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The Stratosphere Casino, Hotel & Tower Celebrates a NASCAR® Legend with Purchase of the First Limited Edition Dale Earnhardt Hall of Fame Camaro

Celebrating Dale Earnhardt’s legacy far beyond the track

June 18, 2010 – Las Vegas, Nev. – One of the most recognizable icons on the Las Vegas Strip will once again join together with one of the most prominent names in NASCAR® as Stratosphere Casino, Hotel & Tower celebrates Dale Earnhardt’s legacy far beyond the track with the purchase of the #1 of 10 limited edition 2010 Dale Earnhardt Hall of Fame Camaros.

The rare vehicles will be sold exclusively through Dale Earnhardt Chevrolet, in Newton, NC. This head turning tri-coat candy apple red and black Camaro was unveiled on Dale Earnhardt Day at Dale Earnhardt, Inc. on April 29, 2010 and #1 is the only car in the series of 10 that is autographed by Teresa Earnhardt, Taylor Earnhardt, Kerry Earnhardt, as well as Richard Childress and Chocolate Myers.

More information about how Dale Earnhardt fans can have a chance to take home this special edition Dale Earnhardt Hall of Fame Camaro will be available when you follow the official Stratosphere Las Vegas Company Facebook site at www.facebook.com/StratosphereHotelCasino <http://www.facebook.com/StratosphereHotelCasino>. Special room rates will be available from now through February 2011 allowing Dale Earnhardt fans to save money and support the foundation by booking a room at the Stratosphere.

About the Dale Earnhardt Foundation:
The Dale Earnhardt Foundation, formed in 2002, continues Dale’s legend through an ongoing commitment to Children, Education and Environment/Wildlife Preservation through charitable programs and grants. For more information about the Dale Earnhardt Foundation, please visit their website at www.TheDaleEarnhardtFoundation.org or by calling 877-334-DALE.

About Stratosphere Casino, Hotel & Tower:
Stratosphere Casino, Hotel & Tower is a Las Vegas Strip resort with an 80,000 sq. ft. casino. The 1,149-ft. Stratosphere Tower is the tallest free standing observation tower in the United States, featuring the Top of the World restaurant and highest view of the Las Vegas Strip from the Observation Deck; SkyJump Las Vegas and thrill rides, Big Shot, XScream and Insanity. Known as a great value to gamblers, Stratosphere is located close to the Convention Center at the gateway to downtown Las Vegas. It features 2,427 guest rooms and suites, uniquely themed restaurants, The Tower Shops and the American Superstars and BITE shows. Additionally, Stratosphere’s ace | PLAY™ program allows players to enjoy awards, comps and exclusives based on their loyalty to American Casino & Entertainment’s four properties: Stratosphere Casino, Hotel &Tower on the Las Vegas Strip, Aquarius Casino Resort in Laughlin, Nevada and two Arizona Charlie's locations in Las Vegas. For more information, visit www.StratosphereHotel.com, call 702-380-7777 or 800-99-TOWER (998-6937).

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For more information, please contact:

Robin Johnson
American Casino & Entertainment Properties
Corporate Director of Partnership Marketing
(702) 383-5299
robin.johnson@acepllc.com

James Woodrow
Preferred Public Relations
(702) 254-5704
james@preferredpublicrelations.com