Marina Bay Sands Singapore

Went to the Marina Bay Sands hotel the other day as a guest (of a guest. No, we did not stay there, and I don't care if you call me tight. But if some generous soul or corporate were to offer .....) The Sands is a very impressive place indeed, designed, as all integrated casinos are, to reduce the overall wealth of their guests, with luxury shops and restaurants just about in every direction.

The rooms are huge and well appointed as befitting a hotel of this class. Views of the Singapore skyline out of the full length windows are simply spectacular. (Apologies for the poor quality attempt at a panoramic shot from my 2+ year old iPhone)

One of the drawcards of the hotel is the infinity pool located on the top (57th) level of the hotel. Despite the dreary day (it was both wet and windy) there were quite a few people up there, some swimming, some (kind of) enjoying the view (scenery, not the swimmers) and some were queuing to get into a restaurant. There was even a group in one of the outdoor jacuzzis. I guess if you've coughed up that much, you'd better take advantage of all the amenities, such is the Singaporean sense of value. I'm told that locals also use the hotel as a family getaway destination.