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I live about 45 minutes from Atlantic City and I really like the Tropicana and the Borgata but I go mostly for the nightlife. The Tropicana has some nice restaurants, PF Changs & Carmine's.

The pier is REALLY nice with high-end stores, here is a listing of everything there: http://www.thepieratcaesars.com/nowopen.aspx

I love going to NYC, I have seen both Wicked & Hairspray. I LOVED Wicked, Hairspray was good too. I try to get my tickets discounted online, you can try www.broadwaybox.com for some discounts. Most of the discounts are during the week, at least the better ones. I am DYING to see Mamma Mia but everyone I know has seen it.

Like someone else mentioned, Fifth Avenue is GREAT for shopping--Barneys, Tiffanys, Chanel, etc...a lot of the higher end stores. If you do get a chance, you should try Serendipity, just like the movie! They are FAMOUS for their hot chocolate: http://www.serendipity3.com/main.htm

Have fun!!!