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Must-Visit Macau Christmas Itinerary

Experience European romance in Macau this Christmas season🎄 Strolling through Portuguese-style architecture feels like an instant teleport to European streets, with the festive atmosphere dialed up to the max! 🚶‍♀️3-Day Itinerary Recommendation: Day1: 📍Ruins of St. Paul's: Macau's landmark must-visit spot with enchanting Christmas decorations. Visit in the morning to avoid crowds for perfect photos📸 📍Lover's Lane: Right next to Ruins of St. Paul's, the colorful houses paired with Christmas lights create a dreamy setting - a couples' photo hotspot💕 📍Senado Square: The square's Christmas tree and light show are magical, especially breathtaking at night✨ Day2: 📍Coloane Island: Wander through the colorful fishing village - home to Lord Stow's original egg tart shop! Worth the queue🍮 📍Hac Sa Beach: Peaceful black sand beach in December (bring a jacket for the sea breeze) with unique dark sand🌊 📍Parisian Macao's Eiffel Tower: Evening lights create ultimate romance, with a stunning Christmas tree adorned with 8,000+ bulbs🗼 Day3: 📍Rua do Cunha: Foodie paradise! Loads of Christmas specials - try Mok Yi Kei's ice cream and Tai Lei Loi Kei's pork chop buns🍔 📍The Venetian Macao: Indoor canals with Christmas decor, gondoliers even sing carols🛶 📍City of Dreams: Spectacular night views from the figure-8 Ferris wheel, plus special Christmas light shows🎡 🍽Foodie Easter Eggs: ✅Margaret's Egg Tarts: Crispier than Lord Stow's, near Avenida de Almeida Ribeiro ✅Wong Chi Kei Wonton Noodles: 70-year-old institution with heavenly shrimp wontons ✅Tai Lei Loi Kei Pork Chop Buns: Crunchy outside, fluffy inside with ultra-juicy pork 📸Photo Tips: 1. Wear red/green to complement Christmas decor 2. Venetian's 3rd-floor Grand Canal spot has fewest crowds 3. Best Eiffel Tower shots between 4-6pm (day+night views) 🏨Accommodation Tips: ✅Near Lisboa Hotel/Avenida de Almeida Ribeiro: Best for old town exploration ✅Cotai Strip hotel zone: Perfect for luxury Christmas vibes
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