Gaylord Entertainment Company to Present at the Bank of America Merrill Lynch 2009 Credit Conference on Wednesday, December 2, 2009 at 4:00 P.M. EST

NASHVILLE, Tenn.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Gaylord Entertainment Company (NYSE: GET) announced today that it will present to attendees at the Bank of America Merrill Lynch 2009 Credit Conference being held at the Crowne Plaza Times Square, New York, NY on Wednesday, December 2 at 4:00 p.m. EST. Patrick Chaffin, vice president of strategic planning and investor relations for Gaylord Entertainment, will communicate the Company’s recent financial performance, growth objectives and business strategy. The pr

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Kronberg named General Manager of Tropicana Entertainment’s casino resorts in Laughlin, NV

LAS VEGAS–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Tropicana Entertainment, LLC today announced that Allan W. Kronberg has been named General Manager of the company’s two resort casinos serving customers in Laughlin, Nevada. Kronberg’s appointment to the GM post for Tropicana Express and for the River Palms Resort and Casino is effective immediately, according to Tropicana CEO Scott C. Butera. Kronberg has more than three decades of hospitality and gaming management experience. He has managed Five Star res

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Budgeting for Holiday Travel and Entertainment – Keep Holiday Expenses Under Control

What are the things that come to mind when the Christmas season is near? Gifts, entertainment, travel—anything and everything that necessarily requires you to shell out not just a few bucks but even the entire contents of your bank account. But that’s when you’re lucky enough to have some money stashed away in the bank. For most people, it can mean overusing their credit cards leading to outrageous credit card balances even before the holiday is over.

You may think that talking about your credit score during Christmas when everybody should think of happy thoughts is out of sync. It is. However, it is better to be aware of how your credit rating is doing even before you have the chance to spend your entire life’s income for one season alone.

Christmas is the great time to travel as long as you do not go overboard when spending cash or worse—using your plastic. Despite the fact that majority of Americans are open to the idea of spending less during the holidays, a National Retail Federation survey shows that the average American individual projects to spend at least $817 for shopping, travel and other Christmas-related expenditures!

Americans have become so dependent on plastic that their total credit card balances amount to over $600 billion. This propensity to spend more and incurring holiday debts is evident with a 2003 survey conducted by the Consolidated Credit Counseling Services, Inc. which shows that at least 54% of those who have incurred Christmas debts during the previous Christmas were still paying off their credit card balances by November 2003.

If you don’t want to be included in those statistics then here are some budgeting tips to keep your holiday travel and entertainment expenses under control.

Plan Ahead

You worked so hard the past year so you deserve a break, probably during the Holiday season. While holiday travel is good for your self esteem and physical well-being, it is best to plan your trip ahead to get as much savings from airfare and hotel reservations. Airlines and hotels provide discounts for clients who book and even pay ahead of time. The amount you save can be used for other expenses during your trip.

Save for your holiday travel and entertainment expenses

Go ahead; go to your favorite destination during the holidays. Entertain your friends and family during Christmas. But make sure you are financially prepared for your travel and entertainment expenses as well. Saving at least $100 each month and putting the amount in your holiday travel and entertainment kitty will allow you to travel and hold parties during the Holidays without breaking your bank account or adding up to your credit card balances.

Try a potluck party

If you must entertain friends or family during Christmas, why not hold a potluck party where each guest bring his own dish to be shared with everyone? This way, the whole group shares in the entertainment expenses and you avoid overspending and incurring holiday debt.

Choose bargain holiday travels

Holiday travel can be expensive considering that this is the time when most people would spend money for just about anything and the resorts and airlines will surely be cashing in on this. However, you can get freebies or even discounts if you go on a holiday travel a day before Christmas or even before vacation time.

Set a budget and stick to it

Know your financial status and make a travel plan or entertainment plan based on that. Once you have a desired budget, stick to it to avoid holiday debt and a possible negative credit rating due to unpaid credit card balances. It is ideal to list all the possible expenses as a consequence of your holiday travel and tailor-fit such expenses to your budget.

The way you spend your money or use your credit card (along with other factors) will determine your credit score. The higher your credit score is, the more attractive you are in the eyes of creditors. You have time to prepare for your holiday travel so why not allocate money for such purpose ahead of time? It is better to develop good budgeting skills and keep your credit ratings high in case you need credit for more important matters when the holiday is over.

The "Kings" of Saudi Arabia Take to the Streets

The Media Line Staff He has no political power, is not a member of the House of Saud, his authority as king is tentative at best and he’s not even Saudi. Meet Paul Martin, an American entrepreneur living in the Saudi capital Riyadh and the proud owner of a 2009 Maserati Quattroporte he has nicknamed ‘Sniper’. Martin is the co-founder of Street Kings Arabia, the Arab world’s latest online social network set to serve enthusiasts of classic and luxury cars across the Arabian Peninsula. Although Street Kings Arabia is still in a trial period online, Martin’s Maserati ‘Sniper’ has been voted number one on the site’s current list of ‘Street Kings Arabia’. “awsomeeeeeeeeeeeee CAR,” writes Huzaifa Khan, one of the site’s first Saudi users. “This car is a unique one really,” adds Mohammad Hemady from Lebanon. “I know,” replies the humble king, Paul Martin. In an exclusive interview, the new Saudi ‘King’ acknowledges that his crown may be temporary. “I’m only the ‘King’ of Saudi because we don’t have enough users yet,” Martin says laughing. “We haven’t done any marketing on the site yet. We’re just waiting for the right time when the site is strong enough to sustain the traffic.” “I love cars, I’ve been into cars since I was a little kid,” Martin says. “There is an overload of demand for something like this so the idea was to create an online community for kids to showcase their cars.” “Kids here don’t have many entertainment outlets,” he explains. “There are no bars and no movie theaters, so the fun thing to do is to get a nice car, a paint job and some nice rims and just cruise down the street. This is kind of their only way to express themselves… School got out an hour ago and there were probably 50 cars on the street that I would put on the site.” An online community of exotic car enthusiasts, Street Kings Arabia promises “eye candy” and “the true meaning of bling”, allowing users to show off 360 degree views of their cars in a virtual garage, share snapshots of other cars “Caught in the Wild” and rate the cars of others by voting for the “Street King”. The platform features luxury car events, a classified section to buy and sell that old Lamborghini and celebrity interviews in both Arabic and English. “You’ve seen the hip hop glamour stories on shows such as MTV’s “Cribs” or “Pimp My Ride,” but please, we all know where the real opulence comes from,” the site reads. “You could spend weeks or even months traveling around the Middle East, sitting on the busiest street corners, watching all the luxury drive past you, or you could sit in front of your computer, pull up our website, and get all the entertainment!” http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OxGtlEtKhTg Designers say the site, which is still in a trial period, will be launched with all features shortly. “It’s almost done but we’re still testing the website,” Eli Abi Haybar, a developer at Zone Creative, the company designing the site, tells The Media Line. “The site hasn’t officially been launched yet but we hope to allow users to upload car photos, sell cars, etc. There is lots of demand for this kind of thing in all the Arab countries.” “We’ve been getting a lot of hype,” Fotis Gerakis, the site’s co-founder, tells The Media Line. “It’s only a few weeks old and it hasn’t even been fully launched and the response has been incredible.” “There’s a big demand for this,” he says. “We’ve seen some pretty intense cars over the past few years – chrome covered cars, vintage Mercedez and BMWs – and a bunch of us were sitting around thinking what would be the best way to have some fun while doing what we really love which is developing websites. We thought that an online forum would be a great vehicle.” ‘King’ Martin says that while the site may make money, its purpose is not commercial. “The end goal is not necessarily to make money,” he stresses. “We’re not really into that right now.” “It’s kind of an experiment for us and we just want to see this thing grow. If it starts to pick up popularity, who knows what could happen,” he says laughing. “Maybe one day I’ll be the real street king… I mean, a Maserati is a pretty nice car and it has that flash factor, but it’s not a Lamborghini.” Article © AHN – All Rights Reserved

Panasonic Receives New Order from All Nippon Airways for eX2 In-Flight Entertainment System

LAKE FOREST, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Panasonic Avionics Corporation (Panasonic), the world leader in state-of-the-art in-flight entertainment and communication (IFEC) systems, today announced that it has received a new order for Panasonic’s eX2 IFE system from All Nippon Airways (ANA) for its Boeing 767-300ER aircraft and Boeing 777-300ER aircraft. The eX2 system delivers an enhanced IFE experience through Audio and Video On Demand (AVOD) and other entertainment options on high-resolution

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Meadowlands Xanadu, Family Entertainment Without Stops

After years in the making, the world’s third largest shopping mall, Meadowlands Xanadu will be indulging everybody’s fantasies. The five-story retail complex in East Rutherford, New Jersey will also be the largest shopping and entertainment complex in the U.S. The much-awaited opening in the summer of 2009 is set to attract thousands of shoppers, gawkers, entertainers, sports buffs, and fun seekers. Don’t you want to be there on opening day?

Xanadu: the Ultimate Experience

Where else can one find an array of engaging entertainment for all ages and have a weekend stay in a hotel just next to the mall? Convincingly enough, Meadowlands Xanadu is this generation’s must see destination. Here are some of the things this monstrosity of a shopping mall offers.

Sports

Once completed, the entire building will take up 4.8 million square feet of the Meadowlands Sports Complex. Imagine skiing indoors in America’s first Snow Dome, skydiving and going through the vertical wind tunnel of SkyVenture, watching a football game, or fishing for live trout and other local fishes. All of these are offered at Meadowlands Xanadu.

Fashion

A taste of Paris haute couture will be paraded on Paris Runway. Designer appearance fashion shows featuring top models will complement the fashion malls and shops. Top label designs, wedding gowns and bridesmaid dresses, shoes, bags, leather craft, jewelry, and everything the trendsetter and the budget conscious want are all here.

Entertainment

There will be no moment for idle moments in the entertainment arena. Giant digital screens featuring movie trailers and music videos will provide an alternative pursuit for those who won’t sample a ride on the rooftop giant Ferris wheel.

Concerts from AEG Live! The concert area replicating the feel of Nokia Theater in NY’s Times Square will seat 3,400 fans. Movie fanatics can gape at the 18 wall-to-wall movie screens of Muvico Theaters, while bowling enthusiasts can have their fun at Lucky Strike. The bowling area will be decorated in the 1930s – 1940s style.

Youth Culture and Fun

The U.S. largest LEGOLAND, a chocolate waterfall, a city of sweets, and candy museum and rides galore from IT’SUGAR will thrill young children. Wannado City, a new concept in child entertainment and education, will keep children busy pretending to be doctors, firemen, lawyers, TV reporters, actors, and police officers. They can have all the grand accessories, costumes, and replica cars and gadgets to get their make-believe games going.

Food and Home

Who says moms and dads and foodies are left out? Zeytenia, a gourmet market will have tasting stalls, chef prepared meals, unusual imports, and household necessities for homemakers and food connoisseurs.

Matching the gourmet market are live cooking demonstrations featuring top chefs competing for the top prize, the Culinary Arts Center, Mitchell’s fish market, the Melting Pot Restaurant, and Sofrito Restaurant that offers Puerto Rican and Caribbean cuisine, are all set to please foodies and chef-wannabes.

Accommodation

Shoppers and guests can check into a 520-room 12-storey luxury hotel, right next to the mall.

Class A Office Buildings

Offices with all the amenities including a gym are among the offerings from Meadlowland Xanadu. The offices are in the perfect location to do business.

Get ready for the grand opening next summer. Don’t wait for somebody to boast about his or her Xanadu experience. Be there when the fun and excitement begins and live your fantasies.

Tropicana Taps Former Reno Hilton President as New GM at Tahoe’s Mont Blue Resort and Casino

LAS VEGAS–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Tropicana Entertainment, LLC has named Tim Maland General Manager of its Mont Bleu Resort, Spa and Casino, according to an announcement by Tropicana Entertainment CEO Scott C. Butera. Maland will be responsible for managing all operations at the Lake Tahoe property which features a 437 room hotel, a 40,000 square foot casino, the Onsen Spa, and the 4 Diamond Award Ciera Steak & Chophouse. Maland brings strong operating and financial experience to his new position.

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Dover Downs Gaming & Entertainment, Inc. Reports Results for the Third Quarter Ended September 30, 2009

DOVER, Del.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Dover Downs Gaming & Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE:DDE) today reported results for the three months ended September 30, 2009. The Company’s revenues fell 6.4% to $59,814,000 compared with $63,929,000 for the third quarter of 2008. Gaming revenues were down 5.8% while other operating revenues were down 13.3%. Gaming expenses were higher from significantly increased gaming taxes and fees that became effective at the end of May of 2009. The impact of these tax in

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Marvel Sets New Record Date for Stockholders Entitled to Vote on Disney Merger

NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Marvel Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: MVL), a global character-based entertainment and licensing company celebrating the 70th anniversary of its founding in 1939, today announced that it has set October 30, 2009 as the record date for the determination of stockholders entitled to vote at its upcoming special meeting of stockholders. This record date replaces the previous record date of September 29, 2009. At the special meeting, Marvel’s stockholders will be asked to

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Las Vegas Nightlife :: Your Travel Blog Money Resorts 360 Luxury …

There is never a dull night in Las Vegas. The nightlife, casinos and the entertainment are all opportunities to have fun and bond with friends. Las V.

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