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Macao is a gem of a city that bursts with vibrancy and is known for its unique ‘east meets west’ Chinese-Portuguese culture. If you’re looking to explore Macao’s amazing charm and revel in this colourful city the authentic way, then allow the Macao Government Tourism Office to bring you on a journey like you’ve never experienced before! This March to April, catch the Macao Government Tourism Office at travel fairs all over Malaysia and discover the endless excitement that Macao has to offer!

Great news for holiday lovers! If you purchase Macao travel packages at the travel fairs stated above, you will be entitled to redeem an exclusive gift! Hurry and redeem while stocks last! (Terms and conditions apply.) Visitors can also look forward to a line-up of exciting activities during the fair such as a special Macao Souvenirs workshop, Spot Me! Macao puzzle game, a delicious Macanese Food Tasting activity as well as an AR booth, that are sure to open your eyes and reintroduce you to a Macao like you’ve never known before!

Besides the travel fairs, the Macao Government Tourism Office will also be launching ‘Macao On The Go’ where a special roving team in a Kombi will be dispatched to travel all over Johor! If you want to catch the team and their Kombi at their stops, remember to take note of the dates and venues that will be stated below as there will be many exciting games and activities prepared for you that you wouldn’t want to miss!

If you’re the type of holiday goer who loves to discover and taste the amazing local cuisine offered at your holiday destination, then you must definitely pin Macao as a hot spot in your travel list this 2018! Whether it’s the taste of the unique blend of Chinese and Western flavours, the array of exquisite ingredients that make up the chic and charming Macanese cuisine, authentic Cantonese delicacies, or traditional handmade fare, Macao has it all! Having just been awarded the title as a ‘UNESCO City of Gastronomy’ by the UCCN on 31 October 2017 – the third city in China to receive this prestigious title – Macao is definitely a must-visit for food hunters who are looking to satisfy their appetite!

Just on 17 January this year,‘2018 Macao Year of Gastronomy’ was launched with the aim to preserve as well as revive the city’s cultural and gastronomical legacy to ultimately forge Macao as a Creative City of Gastronomy which showcases its unique charm and creativity to the world. In line with this, a series of new tour routes which incorporate various culinary spots and experiences as well as special collaborations with foreign travel agencies to offer ‘Macao Culinary Tour’ travel packages are in the works to provide travellers with the opportunity to explore and experience Macao’s gastronomical gems in an in-depth way.

In addition to the ‘2018 Macao Year of Gastronomy’ event, the vibrant city will also be coloured with many exciting activities and events such as the ‘2018 Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants’ from 25 to 27 March, the 6th Macao International Tourism (Industry) Expo from 27 to 29 April, the 29th Macao Arts Festival and the HUSH! Full Music (Beach Concert) in May, the 18th Macao Lotus Flower Festival from 9 to 17 June, the 29th Macao International Fireworks Display Contest on 1, 8, 15, and 24 September and 1 October, World Tourism Day on 27 September, the 32nd Macao International Music Festival and 21st Lusofonia Festival in October, the Macao Light Festival and Macao International Parade in December, and many more! This 2018, there is just no end to the excitement that Macao has to offer!

Besides that, the Taipa Village in Macao is currently the newest and hottest concept of dining and retail that injects freshness and vitality into the city. It provides locals and tourists alike a uniquely different experience that is quaint yet silently exciting, with numerous stops for gastronomical and retail therapy. Taipa Village is one of the most historic and well-preserved areas in Macao. With picturesque cobbled streets and Chinese-Portuguese style architectures that make for great photos, its serene ambience just nicely balances out the dazzling sounds of the neighbouring Cotai Strip. The village is peppered with various restaurants and retail outlets such as the Bella Taipa, La Famiglia, Shake Shake Homa, Guava Juice, the Rooftop Macau Lifestyle Store, and many more. Offering a wide range of heritage attractions and innovative dining venues, Taipa Village is definitely becoming a tourist landmark that showcases Macao’s diverse culture. It’s a place that will excite both locals and tourists as it provides a lively blend of authentic and fresh recreational experiences! Don’t miss the chance to experience the endless excitement that Macao offers – come now to explore and enjoy!

For more event details, visit Macao Tourism Malaysia’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/MacaoTourismMalaysia/.

This year, get ready for a vacation like no other! The coveted ‘Experience Macao CNY Promotion’roadshow organised by the Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO) is back again to share the amazing experiences that holiday lovers can look forward to in the vibrant city of Macao!

Come join us for a fun and joyful day full of activities as we learn about all the treasures that Macao has to offer. The ‘Experience Macao CNY Promotion’roadshow will be happening from 12 to 14 January, 10am to 10pm at the LG2 Orange Concourse, Sunway Pyramid. There will be food sampling booths that offer delectable Macao delights as well as interesting activities like Macao papercraft-making and Chinese calligraphy workshops. What’s best? Special Macao travel packages will also be offered by our travel partners –Prestige Vacation Network and Airlink Travel & Tour –exclusively only to visitors of the roadshow.

The MGTO aims to showcase all the amazing adventures that Macao has to offer so that travel bugs everywhere will get to experience this culturally saturated and vibrantly beautiful city at least once in their lives. Macao is, in reality, a really unique city that boasts lively festivals and exciting events that will leave every travel bug satisfied all year long.

Visitors can expect to be wowed by a line-up of merriments throughout 2018, starting off with the festive Chinese New Year parade on 18 and 24 February 2018. This will then be followed by the A-Ma Festival on 8 May as well as the prestigious Macao Art Festival happening throughout the month of May.  From 9 to 17 June, flower enthusiasts can indulge themselves in the beauty of lotus flowers at their full bloom at the Macao Lotus Flower Festival. For those who seek adventure and thrill, the adrenaline-pumping Macao International Dragon Boat Race happening from 16 to 18 June will be sure to feed their enthusiasm.

Besides events and festivals, Macao also offers many other attractions to those who are travelling with their families. From now till 28 February, parents can treat their children to a unique experience at the Learn & Play teamLab Future Park at MGM Macao’s Art Space where they can embark on a fun and interactive journey through imaginative installations created using digital technology. Families with little children will also be delighted to find that Thomas & The Little Big Club ALL STARS will be at Sands Cotai Central until 31 March –here, children will have the chance to meet the much-loved characters of Thomas the Tank Engine! The Anim’Arte Nam Van is also a great destination for families who are looking to explore and experience culture and creativity whereas the Macao Tower offers a breathtaking aerial view of the whole city of Macao. Thrill seekers can even opt for the famous ‘Bungy Jump’ off the Macao Tower! Other exciting activities include the “Monkey King Show” fantasy stage play as well as the “Batman Dark Flight” simulation ride.

For those who are still looking for the perfect holiday destination for 2018, Macao may just be it! Culturally intriguing with a sense of familiarity and warmth, Macaois a little gem of a city that we should all include in our travel bucket list! Come on to the ‘Experience Macao CNY Promotion’roadshow and start planning your dream getaway to Macao!

For more info, visit the Macao Tourism Malaysia Facebook page, www.facebook.com/MacaoTourismMalaysia.