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'Las Vegas of Asia': Macau's glitz finds favor with Korean tourists

Macau is no longer simply known as a gambling mecca. In the post-pandemic era, the Chinese special administrative region has emerged as an appealing tourist site to those seeking an upscale travel experience, and Koreans sit toward top of that list.

2025-03-22

Hiroshima Dragonflies named EASL champions under the lights in Macau

The Hiroshima Dragonflies beat the Taoyuan Pauian Pilots 72-68 in a tight 2024-25 EASL final at Studio City Event Center in Macau on Sunday, hitting the Asian basketball jackpot in a city better known for slot machines than sports events

2025-03-10

Final four of East Asia Super League a slam dunk for Macau

Studio City Senior Vice President and General Manager Kevin Benning said the East Asia Super League final four is proof that Macau can grow beyond the gambling business and into an Asian sports hub.

2025-03-09

H'2.0': Macau's highly acclaimed show 'House of Dancing Water' levels up for relaunch

The long-awaited relaunch of Macau’s extravagant and highly acclaimed aquatic show, “House of Dancing Water,” is officially slated for May, with the artistic director Giuliano Peparini calling it a “2.0 experience.”

2025-03-07

Busan KCC Egis go down 111-97 to Macau Black Bears in East Asia Super League

Busan KCC Egis lost their first East Asia Super League (EASL) game 111-97 to the Macau Black Bears at the Studio City Event Center in Macau on Wednesday.

2024-11-07

Korean Air to launch new route to Macau

Korea's flag carrier is opening a new route to Macau as it continues to expand its destinations to meet demand.

2024-04-26

(G)I-DLE adds Singapore and Macau shows to world tour

Girl group (G)I-DLE added stops in Singapore and Macau to its ongoing world tour, “I am FREE-TY.” In addition to the 21 performances already announced, the girl group will perform in Macau on Oct. 14 followed by performances in Singapore ...

2023-07-19

Boy band Treasure adds Hong Kong performance to upcoming Asian tour

Treasure will expand its Asian tour schedule with the addition of a performance in Hong Kong on May 20, according to YG Entertainment Thursday.

2023-01-05

Visa-free entry fully resumed for Japan, Taiwan, Macau visitors

Visa-free entry for visitors from Japan, Taiwan and Macau will be made permanent in November, ending what had been a temporary resumption of their visa-free privileges.

2022-10-19

Korea to extend visa-free entry for tourists from Japan, Taiwan, Macau until October

Korea will extend its temporary visa waiver program for travelers from Japan, Taiwan and Macau through October, the Culture Ministry said Wednesday, a measure believed to be linked to an upcoming BTS concert.

2022-08-31