Treasure Island Season 1 is excited to bring out the old story of Las Vegas with our “Gangster’s Paradise” theme. There’s a reason why Las Vegas is called “Sin City.” And much of it dates back to the era when mobsters ruled the city.
The mafia lords and mob were greedy, violent criminals who lived luxurious lives. They were feared by many, able to sneak behind good cops and pay off the bad ones. They also paved the way for illegal operations of gambling and smuggling within Vegas. And while all of this may seem corrupt, the mob and their shady activities also helped make Las Vegas what it is today.

Almost all hotel-casinos in Las Vegas were somehow connected to organized crime. During these years, casinos along the Strip —slowly popped up thanks to money from organized crime and funds from investors.
This era saw casino executives with ties to organized crime become well-respected. They easily got away with money laundering, skimming, and other violent criminal activities. On a positive end, businesses were well-managed and successful.

Our influencers will be experiencing challenges and solving puzzles that tie in the past, and give you a fun glimpse of the history that built Las Vegas.