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Studio City adds a dose of Hollywood excitement to Macau’s casino scene

Macau’s economy may have taken a slight downturn, but that hasn’t dampened Melco Crown Entertainment’s enthusiasm for the city’s tourism and entertainment future. Lawrence Ho’s gaming and resort company has upped its ante in Cotai with the opening of Studio City, a new US$3.2 billion Hollywood-inspired, all-encompassing entertainment complex.

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Month of festivities

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New bus tours offer a simple way to explore Macau’s top attractions

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Revving it up

Macau comes alive every autumn with the roar of sports car and motorcycle engines, as drivers, riders and enthusiasts descend on the former Portuguese enclave for one of the world’s most exciting sporting events.

4 Nov 2015 - 10:15AM

Winners of Macau GT Cup celebrate during the presentation ceremony in the 61st Macau Grand Prix

November in Macau

Foodies should be getting their appetites ready for the Macau Food Festival. Located next to the Macau Tower, the festival comprises booths offering Asian and European favourites and specialities from all over the world. The festival runs from Friday November 13 until Sunday November 29. Opening hours are 5pm to 11pm, Monday to Thursday, and 3pm to 12am, Friday to Sunday.

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Diners delight

Macau’s eating out scene continues to improve. There are fine dining restaurants, informal bistros, intimate cafes and - for a slice of Macanese life - bustling street markets, where the locals say some of the best food is to be enjoyed.

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Bridal parties

Macau is a great destination for weddings. Thanks to government incentives attracting overseas couples and wedding guests, resorts and properties hosting wedding fairs and offering so many choices - paired with Macau’s colonial legacy and landmarks perfect for wedding snaps - it’s become more popular as a wedding destination.

26 Oct 2015 - 4:54PM

Macau celebrates its historic connections with the annual Lusofonia Festival

Portugal once had a far-flung empire with "overseas provinces" in Africa, Asia and South America. It was the world's first truly global empire, spanning more than five centuries.

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It’s all happening in Macau

It’s an action-packed October, from concerts to art, hotel openings, and beer festivals.

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Macau’s handover site evolves into cultural and entertainment centre

More than four centuries after the Portuguese settled in Macau in 1557, the enclave was returned to Chinese administration on December 20, 1999. But why was that particular date chosen for the handover?

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Sounds of the festival

This year’s Macao International Music Festival (MIMF) isn’t just amazing, it is “Sound-mazing”. That’s how the 29th edition of the prestigious event, organised by Macao’s Cultural Affairs Bureau from October 4 to November 1, is being advertised.

16 Sep 2015 - 9:52AM

Galaxy Macau Phase II opens up new worlds of luxury, entertainment, dining and accommodation

Ever since the Venetian Macao resort started the casino boom in the city over 10 years ago, the landscape of Cotai has been continuously changing. For this year and beyond, a new wave of mega resort-casinos are in the works, and the first to debut in May was Galaxy Entertainment Group's Galaxy Macau Phase II.

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From Bon Jovi concert to ‘Kung Fu Panda’ academy: the best September deals and events in Macau

Catch one of France’s pioneering video artists in Macau. “Traverse: Video installation by Robert Cahen” runs at the Macau Museum of Art. The exhibition presents installations and video works by the renowned videographer. A graduate of the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique de Paris, Cahen studied music and developed a strong interest in images and videos, becoming a pioneer in pairing music and visuals. The result is a journey between reality and illusion that creates an artistic delight.

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Get a taste of old Macau by visiting these nostalgic restaurants off the tourist track

Macau's dining scene has completely evolved over the last decade, with the enclave now boasting Michelin-starred restaurants, serving haute cuisine, alongside a long list of food and beverage outlets representing the farthest reaches of the globe.

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Macau International Fireworks Display Contest returns to light up the city throughout September

19 Aug 2015 - 11:34AM

Step onto Senado Square and into the past: Walking tours bring Macau’s Chinese, Portuguese history in focus

Senado Square sits at the heart of old Macau. Overlooking the triangular-shaped plaza is a building called the Leal Senado, which means “loyal senate” in Portuguese. It was the seat of the enclave's legislative assembly before Macau was returned to Chinese administration in 1999.

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Monumental celebration in Macau to mark the 10th anniversary of Unesco World Heritage recognition

Macau is celebrating the 10-year anniversary of its historic centre earning official recognition as a Unesco World Heritage Site. The city’s collection of notable monuments is a rich tapestry of Portuguese and Chinese history, and includes more than 20 locations such as A-Ma Temple, Moorish Barracks, Mandarin’s House, Dom Pedro V Theatre, the Ruins of St. Paul’s and Guia Fortress.

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August’s best events and deals in Macau

Head to the Macao Science Center, Institute for Tourism Studies or Dom Pedro V Theatre during the first week of August to enjoy free classical music performances with the Macao Young Musicians Competition. Organised by the Cultural Affairs Bureau of Macao, the event seeks to promote the development of local classical music and provide opportunities for young talents to gain stage experience.

3 Aug 2015 - 3:05PM

The other side of Macau: Fun for all the family in Coloane

Coloane might be just a hop, skip and a jump from the mega resorts, massive shopping malls, and glitzy casinos of Cotai, but it is an entirely different world, where high-rises are the exception rather than the rule.

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10th anniversary of the inscription of “The Historic Centre of Macao” on World Heritage List

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Temples, picturesque gardens and quiet alleyways provide a glimpse of historic Macau

A walk through Macau's historic St Lazarus district is like a short course in Sino-Western history. Kun Iam Tong is a good place to start. The temple, at No 2 Avenida do Coronel Mesquita, which is also known as Pou Chai Sim Iun, dates back to the 13th century. The structure was built during the Ming dynasty in 1627.

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Seven of the best fine dining restaurants in Macau

8 Jul 2015 - 9:32AM

July's best deals for a memorable stay in Macau

Chinese mythology includes the tale of a child who was born a grown boy and had never been a baby. He was also born to be a good fighter, and would fight anyone to defend the weak, including his father. He was later made a deity called Na Tcha, often depicted flying on a wheel of fire.

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Science, movies and a Skywalk: Why Macau isn’t only for gamblers

Macau is not just for gamblers. A growing number of families are travelling to the former Portuguese enclave thanks to fun-filled and educational attractions that children find entertaining.

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Street-Food - Six of the best street-food snacks in Macau

A mix of Chinese and Portuguese influences have created a special street-food culture in Macau. Here’s are six snacks to try - or bring back as gifts for friends and colleagues to show you know your stuff.

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Music, museums and suites: a quick guide to June's best deals for a magical stay in Macau

Officially opened at the end of May, The exhibition “From Lorient to the Orient - Port Cities of China and France on the 18th Century Maritime Silk Route”, organised by the Macao Museum as part of the 26th Macao Arts Festival and Le French May, will run until the end of August.

10 Jun 2015 - 9:41AM

Macao, Praia Grande, oil on canvas, dated 1810 to 1820, photographer Ville de Lorient, D. Goupy

Step Out, Experience Macau’s Communities Walking Tour Routes

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Step out and discover Macau

Macau has seized global attention for its huge integrated resorts in the reclaimed Cotai area, but it is also known for its history as a Portuguese enclave in China from 1557 to 1999, a period that has left behind graceful architecture and cobblestone lanes. Whether you are a first-time visitor or a regular, one route that never gets old is exploring the Historic Centre of Macau.

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Discover Your Luxury Villa Vacation 2

Learn about the exciting developments in the Las Vegas of Asia through Experience Macau, a special channel brought to you by the Macau Government Tourist Office. From the latest offerings at mega resorts to fine dining and concerts, travel guides or the annual Grand Prix, extend your stay to truly enjoy all Macau has to offer.