Winter in Venice Returns to The Venetian Macao Family-friendly fun this winter season brings a winter never like before

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1 Press Release Winter in Venice Returns to The Venetian Macao Family-friendly fun this winter season brings a winter never like before (Macao, Dec. 3, 2014) Winter in Venice will return once again to The Venetian Macao. Supported by the Macau Government Tourist Office (MGTO), the winter extravaganza is returning for its third triumphant year at The Venetian Macao from Dec. 3, 2014 to Jan. 4, Visitors to Winter in Venice can look forward to the latest addition to the show - Infinity Bounce Trampoline Spectacular. The trampoline-centric show combines computer controlled LED suits with stunning interactive lighting. Then there is the dazzling 3-D light and sound spectacular Seasons of Wonder, which will once again delight audiences by projecting a stunning light show onto the façade of The Venetian Macao. The outdoor area of The Venetian Macao will be transformed into a stunning outdoor winter fairyland dusted with artificial snow and featuring a 50-foot-tall Christmas tree, an ice-skating rink, non-stop live entertainment and winter food delicacies. Winter in Venice is a free-admission event. The festival s opening ceremony was held outside The Venetian Macao s main entrance Wednesday evening among a crowd of visitors. Maria Helena de Senna Fernandes, Director of the Macau Government Tourist Office, and Mr. Gunther Hatt, Executive Vice President of Operations, Sands China Ltd. presided over the ceremony. Entertainment included an exciting acrobatic aerial performance by Kinetix, and the Venetian Opening Parade Spectacular featuring dozens of costumed characters performing a choreographed routine to a medley of Christmas music. Sands China is proud to present our signature seasonal extravaganza, Winter in Venice, which has returned to the Venetian Macao for its third year, said Mr. Gunther Hatt, Familyfriendly events like Winter in Venice are also part of our contribution to making Macao into a world centre of tourism and leisure. Page 1 of 5

Supported by the Macau Government Tourist Office (MGTO), the winter extravaganza is returning for its third triumphant year at The Venetian Macao from Dec. 3, 2014 to Jan. 4, 2015.

2 Must-sees of Winter in Venice this year include Infinity Bounce Trampoline Spectacular, a hi-tech trampoline show that will see award-winning trampoline artists dressed in custommade LED suits and providing a one-of-a-kind performance in the unique venue every hour from 7:30pm to 9:30pm. Riding on the success last year, the Seasons of Wonder 3-D light and sound spectacular will be back this year. The dazzling festive show, which is powered by digital video mapping technology, takes visitors to a wintry journey themed around Winter in Venice. This nightly event involves projecting images onto the The Venetian Macao s 43,000-square-feet façade every hour from 6 to 10 p.m. On top of Winter in Venice, guests can also visit Penguins Undercover Ice World with the DreamWorks Gang-- Asia s biggest indoor ice sculpture exhibition, which is hosted at The Venetian Macao s Cotai Expo Hall F from now until Mar. 8, 2015 for the fourth successive year. Visitors can witness ice renderings of Italian piazzas, bridges over canals and singing gondoliers, before meeting up with all-ice versions of the much-loved characters from Shrek, King Julien, Alex the lion and the Zoosters from Madagascar, Hiccup, Toothless and all of their Viking friends on the Isle of Berk from the How to Train Your Dragon franchise, and Po from Kung Fu Panda. Winter in Venice Photo Competition This year s photo competition gives both Macao locals and overseas visitors a chance to capture their favourite magical moments from the events and attractions of Winter in Venice through the artistic view of their camera lenses, for a shot at the top prize of MOP 10,000. Photos can be submitted from Dec. 22, 2014 to Jan. 10, 2015 with the winning results announced Jan. 28, The winning photos will be displayed at the Winter in Venice Photo Exhibition at The Venetian Macao. More information about the competition requirements, entry collection points and the entry forms can be found at official website of The Venetian Macao ( Winter of Riches The largest duty-free luxury shopping experience in Macao will welcome shoppers with an enjoyable Winter of Riches shopping experience this holiday season. Visitors can enjoy photo opportunities with a stunning collection of polar bears and Santa Claus from now until Jan 5, In addition, shoppers who spend MOP 3,000 at any retailer within Shoppes at Four Seasons, Shoppes at Venetian and Shoppes at Cotai Central will receive a MOP 200 Winter Shopping Voucher to spend at selected retailers within Shoppes at Cotai Central. In addition to this lucky draw tickets are being distributed throughout the three interconnected malls until Dec. 24. The grand prize is a one-night stay at The Venetian Macao. Page 2 of 5

Riding on the success last year, the Seasons of Wonder 3-D light and sound spectacular will be back this year.

3 Savour the Flavour of Christmas and New Year The Venetian Macao, Sands Cotai Central and Sands Macao have a range of festive dining promotions across six award-winning restaurants to ensure guests make the most of this holiday season. Come and celebrate with your loved ones during the festive season as a well-earned reward for a busy year. Check out the promotion details at the official websites of each property. Wintry Entertainment at The Venetian Macao A fantastic line-up of winter concerts and shows includes Be Three Grasshopper in Concert Macao, The Count Basie Orchestra, Tan Dun Martial Arts Trilogy, Show Lo 2014 Over the Limit - Dance Soul Returns World Live Tour and The Smurfs Live On Stage The Smurfs Save Spring in December. Venetian Bed and Breakfast Package Complementing these festive events, the Venetian Bed and Breakfast Package is available this winter, offering an opportunity to experience the iconic integrated resort s renowned service and amenities. Rates start at HKD1,898 * for stays until Feb. 28, 2015, with bookings available online at via travel agents, or by phone at (Macao), (Hong Kong toll-free), (China toll-free) and (India toll-free). Visitors to The Venetian Macao will want to mark their calendars now for the wealth of activities and attractions on offer at Winter in Venice this year. To read more information about Winter in Venice, please visit the official website of The Venetian Macao at * All rates are in MOP/HKD and subject to 5% government tax and 10% service charge. Terms and conditions apply. Page 3 of 5

Check out the promotion details at the official websites of each property.

4 Photo caption: Mr. Gunther Hatt, Executive Vice President of Operations, Sands China Ltd. (left) and Maria Helena de Senna Fernandes, Director of the Macau Government Tourist Office (right), open Winter in Venice Wednesday at The Venetian Macao. A variety of seasonal activities and events are available until Jan. 4, 2015 throughout The Venetian Macao. Photo caption: One of the must-sees of Winter in Venice is Infinity Bounce Trampoline Spectacular, a live trampoline performance was shown outside The Venetian Macao s main entrance Wednesday at the opening ceremony of Winter in Venice. Photo caption: A dizzying array of artists and performers appear at the opening ceremony of Winter in Venice Wednesday at The Venetian Macao. Page 4 of 5

A variety of seasonal activities and events are available until Jan. 4, 2015 throughout The Venetian Macao.

5 Photo caption: Winter in Venice at The Venetian Macao includes one of the world's biggest outdoor 3-D light and sound shows, "Seasons of Wonder," projected on its exterior façade using innovative digital video mapping technology, spanning over 43,000 square feet. For high resolution photos, please access one of the following: Via Web browser: ### 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 Page 5 of 5

com/winterinvenice ### 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

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