The Buzz
In Laughlin, Nevada

Voting is now open for the 5th Annual Best of Laughlin Awards.  Vote for your Favorite Laughlin Casino, Hotel, Restaurant, and much more. 

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Laughlin Gaming Revenue fell by -4.23% for the month of March (compared to March of 2018).

In Clark County, only Laughlin and the Las Vegas Strip showed a decrease in gaming win for March.  See the statistics from the Nevada Gaming Control Board here.

Laughlin Visitor Volume was 173,500 in March compared to 179,600 in March of last year.  This is a decrease of ‐3.4%.  Year to Date for 2019, visitor volume is down -4.7%.  This is the 3rd consecutive month of declining visitor counts.  Read More

The Starbucks located on the Riverwalk Level of the Golden Nugget Laughlin recently closed.  Word is that a Beans & Bread is coming.  GN Atlantic City has a Beans & Bread (shown in the picture). 

Avi Resort & Casino

Memorial Day Celebration Fireworks

Sunday, May 26, 2019 

Fireworks take place at dusk at the Beach Overlook.   More Details

The popular Rockets Over The River fireworks display is taking place on two days this year.   Saturday, June 29th and Thursday, July 4th.  The fireworks are shot off from the Bullhead City side of the River and can be seen all along vantage points along the Laughlin Riverwalk. 

Harrah's Laughlin South Tower Room Tour from a recent 2 day Stay-Cation. 

Pictures and details at: 

http://bit.ly/harrahslaughlin

 Our last visit to Bumbleberry Flats was long before the new Owners took over in May of 2018.   For a long time, it was one of our favorite dining choices in Laughlin.   Just a couple of days ago we were invited out for dinner at Bumbleberry, so we were excited to try it again.    

See Our Review and More Pictures

We recently made an unplanned breaskfast/lunch visit to the Fresh Market Buffet in Harah's Laughlin.   Using our locals discount, it was a fairly good deal.  Read More Here

 Earlier this week the Tropicana Laughlin quietly closed their Roundhouse Buffet. A FB response from Tropicana indicated they "closed the Roundhouse Buffet and over the next several months will review options as to how to best utilize that space".  The popular, monthly Veterans Buffet and 2 for 1 local buffet is no longer.   Read More 

 Aquarius recently had their Landmark, Marquee sign taken down.  They will be replacing it with a brand new one soon.  Watch for new photos as soon as the work starts.   Stay tuned by joining our Facebook Group.  

 Are the slot machines loose or tight in Laughlin?  Where are the loosest slots? Stats show Laughlin has one of the highest slot hold percentages, second only to the Vegas Strip.  Read More 

Laughlin visitor are down for the second month in a row. The Las Vegas Visitor and Convention Authority recently reported February 2019 Visitor numbers were down -6.7%.   Read More. 

Gaming Revenue was also down in February, but only by -0.68%  

After a good start in January, Laughlin Casinos gaming revenue was down -0.68% in February (compared to February of 2018).     Read More

On January 14, 2019, Golden Entertainment Inc. closed on the deal to purchase the Edgewater and Colorado Belle Resort Casinos in Laughlin, NV.    Read More

As of February 1st, the Total Rewards players club officially became known as Caesars Rewards.  Membership tiers will remain the same: Gold, Platinum, Diamond and Seven Stars. The Tier Credits needed for each level will also remain the same.  More Info

The Las Vegas Visitor and Convention Authority recently reported  December Visitor Statistics as well as the yearly numbers.  

Even though Gaming Revenue was up 4.52% in Laughlin for the month of December, Visitor Numbers to Laughlin were down ‐7.3%. The Visitor Volume for the entire year  (2018) were down  -2.3%.   See the Breakdown by month: Read More

Laughlin gaming revenue  was up 4.52% to $32.6 Million  compared to the same period in 2017,  For 2018 overall, Laughlin gaming revenue was up 3.31%.   Read More Here

 All but 4 Laughlin Hotel/Casinos now have Resort Fees.  See the latest breakdowns here:  Resort Fee Guide  They are slowly inching up at several properties.  

 Laughlin gaming revenue  was up 1.83% to $ $46,503,676   compared to the same period in 2018.   Read More Here 

  Aquarius Casino Resort led the way with the most awards in 2018. See all the 2018 Best of Laughlin Award  Winners here.  

Finding the best pizza is often a matter or personal preference.  The style, crust, toppings, and even sauce are important.  Everyone has their own likes and dislikes. In the 2018 Best of Laughlin survey, a local favorite, Pint's recaptured the top pizza spot this year. 

See the top 6 Pizza Places in Laughlin

The new, adults only resort pool is now open at the Riverside Resort in Laughlin. The pool is connected to Loser's Lounge, which also underwent a bit of remodeling. 

 Get one while supplies last! We still have some Laughlin Buzz 2017 Collectible Poker Chips in stock.   Sorry, we are out of 2018 ones!   

Order here.

On December 21, 2018 the 

Laughlin Economic Development Corporation released a press release outlining their position egarding new proposed Laughlin/BHC Bridge.  Read the press release at: 

https://goo.gl/AAfUmh

On December 20, 2018 the Riverside Resort & Don Laughlin  released a letter outlining their opinion on a second proposed, new bridge between Laughlin and Bullhead City.  Read the letter here:  https://goo.gl/QugHHh

 Where are the loosest slots? Stats show Laughlin has one of the highest slot hold percentages, second only to the Vegas Strip.  Read More 

 We finally made a visit to the Pioneer Hotel and Gambling Hall.  It was our first one since the new owners took over on May 1st.   Gaming resumed on Labor Day weekend.   Read More