Thunder Valley Casino Resort Announces Partnership with MGM Resorts International's M life to Expand Member Benefits

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Mar 18, 2014, 12:31 ET

SACRAMENTO, Calif., March 18, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Thunder Valley Casino Resort and MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) are proud to announce a strategic marketing relationship to enhance their respective rewards programs, Thunder Rewards and M life, and benefits offered to loyal members.

This marketing partnership creates reciprocal benefits for the loyalty programs of both companies. Thunder Rewards members will receive exclusive offers at MGM Resorts destinations in Las Vegas, while MGM Resorts' M life members will enjoy offers to play and stay at Thunder Valley Casino Resort in Lincoln, Calif.

"Thunder Valley is thrilled to be partnering with world-renowned MGM Resorts International and their prestigious Las Vegas properties to offer our Thunder Rewards members a new gaming experience that is uniquely Vegas," said Dawn Clayton, General Manager of Thunder Valley Casino Resort. "We are confident our guests will be impressed by the fabulous amenities and benefits available at MGM Resorts properties in Las Vegas. In turn, we can't wait to extend our four diamond hospitality to M life players as they visit Thunder Valley, the largest gaming resort in Northern California."

Lance Evans, Vice President of Marketing Partnerships for MGM Resorts International, said, "As we strive to deliver maximum value for our M life members, regional casino partnerships, such as our new relationship with Thunder Valley Casino Resort, make for ideal additions to the program and expand M life's reach from coast to coast."

Member Benefits:

Thunder Rewards Members will receive personalized offers on hotel rooms, dining and casino FREEPLAY® at MGM Resorts' M life participating properties.
Targeted M life members will receive special introductory offers to Thunder Valley Casino Resort, including complimentary or discounted hotel rooms, FREE Slot Play, and dining offers.

For guests seeking additional information, visit www.thundervalleyresort.com or mlife.com.

About Thunder Valley Casino Resort
Thunder Valley Casino Resort has been in the elite ranks of AAA Four Diamond award-winning resort destinations since 2011. Located 30 miles east of Sacramento, Thunder Valley Casino Resort offers 250,000 square feet of gaming space—including over 2,500 slot and video machines, 135 table games and a live poker room with space for 210 players.

Thunder Valley has 14 restaurants and bars as well as Mingle Bar, Falls Bar, Thunder Bar and High Steaks Bar. Thunder Valley Casino Resort is also home to a luxury, 17-story hotel with 297 rooms, including 40 suites and an expansive outdoor pool complete with private cabanas and Coconut, a poolside bar.

The Spa at Thunder Valley features a wide variety of treatments including the exclusive 24-carat gold leaf facial. Also on property is a 3,700-space parking structure that leads guests directly into the casino and hotel. For more information on upcoming promotions, entertainment and ticket sales, or to make a reservation at Thunder Valley's AAA Four Diamond resort, visit www.thundervalleyresort.com.

The United Auburn Indian Community opened Thunder Valley in June 2003.

About MGM Resorts International's M life
M life is MGM Resorts International's premier rewards program. Members earn benefits for virtually every dollar spent at 15 MGM Resorts world-renowned destinations including Bellagio, ARIA, Vdara, MGM Grand, The Signature at MGM Grand, Mandalay Bay, THEhotel at Mandalay Bay, The Mirage, Monte Carlo, New York-New York, Luxor, and Excalibur in Las Vegas; Beau Rivage and Gold Strike in Mississippi and MGM Grand Detroit. With just one card, M life members have access to experiential rewards, personalized offers and exclusive benefits such as special room rates, pre-sale entertainment and fight tickets, priority reservations, and invitations to members-only events. Preferred relationships, including Hyatt, Southwest Airlines, Royal Caribbean International, Avis Budget Group and Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), provide members additional value, access and offers throughout the world on land, air and sea. For more information, visit mlife.com or connect on Facebook or Twitter.