Las Vegas Scoop

Changes are coming

It’s a sad goodbye to our old friend, Bally’s Las Vegas. This iconic Las Vegas resort has been a resident of The Strip since 1986. However, Bally’s wasn’t the original name. The resort was originally MGM Grand from 1973 until it was rebranded to Bally’s. History is about to repeat itself. In 2022, Bally’s will be rebranded to Horseshoe.

Although Horseshoe may be new to some, it has a long Las Vegas history. Once located on Fremont St., Binion’s Horseshoe was a resident of Downtown Las Vegas from 1951 to 2004. Former owner, Benny Binion, was also the founder of The World Series of Poker (WSOP). The Horseshoe was the location of the first-ever WSOP tournament. WSOP called the Horseshoe home from 1970 to 2004 until it moved on to Harrah’s Entertainment and Caesars Entertainment. For the last 17 years, Rio Las Vegas has been the location of this tournament. The World Series of Poker is moving back home and returning to its roots at new Horseshoe in 2022.

Renovations are scheduled to begin in Spring 2022 with completion expected in late 2022. Renovations include resort exterior, casino floor, and public areas. Along with renovations, new entertainment, food, and beverage options are planned. Word has it that Blake Shelton’s Ole Red will be one of the first to open in front of Horseshoe.

The Bedford by Martha Stewart is expected to open in Spring 2022

New Restaurant Alert

The time has finally arrived. We suggest you take a seat first before we spill the beans. The great Martha Stewart is opening her first-ever restaurant in Paris Las Vegas. The Bedford by Martha Stewart will be a farm-to-table dining concept. The 194-seat restaurant is inspired by Ms. Stewart’s famed country farmhouse in Bedford, New York. If you ever wanted a peek into Martha’s home, The Bedford will give us a look at how she lives, decorates, and hosts family and friends. The seasonally inspired menu will offer dinner, weekend brunch, and amazing holiday meals. We are super excited about this new restaurant. We can hardly wait for its debut in Spring 2022. We expect nothing but perfection from the Queen of, well, Everything.

Every Martha Stewart fan will want to be the first to dine at her first-ever restaurant. Plan your next vacation to coincide with the grand opening of The Bedford, by Martha Stewart. This Paris Advance Purchase Savings Room Sale is perfect for your Spring vacation. Book early and save up to 30% off room rates.

Weekends with Adele – Las Vegas Residency at Caesars Palace begins January 2022

Adele Residency With Caesars Palace

Your Las Vegas vacation is about to get even more spectacular. Caesars Palace Las Vegas has added the amazing songstress Adele to an exclusive residency at the Colosseum. Spend your weekend with Adele from Friday, January 21st through Saturday, April 16th, 2022. This global superstar will perform two shows each weekend. We all know how quickly her concert tickets will sell out. Don’t miss this phenomenal opportunity to see Adele live.

This is a perfect physical distancing activity and you will learn at the same time. It’s a win-win experience.

If you are planning an upcoming vacation to Las Vegas you may be looking for a safe physical-distancing activity. We have a perfect and interesting suggestion for you. Head to Bally’s Las Vegas and learn about our bodies. The Real Bodies Exhibit is a fascinating insight into how our body’s anatomy works including breathing, experiencing hunger, the rhythm of the heart, and other essential body functions. Have visual experience with real and actual human bodies. With the Covid-19 pandemic being part of our lives for the last year, this is an excellent way to understand the science-based knowledge of how this virus impacts our internal organs and our health. Even if you have been to the Real Bodies Exhibit in the past, it has reopened with new content. There is always something new to learn. Plan ahead and purchase Real Bodies tickets online to ensure you get the best price. By purchasing online, ticket prices are $29.50 for adults and $19.50 for children ages 3-12 years of age.

Get more information and purchase your Real Bodies at Bally’s tickets here.

Three MGM Resorts announce partial closures – Casinos and restaurants still open

MGM Resorts International has announced that Mandalay Bay, The Mirage, and Park MGM will no longer have mid-week stays during the holidays. Mandalay Bay and The Mirage’s newly shortened stays will be in effect on November 30, 2020. Park MGM mid-week stays are effective immediately. MGM Resorts International hopes to re-open these locations in January, however, they will re-evaluate the situation at that time. To clarify, these three resorts will no longer accept Monday through Thursday stays. Please note that the casinos, restaurants, and other amenities are not included in mid-week closures, as they will continue to remain open for the entire week.

If you currently have reservations for any of these resorts during the holidays, we highly recommend you contact the resort directly to discuss your stay.

The curtain rises again

Now that the MGM Resorts have been open for a while, the time has come to get the entertainment up and running. As with all openings after the pandemic shutdown, things are reopening gradually. On Friday, November 6, 2020, MGM Resorts will have a select few shows returning to the stage. MGM Grand will welcome back David Copperfield, Brad Garrett’s Comedy Club, and Jabbawockeez. The classic shows are returning to Luxor with Carrot Top and Fantasy. Aussie talent will be performing at Excalibur with The Australian Bee Gees, and Thunder From Down Under. Since there will be limited-seating in efforts to keep everyone healthy, we highly recommend purchasing tickets sooner rather than later. Enjoy the show.

More good food by chef Bobby Flay to come

This is a bad news/good news situation. First, the bad news. After a wonderful 16 year run in Caesars Palace Las Vegas, Bobby Flay’s Mesa Grill will be dishing up its final Mexican dish on November 14, 2020. If you had the opportunity to eat there, you know that it’s a gem that will be sorely missed. If you are planning to visit Las Vegas in the next couple of weeks, you still have the chance to check it out before it closes. Tip: Make reservations as it will no doubt be popular in its final days. However, there is good news. Bobby Flay isn’t going anywhere. As soon as Mesa Grill closes, this busy chef will be immediately working on its replacement. Inspired by his extensive travels to Italy and the Amalfi Coast, chef Flay will be opening his first Italian restaurant, Amalfi by Bobby Flay. With an anticipated opening in late Spring 2021, diners can expect a large menu of rich pasta dishes, to whole fresh fish, with a few traditional desserts with a twist. We can’t wait for Bobby’s next culinary chapter.

Trick or Treat? Definitely a Treat

Reopening Just in Time for Halloween

The Cromwell Las Vegas will be reopening its doors on Thursday, October 29th at 10 a.m. Pacific Time. As with all resorts, the offerings will be limited. The casino, fitness center, GIADA restaurant, Eatwell fast-casual dining, Bound Cocktail Lounge, Interlude Casino Lounge, and Drai’s Lounge will be open for enjoyment. However, The Cromwell is not the same resort as it once was. They are reopening as The Strip’s first adult-only resort. That means the entire resort, including accommodations, will be for guests ages 21 years and older. Currently, the only place where non-adults are permitted will be dining at GIADA restaurant by chef Giada De Laurentiis. Since we are well into Autumn and approaching the end of the pool season, word of its reopening has not been mentioned. We all may have to wait until pool season 2021.

Health and safety protocols are in place such as employees wearing masks, seating at a safe 6ft distance, and plenty of hand sanitizing stations distributed among public areas. Please note that the State of Nevada REQUIRES facial masks/coverings to be worn in all public areas. This includes both employees and guests.

Park MGM has great news

A Date Has Been Announced

Park MGM has made a couple of huge announcements this week. We are excited to say that on Wednesday, September 30, 2020, Park MGM is scheduled to reopen its doors for business. Although not all amenities will be available, guests can enjoy the casino, pool, Eataly, Bavette’s Steakhouse, and Primrose. Park MGM will implement a strict Seven-Point Safety Plan that includes temperature screenings, mandatory masks, physical distancing, sanitation stations, and more.

Reopening isn’t the only good news. Park MGM has stated that it will be the first Las Vegas Strip resort and casino to be fully smoke-free. Those who are sensitive to (or just plain dislike) cigarette, cigar, and pipe smoke will now have a resort and casino where they can breathe easily. We applaud Park MGM for making this brave decision for the health and well-being of its guests and employees.

Due to the Covid-19 crisis, the State of Nevada requires guests and employees to wear facial masks/coverings while in public areas. This includes the pool area, casino, and lobby.

We’ve all been waiting and now The Mirage will be reopening

If Mirage Las Vegas is your favorite Las Vegas resort, we have an announcement you’ve been waiting for. Mark Thursday, August 27, 2020, in your calendars, as Mirage will be reopening their doors. They are currently accepting reservations. Please note that like many of the other resorts, there will be limited offerings. However, you can expect the pool and casino to be open. If you have a car with you on your trip, The Mirage is offering free self-parking as a welcome back to guests. The State of Nevada requires facial masks/coverings to be worn in all public spaces, including outdoors by the pool.

Welcome back to The Mirage Las Vegas.

Now you can add Bally’s Las Vegas to your travel list

Reopening Date Announced

Caesars Entertainment has announced that Bally’s Las Vegas will be reopening on Thursday, July 23, 2020, at 10 a.m. Pacific Time. The following Bally’s amenities will be reopening:

Food and Beverage:

Burger Brasserie
Bucca di Beppo
Bally’s Food Court
Tequila Taqueria
Lobby Bar
Sully’s Bar
The all-new Indigo Lounge, overlooking the casino floor.
Shiver Bar
LaVazza

Pool:

Blu Pool

Just Announced: Effective Friday, June 26th all MGM Resorts require everyone to wear masks

Updated Mask Policy

On June 24, 2020, MGM Resorts International issued a Press Release with an update to their Seven-Point Safety Plan. Effective Friday, June 26th, all guests and visitors will be required to wear masks in public areas. This nationwide mask requirement applies to all resorts including MGM Grand, The Signature at MGM Grand, New York-New York, Bellagio, Excalibur, Mandalay Bay, Luxor, and Aria.

Guests who do not wish to comply will be asked to leave the property.

Just Announced: All Caesars Properties require everyone to wear masks

Caesars Entertainment has just released a press release about all Caesars properties. Effective immediately, all Las Vegas Caesars properties require everyone indoors to wear masks at all times, except when eating or drinking. This applies to all employees, vendors, contractors, guests, and passersby in properties. Reopened properties include Caesars Palace, Flamingo, Harrah’s, and Paris.

Anyone who refuses to wear a mask, after being asked, will be directed to leave the property.

Spend your summer in Paris

Paris is scheduled to reopen its doors on Thursday, June 18, 2020, at 10:00 am. Set your calendars, Paris is the next Las Vegas resort to reopen.

Start planning your summer vacation

MGM Resorts has announced the reopening date for Mandalay Bay Las Vegas. We are happy to share the news that Mandalay Bay is scheduled to reopen on Wednesday, July 1, 2020. They are now accepting room reservations.

The Summer is looking bright

As long as everything goes as planned, Aria Las Vegas is scheduled to reopen its doors on Wednesday, July 1, 2020. This summer is starting to look good.

Luxor Las Vegas is scheduled to reopen this month

We are happy to publish that Luxor has announced their reopening date. You can now make reservations for stays beginning Thursday, June 25, 2020.