| H Issenberg |
09 December 2004 |
Stayed at Lisboa Hotel - Macau, Macau.
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Macau is developing into a tourist destination, beyond just gambling casinos. It is easy to walk, with interesting sights.
NAPE has a row of convivial bars along the waterfront, within walking distance of most hotels. Margaret's, near the Lisboa, is a terrific bakery cafe.
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| S Rattanamuk |
07 December 2004 |
Stayed at Kingsway Hotel - Macau, Macau.
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Senado square and ruins of St. Paul church is very worth to visit during this month (December). It's very colourful and brightful to welcome the coming Christmas's Eve. Egg tart of Lord Stow Bakery, at Coloan village, is very delicious. The village itself is good place to stroll during the sunset.
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| R Pierce |
21 November 2004 |
Stayed at Westin Resort Macau - Macau, Macau.
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We didn't know we were arriving during Macau Grand Prix races, and Macau Food Festival. The screaming F3 race cars and 50+ restaurant booths were a total tourist treat. Took a city tour from safe and sane guide; Peter. We were told of a local Restaurant, Fernando's (Portugese) on the 3rd island, which ended up being where we found the Westin, and when we checked in I asked a service staff if he'd heard of it. He said it was just a walk down the beach. On his name badge; Fernando. Coincidence, and great food. Try the local garlic prawns. We want to go back when Steve Wynn's place and The Venetian are completed. We honeymooned in Macau 20 years ago, revisted on our 10th anniversary and went back another 10 years later. My wife said it was her best birthday present to date.
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| B Fung |
28 October 2004 |
Stayed at New Century - Macau, Macau.
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Macao is a very interesting city with wonderful, but hidden and unadvertised places to visit. On example is the Lok Nam Gardens behind Pui Ching School.
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| J Fry |
28 October 2004 |
Stayed at Westin Resort Macau - Macau, Macau.
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Very peaceful and relaxed part of Macau away from the crowds but not too far away to be a problem.
Local restaurant Espaco is brilliant with great traditional Portugese menu, good wine list and very friendly staff.
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| T Holma |
13 October 2004 |
Stayed at Metropole Hotel Macau - Macau, Macau.
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Macau Museum at Fortaleza de Monte gives a good overview on history. Visit Coloane Island for peace of mind. "A Vencedora" at 264 Rua do Campo is a great Portuguese style restaurant established more than 70 years ago. It is very simple so don't expect candlelight dinners. It rather gives a chance to witness the cultural mix.
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| B Bosen |
27 September 2004 |
Stayed at Lisboa Hotel - Macau, Macau.
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Must see the ruins of Saint Paul. Absolutely breath taking. Also check out the old fort next door.
Don't forget to get a "Ju Pai Bau" (Pork Cutlet Bun) and a "DanTa" (Egg tart). These are great Macanese treats.
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| S Tan |
20 September 2004 |
Stayed at Sintra Hotel - Macau, Macau.
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Bus rides are very affordable, but can be a bit confusing as the same bus number have multiple routes.
The annual fireworks display was pretty impressive, best viewing location is the open ground next to Macau tower.
The local dessert (some kind of pudding) is a must try.
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| A Lim |
15 September 2004 |
Stayed at Beverly Plaza Hotel - Macau, Macau.
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If you want to see the other side of Macau, try Coloanne Island. The old houses with zinc walls, fishing village is perfect for picture taking. Try Lord Stow's bakery, and remember don't just buy two or three each!
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| C Mackenzie |
09 September 2004 |
Stayed at Ritz Macau, Hotel - Macau, Macau.
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It was very bad weather when I visited, but the concierge lends out umbrellas! You will be told by most people in Macau when you ask for directions to places, "ooh, that's a long way to walk...you should take a taxi!" when it will be around 10-15 minutes walk away.
Near the A-Ma Temple is the street with 3 restaurants on, A Lorcha (which doesn't open for dinner till 18.30), Litoral and O Porto. They all serve macanese/portuguese food but O Porto is half the price of the first two!
Don't forget - you will need to pay 10% service on top of the food.
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