Casinos honor military personnel with veterans specials

Staff Writer

Atlantic City’s casinos are offering special discounts to honor veterans, the Casino Association of New Jersey announced just in time for Veterans Day.

“We are proud to honor America’s veterans who have bravely served our country, said Mark Giannantonio, CANJ president. “We are grateful for their sacrifice and their commitment to protecting the values and freedom we hold dear.”

He pointed to Bally’s Atlantic City General Manager Michael Monty, who served as an infantry officer in the Army from 2010 to 2015.

During an eight-month deployment to Southern Afghanistan, Monty led a 35-man infantry platoon in more than 150 mounted and dismounted missions to disrupt the Taliban and provide security for the local population, Giannantonio said.

Monty, who is CANJ’s trustee, commanded a 310-soldier company and was specially selected as a lieutenant to serve in a position normally held by a senior captain.

He earned a Ranger Tab, Airborne Wings, Expert Infantryman’s Badge and Combat Infantryman’s Badge.

“We are proud of Mike’s incredible service to our country and the contribution he brings to our industry,” Giannantonio said.

The casino veterans offerings include:

Bally’s Atlantic City

Bally’s Atlantic City

Hotel: Veterans get 10 percent off their hotel stay all year long. Those who book now through Nov. 30 will get 25 percent off. Stay dates are now through Dec. 29.
Dining: On Veterans Day there will be a 15 percent discount for military personnel at Casino Café & Grill, Jerry Longo’s Meatballs and Martinis, Guy Fieri’s Chophouse, The Yard, Dunkin’ Donuts, Carluccio’s and Sack O’ Subs.
Parking: Free parking Nov. 11-13.
Proper ID required: Government and military personnel who sign up for a Bally Rewards card will be immediately upgraded to Star with valid proof of U.S. military or veterans card.

Borgata Hotel & Casino Atlantic City

Offers the following through Nov. 14 for all members of the armed forces, veterans:

20 percent off at Fixation, Vintage, Capri, Borgata Collection, Borgata & Co., and Ciao
20 percent off the following restaurants, valid for items less than $500: American Bar & Grille, Angeline by Michael Symon, B Bar, B-Prime Steakhouse, BetMGM Sportsbook & Bar, Borgata Baking Company, Borgata Buffet, Bread & Butter, Gypsy Bar, Izakaya by Michael Schulson, Level One Cocktail Bar & Lounge, Long Bar, Noodles of the World, Old Homestead Steak House, Starbucks, Sunroom, and The Metropolitan
30 percent off spa and salon services

Caesars Entertainment Atlantic City Resorts
(includes Caesars, Harrah’s and Tropicana)

As much as 40 percent off room rates for veterans and active-duty military for bookings made by Nov. 13, for travel through 2023.
Starbucks at Harrah’s Resort will free tall hot brewed coffee to veterans, service members and military spouses on Veterans Day.
Caesars Rewards has created a special card and benefits for active-duty military members and veterans. Salute cardholders are available for 10 percent hotel discounts all year, plus Caesars Rewards Platinum benefits including complimentary self- and valet parking at many destinations, pre-sale access for shows, discounts at casino gift shops and on select Norwegian Cruise line vacations, and a complimentary stay at Atlantis, Paradise Island in The Bahamas.

Golden Nugget Atlantic City

Those who show their military ID on Veterans Day receive:

20 percent off dining at Vic & Anthony’s, Chart House, Grotto, Michael Patrick’s, Lillie’s Asian Cuisine, and Bean & Bread
20 percent off Retail at Style & Trend.
Free valet parking and overnight stay discount.

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City

Veterans can join the Veterans Program Wild Card with a valid military ID. Perks include:

Veterans can join the Veterans Program Wild Card for free by enrolling with a valid Military ID at Wild Card Services. Perks include
Instant upgrade to Elite status with complimentary self-parking.
15 percent discount at Hard Rock Cafe.
Discounts on hotel rooms Sunday through Thursday and Rock Spa services.
Special veteran events throughout the year, a limited-edition Hard Rock Veteran pin, and buy one, get one buffet Monday through Friday.
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City also honored veteran team members at a Veterans Day luncheon Thursday. The celebration included a speech by the New Jersey National Guard’s Assistant Adjutant General-Air Brigadier General Patrick M. Kennedy and a performance of the national anthem by Dionne Carole. The resort also presented a check for $12,000 to Veterans Haven South for the purchase of new mattresses for the facility.

Ocean Casino Resort

Ocean Rewards Veterans Card benefits include:

Automatic Preferred card upgrade with Preferred Tier benefits
Complimentary self-parking
Veterans Day dining offers
Access to Avila Lounge from 8 to 11 a.m. Free continental style breakfast for all active duty and U.S veterans and their spouses.
The Grind will provide a complimentary cup of coffee.
Complimentary draft beer from Villain & Saint , The Gallery Bar, Book & Games, Lobby Bar, Makai, Distrito, American Cut, Amada and Nola’s Bar & Lounge.
Free admission Veterans Day to HQ² Nightclub.
Ocean Casino Resort partners with Last Salute, an all-veteran, all-volunteer military funeral honor guard serving southern New Jersey. They provide free professional and elaborate military funeral honors ceremonies for active and veteran military personnel from Army, Navy, Air Force and Marines.