Macau People & Culture

Macau is a part of China, but a Special Administrativ Region like Hong Kong. The peninsula has a lovely little city and the people are very friendly there. Holding the title as number 1. casino (revenue) location in the world there are a lot of new, astonishing buildings (mainly hotels) to take a look at while there. Maybe you fancy placing a bet or two? Remember to bring closed shoes for that.
Macau offers some very interesting and also very delicious and tasty food, which partially relates to it's history as a former Portuguese colony. Try the restaurant in the stairs where "Av de Almeida Ribeiro" meets with "Rue de Central" http://bit.ly/czofHP (one block south of the Senado Square). Of course you can get your everyday Starbucks kick, but why go for that when there's so many other exciting things to chose from. The town is good for shopping and differs broadly enough to cover most needs. So weather the card you're swinging doesn't really withdraw from your own account, or if you're traveling on a budget, there will surely be exclusive and/or affordable stuff up for grabs.
There are attractions, like old cathedrals, churches and also a fort. You can watch a movie or try the highest commercial bungee in the world over at the Macau Tower (I did and it was some awesome 233 meters) . Especially one of the gardens is really lovely. Also you can visit the old fort and learn some of the history. A personal tip would be walking a bit north and actually experience some of the housing and life of the locals here. They have not really won the big lottery, even if the casino's are expanding and growing - at least not yet.
After visiting the island and the city two times, walking around all day, visiting the neighboring island of Taipe, not experiencing any crimes (there's a fair amount of police around), it's my general impression that SAR Macau is a safe place to be. The HOTEL MAN VA http://bit.ly/czofHP you'll find at 40 Rua da Caldeira (continuing of Rua da Felicidad) is actually a quite decent hotel. Not the cheapest one, but rooms are nice, clean and tidy, you feel secure and they are service minded (even if some may think they have some strange stuff going on with a bit to many young girls running around in the staircase).They don't speak a lot of English either, which is the case with many locals, but the younger generation do understand and speak some. In the casinos and their attached hotels English is understood and spoken without a problem. Prices are simmilar, but maybe slightly cheaper, than they are in Hong Kong. Hong Kong dollars are accepted and there are all the ATM's needed.

Macau is must see when you are travelling within HongKong. It's a chinese territory that still holds the influences of European flavor. It's a world where you see the chinese and Portuguese culture blended into one. There is still an edifice of an old Church that still stands supported by steel scaffolding behind and a fort that was once used to fend off enemies attacking the island. Cannons are still displayed within the forth, and when you reach the top of the climb of the fort you will see a splendid view of the city. The tower where you can go bungee jumping can be seen from the top of the fort. 

Be sure to venture out from the casinos or resorts and see the Cathedral, with many great shops leading up the hill.

So you’re on a short trip or a holiday in Macau. You need to get around and see the sights, feel the atmosphere, experience the local culture. How do you see this magnificent place and make the most of your holiday in a hassle-free, fun and safe way?
The answer’s easy. Its Macau Scooter Hire (http://www.macauscooters.com).
Scooters are a very economical and fun way to see the sites of Macau - it's certainly the best way to get around the Macau's narrow streets and experience all you’ve wished for.

Macau Scooter Hire offer a range of 50cc road scooters, mopeds, 125cc Scooters and electric scooters for hire. You can book online for a few hours' session, full day or long term hire. Group bookings and tours are also available. Minimum rental is 3 hours and a driving licence that cover mopeds / motorbikes is required.

You’ll have a fantastic selection of modern, safe, and well maintained vehicles in Macau. The bike can even be delivered to you - to your hotel, ferry terminal or airport (if you arrived by plane).

So you’re on a short trip or a holiday in Macau. You need to get around and see the sights, feel the atmosphere, experience the local culture. How do you see this magnificent place and make the most of your holiday in a hassle-free, fun and safe way?
The answer’s easy. Its Macau Scooter Hire (http://www.macauscooters.com).
Scooters are a very economical and fun way to see the sites of Macau - it's certainly the best way to get around the Macau's narrow streets and experience all you’ve wished for.

Macau Scooter Hire offer a range of 50cc road scooters, mopeds, 125cc Scooters and electric scooters for hire. You can book online for a few hours' session, full day or long term hire. Group bookings and tours are also available. Minimum rental is 3 hours and a driving licence that cover mopeds / motorbikes is required.

You’ll have a fantastic selection of modern, safe, and well maintained vehicles in Macau. The bike can even be delivered to you - to your hotel, ferry terminal or airport (if you arrived by plane).

There's some memories.

Macau has a distinct flavor that keeps it separate from Hong Kong, namely, the exciting casino lifestyle. Although Portuguese is technically an official language, due to previous colonization, don't expect to use it too commonly; the preferred language is Cantonese, followed by English and Mandarin.

Por favor, por favor.... por vavorcito!!! No griten muy duro si ganan algún premio en las máquinas tragamonedas... La seguridad del casino puede rodearlos DE INMEDIATO y hacerlos sentir un poco cohibidos :$

Macau is must see when you are travelling within HongKong. It's a chinese territory that still holds the influences of European flavor. It's a world where you see the chinese and Portuguese culture blended into one. There is still an edifice of an old Church that still stands supported by steel scaffolding behind and a fort that was once used to fend off enemies attacking the island. Cannons are still displayed within the forth, and when you reach the top of the climb of the fort you will see a splendid view of the city. The tower where you can go bungee jumping can be seen from the top of the fort. 

Be sure to venture out from the casinos or resorts and see the Cathedral, with many great shops leading up the hill.

Take time away from the Casinos to see and appreciate the Portuguese influence in the area. The cobblestone roads as well as the tradition style government buildings.