No Las Vegas For “The Hangover 2”
This isn't really new news as it's been making the rounds online for a while, but producer Todd Phillips producer for "The Hangover 2" publicly stated that the sequel will…
Planet Hollywood Hollywood Hip Room
My last trip to Las Vegas was my longest and I split duty between Planet Hollywood and the Venetian. Generally, I love staying at Planet Hollywood and this time was…
Meghan McCain’s Boobs Bounce From MGM to Palms
I don't use ECG to voice my opinion on much more than casino marketing and gambling. That won't change anytime soon. My agenda with ECG has been to share casino…
Vegas Is So Cute When It Gets Defensive
The New York Times had a not-quite-news article about the poor economy in Las Vegas this weekend. Most that read ECG know that Las Vegas, like every other casino market…
Fontainebleau Auction Details Emerge
I was curious to get some specifics on the Fontainebleau auction and after a few emails I was able to get the information I was seeking. Of course I found that there’s some good and bad news for those interested.
Good News
- Auction is open to the public. Yesterday I was told it wasn’t.
- Auction is going to happen in person and online next week.
Bad News
- There aren’t a lot of interesting items available
Economic Effect of Football Betting at Las Vegas Casinos
Sports betting definitely has an effect on an peoples pockets, but Las Vegas' legal sports betting is have a a nice effect of their economy. At face value it's a…
Vegas Death Ray Goes National
The “Today” show covered the “Death Ray” at Vdara in Las Vegas this morning.
The first I read about this was on Vegas Tripping, I thought it was silly. I started to laugh a little when hearing Five Hundy By Midnight talk about it on their podcast. Now I’m bored with it although Steve from The Strip Podcast is featured in the video above and he’s usually very cheerful.
New Total Rewards Diamond Levels
Vegas Tripping shared information they received about two new divisions of the Diamond tier of Harrahs Total Rewards program. No real information has been released besides the names “Select” and “Signature.”
Need Some Furniture?
The Fontainebleau in Las Vegas isn’t getting finished anytime soon. In fact, they are selling off the furniture of their 70% completed hotel.
While the project, which is 70 percent complete, sits idle on the Las Vegas Strip, Icahn has started selling off beds, dressers, TVs and other furnishings, according to a source.
I could use all of that. Does anyone want to go shopping for me? Seriously.
Middle Finger To Las Vegas
Palms Springs, CA just launched a new, funny, advertising campaign aimed at Las Vegas. I love Las Vegas, but I also like to laugh. This is an interesting campaign as…