Viva Macau
Our first trip to China was terrific! Macau was much more than I expected. Considered to be Asia's Las Vegas, a gambling mecca, I was not exactly sure how much there would really be to do and see over four days on the peninsula and adjacent islands. We were pleasantly surprised to find out that this once small Portuguese colony had retained so much of its European charm. The Portuguese feel mixed with Asian culture made for a rather unique destination.
Here is my top 10 Macau list:
10. Hotel Royal - what a find! In the centre of Macau peninsula, at the base of Guia Fort and within walking distance of almost everything.
Caleb and I relaxing at the hotel.
9. Exercise stations... wow, can you imagine how fit North Americans would be if every city implemented a few of these!
The Kevins getting in a morning workout.
8. The double decker hot fudge sundae at MacDonald's, vanilla lattes at Starbucks, African chicken, the old man's egg biscuits, Portuguese egg tarts... the food was delicious!
Portuguese egg tarts are wonderful. They kind of reminded me of creme brulee.
7. The cool weather... Kevin would probably put this as #1. Caleb finally got to wear his pants and hoodie and I even pulled out a sweater for the trip.
Caleb wearing a jacket for the first time in his life.
6. Casino madness - although we did not spend too much time in the casinos (no children allowed), we did get to check out the Venetian, the MGM Grand and the Grand Lisbon to see how they compared to Vegas. We really liked Vegas but the casinos here were less about having a good time and more about making money (i.e. no free drinks).
At the Venetian, Macau
5. Finding brand name clothing items in the markets for cheap. How do you say no to a $3 Roxy t-shirt?
4. The ruins of the Church of St. Paul and the other UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Macau.
Adelina looking out over the ruins of the Church of St. Paul and the Macau peninsula
3. Cirque du Soleil's ZAIA. It was no Zumanity (remember that, girls?) but it is was a terrific show!
2. Walking along the cobbled streets in the fresh air.
Walking through Senado Square
1. Spending the weekend with great people - Thanks for joining us, Brenda, Kevin and Adelina!
Team Macau
posted by Lori @ 4:15 PM
5 Comments
5 Comments:
Looks like an awesome trip! I am very jealous that is the first time Caleb has had to wear a jacket. I love the first pic Lori, you guys are adorable!
That looked like an awesome trip. I am very jealous. Those portuguese tarts (pasteis de nata) are my favorite. Caleb is so adorable. I agree with Natalie great pic of Lori and Caleb.
Hey Lori,
My dad is from Macau and I've been there too. It's such a neat place, glad you got to see it! Caleb is a sweetie, love the photo of you two. He's growing so fast! Looks like you guys are having a great time!
Jen
great picture of you and Caleb at the hotel
Maccau really does look like Portugal, having just returned from there. Everything from the exercise stations on the resort paths, the marble streets, and the (amazing!) egg pastries. Can't comment on the Vegas aspect. Perhaps this is a mini version of the future where many cultures meld into one...
Very interesting!
Jen
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