I was trying to reach Macaus second fortress in Park Giua and made it to Vascot De Gama square named after a famous explorer. Somehow after the square I went the wrong way again. I was circling around the base of the fortress walls but there was no way in or up.After a while walking I realized I was going too far round. I could see the casinos and ferry area down below and wanted to go there but the wall was leading my too far around with no way out other than to...

This morning I slept in a bit after my early flight yesterday to rest up for my full day in Macau. I then headed over to the Macau ferry terminal. Last time I found it confusing as there is a massive shopping centre called Harbour City next door which is not the ferry terminal. That time in 2008 they were only selling one way tickets because a typhoon was going to hit by evening.The terminal was beside and I went up to the departure level to buy my tickets. It wa...

After lunch I tried to use my maps to orient myself and head to the historic part of town. I had wandered somewhat off course and these streets weren't even shown on the map. Eventually I oriented myself back and headed to Leal Senado the main historic street.At the top of the street is the Leal Senado which is the old parliament building. As you enter there is a courtyard and staircase leading up with blue tiled ceramics in the andalusian style I had seen in spa...

I dont usually do write ups on hostels and just mention them in passing but this was a unique family atmosphere that invites you in as one of their own. They are not a real family but close friends who have all developed very close friendships. They really enjoy working here and meeting foreigners and make you feel part of their inner group. They all speak good english which is a very big help. Two guides came with our group to the overnight grassland stay, Kwai ...

I dont usually do write ups on hostels and just mention them in passing but this was a unique family atmosphere that invites you in as one of their own. They are not a real family but close friends who have all developed very close friendships. They really enjoy working here and meeting foreigners and make you feel part of their inner group.They all speak good english which is a very big help. Two guides came with our group to the overnight grassland stay, Kwai a...