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The APPT Macau: The First Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament in China!
Hello All,
I'm pleased to announce the PokerStars.net APPT Macau: The Asian Poker Open – the first No-Limit Texas Hold'em Poker Tournament in China and the third of four major events during the first season of the Asia Pacific Poker Tour. The APPT Macau is scheduled from November 22-27 at the Grand Waldo Hotel & Casino and will include two significant tournaments as well as several smaller MTTs and satellites to the APPT Sydney in December. The dates to note are: <ul type="square"> [*]November 22 – Mega-satellites to the $2,500 Main Event & Opening night party[*]November 23-25 - $2,500 Main Event[*]November 26-27 - $15,000 High Rollers Event[*]Full schedule here: www.appt.com/tournaments/macau/schedule/ [/list]There will be LOTS of opportunities for players to qualify on PokerStars, through scheduled MTTs, the SNG Steps that launched a few days ago and a variety of freerolls. Also, tonight at 22:33 EST there will be an APPT-Macau Kickoff Special to get things started! It will have a $200+15 buy-in and a guarantee of 10 packages. The packages are worth $4,500 and include a $2,500 Main Event buy-in, 6 nights' accommodation at the Grand Waldo Hotel and $1,400 in travel expenses. The APPT Macau will be a landmark moment for poker in Asia and globally, as it will be the first government-sanctioned real-money poker tournament played in the People's Republic of China's Special Administrative Region of Macau. As many of you know, Macau is now the gaming capital of the world and we're bringing the sport of tournament poker there with this major event. Giving credit where credit is due, I would like to thank Mr. Matt Savage and Mr. Elton Sang for their hard work and diligence with the Macau Gaming Commission for obtaining approval to produce this event at the Grand Waldo. After our experiences in Korea and Philippines this year we certainly appreciate how challenging it can be to have the first poker tournament in any Asian country. Kudos to them for this huge achievement. Further to that, note that Matt Savage will be the Tournament Director for the Asian Poker Open and be responsible for the events. He will work with Mr. Danny McDonagh, Tournament Director for the APPT, to ensure the integrity of the game and a truly world-class poker experience for all players. I hope many of you join us for this historic event, and continue to support the Asia Pacific Poker Tour as we break new ground and bring poker to the rest of the world. Cheers, Jeffrey Haas President and co-founder, Asia Pacific Poker Tour http://www.appt.com Sarne Lightman Director of Marketing, PokerStars Asia Pacific Co-founder, Asia Pacific Poker Tour http://www.pokerstars.net |
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this could be a fun trip
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Also, tonight at 22:33 EST there will be an APPT-Macau Kickoff Special to get things started! It will have a $200+15 buy-in and a guarantee of 10 packages. The packages are worth $4,500 and include a $2,500 Main Event buy-in, 6 nights' accommodation at the Grand Waldo Hotel and $1,400 in travel expenses. [/ QUOTE ] cant find it on lobby..... |
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Tatsu,
I'm already booked for this event though i'll of course be playing sats on stars. I'm pretty excited for it BUT could you PLEASE PLEASE PLEEEEEEEEASE do something about the 15k structure? It's a [censored] disaster. Please consider making a last minute change, with a buy in of that size we deserve a chance to actually play poker. |
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Oh sorry, it looks like the structure you have proposed on the Stars site is an ENORMOUS improvement. Very well done and thank you.
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[ QUOTE ] Also, tonight at 22:33 EST there will be an APPT-Macau Kickoff Special to get things started! It will have a $200+15 buy-in and a guarantee of 10 packages. The packages are worth $4,500 and include a $2,500 Main Event buy-in, 6 nights' accommodation at the Grand Waldo Hotel and $1,400 in travel expenses. [/ QUOTE ] cant find it on lobby..... [/ QUOTE ] Tourney #65044409, Tourney/Special & Events/APPT tabs. All the best, Bryan S. Tournaments Administrator PokerStars Poker Room Management Team |
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Oh sorry, it looks like the structure you have proposed on the Stars site is an ENORMOUS improvement. Very well done and thank you. [/ QUOTE ] That's why it's great to have such notable Tournament Directors for the event. Matt Savage and Danny McDonagh working together will make it magic! [img]/images/graemlins/laugh.gif[/img] |
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Oh sorry, it looks like the structure you have proposed on the Stars site is an ENORMOUS improvement. Very well done and thank you. [/ QUOTE ] It's a big improvement Bond. However, it is still worse than the 2.5k tournament? Why? If I was playing, I would still request 25 / 50; 500 / 1000; 2500 / 5000; 5000 / 10000. |
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There will be $15,000 in starting chips for the High Roller Tournament.
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No cash games yet in Macau but we will have a full schedule anyway with satellites, Sit and Go's, and $500 tournaments daily. With the $2,500 Main Event and the $15,000 High Roller event both televised it will be a busy week.
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Hey Jeffrey/Matt,
These 2 tournaments sound amazing. There's a couple of things I'd like to address though.. since it seems like you guys are open to suggestions I'd like to echo Bond/LuckyLloyd's opinions above + some other things. I'm just gonna ramble so I'd like to apologize in advance.. The $2500 tourney looks amazing and seems more than generous in regards to the structure. With that in mind, the $15k event seems like it could be improved slightly. The addition of a 25/50 level would probably be the best thing to give the players more play early especially considering you're trying to market more to the Asian high rollers in the immediate area who might get a little angry if they bust in the first level or 2. The 500/1k + 2500/5k levels would also be amazing additions and I'm wondering why they aren't in the $15k structure like they are in the $2500. This is me being a nit though but it would be awesome if they were included too! [img]/images/graemlins/wink.gif[/img] The $15k event would entice a ton of players who play the tourney circuit regularly to make the trip (such as me), and probably at least 10-15 of my friends who would not have otherwise made it to a $2500 main event on the other side of the world. Also why isn't it a 3day tourney? You guys are probably expecting a very very small field but assuming high stakes cash games are available + some other reasonable comforts like reliable in-room internet (this is huge), upscale lodging, and good food then a ton of tourney circuit regs would definitely make the trip. I wouldn't make any over/under type bets but I definitely wouldn't be surprised if at least 75-100 people total would play in it. This # would depend greatly on if/how PokerStars ran satellites to the $15k, the willingness of local gamblers to risk $15k on the tourney, and a couple of other smaller variables but it isn't in the realm of possibility that a high turnout could be expected. I'm most excited to see how many locals would buyin to that tourney direct since it's the first of it's kind + such huge stakes in relation to the local currency. I don't usually make long posts or suggestions to tournaments but upon reading this thread today I got very very excited because this would be my first Macau trip and I instantly decided I'd want to play both regardless of any plans I might have had already. (just realized on a re-read of this post that I'd be missing Thanksgiving for these tourneys) Like I mentioned earlier, I could probably also get 10-15 of my friends who would be in the same camp as me as long as they were aware of what they were expecting once they made the long trip there and assured of a good structure for the $15k. Not trying to knock you guys or anything btw since Matt you've been doing a hell of a good job running tourneys, with the last one being Aruba that I played under your guidance. Thanks for reading my long post.. [img]/images/graemlins/smile.gif[/img] Alan Sass P.S. I'd love to hear some suggestions from Alan Goehring / Barry Greenstein about the $15k too if they happen to see this. EDIT: Any way to make this like Aruba and have the final 36 players be at 6 6max tables? Personally this is the best addition that I'd love to see because it creates so much more action and is more difficult to play in general for everyone. |
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No cash games yet in Macau but we will have a full schedule anyway with satellites, Sit and Go's, and $500 tournaments daily. With the $2,500 Main Event and the $15,000 High Roller event both televised it will be a busy week. Matt Savage [/ QUOTE ] No cash games? Rigged. [img]/images/graemlins/grin.gif[/img] What would the buyins be on the SNGs? Possible to have higher buyins? ie 1k/2k/5k, etc? |
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Thanks Alan and of course I always listen to players and like to think that I generally have some of the best structures out there like Bay 101, Aruba, and the 2004 WSOP structures. You are right that we are expecting 50-60 players for the $15,000 High Rollers Event but I would be thrilled with 100. Now here is the problem, it is a two day event due to the projected small field, the taping schedule works perfectly with most likely both days being covered, and $15,000 in chips will create two long days. I have been debating the 25-50 level and agree that it should be brought back. Keep posted and I will see what I can do
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Hi TheUsher,
There won't be any cash games because of how they are currently regulated in Macau. We are able to proceed with Single- and Multi-table tournaments during the 7-day event period, and they will be at a variety of stakes depending on demand. If enough players are interested in a 5K game, we'll start one. That being said, Grand Waldo Casino recently placed a Lightning Poker table on their gaming floor. When I was there yesterday they were spreading a low-stakes Limit Hold'em game, but that will likely change during the event (to a higher stakes game, likely No-Limit). For now, there aren't any live cash games in Macau, but I've heard that will change shortly (the subject of another post). As for why the $15K tournament won't be a 3-day event, you're right in that we don't expect a very large field. We're expecting between 200-250 players for the $2,500 Main Event (as it's only four weeks away now and we have limited time to promote the events) and between 30-60 for the High Rollers Event. If it seems like 75-100 people are going to play, as you surmise, then we'll consider alternate scheduling. Joe Hachem and a few other Team PokerStars players are confirmed for both tournaments, and we've heard from several other top professionals who are coming. Also, in response to BlueMan's comments, we know for certain that some of our favourite high-energy action-oriented players from the region will be playing. So I certainly think there's value to be had here, more than just being part of history! [img]/images/graemlins/smile.gif[/img] As for your comments/suggestions about structures, I'll leave that to Matt or Danny to respond to. Jeffrey |
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No cash games? Rigged. [img]/images/graemlins/grin.gif[/img] What would the buyins be on the SNGs? Possible to have higher buyins? ie 1k/2k/5k, etc?
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Thanks Alan and of course I always listen to players and like to think that I generally have some of the best structures out there like Bay 101, Aruba, and the 2004 WSOP structures. You are right that we are expecting 50-60 players for the $15,000 High Rollers Event but I would be thrilled with 100. Now here is the problem, it is a two day event due to the projected small field, the taping schedule works perfectly with most likely both days being covered, and $15,000 in chips will create two long days. I have been debating the 25-50 level and agree that it should be brought back. Keep posted and I will see what I can do Matt Savage [/ QUOTE ] Hey Matt, Yeah I definitely agree with you that your structures are amazing. I also played this year's Bay 101 and I was very excited when I heard that the structure was 6max play for the last 36 players. Not sure if you noticed a couple of my edits above but would it be possible to have the same thing for the $15k? Everyone would be playing more hands which would be a double benefit to both locals who would want to play more hands, and that it allows more skillful players to have a bigger edge late in the tourney. Obviously I'm saying 2 different things but my main point is that more hands would get played which everyone would like. Thanks a ton for the quick reply. |
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[ QUOTE ] Thanks Alan and of course I always listen to players and like to think that I generally have some of the best structures out there like Bay 101, Aruba, and the 2004 WSOP structures. You are right that we are expecting 50-60 players for the $15,000 High Rollers Event but I would be thrilled with 100. Now here is the problem, it is a two day event due to the projected small field, the taping schedule works perfectly with most likely both days being covered, and $15,000 in chips will create two long days. I have been debating the 25-50 level and agree that it should be brought back. Keep posted and I will see what I can do Matt Savage [/ QUOTE ] Yeah I definitely agree with you that your structures are amazing. I also played this year's Bay 101 and I was very excited when I heard that the structure was 6max play for the last 36 players. Not sure if you noticed a couple of my edits above but would it be possible to have the same thing for the $15k? Everyone would be playing more hands which would be a double benefit to both locals who would want to play more hands, and that it allows more skillful players to have a bigger edge late in the tourney. Obviously I'm saying 2 different things but my main point is that more hands would get played which everyone would like. Thanks a ton for the quick reply. [/ QUOTE ] Believe me that was what I wanted to do the problem is if we get 50 it might as well be a 6 handed event. I love the 6 handed format as it creates a different style of poker. And is very exciting for televised poker. Keep posted Matt |
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Hi TheUsher, There won't be any cash games because of how they are currently regulated in Macau. We are able to proceed with Single- and Multi-table tournaments during the 7-day event period, and they will be at a variety of stakes depending on demand. If enough players are interested in a 5K game, we'll start one. That being said, Grand Waldo Casino recently placed a Lightning Poker table on their gaming floor. When I was there yesterday they were spreading a low-stakes Limit Hold'em game, but that will likely change during the event (to a higher stakes game, likely No-Limit). For now, there aren't any live cash games in Macau, but I've heard that will change shortly (the subject of another post). As for why the $15K tournament won't be a 3-day event, you're right in that we don't expect a very large field. We're expecting between 200-250 players for the $2,500 Main Event (as it's only four weeks away now and we have limited time to promote the events) and between 30-60 for the High Rollers Event. If it seems like 75-100 people are going to play, as you surmise, then we'll consider alternate scheduling. Joe Hachem and a few other Team PokerStars players are confirmed for both tournaments, and we've heard from several other top professionals who are coming. Also, in response to BlueMan's comments, we know for certain that some of our favourite high-energy action-oriented players from the region will be playing. So I certainly think there's value to be had here, more than just being part of history! [img]/images/graemlins/smile.gif[/img] As for your comments/suggestions about structures, I'll leave that to Matt or Danny to respond to. Jeffrey [/ QUOTE ] Hey Jeffrey, Just read about the Lightning Poker tables. They look pretty nice but even regular poker tables would be amazing for SNGs, etc, and probably even preferred by many people instead of the Lightning Poker ones. Would Stars be running satellites for the $15k event? That would definitely increase turnout and guarantee seats in advance. What about live sats into the tourneys? Do those run at the casino there in advance? The $15k high buyin would attract many high rollers in the area such as businessmen/government types but would also alienate many people there because $15k is a massive amount in that area. I'd assume that interest is very high to play it but many locals just can't afford to direct buyin whereas they might gamble a few times on smaller buyin sats, if available. |
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BTW I don't know if anyone realizes it but there's 3 $15k tourneys in a span of 3 weeks. This one on November 26, the NPL Poker Open at Venetian in Vegas on December 3, and the Bellagio Five Diamond in Vegas on December 12. The end of the year is amazing. [img]/images/graemlins/smile.gif[/img]
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[ QUOTE ] Hi TheUsher, There won't be any cash games because of how they are currently regulated in Macau. We are able to proceed with Single- and Multi-table tournaments during the 7-day event period, and they will be at a variety of stakes depending on demand. If enough players are interested in a 5K game, we'll start one. That being said, Grand Waldo Casino recently placed a Lightning Poker table on their gaming floor. When I was there yesterday they were spreading a low-stakes Limit Hold'em game, but that will likely change during the event (to a higher stakes game, likely No-Limit). For now, there aren't any live cash games in Macau, but I've heard that will change shortly (the subject of another post). As for why the $15K tournament won't be a 3-day event, you're right in that we don't expect a very large field. We're expecting between 200-250 players for the $2,500 Main Event (as it's only four weeks away now and we have limited time to promote the events) and between 30-60 for the High Rollers Event. If it seems like 75-100 people are going to play, as you surmise, then we'll consider alternate scheduling. Joe Hachem and a few other Team PokerStars players are confirmed for both tournaments, and we've heard from several other top professionals who are coming. Also, in response to BlueMan's comments, we know for certain that some of our favourite high-energy action-oriented players from the region will be playing. So I certainly think there's value to be had here, more than just being part of history! [img]/images/graemlins/smile.gif[/img] As for your comments/suggestions about structures, I'll leave that to Matt or Danny to respond to. Jeffrey [/ QUOTE ] Hey Jeffrey, Just read about the Lightning Poker tables. They look pretty nice but even regular poker tables would be amazing for SNGs, etc, and probably even preferred by many people instead of the Lightning Poker ones. Would Stars be running satellites for the $15k event? That would definitely increase turnout and guarantee seats in advance. What about live sats into the tourneys? Do those run at the casino there in advance? The $15k high buyin would attract many high rollers in the area such as businessmen/government types but would also alienate many people there because $15k is a massive amount in that area. I'd assume that interest is very high to play it but many locals just can't afford to direct buyin whereas they might gamble a few times on smaller buyin sats, if available. [/ QUOTE ] Yes there will be Mega Satellites, One and Two Table Satellites for the $15,000 starting on the 22nd at the Grand Waldo. Matt |
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APPT Seoul was amazing guys, I sincerely hope I can make it out to this event as well.
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Usher, great suggestions and i support them in fully. I'd love to see some 6 max.
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is it 18 or 21 to play at macau's casinos?
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Where will the televised footage be shown? What channels, which regions, etc?
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One piece of advice regarding currency:
If you are traveling to Macau through the Hong Kong International Airport (transferring to the TurboJet Sea Express ferry, which does NOT require you to clear Hong Kong passport control), change a small amount of your currency in Hong Kong to Hong Kong dollars while you are waiting for your shuttle bus to the ferry terminal or while you are waiting for your ferry. Most establishments in Macau accept Hong Kong dollars at par versus the Macau Pacata, which is pegged to the Hong Kong dollar at a 1:1 ratio. The shuttle bus driver and the bell hop at the hotel who help you with your luggage expect to be tipped. HKD$10 (USD$1.30) is about right. When getting change in Macau, ask for change in Hong Kong Dollars rather than Macau Pacatas. If you were to end up with any Macau Pacatas at the end of your trip, change them before you leave Macau. Why? Banks in Hong Kong generally apply a 20% discount when they are asked to change Macau Pacatas back to Hong Kong Dollars. -- The two most common ways to get to Macau from the U.S.: 1. Fly nonstop to Hong Kong from either San Francisco (United, Cathay Pacific, or Singapore Airlines) or Los Angeles (Cathay Pacific) and transfer to the TurboJet Sea Express ferry at the Hong Kong Airport Ferry Terminal. 2. Fly EVA Air from San Francisco or Los Angeles to Taipei, and change to an EVA Air flight from Taipei to Macau. -- I personally will be going through Hong Kong on United. United's fare sale ends on October 31. |
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1. Fly nonstop to Hong Kong from either San Francisco (United, Cathay Pacific, or Singapore Airlines) or Los Angeles (Cathay Pacific) and transfer to the TurboJet Sea Express ferry at the Hong Kong Airport Ferry Terminal. [/ QUOTE ] How long does it take to get there on the ferry? |
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How long does it take to get there on the ferry? [/ QUOTE ] 45 Minutes |
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the_main,
I'm glad to hear you had a good time at the APPT Seoul. We're really happy with how that event worked out. garcia1000, The television footage will be shown in quite a few countries around the world. We'll announce details about that early in 2008. blueman, Thanks for your colourful suggestion about "a rule that players are allowed to bend and rip cards after a bad beat" like in baccarat when some players "mangle the cards when you get pissed and pound your chest and spew foam from your mouth when you win". We thought about it, but as we're going to be using plastic-laminated cards during the events I wouldn't want anyone to be injured while trying to tear the cards (and please don't try) or pounding their chest. But if you want to create a short modern dance piece interpreting that idea with paper cards, I'd love to see it on YouTube. All, Thanks so much for your interest in the APPT Macau and participation in satellite qualifiers on PokerStars. We already have 26 registered players for the $2,500 Main Event and 4 players for the $15,000. And judging by the buzz in Melbourne (I'm at the PokerNewsCup), both these games are going to be BIG. Exciting times. Cheers, Jeffrey http://www.appt.com |
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Tatsu, are you playing poker news cup ME? Do i know you down here? Were you at the party last night?
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United Airlines flies nonstop to Hong Kong from both Los Angeles (LAX) and San Francisco (SFO).
Lowest roundtrip fare from LAX (non-refundable economy class) booked directly from united.com is $612. Lowest fare from SFO? $662. Nonstop flight departs LAX or SFO late morning for early evening arrival in Hong Kong. United's trans-Pacific fare sale ends October 31. Cathay Pacific's economy class roundtrip fare to Hong Kong from either LAX or SFO is around $810 for evening arrival in Hong Kong, and around $900 for morning arrival in Hong Kong. --- For those who want to fly into Macau via Taipei, EVA Air is charging around $880 for non-refundable economy class roundtrip from either LAX or SFO with 14-day advance purchase. |
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Does anyone have an opinion on the hotel where the tournament is being played? Is it a really nice hotel, or just ok?
Through PS the rate looks to be only $100/night whereas Wynn is about $500/night. Assuming Wynn Macau is the same as Wynn Las Vegas, what Vegas hotel would the one where the tournament is being held compare to? How far is Wynn from the tournament? Thanks |
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The hotel is very nice. It is cheap because it is in a relatively out-of-the-way location. imo
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can someone price out a private jet from LA to macau?
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Does anyone have an opinion on the hotel where the tournament is being played? Is it a really nice hotel, or just ok? Through PS the rate looks to be only $100/night whereas Wynn is about $500/night. Assuming Wynn Macau is the same as Wynn Las Vegas, what Vegas hotel would the one where the tournament is being held compare to? How far is Wynn from the tournament? Thanks [/ QUOTE ] The Grand Waldo is very nice by Chinese standards, and the Wynn Macau is very nice by Western standards. They were build for different clientele and where you stay depends on what kind of experience you're looking for. For example, the Chinese food at the Grand Waldo is excellent, and I strongly recommend both the traditional Hot Pot restaurant on the 1st floor and the Dim Sum restaurant on the 2nd. At the Wynn, the Italian food on the first floor is great, and the market cafe serves good American coffee. If you develop that further, you'll get the differences. At the Grand Waldo we have a special rate for tournament qualifiers of $100/night inclusive of taxes and breakfast for one person (though double occupancy is fine), because we booked a very large block of rooms. If you wanted to stay at the Wynn, it would be about a 10-15 minute taxi ride from the GW and cost about 40 MOP (about $5 USD). Both venues have more Baccarat tables then you've likely seen in your life. [img]/images/graemlins/smile.gif[/img] |
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I'm like 95% going to this. I am hitting the satellites hard this week. If nothig else I'll buy directly in to a step 6.
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Does anyone have an opinion on the hotel where the tournament is being played? Is it a really nice hotel, or just ok? Through PS the rate looks to be only $100/night whereas Wynn is about $500/night. Assuming Wynn Macau is the same as Wynn Las Vegas, what Vegas hotel would the one where the tournament is being held compare to? How far is Wynn from the tournament? Thanks [/ QUOTE ] Keep in mind that Macau is more like Atlantic City than Las Vegas in terms of the safety. I have heard a handful of stories of taxi drivers in Macau ganging up with triads/organized crime to rob and beat up tourists. I was warned to take hotel-operated shuttle buses and to travel in groups whenever possible in order to avoid the riff-raff. -- The Wynn Macau and the Venetian Macau are "7-star" hotels by Chinese standards. (The new Venetian Macau on the "Cotai Strip" is within walking distance of the Grand Waldo, but NOT the Wynn Macau which is on the Macau Peninsula.) The Grand Waldo is a "5-star" property by Chinese standards, which means it is about a "3-star" property by U.S. standards (on par with Holiday Inn) (Motel 6 would be considered a "3-star" hotel by Chinese standards.) |
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