Biloxi Mississippi

Bridge Boosts Business On Casino Row

Businesses around South Mississippi are still impressed with the growing number of customers since the re-opening of the Biloxi-Ocean Springs Bridge. There are two lanes open and more scheduled to open next year, making the bridge South Mississippi’s link to the Eastern Gulf Coast.

“Without the bridge open, it really did disrupt the normal traffic patterns here on the coast,” says Rich Westfall with the Isle of Capri.

He says he is convinced that the five percent increase in gaming over the last year is due to the re-opening of the bridge.

When Hurricane Katrina destroyed the bridge, casino leaders knew it would lose customers who travel from Jackson County, Mobile and Pensacola, but now that the bridge has reopened, they say business is booming. Read the rest of this entry »

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December 14

Biloxi Casinos Roll out New Year Party Plans

BILOXI, Mississippi — As reported by the Sun Herald: “The countdown is on to New Year’s Eve at Coast casinos, where high rollers will be entertained at posh parties and other guests will celebrate the occasion with complimentary champagne toasts and balloon drops on casino floors.

“…Exclusive parties for high-level gamblers are coveted invitations and spectacular productions.

“…For other Coast residents and visitors, there are lots of options for dining and fun. Traditionally, New Year’s Eve is one of the busiest nights of the year and reservations are absolutely required for upscale restaurants. Diners should consider eating at off hours to avoid long lines at the buffets.

“…On television screens all around the Hard Rock, customers can keep tabs on all the public parties.

“…Palace Casino will put some extra bling in its balloon drops – at both noon and midnight – hiding free slot credits totaling $2,500 inside the balloons.

“…At Beau Rivage, the premier performance of Balagan begins at 11 p.m.

“…Silver Slipper plans entertainment all weekend leading up to New Year’s Eve…”