If you have a spare day or two in Hong Kong, then you may want to pop over to Macao to experience the 'Las Vegas of Asia'. Whilst it may not be to some people's tastes, thoses who do enjoy the gambling (and smoking) will love the adventure it brings.
Jump on one of the regular ferry shuttle services from Hong Kong Island or even the airport and dart off to Macao in a quick shuttle ride. Those of you who have visited before will note that new hotels are popping up everywhere. This influx of capital means that top brand name hotels are moving in to get a slice of the pie. Before you travel, look for local adverts, websites and mailing lists and find out if any new hotels are opening. You may be able to get a room as part of a 'soft launch'. This allows you to test the hotel's facilities before the official launch date. Whilst not all things will be open and working (eg shops and restaurants), the rooms will be new and there should be a certain energy in the air. As an added bonus, you will get a deeply discounted room rate and may even be upgraded to experience and test out better rooms.
Google 'Macau hotel soft openings' for the latest information
Check out local press or contact the hotels directly
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