There’s no bond quite like the one between a father and child, a connection that often creates lifelong special moments and cherished memories. This year, why not take that quality time to new heights with a trip to Tunica, Mississippi? This inviting town is a veritable playground for grown-up adventures that you’ll both love, meaning you’ll… Read more »
Let’s get the obvious of the way: the whole human race is in desperate need of a vacation. After months indoors or cooped up in our homes, we’re practically gasping to be somewhere, anywhere, else. At this point, the stages of quarantine coping are proving to be more cyclical than linear, but signs of hope… Read more »
In Tunica, you can feel the warm breeze at your back as you grab your sand wedge, balance your weight on your heels in the sand trap, let it rip, and watch your ball soar over the lush green to roll slowly into the hole for par. You’ll discover why golfers come from around the world for the year-round golf opportunities just down the road in Tunica.
What golfer doesn’t like a good bet? In Tunica, you can do both! Playing Tunica’s two championship golf courses during the day and playing the tables and slots at night at Tunica’s world-class casinos are the perfect vacation getaway.
It’s nice to escape the monotony of a typical weekend and do something different. It’s even nicer when my friends and I can take a little road trip, and maybe raise a little hell in the process. Tunica offers that escape…
Most of us are will never wear the green jacket like Jordan Speith or hoist the Player’s Championship trophy like Rickie Fowler. Golf, however, is a game that does let us play the same courses and holes as the pro’s. So, it got me thinking. What are the signature holes at Tunica’s two championship courses, River Bend Links and Tunica National?
Growing up in the region, I’ve always been familiar with Tunica and the array of entertainment options the city offers. It wasn’t until recently, however, that I recognized Tunica’s position as one of the area’s premier golf destinations.
Most fans of Tunica enjoy playing games of leisure at our nine casinos, but our Travel Tunica group decided to step off of the casino floor this month for a different kind of game of leisure—learning how to play golf. While this can be overwhelming topeople of different skill levels, Tunica National General Manager Bob Wolcott, a former PGA Tour player, got us swinging in the right direction for a day that everyone who comes to Tunica should experience.
Tunica along with the Mississippi Division of Tourism hosted a group of golf writers to the state. One of the writers, Susan Bairley writes a column on the APosition.com and we wanted to share her experience here in Tunica at Tunica National Golf and Tennis as well as at the Old Waverly course in West Point, MS.
When you compare all that Tunica has to offer with what you can find in Southland, it’s not even close. So this week, we’re introducing you to the top 7 reasons why closer doesn’t mean better. Yesterday, we discussed talked about the world-class entertainment you can find in Tunica. Today, we’re talking about all of the action you can find outside of the casino floor and the variety of activities Tunica offers to please everyone in your group.
How many of you feel stretched thin? Between school and work commitments, family obligations and seemingly never-ending lists of chores waiting to be done, it can be hard to find time in the day to sleep, much less to spend quality time with our significant others. Luckily, relaxation is just down the road, because Tunica offers a variety of different ways to help you and your loved one recharge and reconnect.
Having a stress-free holiday is all about making the most of your time. One of the best ways to make your time count is by killing two birds with one stone. It’s easy to have some fun living it up just down the road in Tunica while crossing off holiday shopping from your to-do list.
From poker experts to foodies to the couple who wants an adventurous variety, there are ways for every kind of couple to enjoy themselves in Tunica.
Yesterday’s Closing Ceremony signified the end of this year’s Summer Olympics. You could wait four more years to experience the pageantry, drama and excitement of sport’s greatest showcase, or you could head on over to TunicaTravel.tv for an Olympics extravaganza that is totally Tunica.
This month, let’s explore what’s going on at Gold Strike. The resort includes a 50,000-square-foot casino, award-winning restaurants, the Millennium Theatre (which has featured performers such as Randy Travis and the Beach Boys), the Golden Reflections Spa and a convention center. I can’t wait to tell you about Gold Strike’s gaming, hotel and dining options as we move through the month. Fun fact: At 32 stories, it is known as one of the tallest buildings in Mississippi.
Every time I visit Tunica, I try to slip in something new to my schedule. Sometimes it’s a new game, a new night spot or a unique event. The variety of recreation options available at Harrah’s Tunica makes it easy to try something new. Harrah’s has has casino resort staples, but there is always something new to experience, which keeps things fresh and interesting.
If you’ve ever made a trip to Tunica, chances are you found yourself at Harrah’s Tunica at some point during your visit. Harrah’s Tunica is arguably the big man on campus when it comes to casino offerings. They’ve got a little bit of everything: golf, spa, shooting, meeting facilities, entertainment, dining, and, of course, gaming. And like all of the casinos in Tunica, Harrah’s offers a whole host of promotions designed to help visitors make the most of their trips.
General Manager of Tunica National Golf & Tennis, Bob Wolcott, talks about what he thinks will be a key component of a golfer’s game to win at the US Open this year and who he thinks will join past winners, like Tiger Woods and Rory Mcllroy, as a US Open Champion. Don’t forget to complete our easy online Golf Tunica form for your free gift and book your event, golf outing or golf getaway with us by September 1, 2012 and you will be entered to win the Grand Prize Golf Getaway for two.
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.
I’m pleased to report that the Tunica destination is alive, well and OPEN for business! Everyone is aware that we lived through a very difficult month of May due to the rising floodwaters of the Mighty Mississippi. Due to the great exposure of this event by both local and national news sources, we thought we would update you on the true story of the great flood of 2011.
Tunica National Golf & Tennis has had a long list of distinguished tournaments since opening in 2004. None however will draw more top ranked professional players to the Tunica area than the USGA Sectional Qualifier to be held on Monday, June 6, 2011.
I am sure you all have seen the news of the rising Mississippi River and it’s affect on Tunica and the Casino Industry. While these have been a difficult couple of weeks, there are a lot of things still happening in the area.
Celebrate the Luck of the Irish in Tunica on St. Patrick’s Day!
Considering that I have been heavily involved in sports for years, it probably is no surprise that I try to find something sport-related almost everywhere I go. Even though I am a fan of all sports, my favorite to play is golf. Anytime that I can get away to get in a good game of golf, I do. Sometimes I want to get out of Memphis, but don’t have time to travel a long distance to other courses. Luckily for me, Tunica is just down the road.
Vegas may be called Sin City, but Tunica’s got 7 sins that will make you ask for forgiveness . . . Down The Road!
Greed
So, maybe this sin is a give-in for Tunica. If you’re coming to play slots, throw craps or hit 21, you’re looking to strike it rich here. Is that really so bad? We could all use a little extra green in our pockets!
Pool parties are in full swing and the mosquitoes are running on all cylinders, but those back-to-school sales don’t lie – the end of summer is right around the corner. But there is still time to squeeze in one last family getaway before the school bells start ringing. Why not head down the road to Tunica and enjoy those precious last few days of summer? More than just a gaming destination, Tunica has a number of family-friendly activities that children of all ages can enjoy.
Ahh…Father’s Day! One of the best day’s of any man’s life is the day he becomes a Father! It’s only then that he can truly begin to understand the years of conversations, scoldings, disappointing looks, praise and pride that his own father has shown him over the years. Being a Father is a tricky thing 364 days a year. It’s Daddy this, Daddy that, Why Daddy, Can I Daddy, Money Daddy, Daddy Please and then, the one day that a Father can call his own, that 365th day – Father’s Day.
Have you played golf in Tunica before? Have you ever taken a golf lesson in Tunica? Maybe you’re interested in golf, but you’ve never played at all! Tunica is the perfect place for everyone ranging from beginners learning the game to weekend golfers wanting to spend time with friends playing golf at championship level courses.
Here are Tunica’s three golf course General Managers and their backgrounds, so you can know more about the three course managers and instruction when planning your golf getaway. For more detailed information on the three championship level golf courses in Tunica, click HERE.
It’s time to pack your bag and hit the road! Just down the road, Tunica is the place to get away from everything this summer.
The best place to start your planning is www.tunicatravel.com. Use the Road Trip icon to add places to your trip as you go through the site. Then you can go to My Trip Planner to see all of the places you’ll see on your Tunica vacation.
It’s the last week to enter to win tickets to the St. Jude Classic in Memphis, TN! If you haven’t entered yet, don’t worry! You can still be entered to win the remaining weekly prize to play golf at Tunica National Golf & Tennis and be qualified for the grand prize.
Did you know that Tunica is just 30 minutes from PGA golf? With close proximity to Memphis, 9 world-class casino resorts and 3 championship golf courses where you can practice for next year’s St. Jude Classic, why wouldn’t you stay in Tunica?!
Tell us your golf picks for the last May PGA Tournament by heading to Facebook/TunicaMS or @TunicaMS on Twitter TODAY! For details & complete list of rules, click HERE.
Only two weeks left to WIN! Thanks to all who have entered the first two weeks of the TunicaMS Great Golf Getaway Giveaway! Don’t forget to come back and enter again to have a greater chance of winning the grand prize to go to the St. Jude Classic in Memphis, TN!
And if you haven’t entered yet, don’t worry! You can still win one of the remaining weekly prizes to play golf at one of Tunica’s three championship courses and still be qualified for the grand prize.
Tell us your golf picks for the remaining May PGA Tournaments by heading to Facebook/TunicaMS or @TunicaMS on Twitter TODAY!
For details & complete list of rules, click HERE.
Tell us your golf picks for the weekly PGA tournaments in May & you could go to the St. Jude Classic in Memphis, TN!
You only play as well as you look. I don’t know about you but if I look and feel my best, my game tends to follow that same path. If you want the upper hand on the course it can’t hurt to have the latest in gear and apparel to get you started, and here are some things to consider:
For the best in golf in the South, Tunica’s three championship golf courses are the perfect way to make your road trip a hit. If swinging a tennis racquet is more your style, don’t forget to book court time at Tunica National’s four indoor air-conditioned clay courts for the ultimate vacation experience. Click HERE to get the phone numbers to book your tee or court time in Tunica!
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