Atlantic City is officially DEAD

Atlantic City is officially DEAD. I took a walking tour on a beautiful sunny day with a light breeze on the boardwalk and the beach. Where were the people? I guess people must not like Atlantic City anymore. This is city has gone through a lot of changes over the years. Tourists need to come back to this city to make it great again. If you like a boardwalk, beach, and casinos then come to Atlantic City, New Jersey. Make sure to Like, Comment, Share, and Subscribe. The channel can grow and you can get to see more great videos by showing love and Subscribing.

[@luckybreaklifestyle]

What an ignorant thing to say. Clearly you don’t know anything about out the area for one. Also it’s off season. Every town on the jersey shore is “officially dead” off season. Not to mention just cause the boardwalk isn’t jam packed it doesn’t mean anything, there’s crazy things to do in AC, lots of entertainment, amazing restaurants, world class gambling. Go in June or July and then say it’s dead. So ridiculous

[@ready_to_destination]

Thanks for the comment. No matter the season Atlantic City number of people has dwindled from previous years. It is sad but true.

[@imilliemedina666]

​​​@@ready_to_destination I live here and you are accurate in much of what you say. Also, the reliance on weed stores popping up everywhere is going to kill AC as far as being a family oriented place.

[@ready_to_destination]

@imilliemedina666 It is sad. Back in the day lots of families used to come to Atlantic City. It is not even close to what it used to be.

[@CSaxon-fx6ip]

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[@ready_to_destination]

@CSaxon-fx6ip ❤️

[@debrahartranft2210]

THE CITY IS NOT DEAD, JUST WAITING FOR SUMMER!🌷

[@ready_to_destination]

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[@user-ux8hg8bk3e]

Peak season doesn't start until June. Atlantic City was and is a golden ghetto!

[@ready_to_destination]

I have noticed that even in the peak season. Or whichever 4 seasons, it does not matter because the numbers in the people are low in visiting Atlantic City. It does not help that the surrounding areas outside of the boardwalk is a hot mess 😔.

[@philipcuadrado7647]

I agree, it's to early to say AC is dead. It's only April......

[@ready_to_destination]

@philipcuadrado7647 As a person who frequents A.C. it's definitely dead.

[@13bcoffee]

Here is how it works down there. June, July, August are the summer months when the tourist show up. Most of the businesses down there are geared towards this crowd. This is especially true if you are there for the beach and boardwalk. This is also true for the other NJ beach towns. Sept thru most of May is the off season. Generally most of the visitors this time of the year come for the casinos. It's a decent trip if you just want to visit the casinos play a few games and maybe watch a show. The crowds are much thinner but everything is not open. The real bonus is that the hotel rooms are much cheaper. I prefer going during the summer because I can do both beach and casino that time of the year. It gets really crowded on the weekends.

[@ready_to_destination]

I respect your feedback 🙂.

[@securityscorpion8687]

No people no problems. Heaven! Introverts RULE.

[@ready_to_destination]

People being an introvert is a small percentage of the reasons people don't come to Atlantic City anymore.

[@lindsaywhite4502]

The elected officials don't understand. To get to the boardwalk, people need a place to park. a. How long has the Atlantis been tore down, that should be a parking lot. b. How long has the Sands been tour down, that should be a parking lot. c. How long has the Trump Plaza been tore down, that should be a parking lot. d. There's areas on the other side of the Ocean that should be turned into parking lots. THAT'S THE KEY, GIVE PEOPLE ACCESS TO THE BOARDWALK AND THE BEACHES.

[@ready_to_destination]

Great points. More access to park close to the boardwalk and then more people 🙂.

[@nornj1597]

Was there Friday to Saturday. The boardwalk was quite but the Borgata, Hard Rock, Trop had a good crowd.

[@ready_to_destination]

I'm glad you enjoyed yourself. Especially going on the weekend. A.C needs to get better overall.

[@mariothompson8955]

The best time to go to Atlantic City is doing spring break. And summer time that's when the Broad walk is pact with people and all of the side stores are open. Going their doing the winter time is dead.

[@ready_to_destination]

It was a warm beautiful sunny day with a light breeze when I went to Atlantic City. It wasn't during the winter. Sorry to say but Atlantic City is officially dead.

[@ph3537]

Just got back from AC, this gentleman is absolutely right Terrible will never go again; food prices are out of control & slot machines are tight up and down boardwalk, truly has changed for the worst. Building closed and looks dirty and run down. People come to enjoy not get gouge and a ripped off. All it is now GREED!!

[@ready_to_destination]

Yes, Atlantic City has changed and doesn't look the same like it used to back in the day 😔.

[@lennyportanova8381]

Love AC. It's what u make it.

[@ready_to_destination]

I am glad you love a.c. I want people to give a.c. that feeling that it is alive.

[@repulsewarriorx8825]

..."dead" or not, i love Atlantic City and i would love to return for a visit. The last year i visited for a 2 week vacation was the year before Casinos were approved. As a young boy at 16-18, i think it was on St.James that i found a rooming house, which was something i could afford, and safe. nearby, (is it/are they still there,) just off the boardwalk (at Central Pier) to spend my time playing pinball and mini golf mostly, the beach, the walk to Captain Starn's to buy off the dock the freshest fish in the early morning, (and eating at least once, every visit, in the Restaurant their famous food), shopping on Atlantic avenue, finding spots where live music was played, cooking for myself and meeting interesting people, a lot of Jazz musicians, and a lot of Vietnam Vets, Duke Ellington for one, who played on the Steele Pier every summer... neighborhoods ...don't be shy to narrate a little more, some descriptions of shops, how long they have been there, for example. ...or interviews with the people who keep AC's landmarks alive, because they deserve the face-time. (not just 'stuff' showing all of it, the long travel shot, show stuff you like because you know this town so well, feature the stuff worthwhile, pause for the stuff we should be paying attention to loving AC as much. Nothing stays the same forever, and starting this channel think what it will be worth twenty or forty years from now if you just keep going; some things need to be remembered while always changing still here, some things need to be remembered because they will not be there in the future, some things we should remember that are already gone so that there is something learned from them too, and it's a big story someone should tell: some suggestions, in a way i am hoping you will 'save' Atlantic City, at least for me anyway.) ...i have subscribed and looking forward to more. Thanks. ...cheers!

[@ready_to_destination]

I think there are new apartments there in James place. I definitely will give the viewers more narration in the near future. And stay tuned for interviews which I have been planning as well in upcoming videos. Thanks for the love towards the channel.i will definitely show the viewers more great content so stay tuned.

[@ki-ishaharris9281]

Wow!! I can remember a time when AC was so full on the boardwalk you could barely move around. Im going there this summer, and I hope the city is back to life by then. Keep the great content coming. Are you planning to explore other areas in New Jersey? The only place I know is AC, so it would be nice to have other options as well when im there this summer.

[@ready_to_destination]

Thanks for the comment. I do remember when the boardwalk was packed with people as well. It is sad to see Atlantic City with barely any people. It was a nice sunny day and a light breeze in the air. Hopefully one day A.C. will come back to it's glory days. I am definitely planning on exploring other places in New Jersey so stay tuned.

[@disan9135]

I remember it was popping during Jersey Shore show back in 2010.

[@ready_to_destination]

Yes indeed but could have been like that because people probably wanted a chance to be on tv.

[@abe_linc02]

It gets really packed by june. My friend. I wish june looked like this my good brother lol. Water will always attrack massive crowds

[@ready_to_destination]

June will have some more people but even then it hasn't been the same crowd as years ago 😔.

[@abe_linc02]

@@ready_to_destination Word ..The last time i went. I went with some my gilrfriends friends...and they were a sad bunch...They sucked the life out of the trip and i agree ...It started with the peaple ...Poor on one side ..Money makers on another side ...We tought we was gonna be playing volleyball in the sand ? Maybe casinos or get in the water but they had other narcissistic plans. ..Fool me once but not twice..Futhermore. ...to me ? It was the beginning of ...And End of an Era

[@ready_to_destination]

@abe_linc02 Atlantic City is not fun because we need it to feel alive with more people and not dead like a somewhat ghost city.

[@CanadianRockerGuy]

My Dad brought us there for vacation in 1972 during summertime, it was completely packed with people, loved the beach and the boardwalk and even met Colonel Sanders of KFC there on the boardwalk, really great memories, also went back in June of '92 after visiting Wildwood, was about the same amount of people as in your video, also made $100 from $10 at the Trump casino, paid for my gas back to Canada lol

[@ready_to_destination]

Oh nice u lived in Canada at the time that must have been fun to go to wildwood and Atlantic city. But wow if there weren't that much people then like it is now then that is sad. Hopefully more people come a.c. like old times.

[@ki-ishaharris9281]

Im glad I subscribed to your channel, and I love all the videos. Keep up the good work. I hope your channel continues to grow, and reach millions of viewers.

[@ready_to_destination]

Thanks I appreciate that a lot. I work hard to give the viewers the best videos 🙂. Stay tuned for more amazing videos.

[@tomosborne5167]

AC is better than Camden

[@ready_to_destination]

I want it to be a great place. It just needs more people year round.

[@sicasni]

what killed atlantic city somewhat is when those tribal casinos started popping off within the tri state area back in the late 90's. it's sad but oh well, greed begets greed.

[@ready_to_destination]

It is sad that Greed can consume a person 😔.

[@ronparrish6666]

I remember years ago when they used to have daily flights from Toronto to Atlantic city and being only an hour flight it was closer than Vegas but now with over 20 casinos in Ontario and more popping up in the States i think that's part of the problem

[@ready_to_destination]

Absolutely, there is too much competition out there. Atlantic City is competing with too many different gambling places in different locations and online gambling. People are content to stay home and gamble online or on the go using their phones.

[@polecat7355]

Hey Ron, I took that Atlantic City Getaway a few times. It was great and that Lockheed L-1011 was a great bird. I was a low roller but managed to make money even after the air fare 6 of 7 times.

[@ronparrish6666]

You were lucky I started going when World Ways was still using the old DC 8

[@ready_to_destination]

@polecat7355 🙂

[@ready_to_destination]

@ronparrish6666 🙂

[@markrichards6863]

There are casinos closer than AC where you don't have to be exposed the bad scene outside.

[@ready_to_destination]

There are casinos closer than A.C. but I am focusing on A.C. because it has so much potential. It is a tourist destination. My hope is that it gets better and returns to how it used to be like back in the day.

[@JuanCarlos-pq7hn]

In April there are few people, you have to go in summer to see a lot of people. You are wrong with the title.

[@ready_to_destination]

No matter the season it is few people like it used to be back in the day. So the title is correct.

[@TheCobalt100]

On-site casinos are on their way out because of inflation. Casinos in Vegas are now charging parking fees and fees for spas. Because they must pay more for everything including electricity, food, and security, it's really hurting their bottom line. They've had to introduce video games instead of slot machines which gives the player less chance of winning any substantial amount of money.

[@ready_to_destination]

I am surprised that online gambling has not put on site gambling out of business. But I guess some people are loyal gambler's who prefer to show up on site. That is ashame that Vegas is charging parking fees and fees for spas. I guess the casinos onsite are really trying to hold on. Video games instead of slot machines is crazy 😳

[@retroguy1976]

I been out to vegas twice its crazy priced out there making me wonder if i'll ever go back I was out there twice for a trade show so that helped

[@ready_to_destination]

@retroguy1976 I believe u that it is definitely so expensive in Vegas. That makes people have to work harder and save their money to take a trip to Vegas. Inflation has made everything more expensive 😔. Hopefully you are able to go to Atlantic City if Vegas is too expensive. Atlantic City would most likely be a cheaper option with all things considered.

[@retroguy1976]

@@ready_to_destination i been to AC many times its an hour and some change down the parkway for me

[@ready_to_destination]

@retroguy1976 Ok that's great so that means you like going to A.C. often. We need more people like you to show A.C. some love 🙂.

[@marvinbush9330]

I haven't been to Atlantic City since the early'60s, but I couldn't see how you could declare it dead as you haven't gotten to the main part of the boardwalk yet.

[@ready_to_destination]

It definitely was dead I just didn't record further down but I did walk the whole boardwalk and it was dead 😔.

[@imilliemedina666]

I live here and that was actually the busiest part, between Resorts and Bally's

[@ready_to_destination]

@imilliemedina666 That is absolutely true. The busiest part with few people if that makes any sense 😔.

[@doswheelsouges359]

From the 50s to the 80s this place used to be packed.

[@ready_to_destination]

Yes indeed it has been a very long time since Atlantic City has been packed. I am glad you were able to see the same thing I been saying about A.C. A big change has to occur to bring the tourist back to this place.

[@user-ux8hg8bk3e]

It's low season until June. The weekend is where AC makes its money during the low season.

[@ready_to_destination]

I agree that the stores make most of their money on the weekend. Hopefully, more businesses decide to come to the area.

[@HipHopBeatSource]

Do not go under the boardwalk.

[@ready_to_destination]

Hmm I wonder what is under the boardwalk that makes u say that 😮

[@hujhujhujhuj5734]

Crazy bums

[@haunshedfikes6690]

This is a sign of good things to come. Just wait and see.

[@ready_to_destination]

I hope things to get better 🙂

[@user-ti3hs4cv4x]

I am confused when you say Democrats can you please say who

[@ready_to_destination]

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[@iLLGT2]

Man I grew up going as a kid up until 25 (2010) which was still a hot spot I then went in 2018 and was a ghost town and even worse now Sad 😢

[@ready_to_destination]

Atlantic City was really exciting back in the day. Too much has happened since then. It is sad to see 😔

[@user-qi9et3iu9x]

I used to love going to Atlantic City. The crime and the Democrats ruined the City. I haven't been back. I go to Vegas to gamble

[@ready_to_destination]

Atlantic City has definitely took a turn for the worse. There are many factors that have contributed to its downfall. I don't blame you for going to Las Vegas to gamble. If a.c. gets better hopefully you can come back 🙂

[@johnr.e.789]

Yea, there's only Trump Party supporters in Las Vegas

[@RIVERSIDEORGANICS-bg5gi]

DIED THIRTY YEARS AGO, WHAT DO YOU KNOW NEWBIE

[@ready_to_destination]

Well it is fair to say it died 30 years ago but it just continues to dwindle down everytime I visit Atlantic City. At this rate you would think visiting the boardwalk would not be allowed. But they are rebuilding the boardwalk to give it a new feel to the area and see if this helps people come back to Atlantic City. There will have to be more work to be done overall in order to bring the people back to A.C.

[@seymourbutts4654]

I bet in a month it will be packed. lol

[@ready_to_destination]

I will definitely visit A.C. again to see if more people step foot on the boardwalk.

[@seymourbutts4654]

@@ready_to_destination In your video it appears a store owner is getting ready for the season by having some repairs or updates done so there's really no need to be so dramatic now is there ?

[@ready_to_destination]

@seymourbutts4654 That is good to see repairs being done. That is always a great sign. But overall A.C. needs improvements.

[@michaelburton1924]

That’s what i say. June,July and August should be fun. Nobody goes in April 🙄

[@ready_to_destination]

@michaelburton1924 Every season of the year their are few people compared to old times.

[@sexysatan3934]

This place isn't boardwalk empire anymore😢😥

[@ready_to_destination]

Atlantic City has so much potential. It is sad on what it has become 😔.