GAMING

When residents of Williams Island want to include gaming in their recreation, they visit Miccosukee Resort & Gaming. Only 15 minutes away from the Florida Turnpike, this deluxe resort is situated along the edge of the breathtaking Florida Everglades.

With 24-hour gaming, 1,790 Video Pull Tabs, a Poker Room with 58 poker tables that host 7-card stud, as well as Texas Hold'em games and mini and super Hold'em tournaments, and a Bingo Hal with 1,200 seats, this resort provides a blue-chip gaming experience.

With all the high stakes and merrymaking, guests who work up an appetite may relish in a delectable selection of feasting options in one of the resort's five dining areas that that will satiate even the most discriminating palate. Guests may have a bottle of fine wine and an intimate yet exotic dinner at the Empeeke-Cheke, where you will find succulent delicacies such as venison, snook, frog legs, wild boar, alligator and the restaurant's unique Indian fry bread. Or experience world-renowned Florida steak and lobster at Cafe Hammock. They may also satisfy their insatiable appetite at Empeeke Aaweeke, a buffet that is no less that first-class. For lighter fare, guests may munch on a sandwich or sample a savory pizza at Empeeke Aya, and wash it down with a cup of steaming, rich java from its international coffee bar.

For guests who are in the mood to simply sit back, relax, and enjoy live music, the Cypress Lounge or Martini Bar are the destinations. Fir guests would rather skip dinner and have a few cold beverages while rooting for their favorite sport's team, they may visit the Gator Bar or find even more exciting action at the Entertainment Done, where live, big name performances and sporting action takes place.

And for guests who find themselves exhausted from a day of gaming, the resort's splendid suites are tailored to create the most pleasant experience. Fully equipped with wireless internet access, 27" remote control TVs, voice mail, premium cable programming, modem, pay-per-view movies, Playstation games, mini-bar, hair dryer, bath scale, coffeemaker, in-room safe, iron and ironing board, and even robe and slippers for your comfort, the accommodations in each guest room is top of the line.

Whether residents of Williams Island want to spend a day or two enjoying the buzz of gaming, touring the Miccosukee Indian Village, golfing or simply lounging in luxury, the Miccosukee Resort & Gaming post has something to satisfy any appetite.