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Wind and FAA Forecasts Put Las Vegas Flights Under Pressure Vegas Report

Wind and FAA Forecasts Put Las Vegas Flights Under Pressure

Wind and low clouds disrupted flights at Harry Reid on Sunday, helping push nationwide delays to 4,182. The FAA forecast possible programs at major airports on Monday evening, but had not confirmed restrictions.

United Airlines launches Tokyo flights for CES 2027 surge Vegas Report

United Airlines launches Tokyo flights for CES 2027 surge

United Airlines will run three round-trip flights between Tokyo/Narita and Las Vegas in January 2027 for CES, with departures set before and after the tech show. The move targets a spike in international demand.

Smoke Grounds Southwest Flight at Las Vegas Airport Vegas Report

Smoke Grounds Southwest Flight at Las Vegas Airport

A Southwest Boeing 737 MAX 8 was sidelined at Harry Reid International after smoke billowed from its right main landing gear, forcing a long delay and a last-minute aircraft swap for Chicago passengers.

Virgin Hotels Las Vegas adds Sip Sip Wok and plans Loop station Vegas Report

Virgin Hotels Las Vegas adds Sip Sip Wok and plans Loop station

Virgin Hotels Las Vegas is rolling out Sip Sip Wok, an Asian fusion spot with video poker, and preparing for a Vegas Loop station to link guests to the airport and convention center. The resort has yet to confirm opening dates.

Madrid tests concert residencies as Europe eyes Las Vegas model Vegas Report

Madrid tests concert residencies as Europe eyes Las Vegas model

Madrid is experimenting with Las Vegas-style concert residencies, hosting artists like Shakira and Bad Bunny for multi-date runs at single venues. The shift could change how European fans experience major acts and what cities gain from live music

Inside the Most Extravagant Hotel Suites on the Las Vegas Strip Vegas Report

Inside the Most Extravagant Hotel Suites on the Las Vegas Strip

Las Vegas resorts are raising the bar for luxury. Suites like the Empathy Suite at Palms and the Colosseum Presidential Villas at Caesars Palace come with private pools, art, and butler service for guests who want more than just a bed.

East Coast cable cut triggers delays for Las Vegas flights Vegas Report

East Coast cable cut triggers delays for Las Vegas flights

A construction accident in New Jersey sliced through a key FAA cable, causing delays for flights between Las Vegas and the Northeast. Harry Reid International kept running, but travelers faced missed connections and late arrivals.