Author: Ronald Kolb

The majesty of the Statue of Liberty, the excitement of Times Square, the ethnic flavor of Chinatown and Little Italy, and the nostalgia of Coney Island: The Big Apple is known throughout the world for its excitement, sophistication and cherished landmarks. Guests of New York-New York experience that singular New York City style accentuated by the intense energy that only Las Vegas can provide. Dramatic Entry As guests stroll down the famous Las Vegas Strip and across the 300-foot-long replica of the Brooklyn Bridge, they may forget they are nowhere near Wall Street.  New York-New York has brought the magic of the original “city that never sleeps” to the Nevada desert, home to the other city that never sleeps, through its re-creation of traditional New York landmarks. The property’s innovative façade re-creates the classic Manhattan skyline, complete with 12 New York-style skyscrapers that showcase 2,024 guest rooms.  These interconnected structures are approximately one-third the actual size of the New York City architecture.  The tallest building replicates the Empire State Building at 47 stories.  Other icons include a 150-foot replica of the Statue of Liberty, an Arcade that recreates the aura of the Coney Island amusement park in the early 1900s featuring the heart-stopping thrills of The Roller Coaster and a replica of the Soldiers and Sailors Monument.   A New York Welcome             Carefully crafted design elements throughout the...

Step through the doors of MGM Grand and begin a pure, amplified and unforgettable Las Vegas experience where every guest is treated like a celebrity. Become the center of the action and immerse yourself in luxury as you play from dusk ‘til dawn at AAA Four Diamond resort. Dramatic Entry Millions of visitors stroll by the impressive front entrance of MGM Grand each year. Featuring a 45-foot, 100,000-pound bronze lion statue, this corner of Las Vegas Boulevard and Tropicana Avenue is hard to miss. The lion, perched atop a 25-foot pedestal, is framed by LED screens, water fountains, Atlas- themed statues and lush landscaping. Once inside the lobby, guests are instantly enveloped by the thrill and excitement of one of the city’s most dynamic resorts. Three large high-definition viewing screens mounted behind the front desk showcase today’s hottest music videos in addition to a dedicated social media wall, allowing guests to participate in real-time polls, contests and Twitter conversations. Guest Rooms, Suites and Lofts MGM Grand is home to a remarkable collection of guest rooms, suites and Lofts with views of the surrounding mountains and the Las Vegas skyline. Following a recent $160 million room remodel, the 3,570 guest rooms and 642 suites in the hotel’s main tower feature warm, yet vibrant designs and color palettes with contemporary furnishings, creating comfortable and functional spaces within a sophisticated setting. For...