Industry authority recognizes excellence in hospitality and accommodation

Continuing their reputation as two of the world's leading integrated resorts, The Venetian® Macao and Sands® Macao have been awarded coveted spots among the Top 10 Platinum Resort Hotels and Top 10 Charm City Hotels by the International Hotel Forum Organization. The awards, which celebrate excellence in hospitality and accommodation, were presented at a ceremony in Chongqing, China, Nov. 19, 2014. The awards are considered the most authoritative, the most respected and the most prestigious in the hospitality industry in China.

The International Hotel Forum has been held annually since 2001 and is one of the most important events in the Chinese hotel industry. It gives special recognition to hotels in China that constantly deliver excellent guest experiences. After a rigorous selection process, The Venetian Macao and Sands Macao were named a Top 10 Platinum Resort Hotel and a Top 10 Charm City Hotel, respectively, by the judging panel, which firmly established both properties in the upper echelons of the global luxury hotel business.

“We are very pleased that the facilities and standards at both The Venetian Macao and Sands Macao have been recognized by the esteemed International Hotel Forum Organization. We think this is a testament to our commitment to consistently delivering the highest level of service excellence to our guests,” said Gunther Hatt, Executive Vice President of Operations, Sands China Ltd.

With 3,000 suites, The Venetian Macao features stunning replicas of the famous canals and architectural icons of Venice, Italy. Throughout the integrated resort, guests can enjoy world-class entertainment shows at the 15,000-seat Cotai Arena and 1,800-seat Venetian Theatre, dine at more than 30 restaurants including the Michelin-starred Indian restaurant Golden Peacock and explore more than 300 stores at Shoppes at Venetian. The Venetian Macao also has one of the largest convention, meeting and exhibition centres in Asia.

Sands Macao contains 289 suites which are decorated and furnished with modern and luxurious amenities. In addition to hotel accommodations, Sands Macao also includes restaurants, spa facilities, entertainment areas and other amenities. The dining venues feature popular regional cuisine and include Golden Court, a Cantonese restaurant; 888 Las Vegas-Style Buffet; and Copa Steakhouse, an upscale Western-style steakhouse, rated the best steakhouse in Hong Kong and Macao.

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About Sands® Macao

Opened in 2004, Sands® Macao is a world class hotel and entertainment complex with 289 luxury suites. Its stunning gold glass exterior houses a wide range of diversions including specialty restaurants, a heated outdoor swimming pool, deluxe spa and salon, conference and banquet facilities and unrivalled gaming excitement and live entertainment. It is also home to the Paiza Club: an invitation-only international VIP club with 51 premium suites with size, opulence and grandeur that rivals the best the world has to offer.

As the first hotel and entertainment complex in Macao owned and operated by an international operator, Sands Macao quickly set the benchmark for future developments in Macao.

For more information, please visit www.sandsmacao.com.

About The Venetian® Macao

Opened in 2007, The Venetian® Macao is Macao's first integrated resort featuring stunning replicas of the famous canals and architectural icons of Venice, Italy. The Venetian Macao features 3,000 suites, 1.2 million square feet (111,000 square metres) of convention and meeting facilities as well as a 15,000-seat Cotai Arena designed for world-class sports events and electrifying entertainment. The Venetian Macao is also home to the unique, 1,800-seat luxury Venetian Theatre, hosting the best in international and Chinese entertainment; more than 30 renowned restaurants; TAIVEXMALO Day Hospital & Spa; the incredibly fun QUBE indoor playground and more than 300 retailers at Shoppes at Venetian. Outdoor recreation areas include swimming pools and cabanas and a mini-golf course.

For more information, please visit www.venetianmacao.com.

Media contact:

Public Relations, Venetian Macau Limited

Lily Cheng

Tel: +853 8118 2013

Email: lily.sw.cheng@sands.com.mo

Lucas Chan

Tel: +853 8118 2624

Email: lucas.chan@sands.com.mo