Marina Bay Sands opens its doors

Singapore's second integrated resort, Marina Bay Sands, opened its doors on today at an auspicious time of 3.18pm. Members of the public will be able to visit the resort from 5pm.

The casino has four levels, and two levels are for mass gaming while the other two are for VIPs. There are also over 1,500 slot machines.

When fully completed, Marina Bay Sands will have some 2,500 hotel rooms.

The resort's shopping area boasts luxury stores, and four floors of shopping space with 300 stores. But many have yet to open.

There is also an events plaza, which can sit up to 10,000 people. It faces the sea offering a view of the Fullerton Hotel and the Esplanade.

Marina Bay Sands also has some 250 meeting rooms and its ballrooms can hold up to 45,000 delegates.

The rest of the resort is expected to open in June.

Sands CEO Sheldon Adelson said that he expects the investment in Marina Bay Sands to break even in five years.