Topic: Encore Las Vegas

The Encore hotel in Las Vegas has implemented strict COVID-19 protocols that appear to be cost-cutting measures, including removing coffee machines and sealing mini-bars. Guests are charged full resort fees despite reduced services and the absence of room cleaning. The hospitality experience has been downgraded to include plastic cups and tap water, reflecting the broader economic struggles of the Vegas strip.

The atmosphere in Las Vegas is reportedly dominated by the smell of marijuana, despite it being prohibited in hotel rooms. Casino owners like Steve Wynn historically discouraged in-room gaming or activities that kept guests away from the casino floor. The legalization of marijuana presents a challenge to the traditional Vegas business model, as guests who consume in their rooms are less likely to gamble downstairs.

Ramsey Cain organizes a No Agenda meetup in Las Vegas during Defcon 23 on Saturday, August 8th. The event will take place at the Encore Lobby Bar and Cafe starting at 6 p.m. Attendees are encouraged to RSVP via email or Twitter to coordinate shirt sizes for merchandise.