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Macau

Mind-blowing Macau

The subtropical administrative region of Macau was Europe’s first colony in the Orient—it was also its last. This means that Macau has had literal centuries of European—primarily Portuguese—presence in it, lending a western shade to its color. The result is a place with a fascinatingly European continental flavor, even despite the obvious Chinese culture and people inhabiting it.

Walk the streets of Macau and you should see it for yourself: a kind of communion with European taste, European aesthetics and European cuisine. Do not be misled into deeming this land a mere “island of European influence” in the region, however. Macau has a distinct character that combines the very best of east and west in an intriguing, irresistible cocktail of Old World colonial charm, traditional Chinese traditions, and global wealth and opulence. The last should never be forgotten when Macau is mentioned, as this is one of the richest places in Asia—which happens to be largely because it is also one of the most visited.

This little country is a big tourism spot, rich and ripe with heritage monuments as well as theme parks for the eager tourist. But what most people really come to Macau for, probably, is a shot at the tables. Macau is a prime gambling destination for poker-lovers, card-players, slot-enthusiasts, and the like. It is the Las Vegas of the East—although, truth be told, it rakes in more than Vegas does annually. Unparalleled casinos such as the City of Dreams, the Casino Lisboa and the Sands Casino can be found here, and should definitely be visited, whether you are a big-time player or just hoping to bet a few dollars on the slots. Macau will certainly not disappoint those seeking world-class entertainment or gaming opportunities, so don’t think twice about visiting this magnificent place.

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Staged Then and Now at the Dom Pedro V Theatre

August 19, 2017 By //  by Sarah Cruz Leave a Comment

Built in 1860, the Dom Pedro V Theatre is located at St. Augustine’s Square and is the first Western-style theater built in China. To this date, the theater stands as a major cultural landmark of the community of Macau as it is occasionally used for public celebrations and events. The theater was built to commemorate King Dom Pedro V of Portugal and was the very first venue in Asia to stage the iconic “Madame Butterfly” of Puccini.

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Dom Pedro V Theatre in Macau

The theater is neo-classical in essence and is painted in a pale green color with matching dark green doors and windows. Its red roof …

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Grandeur at the MGM Grand Macau

August 18, 2017 By //  by Sarah Cruz Leave a Comment

When in Macau, there always seems to be something cooking especially along the Cotai Strip where the new hotels in Macau are. But among the dozens of hotels and handful of casinos in the Las Vegas of the Orient, what makes the MGM Grand Macau stand out?

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The MGM Grand Macau

For starters, each of the 593 rooms of the MGM Grand has a unique contemporary space and style that will surely satisfy a person …

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Keeping the Game Alive at the Macau Canidrome

August 17, 2017 By //  by Sarah Cruz Leave a Comment

Macau may have already caught up with Las Vegas as its original American counterpart, but Macau is certainly not showing any signs of stopping anytime soon. Many say that it’s a city of paradoxes. On one hand is a city filled with fortresses and churches that speak of a rich history filled with opulence, and on the other hand are casinos and nightlife that bring a pleasant burst of a different kind of alluring glamour. But this fact alone is what makes Macau so uniquely different. A multicultural combination of people who see the city as their home has infused in the city a lifestyle unique to Macau alone. And keeping up with such an avant-garde outlook in life is the Macau Canidrome.

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Macau Canidrome

It is no surprise that one of the premier greyhound racing arenas in the world can be found in this city. The Canidrome or Yat Yuen, as …

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Motor Sports Club Go Karting in Macau

August 16, 2017 By //  by Sarah Cruz Leave a Comment

There is no doubt that Macau is a city of gambling as most if not all tourists head to the city with gambling in mind. Its American counterpart, Las Vegas, has evolved into being a city that offers everything when it comes to exciting tourism opportunities. Macau, however, has not reached that same point. But this doesn’t mean that nothing else can be enjoyed by non-gamblers in Macau. One example of the many activities to be enjoyed is go karting in Macau.

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Go kart in Macau

Go karting is a fun alternative for people who have tried their luck for hours in casinos and need a reprieve. It’s also a good activity for …

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Experiencing the City through the Macau Museum and other Museums in Macau

August 15, 2017 By //  by Sarah Cruz Leave a Comment

Since the 1980s, Macau has seen an increase in its population due to the intense immigration of people arriving from China. The current population of Macau comprises mostly Chinese with a notable Portuguese community and residents of other nationalities. With the fact that Macau was once under Portuguese rule, this multi-cultural concept that Macau is famous for has been ingrained in their culture for centuries. Attesting to such claims is its urban mesh and the architecture for many of its buildings. However, the accelerated cultural, economical and technological transformation of Macau has rapidly changed at the risk of losing all its unique characteristics. For this reason, the Macau Museum and other museums in Macau took necessary steps to protect, conserve and value the existing unique identity of the city.

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Macau Museum

The Macau Museum’s plans of formation began in April of 1995 while construction started by September of 1996. It was then …

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Routes when Cycling in Macau

January 30, 2017 By //  by Sarah Cruz Leave a Comment

Macau is a very small city congested with hotels, casinos, temples and historical landmarks. It is advised to not tour the city by any other means of transportation other than by use of your feet. Touring the city by foot is actually the best way to marvel at the “Las Vegas of the Orient”. One reason is that although Macau has a highly efficient traffic system, there are many one-way streets in the city which may in turn take a lot of a tourist’s time. Although cabs are significantly abundant in the city, one method that many do suggest is cycling in Macau.

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Enjoy biking in Macau

Although touring the city on a bike is a pleasant experience, some cyclists will find Macau has too many vehicles and hills to enjoy …

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