Dec 29, 2015 | Breaking News, General News, Travel & Leisure
Travel and Leisure readers agree, Mohegan Sun is home to Connecticut’s premier hotel
UNCASVILLE, CT (December 29, 2015) – Located alongside and providing panoramic views of the Thames River and surrounding New England countryside, the 34-story hotel at Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, CT is one of the most beautiful towers in all of Connecticut. And it is being recognized now as one of the best too, in a recent article showcasing the best hotels in every state in Travel and Leisure!
The scores came in from hotels that T+L readers have voted on in the publication’s World’s Best Awards. Everything from quality of rooms, location, service, dining options, nightlife and value were rated. It’s hard to argue with where things netted out too, as once guests and business goers arrive, they’re treated to one of the most impeccable and breathtaking hotel lobbies to be found anywhere. From there, Mohegan Sun’s hotel has 1,200 spacious and elegantly appointed rooms and over 170 luxury filled suites. Thirty dining options, including the likes of Bobby Flay’s Bar Americain and Michael Jordan’s Steak House, as well as a 22,000 square-foot spa & fitness center and a 27,000 square-foot solarium with an indoor/outdoor pool and whirlpool, are just steps away as well.
In the fall of 2016, Mohegan Sun is also slated to open another hotel tower, Earth Tower, that will feature 400 deluxe guest rooms, indoor pool and fitness center and even more meeting space. For more information, visit: Earth Tower.
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, is one of the largest, most spectacular entertainment, gaming, dining and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is home to three unique casinos, a 34-story, 1,200 room luxury hotel, a world-class spa and golf course, over 85 shops, restaurants and bars as well as three award-winning entertainment venues including a 10,000-seat Arena. 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. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter and view us on YouTube.
Dec 28, 2015 | Special Events
WHAT: 
Michael Cudlitz, who plays Sergeant Abraham Ford on the hit show The Walking Dead, visits Mohegan Sun on Saturday, January 16th for a Reality Check event.
WHEN/WHERE:
Saturday, January 16th
Live Q&A – 7:00pm
Free Signing – 7:30pm
The Shops at Mohegan Sun
IN DETAIL: Star of The Walking Dead, Michael Cudlitz, makes a special appearance in The Shops concourse as part of Mohegan Sun’s Reality Check. The acclaimed actor who plays Sergeant Abraham Ford in the hit horror series The Walking Dead greets fans on January 16th with a live Q&A at 7:00pm followed by a signing at 7:30pm.
Participation is one a first-come first-served basis. Due to time restrictions, Michael Cudlitz will only be signing one piece of memorabilia or the headshot given out at the event per person. There will be no personal photos or photo personalization. This event is bracelet-only. Bracelets will be distributed at 5:00pm at the signing area in The Shops concourse. Participants must have a bracelet in order to gain entry into the signing line.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN:
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, is one of the largest, most spectacular entertainment, gaming, dining and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is home to three unique casinos, a 34-story, 1,200 room luxury hotel, a world-class spa and golf course, over 85 shops, restaurants and bars as well as three award-winning entertainment venues including a 10,000-seat Arena. 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. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter and view us on YouTube.
Dec 17, 2015 | Special Events
WHAT: Join Chubby Checker on Saturday, December 26th at 6:00pm as he signs copies of his latest album during a Signings & Sightings event at Mohegan Sun.
WHEN: Saturday, December 26th
6:00pm – Free Signing Event
The Shops at Mohegan Sun
IN DETAIL: The pioneer behind “The Twist,” Chubby Checker gets up-close-and-personal with fans before his Wolf Den performance during an exclusive Signings & Sightings event. Join Chubby as he signs copies of his latest release, Snapshot, in The Shops concourse on Saturday, December 26th.
Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis. Due to time restrictions, signing personalization or photos taken with personal cameras are prohibited. Chubby Checker will only be signing copies of his latest album Snapshot. This event is bracelet-only. Snapshot must be purchased at Spin Street on the day of the event in order to receive a bracelet for entry into the signing event.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN: Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, is one of the largest, most spectacular entertainment, gaming, dining and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is home to three unique casinos, a 34-story, 1,200 room luxury hotel, a world-class spa and golf course, over 85 shops, restaurants and bars as well as three award-winning entertainment venues including a 10,000-seat Arena. 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. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter and view us on YouTube.
Dec 16, 2015 | Entertainment, General News
With special guest Dustin Lynch; Tickets on sale Friday, January 8th
UNCASVILLE, CT (December 16, 2015) – Luke Bryan will embark on a brand new tour for 2016, the “Kill The Lights Tour.” The first leg will launch on February 16th in Indiana and heads to Uncasville, CT for a concert on both Friday, February 26th and Saturday, February 27th. Citi is the official credit card of Luke’s “Kill the Lights Tour.”
Tickets are $139.00 and $99.00 and go on sale Friday, January 8th through Ticketmaster and livenation.com. Ticketmaster customers may log on to ticketmaster.com; call Ticketmaster’s national toll free Charge By Phone number 1.800.745.3000; or visit any Ticketmaster outlet. Tickets are also on sale at the Mohegan Sun Box Office starting Saturday, January 9th, subject to availability.
Luke Bryan’s career boasts over four million in album sales and multiple #1 singles, most recently with the hit, “Strip It Down,” from his platinum selling album, Kill The Lights. Bryan is also nominated for two People’s Choice awards, coming up on January 6th and recently was named “Entertainer of the Year” at the 2015 Country Music Awards.
Mohegan Sun Arena is now ranked consistently among the top venues in the world according to Billboard Magazine, Pollstar and Venues Today. It has won “Casino of The Year” at the Country Music Awards in 2008 & 2010 and in 2013, was voted “Arena Of The Year” at the G2E Global Gaming Conference in Las Vegas. Also in 2013, Mohegan Sun won “Casino of The Year” in 2 categories at the Academy of Country Music Awards. Mohegan Sun Arena was also ranked among the top 10 arena venues in the nation for 2014, regardless of size. In 2015, Mohegan Sun took home the IEBA award for “Casino of the Year.” For more information on concerts and other great events, visit Mohegan Sun. For information on this week’s schedule, call the Entertainment and Special Events hotline at 1.888.226.7711, ext. 27163.
Dec 15, 2015 | Special Events
WHAT: Meet Karina Smirnoff and Aaron Carter, season 9 Dancing With The Stars partners, at Mohegan Sun as part of two special Reality Check events on Sunday, January 3rd.
WHEN/ WHERE: Sunday, January 3rd
Live Q&A – 1:00pm & 6:00pm
The Cabaret Theatre
Free Signing – 2:00pm & 7:00pm
The Shops at Mohegan Sun
IN DETAIL: Straight from the ballroom, Karina Smirnoff and Aaron Carter of Dancing With The Stars get set to “wow” fans during two exclusive Reality Check events at Mohegan Sun. On January 3rd, the dynamic dancing duo light up The Cabaret Theatre stage with two chances to see their scorching performance, followed by a Q&A and autograph session at 1:00pm and 6:00pm.
And if that’s not enough fancy footwork, don’t miss Dancing With The Stars Live at Mohegan Sun Arena on January 8th and 9th.
Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis. Due to time restrictions, signing personalization or photos taken with personal cameras are prohibited. Headshots will be given out at the event.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN: Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, is one of the largest, most spectacular entertainment, gaming, dining and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is home to three unique casinos, a 34-story, 1,200 room luxury hotel, a world-class spa and golf course, over 85 shops, restaurants and bars as well as three award-winning entertainment venues including a 10,000-seat Arena. 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. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter and view us on YouTube.
