Marina Bay Sands Singapore resembles an intergalactic space station with Vegas envy. It’s no surprise that the super-integrated high-end resort, which is a cornucopia of visual stimulation bearing outrageous architecture and high-tech features, was created by Las Vegas Sands (yes, the same developers of the Sands Hotel in Las Vegas which was demolished to erect The Venetian).

Striking though it is, it’s easy to think you’ve arrived at the wrong hotel as you make your way up towards the late Georgian townhouse on the picturesque and historical Eccleston Square. Yet on entering, where you may expect to see staid furnishings and Victorian decorations, you’ll find smooth monochrome tiles, decadent black crystal chandeliers, and the sleek setting for London’s most high-tech hotel.

This week, the third week in January, is reported to be the most depressing of the year. Still, with the ski season in full swing and winter sports providing something to cheer about before spring arrives, there’s no better time to book yourself a weekend on the slopes.

For all those who associate package holidays with bland buffets, cringe-worthy entertainment and a Piña Colada by the pool, Barradoro, priced at £125,000 per person for a seven-night trip, is set to blow away any preconceptions about the all-inclusive.

A look at a few of New York's most boast-worthy hotels: The Surrey, Soho Grand, Hotel Plaza Athenee. and Trump International Hotel & Tower

We present the “Hautels” section of Haute Living, showcasing some of South Florida’s most opulent hotels and resorts.

Davis Square, one of Greater Boston's hautest neighborhoods, has yet another reason to celebrate its hip landscape: the opening of Foundry on Elm,an upscale gastropub located on eponymous Elm Street.

What do you heart the most? If it's boba drinks, you're in luck. The new I Heart Boba store at Preston Road and Forest Lane celebrated its grand opening September 17th, hosted by Lisa Garza, local gourmet chef and Next Food Network Star contestant who says she was thrilled to see boba coming to the Big D.

Fort Worth's homestyle cookin' and grade-A entertainment house Button's restaurant has recently expanded to the old Sambuca space on Addison Avenue, and they couldn't have bestowed their blessings on more grateful subjects. Heaven forbid the life and energy that jazz joint/supper club Sambuca bestowed on Addison partygoers be replaced by something hum drum and dull. But then again, that wouldn't really be Addison's style.

Experience the ultimate in luxury on a cruise through France.

Even city slickers need reprieve from the hustle and bustle of metropolitan life. When the weekend comes calling, why not spend the day with a glass of wine -- or several -- at the Nashoba Valley Winery?

The historic Bev Hills Wilshire hotel unveils their latest and perhaps greatest.

Haute Living's look at the most opulent hotels in New York

Take advantage of the falling Euro and hit Europe now.