It's not too early for Holiday Shows at AC's casinos...

November 2007

AS HARD AS IT MAY BE TO BELIEVE, IT'S NOVEMBER, AND THAT MEANS HOLIDAY SHOWS AT ATLANTIC CITY'S CASINOS ARE READY TO ROLL..."

By now you may have read that this magazine is changing its publishing schedule so that we can deliver more information in one issue. I have been lobbying for this change for some time as I believe it will result in a more complete publication for our readers. Now, not only will you get everything that's happening in Southern New Jersey for the month in each issue, including Atlantic City's casinos, you'll also get a two week peek at what's coming up the following month. A feat that no other publication in the market can match, and I like that.

Another thing I like is the fact that this time of year brings all kinds of holiday based entertainment, shows, and promotions which are guaranteed to get you in the holiday spirit.

There are a bunch of Holiday spectaculars in store for Atlantic City casino customers, including the Osmond Brothers' Christmas Special at Bally's December 9th - 13th. Their sister Marie has a Christmas gig at Trump Marina on December 1st, and Kenny Rogers delivers his Christmas Show at the Trump Taj Mahal on December 7th- 8th. There's a Holiday Extravaganza at Tropicana through December 22nd, and the Moscow Ballet is being presented by Borgata on December 8th. Those are just some of the shows. There's a bunch of special Holiday promotions as well.

Trump Taj Mahal is offering Holiday cash opportunities from November 25th to December 16th, and participants can begin to redeem that cash on December 17th. Big money available at all Trump Properties via the Trump One Card.

Next month I'll continue to peruse the holiday happenings at Atlantic City's pleasure palaces as well as what's on tap for New Year's Eve...Atlantic City style. An issue you won't want to miss if you'll be coming to Atlantic City over the holiday season.

Until then, play smart, stay within your budget; always sign up for casino customer cards, and always try and play “maximum credits,” if you can. You can’t hit the Jackpot unless you do. And feel free to send me an email if you have any questions about Atlantic City’s casinos... I can be reached at casinoinsider@acinside.com

AC HILTON
$1 Million Dollar Giveaway...

Atlantic City Hilton and Resorts Atlantic City will team together to present a $1,000,000 winner-takes-all Wheel of Fortune® slot tournament on Saturday, November 24th. Members of the Resorts Destination Casino Club can qualify for the winner-takes-all Wheel of Fortune® slot tournament by playing in daily qualifying tournaments at the Atlantic City Hilton (now through November 21st) and Resorts Atlantic City (now through November 23rd). The daily overall winner of the qualifiers at each casino each day will play in the $1 million-dollar tournament on November 24th at Resorts Atlantic City. To play in one of the qualifier sessions, guests must earn one slot point on their Resorts Destination Casino Club card that day. Those players earning an additional slot point can play in a second qualifying tournament that day. See the promotions center at Resorts or the Atlantic City Hilton for complete details.

Chairman's Club terrific...

The Insider has had plenty of opportunities to sample some of the top offerings to top players by Atlantic City's casinos. Not that we are a top player, we're not. But we do get chances to experience what top players are offered in the hope we will write about them. Smart thinking on the part of those who think up such things. Writing about the Chairman's Club at the Atlantic City Hilton or the "Black Label" club at Borgata is an easy thing to do. If you're a regular player, then you want to aspire to this level of treatment. You won't regret it. At the Chairman's Club, guests are treated to a wide variety of superior amenities. From a free, lavish hot and cold buffet, to comfortable sofa and lounge chair seating to sit, relax and enjoy. This place caters to its customers, and that's just fine with us.

$9.99 Limited time Saturday Cornucopia Buffet...

For a limited time, the Atlantic City Hilton is offering their award-winning Cornucopia Buffet with the regular full compliment of choices for just $9.99 on Saturdays through December 29th. They want to show off their buffet to new and old customers as this is the same buffet normally sold for $21 Sunday through Friday.

BALLY’S
Win Hot Gifts & A Cool Million...

Head to Bally's every Tuesday through December 11th, where five lucky winners will be chosen at 7pm to receive one of the twenty five hottest gifts of the season.

Plus Harrah's Resort, Caesars, Showboat, and Bally's will give away the twenty five hottest gifts on Sunday, December 16th. Hot gifts like the Garmin GPS system, a Sony hi-def camcorder, Delonghi Magnifica espresso maker, Sony 32" LCD HDTV, a brand new Sony touchscreen digital camera, the season's most talked about phone, and the coolest new interactive video game system.

Five winners will be drawn every hour from 1pm to 5pm. Participants can earn Base Reward Credits and receive entries into the Big Event on Sunday, December 16th, where someone will win $1,000,000. Twenty five Base Reward Credits equals one additional entry into the "Big Event" Finale. Rules and information are available at the Total Rewards Center. Must be 21 years of age or older to participate.

Play Bally Bowl you could win $1,000,000...

Bally Bowl is back and it is bigger than ever. Stop into Bally's anytime between now and December 29th and get in on the action where the Ultimate winner could receive $1,000,000. Check with the Bally Bowl Kiosks located throughout Bally's and the Wild West Casinos.

Daily Poker tournaments

Stop into Bally’s any day in November and get in the game. Poker Tournament games available every day at the Poker Lounge at Bally’s. The Lounge comes fully equipped with 50-inch Plasma TV’s and twenty four non-smoking tables.Texas Hold ‘Em, as well as regular poker games, are played.

Tournaments start at 3pm Monday through Friday. Saturday and Sunday at 1pm. For more information call 340- 1141.

BORGATA
"Black Label" Club a few notches above the rest

Other than the Chairman's Club at the Atlantic City Hilton, there are not many Player's Clubs that tickle this writer's fancy. One that does stand above the rest is the "Black Label" Club at Borgata. Talk about pampering the customer, this place is a dream come true.

Borgata offers three ways to play poker... daily, late night or single table

Have it your way at Atlantic City's top casino. Daily poker tournaments, late night games and single table poker are all on the table (pardon the pun) at Borgata. Poker tournaments run from 11am daily. Late night poker is offered Sunday through Thursday at 11:30pm.

Single Table Tournament action is available daily from noon to midnight. Just "Sit 'N Go" as they say. For more information call the Borgata Poker hotline 317-7412.

CAESARS
Caesars Chef Series presents Giada De Laurentiis...

Well, no doubt about the fact that Food Shows on TV are hot, and there's none hotter than Paula Deen, Lidia Bastianich and Giada De Laurentis.

Two of the three above, Paula Deen and Linda Bastianich, have already appeared at Caesars as part of their Chef Series. Giada De Laurentis finishes up the series on November 18th. For more information call Ticketmaster at 1-800-736-1420.

Daily Poker Tournaments

Stop into Caesars any day in November and get in the game. Poker Tournament games available every day at the Poker Arena. The Arena comes fully equipped with 50-inch Plasma TV’s and twenty four non-smoking tables.Texas Hold ‘Em, as well as regular poker games, are played. Tournaments start at 3pm Monday through Friday. Saturday and Sunday, 1pm.

HARRAH’S
The Pool "After Dark" at Harrah's...

Harrah's recently unveiled The Pool at Harrah's, a new upscale diversion designed to relax and refresh Harrah's customers. Open Wednesday through Saturday night, "The Pool" salutes casino employees with "The Pools" SINdustry Night. Casino employees get free admission before midnight with casino ID. Saturdays and Sundays are reserved for DJ's and dance music. The Pool at Harrah's features four cozy wading areas, six relaxing hot tubs available for private rental, private cabanas featuring plasma TVs, iPod docking stations and relaxing couches, drink specials at the bar, outdoor deck, and live entertainment and events.

HOUSE OF BLUES
The Entertainment Continues Unabated...

Many thought things would change at Atlantic City's House Of Blues once the Harrah's Entertainment buyout was complete. Well, that was months ago, and HOB has never been busier in terms of the amount of "Top Quality" entertainment and acts they've been able to bring in. My sources tell me to not expect any drastic changes in philosophy any time soon. For more information call 343-5700.

Foundation Room food fabulous...

If you thought HOB was all entertainment and no sustenance, think again. The Foundation Room provides a touch of Southern Hospitality and delicious cuisine to go along with it. If you get a chance you'll definitely want to try it out.

RESORTS
Wii Game System Sweepstakes...

Starting November 1st, slots and table game players at Resorts will have a chance to win a Wii Interactive Video Game System. Players who earn three points on a gaming day throughout the month of November will receive an entry into the Wii Sweepstakes on Sunday, November 25th. Players will then activate their entries by inserting their Resorts Destinations Casino Club Card into any slot machine. Three players will be selected every five minutes from noon to 8pm.

Tournaments are open to new and existing members of the Resorts Destinations Club thru September 30th. $1000 in prizes given away every day. For more information stop in to the promotions center at Resorts.

SHOWBOAT
Daily Poker tournaments...

Stop into Showboat any day in November and get in the game. Poker Tournament games available every day in the Poker Room at Showboat. The Lounge comes fully equipped with 50- inch Plasma TV’s and twenty four nonsmoking tables. Texas Hold ‘Em, as well as regular poker games, are played. Tournaments are held at at 11am, 2pm and 7pm Monday through Sunday. For more information call the Poker Hotline 343-4686.

TROPICANA
IMAX ticket stub holders get $2 off at Brulee’...

This one’s sweet and easy. Bring your IMAX ticket stub to Brulee’, present when ordering and get $2 off any dessert.

Diamond Club members get $2 Off an IMAX Ticket...

Sign up for your Diamond Club Card from Monday through Friday and get $2.00 off the regular ticket price of an IMAX movie. Then take your ticket stub to Brulee for $2.00 off any dessert.

Double cash back and double comps...

This is a pretty good deal for new card members. Double cash back and double comps. Can’t go wrong with that. Plus Tropicana card holders are eligible for all kinds of perks and promos, like discounts in the shops at the Quarter.

TRUMP MARINA
Four Play: A lotto way to win...

Every Tuesday at 7PM, four numbers will be randomly selected. Match the four numbers with the last four numbers on your Wild Card, and you could win the weekly grand prize of $35,000.

Play Slots For Free at The Marina...

Your first $50 will come back to you... They guarantee it! Play any slot machine and Trump Marina will refund 100% of your losses... up to $50! Just insert your Trump One Card when you play and they'll send you a coin coupon in the mail for your money back. See the promotions center for complete details.

$40,000 Turkey Bowling Sweepstakes

The $40,000 Turkey Bowling Sweepstakes on November 23rd at Noon to 9pm, is one of the best casino promotions of the year from a sheer entertainment value perspective.

Participants get a chance to bowl a frozen turkey down a prize-laden lane. The results are both profitable and hilarious. See the promotions center for complete details and remember to "bet with your head, not over it."

TRUMP PLAZA
Play to Earn ShopRite Gift Cards...

Stop into Trump Plaza on Wednesday, November 14th and Sunday, November 18th to participate in their Play to Earn ShopRite gift cards. To enter, simply play at any slot machine with your Trump One Card inserted between 8am and 8am the following day. See the promotions center for complete details.

TRUMP TAJ MAHAL
Cash In for the Holidays...

Trump Taj Mahal, Trump Marina and Trump Plaza are giving away Holiday Cash. Participants can use their Trump One Card while playing slots or table games at any of the three Trump resorts November 25th through December 16th to earn Holiday Cash. Holiday Cash winnings can be redeemed December 17th through 24th. See Trump One Services for details.

Jack Diamond is a pseudonym of a southern New Jersey, well known business marketing analyst, with over twenty five years of award winning advertising and marketing experience.