“We saw a greater need for a complete resort experience because we are not just a casino.” “For us, it wasn’t the gaming experience that we needed to expand,” Jared Munoa, Pechanga Development Corporation’s president said. There’s been a boom in Southern California casino expansions and resort construction in the Inland region over the last few years as properties added hotel towers, luxury pool complexes, more dining options and elevated entertainment venues featuring a wide variety of A-list acts. 5 unique spa treatments at Southern California casinos.Southern California casinos: Where to see concerts, comedy shows, MMA and more.Casino buffets in Southern California and what they serve.Where to eat at Southern California casinos: A guide to restaurants and dining.Hotels, more slots and restaurants: What’s new and what’s coming to Southern California casinos.“In Las Vegas it’s really about pools, nice hotels and entertainment and I think California is following that model.” Southern California Casino Guide “A casino can be an anchor but that’s not the exclusive draw,” Christopher Thornberg, director of UC Riverside School of Business Center for Economic Forecasting and Development said in a phone interview.
