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Asset Acquisitions (Consideration Transferred) (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified | 0 Months Ended | 12 Months Ended
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Nov. 20, 2012 Peninsula Gaming | Oct. 04, 2011 IP Casino Resort Spa | Dec. 31, 2011 IP Casino Resort Spa
Business Acquisition [Line Items] |  |  |
Purchase price | $ 1,353,737 | $ 287,000 |
HoldCo Note | 113,600 |  |
Contingent consideration - Kansas Star earn out | 9,800 |  |
Liabilities assumed on behalf of the seller |  | 1,881 |
Working capital adjustments |  | (8,252) |
Total consideration | $ 1,477,137 | $ 280,629 | $ 280,629

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