Welcome to the 'Ultimate Getaway' at Harrah's Rincon Casino & Resort Opening of New Hotel Tower, Spa and Restaurant in December Brings Las Vegas Action and Entertainment to Southern California SAN DIEGO, Dec. 16 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- After 13 months of construction and anticipation, Harrah's Rincon Casino & Resort, located in the Palomar mountains of San Diego County opens the doors of its new $168 million expansion December 20 at 10 a.m. -- just in time for the holiday season. (Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20041216/LATH079) "This is an important day for us here at Harrah's Rincon," stated Janet Beronio, senior vice president and general manager. "After a little over a year of planning and hard work we are ready to open the doors on what we feel is truly the ultimate getaway here in Southern California. You can't imagine how excited we are to unveil all of the great additions to Harrah's Rincon and share them with our guests." The additions to the popular casino resort include a 21-story hotel tower, bringing the total number of hotel rooms to 651. All of the rooms feature one king or two queen beds, large luxury bathrooms with separate Roman tubs and glass-enclosed showers, and other fine amenities. The entire 21st floor consists of nothing but suites and there are other suites throughout the hotel -- a total of 104 including 36 end suites with private patios and a spectacular mountain view, 47 two-bay suites, three 3-bay suites, and a super-luxurious Presidential suite. Another added feature is the highly anticipated 7,500 sq. ft. spa. The spa contains 10 treatment rooms where guests will be pampered from head-to-toe with latest in massage therapy, hydrotherapy, manicures, pedicures, and facials. And for those who prefer to get a little more physical, there is also a state-of-the-art fitness center complete with the latest equipment. Harrah's Rincon has also transformed their pool area into a true oasis of relaxation. The two-tiered pool with its crystal clear fountain features both a hot and cold pool and is surrounded by a lush tropical garden complete with private Jacuzzis. There are 8 private cabanas filled with all of the modern conveniences of home. The pool area is also the site of the newest Harrah's Rincon restaurant, Cabana Cove. This eatery has a laid-back, California beachfront ambiance. Food and beverage offerings are on the casual side and include items originating from Mexico, Asia, Hawaii, the Mediterranean, the Caribbean, and California. While Harrah's Rincon plans to open these new additions for business on December 20th "Harrah's Rincon is planning a retro-Vegas celebration the entire month of January," explains Kathy Swank, public relations and strategic alliances manager. "Throughout January we will have old-school Vegas entertainment with headliners Gladys Knight, the Doobie Brothers and Legends in Concert, as well as lounge entertainment featuring Elvis, Tom Jones and Rat Pack tribute shows, plus free entertainment in the brand new poolside restaurant and bar Cabana Cove (not to mention gorgeous Showgirls strolling the casino floor every weekend!), you will be having too much fun to give in to those post-holiday blues. Owned by the Rincon San Luiseno Band of Mission Indians and managed by HCAL, a subsidiary of Harrah's Operating Company, Harrah's Rincon Casino & Resort is located at 777 Harrah's Rincon Way (33750 Valley Center Road) in Valley Center, CA, 20 minutes northeast of Escondido. With approximately 1,300 employees and an identity as a top resort-gaming destination, the casino has generated an estimated $46 million in annual payroll including benefits. It offers state-of-the-art amenities and the unparalleled customer service that has made Harrah's a nationally recognized brand. Harrah's Rincon has earned 25 awards in Casino Player Magazine's "Best of Gaming" Readers' Poll and 41 awards in Strictly Slots Magazine's "Best of Slots" Readers' Poll for 2004. To schedule an interview or photo, please contact Kathy Swank at (760) 751-3272 or Sheryl Sebastian at (760) 751-3211. http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20041216/LATH079 DATASOURCE: Harrah's Rincon Casino & Resort CONTACT: Kathy Swank, PR Manager, +1-760-751-3272, , or Sheryl Sebastian, +1-760-751-3211, , both of Harrah's Rincon Casino & Resort

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