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El Cortez Offers $5K Ghost-Hunting Weekend in Historic Las Vegas Hotel

Uncover the secrets of one of Las Vegas' oldest hotels. Win $5,000 for your bravery.

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El Cortez Offers $5K Ghost-Hunting Weekend in Historic Las Vegas Hotel

A unique opportunity awaits thrill-seekers in the US. The historic El Cortez Hotel & Casino in Downtown Las Vegas is offering a weekend ghost-hunting experience, with a $5,000 prize for the chosen adventurer. Applications are open from October 6th to 31st, 2025.

Designed by renowned architect John Kell Houssels and built by prominent contractor Marcello Cordovado, the El Cortez opened in 1941 and stands as one of the oldest hotels in Downtown Las Vegas. The contest is open to US residents aged 21 and above, with applications accepted from 12pm EST on October 6th to 12pm EST on October 31st, 2025.

The winner will receive $500 for food, drinks, and ghost-hunting equipment, with flights and accommodation worth $800 covered by the organizers. The chosen ghost hunter will explore the hotel's oldest and eeriest corners, using provided gear to detect unusual activity and document any spooky occurrences. Upon submission of their documentation, the winner will be paid the remaining $3,250.

The El Cortez Hotel & Casino, with its history of paranormal happenings including mobster sightings and unexplained phenomena, promises an exciting and chilling weekend for the lucky winner. Don't miss this unique chance to explore the hotel's eerie past and potentially unravel its mysteries.

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