MGM Resorts continues to lead the way in “meeting” expectations for groups of all sizes through convention center expansions designed to accommodate client growth and attract new business; collaborative, innovative meeting spaces to inspire the mind; and the company’s first all-inclusive incentive group packages.

Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, Hilton’s luxury brand, announced it will convert the Mandarin Oriental on the Las Vegas Strip to the Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas in August 2018. Waldorf Astoria will assume full operation of the property with plans to reimagine and renovate the hotel.

Enclave, a special events facility, announced the addition of special events industry veteran, David Watts, to its team as venue director.

Meetings Today LIVE! wrapped its 2018 program in Las Vegas at the Luxor's Esports Arena.

In the concrete jungle of Las Vegas, there exists a lush new oasis inspired by nature, the comforts of home, an eclectic sense of artistry and plenty of innovation: Park MGM. The property, formerly Monte Carlo, was officially reflagged April 30, 2018. Attendees of Meetings Today LIVE! West, running from April 29 to May 2, 2018, had the pleasure of being the first group to partake in its new offerings.

Las Vegas' 2018 Global Meetings Industry Day event celebrated the impact the meetings and events industry has on the city's economy.

Architects have submitted their designs for the phase two expansion of the Las Vegas Convention Center.

High-flying billionaire Richard Branson added Sin City to his Virgin Group portfolio following the acquisition of Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Las Vegas. The approximately 1,500-room off-Strip property will be rebranded to The Virgin Hotel Las Vegas and will remain open during renovations that are scheduled to be completed by the end of 2019, according to Virgin Group.

McCarran International Airport does stoners a solid by offering marijuana amnesty boxes.