Participants Info
The 15th CCF International Conference on Natural Language Processing and Chinese Computing
Venue
Galaxy International Convention Center
Address: Galaxy Macau, Cotai, Macau
Website: galaxymacau.com/mice/gicc
Galaxy International Convention Center (GICC) is the latest addition to Galaxy Entertainment Group's ever-expanding integrated resort precinct and will usher in a new era for the MICE industry in Macau.
GICC — Asia's most iconic and advanced MICE destination — is a world-class event venue featuring 40,000 sqm of total flexible MICE space that can cater for up to 8,500 banquet guests, or cocktail parties for as many as 16,000 guests. The 10,000-sqm pillar-less exhibition hall located on the ground floor can accommodate up to 7,000 delegates.
Conveniently located within GICC, the 16,000-seat Galaxy Arena is the largest indoor arena in Macau and where spectacular events come to life — from world concert tours to thrilling fight nights, every guest at Galaxy Arena will enjoy 360° unobstructed views and high quality surround sound.
Hotel
Andaz Macau
Website: galaxymacau.com/hotels/andaz-macau
Booking for Andaz Macau: coming soon!
Andaz Macau — a vibrant lifestyle hotel rooted in local art and culture — is opened with Asia's most iconic and advanced MICE destination, Galaxy International Convention Center (GICC) and the spectacular events venue, 16,000-seat Galaxy Arena. Andaz Macau will offer over 700 uniquely appointed rooms and suites and will feature a dedicated check-in lounge catering to large MICE groups, an Andaz lounge, a bar and restaurant, state-of-the-art fitness center and an indoor pool.
Andaz Macau will bring the distinctive Andaz style to Macau, immersing business and leisure guests in a stimulating environment inspired by the city's colorful heritage that is a blend of Chinese and Portuguese cultures.
Broadway Hotel
Website: broadwaymacau.com.mo
Booking for Broadway Hotel: coming soon!
Broadway Hotel is an exquisitely designed boutique hotel boasting 180-degree river views overlooking the Pearl River Delta. Home to 314 rooms and suites, guests of Broadway Hotel will experience attentive, thoughtful and personalized services throughout their stay. Guests may also enjoy unlimited access to the hotel swimming pool, the gym, Broadway Food Street and the Grand Resort Deck at Galaxy Macau.
Transport
Macau is easy to travel to. For more information, please visit galaxyresorts.com.cn/getting-here or galaxymacau.com/getting-here.
From Macau Airport / Ferry Terminal
By Taxi
By Bus
- Take bus to Galaxy International Convention Center (6 MOP per ride, cash recommended).
- Bus routes: dsat.gov.mo
Complimentary Shuttle Bus
| Location | To Galaxy | From Galaxy | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Border Gate | 09:00 - 23:30 | 09:00 - 23:30 | 5-10 min |
| Taipa Ferry Terminal | 09:00 - 23:00 | 09:15 - 23:15 | 10-20 min |
| Macau Int'l Airport | 10:00 - 21:00 | 10:15 - 20:45 | 35 min |
| Hengqin Port | 09:00 - 22:00 | 09:15 - 21:45 | 10-15 min |
| Andaz / Broadway Macau | 09:00 - 02:00 | 09:00 - 02:00 | 10-20 min |
| HK-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge | 10:00 - 22:00 | 10:00 - 22:00 | 10-25 min |
| StarWorld / Macau Ferry | 09:30 - 22:00 | 09:30 - 22:00 | 5-10 min |
* Passengers at Taipa Ferry Terminal can connect to HK-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge (10:00 - 20:00).
* Passengers can take the Andaz Macau shuttle at Diamond Lobby or Crystal Lobby.
* Free parking available at the East Car Park of HZMB Macao Frontier Post.
What to do in Macau
View the Vibrant Macao at macaotourism.gov.mo.
Located on the western bank of the Pearl River Delta in southern Guangdong Province, People's Republic of China, Macao adjoins the Mainland city of Zhuhai and lies some 60 kilometres to the west of Hong Kong. Macao comprises Macao Peninsula, Taipa and Coloane. Macao Peninsula is the hub of the territory and is connected to Taipa by three bridges.
The Portuguese arrived and settled in Macao in the mid 16th Century. Thus, the city's architecture, art, religion, traditions, food and community reflect the integration of Chinese, Western and Portuguese cultures. Macao became a Special Administrative Region (SAR) of the People's Republic of China on 20th December 1999. In 2005, The Historic Centre of Macao was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
Macao is eight hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT+8). Chinese and Portuguese are the official languages while Cantonese is most widely spoken. English is generally used in trade, tourism and commerce.
Currency
- Pataca (MOP) is the official currency, linked to HKD. MOP 8.00 ≈ USD 1.00
- Exchange available at airports, piers, hotels, and banks.
- UnionPay, Visa, Mastercard, AmEx, JCB widely accepted. Alipay becoming common.
Water & Electricity
- Purified water from Mainland China. Distilled water in all hotels and restaurants.
- Electricity: 230V, 50Hz. Three-pin square-shaped plugs.
Healthcare
For medical treatment or consultation, visit Macao Tourism Healthcare Info.
Climate & Clothing
- Temperate year-round. Average temperature ~23℃ (73℉), range 20-26℃.
- Average relative humidity: 79%.
- Winter (Dec-Mar) can be cool — bring a jacket or overcoat.
Telephone Service
- Country code: 853. Outgoing international code: 00.
- Tourism Hotline: +853 2833 3000 (restaurants, hotels, transport, sightseeing, etc.)