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1) The old Portuguese culture which still lures everyone’s attention by combining itself with the modernisation.
2) The rich history and culture vibes it possesses makes it one of the best world heritage sites to visit in the world.
3) The originality of the Chinese cuisine can be easily found if one visits Taipa village and I am certainly going to being a true foodie !!
4) Chilling spots are also easily accessible at this serene location. I can surely enjoy beach experiences once I go there.
5) Casinos and other gaming world attractions are also present to gather a lot of attention from visitors especially from us (young adults).
6) But the ultimate nirvana would be achieved once I climb the 1000 feet tall Macao tower and take a look around experiencing the best feeling in the world.
7) The intense mix of cultures and traditions of portugese and Chinese that Macao offers, creates a new world altogether.
8) Many places to stay but still one should surely prefer one of the luxury hotels or can also go for the residencies available locally.
9) Infrastructure is an essential part that totally contributes to the beauty of the location.
10) Would surely keep going to the local cafes in my to-do list which offer the authentic taste of the Asian delicacies.
11) The venetian shopping style is a must for the first-time visitors like me and I would absolutely love to experience this once in a lifetime thingy.
12) The regionally present light and other shows are a treat to watch with the awesome weather.
13-Have a Michelin starred meal
Like Hong Kong, Macau has a lot of Michelin-starred restaurants, even two with three stars, ready to absorb all those hard earned casino dollars. For some of the most interesting meals, head to the Grand Lisboa, where there are three restaurants with stars, including the top two, one Chinese and the other French, of Robuchon fame.
14-The Eight
The Eight Macau
The Eight is one of few 3 Michelin starred restaurants in Macau specialising in very creative and fine dining dim sum. The name is auspicious in Chinese and the outlet is flash with water cascading down the wall and dripping chandeliers. Reservations are essential. Read my full review here.
15-Robuchon au Dome
buchon au Dome Lisboa Hotel
Robuchon au dome is another 3 Michelin starred restaurant (the second one in the Lisboa Hotel) of famous celebrity chef Joel Robuchon who has the most Michelin stars in the world and outposts in other Asian cities like Singapore or Hong Kong. Expect the same caliber as in his other venues, and French cuisine with refined elements in an utterly flash environment so characteristic of the Lisboa Hotel. Read my full review here.
16-Enjoy Macanese food
A Lorcha
‘The Sailboat’, A Lorcha is one of the most popular places to stop at if you go to A-Ma Temple as it is nearby. Expect usual Portuguese and Macanese fare in generous portions and in a quaint family-style room with arched columns. I very much enjoyed eating here and sampling the local dishes, it all felt very authentic and genuine, rustic even. Plus they say that Macanese food is the first fusion food that existed created as a result of Portuguese utensils and cooking techniques used to prepare Chinese recipes. There are very few places serving Macanese food and A Lorcha is one of them. Book a foodie walking tour of Macau by clicking here.
17-Indulge in Portuguese favorites
Antonio from outside
Cozy and blue and yellow-tiled, this restaurant in Taipa Village embodies Portugal in Macau. The chef is entertaining too and the menu is more sophisticated than other venues. The building is tall and narrow and the tables are spread across the various levels. Antonio is a great place for Portuguese food in Macau so if you only try one, let it be this one and call ahead to order the advance booking special menu that is full of signature dishes and indulge in the crepe suzette, which he will flambe tableside. I very much recommend this restaurant.
18-Visit the Michael Jackson gallery
The Sofitel Point 16 Hotel where I stayed for a couple of days, has an interesting collection of Michael Jackson objects, photographs and other paraphernalia at the Michael Jackson Gallery. It also has a Michael Jackson themed suite in its Mansion area which I got to visit with the staff. The gallery is small but well worth it if you are a Michael Jackson fan.
19-Things to do and see in Taipa, Cotai and Coloane
The island is where many of the large and flash hotels and casino complexes of Macau are located. Taipa and Coloane used to be two separate islands with rich heritage, which were united through landfill in the middle, creating what is today called the Cotai strip.
The Cotai Strip mimics the Las Vegas Strip, complete with the same hotels and architecture, expect dancing fountains, the Venetian, an Eiffel Tower and other adult-entertainment options.
20-Go on a night bus tour
Cotai Strip at night
Only in Macau can you have a night bus tours as an amazing tourist activity. When the city lights come out, the entire city, but particularly the Cotai Strip, come alive in a mesmerising way. You can book tickets for a night bus tour here. The tour covers both Cotai and the Old Macau parts but I reckon Cotai is where the real casino and luxury hotel neon light show is most amazing, don’t you think?
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