Marina Bay Sands, Singapore

S1, E1: You’re poolside at one of the world’s most luxurious getaways, gazing over the elevated infinity pool at the bustling city 57 storeys below. Sound like heaven? You might feel slightly differently if you were in charge of the 10,000 towels generated by the Marina Bay Sands’ guests. Writer Giles Coren and chef Monica Galetti meet the hotel staff for whom your escapism is their full-time job.