Well, the only major differences between Atlantic City and Las Vegas are, the heat, the number of strip clubs, and the fact that prostitution is not legal in New Jersey. Of course, if you are not really on a Bunny Ranch Budget than Atlantic City has everything else to satisfy your needs. Lets not forget the Boardwalk and the ocean front view. Try finding water in Vegas outside of a $5.00 bottle of Perrier.
Atlantic City has 14 main casino resorts, many have more than one casino on the property. Bally's Atlantic City advertises the largest number of slot machines in the area with over 5,700. Its location at Boardwalk and Park Place, made famous by the original version of the board game Monopoly, makes it easy to spot in the crowd of casinos fighting for your pocket change. Poker and card table players will find much enjoyment in the Borgata, Ceasars, Bally's, and the Trump Taj Mahal. Each resort will also have numerous dining facilities, spas, fitness centers, and luxurious amenities to satisfy every level of the Atlantic City traveler.
Everyone knows that Atlantic City has casinos but what if you don't gamble? Well, a fun stroll down the Boardwalk either on foot or being pushed in a wheeled chair contraption, will help you discover that Atlantic City is more than a gambling city. During the warmer months many visitors opt to take a dip into the ocean or relax on the beach. Some choose to shuttle off to play championship level golf at the Seaview Resort and Spa, a Marriott Resort, or any of the 10 other golf courses and country clubs in the area.
Traveling the Boardwalk, you will find many individually owned gift shops and restaurants where you can still purchase a hot dog for 75 cents or a slice of pizza for $1.50. Don't walk to fast or you may skip past one of many family owned massage parlors offering great rates to soothe your aching back, sorry no reported happy endings. For the outdoors enthusiast "Web Feet Watersports" offers bicycles, kayaks, and other water sport equipment for rental and sale. This allows you to cruise along the oceanfront or to become one with the water. For the youth, there are also arcades, an amusement park, and a "Ripley's Believe it or Not" museum. These add the seldom known family aspect to the City.
One very little known fact about Atlantic City is that it is home to many well-known famous maker outlet stores. Grab some timberland boots, a Gucci sweater, a bag from Louis Vuitton, or a watch from Movado all for up to 70% off their regular prices. Take some time out of your busy gambling schedule to check them out. There are several bars and lounges in every casino and of course casino rules state that if you are gambling your drinks are on the house. Free drinks help get or keep the party going.
You've heard so much about Atlantic City, but your thinking sounds good but how do I get there and get around. Well Greyhound stops directly at most casinos and there are many other direct shuttles running from neighboring states and major cities. For the east coast residents, Atlantic City is our Vegas and it satisfies are thirst for gambling and entertainment. Plan a trip to Atlantic City where their motto is "always turned on".