LAS VEGAS (KTNV) – Las Vegas is starting to feel very normal with a number of casino accommodations and popular venues where fully vaccinated guests can walk around without a mask.
The list of places where the mask requirement is dropped in line with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention continues to grow and change.
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VitalVegas.com’s Scott Roeben was in Downtown Las Vegas in Circa when the mask mandate was relaxed.
“The energy has changed, the fun is back and it went so quickly,” explained Roeben, who went to Twitter to ponder the change.
“It took a really long time and it’s just so welcome because Vegas is about being carefree and wearing a mask. It’s the opposite of carefree and it was a constant reminder that there was something to worry about or be sad and you’re kind of here in Vegas, have fun, “added Roeben.
For months, according to Roeben, bartenders, cocktail waitresses and other employees were the constant mask mandate enforcement for guests who forgot to replace their mask or became complacent.
“These people are ambassadors for the casino. It has always been a hassle for them to enforce this rule when their job is to pour drinks and bring good luck, and they can do that again,” said Roeben.
The policy for fully vaccinated animals without a mask also applies to all Caesars Entertainment Properties, Wynn Resorts, MGM Resorts International Properties and Cosmopolitan, among others.
“Now it is very liberating to stroll through a casino and interact with staff and people without a mask,” said Roeben.
“I think it’s great for people who are fully vaccinated. We have been fully vaccinated since February,” said Kimberly Cancino of Denver.
“It’s good to be on vacation and not have to worry about wearing a mask,” said Alexander Cancino.
“Hopefully once you are vaccinated everyone will be vaccinated,” he added.
13 Action News also reached out to Cowabunga Bay and Wet N ‘Wild about their mask guidelines.
Cowabunga Bay maintains the same mask guidelines for the time being, including wearing masks in line to enter the park and when purchasing (retail and groceries)
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The Wet ‘n’ Wild website states that the mask guidelines will also apply to entering and purchasing items.
Doctors and the CDC urge those at risk of COVID-19 who have not been or have not been vaccinated to remain cautious and wear a mask.
