More and more often when you talk to anyone who
knows anything about casinos and gambling you
will hear mention of Macau. This is fast
becoming the most popular destination for a
casino holiday, due to the close proximity to
Hong Kong for some great shopping and
sight-seeing. There are many beautiful
spots on Macau to visit as well, so your holiday
can be a lot more than just a chance to indulge
in a little gambling.
If you
want to stay in a location away from the
main hustle and bustle of the Coati Strip,
where the majority of the larger casino
hotels are located, you should head for
establishments on the south-eastern tip of
Coloane Island where you can enjoy a
peaceful stay overlooking the South China
Sea. And when you’re ready to enjoy an
evening of gambling you can take a taxi over
to the strip and enjoy the nightlife.
One major difference you will notice between
Las Vegas casinos and those in this gambling
haven is the frequent ringing of the bells
at the Sic Bo tables, which is an ancient
dice game incredibly popular with the locals.
The
former Portuguese enclave that is Macau has
seen some dramatic leaps in gross domestic
product over recent years, mainly due to
gambling revenues, and is forecast to
continue to grow over the next few years.
You may find it hard to believe but gambling
revenue in Macau has already overtaken that
of Las Vegas, so if you want to join in with
the fun of a casino holiday, and get a taste
of the oriental lifestyle at the same time
then you should make Macau your next holiday
destination. |
