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Beyond the betting floor: Discovering Canada’s resort gems

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And now for a new twist on the old concept of the casino getaway: Canada’s best casino resorts are more than a property with a gambling hall attached they’re monolithic entertainment destinations that can please all types of people. Long gone is the single-minded focus on slot machines and card tables; these destinations are becoming fully wholesome centers for recreation and leisure. Just imagine entering a world where your taste buds are always tickled by world class dining options that range from causal eateries to top-notch steakhouses. Apart from gastronomical delights, many resorts also include lavish spas, featuring revitalising treatments and peaceful retreats. For those in search of specific activities, there will be championship golf courses, enormous indoor and outdoor pools, and state-of-the-art fitness centers. Family-friendly appeal is more and more part of the profile. Some resorts have attractions built specifically for (and sometimes only-open to) guests, including ind...

Beyond the betting floor: The new integrated resort experience in Canada

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What was once known as our casino resorts in Canada are really becoming true integrated resorts more than just gaming destinations. These multi-property resorts have been conceptualized to appeal to a diverse demographic from families and thrill-seekers to luxury-seekers. Zona13 couldn't be more peaceful, but there is a full-on, state-of-the-art international concert hall and theater in a 5,000-seat, 35-ton monster of a complex presiding over the countryside. Next door there might be a world-class spa where you can indulge in some relaxation, a championship golf course surrounded by beautiful scenery, even an indoor waterpark with exciting slides, wave pools and attractions for everyone that’s open all year round. Most Canadian resorts further make it a point to cater to visitors of all ages, from kids-club clubs dedicated specifically to younger guests to arcades, along with a variety of dining options to appeal to every taste. And outside of the man-made, some are...