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Boyd Gaming Corporation operates as a multi-jurisdictional gaming company. The company is a diversified operator of 21 wholly-owned gaming entertainment properties and one controlling interest in a limited liability company. It has gaming operations in Nevada, Illinois, Louisiana, Mississippi, Indiana, Kansas, Iowa and New Jersey. Properties As of December 31, 2012, the company owns or operates 1,255,576 square feet of casino space, containing 31,577 slot machines, 758 table games and 11,416 hotel rooms. Hawaiian Operations In addition to these properties, the company owns and operates a travel agency in Hawaii, and a captive insurance company, also in Hawaii, that underwrites travel-related insurance. Dania Jai-Alai: The company also owns and operates Dania Jai-Alai, which is a pari-mutuel jai-alai facility with approximately 47 acres of related land located in Dania Beach, Broward County, Florida. Segments The company operates in five segments: Las Vegas Locals, Downtown Las Vegas, Midwest and South, Peninsula Gaming, and Atlantic City. Las Vegas Locals segment The Las Vegas Locals segment consists of six casinos that serve the resident population of the Las Vegas metropolitan area. Gold Coast Hotel and Casino (Gold Coast): Gold Coast is located on Flamingo Road, approximately one mile west of the Las Vegas Strip and one-quarter mile west of Interstate 15, the major highway linking Las Vegas and southern California. The primary target market for Gold Coast consists of local middle-market customers who actively gamble. Gold Coast's amenities include 711 hotel rooms and suites along with meeting facilities, multiple restaurant options, a 70-lane bowling center and gaming, including slots, table games, a race and sports book and a bingo center. The Orleans Hotel and Casino (The Orleans): The Orleans is located on Tropicana Avenue, a short distance from the Las Vegas Strip. The target markets for The Orleans are both local residents and visitors to the Las Vegas area. Amenities at The Orleans include 1,885 hotel rooms, various restaurants and bars, a spa and fitness center, 18 stadium-seating movie theaters, a 70-lane bowling center, banquet and meeting space, and a special events arena that seats up to 9,500 patrons. Sam's Town Hotel and Gambling Hall: Sam's Town Las Vegas is located on the Boulder Strip, approximately six miles east of the Las Vegas Strip, and features a contemporary western theme. Amenities at Sam's Town Las Vegas include 646 hotel rooms, various restaurants and bars, 18 stadium-seating movie theaters, and a 56-lane bowling center. Suncoast Hotel and Casino (Suncoast): Suncoast is located in Peccole Ranch, a master-planned community adjacent to Summerlin, and is readily accessible from most major points in Las Vegas, including downtown and the Las Vegas Strip. Suncoast is a Mediterranean-themed facility that features 426 hotel rooms, multiple restaurant options, 25,000 square feet of banquet and meeting facilities, 16 stadium-seating movie theatres, and a 64-lane bowling center. Eldorado Casino and Jokers Wild Casino (Eldorado): Eldorado is approximately 14 miles from the Las Vegas Strip. The amenities at the property include slots, table games, a sports book, and dining options. The principal customers of these properties are Henderson residents. Downtown Las Vegas segment The company’s downtown properties focus their marketing on gaming enthusiasts from Hawaii and tour and travel agents in Hawaii. Through its Hawaiian travel agency, Vacations Hawaii, the company operates four charter flights from Honolulu to Las Vegas each week, helping to ensure a stable supply of air transportation. California Hotel and Casino (California): California's amenities include 781 hotel rooms, multiple dining options, a sports book, and meeting space. Fremont Hotel and Casino (Fremont): Fremont is adjacent to the principal pedestrian thoroughfare in downtown Las Vegas known as the Fremont Street Experience. The property's amenities include 447 hotel rooms, a race and sports book, and meeting space. Main Street Station Casino, Brewery and Hotel (Main Street Station):