Guests check in and check out; gamblers come in the early evenings and stumble out the next morning; and hundreds of rooms are endlessly dirtied and then made clean again by hotel workers. But the phone remains silent. I like to think that the rotating check-in staff are always alert and prepared even for the call that they don't know is coming.
"One time is enough." That's what I'd heard countless times about visiting Las Vegas before making the trip myself. I'd always wanted to go, if only to have that once-in-a-lifetime experience. Turns out, one time wasn't enough. I've been five times now, and I have no doubt there will be a sixth. The nightlife and gambling aren't what keep me coming back, though. These days, I skip the casinos and explore nature instead - and one of my favorite places is about 45 minutes outside the city: Valley of Fire State Park. There was no turning back once I found a side of Vegas I didn't know I was missing
Crazy Horse 3, located a few blocks away from the Las Vegas Strip and right by Allegiant Stadium, where the Raiders play, said that as of December, it had seen a 55% increase in nightly adult entertainer auditions compared to six months prior.
Las Vegas has a long list of under the radar restaurants, and Rainbow Kitchen is one of those local favorites serving up authentic Chinese food, from pi pa tofu to taro with sliced pork shoulder, ong choy with fermented bean curd, salted fish, and salted egg. The restaurant also has clay pots filled with lamb stew, pork stomach, chicken, and bitter melon spare ribs, among others.
In a bold move that signals a new era for Las Vegas hospitality, the JW Marriott Las Vegas and Rampart Casino have announced a comprehensive property-wide rebrand, officially uniting under the name The Resort at Summerlin effective January 1, 2026. This $75 million transformation represents more than just a name change: it's a strategic repositioning that places food and beverage innovation at the heart of a luxury destination experience.
Opening February 2026 with a Grand Opening celebration scheduled for President's Day weekend, the Laugh Factory's arrival at Horseshoe Las Vegas marks a significant milestone in the venue's evolution. David Fuhrer, President of Laugh Factory, expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership: "Laugh Factory is built for the biggest stages, from Hollywood to Chicago and now onto the Las Vegas Strip - it doesn't get any bigger than that. We're ecstatic for our partnership with Horseshoe Las Vegas and to bring world-class comedians, viral stars and nonstop laughter to the heart of a city built for entertainment."
CES is upon us, as the flood of teasers and marketing campaigns from every tech brand would suggest in December. Whether you're a tech enthusiast or ordinary consumer, the annual tech trade show is guaranteed to feature something you care about -- be it the launch of a new TV display type or a demo of some visionary technology with the potential to change the future. Also: The 5 most innovative tech products that surprised us this year (including a first for robot vacs) Want to keep up with the conference's latest and hottest news? ZDNET will have a team on the ground bringing you all the announcements throughout the week-long show.
It feels like I've been transported into a scene straight out of a science fiction movie. I'm walking around on a giant centrifuge in space, which I can see the outlines of at the edge of my vision. Beyond it, I see the planet we're orbiting. The pathways I walk on stretch endlessly above and below me, giving me the feeling I'm in an absolutely massive structure.
After years of living in Las Vegas, I've stayed at most resorts on the Strip, and I have favorites. The best resorts on the Las Vegas Strip include The Cosmopolitan and Fontainebleau. I also really love the peaceful vibes at Vdara and the luxe energy of the Wynn.
Fortunately for us, there's a new theme park on the horizon that intends to scratch that existential itch: RetroEscapes, the "world's first nostalgia theme park." Described as a time-traveler's paradise, it promises to whisk guests away to prior decades with lands inspired by the '50s, '60s, '70s, '80s, and '90s, as well as a "Tomorrow Zone" for a glimpse into the future.
"We believe if we can get the public behind us, we'll be able to get the legislators to understand what a big change this can bring to Southern Nevada," said Tommy White, business manager-secretary treasurer of Laborers' International Union of North America, Local 872 in Las Vegas. Trade unions formed a political action committee called Nevada Jobs Now, which has raised over $1 million to be used for digital advertisements, mailers and some TV commercials, White said.
The Latin Recording Academy unveiled the first slate of performers for the 26th annual Latin Grammy Awards, which will take place at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on Nov. 13. Among the artists announced were música Mexicana acts Carín León, Pepe Aguilar and Los Tigres del Norte; sad sierreño singer-songwriters Ivan Cornejo and DannyLux; Latin pop icon Gloria Estefan, and Colombian rock band Morat.
"The initial idea was a small, intimate wedding with just a few friends and family, but we knew that we would not be able to get away with a small wedding once other friends heard about it. We just want our closest in a room together celebrating."
The last time I was in Las Vegas was over three years ago. My life back then is unrecognizable compared to now: I've lost a significant amount of weight, started therapy, and stopped drinking alcohol. I feel happier and healthier than ever, so when I made plans for a solo trip to Sin City recently, I knew it'd look way different than the last time.
Historically, I've always gambled on trips to Las Vegas, in part because I felt like I had to. Recently, I visited Sin City and decided to steer clear of casinos - and I had my best visit yet. Visiting Vegas' Eiffel Tower and taking a cooking class helped me see a new side of the city. Out of all my previous trips to Las Vegas, I'd only not gambled once - and that was just because I'd been a teenager on vacation with my parents.
Elon Musk's Boring Company has reportedly stopped work on a tunnel it's been digging to the Las Vegas airport after a worker sustained a "crushing injury" late Wednesday night, according to Fortune. Nevada's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has opened an investigation. The Clark County Fire Department received a call at 10:12 p.m. local time on Wednesday and dispatched an 18-person rescue crew to the site.
When Bobby Flay sat down to talk with us here at Tasting Table back in 2016, we talked about a lot of things, from advice for those wanting to follow in his footsteps, to which of his many creative dishes was the biggest source of pride. We also talked about his favorite food cities, and he had three that he said were doing the biggest and brightest things in the food world: New York, Los Angeles, and Rome. Clearly, it's good to be Bobby Flay.
Las Vegas is a city with dazzling lights, endless entertainment options, and a dynamic energy that keeps drawing me back. But like any major tourist destination, it has its share of pitfalls - those overpriced, overhyped attractions that eat into your budget and time without delivering real value. After countless trips with my fiancée, I've learned to spot the tourist traps from a mile away and how to get the most value out of every visit.
Last summer, the Mirage announced it was closing permanently to make way for the Hard Rock Las Vegas. The Mirage, which opened in 1989, ushered in the era of Vegas "megaresorts"; at the time, it was one of the most expensive and largest hotels ever built anywhere on Earth. Its marquee attraction was a volcano that erupted every 15 minutes.
I'm very proud of where Midnight is at. It's remarkable to see that the Glacier Drop is off to a good start, with strong participation across the cryptocurrency space as a whole.
Tourism in Las Vegas is slumping this summer, with resorts and convention centers reporting fewer visitors compared to last year, especially from abroad, due to Trump administration tariffs and immigration policies.
The Grand Smash tournament in Las Vegas, held from July 3-13, featured a $1.55 million prize pool and attracted 64 top players, marking a significant event for table tennis in the USA.
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