Singapore's integrated resorts: Resorts World Sentosa woos with family-oriented attractions, Michelin Star eateries

Eight years ago, Marina Bay Sands and Resorts World Singapore transformed Singapore's skyline when they opened. More will be done - last week, it was announced that the two integrated resorts will pump in $9 billion to build world-class attractions. Senior Correspondent Joyce Lim looks at how the pair are appealing to the wealthy global audience

Resorts World Singapore's next stage of development was unveiled last Wednesday when it announced expansion plans that will add around 164,000 sq m of new attractions and lifestyle offerings.
Resorts World Singapore's next stage of development was unveiled last Wednesday when it announced expansion plans that will add around 164,000 sq m of new attractions and lifestyle offerings. ST PHOTO: JASMINE CHOONG
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While Marina Bay Sands (MBS) is known for its high-end shops, the stars at Resorts World Singapore (RWS) are its family-oriented attractions such as Universal Studios Singapore and S.E.A. Aquarium.

These have become huge hits with visitors over the years, as the numbers attest.

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A version of this article appeared in the print edition of The Sunday Times on April 07, 2019, with the headline Singapore's integrated resorts: Resorts World Sentosa woos with family-oriented attractions, Michelin Star eateries. Subscribe