The biggest attraction of Mississippi resorts is the abundance of casinos on seemingly every corner. While it might seem a poor idea to plan on conducting serious business in such an area of eminent distraction, MS resorts offer full business facilities capable of hosting conventions and meetings of all shapes and sizes.

Sorting through the lost gambling wages and decadence of a luxury resort in Mississippi may seem a daunting task, but if you are determined to host your business endeavors in Mississippi, consider the following hints while conducting your search:

1. Search for resorts in Mississippi that offer free wireless Internet access.

2. Find a resort in MS that provides shuttle service to nearby local attractions.

3. Find a resort in Mississippi that offers overnight or same-day dry cleaning services if you plan on staying for an extended period of time.

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Use Mississippi resorts to plan a convention

A Mississippi resort is going to either contain a casino or be close to one. MS resorts with large convention spaces are frequently used because it's certainly easy to draw interest in such a fun-filled area. Of course, the proximity of so many casinos might make it hard to get any real work done, but at least you'll be able to boast about good attendance at your convention.

I recommend: The Gold Strike Casino Resort offers over 30,000 square feet of convention space in a luxurious casino hotel. And if you think it might be a better idea to stay away from your convention space to try and keep out of trouble, the Best Western Tunica Resort is close to numerous function facilities and casino resorts.

Hold your meetings at MS resorts

With gambling, fishing and over-eating happening all around you, it might be hard to get any work done. But it is important to find resorts in Mississippi that can set you aside with your own private work and meeting space so your working vacation isn't a total wash. Luxury resorts in Mississippi have numerous meeting space options that can suit your size and specification needs.

I recommend: The resort at Lake Tiak-O'Khata offers affordable meeting spaces with an array of outdoor activities. For something a bit more high end, try logging in to use the Beau Rivage Biloxi event planning tool.

Dine decadently at resorts in Mississippi

Once you've settled on casino resorts in MS, you have to consider another important factor. Food. If you're going all out to spend your working vacation gambling away your week's pay, you might as well gorge yourself on inexpensive all-you-can-eat buffets. You work hard all day trying to close deals, make sales, and plan success. Celebrate with lobsters and prime rib.

I recommend: Harlow's Casino Resort features multiple dining outlets offering authentic local fare. The Wild Rose Casino and Resort offers a buffet and deli to its gaming customers.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

• •  Mississippi luxury resorts that feature casino gambling are very restrictive about age limits. Only those over 21 can enter. So make sure you find resorts in Mississippi that cater to all ages if you're bringing along your 19-year-old intern or 20-year-old secretary.