Grand Opening of Marina Bay Sands, an Extraordinary Integrated Resort of the World | My Singapore Travel

Grand Opening of Marina Bay Sands, an Extraordinary Integrated Resort of the World

One of the most iconic integrated resorts in the world ‘Marina Bay Sands’ awaits all travel enthusiasts around the globe. Located along the Marina Bay Waterfront is a spectacular structure with three towers shooting 200 metres high connecting on top with an extraordinary ‘SkyPark’ featuring an infinity pool and observation deck with a breathtaking view of the Singapore city skyline that is truly mesmerising.

Marina Bay Sands comprises of 55 storied three hotel towers that house more than 2500 suite rooms, gigantic shopping mall known as The Shoppes, ArtScience Museum, two Sands Theatres, seven celebrity chef Restaurants, a casino with 500 tables and 1600 slot machines, a grand ballroom with a seating capacity over 6000, two crystal pavilions that float on the sea etc. are amongst its noteworthy attractions.

SkyPark located on top of Sands is considered to be the largest cantilevered public observation deck in the world. The infinity pool which is 150 metres long is said to be the largest outdoor infinity pool at a height of 200 metres above ground.

This amazing structure spanning over 20 hectares was designed by Moshe Safdie Architects and is owned by Las Vegas Sands Corp.

Even though the official opening of Marina Bay Sands did take place in June 2010 the Grand opening was celebrated on the 17th February 2011. This also coincided with the opening of its ArtScience museum and seven celebrity chef restaurants.

Hotel sources revealed that by the time the Grand opening took place over 11 million people have already visited this marvel resort in Singapore. This figure indicated how much it is admired by people all over the world. The day of the grand opening a spectacular light and water show titled ‘Wonder Full’ lit the entire marina bay with vibrant colours.