People and Culture Group

I was comparing resort destinations along the West Coast and naturally ended up looking at what British Columbia has to offer. The waterfront setting was the first thing that made the page different from a standard venue listing. River Rock Casino sits along the Fraser River in Richmond and opened in June 2004 as a distinctly West Coast property. The resort describes nearly 400 rooms and suites, a 144-berth marina, and a show theatre that hosts live performances throughout the year. I found the range of on-site amenities useful, especially the indoor pool with waterslide, the Absolute Spa, and the fitness centre. The wider property information also covers a variety of dining options, from casual cafés to fine dining, along with meeting and event spaces. The connection to the local area is easy to identify without dominating the text, and the proximity to the airport and SkyTrain makes the location feel well connected. For someone researching resort properties in the region, the combination of accommodations, entertainment, and hospitality is probably the most interesting part.