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Golden entertainment ENTERS INTO DEFINITIVE AGREEMENT To Acquire american casino & Entertainment properties for $850 MILLION
June 12, 2017
LAS VEGAS – June 12, 2017 – Golden Entertainment Inc. (NASDAQ:GDEN) (“Golden” or the “Company”), announced today that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire American Casino & Entertainment Properties LLC (“American”), which owns three properties in Las Vegas including the The Stratosphere Casino, Hotel & Tower, Arizona Charlie’s Decatur and Arizona Charlie’s Boulder, as well as its fourth property, the Aquarius Casino Resort in Laughlin. American is expected to generate approximately $413 million of net revenues and $103 million of EBITDA in 2017, and Golden expects to achieve approximately $18 million of annual run-rate synergies post-closing. The purchase price of $850 million includes working capital cash estimated to be approximately $28 million at closing.
The Stratosphere Casino, Hotel & Tower Hosts Official “Sharknado: The 4th Awakens” Movie Premiere and Cast Party With a Cause After-Party, July 31
July 28, 2016
Stars Ian Ziering, Tara Reid, Gary Busey and more will attend exclusive movie premiereAt the Cast Party With A Cause, being held at Elation Pool, fans will get a chance to take photos with the actors as well as swim and view the film at the official after-party benefitting The Animal FoundationLAS VEGAS – June 28, 2016 – On Sunday, July 31, 2016, The Stratosphere Casino, Hotel & Tower will host the official premiere for Syfy’s “Sharknado: The 4th Awakens,” which was filmed in part at the iconic property. Cast members confirmed to attend the private viewing party and red carpet include shark-fighting hero Ian Ziering, Tara Reid, Gary Busey, Cheryl Tiegs, Ryan Newman and more. Keeping true to “Sharknado” tradition, surprise celebrity cameos will also be featured in the new film, many of who will also be at the celebrity-packed soiree.
The Stratosphere Casino, Hotel & Tower Unveils Completely-Remodeled Elation Pool
May 1, 2016
LAS VEGAS – May 1, 2016 – With pool season in full force, The Stratosphere Casino, Hotel & Tower's completely-renovated and renamed Elation Pool™ is now open. Located on the eighth floor of The STRAT Hotel, Casino & SkyPod’s hotel, Elation Pool offers guests breathtaking city views and an array of poolside amenities including new cabanas and luxurious daybeds, as well as ice-cold beverages and delectable dishes from Elation Pool Fire Café and a new bar. Premium plasma TVs and new custom hot tubs will complete the resort pool experience. Strategically-placed overhead wind sails will offer guests more opportunities to enjoy the shade or sun.
SIXX:A.M.’s DJ ASHBA TO OPEN 1st FLAGSHIP ASHBA CLOTHING IN LAS VEGAS AT THE Stratosphere Casino, Hotel & Tower ON APRIL 7
March 16, 2016
Renowned rock guitarist and local Las Vegas resident, Dj Ashba, will be opening the FIRST flagship Ashba Clothing retail store on April 7 at The STRAT Hotel, Casino & SkyPod Las Vegas. The 1,500 sq. ft. store will be located in the second floor Tower Shops and will be open from 10am – 10pm seven days a week!
The Stratosphere Casino, Hotel & Tower Celebrates Easter Sunday with Exceptional Menu Specials, March 27
March 16, 2016
LAS VEGAS – March X, 2016 – The Stratosphere Casino, Hotel & Tower invites guests to celebrate Easter Sunday by indulging in exceptional holiday menus on March 27. Specially-crafted by Executive Chef Rick Giffen, The STRAT Hotel, Casino & SkyPod’s Easter specials include exquisite gourmet delicacies at the award-winning, Top of the World restaurant and a delectable array of traditional Easter dishes at the Buffet .