Category: Land Based Gaming and Casinos
Las Vegas NBA Arena at Rio?
It seems Sin City cannot get enough when it comes to professional sports. Now there are rumors of a Las Vegas NBA arena set to be built near the Rio. If true, that would be a step toward getting an NBA franchise, either by relocation or (more likely) league expansion in the near future. But can we trust these rumors? I mean, it’s not like they haven’t been circulating for years. Sources at some reliable blogs are sharing that the Oak View Group is moving forward with plans for this Las Vegas NBA. Previously, they had announced a huge, multibillion…
A Look at Surging Las Vegas Prices
Sin City was once celebrated for its affordability, but in recent times Las Vegas prices have transformed into one of the most expensive cities to visit in America. Rising costs for lodging, dining, and entertainment are increasingly impacting tourists. Historically a budget-friendly destination, Vegas has shifted its focus from economical stays to luxury experiences. As competition from other gambling hubs grew, Sin City responded by introducing high-end hotels, upscale dining, and exclusive entertainment options to attract visitors. Coupled with the pandemic, these changes have led to skyrocketing prices. A recent study by Forbes Advisor highlights this trend: over the past…
Update to Renovations at the Rio Las Vegas
We’ve been following the renovations at the Rio Las Vegas for quite a while. And now, the property has announced that the initial phase of the upgrades has been completed. This is an ongoing project which began back in 2023, and may take another year or two for completion. In fact, we visited the resort back in May of this year to have a look around, and you can find that video below. In this first phase, significant upgrades were made. This included the introduction of eight new dining options, a complete overhaul of the 220,000 square feet of…
How to Watch the Tropicana Implosion
If you want to watch the Tropicana implosion in person or online, we have the information to help you do so! And with police blocking streets, no public viewing area, and Las Vegas hotel room prices skyrocketing it won’t be easy! What left of Tropicana Las Vegas will be coming down in the early morning hours of October 9th, and with such big buildings, and such a big implosion, you would think that watching the event live would be pretty easy… and you’d be wrong. When it comes to catching the implosion firsthand your options are a bit…
Styx to Rock the Venetian
Legendary rockers Styx have schedules a five-night engagement at The Venetian Las Vegas as part of their their 2025 tour. For the first time in their 50 year career, Styx will be performing 1977’s “The Grand Illusion” in its entirety, along with the band’s classic hits. The shows will be held on January 24th, 25th, 29th, 31st, and February 1st of next year. Tickets start at just $45, plus applicable charges and fees, and are on sale now at Ticketmaster.com, and at the Venetian Las Vegas website and box office located at the resort. “The Grand Illusion” is the biggest…
Three Huge Las Vegas Residencies Ending
Several of the biggest Las Vegas residencies are set to come to an end in January, February, and March of next year. The performers in question are some of the biggest names in rock & roll and country music. So who are these huge music artists saying good bye to Sin City? We’re glad you asked! Read on! First up, the Eagles have just opened their Las Vegas shows, quickly selling out their live performances. With the enduring popularity of Don Henley and the Grammy-winning band, fans are eager to catch them after more than 50 years of touring. Even…