Opening day of the Venetian Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada; captures end of Sheldon Adelson's opening remarks and shots of interior of casino during the press conference, Adelson answers questions from audience (questions are not audible). Sophia Loren is sitting on stage and also answers questions. Questions include cost of construction, what other cities were considered, and others. Press conerene ends and footage of Loren and Adelson sitting down inside a room and talking, then they pair leave to go outside. Others are dressed in costumes and walking behind Adelson and Loren who are escorted by security to a limo outside the casino. Video ends with more walking through the casino and Adelson giving a tour of the areas under construction. Original media Betacam SP, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.

B-roll beauty shots of Excalibur Hotel & Casino (daytime) including construction progress shot, marquee with opening date, and fireworks test. Original media Betacam, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.

B-roll footage of Arizona Charlie's Hotel-Casino sign and marquee during the day, shots of the Nevada state flag flying in the wind, and interior view of the casino restaraunt and sports book. Original media Betacam SP, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.

Footage of Flamingo Hilton "topping out" from roof of hotel; b-roll of the Las Vegas Strip from roof of Flamingo; remarks given at the top for "Phase 6" construction for the Flamingo Hilton. Original media Betacam, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.

B-roll footage of Showboat Hotel-Casino neon sign and marquee at night; commercial segments for buffet, diners, and promotions for the Showboat (no audio). Original media Betacam, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.

B-roll footage of Riviera Casino gaming floor and overhead light fixtures. Original media Betacam, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.

B-roll footage of dealers and casino floor; "Viva Las Vegas!" performance; shots of the buffet; poolside; Garden Terrace Buffett; person modeling Sands Hotel merchandise. Original media Betacam, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.