Massive new luxury complex for Singapore

The huge Marina Bay Sands complex in Singapore is to gain a neighbouring sibling.

Las Vegas Sands this week broke ground on a new $8 billion luxury resort and entertainment destination.

The occasion was officiated by Singapore’s Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Lawrence Wong; along with other dignitaries, news hub Travel Mole reported.

Robert Goldstein, CEO of Las Vegas Sands, said: “With its opening in 2010, our founder Sheldon G. Adelson embarked on a journey in Singapore with Marina Bay Sands that promised to change the face of tourism in the region.

“We have every intention of delivering a new era of luxury tourism in Singapore.”

The new project will feature a 570-suite luxury hotel tower capped with signature rooftop and dining experiences, retail boutiques, gaming, spa and wellness amenities, and approximately 200,000 square feet of meeting space.

It will also include a 15,000-seat arena for concerts and sports events.

The waterfront development will be located adjacent to the existing Marina Bay Sands.

The highlight of the hotel tower is the Skyloop, with elevated public and private spaces.

As a counterpart to the iconic Sands SkyPark at Marina Bay Sands, the Skyloop has 360-degree views.

The lower Skyloop will house an observatory, destination restaurants and rooftop gardens.

Above, hotel guests can enjoy private cabanas and infinity-edge pools. There will also be a cantilevered wellness terrace that is designed for yoga, arts and specialty events.