Singapore Bling

As ultra-wealthy travellers seek purpose-driven experiences, the city-nation rises as the ultimate destination for high-end indulgence that fuses multi-generational entertainment, private aviation, and culinary reinvention.

- Pooja Naik

Call it an island nation or a global city, Singapore punches far above its weight when it comes to decadence and first-class living.

It’s the glitzy backdrop of Crazy Rich Asians for a reason—where for those who can afford it, luxury isn’t something you chase, it’s just... how life happens.

Five-star stays? Bare minimum. Take Marina Bay Sands, famous for its trio of soaring towers and photogenic infinity pool. The Presidential Suite is the real prize, accessible only by invitation. Come 2030, expect an all-suite tower to rise, complete with expanded dining, wellness retreats, and entertainment arenas. Because in Singapore, standing still is never an option.

A stone’s throw away from the city’s manicured skyline, Sentosa is where excess meets play. This 49-hectare resort island, home to Resorts World Sentosa (RWS), brings together Universal Studios, Dolphin Island, and Adventure Cove Waterpark into a high-end theme park for the global elite.

But it’s the new additions that tell the story. The Singapore Oceanarium—a design-forward, immersive marine showcase three times the size of its predecessor S.E.A. Aquarium—is a theatrical dive into wonder. Then there's Harry Potter: Visions of Magic, a cinematic experience that proves luxury today isn’t just about exclusive stays or high-end restaurants; it’s about multi-generational spectacles that entertain, inspire, and leave lasting impressions.

Meanwhile, a S$6.8 billion RWS waterfront overhaul, set for 2030, promises to push Sentosa even further into decadent territory. Designed by Benoy, with a sculptural centrepiece from Heatherwick Studio, the project will add two new 700-key luxury hotels, a four-storey retail and dining hub, a waterfront promenade, and an experiential mountain trail.