Tag: Tourism
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Arts and entertainment scene fuels economic and tourism recovery
Macau’s tourism and economic recovery are gaining momentum, bolstered by the arts and entertainment sector, according to Maria Helena de Senna Fernandes, director of the Macau ... -
Tourism accreditation reaches record high in 2024
The Quality Tourism Services Accreditation Scheme (QTSAS) reached a new milestone this year, with a record-high 390 accredited merchants across the travel agency, catering and retail ... -
Judge cancels court deadlines in Trump’s 2020 election case after his presidential win
The judge overseeing Donald Trump’s 2020 election interference case canceled any remaining court deadlines Friday while prosecutors assess the “the appropriate course going forward” in light ... -
Inbound package tour visitors up 101.2%, outbound travel by residents climbs
Macau’s tourism sector has shown strong signs of recovery in the first three quarters of 2024, with a significant surge in inbound package tour visitors, particularly ... -
Melco hopes to attract more Korean tourists to Macau
Melco Resorts & Entertainment is making Korean tourists a top priority, according to a report from Korea JoongAng Daily. In a press event at Josun Palace ... -
26 million visited Macau in the first nine months
A total of 25,920,914 visitors entered Macau in the first three quarters of this year, according to the Statistics and Census Service (DSEC). This is an ... -
MGTO promotes multi-destination tourism in GBA
The Macao Government Tourist Office (MGTO) recently organized a two-day visit to Dong’ao and Guishan Islands in Zhuhai City, inviting representatives from overseas tourism organizations accredited ... -
Tour groups visiting non-gaming attractions responsible for pedestrian traffic surge
A surge in pedestrian traffic near gaming concessionaire venues in Macau appears to be caused by tour groups visiting non-gaming attractions, The Times has learned. Recently, ... -
Visitor arrivals drop by over one-third after Golden Week
The number of visitor arrivals to Macau has fallen after the “Golden Week of the National Day Holidays,” with figures dipping below the 100,000 daily mark, ... -
Tourism service prices up 4.3% in Q3
The Tourist Price Index (TPI) for the third quarter (Q3) of 2024 rose 4.29% year-on-year to 147.22 points, according to data from the Statistics and Census ... -
Domestic travelers spending less despite stimulus measures
Domestic travelers in China, including the Macau and Hong Kong SARs,are exhibiting a notable trend of reduced spending during the recent Golden Week holiday, despite the ... -
More visitors over the holidays but the share of foreigners shrinking
The number of visitors to Macau during the “Golden Week” of the National Day holidays has increased this year compared to 2023, official daily statistics released ... -
Major resorts sold out; rates surge for remaining rooms
A significant number of hotels and integrated resorts in Macau have sold out for the upcoming National Day Golden Week, according to popular online hotel booking ... -
Tourism surges as visitors and hotel stays rebound
The tourism industry has seen a remarkable resurgence, with inbound package tour visitors soaring 68.8% year-on-year in August 2024, reaching 224,000, according to data from the ... -
MGTO sees strong bookings ahead of National Day Golden Week
The Macau Government Tourism Office (MGTO) has reported that 70% of hotel accommodations have already been reserved for the holiday period, with expectations of further increases ... -
Golden Week hotel bookings firm against economic headwinds
Hotel bookings appear satisfactory for Golden Week starting Oct. 1, though broader economic challenges could dampen demand, according to analysts. 17 of 31 hotels tracked by ... -
Visitor arrivals in August reach record high of 3.7 million
Visitor arrivals set a new monthly record in August, reaching 3,651,731 – a 13.3% increase year-over-year and 0.8% higher than August 2019. Same-day visitors grew 23.4% ... -
Over 490,000 tourist arrivals during hottest Mid-Autumn Festival on record
During the recent Mid-Autumn Festival, Macau saw a surge in travel across its borders, highlighting the holiday’s festive spirit. From Sept. 14 to 18, the festival, ... -
100,000 daily visitors expected during Golden Week
The government anticipates that China’s National Day Golden Week holiday will be the next peak period for Macau tourist arrivals, forecasting an average of 100,000 visitors ... -
Association: Balance heritage with modern tourism amid rebound
Macau’s tourism industry is on the rebound, showing signs of robust recovery following the pandemic. Recent statistics reveal hotel occupancy rates soaring to between 80% and ... -
Tour groups on the rise with significant jumps from Korea, India
Tour groups have seen remarkable growth in Macau, according to the Statistics and Census Service (DSEC). In July 2024, inbound package tour visitors surged by 66.1% ... -
Survey: Residents show increased interest in mainland travel
A survey shows that Beijing, Shanghai, and Guangdong province emerged as the top three most popular destinations among Macau and Hong Kong residents. Conducted by the ... -
MGTO unveils MOP27 million campaign to attract international tourists
The Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO) has unveiled an international promotional campaign to revitalize tourism and attract global visitors. Launched yesterday, the “Experience Macao Limited Edition” ... -
Macau sees record tourist traffic as summer vacation ends
As summer break wraps up for many in the region, Macau is experiencing a surge in tourist traffic, with Saturday’s numbers surpassing pre-pandemic levels. On August ... -
Inbound visitors surge in July, nearing pre-pandemic levels
In July, the tourism sector showed strong signs of recovery through the arrival of 3,021,189 visitors, marking a 9.5% increase from the previous year. This surge ... -
Sintra or, a look at the chaos of ‘overtourism’ in the summer of 2024
The doorbell to Martinho de Almada Pimentel’s house is hard to find, and he likes it that way. It’s a long rope that, when pulled, rings ... -
International visitors rebound to 1.34 million
The Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO) has reported a significant recovery in international tourist arrivals to the city in 2024, signaling a return to pre-pandemic levels. ... -
Macau chamber of commerce advocates consumption rewards to attract visitors
In a move to boost tourism and spending in Macau’s Northern District, the Chamber of Commerce is advocating a consumption reward program that would provide free ... -
Weekend travel boom: customs hits record high
Macau’s Public Security Police Force (PSP) has reported that a record-breaking day for travel occurred Saturday, Aug. 10, with 717,197 entries and exits. This marks a ... -
Qin’ao tour group registration opens for online and offline travel
The tourism sector is poised for a significant boost with the opening of registration for the “Qin’ao Tourism Group,” available both online and offline. In light ... -
Visitor spending rebounds in first half of 2024
According to data from the Statistics and Census Service (DSEC) published yesterday, total spending by visitors rose 15.8% in the first half of 2024 compared ... -
Pereira Coutinho against ‘mass tourism’
Lawmaker José Pereira Coutinho says many residents are concerned with the “mass tourism” over the past few months, calling on the government to rethink tourism promotion ... -
3D video mapping to celebrate the double anniversary
The Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO) is set to launch a public collection of 3D video mapping works in Macau to celebrate the double anniversary of ... -
Majority of tourists appreciate Macau’s historical center
An academic study conducted by researchers from the Faculty of Humanities and Arts of the University of Science and Technology (MUST), in collaboration with a researcher ... -
MGTO confident in hitting 33 million tourist arrivals in 2024
The territory is optimistic that it will surpass its target of 33 million visitors by the end of 2024. This confidence is bolstered by a strong ...
