Deal of the week

New Year's Eve 'Golden Ticket' at Harrah's

What's the deal? This New Year's Eve, just about every casino in Atlantic City is offering parties open to the public - not just those on the casinos' invitation lists like it used to be. At Harrah's Atlantic City, you can get the "2010 Golden Ticket" package, which includes a Waterfront Tower premium room, two tickets to a celebration in the resort's lush indoor-pool area, three-hour open bar and a lobster-and-champagne buffet for $887 per couple. At the Showboat, another Harrah's property, a party at the House of Blues featuring rock band O.A.R., access to the exclusive Foundation Room nightclub, a bottle of champagne and a deluxe room goes for $799 ($999 with upgrade to a suite) as part of the "Hob Rock N New Year" package.

What's the savings? Overnight rates on New Year's Eve are among the priciest of the year. Rooms at the Showboat for Dec. 31 start at $489. For a few hundred more you get a concert and a behind-the-velvet-rope experience. Priceless.

What's the catch? Rooms may be limited and the deals require a 48-hour cancellation notice to receive a refund.

Information: Visit harrahs.com or call 800-427-7247.