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Your New Year’s Eve Party Guide in Macau

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Bid adieu to the year in style. What makes every party a success?  Majestic views of fireworks, decadent dinners, and incredible performances. You know you can rely on us to come up with the ultimate party guide list to an unforgettable New Year’s Eve in Macau!

The Great Gatsby Countdown Party at The Ritz Carlton Macau

Travel back in time to the glitz and glamor of the 1920s as The Ritz-Carlton Bar & Lounge hosts The Great Gatsby Party for New Year’s Eve. Undeniably the grandest party in Macau, don your stylish outfit and dance the night away with your loved ones while enjoying tantalizing cocktails, delightful snacks and sensational live music by DJ Mistrezz C, the resident DJ of Ozone at The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong. It’s going to be one unforgettable affair.

The Ritz-Carlton Bar and Lounge 51F, The Ritz-Carlton Macau Galaxy Macau, Estrada da Baía da Nossa Senhora da Esperança, Cotai, +853 8886 6712 or email [email protected], www.ritzcarlton.com

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Mandarin Oriental

Vida Rica Bar is a constant favorite when it comes to majestic views of fireworks. Indulge in an extravagant array of international specialties and local favorites with the New Year’s Eve Countdown buffet at Vida Rica for MOP $688 per person plus 10% service charge. With a stunning view of the Nam Van Lake and sumptuous food on the table, Mandarin Oriental sure knows how to celebrate in style. Stand a chance to win a luxury stay at Mandarin Oriental’s sister hotels in Tokyo, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Jakarta, Guangzhou or Hong Kong when you dine at Vida Rica Bar, too.

Vida Rica Bar Mandarin Oriental Macau 945 Avenida Dr. Sun Yat Sen, NAPE, Macau, +853 8805 8928 or email [email protected]m, www.mandarinoriental.com

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The St. Regis Bar

If you want an intimate setting, slow beats of music to calm the end of 2017 then The St. Regis Bar is the perfect place to celebrate. The talented pianist and musician Aaron Lo will lead the countdown to the New Year at the bar, and in keeping with The St. Regis tradition, a Champagne sabering ritual is set to take place. There is no cost for entry and you can just stroll in the beautiful bar before the midnight countdown. Make a booking to ensure you have seats and tables, though.

The St. Regis Bar The St. Regis, Macao Estrada do Istmo, Cotai,+853 8113 3700, www.stresgismacao.com

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Grand Coloane Resort

Grand Coloane Resort is the ultimate holiday hideaway for the whole family and the perfect place to spend the New Year’s Eve dinner and then celebrate the Countdown @Fireplace.

Whether the youngsters are adventurous or fussy when it comes to mealtime, Café Panorama has ensured all taste buds are catered to on an extraordinary day. And for the special hours, singer Curtis Scott will be serenading the crowd to a beautiful medley to welcome the new year ahead. For MOP $588* per adult (MOP $688* for an extra glass of champagne) and MOP $288* per child (aged 12-18) for the New Year’s Eve “Crazy Hat” dinner buffet.

For extra MOP $188 join the “Crazy Hat” Party package @Fireplace.

You can also just join the “Crazy Hat” Countdown Party @Fireplace with free flow drinks from 10:00pm to 1:00am just for MOP $288** for adults and MOP $100** per child (aged 12-18).

Happy bellies all year round as they say if you start your year right!

*All prices are subject to 10% service charge; **all prices are subject to 10% service charge and 5% government tourism tax

Grand Coloane Resort 1918 Estrada de Hac Sa, Coloane, +853 8899 1127, [email protected], www.grandcoloane.com

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Whisky Bar

Decked in golden and gorgeous themed Christmas party and a SuperSTAR countdown party with live band “EVO” and superstar dance performances. This is the place for a chilled-out evening of celebrations. The Christmas Party
is priced at MOP $288 per person and includes two glasses of Champagne or same price of drinks on December 24, 2017. Don’t miss the New Year’s Eve Countdown Party priced at MOP $388 per person including two glasses of Champagne or same price of drinks only on December 31, 2017.

Whisky Bar 203, 2F, StarWorld Hotel, Avenida da Amizade, Macau, +853 8290 8698, www.starworldmacau.com

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Pacha Macau

It’s a circus party at Pacha Macau with special guests DJs. Step into a New Year full of surprises and fanfare. The countdown to 2018 is going to be out of this world with drink offers from 10:00pm to 12:00am and tickets at the door priced at MOP $450 plus one drink.

Pacha Macau Studio City, Estrada Flor de Lotus, Cotai, +853 8865 6699, www.studiocity-macau.com


MACAO’S 18TH ANNIVERSARY AND NYE FIREWORKS DISPLAY

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Now, for something low key yet equally memorable on New Year’s Eve, make your way to the vibrant surroundings of the Nam Van Lake for a magical view of the fantastic fireworks display. On the 18th Anniversary of the Establishment of the Macao, both locals and visitors can enjoy festive fireworks displays lighting up the night skies with spectacular pyrotechnics while enjoying the holiday vibes on the Macau Tower waterfront.

When: Wednesday, 9:00pm, December 20 and Sunday, 12:00 midnight, December 31 (New Year’s Eve)

Where: Nam Van Lake

How much: Free


Happy New Year from the Macau Lifestyle Team! Make sure to check our Events calendar for the best happenings in Macau.

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