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Digital Nomad Life in Macau

By Betsy Burlingame

Summary: Macau is not a particularly popular destination for digital nomads, as it is a small city and the cost of living is quite high. The most popular cities for digital nomads are generally larger cities with more affordable living costs, such as Bangkok, Chiang Mai, and Ho Chi Minh City. Digital nomads may be attracted to Macau for its unique culture and history. Macau is a former Portuguese colony, and its culture is a mix of Chinese and Portuguese influences. The city is known for its casinos, nightlife, and luxury shopping. A digital nomad in Macau can expect to live on a monthly budget of around $2,000 USD. This budget should cover rent, food, transportation, and entertainment. The culture of Macau is a mix of Chinese and Portuguese influences. The city is known for its casinos, nightlife, and luxury shopping. The local cuisine is a mix of Chinese and Portuguese dishes, with popular dishes including pork chop buns, Portuguese egg tarts, and African chicken.

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How do I meet people in Macau?

When we asked people living in Macau about club and activities where newcomers can meet others, they responded:

"Expats in Macau often join clubs and activities such as sports teams, language classes, and cultural events. Expats can also meet people by attending networking events, joining online forums, or attending meetups. Additionally, many expats find it helpful to join local churches, volunteer organizations, or other social groups. Finally, many expats find it helpful to join expat-specific groups, such as the Macau Expat Network, which provides a platform for expats to connect and share experiences," remarked one foreigner who made the move to Macau.

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Betsy Burlingame Betsy Burlingame is one of the founders of Digital Nomad Exchange and the Founder and President of Expat Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange and Digital Nomad Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University with a BA in International Business and German.

Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.

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