To many, Macau is a paradise for lovers of gambling and a place where East meets the West in a fusion of different cultures. But the magic of the destination's various historic sites is also combined with the neon lights of gambling facilities, at the newest Las Vegas-style resorts, Spas and boutiques.

Stroll through Fisherman's Wharf The newest of Macau's attractions, Fisherman's Wharf is a themed park, divided into different port towns. One can escape to Cape Town, Amsterdam or the Italian Riviera in the same evening. The Dynasty Wharf, for example, replicates the time of the Tang Dynasty, offering tranquil Chinese kiosks and tea parlors.

AmCham organized a tour yesterday to take its members to Evergreen Aviation Technologies Corp., the Taoyuan Free Trade Zone (courtesy of FarGlory Co.), the Datan Thermal Power Plant and the Taoyuan High-Tech Industrial Park (courtesy of Asia Pacific Development Co.).

In a fitting end to the 2007 golfing season, the International Golf Society of Taipei (IGST) held its AGM and Prize Giving Banquet in style at the Grand Hyatt last Saturday.

The International Holiday Luncheon was quite a success if money raised and happy faces are anything to go by. The group brought in more than NT$67,000, this year with NT$20,000 being slipped in by special group donor. The event, the third of its kind, was held Dec. 6 at the American Club.

The fourth annual All Chambers Golf Tournament was held recently at Miramar Golf Club. Four teams, representing the British Chamber of Commerce, European Chamber of Commerce, Australia/New Zealand Chamber of Commerce and a combined American Chamber of Commerce and Canadian Society team, vied for top honors.

Buddhism has been a defining force in His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej's life, a bedrock faith that has guided him in his actions and enabled him to remain tranquil in times of stress.

Section 9 of the Thai Constitution states that "the King is a Buddhist and Upholder of all Religions."

For the Thai people, Dec. 5 is a special day, not only to celebrate His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej's Birthday Anniversary but also our National Day.

Nine unique projects initiated by His Majesty the King and members of the Thai Royal Family over many years are now being marketed as part of celebrations marking the 80th birthday of His Majesty the King this year.