Thanks for this very nice coverage of the Mississippi Gulf Coast, Steve. As someone in South Texas, I head to the casinos of Louisiana and Mississippi on vacations, and the Gulfport/Biloxi area is a real gem that's not as well known as it should be to people outside the Gulf Coast area. Your dollars go a lot further when vacationing on the Mississippi Gulf Coast than in better-known tourist areas.
Upon further research, here's what I learned: The Casino Hopper goes to all of the casinos at the east end of Biloxi, but it does not go to Treasure Bay. For that you have to take the Beach Hopper which also goes farther west to Island View, Hollywood & Silver Slipper. In all cases the hoppers are $1.20 and $0.65 for seniors with a Medicare Card.
I got to spend nearly a full year in Biloxi. Keesler AFB FTW in that regard! I've visited the Beau Rivage and Boomtown but obviously I wasn't allowed to gamble underage. What a way to wax nostalgia, thanks for the video. I won't gamble anymore because of personal reasons but I'll never forget how awesome Biloxi was!
its no longer the Isle, its Golden Nugget now....and there is a new one in D'iberville called Scarlet Pearl Casino. Biloxi is my 2nd home and wont mind living there again one day
You are correct and we point this out in our book, American Casino Guide, in the section about Mississippi casinos. Some other states will also collect tax from you if you win $1,200, or more. In some instances, you may be able to get that money refunded if you are not resident of that state, but you will have to file a state tax return in order to ask for the money back.
Excellent video, but a few updates: Landry’s Inc purchased The Isle, renovating and rebranding it as a Golden Nugget. As the Isle was being transformed into GN, Harrahs decided to rebrand The Grand as a Harrah’s. The Palace completed a major renovation/expansion and is now the only smoke free casino on the MS Gulf Coast. Scarlet Pearl opened its 300 room, 68,000 sf gaming floor December 2015, and is the first and only casino in neighboring D’iberville, the city north of the bay from Biloxi. Island View is currently developing its property on the south side of US 90 to open a second casino in Gulfport, this one smoke free.
We stopped there for a couple of days on our way to New Orleans. It is beautiful there, but I couldn't take the indoor cigarette smoke in the Casinos. But, to each his own I guess. Thank God for Holiday Inn. We stayed in the one right across from the beach. They were smoke free and it was a really nice place.
All of the casinos in Biloxi and Gulfport are shown in the video. We were staying Beau Rivage and we had permission to shoot some areas of the property. Unfortunately, we did not have that access to other casino properties on the Gulf Coast. That is why most of the footage shows Beau Rivage. However, we did visit all of the other properties and we tried to shoot video where we could.
the Scarlet Pearl is the newest casino, just one year old. it is bright and open with a fantastic air filtering system. chopstix restaurant and the buffet is excellent. some of the newness needs adjusting, but as the casino has grown in 2016 it is getting better and better. fun put put golf for family fun.
I had numerous people tell me that the Casinos in Mississippi are nicer. What do you think? I've only been to Las Vegas but so far all the pictures I've seen and videos seems like the casinos in mississippi are indeed nicer.
They are really nice, I live in MS and I've been to a few on the coast, the ones in Philadelphia (central part of the state) and one of the Tunica casinos. I've been to several in Northern California as well and I was SHOCKED at the difference. The CA ones were small and dingy, and one of them was actually in a huge circus style tent.
I love the Casinos on the Coast. I highly recommend The Island View Casino in Gulfport. Across the street from Island View is the Beach View section which has the Gulf views and Non Smoking. Best Comps too!
Excellent video! I was there casino hopping for a week in Nov. 99 My friend lived next to the KAFB in Biloxi, just about 1/2 mi from Boomtown Casino. I believe Beau Rivage was still in the process of being erected, or finished but yet to be opened. It sure is interesting to see how things have changed...even when I had visited, there was signs of hurricane damage but nothing to the extent of carrying barges onto shore. anyway, thanks for posting this was interesting to watch!!
It was a well-made video. However, I found it more of a tourist guide rather than a casino guide. what about the gaming? Which casino had the best payouts? Best video poker paytables? Best blackjack rules? Highest craps free odds?
We have that information published in our book, American Casino Guide. The new 2012 edition has a story titled, "The Best Places to Play on the Gulf Coast." You can buy the book on amazon-dot-com or our web site, americancasinoguide-dot-com. Sorry, but we can't give all of the information away for free!
Just went to the Harrahs had an awful experience. I wish I could have gone 10 years ago these places are mostly changed now. I think we will stay at the Beau Rivage next time.
Hah! Yeah Mary Mahoneys was a place my parents used to go to when they lived there in the 80's and raved about but when we went a few years ago the food was awful and overpriced compared to everything else on the coast. So disappointing.
Very well done. Being from Louisiana, I love seeing these riverboat casinos. I'm living in Ohio now so they are a bit tougher to come by. Have you ever made your way to Shreveport, LA? That's my hometown and there are 5 riverboat casinos on the Red River to choose from. Thanks for sharing your video.
ApriLuv143 The beaches are blah at best. The water is always said to be polluted because there is a waste drain connected of some sort. There are huge signs that say do not swim in this water year round. There is a law against dogs on the beach as well. You can look it all up. I use to visit the beach, but it's just not as great as Florida's beaches or California's.
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Thanks for this very nice coverage of the Mississippi Gulf Coast, Steve. As someone in South Texas, I head to the casinos of Louisiana and Mississippi on vacations, and the Gulfport/Biloxi area is a real gem that's not as well known as it should be to people outside the Gulf Coast area. Your dollars go a lot further when vacationing on the Mississippi Gulf Coast than in better-known tourist areas.
I will be looking forward to visiting Mississippi again since I miss it a lot.
Upon further research, here's what I learned: The Casino Hopper goes to all of the casinos at the east end of Biloxi, but it does not go to Treasure Bay. For that you have to take the Beach Hopper which also goes farther west to Island View, Hollywood & Silver Slipper. In all cases the hoppers are $1.20 and $0.65 for seniors with a Medicare Card.
Visited Biloxi for the first time last week. We had a great time! Stayed at the IP Casino Resort...LOVED IT!!!
Hi I’m at beau revage I ate at ip buffet
@@gamingwithsavagedent5355 how was it? Did you win?
That’s a good one. I like the Boomtown only because it’s got that old school feel to it.
Nicest casino in Mississippi is Beau Rivage in Biloxi. It's like a mini-Bellagio.
I got to spend nearly a full year in Biloxi. Keesler AFB FTW in that regard! I've visited the Beau Rivage and Boomtown but obviously I wasn't allowed to gamble underage.
What a way to wax nostalgia, thanks for the video. I won't gamble anymore because of personal reasons but I'll never forget how awesome Biloxi was!
There’s plenty of other activities on the Coast besides gambling.
its no longer the Isle, its Golden Nugget now....and there is a new one in D'iberville called Scarlet Pearl Casino. Biloxi is my 2nd home and wont mind living there again one day
You are correct and we point this out in our book, American Casino Guide, in the section about Mississippi casinos. Some other states will also collect tax from you if you win $1,200, or more. In some instances, you may be able to get that money refunded if you are not resident of that state, but you will have to file a state tax return in order to ask for the money back.
Been to Biloxi three times, came home a winner each time. Combine Biloxi and New Orleans together and it makes for a fun trip.
Excellent video, but a few updates:
Landry’s Inc purchased The Isle, renovating and rebranding it as a Golden Nugget.
As the Isle was being transformed into GN, Harrahs decided to rebrand The Grand as a Harrah’s.
The Palace completed a major renovation/expansion and is now the only smoke free casino on the MS Gulf Coast.
Scarlet Pearl opened its 300 room, 68,000 sf gaming floor December 2015, and is the first and only casino in neighboring D’iberville, the city north of the bay from Biloxi.
Island View is currently developing its property on the south side of US 90 to open a second casino in Gulfport, this one smoke free.
thanks for the information! We have heard good things about Scarlet Pearl but have not had a chance to make it back since it was opened.
americancasinoguide i posted two progress videos of the new smoke free casino of the island View going up on my channel.
We stopped there for a couple of days on our way to New Orleans. It is beautiful there, but I couldn't take the indoor cigarette smoke in the Casinos. But, to each his own I guess. Thank God for Holiday Inn. We stayed in the one right across from the beach. They were smoke free and it was a really nice place.
+EricaYE6 Sad that you didn't video the view from the windows. What floor was this and what was the view?
EricaYE6 The smoke in island view made me feel terrible, sore throat and all.
All of the casinos in Biloxi and Gulfport are shown in the video. We were staying Beau Rivage and we had permission to shoot some areas of the property. Unfortunately, we did not have that access to other casino properties on the Gulf Coast. That is why most of the footage shows Beau Rivage. However, we did visit all of the other properties and we tried to shoot video where we could.
the Scarlet Pearl is the newest casino, just one year old. it is bright and open with a fantastic air filtering system. chopstix restaurant and the buffet is excellent. some of the newness needs adjusting, but as the casino has grown in 2016 it is getting better and better. fun put put golf for family fun.
We have not been back since that casino opened. It looks beautiful though, we need to make another trip back soon.
americancasinoguide I posted a review of the mini golf 36 hole course on my channel. Called lava links
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I had numerous people tell me that the Casinos in Mississippi are nicer. What do you think? I've only been to Las Vegas but so far all the pictures I've seen and videos seems like the casinos in mississippi are indeed nicer.
Hard rock and Beaux Rivage are only 2 I've been to but beaux I would compare to Green Valley resort
They are really nice, I live in MS and I've been to a few on the coast, the ones in Philadelphia (central part of the state) and one of the Tunica casinos. I've been to several in Northern California as well and I was SHOCKED at the difference. The CA ones were small and dingy, and one of them was actually in a huge circus style tent.
I love the Casinos on the Coast. I highly recommend The Island View Casino in Gulfport. Across the street from Island View is the Beach View section which has the Gulf views and Non Smoking. Best Comps too!
Excellent video! I was there casino hopping for a week in Nov. 99 My friend lived next to the KAFB in Biloxi, just about 1/2 mi from Boomtown Casino. I believe Beau Rivage was still in the process of being erected, or finished but yet to be opened. It sure is interesting to see how things have changed...even when I had visited, there was signs of hurricane damage but nothing to the extent of carrying barges onto shore. anyway, thanks for posting this was interesting to watch!!
Alot of great info in this video. Thanks!
I'm going to Biloxi casino in two weeks on the 5th can't wait to see u guys there :)
how did you do? Going back?
I have been to New Orleans several times, but I stll haven't made it to Shreveport. I would also like to visit Baton Rouge.
Excellent video
552 like my friend amazing vlog beautiful place, stay safe and connected
Great video Steve!
It was a well-made video. However, I found it more of a tourist guide rather than a casino guide. what about the gaming? Which casino had the best payouts? Best video poker paytables? Best blackjack rules? Highest craps free odds?
Douglas Rasmusen pretty much all casinos offer 10x odds on craps. Most casinos have double deck 3/2 Blackjack.
Great video keep up the good work.
I would suggest taking a trip out to Ship Island.
yeah it looks great
Thanks for sharing!
We have that information published in our book, American Casino Guide. The new 2012 edition has a story titled, "The Best Places to Play on the Gulf Coast." You can buy the book on amazon-dot-com or our web site, americancasinoguide-dot-com. Sorry, but we can't give all of the information away for free!
Just went to the Harrahs had an awful experience. I wish I could have gone 10 years ago these places are mostly changed now. I think we will stay at the Beau Rivage next time.
You should include the Link to your Book in every Video description. I would buy it!
Great job
I live here in Mississippi biloxi
Where is the best poker in Biloxi?
According to the official web site for the Casino Hopper bus at biloxibus(dot)com, the bus doesn't stop there.
Well explained but why don't buses stop at Treasure Bay Casino?
ten year old video needs updating very necessary
Yes, we are planning on doing many more like this once the covid cases calm down
Hah! Yeah Mary Mahoneys was a place my parents used to go to when they lived there in the 80's and raved about but when we went a few years ago the food was awful and overpriced compared to everything else on the coast. So disappointing.
Great video !
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Very well done. Being from Louisiana, I love seeing these riverboat casinos. I'm living in Ohio now so they are a bit tougher to come by. Have you ever made your way to Shreveport, LA? That's my hometown and there are 5 riverboat casinos on the Red River to choose from. Thanks for sharing your video.
p rob which riverboat casinos?? All the ones on the videos are either land based or on floating barges.
I work at Treasure Bay!
My dad works at beau Rivage
heard that miss universe 2012 will be held here?!??!
Wheres the people walking thier dogs, enjoying the weather and taking a run.
ApriLuv143 The beaches are blah at best. The water is always said to be polluted because there is a waste drain connected of some sort. There are huge signs that say do not swim in this water year round. There is a law against dogs on the beach as well. You can look it all up. I use to visit the beach, but it's just not as great as Florida's beaches or California's.
Las Vegas, Reno, and Atlantic City dislike this
Avoid treausure bay its so ghetto
casually mentions the Jefferson Davis museum
Do they have slots ?
Contemporary asian what????
Haven't you heard? Asian cozine is the newest craze. :P
Terrible
Sound man clean your video up
Don't like it now
Extremely racist town dirty water
You must be a Democrat
@@terryporche8745We could tell the racists we demons. My white husband checked them with his J.D. Smartened up fast
Great video.