You're the New Las Vegas Mogul
Dec 21st, 2004, 07:02 AM
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You're the New Las Vegas Mogul
You've just bought the property on the southeast corner of Las Vegas Blvd and Flamingo Ave. You're going to spectacularly implode the current hotel on the site (with Hollywood filming it for the latest mega-action flick) and build the greatest casino resort the strip has yet seen. You've got major competition from Steve Wynn, Kirk Kerkorian and Sheldon Adelson up and down the strip. With Northern Italian Lake themed resorts and Paris themed resorts and Roman Empire themed resorts and Venetian themed resorts, not to mention Ancient Egyptian, Medieval England, Polynesian, New York City, Monte Carlo and Arabian themed resorts surrounding you, exactly what theme are you going to choose to sell your new resort to the Las Vegas visitor to get them to stay with you and not the other guys? And does your plans include an "attraction" like an erupting volcano or dancing water fountains out in front to stop traffic on the street/sidewalk? Shops? Restaurants? Amusement Park rides? Tell us your vision.
Dec 21st, 2004, 07:29 AM
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I'd simply call it "Vegas" Everyone in Vegas has borrowed liberally from architecture from around the world. I'd borrow from them.
My hotel would be an amalgamation of the other top hotels, the same way that NYNY did with the NY skyline.
As for attractions, I'd have 60 foot high animatroni replicas of Frank, Sammy and Dino doing a few numbers.
If that doesn't fly, I'd go with "Eire." An Irish themed hotel. Our main attraction would be employees dressed as Catholic Priests standing behind each table making the players feel guilty for enjoying themselves.
My hotel would be an amalgamation of the other top hotels, the same way that NYNY did with the NY skyline.
As for attractions, I'd have 60 foot high animatroni replicas of Frank, Sammy and Dino doing a few numbers.
If that doesn't fly, I'd go with "Eire." An Irish themed hotel. Our main attraction would be employees dressed as Catholic Priests standing behind each table making the players feel guilty for enjoying themselves.
Dec 21st, 2004, 08:15 AM
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Although "Golden Era Vegas" would be a nice change in theme from "Other Cities You Could Have Gone To and Not Spent So Much Dough In Front of a Video Poker Machine", I was going to suggest the quintessential Vegas theme:
"Rent-a-Girls With Large, Surgically-Enhanced Racks."
But then I remembered the San Rémo is being re-badged as a Hooters Resort, so that theme has been done.
How about "Big Swindles"? And the resort can be built to look like a shuttered Enron office building....
"Rent-a-Girls With Large, Surgically-Enhanced Racks."
But then I remembered the San Rémo is being re-badged as a Hooters Resort, so that theme has been done.
How about "Big Swindles"? And the resort can be built to look like a shuttered Enron office building....
Dec 21st, 2004, 09:15 AM
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I suggest a Thai-themed hotel & casino. It will be called "The Lagoon". Of course the pool will be spectacular, with vines to swing from, and little caves/grottoes to hang out in. Large birds will roam the property.
A large Buddha and a replica of a wat will be the centerpieces of the casino. There will be elephant rides for the kids. In the basement will be a huge market selling cheap junk. There will be an excellent tailor on-site for those who want to buy a custom-made outfit.
The room will be furnished with rich silk drapes and linens, and the furniture will be made of solid teak. I haven't decided whether or not to add mosquito nets over the beds.
And of course, the food will rock. Mmm...a Thai buffet....<drool>
A large Buddha and a replica of a wat will be the centerpieces of the casino. There will be elephant rides for the kids. In the basement will be a huge market selling cheap junk. There will be an excellent tailor on-site for those who want to buy a custom-made outfit.
The room will be furnished with rich silk drapes and linens, and the furniture will be made of solid teak. I haven't decided whether or not to add mosquito nets over the beds.
And of course, the food will rock. Mmm...a Thai buffet....<drool>
Dec 21st, 2004, 09:34 AM
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Well, Europe, Asia, Africa, South Pacific and US are already represented in LV so how about something Brazilian. Super small Speedos the uniform for all staff, excellent pool facility.
Or maybe a jungle themed casino based on the Amazon. Lazy river rides through snake infested tropics.
Or maybe a jungle themed casino based on the Amazon. Lazy river rides through snake infested tropics.
Dec 21st, 2004, 10:33 AM
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My first thought was Asian. Couldn't they do a few things with the Great Wall! Or the Forbidden City!
But I do think that the Rio does South American pretty well right now, people forget about it because it is not on the Strip. They actually do a nicely costumed Mardi Gras a couple of times a days with brief Rio feathered outfits.
My best idea would be THE AMERICAN and it would have every tacky, corny AMERICAN advertising gimmick and character from the dawn of TV on. And you would walk through a LARGE TV set to get into the thing. Seats/ rooms etc. would be LARGER sized. Of course we would have the Blue State and the Red State sections with appropriate restaurants: ie. no sushi or quiche allowed in the Red State side.
But I do think that the Rio does South American pretty well right now, people forget about it because it is not on the Strip. They actually do a nicely costumed Mardi Gras a couple of times a days with brief Rio feathered outfits.
My best idea would be THE AMERICAN and it would have every tacky, corny AMERICAN advertising gimmick and character from the dawn of TV on. And you would walk through a LARGE TV set to get into the thing. Seats/ rooms etc. would be LARGER sized. Of course we would have the Blue State and the Red State sections with appropriate restaurants: ie. no sushi or quiche allowed in the Red State side.
Dec 21st, 2004, 10:55 AM
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I thought about the Asian themed resort and it would seem like a natural for Vegas.
However, I think the reason it really hasn't been done is that many casinos make a pretty good amount of money from Asian gamblers, especially those in the high-roller category. I'm sure the casinos have done research which suggests that they might alienate some segment of the gambling market with a resort that seems to favor one nationality over another.
BTW, if you think I'm being insensitive, do a google search on why the MGM removed the Lion's Head that had been its entrance off the Strip.
However, I think the reason it really hasn't been done is that many casinos make a pretty good amount of money from Asian gamblers, especially those in the high-roller category. I'm sure the casinos have done research which suggests that they might alienate some segment of the gambling market with a resort that seems to favor one nationality over another.
BTW, if you think I'm being insensitive, do a google search on why the MGM removed the Lion's Head that had been its entrance off the Strip.
Dec 21st, 2004, 11:04 AM
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I think you are absolutely correct, Ryan. That is why I know that will not do an Asian themed casino. At one time the Flamingo and several others have had an Asian check-in area. And one time we were being picked up at that exit and I spoke with some travelers and staff. There are certain times when visitors from the Far East are such a high percentage that they need permanent translators at all of the casinos.
That's why I didn't follow up on my first-flash Chinese idea.
That's why I didn't follow up on my first-flash Chinese idea.
Dec 21st, 2004, 11:06 AM
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How about something like "Islands" with beach-themed decor and waitresses in bikinis. Modeled after the Carribean Islands.....
The pool could be a big lagoon with a sand bottom and waterfalls. Food could be mixed asian/carribean...
The pool could be a big lagoon with a sand bottom and waterfalls. Food could be mixed asian/carribean...
Dec 21st, 2004, 11:15 AM
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Ah, man, the Rio took by Brazilian idea. Drats. I guess there's a reason why I don't dream up new product ideas.
How about a Jack in the beanstalk themed hotel/casino. Everything is oversized so after being squished on the flight into LV you can spread out. Also good after a buffet or two.
How about a Jack in the beanstalk themed hotel/casino. Everything is oversized so after being squished on the flight into LV you can spread out. Also good after a buffet or two.
Dec 21st, 2004, 02:16 PM
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Here's a challenge for the imagineers - An antarctic / arctic theme - Fake snow - rooms done out like igloos, Casino done like an Ice Palace, chilled vodka bars, and a real snow room! Has there ever been snow in Vegas. The zoo would have penguins and bears (depending on whether we go for for the arctic or antarctic theme).
The deluxe penthouse suites could even be chilled to bloody freezing temperatures- high rollers having the luxury of sleeping under furs just to stay warm. The rooms would be so cold you wouldn't want to spend any time in them - so there is even more time to gamble.
As for restaurants - "Blubber" the world's first Whale based restaurant.
Typically for Vegas, we could blur the edges of reality to push the concept to the edges and have all the staff dressed like eskimos. Husky / Sleigh Rides from the strip into the Casino. Santa Claus greeting all guests, oh and what about a cable car to the top of a fake snow capped mountain.
Only in Vegas!
The deluxe penthouse suites could even be chilled to bloody freezing temperatures- high rollers having the luxury of sleeping under furs just to stay warm. The rooms would be so cold you wouldn't want to spend any time in them - so there is even more time to gamble.
As for restaurants - "Blubber" the world's first Whale based restaurant.
Typically for Vegas, we could blur the edges of reality to push the concept to the edges and have all the staff dressed like eskimos. Husky / Sleigh Rides from the strip into the Casino. Santa Claus greeting all guests, oh and what about a cable car to the top of a fake snow capped mountain.
Only in Vegas!
Dec 21st, 2004, 02:32 PM
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And let's not forget my own country is begging for a theme hotel in Vegas
"Little Britain"
The Most expensive hotel in Vegas. The tinyest rooms, without such awful contraptions as air conditioning and heaven forbid televisions. They will be decorated in a classic 1974 style.
Suites will be named after our top celebrities and done in a style befitting them. The Beckham Suite will be Palatial. In fact it will be beyond Palatial.
The hotel will not have a Casino and will be located someone way from the strip. It will not have a swimming pool.
Rooms will be allocated on a strictly class basis. Foreigners will be treated with haughty disdain.
Staff will be dressed in beefeater costumes, british policeman uniforms, or as butlers.
The hotel will house 2 restaurants - Le Roast bouef and The Palm Court - afternoon tea a speciality at £30. Both restaurants will be essentially Members only, and being a resident in the hotel will not necessarilly guarantee you a table, in fact you wont get a table.
"Little Britain"
The Most expensive hotel in Vegas. The tinyest rooms, without such awful contraptions as air conditioning and heaven forbid televisions. They will be decorated in a classic 1974 style.
Suites will be named after our top celebrities and done in a style befitting them. The Beckham Suite will be Palatial. In fact it will be beyond Palatial.
The hotel will not have a Casino and will be located someone way from the strip. It will not have a swimming pool.
Rooms will be allocated on a strictly class basis. Foreigners will be treated with haughty disdain.
Staff will be dressed in beefeater costumes, british policeman uniforms, or as butlers.
The hotel will house 2 restaurants - Le Roast bouef and The Palm Court - afternoon tea a speciality at £30. Both restaurants will be essentially Members only, and being a resident in the hotel will not necessarilly guarantee you a table, in fact you wont get a table.
Dec 21st, 2004, 02:36 PM
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Walter, you've got an imaginative concept there, but the Vegas resorts are already halfway there with the Arctic-Blast air-conditioning they use in the casinos. Still....
Look for a Disneyfied version of an Offensive Ethnic Stereotype-- that always sells big! How about The Big-Roller Baja Experience Casino? Saguaro cacti, big sombrero-wearing dealers and all the watered-down margaritas you can pound down?
By the way, those who suggested Asia-themed resorts-- how can we forget Imperial Palace? No, I'm asking seriously; therapy and drugs can't erase the memory of that creepy dump!!
Look for a Disneyfied version of an Offensive Ethnic Stereotype-- that always sells big! How about The Big-Roller Baja Experience Casino? Saguaro cacti, big sombrero-wearing dealers and all the watered-down margaritas you can pound down?
By the way, those who suggested Asia-themed resorts-- how can we forget Imperial Palace? No, I'm asking seriously; therapy and drugs can't erase the memory of that creepy dump!!
