Content Writer: Janice Chew • Saturday, 25/10/2025 - 15:05:14 - PM
Macau has recorded a strong start to the October Golden Week holiday, welcoming more than 303,000 visitor arrivals across its border checkpoints over the first two days. The tally reflects renewed travel momentum following eased entry measures and pent-up demand for short-term travel in the Greater Bay Area.
On the first day, Macau received 138,339 arrivals, marking a surge of 58.1 % compared to the same day last year, with mainland China and Hong Kong markets dominating the inflow. The second day saw 165,900 arrivals, pushing the cumulative figure past 300,000. These volumes rank among the highest post-pandemic daily numbers recorded in Macau.
The early success underscores optimism about the full Golden Week stretch. Macau’s tourism authorities project that over 1.2 million visitors could arrive during the eight-day holiday period, averaging about 150,000 per day—a figure that would exceed last year’s daily average of 140,000 arrivals. This outlook is supported by measures that facilitate repeat and cross-border travel, such as relaxed multiple-entry permits for Zhuhai and Hengqin residents.
Given the brisk visitor inflow, demand for hotel rooms is expected to remain high, with occupancy rates projected to exceed 90 % during the peak period. Analysts also anticipate a boost in gaming revenues and non-gaming spend, helped by innovations in table technology and side bets that can accelerate throughput in Macau’s casinos. Authorities are preparing by activating pedestrian-only zones, matched with cultural events and night markets to encourage dispersal of visitors beyond conventional tourist hubs.
