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MULTI-PLATINUM ARTISTS AND ONE-OF-A-KIND MUSIC FESTIVALS CREATE LAS VEGAS’ 2013 SUMMER SOUNDTRACK

May 20, 2013

Entertainment Capital of the World Unveils Extensive Celebrity Line-up and Show Dates for Summer Concerts

 

LAS VEGAS -Summer is quickly approaching, and Las Vegas, the world... MORE  

LVCVA RECEIVES TOP HONOR FOR FINANCIAL REPORTING

May 17, 2013

National award is highest form of recognition in the area of governmental accounting and financial reporting

 

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LAS VEGAS HOSTS 20th INTERNATIONAL TOURISM SAFETY CONFERENCE

April 22, 2013

Experts from Around the World Gather to Share Best Tourism Safety Practices

 

LAS VEGAS - The International Tourism Safety Association, Las Vegas Con... MORE  

ONCE AGAIN LAS VEGAS No. 1 TRADE SHOW DESTINATION

April 18, 2013

 

19 Consecutive Years at the Top

 

LAS VEGAS - For the 19th consecutive year, Las Vegas has maintained its reigning title as the top trade show destination in the country, according to Trade S... MORE  

LASVEGAS.COM PARTNERS WITH USA TODAY TRAVEL MEDIA GROUP TO LAUNCH EXPERIENCE VEGAS AS FIRST IN TRAVEL EXPERIENCE SERIES

April 15, 2013

LAS VEGAS - LasVegas.com and USA TODAY Travel Media Group have announced the launch of Experience Travel, a collection of travel planning tools and information to help travelers make the most of their trip by giving them the information they need, perso... MORE  

MAJOR INVESTMENTS CONTINUE REINVENTION OF LAS VEGAS

April 4, 2013

LAS VEGAS - Las Vegas is known for continually reinventing itself to provide the best possible experience for visitors.  A series of new projects announced recently is injecting more than $5 billion into the destination over the next several years.... MORE  

LAS VEGAS POOL PARTIES GEAR UP FOR SUMMER 2013 SEASON

March 28, 2013

Daylife and Nightlife Converge in the Entertainment Capital of the World with an Electric Summer Experience Featuring the Hottest DJs and Lavish Settings

 

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LAS VEGAS CONVENTION AND VISITORS AUTHORITY HITS RECORD RECYCLE RATE

March 26, 2013

68 percent of materials at Las Vegas Convention Center and Cashman Center are recycled

 

LAS VEGAS - The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Auth... MORE  

IT’S FABULOUS ‘GLAS’ VEGAS THIS WEEKEND

March 14, 2013

Famous ‘Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas' Sign Goes Green for St. Patrick's Day

LAS VEGAS - In honor of St. Pa... MORE  

LAS VEGAS ROLLS OUT THE RED CARPET FOR COUNTRY MUSIC FANS APRIL 5-8 FOR “THE WEEK VEGAS GOES COUNTRY®”

March 8, 2013

LAS VEGAS - For one fun-filled weekend, fans will find the hottest names in country music on-stage and up-close and personal in the Entertainment Capital of the World for "The Week Vegas Goes Country." From free concerts to celebrity meet-and-... MORE  

LAS VEGAS CONVENTION CENTER HOME TO NEW AMERICAN EXPRESS OPEN LOUNGE

March 7, 2013

LAS VEGAS - American Express OPEN and the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority have unveiled a premium, state of the art OPEN Business Lounge inside the Las Vegas Convention Center.

 

The 3,400-square-foot lounge is promine... MORE  

LAS VEGAS GLOBAL BUSINESS DISTRICT UNVEILED TODAY

February 26, 2013

Defining Moment for Las Vegas

LAS VEGAS - The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority unveiled its plans today for the Las Vegas Global Business District, an overar... MORE  

LAS VEGAS SETS RECORD FOR VISITATION IN 2012 WELCOMING NEARLY 40 MILLION VISITORS

February 8, 2013

Increases in core indicators point to continued recovery for Las Vegas tourism

LAS VEGAS - Las Vegas welcomed a record 39.7 million visitor... MORE  

DISCOVER CLOUD NINE WITH A ROMANTIC GETAWAY TO LAS VEGAS

January 29, 2013

 Bind Your Love and Heat up Your Relationship with Special Dining Menus, Heart Pumping Experiences and Relaxing Spa Treatments

 

LAS VEGAS - Love fills the air in La... MORE  

NAHB’s INTERNATIONAL BUILDERS’ SHOW RETURNS TO LAS VEGAS ANNUALLY THROUGH 2016

January 23, 2013

LAS VEGAS - The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) announced today that the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) International Builders' Show returns to the Las Vegas Convention Center for four years after a two-year absence.  Thi... MORE  

LAS VEGAS CELEBRATES CHINESE NEW YEAR 2013: YEAR OF THE SNAKE WITH WORLD-CLASS ENTERTAINMENT AND FESTIVITIES

January 17, 2013

Unrivaled Cultural Celebrations among Highlights for Ushering in a Year of Luck and Excitement this February in Las Vegas

LAS VEGAS - In Chinese astrology, The Year of the Snake is mar... MORE  

LAS VEGAS LAUNCHES COMPREHENSIVE BOOKING ENGINE LASVEGAS.COM

New advertising campaign supports new website while highlighting destination amenities

January 7, 2013

LAS VEGAS - Las Vegas, one of the world's most exciting travel locations, has launched LasVegas.com, the only official website for the destination. Owned and... MORE  

LAS VEGAS IS THE PLACE TO BE IN DECEMBER

November 28, 2012

 

Special Events Fill Up Month

 

LAS VEGAS - From boots and ball gowns to running shoes and New Year's revelers, Las Vegas hosts a full calendar of special events in December, attracting as many as 275,0... MORE  

LAS VEGAS WILL RING IN THE NEW YEAR AND CELEBRATE IN STYLE

November 27, 2012

 

Entertainment Capital of the World Hosts Biggest Bash in the West with America's Party 2013 Complete with Rockin' Countdown, Champagne and Fireworks

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LAS VEGAS DECKS THE STRIP AND BEYOND WITH FESTIVE CREATIONS AND HOLIDAY CHEER

November 26, 2012

Enjoy Yuletide Flare as the World-Class Destination Transforms Itself into a Winter Wonderland

LAS VEGAS - The entertainment capita... MORE  

LAS VEGAS SCORES BIG WITH FALL SPORTS

November 9, 2012

Southern Nevada Reigns as a Preeminent Sport Destination of the World

LAS VEGAS - Fall in Las Vegas is a marquee time for sports fans. Visitors to the destination can p... MORE  

A “SNAPSHOT” OF DOWNTOWN LAS VEGAS’ HISTORICAL EVOLUTION

Photos for Exhibition Include Vintage Hotels, Stores, Aerial Views and Street Level Shots

October 29, 2012

LAS VEGAS - From the archives of the Las Vegas News Bureau comes a rare look at Downtown Las Vegas as it appeared in the 1950s. Photographs of hotels, local businesses and storefronts comprise this unique collection now on display at The Mob M... MORE  

PROFESSIONAL BULL RIDERS WORLD FINALS TO STAY IN LAS VEGAS THROUGH 2015

October 25, 2012

LAS VEGAS - Las Vegas is a preeminent destination for sporting events, and the city celebrates a long proud history with bull riders. Since 1993, Las Vegas has been the home of the Professional Bull Riders (PBR) World Finals. Now in its 19th y... MORE  

LAS VEGAS WELCOME SIGN AND STRIP MARQUEES TO TURN PURPLE FOR SPIRIT DAY ON OCTOBER 19

Resort corridor and Fremont Street Experience Unite in stand against bullying

October 16, 2012

LAS VEGAS - The Las Vegas Strip - including the ‘Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas' sign - will go purple for Spirit Day on Oct. 19, joining other iconic landmarks, celebrities, corporate and government entities and millions of Americans in a stand against b... MORE  

SEMA and MAGIC Trade Shows Sign on to Stay at the Las Vegas Convention Center

Shows expected to generate $1.4 billion in local economic impact over the next several years

October 10, 2012

LAS VEGAS - Las Vegas is the No. 1 trade show destination in North America, and two long-time trade shows who helped Las Vegas garner that title will continue to call it home, generating an estimated $1.4 billion in non-gaming economic impact for Southern Neva... MORE  

LAS VEGAS MIXES FRIGHT NIGHTS AND BRIGHT LIGHTS

Ghosts, Goblins, Glitz & Glam, Las Vegas Dishes out the Good Stuff During Howl-O-Weekend

October 2, 2012

LAS VEGAS - Las Vegas is the ultimate trick-or-treat destination for adults this Halloween. Visitors will be treated from the abnormal to the paranormal throughout October. The tricked-out, month-long Halloween celebration will culminate with the annual... MORE  

Las Vegas Hospitality Association Honors LVCVA and Tourism Leaders

September 26, 2012

LAS VEGAS -The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) was in good company when it was among five tourism industry leaders recognized during the Las Vegas Hospitality Association's 2012 Distinction Awards dinner September 20th. LVCVA Presiden... MORE  

LAS VEGAS STRIP BECOMES A FASHIONISTA’S RUNWAY FOR FASHION’S NIGHT OUT

More Than One Million Square Feet of Shopping Space Comes Alive in the World’s Entertainment Capital

August 21, 2012

LAS VEGAS-Las Vegas has become a world-class shopping destination boasting more than one million square feet of luxury retail space, and sophisticated designers such as Prada, Christian Dior, Bulg... MORE  

Las Vegas Celebrates Mexican Independence Day with World-Class Latin Performers and Festivities

Luis Miguel, Carlos Santana, Marc Anthony, Carlos Mencia, Alejandro Fernandez and Maná are among the top Latin performers celebrating in Las Vegas this September

August 20, 2012

LAS VEGAS - Revelers looking for the best Mexican Independence Day celebrations this side of the Rio Grande need travel no further than Las Vegas for exciting El Grito! festivities.  Thousands of visitors will indulge in world-class M... MORE  

Rolling out the Red Carpet at the Las Vegas Convention Center

August 2, 2012

 

LAS VEGAS - The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority is pleased to announce new carpet is being installed throughout the public areas of the Las Vegas Convention Center, including the grand concourse, lobbies, meeting rooms and hallways.

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Sick of Working? Your Doctor May Have the Cure
Research Study Reveals over Half of Americans Believe Doctors Should Be Allowed to Prescribe Vacations

May 7, 2012

LAS VEGAS - A landmark summer research study has unveiled a vital component of wellness and happiness ... vacations. The survey, "The Takeaways from Getaways," commissioned by the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority, draws attention ... MORE  

LAS VEGAS AGAIN TOPS THE CHARTS AS NO. 1 TRADE SHOW DESTINATION

May 3, 2012

LAS VEGAS - Las Vegas has maintained its reigning title as the top trade show destination in the country. It's the 18th consecutive year Las Vegas has held the honor. The ranking comes from the Trade Show News Network (TSNN), which released its list of the t... MORE  

LAS VEGAS RECOGNIZES THE 'POWER OF TRAVEL' DURING 29TH ANNUAL NATIONAL TRAVEL AND TOURISM WEEKMAY 5 - 13, 2012

May 2, 2012

LAS VEGAS - Each year, the U.S. Travel Association dedicates a full week in May for communities across the country to recognize the importance of the travel and tourism industry. In Las Vegas, it is the lifeblood of our region, supporting 370,000 jobs and pu... MORE  

LAS VEGAS TO SHOWCASE OVER $22 BILLION OF NEW OFFERINGS AT IPW 2013
Entertainment Capital Targets New Pow Wow Attendance Record

April 24, 2012

LOS ANGELES - Las Vegas officials announced plans today to showcase over $22 billion of new tourism offerings next year at International Pow Wow 2013. Las Vegas, which hosted Pow Wow in 2008 when it set the all-time attendance record, welcomed 38.9 million v... MORE  

'VOTE TRAVEL' BUS TOUR ROLLS THROUGH LAS VEGAS
U.S. Travel, LVCVA, Chamber Rally for Tourism Industry

April 12, 2012

LAS VEGAS - As voters prepare to go to the polls later this year, the most important vote they can cast is to "Vote Travel."

The U.S. Travel Association partnered with the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) and the L... MORE  

ANNUAL REPORT SHOWS INCREASED VISITOR SPENDING AND CONTINUED RECOVERY FOR LAS VEGAS TOURISM

Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority Releases 2011 Visitor Profile Study

March 28, 2012

LAS VEGAS - According to the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority's (LVCVA) 2011 Visitor Profile Study, visitor spending is on the rise in multiple categories: lodging, food and beverage, shopping, sightseeing, local transportation and hotel packages.... MORE  

In Las Vegas, Love Is a Many-Splendored Thing
Las Vegas Adds Ambiance and Adventure to the Perfect Valentine's Getaway

February 10, 2012

All you need is love ... and a trip to the spa! At Spa & Salon Vdara couples will be treated to a wild black cherry enzyme peel with cocoa powder chocolate mask blends for a sensual and seductive cherries & chocolate facial. The Venetian is offering co... MORE  

2011 BRINGS SECOND HIGHEST VISITOR COUNT IN LAS VEGAS HISTORY, RECORD TARGETED IN 2012

February 9, 2012

LAS VEGAS - The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) announced today that the destination attracted 38.9 million visitors in 2011, the second highest visitor total in history.

"The numbers reflect the strength of our brand... MORE  

LAS VEGAS HOST COMMITTEE CHAIR OSCAR GOODMAN GIVES WORLD OF CONCRETE VEGAS-STYLE WELCOME

January 27, 2012

This week, Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority Host Committee Chair Oscar Goodman joined an anticipated 50,000 attendees at the Las Vegas Convention Center for World of Concrete 2012, the industry’s only annual international event dedicated to th... MORE  

ABC KIDS EXPO RETURNS TO LAS VEGAS

January 19, 2012

LAS VEGAS – The ABC Kids Expo is returning to Las Vegas for its 2013 trade show after what will be a two-year break from the city. The expo, a private trade show for the juvenile products industry, had been held in Las Vegas every year since launching ... MORE  

LVCVA COMMENDS OBAMA FOR TOURISM FOCUS
Executive Order Puts Tourism at Top of Agenda

January 19, 2012

LAS VEGAS - President Barack Obama expressed his support of the tourism industry today by signing an Executive Order that charges several agencies with creating new initiatives to promote tourism to and within the U.S., including improving visa processing, expandin... MORE  

Chinese New Year Transforms Las Vegas
Roar in the Year of the Dragon at Las Vegas' Extravagant Festivals

January 5, 2012

LAS VEGAS - In Chinese astrology, the Year of the Dragon is marked by excitement, exhilaration and intensity. This January, Las Vegas rolls out the red carpet to welcome in the year that embodies the spirit of the destination.

"The Year of the ... MORE  

The Las Vegas Official New Year's Eve Countdown
Fireworks & Champagne Glasses Will Be in the Air at America's Party

December 14, 2011

LAS VEGAS - Las Vegas is once again the place to be and be seen to ring in the New Year.
Nightclubs, casinos, and our top-rated restaurants are geared up and ready to treat visitors to the most mystifying and electrifying New Year's celebration on the plane... MORE  

DECEMBER CALENDAR FULL HOUSE IN LAS VEGASSpecial Events, Industry Conventions Fill Up Month

December 1, 2011

LAS VEGAS - Las Vegas is the envy of all other destinations when it comes to filling up the calendar with events in December. From cowboys to racers to runners and more, Las Vegas will be busy through the end of the year.

"Thirty years ago, Dece... MORE  

LVCVA to Reward Las Vegas Bookings with Shopping Getaways

November 29, 2011

LAS VEGAS - The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) is introducing a new incentive program to reward travel agents booking Las Vegas. Two grand prize winners will receive an amazing Las Vegas experience including two round-trip tickets on Delta Air ... MORE  

LVCVA Launches New Website for Travel Professionals

November 21, 2011

Enhanced resources are now available to travel professionals booking Las Vegas

LAS VEGAS - Selling Las Vegas is getting a little easier today with the debut of a new website crafted for travel professionals by the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Au... MORE  

LAS VEGAS TOURISM MARKET EXPANDING

November 21, 2011

  • Room tax revenue up 16.3% through Q3 2011
  • Average daily room rate up 10.7% through Q3 2011
  • Convention attendance up 9.9% through Q3 2011
  • Introduction of Convention Center renovation plan in Q1 2012
  • Launching co... MORE  

LVCC TO PROVIDE FREE WI-FI IN PUBLIC AREAS

November 18, 2011

LAS VEGAS - The Las Vegas Convention Center, in partnership with Smart City Networks, will be expanding its free Wi-Fi access to customers in all public areas.

"In today's always connected world, Wi-Fi is another vital tool that is essential to ... MORE  

LAS VEGAS URGES TRAVELERS TO PROTECT THEIR MOMENTS AND TAKE THE OATH

New Campaign Urges Visitors to Protect "What happens here, stays here ®" Experiences

September 23, 2011

LAS VEGAS - Nearly 10 years ago Las Vegas made the iconic assurance that "What happens here, stays here ®." But now, the age of instantaneous information sharing through constant tweeting, texting and revealing Facebook status updates are threatening ... MORE  

LAS VEGAS: A DJ'S PARADISE
The Entertainment Capital of the World Has a New Spin

July 21, 2011

LAS VEGAS - Electronic music is experiencing a new wave. No longer the bailiwick of club kids and raves, electronic music has grown up with an appeal that stretches from Wall Street to Main Street, and Las Vegas is at the epicenter.

The desti... MORE