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#las-vegas

The last time I was in Las Vegas was over three years ago. My life back then is unrecognizable compared to now: I've lost a significant amount of weight, started therapy, and stopped drinking alcohol. I feel happier and healthier than ever, so when I made plans for a solo trip to Sin City recently, I knew it'd look way different than the last time.

Historically, I've always gambled on trips to Las Vegas, in part because I felt like I had to. Recently, I visited Sin City and decided to steer clear of casinos - and I had my best visit yet. Visiting Vegas' Eiffel Tower and taking a cooking class helped me see a new side of the city. Out of all my previous trips to Las Vegas, I'd only not gambled once - and that was just because I'd been a teenager on vacation with my parents.

Elon Musk's Boring Company has reportedly stopped work on a tunnel it's been digging to the Las Vegas airport after a worker sustained a "crushing injury" late Wednesday night, according to Fortune. Nevada's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has opened an investigation. The Clark County Fire Department received a call at 10:12 p.m. local time on Wednesday and dispatched an 18-person rescue crew to the site.

When Bobby Flay sat down to talk with us here at Tasting Table back in 2016, we talked about a lot of things, from advice for those wanting to follow in his footsteps, to which of his many creative dishes was the biggest source of pride. We also talked about his favorite food cities, and he had three that he said were doing the biggest and brightest things in the food world: New York, Los Angeles, and Rome. Clearly, it's good to be Bobby Flay.

Las Vegas is a city with dazzling lights, endless entertainment options, and a dynamic energy that keeps drawing me back. But like any major tourist destination, it has its share of pitfalls - those overpriced, overhyped attractions that eat into your budget and time without delivering real value. After countless trips with my fiancée, I've learned to spot the tourist traps from a mile away and how to get the most value out of every visit.

Last summer, the Mirage announced it was closing permanently to make way for the Hard Rock Las Vegas. The Mirage, which opened in 1989, ushered in the era of Vegas "megaresorts"; at the time, it was one of the most expensive and largest hotels ever built anywhere on Earth. Its marquee attraction was a volcano that erupted every 15 minutes.

I'm very proud of where Midnight is at. It's remarkable to see that the Glacier Drop is off to a good start, with strong participation across the cryptocurrency space as a whole.

Tourism in Las Vegas is slumping this summer, with resorts and convention centers reporting fewer visitors compared to last year, especially from abroad, due to Trump administration tariffs and immigration policies.

The Grand Smash tournament in Las Vegas, held from July 3-13, featured a $1.55 million prize pool and attracted 64 top players, marking a significant event for table tennis in the USA.

Local creatives will showcase unique artwork and handmade goods, while guests can engage in interactive experiences like live art demos and workshops.

Sphere Entertainment has assembled a 2,000-person creative and technical team to rebuild the experience from the ground up, preserving the essence of The Wizard of Oz while enhancing and extending the original material with AI.

Travel dupes are lesser-known destinations that are very similar to popular spots, offering entertainment, dining, and fun at a lower price point.

By the time the final bell rang, Manny Pacquiao had done everything but win the fight. He out-threw, out-landed and out-hustled a champion 16 years his junior on Saturday night in Las Vegas, but the scorecards told a different story.

The resort's redesign features deluxe rooms with a residential feel, incorporating layered textures, sculptural walnut lighting, and custom stone finishes to enhance character.

The Sinatra specializes in classic Italian cuisine and is supported by the Sinatra family, featuring décor that includes images and memorabilia of Frank Sinatra.

The Fontainebleau has unveiled the Sun Club, a pop-up experience that offers a luxurious poolside retreat with exclusive Veuve Clicquot champagne options.

For its 25th edition, G2E is unveiling multiple enhancements aimed at enriching the attendee experience, including the new G2E Dealer Championship focusing on casino dealer professionalism.