Newkirk’s Notes
Hello From Las Vegas! Masks are out (unless you choose to mask), and springtime weather is in the air. I don’t want to speak too soon, but things might just be getting back to normal.
A Sucker Really Is Born Every Minute – Roulette has emerged as the second most popular table game at the casinos last year, with the house pocketing over twice as much in 2021 as it did in 2020. Pent-up demand drove gambling revenue higher, casinos were unrelenting in raising table-game limits (even though it often resulted in empty tables), and a different strain of visitor may have been looking for more simple, social games to play.
This column, breaking down
– The possible worst game to play in the casino, and what to avoid about it.
– Is Sports Betting the future of gambling?
– You can actually be “King Of The Mountain” in Las Vegas
– What the latest visitor counts and gaming wins mean, and when should you plan your next visit based on that data?
…and Much More, continues for our Members HERE.
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Newkirk’s Notes has been published by AccessVegas.com Founder Ted Newkirk continuously (in one form or another) since 1995.
Ted is a noted and quoted Las Vegas analyst, having been quoted and sourced multiple times in 2020 along in publications ranging from the Las Vegas Review-Journal (Nevada’s largest newspaper) to U.S. News and World Report.
Newkirk’s Notes go well beyond the basic news, rumors, and (often questionable) thoughts and proclamations floating around on the internet. Our Supporting (Paid) Members know not only what is happening, but why, and how they can benefit (or know what to avoid).
For example countless Members have had incredibly enjoyable and successful visits to Las Vegas during COVID simply because they were truly in the know, and not only knew what was happening, but what was on the horizon.
Saving them money, time and inconvenience.
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Hope You Are Enjoying This Issue!
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Founder/Managing Editor
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Las Vegas Shows
Lady Gaga adds additional shows at Park MGM in Las Vegas
Lady Gaga will perform her critically acclaimed Lady Gaga and Jazz Piano show over nine dates beginning April 14. Representatives say the show celebrates her love of the “Great American Songbook” in addition to her Grammy Award-nominated collaborative album with Tony Bennett “Love For Sale.”
* Dolly Parton to host Academy of Country Music Awards in Las Vegas
* Luke Bryan Looks Forward to Las Vegas Residency
* Adele confirms her Vegas shows are ‘100 percent’ happening in 2022
* Sammy Hagar buzzed about his new Las Vegas residency
* Mötley Crüe, Def Leppard, Joan Jett coming to Las Vegas
* Cirque Confirms New Show at New York-New York, “Mad Apple”
Las Vegas Dining
Bask In The Romantic Atmosphere of These Las Vegas Restaurants
If you desire, every day can be Valentine’s Day in Las Vegas. February 14 doesn’t need to be the only night you take that special someone for a memorable meal at one of the city’s most stunning dining destinations. Here are just a few of the restaurants that offer fabulous food and a romantic atmosphere all year long.
Las Vegas Gambling
$100K jackpot hit at Mohegan Sun Casino at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas
One person won big while visiting the Mohegan Sun Casino at Virgin Hotels in Las Vegas. The lucky winner, George P., won the jackpot on Friday, February 4, while playing video poker at the casino.
Las Vegas Tours & Attractions
Free Downtown Las Vegas Loop shuttle adding Brewery Row stop
The city of Las Vegas says its shuttle service in the downtown area is adding another stop. Those taking The Downtown Loop free shuttle service can now stop at Brewery Row. Tuesday, city officials report the newest stop for the service is in the 1500 block of South Main Street and it will allow quick and easy access to the popular Brewery Row.
* Skyline experience ‘LIFTOFF’ opens at AREA15 in Las Vegas
* The 5 Best Las Vegas ATV Tours – Satisfy your need for speed on one of these off-road adventures
* Why Zabriskie Point in Death Valley is the best sunrise hike
* New ‘Lighting up Las Vegas’ exhibit celebrates century of neon
* The 9 Best Spas In Las Vegas
* We beat the Joshua Tree crowds by visiting this quieter desert park near Las Vegas instead
* Why people are obsessed with this little-known hot springs resort near Death Valley
* 25 Things to Do With Kids in Las Vegas
* Meow Wolf’s Area 15 Las Vegas Omega Mart Celebrates One Year Anniversary
* Video – Enjoy a rare rim-to-rim trek across the Grand Canyon
* Grand Canyon, Yellowstone or Zion – Which is now the West’s most-visited national park?
* Arizona’s Grand Canyon deemed one of the most “Instagrammable” national parks
Las Vegas Sports
Large sporting events bring billions of dollars to the valley
In just a few days Allegiant Stadium will host the NFL Pro Bowl and T-Mobile Arena hosts the NHL All Star Game. Big sport events like these are having a positive impact on our community. My workers are happy they are willing to work,” Ingrid Rosa of Elf Entertainment told 8 News Now. Rosa’s workers are already working at Allegiant for the Pro Bowl. “It is great for the business,” Rosa said. “It has been so slow with CES being cancelled, left and right we had a lot of gigs cancelled that brought a lot of the spirits down for workers, so the Pro Bowl rose some spirits.”
* The Goodmans’ fight to bring professional sports to Las Vegas
* Vegas could land all major pro sports leagues
* Vegas Golden Knights drop mask requirements at home games
* Nevada sportsbooks set new Super Bowl record handle
* Proof of vaccine no longer required for games at UNLV’s Thomas & Mack Center
Las Vegas Real Estate
Brothel, Nudist Ranch Up For Sale Near Las Vegas
The desert in the southwest is filled with strange, historical, and downright odd things. This past week, two properties with quite a salacious and scandalous history appeared on the market. For sale is Dennis Hof’s Love Ranch brothel in the tiny community of Crystal, Nevada. In Sandy Valley, the former Nevada Sun Rancho nudist ranch is also up for grabs.
Other Las Vegas News
Downtown Las Vegas to welcome new hotel, The English Hotel
The Arts District in downtown Las Vegas is set to welcome a new neighbor very soon. The English Hotel, by celebrity chef Todd English, opens next week at Main Street and Coolidge Avenue. The hotel is designed for guests who don’t want to stay on the busy Las Vegas Strip.
* Nearly two years later, Station Casinos still quiet on reopening closed properties
* Clark County leaders approve design changes at Fontainebleau Las Vegas resort
* How Nevada’s largest weed facility keeps quality, efficiency at its core
* Fontainebleau Las Vegas taps former Luxor chief as new president
* Long-Awaited Las Vegas Strip Hotel/Casino May Finally Get Built
* Despite Nevada mask mandate ending, face coverings still required on buses, planes
* Hospitality insiders hope mask-free pivot brings back Las Vegas workers, businesses
* Does Nevada’s mask mandate removal ‘follow the science’? Medical experts weigh in
* More and more ‘junk fees’ appearing in Las Vegas tourist industry
* Boyd Confirms Fremont Casino Construction, $50 Million Renovation
* Caesars Casinos Show Timeshare Salespersons the Door, Reason May Surprise You
What We’re Watching!
Vegas Videos You’ll Enjoy
Is the New Excalibur Buffet in Las Vegas Worth Going?
(Video Publishers Notes) The Excalibur Buffet in Las Vegas has just recently reopened for brunch so we decided to go check it out! It is currently opened for brunch. Here is a full review of all the food and drinks they have available.
Throwback Thursday, Las Vegas style
(Video Publishers Notes) The Excalibur Buffet in Las Vegas has just recently reopened for brunch so we decided to go check it out! It is currently opened for brunch. Here is a full review of all the food and drinks they have available.
Safety in Vegas – Las Vegas Safety Tips – 2022
(Video Publishers Notes) We get a lot of questions about where to stay and eat while in Vegas, but not a lot of visitors inquire about Safety. Vegas is a very fun town, but can also be very dangerous. There are a lot of people that are looking to take advantage of visitors that are unaware of their surroundings.
The English Hotel Tour by Celebrity Chef Todd English
(Video Publishers Notes) The English Hotel by celebrity chef and world famous restauranteur Todd English is by far one of the most pleasant surprises of 2022. This is the first boutique hotel in Las Vegas, and is nestled in the Arts district of Las Vegas. The property at 921 S. Main Street is sure to turn heads when it is officially fully open.
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