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Must-See Holiday Displays at Borgata in Atlantic City

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It isn’t the holidays until you take in some amazing seasonal decorations, and Borgata is your perfect winter wonderland.  Our resort has converted into a beautiful seasonal escape, full of memorable lights, trees, and great places to snap an Instagram post.  Here’s our roundup of some of the must-see holiday displays at the East Coast’s premiere jolly resort!

  • Retail Piazza: Enjoy a huge display featuring LED snowmen and snowflakes, poinsettias, and huge red ornaments. This wintery escape greets guests as they enter from the parking garage, or as they enjoy coffee at Starbucks or the Borgata Baking Company.
  • The Living Room: A Christmas lover’s delight, this large tree in The Living Room is decked with white, gold, and rose gold detailing.  It’s a glittery and gorgeous place to take photos with loved ones during your trip to Borgata.
  • Hotel Lobby: Get a taste of the holidays while you check in to your gorgeous Borgata hotel room.  Two large, traditional trees are located at the front desk check-in area. They both have red and gold accents and the base of each tree is covered with poinsettias.
  • #BorgataAC Wall: Your favorite place to take a selfie is all aglow for the holidays. You’ll find LED snowflakes and two giant ornaments made entirely out of real flowers.  Now that’s a way to celebrate the season.

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Enjoy a Seasonal Spa Special at Borgata’s Spa Toccare

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‘Tis the season for luxurious relaxation.  Borgata’s Spa Toccare is the ideal place to unwind after the whirlwind of the holiday.  This December, we’re offering a variety of spa specials, ideal for yourself or for a great holiday gift.  Check out the pampering offers below, and call 609-317-7555 to book.

Seasonal Massage (50 minutes/$109 Mon-Thu; $149 Fri-Sun)
Your journey begins with an exfoliation of your feet. Paraffin then envelopes your feet to hydrate and soften. Enjoy a luxurious foot massage that utilizes massage techniques that promote deep relaxation. This experience includes a relaxing neck and shoulder massage- a refreshing sole full journey.

 

Seasonal Body Experience (50 minutes/$99 Mon-Thu; $139 Fri-Sun)
Put the spice back in your life starting with a Lymphatic dry brush that prepares your skin for a hydrating mask. Get wrapped up in a cocoon while your hands enjoy a detoxifying peel. A moisturizing lotion application completes this healing, nourishing experience.

Seasonal Facial (50 minutes/$109 Mon-Thu; $149 Fri-Sun)
Wearing a protective mask can irritate the skin and cause breakouts commonly known as “Maskne.” With the combination of GM Collin Facial products and our LED Light Therapy you will look and feel like your old self. Let us help ease the stressors of your day with this therapeutic, hydrating and relaxing experience.

Spa Beauty Bundles | Available Now – December 31, 2020

Bundle #1 – $55 plus tax ($30 savings)

  • GM Collin Instant Radiant Eye Patches
  • Jane Iredale Circle Delete

Bundle #2 – $65 plus tax ($30 savings)

  • GM Collin Instant Radiant Eye Patches
  • Jane Iredale PureLash Mascara
  • Jane Iredale PureLash Extender/Conditioner

Bundle #3 – $50 plus tax ($25 savings)

  • Jane Iredale PureLash Mascara
  • Jane Iredale PureLash Extender/Conditioner
  • Jane Iredale Eyeshadow Triple

GM Collin Bundle – $150 plus tax (Retail value $180 plus tax)

  • Purchase Essential Oil Complex, Pure Mask and Pure-Active + Cream
  • Receive Pure-Active+ Gel FREE

You Deserve a Borgata Getaway, Starting at $89 a Night

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Let’s face it: you need a bit of pampering.  Why not book a relaxing and safe stay at Borgata?   The moment you walk down the hotel corridor at Borgata, you are enveloped by sensual hits of warm color, rich textures, and dramatic lighting. Let the stress of your everyday life slip away the moment you check into your Borgata hotel room or suite.  And the best part?  Rooms start at only $89 per night!

Every private Borgata room invites your ultimate relaxation, including luxurious bedding, sumptuous toiletries, and first-class bath and shower features. Blending genuine friendliness with efficient luxury, Borgata’s commitment to excellence is apparent in all aspects of the hotel, where the buzzing casino floor and world-renowned restaurants lie just a few floors below.

Borgata hotel rooms feature a spacious marble bathroom, a 46″ LED TV, refrigerator, floor-to-ceiling windows, a signature custom bed, Lather bath products, and LED- lighting for greater energy efficiency. And if there’s something missing from your Atlantic City getaway, just pick up the phone and call Borgata’s concierge who can help with any request.

Book your getaway today by calling 609-317-1000, or online.

Give the Gift of Borgata With Our Cyber Monday Deal

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Surprise everyone on your holiday gift list with the gift of Borgata!  Your family and friends will love to experience everything that Atlantic City’s premiere resort has to offer, and on Cyber Monday 2020, Borgata is offering a special deal that makes gift giving a breeze.

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Starting November 30, you’ll be able to get a 10% discount off Borgata’s prevailing hotel rate, with a $20 food and beverage credit included.  The hotel stay can be booked from November 30 through March 31, 2021, excluding holidays and black-out dates.  This special hotel deal is valid from Cyber Monday through December 5, 2020.

The perfect gift, a Borgata hotel stay ensures ultimate relaxation, including luxurious bedding, sumptuous toiletries and plush robes and first-class bath and shower features. Borgata’s commitment to excellence is apparent in all aspects of the hotel, where the buzzing casino floor, world-renowned restaurants, and top tier amenities lie just a few floors below.

The food and beverage credit can be used at any of Borgata’s signature eateries. From fine dining to casual and late-night dining options, the best restaurants in Atlantic City are here at Borgata. Whether you’re visiting Atlantic City for the day or staying in the hotel, every meal at Borgata’s restaurants are made with one goal in mind: to surpass your palate’s wildest dreams.

For more information on this Cyber Monday deal, click here.

 

Tom’s Tips: 2020 NBA Draft

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Tom Gable, Director of Race & Sports at Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa, provides our readers with insider tips and strategies for making the most of their sports betting ventures. This week, Tom is taking a deep dive into the 2020 NBA Draft and how crucial picks could change the outcome of the upcoming season. 

The 2020 version of the NBA Draft played out virtually last week, much like we have become accustomed to throughout this strange year.  Teams still made their picks, draft selections were announced, and the players got to celebrate with their families at home.  While it was conducted virtually, it still amounts to a life-changing experience for all of the players selected. The teams that selected them are hoping that their picks change the course of their franchises. This week we will take a look at some of the top picks that were selected and how they may alter the teams that selected them.  More importantly, it may not necessarily be the draft picks that make the biggest differences but the host of trades that accompanied the draft and free agent signings.  Teams were in full dealing mode, swapping picks and veterans, all with an eye to improve their franchises.  We will look at a few teams that have improved (on paper at least) and how that has affected their odds to win a championship.

The overall #1 pick in the draft this year was made by the Minnesota Timberwolves, who were allegedly looking to trade out of the pick just minutes before their selection was due.  They chose Anthony Edwards, a talented wing who should definitely have an impact on the team.  The T’Wolves also added Ricky Rubio in a trade later in the day, giving them a pretty good guard rotation overall.  That being said, Minnesota is still a few years away from contending and the pick and trade had no effect whatsoever on their longshot title odds (200/1 currently at Borgata).

The #2 pick was made by the Golden State Warriors, who selected James Wiseman.  While injuries decimated the Warriors last season and prevented them from contending for another championship, the 2020-2021 season was looking up for Warriors fans.  Not only did they have the overall #2 pick in the draft but superstars Steph Curry and Klay Thompson would be back on the court.  However, just about an hour before the draft started, news hit the wire that Thompson tore his Achilles during a pick-up game which means he will be out once again for another season.  While Wiseman will still be a welcome addition, without Thompson the Warriors’ title odds went from as low as 6/1 to 10/1.

One team who has had their odds shorten dramatically over the last week, are the Phoenix Suns, who selected tenth overall.  Their pick, Jalen Smith, is not the reason their odds moved so dramatically.  The Suns acquired Chris Paul from Oklahoma City which moved their odds to win the NBA Championship from 80-1 to 50-1 and their Western Conference odds from 50-1 to 25-1.  The Suns also picked up Jae Crowder from the Miami Heat creating depth to their front court.  They were already a team to keep an eye on after how they played in the bubble at the end of last season (going undefeated against the spread) and with these additions, should definitely be a contender for a playoff spot and a very exciting team to watch for years to come.

Finally, that brings us to the reigning NBA Champions, the Los Angeles Lakers.  The Lakers are the clear-cut favorite to win the title again after all of their moves.  Once the NBA lifted the trade moratorium, the Lakers moved quickly and traded Danny Green and the 28th pick in the draft to Oklahoma City for Dennis Schroder.  They then signed Wesley Matthews to fill the void they created by trading Green.  But their biggest coup was signing Sixth Man of the Year, Montrezl Harrell, on the first night of free agency.  The Lakers got younger almost overnight even though they were lacking in draft picks this year.  The Lakers odds moved from 4/1 to 3/1.

You can make all of your NBA future wagers (to win the championship, conferences and divisions) at the Borgata Race and Sportsbook, the BetMGM Sportsbook and Bar or online at Borgatasports.com.

VIDEO & PHOTOS: Borgata Donates 225 Turkeys to Boys & Girls Club of Atlantic City

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Borgata brought Thanksgiving spirit to Boys & Girls Club of Atlantic City on Monday, November 23, when they distributed 225 turkeys to the families of students enrolled in the Club and the MGM Resorts International Teen Center in advance of the upcoming holiday. Additionally, Borgata chef Chris Dougherty taught several of the teens enrolled in the Center’s hospitality program how to prepare and roast their Thanksgiving turkey and cooked some of their favorite sides.

In July 2019, the Boys & Girls Club of Atlantic City unveiled the all-new MGM Resorts International Teen Center for Economic Youth Development & College Readiness thanks to a generous investment of $500,000 from MGM Resorts International, owner of Borgata. The state-of-the-art 20,000-square-foot Center features a commercial teaching kitchen, health simulation lab, and 3-D maker lab for fabrication to provide youth with hospitality, health, and technology industry-related skills and career exploration.

 

 

A Guide to Slots at Borgata

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Borgata’s casino floor offers a wide variety of slot machines for all types of players, and with selections constantly changing, there’s always something new for guests.  However, even seasoned players are always looking helpful strategies when trying to select the perfect slot machine.  Here are some practical tips that will make your slot experience at Borgata more enjoyable.

Service Button: There’s a feature on slots machines that can be used to call a slot attendant if you are having any issues.  When a MLife card is properly inserted, the option for “Slot Service” will be displayed in the upper right-hand corner of the iView digital panel on the machine.  After selecting “Yes” from the slot service menu, a slot attendant will be dispatched to the location.

Slot Finder: Can’t seem to locate your favorite machine?  No problem.  Borgata has Slot Finders located throughout the resort.

Colored Lights: Have you ever wondered what the color light on the top of your slot machine means?  The colors correlate to the denomination of the slot.  Red is .05, yellow is .25, orange is .50, blue is $1, pink is $2, and purple is $5 and up.  Penny machines are random colors as most are pre-determined by the manufacturer and are not able to be changed.  However. 05 and above are universal.

New Games: Borgata’s Slot Team attempts to have new themes on the floor every week. It’s our goal to have something new for our guests each time they visit!

DID YOU KNOW? Wheel of Fortune™ paid out over $1.4 Million over 6 different machines and Lightning Cash™ in Miralto paid out over $3.4 Million over 7 machines during the month of October?! 

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5 Fun Ways to Use your OMGM Resorts Gift Card at Borgata

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Enjoy some serious fun at Borgata and other MGM Resorts destinations with the MGM Resorts Gift Card. You can use your MGM Resorts Gift Card at participating retail locations, the hotel, restaurants, bars, lounges, spas, and salons at Borgata and at any other MGM Resorts destination.  It’s the perfect gift for everyone on your list.  With so much to experience, we picked 5 great ways that you can use your new gift card at Borgata for a memorable visit to Atlantic City’s premiere resort destination.

Relax at Spa Toccare: Dedicated to undoing the effects of your day, Spa Toccare offers relaxing treatments guaranteed to exhilarate. Here, tensions melt. Knots disappear. Skin glistens. Eyes sparkle. And a new you emerges just in time to wave buh-bye to your worldly cares.  An assortment of facials, massages, and body treatments are available.

Spa Toccare is also offering select Skincare and Makeup Holiday Bundles to purchase for yourself or the beauty guru in your life! Check them out here.

Dinner at Izakaya by Michael Schulson: Experience a taste of the Far East without having to venture far from the casino floor. Each dish on the menu reflects the time Chef Schulson spent in Japan. Izakaya offers many incredible options, including sushi rolls and signature sashimi crafted from the freshest ingredients; robatayaki, also known as Japanese-style barbecue; and an impressive array of sake.

Drinks at Lobby Bar: Just steps away from your check-in experience, Borgata’s Lobby Bar brings an elevated sense of luxury here in Atlantic City.  Experience the bar’s specialty cocktails, including an entire menu of fizzy cocktails, piano bar tapas, wine, beer, and more, all while overlooking the newly renovated Borgata hotel lobby.

Book a Fiore Suite at Borgata: Let the stress of your everyday life slip away the moment you check into your Fiore Suite.  The moment you walk down the residential corridor at Borgata, you are enveloped by sensual hits of warm color, rich textures, and dramatic lighting. A symphony of distinctive colors and textures create a seaside getaway that blends efficient luxury with absolute comfort, including a deep soaking tub.

Fresh From the Runway Shoes at Fixation: Become obsessed with shoes that flirt, play hard to get, and go for broke at Fixation, located at the Shoppes at The Water Club. Like a kid in a candy store, your feet won’t be the only ones transformed.  This feminine-forward boutique features accessories and must-have shoes for the discerning fashionista.

LEARN MORE ABOUT GIVING THE GIFT OF BORGATA (& VEGAS) HERE!

Tom’s Tips: Week 9 of Football

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Tom Gable, Director of Race & Sports at Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa, provides our readers with insider tips and strategies for making the most of their sports betting ventures. This week, Tom is reflecting on Week 9 of football and setting expectations for the remainder of the NFL season. 

We are now more than halfway through the NFL season and have one unbeaten team remaining (the Pittsburgh Steelers) and one team that remains without a single win (the New York Jets).  The NFC appears to have a lot of parity at the top of the conference with 4 or 5 teams that seem capable of making it to the Super Bowl.  The AFC, despite having the undefeated Steelers, appears to have the reigning Super Bowl Champion Kansas City Chiefs and then a few other contenders that will be looking to unseat the Chiefs. This week, we are going to take a look at some of the top contenders in both conferences with their current Super Bowl odds and how likely they are to win the big game.

Let’s start in the NFC, where the Seattle Seahawks, Green Bay Packers, Tampa Bay Buccaneers and New Orleans Saints all seem to have legitimate chances to win the conference with a few teams bubbling right below them at the halfway mark, including the Arizona Cardinals and Los Angeles Rams.  Out of the teams at the top, the Tom Brady-led Buccaneers have the shortest odds to win the Super Bowl right now at Borgata Sportsbook at +700 (meaning for every $1 you wager, you would win $7 if the Buccaneers win the Super Bowl).  Despite just getting thrashed last Sunday night by their division counter-parts, the New Orleans Saints (currently +900 to win the Super Bowl), the Buccs have played extremely well this season and with a ferocious defense and a lot of offensive weapons for Brady to throw to, you can’t count this team out to make a long playoff run.  While the Saints have now beaten them twice this season, New Orleans has looked very weak at times as well, suffering a couple of losses.  The Green Bay Packers (currently +1100) got off to a very hot start but had their unbeaten streak broken by Tampa Bay a few weeks ago, but they do have a win against the Saints (again, parity is the name of the game in the NFC).  This brings us to the Seattle Seahawks (currently +1000).  Seattle plays in what is the toughest division in the NFC (the West), alongside playoff contenders the LA Rams, Arizona Cardinals and San Francisco 49ers.  Seattle seems to be able to score at will behind quarterback and MVP candidate Russell Wilson.  However, their defense has been sorely lacking and are one of the worst defenses in all of football.  They can’t seem to muster any sort of pass rush and give up a lot of points (weekly tip: consider wagering on the “over” in Seattle’s games as they are the perfect team for it, they score a lot of points and can’t stop their opponents from scoring).  Seattle remains dangerous though simply due to Wilson’s presence on the offensive side of the ball.

Now let’s take a look at the AFC and start with the unbeaten Pittsburgh Steelers (currently +600 to win the Super Bowl).  Pittsburgh has beaten some very tough opponents this year already including teams that are at the top of the AFC like the Baltimore Ravens and the Tennessee Titans.  You can’t argue with an undefeated record, but they are not the current favorite to win the Super Bowl.  That goes to the Kansas City Chiefs (+350) who continue to look like the championship team they were one year ago.  The Chiefs are of course led by quarterback Patrick Mahomes who continues to pull out magical plays and appears to have a natural ability that very few other quarterbacks in the league can match, or even come close to.  The Chiefs have suffered one loss on the season (an upset loss to the Las Vegas Raiders) and will more than likely lose another game before the regular season comes to an end.  But they are still the one team in the conference that no one wants to face in the playoffs.  Some other teams in the AFC that you may want to look at include the Baltimore Ravens (+900) and the Buffalo Bills (+1800).  While the Bills just beat up on the Seahawks last week, I am still hesitant to say that they can match up with the best of the best in their conference in the playoffs.  Only time will tell.

You can continue to wager on who you believe will win the Super Bowl, the NFC and AFC and individual division winners along with MVP, Coach of the Year, and a number of other awards at  Borgata Race and Sportsbook, BetMGM Sportsbook and Bar, or online at Borgatasports.com.

Two Unique Experiences Come to Savor Borgata 2020

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Savor Borgata 2020 features a number of unique culinary experiences, perfect for the foodie and amateur chef alike.  Two special tastings, Beer N’ Bites and Plant Powered Plates, offer a wide spectrum of delicious pairings that are perfect for holiday entertaining.

Beer N’ Bites takes place on Friday, November 20 at 5PM and 8PM at the BetMGM Sportsbook & Bar at Borgata. Experience expertly paired beer and bites in the ultimate sports-enthusiast’s hangout. Join Victory Brewing Company for a three-course meal prepared by Chef Chris Dougherty, featuring Braised German Brat, Classic Fish & Chips, and White Chocolate Crémeux.

For those looking to experience a vegetarian-driven approach, enjoy Plant Powered Plates on Saturday, November 21 at 1PM and 3:30PM at Long Bar. Want to try Beyond Meat Empanadas, Vegetable Lasagna, and Bon Bons? Dive into three plant-powered dishes designed by Chef Hector Agosto and paired with cocktails by Tito’s Handmade Vodka.

 

 

This year’s Savor Borgata might look different, but our ability to create memorable culinary experiences remains. By limiting our capacity, maintaining social distance between tables, wearing masks, and interacting a bit differently, we’ll ensure that Savor Borgata still serves as an exclusive opportunity for you to create memories with our talented team of renowned chefs.

Update – 11/16: All Savor Borgata experiences scheduled for November 20 and 21 are cancelled. Tickets will be refunded at the point of purchase. Visit http://theborgata.com/updates for more information.

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