ELECTRIC DAISY CARNIVAL PRODUCERS INSOMNIAC EVENTS ANNOUNCE NEW MUSIC FESTIVALS IN LAS VEGAS
Vincent Do March 19, 2014
Electric Daisy Carnival event producers Insomniac Events announced earlier this year that they will be adding two music festivals to their annual Las Vegas lineup, to now include Beyond Wonderland and Nocturnal Wonderland, which originated in Southern California where the company's roots are held.
Insomniac's branches have grown to reach as far as New York, Orlando, Puerto Rico, Mexico, and London, and their first massive was Electric Daisy Carnival in 2011. In 2013, that Vegas Daisy carnival bloomed into the largest electronic music festival in the world, drawing a staggering 345,000 party-goers over three days and pumping an astounding $621 million into the city's economy. Following such success, it was only a natural move for the company to expand with additional large-scale shows much like how Vegas' other entertainment players continue to evolve, expand, and offer locals and tourists alike greater and more abundant experiences.
Unlike EDC, which left it's Los Angeles home to Las Vegas in due to safety concerns, Insomniac CEO Pasquale Rotella stated that the new Las Vegas festivals will not replace the LA versions but rather serve as expansions to accommodate popular demand while new Southern California venues are being sought. The single-day Beyond Wonderland and two-day Nocturnal Wonderland draw about 50,000 each.
Nocturnal Wonderland and Beyond Wonderland Vegas dates have not been announced but EDS will remain at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway. Rotella revealed Insomniac will be holding these new events at a new venue. It will be exciting to see what's on the horizon for Insomniac and Las Vegas' booming electronic music scene.
Insomniac's branches have grown to reach as far as New York, Orlando, Puerto Rico, Mexico, and London, and their first massive was Electric Daisy Carnival in 2011. In 2013, that Vegas Daisy carnival bloomed into the largest electronic music festival in the world, drawing a staggering 345,000 party-goers over three days and pumping an astounding $621 million into the city's economy. Following such success, it was only a natural move for the company to expand with additional large-scale shows much like how Vegas' other entertainment players continue to evolve, expand, and offer locals and tourists alike greater and more abundant experiences.
Unlike EDC, which left it's Los Angeles home to Las Vegas in due to safety concerns, Insomniac CEO Pasquale Rotella stated that the new Las Vegas festivals will not replace the LA versions but rather serve as expansions to accommodate popular demand while new Southern California venues are being sought. The single-day Beyond Wonderland and two-day Nocturnal Wonderland draw about 50,000 each.
Nocturnal Wonderland and Beyond Wonderland Vegas dates have not been announced but EDS will remain at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway. Rotella revealed Insomniac will be holding these new events at a new venue. It will be exciting to see what's on the horizon for Insomniac and Las Vegas' booming electronic music scene.
BEST NEW ATTRACTION TO HIT LAS VEGAS: THE HIGH ROLLER. WORLD'S TALLEST OBSERVATION FERRIS WHEEL
Vincent Do April 11, 2014
Introducing The High Roller: the world's newest and tallest observation wheel, which opened March 31, 2014. Boasting unparalleled views of The Las Vegas Strip and nearby mountains, At 550 feet, it took the No. 1 spot from the Singapore Flyer (541 feet) and is near 100 feet taller than the largest modern observation wheel, the London Eye, which opened in 2000 on England's Thames River. The forthcoming New York Wheel, planned for construction on Staten Island, will tower over even The High Roller when it opens in 2016 at 630 feet.
The High Roller is the focal attraction of the new Linq outdoor mall located between the Flamingo and Quad hotels at the center of The Strip. Expected to attract up to 4 million tourists and locals per year, the wheel is proclaimed as one of Travel + Leisure magazine's must-see new attractions for 2014.
General admission prices are starting at $24.95 during the day and $34.95 at night. One day and three day flex passes are offered for $44.95 and $54.95 respectively, allowing for one ride at any time of the day during a one or three day period. The express pass ($59.95) allows for skipping the line to ride any time.
Each ride is 30 minutes, which is the amount of time it takes for the wheel to complete a rotation. There are 28 cars total carrying up to 40 people each, giving a total capacity of 1,120 passengers. Each 225-square-foot cabin weighs approximately 44,000 pounds, has a diameter of 22 feet, includes 300 square feet of glass, and features eight flat-screen televisions and an iPod dock, allowing for a dynamic show of video and music prior to reaching the top.
As is custom with most of Vegas' attractions, a bar is available. Only drinks from this bar are allowed on the wheel. For price reference, champagne glasses are $9. The Sky Shop is the official souvenir store.
Caesars Entertainment Corp. developed The High Roller and The Linq innovative shopping, dining, and entertainment district at 3475 Las Vegas Blvd S.,
Las Vegas, NV 89109. The walkway features beer bars, shops, and The Brooklyn Bowl venue, which offers concert, nightclub, bar, bowling alley, and restaurant experiences.
