Celebrate CNY at Galaxy’s properties

Galaxy Macau, StarWorld Hotel and Broadway Macau in Cotai are set to host a raft of festive activities and offers for the Chinese New Year (CNY), according to a statement from the integrated resort (IR) operator on Thursday.The “New Year Getaway Spectacular Offer” starts from 638 patacas per night, and enables guests to immerse themselves in five-star indulgence at Andaz Macau or Broadway Hotel, the statement said, with official site members able to enjoy instant savings.Meanwhile, the

January 15, 2024 | BY Rui Pastorin

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Dow Jones names Sands China in sustainability indices

Sands China has recently been listed again by Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI) in its DJSI World for the second consecutive year, and the DJSI Asia Pacific indices for the third consecutive year, according to a statement from the integrated resort (IR) operator earlier this week.The statement noted that the company is one of two integrated resort operators in DJSI World for 2023, alongside parent company Las Vegas Sands Corp. (LVS), and is the only integrated resort operator listed in

January 5, 2024 | BY Rui Pastorin

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MGM, Tan Dun present ‘Buddha Passion’

“Buddha Passion” was presented by MGM and renowned Chinese-born American conductor and composer Tan Dun (谭盾) at the MGM Theatre in cotai on Monday and Tuesday, marking its first showing in Macau, the integrated resort operator said in a statement on Wednesday.The statement noted that the two-day event was a tribute to the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) and the 25th anniversary of Macau’s return to the motherland, apart from having been an

January 5, 2024 | BY Rui Pastorin

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Wynn Macau named ‘Responsible Gambling Model Unit’

Wynn Macau has been officially certified as a “Responsible Gambling Model Unit” for its commitment towards promoting responsible gaming to the local community and its staff, according to a statement from the integrated resort (IR) operator.The company has recently been presented with the “Macau Responsible Gambling Trainer” and “Macau Responsible Gambling Advisor” certificates during the “Responsible Gambling Promotions 2023 – Seeking Help for Winning the Future” closing

January 5, 2024 | BY Rui Pastorin

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MGM to welcome Chinese New Year with A-Lin concert

Integrated resort (IR) operator MGM said in a recent statement that it will welcome the Year of the Dragon with a two-night concert entitled “A-Lin Chinese New Year Music Show at MGM” by Taiwanese singer A-Lin (黃麗玲)  on February 12-13 at the MGM Theatre at MGM COTAI.The statement noted that the performance is slated to take place on the third and fourth day of the Chinese New Year (CNY). The venue is set to feature “dazzling visuals and sensational performances”.The statement

December 29, 2023 | BY Rui Pastorin

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JW Marriott Hotel & The Ritz-Carlton stop single-use shower toiletry bottles

JW Marriott Hotel Macau and The Ritz-Carlton, Macau at Galaxy Macau in Cotai are reinforcing their commitment to sustainability through the initiative to eliminate single-use shower toiletry bottles from hotel guestrooms, which it has already completed, the hotel operator said in a statement on Wednesday.The statement noted that the sustainability-driven effort is “in line with Marriott International’s commitment to environmental stewardship, showcasing the properties’ dedication to

December 29, 2023 | BY Rui Pastorin

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Wynn hosts 4th New Era Int’l Film Festival

The 4th New Era International Film Festival Golden Flowering Awards Ceremony was hosted at Wynn Palace on December 20, honouring the best Chinese-language movies of 2023, according to a recent statement from Wynn Resorts.The statement noted that the event was hosted by the integrated resort (IR) operator in conjunction with 1978 Excellence Awards, SAIC Volkswagen and Lotus TV. The award ceremony honoured popular 2023 Chinese-language films including “Creation of the Gods” and “No More

December 29, 2023 | BY Rui Pastorin

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Sands garners 5 Top 10 rankings in CUHK Business Sustainability Indices

Sands China has recently garnered five Top 10 rankings in this year’s Business Sustainability Indices (BSI), including a Top 5 ranking in the 3rd Greater China Hotel Business Sustainability Index (Hotel BSI), the integrated resort (IR) operator said in a statement earlier this week. The statement noted that the BSI rankings were launched in 2015 and are determined by the Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) each year, promoting business practices that contribute to positive social and

December 29, 2023 | BY Rui Pastorin

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Melco named among top 10 most sustainable hospitality companies

Melco Resorts & Entertainment has recently been named one of the top 10 most sustainable hospitality companies in the “3rd Greater China Hotel Business Sustainability Index” (Hotel BSI), according to a statement from the integrated resort operator last week. The term “Greater China” comprises the four Chinese regions of the mainland, Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Macau. The statement noted that the index was launched by the Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK)

December 11, 2023 | BY Rui Pastorin

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Sands China inks partnership with Tencent Video & Maoyan

Local integrated resort operator Sands China said in a statement last week that it has recently entered into a strategic partnership with Tencent Video and Maoyan Entertainment, with the three companies leveraging their “respective strengths to foster comprehensive and in-depth cooperation”, adding that there will be initiatives that will provide continued support for the diversification of Macau’s tourism industry and further enhance its positioning as a premium destination.Tencent Video

December 11, 2023 | BY Rui Pastorin

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GEG holds U-LEAD graduation ceremony & community tourism seminars

Galaxy Entertainment Group (GEG) said in a recent statement that it has held its “U-LEAD Programme 2023 Graduation Ceremony” for interns who completed the programme and also hosted community tourism training seminars at the Galaxy International Convention Centre (GICC) in Cotai.The statement noted that the integrated resort (IR) operator relaunched its U-LEAD Graduate Internship Programme in support of the Labour Affairs Bureau’s (DSAL) Internship Career Experiencing programme for the

December 11, 2023 | BY Rui Pastorin

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Sands China pays tribute to staff in ‘Because We Care’ annual awards

Integrated resort operator Sands China said in a statement yesterday that outstanding staff members were awarded at the Because We Care Team Member Annual Awards Ceremony 2023, which was held on November 22 at The Venetian Macao. The statement noted that the awards “recognise individuals and teams who embody the cultural values of Sands China’s Because We Care service philosophy, demonstrating exceptional dedication and excellence”. Inaugurated in 2013, the awards honour staff who

December 1, 2023 | BY Rui Pastorin

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SJM, UM host month-long tennis camp for young players

SJM Resorts said in a recent statement that it hosted a complimentary month-long “Advanced Tennis Camp” at the University of Macau (UM) for young athletes in anticipation of the upcoming “2023 CTA Tour SJM Professional Finals (Macau) and National Tennis Championships” this month.The camp, which is follows the success of the two-week summer “Tennis Experience Camp”, was hosted in collaboration with UM’s Office of Sports Affairs and aimed to “deepen young athletes’ enthusiasm

December 1, 2023 | BY Rui Pastorin

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MGM COTAI to host Burno Mars concert in January

Award-winning singer-songwriter Bruno Mars is slated to hold a one-night-only concert at the roof terrace of MGM COTAI on January 6, according to an MGM statement earlier this week.Offering an outdoor music experience, the integrated resort operator said that the concert, titled “The One & Only Night” Bruno Mars Concert, follows Mars’ sold-out shows at MGM Resorts’ Dolby Live Theatre in Las Vegas.The statement noted that the musician is a 15-time Grammy Awards-winner and is set to

December 1, 2023 | BY Rui Pastorin

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