Dec 2016
CE Announces Policy Address 2017: Several Measures and Infrastructure for Tourism Development
The Chief Executive of the Macao SAR, Chui Sai On, disclosed various initiatives in the Policy Address for Fiscal Year 2017 - entitled 'Development Plan in Progress for Building a Perfect Home' - on 15th November. Proposals include 'multi-industry linkage and complementarity...
MGTO’s ‘Macao Tourism News plus’ is Launched
Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO) launched the 'Macao Tourism News plus' (beta version) on 28th November, an online database of news materials for members of the press. The inclusive service platform enables members of the press in Macao and from around the world to easily browse and use the information archived in the database, thereby upgrading the efficiency...
Cultural Affairs Bureau to Launch Busking Programme
In order to promote the public's appreciation of and participation in artistic and cultural activities whilst revitalising the community and creating a cultural atmosphere, the Cultural Affairs Bureau (IC) plans to launch a 'Busking Programme', providing local arts and ...
Treasure of Sacred Art of St. Joseph’s Seminary Open to Public
In order to enable the public to have a better understanding of St. Joseph's Seminary and the history of the development of Catholicism in Macao, as well as appreciating the Seminary's valuable collections, the Cultural Affairs Bureau (IC) has worked with the...
MGTO Promotional Activities in December
December is a traditional peak tourism season, and also the peak of the annual events unfolding in Macao. The Macao International Marathon; Parade through Macao, Latin City; Light Festival; celebration of the Macao SAR establishment, as well as Christmas, making it a bumper month. Macao Government Tourism Office...
Zhongshan-Macao Free Yacht Scheme Launched
The Zhongshan-Macao Free Yacht Scheme was officially launched on 23rd November – the first two cities to launch the Free Yacht Scheme in China.
To complement the Free Yacht Scheme, the Macao SAR Government has set up a yacht berthing area on the seafront of Concordia Industrial Park...
‘Macao Tourism Data plus’ Introduces New Statistical Indicators on Hotel Industry
The 'Macao Tourism Data plus' ('MTD plus') - an online platform operated by Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO) - is now equipped with new statistical indicators on the hotel industry. MGTO continues to enhance its publication of tourism statistical data and optimise service features...
1st International Film Festival & Awards‧Macao Opens 8th December
The 1st International Film Festival & Awards‧Macao (IFFAM) hits the stage from 8th to 13th December. Film industry professionals and guest celebrities from around the world as well as over 300 media representatives from Hong Kong, Macao, Mainland...
Macao Light Festival to Dazzle City Again in December
'Macao Light Festival 2016 – Treasure of Light' illuminates the city from 4th to 31st December, presenting video mapping projections, light installations, interactive games as well as a music and light show at various locations around Macao. This year, the Festival revolves around a quest for the 'Treasure of Light', with residents and visitors...
Macao International Marathon, Parade through Macao and Light Festival Continue to Unleash Synergy Effect
Sunday 4th December is a big day for Macao, with three mega events and festivals embracing sports, culture and tourism elements, transforming Macao into a 'City of Culture and Events'. The route for the 2016 Macau International Marathon will progress from Ponte Governador Nobre...
Macau Shopping Festival 2016 Celebrates Sixth Edition
The 6th Macau Shopping Festival will be held from 3rd to 31st December, with giant panda 'Olá' the mascot and the slogan remaining 'I Buy • Macau'.
This year's Festival's opening ceremony will be...
MSAR Discusses Territorial Waters with Beijing Officials
The Macao SAR Government is in the process of developing studies for the adoption of the 'Medium-Long-term Plan for the Use and Development of the Territorial Sea of the MSAR (2016-2036)'. Last month, Chief Executive of the Macao SAR, Chui Sai On and his delegation concluded a series of meetings....
MGTO First Launched International Gastronomy Forum
The 'International Gastronomy Forum, Macao 2016', organized by Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO), under the theme 'Power of Gastronomy', with the activities of the event running between 23rd to 26th November. The Forum gathers members of the UNESCO Creative Cities Network, experts and academics, to connect with and share their successful cases. MGTO organizes this Forum as part of the work in forging...
63rd Macau Grand Prix A Roaring Success
The Suncity Group 63rd Macau Grand Prix was successfully held from 17th to 20th November, attended by over 80,000 spectators throughout the four-day event.
This year, the event facilitated seven spectacular races...
IACM Unveils New Botanical Gardens in Seac Pai Van
The Civic and Municipal Affairs Bureau (IACM) of Macao SAR Government is constructing new botanical gardens in Seac Pai Van, with the first phase of construction focusing on the park's track system located behind Seac Pai Van Park, in order to build a fragrance track...
Michelin Guide Hong Kong Macao 2017 Recognizes More Macao Restaurants
Michelin Guide Hong Kong Macao 2017, published on 9th November, includes 19 Macao restaurants evaluated by the Guide, with three restaurants added to last year's tally.
Robuchon au Dôme and The Eight retain the highest accolade of 3 stars...
Macao’s first ‘WiFi Street’ activated in Northern District
Macau International Industrial Technology Development Association has launched Macao's first 'WiFi Street', covering Istmo F. Amaral to the Lin Zexu Memorial Museum next to Amigos do Jardim Triângulo, spanning one km in total. The service will be on trial for one year from...
E-payment District ‘1212 Blue Street’ Launch
The first e-commerce payment district - 1212 Blue Street - organized by The Industry and Commerce Federation of Macau Central and Southern District, will launch on 1st December. The service will cover different districts inluding Rua dos Ervanários, Rua de Nossa Senhora do Amparo...
Sands Resorts Offering Macao Winter Celebration Hotel Packages
From 31st October, 2016 to 28th February, 2017, Sands Resorts Cotai Strip Macao is offering Macao Winter Celebration hotel packages.
Guests can choose to stay at the four hotels under the Sands Resorts Cotai Strip Macao brand by purchasing the package, including: The Venetian Macao...
