Macao’s tourism sector has demonstrated extraordinary resilience and appeal during the recent New Year holiday period, with official data revealing record-breaking visitor numbers that underscore the region’s growing popularity as a premier travel destination. According to statistics released by Macao’s Public Security Police Force, the special administrative region witnessed an extraordinary influx of travelers between December 31, 2025, and January 4, 2026. The border checkpoints processed a staggering 3,807,706 inbound and outbound movements during this five-day period, highlighting the massive scale of holiday travel activity. The data further revealed that inbound visitor arrivals reached 766,240, demonstrating robust travel demand despite global economic uncertainties. The most remarkable milestone occurred on January 1st, when Macao’s border crossings achieved an unprecedented single-day record of 866,603 inbound and outbound trips. That same day, visitor arrivals peaked at 188,036—the highest number ever recorded for New Year’s Day in Macao’s history. This exceptional holiday performance builds upon an already record-shattering year for Macao’s tourism industry. Preliminary annual figures for 2025 indicate total visitor arrivals reached 40.06 million, establishing a new benchmark for the region’s tourism sector and signaling a complete recovery from previous pandemic-related disruptions. The consistent growth trajectory positions Macao as one of Asia’s most dynamic and resilient tourism markets, with the New Year surge serving as a strong indicator of continued expansion in 2026.