Las Vegas brings 12 partners to Dublin roadshow

Las Vegas brings 12 industry partners to Dublin to host the travel trade
Partners including Cirque Du Soleil and MGM Resorts International are participating
Fletch Brunelle and Fernando Hurtado from LVCVA are attending the event
The gathering is showcasing Las Vegas offerings to Irish travel professionals
The event is strengthening connections between Las Vegas operators and the Irish market

Las Vegas brought 12 industry partners to Dublin to host the travel trade with representatives from the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority.

Partners included Bliss Wedding Chapel, Cirque Du Soleil, Fontainebleau, JW Marriott Resort and Spa, Maverick Helicopters, MGM Resorts International, Resorts World Las Vegas, Sphere, The Venetian Resort Las Vegas, Travel Nevada, Virgin Hotels Las Vegas and Wynn and Encore Las Vegas are participating. Fletch Brunelle, Vice President of Marketing at LVCVA and Fernando Hurtado, Senior Director of International Marketing at LVCVA.

The gathering showcased Las Vegas offerings to Irish travel professionals and is highlighting unique experiences across hospitality, entertainment and attractions.

Delegates engaged with partners in speed dating sessions to promote Las Vegas as a destination for Irish visitors.

Fletch Brunelle serves as Vice President of Marketing for the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA). A native Las Vegan, he holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (graduated 1987) and a Master of Business Administration (graduated 1994). With extensive experience in strategic hospitality marketing, he leads efforts to promote Las Vegas as a premier global destination, focusing on reinvention through sports, entertainment, and value-driven experiences while strengthening international and domestic visitor connections.
Fernando Hurtado holds the position of Senior Director of International Marketing (also referred to as Global Sales) at the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA). With nearly three decades of experience in sales and business development within the hospitality industry, he plays a key role in expanding Las Vegas appeal to international markets, supporting partnerships with airlines, tour operators, and global tourism stakeholders to drive visitor growth from overseas.
Bliss Wedding Chapel stands as the newest full-service wedding venue built on the Las Vegas Strip in over thirty years. This elegant and contemporary chapel offers traditional ceremonies, vow renewals, and themed experiences such as Elvis weddings in a romantic setting enhanced by custom packages, candlelit ambiance, and luxury transportation options, making it a popular choice for stress-free and unforgettable Las Vegas weddings.
Cirque du Soleil delivers world-class resident shows in Las Vegas, renowned for blending high-flying acrobatics, dramatic dance, live music, comedy, and innovative staging. Iconic productions such as KÀ, Michael Jackson ONE, Mystère, and O captivate audiences with gravity-defying performances and immersive storytelling, establishing the company as a cornerstone of Las Vegas entertainment for over thirty years.
Fontainebleau Las Vegas is a modern luxury resort and casino on the Las Vegas Strip, featuring over three thousand six hundred elegant rooms, extensive meeting space, multiple pools, fine dining, and vibrant nightlife. Rooted in the heritage of its iconic Miami counterpart, it offers sophisticated accommodations and experiences in a vertically integrated property that emphasises timeless elegance and premium service.
JW Marriott Resort and Spa at Summerlin provides a tranquil luxury escape just twenty minutes from the Las Vegas Strip. Set on fifty acres of lush gardens in the upscale Summerlin community, the resort boasts spacious rooms, a renowned Spa Aquae, a cascading waterfall pool, championship golf at TPC Las Vegas, and diverse dining options, ideal for those seeking relaxation amid desert scenery and proximity to Red Rock Canyon.
Maverick Helicopters operates one of the largest fleets of luxury Airbus EC130 and Sikorsky helicopters, offering premium aerial tours from Las Vegas. Passengers enjoy breathtaking flights over the Las Vegas Strip, Grand Canyon landings, Red Rock Canyon, and Hoover Dam, with a strong emphasis on safety, VIP service, and unforgettable views of the American Southwest.
MGM Resorts International ranks as a leading global gaming and entertainment company that operates an extensive portfolio of iconic Las Vegas resorts, including Bellagio, MGM Grand, and Mandalay Bay. Known for world-class hotels, casinos, shows, fine dining by celebrity chefs, and large-scale events, it creates immersive experiences that blend luxury hospitality with dynamic entertainment across its properties.
Resorts World Las Vegas, the first new integrated resort built on the Strip in over a decade, combines three distinct Hilton-branded hotels (Las Vegas Hilton, Conrad, and Crockfords) with a large casino, extensive dining, the largest pool deck on the Strip, and vibrant nightlife. Its sleek design and modern amenities position it as a sophisticated destination for gaming, entertainment, and luxury stays.
Sphere at the Venetian Resort stands as a revolutionary spherical entertainment venue, the largest of its kind in the world at three hundred and sixty six feet high and five hundred and sixteen feet wide. It features groundbreaking immersive technology, including a massive wraparound LED screen, advanced audio systems with haptic effects, and 4D capabilities, hosting concerts, residencies, and spectacular shows that redefine live entertainment.
The Venetian Resort Las Vegas evokes the grandeur of Venice, Italy, with its all-suite accommodations (nearly double the size of standard Las Vegas rooms), indoor canals complete with gondola rides, extensive shopping at the Grand Canal Shoppes, multiple casinos, and world-class dining. Linked with The Palazzo and Venezia towers, it offers opulent luxury, pools, spas, and entertainment in a central Strip location.
Travel Nevada, the official tourism division of the Nevada Department of Tourism and Cultural Affairs, promotes the diverse attractions of the entire Silver State beyond Las Vegas. It highlights road trips, natural wonders such as Red Rock Canyon and Lake Tahoe, quirky roadside experiences, outdoor adventures, and cultural sites to encourage visitors to explore Nevada’s mountains, deserts, and rural communities.
Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, part of the Curio Collection by Hilton, delivers a stylish and relaxed resort experience just off the Strip on Paradise Road. With modern rooms, a vibrant casino, multiple pools, a day spa, live music venues, and no traditional resort fees, it appeals to guests seeking a cool, contemporary vibe with convenient access to major attractions including Sphere.
Wynn and Encore Las Vegas represent the pinnacle of luxury on the Strip, offering Forbes Five-Star elegance through exquisitely designed suites, award-winning spas, fine dining, high-end shopping, and sophisticated casinos. The twin properties provide an intimate yet grand atmosphere with impeccable service, lush gardens, and exclusive experiences that set the standard for refined Las Vegas hospitality.