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Macau Travel Guide - Your destination overview of Macau

Situated on China's southeastern coast, the former Portuguese colony of Macau is a popular destination for visitors who are interested in the unique history and culture of this region. Combining traditional Chinese customs with a charming colonial atmosphere and buildings, Macau offers visitors to China a fresh and inviting experience.

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Macau Travel Tips - Helpful hints and advice on local destination information

Although traveling in Macau can be a lot of fun, travelers will find that a small amount of preparation is needed in advance in order to make the trip go smoothly. Only a small minority of local people speaks English, and visitors may find that although there is plenty of public transport available, it is best to ask someone from their hotel to write down destinations in advance.

Macau Sightseeing Guide - Visit notable attractions and landmarks

Macau features a large number of stunning colonial buildings such as St Paul Cathedral so visitors might wonder at first if they are really still in China. The Portuguese influence can be seen all over the island, making Macau a fascinating place to explore for those who are interested in architecture.

Macau Shopping Guide - Find where and what to shop and buy

Macau is a real Mecca for shopaholics as the prices are low and there is a wide range of products available. Shoppers will find everything imaginable here including jewelry, designer clothes, accessories, watches, wines, electronic goods and Chinese antiques. All available at duty-free prices.

Macau Food and Dining Guide - Restaurants, where to eat, and more

Dining in Macau is an interesting experience as traditional Chinese flavors are infused with the Portuguese influence to create a wide range of dishes that cannot be found anywhere else in the world.

Macau Entertainment Guide - For fun, recreation, and relaxation

Known as the Oriental Las Vegas, Macau is a paradise for gamblers as there are a large number of hotels to be found here. However, the area features plenty of clean streets and picturesque gardens to explore.

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While Macau has a lot in common with its noisy neighbour Hong Kong, you’ll soon get a feel for its unique identity as you explore the Portuguese colonial architecture, traditional Chinese temples, and glittering casinos which rival anything found in Las Vegas. The result is a disorientating, thrilling mash-up of influences, and Macau has just as much to offer those craving culture as it does for party animals.

Nightlife & Entertainment in Macau

Whether you call it the Vegas of the East, or the Monte Carlo of the Orient, there's little doubt that Macau’s high rise casinos and neon-bathed entertainment complexes are carving out a world-class reputation of their own. Dramatic hotel-casinos light up the night’s sky with a kaleidoscope of colours, so get out there and let Macau’s clubs, bars and acrobatic entertainment options leave your head in a spin.

Family Friendly Attractions in Macau

Don’t go thinking Macau's just an adult's playground - bring the kids along, and make the most of this city’s elaborately themed hotels and enchanting attractions. With Hong Kong’s skyscrapered dreamland also within tantalisingly easy reach, Macau is perfect for a family seeking urban adventures.

Arts and Culture in Macau

Macau’s casinos may hog the spotlight, but if you need a break from the glitz and the glamour, you’ll find no shortage of cultural wonders in Macau. From ornate temples sparkling with gold to museums that bring this strategically significant peninsula’s past to life, you’ll feel like you’ve hit the jackpot as you dive a little deeper into Macau.

The Best Casinos in Asia—Gamble anywhere from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur

Asian casinos are giving Vegas a run for its money, with locations like Macau and Singapore overtaking the traditional gambling mecca in the visitor stakes. Why not try your own hand in one of these eastern casinos and see if Lady Luck shines on you?

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