Las Vegas - Friday, February 08, 2013

BELLAGIO FACT SHEET

Bellagio
3600 Las Vegas Boulevard South
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 693-7111 – Phone
(702) 891-1818 – Media Information
(888) 987-6667 – Toll-Free Room Reservations
(702) 693-8546 – Room Reservations Fax
(702) 693-8555 – Hotel Fax

Website – 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
•3,933 guest rooms, including 512 suites
•$70 million remodel of 2,568 deluxe guest rooms in main tower completed January 2012; features three distinct color palettes
•Spa Tower opened December 23, 2004; Cost: $375 million
•Remodel of all 928 rooms and suites in Spa Tower commenced August 2012; Expected completion December 2012; Cost: $40 million
•Executive Suite Lounge
•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
•Complimentary amenities include airport limousine transportation, concierge service including pre-arrival trip-planning assistance, curbside greeting and refreshments in lounge
•Complimentary business services include Wi-Fi access, faxing/printing/copying and boarding pass printing; laptops available for use in lounge
•Daily, 7 a.m. – 9 p.m.
•Concierge available daily, 7 a.m. – 9 p.m.

More than 100,000 square feet of gaming featuring 2,400 slot machines, Race & Sports Book and Poker Room. Table games include 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 and Sic Bo
•Five outdoor pools, four whirlpools and 51 private cabanas; Mediterranean courtyard setting
•Cypress Pool offers the ultimate poolside reserved experience featuring 60 premium chaise lounge chairs and four daybeds; dedicated host assists with guest requests throughout the day
•Two wedding chapels and Terrazza di Sogno (Terrace of Dreams)
•South Chapel seats more than 130 guests; East Chapel seats 30 guests
•Outdoor Terrace of Dreams accommodates up to 34 guests
•For more information, contact The Wedding Chapels at Bellagio, (888) 987-3344
•More than 200,000 square feet of meeting and convention facilities
•50 meeting rooms ranging from 1,000 – 45,458 square feet, including:
•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
•Accommodates intimate gatherings or convention groups of more than 5,500
•For more information, contact Convention Sales, Phone (888) 744-7687,
Fax (702) 693-8559
•Bellagio features six new stretch limousines powered by compressed natural gas (CNG). In addition to abundant domestic reserves, CNG is one of the cleanest-burning alternative fuels available

“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 performing 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
•Golden Circle seating is located in the coveted Section 103, starting at $119.90 plus tax and service fees
•Guests under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult
•Reservations: (702) 693-7722 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 Michael Jackson and
The Beatles
•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
•Complimentary

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

Luxury Retailers at Bellagio
•Hermès – Luxury fashion and accessories; Located at main hotel entrance; Daily, 10 a.m. – midnight
•OMEGA– Luxury watches and jewelry; Located adjacent to Conservatory; Daily, 10 a.m. – midnight
•Via Bellagio featuring 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; Thursday – Saturday, 10 a.m. – midnight; Sunday – Wednesday, 10 a.m. – 11 p.m.

Additional Retailers
•MesmerEyes – Luxury custom eyewear; Daily, 10 a.m. – midnight
•La Scarpa – Upscale designer shoes; Thursday – Saturday, 10 a.m. – midnight; Sunday – Wednesday, 10 a.m. – 11 p.m.
• Bellissimo – Luxury custom eyewear; Sunday – Wednesday, 10 a.m. – 11 p.m.; Thursday – Saturday, 10 a.m. – midnight
• Platino –Men’s designer fashions and accessories; Sunday – Wednesday, 10 a.m. – 11 p.m.; Thursday – Saturday, 10 a.m. – midnight
•Tesorini – Designer watches, jewelry, crystal and giftware; Thursday – Saturday, 10 a.m. – midnight; Sunday – Wednesday, 10 a.m. – 11 p.m.
•d. Fine – Designer fashions & fine accessories for him; Thursday – Saturday, 10 a.m. – midnight; Sunday – Wednesday, 10 a.m. – 11 p.m.
•Caprí – Designer sportswear, swimwear & accessories for her; Thursday – Saturday, 10 a.m. – midnight; Sunday – Wednesday, 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. Restaurant Reservations: (702) 693-7223
•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; Reservations for Le Cirque (702) 693-8100
•MICHAEL MINA Bellagio – Seafood; inner, Thursday – Tuesday, 5:30 p.m. – 10 p.m.; Closed Wednesday
•Yellowtail Japanese Restaurant & Lounge, Chef Akira Back – Modern Japanese; Dinner, Monday – Thursday, 5 p.m. – 11 p.m.; Friday – Sunday, 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, 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; Monday – Thursday, 7 a.m. – 11 p.m.; Friday – Sunday, 7 a.m. – midnight
•Café Bellagio – American; Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner; Daily, 24 hours
•Café Gelato – Italian ice cream, frozen yogurt and sandwiches; 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; 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 – 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.

Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art
•Dedicated to providing a cultural destination for visitors of all backgrounds and interests
•Home to museum-caliber exhibitions carefully selected from prestigious international collections
•• Current exhibit – “Warhol Out West” – Organized in partnership with The Andy Warhol Museum in Pittsburgh, the Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art presents “Warhol Out West,” a pioneering exhibition that focusing on Warhol’s depiction of all things Western. BGFA is showcasing 56 of the iconic artist’s pieces including paintings, sculptures, photographs, screen prints and wallpaper.
•Gallery hours: Daily, 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.; Last admission sold 30 minutes prior to closing
•Tickets: $16 for general admission, $13 for Nevada residents and seniors 65 and older,
$11 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 bellagio.com/bgfa
•Admission includes audio wand and docent tour
oDocent tours available daily at 2 p.m.; limited to first 25 attendees
•Membership programs provide unlimited access, no-line entry and members-only previews
•Annual Memberships: $50 for individual, $75 for couple, $100 for family and $30 for student, teacher and senior
•Modern Council, a fine art affinity program for budding collectors, offers exciting behind-the-scenes opportunities, such as 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;
Daily, 10 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.
•Art & Wine: A Perfect Pairing - Held the second Wednesday of every month, artwork from the current exhibition is skillfully paired with selections from Bellagio's wine cellar including an interactive conversation about each. Admission: $30 members, $38 non-members

The Art of Richard MacDonald presented by Cirque du Soleil
Publicity contact: Stephanie Capellas, Cirque du Soleil
Phone (702) 352-0226; Fax (702) 995-0295
•Exclusive art gallery 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
•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: Sunday – Thursday, 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.; Friday & Saturday, 10 a.m. – 11 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 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 – The Light Group presents Lily Bar & Lounge, a 3,393-square-foot upscale cocktail lounge, located in the epicenter of Bellagio’s casino floor. Lily Bar & Lounge infuses a calm, cool ambiance with aspects of a high-energy club; Daily, Noon – 4 a.m.
•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.
•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 skincare 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
•Daily, 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.

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
•Daily, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

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 JUKARI Fit to Flex, Pilates and Body Blast to yoga and boxing

M life
•M life is MGM Resorts International’s new premier lifestyle rewards program
•Program expanded beyond a players club and is available to all MGM Resorts’ guests
•Members earn benefits for virtually every dollar spent at any of 15 MGM Resorts’ world-renowned destinations in Las Vegas, Mississippi and Detroit
•The 15 participating MGM Resorts destinations 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
•With preferred access, exclusive benefits, experiential rewards and personalized offers, M life leverages a collection of amenities no other resort group can provide
•Mlife.com revolutionizes trip planning by allowing members and guests to the site to browse, discover and tag their favorite amenities within MGM Resorts’ portfolio of brands and easily bundle them into one itinerary. The website integrates a new functionality to create a shareable virtual itinerary, allowing friends and family to easily book the same trip, or any portion of it
•Preferred partnerships, including Ameristar Casinos, Inc., sbe – one of the country’s preeminent hospitality and lifestyle companies, Avis Budget Group and Dover Downs Gaming & Entertainment, enhance M life member benefits, access and provide added value beyond the MGM Resorts’ destinations
•For more information, visit mlife.com or connect on Facebook or Twitter

Shadow Creek
•Shadow Creek is one of the nation’s most exclusive and top-rated golf courses
•The course is available exclusively to guests of MGM Resorts International properties in Las Vegas 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, Excalibur and Circus Circus as well as guests of Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas
•Greens fee at Shadow Creek is $500 and includes limousine transportation to and from the course, a caddy and a golf cart
•Shadow Creek is home to the annual Michael Jordan Celebrity Invitational, one of celebrity golf’s most popular events, attracting such names as Roger Clemens, Wayne Gretzky, Aaron Rodgers, Brett Hull, John Smoltz, Mario Lemieux, Julius Erving and Eddie Cibrian among many others

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

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

2004-2012 Condé Nast Traveler – “Readers’ Choice – Gold List – One of World’s Best Places to Stay”

2012 Condé Nast Traveler Navigator Award recognizing excellence in hospitality

2004-2012 Travel + Leisure – “One of the 500 Greatest Hotels and Resorts in the World”

Restaurant Awards
Picasso 2002-2012 AAA Five Diamond Award

Le Cirque 2004-2012 AAA Five Diamond Award

2012 AAA Four Diamond Award Winners: MICHAEL MINA Bellagio, Prime, Sensi, Jasmine

Spa Awards
Spa Bellagio 2011-2012 Forbes Four-Star Award (formerly known as Mobil Awards);
2004-2010 Mobil 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. In addition to its 51% interest in MGM China Holdings Limited, which owns the MGM Macau resort and casino, 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 three other properties in Nevada and Illinois. 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 rewards program delivers exclusive access, one-of-a-kind experiences, insider privileges, personalized rewards and partnership offers for both gaming and non-gaming members at the Company's renowned resorts 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 website at mgmresorts.com.

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Media Contact:
Stacy Hamilton
MGM Resorts International Public Relations
(702) 891-1818
shamilton@mgmresorts.com

Las Vegas - Wednesday, December 12, 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 elegance and 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 spotlight. 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, 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, a rare yet welcome sight for passersby on the otherwise glittery Las Vegas Strip.

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. Bellagio is a study in informal elegance - a fanciful environment without extreme formality.

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 that 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 a sensory use of color and natural shapes. By this time, having traveled up the driveway, having experienced the garden adjacent to the porte cochère 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, dazzling arriving guests with 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 Penthouse Suite and above. Before they even arrive, guests enjoy the personalized attention of a concierge who reaches out with a warm welcome message and offer of 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 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 and 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 a new theme featuring 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 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 near 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. The gallery is available for special events such as private viewings and receptions.

Making the gallery a cultural destination for tourists and local residents alike, Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art offers art aficionados the chance to receive special privileges through its exclusive annual membership program. 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.

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 an 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 the gallery, born of the relationship between Cirque du Soleil Founder Guy Laliberté and Richard MacDonald.

"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 be an entertainment experience that people would talk about in Singapore, Rome, Hong Kong, London, New York and Buenos Aires.

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 theater – 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 enhance 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.

Guests also are invited to indulge in a poolside experience that is a retreat unto itself. Secreted away among verdant, lush foliage, Cypress Pool is part of an intimate, private garden where the luxurious setting is complemented by impeccable, personalized service. The exclusive Cypress Pool features 60 premium chaise loungers and four daybeds, each including a host to assist throughout the day.

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 20th 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 may choose between dining indoors surrounded by works of Pablo Picasso or on the outdoor patio along the water’s edge. There is no other place in the world where people can dine among these artistic masterpieces unless they go to the Picasso museum in Paris with a box lunch and sit on the floor. And the security guards might object. Besides, there are no windows in the Picasso museum. The intimate outdoor patio at Picasso offers al fresco dining at its best complete with a front row seat to the sights and sounds of The Fountains of Bellagio.

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 accompany 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.

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.

Specializing in regional Chinese cuisine, Jasmine is the epitome of grand elegance. Cantonese, Szechwan and Hunan flavors abound in each traditionally prepared dish and authentic and replicated Chinese works of art adorn the room creating a delicious and lavish dining experience. 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.

Circo, the Las Vegas outpost of the acclaimed New York restaurant by the Maccioni family, features a sophisticated menu in a whimsy and festive environment. The dining room, designed by Adam Tihany, is a vibrant interpretation of a European circus tent with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking The Fountains of Bellagio. The upscale Tuscan cuisine is derived from recipes of family matriarch, Egidiana, and includes homemade pastas, grilled fish and meats as well as hot and cold appetizers.

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 Light Group’s 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 – The Light Group presents Lily Bar & Lounge, a 3,393-square-foot upscale cocktail lounge, located in the epicenter of Bellagio’s casino floor. Lily Bar & Lounge infuses a calm, cool ambiance with aspects of a high-energy club. Designed by leading international design firm Munge Leung, Lily features rich mahogany colors and golden tones creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The venue offers panoramic views of the casino and by evening, Lily’s lavish drapes descend for a more intimate and exclusive setting. Patrons also can enjoy a selection of appetizers and small plates, prepared by The Light Group’s FIX Restaurant & Lounge from 5 p.m. -10 p.m.

Petrossian Bar – Adjacent to the hotel’s grand lobby, 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.

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 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.

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, Danze Delle Mani Massage and Ashiatsu 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.

The first Las Vegas casino hotel in AAA history to earn Five Diamond status, Bellagio again raised the bar for excellence with $70 million deluxe guest room redesign in 2011, creating an updated, elegant feel pairing modern conveniences and enhanced functionality with the welcoming 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 are offered with the popular Lakeview option, overlooking the breathtaking and majestic Fountains of Bellagio.

Further enhancing the AAA Five Diamond guest experience, Bellagio offers a collection of distinct suites – Salone, Bellagio, Cypress, Tower, Penthouse, Lakeview and Grand Lakeview – combining high styling with high-tech amenities.
Continuing the resort’s evolution, Bellagio is currently redesigning all 928 rooms and suites in its Spa Tower which originally opened in 2004. The $40 million project is expected to be complete by December 2012.

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 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.

M life
M life, MGM Resorts International’s new premier lifestyle rewards program, has expanded beyond a players club and is available to all MGM Resorts guests, giving them the power to earn benefits for virtually every dollar spent at any of the 15 MGM Resorts’ world-renowned destinations in Las Vegas, Mississippi and Detroit. With preferred access, exclusive benefits, experiential rewards and personalized offers, M life leverages a collection of amenities no other resort group can provide. The 15 participating MGM Resorts destinations are 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.

M life's key features include Tier Levels (Sapphire, Pearl, Gold, Platinum and NOIR); Tier Benefits such as special hotel offers, pre-sale access to entertainment tickets, members-only events, priority reservations, and upgrades; and M life Moments, unique experiences with unprecedented access only available to M life members. M life offers other dynamic features such as mlife.com – a personalized website to track rewards, benefits and offers as well as plan and book itineraries across MGM Resorts’ portfolio of brands that can be shared with friends and family through social media networks. Preferred partnerships, such as Ameristar Casinos, Inc., the preeminent hospitality and lifestyle company – sbe, Avis Budget Group and Dover Downs Gaming & Entertainment, provide members additional value, access and offers throughout the country.

With just one card, M life members have access to all M life resorts, making it easy to stay, play and enjoy the M life. For more information, visit mlife.com or connect on Facebook or Twitter.

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 Roger Clemens, Wayne Gretzky, Aaron Rodgers, Brett Hull, John Smoltz, Mario Lemieux, Julius Erving and Eddie Cibrian among many others.

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.
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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- Friday, February 08, 2013

BELLAGIO GALLERY OF FINE ART IN LAS VEGAS DEBUTS “WARHOL OUT WEST”

New Exhibition Showcases 56 Works From The Andy Warhol Museum, Pittsburgh

LAS VEGAS (February 8, 2013) – Andy Warhol once said, “The idea of waiting for something makes it more exciting.” Now, the wait is officially over as one of Las Vegas’ premier cultural destinations, Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art (BGFA) debuts today its highly anticipated exhibition, “Warhol Out West.”

Organized in partnership with The Andy Warhol Museum in Pittsburgh, this pioneering collection is centered around the iconic artist’s depiction of all things Western. “Warhol Out West” features 56 of Warhol’s works including paintings, sculptures, photographs, screen prints and wallpaper. Exhibits include Warhol’s 1960s Pop paintings of celebrities and consumer products; the 1980s advertisement series; the beloved “Double Elvis” painting; and his rarely seen “Cowboys and Indians” series.

“Our exhibit at Bellagio is the only comprehensive Andy Warhol collection in the United States outside of his namesake museum in Pittsburgh and we recognize what a tremendous honor this is for our city,” said Tarissa Tiberti, executive director of BGFA. “Everywhere you look in Las Vegas, you can see the impact of Warhol’s creative genius and it is remarkable how his life and art continue to transcend generations.”

One of the most influential artists in the visual art movement known as Pop Art, Warhol based his creative depiction of celebrity, advertisements, comic books and brand products within the realm of popular culture.

Eric Shiner, director of The Andy Warhol Museum, said, “We hope visitors to the gallery think about the relationship of the images in front of them with the landscape of Las Vegas, from the kitsch to the fabulous and everything in between. As Las Vegas is key to understanding America, there is no better place than Bellagio for us to share our Andy Warhol artworks. Whether Elvis, Liz, Campbell’s Soup or a Brillo Box, Warhol’s subjects represent America in all of its many guises.”

“Warhol Out West” is on view through October 27, 2013. Tickets are $16 for general admission; $13 for Nevada residents and seniors 65 and older; and $11 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 bellagio.com. Audio tours are included in the price of admission and complimentary docent tours are available daily at 2 p.m. BGFA is open daily 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Last admissions are sold 30 minutes prior to closing.

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 “Claude Monet: Impressions of Light,” “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 The Andy Warhol Museum
Located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the place of Andy Warhol’s birth, The Warhol is one of the most comprehensive single-artist museums in the world. The Andy Warhol Museum is one of the four Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh. The Warhol has an extensive traveling exhibitions program, loaning Warhol’s artwork to museums around the world. Since 1996, exhibitions organized or co-organized by The Warhol have been seen by over nine million people in 36 countries. Further information about Andy Warhol and The Andy Warhol Museum is available via warhol.org.

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- Friday, February 08, 2013

BELLAGIO INTRODUCES A MASTER SOMMELIER’S WINE CLASSROOM

Educational Wine Classes Led by Director of Wine Jason Smith designed to advance wine knowledge through interactive learning

LAS VEGAS (February 8, 2013) – Bellagio Resort & Casino, home to a record 17 sommeliers and the only resort in the world with three Master Sommeliers, presents A Master Sommelier’s Wine Classroom, an interactive series of 90-minute seminars in which guests learn about the multifaceted world of wine from Bellagio’s highly trained and skilled wine team. Beginning Wednesday, Feb. 20 at 6 p.m., classes will be held the third Wednesday of every month at MICHAEL MINA restaurant* and will be led by Bellagio’s Director of Wine and Master Sommelier Jason Smith.

Tickets are priced at $80 per person or $200 for a three-class package and may be purchased on Bellagio’s Epicurean Epicenter website or by calling the Bellagio Concierge at 866-406-7117.
“Bellagio’s wine program is rooted in the belief that continual education, consistent tasting and hands-on experience are the keys to remaining a leader in the industry,” said Smith. “Offering an empowering learning environment where guests can enjoy interacting with our esteemed wine team is a natural extension of our internal wine program and an important aspect of Bellagio’s commitment to excellence.”

Smith designed the program to further wine knowledge through tastings, informative and lively presentations and open discussions with the industry’s most highly honored wine professionals. Each class will explore fascinating details about the production of eight exclusive wines including the specific soil used in planting grapevines, climatic effects on the grapes’ growth and nuances of the wine’s flavor profile.

The Master Sommelier’s Wine Classroom will include in-depth wine programming on a variety of topics, such as:

Bellagio’s Introduction to the World of Wine: Feb. 20
From the vines to the glass, learn how great wines become great after experiencing this class on everything from viticulture to vinification and the classic grape varieties of the world.

Chardonnay and the Reasons We Love It: Mar. 20
Smith will take guests on an exploration of the complexities that separate one Chardonnay from another in this class that highlights the best from around the world. The journey begins with the crisp versions found in the Chablis region in France, continues to textbook examples from California and even explores the emerging wine areas of the Southern Hemisphere.

Que Syrah & More Syrah: April 17
A bold red wine popular throughout the world for its smooth yet powerful notes, Syrah is one that wine connoisseurs just can’t get enough of. This in-depth class will examine Syrah from as far away as Australia, where it’s known as Shiraz, to California.

Simply Spain: May 15
This culturally inspired class delves deep into the world of red and white Spanish wines as Smith showcases labels from a variety of the country’s finest vineyards. Guests can expect to sample some of Spain’s signature wines including sherry and cava as well as learn the climatic elements that make this country a prime wine-producing region.

The Pacific Northwest: June 19
The Pacific Northwest is rapidly becoming a world-recognized wine destination. Guests will discover the best this neighboring region has to offer through a visually stimulating and palate-pleasing multi-sensory experience.

A Worldwide View of Riesling: July 17
One of the world’s greatest white wines, Riesling is enjoyed by wine experts and beginners alike. Smith will enlighten guests as he explains the regional differences in this wine and why it is one of the most consumed wines by Master Sommeliers.

Pair Food & Wine Like an Expert: Aug. 21
In this seminar, Smith will teach guests the secrets to ensuring that home-cooked meals are paired as well as they are in fine-dining restaurants. After one session, pupils will have guests in awe at their next dinner party.

The Incomparable Wines of Burgundy: Sept. 18
Perhaps the most famous of wine regions, the slopes of Burgundy, France create exceptional conditions from which Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grapes thrive. Guests may elevate their wine knowledge by sampling some of the best wines available from this famous region.

Champagne & Sparkling Wine from Around the World: Oct. 16
Students are invited to raise a glass, toast and let the delicate bubbles cascade across their palates as they sample the finest Champagnes and Sparkling Wines from around the world while learning what makes each selection different from the next.

Become a Blind Tasting Superstar: Nov. 20
A key component of the Master Sommelier certification is passing a series of blind tastings. This class gives guests the chance to channel their inner sommelier and see how they stack up against the Masters as Smith provides helpful tips for success.


*Wine class location is subject to change.

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.

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- Thursday, January 24, 2013

RING IN THE YEAR OF THE SNAKE WITH CELEBRATORY DANCES, AUTHENTIC CUISINE AND VIBRANT DISPLAYS AT LAS VEGAS’ PREMIER RESORTS

LAS VEGAS (Jan. 24, 2013) – MGM Resorts International celebrates Chinese New Year 2013, the Year of the Snake, with a prestigious culinary event, exhilarating lion dances, spectacular displays at Bellagio and Crystals at CityCenter, and authentic cuisine at a variety of restaurants.

The sixth animal in the Asian zodiac is the cunning and intuitive snake; the most refined and collected of all the animals. Individuals born in the Year of the Snake tend to be intelligent, ambitious and graceful.

Diaoyutai State Guesthouse
Bellagio will welcome the prestigious Diaoyutai State Guesthouse to the United States for only the second time. Typically reserved for royalty, heads of state and other world leaders, Diaoyutai State Guesthouse of Beijing will host a series of exclusive dinners within Tuscany Kitchen Thursday, Feb. 14 - Saturday, Feb. 16 at 7:30 p.m.

The lavish dinner offers an eight-course menu featuring a collection of historic dishes modernized from ancient menus. It will be prepared and served by the Diaoyutai culinary team, dressed in traditional Chinese attire and led by Executive Chef Hao Baoli, who has hosted more than 1,000 world leaders in his decades at the Guesthouse.

With more than 30 years leading the Diaoyutai culinary team, Chef Baoli specializes in cuisine that is both healthy and delicious. His menu at Bellagio will feature a diverse selection of dishes showcasing rare ingredients and skillful techniques while also following strict nutritional requirements, ensuring all items are low in both sugar and sodium and high in protein.

Celebratory décor will complement the elegance of Bellagio with Chinese tradition to create an ideal setting in which to enjoy this special cuisine. Tableware will be shipped from Beijing to Bellagio specifically for the event, capturing the essence and spirit of the Diaoyutai State Guesthouse in breathtaking form.

Tickets for this rare culinary event are $500 per person, all-inclusive, and are available online at Bellagio's Epicurean Epicenter webpage or by calling Bellagio Concierge at 866-406-7117.

Lion Dances
Dynamic and colorful lion dances will commemorate the Year of the Snake at Bellagio, ARIA, Crystals at CityCenter and MGM Grand:

• ARIA – Monday, Feb. 11 at 1 p.m. at the main porte cochere
• Crystals – Monday, Feb. 11 at 1:30 p.m. at the entrance near Todd English P.U.B.
• MGM Grand –Monday, Feb. 11 at 7 p.m. at the front desk
• Bellagio – Tuesday, Feb. 12 at 6:30 p.m. at the main porte cochere

Yau Kung Moon will perform the traditional Chinese lion dances at Bellagio, ARIA, Crystals and MGM Grand. Yau Kung Moon, which translates to “Style of Flexible Power,” is considered one of the most-respected martial arts, dragon and lion dance organizations in the world. It is a traditional Southern Shaolin Kung Fu system with more than 1,000 years of history.

Within the lion dancing culture, Yau Kung Moon is considered one of the pioneers of Northern and Southern lion dancing (Nam Si Buk Mo) and has set an exceptionally high standard evidenced by its numerous competitions and performances. Yau Kung Moon is known for its trademark gold uniforms and innovative routines and has been recognized internationally for being the first U.S. team to compete in the 1990 Invitational World Lion Dance Festival in Malaysia. The group also has finished as the 10-time undefeated Chinese National Lion Dance Champions.

Crystals at CityCenter
Beginning Friday, Jan. 25, the Flower Carpet on the first floor of Crystals at CityCenter will be decorated with a 21-foot-tall hand-crafted snake. The snake will be nestled among a grove of
40-foot-tall bamboo along with exotic orchids, bromeliads and bonsai trees. More than 300 handmade red silk lanterns will adorn the ceilings throughout Crystals.

Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens
Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens ushers in the Year of the Snake with a complimentary display through March 3. The design of the Conservatory’s tranquil temple is guided by the ancient practice of Feng Shui – the art of using surroundings to attract harmony, balance and positive life energy. Each garden within the Chinese New Year display encompasses water, ensuring a positive flow of energy; and the three friends of winter – pine, bamboo and plum, symbolizing perseverance, integrity and modesty, respectively.

At the entrance of the Conservatory, an 18-foot-tall custom-made Chinese money tree symbolizes prosperity, good fortune and nobility. The bold centerpiece flourishes with 384 oversized gold-leafed coins on its branches as mounds of I-Ching coins, a traditional Chinese symbol for money, surround the base of the lucky tree.

Nearby, a nine-foot-tall friendly King Cobra snake covered in 5,000 blue and yellow luminescent scales is perched atop a mound of gold coins, protecting wealth and good fortune for the upcoming year.

Enhancing the vibrant Conservatory setting with the sounds of celebration, the Las Vegas-based Beijing Trio performs traditional folk and pop music with authentic Chinese instruments daily from 5 p.m. – 6 p.m.

Shark Reef Aquarium
Mandalay Bay’s Shark Reef Aquarium will celebrate the Year of the Snake by decorating the habitat of its Burmese Python with traditional Chinese décor. Native to Southeast Asia, the Burmese Python is one of the largest snakes in the world, reaching up to 20-feet in length and weighing up to 200 pounds. Flexible jaws allow them to consume prey up to five times as wide as their head. Open daily from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday, regular ticket prices at Shark Reef Aquarium are $18 for adults and $12 for children ages five through 12; children four and under are free. For more information, visit mandalaybay.com, sharkreef.com or call (702) 632-4555.

Culinary Specialties
In celebration of the Year of the Snake, select MGM Resorts International restaurants will feature specialty menus and authentic cuisine from the Far East.

ARIA – Blossom will be open Sunday, Feb. 9 – Monday, Feb. 18 for a Dim Sum lunch, 11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.; and will offer a traditional Chinese menu for dinner, 5:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. For dining reservations, contact (702) 590-7111 or reserve online at arialasvegas.com.

Bellagio – Saturday, Feb. 9 – Sunday, Feb. 17, Jasmine will offer a Dim Sum lunch 11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. and a traditional Chinese menu 5:30 p.m. – 10 p.m. For dining reservations, contact (702) 693-7223 or reserve online at bellagio.com. The Buffet at Bellagio will feature gourmet Chinese dinner specials Friday, Feb. 8 - Sunday, Feb. 10 and a gourmet brunch Saturday, Feb. 9 - Sunday, Feb. 10.

MGM Grand – Pearl will offer a traditional Chinese menu in addition to a Dim Sum lunch Saturday, Feb. 9 – Sunday, Feb. 17 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Grand Wok will feature a special menu with a variety of select delicacies Saturday, Feb. 9 and Sunday, Feb. 10 as well as Friday, Feb. 15 – Sunday, Feb. 17 while Shibuya also will offer special dishes Sunday, Feb. 10 – Sunday, Feb. 17. For dining reservations and hours of operation, contact (702) 891-1111 or reserve online at mgmgrand.com.

Mandalay Bay – On Sunday, Feb. 10, Fleur by Hubert Keller will feature a four-course prix fixe dinner menu 5 p.m. –10:30 p.m. For dining reservations, contact 632-7200 or reserve online at mandalaybay.com.

The Mirage – Fin will offer special Chinese dishes Sunday, Feb. 10 – Monday, Feb. 18 from 5 p.m. – 10 p.m. Select lounges at the resort also will offer special Chinese New Year libations Sunday Feb. 10 – Monday, Feb. 18. For dining reservations, contact (702) 791-7111 or reserve online at themirage.com.

Monte Carlo – On Sunday, Feb. 10, Dragon Noodle Co. & Sushi Bar will feature a $29 special three-course prix fixe menu for lunch and dinner 11 a.m. – 11 p.m. For dining reservations, contact (702) 730-7965 or reserve online at montecarlo.com.

Luxor – Rice & Co. will offer a $65, three-course pre-fixe dinner menu to celebrate Chinese New Year Sunday, Feb. 10 – Sunday, Feb. 24. Open nightly from 5 p.m. – 11 p.m., dining reservations can be made online at luxor.com or by calling (702) 262-4000.

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MGM Resorts International Public Relations
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- Wednesday, December 05, 2012

BELLAGIO’S CONSERVATORY & BOTANICAL GARDENS TRANSFORMS INTO A GLISTENING WINTER WONDERLAND

LAS VEGAS (Dec. 5, 2012) – Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens astounds the senses and captivates the imagination this holiday season with floral creations adorned in winter décor, rich in nostalgia and tradition. Available through January 5, 2013, the winter display evokes the holiday spirit with lively decorations and classic seasonal sounds.

The stunning centerpiece of this exhibit is a stately 45-foot tall Shasta Fir, the largest holiday tree ever displayed at Bellagio. The majestic tree is decorated with more than 2,500 assorted ornaments and glows with 10,000 white energy-saving LED lights. Hung overhead are silver and gold bells while four grand toy soldiers revolve around the outskirts of the holiday tree.

New to the display this year and created by Bellagio’s renowned pastry chefs is a charming chocolate village, where no detail has been overlooked including the LED lights shimmering through their shutters. Nearby, a seven-foot-tall, custom-sculpted rocking horse stands in the midst of the village. Whirling throughout the display are two motorized toy trains equipped with live cameras where guests can view what the train sees on its travels on four nearby television monitors.

“This year’s winter display at Bellagio’s Conservatory is truly magnificent,” said Randy Morton, president and COO of Bellagio. “Our horticulture and pastry teams have outdone themselves with remarkable creativity and visitors from around the world will marvel at what has been created for this magical holiday experience.”

In the North Garden, a waddle of 11 faux baby penguins frolic in the snow and skate around an arctic ice pond. Next to the penguin pond stands an embellished gazebo where vibraphone and marimba performers fill the Conservatory with the sounds of the season from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. nightly. From December 17 until December 25, the Conservatory will be filled with the voices of carolers from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m., another first for the holiday display.

Greeting guests in the South Garden is a family of topiary polar bears made of more than 35,000 hand-applied white carnations. Papa bear stands tall smiling at those who pass by as momma bear watches over her cub floating on a swiveling block of ice.

Bellagio’s Conservatory is complimentary to the public and open seven days a week, 24 hours a day.

Winter Exhibit Fast Facts:
Display dates:Through Jan. 5, 2013

Total flowers on display for duration of the exhibit:50,000

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: 45 feet
Lights: Approx. 10,000
Ornaments: More than 2,500

Penguins: 11

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’ 2013 Calendar
o Chinese New Year: Year of the Snake Exhibit: January 12 – March 3
o Spring Celebration: March 9 – May 11
o Summer Garden Party: May 19 – September 8
o Autumn Display: September 14 – November 30
o Winter Display: December 6 – January 5, 2014

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Media Contact:
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MGM Resorts International Public Relations
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- Wednesday, September 19, 2012

WINE COUNTRY WELCOMES THE SPIRIT OF AUTUMN AT BELLAGIO'S CONSERVATORY & BOTANICAL GARDENS

Authentic Cider Mill, Vintage Wine Press and Aged Stone Face Featured in Fall Floral Exhibition

LAS VEGAS (September 19, 2012) – The sights, scents and sounds of the harvest season have arrived at Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens. On display through Nov. 24, the captivating fall exhibition takes guests on a romantic journey through wine country, without leaving Las Vegas. This year’s show boasts a bevy of seasonal visuals including an authentic cider mill, a vintage wine press and an aged stone face.

Upon entrance to the Conservatory’s stunning display sits a covered bridge surrounded by flora dressed in traditional harvest colors: green, red and orange. Visitors are encouraged to walk across the bridge as large ginger leaves float silently overhead. Lying in the South Garden is a
6-foot-tall moss-coated aged stone face emerging from the grassy ground. A floral pumpkin made of 3,000 orange carnations and moss-covered boulders creates an intoxicating autumn atmosphere.

Also in the South Garden and surrounded by birch trees, the sounds of the harp, violin and cello will entertain guests daily from 5 p.m. – 6 p.m. as they travel through wine country.

Steps away, in the West Garden, a 40-foot-tall authentic cider mill gently flows into a rocky pond protected by a 15-foot-tall, traditional scarecrow. Hand-blown wine bottles, demijohns and petite and plentiful pumpkins awaken the spirit of autumn at every turn.

The North Garden is home to a 1920s vintage-aged wine press and 20-foot-tall talking tree showered with wine grapes. On each side of the tree, grape and gourd-filled cornucopias spill onto the grassy earth while inviting guests to explore the wonder of wine. In conjunction with the Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art’s exhibit “Claude Monet: Impressions of Light,” the Conservatory has created a floral interpretation of Claude Monet’s Grainstack (sunset). Located in the Giardini corner, the recreated painting is fitted within a 6-foot tall elaborately carved frame.

The fall exhibit within Bellagio's Conservatory & Botanical Gardens is complimentary to the public and open daily, 24 hours a day.

Fall Display Facts
Display dates: through Nov. 24
Total flowers on display per week: 7,976
Total flowers on display for duration of the exhibit: 75,000

Cider Mill:
Height: 40 feet
Weight: 7,000 pounds

Aged Stone Face:
Height: 6 feet
Width: 8 feet
Weight: 800 pounds

Picture Frame:
Height: 6 feet
Width: 8 feet

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For additional information and high-resolution images of the fall display, please click here.

Media Contact:
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MGM Resorts Public Relations
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- Wednesday, May 30, 2012

SAIL TO NEW ENGLAND AT BELLAGIO'S CONSERVATORY & BOTANICAL GARDENS

WHAT: A slice of the Northeastern seashore moves west to Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens for the summer floral exhibition. Inspired by water, light and scent, guests are transported to the endearing and crisp atmosphere of New England through September 9. New to the summer exhibition is a blue and white lighthouse with a rotating light as well as live performances by classical and jazz guitarists daily from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Visitors are encouraged to escape the desert heat and venture to the East Coast for a few moments, where a carousel, egrets, floral frogs, ladybugs and soaring balloons enhance the seasonal ambiance. The rocky shore of the coastal pond boasts the perfect habitat for a sailboat, truly representing an American summer.

In conjunction with the Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art’s exhibit “Claude Monet: Impressions of Light,” the Conservatory has created a floral interpretation of Claude Monet’s Cap Martin, Near Menton, comprised of 1,000 flowers. Located in the Giardini corner, the recreated painting is fitted within a 6-foot tall elaborately carved frame.

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

WHEN: Now through September 9

WHERE: Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens
3600 Las Vegas Boulevard S.

WHO: Bellagio’s horticulture staff is available for interviews

CONTACT:
Brittany Harris
MGM Resorts International Public Relations
(702) 891-1895 / Cell: (702) 205-9495
bharris04@mgmresorts.com

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- Wednesday, March 14, 2012

DANCE INTO SPRING WITH JOY AND SPLENDOR AT BELLAGIO'S CONSERVATORY & BOTANICAL GARDENS

LAS VEGAS (March 14, 2012) - Spring has sprung at Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens, now open to the public through May 13. This year’s show debuts the enchanting musical sounds of the harp and violin, a rotating windmill and a floral exhibition showcasing tulips, azaleas, hibiscus and lilies. A carousel, waterfall and ceiling-hung hand-painted parasols invite the spirit of spring with open arms.

For the first time during the Conservatory’s spring display, guests can enjoy live musical performances 5 p.m. - 6 p.m. daily, from the Victorian Gazebo in the South Garden. The sounds of the harp and violin transport guests to a serene village through compositions and arrangements inspired by European musical masters like Mozart, Beethoven, Bach and Chopin.

Steps away and making its debut at Bellagio, a 26-foot-tall windmill, weighing approximately 9,000 pounds, lures visitors into a captivating garden surrounded by magnolia, weeping willow, bottle and plum trees. A stunning mother swan and her cygnets, made of 5,000 feathers and simulated fur, frolic in the cool water beneath a 24-foot-long stone bridge.

Near the entrance to the Conservatory, a colorful 11-foot-tall carousel, weighing 5,600 pounds, is accented with shades of emerald, plum, ginger and ruby and surrounded by large daffodils. Bumble bees made of preserved sunflowers and mums buzz about the daffodils while four custom-painted sets of over-sized traditional Dutch clogs complete the springtime ambiance.

In conjunction with the Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art’s new exhibit “Claude Monet: Impressions of Light,” the Conservatory has created a floral interpretation of Claude Monet’s Fisherman’s Cottage on the Cliffs at Varengeville (1879). Located in the Giardini corner, the recreated painting is fitted within a 6-foot tall elaborately carved frame.

Also new to the spring display is the high-definition streaming Earthcam, allowing guests to experience the Conservatory from anywhere in the world. Perched above the Botanical Gardens, the Earthcam provides a live look at each seasonal transformation and transports guests to the beauty of Bellagio, around the clock, all year long.

The spring exhibit within Bellagio's Conservatory & Botanical Gardens is complimentary to the public and open daily, 24 hours a day.

Spring Display Facts
Display dates: through May 13
Total flowers on display per week: 8,283
Total flowers on display for duration of the exhibit: 82,830

Windmill:
Height: 26 feet
Height w/ blades: 36 feet
Weight: 9,000 pounds

Carousel:
Height: 11 feet
Width: 18 feet
Weight: 5,600 pounds

Picture Frame:
Height: 6 feet
Width: 8 feet

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- Thursday, March 01, 2012

VEGAS UNCORK’D BY BON APPÉTIT SETS GUINNESS WORLD RECORD FOR MOST WINE BOTTLES UNCORKED SIMULTANEOUSLY; ANNOUNCES NEW CHEFS AND EVENTS TO MAY 10-13 LINEUP

More than 300 Chefs and Sommeliers from Bellagio, Caesars Palace, The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas and Mandalay Bay Team Up to Shatter Record Alain Ducasse, Bobby Flay and Nobu Matsuhisa Added to May Event

February 29, 2012 – Chefs, sommeliers, mixologists and others from Bellagio, Caesars Palace, The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas and Mandalay Bay set a new Guinness World Record by uncorking 308 bottles of Louis Martini Cabernet Sauvignon simultaneously. Amidst flying corks and free flowing wine, the crowd shattered the previous record of 252 in celebration of Vegas Uncork’d by Bon Appétit.

“Today we’re making history with some of the world’s best chefs, sommeliers and mixologists,” said Adam Rapoport, Bon Appétit’s Editor-in-Chief. “Setting this Guinness World Record is just the beginning of all the great programming and truly memorable moments you’ll see at Vegas Uncork’d by Bon Appetit in May.”

In addition to setting a new Guinness World Record, Vegas Uncork’d by Bon Appétit revealed new chefs and new programming for the country’s foremost culinary festival running May 10-13, 2012. This marks the first year that José Andrés, Bruce and Eric Bromberg, David Myers, Costas Spiliadis, Scott Conant and Greg and Marc Sherry are participating.

Sampling of events:
• Master Series Dinner with Bobby Flay, Thursday, May 10: Caesars Palace adds another dynamic offering to its popular Master Series dinner line-up – Mesa Grill, helmed by critically acclaimed chef and restaurateur Bobby Flay.
• Follow That Food Truck, Thursday, May 10: Mingle with renowned chefs such as Jean-Georges Vongerichten, Todd English, Michal Mina and Julian Serrano and enjoy live music from restaurateur Joe Bastianich at this exciting Bellagio event. Confirmed Food Trucks include fukuburger, Red Neck Kitchen and Rusty Pickle.
• My Favorite Things, Friday, May 11: At Bellagio, Chef Michael Mina and Sommeliers Raj Parr and Jason Smith, MS, discuss their "favorites" and host a sampling of unique wines, extravagant cocktails and the most memorable fare ever tasted (and created).
• Celebrity Chef Poker Tournament, Friday, May 11: The pool at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas will be the hub for a world-class celebrity chef poker tournament with live performances, flavorful dishes and delightful drinks. A specialty menu of handrolls and more from Blue Ribbon Sushi and specialty cocktails from David Myers' 18A cocktail program will be featured.
• The Nature of A Good Party with Alain Ducasse, Saturday, May 12: Chef Alain Ducasse hosts a new eXperience at miX at Mandalay Bay that includes champagne with the Chef, a five-course special menu with wine pairing and a signed copy of the Chef’s latest cookbook “Nature: Simple, Healthy, and Good © Rizzoli.”

For more information on Vegas Uncork’d by Bon Appétit, tickets and full programming details, visit www.VegasUncorked.com.

ABOUT Bon Appétit Magazine
Bon Appétit and bonappetit.com, the fastest-growing epicurean site, deliver not just recipes, tips and techniques, but a world of lush travel, high-gloss entertaining and up-to-the-minute restaurant coverage. It’s a visually arresting publication, driven by excellent photography, clean graphics and headlines that pop. And notable faces, too: Each issue features of-the-moment tastemakers, from chefs and restaurateurs to fashion designers and celebrities. All of these elements combine to make Bon Appétit the largest epicurean magazine in America with the most affluent readership.

Bon Appétit is published by Condé Nast, a division of Advance Publications, which operates in 25 countries. In the United States, Condé Nast publishes 18 consumer magazines, two trade publications and 27 Web sites that garner international acclaim and unparalleled consumer engagement.

ABOUT THE LVCVA
The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) is charged with marketing Southern Nevada as a tourism and convention destination worldwide, and also with operating the Las Vegas Convention Center and Cashman Center. With approximately 150,000 hotel rooms in Las Vegas alone and more than 10 million square feet of meeting and exhibit space citywide, the LVCVA mission centers on attracting ever-increasing numbers of leisure and business visitors to the area. For more information, go to www.lvcva.com or www.VisitLasVegas.com.

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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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MGM Resorts International Public Relations
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(702) 891-1812

- 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 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

- 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

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

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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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

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

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

- 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

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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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, including Pevonia, Phytoceane, Nars, Cellex C and Kérastase, used in the Spa & Salon are available for purchase. 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 daily 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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MGM Resorts International Public Relations
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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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Phone: 702 352 0225
Email: molly.ancell@cirquedusoleil.com

- Wednesday, November 30, 2011

BELLAGIO’S TERRAZZA DI SOGNO OFFERS COUPLES ELEGANT DREAM WEDDING LOCATION

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 that idyllic vision becomes reality. 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.

“Terrazza di Sogno offers the elegance and romance that our wedding chapels provide, but incorporates a spectacular view of Bellagio’s breathtaking fountains,” said Aida Bouaoun, Bellagio’s wedding chapel manager. “It is an extraordinary setting where couples can create unforgettable moments surrounded by family and friends.”

This one-of-a-kind venue can be reserved with any of Bellagio’s Wedding Chapel Packages ranging in price from $2,000 to $25,000, for an additional $2,000. Bellagio invites same-gender couples to enjoy any of the packages and venues offered or opt for the Commitment Ceremony Package.

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 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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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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MGM Resorts International Public Relations
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- 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:
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MGM Resorts International
Public Relations
(702) 891-1805
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