by MGM and you have a situation where things are slowing down, but prices are staying up. Is this the start of a slower period in Las Vegas?

In other news Sphere has extended a popular act while a 91 year old headliner has added more shows. We also discuss the cancelation of Sick New World, Silverton's Bad Elf popup, Ellis Island being torn up, LVXP's approval, our big jackpot at Sunset Station and how Guy Fieri is expanding once again.

Episode Guide:

  • 0:00 Frankie Valli extends Vegas residency at 91
  • 0:43 Ellis Island torn up for massive renovation
  • 2:20 LVXP hotel/casino/arena project approved
  • 3:55 Chicken Guy! is expanding
  • 6:06 Silverton's Bad Elf pop-up holiday bar
  • 7:37 A closer look at the NYNY "registration bar"
  • 9:06 Sick New World Festival is canceled
  • 10:41 More Dead & Company coming to the Sphere
  • 11:38 MGM raises resort fees & parking fees!
  • 15:06 Big jackpot at Sunset Station
  • 17:28 Resorts World's potential new CEO & mounting losses
  • 20:15 October gaming numbers are kind of bad…
  • 21:52 Are we finally seeing the great Vegas slowdown & what effect will it have?
  • 22:59 Durango turns 1 year old  

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Resorts World's Ambitious Plans, Mirage Atrium Gone, Huge Grand Openings & Nevada Gaming Hacked?10 Dec 202400:21:51

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This week we learned more about the huge shakeup at Resorts World which includes a new four person panel to turn the ailing resort around. Jim Murren is leading the new board, but the property has a new CEO as well and ambitious plans that call for bringing a lot more action to the North area of the Strip. Will it work?

In other news Hard Rock has officially started taking down the glass atrium at the former Mirage as trash piles up outside. Why Hard Rock why? We also discuss a possible hack of Nevada Gaming, a crazy Wheel of Fortune slot lawsuit, three big grand openings, UNLV's huge loss, leaving money in an unattended machine, the new Strip In N Out and the Excel World Championships!

Episode Guide:

  • 0:00 Excel World Championships in Vegas!
  • 0:49 New In 'N Out Strip renders
  • 2:07 Nevada Gaming Control Board hacked?
  • 2:59 Money stolen when leaving a slot machine
  • 4:57 Insane Wheel of Fortune slot lawsuit
  • 6:50 China Mama opens at Palace Station
  • 7:18 Jason Aldean's Kitchen & Bar officially opens
  • 8:20 Pinky's by Vanderpump is now open at Flamingo
  • 10:00 How Flamingo's restaurant scene has improved tremendously
  • 11:16 Sam's Town Mystic Falls holiday display
  • 12:35 UNLV loses head coach
  • 13:31 Huge changes at Resorts World - "Under new management"
  • 14:37 How Resorts World wants to transform the North Strip experience
  • 17:04 Why it's so hard to break into the Las Vegas market
  • 18:23 Hard Rock is removing their glass atrium
  • 20:05 Mixed feelings about Hard Rock Las Vegas

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Vegas Area Casino Closing, Fontainebleau Turns 1, Insane Strip Hotel & Resorts World Cowboys!17 Dec 202400:26:21

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This week we got word of another Vegas area casino closing. Primm has long struggled with three casinos that have seen much better days. For years the area has struggled but this week we got word that the oldest casino may be closing for good. Along with the closure comes other shakeups. The big question is whether any of the casinos in this area can survive. What will it look like it five years?

In other news Fontainebleau Las Vegas turned one year old this week. After sitting abandoned for over a decade the property has had mixed results, but it brings a uniqueness to the Strip. What does it need to be successful? We also discuss the Resorts World cowboys, crazy room noise at MGM Grand, the King David Hotel, depositing casino cash to your bank via ATM, F1 removal, the holidays Sphere style and how Las Vegas has become the most exciting sports town.

Episode Guide:

  • 0:00 Resorts World "Cowboys"
  • 0:42 Crazy room noises at MGM Grand
  • 2:12 Rage against the Mirage
  • 2:35 Another Vegas area casino is closing
  • 4:05 How can they turn Primm around?
  • 5:35 UNLV's big name head coach
  • 6:41 Las Vegas the most exciting sports town
  • 7:58 Messi coming to play soccer in Las Vegas
  • 8:57 Update on the King David Hotel project on TI site
  • 11:30 Holiday spirit Sphere style
  • 12:33 Depositing money to your bank from a casino ATM
  • 14:03 Casino money strategies & ATM fee reimbursements
  • 15:53 Vegas can't pay for its freeways
  • 17:28 F1 removal follow up - Flamingo bridge finally being removed
  • 18:27 How much money for a 3 day Vegas trip?
  • 20:25 Doing Vegas on a budget - Is it fun
  • 21:42 Fontainebleau Las Vegas turns 1
  • 23:48 Struggles on the North Strip - What's the future for Fontainebleau

 

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Explaining Vegas Declines, Squeezing In More, Crazy 25 Leg Parlay, Strip Robotaxis & Casino Apps13 Dec 202400:21:08

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This week as F1 continues its slow tear down in Las Vegas we learned that a popular mall along the course will be expanding. Harmon Corner is not only building new space out over the sidewalk, but it is adding kiosks and other areas to maximize every square foot. Is it too much or is this maximization just the new normal in Las Vegas?

In other news Holstein's has announced its return to Vegas as 6 Chinese eateries make the Yelp top 100. We also discuss: an accident at the Wynn flower beds, an explanation for the Strip gaming declines, stuff stolen from The Orleans, a crazy 25 leg parlay, announcing casino wins, the huge expansion of gaming apps and why the Mirage Atrium is definitely gone for good.

Episode Guide:

  • 0:00 Attack of the Wynn flower beds
  • 0:47 Update on Bellagio's post-F1 teardown
  • 2:00 Confirmation on Mirage Atrium removal
  • 3:19 Harmon Corner's expansion - Squeezing in even more
  • 4:45 Explaining the decline in Vegas gaming revenue
  • 8:08 6 Las Vegas Chinese restaurants on Yelp Top 100
  • 9:40 Holstein's coming to the Arts District
  • 10:13 Zoox publicly launching driverless taxis on the Vegas Strip
  • 11:43 Stuff stolen from a room at The Orleans
  • 13:00 Interesting way to announce casino jackpots
  • 14:22 Crazy 25 leg parlay win
  • 15:49 Apps and problem gambling
  • 18:10 Booming app industry & barrier to entry    

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MGM's "New" Hotel, Hyatt Returns to Strip, FTC's Resort Fee Rules, D Renovation & New Caesars Opens!20 Dec 202400:22:32

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This week a number of shifts have happened in Las Vegas. To start, Delano officially became the W Las Vegas even if it will take years for the renovations to complete. We also saw a new penthouse at Resorts World and Hyatt's bombshell return to the Strip. They are partnering with Venetian/Palazzo, but is this a good fit?

In other news the FTC has enacted sweeping new rules for disclosure of concert junk fees and hotel resort fees. It's about time! We also discuss the new Caesars property, old school crazy slots, UNLV's epic season, another new Vegas sports team, Horseshoe's penthouse and giving sports parlays as Christmas gifts.

Episode Guide:

  • 0:00 MGM Grand turns 31
  • 0:36 Delano officially becomes The W
  • 1:36 Big and fast casino renovations at The D
  • 3:28 Update on Harmon Corner expansion - Less trees!
  • 5:16 Las Vegas Bighorns - Another pro sports team
  • 6:28 UNLV Football's record season ends with a bowl win
  • 7:23 Parlays as a Christmas/wedding gift?
  • 9:57 Inside Resorts World's new Villa 66
  • 11:36 Scoring an upgrade on Horseshoe's Penthouse Suite
  • 13:46 Shake Your Booty slot machine
  • 15:05 Caesars Virginia now open
  • 16:19 Hyatt returns to the Las Vegas Strip
  • 18:02 How will the Hyatt/Venetian partnership work?
  • 19:08 FTC's HUGE new "junk fees" disclosure rule - Resort fees & concerts

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Caesars' New Hotness, MGM's "Unique" Gift, Virgin's Big Plan, TI's New Rewards & The Strip Is Back!24 Dec 202400:24:35

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This week the last of the F1 deconstruction took place as we settled into the holiday season. We'll take you down to the Strip to see some of the updates including the new speakeasy at Caesars, the Hard Rock trash situation, different holiday displays and the Bellagio Fountains in all of their glory.

In other news the Safe Bet Act is being discussed in congress, but will it backfire? We also discuss Virgin's move towards integration, MGM's unique employee gift, how the Raiders are struggling, Sahara's old poker room, Caesars' new carpet, Scott Sibella getting the boot and Treasure Island's shiny brand new player's club.

Episode Guide:

  • 0:00 Dressing up as Elvis for the holidays
  • 0:42 Treasure Island's new players club
  • 3:28 Virgin moving forward with integration plan
  • 5:32 Will the Safe Bet Act backfire?
  • 7:49 Should the federal government regulate sports gambling?
  • 9:35 Scott Sibella loses his gaming license
  • 11:39 Holiday displays on the Strip
  • 12:40 The Strip feels like the Strip again!
  • 13:48 MGM Grand's "unique" employee holiday gift
  • 14:44 Sahara's old poker room is now converted
  • 15:21 Caspian's Rock & Roe opens at Ceasars Palace
  • 16:40 Caesars' new high limit and amazing carpet
  • 17:30 Raiders experience & struggling attendance?
  • 19:55 Whiskey Pete's officially closes
  • 21:48 What is the future of Primm?

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Flamingo's Shocking Construction, Vegas Christmas Snow, Huge Gaming Conflicts & Fontainebleau's Spa!27 Dec 202400:23:57

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This week Shawn hit the Strip to provide some updates on what is going on. We'll discuss the latest at Flamingo including the incredible new Pinky's by Vanderpump, the crazy pool construction and why everything new there is great. We also cover the latest at Hard Rock and Shawn discusses his Fontainebleau spa day and dinner at Washing Potato.

In other news Encore turned 16 this week and so did Steve Wynn's iconic second rooftop commercial. We also discuss a new Metro Pizza concept, a white Vegas Christmas, what to do on New Year's Eve, Four Queens Silver Strike tournament and the death of the $10 Vegas buffet.

Episode Guide:

  • 0:00 Encore's iconic opening commercial & birthday
  • 0:55 A white Christmas in Las Vegas?
  • 1:57 Updates on Flamingo Pool reconstruction & Havana 1957
  • 3:55 A closer look at the new Pinky's by Vanderpump
  • 6:53 Metro Pizza's new slice concept
  • 8:37 Update on Mirage/Hard Rock construction & blue glass test
  • 10:17 Jim Murren's huge gaming conflict of interest
  • 12:23 Silver Strike tournament at 4 Queens
  • 14:22 The death of the $10 Vegas buffet
  • 16:54 4 interesting ways to do New Year's Eve in Las Vegas
  • 18:20 Fontainebleau spa experience & review
  • 19:36 Fontainebleau's "show sauna"
  • 20:55 Washing Potato at Fontainebleau - Good food, but so hot!

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Vegas Newness for 2025, Beautiful & Frustrating Rio, Raiders Game Day Express & Roulette A Ripoff?31 Dec 202400:22:03

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On this final episode of 2024 we look forward to everything coming to Vegas in the new year. Vegas changes quickly and there is a ton coming in 2025. Attractions like Bob Marley's Hope Road, Universal's Horror Express, Netflix Bites and more are opening while we will get more clarity on the future NBA team, the Spaceport and more. And don't forget the food halls! We are getting more of those as well.

In other news Casino Royale may be closing soon for a rebuild, but it holds a charm unlike other Strip casinos. We also discuss the crazy hold percentages for roulette, the Suncoast's sportsbook, the Raiders Game Day Express experience, Neon Museum's "expansion" and why the Rio has improved, but isn't quite all great after phase 1 of their renovations.

  • 0:00 "Worst casinos in Las Vegas"
  • 0:35 A closer look at Casino Royale - Is it closing soon?
  • 2:35 Harmon Corner finishes their "giant screen" installation
  • 3:22 Game Day Express experience - Good for Raiders/Golden Knights?
  • 6:00 Roulette is more popular & has worse odds than ever
  • 8:27 A look at Suncoast's sportsbook - Better times ahead?
  • 9:18 Neon Museum expands scope - new Cirque display
  • 10:50 25 things to look forward to in 2025
  • 11:43 NBA clarity coming in 2025?
  • 12:50 Popups, spaceport, more food halls, Zero Bond & Bob Marley coming in 2025
  • 15:25 Rio's renovated casino is a giant improvement
  • 16:25 Rio's front desk staff is a huge disappointment
  • 17:25 Is Rio worth staying and playing at after phase 1 renovations?
  • 19:58 Where is Rio's "approachable luxury"?

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Vegas Pedestrian Arrests, F1 Losses, Big Closing at Aria, New Hard Rock Concept & MGM's New Fees?07 Jan 202500:23:03

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A lot is going on this week as Las Vegas strolls into the New Year. On this episode we discuss the November visitor numbers and just how well year 2 of the F1 race did. Mixed results, but what will the gaming numbers look like and who will visit the race in year 3?

In other news Bally's is looking for investors as the A's president resigns. What is the latest with the ballpark? We also discuss: MGM's $5 million slot challenge, the potential of new MGM fees, a Vegas bartender's take on CES, Caramella at Planet Hollywood, the best burgers in Vegas?, Ellis Island's new frontage, a new Hard Rock concept and who won Circa Survivor's $14 million prize.

  • 0:00 Old people's New Year's Eve in Vegas
  • 0:53 MGM's $5 million slot challenge
  • 2:31 Circa Survivor ends with 8 winners - $1.7 million each?
  • 4:08 Vegas bartender's perspective on CES, Tier Multipliers & New Year
  • 6:38 Athletics' President Dave Kaval resigns - Future of the ballpark?
  • 8:30 The best burger in Las Vegas?
  • 9:23 Julian Serrano Tapas closing at Aria
  • 10:23 Caramella at Planet Hollywood - Rooftop patio, speakeasy & more!
  • 12:07 Excalibur/Luxor moving walkways officially gone for good
  • 13:07 122 people arrested for stoping on Vegas pedestrian bridges
  • 14:11 Another look at Ellis Island's expansion - Too modern?
  • 15:19 New concept art for Hard Rock's Guitar Tower!
  • 16:28 Bally's seeking public investment for Chicago casino
  • 17:50 November Vegas visitor numbers - Big F1 drop but still good?
  • 19:33 MGM cooking up brand new fees?
  • 21:10 Why Las Vegas continues to change rapidly - Maximizing revenue

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Fontainebleau Vegas Parking Woes, Golden Gate is 119, Voodoo Lounge Returns & "Secret" Vegas Buffet!17 Jan 202500:21:06

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This week Wynn was in the news for everything outside Vegas as they made a huge purchase in a new for them market. They also were dealt a big setback in their pursuit of a NYC casino when the Town Board voted against their proposal. Is Wynn's Hudson Yard project dead in the water and will they ever build Wynn West in Vegas?

In other news Venetian and Hyatt have now started their parnetship but it isn't as good as we had hoped. We also discuss Rio's 34th birthday, the old hotel room "ick", a new Olympic Village project, Peter Luger's lunch deal, Downtown Grand raising prices, transparency in the gambler influencer space and Venetian's wicked social media dance.

  • 0:00 Binion's Gen Z video bloopers
  • 0:42 Kenny Chesney Vegas Sphere residency
  • 1:50 Psychedelic Sphere looks
  • 2:52 Las Vegas is dry!
  • 3:39 Golden Gate turns 119 - Oldest hotel in Vegas
  • 4:42 Golden Gate's limited edition hoodie
  • 5:26 Voodoo Lounge reopening at Rio
  • 6:51 Cartzilla - Giant shopping cart Vegas tour
  • 8:25 Luxor electrocution lawsuit
  • 10:00 Senor Frogs has exited Treasure Island
  • 11:24 A look at Barcode Burger
  • 12:20 Genting Palace Buffet - Best buffet value in Vegas?
  • 13:47 Taking food out of a buffet - Do you do it?
  • 15:30 Bellagio's Lunar New Year Display has arrived
  • 16:56 Fontainebleau changes parking policy - Less grace period
  • 18:31 Did Fontainebleau make a mistake with this new parking policy?

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Wynn's Huge Win & Loss, Venetian Joins Hyatt, From Casino to Olympic Village & The Old Hotel "Ick"!14 Jan 202500:22:06

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This week Wynn was in the news for everything outside Vegas as they made a huge purchase in a new for them market. They also were dealt a big setback in their pursuit of a NYC casino when the Town Board voted against their proposal. Is Wynn's Hudson Yard project dead in the water and will they ever build Wynn West in Vegas?

In other news Venetian and Hyatt have now started their parnetship but it isn't as good as we had hoped. We also discuss Rio's 34th birthday, the old hotel room "ick", a new Olympic Village project, Peter Luger's lunch deal, Downtown Grand raising prices, transparency in the gambler influencer space and Venetian's wicked social media dance.

  • 0:00 Venetian's "wicked" social media dance
  • 0:42 Rio turns 34 - First all suite Vegas hotel
  • 1:33 The old hotel bed cover "ick"
  • 2:33 Wynn purchases high-end Crown London casino
  • 3:44 Wynn's NYC casino project hits a big roadblock
  • 5:36 Huge shakeups at the Raiders
  • 6:38 Hylo Park begins construction - Replacement for Texas Station & Fiesta Rancho
  • 9:07 The myth of Circus Circus flying elephants
  • 10:42 Bellagio's Conservatory boneyard
  • 12:12 Peter Luger's prix fixe lunch menu
  • 12:59 Taste of Hakassan menu - A deal?
  • 14:02 Downtown Grand raises price of hot dog deal & cuts good video poker
  • 15:55 Transparency from slot influencers - Tracking losses?
  • 17:57 Troubling issues with the gambler influencer space
  • 19:00 Venetian and Hyatt begin partnership - Good or bad?
  • 20:44 Both Vegas Hyatt hotels are all-suite and renovated

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Vegas F1 Failure, Top Sphere Visuals, Casino World Record, Elvis' 90th & Durango Is Expanding!10 Jan 202500:23:34

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This week we finally got the gaming numbers for November, 2024 and they aren't great as expected. While the declines are less than we saw with room rates, numbers are down from 2023. We take a look at the numbers going back to 2021 to see what the impact of F1 is and whether the race should be back past year 3.

In other news Durango has announced the beginning of construction on their anticipated phase 2. It has been cutback significantly, so what exactly are they building and when will it be open? We also discuss the top Sphere visuals of the year, Lenny Kravitz' possible residency, Virgin's strike woes, the old Circus Circus tram and bungee, problems at Wolfgang Puck, another casino floor robbery and how a Dutch couple is looking to set a world record for visiting the most casinos in 24 hours.

  • 0:00 Vegas celebrating Elvis' 90th birthday
  • 0:51 Fontainebleau's strange social media post
  • 1:56 World record attempt - Visiting the most casinos in 24 hours
  • 3:23 Another casino floor "robbery" video
  • 4:33 The Virgin Culinary Union strike is getting ugly
  • 6:49 Dropicana construction is over budget & won't be done on time
  • 8:01 Circus Circus' abandoned tram & the old "Strataflite"
  • 9:43 Anyma at the Sphere - Most incredible visuals yet?
  • 10:43 Possible Lenny Kravitz residency at the Sphere?
  • 11:36 Top 10 fan favorite Sphere exterior displays
  • 12:38 Wolfgang Puck at MGM Grand shutdown for health violations - Reopen now
  • 13:33 Longest running Vegas attraction is closing on January 15
  • 14:31 Sam Boyd Stadium sold - What is its future?
  • 15:35 Main Street Station closes off second floor displays
  • 16:48 Durango announces much smaller phase 2 expansion
  • 18:43 November gaming numbers are in - F1 was not a success
  • 20:30 Is all of the inconvenience worth these numbers?
  • 21:43 Will F1 return to Las Vegas after year 3?

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KA Behind the Scenes, Vegas Helicopter Taxis, Hollywood 2.0 Drama, Strip Scams & Gambling on Planes!21 Jan 202500:22:44

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This week we have a huge treat for you as we go behind the scenes of KA including what it is like in the music studio as they produce the sound for the epic show. We also take a look at the impressive theater, moving stages, backstage areas and go over why you might not have realized just how impressive this entire production is.

In other news someone is proposing helicopter taxis for Las Vegas but does that really make sense? We also discuss: fake monk scams on the Strip, Mark's recent Fontainebleau offer, drama with our pursuit of movie studios, gambling on airplanes, Whose Live Anyway and an incredible update on the Brightline high speed rail project.

  • 0:00 Mini Cybertruck at Venetian
  • 0:33 Neon Museum adds Super Bowl sign to collection
  • 1:43 Las Vegas helicopter taxis?
  • 3:50 Amazing update on Brightline train project
  • 5:30 Vegas fake monk scam - What you need to know
  • 7:13 Mark's Fontainebleau offer with no play
  • 8:33 Drama with Hollywood 2.0
  • 9:50 Whose Live Anyway coming to Vegas
  • 11:02 Gambling on airplanes? Delta & DraftKings partnership
  • 13:02 Is gambling on airplanes a good idea?
  • 13:55 Behind my behind the scenes of KA
  • 16:40 What it was like being in the KA music studio
  • 18:36 Why we don't get new shows like KA anymore
  • 20:22 The moving parts of KA

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MGM Settles, Circus Circus Disney Rumor, Strip Gaming Woes, Vegas Tik Tok & Founderscard Adds Wynn!31 Jan 202500:20:41

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This week one of the more absurd rumors spread like wildfire through the Vegas social media scene. After Phil Ruffin's admission that Circus Circus is for sale, rumors began swirling that Disney would buy it. We discuss why this rumor is ridiculous and makes no sense plus why Disney really isn't interested in coming to Las Vegas.

In other news MGM has settled lawsuits relating to a big data breach and their cyberattack. How much will you get? We also discuss Salt Bae's sudden exit from Vegas, Wynn getting added to Founderscard, the Mr. Beast Experience, Nevada's Tik Tok obsession, the December gaming numbers and why Vegas hotels still can't figure out the check-in experience.

  • 0:00 More insane Vegas check-in lines
  • 1:03 Founderscard adds Wynn status & discount benefit
  • 2:20 Is Caesars going away as a Founderscard benefit?
  • 3:12 Carpet update from Tuscany
  • 4:33 Ludacris poolside at M Resort
  • 5:18 Mr. Beast Experience weekend coming to Resorts World
  • 7:31 Museum of Ice Cream is coming to Las Vegas
  • 9:10 Salt Bae's Park MGM restaurant closes suddenly
  • 10:26 World Bagel Eating Championship returns to Vegas
  • 11:14 Following up on Caesars casino drink benefits
  • 12:52 Nevada is the most Tik Tok obsessed state
  • 14:27 MGM settles lawsuits surrounding cyberattack
  • 16:10 December gaming numbers - Strip down again!?
  • 17:47 The stupidest Vegas rumor - Disney buying Circus Circus?

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MGM Resorts Shakeup, Virgin Hotels Rebirth, El Cortez Expansion Opening & Caesars' Tiny Tiny Drinks28 Jan 202500:22:17

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This week we learned about the timeline for the ouster of Mohegan Sun at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas. Find out when the property will be brought back together and when a new loyalty program will launch. Will this be the rebirth that Virgin needs to be successful following the end of their recent strike?

In other news there are some reports of a shakeup at MGM Resorts among managers. What exactly is happening and what do we know? We also discuss the soon to open expansion at El Cortez Las Vegas including some cool new neon. Other topics include: Dig This Vegas, the MGM valet "hack", gambler gift shaming, the new Raiders head coach, President Trump's visit to Vegas and when Netflix Bites is opening at MGM Grand.0:00 Gordon Ramsay actually shows his face in Vegas

  • 0:00 Casino free gift shaming
  • 0:54 President Trump visits Circa - No tax on tips
  • 2:33 Netflix Bites opening date announced
  • 4:08 Westgate Las Vegas joins Choice Hotels
  • 5:48 Vegas Loop viral video - Stoplights underground
  • 6:52 How far we've gotten with Vegas Loop in 4 years
  • 8:30 Raiders hire 5th coach in 5 years
  • 9:43 Mohegan Sun out at Virgin Hotels on March 4
  • 11:05 The rebirth of Virgin Hotels
  • 12:25 Dig This Vegas - Use real bulldozers
  • 13:35 Caesars' tiny free comp drinks at Flamingo
  • 15:10 Pet peeve - Casinos that charge for sparkling water & redbull
  • 15:48 MGM Resorts "valet hack"
  • 18:04 A big management shakeup happening at MGM Resorts?
  • 19:26 El Cortez is very close to opening their big expansion

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Circus Circus For Sale, Virgin's Strike Ends, MGM's Massive Room Renovations & Vegas Loop Expands!24 Jan 202500:19:26

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This week Circus Circus owner and longtime Vegas casino owner Phil Ruffin announced that he is looking to sell the aging property. He also wants to buy another Vegas casino, but will he be able to get someone to pay him $5 billion for Circus Circus? And what does it mean for the north end of the Strip?

In other news the nasty Virgin Hotels culinary union strike has now officially ended. We also discuss MGM Grand's massive room renovations, Gordon Ramsay coming to Vegas, an insane Sphere drone show, more news on BLVD, Sahara's cool entrance conversion, a free observation deck coming to the Strip and the expansion of Vegas Loop.

  • 0:00 Gordon Ramsay actually shows his face in Vegas
  • 0:45 Virgin strike is over
  • 2:40 World of Concrete's insane Sphere drone show
  • 3:47 College Football National Championship coming in 2027
  • 5:21 Vegas Loop opens its newest station
  • 7:03 Sahara's cool entrance conversion
  • 8:16 Very sad Mirage drone shot
  • 9:36 BLVD new tenants & free Strip observation space
  • 11:05 MGM Grand announces massive room renovations
  • 12:30 MGM is adding 111 suites to their main tower
  • 13:53 Circus Circus is for sale for an insane price
  • 15:03 How Phil Ruffin has parlayed Vegas land plays into big wealth
  • 16:44 Is the North Strip revolution really a thing?

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MGM CEO Shakeup Rumor, Vegas Isn't Growing, Late Night Food Deals, Peter Luger Review & Otonomous!04 Feb 202500:20:46

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This week we as rumors swirled about MGM's CEO stepping away, we got the December Vegas visitor numbers which aren't bad, but show a significant slowdown in growth compared to what we have seen. What does it mean, will MGM have a new CEO and is it time to hit the brakes on growth for the Vegas tourism industry?

In other news we discuss Peter Luger's great value power lunch plus the new Caesars Palace carpet & stinkiest bathroom. We also discuss the Otonomous Hotel, the bagel eating champion, Vegas Matt hitting 1M, a 1988 flyover of Vegas, retro roller skating and new late night food specials that remind us of yesteryear.

  • 0:00 The largest casino chip collection in the world
  • 0:58 Founderscard officially dumps Caesars as gaming partner
  • 2:32 Downtown Summerlin's new retro roller skating rink
  • 4:08 Station Casinos brings back late night food specials!
  • 5:32 Diving into the numbers - Vegas in 2024 vs. 2023
  • 6:45 Is this the end of crazy growth for Las Vegas tourism?
  • 7:45 Peter Luger's Power Lunch is an amazing deal
  • 11:01 Caesars Palace new carpet & stinkiest bathroom in Vegas?
  • 12:21 Vegas Matt hits 1 million YouTube subscribers
  • 14:07 1988 flyover of Las Vegas
  • 15:24 Joey Chesnut wins the Bagel Eating World Championship
  • 15:53 The Otonomous Hotel is opening in Vegas this Summer
  • 17:21 More shakeup rumors at MGM Resorts - Hornbuckle out?
  • 18:44 Has MGM screwed itself with the "asset light" model?

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Caesars Price Gouging, Another A's Milestone, Durango Phase 2 & Vegas Influencer Dishonesty?07 Feb 202500:25:25

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This week we discuss the prevalence of Vegas social media influencers and the lack of disclosure on their content. Recently a discussion happened that revealed some of the most popular influencers are being paid as marketing promoters for Vegas brands, but aren't disclosing it. Is this just part of the game in 2025 or should they do better?

In other news Rio's top gaming executive is out. We also discuss: Cashman Field's auction, the Mar A Lago of Vegas, movement on the A's stadium, Voodoo Lounge, a new airport lounge coming to LAS, Caesars price gouging, a scary power outage, Durango's phase 2 construction, new home price records and the Bighorn Sheep in Boulder City.

  • 0:00 Bighorn Sheep & sunny weather in Southern Nevada
  • 0:49 Power outages at Cosmo & airport - Stuck in elevators!
  • 2:23 Mar-A-Lago of Las Vegas is for sale
  • 3:55 Cashman Field going up for auction again
  • 5:26 Capital One Lounge opening at Harry Reid Airport
  • 6:55  Vegas price gouging reaches new levels
  • 8:59 Caesars Diamond Plus drinks & Starbucks no more?
  • 9:56 A look at the reopened Voodoo Lounge at Rio
  • 12:03 Rio's head gaming officer Kevin Sweet is out
  • 13:12 A's file Land Use Permit for ballpark - When will construction start?
  • 14:39 Southern Nevada's median home price reaches a new record
  • 15:45 Durango phase 2 construction update
  • 16:27 Caesars Colosseum's new residency - Kelly Clarkson
  • 17:37 The Vegas influencer trap & lack of disclosure
  • 20:20 Local media vs. influencers & disclosure of free stuff/paid ads
  • 22:12 Why this type of content ruins people's expectations

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Wynn's Vegasless Future, Sad Caesars, Fontainebleau Status Match, Slots-A-Fun Tacos & Scooters!18 Feb 202500:20:00

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This week Wynn had their latest earnings call where they dove more into the future of the company. While we didn't get any announcements for their "Wynn West" land, the company talked about their Emirates, London and Thailand casinos plus why they won't build Wynn Las Vegas 2.0 when they build something new in the city.

In other news Fontainebleau has brought back their popular status match, but with some catches. It isn't as good as before, but should be worth doing for many. We also discuss the sad Caesars Palace garage, Primarily Prime Rib on Valentine's Day. the JW Marriott rooms, themed slot areas, split odds on blackjack and where you can experience a robot barista.

  • 0:00 The Vegas scooter gangs are back!
  • 0:40 Fontainebleau status match returns
  • 1:53 Caesars Palace's very sad parking garage
  • 3:30 Split odds on blackjack at the same table?
  • 5:03 Primarily Prime Rib impresses again
  • 6:50 A look at the Slots A Fun tacos
  • 8:00 Follow up on coins in casinos
  • 8:48 Themed slot areas & Mark's Hooters nostalgia
  • 10:26 Robot Baristas have arrived in Vegas
  • 12:13 Bringing drinks from one casino to the next - Is it wrong?
  • 14:10 Diving into Wynn's future from their earnings call
  • 15:25 What will happen to Wynn West?
  • 16:58 JW Marriott Las Vegas room review
  • 18:23 Why JW Marriott is a true resort

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Netflix Invades Vegas, Flamingo's New Pool, MGM's Interesting Earnings, More Paid Parking & UFOs!14 Feb 202500:20:28

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This week MGM realeased their earnings which includes a reduction in profit mostly due to F1, but other interesting takeaways as well. MGM discussed their successful Marriott partnership, the timeline for their Osaka casino and what they see the future of F1 being in Las Vegas. Plus how you can score an MGM Grand renovated room right now.

In other news Las Vegas ended its 214 day streak of no rain. With snow now in the mountains all is right with the world. We also discuss: Flamingo's new Go Pool, Netflix Bites opening at MGM Grand, increased poker rakes, Westgate's new paid parking, Aces cheerleader auditions, UFOs over the city and the Backstreet Boys at the Spere.

  • 0:00 Valentine's Day in Las Vegas
  • 0:36 UFOs over Las Vegas?
  • 1:19 Las Vegas ends 214 day rainless streak - (And snow!)
  • 2:28 Westgate starts paid parking scheme
  • 4:13 Top Music Venues in the U.S. including 3 in Las Vegas
  • 5:15 MGM raises their poker rake
  • 7:15 Coins in a casino!
  • 8:39 New Flamingo pool unveiled - Beautiful, but different
  • 10:32 Netflix Bites is open at MGM Grand
  • 12:14 Las Vegas High Rollers auditions
  • 13:30 Backstreet Boys at the Sphere
  • 15:30 Diving into the MGM earnings call - Less profit
  • 16:30 MGM Marriott update & Osaka groundbreaking
  • 17:40 MGM Grand renovation update - Rooms available now!
  • 18:36 Hornbuckle & MGM on the future of Vegas F1 after 2025

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Shrinking Vegas Margins, Super Bowl Softness, Casino World Record Set, Hard Rock Update & Rampart!11 Feb 202500:22:42

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This week we break down the 2024 gaming numbers to see where casinos are doing well in Nevada and where they are struggling. With over $4 billion in comps given in 2024 the casinos are brining in more revenue than ever, but the data shows a significant change in profit margins. Is it even possible for Vegas to be a budget destination anymore?

In other news a new casino world record has been set. Would you visit 110 casinos in 24 hours? We also discuss: Rampart casino and buffet, Punk Rock Bowling, Magic of Asia food festival, Badlands golf course debacle, Hard Rock construction, Wynn Al Marjah and throwing the dice at a stick man.

  • 0:00 Throwing dice at the stick man
  • 0:37 Very soft Super Bowl in Las Vegas
  • 2:00 South Point's amazing Super Bowl food specials
  • 2:42 Wynn Al Marjah completes financing & construction update
  • 4:18 New casino world record set
  • 6:06 Our apologies to Californians
  • 7:02 Magic of Asia food fest coming to Downtown
  • 8:32 Punk Rock Bowling music festival
  • 10:09 Shawn's "Major" Rampart casino experience
  • 12:26 Rampart Casino late night specials & weekend brunch buffet
  • 15:15 Las Vegas' huge cutbacks to pay for Badlands debacle
  • 17:02 Mirage construction update - Guitar Tower foundation
  • 18:01 Las Vegas struggling to make a profit?
  • 19:38 Is the new union contract hurting Las Vegas profits?
  • 21:23 Bubble craps going viral?

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Dystopian Las Vegas, MGM Settles, New Casino, Caesars Earnings Takeaways & Virgin's New Club!28 Feb 202500:22:08

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This week Caesars Entertainment released their earnings. While there wasn't a ton of interesting info in the earnings themselves, we dove into the call to see what guidance we can get for the future of Caesars and their Vegas properties. They continue to be positive about Vegas, but what has worked and what hasn't since Eldorado took over?

In other news MGM has settled their class action and you might be owed some money. We also discuss: Cadence Crossing the new casino coming, a way to get Caesars Diamond back, dystopian Las Vegas, our unique banking needs, an unhappy poker player and Virgin's new player's club coming in March.0:00 The "happy" gambler knocking over poker tables

  • 0:50 Cadence Crossing (new Vegas casino) is coming
  • 1:45 Is Dream Hotel starting construction again?
  • 2:24 Penn & Teller's Casino Monte is here
  • 4:18 Las Vegas is the Happiest Place on Earth
  • 5:40 MGM Class Action Settlement - Grab your money
  • 7:15 How to get Caesars Diamond back
  • 8:50 Big police updates - Drones & Cybertrucks
  • 10:28 Red light cameras for Las Vegas?
  • 11:32 1,692 spin bonus?
  • 12:29 The unique bank demands of Las Vegas entertainers
  • 13:20 The self exclusion problem - What happens to the money?
  • 16:51 Virgin's brand new player's club - Cherry Rewards!
  • 18:15 Takeaways from Caesars earnings call
  • 19:08 Caesars' focus on high limit slot rooms
  • 20:08 How Flamingo's Strip frontage is now "activated"

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Better Vegas Odds, Steve Wynn Lawsuit, 7 Hour Check-In, 1 Million in Handpays & The Vegas "Army"25 Feb 202500:22:58

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This week we got some good news as a Las Vegas casino has reversed course and brought back 3:2 blackjack across all tables and bet levels. With the Palms making this move will it put pressure on the Strip casinos to do better or is this just a fluke?

In other news Steve Wynn's lawsuit is heading to the Supreme Court and we discuss why it is aiming to change everything about online discourse. We also discuss: the Golden Nugget presidential suite, free F1 simulators, the spiciest tacos in Vegas, all of Caesars' investment, $1M in handpays, a 7 hour check-in line at Resorts World and how Oak View Group is moving into Vegas ahead of their NBA arena bid.

  • 0:00 The sad state of gambling today
  • 0:32 Resorts World's 7 hour check-in line?
  • 2:22 Why staff cuts have hurt the Vegas check-in experience
  • 3:13 A look at the Golden Nugget Presidential Suite
  • 4:33 $1 million in handpays betting $2K per spin!
  • 5:30 How casinos should share big wins on social media
  • 6:01 Why Steve Wynn must lose
  • 9:25 Caesars bullish on the future of Las Vegas - Huge investment?
  • 11:50 Palms moves to 3:2 blackjack on all tables all day
  • 14:19 The spiciest tacos in Vegas
  • 15:35 BLVD free F1 simulators on the Strip
  • 16:54 BLVD's new giant sign - Blocking rooftop views?
  • 17:25 Flamingo's spa is no co-ed, clothing not optional
  • 18:40 Oak View Group takes over big Raiders contract
  • 19:36 The army that keeps Vegas safe and clean
  • 22:05 Why the mornings in Vegas are magical

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Fontainebleau's Big Score, Vegas Monorail Gets New Life, Idiot Sandwich & Universal's Opening Date!21 Feb 202500:19:50

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This week we got word on a couple of anticipated openings in Las Vegas. Today the long anticipated Capital One Lounge is opening in Harry Reid International Airport. It is bringing a high quality lounge experience with some unique offerings to Vegas, but where can you find it? We also go over the opening date of Universal's Horror Unleashed including the steep ticket prices.

In other news prices are high in Las Vegas and people are complaining. We go over some of the most recent examples and wonder if the narrative of high Vegas prices is becoming mainstream. We also discuss: a new life for the monorail, sports book of yesteryear, outside food and drinks at Vegas hotels and the cosmofying of Fontainebleau.

  • 0:00 The sports book of 20 years ago
  • 1:34 Las Vegas Monorail will live longer
  • 3:04 Pawn After Dark - A new podcast from the Pawn Stars
  • 4:16 Zupas $16 Chocolate covered strawberries
  • 5:25 Buddy's $60 Caesars Palace pizza
  • 6:18 Gordon Ramsay's $34 idiot sandwich
  • 6:46 New Caesars celebrity chef "foodie" tour
  • 7:30 More Vegas price complaints on social media - Fair or foul?
  • 8:34 101 games and $245 bonus. Good or disappointing?
  • 9:54 M Resort's new tower construction update
  • 11:24 Universal Horror Unleashed opening date & ticket prices
  • 13:36 Vegas hotels & outside food & drinks
  • 15:00 Fontainebleau's big score
  • 17:10 Capital One Lounge at Harry Reid Airport now open

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Vegas F1 Spin, MGM's New Tier Match, Lucky Bunny Suite, A's Ticket Deposits & Fremont St Hotel Sale?07 Mar 202500:21:52

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This week the long awaited Vegas F1 economic impact report came out and it was quite positive. We discuss the report, why we think it may not be accurate and what it means exactly. Plus will Vegas extend this race past 2025 and when does the F1 Grand Prix Plaza open to the public?

In other news the A's began taking deposits for season ticket interest. Does this mean their stadium is going to actually get built? We also discuss free drinks on sports bets, Vegas wind, Plaza's sexy new tables, Casino Monte is a go, MGM Rewards status match, the closing of a very exclusive lounge and how Bally's seems to be in a lot of trouble.

  • 0:00 Vegas winds bring fun
  • 0:31 A's season ticket deposits now available
  • 1:35 F1's 2024 economic impact is in
  • 3:45 LVCVA wants to extend F1 past 2025
  • 4:31 Grand Prix Plaza announces opening date
  • 5:56 No free drinks with sports bets?
  • 8:28 Plaza's beautiful new blackjack tables
  • 9:01 Penn & Teller's Casino Monte officially debuts
  • 9:38 Western Hotel on Fremont may be sold
  • 11:55 MGM Rewards tier match offer returns
  • 14:12 Craziest Vegas airplane video?
  • 15:40 Westgate's newest themed suite - Lucky bunny!
  • 17:15 Penthouse Lounge at Mandalay Bay closing permanently
  • 18:58 Bally's earnings and stock - Big problems for Vegas casino?
  • 20:15 Is the A's stadium going to get built  

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Virgin Las Vegas' Exciting New Program, Resorts World's Big Plans, Sphere's Name & Is Vegas Dying?04 Mar 202500:23:02

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This week Virgin finally released the details of their new Cherry Rewards program. While many recent Vegas loyalty program launches have been lackluster, this new program adds quite a bit of value and unique perks. Will it be successful in drawing people away from Strip casinos?

In other news Resorts World's parent company is changing CEOs at the same time Jim Murren is discussing his new advisory panel's hope to "save" the property. Will it work? We also discuss the new Vegas 747, Primm's future plans, Sphere's name, using secure casino PINs, Bacchanal changes, Alanis at the Colosseum and the end of Pawn Stars.

  • 0:00 Decoding casino PINs via keyboard
  • 0:31 Area 15's 747 drives through Vegas
  • 1:45 Boring Company is expanding into Vegas housing
  • 3:25 Vegas Sphere has a name!
  • 4:07 Sphere Bankruptcy?
  • 5:27 John Summit and EDM at the Sphere - Do they need a house DJ?
  • 6:07 Las Vegas isn't dying - Very positive January numbers
  • 8:17 Bacchanal buffet cuts weekday brunch
  • 8:52 Another new residency for Caesars Colosseum
  • 9:59 Primm's future redevelopment plan
  • 11:40 Will Primm ever have 3 casinos again?
  • 12:40 Resorts World reinvented - Jim Murren's big plans
  • 14:33 Redeveloping Resorts World's Strip Frontage
  • 16:05 Goodbye Pawn Stars - End of an era?
  • 17:40 Virgin's new Cherry Rewards details, tiers & benefits
  • 18:55 Free cabanas, monthly dining credits, upgrades and more
  • 20:55 Virgin status match coming soon?

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Vegas Layoffs & Cuts, A's Stadium Coming Out, Best Vegas Movies, Casino Gifts & Sphere's Next Act?11 Mar 202500:23:59

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This week more mixed info came out of Las Vegas as the wider economy is in question. While we continue to see mixed news, Excalibur reportedly cut out a number of front line guest facing positions including front desk staff, bellman and valet. Is this the start of a rough period for Vegas and does this make sense.

In other news the future Las Vegas Athletics had a coming out party while revealing a new sponsorship deal and stadium renders. The new A's stadium look very nice, but what are the odds it gets built and are they missing anything with this new project? We also discuss: a downgraded happy hour, bad news about Vegas' best pizza, old Vegas filming locations and whether casino gift giveaways are evil.

  • 0:00 "Up to date" Las Vegas filming locations map
  • 0:42 Athletics Vegas "coming out" - New stadium renders released
  • 2:00 Las Vegas sponsors the Athletics
  • 4:10 The ultimate Las Vegas stadium "grifter"
  • 6:14 5 movies to watch before your next Vegas trip
  • 8:00 Other amazing Vegas movies to get you in the mood
  • 9:00 William B Steakhouse 30% off happy hour + Palms happy hour downgraded
  • 10:35 00 downgrades their "best in Vegas" pizza
  • 12:30 Resorts World raises resort fee to $55
  • 15:10 The casino gift giveaway debate
  • 18:26 Harry Styles coming to the Sphere?
  • 20:01 Huge cuts at Excalibur
  • 22:05 Is Las Vegas really slowing down? - Anecdotal evidence & mixed info

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MGM Vegas Enhanced, Resorts World's GIANT Fine, New Caesars Card Rumor & Insane Prices Justified?28 Mar 202500:20:56

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This week MGM announced a number of enhancements to their MGM Rewards program. Most of the new things involve their partners, however they added e-gift cards and teased even more to come. Does this move the mark in making MGM Rewards the best Vegas loyalty program and what else should we expect in the future?

In other news Resorts World Las Vegas is paying a $10.5 million fine to settle their anti-money laundering issues. At the same time they are also laying off employees. Are better times ahead? We also discuss: more crazy food prices and made up fees, a rumored Caesars credit card, Wynn's brand new B bar, Primm's future plans and the guy behind one of Las Vegas' most famous signs.

  • 0:00 Fremont Ape revealed
  • 0:40 Wynn's brand new "B Bar"
  • 1:25 Primm's boutique future, million in investment & more
  • 2:45 Buffets are going to save Primm?
  • 3:37 BetMGM cancels $400K parlay
  • 6:02 The guy behind on of Vegas' most famous signs
  • 7:03 Follow up on Vegas Strip 1955 picture
  • 7:51 Resorts World's $10.5M fine and layoffs
  • 9:25 Netflix Bites $65 Chicken & Waffles
  • 10:29 Fontainebleau's $26 chips and guac
  • 11:40 Brand new "Restaurant Operations Fee"?
  • 12:35 Crazy Palms lawsuit - Elevator fell 22 stories?
  • 13:40 MGM enhances - Milestone rewards, enhanced partner benefits & more
  • 15:10 MGM now selling e-gift cards & new credit card coming
  • 16:58 Rumor - New Caesars credit card coming
  • 18:25 How gaming companies have fallen behind in the credit card space
  • 19:22 Plaza's summer fireworks return for 2025

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Caesars Demolition Coming, Athletics for Sale, Media vs. Vegas Prices, Confusing Charges & Monolith!25 Mar 202500:24:48

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This week we learned that another piece of Vegas history will be getting demolished soon. While the Caesars Palace rotunda may be an afterthought at this point, it was once a grand entrance to the property. With it sitting around so much undeveloped land, what could Caesars be planning and should they keep this piece of Vegas history?

In other news the A's are for sale or at least a piece of them is. What is the team worth and will this ensure that they can build their ballpark on the Vegas Strip? We also discuss: casino bar light systems, the mainstream media fighting against Vegas prices, GVR's confusing upgrade offers, UNLV's hockey championship, how Rio fixed one of their big issues and why Las Vegas is one of the top pizza cities in the US.

  • 0:00 March madness Vegas IV
  • 0:58 Another mysterious monolith appears in Vegas
  • 2:37 The death of free drinks at casino bars
  • 4:45 Athletics for sale - $2 billion valuation?
  • 6:55 Bringing some of the Trop into the new stadium?
  • 7:23 A casino good samaritan!
  • 8:23 UNLV hockey national champions!
  • 9:32 Rio fixes player's club line issues
  • 11:15 Las Vegas one of the top pizza cities?
  • 13:24 GVR's very confusing hotel upcharges
  • 16:03 Mainstream media finally covering Vegas cost blowback
  • 19:00 Caesars Palace demolishing a piece of history
  • 22:07 Mark Jackson's recent favorite Vegas experiences

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Another New Vegas Strip Casino, Truth About Rio, 1,888 Foot Tower & Scoring A Free Wynn Room!21 Mar 202500:22:04

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This week we learned of yet another huge Strip hotel/casino proposal that is coming down the pike. This one is very close to the new A's stadium and has a chance of actually getting built, but what will it entail and how many proposed projects do we have now?

In other news we explore the once proposed 1,888 foot tower for the old Wet 'N Wild/LVXP site and how it would have changed the Vegas skyline forever. We also discuss: a casino smoke hack, Shawn's recent Wynn stay using the Wynn Slots app, a cocktail server tipping experiment, Caesars sportsbook's sad bathroom, one of the coolest comps we have seen and what it looked like when the VGK skated out on the home ice for the first time.

  • 0:00 Casino smoke "hack"
  • 0:56 Best casino comp ever?
  • 2:38 Free stay via Wynn slots app
  • 5:58 The big cocktail server tip experiment
  • 8:43 Crazy blackjack hand - You know how it will end
  • 9:55 The truth about the "all new" Rio Las Vegas?
  • 14:08 Caesars sportsbook bathroom issues
  • 14:56 Nostalgia alert - Video from first VGK home game
  • 16:00 What could have been - 1,888 tower on Wet 'N Wild site
  • 17:35 Yet another new Strip casino proposal
  • 19:00 Will the Skyvue "smoke stacks" ever be torn down?
  • 20:20 Bally's or new affiliate tribes project - Which gets built first?

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El Cortez Vegas Expansion, Fremont Review, More Crazy Resort Fees, Beer Couch & $80 Pizza?18 Mar 202500:20:15

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Fremont Street is a love or hate thing for most Vegas visitors but we like it here! Shawn recently stayed at the Fremont Hotel and checked out the very impressive expansion at El Cortez. How do the rooms at Fremont match up, is El Cortez upping their game and why it really is so much fun to stay down on Fremont Street.

In other news the Sphere may not have caught the big whale they were hoping for. We also discuss: the Vegas beer couch, UNLV's money controversy, what pisses you off most about Vegas & why surge pricing may be hitting food venues on the Strip. $80 pizza?

  • 0:00 The Vegas beer couch
  • 0:47 Craziness at Circus Circus
  • 1:44 No Harry Styles at the Sphere
  • 3:24 UNLV's big money controversy
  • 5:31 The names of Vegas complainers
  • 6:52 What pisses you off most about Las Vegas - Poll
  • 7:50 Sahara raises resort fee - Notary services?
  • 10:10 Pin Up Pizza's INSANE $27 combo & $80 pies
  • 12:29 El Cortez's expansion is REALLY impressive
  • 15:18 Fremont room review
  • 16:56 Why Fremont Hotel's location is really good
  • 18:01 Why staying on Fremont Street is just so much fun

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Cromwell Vegas Goes Away, Luxor's Big Closure, Nachogate 2.0, Crazy Strip Challenge & Palazzo Sued!14 Mar 202500:21:33

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This week Caesars made a surprise announcement that has many excited. After many years being named The Cromwell, their property at the corner of the Strip and Flamingo will transition into the Vanderpump Hotel. Caesars is expanding their partnership with Lisa Vanderpump, but what can we expect in 2026 when this hotel reemerges from its renovations.

In other news helicopter taxis are coming closer to reality in Las Vegas, but is it a good idea? We also discuss: 000 electronic roulette, Strip prices in 1952, the death of Vegas buffets including another big one, Shawn's favorite Fremont Street character, a crazy Palazzo lawsuit and what it is like to walk on the Vegas Strip for 24 hours straight.

  • 0:00 "For Sale" Las Vegas 1952
  • 0:48 Walking on the Strip for 24 hours straight
  • 2:40 Casino Wizard 000 discovery
  • 4:23 Vegas "Nachogate" 2.0
  • 6:13 Palazzo negligence lawsuit
  • 8:16 Follow up on best Vegas movies comments
  • 10:02 Cosmo's Rose. Rabbit. Lie. returns sort of
  • 11:12 Vegas helicopter taxis closer to reality
  • 13:18 Luxor's buffet is closing
  • 14:30 How many buffets are left on the Vegas Strip?
  • 15:34 Shawn's favorite Fremont Street character
  • 16:31 Vanderpump Hotel is coming to the Strip
  • 18:30 Is Vanderpump Hotel the best move from Caesars Entertainment in recent years?

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Wynn's Insane Gift, Death of Vegas Valet, Trop Anniversary, More Bad Numbers & Best of April Fool's!04 Apr 202500:22:08

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This week all of the gaming and visitor numbers came fast and heavy. We covered a lot of the news on the last show, however even more data came in and it isn't looking good. Is this really the beginning of a tough time for Vegas or just a blip in the radar?

In other news Wynn gave their day one employees and incredible gift. How does it compare to other companies? We also discuss: the best Vegas April Fool's jokes, Trop being closed for a year, the Sacramento A's debut, Aviation Nation, Van Gogh 2.0, Flamingo's GO Pool progress and how to score a free cabana at Palms.

  • 0:00 The Trop has been closed for 1 year
  • 0:49 Diving into even more bad visitor numbers
  • 2:32 Best Vegas April Fool's jokes
  • 4:10 Cromwell used to have their own casino scented candles
  • 4:42 Wyndham/Caesars bonus points promo
  • 5:40 Free cabanas at Palms for locals
  • 7:11 Follow up on Palms comps
  • 7:48 The reality of no valet at Excalibur
  • 11:10 Sacramento A's make their debut and struggle
  • 12:21 Siegfried & Roy mansion museum
  • 13:27 Aviation Nation coming to Vegas
  • 14:34 Mark's Baha Mar casino review - A little bit of everything?
  • 16:37 Van Gogh 2.0 coming to Crystals
  • 17:35 Pink's Hot Dogs returning to Las Vegas area
  • 18:40 Wynn's $10K gift to day one employees
  • 20:25 Flamingo's GO Pool may not open on time

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Troubling Vegas Numbers, Steve Wynn Loses, Hard Rock Drone Update, F1 Delays & Casino Candles!01 Apr 202500:21:21

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Episode Description:

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This week some troubling numbers came in as we received the visitor stats and gaming figures for February, 2024. With numbers down a lot, can we blame the Super Bowl or is this the beginning of huge declines. Plus why are people searching for Vegas less and why the sky might not be falling despite huge changes to the negative.

In other news F1's Grand Prix Plaza is delayed in Vegas, but they still let the media in. We also discuss: casino scented candles, construction progress on the newest Vegas casino, how the new Hard Rock is doing, whether casinos overblow card counting, Hyatt's casino promo and why Caesars should give gamblers free red bulls!

  • 0:00 Casino scented candles!
  • 0:51 Fontainebleau's mystery free play offer
  • 2:28 Fiesta Henderson redevelopment falls through
  • 3:22 Cadence Crossing update - Newest Vegas casino construction
  • 4:23 Do casinos overblow card counting?
  • 5:59 Steve Wynn's libel lawsuit is dead
  • 6:55 Pin Up Pizza sign drama update
  • 7:40 Hard Rock Las Vegas drone construction update
  • 9:27 F1 Grand Prix Plaza delayed - media event goes on
  • 11:07 Hyatt's new casino promo - Rio, Venetian, Palazzo
  • 12:05 A look at Wynn's renovated Fairway Villas
  • 13:54 Negative Vegas search trends
  • 16:07 An example of what Vegas is now in 2025
  • 18:07 February Vegas numbers are sort of bad…

Each week tens of thousands of people tune into our MtM Vegas news shows at http://www.YouTube.com/milestomemories. We do two news shows weekly on YouTube with this being the audio version. Never miss out on the latest happenings in and around Las Vegas!

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