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Open Topic Discussion - March 23rd, 2008

Posted by Hunter on March 23, 2008

Another open topic for discussion.

One thing of note - I got some photos from Mike_Ch which I published:

http://www.ratevegas.com/photo/most_recent

Thanks Mike!

Filed under Casino Design , Las Vegas Photography , Las Vegas Strip , MGM MIRAGE , Monte Carlo Fire , Open Topics , Project CityCenter , Strip Walk

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Podcast: Vegas Roundtable w/ Simpson, McKee, Schwartz, Monster and Me!

Posted by Hunter on February 7, 2008

The first episode of what could become a new, semi-regular podcast has been posted.

It doesn't yet have a name but the working title is 'Vegas Roundtable'. It's a gaming industry related podcast in a discussion format. Today's participants include:

Jeff Simpson - http://www.lasvegassun.com and http://www.inbusinesslasvegas.com

David McKee - http://www.lasvegasadvisor.com/blogs/dmckee/

Dave Schwartz - http://www.dieiscast.com

Chuck Monster - http://www.vegastripping.com

Thanks to all participants. The podcast is in my normal feed for 'The Worst Las Vegas Podcast' but it will probably move to a dedicated feed. Also, if anyone can think of a good name, drop them in the comments.

If you don't subscribe to the feed and want the direct URL, here it is:
http://media.ratevegas.com/35-roundtable_1-02_07_08.mp3

Filed under Atlantic City , Boyd Gaming , Business of Gaming , Fontainebleau , Las Vegas Strip , MGM MIRAGE , Monte Carlo Fire , Palazzo , Podcasts , Project CityCenter , Vegas Roundtable , Venetian/LV Sands , Wynn Resorts

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New Photos: Encore at Wynn Las Vegas and Monte Carlo Fire

Posted by Hunter on February 3, 2008

Some new photos posted this afternoon:

http://www.ratevegas.com/photo/gallery/encore
http://www.ratevegas.com/photo/gallery/montecarlofire

The Encore shots give a really good look at the final layouts for the big parts of the project. You can see all the skylights in the low-rise for the new spa, plus I assume that lattice roof area will be filled with glass as well. Overall, looking good - can't wait to see more.

Thanks to Brian and Mark for sharing their photos.

Regarding the podcast, I have GarageBand open now - hopefully I'll get this finished shortly.

Filed under Business of Gaming , Casino Design , Las Vegas Photography , Las Vegas Strip , MGM MIRAGE , Monte Carlo Fire , Wynn Resorts

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Monte Carlo Fire and EIFS

Posted by Hunter on January 30, 2008

Last week, most TV sets were tuned in to see the facade of a Las Vegas hotel, the Monte Carlo, engulfed in flames. I'm no expert in fire safety but I know what was going through my head, watching in real time: this fire is moving FAST and whatever is on the top of that building looks to be fueling it.

In the hours and days that followed, one term was repeated over and over: EIFS.

Instead of demonizing an easy target, I'm glad that I've had the chance to speak with several folks fluent in EIFS details, including some industry representatives. Keep reading after the jump and I'll share a couple of things I've learned.

Filed under Business of Gaming , Casino Design , Las Vegas Strip , MGM MIRAGE , Monte Carlo Fire

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