Gaming. Group Tour 2018 PLANNING GUIDE. Lake Charles Southwest Louisiana. Gold Strike Hotel & Gambling Hall. Turning Stone Resort Casino

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1 Group Tour Gaming 2018 PLANNING GUIDE Lake Charles Southwest Louisiana Gold Strike Hotel & Gambling Hall Turning Stone Resort Casino Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort Potawatomi Hotel & Casino MotorCity Casino Hotel Wind Creek Casino & Hotel

2 Lake Charles, Louisiana World-class casino resorts and so much more! The South s premier resort gaming destination, Lake Charles, features two first-class, full-service casino resorts with on-site amenities such as championship golf, myriad dining and shopping options, luxurious spas, and incredible lazy river and pool experiences. And these two amazing properties, L Auberge Casino Resort Lake Charles and Golden Nugget Lake Charles, sit side-by-side giving you and your clients double their fun! Prefer a pure gaming experience? Lake Charles is also home to Isle of Capri Lake Charles boasting slots, video poker and table games as well as Delta Downs Racetrack Casino, which features slots and live thoroughbred horse racing from mid-october thru mid-march. Couple this wealth of casino gaming and worldclass amenities with authentic Cajun and Creole cuisine, fresh Louisiana seafood and boudin, the original Cajun finger food of rice, pork and special spices stuffed into a sausage casing. Along the Southwest Louisiana Boudin Trail, you can taste the special proprietary recipe of each of over 25 boudin masters. How about libations? Bayou Rum, the largest private rum distillery in the USA, offers tours and tastings in their beautiful facility. Or Crying Eagle Brewing that offers tours and tasting flights of its craft beers plus a beer garden in which to enjoy them! And that s just the tip of the drink iceberg as the area also has drive-thru daiquiri shops; handcrafted, artisanal Yellowfin Vodka distillery and many more locations to taste and savor fine brews and booze. And, right from your motorcoach, your clients can experience alligators, over 400 bird species and 26 miles of accessible natural Gulf of Mexico beaches along the Creole Nature Trail All-American Road. One of only 43 designated All-American Roads in the United States, world-class bird and alligator populations make this scenic byway a natural wonder while top-notch fishing, hunting, crabbing, boating, nature photography and other outdoor opportunities distinguish the byway as a recreational paradise. Getting tired yet? Over 7,000 hotel rooms in the area, ranging from budget to 4-star, provide a wide variety of accommodations and options for finding that perfect place to lay your head, dream about today s adventures and what tomorrow s tour will bring! The Lake Charles Convention & Visitors Bureau prides itself on its level of service. From itineraries customized to you and your clients needs, to hotel bids, booking of attractions, step-on guides and group meals, to providing photography and video for your use in selling and more, we stand ready to assist you in making your tour stress free for you, and unforgettable for your clients. Contact Anne Klenke, Tourism Director, to get your tours rolling! S Lake Charles Convention & Visitors Bureau Direct: Toll free: aklenke@visitlakecharles.org VisitLakeCharles.org/South 2 December 2017

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4 Gold Strike Hotel & Gambling Hall Terrible s Roadhouse is located just 20 minutes south of the world-famous Las Vegas Strip and features all the necessities for a great stay! The Roadhouse hotel features recently remodeled rooms with in-room coffee makers, an outdoor pool and Jacuzzi hot tub. Our Denny s restaurant serves America s favorite entrees 24 hours a day. The Steak House serves some of the best steaks, chops and seafood on the Interstate at attractive prices! Be sure to try our New York Strip Steak! And for those times when you just need a quick bite, our deli offers a variety of snacks such as made-to-order personal pizzas, sub sandwiches, soups, burritos, and Krispy Kreme Doughnuts. You will find live Blackjack and Roulette in our always open casino with plenty of classic, coin-operated machines as well as the most recent movie-themed slots! The Road House Lounge features over 40 beers and almost any cocktail you could want along with a giant HD projection screen and plenty of large screen TVs for watching sports! The lounge also offers live bands almost every night! While at the Road House your patrons will enjoy our free Movie Car Display featuring cars that starred in the Fast & Furious movies, and the Back-to-the-Future Trilogy. We offer paid commissions to registered tour operators with discounted room rates. Some of our packages can include free rooms! In addition, we have free-play schedules that we can offer to your members at no cost to you, as the operator. We also offer a variety of incentives and bonuses to tour coordinators including up to $100 in free play and a $50 food credit. Registering a group is easy! Just give our tour department a call at S Gold Strike Hotel & Gambling Hall goldstrikejean.com 4 December 2017 Reader Service Card #143

5 Holidays to remember at Turning Stone Resort Casino Turning Stone Resort Casino, located 30 minutes east of Syracuse, is the Northeast s premier destination resort, attracting 4.5 million tourists every year. One of the top five tourist destinations in New York, people travel from around the country to experience the magic of the holiday season at Turning Stone. Turning Stone s legendary Gingerbread Village, recognized for two consecutive years by Forbes Travel Guide as one of the best gingerbread villages in the country, is more than 70 feet in length and includes 10 towering buildings, including a bakery, a carousel and a train depot with a moving train. Open daily through New Year s, the expansive confectionary village is constructed from a whopping 890 pounds of gingerbread dough, features more than 28,000 pieces of assorted candy, 800 pounds of icing 300 pounds of fondant, and takes the Turning Stone pastry team more than 2,500 hours to build. Weekend festivities include Breakfast with Santa and Friends, free weekend holiday entertainment and more. Additionally, Turning Stone is decorated inside and out with more than 1.5 million LED lights, more than 35 wreaths and more than 110 Christmas trees. Beyond the holidays, guests can enjoy the award-winning experience at Turning Stone all year long. Recognized with Forbes Travel Guide Four Star ratings for its hotels, restaurants and spas the resort s amenities offer a truly remarkable experience. Turning Stone features four hotels, two spas, more than 20 restaurants and dining options, three championship golf courses, an indoor Golf Dome with both a driving range and a new short game area, a completely renovated 125,000-square-foot gaming floor with both smoke-free and smoker-friendly options, a 5,000-seat arena, a cabaret style Showroom and several nightlife venues with live weekend entertainment. Be sure to add Turning Stone Resort Casino to your holiday list this year! S Turning Stone Resort Casino turningstone.com THE PERFECT MOTOR COACH DESTINATION! Turning Stone offers the ideal getaway experience for the seasoned traveler, casino player, bingo aficionado, entertainment seeker, spa connoisseur or golf enthusiast. Day Groups: 20+ guests with a minimum 4 hour stay will receive a complimentary Group Bonus Package. Overnight Groups: Receive a complimentary Gaming Bonus Package, upgraded Escort Package, Driver Package option, access to Resort amenities, customized regional itinerary options and personal service from a dedicated team of professionals. Complimentary Motor Coach parking available! LET US PLAN YOUR STAY. CALL ASK FOR OUR TOUR AND TRAVEL DEPARTMENT OR GO TO TURNINGSTONE.COM. EXIT 33 OFF THE NEW YORK STATE THRUWAY, 5218 PATRICK ROAD, VERONA, NY DEDICATED DROP OFF AND PICK UP LOCATIONS. Reader Service Card #132 GroupTour.com 5

6 Mount Pleasant, Michigan Book the Best Play-cation at Soaring Eagle! Are your guests ready for the ultimate play-cation? Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort is the ideal getaway for everyone! However your guests define fun, they ll discover it in spades all in one exciting place. Right now, your guests could win a hot new ride with Soaring Eagle s Battle of the Beasts Giveaway! We ve Got Your Game In addition to the Battle of the Beasts, Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort offers a variety of games on the floor that every player will enjoy. Guests can find a seat at one of the 3,100 slots, including progressives. If they re looking for table game action, Soaring Eagle is home to blackjack, craps, roulette and so much more! The fun doesn t stop with a 24/7-poker room, with games including Texas Hold Em, Omaha and Seven Card Stud, to name a few. If guests are hoping to win big at bingo, they re in luck, too: Soaring Eagle is the largest bingo spot in Michigan! Escape the Everyday With Soaring Eagle s 516-room hotel, it s easy for groups of any size to turn a day trip into an overnight retreat. From premium suites to deluxe rooms, the hotel offers a variety of first-class room options, all featuring luxurious amenities. As hotel guests, they ll also enjoy access to the full resort, including a 2,400-square-foot pool, plus an indoor and outdoor Jacuzzi. Everyone s Favorite Dishes Dining in groups can sometimes be challenging, and that s why Soaring Eagle is the ideal choice for a group getaway that everyone can agree on. Whether you re looking for an award-winning menu featuring fresh seafood and hand-cut, aged steaks or something more casual, like a good old-fashioned burger and fries, Soaring Eagle is home to several restaurants. And guests can always find a bite to eat with a 24/7 café and convenient to-go options! New Season, New Spa Specials While your guests may still be on that winner s streak, a new season can mean bad luck for skin. That s why Soaring Eagle Spa & Salon offers a selection of skin carespecials! Plus, guests can unwind and recharge with a soothing massage, or make a little me-time for a manicure or pedicure. From thrilling muscle car giveaways and games to relaxing spa specials, Soaring Eagle is the ideal play-cation for all of your guests! Book your group getaway today call our group tour specialists. S Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort , ext SoaringEagleCasino.com 6 December 2017 PHOTO: SOARING EAGLE CASINO & RESORT

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8 Go All-In Potawatomi Hotel & Casino Gather your group and plan a trip to Potawatomi Hotel & Casino in Milwaukee for high-energy gaming, award-winning dining, bars, live music and luxurious accommodations. 24/7 GAMING ACTION With more than 150,000 square feet of gaming space, Potawatomi annually provides nonstop gaming for more than 6 million guests. The casino floor offers over 2,500 slot machines in the latest themes and denominations from 1 cent to $100. One hundred table games give guests plenty of choices, including blackjack, craps, roulette, baccarat, Fortune Pai Gow Poker and more. Guests can also enjoy an exciting game of poker in the comfort of the 20-table Poker Room or live racing action from the 200- seat Off-Track Betting Room. Bingo players will love the expansive 1,440-seat Bingo Hall where they can play up to 180 cards electronically. Daily payouts average more than $75,000! WAGER ON FLAVOR Seven unique restaurants provide amazing variety across the property. Bella Italiana serves Italian cooking at feel-good prices. Enjoy all-you-can-eat offerings from seven action stations at The Buffet, featuring crab legs two nights a week. Canal Street Café, in the hotel lobby, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, serving casual, American comfort food favorites. The award-winning Dream Dance Steak offers a twist on the tradition of a Wisconsin steakhouse with seasonal menus and a retail-priced wine list. The Fire Pit Sports Bar & Grill features 34 high-definition televisions and sports bar fare open until bar time. Menomonee Valley Food Court houses four different quick-service eateries many open late. Finally, RuYi offers delicious grade-a sushi and sashimi, along with authentic Asian noodle and rice dishes. Then, settle in for worldclass entertainment at the 500-seat Northern Lights Theater or free shows playing several nights a week at the casino bars. Plan your trip to the Midwest s No. 1 Entertainment Destination today! S Potawatomi Hotel & Casino PAYSBIG PAYSBIG.COM Day Trips: Overnights: It s ALL IN Here! GATHER YOUR GROUP AND PLAN A TRIP TO THE MIDWEST S # 1 ENTERTAINMENT DESTINATION. Over 2,500 Slots Nonstop Bingo Action 100 Table Games Poker & Off-Track Betting 7 Restaurants Live Entertainment 19-Story Luxury Hotel For day trips, contact Lisa Pederson at or LPEDERSON@PAYSBIG.COM. For overnight stays, contact Sales & Catering at or SALES@PAYSBIG.COM WEST CANAL STREET MILWAUKEE, WI PAYSBIG PAYSBIG.COM OPEN 24/7 MUST BE AT LEAST 21 YEARS OLD TO ENTER CASINO; 18 TO PLAY BINGO WINNERS RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL TAXES MANAGEMENT RESERVES ALL RIGHTS GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL FOREST COUNTY POTAWATOMI COMMUNITY, WISCONSIN 8 December 2017 Reader Service Card #147

9 MotorCity Casino Hotel Whether you re planning a day trip in the city or a night out on the town, MotorCity Casino Hotel offers a variety of customizable packages perfect for your group. Enjoy complimentary on-site motorcoach parking, luxury hotel accommodations with a free room for the group leader, complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the property, and 24-hour fitness and business centers. EAT Because you can t party or play on an empty stomach, we offer a wide range of dining options. Grab a quick bite at The Grand River Deli & Burgers or Little Caesars. Or soak in some of Detroit s rich history at The Lodge Diner. Watch chefs prepare the best in American and international cuisine with premium ingredients right before your eyes in the award-winning Assembly Line buffet. And don t miss Iridescence, MotorCity Casino Hotel s AAA Four Diamond Award-winning restaurant with breathtaking views of the city. PLAY With the hottest gaming action in town and nightly live entertainment at Chromatics Lounge, your group is sure to have a good time at MotorCity Casino Hotel, conveniently located in the heart of downtown Detroit. STAY After a full day of fun and excitement, get a good night s sleep at MotorCity Casino Hotel, a AAA Four Diamond Award-winning hotel. With 400 luxurious rooms, including 33 spacious suites, everyone in your group is sure to be well-rested and ready to take on whatever events the next day brings. RELAX Wind down at D.Tour, a luxurious 13,000-square-foot spa offering unique and rejuvenating treatments. If you re the leader of a qualifying group, bring the spa offer on this page to redeem your FREE 50-Minute MotorCity Music Massage. Call for details. Restrictions apply. With all MotorCity Casino Hotel has to offer, you ll have a hard time getting them back on the bus. To book your group event now, call us at , visit Motor- CityCasino.com or send us an at tourandtravel@ mcc .com. S MotorCity Casino Hotel tourandtravel@mcc .com motorcitycasino.com Or visit MotorCityCasino.com. *Not valid on Tuesdays or holidays. Offer is based on availability. Blackout dates apply. Treatment must take place during the group s overnight visit to MotorCity Casino Hotel. One treatment offer per group with 10 or more rooms. Offer expires December 30, Certain restrictions apply. Must present offer at check-in. Offer is not valid with any other promotions. One Spa offer per group. Must use the Spa certificate while group is in-house. Group leader must be indicated on the rooming list provided to MCCH. MotorCity Casino Hotel and MotorCity Casino Hotel design are trademarks of Detroit Entertainment, L.L.C Detroit Entertainment, L.L.C. All rights reserved. Reader Service Card #151 GroupTour.com 9

10 Find Your Winning Moment Wind Creek Casino & Hotel When it comes to great times, entertainment and excitement, each Wind Creek Casino & Hotel offers up winning moments every step of the way. Two properties, Wind Creek Montgomery and Wind Creek Wetumpka, are located in and around Montgomery, Alabama, an easy drive away from Atlanta and Birmingham. Wind Creek Atmore, located in the Gulf Coast region of Alabama, boasts more of a resort type of destination. And the most recent addition to Wind Creek s family of properties, the Renaissance Aruba Resort & Casino, offers the best of the Caribbean with fun and excitement like no other. At Wind Creek Atmore, the AAA Four-Diamond hotel features 236 spacious rooms and the finest resort amenities, a luxurious spa, and a wide variety of dining options including FIRE Steakhouse and TASTE Buffet. A 65,000-square-foot casino floor also offers over 1,700 of today s most popular games. At Wind Creek Wetumpka, they ve spared no luxury, from the excitement of the high-limit salon to the exotic fish-tank centerpiece. The gaming floor offers players an 85,000-square-foot space to play over 2,500 of the most popular games. With everything from the upscale fare at the gourmet steakhouse to the international buffet, every appetite is covered. At Wind Creek Montgomery, find out how the music at B.B. King s Blues Club gives way to a 65,000-square-foot gaming floor. Stylishly dressed in modern décor with a blues twist, the hotel offers up comforts to satisfy any weary traveler. With casual cuisine and nightly live music performances, B.B. King s offers great entertainment and great food, while Lucille s offers a quick-serve option with the same great food. Last but not least, there is the Renaissance Aruba Resort & Casino. With 556 luxuriously-styled rooms situated amongst the most beautiful waters in the Caribbean, world-class dining and shopping, Okeanos Spa, a private Island retreat and 2 casinos boasting everything from slot machines to blackjack tables and roulette, it s a whole new way to win. So, don t let your group miss the best in food, fun, amenities and excitement. For information on bringing your group to any Wind Creek Casino & Hotel, contact the group sales team. S Wind Creek Casino & Hotel sales@windcreekatmore.com GREAT EXPERIENCES ARE WHAT WE DO! W hen it comes to motorcoach tour groups, Wind Creek Casino & Hotel knows how to do it right. With exciting gaming, luxurious lodging, fabulous dining, great entertainment, meeting rooms, onsite catering and more, your group is sure to have an action-packed experience. So pick Wind Creek for your next destination and discover what it means when everybody wins! CONTACT OUR BUS PROGRAM EXPERTS AT: WIND CREEK CASINO & HOTEL WETUMPKA GEORGE REISH REGIONAL BUS MANAGER (334) EXT greish@windcreekhospitality.com WIND CREEK CASINO & HOTEL ATMORE SHERRY CALL BUS & GROUP SALES MANAGER (251) scall@windcreekatmore.com 65 Birmingham ALABAMA 65 Mobile Pensacola Atmore Wetumpka 85 Montgomery 10 FLORIDA Atlanta GEORGIA Tallahassee Atmore & Wetumpka 2017 Wind Creek Hospitality. Reader Service Card #134 GroupTour.com 10