Pros and Cons of Living in Macao
Last updated on Apr 20, 2023
Summary: The pros of living in Macao, China include its vibrant culture, excellent cuisine, and convenient transportation. Macao is also known for its low crime rate and high quality of life. Additionally, Macao is a great place to explore and experience the unique blend of Chinese and Portuguese cultures. On the other hand, the cons of living in Macao include its high cost of living, limited job opportunities, and lack of English-speaking locals. Additionally, Macao is a very small city, so it can be difficult to find activities to do outside of the casinos and tourist attractions.
What are the pros and cons of living in Macao?
Expats, digital nomads and retirees living in Macao responded:
"Expats and digital nomads in Macao appreciate the city's vibrant culture, with its mix of Portuguese and Chinese influences. They also enjoy the city's low cost of living, which makes it an attractive destination for those looking to stretch their budget. Additionally, Macao's convenient location makes it easy to explore the rest of China and the rest of Asia. On the downside, expats and digital nomads may find the language barrier a challenge, as English is not widely spoken in Macao. Additionally, the city's small size can make it difficult to find a wide variety of activities and entertainment," explained one expat living in Macao.
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Joshua Wood, LPC joined Expat Exchange in 2000 and serves as one of its Co-Presidents. He is also one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. Prior to Expat Exchange, Joshua worked for NBC Cable (MSNBC and CNBC Primetime). Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mr. Wood is also a licensed counselor and psychotherapist.
Some of Joshua's articles include Pros and Cons of Living in Portugal, 10 Best Places to Live in Ireland and Pros and Cons of Living in Uruguay. Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn.
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