{"id":35819,"date":"2013-03-25T12:42:20","date_gmt":"2013-03-25T16:42:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/?p=35819"},"modified":"2025-09-02T02:58:32","modified_gmt":"2025-09-02T06:58:32","slug":"romantic-getaway-atlantic-city","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/35819\/romantic-getaway-atlantic-city\/","title":{"rendered":"Sneak Off to Sea: A Romantic Getaway to Atlantic City"},"content":{"rendered":"<p id=\"internal-source-marker_0.5803163275541783\" dir=\"ltr\">Sometimes the same old love song signals comfort and contentment. Sometimes it suggests you\u2019re in a rut. A romantic getaway to Atlantic City is an ideal way to change your tune. Though it\u2019s generally known for partying, the city by the sea has a lot more to offer than boozin\u2019 and blackjack. Any number of couple\u2019s spa treatments being only the beginning.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Imagine getting cozy by a roof-top fire pit, turning up the heat in a cooking class, or even sailing off into the sunset. Here, our picks to help you write your own Atlantic City love song.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>1. Surfin\u2019 Safari<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Can\u2019t you just picture it? Frothy waves. Warm sun. Cool breeze. An adrenaline rush topped by loads of laughter as you run and fall and then finally (hopefully) catch that wave. Whether you\u2019re beginners or hardcore surfers (or one of each), the pros at <strong>AC Surf School<\/strong> can teach you a thing or two. Go for the big kahuna with a full week camp ($500 per person), or have a little weekend fun, with two full days of surfing, plus a Saturday evening luau ($60 pp). <em>acsurfschool.com<\/em><\/p>\n<h2><strong>2. Empire State of Mind<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Go for broke (without actually going broke). The \u201cEscape to the Empire\u201d package (from $126) at <strong>Caesars Atlantic City<\/strong> includes VIP treatment from check-in to a four-course dinner for two and admission to both the Qua Baths &amp; Spa and DUSK Night Club. Plus, late check out means a little extra time to, um&#8230; sleep in. <em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.totalrewards.com\/hotel-reservations\/main\/?packageCode=PCBEM&amp;propcode=CAC&amp;originalpage=\/MakeReservation.do&amp;r=https%3a%2f%2fwww.harrahs.com%2freservations%2fPackageList.jsp%3fpropCode%3dCAC\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">caesarsac.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<h2><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/03\/8593020014_9e928c3bea_z.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-35837 aligncenter lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/03\/8593020014_9e928c3bea_z.jpg\" alt=\"romantic activity ideas in AC\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-35837 aligncenter lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/03\/8593020014_9e928c3bea_z.jpg\" alt=\"romantic activity ideas in AC\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/03\/8593020014_9e928c3bea_z.jpg 640w, https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/03\/8593020014_9e928c3bea_z-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/03\/8593020014_9e928c3bea_z-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/03\/8593020014_9e928c3bea_z-25x25.jpg 25w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a>3. Up on the Roof<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Whether you lounge poolside all day or just cozy up by the evening fire, the <strong>Golden Nugget\u2019s rooftop H2O Pool + Bar<\/strong> lends a little swank to your romantic weekend. With just 12 daybeds (from $20 rentals) there is an air of exclusivity here. Or, spring for a cushy cabana (from $100). Note: The Golden Nugget \u201cLove is in the Air\u201d package (from $289) dressed things up even more, with a couples massage, private time in the Couples Suite jacuzzi, plus champagne, chocolates, and two complimentary bathrobes. <em><a href=\"http:\/\/www.goldennugget.com\/AtlanticCity\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">goldennugget.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<h2><strong>4. Summer Breeze&#8230;<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Sail off into the sunset (literally) with <strong>Summer Breeze Sailing Charters<\/strong>. The 34\u2019 Catalina is oh-so-yar, and you can charter her for a half-day (three hours, $275), full-day (five hours, $500), or sunset ($360) sail with Captain Ken Westcoat, a sailing veteran who\u2019ll share history, fun facts, and sailing tips while you watch for dolphins, turtles and more. <em><a href=\"http:\/\/www.summerbreezesailingcharters.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">summerbreezesailingcharters.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<h2><strong>5. Makin\u2019 Whoopee (pies)<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Turn up the heat by heading into the kitchen. <strong>Harrah\u2019s Viking Cooking School,<\/strong> offers myriad cooking course options, from \u201cAsian Invasion\u201d to \u201cMacarons and Whoopie Pies\u201d (from $89 per person). You can learn to fry, flambe, and sizzle, and then you get to enjoy the fruits of your labor. There are even \u201cdate night\u201d classes, especially for couples (check the calendar for complete offerings). <em><a href=\"http:\/\/www.harrahsresort.com\/things-to-do\/viking-cooking-school.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">harrahsresort.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<h2><strong>6. Two to Tango<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Get into the groove at <strong>Tango\u2019s Lounge<\/strong>. The newly updated hotspot at the Tropicana is equal parts sophisticated and high-energy, featuring bespoke cocktails, live entertainment, and a rockin\u2019 dance floor. <em>tropicana.net<\/em><\/p>\n<h2><strong>7. And All That Jazz<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The <strong>Knife and Fork Inn<\/strong> may have started as a men\u2019s club (women had to wait in the \u201cladies\u2019 lounge\u201d), but it\u2019s all genders equal now at this romantic, historic spot that hearkens back to its Jazz-Age glory, with lush decor, restored original details, ocean views, and a decadent menu of surf (from $28), turf (from $30), and everything in between. Try the special Knife and Fork Dinner, which includes corn and crab chowder, Jersey tomato and buffalo mozzarella salad, plus lobster thermidor and a 6-oz. filet mignon ($58). <em><a href=\"http:\/\/www.knifeandforkinn.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">knifeandforkinn.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>How to get there:<\/strong> <em>Consult <a href=\"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/2010\/07\/14\/bus-from-nyc-to-atlantic-city\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">oM&#8217;s transit guide to AC. <\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>For more ideas on fun things to do in Atlantic City, visit atlanticcitynj.com.<\/em><em> Check out <a href=\"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/atlantic-city-getaways\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Atlantic City Getaways<\/a> for up-the-minute deals and announcements about what&#8217;s new in town, like <a href=\"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/2013\/04\/26\/atlantic-city-festivals\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Margaritaville<\/a>. <\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>Photos<\/em>:\u00a0<em><a href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/rowanb73\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rowanb73<\/a><\/em>, <em><a id=\"yui_3_7_3_3_1364329917783_1158\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/bombtwinz\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">BOMBTWINZ<\/a><\/em>, <em>Harrah&#8217;s, Golden Nugget, Knife and Fork Inn<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Sometimes the same old love song signals comfort and contentment. Sometimes it suggests you\u2019re in a rut. A romantic getaway to Atlantic City is an ideal way to change your tune. Though it\u2019s generally known for partying, the city by the sea has a lot more to offer than boozin\u2019 and blackjack. 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