Inside Asian Gaming

inside asian gaming JUNE 2015 14 I n a Macau where government decisions are considered the main reason for the yearlong decline in gaming revenue, Galaxy Entertainment Group’s US$3 billion expansion delivers much of what the authorities say they want. Now we’ll see if it’s also what customers want. Galaxy Macau Phase 2 and Broadway Macau kicked off the next wave of Cotai resort openings on 27th May. The expanded property provides one of the market’s broadest array of non-gaming attractions. New features improve Galaxy’s strengths, including its VIP appeal and wow factor Grand Resort Deck, while adding new dimensions. Three new hotels boost the resort’s room count to more than 3,800. Other key additions include a 3,000-seat theater, ESPA joining Banyan Tree as a second destination spa, plus vastly expanded retail, food and beverage options, including signature Macau items. Macau’s first resort opening since 2012, Galaxy Phase 2 and Broadway Macau, reflects government pressure to diversify beyond gaming By Muhammad Cohen Cover Story Political Designs june