Las Vegas - Tuesday, February 07, 2012

BELLAGIO FACT SHEET

Bellagio
3600 Las Vegas Boulevard South
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 693-7111 – Phone
(702) 650-7565 – Media Information
(888) 987-6667 – Toll-Free Room Reservations
(702) 693-8546 – Room Reservations Fax
(702) 693-8555 – Hotel Fax

Internet Address – www.bellagio.com
Facebook – Bellagio Las Vegas
Twitter – BellagioLV
iPhone App – Bellagio Las Vegas

Fast Facts
• Grand opening: October 15, 1998
• A wholly owned subsidiary of MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM)
• Original cost: $1.6 billion
• Spa Tower opened December 23, 2004; Cost: $375 million; Additional 928 rooms and suites, 60,000 square feet more of meeting and convention space, expanded spa, new retail outlets, restaurant Sensi, and a European-style pastry shop, Jean Philippe Pâtisserie
• 3,933 guest rooms, including 512 suites
• Executive Suite Lounge
o Private registration experience, providing an increased level of service and VIP treatment for guests, is available to those who reserve Bellagio Penthouse Suites and above*
o Complimentary amenities include airport limousine transportation*, concierge service including pre-arrival trip-planning assistance, curbside greeting and delectable refreshments in lounge, among others
o Complimentary business services include Wi-Fi access, faxing/printing/copying and boarding pass printing; laptops also are available for use in lounge
o Daily, 7 a.m. – 9 p.m.
*Some exceptions apply
• Concierge available daily, 7 a.m. – 9 p.m.
• More than 100,000 square feet of gaming area featuring:
 Race & Sports Book
 Poker Room
 Approximately 2,400 slot machines and video poker
 Blackjack, Craps, Mini-Baccarat, Roulette, European Roulette, Baccarat, Pai Gow Poker, Pai Gow, Big 6, Caribbean Stud Poker, Let it Ride, War, Three Card Poker, Sic Bo
• Five outdoor pools, four whirlpools and 51 private cabanas; Mediterranean courtyard setting
• Two wedding chapels and Terrazza di Sogno (Terrace of Dreams)
 East Chapel seats 30 guests
 South Chapel seats more than 130 guests
 Outdoor Terrace of Dreams accommodates up to 34 guests
 For more information, contact The Wedding Chapels at Bellagio, (888) 464-4436
• More than 200,000 square feet of meeting and convention facilities
 45,458-square-foot Grand Ballroom, 30,800-square-foot Tower Ballroom,
22,052-square-foot Bellagio Ballroom
 Tuscany Kitchen – first exhibition kitchen of its kind in Las Vegas
 50 meeting rooms 1,000 – 45,458 square feet, including ballrooms
 Can accommodate intimate gatherings or convention groups of more than 5,500
 For more information, contact Convention Sales, Phone (888) 744-7687,
Fax (702) 693-8559

M life
• M life is MGM Resorts International’s new unifying rewards program
• Provides members with exclusive access, benefits, rewards, and once-in-a-lifetime experiences at the incomparable collection of world-renowned resort destinations
• The 15 participating MGM Resorts’ properties are Bellagio, ARIA, Vdara, MGM Grand, The Signature at MGM Grand, Mandalay Bay, THEhotel at Mandalay Bay, The Mirage, Monte Carlo, New York-New York, Luxor, and Excalibur in Las Vegas; Beau Rivage and Gold Strike in Mississippi and MGM Grand Detroit
• Partnerships enhance M life member benefits, access and provide added value beyond the MGM Resorts’ destinations. Partners include sbe – one of the country’s preeminent hospitality and lifestyle companies, Avis Budget Group and Dover Downs Gaming & Entertainment
• For more information, visit mlife.com

“O”
Publicity contact: Stephanie Capellas, Cirque du Soleil
Phone (702) 693-7767; Fax (702) 995-0295; Email: Stephanie.Capellas@cirquedusoleil.com
• An aquatic tapestry of artistry, surrealism and theatrical romance by world-class acrobats, synchronized swimmers and divers performed in, on and above water
• Cast of 85 artists from around the world
• Performed in the “O” Theatre, which seats 1,809
• Performances: Wednesday – Sunday, 7:30 p.m. & 10 p.m.; Dark Monday & Tuesday
• Tickets start at $99 plus tax and service fees
• Guests under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult
• Reservations: (702) 796-9999 or (888) 488-7111

The Fountains of Bellagio
• Magnificent ballet of dancing fountains choreographed to music and lights
• More than 1,200 dancing fountains on a lake of more than 8.5 acres of water
• Highest point: 460 feet; Span: more than 1,000 feet
• Music ranging from Luciano Pavarotti and Andrea Bocelli to Gene Kelly and Frank Sinatra
• Performances every 30 minutes, Monday – Friday, 3 p.m. – 7 p.m.; Saturday, Sundays and
holidays, noon – 7 p.m.; After 7 p.m. daily, performances are every 15 minutes until midnight
• No admission fee

Conservatory & Botanical Gardens
• Displays of flora arranged in a theatrical presentation that changes five times a year – each season and Chinese New Year
• Each display is planned a year in advance to ensure that the necessary flowers, plants and trees are available
• Glass ceiling: 50 feet high
• More than 13,500 square feet
• Daily, 24 hours
• No admission fee

Via Bellagio
• Glass-enclosed luxury shopping promenade
• 42,000 square feet of boutiques
• Chanel, Giorgio Armani, Louis Vuitton, Prada, Tiffany & Co., Fred Leighton, Gucci, Dior, Fendi, Bottega Veneta & Breguet
• Daily, 10 a.m. – midnight

Via Fiore
• Giardini Garden Store – Garden-oriented gifts, fountains and decorative items for the home; Thursday – Saturday, 10 a.m. – midnight; Sunday – Wednesday, 10 a.m. – 11 p.m.
• Essentials – Bellagio logo apparel, accessories, gifts and souvenirs, including Bellagio fragrance for men and women; Daily, 24 hours
• Newsstand – One-stop shopping for periodicals, refreshments and sundries; Daily, 24 hours
• Chihuly Gallery – Artwork, books, videos and gift items by artist Dale Chihuly; Daily,
Thursday – Saturday, 10 a.m. – midnight; Sunday – Wednesday, 10 a.m. – 11 p.m.

Other Shopping
• Hermès – Luxury fashion and accessories; Daily, 10 a.m. – midnight
• OMEGA– Luxury watches and jewelry; Daily, 10 a.m. – midnight
• MesmerEyes – Luxury custom eyewear; Daily, 10 a.m. – midnight
• La Scarpa – Upscale designer shoes; Daily, 10 a.m. – 11 p.m.
• Tesorini – Designer watches, jewelry, crystal and giftware; Daily, 10 a.m. – 11 p.m.
• d. Fine – Designer fashions & fine accessories for him; Daily, 10 a.m. – 11 p.m.
• Caprí – Designer sportswear, swimwear & accessories for her; Daily, 10 a.m. – 11 p.m.
• Tutto – Logo apparel, gift items, sundries, cosmetics and jewelry; Daily, 24 hours
• Cirque du Soleil Store – Cirque du Soleil apparel, videos and gift items; Monday & Tuesday, 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.; Wednesday – Sunday, 10 a.m. – 1 a.m.
• Salon Bellagio – Beauty and hair care products including Jurlique, Jamu and Bellagio’s private label; Daily, 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.
• Spa Bellagio – Body care products and apparel; Daily, 6 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Dining
Bellagio is the only hotel in the country with two AAA Five Diamond restaurants, Picasso and Le Cirque
• Picasso – French with Spanish influence; Dinner, Wednesday – Monday, 6 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.; Closed Tuesday
• Le Cirque – French; Dinner, Tuesday – Sunday, 5:30 p.m. – 10 p.m.; Closed Monday
• MICHAEL MINA Bellagio – Seafood; Dinner, Thursday – Tuesday, 5:30 p.m. – 10 p.m.; Closed Wednesday
• Yellowtail Japanese Restaurant & Lounge, Chef Akira Back – Modern Japanese; Dinner, daily, Sunday – Thursday, 5 p.m. – 11 p.m.; Friday & Saturday, 5 p.m. – midnight
• Prime – Steak and seafood; Dinner, daily, 5 p.m. – 10 p.m.
• Osteria del Circo – Italian; Dinner, daily, 5:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
• Todd English’s Olives – Mediterranean; Daily; Lunch, 11 a.m. – 2:45 p.m.;
Dinner, 5 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.; Bar menu, 3 p.m. – 5 p.m.
• FIX – Classic American fare; Dinner, daily, Sunday – Thursday, 5 p.m. – 11 p.m.;
Friday & Saturday, 5 p.m. – 1 a.m.
• Sensi – Italian, Asian, American and seafood specialties; Dinner, Monday – Thursday,
5 p.m. – 9:45 p.m.; Friday – Sunday, 5 p.m. – 10:15 p.m.; Bar, daily, 3 p.m. – 5 p.m.
• Jasmine – Chinese; Dinner, daily, 5:30 p.m. – 10 p.m.
• Fountains Brunch at Jasmine – Luxurious Sunday brunch experience featuring traditional and gourmet cuisine in an elegant, romantic setting; Sunday, 11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
• Noodles – Asian; Lunch and Dinner, daily, 11 a.m. – 2 a.m.; Dim Sum, Friday – Sunday, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
• Jean Philippe Pâtisserie – Sweet and savory items including chocolates, cookies, cakes, crepes, salads, sandwiches and more; Daily, Monday – Thursday, 7 a.m. – 11 p.m.;
Friday, Saturday & Sunday, 7 a.m. – midnight
• Café Bellagio – American; Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner; Daily, 24 hours
• Café Gelato – Italian ice cream, frozen yogurt and sandwiches; Daily, Sunday – Thursday,
7 a.m. – 11 p.m.; Friday & Saturday, 7 a.m. – midnight
• Palio – Pastries, assorted coffees and teas; Sunday – Thursday, 6 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Friday & Saturday, 6 a.m. – 10 p.m.
• Palio Pronto – Pastries, coffees, gelato and sandwiches; Daily, 10 a.m. – midnight
• Pool Café – American; Daily (seasonal); Breakfast, 9 a.m. – 11 a.m.; Lunch, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
• Snacks – Sandwiches and snack food; Daily, Monday – Wednesday, 9 a.m. – 11 p.m.;
Thursday, 9 a.m. – midnight; Friday – Sunday, 9 a.m. – 1 a.m.
• The Buffet at Bellagio – Daily; Breakfast, Monday – Friday, 7 a.m. – 11 a.m.; Lunch,
Monday – Friday, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.; Dinner, Sunday – Thursday, 4 p.m. – 10 p.m.; Gourmet Dinner, Friday & Saturday, 4 p.m. – 10 p.m.; Champagne or Classic Brunch, Saturday & Sunday, 7 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Restaurant Reservations: (702) 693-7223; Reservations for Le Cirque (702) 693-8100

Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art
• Home to museum-caliber exhibitions carefully selected from prestigious international collections
• Dedicated to providing a cultural destination for visitors of all backgrounds and interests
• Gallery hours: Daily, 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.; Last admission sold 30 minutes prior to closing
• Tickets: $15 for general admission, $12 for Nevada residents and seniors 65 and older, $10 for students, teachers and military with valid ID, children 12 and younger are free
 Tickets can be purchased by calling (702) 693-7871 or (877) 957-9777, or online at www.bellagio.com/bgfa
 Admission includes audio wand and docent tour
o Docent tours available daily at 2 p.m., pricing varies; limited to first 25 attendees
• Membership programs provide unlimited access, no-line entry and members-only previews
 Memberships: $50 for Individual, $75 for Couple, $100 for Family, and $35 for Student, Teacher and Senior
• Modern Council, a fine art affinity program for budding collectors, offers exciting behind-the-scenes opportunities
 Membership provides access to artist lectures and meet-and-greets, private art tours, exclusive parties and art field trips
 Modern Council membership: $250 for Individual, $400 for Dual
• All memberships may be purchased at the Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art Box Office

The Art of Richard MacDonald presented by Cirque du Soleil
Publicity contact: Molly Ancell, Cirque du Soleil
Phone (702) 352-0226; Fax (702) 995-0295
• Exclusive art galleries featuring bronze sculptures, serigraphs and lithographs which capture and immortalize the grace, strength, joy and discipline of dancers and acrobats
• Located in the “O” Theatre lobby
• Price range for artwork: $600 – $500,000
• “O” Theatre lobby hours; Monday & Tuesday, 10 a.m. – 11 p.m.; Wednesday – Sunday, 10 a.m. – 1 a.m.

Jeff Mitchum Gallery
Phone (702) 693-4700
• An eclectic collection of the fine art photographer’s most treasured images taken during his travels around the world. Nine of the limited-edition prints on display come from Mitchum’s “Israel Collection,” showcasing the stunning natural beauty of Israel’s dramatic landscapes, which he shot over a 24-year period.
• Located in the pool promenade and adjacent to Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art
• Hours: Daily, 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Nightclubs, Lounges and Bars (Ages 21 and older)
• Hyde Bellagio – Overlooking the iconic Fountains of Bellagio, Hyde Bellagio marks the first-ever nightlife experience in Las Vegas from sbe, an industry-leading hospitality, real estate development and lifestyle company. This 12,000-square-foot, indoor/outdoor venue introduces an exclusive early-evening experience highlighted by an award-winning mixology program and a menu of gourmet small plates from Circo. The venue later evolves into Las Vegas’ hottest nightlife destination, with 40 VIP tables, a diverse rotation of DJs and live performances; Nightly, 5 p.m. to 11 p.m.; Friday & Saturday, 11 p.m. to 4 a.m.
• The Bank – The Light Group, which redefined the Las Vegas nightlife landscape, presents this revolutionary nightlife concept. Rich with textures and carefully thought-out elements, the 8,000-square-foot-space makes The Bank the most sought-after club in Las Vegas; Thursday – Sunday, 10:30 p.m. – 4 a.m.; Closed Monday – Wednesday
• Lily Bar & Lounge –Lily Bar & Lounge is the Las Vegas Strip’s newest ultra-lounge. This 3,393 square-foot retreat features panoramic views of the casino floor, infusing a calm, cool ambiance with aspects of a high-energy club.
• Petrossian Lounge – Daily, 24 hours; Afternoon tea served daily (under 21 permitted),
2 p.m. – 5 p.m.; Caviar served Sunday – Thursday, noon – midnight; Friday & Saturday, noon – 1 a.m.; Pianist, 10 a.m. – 12:45 a.m.
• Allegro Bar – Outside the Caramel Bar & Lounge; Daily, 24 hours
• Baccarat Bar – Daily, 24 hours; Pianist and cello duo, 4:15 p.m. – 1 a.m.
• The Starting Gate – Overlooks Poker Room and Race & Sports Book; Daily, 24 hours
• Pool Bar – Located on pool promenade; Daily, 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. (seasonal)

Spa Bellagio
• The overall design of the luxurious 55,000-square-foot Spa Bellagio is Zen-influenced, balancing natural elements of earth, water, fire and wind
• An international menu features treatments from Egypt, Indonesia, Thailand, India and Bali as well as Native American traditions
• The spa’s 56 treatment rooms include 12 skin care rooms with private showers, four Ashiatsu and two Thai massage rooms, two Vichy rooms, two Hydrotherapy rooms, a Watsu room and four couple’s rooms
• A serene Meditation Room, surrounded by water walls and glowing candles, offers an ideal place to read, meditate or simply relax
• Men’s spa area features a “shy guy” treatment room and an outdoor relaxation balcony overlooking the pool

Salon Bellagio
• 18 stylist stations
• Unique features include a Barber Room with straight razor shaves, a waxing and facial room, a private mani/pedi room, two private couple’s mani/pedi rooms and a pamper party area ideal for bridal and bachelorette groups
• Services include airbrush makeup, hair extensions, microdermabrasion foot treatment and a Lushly Italian manicure

Fitness Center
• The 6,000-square-foot Fitness Center overlooks the pool and Mediterranean gardens
• Features include a separate check-in, locker area, treadmills, bikes, elliptical trainers, Pilates equipment and flat-screen televisions located within a wall of mirrors
• The Bamboo Studio, a 1,000-square-foot exercise room complete with bamboo flooring, hosts classes from Pilates and Body Blast to Yoga and Boxing

Shadow Creek
• One of the nation’s most exclusive and top-rated golf courses
• For guests of MGM Resorts International properties in Las Vegas (Bellagio, ARIA, Vdara Hotel & Spa, MGM Grand, The Signature at MGM Grand, Mandalay Bay, THEhotel at Mandalay Bay, The Mirage, Monte Carlo, New York-New York, Luxor, Excalibur and Circus Circus) as well as for guests of Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas
• $500 greens fee includes limousine transportation to and from the golf course, a caddy and golf cart
• Home of the annual Michael Jordan Celebrity Invitational, one of celebrity golf’s most popular events, attracting such names as Drew Brees, Roger Clemens, Jamie Foxx, Wayne Gretzky, Toby Keith and many more

MGM Resorts Events
• Assists guests in planning special functions that require an imaginative touch
• All services, including computer and technical support, scenic design, prop fabrication, graphic arts, floral fashions, carpentry and metal sculpture are created internally to fulfill the individual client’s needs
• Events can be arranged at any of the MGM Resorts International properties in Las Vegas

Hotel Awards
First Las Vegas hotel casino in AAA history to receive Five Diamond honor

2002-2012 AAA Five Diamond Award for 11 consecutive years, first Las Vegas resort to reach this milestone

2004-2012 Only hotel in the country, for nine consecutive years, with two AAA Five Diamond restaurants

2010 Green Key Eco-Rating Program – 4 Keys (scale of 1 to 5 Keys, 5 Keys is highest designation) – the foremost “green” ranking, certification and audit program in North America evaluating sustainable hotel operations

2004-2011 Condé Nast Traveler – “Readers’ Choice – Gold List – One of World’s Best Places to Stay”

2004-2011 Travel + Leisure – “One of the 500 Greatest Hotels and Resorts in the World”

2008 The Sunday Times Travel Magazine (UK) – “Reader Awards – #1 Best Worldwide Hotel”

Restaurant Awards
Picasso 2002-2012 AAA Five Diamond Award, 2008-2009 Michelin two stars

Le Cirque 2004-2012 AAA Five Diamond Award, 2008-2009 Michelin one star

MICHAEL MINA 2008-2009 Michelin one star

2011 AAA Four Diamond Award Winners: MICHAEL MINA Bellagio, Prime, Sensi, Jasmine

Spa Awards
Spa Bellagio 2004-2010 Mobil Four-Star Award, 2011-2012 Forbes Four-Star Award

Management
• MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) is one of the world's leading global hospitality companies, operating a peerless portfolio of destination resort brands, including Bellagio, MGM Grand, Mandalay Bay and The Mirage. The Company has significant holdings in gaming, hospitality and entertainment, owns and operates 15 properties located in Nevada, Mississippi and Michigan, and has 50% investments in four other properties in Nevada, Illinois and Macau. One of those investments is CityCenter, an unprecedented urban resort destination on the Las Vegas Strip featuring its centerpiece ARIA Resort & Casino. Leveraging MGM Resorts’ unmatched amenities, the M life loyalty program delivers one-of-a-kind experiences, insider privileges and personalized rewards for guests at the Company’s renowned properties nationwide. Through its hospitality management subsidiary, the Company holds a growing number of development and management agreements for casino and non-casino resort projects around the world. MGM Resorts International supports responsible gaming and has implemented the American Gaming Association's Code of Conduct for Responsible Gaming at its gaming properties. The Company has been honored with numerous awards and recognitions for its industry-leading Diversity Initiative, its community philanthropy programs and the Company's commitment to sustainable development and operations. For more information about MGM Resorts International, visit the Company's Web site at www.mgmresorts.com.

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Contact:
Stacy Hamilton
Public Relations
(702) 891-1805

Las Vegas - Tuesday, February 07, 2012

A WALK THROUGH BELLAGIO

Foreword
Bellagio is about things that are good for the soul – fine dining, gardens, flowers, art and fashion. The goal, from the outset, was to create a hotel that would exemplify absolute quality while emphasizing romance and elegance – romance in the literary sense – a place of ideal beauty and comfort; the world everyone hopes for, as it might be if everything were just right.

A dreamy notion, to say the least, but a notion compelled by today's extremely competitive world leisure market. People just expect more these days. The old concepts of resort attractions are just that, old.

In order to become synonymous with beauty and elegance, Bellagio addressed its guests' higher sensibilities. Bellagio had to be distinctive enough to surpass the expectations of discerning individuals not easily fooled by advertising or hype. In a cynical world, creating a place of special elegance, quality and distinction is a difficult feat.

There are few places in the world so exceptional they don't require superlatives. Such places are best described with the simplest of words. Bellagio is such a place.

Architecture
Well-built hotels in Las Vegas have prospered in good times and in bad. The question was how to advance to the next level? Gaming as a unique or special kind of attraction to support tourism is a historical fact, but not a current dynamic. The hotels on The Strip are among the most exciting, dynamic and expensive structures on earth.

Still, Las Vegas lacked another dimension – exquisite and sophisticated elegance and beauty.

Bellagio is aimed, both in scope and presentation, to impress everyone, both the well traveled and the not so well traveled, without being pretentious. The most difficult task of all was keeping Bellagio from looking like the Victoria and Albert Museum or an old mansion with lots of gilt and fretwork.

The challenge became building a place so preemptive, so overwhelmingly attractive, that it would draw people who had not visited Las Vegas before – people who are not impressed with just gaming. Put another way, the challenge was making Las Vegas a successful competitor to London, Rome or Paris.

So began the long, difficult evolutionary process of developing an idea that, when turned into an enterprise, would fire the imaginations of the public, regardless of language, economic or ethnic background.

Bellagio captures the romantic symbolism and classical imagery of Italian architecture. It represents the softer side of the human soul.

Arrival
Guests realize that Bellagio is distinctive as soon as they arrive. Along the entire street in front of Bellagio is a tree-lined boulevard – so much so that it hides parts of the hotel including its own marquee -- historical heresy in Las Vegas.

With its Tuscan-inspired architecture along an eight-and-a-half-acre lake, Bellagio stands out as something completely out of character with what people know or expect in Las Vegas.

The initial impression of Bellagio begins as visitors approach the hotel along the water’s edge traveling up its winding driveway. The drive rises some two or three stories and then curves into the beautiful glass and metal porte cochère.

Bellagio’s best elements are not revealed right away. People are taken on a journey. They are put off balance. They are surprised. Bellagio exceeds their expectations, even when they expect a lot. After all, this is Las Vegas. The vision was a fanciful environment without extreme formality. Bellagio is a study in informal elegance.

The Fountains of Bellagio
Throughout the world, great public spaces have been accented with wonderful fountains. When thinking of the many romantic places in Paris or Rome, London or Madrid, fountains immediately come to mind. The Fountains of Bellagio express the romantic spirit of the resort.

The result of collaboration with WET, a visionary design firm which uses water to create multi-sensory experiences, is one of the most ambitious features ever conceived in terms of choreographic complexity and scale. More than a thousand fountains dance in front of the hotel, enhanced by music and light. The display spans more than 1,000 feet with water soaring as high as 460 feet into the air.

A wide range of musical works was selected for the fountain’s shows, from classical and operatic pieces to popular music and songs from Broadway. Designers, musicians and performance artists were invited to choreograph the fountains to these differing musical selections. The result is a rich, dynamic collection of performances in water, each uniquely expressive in its interpretation. The performances range from delicate and whimsical to grand and commanding.

The Front Lobby
The lobby is, in a word, grand, both in scale and in design. Above the 18-foot ceiling is a coffer filled with the most extraordinary glass sculpture, a chandelier called Fiori di Como, by glass sculptor Dale Chihuly, whose work has been exhibited in every major museum in the world. The flower petals, in every rich and vibrant color, hang in an explosive three-dimensional glass sculpture lit from behind.

Guests are treated immediately to this sensory use of color and natural shapes. By this time, having traveled up the driveway, having experienced the garden adjacent to the porte cochere and having witnessed the lobby, Bellagio has begun to establish its unmistakable personality. It is clearly a place unlike any that people have seen before. It is show business in a way. Bellagio aims to dazzle arriving guests by making the most powerful initial impression possible.

The traditional front desk has been abandoned. At Bellagio, the front desk is bordered by a thriving garden filled with trees, plants, flowers and fountains. Just beyond that garden – 40 or 50 feet away – is the front of a building resembling an Italian villa, two stories tall. When employees check a reservation or go to the office, they walk through the gardens, through a door, into the villa, which is actually an office behind the scenes.

Discerning visitors are invited to indulge in the luxurious Executive Suite Lounge which offers a private registration and concierge experience, included with the reservation of a suite. Before they even arrive, guests enjoy the personalized attention of a concierge who reaches out with a warm message of welcome and assistance within 24 hours of a secured reservation. Guests can leave the planning of dining, entertainment, spa, salon, golfing and transportation arrangements to this highly skilled team. Upon arrival, the VIP experience continues with complimentary airport limousine and curbside greeting. Within the Lounge, delectable refreshments are available to sate the travel-weary while a rich décor envelopes guests in the warmth of hand-stitched leather walls paired with golden wood accents. Striking views of the resort’s lush botanical front desk garden set the stage for the beauty about to be discovered.

Throughout Bellagio, living plants, flowers and gardens have been integrated into the surroundings to soothe the soul and make a wonderful impression. Utilizing the quiet elegance of flowers and gardens is not the kind of sensual stimulation that one would consider mainstream Las Vegas technique. It's more subtle. It's far more profound. Who doesn't enjoy the tranquility or beauty of a lush, colorful, artfully designed garden?

Combining this natural sensuality with the high energy of a Las Vegas resort creates a counterpoint or tension. Transfixing or compelling environmental experiences cannot occur without conflict. The conflict happens when what people expect and what they see don't match. It's not enough just to surprise people, to be discordant. It isn’t enough just to be different. That moment of conflict has to be exceptional.

Conservatory & Botanical Gardens
Across the lobby from the front desk is an opening through which a glass ceiling rises up 50 feet. This is the beautiful Conservatory. The ceiling framework and beams are the sculpted green metal of oxidized copper, called verde, set in floral patterns.
The entire personality of Bellagio, including the Conservatory & Botanical Gardens, changes with each of the four seasons and Chinese New Year with different trees, different flowers and an entirely different theatrical presentation.

Renowned lighting designer David Hersey oversaw the lighting of Bellagio’s exterior and its Botanical Gardens. David has won numerous Tony Awards for productions such as Cats, Evita, Starlight Express, Les Misérables and Miss Saigon.

Specialized light fixtures were designed for Bellagio allowing for every flower to be specially lit. Each time the set up is changed, the Conservatory has theatrical control over every spot in the area.

A horticulture staff of 120 maintains the Botanical Gardens and the entire grounds of Bellagio. The staff has the ability to achieve seasonal designs by selecting flowers that complement the trees, gazebos, bridges and ponds and can add or remove water features to enhance the seasonal effect.

Chinese New Year features a distinctive pagoda, an 18-foot God of Wealth and a Feng Shui design. Spring brings butterflies and blossoms, while the summer offers flora equally as fragrant. Orange and yellow, brown and gold are used to match the fall foliage. Following Thanksgiving weekend, the gardens are transformed for the holiday season with a winter display of extraordinary beauty.

The wonderful fragrances and magnificent colors of this ever-changing natural display take over the entire arrival experience making the Conservatory the single most significant component of Bellagio’s design and fulfilling the promise of creating the most extraordinary hotel in the world.

The Conservatory & Botanical Gardens’ pathways lead to Café Bellagio, the 24-hour dining room; MICHAEL MINA Bellagio, a wonderful gourmet seafood restaurant; the Chihuly Gallery, featuring the work of Seattle artist Dale Chihuly; Giardini, a shop displaying garden-oriented gifts, fountains and decorative items for the home; Spa & Salon Bellagio; Jean Philippe Pâtisserie, the first truly European-style pastry shop in Las Vegas; and Via Fiore (“flower way”), the promenade leading to the Spa Tower.

These amenities were placed in the front, rather than the gaming, so that guests coming and going through this space will be treated to the soothing and exciting dance of color that is only available in nature.

Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art
Las Vegas' premier exhibition venue, the Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art presents exhibitions of paintings, sculptures and works on paper by the world's most influential artists. These museum-caliber exhibitions offer visitors a rare opportunity to view legendary works of art carefully selected from prestigious international collections. The Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art is a cultural destination in which visitors of all backgrounds and interests can experience exceptional art in an unrivaled setting.

Unique, exhibition-related products, including a selection of books, stationery, note cards, desk accessories, prints, umbrellas and totes, can be found adjacent to the Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art. The gallery is available for special events such as private viewings and receptions.

The Art of Richard MacDonald presented by Cirque du Soleil
Carrying the beauty of the natural world through the resort, the “O” Theatre lobby is transformed into exclusive fine art gallery showcasing the infinite beauty of the human form as captured by the works of master sculptor Richard MacDonald.

Immortalizing the grace, strength, joy and discipline of dancers and acrobats, MacDonald’s bronze sculptures, serigraphs and lithographs enchant Bellagio guests in these galleries, born of the relationship between the founder of Cirque du Soleil, Guy Laliberté, and Richard MacDonald.

The Production of "O" by Cirque du Soleil
Bellagio started out as an extraordinarily ambitious project. But ultimately, for the resort to keep its promise, the entertainment had to be as spectacular as Bellagio itself. It had to produce an entertainment experience that people would talk about in Singapore, Rome, Hong Kong, London, New York and Buenos Aires.

Bellagio had the performance, the money and the ingenuity to create a theatre and a stage with every kind of technology.

With a great piece of entertainment in this one-of-a-kind theatre, the audience is taken to a place they’ve never been before. It is a journey that’s not about thrill rides or motion simulators or virtual reality. It’s about something far more powerful and deep. It’s about the movement of the spirit and soul. It’s about imagination.

Bellagio turned to colleagues from Montreal, the world-renowned Cirque du Soleil. Just as with the hotel, it wouldn’t be enough to simply put a new costume on a previous concept. Inspired by the idea of infinity and the elegance of water’s pure form, “O” pays tribute to the beauty of the theatre – from the simplest street performance to the most lavish of operas – where anything is possible and where the drama of life plays itself out before our very eyes. An international cast of world-class acrobats, synchronized swimmers and divers perform in, on and above water in this breathtaking production.

The Pool and Courtyards
Divided into five distinctive pool courtyard settings, Bellagio's pool area captures the romance of the Old World in the classical setting of a Mediterranean villa.

Relaxing pools, soothing spas, a seasonal garden vista café and private cabanas are accented by artfully formed citrus and parterre gardens.

The formal use of plantings along with groupings of Italian cypresses, olive trees and climbing vines appointed with large unique Mediterranean urns define the gardens' unique characteristics. For added distinction, several pools are enhanced by hand-carved Italianesque stone fountains in their centers.

The five pools and surrounding courtyards were planned with an emphasis on elegance and convenience. The setting is easily viewed from Café Bellagio and the elegant MICHAEL MINA Bellagio restaurant, charming al fresco terraces off private meeting rooms, Spa Bellagio’s Fitness Center and the Via Fiore promenade.
Symmetrically elegant parterre gardens banded by hedges complement the artistically tiled pools that are reminiscent of the Mediterranean designs evident elsewhere at Bellagio.
For complete relaxation, poolside massage treatments are available in private cabanas.


The Restaurants of Bellagio
In order to fulfill its goals, Bellagio’s restaurants had to run the gamut from gourmet Five Diamond dining to easy informal meals. Food lovers no longer have to go to Paris or New York for the best culinary experiences. Several of the finest restaurateurs were invited to bring their chefs and managers along with their invaluable expertise to be a part of Bellagio.

Bellagio features two AAA Five Diamond restaurants (Picasso and Le Cirque), a Michelin two star restaurant (Picasso), two Michelin one star restaurants (Le Cirque and MICHAEL MINA Bellagio), and a James Beard award-winning restaurant (Picasso). Bellagio also is home to four James Beard award-winning chefs – Jean-Georges Vongerichten, Todd English, Michael Mina and Nevada’s first James Beard award recipient, Julian Serrano. Never before has such an exceptional collection of chefs and restaurants been assembled under one roof.

When looking at the finest dining establishments in America, the number one restaurant in New York City is Le Cirque owned by the Maccioni family whose patriarch is Sirio Maccioni. Sirio, his sons and his wife agreed to join Bellagio. Once the Maccioni family joined in, the restaurant community knew Bellagio was serious.

One of the finest restaurants in Boston is Todd English’s Olives, the talk of San Francisco is Michael Mina, and the versatile Jean-Georges Vongerichten is internationally known for his work in New York, London and Hong Kong. They all were invited to Bellagio and accepted.

With the approval of his family, one of Bellagio’s premier restaurants was named for the greatest painter of the twentieth century, Pablo Picasso. It had to be a completely unique experience, reflective of his preeminence.

Taking its inspiration from the villages of the Mediterranean, Picasso is a rough-hewn restaurant with a beam and brick ceiling and gesso-covered burlap walls. Some of the great master’s colorful and delightful paintings, as well as his ceramics, tiles and sculptures are incorporated into the restaurant’s décor.

Claude Picasso, the son of Pablo, designed the carpet and the furniture for the restaurant. This environment is the perfect setting to enhance the experience of renowned chef Julian Serrano’s magnificent Mediterranean food.

At Picasso, guests dine indoors surrounded by works of Pablo Picasso or enjoy a cocktail on the outdoor patio along the water’s edge. There is no other place in the world where people can do that unless they go to the Picasso museum in Paris with a box lunch and sit down on the floor. And the security guards might object. Besides, there are no windows in the Picasso museum.

After dazzling Las Vegas with several of the most popular nightlife venues in town, The Light Group opened FIX at Bellagio, an intimate and beautifully designed restaurant inviting guests to experience an approachable, high-quality menu with professional, detailed service in a fun, energetic environment. Whether guests are interested in a pre-show dinner or a lively late-night dining experience, FIX is an ideal destination.

Las Vegas’ premier restaurant and nightlife organization also added a modern Japanese dining experience to its impressive portfolio with Yellowtail Japanese Restaurant & Lounge, Chef Akira Back. With an extensive Japanese menu of fresh, ingredient-driven cuisine for both the sushi novice and connoisseur, Yellowtail offers small plate culinary creations in a sumptuous and highly stylized surrounding.

Sensi invites guests on a sensual journey through an innovative approach to dining drama. The menu based on four complementary cuisines – Italian, Asian, American and seafood specialties – is prepared simply and focused with pure, balanced flavors. To complement Sensi’s straightforward approach, Japanese design firm Super Potato crafted a unique, interactive ‘stage’ setup through minimalist, earthy décor. Together they created culinary theater destined to satisfy the personal inclinations of every guest.

The finest pastry chef in the world, Jean-Philippe Maury, also was sought out for Bellagio’s culinary team. With the opulence and reverent air of a lavish jewelry salon, Jean Philippe Pâtisserie is the first truly European-style pastry shop in Las Vegas. The shop also features the largest chocolate fountain in the world. This one-of-a-kind, 27-foot chocolate fountain circulates nearly two tons of dark, milk and white melted chocolate. Jean Philippe Pâtisserie whets the imagination as much as the appetite with an incredible selection of sweet and savory items including chocolates, cookies, cakes, crepes, salads, sandwiches and more.

For those craving a luxurious Sunday brunch experience, Fountains Brunch at Jasmine is the perfect choice. A special addition to Bellagio’s culinary offerings, this Sunday brunch serves a wide variety of traditional and gourmet cuisine within an elegant and romantic setting. A Lakeside Shellfish Bar, Tableside Bakery Trio, Build-Your-Own Omelets and a range of hot and cold dishes are sure to satiate every taste bud. At the heart of this special brunch are sweeping views of Bellagio’s lake and world-renowned fountains. The fountains perform every 15 minutes during the brunch assuring that all who dine have a feast for their eyes as well as their palates.

Shopping at Bellagio
Bellagio is like a symphony. It has movements. The secret to a great symphony is the texture, the variety, the depth of the movements of which it is made. Each of the movements has its own personality and wonderful moments within the framework of the symphony. But even though there are differences in those movements, what makes it a symphony is that all of them are part of the same score. Retail shopping is part of Bellagio’s symphonic production.
Via Bellagio, a unique collection of upscale boutiques and shops, combines the timeless with the avant-garde, the simple with the extravagant. A stroll along Via Bellagio allows guests to browse through exquisite collections at Giorgio Armani, Prada, Louis Vuitton, Chanel, Gucci, Dior, Fendi, Tiffany & Co., Bottega Veneta, Breguet and the rare and extraordinary jewelry of Fred Leighton.

The collections of Hermés and OMEGA, superb jewelry, designer shoes and glasses, gifts, works of art, elegant evening fashions and fine sportswear complete the Bellagio shopping experience and are available in the shops throughout Bellagio.

Nightclubs, Lounges and Bars
While Las Vegas has a long and colorful history of nightlife entertainment, Bellagio’s vision was to define a new era. Bellagio strives to offer a wide range of sensorial approaches to each venue, from fast-paced excitement to elegant relaxation.

Hyde Bellagio – Marking the first-ever nightlife experience in Las Vegas from sbe, Hyde Bellagio is reminiscent of an opulent Italian villa, lost centuries ago. The space was said to have been the property of a famed Renaissance artist, best known for tailoring seductive grand festival masks. With an eclectic and refined taste, the artist fashioned his surroundings with worldly treasures, complemented by Italian marbles, reclaimed woods, lavish chandeliers, and towering glass doors that led to a secluded Tuscan garden. Designed by globally acclaimed icon Philippe Starck, Hyde Bellagio features an expansive terrace that overlooks Las Vegas’ most-celebrated landmark, the Fountains of Bellagio. The spectacular 12,000-square-foot indoor/outdoor venue introduces an exclusive early-evening experience, highlighted by an award-winning mixology program and a menu of gourmet small plates from Circo. Long after the sun sets, Hyde Bellagio evolves into Las Vegas' hottest nightlife destination with 40 VIP tables, a diverse rotation of DJs and live performances.

The Bank – Offering unrivaled service in a one-of-a-kind atmosphere, The Bank caters to a discerning audience with higher sensibilities. Guests are greeted by a grand foyer adorned with bottles of Cristal stacked floor to ceiling on each wall. The entrance into the nightclub's main room presents a dramatic aerial perspective. Elegant VIP booths layer the dance floor in an impressive, multi-tiered environment. The dance floor, set at the lowest tier, is bordered by a reflective etched-glass railing creating a brilliant focal point in the center of the room while custom crystal-beaded chandeliers hanging throughout the main room reflect an intense kaleidoscope of colors. Vivid, custom-designed ambient and mood lighting on the ceiling creates an ultra-sensory experience. Attention to detail abounds where combinations of rich textures and carefully thought-out elements create a harmoniously paired aesthetic. A resplendent palette of colors complements The Bank’s intricate details creating a luxurious yet contemporary vibe. The exquisitely chic and stunning 8,000–square-foot space makes The Bank the most sought-after club experience in Las Vegas. Simply stated, The Bank is cosmopolitan, exclusive and one of Las Vegas’ most desirable party spots.

Lily Bar & Lounge is the Las Vegas Strip’s newest ultra-lounge. This 3,393 square-foot retreat features panoramic views of the casino floor, infusing a calm, cool ambiance with aspects of a high-energy club.

Petrossian Bar – Petrossian Bar was designed to become the ultimate meeting place. Here, guests may choose from an array of offerings from afternoon tea to the finest champagnes, Petrossian caviar and smoked salmon. Its lavish décor transports guests to another era marked by fantasy and indulgence.

The Casino
Custom-draped canopies and coffered ceilings add dramatic touches to Bellagio’s casino, which features a variety of table games, video poker and slots.

Club Privé, the high-limit lounge and gaming area designed by Adam Tihany, provides a secluded space with a contemporary feel. The lounge, accented with elements evocative of the opulent art deco period, has an elevated floor that enhances the exclusive nature of the room. Interlinking metal, dark wood, glass and silver-leafed screen partitions create a semi-enclosed area where players may enjoy a private atmosphere while still being part of the casino action. The understated lighting achieved by Venetian glass panels and chandeliers completes the unique experience.

The expanded poker room, world-renowned amongst poker professionals and fans, creates a modern venue worthy of today's popular sport. Guests are greeted with elegance and style from the Murano hand-blown glass chandelier hanging overhead to the intricate marble flooring paving the entryway. Throughout the room hangs artwork depicting the excitement of past Bellagio tournaments and previous World Poker Tour events.

The 7,000-square-foot poker room features 40 tables of non-stop action as well as ‘Bobby’s Room,’ the two-table, high-limit room named in honor of 1978 World Series of Poker Champion and MGM Resorts International executive Bobby Baldwin. In addition to ‘Bobby’s Room,’ a five-table, high-limit area sits in an elevated section of the poker room.


M life
M life, MGM Resorts International’s unifying new rewards program, provides members with exclusive access, benefits, rewards, and once-in-a-lifetime experiences at the incomparable collection of world-renowned resort destinations. Serving as the overarching consumer rewards brand for MGM Resorts’ properties in Las Vegas, Mississippi and Detroit, M life delivers experiential rewards leveraging a collection of amenities no other resort group can offer. The 15 participating MGM Resorts’ properties are Bellagio, ARIA, Vdara, MGM Grand, The Signature at MGM Grand, Mandalay Bay, THEhotel at Mandalay Bay, The Mirage, Monte Carlo, New York-New York, Luxor, and Excalibur in Las Vegas; Beau Rivage and Gold Strike in Mississippi and MGM Grand Detroit. M life's key features include new Tier Levels (Sapphire, Pearl, Gold and Platinum) based on play; Tier Benefits such as special hotel offers, pre-sale access to entertainment tickets, members-only events, priority reservations, and upgrades; and Express Comps™, the fastest and most convenient way for players to comp themselves at any M life resort for their hotel stay, at food and beverage outlets or entertainment venues. M life offers other dynamic features such as mlife.com – an easy-to-use, personalized website to track points, benefits and exclusive offers; and POINTPlay®, which players can redeem for FREEPLAY® right at their favorite slot machines. Through M life, member’s play is recognized as a single account at all M life resorts, making it easy to stay, play and win wherever and whenever a member likes. In addition, partnerships enhance M life member benefits, access and provide added value beyond MGM Resorts’ properties. For more information, visit mlife.com.

Spa & Salon Bellagio
An international array of innovative treatments and specially trained therapists provide the ultimate indulgent experience at Spa & Salon Bellagio.

The Spa’s menu incorporates a fusion of treatments discovered around the world and perfected at the resort. Distinct services include Watsu, Thai Yoga Massage, Indian Head Massage, Ashiatsu Massage and Shiatsu Massage, performed with the feet. A beautiful and serene Meditation Room, surrounded by water walls and glowing candles, offers an ideal place to read, meditate or simply relax.

Featuring 18 stations, the Salon also offers a Barber Room with straight razor shaves using steamed towels and Art of Shaving products; a waxing and facial room; a Private Mani/Pedi Room for guests who like that extra special treatment; two Couple’s Mani/Pedi Rooms, and an area designed with groups in mind for those desiring a “pamper party.”

For guests focused on maintaining their fitness regime when traveling, Spa Bellagio makes it easy with the 6,000-square-foot Fitness Center overlooking the pool and Mediterranean-style gardens. The Bamboo Studio, a 1,000-square-foot exercise room complete with bamboo flooring, is designed for classes ranging from Pilates and Body Blast to Yoga and Boxing.

Guest Rooms and Suites
Bellagio’s rooms and suites feature sweeping vistas of the resort's lake, surrounding mountains and Las Vegas skyline. From the moment guests enter their accommodations, they feel wrapped in comfort and luxury.

Each room is elegantly appointed with custom contemporary-style furnishings, fine art and conveniences such as high-speed Internet access, multiple telephone lines and a convenient
mini bar. Special attention also was paid to the guestroom bath, as bathroom amenities truly enhance a vacation. Italian marble floors and surfaces along with plush robes and soaking tubs were incorporated into the design.

The first Las Vegas casino hotel in AAA history to earn Five Diamond status, Bellagio again raised the bar for excellence with a recent $60 million suite redesign. Located in the Bellagio Tower, the dramatic new look of seven suite types – Salone, Bellagio, Cypress, Tower, Penthouse, Lakeview and Grand Lakeview – combines high styling with high-tech amenities.

Soothing hues of beige and espresso are accented with vivid color from deep reds to vibrant ambers, while indulgent in-suite amenities range from iHome clock radios and DVD players to fax machines and flat-screen, high-definition televisions. Pairing modern conveniences with the warmth of home, Bellagio’s stunning suite redesign exemplifies the beauty, elegance and luxury for which the resort is known.

Business and Convention Travel
With 200,000 square feet of flexible meeting space, attending a convention or business function at Bellagio is just as elegant and comfortable as the experience of those traveling on vacation. Meeting planners who choose the AAA Five Diamond Bellagio for their function benefit from an unrivaled standard of service and amenities.

Elegant yet highly functional meeting rooms, ranging from 1,000 to more than 45,000 square feet, provide the perfect canvas for intimate gatherings or convention groups of more than 5,500.

Tuscany Kitchen, the first exhibition kitchen of its kind in Las Vegas, is designed with meeting and convention groups in mind. The 1,170-square-foot space is outfitted with top-of-the-line Viking equipment and state-of-the-art sound and audio and offers a variety of cooking demonstrations featuring Bellagio’s culinary talent. Demonstrations may be coupled with a reception, a formal dinner or a tasting of food, wine or spirits and can accommodate 15 to 60 guests, offering attendees a customized culinary experience.

In addition to group bookings, Tuscany Kitchen is home to Bellagio’s Epicurean Epicenter series, a collection of unique, interactive food and wine events incorporating the most highly regarded wineries with Bellagio’s internationally acclaimed culinary program.

Bellagio’s Convention Concierge program provides an additional level of support for meeting groups, above and beyond the resort’s acknowledged award-winning service. Acting as a liaison between the meeting planner and the convention service manager, as well as other departments within the resort, convention concierge are on the floor and visible at all times, readily available to assist with last-minute needs. The concierge make reservations for VIP clients, create signage, pick up keys, accommodate rooming changes, as well as assist with audio/visual needs, menu adjustments and any other requests that arise.

Bellagio also offers a personal touch – literally – for its convention clientele. Interactive reader boards, placed strategically throughout the resort’s meeting space, provide guests a convenient tool in navigating unfamiliar settings. Offering the ease of touch-screen capabilities, eight electronic monitors grant attendees immediate access to directional maps which pinpoint meeting space as well as registration desks, elevators, restrooms and other common destinations.

For occasions that require an imaginative touch, MGM Resorts Events – a fully integrated event-planning company – is available to assist with props, graphic design, invitations, floral fashions and entertainment.
In essence, catering to a meeting planner’s every need is an integral part of the Bellagio experience, delivering on its promise to provide unparalleled service and ensuring that business at Bellagio is anything but usual.

The Wedding Chapels and Terrazza di Sogno (Terrace of Dreams) at Bellagio
The Wedding Chapels and Terrazza di Sogno at Bellagio offer intimate settings for couples wishing to be married in an atmosphere of beauty and romance.
The two chapels provide couples with the most elegant of surroundings in which to share their wedding with family and friends. Both chapels are inspired by a timeless design with colorful stained glass windows that adorn the wall behind each altar. Ornate lamps and chandeliers of amethyst Venetian glass complement the gentle hues of cream, rose and peach along with distinct shades of brown found throughout the chapels.

Terrazza di Sogno, an Italian-style balcony with toasted marble flooring and walls tinted a warm golden patina, is available for couples wanting the ideal outdoor wedding. Couples overlook stunning views of a Tuscan landscape and a Mediterranean-blue lake with the Fountains of Bellagio soaring to the sky at the moment of the long-awaited first kiss.

A professional wedding coordinator is appointed to each couple and can assist them in making arrangements including dinner reservations, room reservations for the Bride and Groom and Spa & Salon Bellagio reservations. Vow renewals and commitment ceremonies also are offered.

Shadow Creek
Located in the midst of the Nevada desert on the outskirts of Las Vegas, Shadow Creek has achieved national recognition and the kind of startling mystique reserved for only a select number of golf courses. The course, perennially ranked among Golf Digest’s top 10 courses in the country, is known for its natural beauty, rolling terrain, glistening brooks and ponds, lush gardens and mature trees. Now it also is known as the home of the annual Michael Jordan Celebrity Invitational, one of celebrity golf’s most popular events, attracting such names as Drew Brees, Roger Clemens, Jamie Foxx, Wayne Gretzky, Toby Keith and many more.

Conclusion
Bellagio is about gardens, flowers, fine dining, fashion and extraordinary service. It is a place about music and things that are good for the soul. Bellagio is a pointed departure from all that preceded it in Las Vegas.

Dozens of wonderfully creative people have made cameo appearances. Guest designers who are famous in the world did sections - a restaurant here, a lounge there, a fountain show up front - to add a dimension to Bellagio’s personality.
The test of a wonderful place that can truly be called the greatest resort in the world is not the presence of gaming or the ability to make money. It is that people can go there and have
experiences that seem to happen just in the right time and place to suit their moods.
When people look back as they depart, they think, ‘it wasn’t like anything I’ve seen before…it was better than I expected… truly incredible…in every respect, lovely and just right.’

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- Tuesday, January 31, 2012

BELLAGIO GALLERY OF FINE ART PRESENTS “CLAUDE MONET: IMPRESSIONS OF LIGHT” OPENING FEB. 18

New Exhibition Showcases 28 Works from the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston

LAS VEGAS – Known for exhibitions that showcase exceptional art in an unrivaled setting, Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art (BGFA) presents “Claude Monet: Impressions of Light” opening Feb. 18, 2012.

Organized in partnership with the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston (MFA), this landmark exhibition will feature works that illustrate the height of Claude Monet’s engagement with color and light. BGFA will showcase 20 pieces by Monet, the founder of French Impressionist painting, accompanied by eight additional canvases by the master’s predecessors and contemporaries. All of these works are drawn from the MFA, which holds one of the largest collections of paintings by Claude Monet outside of Paris.

“Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art’s mission has always been to present exhibitions that engage and excite lovers of all genres of art, from classical to modern to contemporary,” said BGFA Director Tarissa Tiberti. “Exhibiting Monet and the French Impressionists provides historical background to some of the more contemporary shows we have presented over the last three years.”

Spanning four decades of Monet’s career and featuring many of the artist’s most celebrated and recognized paintings, “Claude Monet: Impressions of Light” will also highlight paintings by other masters of the genre including Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot, Camille Pissarro and Eugene Louis Boudin. It was from Monet’s collaboration with these painters, along with his solitary explorations of the French countryside, that his own signature style eventually emerged.

Malcolm Rogers, Ann and Graham Gund Director of the MFA said, “The MFA is pleased to share, once again, masterpieces from its renowned European collection with Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art, where visitors from around the world can enjoy them.” Rogers continued, “These great works by Monet are technically innovative and extravagantly beautiful, illustrating the artist’s revolutionary vision spanning the 19th through 20th centuries.”

“Claude Monet: Impressions of Light” will be on view Feb. 18, 2012 through Jan. 6, 2013. BGFA is open daily from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Last admissions are sold 30 minutes prior to closing.

Tickets are $15 for general admission; $12 for Nevada residents and seniors 65 and older; and $10 for students, teachers and military with valid ID. Children 12 and younger are free. Tickets and information are available by calling (702) 693-7871 or (877) 957-9777, or online at www.bellagio.com or www.ticketmaster.com. Audio tours are included in the price of admission and complimentary docent tours are available daily at 2 p.m.

About Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art
Located at the heart of the elegant Bellagio Resort & Casino, Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art is Las Vegas’ premier exhibition space – where great art goes on vacation. Since opening in 1998, the gallery has presented exhibitions of artworks and objects drawn from internationally acclaimed museums and private collections, including “Figuratively Speaking: A Survey of the Human Form,” “Classic Contemporary: Lichtenstein, Warhol and Friends,” “American Modernism,” “The Impressionist Landscape: From Corot to Van Gogh,” “Fabergé: Treasures from the Kremlin” and “Picasso Ceramics.”

About Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
The Museum of Fine Arts, Boston (MFA), is recognized for the quality and scope of its encyclopedic collection, which includes an estimated 450,000 objects spanning all cultures and time periods, most of which are online at www.mfa.org. The Museum’s collected works encompass Art of the Americas; Art of Europe; Contemporary Art; Art of Asia, Oceania and Africa; Art of the Ancient World; Prints, Drawings and Photographs; Textiles and Fashion Arts; and Musical Instruments. The Museum welcomes approximately one million visitors per year.

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- Monday, January 30, 2012

EXPERIENCE UNRIVALED CUISINE AND WINES DURING THE 2012 EPICUREAN EPICENTER SERIES AT BELLAGIO

LAS VEGAS (January 26, 2012) – Bellagio, recipient of 11 consecutive AAA Five Diamond Awards, is proud to present the 2012 schedule for its exclusive Epicurean Epicenter Series. Guests watch talented chefs prepare their masterpieces and moments later, savor the cuisine paired with wine from the world’s finest wines.

The first six months of the culinary series will explore the talent of renowned Bellagio chefs Julian Serrano, Edmund Wong and Royden Ellamar along with unparalleled wines from remarkable wineries including Siduri, Pisoni, ROAR, Colgin Cellars and Patz & Hall. The remaining events will be released at a later date.

“Bellagio continues to be the culinary leader in Las Vegas,” said Ana Marie Mormando, vice president of food & beverage at Bellagio. “We develop incredible events that showcase the talent of Bellagio’s chefs, in addition to finding wine labels that are among the best in the world. This perfect pairing, along with the passion and commitment to excellence from our culinary team, provides a benchmark for continued success with The Epicurean Epicenter Series.”

Master Sommelier and Director of Wine at Bellagio Jason Smith said, “As part of the Bellagio culture, we deliver extraordinary wines from many of the world’s most sought after winemakers. During The Epicurean Epicenter Series, we take this a step further and enrich our guests with extensive knowledge on the reasoning behind each wine pairing along with presenting once-in-a-lifetime experiences only found at Bellagio.”

The 2012 Epicurean Epicenter schedule of events is as follows:

Art & Wine: A Perfect Pairing – Second Wednesday of every month

Join Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art (BGFA) Director Tarissa Tiberti and Master Sommelier and Director of Wine Jason Smith as they host a creative event that will enhance the mind and please the palate. Art & Wine: A Perfect Pairing is held the second Wednesday of every month, beginning March 14, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. and will feature art from BGFA’s new exhibit, “Claude Monet: Impressions of Light,” along with pairings from the Bellagio wine cellar. At 6 p.m., guests will enjoy an interactive wine and art conversation with Tiberti and Smith. Cost is $30 for members and $38 for non-members. Tickets may be purchased by visiting the BGFA ticket counter or calling 877.957.9777.

Pinot Noir with Sensi’s Royden Ellamar – Saturday, February 11

Sustainable cuisine and wine meet in an impeccable menu prepared by Sensi Executive Chef Royden Ellamar and paired with the exceptional Pinot Noir wines of Siduri Wines, Pisoni Vineyards and ROAR Wines. Hosted by Master Sommelier and Director of Wine Jason Smith this dinner will enlighten and inspire guests. The event begins at 6:30 p.m. in Tuscany Kitchen and tickets are $195 per person, all-inclusive.

Patz & Hall with Bellagio Executive Chef Edmund Wong – Saturday, March 24

The incredible single-vineyard Chardonnay and Pinot Noir wines crafted by Patz & Hall are showcased alongside the menu created by Bellagio Executive Chef Edmund Wong. Vineyard owners James and Donald Patz host the event alongside Master Sommelier Jason Smith. The event begins at 6:30 p.m. in Tuscany Kitchen and tickets are $175 per person, all-inclusive.

Colgin Cellars with Chef Julian Serrano – Friday, April 27

Join acclaimed Picasso Executive Chef Julian Serrano on a culinary journey sure to impress even the most discerning of palates with an impressive menu complemented by the exceptionally hand-crafted Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah of Colgin Cellars. Hosted by Master Sommelier Jason Smith, Colgin Cellars Owner and Vintner Ann Colgin, this spectacular dinner will be a memorable evening. The event begins at 6:30 p.m. in Picasso and tickets are $325 per person, all-inclusive.

BBQ and Beer with Bellagio Executive Chef Edmund Wong – Saturday, June 30

Bellagio Executive Chef Edmund Wong presents his popular BBQ and Beer event for the third consecutive year. Guests will enjoy a playful menu paired with a variety of beer for a fantastic summer affair. The event begins at noon in Tuscany Kitchen and tickets are $88 per person, all-inclusive.

Heralded as the home of a wide range of award-winning dining experiences including two AAA Five Diamond restaurants, Julian Serrano's Picasso and Le Cirque from the renowned Maccioni family, Bellagio’s Epicurean Epicenter series continues its tradition of innovative and immersive experiences. With the opportunity to learn from a host of award-winning chefs, each event opens the door to a unique Bellagio culinary adventure. For more information and to reserve seats to these special events visit Bellagio's Epicurean Epicenter webpage or call the Bellagio Concierge at 866-406-7117. All offers are subject to availability and guests must be at least 21 years of age to attend.



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About Tuscany Kitchen

The 1,170-square-foot Tuscany Kitchen serves as the set for most Epicurean Epicenter events. This state-of-the-art demo kitchen is outfitted with top-of-the-line Viking equipment and the latest technology. Three cameras, positioned above the prep stations and stove tops, capture shots of the chefs at work and broadcast them over 60-inch plasma screens mounted above the cooking area for easy viewing. This, paired with the opportunity to interact with Bellagio’s unparalleled culinary talent, creates an environment unlike any other for total immersion in the fine dining experience.



About Bellagio

Inspired by the beautiful villages of Europe, the AAA Five Diamond Bellagio overlooks a Mediterranean-blue, eight-acre lake, where fountains perform a magnificent aquatic ballet choreographed to music and lights. Within Bellagio are award-winning dining experiences including two AAA Five Diamond restaurants, Julian Serrano's Picasso and Le Cirque from the renowned Maccioni family. The resort’s retail promenade, Via Bellagio, includes the luxury shops of Giorgio Armani, Gucci, Tiffany & Co., Prada, Fred Leighton, Chanel, Dior and Fendi. A world-class art gallery, the exquisite Conservatory & Botanical Gardens, the stunning “O” by Cirque du Soleil®, a luxurious spa and salon and an elegant casino all add to the extraordinary Bellagio experience. Bellagio is a wholly owned subsidiary of MGM Resorts International™. For more information and reservations, visit www.bellagio.com or call toll free at (888) 987-6667.

- Wednesday, January 11, 2012

CELEBRATE CHINESE NEW YEAR AT BELLAGIO’S CONSERVATORY & BOTANICAL GARDENS

LAS VEGAS (January 11, 2012) – Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens invites guests to celebrate the Year of the Dragon during Chinese New Year with a vibrant display honoring the mythical creature that symbolizes good fortune and power. A serene sanctuary guided by the ancient practice of Feng Shui – the art of using surroundings to attract harmony, balance and positive life energy – is on view through March 4.

For the first time during Bellagio’s Chinese New Year display, the Conservatory will feature live entertainment. The Las Vegas-based “Beijing Trio” will perform traditional folk and pop music with authentic Chinese instruments including the erhu, ruan and pipa. Complimentary performances take place 5 p.m. – 6 p.m., daily, within the wing-tipped Ming Dynasty-style gazebo in the South Garden, for the duration of the exhibit.

The majestic centerpiece of this exhibit consists of two animated 25-foot blue Dragons coiled around a cylinder of water. Rising from an island of tropical botanicals, the cylinders are accompanied by two 3,000-pound stone waterfalls surging nearby. A spectacular photo opportunity presents itself as the Dragons blow steam from their nostrils in an attempt to playfully swat at a legendary, oversized iridescent red pearl hanging directly above. The pearl, in Chinese lore, represents wealth, good luck and prosperity.

Nearby, two additional animated dragons, green and gold in color, actively lunge in the direction of the centerpiece. These 15-foot long dragons represent the elements wood and metal and are surrounded by a zig-zag bridge that leads to the striking gazebo. The bridge’s design follows the principles of Feng Shui, providing a difficult route for negative energy and bad spirits.

Just steps away in the North Garden, two animated dragons, brown and red, mirror their counterparts. These dragons represent the elements earth and fire and are surrounded by oversized silk red Chinese lanterns, a Chinese-style bridge and gold-leafed I-Ching coins, a traditional Chinese symbol for money.

The entrance of the Conservatory features a 21,000-gallon pond housing more than 200 Koi fish. The pond is found amidst I-Ching coins and flanked by four Ming Dynasty-style dings, ancestral vessels that protect against bad fortunes.

Legend has it that Buddha asked all the animals to meet him on Chinese New Year. Twelve came. The fifth animal in the Asian zodiac, the legendary Dragon, serves as a symbol of ambition and is a master of authority. Those born in the Year of the Dragon, the most desirable year, tend to be passionate, strong leaders and artistically gifted.

On view through March 4, the Chinese New Year exhibit within Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens is complimentary to the public and open seven days a week, 24 hours a day.

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Chinese New Year Exhibit Fast Facts:
Display dates: Through March 4
Chinese New Year dates: January 23, 2012 – February 9, 2013
Total flowers on display: 22,000
Flowers include Bromeliads, Cyclamens and Chrysanthemums
Total trees and shrubs on display: 660
Blue Dragons: Height - 25 feet

Media Contact:
Shant Apelian
MGM Resorts International Public Relations (702) 891-1887 (office)
sapelian01@mgmresorts.com

- Wednesday, January 04, 2012

BELLAGIO COMPLETES $70 MILLION ROOM REMODEL

AAA Five Diamond Resort Enhances Experience With More Than 2,500 Redesigned Deluxe Guest Rooms

LAS VEGAS (January 4, 2012) –
Bellagio has completed the remodel of all 2,568 rooms in its main tower offering guests a fresh, elegant collection of newly redesigned deluxe accommodations.

Each of the three distinct color palettes now available at Bellagio further enhances the AAA Five Diamond guest experience at one of the world’s most iconic resorts.

“The feedback we’ve received so far has been incredible and we’re eager to welcome our loyal guests and first-time visitors, to experience these new rooms,” said Randy Morton, president and chief operating officer of Bellagio. “We are proud to have the best team in the business at Bellagio and they executed this remodel on time and with expert finesse.”

Created by the talented team at MGM Resorts International Design Group, the new rooms reflect an updated, elegant feel pairing modern conveniences with the warmth of home. Three unique designs elicit a distinct sensibility based on the colors and patterns utilized throughout each concept.

The Resort King Rooms feature either an indigo and silver combination or a green tea and plum palette while the Resort Queen Rooms welcome guests with an amber and butterscotch motif. All three designs also are offered with the popular Lakeview option, overlooking the breathtaking and majestic Fountains of Bellagio.

The remodel, totaling approximately $70 million, began in June 2011 and took six months to complete.

About Bellagio
Inspired by the beautiful villages of Europe, the AAA Five Diamond Bellagio overlooks a Mediterranean-blue, 8 ½-acre lake, where fountains perform a magnificent aquatic ballet choreographed to music and lights. Within Bellagio are award-winning dining experiences including two AAA Five Diamond restaurants, Julian Serrano's Picasso and Le Cirque from the renowned Maccioni family. Bellagio is home to an impressive collection of luxury retailers including Louis Vuitton, Giorgio Armani, Gucci, Tiffany & Co., Breguet, Prada, Fred Leighton, Chanel, Dior, Fendi, Bottega Veneta, Hermès and OMEGA. A world-class art gallery, the exquisite Conservatory & Botanical Gardens, the stunning “O” by Cirque du Soleil®, a luxurious spa and salon, dynamic nightlife at The Bank, Hyde Bellagio and Lily Bar & Lounge (opening February 2012) and an elegant casino all add to the extraordinary Bellagio experience. Bellagio is a wholly owned subsidiary of MGM Resorts International™ (NYSE: MGM). For more information and reservations, visit www.bellagio.com or call toll free at (888) 987-6667 or find us on Facebook and Twitter.

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Media Contact:
Stacy Hamilton
MGM Resorts International Public Relations
(702) 891-1805
shamilton@mgmresorts.com

- Friday, December 09, 2011

BELLAGIO’S CONSERVATORY & BOTANICAL GARDENS TRANSFORMS INTO SHIMMERING WINTER WONDERLAND

LAS VEGAS – Transforming into a magical winter wonderland, Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens unveiled its spectacular holiday display, rich in tradition and filled with picture-perfect botanical creations, on Dec 2. In the center of it all, a magnificent holiday tree stands tall sending gazes soaring while musical sounds and seasonal colors evoke the holiday spirit.

The majestic centerpiece of the winter exhibit, a stately 42-foot Shasta White Fir, is decorated with more than 1,700 gold and silver holiday ornaments and ablaze in more than 13,500 twinkling white lights. Overhead, 24 over-sized gold and silver bells hang gracefully from the Conservatory’s all-glass ceiling.

“The winter display at Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens is our most popular display of the year, exhibiting the spirit and traditions of the holiday season,” said Randy Morton, President and COO of Bellagio. “Each day more than 22,000 visitors visit the Conservatory to enjoy this spectacular setting and commemorate a special time of year.”

New to the display this year, a group of five animated penguins ice skate on a patch of arctic terrain among a life-like family of 34 adult and baby penguins. Inside an igloo nearby, a curious animated penguin pops out its snow-covered head to greet guests.

In the north garden, a scene of family bonding plays out with a trio of topiary polar bears adorned with “fur” coats made of more than 35,000 hand-applied white carnations. A whimsical five-car toy train, equipped with a live camera, whirls on its tracks in the midst of three illuminated white trees.

Upon entering the Conservatory, a brick-lined path is surrounded by pink and red poinsettias, inviting guests to stroll underneath eight streams of dancing water and two pergolas adorned with sparkling white lights. In the Giardini corner, a floral greeting card made of more than 3,000 carnations, bestows well wishes for the holiday season.

Inquisitive guests strolling through the Conservatory are invited to visit with Bellagio horticulturists designated as “Mr. and Mrs. Green Thumb” from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. daily to receive holiday decorating tips along with additional information about the exhibit.

On view through Jan. 2, 2012, the winter exhibit within Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens is complimentary to the public and open seven days a week, 24 hours a day.
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*High-resolution images available upon request.

Winter Exhibit Fast Facts:
Display dates: Dec. 2, 2011 – Jan. 2, 2012
Total flowers on display for duration of the exhibit: 43,000
Total types of flowers on display: 14
Total plants and shrubs on display for duration of the exhibit: 350

Holiday Tree:
Origin Mount Shasta, Calif.
Height 42 feet
Lights Approx. 13,500
Ornaments Over 1,800

Penguins: 34, of which nine are animated

Polar bears Covered with hand-applied white carnations
Father bear: 18,000 flowers
Mother bear: 12,000 flowers
Baby bear: 5,000 flowers

Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens’ 2012 Calendar
o Chinese New Year: Year of the Dragon Exhibit: January 9 – March 3
o Spring Celebration: March 11 – May 13
o Summer Garden Party: May 21 – September 8
o Autumn Display: September 16 – November 24
o Winter Display: December 2 – January 5, 2013

Media Contact:
Shant Apelian
MGM Resorts International Public Relations
(702) 891-1887
sapelian01@mgmresorts.com

- Tuesday, November 15, 2011

THE LIGHT GROUP DEBUTS SLEEK AND SOPHISTICATED LILY BAR & LOUNGE AT BELLAGIO RESORT & CASINO

With The Closing Of Caramel Bar & Lounge And Opening Of Lily,
The Light Group Will Reinvent The Ultra-Lounge

(Las Vegas, NV) – The Light Group, Las Vegas’ leading hospitality, development and management company, is excited to announce today the opening of Lily Bar & Lounge at Bellagio Resort & Casino, slated for February 2012. The Light Group’s Caramel Bar & Lounge will close its doors November 1, following a blow-out closing bash on October 23. The venue will undergo renovations and transform into the Las Vegas Strip’s newest ultra-lounge, infusing a calm, cool ambiance with aspects of a high-energy club. The 3,387-square-foot lounge is located in the epicenter of the resort's casino floor and will offer an intimate nightlife experience and panoramic views of the energetic casino around them.

The Light Group has tapped leading international design firm Munge Leung to execute Lily’s sleek and sophisticated design. Patrons will be surrounded by rich mahogany colors and golden tones that provide a warm and inviting atmosphere. Lily’s design will feature luxurious elements, such as antique mirrors and imported stone from Spain. Vibrant-colored leather couches and plush community-style ottomans strategically placed throughout the ultra-lounge will highlight two, one-of-a-kind brass high-top tables which will act as Lily’s centerpiece.

A great alternative to the pulsating vibe of a vibrant nightclub, Lily will be a unique upscale nightlife destination, featuring special entertainment offerings designed to draw an elite national and international clientele. An ideal location for an intimate high-end cocktail reception, Lily will provide unique versatility with its three plasma screen televisions, which can be used for corporate presentations, meetings or entertainment. Lily will present an appealing location for everything from cocktails and socializing to a relaxing and memorable corporate outing.

“Lily will offer the Las Vegas party set a fresh nightlife experience,” said Light Group founding partner, Andy Masi. “Our new venue will be an intimate, luxurious setting where patrons can escape the chaos of The Strip.”

The Light Group also will enlist a mixology expert to develop a unique cocktail menu, highlighted by drinks featuring organic and unexpected ingredients. Lily will be an ideal setting to enjoy a cocktail at the end of the day, watch a sports game with friends or to mingle with the fashionable crowd. Open seven days a week, Lily will serve inventive signature drinks and an assortment of culinary offerings from The Light Group’s premier FIX Restaurant & Bar.

About Lily Bar & Lounge
Lily Bar & Lounge is located in the epicenter of Bellagio Resort & Casino and will be open Monday thru Sunday, 12pm-4am. For bottle service, table reservations and additional information please visit The Light Group’s website at www.lightgroup.com or call 702.693.8300.

About The Light Group
The Light Group is one of the United States’ leading hospitality development and management companies, renowned for shaping the nightlife landscape on the Las Vegas Strip. Founded by Andrew Sasson and Andy Masi, the company manages and operates 15 food and beverage venues within the AAA Five Diamond Bellagio Resort & Casino, The Mirage Hotel & Casino, Monte Carlo Resort and Casino and ARIA Resort & Casino. The Light Group’s portfolio expanded in December 2009 to include five new venues at ARIA at CityCenter: HAZE Nightclub, The Deuce Lounge, GOLD Boutique Nightclub & Lounge, LIQUID Pool Lounge and UNION Restaurant & Lounge.

About Bellagio Resort & Casino
Inspired by the beautiful villages of Europe, the AAA Five Diamond Bellagio overlooks a Mediterranean-blue, eight-acre lake, where fountains perform a magnificent aquatic ballet choreographed to music and lights. Within Bellagio are award-winning dining experiences including two AAA Five Diamond restaurants, Julian Serrano's Picasso and Le Cirque from the renowned Maccioni family. The resort’s retail promenade, Via Bellagio, includes the luxury shops of Louis Vuitton Bellagio, Giorgio Armani, Gucci, Tiffany & Co., Prada, Fred Leighton, Chanel, Dior and Fendi. A world-class art gallery, the exquisite Conservatory & Botanical Gardens, the stunning “O” by Cirque du Soleil®, a luxurious spa and salon and an elegant casino all add to the extraordinary Bellagio experience. Bellagio is a wholly owned subsidiary of MGM Resorts International™ (NYSE: MGM). For more information and reservations, visit www.bellagio.com or call toll free at (888) 987-6667or find us on Facebook and Twitter.

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Contacts:
Beth Bartolini
The Light Group
Office: 702.693.8300
Email: Bbartolini@lightlv.com

- Wednesday, November 30, 2011

GOBBLE UP DELICIOUS THANKSGIVING DAY FARE AT MGM RESORTS RESTAURANTS

Traditional and Non-traditional Turkey Day Offerings Available at Many Fine Dining and Specialty Restaurants

LAS VEGAS (November 14, 2011) – This Thanksgiving Day, let the culinary superstars of MGM Resorts International restaurants take care of the cooking. The talented chefs at ARIA, Bellagio, MGM Grand, Mandalay Bay, The Mirage, Monte Carlo, Luxor and Excalibur have designed menus that will provide guests plenty to be thankful for on Thanksgiving. The extraordinary options range from traditional holiday food to inventive dishes with fresh, fall flavors.

ARIA

Executive Chef Robert Moore at Jean Georges Steakhouse has put together an a la carte menu of tantalizing dishes for Thanksgiving. In addition to the regular dinner menu, guests can enjoy Roasted Squash Soup, Roasted Organic Turkey served with crispy sweet breads, Grilled Figs with fresh mozzarella and Spiced Pumpkin Cake. Guests will have the opportunity to add any of these items to one of the restaurant’s delicious steaks or order the entire menu to create an unforgettable turkey day feast.

At Sage, the Thanksgiving prix fixe menu begins with a choice of Roasted Pumpkin Soup, Taylor Gold Pears & Shaved Brussels Sprouts or the signature Foie Gras Crème Brulee. A Roasted Organic Turkey, Day Boat Scallops or Braised Veal Cheeks highlight the entrée portion of the meal, each served with a selection of chef’s seasonal sides. A Pumpkin Mascarpone Tart or the Bourbon Caramel Bar adds a sweet ending to the culinary experience. The menu is priced at $83 per person.

Sirio Ristorante brings a Tuscan flair to Thanksgiving with an a la carte menu that includes Carpaccio Alla Cipriani (beef carpaccio with classic cipriani dressing), Gnocchi Di Zucca (butternut squash and ricotta cheese gnocchi with duck leg confit) and Il Tacchino (roasted stuffed turkey breast with traditional side dishes). Additionally, Italian comfort food will be served with Risotto O Tagliatelle Al Tartufo Bianco, a delicious risotto or tagliatelle pasta with fresh shaved, first-of-the-season white truffles.

BELLAGIO

James Beard Award-winning chef Julian Serrano has designed a special four-course menu at Picasso that allows guests a variety of tantalizing choices. Options include Crème of Butternut Squash Soup and Sautéed “A” Steak of Foie Gras as well as Kobe Spheres and Roasted Milk-Fed Veal Chop. An assortment of mouth-watering desserts will complete the epicurean journey. This menu is priced at $150 per person with a wine pairing available for an additional $95 per person.

at the AAA Five Diamond Le Cirque, the five-course gourmet affair begins with Alaskan King Crab and a choice of Sautéed Foie Gras or Creamy Risotto with fresh truffles. The culinary adventure continues with Roasted Wild Turbot and a choice of Wild Venison, Australian A5 “Kobe” Beef Tenderloin or Stuffed Roasted Turkey. Delicious dessert selections include the Chocolate Soufflé and the Pumpkin Crepe. The menu is priced at $145 per person and a wine pairing is available for an additional $65 or $95 for premium wine.

The Buffet at Bellagio offers both traditional and adventurous choices this Thanksgiving. Guests desiring a more familiar holiday dish can take delight in a Whole Roasted Free Range Tom Turkey while those looking for a novel approach can dine on Roasted Garlic Rubbed Kobe Top Round, Maple Seared Salmon or Split Alaskan and Snow Crab Legs. Brunch is available November 25 – 27 from 7 a.m. – 3 p.m. and is priced at $32.95 per person. Dinner is served 3 p.m. – 10 p.m. and priced at $44.95 per person.

MANDALAY BAY

Fleur by Hubert Keller has crafted a tasting menu that’s available for both lunch and dinner. The menu features a hearty Lobster Bisque Soup and fresh Field Green Salad followed by Roasted Turkey with rosemary stuffing, potato puree, vegetable medley and cranberry. A traditional Pumpkin Pie ends the meal on a sweet note. The menu is priced at $45 per person.

Thanksgiving dinner at Aureole begins with a Mosaic of Diver Scallop and Black Winter Truffle followed by Roasted Pumpkin Ravioli and Maine Lobster. A Pan Seared Utah Bison Tenderloin and an Aureole Tart Sampler round out the dining experience. Guests also may substitute a Roasted New Hampshire Turkey for the Bison Tenderloin. For a more intimate experience, the culinary experience of dining in the Swan Court includes welcome canapés, a pre-dessert course and complimentary chocolates in addition to dinner. The menu is priced at $75 in the main dining room and $90 in the Swan Court, per person. A wine pairing is available for an additional $55 per person.

Red, White and Blue features a prix fixe menu of all the traditional holiday favorites. The meal includes a plate of roasted turkey and honey baked ham served with almond sage stuffing, garlic mashed potatoes, spiced sweet potato puree and green beans. The meal also includes homemade apple cider, choice of appetizer and choice of dessert. The menu is priced at $25.95 per person.

MGM GRAND

Fiamma Trattoria & Bar is serving up an Italian feast for Thanksgiving. Guests may choose between Spinach and Roasted Beets Salad or Lobster Bisque Soup to begin the meal followed by Homemade Butternut Squash Gnocchi. For the main course, Stuffed Turkey Breast with chestnuts and black truffle will delight the palate. Pumpkin Mascarpone Cheesecake with vanilla ice cream adds a sweet ending to dinner. The menu is priced at $70 per person.

The special holiday menu at SEABLUE by Michael Mina begins with a SEABLUE Waldorf Salad and a Butternut Squash Soup. The meal is highlighted by a Sweet Potato Gnocchi and Roasted Turkey Breast with potato puree, chorizo stuffing and green beans. And for dessert, an indulgent Pumpkin Bread Pudding. The menu is priced at $100 per person.

MGM Grand Buffet has added traditional Thanksgiving cuisine to its expansive offerings. Guests can fill their plates with Roasted White and Dark Turkey, Honey Glazed Ham, Roast Leg of Lamb and Casino Roast of Beef. Scrumptious sides include Cornbread Stuffing, Butternut Squash Soup, Mashed Potatoes with giblet gravy and Sweet Potatoes with marshmallows and brown sugar. Brunch is available 7 a.m. – 3 p.m. and priced at $29.99 per person. Dinner is served 3 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. and priced at $35.99 per person.

THE MIRAGE

Onda Ristorante is serving a banquet of food this Thanksgiving. The feast begins with an Antipasta plate followed by a Roasted Heirloom Beet Salad and Wild Mushroom Soup. The traditional turkey dinner includes Roasted Free Range Turkey with giblet gravy, cranberry and pine nut caponata, green beans, Sage Focaccia, Yukon Gold Potato Polenta and candied yams. An assorted mini dessert platter of pumpkin pie, tiramisu, mascarpone cheesecake and cranberry-orange compote completes the meal. The menu is priced at $64 per person.

Thanksgiving dinner at kokomo’s begins with a duet of appetizers including Roasted Pumpkin Soup and Truffle Crème & Lobster Cake or a duo of Lump Crab and American Caviar & Shrimp. Guests may choose between the Oven Roasted Turkey & Gravy with stuffing, sweet potato and pecans or the Slow Roasted Prime Rib with celery root, potato gratin and asparagus for the main course. A delectable Pumpkin Swirl Cheesecake or Deep Dish Pumpkin Pie will be served for dessert. The menu is priced at $65 per person.

Carnegie Deli is adding three dishes to the menu for Turkey Day. It will take two hands to tackle the Gargantuan Thanksgiving Sandwich, filled with turkey, cranberry jelly, traditional stuffing, crispy onion and cranberry-pecan and packed into a sage roll and served with a side of gravy for $19.99. The Carnegie Thanksgiving Platter with turkey, mashed potatoes, sweet potatoes, green bean casserole, stuffing, cranberry, gravy and rolls is available for $24.99. And for dessert, Carnegie’s famous cheesecake covered in pumpkin caramel sauce and spiced whipped cream is available for $9.99.

MONTE CARLO

Andre’s Restaurant & Lounge serves a traditional holiday meal, accented by decadence. Guests begin with a chef selected Kumamoto Oyster, Sea Water Granite and Caviar followed by a Lobster and Corn Soup with aged sherry and lemon cream. The amuse ends with a Seared Jumbo Sea Scallop accompanied by a potato crêpe and saffron sauce. For the entrée, Andre’s Oven-Roasted Free Range Turkey with herb-nut and dried fruit stuffing, Andre’s Wild Salmon with King Crab or Apple Stuffed Pork Tenderloin, each served with frisée lettuce and duck confit are the available options. Dinner concludes with a choice of Apple Tarte Tatin, Pecan Pie, Pumpkin Pie or Chocolate Pear Cobbler. The meal will be available 4 p.m. – 9 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day and is priced at $75 per person.

d.vino Italian Food & Wine Bar has a three-course menu that starts with an Organic Corn Chowder with pernod poached bay scallops followed by a Roasted Turkey Breast with Yukon Gold mashed potatoes, brown sugar-glazed yams, roasted green beans, chorizo sausage stuffing, giblet turkey gravy and cranberry chutney. Dinner would not be complete without dessert as d.vino offers a warm pumpkin pie topped with whipped cream and served with pecan ice cream. The menu is priced at $26 per person.

Thanksgiving at The Café begins with a choice of Butternut Squash Bisque or Baby Lettuces with radicchio, endive, roasted candied walnuts and a citrus vinaigrette. Next is a choice between the Oven Roasted Turkey with cornbread stuffing, winter root vegetable and whipped potato or the Stuffed Pork Loin with horseradish potato, baby vegetable and apple mash. For dessert, The Café offers either traditional pumpkin pie or an apple crisp. The menu, which includes a non-alcoholic drink, is priced at $20.95 per person.

NEW YORK-NEW YORK

Executive Chef David Suppe has put together a delightful menu for Thanksgiving at Nine Fine Irishmen. The meal starts with a choice of the creamy corn chowder or a mixed green salad followed by a savory Guinness Glazed Turkey Breast with apple sage cornbread stuffing or an Herb Roasted Prime Rib with truffle macaroni and cheese. Both dishes are served with sautéed green beans and whipped potatoes. Dessert features an Eggnog Trifle, lady fingers dipped in Irish coffee layered with an eggnog Bavarian crème and topped with cinnamon and nutmeg, or a slice of Pumpkin Cake served warm with spiced caramel sauce, vanilla bean ice cream and fresh whipped cream. The menu is priced at $29.99 per person.

The Sporting House (TSH) kicks-off with a TSH Salad, a mixed greens salad, with tomatoes, hot house cucumbers, red onions and garlic croutons. Roasted Turkey with mashed potatoes and giblet gravy, sage stuffing, candied yams and fresh green beans will bring back memories of holidays past while the Pumpkin Pie with Chantilly cream adds a delicious finale to this three-course meal. The menu is priced at $19.95 per person.

Gallagher’s presents a three-course menu that begins with butternut squash or spinach salad. Traditional Oven Roasted Turkey highlights the meal served with sausage-sage stuffing, mashed potatoes, giblet gravy, candied yams, sautéed onions and green beans, and fresh pear cranberry sauce. The house-baked Pumpkin Pie filled with warm fall spices will add a sweet ending. The menu is priced at $49 per person.

LUXOR

Guests are invited to experience TENDER Steak & Seafood’s exemplary Thanksgiving menu. After starting with a choice of an Autumn Garden Greens Salad or a Wild Mushroom Soup, diners can then enjoy an American Heirloom Organic Turkey. This slow-roasted turkey breast and braised boneless turkey leg will be served alongside a dried fruit and foie gras sourdough bread stuffing, sage giblet gravy, fresh cranberry orange relish and sweet potato puree. Guests will need to save room for dessert as the Caramelized Pumpkin Maple Pie and the Pennsylvania Dutch Apple Tart are extraordinary sweet creations. The menu is priced at $45 per person.

In addition to its daily offerings, MORE The Buffet at Luxor is adding traditional Thanksgiving favorites such as turkey breast, giblet gravy and cranberry sauce, dark meat turkey, butternut squash soup, sweet potato casserole and cranberry confetti rice pilaf. The menu is available from 11 a.m. – 10 p.m. Thanksgiving Day and is priced at $21.99 per person for adults and $13.99 for children ages 4 – 10.

EXCALIBUR

Thanksgiving Day dinner at The Steakhouse at Camelot begins with a choice of a Fall Garden Salad with roasted yellow beets, teardrop tomatoes, white Vermont cheddar cheese and a hazelnut vinaigrette or the Roasted Corn Chowder Soup. The main course is an Oven Roasted Turkey Breast with mashed potatoes, giblet gravy, traditional stuffing, sautéed green beans, baked sweet potatoes and a cranberry-orange relish. For dessert, guests may select a pumpkin cheesecake or the warm apple pie a la mode. The menu is priced at $29.95 per person.

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Media Contact:
Janae Melvin
MGM Resorts International
(702) 891-1877
jmelvin@mgmresorts.com

- Wednesday, November 30, 2011

CHOCOLATE WITCH ON DISPLAY AT BELLAGIO FOR HALLOWEEN

Handcrafted Showpiece Debuts at Jean Philippe Pâtisserie

LAS VEGAS (October 18, 2011) – The supremely talented pastry staff at Jean Philippe Pâtisserie at Bellagio has unveiled a chocolate masterpiece just in time for Halloween. A chocolate witch soars high above the pastry shop on her broom while holding a pumpkin and keeping a close eye on passersby.

The chefs began designing and constructing the witch in June, utilizing nearly 60 pounds of chocolate and 30 pounds of fondant to help her take flight. The pastry team also created 11 different sweet treats, sure to please any ghost or goblin. These not-so-spooky chocolates include a chocolate ghost, large and small chocolate witches, chocolate pumpkin, chocolate cat in a hat and an assortment of chocolate lollipops. Also available are large and small chocolate pumpkin boxes, large and small Halloween lantern boxes and a Halloween chocolate skull, each filled with cookies, chocolates and candy giving trick-or-treaters a surprise inside the delicious container. These goodies are all made of the finest European dark, milk and white chocolate.

Those interested in taking home Jean Philippe Pâtisserie’s Halloween creations can find them at Bellagio and ARIA as well as online at www.jpchocolates.com. Jean Philippe Pâtisserie offers French delicacies including crepes, pastries, chocolate and gelato in addition to a wide variety of retail selections and custom cakes.

High-resolution images of Jean Philippe Pâtisserie’s Halloween chocolates available upon request.

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Bellagio
Inspired by the beautiful villages of Europe, the AAA Five Diamond Bellagio overlooks a Mediterranean-blue, eight-acre lake, where fountains perform a magnificent aquatic ballet choreographed to music and lights. Within Bellagio are award-winning dining experiences including two AAA Five Diamond restaurants, Julian Serrano's Picasso and Le Cirque from the renowned Maccioni family. The resort’s retail promenade, Via Bellagio, includes the luxury shops of Louis Vuitton, Giorgio Armani, Gucci, Tiffany & Co., Prada, Fred Leighton, Chanel, Dior and Fendi. A world-class art gallery, the exquisite Conservatory & Botanical Gardens, the stunning “O” by Cirque du Soleil®, a luxurious spa and salon and an elegant casino all add to the extraordinary Bellagio experience. Bellagio is a wholly owned subsidiary of MGM Resorts International™ (NYSE: MGM). For more information and reservations, visit www.bellagio.com or call toll free at (888) 987-6667or find us on Facebook and Twitter.

Media Contact:
Janae Melvin
MGM Resorts International
(702) 891-1877
jmelvin@mgmresorts.com

- Wednesday, November 30, 2011

BELLAGIO INTRODUCES LUXURY DINING AL FRESCO AT RENOWNED PICASSO RESTAURANT

New Outdoor Patio Provides Gorgeous Views of Iconic Fountains of Bellagio

LAS VEGAS (September 29, 2011) – As the sweltering summer gives way to a warm and sultry autumn, Picasso introduces Las Vegas’ most idyllic location for enjoying an al fresco gourmet meal. Picasso’s stunning new outdoor patio overlooks the Fountains of Bellagio, one of the city’s most iconic attractions. For more than a decade, Bellagio has offered guests the opportunity to indulge in cuisine seasonally prepared with Spanish influence by James Beard Award-winning Executive Chef Julian Serrano while sitting among Picasso’s masterpieces inside the restaurant. Guests now can enjoy Chef Serrano’s renowned fare outdoors while taking in views of the Las Vegas Strip.

The outdoor patio will be open year-round with 16 tables, accommodating 56 guests. Based on seasonal changes, cool misters or heat lamps will be available for guest comfort. Reservations for this exclusive dining location are strongly recommended.

“Picasso is the only AAA Five Diamond restaurant on the Las Vegas Strip to offer outdoor patio dining,” said Ana Marie Mormando, vice president of Food & Beverage at Bellagio. “We have combined the romance and beauty of the Fountains of Bellagio with Picasso’s impeccable cuisine, giving our guests an incredible dining experience.”

Executive Chef Julian Serrano said, “The outdoor patio brings another element of grandeur to Picasso. Our guests will spend an unforgettable evening enriched with delicious food and superb wine all while enjoying the outdoor sights and sounds of Las Vegas right from the restaurant.”

Seasonal dishes such as Maine Lobster Salad garnished with apple-champagne vinaigrette, Sautéed Filet of Black Bass with cauliflower mousseline and saffron sauce and Roasted Tournedo Loin of Colorado Lamb seasoned with pisto, mint aioli and tempura zucchini flower are just samples of options available on the Picasso menu. A sommelier also is available to enhance the experience with a recommendation from Picasso’s award-winning wine list.

For reservations or more information on Picasso, call Bellagio at (866) 259-7111 or visit www.bellagio.com.

About Bellagio Resort & Casino

Inspired by the beautiful villages of Europe, the AAA Five Diamond Bellagio overlooks a Mediterranean-blue, eight-acre lake, where fountains perform a magnificent aquatic ballet choreographed to music and lights. Within Bellagio are award-winning dining experiences including two AAA Five Diamond restaurants, Julian Serrano's Picasso and Le Cirque from the renowned Maccioni family. The resort’s retail promenade, Via Bellagio, includes the luxury shops of Louis Vuitton, Giorgio Armani, Gucci, Tiffany & Co., Prada, Fred Leighton, Chanel, Dior and Fendi. A world-class art gallery, the exquisite Conservatory & Botanical Gardens, the stunning “O™” by Cirque du Soleil®, a luxurious spa and salon and an elegant casino all add to the extraordinary Bellagio experience. Bellagio is a wholly owned subsidiary of MGM Resorts International™ (NYSE: MGM). For more information and reservations, visit www.bellagio.com or call toll free at (888) 987-6667or find us on Facebook and Twitter.

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Media Contact:
Ashley Farkas/Suzie Rugh
MGM Resorts International
(702) 891-1806/(702) 891-1810
afarkas@mgmresorts.com/srugh@mgmresorts.com

- Wednesday, November 30, 2011

CAPTIVATING COLORS OF AUTUMN ABOUND AT BELLAGIO’S CONSERVATORY & BOTANICAL GARDENS

LAS VEGAS (September 23, 2011) –Attracting more than 22,000 visitors daily, Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens unveils an impressive autumn display featuring a picturesque harvest tableau to celebrate the sights and colors of the crisp season. Scents of chrysanthemums, carnations and roses enchant guests while oversized oak, birch, maple and chestnut leaves cascade in translucent splendor overhead, heralding the season’s debut.

At the entrance of the Conservatory, and new to the exhibit, a grass filled meadow is home to a family of three majestic hand-planted horse sculptures, comprised of more than 31,000 plants. Corralled in an old-fashioned post-and-rail fence, the impressive stallion and mare watch over their colt, resting lazily nearby.

Another first for the Conservatory, a 20-foot-tall cornucopia constructed of tightly woven willow branches, lies in the north garden. A symbol of the fall harvest, the colossal cornucopia overflows with pumpkins, gourds and exotic fruit. Nearby, a 15-foot-tall scarecrow stands guard over an enormous flowering pumpkin, made from 2,000 orange carnations and seven large half-shucked corn shapes, each made of 60 pieces of native Indian corn.

In the south garden, a 20-foot-tall fairytale talking apple tree welcomes guests with its gentle azure eyes and a whimsical smile. Near the base of the tree more than 3,400 fresh red roses take shape to form two delicious three-foot-tall apples. An authentic Newton high-wheel wagon, circa 1870, is adorned with horse harnesses awaiting their owners’ return.

Rounding out this seasonal transformation is a towering 35-foot-tall cider mill powered by a gentle stream and surrounded by a bed of massive pumpkins, ranging in size from 300 to 1,000 pounds.

Located in the Giardini corner, the Conservatory team created a special moment in conjunction with Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art’s exhibit “A Sense of Place: Landscapes from Monet to Hockney.” The interpretation of Vik Muniz’s Seen from Montbriand (Montagne Sainte-Victorie), after Paul Cezanne (2006) uses a colorful array of flora to engage the visitor in this stunning imagery.

Inquisitive guests strolling through the Conservatory are invited to visit with Bellagio horticulturists designated as “Mr. and Mrs. Green Thumb” from 10:30 a.m. to noon daily to receive fall gardening tips along with additional information about the exhibit.

On view through November 27, the autumn display within Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens is complimentary to the public and open seven days a week, 24 hours a day.
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For additional information and high-resolution images of the autumn display, please click here.

Autumn Exhibit Fast Facts
Display dates: Through Nov. 27
Total flowers on display per week: 7,976
Total flowers on display for duration of the exhibit: 75,000
Total plants and shrubs on display for duration of the exhibit: 22,265
Total trees on display for duration of the exhibit: 25

Horse Dimensions:
Designed with carex, helichrysum icicles and alternanthera
Weight
Stallion: 4,043 lbs.
Mare: 2,866 lbs.
Colt: 1,230 lbs.

Plants
Stallion: 17,000
Mare: 12,000
Colt: 3,500

Length
Stallion and Mare: 12 feet

Pumpkins:
Origin
Half Moon Bay, Calif.
Weight
Ranging from 300 to 1,000 lbs

Cornucopia:
Created from woven natural curly willow
Height:
20 feet
Opening:
8 feet

Talking Tree:
Height:
20 feet
Width:
18 feet


Media Contact:
Shant Apelian
MGM Resorts International Public Relations
(702) 891-1887
sapelian01@mgmresorts.com

- Wednesday, November 30, 2011

BELLAGIO GALLERY OF FINE ART OFFERS ART LOVERS COMPLIMENTARY ADMISSION DURING MUSEUM DAY OCT. 8

LAS VEGAS (Sept. 6, 2011) – Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art (BGFA) will host its second annual free admission day on Saturday, Oct. 8 to welcome back loyal patrons and introduce new visitors to one of Las Vegas’ cultural gems.

In honor of Smithsonian magazine’s Annual Museum Day, which offers complimentary entry to designated museums and cultural institutions across the country, BGFA will welcome all guests free of charge to the current show, “A Sense of Place: Landscapes from Monet to Hockney,” a revealing exploration of how landscape has been portrayed by artists throughout history.

"We had an incredibly successful turnout for our inaugural Museum Day last year,” said BGFA Director Tarissa Tiberti. “The Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art offers a unique opportunity to see intimate exhibitions featuring works by some of the world’s most compelling artists. Museum Day helps us share the experience with new and loyal fans alike, creating excitement and support around art and culture.”

BGFA will be open Oct. 8 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Last admissions will be accepted no later than 30 minutes prior to closing. In order to gain complimentary entry, guests are asked to visit www.bellagio.com/bgfa to download an admission ticket. Tickets must be presented at the BGFA Box Office and are redeemable for two complimentary admissions per household, valid only on Oct. 8.
Organized in partnership with the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego (MCASD) and the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston (MFA), “A Sense of Place” celebrates the ideals of natural scenery by artists including Claude Monet, David Hockney, Robert Rauschenberg, Roy Lichtenstein, Vik Muniz and more. The collection features more than 30 artworks ranging from paintings, photographs and a video installation that contrast and compare both approach and expressionism in art.

“A Sense of Place: Landscapes from Monet to Hockney” is on display now through January 2012. Regular hours of operation for BGFA are Sunday through Tuesday and Thursday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tickets are $15 for general admission; $12 for Nevada residents and seniors 65 and older; and $10 for students, teachers and military with valid ID. Children 12 and younger are free. For more information, please call (702) 693-7871 or visit www.bellagio.com/bgfa.

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MEDIA CONTACT:
Sara Gorgon
MGM Resorts Public Relations
(702) 891-1812
sgorgon@mgmresorts.com

- Wednesday, November 30, 2011

MGM RESORTS INTERNATIONAL PARTICIPATES IN LAS VEGAS RESTAURANT WEEK AUG. 29-SEPT.11

LAS VEGAS (August 19, 2011) – Get ready to feast like a king as Las Vegas Restaurant Week 2011 kicks off Aug. 29 – Sept. 11 at select MGM Resorts International restaurants. For the fifth consecutive year, the finest restaurants, celebrity chefs and Master Sommeliers will come together to support Three Square, a non-profit organization working to end hunger in Southern Nevada. Las Vegas Restaurant Week becomes a two-week affair this year with more extraordinary dining options for guests to enjoy including worldly cuisines with special menus priced at $20.10, $30.10 and $50.10.

Las Vegas Restaurant Week is part of Hunger Action Month (HAM), Feeding America's “Give a Little, Feed a Lot” campaign to motivate local communities to take action. Three Square encourages everyone to visit the “News and Events” section at http://www.threesquare.org/to learn how to help end hunger in the community.

The following MGM Resorts restaurants will proudly participate in Las Vegas Restaurant Week 2011:

ARIA Resort & Casino

AMERICAN FISH by Michael Mina will present a truly delicious menu of Shrimp & Grits, Mediterranean Branzino and Mascarpone Cheesecake. BARMASA’s menu will feature clean, uncomplicated Japanese cuisine such as Kegani Hairy Crab Sunomono, Wagyu Garlic Soy Steak and Miso Créme Brulee. Discover the triumphs of Chinese dining with Blossom’s menu of tasty Pot Stickers, Wok-Fried Chilean Sea Bass and Mochi Ice Cream or stop by either Sage or Jean Georges Steakhouse to begin dinner with a refreshing summer peach salad.

Julian Serrano created three-course lunch and four-course dinner menus including choices of traditional Spanish Chicken Croquetas, Stuffed Piquillo Peppers, Salmon with truffle, Valenciana Paella and Flan. Explore authentic Thai cuisine at Lemongrass with Yellow Curry Chicken or Bua Loi, a sticky rice flour dumpling served in warm coconut milk. Sirio Ristorante will transport guests to the heart of Italy with items such as Scaloppine Di Vitello (Veal scaloppine in Marsala wine and mushroom sauce) and Pollo Alla Milanese (Milanese chicken breast pan-fried and breaded with arugula and cherry- tomato red onion salad).

UNION Restaurant & Lounge will offer a special wine pairing to accompany a menu of Roasted Tomato Soup, American Kobe Flat Iron, Apple Pie and more. Café Vettro and SKYBOX Sports Bar and Grill will offer delicious soup and sandwich combos followed by flavorful ice cream options for dessert.

BELLAGIO

Step into Osteria del Circo and savor the best of Tuscan cuisine with a choice of Il Pollo (Roasted organic chicken breast) or Il Salmone (Grilled king salmon). MICHAEL MINA Bellagio provides guests the option of Phyllo-Crusted Sole, Truffle Stuffed Chicken or Filet of Beef while those who step into the elegance of Jasmine can try Prime Beef Tenderloin, Walnut Prawns or Tofu with Shiitake mushrooms. Café Bellagio will feature lunch and dinner menus and will join Osteria del Circo, MICHAEL MINA Bellagio and Jasmine in offering the option of special wine pairings.

The chefs at Sensi will prepare a Vietnamese Lemongrass Pork Chop or a Grass-Fed Skirt Steak, while Yellowtail Japanese Restaurant & Lounge, Akira Back will serve Scottish Salmon or Jidori Chicken. Experience summer flavors at Prime Steakhouse with Tomato Gazpacho, Roasted Baby Beets and Bacon-wrapped Shrimp. Dine on the outdoor patio at Todd English’s Olives to enjoy a Pacific White Fish with creamy chive risotto, roasted baby carrots and lemon butter emulsion or a Chicken & Vegetable Lasagna with roasted tomato purée, seasonal vegetables, whipped ricotta cheese, toasted bread crumbs and mozzarella fondue. Guests in the mood for a high-energy dining atmosphere should head to FIX with scrumptious choices of Roasted Tomato Soup, Wood Grilled Filet and Warm Banana Doughnuts.

MGM GRAND

Diego invites guests to enjoy a taste of Mexico with Sangria and several delicious items including Queso Fundido (Traditional baked cheese with poblano chile rajas, Negra Modelo black beans and pork carnitas), Mariscos Diablo (Day Boat scallops, black tiger prawns, salmon, bass, Masa dumplings, Tequila blanco sautéed in a roasted garlic red chile sauce), Arrachera (Mesquite grilled, red chile rubbed flank steak with Nopales, tomato salad, roasted mushroom tamale and huitlacoche crema) and Crepas con Cajeta (Fried bananas and cajeta caramel, pecans and Mexican chocolate ice cream). Join Fiamma Trattoria & Bar on a culinary journey with Arancino & Breaded Eggplant Bites served with marinara sauce, Calamari and Raviolini, or visit Grand Wok and Sushi Bar to try tender Macadamia Beef with X.O. sauce or Sweet and Spicy Chicken with orange sauce.

MANDALAY BAY

Aureole’s Executive Chef Vincent Pouessel designed two menus for guests featuring delightful selections such as Diver Scallops with wild mushroom terrine, True Cod Fish and Chips, Smoked Salmon with warm potato salad or Roasted Muscovy Duck Breast with foie gras ravioli. Diners who choose STRIPSTEAK by Michael Mina will have a choice of a Wedge or Heirloom Tomato Salad, All Natural Skirt Steak or Kansas City Steak plus a choice of seasonal side dishes and Beignets served with Madagascar vanilla créme brulee. Travel to the top of Mandalay Bay to experience dinner with a view at miX, featuring Seared Duck Foie Gras, Braised Wagyu and a miX Candy Bar. In the mood for Italian? Head over to Wolfgang Puck’s Trattoria Del Lupo to enjoy a special menu of Maine Lobster Salad, Loin of Natural Veal Marsala and Ricotta Cheesecake Napoleon.

THE MIRAGE

Those looking for a more casual meal will enjoy the trio of sliders, fries, and a S’more cupcake at BLT Burger or try a hearty Pastrami and Corned Beef Sandwich, fries, and famous cheesecake from Carnegie Deli. Dine among the incredible translucent glass spheres at FIN while being treated to a Lemon Fried Sea Bass or Red Curry Beef. Discover the progressive Japanese cuisine at Japonais featuring Lobster Spring Rolls, Ahi Tuna Steak or Japanese Ribs. To experience open air dining, visit kokomo’s as Hamachi Pastrami and Filet Mignon Short Ribs will be showcased. Onda Ristorante & Wine Lounge will highlight the best of Italy with Polenta Verde Calabrese, Veal Scallopini and Traditional Tiramisu. At STACK, guests will enjoy the popular Lobster Tacos, Munchkins (miniature ball of fried dough) and Mint Bon Bons.

MONTE CARLO

Andre’s Restaurant & Lounge will present a hearty five-course prix fixe menu of Consommé of Spring Chicken, Heirloom Tomato Salad and Artichoke Soup with choice of Grilled Ribeye, Berkshire Pork Duo or Free Range Chicken with sweet corn and poblano ragout. BRAND Steakhouse will invite diners to try the Chilean Sea Bass and Strawberry Baked Alaska while Dragon Noodle Co. & Sushi Bar offers its signature Vegetable Spring Roll, Seafood Pan-Fried Noodle and House Made Ice Cream. d.vino Italian Food & Wine Bar’s menu will highlight Stuffed Zucchini, Tuscan Bean soup, sautéed Trout and Tiramisu. ….

NEW YORK-NEW YORK

Imported directly from Ireland, the authentic Irish pub Nine Fine Irishmen, will feature a fun and delicious menu with a variety of choices. Select a Mixed Green Salad and Corned Beef Sandwich for lunch or Drunken Onion Rings, Irish Banger, Fish and Chips and Shepherds Pie for dinner. Guests who dine for lunch, dinner or both will be able to choose Bread and Butter Pudding or Funnel Sticks for dessert.

LUXOR

The newly opened Rice & Company will offer a taste of the Far East with Orange Peel Chicken and a Trio of Créme Brulee including blood orange, coconut and vanilla flavors. TENDER Steak & Seafood will serve up Maine Lobster Bisque, Range-fed New Zealand Beef Ribeye and Vanilla Bean Gelato while T&T (Tacos & Tequila) will spice things up with three-course lunch and dinner menus featuring an assortment of signature dishes such as Guacamole, Quesadillas, Beef Flautas and Tres Leches.

CIRCUS CIRCUS

The Steak House at Circus Circus, voted “Best Steak House” a record 20 times by readers of the Las Vegas Review-Journal, is featuring a hearty three-course menu with choice of salad or soup, Filet Oscar and a sweet selection from the chef’s pastry cart.

For a complete list of Las Vegas Restaurant Week participants and full menu details, visit www.helpoutdineoutlv.org or www.threesquare.org.

About Restaurant Week & Three Square

Las Vegas Restaurant Week began in 2007 as a way to give locals and tourists the opportunity to help out by dining out. This year’s two weeklong celebration of fine dining includes more than 80 participating restaurants, from popular mid-level eateries to the city’s premier and celebrity-chef restaurants, all offering prix fixe meals at special prices. Proceeds from Restaurant Week benefit Three Square, Southern Nevada’s only food bank. Three Square currently provides more than 22 million pounds of food and grocery product – the equivalent of nearly 16 million meals – per year to more than 600 Program Partners including non-profit and faith-based organizations, schools and feeding sites throughout Southern Nevada. Three Square is a member of the Feeding America network of food banks. For additional information visit www.threesquare.org or www.helpoutdineoutlv.org.

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Media Contact:
Janae Melvin / Alisha Brown
MGM Resorts International
(702) 891-1877 / (702) 891-1870
jmelvin@mgmresorts.com / albrown@mgmresorts.com

- Wednesday, November 30, 2011

BELLAGIO UNVEILS NEWLY REDESIGNED GUEST ROOMS

AAA Five Diamond Resort Enhances Experience With Fresh, Elegant Designs

LAS VEGAS (August 16, 2011) – Poised to set a new standard in luxury accommodations, Bellagio unveiled a fresh, elegant collection of newly redesigned rooms this week. Each of the three distinct color palettes was carefully created to further enhance the AAA Five Diamond guest experience at one of the world’s most iconic resorts.

“We want guests to feel inspired from the moment they step off the elevator,” said Randy Morton, president and chief operating officer of Bellagio. “The incredible combination of vibrant, yet warm, colors, beautiful botanical imagery and the overall crisp ambiance should set the tone for a very special experience.”

Created by the talented team at MGM Resorts International Design Group, the new rooms reflect an updated, elegant feel pairing modern conveniences with the warmth of home. Three unique designs elicit a distinct sensibility based on the colors and patterns utilized throughout each concept. The Resort Deluxe King Rooms feature either an indigo and silver combination or a green tea and plum palette while the Resort Deluxe Queen Rooms welcome guests with an amber and butterscotch motif. All three designs also are offered with the popular Lakeview option, overlooking the breathtaking and majestic Fountains of Bellagio.

The three color schemes incorporate the essence of Bellagio through botanical macro-photographic images displayed in the rooms and guest hallways, many of which were created exclusively for the hotel.

Providing a streamlined and contemporary focal point within each room, the dresser and connecting mirrored wardrobe are made of a deep, rich eucalyptus topped with a marshmallow smoke stone. Within this centerpiece, guests will find eight spacious drawers, a fully stocked mini-bar, a tray of snacks and novelties and a media connectivity hub.

The new room design creates enhanced functionality with the addition of benches at the end of each bed, brighter lighting in the bedroom and bathroom and a full-length mirror in the foyer. Guests also will enjoy the comfort of an ergonomically designed desk space and chair as well as two plush armchairs for those moments of relaxation.

Ensuring guests enjoy a restful sleep, each of the redesigned rooms features the luxurious new Bellagio at Home® mattress, developed by Serta®. The cashmere-covered mattress provides continuous support and temperature adjustment throughout the sleep cycle, making guests feel as comfortable at Bellagio as they would in their own home.

Convenient amenities can be found at every turn including a 40” mounted flat-screen television; a bedside iHome docking station; a centralized media hub designed to accommodate a variety of digital devices; electrical connections on the bedside lamps; and a laptop safe in one of the nightstands.

In keeping with Bellagio’s commitment to sustainability, the newly remodeled rooms incorporate environmentally responsible elements including: LED lighting in corridors and guest rooms providing 60 percent greater energy efficiency; organic carpeting primarily made from wool and furniture made from eucalyptus, both renewable resources; a new double towel bar in the bathroom for increased ability to dry and reuse towels; and a 180 percent improvement in air circulation from the previous room.

Bellagio began the $70 million remodel in June and anticipates all 2,568 Resort Rooms in the main tower will be complete by mid-December.

About Bellagio
Inspired by the beautiful villages of Europe, the AAA Five Diamond Bellagio overlooks a Mediterranean-blue, eight-acre lake, where fountains perform a magnificent aquatic ballet choreographed to music and lights. Within Bellagio are award-winning dining experiences including two AAA Five Diamond restaurants, Julian Serrano's Picasso and Le Cirque from the renowned Maccioni family. The resort’s retail promenade, Via Bellagio, includes the luxury shops of Louis Vuitton, Giorgio Armani, Gucci, Tiffany & Co., Prada, Fred Leighton, Chanel, Dior and Fendi. A world-class art gallery, the exquisite Conservatory & Botanical Gardens, the stunning “O” by Cirque du Soleil®, a luxurious spa and salon and an elegant casino all add to the extraordinary Bellagio experience. Bellagio is a wholly owned subsidiary of MGM Resorts International™ (NYSE: MGM). For more information and reservations, visit www.bellagio.com or call toll free at (888) 987-6667 or find us on Facebook and Twitter.

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Media Contact:
Stacy Hamilton
MGM Resorts International Public Relations
(702) 891-1805
shamilton@mgmresorts.com

- Wednesday, July 13, 2011

BELLAGIO, PICASSO AND LE CIRQUE HONORED AMONG TOP RESORTS & RESTAURANTS IN U.S. WITH 2012 AAA FIVE DIAMOND AWARD

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

LAS VEGAS (July 13, 2011) – Bellagio, Picasso and Le Cirque have been awarded the prestigious AAA Five Diamond Award for 2012. With unsurpassed service, world-class dining and luxurious amenities, Bellagio also has the distinction of being the only hotel in the U.S. to have two AAA Five Diamond restaurants under one roof.

“The AAA Five Diamond Award represents the highest level of excellence, and this honor is an important achievement Bellagio, Picasso and Le Cirque have received year after year,” said Randy Morton, president and COO of Bellagio. “I’m extremely proud of Bellagio, its beauty and all we have to offer, but I’m most proud of our incredible team and what they accomplish on a daily basis to provide memorable experiences for our guests.”

Julian Serrano’s renowned restaurant, Picasso, garnered its eleventh AAA Five Diamond Award this year while Le Cirque, by the acclaimed Maccioni family, has earned the award for the ninth consecutive year. Also for nine consecutive years, Bellagio continues to be the only hotel in the U.S. with two AAA Five Diamond restaurants.

Michael Geeser, AAA Nevada spokesperson, said, “By earning a AAA Five Diamond rating, Bellagio has once again revealed the characteristics of the ultimate in luxury and sophistication. Its accommodations are first class, its restaurants are spectacular and its employees’ service is extraordinary. Bellagio continues to exceed all guest expectations while maintaining an impeccable standard of excellence.”

In 2001, Bellagio became the first Las Vegas hotel and casino to receive the AAA Five Diamond Award and continues to offer unparalleled quality and service. Inspired by the beautiful villages of Europe, Bellagio overlooks a Mediterranean-blue lake in which The Fountains of Bellagio perform their magnificent aquatic ballet. Award-winning dining, a world-class art gallery, the exquisite Conservatory & Botanical Gardens, Cirque du Soleil’s stunning production of “O,” a luxurious spa and salon and premier shopping all work together to compose the symphony that is Bellagio.

To be considered for AAA rating and approval, lodgings and restaurants undergo a thorough evaluation by AAA/CAA’s full-time tourism inspectors. Five Diamond establishments go through a much more extensive review. AAA experts judge lodgings on the exterior of the facility, public areas, guest rooms, amenities and bathrooms. Restaurants are evaluated on criteria including food, service, décor and ambiance. Less than one-half percent of more than 31,000 hotels and less than one-quarter percent of 26,000 restaurants achieve this distinction.

Bellagio is a wholly owned subsidiary of MGM Resorts International™ (NYSE: MGM). For more information and reservations, visit the resort’s website, www.bellagio.com, or call toll free (888) 987-6667.

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For additional information and high-resolution images of Bellagio, please click here.

Media Contact:
Sandy Zanella
MGM Resorts International
(702) 604-4124
zanellas@mgmresorts.com

- Monday, July 11, 2011

MGM RESORTS INTERNATIONAL LAUNCHES M LIFE LOYALTY PROGRAM, OFFERING UNRIVALED ACCESS TO ITS SPECTACULAR RESORTS ACROSS U.S.

Want to pick Bellagio Fountain song for a special moment, get dance lessons from the Jabbawockeez? Focused on experiential rewards, M life makes it all possible

LAS VEGAS – MGM Resorts International (NYSE:MGM) has launched M life (www.mlife.com), a loyalty program that leverages the combined power of its resorts in Las Vegas, Mississippi and Detroit. Benefiting from an unmatched collection of amenities, members enjoy one-of-a-kind experiences exclusive to MGM Resorts, insider privileges, personalized rewards and an aspirational tiered approach with escalating earning potential. M life launched as a casino rewards club in January 2011; later this year, it will expand into a full loyalty program recognizing guest spend on hotel stays, shopping, dining and more.

Among many benefits, M life members can earn unique M life moments, including selecting a particular Fountains of Bellagio song to be performed on the date and time of choosing, serving as a guest DJ at one of Vegas’ hottest clubs at MGM Grand, becoming a dolphin trainer for a day at The Mirage, cooking lessons with Bravo’s Top Chef Masters finalist and celebrity chef Rick Moonen at Mandalay Bay, receiving one-on-one dance lessons with the world-famous Jabbawockeez at Monte Carlo, and much more.

In combination with its world-renowned offerings, M life uses proprietary analytical technology that better tracks consumer preferences to create individualized rewards that are meaningful to members. If someone attends a Madonna concert, they may receive an offer to Lady Gaga; a George Strait concertgoer may receive an invite to the Country Music Awards at MGM Grand. A fine-dining connoisseur may receive an offer to a private wine dinner. A slot player may receive a FREEPLAY offer, while a table games player will be offered promotional chips.

“M life represents a major shift for MGM Resorts in the way we are engaging our guests,” said Jim Murren, Chairman and CEO of MGM Resorts. “We’ve listened to our customers and designed M life to deliver on their preferences, leveraging a caliber of assets no other resort group can offer. In terms of business impact, M life enables us to retain a larger share of existing customer spend, activate new customers, increase customer frequency and provide better return on investment for promotional expenditure.”

KEY M LIFE ELEMENTS:
• 15 World-Renowned Resort Destinations – M life members enjoy privileged access to ARIA, Bellagio, Vdara, MGM Grand, The Signature at MGM Grand, Mandalay Bay, THEhotel at Mandalay Bay, The Mirage, Monte Carlo, New York-New York, Luxor and Excalibur in Las Vegas; Beau Rivage and Gold Strike in Mississippi; and MGM Grand Detroit.
• All-Inclusive – M life launched as a casino rewards club but is expanding later in 2011 into a full loyalty program, recognizing guest spend on hotel stays, shopping, dining and more.
• Ease of Use – Part of M life’s benefit is its real-time ease-of-use. M life offers players the convenience of a single card for both slots and table games when playing at any participating MGM Resorts’ casino.
• Tier Levels – M life has four member tiers – Sapphire, Pearl, Gold and Platinum. New members start at the Sapphire tier and can play their way to higher tiers, earning more rewards at a faster pace.

• Tier Benefits – Members receive special hotel offers, pre-sale access to entertainment tickets, priority reservations, upgrades, VIP services and more, based on their Tier Level. As guests graduate to the next level, they unlock even greater rewards. Gold and Platinum members have accelerated point earning for their play, enabling them to earn benefits even faster.
• Express Comps™ – Real-time Express Comps are the fastest and most convenient way for customers to comp themselves at MGM Resorts’ hotels, restaurants and entertainment venues. If a guest is playing at a slot machine and gets the urge to grab a bite to eat or wants to purchase a show ticket, they can take their card and instantly redeem rewards at participating venues. Express Comps appear as dollars, making redemption transparent and simple.
• M life Moments – Members can utilize Express Comps™ to take advantage of these once-in-a-lifetime MGM Resorts’ experiences (examples in second paragraph).
• Custom Rewards – M life’s advanced technology tracks hundreds of variables to determine member travel patterns, preferences – from hotels, restaurants, concerts, shows, spas to casino play – and more accurately predicts future behavior. By doing so, the company can pinpoint a guest’s favorite hotel, if they’d prefer to see Barbara Streisand or Bon Jovi, if they love to visit Las Vegas at a certain time every year, and more, all to develop personalized, relevant rewards.
• POINTPlay® – POINTPlay gives players more of what they like best – FREEPLAY® at most slot games. Players can redeem for FREEPLAY® right at their favorite slot machine.
• Transparency – Players easily can view the amount of rewards they’ve earned by visiting mlife.com, kiosks at select resorts, on slot machines or on the new M life phone app. The customer has control of his comps and can use them on demand with Express Comps™.
• mlife.com – This easy-to-use website helps players manage their accounts in a simple, accessible manner. With a personalized login, players can view points and Tier Credits, manage and book personalized offers and promotions, explore M life moments, and get the latest information on upcoming shows, events and concerts.
• M life TV and M life magazine – M life TV, available on mlife.com, YouTube and on a dedicated in-room hotel channel, provides a behind-the-scenes look at the hottest restaurants, shows, celebrity events, and more. M life magazine, available in all MGM Resorts’ hotel rooms, gives guests insider information about the latest happenings within the resort group.
• Employee Ambassadors – M life has been integrated into MGM Resorts’ employee culture. Formerly a culture of competition among sister properties, M life now is the umbrella brand across all properties, incentivizing guests to enjoy the diverse experiences at each of its resorts. The company currently is undergoing the largest company-wide training initiatives in its history, educating its more than 60,000 employees to become experts on M life.
• Membership – Signing up is free and the rewards are priceless.
For downloadable broadcast quality b-roll, visit http://tinyurl.com/MlifeBroll; high-res photography is available at http://tinyurl.com/MlifePhotos
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For More Information:
Natalie Mounier, Kirvin Doak Communications, 702-737-3100; nmounier@kirvindoak.com

Sandy Zanella, MGM Resorts International, 702-604-4124; zanellas@mgmresorts.com

- Wednesday, July 06, 2011

BELLAGIO PRESENTS JUKARI FIT TO FLEX™ BY REEBOK AND CIRQUE DU SOLEIL

Innovative new workout blends Cirque du Soleil artistry with Reebok athleticism

LAS VEGAS (June 14, 2011) – The award-winning Spa & Salon Bellagio, in collaboration with Cirque du Soleil and Reebok, has added an innovative new workout class to its menu. JUKARI Fit to Flex, following the worldwide success of JUKARI Fit to Fly, is the second innovative workout to come out of the partnership between the leading fitness brand and the world-renowned entertainment company. Bellagio, home to the aquatic masterpiece “O,” offers the only Las Vegas Strip location where guests can physically embark on a journey into the athletic and artistic world of Cirque du Soleil.

Drawing inspiration from the strong controlled movements performed by Cirque du Soleil artists, this cardio-infused program works to develop long, lean muscles and powerful core strength. Classes, led by certified instructors, are designed to help enhance flexibility, muscle tone and coordination. Using the specially designed JUKARI Band, a lightweight elastic band, participants are able to manage the intensity, move deeper into active stretches and increase their range of motion. Set to custom-mixed Cirque du Soleil music, JUKARI Fit to Flex is an inspirational complete body workout.

JUKARI Fit to Flex consists of four blocks of movement. The introduction, Prep Flex, familiarizes key moves that will be used in the body of the workout. Dynamic Flex challenges balance, mobility, stability and coordination while Floor Flex activates and strengthens stabilizer muscles and encourages fluid joint movement. Final Flex offers a performance opportunity that leaves participants with a sense of exhilaration and revitalization.

Spa & Salon Bellagio offers the 50-minute class Wednesday – Friday at 9 a.m. and Saturdays at 10 a.m. Classes are $40 per person and include a day pass for the cardio center, spa vanity, wet areas and lockers. To find out more about JUKARI Fit to Flex at Spa & Salon Bellagio, visit Bellagio.com/spasalon/spa-fitness-center.aspx.

For additional information and high-resolution images, please click here.

About Reebok
Reebok International Ltd., headquartered in Canton, MA, USA, is a leading worldwide designer, marketer and distributor of sports, fitness and casual footwear, apparel and equipment. An American-inspired global brand, Reebok is a pioneer in the sporting goods industry with a rich and storied heritage in running, training and fitness. A subsidiary of the adidas Group, Reebok operates under the multiple divisions of the Reebok brand, Reebok-CCM Hockey and the Sports Licensed Division. For more information, visit Reebok at Reebok.com.

About Cirque du Soleil
Cirque du Soleil is primarily a creative content provider for a wide variety of unique projects. In addition to shows, the company, which has its International Headquarters in Montreal, extends its creative talent to many other spheres of activity. While maintaining stringent standards of artistic quality and originality, Cirque du Soleil brings the same energy and spirit that characterize each of its shows to all its innovative projects. More than 100 million spectators in nearly 300 cities on six continents have been thrilled by Cirque du Soleil since its beginnings in 1984. In 2011 the company will present 21 different shows simultaneously around the world. For more information about Cirque du Soleil, visit Cirquedusoleil.com.

About Bellagio
Inspired by the beautiful villages of Europe, the AAA Five Diamond Bellagio overlooks a Mediterranean-blue, eight-acre lake, where fountains perform a magnificent aquatic ballet choreographed to music and lights. Within Bellagio are award-winning dining experiences including two AAA Five Diamond restaurants, Julian Serrano's Picasso and Le Cirque from the renowned Maccioni family. The resort’s retail promenade, Via Bellagio, includes the luxury shops of Giorgio Armani, Gucci, Tiffany & Co., Prada, Fred Leighton, Chanel, Dior and Fendi. A world-class art gallery, the exquisite Conservatory & Botanical Gardens, the stunning “O” by Cirque du Soleil®, a luxurious spa and salon and an elegant casino all add to the extraordinary Bellagio experience. Bellagio is a wholly owned subsidiary of MGM Resorts International™(NYSE: MGM). For more information and reservations, visit Bellagio.com or call toll free at (888) 987-6667.


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Media Contact:
Sara Gorgon
MGM Resorts International
sgorgon@mgmresorts.com
(702) 429-1161

- Wednesday, July 06, 2011

LOUIS VUITTON ANNOUNCES THE GRAND OPENING OF LOUIS VUITTON BELLAGIO

Las Vegas (June 27, 2011) – Louis Vuitton North America announces the opening of its newest location at iconic Las Vegas resort, Bellagio Resort & Casino. The new store offers a full range of the Maison’s men’s and women’s leather goods, with a special focus on exotic and made-to-order pieces, as well as the very latest in belts, sunglasses and other accessories.

“We are delighted to be unveiling our newest location at the Bellagio,” said Charles Delapalme, Senior Vice President of Louis Vuitton’s Western Region. “We wanted to offer our Las Vegas customers a truly exceptional experience, bringing them a wide array of Louis Vuitton product in an elegant and distinctive environment. Louis Vuitton Bellagio promises to bring the ultimate in sophistication, quality, and style to one of the most dynamic, experiential cities in the world.”

Adhering in design to Louis Vuitton’s latest global store concept, and featuring a striking façade rendered in exotic louro faia wood, the Bellagio store is laid out in three distinct rooms. Connecting them is an elegant domed-ceiling rotunda finished in white gold, from which an ornate murano glass chandelier is suspended. Upon entering the store, guests will be welcomed into a leathergoods and luggage area, with stone flooring and a decorative millwork and plaster ceiling. An elegant selection of rare and exceptional exotic pieces will be prominently showcased here, along with special made-to-order pieces. By passing through the central rotunda, guests may then transition into either the men’s or women’s areas, both of which feature French doors looking out across the world-famous Fountains of Bellagio. Fine wood wall paneling, inlaid with patterns and metal trims, is visible throughout the store, creating a sleek, but warm modern environment.

With visual echos of a Parisian apartment, the women’s salon will access a balcony with patio seating and signature Louis Vuitton planters, from which the Bellagio’s magestic water fountains can be enjoyed. Custom drapery will soften the abundance of natural light within, while two stunning chandeliers rendered in metal and glass from the Netherlands will illuminate the room.

About Louis Vuitton
ounded in Paris in 1854, Louis Vuitton is synonymous with the art of travel. Its iconic trunks, luggage, and bags have accompanied journeys throughout time. With the arrival of Artistic Director Marc Jacobs in 1997, Louis Vuitton extended its expertise to ready-to-wear, shoes, accessories, watches and jewellery, available in its exclusive network of stores located all over the world.

Store hours: Open daily from 10:00 a.m. to midnight.

Visuals free of right are available upon request.

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Media Contact:
Louis Vuitton
Tara Hannert
(917) 281-2706
t.hannert@us.vuitton.com

- Wednesday, November 30, 2011

SPRING INTO SUMMER AT BELLAGIO’S CONSERVATORY & BOTANICAL GARDENS

Attraction unveils new elements in its timeless tribute to the season

LAS VEGAS - Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens reveals new elements to its summer display, featuring a spectacular floral exhibition filled with bright blooms and a playful carnival. Reminiscent of the lazy days of the year’s longest season, the vibrant exhibit features a moving 11-foot tall carousel, a 40-foot full-scale Ferris wheel and patriotic displays of the Stars and Stripes.

At the entrance of the Conservatory and new to the exhibit, a reflective pond showcases an American Bald Eagle, made from coconut chips, magnolia leaves and chopped strawflowers, mounted on an over-scale replica of the Liberty Bell. Nearby, a stone-based rustic greenhouse houses 30 live birds - Lorikeets and Rosellas. Steps away, a father bear and his cub are seen on a whimsical fishing adventure, clad in botanical fishing vests and hats, both carrying wooden poles.

In conjunction with the Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art’s new exhibit “A Sense of Place: Landscapes from Monet to Hockney,” the Conservatory has created an interpretation of Armand Guillaumin’s Vue de Pontcharra Plaine de l'Isere le Soir (1901) using a colorful array of flora. Located in the Giardini corner, the recreated painting is fitted within a 6-foot tall elaborately carved frame accompanied by a 12-foot wood tapered painter’s brush and oversized paint palette with simulated smeared oil paints.

On view through September 10, the summer display within Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens is complimentary to the public and open seven days a week, 24 hours a day.

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Summer Exhibit Facts
Display dates: May 25 – September 10
Total flowers on display per week: 9,912
Total flowers on display for duration of the exhibit: 94,608


Fantasy tree:
Made of 420,000 feet of Salix trianda willow

Height: 25 feet

Width: 22 feet

Weight 3,300 lbs

Carousel:

Height: 11 feet

Width: 18 feet

Weight 8,600 lbs

Ferris Wheel:

Height: 40 feet

Width: 8 feet

Picture Frame:

Height: 6 feet

Width: 8 feet

Paint Brush: 12 feet tall

Palette: 4 foot diameter


Media Contact:
Shant Apelian
MGM Resorts Public Relations
(702) 891-1887 (office)
Sapelian01@mgmresorts.com

High-resolution images can be found at http://pitch.pe/148926. Appointments for photo shoots and tapings are available upon request.

- Wednesday, November 30, 2011

ABC’s THE BACHELORETTE HEADLINES IN LAS VEGAS AT ABC’s THE BACHELORETTE BELLAGIO, MONTE CARLO AND MANDALAY BAY

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 24, 2011

Tune in to ABC Monday, May 30 at 8 p.m. PST

Las Vegas – Bellagio Resort & Casino, Monte Carlo Resort and Casino and Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino will host three spectacular dates in the second episode of The Bachelorette Monday, May 30 at 8 p.m. PST. The three MGM Resorts International properties will provide the incredible settings for two one-on-one dates as well as a unique group date with the newest Bachelorette, the energetic and vivacious Ashley Hebert, who is ready to start a new life with a soulmate she might soon meet. Hebert will get a second chance at love on the seventh edition of The Bachelorette.

The iconic AAA Five Diamond Bellagio set the scene for Hebert’s first one-on-one date where she and a lucky bachelor planned a real Las Vegas wedding day which included stops at Jean Philippe Pâtisserie, a Parisian-style pastry shop where some of the most elaborate wedding cakes in the world are created and displayed; Fred Leighton, the home of exquisite collections of rare and extraordinary jewelry; and the Bellagio Wedding Chapel. The date culminated with a romantic, first-of-its-kind private dinner on the extraordinary Fountains of Bellagio.

Monte Carlo, the award-winning resort and casino, hosted the episode’s group date as 12 men showed off their best dance moves for Hebert as they auditioned for a once-in-a-lifetime experience to appear on stage with her and the world-famous dance crew Jabbawockeez. Dressed in expressionless white masks and gloves, Jabbawockeez, the original champions of MTV’s “Randy Jackson Presents America’s Best Dance Crew,” perform their critically-acclaimed show, “MÜS.I.C.” five nights a week at the Monte Carlo Theater.

The luxurious destination resort Mandalay Bay set the perfect backdrop for the bachelorette’s last Vegas one-on-one date. Hebert took the lucky bachelor on a wine-inspired excursion that could only take place in the stunning four-story wine tower at Aureole, concluding with a romantic stop in the depths of Shark Reef Aquarium. The couple was then treated to a private dinner in a spectacular Mandalay Bay suite with an inspiring Las Vegas Strip view to set the mood. The bachelorette provided a final surprise for her date with an exclusive concert at the stunning Mandalay Bay Beach by chart-topping pop singer/songwriter Colbie Caillat.

The Bachelorette airs at 8/7 p.m. Central on ABC. For more information on The Bachelorette, visit http://abc.go.com/shows/the-bachelor. To learn more about Bellagio, Monte Carlo and Mandalay Bay, visit www.bellagio.com, www.montecarlo.com and www.mandalaybay.com, respectively.

About Bellagio Resort & Casino
Inspired by the beautiful villages of Europe, the AAA Five Diamond Bellagio overlooks a Mediterranean-blue, eight-acre lake, where fountains perform a magnificent aquatic ballet choreographed to music and lights. Within Bellagio are award-winning dining experiences including two AAA Five Diamond restaurants, Julian Serrano's Picasso and Le Cirque from the renowned Maccioni family. The resort’s retail promenade, Via Bellagio, includes the luxury shops of Giorgio Armani, Gucci, Tiffany & Co., Prada, Fred Leighton, Chanel, Dior and Fendi. A world-class art gallery, the exquisite Conservatory & Botanical Gardens, the stunning “O” by Cirque du Soleil®, a luxurious spa and salon and an elegant casino all add to the extraordinary Bellagio experience. Bellagio is a wholly owned subsidiary of MGM Resorts International™. For more information and reservations, visit www.bellagio.com or call toll free at (888) 987-6667.

About Monte Carlo Resort and Casino
The AAA Four Diamond Monte Carlo offers guests unpretentious luxury at affordable prices. The resort features 2,992 deluxe rooms and suites, including the exclusive HOTEL32 located on the resort’s top floor; a lush pool area with a lazy river, wave pool and cascading waterfalls; more than 24,000 square feet of meeting and conference space, and a relaxing spa and salon. Monte Carlo is home to the world-famous dance crew Jabbawockeez, the award-winning French cuisine of Andre’s, and an array of scintillating restaurants, bars and lounges including The Pub at Monte Carlo, BRAND Steakhouse and Diablo’s Cantina. Monte Carlo is a wholly owned subsidiary of MGM Resorts International™. For more information and reservations, visit www.montecarlo.com or call toll free at (888) 529-4828.

About Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino
Mandalay Bay, a AAA Four Diamond award-winning destination resort, is set on 60 lush acres with 4,752 rooms and suites and THEhotel, a stand-alone all-suite hotel which offers 1,117 luxurious one-bedroom suites. Mandalay Bay Beach, an 11-acre tropical pool paradise, features real sand, a wave pool and the only climate-controlled, poolside gaming in the city. Other property highlights include performances of Disney’s THE LION KING, world-class entertainment at the 12,000-seat Mandalay Bay Events Center, award-winning dining by celebrity chefs and restaurateurs, exhilarating nightlife, Shark Reef Aquarium and the 1.7-million-square-foot Mandalay Bay Convention Center. Mandalay Bay’s offerings also include BATHHOUSE Spa, House of Blues Concert Hall and restaurant, and The Shoppes at Mandalay Place, a collection of unique boutiques and restaurants. Mandalay Bay is a wholly owned subsidiary of MGM Resorts International™. For more information and reservations, visit www.mandalaybay.com or call toll free at (877) 632-7800.


About The Bachelorette
In the hit primetime romance reality series The Bachelorette, one lucky woman gets the opportunity to find the man of her dreams — and hopefully her groom-to-be — in this reality series. This single, very eligible bachelorette — a confident, successful and sensitive woman who is ready to find love — will embark on a romantic journey as she meets 25 handsome and intelligent men. As the Bachelorette gets to know each one, she'll continue to narrow the field. They will travel to exotic locations and spend time getting to know each other; she will introduce them to her family and friends and meet some of theirs. At the end of her romantic voyage, if she has found Mr. Right, will there be a proposal, from whom – and will she say yes? Hosted by Chris Harrison, The Bachelorette is produced by Next Entertainment in association with Warner Horizon Television.

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Media Contact:
Katharine Sherrer
MGM Resorts International Public Relations
702-891-1815
ksherrer01@mgmresorts.com

- Wednesday, November 30, 2011

SPRING ARRIVES AT BELLAGIO’S CONSERVATORY & BOTANICAL GARDENS

“Carnival in the Garden” Features Carousel, Ferris Wheel and Butterflies on Display Through May 8

To celebrate the debut of spring, Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens feature a spectacular floral exhibition filled with bright blooms and a playful carnival, on display through May 8.

Four enchanting gardens lure guests with scents of tulips, hydrangeas and daisies, while a colorful Ferris wheel, moving carousel and greenhouse full of beautiful butterflies catch the eye and lift the spirit.

At the entrance of the Conservatory, guests are invited to stroll through a romantic walkway lined with eight lamp posts and Linden trees with dazzling lights strung above. Nearby, a moving 11-foot tall carousel makes its Conservatory debut. Weighing more than 8,600 pounds, the carnival favorite is adorned with 330 clear bulbs and colorful acrylic balloons as a cedar ticket booth completes the whimsical scene.

Steps away, a 40-foot full-scale Ferris wheel decorated with animated lighting, captures the nostalgia and spirit of a spring carnival.

The majestic centerpiece of this exhibit is a stone-based rustic greenhouse that houses more than 500 live butterflies from around the world. Nearby, a “fantasy” tree decorated with cherry blossoms soars 25 feet overhead as its spiraled branches reach for the spring sky revealed by the venue’s all-glass ceiling. Illustrating the sculptural beauty of nature, the tree is first formed into a metal skeleton and then covered with more than 420,000 feet of tightly woven willow branches. Two elegant egrets guard their nest on the banks of a small pond while oversized butterflies, comprised of flax & onion seeds, strawflowers and sweet rice, hang vibrantly overhead.

In conjunction with the Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art’s new exhibit “A Sense of Place: Landscapes from Monet to Hockney,” debuting on April 16, the Conservatory has created an interpretation of David Hockney’s Garrowby Hill (1998) using a colorful array of flora. Located in the Giardini corner, the recreated painting is fitted within a 6-foot tall elaborately carved frame accompanied by a 12-foot wood tapered painter’s brush and oversized paint palette with simulated smeared oil paints.

The spring exhibit within Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens is complimentary to the public and open seven days a week, 24 hours a day.

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Spring Exhibit Facts

Display dates: March 13–May 8

Total flowers on display per week: 9,620

Total flowers on display for duration of the exhibit: 86,580

Fantasy tree:
Made of 420,000 feet of Salix trianda willow
Height: 25 feet
Width: 22 feet
Weight 3,300 lbs

Carousel:
Height: 11 feet
Width: 18 feet
Weight 8,600 lbs

Ferris Wheel:
Height: 40 feet
Width: 8 feet

Picture Frame:
Height: 6 feet
Width: 8 feet
Paint Brush: 12 feet tall

Palette: 4 foot diameter

For a complete interactive release, please visit:
http://pitch.pe/132495

Media Contact:
Shant Apelian
MGM Resorts Public Relations
(702) 891-1887
sapelian01@mgmresorts.com

- Wednesday, November 30, 2011

SBE AND BELLAGIO BRING AWARD-WINNING HYDE LOUNGE TO LAS VEGAS

Hyde Lounge Bellagio Marks Highly Anticipated Debut of sbe Nightlife in Las Vegas

(Los Angeles, CA) – sbe, an industry-leading hospitality, real estate development and lifestyle company, and Bellagio Resort & Casino, the world’s preeminent hospitality brand, today announced the expansion of the award-winning Hyde Lounge nightlife brand into the Las Vegas market.

Occupying the Fontana Bar location and overlooking the iconic Fountains of Bellagio, Hyde Lounge Bellagio will mark the first-ever nightlife experience in Las Vegas from sbe and globally acclaimed design icon Philippe Starck. sbe Founder, Chairman and CEO Sam Nazarian will collaborate with Bellagio to deliver this spectacular 12,000 square foot, indoor/outdoor venue, set for a New Year’s Eve 2011 grand opening.

“The move to bring the Hyde Lounge brand to Bellagio underscores the dynamic partnership forged between sbe and MGM Resorts International,” said Sam Nazarian. “Together we’ve secured one of Vegas’ most prestigious locations, and will usher in a new and definitive chapter in nightlife on The Strip.”

Randy Morton, President & COO of Bellagio, said, “Bellagio is committed to offering our guests the very best in hospitality and entertainment; this partnership with Hyde Lounge Bellagio reinforces that in uncompromising fashion. Hyde Lounge will introduce our guests to an entertainment experience that is unrivaled not only in Las Vegas, but worldwide.”

Since opening in 1998, the AAA Five Diamond Bellagio has established a new standard for inspired elegance and luxury hospitality. Hyde Lounge Bellagio will offer the resort’s only seamless indoor/outdoor nightlife venue, evoking the legendary nightclubs of St. Tropez such as La Caves and Billionaires Club.

sbe and Philippe Starck have tapped award-winning Icelandic architect/designer Gulla Jonsdottir, of Los Angeles-based G+ Design, to collaborate with Starck in conceptualizing and executing the vision for Hyde Lounge Bellagio. Jonsdottir’s most recent projects include the lauded Red O restaurant in Los Angeles, which Esquire magazine named “Best Design” in November 2010, and Hollywood’s hottest new nightclubs, MyStudio and Roxbury.

Just as Bellagio has become the market leader and trendsetter in Las Vegas, Hyde Lounge has also experienced a similar rise to prominence in Southern California. Beginning with Hyde Lounge Hollywood, sbe has expanded the brand to include locations at Staples Center in Downtown Los Angeles, at Mammoth Mountain and Hyde Beach, coming to South Beach, Miami in 2012.

Hyde Lounge Bellagio will operate as an exclusive lounge until 10 PM and then dramatically transform into a nightclub. The renovations will expand the size of the terrace with gorgeous views overlooking the Fountains of Bellagio. Additionally, Hyde Lounge Bellagio will feature sbe’s award-winning mixology program.

Construction of Hyde Lounge Bellagio will begin at the end of May 2011, coinciding with an upcoming renovation to Hyde Lounge Hollywood. Both renovations are scheduled for completion in December 2011.

For more information, please visit www.sbe.com.

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ABOUT BELLAGIO

Inspired by the beautiful villages of Europe, the AAA Five Diamond Bellagio overlooks a Mediterranean-blue, eight-acre lake in which fountains perform a magnificent aquatic ballet choreographed to music and lights. Within Bellagio are award-winning dining experiences including two AAA Five Diamond restaurants, Julian Serrano's Picasso and Le Cirque from the renowned Maccioni family. The resort’s retail promenade, Via Bellagio, includes the luxury shops of Giorgio Armani, Gucci, Tiffany & Co., Prada, Fred Leighton, Chanel, Dior, Yves Saint Laurent and Fendi. A world-class art gallery, the exquisite Conservatory & Botanical Gardens, the stunning “O” by Cirque du Soleil®, a luxurious spa and salon and an elegant casino all add to the extraordinary Bellagio experience. Bellagio is a wholly owned subsidiary of MGM Resorts International™. For more information and reservations, visit the Web site at www.bellagio.com, or call toll free at (888) 987-6667.



ABOUT SBE

Founded in 2002, Los Angeles-based sbe brings exquisite balance to the worlds of hospitality, real estate development and events. As a privately held company founded and helmed by CEO Sam Nazarian, sbe acquires, develops and manages exceptional projects through its divisions – Hotels, Restaurants, Nightlife, Real Estate & Events. With a mission to redefine standards of excellence and innovation, sbe has harnessed the creativity and innovation of the best minds in the business, including design visionary Philippe Starck, with whom the company has an exclusive agreement for the creation of hotels, restaurants and lounges in the U.S., Canada, Caribbean and Mexico. sbe’s Restaurant and Nightlife division constantly stays ahead of the curve, creating and expanding trend-setting restaurant and nightlife concepts, which currently include 4 Katsuya locations (Hollywood, Brentwood, Downtown at LA LIVE, Glendale, Laguna Beach), XIV by Michael Mina, The Bazaar by José Andrés, Cleo, Gladstones, MI-6, 3 Hyde Lounge locations (Hollywood, Staples Center, Mammoth Mountain), The Abbey Food & Bar, INDUSTRY and The Colony. As the cornerstone of its synergistic approach, sbe has also completely rethought and re-imagined the luxury hotel experience. sbe debuted its luxury hotel brand, SLS Hotels, with the Fall 2008 opening of SLS Hotel at Beverly Hills, a Starwood Luxury Collection Hotel which has won international acclaim and numerous awards. Most recently, sbe launched its second hotel brand, The Redbury, located in the heart of Hollywood. Also in the sbe Hotel collection are Miami’s Ritz Plaza Hotel, Las Vegas’ Sahara Hotel & Casino and Four Points by Sheraton LAX. More information about sbe can be obtained at www.sbe.com.

Press Contacts:
Robbie McKay
sbe
Robbie.mckay@gmail.com
310.845.5520

Scott Ghertner
MGM Resorts International
sghertner@mgmresorts.com
702.891.1818

- Wednesday, February 02, 2011

MGM RESORTS INTERNATIONAL EXPANDS MOBILE APP SERVICES TO GOOGLE’S ANDROID & RIM’S BLACKBERRY OPERATING SYSTEMS

Twelve Free Las Vegas Resort & Entertainment Apps Now Available on Additional Smartphones

LAS VEGAS,-- MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) (www.mgmresorts.com) recently launched 12 free applications on Google's Android and is set to launch them on Research In Motion's BlackBerry OS in March. Previously only available on iTunes, the expansion into additional operating systems allows MGM Resorts International to deliver new ways to explore its Las Vegas hotels and attractions for a broader customer base.

"We've created a dynamic new way to engage our guests with a convenient information and reservation system and the response on iTunes so far has been incredible with more than 200,000 downloads," said Scott Voeller, Vice President of Brand Strategy and Advertising for MGM Resorts. "The overwhelming popularity of Smartphones initially motivated us to create the apps for iPhones, but the opportunity to reach more guests with exclusive offers and content and also receive their direct feedback encouraged us to expand to Android and BlackBerry users." Feature-rich resort applications for ARIA, Bellagio, MGM Grand, Mandalay Bay, The Mirage, Monte Carlo, New York-New York, Luxor, Excalibur, and Circus Circus in Las Vegas and Beau Rivage in Biloxi, Mississippi deliver some of the world's most immersive interactive resort experiences currently available. In addition to the resort apps, MGM Resorts and MacroView Labs developed "Entertainment of Las Vegas," an app expressly designed to deliver video previews, show times, event calendars, directions and the ability to purchase tickets to all of MGM Resorts' Las Vegas entertainment and attractions.

RESORT APPS: ARIA, Bellagio, MGM Grand, Mandalay Bay, The Mirage, Monte Carlo, New York-New York, Luxor, Excalibur, Circus Circus and Beau Rivage
Developed by MacroView Labs

Key Features: Using your resort app, you can access photos, videos and information to help you decide what to do during your Las Vegas adventure, and book it all with one-touch functionality.
• Preview videos of shows, grab last-minute tickets, even check seating charts
• Bookmark your favorite activities to create itineraries for your trip
• Use GPS maps and indoor casino maps to quickly get you where you want to go
• Order room service, browse restaurant menus and make reservations from anywhere
• Review rules for casino games or join the M life Players Club
• Email any page or offer to a friend
• Enjoy targeted content and deals based on your location
• Check local weather
• Preview and reserve rooms at the hotels
• For special events, work with your host property to load passcode-protected content viewable only to your attendees, including program schedules, party photos and more
• Preview event space
• Check out the clubs, bars and nightlife
• Rate any of the featured services at the resort
• See information in French, German, Italian, Japanese or Spanish
• View the resort's live Twitter feed for deals, special events and more

ENTERTAINMENT OF LAS VEGAS
Developed by MacroView Labs and MGM Resorts International

Key Features: Explore shows, nightclubs and attractions at Bellagio, ARIA Resort & Casino, MGM Grand, Mandalay Bay, Monte Carlo, New York-New York, Excalibur, Circus Circus, Luxor and The Mirage.
• Enjoy location-specific content that changes depending on where you are
• Find top stand-up comedy acts, Cirque du Soleil shows, the Lion Habitat, the Shark Reef Aquarium, and all the best activities and shows right here
• Access overhead custom GPS maps of The Strip and get exact directions to where you want to go
• Use the embedded smart-search bar to find content by keyword
• Bookmark any page to create your own entertainment favorites
• Let your voice be heard – comment about your trip or rate any of the featured services
• Check out the live entertainment Twitter feed right from the app or send any page in the app to a friend

- Thursday, January 13, 2011

MGM RESORTS LAUNCHES UNPARALLELED ‘LIVE THE M LIFE’ SWEEPSTAKES

Launch Coincides with Introduction of M life Loyalty Program,
Offering Exclusive Access to Unrivaled Resorts Across U.S.

LAS VEGAS (January 11, 2011) – To celebrate the nationwide debut of its M life loyalty program, MGM Resorts International is launching the unequaled Live the M life Sweepstakes, an 11-week contest with once-in-a-lifetime prizes that offer a glimpse into M life member benefits. Serving as the overarching consumer rewards brand for MGM Resorts’ properties in Las Vegas, Mississippi and Detroit, M life focuses on experiential rewards, leveraging a collection of amenities no other resort group can offer.

All individuals 21 and older can enter the Live the M life Sweepstakes through www.mlife.com or via the new M life mobile app for smart phones. Weekly prizes include:
• Exclusive Access to the World Premiere of Michael Jackson’s Immortal World Tour: Enjoy Mandalay Bay suite accommodations, dinner, two VIP premiere tickets and a backstage tour of this much-anticipated Cirque du Soleil production that unfolds inside the creative mind of the King of Pop.
• Ultimate High Roller Vegas Weekend: Stay in an unbelievable high roller Sky Suite at ARIA Resort & Casino overlooking the Las Vegas Strip; receive gaming lessons and a private, in-room dining experience with chef and butler service.
• Rock Star Weekend in Vegas: Live the life of a rock star including a two-night stay in a lavish suite, dinner and two VIP tickets to see legendary music group Bon Jovi at MGM Grand.
• Star Treatment for the American Idol Finale and LA Getaway: Enjoy a two-day trip to the final performance night and results show finale of American Idol at Hollywood’s Kodak Theatre including airfare, hotel accommodations and transportation in LA.
• Cirque du Soleil Weekend Spectacular: Celebrate two of the world’s greatest musical icons with premium tickets to Viva ELVIS at ARIA and The Beatles LOVE at The Mirage, backstage passes, suite accommodations, and VIP treatment at GOLD Lounge and The Beatles REVOLUTION Lounge.
• Celebrity Chef Culinary Extravaganza: Dine your way through a four-day, three-night culinary experience at the AAA Five Diamond Bellagio as you mingle with acclaimed celebrity chefs who will indulge you with their signature, world-class cuisine for lunch and dinner each day.
• Knockout Treatment during a Vegas Fight Night: Revel in the action with two premium ringside seats to any 2011 boxing match or MMA fight held at MGM Grand or Mandalay Bay; VIP credentials for fighter meet-and-greets, weigh-ins and press conferences; suite accommodations and dinner.
• Golf Extravaganza at the Michael Jordan Celebrity Invitational Golf Tournament: Rub elbows with celebrities and pro golfers as you enjoy privileged access to this exclusive tournament, including VIP viewing, access to star-filled private functions including opening reception and Jamie Foxx concert; as well as two premium tickets to Viva ELVIS by Cirque du Soleil at ARIA.
• Gold Strike’s SEC Football Tailgating Experience (Tunica, Miss.): Enjoy the ultimate College Football Experience just minutes away from Gold Strike at the historic Ole Miss Campus. A day of tailgating in the world-famous "Grove" and hard-hitting action of SEC Football awaits you, accompanied by fine dining at some of Mississippi’s best restaurants.
• Detroit Tigers Baseball Weekend at MGM Grand Detroit: Experience America’s favorite pastime with luxury suite tickets to watch the Detroit Tigers wreak havoc on the American League. After the game, enjoy a three-night stay in a luxury Corner Suite at MGM Grand Detroit, with treatment usually reserved for the Detroit Tigers themselves!
• Beau Rivage's Gulf Coast Experience: Get hooked on the Gulf of Mexico as you enjoy a full day of off-shore fishing with Beau Rivage's guided Deep Sea Fishing excursion. Then enjoy your catch prepared in a private dining room in a gourmet restaurant. You'll be pampered in a suite overlooking the Gulf for two nights and all meals are included.
• Two Grand Prizes – Build Your Vegas Adventure: Customize your ideal Vegas vacation choosing from the best resorts, restaurants, spas, shows and attractions in the city. Mix and match experiences at ARIA, Bellagio, MGM Grand, Mandalay Bay, The Mirage, Monte Carlo, New York-New York, Luxor and Excalibur. The adventure is yours to create!

M LIFE FEATURES

M life offers members one-of-a-kind experiences, insider privileges, personalized rewards, transparency and an aspirational tiered approach with escalating earning potential. MGM Resorts plans to expand M life to include benefits and rewards for non-gaming activity later in 2011.

Members have the convenience of carrying one card to earn points and redeem rewards at 15 participating MGM Resorts’ properties, including ARIA, Bellagio, Vdara, MGM Grand, The Signature at MGM Grand, Mandalay Bay, THEhotel at Mandalay Bay, The Mirage, Monte Carlo, New York-New York, Luxor and Excalibur in Las Vegas; Gold Strike and Beau Rivage in Mississippi; and MGM Grand Detroit.

“The launch of M life Players Club provides our guests with an unmatched level of service, amenities and special access across our unrivaled portfolio of resorts,” said Jim Murren, Chairman and CEO of MGM Resorts International. “Tier levels, transparency and ease-of-use are what our customers wanted. We listened and created a program that offers that and so much more, while unifying all of our resorts within a single rewards program.”

Among M life’s key membership benefits:
• Ease of Use. Carry one card to play at 12 MGM Resorts properties
• Privileged Access. Earn privileges at 15 MGM Resorts in the U.S. including three non-gaming properties
• Tier Levels. Elevate your way through Tier Levels to enjoy escalating rewards. New members start at the Sapphire Tier Level and move up to Pearl, Gold and Platinum, respectively
• Increasing Rewards. Cash in on special hotel discounts and comps, access to pre-sale show tickets, members-only events, priority reservations, room upgrades, VIP services and more; as members move up to new Tier Levels, they’ll enjoy greater rewards and earn them faster
• Bragging Rights. Through M life moments, enjoy exclusive experiences such as choosing The Fountains of Bellagio songs for a day, enjoying a cameo in a Cirque du Soleil production, taking cooking lessons with a celebrity chef, and more
• Choose Your Comp. Immediately comp yourself using Express Comps™ at participating MGM Resorts’ restaurants and entertainment venues. Rewards appear as dollars at the venue, making redemption transparent and simple
• Play Longer. POINTPlay® can be redeemed for Express Comps™ and FREEPLAY® at favorite slot machines making the fun last longer. Players may redeem slot points when and where they want – even on the slot machine they’re using – no waiting in line
• Rewards, Just for You. Using proprietary technology, MGM Resorts now can create personalized reward offers for guests based on individual preferences
• Total Transparency. Players can instantly view rewards via mlife.com, M life Express Kiosks at select properties, on slot machines and the M life mobile app

Bill Hornbuckle, Chief Marketing Officer of MGM Resorts, said, “M life was created as a way for our guests to enjoy the world-class amenities at our peerless properties with the ease of carrying only one card. From a gaming perspective, the new tiers provide our guests with something to aspire to as they enjoy the rewards and benefits at each level.”

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For More Information:
Natalie Mounier
Kirvin Doak Communications
702-737-3100
nmounier@kirvindoak.com

Sandy Zanella
MGM Resorts International
702-604-4124 zanellas@mgmresorts.com

- Monday, November 29, 2010

BELLAGIO HONORED AS TOP LAS VEGAS RESORT WITH 10th CONSECUTIVE AAA FIVE DIAMOND AWARD

Five Celebrated Bellagio Restaurants Also Recognized by Distinguished AAA Awards

LAS VEGAS – Bellagio has been awarded the prestigious AAA Five Diamond Award for the tenth consecutive year. With its unsurpassed service, world-class dining and luxurious amenities, Bellagio is the first resort in Las Vegas to ever reach this amazing milestone and the only hotel in the America to have two AAA Five Diamond restaurants under one roof.

“The AAA Five Diamond Award has been the most coveted symbol of excellence in the travel industry since its inception in 1977 and we are incredibly honored to be recognized for the tenth year in a row,” said Randy Morton, President and COO of Bellagio. “We could not have achieved this without our outstanding employees who work around the clock to provide superior service to our guests.”
Bellagio continues to be the only resort in the United States to be home to two AAA Five Diamond restaurants. Joining Bellagio in making Las Vegas history, Julian Serrano’s renowned restaurant Picasso garnered its tenth AAA Five Diamond Award this year while Le Cirque has earned the distinction for the eighth consecutive year. Further adding to its dining accolades, Bellagio’s Prime Steakhouse, Jasmine, Michael Mina and Sensi all earned the AAA Four Diamond Award.

Ana Marie Mormandano, Vice President of Food & Beverage at Bellagio, said, “There is only one place in America that you can find world-famous chefs, unrivaled fare and the epitome of luxury under one roof. We uphold the highest standards for fresh ingredients, unique menus and worldly experiences that give our guests a culinary adventure unlike any other.”

Bellagio was the first Las Vegas hotel and casino to ever receive the AAA Five Diamond award in 2001 and continues to offer unsurpassed excellence. Inspired by the beautiful villages of Europe, the AAA Five Diamond Bellagio overlooks a Mediterranean-blue lake in which the Fountains of Bellagio perform their magnificent aquatic ballet. Award-winning dining, a world-class art gallery, the exquisite Conservatory & Botanical Gardens, Cirque du Soleil’s stunning production of “O,” a sumptuous spa and salon and exclusive luxury shopping all work together to compose the symphony that is Bellagio.

To be considered for AAA rating and approval, restaurants and lodgings undergo a thorough evaluation by AAA/CAA’s full-time tourism inspectors. Five Diamond establishments go through a much more extensive review. AAA experts judge lodgings on the exterior of the facility, public areas, guest rooms, amenities and bathrooms. Restaurants are evaluated on criteria including food, service, décor and ambiance.
Bellagio is a wholly owned subsidiary of MGM Resorts International.

For more information and reservations, visit the resort’s website, www.bellagio.com or call toll free (888) 987-6667.

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Media Contact:
Kate Whiteley
Kirvin Doak Communications
(702) 737-3100 x 117
kwhiteley@kirvindoak.com

- Monday, November 15, 2010

MGM RESORTS INTERNATIONAL NAMED AS RECIPIENT OF 2010 TRAVEL + LEISURE GLOBAL VISION AWARD

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

MGM RESORTS INTERNATIONAL NAMED AS RECIPIENT OF
2010 TRAVEL + LEISURE GLOBAL VISION AWARD

Prestigious Award Recognizes CityCenter for Pioneering Achievements and Contributions
to Improve the World Through Sustainable Travel

LAS VEGAS – November 11, 2010 – MGM Resorts International, a global leader in bringing sustainability to the hospitality industry, announced today that Travel + Leisure named the Company as a recipient of its 2010 Global Vision Award for the contributions CityCenter is making to improving the world through travel. CityCenter garnered six LEED Gold Certifications, and at 18 million square feet, is the largest environmentally sustainable, mixed-use construction development in the world.

“We are extremely proud of this award and honored that Travel + Leisure has recognized the quality and leadership that MGM Resorts International represents when it comes to environmental sustainability,” said Cindy Ortega, Senior Vice President of the Energy and Environmental Services Division at MGM Resorts International. “CityCenter is a perfect example of how we are driving a new paradigm of sustainability in Las Vegas and the hospitality industry in general, and we remain committed to improving these efforts at all of our properties each and every day. Most importantly, this award is a true testament to the talent of our employees who are personally driving our environmental responsibility vision forward.”

The 2010 Global Vision Award is one of several impressive industry awards that the Company has received for its sustainability efforts. Earlier this month, Newsweek named MGM Resorts International to its annual Green Rankings list as the highest-rated company in the gaming and casino space. In July of this year, the Green Key Global Eco-Rating Program recognized 12 MGM Resorts properties for their exceptional efforts in “greening” their business operations. This includes ARIA Resort & Casino, Vdara Hotel & Spa and Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino, which are three of only four properties in the United States to have received 5 Keys, the highest honor of the Eco-Rating Program.

Travel + Leisure's annual Global Vision Awards honor the companies and organizations that are harnessing travel to positively impact our world. According to the 2010 Global Vision Awards, MGM Resorts was honored because, even though Las Vegas may seem like an unlikely paragon of sustainability, CityCenter is anything but conventional. This leadership is reflected in CityCenter’s cutting-edge green-building techniques and how it is giving classic Vegas luxuries a new twist. But the sheer scale of CityCenter’s accomplishments is what is most notable. The development’s efficiency initiatives alone save an estimated 94 million kWh of energy and 50 million gallons of water each year, making it a clear leader in improving the world through sustainable travel.

The winners of the Global Vision Awards were chosen by an esteemed panel of seven judges, including Nobel-prize winning economist Dr. Joseph Stiglitz; model, designer, and goodwill ambassador for the World Health Organization Liya Kebede; and Oscar-winning documentarian (The Cove) Louie Psihoyos. The winners are recognized in five categories—conservation, sustainability, preservation, development, and leadership—and represent the latest and best examples of the power of travel as an engine of positive change.



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About MGM Resorts International
MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) is one of the world's leading global hospitality companies, operating a peerless portfolio of destination resort brands, including Bellagio, MGM Grand, Mandalay Bay and The Mirage. The Company has significant holdings in gaming, hospitality and entertainment, owns and operates 15 properties located in Nevada, Mississippi and Michigan, and has 50% investments in four other properties in Nevada, Illinois and Macau. One of those investments is CityCenter, an unprecedented urban resort destination on the Las Vegas Strip featuring its centerpiece ARIA Resort & Casino. Through its hospitality management subsidiary, the Company holds a growing number of development and management agreements for casino and non-casino resort projects around the world. MGM Resorts International supports responsible gaming and has implemented the American Gaming Association's Code of Conduct for Responsible Gaming at its gaming properties. The Company has been honored with numerous awards and recognitions for its industry-leading Diversity Initiative, its community philanthropy programs and the Company’s commitment to sustainable development and operations. For more information about MGM Resorts International, visit the Company's Web site at www.mgmresorts.com.

About Travel + Leisure
With an eye for the authentic, the innovative, and the irresistible, Travel + Leisure (www.travelandleisure.com, @travlandleisure) fuses expert reporting on culture, food, style, and design with stunning photography, transporting readers to the places—and the travel experiences—that matter now. T+L, the monthly title from American Express Publishing and the long-standing authority in its field, has the largest audience of any travel magazine and is an indispensable guide for global nomads. Travel + Leisure has a network of international editions, including Travel + Leisure Mexico, Travel + Leisure Turkey, Travel + Leisure China, Travel + Leisure South Asia, and Travel + Leisure Southeast Asia.

For More Information:
Gordon Absher, MGM Resorts International
gabsher@mgmresorts.com; 702-650-6945

- Wednesday, November 03, 2010

THE ART OF RICHARD MACDONALD PRESENTED BY CIRQUE DU SOLEIL FINE ART GALLERY ANNOUCES NEW LOCATION NOW OPEN AT BELLAGIO

THE ART OF RICHARD MACDONALD
PRESENTED BY CIRQUE DU SOLEIL FINE ART GALLERY ANNOUCES NEW LOCATION NOW OPEN AT BELLAGIO

LAS VEGAS – October 2010 – Cirque du Soleil® is proud to announce the opening of their
third Las Vegas fine art gallery, The Art of Richard MacDonald Presented by Cirque du Soleil®, located across from the Conservatory and Botanical Gardens at Bellagio. With
the warmth of stone as a backdrop, the intimate scale of this space will showcase one of a kind, rare and limited edition works by celebrated bronze sculptor Richard MacDonald. The open, glass encased corner location creates a jewel box setting for works of art that will intrigue the passerby and invite the viewer into the world of the sculptor’s imagination.

"Wonderful art has been synonymous with the Bellagio experience since we first opened
in 1998. We are delighted to extend our relationship with Richard MacDonald and Cirque du Soleil into this prominent location where thousands of our guests will be
exposed to these extraordinary works each day." - Randy Morton, President & COO of Bellagio.

The Art of Richard MacDonald
presented by Cirque du Soleil was
born out of a relationship between
Guy Laliberté, founder of Cirque du
Soleil, and Richard MacDonald, a
master of figurative sculpture.
MacDonald feels that he and
Laliberté are “similar in life-long
creative goals.” His work focuses on
the spectrum of performing life,
capturing a fleeting moment in time and immortalizing the grace, strength, joy and discipline of dancers and acrobats. His work shares the creativity and imagination that fuels Cirque du Soleil and conveys MacDonald’s sense of energy and passion.

To present the full diversity of Richard MacDonald's collection in Las Vegas we invite you to visit each of our three unique galleries. First is the beautiful 3,600 square foot gallery at Crystals in CityCenter featuring a 40-foot waterwall, split face stone walls and
dynamic steel curved niches. Next, located inside the "O" Theatre Lobby at Bellagio, this gallery features a stunning 8,000 square feet under a stone barrel vault ceiling presenting over twenty bronze heroic works along with sculpture that immortalize the
grace, strength, joy and discipline of dancers and acrobats. Now complemented by the newest location at Bellagio, across from the Atrium, these unique spaces feature
over 100 bronze sculptures, as well as an extensive collection of original drawings and paintings by the artist.

The new location at Bellagio will be open Sunday thru Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. and Thursday thru Saturday 10 a.m. to midnight. For more information please
call 702-730-3930 or visit theartofrichardmacdonald.com

About Cirque du Soleil
From a group of 20 street performers at its beginnings in 1984, Cirque du Soleil is now a
major international organization providing high-quality artistic entertainment. Since its
founding, Cirque du Soleil has thrilled over 100 million spectators in close to 300 cities on
five continents. In Las Vegas, Cirque du Soleil has a privileged partnership with MGM
Resorts International to create and present unique and innovative productions. These
productions include Mystère™ at Treasure Island, Zumanity™ the Sensual Side of Cirque
du Soleil at New York-New York Hotel & Casino™, KÀ™ at MGM Grand, The Beatles™
LOVE at The Mirage, CRISS ANGEL Believe™ at Luxor and Viva ELVIS™ at ARIA Resort &
Casino™ at CityCenter. For more information, visit the Cirque du Soleil website at
www.cirquedusoleil.com/lasvegas.

About Richard MacDonald
Richard MacDonald is world-renowned for art that reveals a profound understanding of
the human experience and which celebrates the ascendancy of the human spirit. One of the greatest living sculptors, MacDonald works only with live models, observing and
interpreting from the dynamic and graceful beauty of the human form. His art is sensitive and timeless and when cast in bronze becomes a lasting legacy. MacDonald's
work has been exhibited worldwide including Japan, Korea, Italy, the Corcoran Gallery in Washington D.C. and can be seen in galleries throughout the United States. For more information on the artist visit www.richardmacdonald.com.

Bellagio
Inspired by the beautiful villages of Europe, the AAA Five Diamond Bellagio overlooks a
Mediterranean-blue, eight-acre lake in which fountains perform a magnificent aquatic
ballet choreographed to music and lights. Within Bellagio are award-winning dining experiences including two AAA Five Diamond restaurants, Julian Serrano's Picasso and Le Cirque from the renowned Maccioni family. The resort’s retail promenade, Via
Bellagio, includes the luxury shops of Giorgio Armani, Gucci, Tiffany & Co., Prada, Fred Leighton, Chanel, Hermés, Dior, Yves Saint Laurent and Fendi. A world-class art gallery,
the exquisite Conservatory & Botanical Gardens, the stunning “O” by Cirque du Soleil®, a luxurious spa and salon and an elegant casino all add to the extraordinary Bellagio experience. Bellagio is a wholly owned subsidiary of MGM Resorts International™. For
more information and reservations, visit the Web site at www.bellagio.com, or call toll
free at (888) 987-6667.

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For more information:
Molly Ancell, Publicist, Cirque du Soleil
702-352-0225 ; molly.ancell@cirquedusoleil.com

- Wednesday, November 30, 2011

BELLAGIO GALLERY OF FINE ART LAUNCHES MONTHLY EVENT, ‘ART & WINE: A PERFECT PAIRING’

BELLAGIO GALLERY OF FINE ART
LAUNCHES MONTHLY EVENT, ‘ART & WINE: A PERFECT PAIRING’

Bellagio’s Director of Wine Pairs Fine Wine with Fine Art Beginning in November

LAS VEGAS – Wine pairings are not just for food anymore. Do you love art? Fine wine? Why not combine the two for an enjoyable evening discovering the worlds of wine and art and their many similarities at the new Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art (BGFA) event, “Art & Wine: A Perfect Pairing.” The kick-off event will be Wednesday, November 10, during BGFA’s popular “Locals’ Night.”

Jason Smith, Bellagio’s Director of Wine and one of four of the hotel’s Master Sommeliers, will pair wines from Bellagio’s cellar with artworks featured in the current exhibition, “Figuratively Speaking: A Survey of the Human Form.” Pairings will include Pierre-August Renoir, Young Algerian Woman Leaning on a Parapet, paired with Domaine de Triennes Viognier “St. Fleur” Cotes de Provence 2008, and Vik Muniz, Boy with a Pipe, After Pablo Picasso (Pictures of Pigment), paired with John Duval Shiraz “Plexus” Barossa Valley 2006.

“I have spent many years studying wine, and these events are pushing my wine knowledge to a whole new level,” Smith said. “‘Art & Wine: A Perfect Pairing’ not only allowed me to view the works of art from a different perspective, but it added a visual dimension to the joy of tasting wine.”

A unique way to experience BGFA’s world-class exhibitions again or for the first time, “Art & Wine: A Perfect Pairing” will be the second Wednesday of every month (upcoming dates include December 8 and January 12, 2011) and will feature art and pairings that will vary from champagne to tequila to possibly beer, depending on the inspiration. This special event will be from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., with an interactive wine and art conversation with Smith and BGFA Director Tarissa Tiberti beginning at 6 p.m. Ticket prices are $25 for BGFA members and $33 for non-members.

Tiberti said, “During this collaborative effort, we explored the many commonalities of art and wine. They are both subjective, evoke emotion and tend to be very personal. I’ve enjoyed the creative discussions we’ve had internally and look forward to having them with our guests as well.”

“Figuratively Speaking: A Survey of the Human Form” will be on view through January 9, 2011. Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art is open Sunday through Tuesday and Thursday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Last admissions are sold 30 minutes prior to closing.
Tickets are $15 for general admission, $12 for Nevada residents and seniors 65 and older, $10 for students, teachers and military with valid ID. Children 12 and younger are free. Tickets and information are available by calling (702) 693-7871 or (877) 957-9777, or online at www.bellagio.com or www.ticketmaster.com. Audio tours are included in the price of admission. Located adjacent to the gallery, The Gallery Store offers a selection of prints, books, stationery and unique gifts.


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Contact: Shant Apelian
MGM Resorts International Public Relations
(702) 891-1887
sapelian01@mgmresorts.com

- Wednesday, November 30, 2011

BELLAGIO INTRODUCES LAS VEGAS’ MOST STUNNING SUNDAY BRUNCH EXPERIENCE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Media Contact:
Suzie Rugh
MGM Resorts International
Public Relations
(702) 891-1810
srugh@mgmresorts.com
BELLAGIO INTRODUCES LAS VEGAS’ MOST STUNNING SUNDAY BRUNCH EXPERIENCE

Fountains Brunch at Jasmine Delights Senses by Pairing Delectable Gourmet Dishes with Breathtaking Visual of Resort’s Iconic Dancing Waters

LAS VEGAS – Bellagio has taken Sunday brunch to a new, delectable level offering a dining experience that combines gourmet and traditional brunch cuisine with an up-front view of its lake and world-renowned fountains. Fountains Brunch at Jasmine has redefined Sunday brunch in Las Vegas.

Upon arrival, guests are welcomed with a tempting Tableside Bakery Trio - a selection of miniature pastries, muffins and Danish, along with seasonal berries to tease the appetite - as patrons decide which of the many bars and stations they should visit first.

From there, guests may be drawn to the Lakeside Shellfish Bar offering seafood indulgences such as freshly shucked Oysters on the Half Shell with a tasty mignonette sauce; Alaskan Red King Crab deliciously presented with a red mango jalapeno sauce; Scottish Smoked or Citrus-Ginger and Sake-Cured Salmon, paired with traditional garnishes and mini-bagel chips; and American Caviar served with chive crème fraîche and buckwheat mini-waffles.

The sounds of cracking eggshells and sizzling hot pans may lead patrons to an Organic Egg Station where they can choose from Build-Your-Own Omelets to Eggs Benedict, served traditional, Florentine or lobster- potato cake style. Perhaps the mouth-watering aroma of Peking-style Duck, Roasted Prime Tenderloin or house-made sausage from the delectable Carving Station will tempt taste buds first.

“Between our extensive gourmet offerings, personal tableside touches and awe-inspiring fountain views, Jasmine is the spot for Sunday brunch in Las Vegas,” said Bellagio Vice President of Food & Beverage Ana Marie Mormando. “For anyone who appreciates great food in a beautiful setting, this experience is unparalleled on the Las Vegas Strip.”

For those who yearn for more choices, additional dining options abound. At the Cold Table, guests can partake in such distinctive dishes as White Asparagus Panna Cotta with watermelon caviar; Lobser and Scallop Shooter with papaya relish; and Kobe Beef Carpaccio-wrapped white asparagus with truffle emulsion. At the Hot Table, savory Mini-Lamb Meatball Brochettes, Dungeness Crab Cakes and Crystal Prawns tantalize. Other choices such as Nigiri and Maki Sushi, Pan-fried Asian Chicken Buns and an Asian Noodle Soup Station satisfy guests’ cravings for authentic Asian fare.

The meal’s sweet finale comes in the form of decadent desserts such as Chocolate Fondue, White and Dark Chocolate-dipped Strawberries, miniature French Pastries and an assortment of Truffles, Bon Bons and Tea Cookies.

Priced at $59 per person excluding tax, this unrivaled array of culinary delights combined with the dramatic beauty of Bellagio makes Fountains Brunch at Jasmine the premier Sunday brunch destination for Las Vegas visitors and locals alike. Service takes place Sunday from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Reservations are suggested. To secure seating, call Bellagio Restaurant Reservations at (866) 259-7111 or (702) 693-7223.

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- Wednesday, November 30, 2011

GREEN INITIATIVES BLOSSOM AT BELLAGIO’S CONSERVATORY & BOTANICAL GARDENS

Expert Horticulture Staff Implements Thriving Recycling Program

LAS VEGAS – Bellagio is world-renowned for the spectacular floral exhibitions found within its sunlit Conservatory & Botanical Gardens. Each display memorably showcases tens of thousands of flowers, plants and organic materials in artful vignettes. When an exhibit ends, however, the journey just begins for each planting – all find a new beginning through a composting endeavor that turns them into nutrient-rich mulch, creating an endless circle of life.

Actively dedicated to environmentally sustainable practices, Bellagio’s expert Horticulture staff composted and recycled more than 600 tons of materials in 2009 alone including flowers, trees, shrubs and plants. In addition, Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens now lines its horticulture beds with a layer of recycled tire bits, instead of mulch, eliminating the need to constantly replace the drainage barrier. A Horticulture staff of 40 creates and maintains each spectacular display of nature in full bloom.

“Bellagio understands the vital importance of recycling and the impact we have on the environment by doing our part,” said Director of Horticulture Andy Garcia. “Our Horticulture staff works extremely hard to envision and implement spectacular floral displays, and we work equally hard to determine ways to recycle and reuse these materials. As a result of that effort, I am pleased to say nearly 100 percent of our exhibits reappear as mulch either within the Conservatory or the surrounding grounds of Bellagio.”

Cindy Ortega, Senior Vice President of Energy and Environmental Services for MGM Resorts International, said, “Being green isn’t just about putting a cup in a recycling bin. Being green is an ever-evolving consciousness that drives us to constantly look for ways to protect the environment and then ask ourselves if we can do more. Bellagio’s horticulture recycling endeavor is a shining example of MGM Resorts International’s dedication to this earth-first philosophy.”

The corporate-wide sustainability practices of MGM Resorts International have led to substantial reductions in electricity, gas and water usage at all of its properties. To learn more about the company’s global commitment to green practices, visit www.mgmresorts.com/company/environmental-responsibility.aspx. For more on Bellagio’s sustainability efforts, go to www.bellagio.com/hotel/sustainability.aspx.

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Media Contacts:
Shant Apelian
MGM Resorts International Public Relations
(702) 891-1887
sapelian01@mgmresorts.com
Wendy Zamaripa
Kirvin Doak Communications
(702) 737-3100
wzamaripa@kirvindoak.com

- Monday, August 09, 2010

“O”: THE TIMELESS AQUATIC PRODUCTION BY CIRQUE DU SOLEIL ONLY AT BELLAGIO

Welcome to a place where all the world is water and the stage is all the world.
Franco Dragone, Writer and Director

Cirque du Soleil weaves an aquatic tapestry of artistry, surrealism and theatrical romance in the breathtaking production, “O.”

Inspired by the concept of infinity and the elegance of water’s pure form, “O” pays tribute to the beauty of the theatre - from the simplest street performance to the most lavish of operas - where anything is possible and where the drama of life plays itself out before our very eyes.

“O,” phonetically speaking, is the French word for water (spelled “eau”). The international cast of world-class acrobats, synchronized swimmers, divers and characters perform in, on, and above a 1.5 million-gallon pool. Reflective of a 14th century European opera house, the “O” theatre seats 1,800 guests and was custom-designed to meet the unique demands of the show.

The recipient of many prestigious awards and honors including a THEA award in the live show category in 1999, honorary Entertainment Design Award in 1998 and the “best production show” for eight consecutive years 1999-2006 by the Las Vegas Review-Journal, "O" still shines as an elegant and stunning creation and is recognized as such by the industry, the press and the public.

Since its opening in October 1998, 10 million spectators have embarked on the dream-like voyage that is “O.” Over 5600 performances later, this lavish production is still as enthralling as ever thanks to the passion of the 85 performers and 150 stage technicians that make “O” come to life.

From a group of 20 street performers at its beginnings in 1984, Cirque du Soleil® is now a major international organization providing high-quality artistic entertainment. Since its founding, Cirque du Soleil has thrilled over 100 million spectators in close to 300 cities on five continents. In Las Vegas, Cirque du Soleil has a privileged partnership with MGM MIRAGE to create and present unique and innovative productions. In addition to “O”, these productions include Mystère™ at Treasure Island, Zumanity™ the Sensual Side of Cirque du Soleil at New York-New York Hotel & Casino™, KÀ™ at MGM Grand, The Beatles™ LOVE™ , CRISS ANGEL Believe™ at Luxor and Viva ELVIS™ at Aria Resort and Casino™ at CityCenter. For more information, visit the Cirque du Soleil website at www.cirquedusoleil.com/lasvegas.

“O” CREATORS

Guide - Guy Laliberté
Writer and Director - Franco Dragone
Director of Creation - Gilles Ste-Croix
Set Designer - Michel Crête
Costume Designer - Dominique Lemieux
Composer - Benoit Jutras
Choreographer - Debra Brown
Lighting Designer - Luc Lafortune
Sound Designer - Jonathan Deans
Sound Designer - François Bergeron

Additional Creative Contributors

Synchronized Swimming Designer - Sylvie Fréchette
Aerial Acrobatics Designer - André Simard
Rigging Designer - Jacque Paquin
Make-up Designer - Nathalie Gagné

SHOW SCHEDULE:
• “O” performs Wednesday through Sunday at 7:30 pm and 10:00 pm.
• There are no performances on Mondays or Tuesdays.
TO RESERVE TICKETS:
• Call 888-488-7111 or 702-796-9999.
• Go to www.cirquedusoleil.com or www.bellagio.com.
• Visit the “O” ticket office at Bellagio or any of the MGM MIRAGE box offices.

TICKET PRICES:
• $93.50, $99, $125, $150 (plus tax).
Tickets are available 120 days in advance of the performance date.

GROUPS:
For group reservations of 12 or more, contact lasvegas.sales@cirquedusoleil.com or visit www.cirquedusoleil.com/groups for more information.

Media Contact:
Molly Ancell, Publicist
Cirque du Soleil
Las Vegas, Nevada
Phone: 702-693-776
Email: molly.ancell@cirquedusoleil.com

- Wednesday, July 14, 2010

MGM RESORTS INTERNATIONAL PROPERTIES EARN NEVADA AND MICHIGAN’S FIRST GREEN KEY HOSPITALITY RATINGS

Twelve Resorts Earn Green Keys from Eco-Rating Program

Cited by AAA, Travelocity, Expedia and Other Major Travel Services

LAS VEGAS - July 14, 2010 – The Green Key Eco-Rating Program, the largest international program evaluating sustainable hotel operations, has awarded twelve MGM Resorts International properties a distinguished Green Key designation for “green” business operations.

The resorts are the first in Nevada and Michigan to receive Green Key ratings, which are designed specifically for evaluating commitment to sustainable “green” operations in the hospitality industry. Green Key has more than 1,400 member hotels and is the foremost “green” ranking, certification and audit program in North America.

Green Key evaluates hotels on a scale of one to five Keys, with five Keys being the highest ranking. Results are based on a comprehensive evaluation of the hotel’s sustainability efforts.

Green Key member properties are listed at www.greenkeyglobal.com, a valuable resource for environmentally conscious travelers. Green Key rankings are recognized by major travel services including AAA, Travelocity and Expedia.

“This is the first time that our operations have been placed under this kind of microscope and the first time that our Company’s everyday commitment to ‘green’ practices have been formally validated,” said Cindy Ortega, Senior Vice President of Energy and Environmental Services for MGM Resorts International. “We see this rating as quite an accomplishment, as it acknowledges our Company’s commitment to sustainability, while allowing guests the ability to let environmental stewardship play a role in selecting a hotel when they travel. Ratings like Green Key offer real confidence in those choices.”

The MGM Resorts International properties earning “5 Keys” are ARIA and Vdara at CityCenter. “4 Keys” designations went to: Bellagio, Excalibur, Luxor, Mandalay Bay, MGM Grand Las Vegas, The Mirage, Monte Carlo, New York-New York and MGM Grand Detroit. Circus Circus Las Vegas earned a “3 Keys” designation.

Zachary Conen, spokesman for the Green Key Eco-Rating Program in the United States, said: “The leadership of MGM Resorts has seriously embraced the responsibility of reducing their properties’ environmental impact, and demonstrated from top to bottom a genuine commitment to sustainability practices. We are exceedingly impressed with the consistency of these efforts, considering the size and scope of the operations within each of these resorts.”

Following the philosophy of Conserve Today, Protect Tomorrow, MGM Resorts’ approach to sustainability focuses on five goals – natural resources conservation, sustainable construction and renovation, waste management, sustainable procurement, and communication and education. This strategic framework of raising environmental awareness and promoting sustainability forms the platform from which MGM Resorts is fundamentally changing the way its properties do business.

Through its innovative efforts in 2009, MGM Resorts’ properties diverted more than 20,000 tons of material from landfills. Content ranged from thousands of wine corks, to hundreds of gallons of hydraulic oil used by the high-tech, revolving stage in the MGM Grand’s KÀ Theater. The Company also makes significant contributions in more mainstream recycling efforts and represents about 21 percent of the glass recycled in Clark County, Nevada.

Other recent initiatives at MGM Resorts International include retrofitting lighting with energy-saving fixtures, implementation of Variable Frequency Drives which conserve energy, upgrading boilers to more efficient models, landscaping with drought-tolerant plants and installing water-saving, low-flow plumbing fixtures.

MGM Resorts’ newest property, CityCenter, is a global showcase of urban design and human sustainability. As a part of this development, ARIA and Vdara were each awarded the prestigious LEED Gold Certification for sustainable design and construction from the U.S. Green Building Council. The properties have extended this level of commitment into operations, as evidenced by the receipt of a “5 Keys” designation, a certification level achieved by only about one percent of all hotels rated by Green Key. ARIA and Vdara offer a full complement of sustainable options for meeting and convention planners, feature the world’s first fleet of guest limousines powered by efficient compressed natural gas (CNG), include the liberal use of organic foods on restaurant menus, and deploy a host of other sustainable business practices.

Upon completion of the Green Key audit, the property is awarded a Key ranking, as well as a comprehensive performance report that includes recommendations, best practices and potential areas for improvement and savings.

About Green Key
The Green Key Eco-Rating Program is the first of its kind to rank, certify and inspect hotels and resorts in North America based on their commitment to sustainable “green” operations. The program was originally developed for the Hotel Association of Canada by a leading environmental engineering firm. Designed specifically for hotel operations, the Green Key Eco-Rating Program is a comprehensive environmental audit that will allow each participating property to benefit on several fronts – cost savings, increased bookings from environmentally conscious consumers and meeting planners and responsible corporate citizenry. In the United States Green Key is a joint partnership between the Hotel Association of Canada and LRA Worldwide, Inc.; for more information, visit www.GreenKeyGlobal.com.

About MGM Resorts International
MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) is one of the world's leading global hospitality companies, operating a peerless portfolio of destination resort brands, including Bellagio, MGM Grand, Mandalay Bay and The Mirage. The Company has significant holdings in gaming, hospitality and entertainment, owns and operates 15 properties located in Nevada, Mississippi and Michigan, and has 50% investments in four other properties in Nevada, Illinois and Macau. One of those investments is CityCenter, an unprecedented urban resort destination on the Las Vegas Strip featuring its centerpiece ARIA Resort & Casino. Through its hospitality management subsidiary, the Company holds a growing number of development and management agreements for casino and non-casino resort projects around the world. MGM Resorts International supports responsible gaming and has implemented the American Gaming Association's Code of Conduct for Responsible Gaming at its gaming properties. The Company has been honored with numerous awards and recognitions for its industry-leading Diversity Initiative, its community philanthropy programs and the Company’s commitment to sustainable development and operations. For more information about MGM Resorts International, visit the Company's Web site at www.mgmresorts.com.

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- Tuesday, May 25, 2010

MGM RESORTS INTERNATIONAL LAUNCHES VEGAS’ FIRST AUGMENTED REALITY iPHONE APP AND WORLD’S MOST IMMERSIVE RESORT APPS

Five Free Apps Deliver New Ways to Experience Strip’s Hottest Hotels

Continuing its legacy of innovation, MGM Resorts International (NYSE:MGM; www.mgmresorts.com) has launched five free iPhone apps delivering new ways to explore Las Vegas hotels and attractions. The applications are available through iTunes.

“Vegas Reality,” the city’s first dedicated Augmented Reality application, merges real Vegas with virtual Vegas for a multi-dimensional experience of its hotels, restaurants and attractions.

Feature-rich resort applications for Mandalay Bay, MGM Grand and New York-New York deliver dynamic interactivity and a depth of content unparalleled in the hospitality industry. An app also has been launched for Beau Rivage in Biloxi, Mississippi, and more are underway for additional MGM Resorts International Las Vegas properties and attractions.

“Entertainment of Las Vegas” delivers access to video previews, show times, event calendars, directions and ticket purchasing for all MGM Resorts International fun in the city.

VEGAS REALITY
Developed by Resort Technology Partners
• Compatible with iPhone 3GS

Key Features: While strolling The Strip, point your iPhone at resorts and casinos and watch as information automatically appears as floating text on your screen, using your phone’s camera and GPS services.
• Virtually jump inside your favorite resort to learn about its shows, nightclubs, restaurants and more
• Easily buy tickets and book reservations with one touch
• Access property’s real-time Twitter feed for deals and events
• Select “fun facts” for info and videos sharing famous – and infamous – moments in Vegas history
• Explore CityCenter’s public Fine Art Collection, including artist bios and facts about each piece
• Explore Vegas virtually. Regardless of your ‘real’ location, open the app and be transported to Tropicana Avenue and Las Vegas Boulevard

RESORT APPS: Mandalay Bay, MGM Grand, New York-New York
Developed by MacroView Labs
• Compatible with iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad

Key Features: Using your resort app, access photos, videos and information to help you decide what to do during your Vegas adventure, and book it all with one-touch functionality.
• Preview videos of shows, grab last-minute tickets, even check seating charts
• Bookmark your favorite activities to create itineraries for your trip
• Use GPS maps and indoor casino maps to quickly get you where you want to go
• Order room service, browse restaurant menus and make reservations from anywhere
• Review rules for casino games or join the Player’s Club
• Email any page or offer to a friend
• Enjoy targeted content and deals based on your location
• Check local weather
• Preview and reserve rooms at the hotels
• For special events, work with your host property to load passcode-protected content viewable only to your attendees, including program schedules, party photos and more
• Preview event space
• Check out the clubs, bars and nightlife
• Rate any of the featured services at the resort
• See information in French, German, Italian, Japanese or Spanish
• View the live Twitter feed for deals, special events and more

ENTERTAINMENT OF LAS VEGAS
Developed by MacroView Labs and MGM Resorts International
• Compatible with iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad

Key Features: Explore shows, nightclubs and attractions at Bellagio,ARIA Resort & Casino,MGM Grand, Mandalay Bay, Monte Carlo, New York-New York, Excalibur, Circus Circus, Luxor and The Mirage.
• Enjoy location-specific content that changes depending on where you are
• Find top stand-up comedy acts, Cirque du Soleil shows, the Lion Habitat, the Shark Reef Aquarium, and all the best activities and shows right here
• Access overhead custom GPS maps of The Strip and get exact directions to where you want to go
• Use the embedded smart-search bar to find content by keyword
• Bookmark any page to create your own entertainment favorites
• Let your voice be heard – comment about your trip or rate any of the featured services
Check out the live entertainment Twitter feed right from the app or send any page in the app to a friend

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For More Information:
Natalie Mounier
Kirvin Doak Communications
nmounier@kirvindoak.com
702-204-1530

- Wednesday, November 30, 2011

BELLAGIO GALLERY OF FINE ART DEBUTS DOCENT TOURS

New Educational Opportunity Allows Art Lovers to Expand Their Horizons

LAS VEGAS – Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art (BGFA) broadens its role as one of Las Vegas’ premier cultural destinations with the debut of docent tours. Designed to appeal to art lovers of all ages, participation requires only an enthusiasm for fine art and a willingness to learn.

Derived from the Latin word “docere” meaning “to teach,” a docent is a trained guide who leads visitors through a museum and delivers an educated commentary on the works in an exhibition. BGFA’s Docent Tours are offered daily, on a first-come, first-serve basis. Limited to the first 25 attendees, each tour begins promptly at 2 p.m. and lasts approximately 45 minutes. Docent tours are complimentary with the purchase of any BGFA admission.

“Docent tours at BGFA are designed to enlighten and enrich the gallery experience for our guests,” said BGFA Director Tarissa Tiberti. “Our program provides participants with the ideal setting in which to expand their awareness of art, artists and art techniques.”

Private docent tours are offered during operational hours for $35 per group and after operational hours for $50 per group, based on availability. The fee is in addition to the price of admission.

BGFA debuted “Figuratively Speaking: A Survey of the Human Form” May 1. The engaging exhibition features more than 40 paintings, photographs and sculpture along with video installations by 29 artists whose traditional and contemporary perspectives on figurative art helped to define the genre in the late 19th, 20th and early 21st centuries.

Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art is open Sunday through Tuesday and Thursday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Last admissions are sold 30 minutes prior to closing. Tickets are $15 for general admission, $12 for Nevada residents and seniors 65 and older, $10 for students, teachers and military with valid ID. Children 12 and younger are free. Tickets and information are available by calling (702) 693-7871 or (877) 957-9777, or online at www.bellagio.com/bgfa or www.ticketmaster.com.

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Contact:
Stacy Hamilton
MGM Resorts International Public Relations
(702) 891-1805
shamilton@mgmresorts.com

- Wednesday, November 30, 2011

BELLAGIO GALLERY OF FINE ART OFFERS ENHANCED MEMBERSHIP PROGRAM

Exclusive Benefits and Opportunities Await Art Patrons inside
Las Vegas’ Premier Exhibition Space

LAS VEGAS – Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art (BGFA) offers art patrons the chance to receive special privileges through its exclusive membership program. The enhanced offering underscores MGM Resorts International’s ongoing commitment to making BGFA a cultural destination for tourists as well as residents of Las Vegas.

The multi-tiered program caters to everyone – from singles and couples to families and seniors – and provides such benefits as members-only exhibition previews, discounted admission for guests of members and priority seating at lectures.

“BGFA’s membership program proves just how committed Bellagio is to providing gallery visitors with the same level of experience they would receive if they were to take in an exhibition at MoMA in New York or MOCA in L.A.,” said Director Tarissa Tiberti. “The various levels of membership are tailor-made to suit our visitors’ unique needs.”

Valid for one year from the date of purchase, an Individual membership, priced at $50, offers unlimited access to BGFA and includes the following amenities:
• Discounted admission ($12) for one guest per visit
• Privileged, no-line entry
• Invitations to members-only exhibition previews
• Priority seating at lectures
• 10 percent member reward on guided tours
• 10 percent member reward on selected items at The Gallery Store

Dual memberships, priced at $75, feature unlimited access to BGFA for two and includes all of the benefits of an Individual membership.

The Family level, priced at $100, include all of the benefits of an Individual membership as well as the following amenities:
• Unlimited access for two adults and two children ages 18 and younger
• Invitations to family-friendly events

Student, Teacher and Senior memberships, priced at $35, offer the same benefits of an Individual membership. Students and teachers must be enrolled in or employed by a high school, college, university or art school. Senior memberships are available to patrons ages 65 and older.

Modern Council, a fine art affinity program for budding collectors, offers members exciting opportunities to participate in and support modern art programs at BGFA as well as within the arts community-at-large. Special monthly events range from exclusive parties and field trips to artist meet-and-greets and private tours.

Modern Council is priced at $250 for Individual and $400 for Dual memberships, and includes the following amenities:
• Family membership level benefits
• Invitations for two to monthly BGFA Modern Council events
• 10 percent member reward on selected items at The Gallery Store

Individual, Dual, Family, Student, Teacher, Senior and Modern Council Memberships can be purchased at the BGFA Box Office. Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art is open Sunday through Tuesday and Thursday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Last admissions are sold 30 minutes prior to closing.

Tickets are $15 for general admission, $12 for Nevada residents and seniors 65 and older, $10 for students, teachers and military with valid ID. Children 12 and younger are free. Tickets and information are available by calling (702) 693-7871 or (877) 957-9777, or online at www.bellagio.com/bgfa or www.ticketmaster.com.

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MEDIA CONTACT:
Stacy Hamilton
MGM Resorts International Public Relations
(702) 891-1805
shamilton@mgmresorts.com

- Wednesday, November 30, 2011

SKYLOFTS AND JOËL ROBUCHON AT MGM GRAND SHINE BRIGHTLY WITH 2010 FORBES TRAVEL GUIDE FIVE STAR HONORS

MGM Resorts International Hotels, Restaurants and Spa Once Again Earn Four Stars

A trusted travel resource, Forbes Travel Guide today announced its highest accolade, Forbes Five Stars, to second-time recipient SKYLOFTS at MGM Grand and three-time winner Joël Robuchon at MGM Grand. This is the first edition of the former Mobil Travel Guide awards since the brand transfer from Mobil to Forbes was announced this fall. The list has defined the industry’s highest standard for excellence in hospitality for over 50 years.

With only 54 Forbes Five Star hotel winners for 2010, this rating distinguishes SKYLOFTS at MGM Grand as one of the top hotels in the United States and Canada. According to Forbes, a “Five Star hotel provides consistently superlative service in an exceptionally distinctive luxury environment. Attention to detail is evident throughout the hotel.”

Unveiled as a rare and private sanctuary of sleek, elegant two-story accommodations high above the Las Vegas Strip, the sophisticated SKYLOFTS at MGM Grand offers discerning visitors the quintessential Loft environment harmonizing design, technology, décor, vistas and unparalleled service. SKYLOFTS is outdone only by the extraordinary level of personalized service provided by the SKYLOFTS’ staff, including Spa, Dream, and the industry’s first Music Butlers.

Culinary history was made in Las Vegas in September 2005 when legendary Chef Joël Robuchon opened his first fine dining restaurant in the United States at MGM Grand. Since opening, his eponymous restaurant has received the Mobil Five-Star, Michelin Three Star and AAA Five Diamond Awards – the top accolades for each of these organizations.

Forbes Travel Guide also named Spa Bellagio as one of the 2010 Four Star Award winners. The rating represents spas that provide a luxurious experience with expanded amenities in an elegant and serene environment.The growing spa industry is evolving in Las Vegas, and Spa Bellagio is leading the way with 55,000 square feet of treatment space, an international array of innovative services and an expert staff.

Other Forbes Four Star recipients include Bellagio and The Signature at MGM Grand for lodgings, and the following MGM Resorts International restaurants – Aureole and miX at Mandalay Bay, and Picasso, MICHAEL MINA and Le Cirque at Bellagio.

Forbes Travel Guide’s ratings process is based on more than 750 standardized criteria for hotels, making it the most rigorous and comprehensive in the industry. The process begins with a facility inspection that considers every aspect of the property, including its overall cleanliness, condition and location. To achieve Forbes Travel Guide Four and Five Star status, properties must meet or exceed the bar-setting service standards, which are determined through an unannounced, undercover service evaluation conducted by Forbes Travel Guide’s expert inspectors.

A detailed explanation of Forbes Travel Guide’s industry-leading ratings process and comprehensive reviews for each of the award winners by Forbes Travel Guide’s incognito experts can be found online at www.forbestravelguide.com.

For more information on resorts, restaurants and spas of MGM Resorts International, visit www.mgmresorts.com.

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MEDIA CONTACT:
Stacy Hamilton
MGM Resorts International
Public Relations
(702) 891-1805
shamilton@mgmresorts.com

Las Vegas - Wednesday, November 30, 2011

BELLAGIO, PICASSO AND LE CIRQUE RECEIVE 2010 AAA FIVE DIAMOND AWARD

Bellagio Continues to Shine as Only Hotel in Country
Featuring Two Five Diamond Restaurants

LAS VEGAS – For the ninth consecutive year, Bellagio received AAA’s prestigious Five Diamond Award as did Julian Serrano’s renowned restaurant, Picasso.

Additionally, Le Cirque received the distinction for the seventh consecutive year, making Bellagio once again the only hotel in the United States to be home to two AAA Five Diamond restaurants.

“When people are looking for a quality experience, AAA provides a trusted source to help them determine where to stay,” said Randy Morton, president and COO of Bellagio. “Receiving the Five Diamond Award acknowledges our continued commitment to excellence and affirms guests of Bellagio will receive superior service each and every visit.”

Picasso and Le Cirque are among only five restaurants in Las Vegas to earn the coveted award. “From the ambiance to the service to the cuisine, these two restaurants consistently provide guests with special dining memories,” Morton said.

The regions of France and Spain where Picasso spent much of his life inspire Chef Serrano’s exceptional Mediterranean cuisine. Picasso masterpieces, as well as a collection of his charming ceramic pieces, further delight the senses of diners enjoying the Picasso experience.
Created by Sirio Maccioni, known as the world’s most charismatic restaurateur, Le Cirque invites guests to indulge and relish world-class wines, haute cuisine and luxurious service in an intimate setting. Le Cirque’s opulent dining room is complemented by a breathtaking panoramic view of Bellagio’s lake.

AAA Nevada spokesperson Michael Geeser said, "Nevada now ranks third in the U.S. among cities with the most Five Diamond restaurants. That distinction is due in part to the fact that two Five Diamond restaurants can be found under one roof. Both Le Cirque and Picasso in Bellagio continue to provide the most discriminating diners with luxurious surroundings, top of the line service and exquisite tasting food."

AAA evaluates and rates more than 58,000 restaurants and lodgings each year throughout all 50 states, Canada, Mexico and the Caribbean, providing the broadest coverage of any U.S. rating system, both geographically and by number of properties rated. Of those, only 113 resorts and 52 restaurants, or 0.28 percent, earned the highly coveted AAA Five Diamond rating for 2010.

To be considered for AAA rating and approval, restaurants and lodgings undergo a thorough evaluation by AAA/CAA’s full-time tourism inspectors. Five Diamond establishments go through a much more extensive review. The entire experience, from arrival through departure, is taken into account. AAA experts judge lodgings on the exterior of the facility, public areas, guest rooms, amenities and bathrooms. Restaurants are evaluated on criteria including food, service, décor and ambiance.

AAA Nevada spokesman Michael Geeser said, “The economy this past year presented numerous challenges for the hospitality industry. To maintain the highest level of hospitality during these difficult economic times as Bellagio has done is truly remarkable.”

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Media Contact:
Stacy Hamilton
MGM Resorts International Public Relations
(702) 891-1805
shamilton@mgmresorts.com

Las Vegas - Thursday, August 05, 2010

YELLOWTAIL JAPANESE RESTAURANT & LOUNGE OFFERS UNPARALLELED DINING EXPERIENCE IN MODERN AND LUXURIOUS ATMOSPHERE

The Light Group Brings Modern and High-End
Japanese Cuisine to Las Vegas

LAS VEGAS – The Light Group, Las Vegas’ premier hospitality and lifestyle development organization, raises its culinary portfolio once again with Yellowtail Japanese Restaurant & Lounge at Bellagio. Just steps away from The Light Group’s Caramel Bar & Lounge, FIX Restaurant & Bar and sophisticated nightclub The Bank, Yellowtail Japanese Restaurant & Lounge offers an extensive Japanese menu of fresh, ingredient-driven cuisine for both the sushi novice and connoisseur in a sumptuous and highly stylized surrounding.

Overlooking Bellagio’s iconic lake in which fountains perform a magnificent aquatic ballet choreographed to music and lights, Yellowtail Japanese Restaurant & Lounge’s stunning and sleek ambiance sets the stage for award-winning chef Akira Back’s menu of authentic, traditional and modern Japanese cuisine. Seasonal fish and ingredients flown in daily from the finest markets and purveyors around the world are showcased in sushi, sashimi, tempura and hand rolls. A multi-course Omakase menu, which translates to “entrust,” affords the opportunity to sample Back’s best culinary creations composed of small dishes. Combining world-class cuisine and an inventive chic dining experience, Yellowtail Japanese Restaurant & Lounge is Las Vegas’ go-to Japanese dining hot spot.

Designed by the world-renowned Rockwell Group of New York City, Yellowtail Japanese Restaurant & Lounge’s elegant wood and stone decor fosters a vibrant atmosphere and its intimate size exudes exclusivity. The restaurant’s signature design element, a 25-by-13-foot, wall-mounted installation at the entrance, was created using bronze metal scales that resemble the dorsal side of the eponymous fish. The dining room offers a cozy setting with screens composed of woven twigs set inside antique brass frames. Diners seeking the quintessential Las Vegas experience can enjoy the excitement of The Strip from a patio overlooking Bellagio’s famed fountain show.

The design of Yellowtail Japanese Restaurant & Lounge’s menu encourages sharing and mimics Chef Back’s culinary philosophy “to bring happiness to my guests by creating a memorable experience through food.” Accessible and fun, shared plates include Toro Sashimi with caviar and microgreens; and Yellowtail Serrano with cilantro and yuzu-kosho, a condiment made from the zest of yuzu blended with chili peppers and salt.

Warm shared plates include farm-raised, grain-fed Jidori Chicken, popular with Japanese chefs, prepared with sweet Japanese garlic, potato puree, baby root vegetables and teriyaki; and Grilled Walu, Hawaiian Butterfish with shiitake mushrooms, pearl onions and tosa sauce, a bonito-flavored vinegar and soy sauce mixture.

In addition to traditional raw fish preparations, Chef Back created a selection of innovative dishes inspired by his global travels as a professional snowboarder and experiences working with industry greats such as Nobu and Morimoto. These dishes include Big Eye Tuna Pizza with shiso, an aromatic mint-like herb popular in Japan; and Maine Lobster Carpaccio with sweet onion and cilantro. A selection of imported (Japanese) and domestic (Washugyu) Kobe Beef grilled with balsamic teriyaki glaze is available on Yellowtail Japanese Restaurant & Lounge’s menu.

Yellowtail Japanese Restaurant & Lounge offers a hand-selected extensive sake collection, encompassing several different types from the classic to the avant-garde representing many prefectures from across Japan. Large format bottles of sake and souchu are also displayed at the18-seat bar. A selection of wine, beer and signature cocktails, including the exotic Dragon’s Fire, “Moon Rabbit” sake, lemon, habanero and pomegranate, or the light and refreshing Shiso Sunset, Grey Goose Ohranj, blood orange puree, yuzu and shiso leaf, complements the menu.

Yellowtail Japanese Restaurant & Lounge offers a 180-seat dining room, 30-seat intimate lounge, and 30-seat private dining room. Yellowtail Japanese Restaurant & Lounge is open daily; 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 5 p.m. to midnight Friday and Saturday. For more information, please visit www.lightgroup.com or call 702-730-3900.

About The Light Group
The Light Group is one of the nation’s leading nightlife, restaurant, hospitality and lifestyle development organizations. Founded by Andrew Sasson and his partner, Andy Masi, The Light Group’s properties include The Bank Nightclub, FIX Restaurant & Bar and Caramel Bar & Lounge at Bellagio; JET Nightclub, STACK Restaurant & Bar and Bare pool lounge at The Mirage; Mist at Treasure Island, Diablo’s Cantina and BRAND Steakhouse located at Monte Carlo. As operators of The Harmon Hotel, Spa & Residences (a high-end boutique hotel under construction at CityCenter), The Light Group is the first lifestyle company to fully embrace green practices setting the bar for responsible building, design and living. For additional information, please visit www.lightgroup.com.

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Media contacts:
Sarah Abell, Baltz & Company
(212) 982-8300 x108, sabell@baltzco.com

Randee Braham, Baltz & Company
(212) 982-8300 x106, rbraham@baltzco.com

Las Vegas - Wednesday, November 30, 2011

AWARD-WINNING SPA & SALON BELLAGIO OFFERS INNOVATIVE DESIGN AND TREATMENTS

LAS VEGAS – Soothing water, glowing candles and elements of the earth balanced with contemporary architecture create the stage for a pampering and rejuvenating experience not soon forgotten at Spa & Salon Bellagio.

The architectural features of the spa reveal an overall design based on the natural philosophies of Zen. Sleek, clean lines combine with natural materials such as travertine, granite, bleached walnut and onyx to balance a contemporary feel with the warmth of natural elements. Honoring the origins of the word spa from the Latin words salus per aquam (which means “health by water”) reflecting pools, water walls and illuminated aqua-colored glass are used throughout. Accents of Nephrite Jade and hand-blown glass also are incorporated into the décor. The result is a space that is both inviting and soothing.

The unique, tranquil surroundings are just the beginning of this spa experience. Spa Bellagio’s menu incorporates a fusion of treatments discovered around the world and perfected at the resort. Some of the more distinct services include: Tropical Enzyme Escape; Thai Yoga Massage; Indian Head Massage; and Ashiatsu Massage, Shiatsu massage performed with the feet. Ideal for those with tight muscles, the Watsu treatment is a stretching massage performed in a special pool with water warmed to body temperature. Also known as Water Shiatsu, the treatment is derived from a Japanese healing technique.

Recognizing the growing interest of men in spas, Bellagio created amenities and a treatment menu specifically for men, one of the fastest growing segments of spa goers. The men’s spa area features two added bonuses – its own outdoor relaxation balcony overlooking the pool and a “Shy Guy” treatment room. Within Salon Bellagio, a private Barber Room provides straight razor shaves using steamed towels and Art of Shaving products.

With group “spa-ing” on the rise for brides/bridesmaids, mother/daughter excursions, and friends looking for a weekend getaway, several areas within Spa & Salon Bellagio were designed with groups in mind. To enhance the fun, the Watsu Room, Meditation Room and secluded manicure/pedicure areas allow for beverages and food to be served upon request.

For guests focused on maintaining their fitness regime when traveling, Spa Bellagio makes it easy, featuring a 6,000-square-foot Fitness Center overlooking the pool and Mediterranean gardens. A separate check-in, a secure locker area for small items, and state-of-the-art treadmills, bikes, elliptical trainers and Pilates equipment are among the amenities. Flat-screen televisions located within mirrored walls help create an environment that makes getting in shape feel almost effortless. The Bamboo Studio, a 1,000-square-foot exercise room complete with bamboo flooring, was designed for classes ranging from Cardio Boot Camp and Body Sculpt to Pilates and Yoga.

To continue the experience at home, 12 of the world's best spa and beauty product lines used in the Spa & Salon are available for purchase, including Pevonia, Phytoceane, Nars, Cellex C and Kérastase. In addition, Spa Bellagio's private label line features salt and sugar scrubs, massage oils and shower gels. Bellagio’s body butter is offered in five signature flavors: Pomegranate, Green Tea, Oatmeal Honey, Honey Papaya and Chai Tea.

Features of Spa & Salon Bellagio:
● DESIGN - The overall design of this luxurious 55,000-square-foot spa is Zen-influenced, balancing natural elements of earth (granite and shellstone), water (water walls and Watsu), fire (candles) and wind (fans) with clean, sleek features.
● FUSION – The spa’s eclectic international menu features treatments from Egypt, Indonesia, Thailand, India and Bali. Native American traditions also are incorporated.
● VARIETY – The spa’s 56 treatment rooms include 12 Skin Care Rooms with private showers, four Ashiatsu and two Thai Yoga Massage Rooms, two Vichy Rooms, two Hydrotherapy Rooms, a Watsu Room and four Couple’s Rooms.
● FITNESS – The Bamboo Room, a 1,000-square-foot fitness studio, offers classes including Body Sculpt, Cardio Boot Camp, B Boxing, Pilates and Yoga; state-of-the-art Fitness Center features 20 treadmills with individual televisions, 10 cross-trainers, 49 strength stations, and 11 cycling stations; flat-screen televisions located within a wall of mirrors; and 65 ceiling fans to keep things cool when the workout heats up.
● MEDITATION ROOM WITH A TWIST – Water walls surround the serene Meditation Room of Spa Bellagio. Candles, placed within these walls, offer a warm glow and accentuate the flowing water. This quiet respite is an ideal place to read, meditate or simply relax.
● SALON – The Salon’s artistic directors, well-known Las Vegas stylist Stuart Matthew and stylist Araceli Blandon, oversee this dynamic 10,000-square-foot salon with 18 stations. Features include a Barber Room with straight razor shaves using steamed towels and Art of Shaving products, a waxing and facial room, a Private Mani/Pedi Room for guests who like that extra special treatment, two Couple’s Mani/Pedi Rooms, and a “pamper party” area. Among the many special packages, Salon Bellagio’s Mother & Daughter Package, Girlfriends’ Polynesian Package and the Couple’s Pampering Package are sure to create lasting memories. Other services include airbrush makeup, a microdermabrasion foot treatment and a luminous pearl manicure incorporating crushed pearl powder.
● PORTABLE SPA-ING – Massages are available in poolside cabanas, and in-room massages can be scheduled upon request.

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MEDIA CONTACT:
Stacy Hamilton
MGM Resorts International
Public Relations
(702) 891-1805
shamilton@mgmresorts.com

Las Vegas - Thursday, August 05, 2010

THE ART OF RICHARD MACDONALD PRESENTED BY CIRQUE DU SOLEIL

Sculpture Gallery in the “O” Theatre Lobby
Now Open at Bellagio

The sculptures of Richard MacDonald featuring circus and performance artists are on exhibit and available for purchase in the newly redesigned “O” Theatre lobby at Bellagio.

The gallery is born out of a relationship between Guy Laliberté, Founder of Cirque du Soleil, and Richard MacDonald, a master of figurative sculpture. MacDonald feels that he and Laliberté are “similar in life long creative goals.” His work focuses on the spectrum of performing life, capturing a fleeting moment in time and immortalizing the grace, strength, joy and discipline of dancers and acrobats. His work shares the creativity and imagination that fuels Cirque du Soleil and conveys MacDonald’s sense of energy and passion.

“The art of Richard MacDonald reveals the infinite beauty of the human body. The characters he creates are playing forever in the theatre of life,” says Laliberté.

Cirque du Soleil is presenting MacDonald’s works in an exclusive, permanent, fine art gallery at Bellagio. The “O” Theatre lobby has been transformed to showcase over 50 bronze sculptures along with serigraphs and lithographs. Bellagio, home to “O” and known for world class exhibitions of art, is the perfect location for the gallery.

The gallery is open to the public daily from 10 am – 11 pm.

About Cirque du Soleil
From a group of 20 street performers at its beginnings in 1984, Cirque du Soleil is now a major international organization providing high-quality artistic entertainment. Since its founding, Cirque du Soleil® has thrilled over 70 million spectators in close to 300 cities on five continents. In Las Vegas, Cirque du Soleil has a privileged partnership with MGM Resorts International to create and present unique and innovative productions. In addition to LOVE™, these productions include Mystère™ at Treasure Island, “O™” at Bellagio, Zumanity the Sensual Side of Cirque du Soleil at New York-New York Hotel & Casino™, KÀ™ at MGM Grand, CRISS ANGEL Believe™ at Luxor, and Viva ELVIS™ at ARIA Resort & Casino™ at CityCenter. For more information, visit the Cirque du Soleil website at www.cirquedusoleil.com.

About Richard MacDonald
Richard MacDonald is world-renowned for artistry that reveals a profound understanding of the human experience and which celebrates the ascendancy of the human spirit. One of the greatest living sculptors, MacDonald works only with live models, observing and interpreting from the dynamic and graceful beauty of the human form. His art is sensitive and timeless and when cast in bronze becomes a lasting legacy. MacDonald's work has been exhibited worldwide including Japan, Korea, Italy, the Corcoran Gallery in Washington D.C. and can be seen in galleries throughout the United States. For more information on the artist visit www.richardmacdonald.com.

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MEDIA CONTACT:
Molly Ancell
Publicist, Cirque du Soleil
Phone: 702 352 0225
Email: molly.ancell@cirquedusoleil.com

- Wednesday, November 30, 2011

BELLAGIO CREATES TERRAZZA DI SOGNO, THE “TERRACE OF DREAMS”

Las Vegas’ Most Romantic Wedding Location Incorporates Bellagio Fountains

LAS VEGAS – Every bride envisions that special day when she marries the man of her dreams. She dreams of her dress, the ideal day and the perfect location where she’ll say, “I do.” Now imagine a terrace offering stunning views of a Tuscan landscape and a Mediterranean-blue lake in which fountains perform a magnificent aquatic ballet choreographed to music and lights. Imagine the dramatic moment when these fountains soar to the sky at the moment of the long-awaited first kiss.

Imagine no more because Bellagio has created the Terrazza di Sogno (Terrace of Dreams) where dreams can come true. Couples can celebrate their nuptials on this magnificent terrace and experience their special moment in one of the world’s most romantic locations.
An Italian balcony with toasted marble flooring and walls tinted a warm golden patina blends the beauty of the landscape with the azure blue of the waters below. If this is not enough, consider the backdrop of the beautiful Fountains of Bellagio performing to a romantic song of the couple’s choice, from a selection provided by chapel staff, during the unforgettable first kiss.

“When considering the ideal outdoor wedding event, we wanted to offer the elegance and romance that our wedding chapels currently provide but incorporate a spectacular view of Bellagio’s breathtaking fountains,” said Aida Bouaoun, Bellagio’s wedding chapel manager. “The Terrace of Dreams surpassed our expectations and is an extraordinary setting where couples can create special memories.”

This one-of-a-kind experience can be reserved by selecting any of Bellagio’s Wedding Chapel Packages ranging in price from $2,000 to $16,000 and upgrading to this incredible venue for an additional $2,000.
The terrace can accommodate a total of 34 guests, has wheelchair access and is available daily for day and evening ceremonies. Special lighting and a state-of-the-art sound system are included to enhance the overall experience. The option to hire live musicians is available for an added fee. An indoor chapel is reserved for the wedding ceremony in the event inclement weather occurs.

For more information, visit the resort’s website, www.bellagio.com, or call The Wedding Chapels at Bellagio toll free at (888) 464-4436 or locally at (702) 693-7700.

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Media Contact:
Stacy Hamilton
MGM Resorts International Public Relations
(702) 891-1805
shamilton@mgmresorts.com

Las Vegas - Wednesday, November 30, 2011

THE LUXURY RETAILERS AT BELLAGIO

When Oscar Wilde said, “I have the simplest of tastes, I like only the best,” he could have been referring to the shopping at Bellagio. An Old World porte cochere leads the way to an elegant shopping promenade with an unrivaled collection of fine fashion boutiques whose sophisticated, gracious style reflects the overall ambiance of Bellagio. Discriminating guests will discover the most exquisite fashion and jewelry collections from world-renowned designers including full collections from Giorgio Armani, Prada, Chanel, Tiffany & Co., Fred Leighton, Yves Saint Laurent, Gucci and Dior.

Via Bellagio
Via Bellagio, a unique collection of upscale boutiques and shops, combines the timeless with the avant-garde, the simple with the extravagant.

Chanel
Designed by Christian Galliou, architect designer of Chanel boutiques in Europe and the United States, the Las Vegas boutique offers exquisite apparel and fine jewelry.
The Fashion Boutique offers the complete range of Chanel products, the Chanel Ready-to-Wear Collection designed by Karl Lagerfeld, handbags, accessories, shoes and Chanel Beaute and Fragrances.
The Chanel Fine Jewelry Boutique, the ninth Chanel Boutique in the country, houses the complete Collection of more than 400 uniquely exquisite designs of fine jewelry based on Mademoiselle Chanel’s own rich artistic heritage and passion for jewels.

Giorgio Armani
Visitors to the Giorgio Armani boutique at Bellagio have an opportunity to take advantage of the many special services Giorgio Armani provides. Personal shopping appointments, professional wardrobe consultations in the privacy of a hotel room, expert alterations and a multilingual staff are a few of the amenities available. Designed by Michael Chow in collaboration with Giorgio Armani, the boutique carries the Giorgio Armani Borgonuovo collections for men and women that include exquisitely tailored clothing, dresses, sportswear, evening wear, cosmetics and accessories.

Other lines within the boutique include Giorgio Armani Neve (ski wear), Giorgio Armani Golf and Giorgio Armani Sposa.
The space is designed to enhance the Giorgio Armani collection with natural light and an expansive layout that opens up views from one area into another – each step revealing a new visual experience.

Prada
Prada’s luxury store offers guests ready-to-wear accessories and footwear as well as Prada sport clothes.
The boutique embraces the signature design of Prada boutiques worldwide. Designed by architect Roberto Baciocchi, the glass-fitted doors with handmade brass handles adorn the front façade and stainless steel fixtures line the interior. Ceilings and walls whisper the distinctive Prada “verdolino” green, while warm fluorescent light emanates from recessed lighting fixtures.

Fendi
Fendi adds another exciting dimension to Via Bellagio’s upscale shopping experience. Celebrating its 80th anniversary, Fendi unveiled its Bellagio store in April 2005 with a stunning new design by architect Peter Marino. Inspired by Rome, the city of Fendi's inception, the design is a tribute to both tradition and modernity and highlights the sophistication and luxury of Fendi's products. The boutique offers Fendi's elegant ready-to-wear clothing and exquisite furs designed by Karl Lagerfeld, as well as shoes, sunglasses and a variety of handbags.

Tiffany & Co.
Tiffany & Co. in Bellagio reflects the famed New York jeweler’s commitment to American design. The interior features elements of Tiffany’s famed Fifth Avenue store with cherry wood fixtures, stainless steel and glass showcases and vitrines.

With spacious jewelry salons and an array of Tiffany’s renowned collections, the store selection includes the world’s finest diamonds in dazzling engagement rings and glamorous jewels; rare and lustrous pearls; the signature designs of Elsa Peretti, Paloma Picasso, Jean Schlumberger and Frank Gehry watches; accessories and gifts.

To better serve customers, Tiffany & Co. provides personal shopping, bridal and children’s registry, repair and engraving services, and for corporate clients, Corporate Sales Services.

Dior
The Christian Dior boutique offers the latest collections of women’s ready-to-wear, handbags, shoes and accessories designed by John Galliano and the collection of fine jewelry designed by Victoire de Castellane.
This boutique, designed by Dior’s in-house architectural team, was inspired by the modern and dynamic design philosophy of the house. As guests enter into the rotunda, a replica of the one at the Avenue Montaigne boutique in Paris, they experience the timeless elegance and innovation for which the house is known.

Fred Leighton
Fred Leighton boutiques offer the largest and most prestigious collection of estate and antique jewelry from rose-cut diamonds and Burmese rubies to Kashmir sapphires and Moghul-Indian emeralds. The boutique in Bellagio also features works which include items from Fabergé as well as rare Art Deco, French and American jewelry.

Gucci
Since opening its first store in the heart of Florence in 1921, Gucci has prided itself on always maintaining a design edge while balancing unparalleled Tuscan artisan values to provide a complete collection of luxury merchandise. The shop features Gucci’s trademark handbags, luggage, small leather goods, shoes, ties and scarves, women’s and men’s clothing, watches, jewelry, eyeglasses and perfumes.

Yves Saint Laurent
Yves Saint Laurent showcases its sophisticated line of cosmetics, shoes, accessories and ready-to-wear fashions for women. Known worldwide for its clean lines and classic designs mixed perfectly with contemporary colors, each season’s collection encompasses the style of this stately designer and complements the Via Bellagio family.

Bottega Veneta
Since the 1960s, Bottega Veneta has been one of the world leaders in luxurious merchandise. Known for their premier Italian leather goods, Bottega Veneta in Via Bellagio offers men's and women's luxury lifestyle accessories such as handbags, wallets, sunglasses and shoes. A classic palette rather than trend-driven designs, Bottega Veneta defines sophistication and elegance.

Via Fiore
Via Fiore, meaning flower way, is the promenade which leads to Bellagio’s Spa Tower. Like beautiful gems thoughtfully placed in their destined settings, the shops of Via Fiore gracefully outline the Conservatory & Botanical Gardens. Giardini offers beautiful gifts for the home and garden, including fountains from the designers of the famed Fountains of Bellagio, WET. The Chihuly Gallery, featuring the work of Seattle artist Dale Chihuly, offers a full representation of the artist’s work, from his vibrant hand-blown glass sculptures to select lithographs, original drawings and an extensive variety of books and videos recording Chihuly's worldwide installations.

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MEDIA CONTACT:

Stacy Hamilton
MGM Resorts International Public Relations
(702) 891-1805
shamilton@mgmresorts.com

- Wednesday, November 30, 2011

BELLAGIO DEMONSTRATES THE ART OF COOKING

Tuscany Kitchen Offers Meeting Groups Customized Experience

LAS VEGAS – Interested in learning culinary secrets from Bellagio’s award-winning restaurants and chefs? The AAA Five Diamond Bellagio’s Tuscany Kitchen, the first exhibition kitchen of its kind in Las Vegas, offers just that.

The Tuscany Kitchen experience draws upon an impressive list of culinary talent. Bellagio is home to two AAA Five Diamond restaurants; one James Beard award-winning restaurant; four James Beard award-winning chefs, including Nevada’s first James Beard award recipient, Julian Serrano; and Jean-Philippe Maury, a two-time Gold Medalist in the World Pastry Team Championship.

Designed with meeting and convention groups in mind, flexible packages have been created to offer attendees a customized experience. The 1,170-square-foot Tuscany Kitchen, outfitted with top-of-the-line Viking equipment, provides a variety of cooking demonstrations which are coupled with a reception, a formal dinner or a tasting of food, wine or spirits. The presentation options incorporate three menu types – seasonal, themed or specialty. Learn how to trim a whole artichoke and present it three ways; learn more about Japanese, Italian or Chinese dishes; or learn certain specialties such as unique preparations of cheese or heirloom tomatoes. While demonstrations vary in length, most range from one to four hours and accommodate 12 to 60 guests.

Wine is an integral part of the Tuscany Kitchen experience. For wine enthusiasts, Bellagio Wine Director and Master Sommelier Jason Smith can design a variety of classes including Wine 101, food and wine pairings and how to order wine in restaurants. Smith also can tailor wine tastings to a group’s palate, their culinary demonstration or dinner menu.

Groups are able to use the kitchen for team-building activities, spouse activities, unique cocktail receptions and more. Companies are able to incorporate their logo into the demonstration. Fun gift items such as aprons, boxed sets of chopsticks and mini-jars filled with gourmet flavored salts can be added as keepsakes of the day’s event. This experience also can be professionally taped in-house on DVD to be given as a personalized gift to attendees.

Tuscany Kitchen features the latest technology and is professionally equipped to produce live cooking shows. The video system, able to record on four video formats – Beta, DVD, VHS and DVCAM – has three remote-controlled cameras routed through a professional engineering rack. The three cameras have been positioned to capture shots of the chef, food preparation and performance area. The built-in audio system includes wireless lapel microphones and audience response microphones. In the event a remote recording truck needs access to these audio lines, an isolated audio split to the broadcast panel is available. These audio/video computer-controlled recording systems allow video production without using an editing room for editing raw video footage.

Other features include a 60-inch plasma screen mounted above the cooking area for easy viewing, a grid for studio lighting equipment and additional seating with the adjacent 2,250-square-foot Donatello Room, which features a built-in screen and projector showcasing the chef’s live preparation in Tuscany Kitchen.

The flexibility of Tuscany Kitchen allows groups to create dynamic, interactive experiences. This exhibition kitchen dedicated to the culinary arts is just one of the innovative ways in which Bellagio continues to exceed guest expectations time and again.

For more information on Tuscany Kitchen or to make reservations, please call Leslie Laher in Bellagio Catering at (702) 693-7134 or via e-mail at llaher@bellagioresort.com

In addition to group bookings, Tuscany Kitchen is home to Bellagio’s 2010 Epicurean Epicenter series, a collection of unique, interactive fine dining events which blend together the most highly regarded wineries with Bellagio’s internationally acclaimed culinary program. For more information and to reserve seats to these special events visit http://bellagio.com/restaurants/epicurean-epicenter.aspx or call the Bellagio Concierge at 866-406-7117. All offers are subject to availability and guests must be at least 21 years of age.

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MEDIA CONTACT:
Stacy Hamilton
MGM Resorts International
Public Relations
(702) 891-1805
shamilton@mgmresorts.com

- Wednesday, November 30, 2011

BELLAGIO’S CHAIRMAN AND PRESIDENTIAL SUITES TOWER ABOVE THE REST

LAS VEGAS – For guests traveling on business or pleasure, Bellagio’s two luxurious 4,000-square-foot Chairman and Presidential Suites located atop the Spa Tower offer privacy, 24-hour butler service, spectacular views of Las Vegas and more.

The addition of the 928-room, 33-story Spa Tower allowed Bellagio to create these contemporary two-bedroom suites which enhance the resort’s room offerings and incorporate new design elements. Guests enter each suite by crossing a walkway that floats above a tranquil reflecting pool. Floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the Las Vegas skyline and a soaring 14-foot ceiling offer a dramatic and inviting entry.

Each suite has been designed with its own solarium, fireplace, L-shaped bar with seating for six and an indoor garden with its own fountain – ideal spaces for reading or sipping a glass of wine. A separate room, complete with butler pantry, can be used as a boardroom or dining room with seating for 10 so guests can conduct meetings or enjoy dinner in style. Two master bedrooms each with king beds, private bathrooms featuring whirlpool tubs with views of the city, and separate steam showers round out each suite’s living space.

Contemporary marble floors inlaid with Tiger’s Eye, sleek modern furnishings complemented by walls of onyx and upholstered silk create a residential and comfortable feel. The Chairman Suite, with studded parchment walls, is designed with a color palate of deep browns, oak and Devonshire Cream. The Presidential Suite is done in shades of chocolate, Macassar ebony and aquamarine accented by jewel-toned silk fabrics against a pale tan and gray background.

The art throughout consists of museum-quality contemporary pieces, including paintings, sculptures, drawings and photography, which add to the sophisticated surroundings. For dramatic touches, shimmering mother-of-pearl water walls, floating glass bar tops, dining rooms sheathed in sculpted bronze panels and paper-thin porcelain light fixtures handcrafted by jeweler Ted Muehling create interesting spaces.

No one need fight over which television program to watch in the suites. Each of the two master bedrooms has a 30-inch, pop-up LCD television complete with a DVD/VHS player near the bed, a 50-inch plasma TV in the bedroom sitting area, a 20-inch LCD TV centrally positioned in the bathroom, plus a 50-inch plasma TV in the living room, also with a DVD/VHS player. For added convenience, all of these televisions, as well as the drapes and lighting throughout the suites, are controlled by an AMX remote control system. In addition, the audio system offers DMX providing 100 channels of uninterrupted music ranging in format from smooth jazz to classic rock.

“The Chairman and Presidential Suites are extraordinary additions to Bellagio’s AAA Five Diamond accommodations,” said Randy Morton, president and COO of Bellagio. “The design, amenities, service and city views are unparalleled.”

Services include complimentary limousine transfers to and from the airport, VIP Check-In and access to the VIP Lounge. With 24-hour butler service, guests receive turndown service, VIP seating for Cirque du Soleil’s extraordinary “O,” reservations and premium seating for any of the MGM Resorts International restaurants, shows and clubs, all at the touch of a button.
For guests traveling with personal staff, three separate 1,000-square-foot Entourage Suites are located on this floor.

In designing the suites, every detail was considered in order to create a comfortable, stylish stay for the discerning Bellagio guest. To make reservations for the $5,000-per-night Presidential or $6,000-per-night Chairman Suite, call (888) 987-6667. For more information on Bellagio, visit the website at www.bellagio.com.

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MEDIA CONTACT:
Stacy Hamilton
MGM Resorts International
Public Relations
(702) 891-1805
shamilton@mgmresorts.com

- Wednesday, November 30, 2011

BELLAGIO’S EXPANDED POKER ROOM SETS INDUSTRY STANDARD

LAS VEGAS – Poker Room. The very words may inspire an image dark, dreary and clouded by smoke. With Bellagio’s expanded poker room, the resort has forever shattered that old-fashioned formula, creating a modern venue worthy of today's transformed sport.

Guests are greeted with elegance and style. A Murano hand-blown glass chandelier hangs overhead while intricate marble flooring paves the entryway. Throughout the room hangs artwork depicting the excitement of past Bellagio tournaments and previous World Poker Tour events. Celebrity painter Leroy Neiman was commissioned to create a painting representing current high stakes poker greats battling it out.

Within its 7,000 square feet, the room features 40 tables of non-stop action as well as ‘Bobby’s Room,’ the two-table, high-limit room named in honor of 1978 World Series of Poker Champion and MGM Resorts International executive Bobby Baldwin.

The smoke-free poker room, located next to the Race & Sports Book, offers guests 24-hour table-side dining, complimentary beverage service, safe deposit boxes, a full-service cashier cage with five windows and an overhead state-of-the-art music system. There also are eight 32-inch television monitors and 11 42-inch plasma screens throughout the room for viewing sporting events or other programming. In addition to ‘Bobby’s Room,’ a five-table, high-limit area sits in an elevated section of the poker room.

With the advent of the World Poker Tour televised events, poker has been transformed into a mainstream sports sensation, creating record-setting ratings and capturing millions of new fans for America’s favorite card game. Poker has assumed its place in the hearts and minds of people around the world and has become as important in the marketing of Las Vegas as the more mainstream blackjack and craps.

“Having listened to feedback from our players, we have added new amenities which provide guests the opportunity to experience all of the action in the most dynamic of poker settings,” said Randy Morton, president and COO of Bellagio.
Professionals and amateurs alike have the opportunity to play the game in the comfort of Bellagio’s poker room with a variety of games including 7-card stud, Texas Hold ‘em, Omaha Hi-Lo Split and No-limit Texas Hold ‘em. Daily tournaments are held and interested players can visit the poker room for more details. ‘Bobby’s Room’ hosts a variety of the highest action games in the world and requires players to buy in for a minimum of $20,000.

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MEDIA CONTACT:
Scott Ghertner
MGM Resorts International Public Relations
(702) 891-1818
sghertner@mgmresorts.com