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MGM CEO Bill Hornbuckle still hasn't got the greenlight for his casino in Dubai, but that isn't stopping him spending billions on the project.
Josh Corder | 7 months ago
Las Vegas's hosting of the Super Bowl helped MGM Resorts post records in its hotel revenues. Demand may stay strong as the company expects to fully roll out a Marriott licensing tie-up by the end of March.
Sean O'Neill | 7 months ago
News Blog
Even though the big MGM-Marriott loyalty & booking partnership that was announced earlier this year with much fanfare has been delayed until early 2024 -- ostensibly due to MGM's cybersecurity threat which derailed much of its business over weeks -- MGM CEO Bill Hornbuckle is very bullish about it. In its Q3 earnings call earlier…
Rafat Ali | 11 months ago
Bill Hornbuckle predicts up to four UAE casinos will be licensed, he is hoping to be one of the chosen few, as are his rivals over on Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah.
Josh Corder | 12 months ago
Skift Meetings
MGM Resorts International was the apparent target of a far-reaching cyberattack on Monday that continues to disrupt hotel bookings, down gambling machines, and hobble guest services.
1 year ago
Today's edition of Skift's daily podcast looks closer at Hyatt's junk fees, AI at Six Flags, and India's hotel occupancy recovery.
Rashaad Jorden | 1 year ago
Marriott said in May it would include resort fees in the first prices travelers see on its site and app. Hyatt and MGM Resorts have also made a change. Which hotel group will be next?
Sean O'Neill | 1 year ago
The major hotels and OTA companies reported strong earnings this month, signaling robust travel demand despite economic uncertainties. The companies most skewed to Asia now offer the greatest potential for growth and share price gains.
Pranavi Agarwal | 1 year ago
Tourism
Today's edition of Skift's daily podcast looks closer at tourism boards on Threads, the cost of summer vacation, and Marriott’s bet on MGM.
Expect other hotel companies to wager on gaming soon. After all, if airlines have code-shares and interlining agreements, why can't hotels and gaming companies, too?
