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EPISODE · Sep 26, 2025 · 45 MIN

The real story behind the slump in Las Vegas tourism

from On Point with Meghna Chakrabarti · host WBUR

Las Vegas is in a tourism slump. Hotel occupancy and air travel are down, and many local hospitality employees are experiencing layoffs or cuts in their hours. What's driving this downturn, and can Sin City bounce back? *** Thank you for listening. Help power On Point by making a donation here: wbur.org/giveonpoint

Las Vegas is in a tourism slump. Hotel occupancy and air travel are down, and many local hospitality employees are experiencing layoffs or cuts in their hours. What's driving this downturn, and can Sin City bounce back? *** Thank you for listening. Help power On Point by making a donation here: wbur.org/giveonpoint

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