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DIALING CODE
+853
CURRENCY
MOP1 = PHP5.11/US$0.12
TOUCHDOWN
Upon arriving in Macau,
board the Bus AP1 from the airport to
the Barrier Gate (China border). A taxi
ride into the city only takes 15 minutes
and will cost you around MOP40–50
(
PHP204–256).
SEE &DO
Aside from being the gambling
capital of Asia, Macau is known for its
scenic attractions. Walking through
Senado Square, St Paul Ruins and
Venetian Macau will make you feel like
you’re in Europe! Check out the many
museums and Chinese temples too, and
make sure to see Taipa Village.
SLEEP
Stay at Hotel Sintra. It is
conveniently located in the middle of
major businesses and tourist attractions.
EAT
Try the egg tarts at Margaret’s Café
e Nata and porkchop buns at Café Tai Lei
Loi Kei.
SHOP
Check out the shops at The
Boulevard in the City of Dreams.
INSIDER TIP
Take advantage of free
shuttle services that can take you to
popular destinations.
Cristina
Protacio
unit head for
corporate sales
CHINA
MACAU
DIALING CODE
+886 (2)
CURRENCY
NT$1 = PHP1.39/US$0.03
TOUCHDOWN
Taxis to the city will cost
you NT$1,100 (PHP1,533). Private bus
companies run trips from both terminals;
you’ll pay a more manageable NT$110–
140 (
PHP153–195). To get around, take
the MRT.
SEE &DO
Taipei promotes the arts
around the city and the Museum of
Contemporary Art (MOCA) is the hub of
modern art while the National Palace
Museum is the matron. Don’t miss the
Chiang Kai Shek Memorial at sundown to
watch the ceremony. Go temple-hopping
to admire the architecture.
SLEEP
Taipei Royal Hotel is a small
boutique hotel with modern furnishings
right in the middle of the city.
EAT
Don’t miss Din Tai Fung’s xiao long
bao, and try the milk tea at a bar in Chun
Shui Tang or Ten Ren.
SHOP
Head to the Shi Lin night market
for good finds.
INSIDER TIP
Get to the best destinations
in the city via the MRT lines with the
1/2/3/5-
day unlimited pass.
MJ Yap
ITservice
manager
TAIWAN
TAIPEI
The Buddha's birthday will be
celebrated in Macau on May 17.
DIDYOU
KNOW?
