­Now that the weather has turned unexpectedly and shockingly cold (ok, I'm a wimp), I'm dreaming about warmer locales - ideally someplace steamy and tropical. I loved the time I spent in Singapore, and the hotel scene there is hotter than ever. One of the newest, shiniest places to stay is the Fullerton Bay Hotel, the sister property to the Fullerton. Located on the Marina Bay and walking distance to everything, the Fullerton Bay has an Art Deco vibe and is the only hotel in Singapore with over-water views. Each one of the 100 guest rooms has a balcony with a water view - but for most guests, the real aquatic highlight will be the rooftop pool. The 25 meter lap pool also has a tapas bar and becomes a trendy lounge area at night.

I wonder if, in 100 years time people will talk of a hotel where Philip Roth, Madonna and George Clooney were regular guests. I wonder if at the hotel bar they will still be mixing a cocktail so synonymous with a time and a place that it will be famous the world over.

Attention all foodies and wine lovers: Singapore's Raffles Hotel will be hosting the 11^th Annual Wine, Food & Arts Experience from February 15- 19, 2006. Guests include more Michelin-starred chefs than you can shake a stick at, including Three-Michelin Star Chef Annie Féolde of Enoteca Pinchiorri, Florence, Italy; Three-Michelin Star Chef Alain Soliveres of The Taillevent Restaurant, Paris, France; and Two-Michelin Star Chefs Jacques and Laurent Pourcel of Le Jardin des Sens, Montpellier, France, as well as many more. The wine tastings will be moderated by Serena Sutcliffe M.W., Head of Sotheby's International Wine Department. Visit www.rhwfae.com to learn more.

Although Singapore can seem like one big air-conditioned mall, dig a little deeper and you'll find dozens of chic boutiques selling everything from vintage style dresses to cheeky homewares and beach inspired clothes.