Isle Reveals Construction Plans for Biloxi Property

BILOXI, Mississippi -- Isle of Capri Casinos, Inc. (Nasdaq: ISLE) has announced construction plans for the Isle of Capri Biloxi Casino Resort.

The renovation project of the existing atrium includes
  an additional 450 slot machines, reopening the company-branded Tradewinds Marketplace with a variety of food offerings, and a new multi-story entry feature and bar at the heart of the atrium offering vibrant high action imagery and audio on multiple video displays. Plans also include a covered walkway bridge connecting the parking deck with the atrium. The renovation project, adding additional food and beverage seating capacity of 160, is expected to be complete by Memorial Day.

The company also plans to reopen the infinity pool and waterfall, spa sundeck, and pool bar by May 1, completing the array of property amenities for guests' enjoyment. Plans call for the remaining 100 hotel rooms to be fully operational by Memorial Day, bringing the Isle of Capri Biloxi Casino Resort back to capacity with 731 rooms including 200 whirlpool suites.

"Regional casino players are seeking more sophisticated playing options and amenities than ever before. Our Biloxi casino is an example of the direction our product is taking as we meet the growing demands of our customers. Our team members in casino operations, food & beverage and the hotel have worked diligently to operate the property at the levels our guests expect. In Biloxi, our guests are relaxing at the spa, enjoying the culinary expertise of our food and beverage service staff and now are getting prepared for the summer season," Tim Hinkley, president and chief operating officer, said.

Isle of Capri Casinos, Inc., a leading developer and owner of gaming and entertainment facilities, operates 15 casinos in 13 locations. The company owns and operates riverboat and dockside casinos in Biloxi, Vicksburg, Lula and Natchez, Mississippi; Bossier City and Lake Charles (2 riverboats), Louisiana; Bettendorf, Davenport and Marquette, Iowa; and Kansas City and Boonville, Missouri. The company also owns a 57 percent interest in and operates land-based casinos in Black Hawk (two casinos), Colorado. Isle of Capri's international gaming interests include a casino that it operates in Freeport, Grand Bahama and a two-thirds ownership interest in casinos in Dudley, Walsall and Wolverhampton, England. The company also owns and operates Pompano Park Harness Racing Track in Pompano Beach, Florida.