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Fancy new casino destination opens only three hours from Dallas

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The gaming and entertainment landscape of Louisiana has reached a new pinnacle with the grand opening of Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana, a $270-plus million resort that's a mere three-hour drive from Dallas.

As the first land-side casino in the Shreveport-Bossier market, this luxurious venue introduces an unparalleled experience that seamlessly blends high-energy gaming, top-tier accommodations, and premier dining and entertainment.

“Just over a year ago, we broke ground on what is now a world-class entertainment destination — a true game-changer for Bossier City,” says Jon Cordish, principal of The Cordish Companies. “With every detail thoughtfully designed to deliver a premier guest experience, Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana is set to become the cornerstone of excitement, hospitality, and economic growth for this region.”

A landmark development
Strategically positioned along the Red River, Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana is easily accessible from U.S. Highway 71 and Interstate 20, just 20 miles from the Texas border and 40 miles from Arkansas.

“We have eagerly awaited this moment, knowing that Live! will bring an unparalleled level of entertainment excellence to our city. We couldn’t be prouder to welcome the Live! brand," says Bossier City Mayor Tommy Chandler.

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Unmatched experiences
Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana offers a premier entertainment experience with:

Gaming: Over 47,000 square feet of gaming space, including 1,000-plus slot machines, 40-plus live-action table games, and a DraftKings Sportsbook.
Luxury accommodations: A 549-room upscale hotel featuring a resort pool and fitness center.
Live! Event Center: A 25,000-square-foot venue for concerts, meetings, and conventions.
RV Park: A 31-site facility with full hookups and concrete pads.

The resort boasts an exciting lineup of dining and nightlife experiences, including:

Sports & Social: Home to the DraftKings Sportsbook, this high-energy bar features an 80-foot LED media wall, craft food, and cocktails.
PBR Cowboy Bar: A country-western venue with live music and mechanical bull riding.
Luk Fu: An Asian-inspired eatery offering dim sum, pho, sushi, and wok-fried dishes.
The Prime Rib: A fine-dining steakhouse renowned for its award-winning Prime rib and fresh seafood.
Ridotto Grand Café: A Venetian-inspired café serving Italian specialties.
R Bar: A lively spot featuring oysters, shareable plates, and craft cocktails.
Center Bar: Located at the heart of the gaming floor and spotlighting a 40,000-pound color-changing chandelier.
High Limit Bar: A private lounge for exclusive gaming patrons.

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Entertainment and events
The Live! Event Center is poised to become the premier venue in Northwest Louisiana, with a lineup of top-tier entertainment, including Clint Black on March 29.

Beyond concerts, the venue offers customizable event spaces for galas, weddings, and corporate functions. The high-tech Harbor Boardroom, River Room, Delta Room, and expansive pre-function space make it an ideal choice for meetings and private events.

A bright future
With its state-of-the-art amenities, luxurious accommodations, and unmatched entertainment offerings, Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana is set to redefine the gaming landscape in the Ark-La-Tex region.

As general manager John J. Chaszar puts it, “From the moment guests walk through our doors, they will be inspired by the spectacular venue we’ve created. Our team is second to none, and we are ready to create unforgettable memories for our guests.”

For more information on upcoming events and reservations, visit Louisiana.LiveCasinoHotel.com.

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United Airlines opens largest lounge in U.S. at major Texas airport

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The United Club has two bars.

A stopover or trip out of Houston just got more luxurious for some fliers. After nearly three years of construction, the new Terminal B North Concourse serving United Airlines is finally open at Houston's George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Part of a $2.6 billion renovation project, the terminal features a big new club, modern design, and premium amenities that should make traveling considerably more pleasant.

"The roads that were backed up, the lines out the door? Those days are behind us," said Phil Griffith, vice president of Houston Hub for United.

Terminal B was last updated in 1969, long before many of the accommodations and luxuries travelers now take for granted were common. The updated terminal features 22 new gates, a low sensory room, and comfortable seating complete with charging stations at nearly every chair. Even the bathrooms are exceptional, with more floor space than a one-bedroom apartment, full sized wooden stall doors for extra privacy, and sleek fixtures.

The renovation's crowning jewel is the new United Club located upstairs, touted by United as the largest club of any airline in the Americas. Houston Mayor John Whitmire joked that it was the size of a football field. If that's an exaggeration, it can't be by much.

At 54,000 square feet, the enormous space offers seating for 800 people. Amenities include two bars, one of which is size of a departure gate waiting area all by itself

It also offers two full buffet sections serving hot meals (brisket, biscuits and gravy, cilantro rice, and a taqueria bar at the opening), as well as coffee, fruit, and snack bars. Lounge chairs face the windows for those who want to watch the planes take off, and an elegant open-air patio will be refreshing now that Houston's hot summer has finally come to an end.

The new terminal reflects the importance of United Airlines as part of IAH's expansion into Latin and South America. Currently, United serves 57 destinations south of the border and in the Caribbean, which will expand in October with service to Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Mexico. A non-stop route to Cartagena, Colombia opens in December.

Terminal B also continues IAH's dedication to shopping, food, and art. Restaurants already or slated to open in the terminal include Pizaro's Pizza, Jersey Mikes, Katz Coffee, Smashburger, B&B Butchers & Restaurant, Rosie Cannonball, Blood Bros. BBQ, and H-Town Beer Garden.

A $16.8 million public art program includes 10 large-scale installations from Houston-based, national, and international artists. One piece that particularly stands out is Rick Lowe's "You Are in the Gray," a massive canvas of abstract lines Lowe painstakingly mapped from interactive flight data.

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The United Club has two bars.

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