LGBT travelers like to go to  gay friendly places. 
So you want us to come? Roll out the red carpet!

In Atlantic City, the casino conglomerate Harrah's is making a big push to entice gay gamblers to their four local casinos. Aside from placing advertisements in gay publications (including The Advocate), Harrah's is hosting "Out in Atlantic City," a week of gay-themed parties and events, from September 25 to 27. Gay stars and favorites like Amanda Lepore, Lance Bass, and former stars of The L Word will touch down in southern New Jersey for the festivities.

There will be numerous parties and events over the  3 day gay party weekend.  Pick and choose cafeteria style, if you want to just attend or go to them all with a weekend pass. Additionally, discounted room rates beginning at $119/night are available by
entering the offer code: "LGBT", when making reservations. For more information regarding OUT in AC and other events hosted by Harrah's Entertainment Atlantic City.   All events are restricted to those 21 years of age and older.  To purchase tickets please call Ticketmaster at 800-736-1420.


Citywide, Atlantic City is developing gay-themed marketing programs after studies have shown gay travel to be one of the most lucrative niche travel markets. Atlantic City, the nation's second-largest gambling market after Las Vegas, is under the gun to raise revenue after a number of gambling operations have opened in nearby Pennsylvania. The economic slowdown has had a tangible effect on the economy of Atlantic City, a place very much dependent on people opening their wallets for meals, shows, and blackjack tables.

 

Jennifer Weissman, regional vice president of marketing for Harrah's Entertainment Inc., says reaching out to gay customers is a fair-minded -- and smart -- thing to do. "The important message here is that we have to change the face of Atlantic City," Weissman told the The Press of Atlantic City . "We have to provide new and unique reasons to visit Atlantic City."

TIE THE KNOT IN  NEW  JERSEY!

The New Jersey Civil Union law went into effect February 19, 2007. Travel to Atlantic City to hold your ceremony and while you are there enjoy the wonderful attractions the city has to offer ranging from cultural to nightlife and everything in between.

According to  FUN MAPS,  Atlantic City’s posh and glitzy casinos have turned this summer beach resort into a year-round attraction and many gay people number among the millions who travel here each year to sample the star-studded shows and try their luck on the gaming floors.

 

The beaches are still wide and white. Few resorts can boast fine, sandy beaches within feet of top-flight entertainment and luxury hotels and casinos.
 
Near the major casinos, lesbian and gays will find a comfortable and well-equipped hotel, as well as friendly restaurants and bars that either are lesbian/gay-owned or welcome a lesbian and gay clientele.

CHEAP  AND  EASY!

Cheap, fast and easy! What more could you want?!

 

ACES (Atlantic City Express Service) has rates as low as $29 (coach-class) with first-class seating for an additional $20. Call the ACES Hotline at 877-326-7428. Use Amtrak Code ACE when purchasing tickets.

ACES (Atlantic City Express Service), the direct express train service between New York City's Penn Station and Atlantic City's Rail Terminal began in February 2009. The average trip takes about 2½ hours with one quick stop in Newark, NJ, and runs Friday through Sunday, when nightlife and entertainment are at their best. Next stop, enjoyment!
 
The NYC to AC trains will make the 143-mile run with two trains operating on Friday, three on Saturday and four on Sunday.  The newly remodeled cars will carry as many as 300 passengers per four-car train. There's something about traveling in comfort and style that starts and ends a weekend fling off right!

With more than 33 million people visiting every year, Atlantic City, New Jersey has become one of America's most popular destinations. "America's Favorite Playground" has 12 casinos offering 24-hour non-stop action, world-class headline entertainers, bright sandy beaches, a 4 1/2 mile amusement-filled Boardwalk, championship golf courses, tennis, charter boat fishing, sailing, restaurants to please any dining choice, historic sites,  natural attractions, shopping and beach resort recreation. Located in the heart of the northeast and within easy driving distance of a third of the population of the United States, Atlantic City is convenient to get to and convenient to get around in. The resort is readily accessible by air through two nearby International Airports or by car and bus along three major highways. HOW FABULOUS IS THAT?!


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