First Reactions to CityCenter Casino

Las Vegas has officially welcomed the newest addition to its metropolis - CityCenter Casino resort. This labour of love is the creation of two giants in the casino entertainment industry - MGM Mirage and Dubai World.

Official Opening
After several years of uncertainty, this massive expansion into the brick and mortar world of gambling is finally here. CityCenter officially opened its doors on Wednesday, December 16, 2009 to thunderous applause.

Prior to the public opening, there were some 5,000 VIPs invited to enjoy the lavish comforts of the immaculate CityCenter Casino at a gala event. By 11pm the inaugural fireworks had peppered the skies above the 61-story CityCenter Casino. The enthusiastic crowds began pouring in after midnight.

Job Opportunities
At a time when Las Vegas is trying desperately to fight off the recession, the owners of CityCenter Casino - MGM Mirage and Dubai World - are buoyed by their latest creation. With some 12,000 employees involved in the mega-resort, the operation is helping to keep tens of thousands more people employed and happy.

The CityCenter Casino
The $8.5 billion CityCenter Casino sports some 4,004 rooms, 21st century architecture and sheer entertainment galore in restaurants, bars, clubs, stores, fountains and the like. The news of the grand opening had no effect on the share price of MGM Mirage on the NYSE.

Many folks are upbeat about the employment prospects that this mega-gambling kingdom is going to provide. And during a particularly difficult spell economically, this may well prove the tonic that the industry needs for a kick start.