considered innovative for offering no-limit wagering and gambling coupons. In addition, Vegas World offered automobiles as jackpot prizes, a concept that was later used in other casinos. The resort also featured what was reputedly the largest exterior sign in the world. On May 19, 1984, a stuntman named Dan Koko set the world "fire fall" record when he jumped off the hotel's roof as part of a stunt, plummeting 250 feet while wearing a flame-resistant suit that had been set on fire. Koko performed another stunt on August 30, 1984, in which he climbed atop a small platform, 326 feet above the ground and positioned on a 90-foot scaffolding, located on the roof of the 25-story hotel tower. Koko then jumped and successfully landed on a 22-foot-high, 2,000-pound air bag that was custom-made for the occasion at a cost of $45,000. Koko became the new holder of the world "high fall" record, previously set by Dar Robinson. Inside Vegas World following the stunt, Koko received $1 million in cash from Stupak, as part of a deal they made. It was the highest price ever paid for a free fall stunt. Stupak accepted the deal for the publicity. Vacation packages During the late 1980s, Stupak advertised Vegas World vacation packages through national magazines and mail. In October 1990, the Nevada Gaming Commission filed a complaint against Stupak, alleging that he fraudulently promised customers vacation packages for Vegas World that consisted of free trips, gifts and complimentary gaming tokens. In February 1991, Stupak settled the complaint and was fined $125,000 by the Nevada Gaming Commission. Stupak continued to run newspaper advertisements for "free Las Vegas vacations" at Vegas World. Later that year, the Nevada Consumer Affairs Division met with the gaming commission to discuss the legality of the advertisements, following the earlier complaint. The gaming commission launched an investigation to determine if Stupak broke his earlier settlement deal; Stupak said the advertisements were legal. In those advertisements, Stupak requested a $396 check from customers in exchange for a three-day, two-night stay at Vegas World. Customers would also receive $400 in cash, and other benefits. Stratosphere project and closure In 1989, Stupak was planning a new 1,012-foot neon sign tower for Vegas World. The idea evolved to include an elevator leading up to an observation deck at the top. Stupak said he wanted the tower to become a local landmark, similar to the