If you prefer a more sedate stay in Merlion City, head there a month earlier and take advantage of the last-minute deal from resort giant Marina Bay Sands (+65(0)-6688-8888, www.marinabaysands.com). The promotional room rates for their Autumn Special start from S$309 (normally S$379) with daily breakfast, S$50 credit to spend at F&B outlets in the hotel, access to the hotel’s SkyPark leisure deck and an airport pick-up service. The offer is valid for Oct 31, Nov 1-4, 7-8, 14-17, 21-25 and Nov 28-Dec18. More details at http://tiny.cc/oku33.