By: Edir Coronado
The ever popular senior citizen bus trip to Atlantic City is still going strong and is more popular than ever, especially in these summer months when people would much rather be outside enjoying the summer weather than indoors. For the past 14 years Ramona Radbmacher, 2nd vice president and Program Chairwoman, has put together this special monthly event to provide community members a chance to enjoy all the attractions that Atlantic City has to offer.
The trip is approximately two hours long, during the ride to Atlantic City patrons are granted first class treatment. The Senior Center has secured Vanderhoof Bus Services, providing brand new plush seating, with plenty of leg room, accommodating up to 56 individual passengers. During the 2 hour ride passengers are entertained by a movie, or may choose to conserve their energy by taking a nap before the fun filled day ahead.
Once the commuters reach their destination, they are free to enjoy the scenery, take their chances at the casino, enjoy the beaches and boardwalk. If the traveler decided to try their luck at the casino, the trip includes a $25 coupon for slot play. The sightseer could also grab a bite to eat, courtesy of the Senior Center, by way of a $10 food voucher, also included in the ticket.
The amount of people that have attended the senior citizen trip has remained steady ranging from 35 to 55 people, during the summer months, when it is most popular, people have been turned away because of lack seating space. The winter is when the numbers dwindle, but those cold winter months still produce 35 participants. This is due to the amazing experience that is provided and how often the trip is made accessible. While the trip was designed for seniors any one can participate and all are welcome from any town.
The next trip to Atlantic City is on Monday August 22nd, trips are every third Monday of the month. The bus leaves at 8:30 a.m. and returns at 7:30 p.m. It is important to call and reserve your seat, especially during these summer months, or you risk the chance of being turned away. For more information or to make a reservation please call 908-647-3295.
