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Extend Your Stay on The Secret Coast

By Coastal Mississippi Staff on Feb. 09, 2021

As the meetings industry begins to reopen its doors to conferences and events, Coastal Mississippi is keeping the health and safety of all of our visitors top of mind. In addition to the protocols outlined in our Destination Health Promise, the 62 miles of scenic shoreline found on The Secret Coast beckon you to explore, safely, with plenty of room to roam and endless possibilities for discovery. And with twelve coastal communities, 24/7 gaming, 26 miles of sandy beaches, and a variety of attractions, you'll *have* to extend your stay after…

Best Al Fresco Dining in Coastal Mississippi

By Coastal Mississippi Staff on Jan. 11, 2021

What pairs best with authentic coastal cuisine? Outdoor ambience! In addition to the best fresh-caught seafood and the most innovative menus you’ll find in the Southeastern United States, Coastal Mississippi boasts a variety of restaurants with incredible al fresco dining experiences. Al fresco dining, or dining outside, is the preferred method of eating on the coast, whether it be a quick solo lunch or a shared family meal. Enjoy a shrimp po-boy as you watch the waves roll in from the Gulf of Mexico, or savor chargrilled oysters over…

Work Hard, Play Harder in Coastal Mississippi

By Coastal Mississippi Staff on Aug. 25, 2020

Working from home is the new normal for many of us. We’ve traded our office desks and watercooler chats for Zoom meetings from the kitchen table. And though this new work environment has its benefits, staying in one space day in and day out has delivered a big dose of quarantine fatigue. Solution? A new, exciting workspace! Coastal Mississippi has 12 charming coastal communities spread across 62 miles of scenic shoreline – plenty of room to roam in between those virtual meetings. Easily accessible by car, you can enjoy the elements of The Secret Coast while increasing your work productivity and shedding your monotonous routine. You can work hard and play even harder, and no one needs to know that you are technically on vacation. We won’t tell if you won’t. Before booking, we encourage you to check with individual businesses on any potential changes to their availability and/or hours, but rest assured Coastal Mississippi is working diligently with our partners to ensure your safety and health is the top priority. Find out how in ourDestination Health Promise. …

Family Fun in Coastal Mississippi

By Coastal Mississippi Staff on Jun. 18, 2020

Does your family favor the speed of a go-kart track over sunbathing by a pool? Are you a big kid at heart who likes the occasional arcade zombie battle or adrenaline rush of air hockey tournaments? Say no more! Coastal Mississippi boasts an array of top notch, family fun activities for kids of all ages. Before booking, we encourage you to check with individual businesses on any potential changes to their availability and/or hours, but rest assured Coastal Mississippi is working diligently with our partners to ensure your safety and health is…

Virtual Scavenger Hunt

By Coastal Mississippi Staff on May. 01, 2020

How well do you know your way around Coastal Mississippi? Browse our context clues of secret facts and Google Maps images to discern which coastal icon is which. Challenge a friend to determine who knows Coastal Mississippi best! CLICK HERE During the summers of 1951 - 1957, the King of Rock 'n' Roll Elvis Presley stayed at this hotel in Ocean Springs. In addition to the accommodations, the grounds are popular for golf enthusiasts! CLICK HERE This Coastal Mississippi icon is almost 200 years old! It's also notable for having several female…

Micro-Vacations: How to Stretch Your Travel Dollar—and Your PTO

By Coastal Mississippi Staff on Apr. 14, 2020

As we begin to consider future travel plans, we're keeping the health and safety of our family top of mind. Moreover, we're especially mindful of budget, potential time off from work, experiences suited to the entire family, and perhaps most of all, a destination with room to roam. Enter the micro-vacation, a travel model becoming more popular with families to take full advantage of their vacation time. In a nutshell, it involves taking more, shorter, less expensive vacations. The micro-vacationer typically builds trips around a weekend to…

Unique Culinary Opportunities in Coastal Mississippi

By Coastal Mississippi Staff on Jul. 25, 2019

Foodie. Epicure. Gourmand. Connoisseur…a person with a particular interest in food. Pick any label and it's suited to all fans of the tri-county region of Coastal Mississippi. The generous Gulf supplies over 200 species of fish, not to mention proudly serves as the leading source of the nation’s oyster and domestic shrimp industries, a title in progress since the mid-19 th century. The subsequent influences of Eastern European and Vietnamese cultures on a native seafood-centric diet have rendered a beautifully layered coastal culinary identity…

Family Biking, beach with pier in background, Ocean Springs

Last Minute Getaway to Coastal Mississippi

By Coastal Mississippi Staff on Jul. 24, 2019

The holidays are over...and while your wallet may feel a tad overextended, the call of the traveler still beckons! As you start making travel plans for 2020, consider Coastal Mississippi, where the promise of unlimited possibility and the joy of discovery along 62 miles of scenic coastline await. From outdoor adventures to one-of-a-kind attractions to fresh-caught coastal cuisine, Coastal Mississippi has an itinerary for every type of traveler and budget. We've outlined suggestions for the perfect last minute getaway to our tri-county region…

Secret Coast Summer Entertainment

By Coastal Mississippi Staff on Jul. 09, 2019

Summer is in full swing, and we are celebrating Coastal Mississippi-style with a lineup of stellar headlining entertainment. From concerts with international recording artists, stand up-comedians, and feats of acrobatic wonder, our casino properties showcase it all. Read on for the headlining entertainment coming to Coastal Mississippi in August! Lunaro Welcome to Lunaro! A new cirque-style production celebrating Hollywood and the cinematic arts. Audiences will enjoy action and adventure as they marvel at heroic feats and…

Fun in the Sun in Coastal Mississippi

By Coastal Mississippi Staff on Jun. 26, 2019

Summertime in Coastal Mississippi provides two certainties: SUN and FUN. When the temperature is higher and the days are longer, there's no excuse not to shed those layers and get outside! Soak up our beautiful coastal weather by taking advantage of the multitude of outdoor activities we offer. Splash and Swim For the aquatic lovers, we recommend beating the heat by cooling down poolside. Coastal Mississippi's casino resorts offer luxurious pool settings with options for private cabanas and bartenders at an arm's length away. Swim over to the…

Coastal Mississippi Staff

Extend Your Stay on The Secret Coast

Best Al Fresco Dining in Coastal Mississippi

Work Hard, Play Harder in Coastal Mississippi

Family Fun in Coastal Mississippi

Virtual Scavenger Hunt

Micro-Vacations: How to Stretch Your Travel Dollar—and Your PTO

Unique Culinary Opportunities in Coastal Mississippi

Last Minute Getaway to Coastal Mississippi

Secret Coast Summer Entertainment

Fun in the Sun in Coastal Mississippi

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