Josh Swissman Quoted on The Times (UK)
Posted on
July 19, 2024
Vegas gambles on a shift from everyman appeal to high-end haven
When it opened in 1989, The Mirage hotel and casino was extravagant even by Las Vegas standards.
An imitation tropical paradise with an artificial volcano erupting outside the entrance, it ushered in the era of the mega-resort, with fine dining, luxury shopping, wild animals on show and performances from the magicians Siegfried and Roy as well as the world’s biggest musicians.
However, The Mirage closed its doors for the final time this week and will soon be knocked down and replaced by another sprawling resort, marking the next step in Sin City’s evolution from everyman getaway to a playground for the rich.