Meeting News - July 21, 2008 - (Page 48)

new & renovated showcase Mohegan Sun Uncasville, Connecticut A legendary meeting destination, AAA Four Diamond award-winning Mohegan Sun continues to shine with Project Horizon RENOVATED The Big Day: Project Horizon debuts October 2010 The Bottom Line: $925 million WHAT’S NEW Project Horizon is a $925 million expansion to the famed Mohegan Sun gaming and entertainment complex owned by the Mohegan Tribe. Adding 1.4 million square feet to the current property, the project is one of the most ambitious private development projects on the East Coast. The development includes a stunning new 39-story Earth Tower hotel showcasing a unique House of Blues experience. A new Casino of the Wind joins two current casinos. And a new 22,000square-foot spa, additional dining, retail, and entertainment venues round out the scene. THE FLOOR PLAN • 1,200 guest rooms and suites • Guest rooms offer 450 square feet and suites range from 900 to 3,500 square feet with plenty of space and privacy for strategizing and socializing • Project Horizon will add more than 900 additional rooms, with more than 250 House of Blues-themed rooms • All guest rooms feature deluxe bedding and linens, marble baths stocked with upscale amenities, oversized lounging chairs, and a 27-inch television • Large work desk with an ergonomic chair, three dual-line telephones with data port, and Internet access MEETINGS BLUEPRINT • More than 100,000 square feet of flexible meeting space • 38,000 square-foot unobstructed Uncas Ballroom • More than 30 conference and breakout rooms host up to 5,300 guests • 17,500 square-foot outdoor terrace • 10,000-seat arena attracts celebrity entertainment for large groups • Destinations Services • Business center • Latest state-of-the-art audiovisual technology includes video feed broadcasting and teleconferencing, high-speed Internet, and lighting and sound • Complimentary Meeting Evaluation (MQE) benchmarking helps planners assess meeting effectiveness ATTRACTIONS • Casino of the Earth and Casino of the Sky boast thousands of slot machines and favorite gaming tables. In fall 2008, Project Horizon will add Casino of the Wind • World’s largest fully functional planetarium dome with fiberoptic displays of the galaxy spans Casino of the Sky above Wombi Rock, housing a hip lounge and dance floor • Mohegan Sun Country Club at Pautipaug features 18 holes of golf • The Cabaret Theatre presents acoustic concerts and comedy shows • Wolf Den offers free nightly entertainment • House of Blues Music Hall set to debut in 2010 • Nightlife sizzles at Lucky’s Lounge, The Dubliner, and Ultra 88 Club • Award-winning Elemis Spa combines signature treatments with tribal-inspired themes. Project Horizon will introduce a second 22,000 squarefoot spa • Shopping runs from haute couture to funky and fun • Kids Quest offers child care and nonviolent arcade entertainment DINING DELIGHTS • Professional catering combines culinary and visual art with customized creative meeting menus and themed events • Over 30 diverse dining venues satisfy all palates with snacks to go, casual buffets/restaurants, specialty treats, and elegant fine dining • Celebrity culinary highlights are Michael Jordan’s Steak House and Todd English’s Tuscany • Multiple new dining venues will debut with Project Horizon, including House of Blues casual dining restaurant ON THE MAP Mohegan Sun is located on the banks of the Thames River in southeastern Connecticut, halfway between New York City and Boston. It is less than an hour away from international airports in Hartford and Providence, with direct flights to and from major U.S. cities. CONTACT Christopher R. Perry Vice President of Hotels Sales Management (877) 204-7100 E-mail: cperry@mohegansun.com www.mohegansun.com SPOTLIGHT The Mohegan Tribe views water as the ultimate source of life. This “source” served as the inspiration for Project Horizon. The new Earth Tower lobby showcases a reflecting pool to evoke the spirits of the sea, earth, and sky, while 13 springs represent the new generations that will prosper from the tribe's vision. SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION 48 July 21, 2008 http://www.mohegansun.com

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