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Jackpot! Las Vegas attracted record number of visitors in 2012

Posted on March 2, 2013 by admin

Las Vegas Advisor CEO Anthony Curtis is interviewed for NBCNEWS.com Travel regarding the record number of visitors attracted to Las Vegas in 2012. Feb. 18, 2013 The increase was brought about by “a combination of the economy getting marginally better … Continue reading →

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What it’s like to live in a sewer beneath the bright lights of Las Vegas

Posted on March 2, 2013 by admin

Canada’s Globe and Mail talks to author Matt O’Brien, author of Huntington Press’ internationally acclaimed bestseller, Beneath the Neon: Life and Death in the Tunnels of Las Vegas. Jan. 18, 2013 “Vegas has built up a reputation as one of … Continue reading →

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Big Renovation at Las Vegas Palms in Progress

Posted on August 7, 2012 by admin

Anthony Curtis’ nationally syndicated weekly column Aug. 1, 2012 An ongoing renovation at the Palms is moving to the hotel rooms, where $12 million will be spent to upgrade all 428 rooms in the original Palms Tower. The project should … Continue reading →

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Las Vegas: Bright Lights, Big City, Small Town

Posted on May 30, 2012 by admin

NPR’s State of the Reunion visits Las Vegas, and hears from Huntington Press author Matt O’Brien about the homless people whose lives he’s explored in Beneath the Neon and My Week at the Blue Angel. Residents narrate the city’s rise during … Continue reading →

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Las Vegas Riviera Upgrading

Posted on May 11, 2012 by admin

Anthony Curtis’ nationally syndicated weekly column. May 9, 2012 The north-Strip Riviera is preparing to begin a $20-$30 million upgrade project. Similar to a recent $20 million renovation at the Stratosphere, most of the work will involve much-needed improvements to … Continue reading →

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The end of the American Dream

Posted on May 3, 2012 by admin

France 24, the 24/7 international news channel, gives a glowing review to Huntington Press author Matthew O’Brien’s acclaimed insight into the lives of the displaced people who occupy a parallel universe,  living in the storm drains underneath the Las Vegas Strip. … Continue reading →

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O’Sheas Closes on Las Vegas Strip

Posted on May 1, 2012 by admin

Anthony Curtis nationally syndicated weekly column. April 25, 2012 “Countdown to Closing” festivities are underway at center Strip, celebrating the last day of operations for O’Sheas, the smallish casino located between the Flamingo and the Imperial Palace. The casino held … Continue reading →

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Literary Las Vegas

Posted on March 26, 2012 by admin

Anna Stothard, who has just made the Orange Prize longlist, goes in search of the places famous writers found decadence and excess in Sin City. Her guide to the underworld is Huntington Press author Matt O’Brien. March 24, 2012 “Hunter … Continue reading →

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“The indiscreet charm of the douchebagerie” … and so many other factors affecting Vegas gaming.

Posted on February 20, 2012 by admin

Leading casino0-gaming analyst Dennis Conrad praises a recent post from LasVegasAdvisor.com business blogger David McKee. Feb. 20, 2012 Introduction by Dennis Conrad, President and Chief Strategist, Raving Consulting Company What are douchebageries anyway? How will casinos in Florida and Massachusetts … Continue reading →

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New Year Will Bring Activity to Las Vegas

Posted on December 29, 2011 by admin

Anthony Curtis’ nationally syndicated weekly column December 27, 2011 After a quiet 2011 that was filled with remodeling projects but little else, 2012 figures to be busier for Las Vegas. In fact, the first major project debuts this week with … Continue reading →

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Las Vegas: Football parties galore

Posted on October 12, 2011 by admin

Anthony Curtis’ nationally syndicated weekly column. Sept. 15, 2011 Football season is here and in Las Vegas, that means lots of promotions. Parties, contests, betting specials and more are being unleashed this month and will continue through the Super Bowl. … Continue reading →

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Las Vegas Restaurant Week has deals through Sept. 11

Posted on October 12, 2011 by admin

Anthony Curtis’ nationally syndicated weekly column. Aug. 31, 2011 Perhaps the best two-week stint of the year for food lovers is in progress now. Las Vegas’ fifth annual Restaurant Week runs through Sept. 11 and has prix-fixe deals for $20.11, … Continue reading →

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