Trip Planner 2016-17 Trip Planner For Group Leaders | Page 54

Experience
Casinos
Compiled by Bob Rouse
THE SUN ALSO RISES
Located on 185 acres in southeastern Connecticut , Mohegan Sun comprises a 1,200-room luxury hotel , three casinos , 75 dining and retail outlets , three entertainment venues and an 18-hole golf course . And a new hotel will open this fall , according to Steve Olender , bus sales manager .
“ We are extremely excited about the opening of our 400-room Earth Tower Hotel ,” he says . “ Not only will it assist with the additional demand generated by our increased focus on the motorcoach market , but it will also help us answer the demand on nights we have entertainment in the arena .”
Owned by the Mohegan Tribe , the gaming , entertainment and shopping destination is within easy access of New York City , Boston and Providence , and it is located 15 minutes from the museums , antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country . More than 25,000 people visit the property daily , yet with all that Mohegan Sun offers , Olender attributes its success to one factor .
“ When you come down to it , all the amenities in the world don ’ t make a difference if you don ’ t have committed team members to extend exceptional service ,” Olender says . “ I ’ m very confident that guests coming to Mohegan Sun will notice the commitment from our entire staff , who work to make each group ’ s stay memorable .”
For more information about Mohegan Sun , contact Olender at solender @ mohegansun . com or visit mohegansun . com .
Mohegan Sun ’ s commitment to service makes for a refreshing experience .
MOHEGAN SUN
DOWN IN THE BAYOU
CYPRESS BAYOU CASINO HOTEL
Cypress Bayou Casino Hotel offers just what you ’ d expect in a gaming center : table games , slots , bingo , etc . But groups should consider the hotel ’ s other tables .
“ Our property is known for its award-winning restaurants and great hospitality ,” says Germaine Yarber , tour and travel supervisor for the Louisiana resort . “ We strive to ensure everyone has a great experience .”
Guests can choose from several dining spots , including Mr . Lester ’ s Steakhouse ( with prime steaks , lobster , salmon and shrimp ), Tsunami ( sushi , sashimi and saké ), Loco Mexican Grill and Cantina ( with its signature Loco-rita margarita ) and additional eateries with options to dine in or grab and go .
Groups that go to Cypress Bayou will find ample space for meetings , seminars and social events . Four distinct rooms provide options for groups from 25 to 1,100 people , and all offer banquet and catering services .
The property , located between Lafayette and
Cypress Bayou Casino Hotel
Houma , Louisiana , attracts groups from all over Louisiana , as well as Mississippi , Texas and Mexico .
“ We have groups that are looking for fun , good food and entertainment , as well as those who are serious gamblers ,” Yarber says . “ We ask that groups book at least a month in advance ; however , if we can accommodate them on short notice , we will try our best to do so .”
For more information , email Yarber at germaineyarber @ cypressbayou . com or visit cypressbayou . com .
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