The executives, who have not offered a timetable for the reopening, are also debating the creation of facilities near their establishments, where employees could be tested for COVID-19. These exams are also being considered for tourists.
In addition, hotels would only provide a third of their rooms. The initiatives are similar to those that Macau casino operators implemented at the reopening after closing for 15 days in February, reports Bloomberg.
"In a way, it's easier to close than reopen, because you have to think hard about what services you can provide to make it an attractive experience for guests," said Gary Selesner, president of Caesars Palace, one of the most famous hotels from Vegas.
But Nevada Governor Steve Sisolak, who closed all state casinos for 30 days on March 17, extended the order until April 30. And he threw a bucket of cold water at the businessmen when he said last Tuesday that the state is not close to reopening its doors for players and tourists.
"This will not be a political decision on when to open," he said: "Let's go slowly and steadily, listening to the doctors." Factors to consider include rates of infection and deaths, the Democratic governor explained, adding that he had no specific benchmarks in mind.
On the other hand, the Mayor of Las Vegas, the following day, expressed outrage at the halt in activities, with the intention of delaying the spread of the virus. "This is total insanity in my opinion," said Carolyn Goodman: "Because there is no data to justify this closure from the beginning. That does not make sense. "As of Thursday, Nevada had recorded 2,738 cases of COVID-19, with 124 deaths.
Source: Extra
