Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority
Coverage of Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority in the Nexus archive.
- Las Vegas prices squeeze everyday travelers as popular city embraces expensive makeover
Las Vegas is shifting toward luxury, with rising prices for hotels, dining, and events, leading to a decline in visitation and a shift in visitor demographics toward higher-income travelers. Examples include $525+ restaurant menus and $26 minibar water, reflecting a focus on premium spending over volume.
- Las Vegas ‘pricing problem' is scaring off tourists from 'greatest city in the world,' says Rick Harrison
Las Vegas tourism declined by 7.5% in 2024, with Rick Harrison of 'Pawn Stars' attributing the drop to rising prices and poor customer experiences. He highlighted Circa Resort & Casino's success due to reasonable pricing and emphasized the importance of attracting tourists through value and accessibility.
- Rick Harrison of 'Pawn Stars' says gambling isn't dying even as Las Vegas poker rooms close one by one
Las Vegas tourism has dropped 7.5%, with poker rooms on the Strip closing, including Resorts World. Rick Harrison of 'Pawn Stars' argues in-person gambling isn't dying, citing entertainment and conventions as key attractions despite declining revenue and shifting customer preferences.