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Atlantic City International Power Boat Show

February 6-10, 2008 - Atlantic City Convention Center

From John Fischer, for About.com

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Photo Courtesy of the Atlantic City International Power Boat Show
The Atlantic City International Power Boat Show comes to the Atlantic City Convention Center February 6-10, 2008. The show features over 750 of the newest and best in luxury motor and sailing yachts, sport fishers, performance boats, personal watercraft, inflatables, engines, marine accessories, electronics, fishing gear, plus nautical gifts and apparel.

In addition, there will be free boating and fishing seminars by local and regional experts and the Discover Boating Center for unbiased answers on all boat-buying questions.

When:

February 6-10, 2008

Where:

Atlantic City Convention Center
1 Miss America Way
Atlantic City, NJ 08401 Phone: (212) 984-7000

Website

www.ACBoatShow.com

Show Hours:

Wednesday, February 6, 11:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Thursday, February 7, 11:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Friday, February 8, 11:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Saturday, February 9, 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Sunday, February 10, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Parking & Travel Information

Stress-free parking that is in close proximity to the Atlantic City Convention Center will be available for all boat show attendees, as well as shuttle busses at the following locations: Trump Marina Casino, Caesars Casino and Trump Plaza. Maps of where to park and shuttle bus locations are available online for download at www.ACBoatShow.com.

The New York and New Jersey Port Authorities offer train service from New York City and points south to Atlantic City; guests traveling from Philadelphia and points east are encouraged to utilize the Atlantic City Rail Line, which has a stop right at the Atlantic City Convention Center for an easy boat show commute. For more information on rail transportation, visit www.njtransit.com.

Admission Prices:

Adults: $15
Youth (ages 13-15): $8
Children (under 12): FREE
Special Two-Day Ticket: $25

No Lines Online: Get your tickets before you come to the show --- e-tickets are available at www.ACBoatShow.com.

Show Highlights:

  • Over 750 power boats, cruisers, sport fishers and yachts. Featured boats include:
    • Miss GEICO Race Boat - The 40-foot, twin 1,500 turbine-powered Miss GEICO took the offshore racing scene by storm in the spring of 2006 and proceeded to demolish record after record and awe those unfortunate enough to race against her. Powered with the same turbine engines that flew missions in the first Gulf War, Miss GEICO is a catamaran poised for performance and can reach upwards of 185 MPH.
    • Sea Ray 47 Sedan Bridge – With luxurious overnight comfort in the gorgeous full-beam master and forward guest staterooms, this 50' sport yacht and 2008 Queen Of The Show is a brand new model that carries a $1.2 million price tag.
    • The Viking 48 – This incredible 48' yacht fetches a cool million and is sure to turn heads with an eye-pleasing sheerline and a beautifully proportioned profile.
  • All of today's latest marine gear and accessories

  • Free Boating and Fishing Seminars by local and regional experts, produced by Fisherman magazine.

  • Register before the Show online at www.ACBoatShow.com for a chance to win a $500 shopping spree at the Show and two free tickets. Enter at the Show to be the lucky winner of a $1,000 shopping spree at Boater's World

  • The Discover Boating Center for unbiased answers on any boat-buying question.

  • A Maxum 2200 SR3, equipped with Sirius Satellite Radio, and trailer, valued at $55,000, will be given away to one lucky winner from one of the seven participating shows, including Atlantic City, New York, Atlanta, Baltimore, Miami, Virginia and Tampa. Contestants must enter-to-win at the Maxum exhibit at the show.

  • The Adrenaline Jam Tour, presented by Interactive Game Experience (IGX), brings to the Show super-charged action from game publishers including PlayStation®2, Xbox 360™ and Nintendo Gamecube. Electronic gamers can play for FREE on up to 17 different game stations that provide a variety of interactive water sport challenges for Show visitors of all ages. IGX uses games rated "E" for everyone and "T" for teen as established by the Entertainment Software Rating Board.

  • Children can build a boat with their own hands and view the video series on Boating & Water Safety for Kids and Families.

  • The Go Fast display will host some really fast boats, custom motorcycles and street rods. Talk with representatives from Poker Runs America and the New Jersey Performance Power Boat Club (NJPPC). Get the latest information on meets, runs and have your performance questions answered by the pros.

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