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Mohegan Sun and SeaStreak join forces to bring guests from New York City to Mohegan Sun quickly and affordably

UNCASVILLE, CT –Mohegan Sun and SeaStreak, LLC have announced a partnership to quickly and scenically bring patrons from New Jersey and New York City to Mohegan Sun. Now, guests can enjoy scenic water views aboard SeaStreak’s high-speed ferries as they travel just under three hours to the best gaming and entertainment destination in the Northeast.

The high-speed ferry company, known for its dependability and quality service, will begin runs from New Jersey and New York City to New London, Connecticut each Saturday and Sunday beginning July 3rd. SeaStreak will have ferry service available once per day from the Conners Highlands Pier in New Jersey and Pier 11 (Wall Street) and the East 35th Street Pier in New York City. From there, guests will arrive at the New London Pier and be provided complimentary transportation to and from Mohegan Sun.

“We believe the partnership with SeaStreak, a very successful high-speed ferry company with a proven history of excellent service, is a great opportunity to bring people directly from the city to Mohegan Sun in a convenient and efficient way,” said Mitchell Etess, President and Chief Executive Officer for Mohegan Sun. “Guests will have the luxury of hassle-free travel at an affordable rate and can even use their Player’s Club points to purchase tickets.”

The ferry can hold up to 400 people and will feature various food and beverage options, as well as a full service cash bar. All guests will also be provided a $20.00 food voucher and a $20.00 free bet coupon, both for use at Mohegan Sun.

“We are excited about our new opportunity to utilize our state of the art high speed vessels to provide weekend service between New Jersey and New York City to New London and look forward to working with Mohegan Sun,” said James A. Barker, President of SeaStreak, LLC.

Tickets are available for $69.00 round trip or 59 Mohegan Sun Player’s Club points and can be reserved by calling 1-800-BOATRIDE/ 800-262-8742 or by coming in the Atlantic Highlands office.  For more information, please visit seastreak.com or mohegansun.com.

About Mohegan Sun
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribe, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and meeting destinations in the United States.  Situated on 240 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence and located 15 minutes from the museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country.  More information is available by calling 1.888.226.7711 or visiting mohegansun.com.

About SeaStreak, LLC
SeaStreak, LLC is a leader in revitalizing fast passenger ferry service in the New York Metropolitan Area with the largest most luxurious modern fleet of vessels.  The company offers high speed catamaran services to Manhattan from central New Jersey with a fleet of four vessels with capacities of up to 400 passengers and three vessels with capacities of up to 150 passengers.  SeaStreak also offers an array of special events and sightseeing cruises year round.  More information is available by calling 1-800-BOATRIDE or visiting seastreak.com.

Make Dad feel like a king for a day with gourmet dishes, shopping and spa specials offered throughout the property this Father’s Day

The day to show Dad appreciation is near and what better way to say “thank you’’ than with a gourmet meal or a gift he will remember at Mohegan Sun? A variety of specials will be featured throughout the property on June 20th including:

Todd English’s Tuscany will celebrate Father’s Day with their delicious chef’s tasting. Diners will begin with a Caprese Salad tossed with Heirloom Tomatoes, Fresh Basil and Burrata Cheese. The second course will consist of Veal Ravioli with Thyme Mushroom Cream. Next, Petit Filet with Seared Foie Gras and Horseradish Silk Potatoes. Topping off the meal will be a Strawberry Rhubarb Napoleon dish with Cardamom Cream for dessert. The special is offered at $50.00 per person from 4:00pm to 10:00pm and will be offered at $85.00 per person with wine pairings.

Birches Bar & Grill will prepare a three-course meal beginning with a choice of Soup or House Salad and then a Roast Prime Rib of Beef served with Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Asparagus Spears and Horseradish Cream. For dessert, a seven layered Caramel Mousse Bomb with Chocolate covered pretzel pieces will be prepared. The meal will be offered at $24.95 per person from noon until midnight.

Michael Jordan’s Steak House will serve dinner from 5:00pm to 11:00pm and guests can feast on a King Cut 20-ounce Prime Rib Steak served with Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Rosemary Demi Glace and a Sundried Tomatoes and Mushroom Skewer for $35.00 per person. Looking to surprise Dad? Diners can order steaks, steak sauces and many other items inside the Michael Jordan Restaurant store at Mohegan Sun or online at michaeljordansteaks.com. Shipping is free and packages start at $109.95.

Michael Jordan’s 23.sportcafe will prepare a delicious 20-ounce Prime Rib served with Garlic Mashed Potatoes and Rosemary Demi Glace for $32.00 per person.

Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville will have Dad in paradise with a special meal consisting of an 8-ounce Rib Eye Steak topped with Blue Cheese and Tequila Lime Shrimp with Vegetables for $24.95. Additionally, every Dad will receive two complimentary scoops of Vanilla Ice Cream topped with Oreo Cookie Crumbles, Whipped Cream and a Cherry for dessert.

Big Bubba’s BBQ will honor Father’s Day with a Prime Rib dinner which will include a Twice-Baked Potato and an additional side for $22.95.

In addition to the delicious menu items that will be located throughout the property, Mohegan Sun also has a variety of unique gifts that Dad will enjoy.

Spoil Pop at Elemis Spa with a Men’s Escape Package that includes a 50-mintue Deep- Tissue Massage, 50-minute Skin IQ Facial, 50-minute sport pedicure and a 30-minute sport manicure for $364.00.

From May 22nd until Father’s Day, Tommy Bahama’s ‘’On the Flip Side Event’’ will give shoppers a $50.00 reward for every $250.00 they spend to use towards a future purchase.

Guests who visit Margaritaville’s Smuggler’s Hold can enter Dad into a special drawing that will award one lucky father a Golf Bag. 

Brookstone will give shoppers a chance to buy Dad the coolest new gadgets with a variety of discounts including $25.00 off of Wireless Outdoor Speakers, $10.00 off of Handheld Massagers, $100.00 savings on iSqueez Foot Massagers, a buy one Biosense Pillow and Better Than Down Pillows or Comforters and get 50% off of the second and when you buy two Panasonic Batteries, you get one free. 

Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribe, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming and shopping destinations in the United States.  Situated on 240 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence and located 15 minutes from the museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country.  More information is available by calling 1.888.226.7711 or visiting mohegansun.com.

Mohegan Sun’s getaway package and room add-ons provide the perfect respite and relaxation

 Looking for a quick getaway that will have you sitting back, relaxing and recharging your batteries? Look no further and treat yourself to an overnight stay for two complete with a fifty-minute spa treatment and breakfast with Mohegan Sun’s Welcome Wellness package.               

Mohegan Sun introduces the Welcome Wellness package, a mini retreat equipped with a spa treatment and gourmet breakfast. Check in for a night at Mohegan Sun’s plush hotel and you’ll also receive:

-          A choice of a fifty-minute Swedish massage or facial at the Elemis Spa at Mohegan Sun

-          A breakfast for two at Todd English’s Tuscany

Welcome Wellness starts at $135.00 per person, based on double occupancy. Mention code PTWEL when booking.

To book, call 1.888.777.7922 or visit mohegansun.com/special-packages for more information. Restrictions may apply to all packages. Pricing is based on a one-night stay and double occupancy. Gratuity is not included. Packages are based on availability. 

Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribe, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming and shopping destinations in the United States.  Situated on 240 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence and located 15 minutes from the museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country.  More information is available by calling 1.888.226.7711 or visiting mohegansun.com.