Monte Carlo will be renamed Park MGM as part of a $450 million remodeling project. The new name was announced in an MGM Resorts International press release earlier today.
The property will also feature a "hotel within a hotel" concept with NoMad Hotel occupying a small portion of the rooms. NoMad will be operated by the New York City based Sydell Group.
It's unclear what will happen to Monte Carlo's current "hotel within a hotel" concept Hotel 32.
Re-naming Monte Carlo after the adjacent Park promenade was a fairly predictable move, but attaching the MGM brand to the property is kind of a head–scratcher.
While I understand "MGM" is a valuable brand name to the company, having two different properties on the same street with MGM in the name could become pretty confusing.
I could see a drunk tourist who cant remember the exact name of the hotel telling a cabbie to take him to MGM which would probably get him dropped off at MGM Grand.
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Friday, June 03, 2016
Tuesday, May 31, 2016
MGM buys Borgata - Monte Carlo Rename Next?
Boyd Gaming has agreed to sell its 50% ownership stake of The Borgata in Atlantic City to MGM Resorts International for a purchase price of $900 million. MGM was already the owner of the other 50% stake, however Boyd was the operator of the hotel and casino.
The announcement was made via separate MGM Resorts and Boyd Gaming press releases.
After the sale is complete MGM Resorts will transfer ownership of The Borgata to their real estate subsidiary MGM Growth Properties. The MGP REIT will then lease the property back to MGM, who will operate the hotel and casino. Borgata will become an M Life Rewards property.
This transaction doesn't have a direct impact on Las Vegas, but there's an interesting wrinkle. Now that MGM owns 100% of The Borgata I assume they are free to use "Borgata" as a brand name in Las Vegas.
Last year it was announced that Monte Carlo would be getting a name change. I had speculated that Borgata Las Vegas would be a great name for Monte Carlo. MGM's purchase of The Borgata today takes that unlikely scenario one step closer to reality.
Update - June 3, 2016: I guess it wasn't meant to be. The new name of Monte Carlo is Park MGM.
The announcement was made via separate MGM Resorts and Boyd Gaming press releases.
After the sale is complete MGM Resorts will transfer ownership of The Borgata to their real estate subsidiary MGM Growth Properties. The MGP REIT will then lease the property back to MGM, who will operate the hotel and casino. Borgata will become an M Life Rewards property.
This transaction doesn't have a direct impact on Las Vegas, but there's an interesting wrinkle. Now that MGM owns 100% of The Borgata I assume they are free to use "Borgata" as a brand name in Las Vegas.
Last year it was announced that Monte Carlo would be getting a name change. I had speculated that Borgata Las Vegas would be a great name for Monte Carlo. MGM's purchase of The Borgata today takes that unlikely scenario one step closer to reality.
Update - June 3, 2016: I guess it wasn't meant to be. The new name of Monte Carlo is Park MGM.
Thursday, January 07, 2016
T-Mobile Arena
The new Las Vegas Arena will officially be named T-Mobile Arena.
MGM Resorts International announced the new name in a press release, and T-Mobile tweeted about the new name.
T-Mobile customers will benefit from the naming rights deal, as they will have a VIP venue entrance at every event. They will also be eligible for ticket pre-sales, VIP experiences, and seat upgrade opportunities for select events.
Prior to the naming rights announcements there were rumors that T-Mobile would be the namesake. Those rumors turned out to be correct. I had also heard that Coca-Cola was in the discussion for naming rights.
While the arena now has a name, the new name for Monte Carlo has not been announced yet. This is a little surprising because MGM CEO Jim Murren told us to expect an announcement before the end of the year.
Well it's 2016 and we still haven't heard much aside from a Robin Leach rumor that hot NYC restaurants NoMad and 11 Madison Park will be coming.
The New York connection further points to earlier speculation that the new name for Monte Carlo will be New York related - possibly something like "Park Avenue" or "Central Park." I've also heard people talk about "Brooklyn" being a possible name for the property.
MGM Resorts International announced the new name in a press release, and T-Mobile tweeted about the new name.
T-Mobile customers will benefit from the naming rights deal, as they will have a VIP venue entrance at every event. They will also be eligible for ticket pre-sales, VIP experiences, and seat upgrade opportunities for select events.
Prior to the naming rights announcements there were rumors that T-Mobile would be the namesake. Those rumors turned out to be correct. I had also heard that Coca-Cola was in the discussion for naming rights.
While the arena now has a name, the new name for Monte Carlo has not been announced yet. This is a little surprising because MGM CEO Jim Murren told us to expect an announcement before the end of the year.
Well it's 2016 and we still haven't heard much aside from a Robin Leach rumor that hot NYC restaurants NoMad and 11 Madison Park will be coming.
The New York connection further points to earlier speculation that the new name for Monte Carlo will be New York related - possibly something like "Park Avenue" or "Central Park." I've also heard people talk about "Brooklyn" being a possible name for the property.
Thursday, October 22, 2015
MGM set to Charge Parking Garage Fees?
MGM Resorts International will soon charge for parking at their Las Vegas self park garages, according to a report from Vegas Tripping.
Casino companies are willing to nickel and dime their customers endlessly in a quest for higher revenues. Over the years gaming odds on the Strip have declined consistently, and more recently resort fees have become commonplace at almost every Las Vegas hotel.
It's no surprise the bean counters would eventually try to get their hands on one of the remaining free perks left in Vegas.
Gamblers will be upset, but MGM Resorts CEO Jim Murren has recently talked about focusing more on non-gaming clientele saying, "Many of them have no interest in gambling and that's perfectly fine with me."
There might be hope though. The Nevada Gaming Control Board has strict rules regarding access to gaming and according to their guidelines:
"...all gaming establishments in Nevada must remain open to the general public and the access of the general public to gaming activities must not be restricted in any manner..."
I'm not sure if charging for parking would count as restricting access, but hey it's something. Could Gaming Control block MGM from charging for parking?
Casino companies are willing to nickel and dime their customers endlessly in a quest for higher revenues. Over the years gaming odds on the Strip have declined consistently, and more recently resort fees have become commonplace at almost every Las Vegas hotel.
It's no surprise the bean counters would eventually try to get their hands on one of the remaining free perks left in Vegas.
Gamblers will be upset, but MGM Resorts CEO Jim Murren has recently talked about focusing more on non-gaming clientele saying, "Many of them have no interest in gambling and that's perfectly fine with me."
There might be hope though. The Nevada Gaming Control Board has strict rules regarding access to gaming and according to their guidelines:
"...all gaming establishments in Nevada must remain open to the general public and the access of the general public to gaming activities must not be restricted in any manner..."
I'm not sure if charging for parking would count as restricting access, but hey it's something. Could Gaming Control block MGM from charging for parking?
Thursday, August 27, 2015
Jim Murren News3LV Interview Highlights
MGM Resorts International chief executive officer Jim Murren did a TV interview with Jeff Gillan of KSNV News3LV the other day.
Some highlights:
Despite lowered revenues over the past year that he called growing pains, Murren is still bullish on Macau citing infrastructure improvements: a bridge from Hong Kong, development of the neighboring Hengqin island, a high speed rail network, expansion of the airport and light rail. Macau makes up about 20% of the company's revenue.
Talking about Las Vegas Murren highlighted a growing convention business and increased flight activity at McCarran International Airport. He talked about shifting demographics noting that the average age of the Las Vegas tourist is lowering. People are coming to Las Vegas for shows, entertainment, conventions, music festivals, sporting events - "Many of them have no interest in gambling and that's perfectly fine with me."
Murren still thinks Las Vegas will get a hockey team and he wants to attract locals with the new arena and park. Speaking about complaints that there will be a lack of parking at the arena, Murren said, "What's wrong with walking? Get off your butt and walk a little bit. We have garages up and down the Strip, which by the way are free."
And casinos, restaurants and bars attached to those garages!
Murren confirmed that he's not selling The Mirage.
Talking about a new name for Monte Carlo Murren said there will be an announcement by the end of the year. They're close to selecting a name that will attract millennials, people who are sports and entertainment oriented, and people who are spontaneous.
Related: Jim Murren Nevada Public Radio interview highlights from back in June.
Some highlights:
Despite lowered revenues over the past year that he called growing pains, Murren is still bullish on Macau citing infrastructure improvements: a bridge from Hong Kong, development of the neighboring Hengqin island, a high speed rail network, expansion of the airport and light rail. Macau makes up about 20% of the company's revenue.
Talking about Las Vegas Murren highlighted a growing convention business and increased flight activity at McCarran International Airport. He talked about shifting demographics noting that the average age of the Las Vegas tourist is lowering. People are coming to Las Vegas for shows, entertainment, conventions, music festivals, sporting events - "Many of them have no interest in gambling and that's perfectly fine with me."
Murren still thinks Las Vegas will get a hockey team and he wants to attract locals with the new arena and park. Speaking about complaints that there will be a lack of parking at the arena, Murren said, "What's wrong with walking? Get off your butt and walk a little bit. We have garages up and down the Strip, which by the way are free."
And casinos, restaurants and bars attached to those garages!
Murren confirmed that he's not selling The Mirage.
Talking about a new name for Monte Carlo Murren said there will be an announcement by the end of the year. They're close to selecting a name that will attract millennials, people who are sports and entertainment oriented, and people who are spontaneous.
Related: Jim Murren Nevada Public Radio interview highlights from back in June.
Monday, August 10, 2015
Monte Carlo Name Change
Monte Carlo is getting a new name. This has been hinted at and speculated for a few months now, but MGM Resorts International CEO Jim Murren has all but confirmed it. The name change will likely take place in 2016 around the same time the new Monte Carlo theater is finished.
Murren was quoted today in a Vegas Inc article saying, "a name change is almost a certainty." Apparently in focus group testing the Monte Carlo brand name did not resonate with customers as well as other MGM properties did. This isn't really surprising, as Monte Carlo is often overlooked despite its prime Strip location.
Here's the part of the blog post where I wildly guess some possible new names for Monte Carlo:
The Park - Naming the hotel and casino after the attached promenade would be taking a page directly out of the Caesars Entertainment playbook when they ultimately renamed Imperial Palace as The Linq. While this would make logical sense - it isn't the most exciting option.
Central Park - This name would incorporate a few different things. "Central" would highlight the hotel's relative location on the Strip and close proximity to City Center. "Park" is the name of the outdoor promenade. "Central Park" is obviously a New York reference which would essentially turn New York New York, The Park development, and the Central Park hotel into one distinct area.
Park Avenue - Another name with a New York twist. I think the road going through The Park development will be named Park Avenue, so the hotel having that same name might be a possibility. The strong New York tie-in would make this a de facto sister property to New York New York, which would make perfect sense since they will be sharing The Park development.
Borgata Las Vegas - This one is total speculation and is the longest of the long-shots, but in my mind it would be a good move. If you're not familiar Borgata is the nicest hotel casino in Atlantic City. It is owned as a 50/50 joint venture between MGM Resorts and Boyd Gaming. MGM could trade their stake in the AC property to Boyd in exchange for exclusive Borgata Las Vegas naming rights. Again, this is extremely unlikely but if MGM wanted to make a big splash with the re-name I can't think of another brand that would bring more excitement or credibility than Borgata.
Update - June 3, 2016: Park MGM is the new Monte Carlo name.
Murren was quoted today in a Vegas Inc article saying, "a name change is almost a certainty." Apparently in focus group testing the Monte Carlo brand name did not resonate with customers as well as other MGM properties did. This isn't really surprising, as Monte Carlo is often overlooked despite its prime Strip location.
Here's the part of the blog post where I wildly guess some possible new names for Monte Carlo:
The Park - Naming the hotel and casino after the attached promenade would be taking a page directly out of the Caesars Entertainment playbook when they ultimately renamed Imperial Palace as The Linq. While this would make logical sense - it isn't the most exciting option.
Central Park - This name would incorporate a few different things. "Central" would highlight the hotel's relative location on the Strip and close proximity to City Center. "Park" is the name of the outdoor promenade. "Central Park" is obviously a New York reference which would essentially turn New York New York, The Park development, and the Central Park hotel into one distinct area.
Park Avenue - Another name with a New York twist. I think the road going through The Park development will be named Park Avenue, so the hotel having that same name might be a possibility. The strong New York tie-in would make this a de facto sister property to New York New York, which would make perfect sense since they will be sharing The Park development.
Borgata Las Vegas - This one is total speculation and is the longest of the long-shots, but in my mind it would be a good move. If you're not familiar Borgata is the nicest hotel casino in Atlantic City. It is owned as a 50/50 joint venture between MGM Resorts and Boyd Gaming. MGM could trade their stake in the AC property to Boyd in exchange for exclusive Borgata Las Vegas naming rights. Again, this is extremely unlikely but if MGM wanted to make a big splash with the re-name I can't think of another brand that would bring more excitement or credibility than Borgata.
Update - June 3, 2016: Park MGM is the new Monte Carlo name.
Friday, August 07, 2015
MGM Arena Construction Taking Shape
I was looking at Las Vegas maps the other day and came across the new MGM-AEG Arena construction and The Park development. You can see where arena is located behind New York New York. The space between NYNY and Monte Carlo will be a pedestrian walkway back to the arena. There is also curve in the road where you can tell where the new Monte Carlo theater will be located.
Image: Google Maps.
The official MGM arena website also has some construction webcams up. The exterior camera and time-lapse video shows the progress of the arena so far. You can see how much work has been done in the 15 or so months that construction has been going on.
The interior camera gives a glimpse inside the arena. It looks like they might already be installing a hockey rink, which supports rumors of a hockey team moving or expanding to Vegas. You can see how much natural light is used, which I believe is pretty unique. The interior also has a time-lapse video.
Also, Vital Vegas posted this picture on Twitter of the interior of the arena from a different angle. It looks like the upper deck sections will have their entrances at the top of the section, instead of having tunnels at the bottom of each section.
Photo: John Kompare via Vital Vegas on Twitter.
Image: Google Maps.
The official MGM arena website also has some construction webcams up. The exterior camera and time-lapse video shows the progress of the arena so far. You can see how much work has been done in the 15 or so months that construction has been going on.
The interior camera gives a glimpse inside the arena. It looks like they might already be installing a hockey rink, which supports rumors of a hockey team moving or expanding to Vegas. You can see how much natural light is used, which I believe is pretty unique. The interior also has a time-lapse video.
Also, Vital Vegas posted this picture on Twitter of the interior of the arena from a different angle. It looks like the upper deck sections will have their entrances at the top of the section, instead of having tunnels at the bottom of each section.
Photo: John Kompare via Vital Vegas on Twitter.
Thursday, July 16, 2015
New Monte Carlo Theater in 2016
A new 5,000 seat theater will be built at Monte Carlo and open in 2016 according to a MGM Resorts International Press Release. The new theater will be adjacent to The Park development and MGM-AEG Arena.
The theater construction will cause some of MGM Resorts' signature shows to be shuffled around. Blue Man Group will move from Monte Carlo to Luxor this fall, while Jabbawockeez will move from Luxor to MGM Grand. This means both of these shows will be moving back to the properties where they first performed in Las Vegas.
With a 5,000 seat theater it looks like MGM Resorts is looking to attract the type of headliners who currently reside at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace and the AXIS Theater at Planet Hollywood - both owned by Caesars Entertainment.
The Monte Carlo theater will also help attract even more people to restaurants and bars which will be a part of The Park development. Between the arena and the theater there should be an event going on almost every night of the week.
Monte Carlo has been rumored to undergo a re-branding that could include a new name. It would make sense if this renaming takes place around the time of the theater and arena opening in 2016. We will have to see if Monte Carlo gets a new name, or if they decide to keep it as Monte Carlo.
Renderings: MGM Press Release.
The theater construction will cause some of MGM Resorts' signature shows to be shuffled around. Blue Man Group will move from Monte Carlo to Luxor this fall, while Jabbawockeez will move from Luxor to MGM Grand. This means both of these shows will be moving back to the properties where they first performed in Las Vegas.
With a 5,000 seat theater it looks like MGM Resorts is looking to attract the type of headliners who currently reside at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace and the AXIS Theater at Planet Hollywood - both owned by Caesars Entertainment.
The Monte Carlo theater will also help attract even more people to restaurants and bars which will be a part of The Park development. Between the arena and the theater there should be an event going on almost every night of the week.
Monte Carlo has been rumored to undergo a re-branding that could include a new name. It would make sense if this renaming takes place around the time of the theater and arena opening in 2016. We will have to see if Monte Carlo gets a new name, or if they decide to keep it as Monte Carlo.
Renderings: MGM Press Release.
Saturday, June 13, 2015
Jim Murren Nevada Public Radio Interview Highlights
MGM Resorts International CEO Jim Murren was on Nevada Public Radio.
The interview started off talking about politics, and the retirement of Harry Reid.
Murren then talked about online gaming, which is something that MGM is looking to get into, although he said it's not something the company is dependent on. He also said he's a "big fan" of skill based gaming, which will help attract millennials and Gen X-er's.
In the future of Las Vegas Murren thinks resorts will become "more porous" allowing guests to flow from resort to resort instead of trapping them in a single resort. He stressed the importance of non-gaming which makes up 70% of the company's revenue.
Talking about MGM National Harbor, Murren said the resort will fit right in with the DC landscape, and uses some of the same architectural elements found in many of the monuments around the District.
Murren also addressed the hypocrisy of major sports leagues by allowing fantasy sports while trying to ban other sports gaming.
MGM's new arena is almost complete, and MGM is spending $100 million on the park surrounding the arena and New York New York (complete with a Shake Shack). Murren is optimistic about attracting a hockey team to Las Vegas "no later than the 2017 season."
As far as a possible merger between WYNN and MGM - Murren dismissed it as "total speculation."
MGM's power bill is $86 million a year, which is leading them to explore cutting ties with NV Energy in an effort to save money.
Despite North Strip struggles Murren is "very optimistic about the growth of Circus Circus." Monte Carlo is also ripe for growth, with MGM expecting to invest a large amount of money to re-position the property. He mentioned The Cromwell as an example of a successful re-branding.
Finally talking about Macau, Murren said he thinks the market is stabilizing, and expects the numbers to be back up in 2016.
Listen to the entire interview at Nevada Public Radio.
The interview started off talking about politics, and the retirement of Harry Reid.
Murren then talked about online gaming, which is something that MGM is looking to get into, although he said it's not something the company is dependent on. He also said he's a "big fan" of skill based gaming, which will help attract millennials and Gen X-er's.
In the future of Las Vegas Murren thinks resorts will become "more porous" allowing guests to flow from resort to resort instead of trapping them in a single resort. He stressed the importance of non-gaming which makes up 70% of the company's revenue.
Talking about MGM National Harbor, Murren said the resort will fit right in with the DC landscape, and uses some of the same architectural elements found in many of the monuments around the District.
Murren also addressed the hypocrisy of major sports leagues by allowing fantasy sports while trying to ban other sports gaming.
MGM's new arena is almost complete, and MGM is spending $100 million on the park surrounding the arena and New York New York (complete with a Shake Shack). Murren is optimistic about attracting a hockey team to Las Vegas "no later than the 2017 season."
As far as a possible merger between WYNN and MGM - Murren dismissed it as "total speculation."
MGM's power bill is $86 million a year, which is leading them to explore cutting ties with NV Energy in an effort to save money.
Despite North Strip struggles Murren is "very optimistic about the growth of Circus Circus." Monte Carlo is also ripe for growth, with MGM expecting to invest a large amount of money to re-position the property. He mentioned The Cromwell as an example of a successful re-branding.
Finally talking about Macau, Murren said he thinks the market is stabilizing, and expects the numbers to be back up in 2016.
Listen to the entire interview at Nevada Public Radio.
Monday, July 28, 2014
MGM-AEG Arena and The Park
One of the more exciting development projects in Las Vegas is the new MGM-AEG Arena. The $350 million 20 thousand seat arena will be located directly west of (behind) New York New York. The joint partnership between MGM Resorts International and AEG Live is expected to attract top concerts, and possibly a pro sports team (although that's a long-shot).
Part of the arena development will be The Park, which will be a retail walkway between Monte Carlo and NYNY. The outdoor space is a similar concept to The Linq. We can expect lots of restaurants and bars on the way back to the arena. There will also be changes to the front of NYNY which will add more retail space.
I'm looking forward to the new arena (expected to open in 2016) and The Park, although I'm wondering if Las Vegas really needs more retail space. There seems to be a mall on every corner these days. It will also be interesting to see how visitors handle the hot weather in some of these outdoor spaces.
Part of the arena development will be The Park, which will be a retail walkway between Monte Carlo and NYNY. The outdoor space is a similar concept to The Linq. We can expect lots of restaurants and bars on the way back to the arena. There will also be changes to the front of NYNY which will add more retail space.
I'm looking forward to the new arena (expected to open in 2016) and The Park, although I'm wondering if Las Vegas really needs more retail space. There seems to be a mall on every corner these days. It will also be interesting to see how visitors handle the hot weather in some of these outdoor spaces.
Wednesday, February 09, 2011
Blue Man Group moving to Monte Carlo in 2012
Blue Man Group will be moving from Venetian to Monte Carlo in 2012. To celebrate, Monte Carlo illuminated the hotel in blue. I think the blue light was supposed to be a mystery publicity stunt, with an official announcement tomorrow, but people figured it out pretty quickly.
Pic credit: Monte Carlo Twitter.
Pic credit: Monte Carlo Twitter.
Tuesday, January 11, 2011
MGM Resorts Launches M life
MGM Resorts International has launched their new "M life" loyalty program. The program will have a tier structure consisting of Sapphire, Pearl, Gold and Platinum. Each tier comes with its own set of benefits, including the ability to earn points faster at the Gold and Platinum levels.
Another feature of M life will be the ability to track spending outside of the casino, but that won't be available until later this year.
The new program is being touted as easier to use and more transparent when it comes to knowing exactly what you've earned. You will be able to check your balances a variety of ways, including online, kiosks, at slot machines and even an iPhone app.
M life is also aiming to offer guests rewards that they actually want. If you went to a concert in the past, they might offer you tickets to a concert by a similar artist in the future.
We will have to wait and see how well the new program is implemented, but I think any change is for the better. I never could figure out the old MGM Players Club. It was seemingly impossible to know what comps you had or how much you had to play to get anything. M life looks to be combating some of these problems, so hopefully it's a step in the right direction.
Source: MGM Resorts Press Release.
Another feature of M life will be the ability to track spending outside of the casino, but that won't be available until later this year.
The new program is being touted as easier to use and more transparent when it comes to knowing exactly what you've earned. You will be able to check your balances a variety of ways, including online, kiosks, at slot machines and even an iPhone app.
M life is also aiming to offer guests rewards that they actually want. If you went to a concert in the past, they might offer you tickets to a concert by a similar artist in the future.
We will have to wait and see how well the new program is implemented, but I think any change is for the better. I never could figure out the old MGM Players Club. It was seemingly impossible to know what comps you had or how much you had to play to get anything. M life looks to be combating some of these problems, so hopefully it's a step in the right direction.
Source: MGM Resorts Press Release.
Sunday, September 12, 2010
Monte Carlo replaces Lance Burton with Jabbawockeez
With Lance Burton's run at the Monte Carlo coming to an end, the hotel has replaced him with dance troupe Jabbawockeez.
The Jabbawockeez show will be titled "Mus.i.c" (pronounced "muse I see") and starts Oct. 7, with five shows per week through December. The troupe had a successful run at the MGM Grand earlier this year, which prompted MGM Resorts International to bring them back "by popular demand."
Lance Burton hasn't announced any plans yet, but I wouldn't be surprised to see him back on the Strip eventually.
Source: AP via Yahoo News.
The Jabbawockeez show will be titled "Mus.i.c" (pronounced "muse I see") and starts Oct. 7, with five shows per week through December. The troupe had a successful run at the MGM Grand earlier this year, which prompted MGM Resorts International to bring them back "by popular demand."
Lance Burton hasn't announced any plans yet, but I wouldn't be surprised to see him back on the Strip eventually.
Source: AP via Yahoo News.
Friday, July 09, 2010
Minus 5 Ice Lounge to open at Monte Carlo
A second Minus 5 Ice Lounge location will open at Monte Carlo in the space currently occupied by the Lance Burton Magic Shop and an MGM Mirage Players Club kiosk. The first Minus 5 in Vegas is at Mandalay Bay.
Minus 5 is a bar which is made up entirely of ice. Before entering you are given jackets, gloves and boots to wear. It's $25 to get in, and that includes 1 drink. I seem to remember there being a time limit that you could spend in the bar, but I'm not sure if that still exists. I can't imagine people hanging around very long either way.
When the first location opened I was wondering how successful they would be. The overhead must be insanely high, and the bar is pretty small, but apparently they are doing well enough to open a second location. I've never been there but it's probably worth doing once for the experience. They also have some pretty cool specialty drinks, including some named after Las Vegas Celebrities.
Minus 5 is a bar which is made up entirely of ice. Before entering you are given jackets, gloves and boots to wear. It's $25 to get in, and that includes 1 drink. I seem to remember there being a time limit that you could spend in the bar, but I'm not sure if that still exists. I can't imagine people hanging around very long either way.
When the first location opened I was wondering how successful they would be. The overhead must be insanely high, and the bar is pretty small, but apparently they are doing well enough to open a second location. I've never been there but it's probably worth doing once for the experience. They also have some pretty cool specialty drinks, including some named after Las Vegas Celebrities.
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
Cirque to develop Michael Jackson Show
Cirque du Soleil will develop a show based on the music of Michael Jackson. A touring version of the show will begin in 2011, followed by a permanent show in Vegas starting in 2012.
Part of the deal will also include a Jackson themed nightclub at the hotel where the show will be. That hotel hasn't been announced yet, but it will be a MGM Mirage property.
Off the top of my head the property that makes the most sense would be Mandalay Bay. They are the best MGM hotel without a Cirque show at the moment. Anything can happen between now and 2012 though, so the show really could end up almost anywhere. Monte Carlo perhaps to replace Lance Burton? Luxor to replace Criss Angel down the road? MGM Grand if KA is struggling? Aria if the Elvis show is a flop? Really almost anything is possible. I think Love is pretty safe so it won't be at Mirage. Same thing for O and Bellagio. Excalibur and Circus Circus are off the list just because they are on the low end. I guess time will tell.
Source: Reuters.
Part of the deal will also include a Jackson themed nightclub at the hotel where the show will be. That hotel hasn't been announced yet, but it will be a MGM Mirage property.
Off the top of my head the property that makes the most sense would be Mandalay Bay. They are the best MGM hotel without a Cirque show at the moment. Anything can happen between now and 2012 though, so the show really could end up almost anywhere. Monte Carlo perhaps to replace Lance Burton? Luxor to replace Criss Angel down the road? MGM Grand if KA is struggling? Aria if the Elvis show is a flop? Really almost anything is possible. I think Love is pretty safe so it won't be at Mirage. Same thing for O and Bellagio. Excalibur and Circus Circus are off the list just because they are on the low end. I guess time will tell.
Source: Reuters.
Monday, April 05, 2010
Lance Burton Leaving Monte Carlo after 14 Years
After 14 years Lance Burton will be leaving Monte Carlo. His last show will be in September. Burton had been working at Monte Carlo since the hotel opened in 1996. Burton had 5 more years on his contract which was just recently extended to 2015, but decided to leave because of "irreconcilable differences".
Source: AP.
Source: AP.
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