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­­­­­­Dream Las Vegas Announces Start Of Construction Following Ceremonial Groundbreaking In Las Vegas, NV

eveloped by Shopoff Realty Investments and Contour, in partnership with Dream Hotel Group, Dream Las Vegas will be a driving force in the ongoing revitalization and rejuvenation of the south end of the Las Vegas Strip. The 531-room lifestyle hotel and casino pairs global architecture firm DLR Group with interior design by AvroKo, Rockwell Group and DLR Interiors, and is expected to open with seven experiential dining and nightlife venues, 12,000 square feet of meeting and event space and a 20,000-square-foot casino, in late 2024.

Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants Breaks Ground on New Property in Reno

Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts' Luxury & Lifestyle Collection, joined CAI Investments, key stakeholders and local officials on Friday, May 13 for a ceremonial groundbreaking event to mark the progress on its new hotel in Reno, Nevada. When it opens in late 2024, the new Kimpton in Reno will become the first newly constructed non-gaming hotel built in the city. With a prime location in the heart of Downtown and across the street from the Truckee River and Wingfield Park, the hotel will become a beacon for boutique hospitality in the "Biggest Little City in the World."

Palms Casino Resort Las Vegas Now Open

Palms Casino Resort Las Vegas has made its triumphant return and has officially re-opened the doors to one of Las Vegas' most iconic casino resort destinations. Wednesday's opening celebration began with a traditional Tribal ceremony led by the San Manuel Gaming and Hospitality Authority (SMGHA) Board and Palms General Manager Cynthia Kiser Murphey. The "Celebration of Community" continued throughout the day and evening with cocktails poolside and a fireworks extravaganza. Palms officially ushered in a new era at 9:00 p.m. PST, after the first dice were rolled. The property is now taking reservations for stays at www.palms.com.

Now Open: The ENGLiSH Hotel, Las Vegas, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

The English Hotel recently opened on February 22, 2022. Extremely passionate about his craft, celebrity chef Todd English has curated The English Hotel concept in the arts district of Las Vegas to invite visitors and locals alike into his creative world. Todd loves serving and entertaining others and creating an unmatched experience for his guests. Fully embracing the concept built around entertainment and hospitality, the Todd English experience goes beyond a great dinner and presents a completely one-of-a-kind, immersive experience. From the specially selected in-room cocktail carts to recipe cards featuring Todd English's personal favorites placed on your pillow at night, every element of the hotel is thoughtfully and carefully crafted to create a one-of-a-kind experience. Guests are invited to go behind the scenes with Todd and see what happens in the kitchen. With an expansive pool deck and evening restaurant-to-lounge transition, there is plenty of space for guests to enjoy continuous live entertainment throughout the day and night. The English Hotel is affiliated with Marriott's Tribute Portfolio brand, which allows the hotel concept to further engage with consumers by leveraging the power of Tribute's booking engine and brand loyalty.

Cliff Atkinson has been named President at Fontainebleau Las Vegas

Celebrated hospitality leader Cliff Atkinson has been appointed President of Fontainebleau Las Vegas, a vertically-integrated luxury hotel, gaming, entertainment, and meeting destination conceived by Fontainebleau Development. Atkinson has already assumed leadership of Fontainebleau Las Vegas as it continues to build its in-house team, and he will continue to execute the strategy laid out by Fontainebleau Development as the resort is readied for its global debut on the Las Vegas Strip in the fourth quarter of 2023.

Chris Cosenza has been promoted to Senior Vice President of Strategy & Business Development at JC Hospitality LLC in Las Vegas

In this new role as Senior Vice President of Strategy & Business Development, Chris Cosenza will work alongside COO, Gary Scott, in developing strategic opportunities for JC Hospitality LLC and be the operational focal point for the company's business development initiatives. Mr. Cosenza previously served as the company's Vice President of Strategic Planning & Analysis, where his core responsibility was the oversight of third-party tenants and operators at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas from concept through development, construction and into day-to-day operations. Before joining the team at JC Hospitality, Mr. Cosenza spent the bulk of his career at Ameristar Casinos. In this time, he held corporate leadership positions in entertainment, nightlife, player development, guest experience and strategic development and lead the company's i-Gaming initiative prior to Ameristar's acquisition by Pinnacle Entertainment. While at Ameristar, Mr. Cosenza was the project director for the company's strategic marketing partnership with MGM Resorts International, successfully integrating each company's rewards programs across 16 total properties nationwide. Cosenza earned his Bachelor of Science in finance and political science from Boston College and a Master of Business Administration with concentrations in finance and marketing from Northeastern University.

Chad Brown has been promoted to Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) at JC Hospitality LLC in Las Vegas

Chad Brown previously served as the Vice President of Marketing for JC Hospitality LLC, leading the integrated resort marketing team and internal agency for Virgin Hotels Las Vegas. In his new role as Chief Marketing Officer, Mr. Brown continuesthese responsibilities and oversees brand growth and marketing penetration for JC Hospitality LLC. He also leads the development of new brands, marketing and promotional strategy for the company's growing portfolio of investment, development and management initiatives. Mr. Brown has over two decades of hospitality marketing experience, including holding multiple marketing executive positions within MGM Resorts International prior to joining JC Hospitality LLC. He is a proud veteran of the United States Army and earned his Bachelor of Science in marketing at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas and Master of Business Administration degree from the University of Phoenix. Brown is an executive committee member of the Las Vegas Bowl and serves as a mentor in the UNLV executive mentorship program.

Nobu Hotel Caesars Palace Begins Multimillion-Dollar Refresh Project

As the world's first Nobu Hotel Caesars Palace commemorates its eighth anniversary, the luxury boutique hotel within the iconic Las Vegas resort embarks on a multimillion-dollar refresh of all 182 guest rooms and public areas. Construction is set to be complete by the end of 2021. This is one of several projects in development as Caesars Entertainment, Inc. expands its longstanding partnership with Nobu Hospitality - the global lifestyle brand founded by Nobu Matsuhisa, Robert De Niro and Meir Teper.

Michelle Wilkos has been appointed as Director of Spa & Recreation at Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas

Michelle Wilkos brings more than 20 years of industry experience to the award-winning spa at Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas. As the property's new Spa Director, Wilkos will be responsible for overseeing and creating the overall programming while continuing to improve the guest experience and growing the spa's business. Prior to joining the Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas team, Wilkos opened the spa at ARIA Las Vegas and served as the Director of Spa and Salon Operations at Bellagio Resort & Casino and Treasure Island - TI Hotel & Casino.

Lukas Pesek has been appointed as Director of Food & Beverage at Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas

With a vast knowledge of the hospitality industry and experience within the Las Vegas hotel and restaurant sectors, Lukas Pesek will contribute to the ongoing success and development of Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas' food and beverage destinations. Following a 10-year career with world renown Celebrity Chef Wolfgang Puck, Pesek served as Vice President of Food and Beverage at Excalibur Hotel & Casino and had the opportunity to work at Clayton Hotel, Denver and Aria Resort & Casino, Las Vegas as Director of Food and Beverage.

Ali Murray has been appointed as Director of Sales & Marketing at Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas

As Director of Sales and Marketing, Ali Murray oversees daily sales and marketing efforts while providing strategic leadership and direction to increase revenue and exceed the resort's business goals. With more than 18 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Murray brings extensive knowledge of the destination from her previous roles at Mandarin Oriental Las Vegas and Treasure Island - TI Hotel & Casino.

IHG Hotels & Resorts Sets Its Sights On Austin For Atwell Suites Brand

IHG Hotels & Resorts announced today that its newest brand - Atwell Suites - continues to grow with the latest property planned for Austin, Texas. The Atwell Suites Austin Airport is owned and managed by Bob & Son, Ltd and is the third hotel underway for the brand, joining hotels currently under construction in Miami and Denver. There are currently more than 20 properties in IHG's US pipeline for this design-led, dynamic, all-suites hotel brand optimized for longer stays of up to six nights.

Caesars Palace Unveils Plans For Multimillion-Dollar Main Entrance Renovation

Already one of the most iconic resorts in the world, Caesars Palace is not resting on its laurels. Instead, it embarks on a multimillion-dollar renovation of the original main entrance, main casino and porte-cochère to create an extravagant entryway, redesigned gaming areas and a new lobby bar. Construction is slated to begin in early July, with most of the project set to be complete by New Year's Eve.

Harrah’s Las Vegas Unveils A $200 Million Renovation, Including Enhanced Accommodations, Casino Floor And More

Following a completed investment of more than $200 million, Harrah's Las Vegas now features 2,542 redesigned guest rooms, a complete casino floor remodel and two new LED marquees at the north and south entrances. Guests can also enjoy a variety of hotel, dining and entertainment offerings including The Spa at Harrah's Las Vegas, PizzaCake by Buddy Valastro and Donny Osmond's first-ever solo residency. Additionally, the center-Strip resort provides convenient, direct access to CAESARS FORUM Conference Center.

Las Vegas’ Newest Playground, Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, Curio Collection By Hilton, Debuts In The Entertainment Capital Of The World

Hilton announces the opening of the reimagined and reconceptualized Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, Curio Collection by Hilton. Owned by JC Hospitality LLC, the highly anticipated hotel is the latest addition to the Curio Collection by Hilton brand and Hilton's expanding portfolio in the Las Vegas market. Located just off the Las Vegas Strip, Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, Curio Collection by Hilton offers guests and locals alike a distinctly authentic and one-of-a-kind Vegas experience within a resort oasis with over 1,500 chambers and suites, an exclusive spa, 12 exciting food and beverage outlets, vibrant daytime and nighttime live entertainment venues, a 60,000 square-foot state-of-the-art casino and more.