| 1. Coliseum |
| What are the telephone number & location of the Mississippi Coast Coliseum? |
The telephone number for the Mississippi Coast Coliseum is (228) 594-3700. The address is 2350 Beach Blvd, Biloxi, MS 39531. The website is www.mscoastcoliseum.com
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| 2. Mississippi Gulf Coast Convention & Visitors Bureau |
| Where is the Mississippi Gulf Coast Convention & Visitors Bureau located? |
Our office is located just off Interstate 10 (Exit 38) - 11975-G Seaway Road - Gulfport. Our offices are located on the 2nd Floor. Directions from Interstate 10 - Go South on Cowan-Lorraine Road - 2nd Red Light -Turn Right - Approximately 1 Block - Our building will be on the left.
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| 3. Lodging |
| Are There Any Motel/Hotels That Have Opened Up On The Beach Since Katrina? |
Currently the only property located ON the beach is the SEA BREEZE CONDOMINIUMS RESORT (A Condo-tel)! The property is located at 1899 Beach Blvd, Biloxi – (866) 573-7678 – www sterlingresorts.com.
On the North side of Highway 90 – there are 12 hotels/motels that are considered BEACH FRONT – as they have the view of the beach & water but are not ON the beach!
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| 4. Casinos |
| Have any of the casinos re-opened since Katrina? |
Presently the Mississippi Gulf Coast has 11 casinos open - BIGGER & BETTER!
Harrison County: Beau Rivage Casino Resort, Boomtown Casino, Harrah’s Grand Biloxi Casino Hotel & Spa, IP Casino Resort Spa, Island View Casino Resort, Isle of Capri Casino Resort, Palace Casino Resort, Treasure Bay Casino Resort and the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino.
Hancock County: Hollywood Casino (Previously – Casino Magic) and Silver Slipper Casino
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| 5. Golf Courses |
| Are any of the golf courses up and running since Katrina? |
The Mississippi Gulf Coast has ALL of their courses OPEN! There are 20 Golf Courses open & ready for play!
Harrison County: Bayou Vista, Dogwood Hills, Fallen Oak, Grand Bear, Great Southern, Gulfport Par 3, Pine Bayou, The Oaks, Pass Christian Isles, Sunkist and Windance!
Hancock County: Diamondhead – Cardinal & Pine & The Bridges (Hollywood Casino)!
Jackson County: Gulf Hills, Mississippi National, Pascagoula, The Preserve, Shell Landing, St. Andrews and Whispering Pines!
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| 6. Roads |
| Can I drive on Beach Blvd/Highway 90? (“Is Beach Blvd/Highway 90 completely repaired yet?”) |
Beach Blvd (also known as Highway 90) is completely open from Pass Christian to Biloxi! The drive is beautiful along the white sandy beach & water!
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| When will the Highway 90 bridges be reopened? |
Two lanes of the Bay St. Louis Bridge opened May 17, 2007 and the bridge is expected to be fully open by the end of January 2008. The Biloxi Bay Bridge opened two lanes November 1, 2007 and is expected to be completed April 2008.
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| 7. Attractions/Activities |
| What is there to do along the Mississippi Gulf Coast? |
There is still plenty to see & do here on the Mississippi Gulf Coast! Most of our attractions are seasonal, but we offer other attractions as well. Please refer to the home page of our website – click on Attractions or Activities tabs at the top – you will find MANY things to see & do! ENJOY!
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| Is the beach open and can we swim in the water? |
The Harrison County beach along Highway 90 is open for swimming. Our beaches & water are ready for visitors. Presently, there are no public facilities on the beach or Highway 90 for clothes changes or restroom facilities. Portable units are available. Reconstruction has begun on permanent restroom facilities. Beach vendors are open during the summer months, and charge for their services such as chair & umbrella usage.
For detail information contact the Harrison County Sand Beach Department at (228) 896-0055 or visit their website http://co.harrison.ms.us/departments/sandbeach/index.asp
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| Are dogs allowed on the beach? |
Regulations concerning allowing dogs on the Mississippi Gulf Coast beaches are different for the three counties: Harrison, Hancock and Jackson County.
Harrison County does not allow dogs on the beach.
Hancock and Jackson Counties allow dogs on the beach with a leash.
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| When does Shrimping Season begin? Where can you purchase fresh shrimp? |
Shrimping season typically runs from June to December. For more information, please contact the Department of Marine Resources @ (228) 374-5000 or (800) 374-3449. Their website is http://www.dmr.state.ms.us/Regulations/seasons.htm.
For visitors wanting to purchase fresh shrimp - commercial fish companies will sell & package fresh seafood for travel or you may buy directly off the boats! The Biloxi small craft harbor and the Pass Christian Harbor are two locations where you can buy directly from local anglers! Remember to bring an ice chest if buying from the boats!
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| Is fishing allowed off the piers or the beach? |
Many of the public piers are open for fishing! A valid fishing license is required for fishing. For a list of piers in the City of Biloxi open for fishing, please refer to their website: http://www.biloxi.ms.us/pr/Ports/Index.asp
Fishing licenses are available at many locations along the Mississippi Gulf Coast. For more information on permits for fishing, and other water type recreational activities, please contact the Department of Marine Resources @ (228) 374-5000 or (800) 374-3449. Their website is http://www.dmr.state.ms.us/licensing
The Mississippi Gulf Coast Charter Fishing Fleet is ready for your business! For a full list of water activities, please check the ACTIVITIES section of this website!
Following is a list of the piers in Gulfport that are open for fishing and recreation:
Gulfport Boat Launches:
• Gulfport Lake Boat Launch - Located behind Bayou Vista Golf Course on Washington Avenue
• Kremer Landing – Located next to Cowan-Lorraine Bridge
Fishing Piers:
• Ken Combs Pier - Located at the foot of Courthouse Road & Highway 90
• Moses Pier - Located adjacent to Gulfport Small Craft Harbor – Intersection Highway 90 & Highway 49
• Urie Pier - Located adjacent to Gulfport Small Craft Harbor – Intersection Highway 90 & Highway 49
• Westside Pier - Located on Highway 90 West of Island View Casino Resort - Gulfport
• James Hill Park & Piers - Located near Handsboro Center on Switzer Road - Pavilion, Ball Field, Tennis Courts (2), Playground Module, Boardwalk Trails, Fishing Piers
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