NYC Getaway 🚌 | Atlantic City in a Cozy Season

Thanks to Election Day, we scored a rare 4-day weekend—so we hopped on a bus and, just two hours later, found ourselves in Atlantic City 🎰. Once a glittering entertainment hub, AC today feels quieter, more nostalgic. The energy has mellowed, but maybe that’s part of its charm now. If you’re looking for a short escape from the city—a staycation with a touch of seaside soul—this still works. We stayed at Borgata Hotel this time—not along the famous boardwalk, but a short 10-minute ride away. And honestly? It was the right call. The hotel’s pool and warm thermal springs were the real highlight ♨️. Slipping into that steamy water as the air grew chilly outside? Pure comfort. Winter travel magic, right there. Lunch was at the hotel’s buffet—$25 for a decent spread. Not mind-blowing, but honestly, for that price? No complaints here 😄. Looking back at photos from our September visit , the difference is striking. Back then, the boardwalk was bathed in soft golden light, the ocean calm and inviting. Now? The sea wind has a bite—still beautiful, but in a raw, introspective way. Food-wise, I’d definitely recommend Pho Sydney for warm, flavorful bowls of Vietnamese comfort, and Dock’s Oyster House for fresh seafood with a side of classic AC vibes 🦪. Sometimes, you don’t need to go far to reset. Atlantic City may not be what it once was—but maybe it’s becoming something new. Something quieter, simpler, and strangely sweet. #AtlanticCity #CityEscape #EastCoastTravel #StaycationVibes #BorgataHotel #CozyGetaway #SeafoodLovers #TravelDiaries #NYCToAC