Editorial: Wynn a winner again

Friday, April 29, 2005 | 9:02 a.m.

The Mirage, Treasure Island, Bellagio and now Wynn Las Vegas -- once again Steve Wynn has created excitement and attracted international attention with the opening of a spectacular hotel. Wynn Las Vegas, on the site of the former Desert Inn, opened early Thursday morning. An estimated 10,000 people had gathered on the Strip near the hotel for the thrill of being among the first to see and enjoy this $2.7 billion creation.

A gaming visionary and marketing genius who early in his career led a revival of downtown Las Vegas through his then-ownership of the Golden Nugget, Wynn didn't release much information about his newest gem, a strategy that had people bursting with curiosity by opening night. Las Vegas Sun reporters who mingled with the opening-night crowd learned quickly that people, once again, were struck with Wynn's mastery of decor and customer service.

Steve Wynn is probably responsible, more than any other single person, for Las Vegas' worldwide reputation as a fabulous destination. We believe Wynn Las Vegas will add immeasurably to that reputation.