For years Caesars Entertainment has had a reputation for not maintaining their properties. While most Strip properties had routine room updates, Caesars seemed to take the approach of deferring maintenance to save money.
This provided some great room rates for budget travelers, but from a company perspective Caesars was hurting themselves by not being able to charge more for nicer room offerings.
This might be changing though. On the latest Caesars Entertainment earnings conference call yesterday new CEO Mark Frissora talked about being able to achieve higher average daily room rates by improving their properties.
Indeed Caesars has already taken steps to upgrade Las Vegas hotel rooms with the upcoming Julius Tower at Caesars Palace, new suites at Paris, upgraded rooms in the Carnival Tower at Harrah's, and refreshed Hollywood Hip rooms and suites at Planet Hollywood.
This follows some other improvements at Caesars properties including the complete overhauls at The Cromwell and The Linq, along with new hotel rooms at the Bally's Jubilee Tower and the Rio Samba Suites.
If Caesars continues to aggressively improve their room products it would give Las Vegas travelers many more options for a nicer hotel room closer to the center of the Strip.
Showing posts with label The Linq. Show all posts
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Tuesday, November 10, 2015
Thursday, November 05, 2015
Gourmet Hot Dogs in Las Vegas
The odd topic of whether a hot dog should be considered a sandwich has engulfed the internet. While I don't really care if a hot dog is a sandwich, it got me thinking.
Where can you get a good hot dog in Las Vegas? Gourmet hamburgers have been all the rage for a while now, but what about dogs?
American Coney Island - Located at The D on Fremont Street this brand has been a Detroit staple for almost 100 years. They are famous for hot dogs with secret recipe Coney Island Chili Sauce.
Pink's - In the Miracle Mile shops at Planet Hollywood this is a Las Vegas outpost of the world famous hot dog stand in Los Angeles. Along with Classic Dogs you can also opt for one of their Special Dogs with all kinds of fun toppings.
Haute Doggery - At The Linq promenade this shop is affiliated with the same people who run Pink's. It looks like Haute Doggery is less chili focused and more inspired by classic mustard and relish.
Shake Shack - Located at New York New York Shake Shack is more known for burgers, but they actually started as a New York hot dog cart. Their flat top dogs come in four different styles, including a chicken version.
Little Richie's - At Treasure Island. Perhaps less gourmet than the others listed here, Little Richie's specializes in Chicago-style hot dogs, Italian beef sandwiches, and Polish sausages. It looks like a good spot to grab some drunk food if you're in the neighborhood of Treasure Island.
Where can you get a good hot dog in Las Vegas? Gourmet hamburgers have been all the rage for a while now, but what about dogs?
American Coney Island - Located at The D on Fremont Street this brand has been a Detroit staple for almost 100 years. They are famous for hot dogs with secret recipe Coney Island Chili Sauce.
Pink's - In the Miracle Mile shops at Planet Hollywood this is a Las Vegas outpost of the world famous hot dog stand in Los Angeles. Along with Classic Dogs you can also opt for one of their Special Dogs with all kinds of fun toppings.
Haute Doggery - At The Linq promenade this shop is affiliated with the same people who run Pink's. It looks like Haute Doggery is less chili focused and more inspired by classic mustard and relish.
Shake Shack - Located at New York New York Shake Shack is more known for burgers, but they actually started as a New York hot dog cart. Their flat top dogs come in four different styles, including a chicken version.
Little Richie's - At Treasure Island. Perhaps less gourmet than the others listed here, Little Richie's specializes in Chicago-style hot dogs, Italian beef sandwiches, and Polish sausages. It looks like a good spot to grab some drunk food if you're in the neighborhood of Treasure Island.
Sunday, October 11, 2015
The Linq Parking Garage Flooding
It almost never rains in Las Vegas, and when it does flash flooding can occur. One place that is almost certain to have flooding during a storm is The Linq hotel parking garage. This spot has been prone to flooding for years, dating back to when it was the Imperial Palace.
I was watching the latest TheTrooper97 vlog video and he captured some of this flooding from last week at the 3:21 mark:
I also found another YouTube video from back in July that shows the overflow:
These videos make the Linq parking garage river look pretty dramatic, but I'm guessing this happens frequently enough that the staff knows how to re-direct traffic away from the rushing water.
I was watching the latest TheTrooper97 vlog video and he captured some of this flooding from last week at the 3:21 mark:
I also found another YouTube video from back in July that shows the overflow:
These videos make the Linq parking garage river look pretty dramatic, but I'm guessing this happens frequently enough that the staff knows how to re-direct traffic away from the rushing water.
Friday, September 25, 2015
Penske Wynn Ferrari Dealership Closing
The famous Penske Wynn Ferrari showroom at Wynn Las Vegas will be closing by the end of the year. The only Ferrari dealership in Nevada was a tourist attraction in itself, charging guests $10 to browse the high end cars.
The story first reported by TMZ relayed that Steve Wynn was "frustrated that he's not making the best use of the 10,000 square foot space inhabited by the high-end dealership."
Nothing has been announced as a replacement for the dealership yet. More retail would probably be the obvious choice. Some people think another nightclub would make sense. The poker room is also in that area, so something might be happening there.
While not free, the Ferrari showroom was one of those "only in Las Vegas" attractions that appealed to some people and it will be sad to see it go in that sense. Tourists looking to get a car show feel still will be able to check out The Auto Collections at The Linq.
The story first reported by TMZ relayed that Steve Wynn was "frustrated that he's not making the best use of the 10,000 square foot space inhabited by the high-end dealership."
Nothing has been announced as a replacement for the dealership yet. More retail would probably be the obvious choice. Some people think another nightclub would make sense. The poker room is also in that area, so something might be happening there.
While not free, the Ferrari showroom was one of those "only in Las Vegas" attractions that appealed to some people and it will be sad to see it go in that sense. Tourists looking to get a car show feel still will be able to check out The Auto Collections at The Linq.
Saturday, September 05, 2015
The Linq Hotel - Old and New
Now that The Linq hotel on the Strip has been completely transformed from it's former Imperial Palace roots, I thought it would be fun to compare the current Linq hotel with what it used to look like as Imperial Palace.
Here's a picture I took of Imperial Palace in 2009:
And here's a Linq PR photo of the new pool deck and hotel facade:
Here's a picture I took of Imperial Palace in 2009:
And here's a Linq PR photo of the new pool deck and hotel facade:
Friday, September 04, 2015
Diamond Ice at The Linq
This video caught my eye - the making of diamond ice at 3535 Cocktail Bar at The Linq.
Tuesday, March 03, 2015
High Roller Averaging 5000 Riders Per Day
On a recent earnings call, Caesars Entertainment revealed the High Roller observation wheel attraction is averaging 5000 riders per day.
The High Roller is the centerpiece of The Linq pedestrian walkway between Flamingo and the newly renamed Linq Hotel (formerly The Quad and Imperial Palace before that).
While 5000 riders is below the 10000 riders originally projected for the High Roller, ridership is growing - up 10% from the previous quarter.
Caesars executives commented about how challenging the marketing aspect of the attraction is, with ridership varying drastically depending on seasonality and demographics. It's possible that once the marketing is fully optimized that 10000 daily riders wouldn't be out of the question as a long term goal.
5000 average daily riders adds up to 1.825 million riders a year, which means roughly 5% of Las Vegas visitors end up riding the High Roller. That seems like an OK number, but Caesars will definitely want to push that higher if they want to fully optimize The Linq.
The High Roller is the centerpiece of The Linq pedestrian walkway between Flamingo and the newly renamed Linq Hotel (formerly The Quad and Imperial Palace before that).
While 5000 riders is below the 10000 riders originally projected for the High Roller, ridership is growing - up 10% from the previous quarter.
Caesars executives commented about how challenging the marketing aspect of the attraction is, with ridership varying drastically depending on seasonality and demographics. It's possible that once the marketing is fully optimized that 10000 daily riders wouldn't be out of the question as a long term goal.
5000 average daily riders adds up to 1.825 million riders a year, which means roughly 5% of Las Vegas visitors end up riding the High Roller. That seems like an OK number, but Caesars will definitely want to push that higher if they want to fully optimize The Linq.
Wednesday, July 30, 2014
High Roller Photos and Thoughts
The High Roller observation wheel has been open for a few months. Reviews seem to be mixed. While most people enjoy the ride and say it has great views, ridership seems to be low. Prices started out high for the attraction, but coupons and comps are becoming more common now.
My parents went on recently and sent me these photos. They went during the day and were able to get a pod to themselves. While they had a good time I don't think they would go out of their way to ride again.
The High Roller is the centerpiece to The Linq development, which is a walkway between Flamingo and The Quad lined with restaurants and retail. I'm getting the same type of vibe from the Linq as the High Roller - it's a nice place but most people aren't making special plans to go there.
A recent trend for Caesars Entertainment is also to offer High Roller view rooms in their hotels. It does look pretty cool at night. Here's a shot of the July 4th fireworks from the Flamingo.
My parents went on recently and sent me these photos. They went during the day and were able to get a pod to themselves. While they had a good time I don't think they would go out of their way to ride again.
The High Roller is the centerpiece to The Linq development, which is a walkway between Flamingo and The Quad lined with restaurants and retail. I'm getting the same type of vibe from the Linq as the High Roller - it's a nice place but most people aren't making special plans to go there.
A recent trend for Caesars Entertainment is also to offer High Roller view rooms in their hotels. It does look pretty cool at night. Here's a shot of the July 4th fireworks from the Flamingo.
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.
Sunday, July 27, 2014
The Quad name change to The Linq
The Quad will be changing names again. The hotel formerly known as Imperial Palace was re-named The Quad in December of 2012. Starting in fall 2014 it will be known as The Linq Hotel and Casino.
The question I have: Was this planned all along?
Since the early days of The Quad there have been rumors floating around of a possible second name change. I have a feeling parent company Caesars Entertainment intentionally used The Quad as a sacrificial placeholder until they were able to renovate the hotel rooms. Now with a $223 million renovation underway it only makes sense to remove the bad stigma (and reviews) of the old Quad/IP hotel rooms and go for a total re-brand.
From the Caesars Entertainment renderings it looks like the outside of the hotel will be getting a fresh new look. It's not really clear if the balconies will remain functional, or if they will be closed off and just for decoration. The splash of green and purple looks good, and I bet it will be even better at night.
The rooms look like a modern update that has become pretty standard among room renovations these days. The mural behind the bed is a unique touch, and what looks to be laminate flooring takes a cue from the Flamingo Fab rooms.
New rooms come with a new price. A quick search shows The Linq rooms going for 2-3 times the price of what The Quad rooms did. Considering the prime center Strip location that still might be a pretty good deal though. With a $223 million renovation budget it should be pretty nice.
The question I have: Was this planned all along?
Since the early days of The Quad there have been rumors floating around of a possible second name change. I have a feeling parent company Caesars Entertainment intentionally used The Quad as a sacrificial placeholder until they were able to renovate the hotel rooms. Now with a $223 million renovation underway it only makes sense to remove the bad stigma (and reviews) of the old Quad/IP hotel rooms and go for a total re-brand.
From the Caesars Entertainment renderings it looks like the outside of the hotel will be getting a fresh new look. It's not really clear if the balconies will remain functional, or if they will be closed off and just for decoration. The splash of green and purple looks good, and I bet it will be even better at night.
The rooms look like a modern update that has become pretty standard among room renovations these days. The mural behind the bed is a unique touch, and what looks to be laminate flooring takes a cue from the Flamingo Fab rooms.
New rooms come with a new price. A quick search shows The Linq rooms going for 2-3 times the price of what The Quad rooms did. Considering the prime center Strip location that still might be a pretty good deal though. With a $223 million renovation budget it should be pretty nice.
Saturday, July 26, 2014
Las Vegas in 2014
I've been away from the blog for a while. I'm always thinking about Las Vegas and it's about time I start posting again. Some of the topics I plan on covering soon are:
- The Cromwell
- Downtown Grand
- The Linq and the High Roller
- The Quad name change to The Linq
- SLS Las Vegas
- Resorts World
- MGM-AEG Arena
- Cosmopolitan sold
- Atlantic City
Las Vegas is constantly changing so there's a lot to write about.
- The Cromwell
- Downtown Grand
- The Linq and the High Roller
- The Quad name change to The Linq
- SLS Las Vegas
- Resorts World
- MGM-AEG Arena
- Cosmopolitan sold
- Atlantic City
Las Vegas is constantly changing so there's a lot to write about.
Tuesday, February 26, 2013
Caesars Entertainment Resort Fees starting March 1, 2013
After years of advertising that they don't charge resort fees, Caesars Entertainment has changed course 180 degrees. The company will start charging the fees on all Las Vegas rooms booked after March 1, 2013.
This is quite a change from the summer of 2011 when showgirls from Bally's protested resort fees on the Strip.
All eight Caesars properties in Vegas (Caesars Palace, Planet Hollywood, Paris, Bally's, Harrah's, Flamingo, Rio and The Quad) will start charging resort fees ranging from $10-25 a night, which will include the use of basic amenities like internet access and use of the hotel fitness center.
From an outside perspective this seems like a strange move. Since most Las Vegas Strip hotels charge resort fees, I thought Caesars was in a great position being able to advertise that the didn't have the fees. Obviously adding fees will provide a revenue boost for the company, but they could have just as easily done that by raising hotel rates outright.
Caesars obviously didn't think they could continue on with the no-fee strategy though, as eye-catching low rack rates backed up by secondary "hidden" fees are proving to be a very successful strategy for travel providers.
This is quite a change from the summer of 2011 when showgirls from Bally's protested resort fees on the Strip.
All eight Caesars properties in Vegas (Caesars Palace, Planet Hollywood, Paris, Bally's, Harrah's, Flamingo, Rio and The Quad) will start charging resort fees ranging from $10-25 a night, which will include the use of basic amenities like internet access and use of the hotel fitness center.
From an outside perspective this seems like a strange move. Since most Las Vegas Strip hotels charge resort fees, I thought Caesars was in a great position being able to advertise that the didn't have the fees. Obviously adding fees will provide a revenue boost for the company, but they could have just as easily done that by raising hotel rates outright.
Caesars obviously didn't think they could continue on with the no-fee strategy though, as eye-catching low rack rates backed up by secondary "hidden" fees are proving to be a very successful strategy for travel providers.
Friday, November 30, 2012
Human Nature moving to Venetian
Just as it looked like Human Nature might be leaving Las Vegas, they signed a new deal to remain on the Strip.
VegasChatter is reporting that Human Nature will be starting a two year residency at the Venetian in January 2013.
The Australian Motown singing group had just performed their last show at The Quad this past weekend. They will hit the road for shows in Florida and Australia before beginning their new gig at the Venetian.
Human Nature consistently gets good reviews, so it's not much of a surprise they were able to move up to a more prestigious hotel.
VegasChatter is reporting that Human Nature will be starting a two year residency at the Venetian in January 2013.
The Australian Motown singing group had just performed their last show at The Quad this past weekend. They will hit the road for shows in Florida and Australia before beginning their new gig at the Venetian.
Human Nature consistently gets good reviews, so it's not much of a surprise they were able to move up to a more prestigious hotel.
Wednesday, November 28, 2012
The Quad
Imperial Palace is now officially named The Quad.
If you go to the Imperial Palace website you will be redirected to TheQuadLV.com. The Quad is also now used in all of the Total Rewards and Caesars Entertainment marketing materials. The Quad even has it's own Facebook and Twitter pages.
With the new name also comes new entertainment. Singing group Human Nature recently performed their last show at the property. They will reportedly be replaced by Recycled Percussion. No surprise the Imperial Palace theater will be renamed Showroom at the Quad.
If you go to the Imperial Palace website you will be redirected to TheQuadLV.com. The Quad is also now used in all of the Total Rewards and Caesars Entertainment marketing materials. The Quad even has it's own Facebook and Twitter pages.
With the new name also comes new entertainment. Singing group Human Nature recently performed their last show at the property. They will reportedly be replaced by Recycled Percussion. No surprise the Imperial Palace theater will be renamed Showroom at the Quad.
Monday, October 01, 2012
The Linq gets Bowling Restaurants and Bars
The Linq announced a list of tenants which will be occupying the property via the Caesars Pulse of Vegas blog.
The headliner appears to be Brooklyn Bowl, which is a combination bowling alley, nightclub and performance venue. At first glance I scoffed at the idea of a bowling alley on the Strip, but further investigation shows the original Brooklyn Bowl in New York to be a pretty cool looking place. Will it work in Las Vegas? Maybe.
The other Linq tenants will include:
Sprinkles - cupcakes and ice cream.
Koto - an "oddities" store.
Off the Strip Bistro - an Italian restaurant and bar (not surprisingly, they also have a location off the Strip).
Bella Scarpa - footwear boutique.
F.A.M.E. - stands for food, art, music and entertainment and will aim to recreate an "Asian Night Market" vibe.
Ruby Blue - jewelry and accessories.
Yard House - bar and grill, this will be the third Vegas location (Red Rock and Town Square).
Tilted Kilt - an upscale, Scottish version of Hooters.
Flour and Barley - wood fired pizza and craft beer.
Chayo Mexicano - huge restaurant with multiple bars.
None of these are entirely unexpected, but all of them appear to be pretty good selections for a development like The Linq. All of the dining options appear to have good bar components, and it appears many will include live music, which is a plus.
While some of these are chains, they are all fairly unique. I doubt we'll be seeing an Applebee's or Friday's as part of The Linq as some had feared.
The headliner appears to be Brooklyn Bowl, which is a combination bowling alley, nightclub and performance venue. At first glance I scoffed at the idea of a bowling alley on the Strip, but further investigation shows the original Brooklyn Bowl in New York to be a pretty cool looking place. Will it work in Las Vegas? Maybe.
The other Linq tenants will include:
Sprinkles - cupcakes and ice cream.
Koto - an "oddities" store.
Off the Strip Bistro - an Italian restaurant and bar (not surprisingly, they also have a location off the Strip).
Bella Scarpa - footwear boutique.
F.A.M.E. - stands for food, art, music and entertainment and will aim to recreate an "Asian Night Market" vibe.
Ruby Blue - jewelry and accessories.
Yard House - bar and grill, this will be the third Vegas location (Red Rock and Town Square).
Tilted Kilt - an upscale, Scottish version of Hooters.
Flour and Barley - wood fired pizza and craft beer.
Chayo Mexicano - huge restaurant with multiple bars.
None of these are entirely unexpected, but all of them appear to be pretty good selections for a development like The Linq. All of the dining options appear to have good bar components, and it appears many will include live music, which is a plus.
While some of these are chains, they are all fairly unique. I doubt we'll be seeing an Applebee's or Friday's as part of The Linq as some had feared.
Monday, July 23, 2012
Imperial Palace might become The Quad
Total Rewards and Caesars Entertainment sent me (and many other people) a survey asking what I think about a hypothetical new casino named "The Quad."
It became obvious very quickly that this "new" property was really a refurbished Imperial Palace. The survey even mentioned Dealertainers, an IP staple.
I'm not crazy about "The Quad" as a name, but the casino renderings are fairly promising, especially since it will likely be done on a shoestring budget.
Speaking of budgets, it looks like this hotel will be targeted to younger, budget conscious travelers. The property is also exploring a social theme, with elements designed to promote communication between guests.
While no official plans have been announced for the re-naming or remodeling of Imperial Palace, this is an interesting look of what may be coming soon.
It became obvious very quickly that this "new" property was really a refurbished Imperial Palace. The survey even mentioned Dealertainers, an IP staple.
I'm not crazy about "The Quad" as a name, but the casino renderings are fairly promising, especially since it will likely be done on a shoestring budget.
Speaking of budgets, it looks like this hotel will be targeted to younger, budget conscious travelers. The property is also exploring a social theme, with elements designed to promote communication between guests.
While no official plans have been announced for the re-naming or remodeling of Imperial Palace, this is an interesting look of what may be coming soon.
Tuesday, January 24, 2012
Imperial Palace Wedding Chapels
Imperial Palace has unveiled two new wedding chapels.
The Skyline Chapel can accommodate up to 80 guests. This chapel looks really nice. I'm guessing it's comparable to some of the nicer chapels on the Strip at a fraction of the price.
The Southwestern Chapel is a smaller 20 person venue. It obviously has a very different look. The theme kind of reminds me of The Little Church of the West. I'm not so sure about this one. I think some people will be turned off by the faux background.
Imperial Palace is likely going to be de-themed and transformed into a contemporary American design as part of The Linq. These new chapels definitely reflect that new design scheme.
Photos: Pulse of Vegas.
The Skyline Chapel can accommodate up to 80 guests. This chapel looks really nice. I'm guessing it's comparable to some of the nicer chapels on the Strip at a fraction of the price.
The Southwestern Chapel is a smaller 20 person venue. It obviously has a very different look. The theme kind of reminds me of The Little Church of the West. I'm not so sure about this one. I think some people will be turned off by the faux background.
Imperial Palace is likely going to be de-themed and transformed into a contemporary American design as part of The Linq. These new chapels definitely reflect that new design scheme.
Photos: Pulse of Vegas.
Saturday, January 14, 2012
Flamingo Tennis Courts Removed for Linq
It appears the tennis courts at Flamingo have been removed to make way for Project Linq.
A picture was posted on Vegas Chatter showing an empty lot of dirt where the courts used to be.
I remember in the past thinking to myself that the tennis courts at Flamingo were a big waste of space. I have nothing against tennis, but the courts always seemed empty.
I knew it was just a matter of time before the courts were removed to make way for other purposes. I would have preferred to see the pool area expanded into that space instead, but I'm guessing The Linq will be a bigger revenue generator.
A picture was posted on Vegas Chatter showing an empty lot of dirt where the courts used to be.
I remember in the past thinking to myself that the tennis courts at Flamingo were a big waste of space. I have nothing against tennis, but the courts always seemed empty.
I knew it was just a matter of time before the courts were removed to make way for other purposes. I would have preferred to see the pool area expanded into that space instead, but I'm guessing The Linq will be a bigger revenue generator.
Saturday, January 07, 2012
Imperial Palace Capri Tower Closed
The Capri Tower at Imperial Palace has closed and has reportedly been demolished to make way for Project Linq.
The Capri Tower was basically a motel behind Imperial Palace. The room doors led out to outdoor walkways, although the interiors were the same quality as Deluxe rooms.
I never was unlucky enough to stay in one of these rooms, but from what I can tell it appears as if they suffered from lots of noise from the nearby parking garage.
This should be the first of many changes at IP to make way for The Linq. The hotel will likely be re-named and re-themed as part of the project. I suspect there will be room and public area improvements also.
The Capri Tower was basically a motel behind Imperial Palace. The room doors led out to outdoor walkways, although the interiors were the same quality as Deluxe rooms.
I never was unlucky enough to stay in one of these rooms, but from what I can tell it appears as if they suffered from lots of noise from the nearby parking garage.
This should be the first of many changes at IP to make way for The Linq. The hotel will likely be re-named and re-themed as part of the project. I suspect there will be room and public area improvements also.
Monday, January 02, 2012
Top 5 Vegas News Stories of 2011
Now that the calendar reads 2012, I thought I'd attempt to recall some of the top Las Vegas news stories of 2011. These are more or less off the top of my head, so I might have forgotten something, but here goes:
5. Absinthe opens to rave reviews.
Usually shows open and close in Las Vegas with little fanfare, but Absinthe got such great reviews that it really opened some eyes. I can't remember a show that has received almost unanimous positive reviews in some time.
4. Plaza renovation leads downtown resurgence.
The Plaza hotel on Fremont Street purchased the Fontainebleau's furniture and used it to complete a major renovation project, which included a makeover of rooms, public areas and a few new restaurants. Along with the improvements at Plaza, many new bars and restaurants on Fremont Street made downtown a fun place to hang out in 2011 and beyond.
3. Cosmopolitan opens.
Technically Cosmopolitan opened during the last few days of 2010, but it was the talk of the town for much of 2011 as visitors got to experience it for the first time. Despite some issues with long check-in lines, the property has received high praise for its uniqueness and many drinking and dining options. That being said, it struggled to make money because it has attracted a largely non-gaming crowd.
2. Project Linq.
The Caesars Entertainment Project Linq has been talked about for a few years now, but in 2011 the project pushed full steam ahead. We learned many details of the project, including the news that O'Sheas will be closed in its current form and re-located, likely being incorporated into Imperial Palace, which will also be re-named.
1. Sahara closes.
On May 16th 2011 Sahara closed after nearly 59 years of operation. A month after the closing, a huge liquidation sale was held on the property where visitors could take home a piece of Las Vegas history while walking around the joint for one last time. The Sahara's owners have a plan to re-brand and re-open the hotel in 2014, but we'll just have to wait and see if that happens.
5. Absinthe opens to rave reviews.
Usually shows open and close in Las Vegas with little fanfare, but Absinthe got such great reviews that it really opened some eyes. I can't remember a show that has received almost unanimous positive reviews in some time.
4. Plaza renovation leads downtown resurgence.
The Plaza hotel on Fremont Street purchased the Fontainebleau's furniture and used it to complete a major renovation project, which included a makeover of rooms, public areas and a few new restaurants. Along with the improvements at Plaza, many new bars and restaurants on Fremont Street made downtown a fun place to hang out in 2011 and beyond.
3. Cosmopolitan opens.
Technically Cosmopolitan opened during the last few days of 2010, but it was the talk of the town for much of 2011 as visitors got to experience it for the first time. Despite some issues with long check-in lines, the property has received high praise for its uniqueness and many drinking and dining options. That being said, it struggled to make money because it has attracted a largely non-gaming crowd.
2. Project Linq.
The Caesars Entertainment Project Linq has been talked about for a few years now, but in 2011 the project pushed full steam ahead. We learned many details of the project, including the news that O'Sheas will be closed in its current form and re-located, likely being incorporated into Imperial Palace, which will also be re-named.
1. Sahara closes.
On May 16th 2011 Sahara closed after nearly 59 years of operation. A month after the closing, a huge liquidation sale was held on the property where visitors could take home a piece of Las Vegas history while walking around the joint for one last time. The Sahara's owners have a plan to re-brand and re-open the hotel in 2014, but we'll just have to wait and see if that happens.
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