August – the dog days of summer, it’s hot, dry, humid – hotter, dryer and just down right sticky here in the Mississippi Delta. To top it off, summer is over and if you have children, it’s back to school time. But August brings promise, the promise of the first weekend in September. Yes, on the first weekend of September each year, it’s the time most wives love to hate – SEC Football and the opening day of dove season. And, that’s just the start, leading strait into a full season of the NFL complete with days of your significant other out communing with nature as it can only be found on a deer stand or in a duck blind!
Month: August 2011
Playing for Straight Flushes in Video Poker
The late Lenny Frome, one of the first video poker analysts, was a friend of mine, and we often talked video poker. He was a really sharp guy who had a long career as an engineer in the aerospace industry before semi-retiring to Las Vegas. He was a good friend to video poker players, one of the first to give the public strategies for when to hold ’em and when to fold ’em.
Hell Yeah! Smokin Aces Returns to Harrah’s Tunica
The Smokin Aces’ Festival & BBQ Championship on September 16 -17, 2011 at Harrah’s Casino Tunica is a medley of fun, including:
- Malts & Margaritas at the Double Down Beer-Rita Fest, where for $35 per day you can get unlimited samples of 101 beers and margaritas!
- Meats ~ For only $7, you can taste test & help choose the People’s Choice BBQ winner as teams compete for prizes and entry into the 2012 Memphis in May Barbecue Championship.
- Music ~ Get your dance on with three great area bands ~ Soul Shockers, Venus Mission and Dr. Zarr’s Amazing Funk Monster!
- Motors ~ The Koss Motorsports Full House Auto Car Show featuring over 125 classes for all years, makes and models of automobiles. This show is sure to make any Motorhead’s head spin!
- Matches ~ Watch or compete in the American Cornhole Organization’s Texas Hole’em Cornhole Classic!
Whether you like to eat, drink, dance or play, there’s something for everyone! Continue reading for more details on all the upcoming fun…
Take Me Away… to the Bellissimo Spa
The Bellissimo Spa at Harrah’s Casino Tunica is the perfect way to unwind from the stresses of everyday life. Once you walk through the spa doors, you will soon forget the kids crying, husband complaining and your boss yelling at you to have your reports done.
Chrissy and I decided that we needed a break and booked a day at the spa. We both scheduled appointments for a Pure Fiji Body Experience and a Hot Stone Massage.
TunicaMS Month of Giveaways: Stay and Relax
THANK YOU TO EVERYONE FOR ENTERING THIS WEEK’S GIVEAWAY WINNERS ARE:
Tim Ragland
Lacie Madison
Lori Mariano
Mike Deaton
Jennifer Johnson
The TunicaMS Comp Closet is overflowing with comps that will expire soon, so we’re cleaning it out! During the month of August, win one of five weekly prizes!
Here’s how to enter:
~ Starting August 9, TunicaMS will post a blog at DownTheRoad.TunicaTravel.com asking a question.
~ Post your answer to the question as a comment on the blog and you’ll be entered to win one of that week’s Month of Giveaways packages.
~ Visit our blog each week through August 30 to see the latest question and/or winners.
~ Five weekly winners will be posted on Mondays. Your response must be posted by midnight (CST) on the Sunday prior to the announcement to be entered to win.
Week 3 (August 22-28) – Stay & Relax
- One-Night Stay at Harrah’s Casino Tunica
- $100 Spa Dollars at Bellissimo Spa & Salon
WEEK 3 QUESTION:
TELL US ABOUT YOUR WORST DAY AT WORK
Comment below and be entered to win. Week 3 winners will be announced Monday, August 29. Note that comps expire by December 19, 2011.
One entry per week is allowed. Must be 21 or older to win and be a legal U.S. resident. Comments must be posted on the DownTheRoad.TunicaTravel.com blog specific to that week’s giveaway by midnight the Sunday prior to the Monday winners announcement. Winners will be randomly chosen from all blog submissions for that week. Prizes are awarded by the Tunica Convention & Visitors Bureau. Prize does not include transportation. Contest questions should be directed to the Tunica CVB Facebook page (Facebook.com/TunicaMS), Twitter page (@TunicaMS) or at DownTheRoad.TunicaTravel.com blog.
Bonus Symbols on Slots
Not long ago, I watched from a couple of seats away while a woman played a bonus round on a Super Jackpot Party slot machine. If you play video slots, chances are you know the Jackpot Party format. The screen shows a grid of gift boxes while party music plays. You touch gift boxes to reveal bonus credits, and you get to keep picking until you pick a “Pooper” — perhaps a policeman or an irate neighbor putting a stop to the party noise.
Mississippi Blues and Greens: Golf Week
The 2nd Annual Golf & Blues Week is fast approaching and there are just a few spots left.
Play all Day & Party all Night! Join us for a fun-filled week of golf and blues, October 9 – 15, 2011.
Living It Up on the Mississippi
It was just another day on the Mighty Mississippi. Barges traveling up & down to their unknown destinations, while the alligator gar peaked at the water’s break and the deer ran along the edge of the river. Our group nervously walked down the boat ramp approaching the dock. Only one of us had ever experienced an airboat ride until now.
Pawn Stars comes to Tunica
One mans junk is another mans treasure. Have you ever wondered if Aunt Marge’s creepy clown figurine collection is worth more than the $2.00 you would get at a yard sale? Then head to Horseshoe Casino Tunica on Sept. 3, at 2 p.m. and have your item valued by History Channel’s “Pawn Stars”, Old Man, Big Hoss, and Chumlee.
Single Deck Blackjack
Single-deck blackjack is a different game than the multiple deck version, requiring some strategy adjustments if you’re going to get the most out of the game. That includes some extra double down situations, one of them coming when you have an 8 and the dealer has a 5 or a 6 face up.
TunicaMS Month of Giveaways: Cruise the Mighty Mississippi
THANK YOU TO EVERYONE FOR ENTERING THE SECOND WEEK’S GIVEAWAY THE WINNERS ARE:
Erik Reep
Steve Banas
Penny Bowhall
Raychel Crice
George Poe
To enter week 3 of our giveaway, click here
The TunicaMS Comp Closet is overflowing with comps that will expire soon, so we’re cleaning it out! During the month of August, win one of five weekly prizes!
Here’s how to enter:
~ Starting August 9, TunicaMS will post a blog at DownTheRoad.TunicaTravel.com asking a question.
~ Post your answer to the question as a comment on the blog and you’ll be entered to win one of that week’s Month of Giveaways packages.
~ Visit our blog each week through August 30 to see the latest question and/or winners. Click here to enter this week’s blog.
~ Five weekly winners will be posted on Mondays. Your response must be posted by midnight (CST) on the Sunday prior to the announcement to be entered to win.
Week 2 (August 16-21) – Cruising the Mighty Mississippi
- One-Night Stay at Fitz Casino & Hotel
- Tunica Queen Dinner Cruise on the Mississippi River
WEEK 2 QUESTION:
IN HONOR OF OUR FAVORITE MISSISSIPPI RIVER AUTHOR, TELL US WHAT PHENOMENON MARKED THE BIRTH AND DEATH OF MARK TWAIN.
Comment below and be entered to win. Please note that your comment may not post immediately. We have to manually approve all the comments. Week 2 winners will be announced Monday, August 22. Note that comps expire by October 31, 2011.
One entry per week is allowed. Must be 21 or older to win and be a legal U.S. resident. Comments must be posted on the DownTheRoad.TunicaTravel.com blog specific to that week’s giveaway by midnight the Sunday prior to the Monday winners announcement. Winners will be randomly chosen from all blog submissions for that week. Prizes are awarded by the Tunica Convention & Visitors Bureau. Prize does not include transportation. Contest questions should be directed to the Tunica CVB Facebook page (Facebook.com/TunicaMS), Twitter page (@TunicaMS) or at DownTheRoad.TunicaTravel.com blog.
August Specials and Promotions
Need a reason to head to Tunica this month? How about we give you a bunch? Check out the latest Specials & Promotions here.
Some of Tunica’s Casinos’ current promotions and specials include freeplay and cold hard cash, discounted hotel stays or dining deals! Plus, there are some awesome hotel packages! And if you only have a day to spend in Tunica, why not head on over for Senior’s, Gals & Pals or Ladies days. Check out all the latest on our website, www.TunicaTravel.com.
And if you’re looking for the latest Tunica entertainment, click here.
TunicaMS Month of Giveaways: Stay & Buffet
THANK YOU TO EVERYONE FOR ENTERING THE FIRST WEEK’S GIVEAWAY! THE WINNERS ARE:
Anita Lawson ~ Paula Deen
Vicki Mcallian ~ Lucille Ball
Diana Spicer-Kuprel ~ Johnny Cash
Shirley Berry ~ Paula Deen
April Moss ~ Ellen
To enter the second week’s giveaway, please go here to enter: http://bit.ly/oHu3s3
The TunicaMS Comp Closet is overflowing with comps that will expire soon, so we’re cleaning it out! During the month of August, win one of five weekly prizes!
Here’s how to enter:
~ Starting August 9, TunicaMS will post a blog at DownTheRoad.TunicaTravel.com asking a question.
~ Post your answer to the question as a comment on the blog and you’ll be entered to win one of that week’s Month of Giveaways packages.
~ Visit our blog each week through August 30 to see the latest question and/or winners.
~ Five weekly winners will be posted on Mondays. Your response must be posted by midnight (CST) on the Sunday prior to the announcement to be entered to win.
Week 1 (August 9-14) – Stay & Buffet Packages include:
- Two-Night Stay at Sam’s Town Casino & Hotel, with 2 Buffet Comps
- 2 Buffet Comps at Fitz Casino & Hotel Tunica
- $100 Fining Dining Comp at one of these casinos: Hollywood Casino Tunica, Tunica Roadhouse Casino & Hotel, Resorts Casino Tunica, Harrah’s Casino Tunica OR Gold Strike Casino Resort
WEEK 1 QUESTION:
IF YOU COULD HAVE DINNER WITH ONE FAMOUS PERSON DEAD OR ALIVE, WHOM WOULD YOU CHOOSE?
Comment below and be entered to win. Week 1 winners will be announced Monday, August 15. Note that some comps expire by September 20, 2011.
One entry per week is allowed. Must be 21 or older to win and be a legal U.S. resident. Comments must be posted on the DownTheRoad.TunicaTravel.com blog specific to that week’s giveaway by midnight the Sunday prior to the Monday winners announcement. Winners will be randomly chosen from all blog submissions for that week. Prizes are awarded by the Tunica Convention & Visitors Bureau. Prize does not include transportation. Contest questions should be directed to the Tunica CVB Facebook page (Facebook.com/TunicaMS), Twitter page (@TunicaMS) or at DownTheRoad.TunicaTravel.com blog.
Resetting Slot Machines After Big Jackpots
There’s nothing like a big jackpot to get the pulse racing and the adrenaline flowing. A little extra cash flow never hurts, and when it comes out of the blue, well, that’s something special.
Let Tunica Entertain You!
Upcoming entertainment in Tunica is smokin’ hot! Here are just a few of the acts coming soon ~ Boys II Men, Rodney Carrington, The Men of Vegas, Pawn Stars, Train and The O’Jays.
Mystery Progressives on Slots
If you play video slots, no doubt you’ve taken a turn or two on games with mystery progressives. Often there are four or more levels of progressive jackpots, and getting into the progressive round doesn’t rely on the right symbols landing on the payline. The mystery comes in just when you’re going to be randomly taken to the progressive event.
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