A toast to the fabulous life in Singapore
FROM RENOWNED CELEBRITY CHEF RESTAURANTS AND LUXURIOUS SHOPPING TO WORLD-CLASS THEATER PRODUCTIONS, INCOMPARABLE NIGHTLIFE AND A 57TH FLOOR INFINITY EDGE SWIMMING POOL, MARINA BAY SANDS HAS TRANSFORMED THE HOTEL, SHOPPING AND ENTERTAINMENT LIFESTYLE LANDSCAPE IN SINGAPORE.
With several hundred thousand feet of retail space, The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands is Singapore’s first large-scale luxury shopping mall in the heart of the Central Business District. Experience a refreshing mix of international luxury brands, emerging labels and new concepts, including the refreshing Louis Vuitton “island” store housed in the futuristic Crystal Pavilion, two stand-alone glass-and-steel structures that appear to float on the water.
The first thing you’ll notice at the Sands is the inspiring architecture as natural sunlight bathes the passageway of the mall, illuminating the interiors through magnificent glass windows. Like sparkling jewels themselves, luxury brands twinkle throughout each level and include the expected classics such as Bally, Bottega Veneta, Bulgari, Cartier, CHANEL, Patek Philippe, Salvatore Ferragamo and Yves Saint Laurent.
Harder to find and new-to-market fashion forward brands that are creating their own modern global buzz are easily accessible as well and include Anne Fontaine, Hermes Watches, Kieselstein-Cord, Ralph Lauren Purple Label and Collection, Scavia, Stefano Ricii and REDValentino among many others.
Creating Culinary Magic
Elevating Singapore’s dining scene on to the global stage, Marina Bay Sands offers an unbeatable mix of world-renowned chefs, signature restaurants, cafés and bistros. Acclaimed celebrity chefs including New York’s Mario Batali, Guy Savoy from Paris, L.A.’s Wolfgang Puck and Sydney’s Tetsuya Wakuda have jumped at the opportunity to showcase their talents here.
Rooftop dining doesn’t get any better than Singapore’s very own Ku De Ta, hailed internationally as one of the top ten global hotspots by The New York Times. A feast for the senses, indulge in 360-degree panoramic views of the city skyline and Straits of Singapore. Choose to dine indoors or in the 230-seater al fresco area. Chef Dean Bush, a ten-year veteran in kitchens across London and Kent, manages the kitchen at this iconic restaurant. Always in pursuit of his passion for new techniques of cooking and inspired by travels from north to south Asia, dishes are served and enjoyed by the entire table creating a unique, multi-sensory culinary adventure. Perched 200 meters above the Sands SkyPark Observation Deck, Ku De Ta’s multi-tiered restaurant is a fusion of elegant style, cutting-edge design and peerless standards.
The two-person tasting menu includes such delicacies as crispy-sticky baby squid, pan-fried foie gras & curry bread, bamboo-grilled halibut, seared Black Angus beef tataki, and kingfish ceviche with roasted capsicum salsa. Honoring vegetarian patrons, Ku De Ta’s experienced wait staff is happy to alter meat and seafood dishes to vegetarian on request and offers succulent vegetarian options including the favorite roasted kabocha squash with date honey and toasted sesame.
For carnivores, the Chef is proud to serve genuine Japanese wagyu beef only from Takara Ranch in central Kansai. For the past 400 years, the Imperial Palace of Japan has recognized Ohmi-gyu as the greatest beef raised in Japan. Keeping only a small herd of 350 cattle, the 100% kuroge-wagyu is available in Singapore exclusively at Ku De Ta – the sirloin is to die for.
After dinner, the restaurant scene shifts gear into intimate mode, as the Club Lounge becomes all shadows and candlelight, setting the mood as one of the hottest places to be seen and heard in Singapore. Indulge in champagne and cognac, under a star-lit sky or indoors to the thrilling state-of-the-art lighting and sound system, while rocking to the rhythms of world-famous deejays. The SkyBar’s mixologists tantalize and tease with an iconic custom cocktail menu that includes the most exciting martini offerings in town. Don’t miss the ‘Yellow and Dirty’ – Grey Goose vodka muddled with fresh pineapple and vanilla pods – or the ‘Blushing Baby’ – Lemon vodka, crushed watermelon, mint and lemon presse.
Sanctuary of the Senses
Award-winning spa operator, Banyan Tree Spa, is famous for pioneering the tropical garden spa concept with its time-honored Asian therapies and holistic focus on spiritual, mental and physical harmony offering both in-house hotel guests and visitors an exclusive retreat and intimate haven for renewal.
Using a ‘high-touch, low-tech’ approach that celebrates human touch coupled with the use of natural herbs, spices and aromatic oils, Banyan Tree Spa’s exotic treatments have been passed through the hands of many generations. All spa therapists are trained by the established Banyan Tree Spa Academy to ensure that they deliver consistently high standards of the Banyan Tree Spa experience. Established in May 2001, the Banyan Tree Spa Academy Phuket is the first of its kind in Thailand, accredited by Thailand’s Ministries of Education and Public Health for its rigorous training program, followed by its opening of another two Academies in Bintan, Indonesia and Lijiang, China.
Spanning across twelve hundred square meters on the 55th level, the spa boasts two Royal Double Spa Suites with double rain mist room, bathtub, shower and washroom. Three deluxe Double Spa Suites and ten Standard Single Spa Suites ensure plenty of room for special spa occasions that may include a pre-wedding bridal shower or pre-lunch birthday celebration. The Banyan Tree Gallery allows guests to recreate the unique Banyan Tree experience with exclusive signature amenities like elegant burners and incense holders, aromatic essential oils and sensual massage oils. The Tea Lounge is perfect for a bit of post-treatment relaxation.
World-Class Entertainment
After a day of shopping and luxuriating, what better way to top off the evening than catching an internationally acclaimed performance at either The Sands Theater or The Grand Theater, located adjacent to each other with a shared box office within the spectacular grand foyer created to transport you to a world of glitz and glamour. Both theaters are meticulously appointed with magnificent interior design, high ceilings, extravagant layouts and plush furnishing aimed at creating a night of elegance. Hosting such acclaimed performances as the Irish inspired Riverdance and the award-winning Broadway musical, The Lion King, The Sands Theater has the capacity to hold up to 1,680 guests on two levels.
Housed in its own building spread throughout four levels, the Marina Bay Sands Casino is an ode to luxury for gaming enthusiasts where you will enjoy a wide variety of popular table games including roulette, blackjack, baccarat and sic bo. Premium players and Paiza members have access to exclusive gaming and dining privileges at the casino’s upper two levels, which feature over 30 private gaming rooms. Paiza is an exclusive, by-invitation club for premium players who receive a unique level of service including a members-only-access bridge linking the casino and hotel. Paiza members enjoy the best of every hospitality amenity available at Marina Bay Sands and the widest range of gourmet food and premium beverages, all delivered through personalized 24-hour service. The Ruby Room is a by-invitation private gaming area for players who meet the average bet and length of play criteria. These guests have access to the private Ruby Lounge, which offers light snacks and refreshments. Boasting one of the world’s largest crystal chandeliers, the casino features an impressive Swarovski chandelier suspended 40 meters over the heart of the casino’s expansive ceiling with over 132,000 Swarovski crystals.
For art and history buffs, the ArtScience Museum is a permanent exhibition that showcases the power of creativity as it is manifested in the world of art and science. By demonstrating how creative minds meld the disciplines of art and science to make objects that transform our world, it takes visitors on a journey inside the creative process across three unique spaces: Curiosity, Inspiration and Expression. Objects featured include Leonardo da Vinci’s Flying Machine, a Kongming Lantern, a high-tech Robotic Fish, a model of the ArtScience Museum, a molecular model of a “Buckyball”, and an Ancient Chinese Scroll. Touch screens below the objects provide an interactive context to the ArtScience theme and the creative minds behind each accomplishment. Interactive Creative Stations invite guests to take the inspiration from these objects and create their own unique design project, which can be shared with friends and family via email and posted to social media sites like Facebook.
Sky-High Sweet Indulgence
To truly end the night in style, head straight to the top floor where you’ll find The Chocolate Bar, a haven for chocolate connoisseurs set high above the city, offering a sensational buffet of 57 decadent desserts crafted by hand with premium chocolate. With your glass of champagne in hand, let Executive Pastry Chef Ryan Witcher and his team take you on a journey of textures and tastes, with new techniques and surprising pairings. Begin your chocolate experience with the delicious Strawberry-Basil Truffle Pop – a lollipop made from wild strawberries, hand picked basil and milk chocolate that will be certain to bring out the kid in you.
