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Great Deals for Las Vegas Locals

Las Vegas casinos are struggling in the recession, and now more are turning to you to help them survive. Visitor volume is down, occupancy is down, spending is down, and even the amazing deals aren't bringing in the tourists. Now casinos are hoping to convince residents to stay and play.

There are pages of package deals at resorts, not only in Las Vegas, but also in Mesquite and Laughlin. Almost every resort and restaurant is jumping on the bandwagon by offering deals so sweet, locals are opting for a staycation.

Stay and play here is the new slogan aimed at getting locals to spend money in their own backyard. "That's what we want them to do. We want them to stay in Las Vegas and spend the night instead of traveling to other cities," said Palms Resort Owner George Maloof.

Maloof, along with other resort CEO's are making a deals people can't refuse. Half off dinner at Paris, discounts on rooms and rides at New York New York, and the list goes on.

"I think the local people just need to be reminded of how great this city is and what great amenities we have. There's nothing like it in the world," said Maloof.

The truth is, tourism is down, so the deals are up, all to bring in money from locals.

The deals are all on the website stayanplayhere.com, a site created by the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority and the Chamber of Commerce.

LVCVA President Rossi Ralenkotter says there are more than 100 deals. "It's all the way from the entertainment side, to shopping, dining and room reservations. Sightseeing, not only here but out in other areas, like Mesquite, Primm, Laughlin. There's opportunities there too," he said.

Almost every hotel and casino has jumped on the bandwagon. There's two for one deal to La Reve, and a nice staycation room package at the Luxor.

Maloof says if America's playground is right at your doorstep, why not take advantage of it? "I think Vegas is the greatest city in the world. Period," he said.

To take advantage of all the deals, all you need is your Nevada State ID.