The following is taken from a recent update from INBOUND in the USA….

I’d like to share with you the following in response to the question “How Will The Brexit Affect US Tour and Travel industry.”

Initially, with the devaluation of the  Euro and GBP, it will certainly reduce travel arrivals from the continent to the USA, since roughly 40 percent of inbound tourism is sourced from the EU countries, while, at the same time, spurt interest from U.S. travellers in Europe. Already, tour operators have jumped on this aggressively on Facebook. 

The real issue for selling the U.S. will be the end game, guessing where the exchange rate will finally rest without volatility, which is how the trade survived profoundly shocking disruptions of the Gulf War in the 90’s, 9/11 and the Great Recession.  A stable exchange rate will at least allow those with resources to adapt.

(This morning (28 June), four days after the BREXIT vote, the Pound had fallen from $1.47 vs. the U.S. Dollar to $1.32, a decline of about 10 percent. The Euro had dropped from $1.12 to $1.10)

Regarding a silver lining, the only one I see for now is a cautionary tale where other countries such as France and Holland that have leaders already been beating the drum for their own exits, see first-hand the chaos, disruption and recriminations that have resulted in over 3 million people, many of whom voted to ‘Leave,’ sign a petition for a revote. And this from a country that didn’t have to suffer the unravelling of reverting from the Euro back to their original currency.  

We’re advising U.S. clients that it is important now to maintain relationships with European operators as never before and offer help once the rates stabilize to create financial incentives to come to the US.  MICE business will be the first to feel the impact as incentive travel will remain in Europe but leisure may return once they have confidence that the currency has found a bottom such as it did for Australia which shot up in 2015 by 18% even though the exchange rate dropped 30% in that period.

OUR VIEW

Our view and the message to US suppliers is that they need to continue to work tactically with the U.K operators, especially as we start to move in to the summer lates period and also the launch for a number of 2017 programmes. This will be very well received at this time and in fact more business may result from it.

North America is the largest long haul destination for the UK Market, in some cases accounting for up to 50% of an operators business. During this period of volatility they will be look for support and those destinations and suppliers that provide this will see the rewards in the long term.

Atlantic City, the Entertainment Capital of the Jersey Shore, will host a jam packed summer with a series of beach concerts as an exciting centerpiece, thanks to a partnership with the Casino Reinvestment Development Authority (CRDA) and Live Nation.

Surf and sand go hand in hand with Jimmy Buffett, who brings his Coral Reefer Band with special guest G. Love & Special Sauce to delight his Parrothead followers on Saturday, August 13 (tickets on sale June 3). The acclaimed Zac Brown Band with Drake White and The Big Fire takes over the stage on Thursday, September 1 (tickets on sale May 27), and the country beat continues with Florida Georgia Line with Cole Swindell, The Cadillac Three and Kane Brown on Saturday, September 3 (tickets on sale June 10). Tickets will be available at Ticketmaster.com, Ticketmaster Outlets. A portion of the proceeds from ticket sales will go to the Boys & Girls Club of Atlantic City.

CRDA has provided as much as $2 million to support six or more concerts this summer; more big acts are to be announced. In the past two years, beach concerts have drawn hundreds of thousands of fans to enjoy live music accompanied by warm sand, ocean breezes and the world-famous Atlantic City Boardwalk.

“Presenting world-class entertainment to Atlantic City year after year is an honor to say the least,” said Geoff Gordon, Live Nation Philadelphia Regional President. “Our team, along with the CRDA, the mayor’s office, and all our municipal and city partners, couldn’t be more excited to be a part of another year of summer programming for the city.”

“This will be a fun and busy summer in Atlantic City,” said CRDA Board Chairman Robert Mulcahy. “In addition to the beach concerts and numerous headliners, revue acts and family-oriented shows throughout the city, there’s a fantastic schedule of fun special events. CRDA is proud to provide support to many of the events held this summer and throughout the year in Atlantic City.”

Additional headliners appearing in Atlantic City this summer include Luke Bryan and Justin Bieber in concert at Boardwalk Hall (Friday, June 3 and Friday, July 15 respectively), plus casino showroom headliners such as Bob Dylan, The Band Perry and Lady Antebellum and many others.

There’s no lack of special events in Atlantic City this summer, many designed for the whole family. Summer kicks off Friday, May 27, with the Third Annual Beach Ball Drop on the Boardwalk at Resorts Atlantic City and Tropicana’s Free Boardwalk Block Party. Tropicana also offers weekly Saturday night fireworks from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend.

The Inaugural Atlantic City Food Truck Festival at Brighton Park takes place Sunday, June 19, and the Annual Chefs at the Shore offers another taste of AC while supporting the Atlantic City Aquarium on Thursday, June 23 at Gardner’s Basin. Foodies will also enjoy the 9th Annual Taste of the Quarter on Monday, August 22 at Tropicana.

July Fourth fireworks are a must, and Atlantic City will offer multiple viewing areas, as in previous years.

On Wednesday, August 3, the National Sports Collectors Convention is at the Atlantic City Convention Center, and Monday, August 15, the Atlantic City Salutes America’s Armed Forces Parade on the Boardwalk is a prelude to the Atlantic City Airshow “Thunder Over the Boardwalk,” held Wednesday, August 17, over the beach and Boardwalk.

There’s plenty for athletes, too, with Chickie’s & Pete’s 5K Boardwalk Run on Saturday, August 20; and the inaugural Atlantic City Ironman 70.3 on Sunday, September 18, among others.

And you won’t want to miss Atlantic City’s crowning glory, the Miss America Parade and Pageant. The Parade is scheduled for Saturday, September 10, followed by the Pageant at Boardwalk Hall on Sunday, September 11.

For information on these events and many more, visit http://www.atlanticcitynj.com/events/.

Harrisburg Hershey Region Visitors Bureau (HHRVB) announced it was increasing its investment in sales and marketing within the UK & Ireland market and has contracted The Greg Evans Consultancy to represent the Hershey Harrisburg Region starting in July 2016.

“We see a great value in retaining the Greg Evans Consultancy as full-time representatives of our region in the UK,” said Audrey Bialas, sales director HHRVB. “Greg Evans has represented the Commonwealth in the UK for nearly twenty years, so he knows our region well and he is exceptional at selling our destination to his vast network of contacts. There is also an exponential return on our modest initial investment with this firm at this time because of the cooperative program our neighbouring DMOs have already established with Evans.”

The HHRVB contract with GEC will dovetail with the sales and marketing programs already underway for Philadelphia and The Countryside of Philadelphia group in the UK & Ireland. That now guarantees the HHR will be actively promoted as an official stakeholder in the cooperative sales, marketing, and public relations efforts in England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland and Ireland.

“This was our opportunity to buy into a program that is already in place with a much greater reach throughout the UK than we could have afforded to do alone,” said Bialas. “By working collaboratively with Philadelphia and The Countryside of Philadelphia group under the representation of The Greg Evans Marketing & Communications Consultancy is an example of the whole effort being much greater than the sum of its parts.”

Philadelphia’s craft beer scene continues to lure fans of independent breweries and speciality ales from all around the world thanks to its rich history dating back to the mid-19th century. The industry boomed until the US Prohibition in the 1920’s and 1930’s, which caused the industry to fall into decline. However, since the 1980’s, independent craft breweries have been launching at a rapid rate and firmly establishing why Philadelphia is often been referred to as the best beer drinking city in the USA.

The craft beer scene’s popularity within the city is being recognised with a series of events in 2016 therefore the Philadelphia Conve ntion & Visitors Bureau is therefore encouraging all beer lovers to discover some of the city’s newest pop-up beer gardens, craft beer festivals and most popular beer gardens and breweries this summer.

Parks on Tap, a Traveling Beer Garden
For the first time, “Parks on Tap,” a programme that will bring a mobile beer garden from park to park for 14 weeks, will take place from 29 June until 2 October 2016. The beer garden will spend several days in one park location, highlighting and enhancing the offerings that Philadelphia city parks provide, before moving on to the next location. Its mission is simple: well-kept outdoor spaces where friends and families can meet up to enjoy food, drinks and fun, surrounded by nature.

Pop Up Gardens at South Street and Viaduct Rail Park Open For Summer
Returning for the third year to its popular flagship site, the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society (PHS) Pop Up Garden will be operated by the renowned Khyber Pass Pub. Following its launch on 1 June 2016, the garden will feature a superb selection of craft beers, creative cocktails, and a fantastic menu reflecting the diverse cuisines of South Philly. On key dates and weekends, the garden will also be firing up the grill for barbecues. Khyber Pass Pub also plans an exciting season of events spotlighting local and visiting brewers and special beers. The Pop Up Garden will stay open for visitors until 30 September 2016, and there will also be a second pop-up site launched at Viaduct Rail Park featuring six taps. South Street location can be found at 15th & South, PA19146 / Viaduct Rail location can be found at 10th & Hamilton, PA 19123.

Philly Beer Week Returns For The Ninth Year
Craft beer-lovers can also celebrate the love of their favourite tipple with the return of the prestigious Philly Beer Week in Philadelphia. Across the USA, there are now over 100 beer weeks, but the original craft beer week started in the heart of Philadelphia. On 3 June 2016, over 40 local breweries will celebrate the opening of this year’s festival, which is set to run until 12 June 2016 following the ‘opening tap kick-off party.’

The launch event at The Fillmore kick-starts 10 days of live music, food and a host of beers to sample. Tickets to the opening night start from $46 / £32 (approximately), with special VIP packages that include the likes of a preview hour hosted by Whole Foods and a private lounge featuring beers that can’t be found anywhere else available for $92 / £64 (approximately).

Now in its ninth year, Philly Beer Week also welcomes the launch of Brotherly Suds – a beer that brings many of the Philadelphia-area breweries together to craft a speciality beer just for Philly Beer Week.

Combine Philadelphia’s Beer Gardens With Eats
Morgan’s Pier, which is dubbed ‘Philadelphia’s Backyard Beer Garden’ boasts an enviable location on the Delaware River waterfront. With outdoor seating for up to 500 people, menus offered by highly acclaimed chefs, craft beer, wine and cocktails, entertainment and events, it’s easy to see why Morgan’s Pier is one of the most popular outdoor Beer Gardens in the whole of the city. Similarly, restaurateur Michael Schulson’s Independence Beer Garden offers the ultimate all-American experience, with a garden overlooking the Liberty Bell and Independence National Historic Park, and those who enjoy German food with their beer should head to Frankford Hall, where groups can relax at large tables and even get a game of ping pong started.

2nd Story Brewing Co.
For those looking to visit a craft brewery itself, visitors to Philadelphia can pay a visit to 2nd Story Brewing Co., which combines a craft brewery and restaurant in Philadelphia’s Old City. The 2nd Story Brewing Co.’s passion for craft beer can be seen by all, thanks to the open brewery on the second floor.

First Ever Philadelphia Craft Beer Invitational
Whilst the date is still being kept closely under wraps, 2016 will also welcome Philadelphia’s  first ever Philadelphia Craft Beer Invitational. The three-hour tasting event will feature beers from 38 Philadelphia-area breweries, all located within 60 miles of the city.

To learn more about Philadelphia, go to www.discoverPHL.co.uk.

You think you know Atlantic City? Think again. For example, did you know that the granite jetties breaking the surf were imported from New York City? When they built Manhattan’s subway system, excavated rocks were deposited here to protect the beach.

1. During Prohibition, Atlantic City speakeasies promoted themselves to thirsty travellers by hanging signs advertising “ice cream” from brands such as Yuengling and Budweiser.

2. From the marina at Historic Gardner’s Basin, you can see two shingle-roofed homes with massive boat ports opening out onto the inlet. These used to shelter rum runners during Prohibition.

3. Long before he became a Hollywood silent film star, legendary Latin lover Rudolph Valentino worked as a taxi dancer at Garden Pier, now home to the Atlantic City Historical Museum.

4. AC is well-known for its Miss America Pageant. But since 1991, it’s also hosted the annual Miss’d America Pageant, a competition for the gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender community that raises money for local charities.

5. Notable performers at the Steel Pier amusement park have ranged from high-diving horses to Frank Sinatra, who used to sing five shows a day. Current attractions include helicopter rides, vintage roller coasters and arcade games. The hand-painted frescos on the merry-go-round feature scenes of the city.

6. If you’re into building sand castles, AC’s beach is tops. It’s hosted competitive sand sculptors from around the world.

7. The Atlantic County Utilities Authority is one of the country’s most forward-thinking, sustainable energy companies. Tour its wind farm, solar project and wastewater treatment facility or visit its Environmental Park, where you’ll see employee-grown gardens, a poetry and nature trail, compost and recycling facilities and learn how ACUA converts landfill gas into electricity.

8. Fascinated by tales of buried treasure? The Atlantic City Fishing & Dive Center offers scuba excursions to more than 100 shipwreck sites. You can even charter a nighttime dive.

9. Just beyond the Boardwalk is the 150+-year-old Absecon Lighthouse. The tallest lighthouse in New Jersey, it’s the third-tallest in the United States.

10. AC city caters to foodies with several award-winning restaurants. Gordon Ramsay, Wolfgang Puck and Bobby Flay are the obvious celebrity chefs in residence, but outside the casinos you’ll find historic restaurants, such as the Knife & Fork Inn, and budget eateries with national reputations for excellence.

11. Crave Vietnamese food? According to The New York Times, Atlantic City offers some of America’s most authentic. Recommended spots include Little Saigon, Noodle Village, Pho Sydney, Pho Cali and Com Tam Ninh Kieu.

12. Beatles John Lennon and Paul McCartney wrote the song “Every Little Thing” in their Atlantic City hotel room after a 1964 concert at Convention Hall (now Boardwalk Hall). While in town, John, Paul, George and Ringo couldn’t resist grabbing a 6-ft. submarine sandwich from the White House Sub Shop, which has the photo mural to prove it.

13. James’ Salt Water taffy brags it is “cut to fit the mouth.” We’re not quite sure what taffy used to look like, but we thought you should know that you can avoid awkward moments by eating these thoughtfully-sized candies.

14. Boardwalk Hall is best known as a massive concert venue. But inside you’ll find historic ballrooms and an antique Midmer-Losh organ that holds Guinness World Records for “largest pipe organ ever constructed,” “largest musical instrument ever constructed” and “loudest musical instrument ever constructed.”

15. When the Atlantic City Boardwalk made its debut in 1870, it was intended to be a temporary measure to keep sand off of hotel carpets. It wasn’t until 20 years later that it became a permanent fixture.

16. If you’re too lazy to stroll, jog or bike the Boardwalk, you can hire a rolling chair to run you up and down the strip. They charge by the block.

17. If AC street names sound familiar, it’s probably because you’ve played the board game Monopoly, which is based on Atlantic City real estate. Ever wonder why Monopoly’s hotels are so oddly shaped? You won’t after visiting the historic Irish Pub and Hotel; it’s profile inspired the the game piece.

18. Those old-fashioned looking buildings on the facade of Bally’s Atlantic City really date back to the Victorian Era. When the casino expanded, it preserved the historic facades by incorporating them into the design.

19. The city is developing a walkable arts district adjacent to the Boardwalk. Its crown jewel is the Noyes Arts Garage Stockton University, where you’ll find local working artist galleries and shops, special exhibits, a cafe and special events.

20. On the way from the Boardwalk to the Art Garage, you might stumble upon one of AC’s outdoor art parks. These gardens are curated by a rotating roster of local and internationally known artists.

For more information visit www.doatlanticcitynj.com

Philadelphia, affectionately dubbed the ‘City of Brotherly Love’, will build on its reputation as one of the most diverse LGBT cities in the world this year thanks to the return of the largest celebration of LGBT in the region at Philly Pride as well as Philadelphia OutFest, which marks the largest National Coming Out Day celebration in the world. The Philadelphia Convention & Visitors Bureau is encouraging all those looking to enjoy the vibrant scenes, rainbow flags and high spirited events to book a break to the east coast city to revel in the party atmosphere.

Philly Black Pride 2016 Kicks Off LGBT Events Calendar
The start of Philadelphia’s major LGBT events calendar will kick off with Philadelphia Black Pride (PBP), the 17th annual Philly Black Pride celebration from 28 April to 1 May 2016. This is the annual opportunity for black LBGTQ+ communities to celebrate, network and build visibility. With an average of up to 5,000 local and tri-state attendees, it’s the largest mobilisation of black LBGTQ+ individuals in the greater Philadelphia area. The four-day celebration is comprised of over 25 events, meetings, and socials. For more information, visit www.phillyblackpride.org

Party At Philly Pride And Festival
Philly Pride and Festival is the largest celebration of LGBT pride in the region and attracts over 25,000 people each year. The parade celebrations will take place on 12 June 2016 from 11:30 a.m. in the heart of Philadelphia’s Gayborhood. This year’s festival marks the 27th staging of the event in the city and is set to feature live music, DJs, food and drinks. Revellers can also start the celebrations early on Friday 10 June when the city hosts the kick-off party. Advance wrist bands for the parade can be bought for $10 (£7) and on the day are offered at $15 (£11). For more information, visit www.phillygaypride.org

Movie Nights At qFLIX
Between 5-10 July 2016, the region’s only LGBTQ film festival will welcome thousands of film buffs to Philadelphia’s cinemas to join the movie fun. The routes behind the festival link to preserving the tradition of exhibiting American and international LGBTQ independent film across the region. This year’s schedule is kept closely under wraps until nearer the launch but visitors can expect a wealth of independent film makers showcasing their work. For more information, visit www.qflixphilly.com.

LGBT Equality Forum
From 25-29 July 2016, Philadelphia will welcome the Equality Forum, which aims to champion advancing LGBT civil rights. Throughout the four-day event, visitors can join debates, book signings and celebrate as those with poignant roles to play in the LGBT civil rights movement are recognised. For more information, visit www.equalityforum.com.

LGBT History Month
LGBT celebrations will continue into autumn as October also marks LGBT History Month, a global movement that celebrates the achievements of 31 lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender icons each day throughout the month. Philadelphia’s LGBT History Month celebration aims to inspire through the work of fantastic community organisations that give meaning to the fight for full equality. For more information, visit lgbtphilly.wordpress.com.

OutFest 2016
Philadelphia will once again welcome the popular OutFest on 9 October 2016. The largest National Coming Out Day (NCOD) event in the world takes place in the heart of the city’s Gayborhood and this year will mark the 26th anniversary of the celebration. The block party features drag shows, games, bar crawls, music and shopping with the centre of the festival happening at the main stage at 13th and Locust streets. Visitors can look forward to everything from a high-heel race and a belly dance show to award ceremonies and a pet show. For more information, visit www.phillygaypride.org

The board of the Casino Reinvestment Development Authority approved a three-year $6 million agreement with Live Nation to bring more beach concerts to Atlantic City in the upcoming summers.

The deal requires Live Nation to bring at least six beach concerts or events that attract 30,000 attendees or more to Atlantic City during the next three summers. The agreement comes after Live Nation successfully bid last year to run this summer’s six beach concerts.

Live nation also submitted a bid to run the concerts in 2017 and 2018. The latest bid is subject to City Council approval.

The authority’s board also approved an additional $3 million over three years for Live Nation to run events at Boardwalk Hall.

Berlin, Germany, March 10, 2016 – The Pacific Area Travel Writers Association (PATWA) named Philadelphia the Best Destination – Heritage & Culture during its International Awards Ceremony at ITB, Berlin. PATWA chooses winners through a stringent process that includes a jury of members, officials and traveler judges, and previous winners include Vienna and Mumbai.

“Philadelphia is honored to be selected for this prestigious award, recognizing it as a world-class city full of historic and cultural attractions that will impress visitors from across the globe,” said Julie Coker Graham, President and CEO of the Philadelphia Convention & Visitors Bureau (PHLCVB). “In 2015, Philadelphia was named a World Heritage City by the Organization of World Heritage Cities, making it the first and only city in the United States with this esteemed designation. Both these accolades, in addition to many others we have received, will certainly attract more visitors to Philadelphia and we look forward to welcoming them.”

Known as the birthplace of America, Philadelphia offers a vast array of historic activities. Visitors can walk in the footsteps of history in Independence National Historical Park, “America’s most historic square mile,” and stroll along Philadelphia’s charming cobblestone streets lined with historical landmarks. Independence Hall, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is where the Declaration of Independence was signed. Visitors can also get up close to the Liberty Bell, symbol of the nation’s freedom, or tour the Betsy Ross House, a historic house that commemorates the life and accomplishments of Betsy Ross, a Philadelphia patriot believed to have made the first American flag.

In addition, Philadelphia’s world-class museums showcase some of the world’s finest art collections. Philadelphia’s vast collection of art museums is located along the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, also dubbed “Museum Mile,” where visitors will find The Philadelphia Museum of Art, the third-largest art museum in the United States, the Rodin Museum, which houses the largest collection of Rodin sculptures outside of Paris and another not-to-miss museum, The Barnes Foundation, where visitors will find the world’s largest private collection of Impressionist and post-Impressionist masterpieces. This extraordinary collection is definitely worth a trip, featuring masterpieces by Renoir, Cézanne and Matisse, and provides a depth of work by these artists unavailable elsewhere. Those with an edgier bent will enjoy the work of the City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program. Started as an anti-graffiti initiative, the program has morphed into an ambitious effort that’s beautified thousands of blank walls around the city. There are close to 4,000 murals around the city.

Travellers will also be thrilled with the city’s cultural scene, where they can take in world-renowned music performances by The Philadelphia Orchestra at the architecturally-stunning Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts; or opera, ballet or Broadway shows at the Academy of Music.

Perfectly situated on the East Coast of the United States, just two hours or less by train from New York City and Washington, DC, Philadelphia is a convenient hub for travels in the northeast region and a premier destination for leisure, conventions and business travellers.

For great deals and a variety of shopping experiences smart shoppers head to Atlantic City. Each casino property offers their own unique shops or you can browse the Boardwalk for salt-water taffy and homemade fudge, souvenir stores and specialty shops.

Shopping enthusiasts know that there are three shopping complexes to satisfy their retail fix. New shops at The Walk outlet mall, the latest styles and luxury lines at The Pier Shops at Caesars and Tropicana’s shopping and dining mecca The Quarter, allow shoppers to snap up fresh-from-the-runway fashions, update their family’s wardrobes and find the perfect gift. Here’s what those in need of retail therapy will find around town:

TANGER OUTLETS THE WALK
With more than 90 brand-name outlet shops and no tax on clothing, shopping at The Walk is guilt-free, tax-free and loaded with great finds. Newest addition Bass Pro Shops is a destination unto itself. Opened on April 15, the store is stocked with everything the outdoorsman/woman could possible need for hunting, camping, fishing and much more including a large boat showroom. Shoppers are greeted by a 13,000 gallon aquarium filled with indigenous sea life and murals depicting regional scenic locales.http://www.basspro.com/atlanticcity

Exercise Your Plastic
Men’s clothier Jos. A. Banks, trend-setter Abercrombie & Fitch, eyewear specialists Sunglass Hut, charm and bead specialist Pandora Jewellry, and music and pop culture inspired Hot Topic have joined Coach, J. Crew, DKNY, OshKosh, Brooks Brothers, Eddie Bauer, St. John and other retailers that have made The Walk a destination for savvy shoppers.

Refuel

After hours of retail therapy, shoppers can refuel at a number of local and nationally known restaurants located throughout The Walk. The newly-opened Wingcraft offers shoppers a welcome respite with a selection of local and national craft brews, more than nine varieties of wings, brick oven pizzas, salads, entrees and more. Or they can sip on a margarita while sifting through their purchases at Los Amigos where local chef Genero Castillo has developed a menu of creative and complex Mexican fare as well as Southwestern inspired items.

More Reasons to Shop
At The Walk, even the parking facilities can provide a fun shopping experience: The Wave Parking Garage, located at the foot of the Atlantic City Expressway, is a convenient spot to stow your vehicle as well as home to the Noyes Art Garage of Stockton University. This spacious, light-filled emporium is lined from end to end with local crafts for sale in boutiques, art galleries, exhibit spaces and working artist studios.
The Walk also offers shoppers convenient valet parking centrally located for access to all its shops with several options for free or discounted parking based on amount of daily purchases.
In addition, members of the US or Canadian armed services and AARP and AAA members can present their ID cards to any merchant and receive a free coupon book entitling them to even deeper discounts.

PIER SHOPS AT CAESARS
The Pier Shops is the first stop for fashionistas who know that there is more to retail therapy than simply shopping. And the recently announced reimagining of the property as The Playground will bring a new and unique experience to AC. The new concept is designed to allow visitors to shop, dine and relax to the music or sports of their choice. The first phase scheduled to open this summer, T Street, will be comprised of live music venues on the first floor. Six themed music clubs will showcase buzz-worthy young acts in virtually every music and entertainment genre including country, rock, jazz, folk, rhythm and blues and comedy.http://www.thepiershopsatcaesars.com/

Exercise Your Plastic
Situated on one of Atlantic City’s historic piers, The Pier Shops stretch out above the ocean offering sweeping sea and beach views that transform shopping into a special event. Even before hitting such lux boutiques as Louis Vuitton, Burberry, Michael Kors and Tiffany & Co., shoppers can settle back in the Adirondack chairs placed near the windows and enjoy incredible ocean views.
While keeping stocked with the latest styles is priority one, The Pier Shops’ retailers offer a wide range of services and specialty stores. Choose the perfect outfit for a night on the town at Gucci, Guess or White Lotus Boutique. Sports fans can find everything they need for game day at Sports City and Sports Collection. Techies can upgrade their cell accessories at The Apple Store, Cellairis or Cellularum.

Refuel

Need a quick pick-me-up? Stop at Starbucks for a latte and arguably the best views of any Starbucks in the U.S. For visitors who want the full AC experience, Stephen Starr’s nationally-renowned Buddakan and The Continental are among the full-service dining spots where the cuisine and cocktails are worthy companions to the romantic, seaside setting. Craving crabs? The legendary Phillips Seafood serves that and much more in this seaside locale where diners can watch the goings-on in the exhibition kitchen or enjoy the view of ocean waves crashing onto the shore. And at Souzai Sushi and Sake, weary shoppers can refresh on fresh, traditional Japanese dishes, creative cocktails, Asian beers and sake.

THE QUARTER
The Havana-themed shopping, dining, entertainment and nightlife complex within Tropicana Casino & Resort celebrated its 10th anniversary in 2014 and just keeps getting better.http://tropicana.net/quarter/

Exercise Your Plastic
Make an impression during a night on the town with a new outfit from Francesca’s Collections or White House Black Market then finish off the look with a classic necklace from Erwin Pearl or glitzy sparkles from Swarovski. Guys can make a fashion statement of their own with AKA’s selection of top designers including Hugo Boss, Roar, Affliction and more. Surprise the kids with a bit of the beach from Seashore Kids. Their selection of dress-up gear, hand puppets, adorable rain gear and charming toys are a delight. For the ultimate Atlantic City souvenir, check out Zephyr Gallery’s 3D Monopoly game under glass where properties are marked by rhinestones, old-time graphic prints and other works by local and national artisans.

Refuel

Sugar highs await at Godiva and Lick, a colorful fantasyland of sweets. But for more serious sustenance, famished shoppers can hoist a signature mojito or caipirinha and sate their appetites with Cuba Libre’s Nuevo Cubano cuisine. Voted best steakhouse four years running by Casino Magazine, The Palm continues to serve its renowned aged prime beef, succulent Nova Scotia lobsters and hearty salads. Fans of Italian cuisine can treat their taste buds to authentic recipes at Carmine’s serving home-style Southern Italian specialties in extra large portions.

More Reasons to Shop
A trip to bluemercury Spa can revive even the most exhausted shopper. The highly-skilled therapists perform the brand’s world-renowned oxygen facials, revive tired muscles with therapeutic massages for singles or couples and offer a special selection of signature luxury body treatments.
Coming this summer Tropicana will add a state-of-the-art fitness center, accessible from bluemercury, that will be Atlantic City’s first casino-based fitness complex available to hotel guests, employees and the general public.

From March 1st, 2016 , One Liberty Observation Deck is now a part of CityPASS! Please note, there’s only the option to visit 4 attractions: The Franklin Institute, Big Bus/Philadelphia Trolley Works, One Liberty Observation Deck, and choose between Adventure Aquarium OR Philadelphia Zoo. Visit: http://www.citypass.com/philadelphia.