The UAE’s emerging casino industry remains under wraps, but growing investments and behind-the-scenes developments indicate a lucrative future, quietly reshaping the region’s tourism and entertainment landscape for foreign travelers.
Wynn Al Marjan Island is on its second president, and that's before its opening three years from now. Leading the hotel now is a steady hand from Las Vegas.
The travel industry is making a global shift to capture India’s booming outbound tourism. From hotels and airlines to credit cards and digital platforms, everyone’s racing to cater to this surging wave of Indian travelers. As the market soars, the India opportunity is simply too big to ignore.
Thailand's decision to legalize casinos could be its big "ka-ching" moment, potentially transforming its tourism sector and unlocking economic benefits.
Just a few years ago, it was a floating patch of dirt with a few hotels. Now, Marjan Island is a place people are betting their life savings, and that's even before the casino is open.
MGM Resorts CEO William Hornbuckle made around $37.9 million in pay last year. The financial windfall was a reward for seeing the company notch record revenue and sign a landmark loyalty partnership with Marriott.