Marina Bay Sands

The largest dropper of jaws in all of Singapore, Marina Bay Sands is nothing if not imposing, with its three massive towers, and gravity defying Skypark thrust up among the heavens. It's as though "impossible" was the architect's driving theme.

At the Lotus-shaped museum, the world's finest exhibitions are on display for those interested in history. Feel like gambling on a better future? Then there's no better place than the Casino, where, if you're really lucky, you might dash off with the mystery car jackpot. Take a Sampan ride or applaud a play before rising up above reality at the Skypark. Over 200 varieties of greenery frame the vertigo-inducing pool looking out over the city. Bob your head to live Deejays, and grab a bite and a cocktail at Justin Quek's Sky on 57.

The dining scene here is so huge; the hotel even offers a dedicated Restaurant Concierge to its guests. In no particular order, epicurean options include Wolfgang Puck's Cut, Daniel Boulud's DB Bistro Moderne, Guy Savoy, Hide Yamamato, Mario Batali's Pizzeria And Osteria Mozza, Rise, The Nest, Tong Dim Noodle Bar, Sweetspot, and many more. Six bars and nightclubs also hum with grooves from all over the globe.

Oh yes, and then there's the hotel itself. 2,561 rooms come in 18 different varieties, ranging from beautiful to fall-on-your-face astonishing.