Renovations at the Venetian

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The Venetian Resort-Hotel-Casino, one of the world's premier destination resort casinos, announced that it is renovating more than 3,000 of its all-suite rooms. The $100-million renovation began in early 2007 and is expected to be completed by fall 2007.

Modern touches exclusive to The Venetian Resort-Hotel-Casino, such as new design, carpets, furniture, and fixtures, will include:

* Three televisions: in the King suite -- 17" LCD in the bath, 32" in the living room, and 32" in the bedroom; in the Dual Queen suite -- 17" LCD in the bath, 32" in the living room, and 42" plasma in the bedroom.

* Remote control Roman shades and curtains, with first-of-its-kind "Touch Control" technology.

* Wireless dual-line telephones and wireless Internet connection.

* Oversized plush 100% cotton bath sheets by Sobella.

* DVD player and CD/clock radio alarm in all suites.

* Sectional sleeper sofa for additional seating and a more relaxed guestroom.

* Crisp white 100% Egyptian Cotton Anichini bed linens and medium-weight 100% white goose down duvets.

* Soft angora wool throw placed on each bed by Maxwell Rodgers from New Zealand.

* Sealy pillow-top mattresses with five comfort layers.

* Fresh cut flower on all bathroom vanities.

* Upgraded food and beverage amenities in the in-room minibar including Godiva chocolates, sugar-free jelly-belly's and Piper-Heidsieck champagne.

* Luxurious upholstered walls located behind the headboards.

* Backlit onyx tops at entertainment console provides a dramatic lighting effect.