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Las Vegas // © 2013 Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority
D Las Vegas Becomes a Lexington Legacy Hotel
A New View of the Southwest
Nevada: A World Within. A State Apart
Las Vegas welcomed a record 39.7 million visitors in 2012, approximately a half-million more visitors than the previous high of 39.2 million set in 2007. The record visitation generated more than $40 billion in economic impact for the local economy.
The 2012 year-end statistics, released by the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA), point to continued recovery for Las Vegas tourism with increases in all of the key core indicators.
“The record visitation is a testament to the dedication and commitment of our resort partners and every employee who works in the industry,” said Rossi Ralenkotter, president and CEO of the LVCVA. “Tourism is the economic leader for Southern Nevada and the entire state, so we are encouraged to see positive signs of continued growth for the industry. With more than $2 billion of reinvestment in the destination, Las Vegas is well positioned for continued growth in 2013 and on the threshold of hosting more than 40 million visitors.”
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