Riverboat casinos began in the United States in the 19th century. The Mississippi River spawned towns that became popular trading places for merchants and professional gamblers. Casino riverboats are now a legitimate business in several states including Mississippi. The river boats must legally be docked and must not leave their berth, but vacation cruise ships stop alongside the casinos for passengers to disembark and visit.
Celebration River cruises is a family-owned business in its 25th year of trading. The Celebration Belle is the largest non-gaming vessel on the upper Mississippi River and offers a variety of cruises. The northern cruise along the Mississippi serves freshly prepared food and provides live entertainment, while a southern trip incorporates a day-long excursion including breakfast, lunch and dinner. Another option is the 100-mile day-long cruise with several boarding locations, including Moline, Illinois and Burlington, Iowas. Celebration River Cruises also run four-hour themed cruises which include big band, classic oldies, Broadway show tunes, fall foliage, country classics, Dixieland and Oktoberfest.
Celebration River Cruises
2501 River Dr.
Moline, IL 61265
800-297-0034
celebrationbelle.com
The Hollywood Casino at Bay St. Louis is a hotel and entertainment complex with views overlooking the marina. The casino features over 1,200 slots, reel, video slot, table games, a six-table poker room and a 14-station video poker bar. The accommodation includes cable TV, in-room movie channels, free wireless high speed-Internet and linens. The hotel is adjacent to the Jourdan River, Bridges Golf Club and Bay of St. Louis. Food and beverages are served at four restaurants, providing breakfast, late lunch, dinner and late night snacks. Live music and concerts at the hotel's Stage Bar provide alternative entertainment from the casino.
Hollywood Casino Bay St. Louis
711 Hollywood Blvd.
Bay St. Louis, MS 39520
866-758-2591
hollywoodcasinobsl.com
The Isle of Capri Casino is a hotel, casino and entertainment complex located on the coast in Biloxi, Mississippi. The poker room is situated opposite the buffet, in a smoke and tobacco-free area. The gaming tables include blackjack, craps, roulette, three-card poker and Mississippi stud, progressive. The casino has 1,300 slot and video poker machines. The accommodation offers standard and balcony rooms featuring free wireless Internet access, free local calls, in-room voice mail, free cable television, in-room coffee and tea-maker, hairdryer and iron with ironing board. The hotel provides free concerts every Friday and Saturday featuring local and national live music.
Isle of Capri Casino
151 Beach Blvd.
Biloxi, MS 39530
800-843-4753
biloxi.isleofcapricasinos.com
