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Non-Recourse Obligations of Variable Interest Entity (Schedule of Non-recourse Obligations) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands |  | 12 Months Ended
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Mar. 04, 2013 | Dec. 31, 2015 | Dec. 31, 2014 | Dec. 31, 2013
For the year ending December 31, |  |  |  |
Less: net income (loss) attributable to noncontrolling interest |  | $ 0 | $ 11,403 | $ (28,290)
Net cash from operating activities |  | $ 339,846 | $ 322,859 | $ 277,035
Echelon Development |  |  |  |
Construction and Term Loan Facility |  |  |  |
Sale of Dania Jai-Alai, price | $ 350,000 |  |  |

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