Comments on: The Joy of Recreational Gambling

By: Jeffrey Small

Jeffrey Small — Wed, 03 Aug 2022 02:13:23 +0000

I’ve been going to Atlantic City since I was a child–have seen it morph into what it is today–some good, some bad. I plan to be there in September so I will miss you. A couple of suggestions: There is a restaurant that is not to be missed–it is so popular that you should try to get a reservation now! Chef Vola’s at 111 S. Albion Place is a teriffic place (take a look at the reviews); it has a huge following thus reservations are hard to come by! It is located in a house on a side street but well worth the visit! Personally I enjoy taking a long walk on the Boardwalk and breathing the sea air–I’m sure your non gambling friend will like that. There is some high end shopping on the piers but not the variety of things to do like Las Vegas, which makes AC less interesting for non gamblers. If she wants something truly unusual there is a giant elephant in Ventnor (next town south) that was saved from the wrecking ball–it is from the late 1800s, They moved it to its current location by the beach. You can actually walk inside the elephant up to an observation deck–unique! I would say that there are other attractions for non gamblers at the nearby beach towns but you would need a car to get to them (see Wildwood, for example).

By: Neil Martin

Neil Martin — Wed, 20 Jul 2022 18:14:40 +0000

George Bauslaugh’s comment mentions access to the Laurel Lounges. Sadly, the A.C. lounges are only available (for very limited hours) Fridays-through-Sundays. Jean, you should make an effort to visit the Borgata casino (not on the Boardwalk, but in the Marina district). It would require either a cab/Uber/Lyft ride or use of the “frugal” jitney service. Though you said it won’t be a priority this trip, it doe haves the largest inventory of “good” v.p. of any A.C. casino.

By: Sharon Joerres

Sharon Joerres — Wed, 20 Jul 2022 10:06:09 +0000

We’ll be in Atlantic City when you are, and can’t wait to meet you! Been enjoying your blog for years, you’ve taught us lots and we have certainly shared with others.
Looking forward to the time/place!

By: George Bauslaugh

George Bauslaugh — Mon, 18 Jul 2022 20:12:07 +0000

Jean, Diamond Elite is still a big deal and you have Comped access to the three Laurel Lounges. The advantage plays are the AC Status Matches, which will get you future Comped Rooms and access to better VIP Lounges.

By: Nita

Nita — Sun, 17 Jul 2022 00:17:09 +0000

It sounds like your trip offer is from Caesars Rewards Air. If so, just be prepared for the worst! Their schedule changes and poor communication can make CRA worse than a budget airline. Hope you don’t encounter the chronic problems that we have. Good luck!

By: Dr. Z

Dr. Z — Sat, 16 Jul 2022 21:02:13 +0000

Jean, that happy time with Brad was a million dollar win! 🙂 Have fun in Atlantic City.

By: Llew

Llew — Sat, 16 Jul 2022 17:57:07 +0000

So glad that you and Brad had another chance to have a fun casino trip together.
Looking forward to seeing you in Atlantic City.