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THE FREEDOM ISSUE<br />

THE FREEDOM ISSUE<br />

KDN No. PP19435-01-2019 (035031) | Vol. <strong>#143</strong> <strong>July</strong> / <strong>August</strong> <strong>2022</strong><br />

<strong>The</strong> Art of Expression<br />

Precious time with Amarald.Co’s So Shien Yong


As <strong>Tropicana</strong> continues Redefining the Art of Living, let's<br />

celebrate the freedom, courage and diversity and that brings<br />

us together as a nation.<br />

<strong>Tropicana</strong> Corporation Berhad<br />

Wishing you a meaningful<br />

65 th Merdeka Day


JULY/AUGUST <strong>2022</strong> EDITOR'S NOTE<br />

4<br />

EDITOR'S NOTE<br />

It is a fantastic thing to be aware that you have the<br />

freedom, capacity and power to choose what to<br />

do and how to live your life at any given moment.<br />

<strong>The</strong> freedom of choice is the most valuable thing<br />

that life can give us. For our cover personality, So<br />

Shien Yong, he decided to start his own company<br />

producing watch covers for the Apple Watch after<br />

realising that there were few choices for customising<br />

the device. Shien Yong is only 27 and he aspires to<br />

be the pioneer in the field of smart device upgrades<br />

and customisation. We believe that he will realise his<br />

dreams, including owning more <strong>Tropicana</strong> property,<br />

which he has wanted ever since he was a boy. If you<br />

put in the effort and have a burning desire to succeed,<br />

nothing will stand in your way.<br />

Speaking of success, <strong>Tropicana</strong> recently marked a<br />

significant milestone as it celebrated two momentous<br />

achievements - the unveiling of <strong>Tropicana</strong> WindCity<br />

in Genting Highlands and the improved T Privilege<br />

loyalty programme. Redefining the art of living for<br />

over 40 years, we’re happy to note that <strong>Tropicana</strong>’s<br />

brand equity continues to rise as it innovates and<br />

builds new developments for the benefit of Malaysian<br />

communities. Another accomplishment is <strong>Tropicana</strong><br />

Golf & Country Resort’s (“TGCR”) pioneering use of<br />

dragonflies as a biocontrol mechanism is showing<br />

promising results! This issue also features fun and<br />

informative reads such as time-saving kitchen hacks,<br />

hair care tips, statement jewellery, the latest bags<br />

and shoes, the new Suzuki Swift Sport, delectable<br />

Malaysian specialties at TGCR and <strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens<br />

Mall, and more. With that, we wish you the best of<br />

luck in your endeavours, and a joyful Merdeka!<br />

<strong>Tropicana</strong> Magazine Editorial Team


THE FREEDOM ISSUE<br />

Vol.<br />

<strong>#143</strong><br />

TROPICANA SHARED SERVICES<br />

BOARD OF DIRECTORS<br />

Tan Sri Dato’ Tan Chee Sing<br />

Dato’ Dickson Tan Yong Loong<br />

Dion Tan Yong Chien<br />

Lee Han Ming<br />

Din Tan Yong Chia<br />

Jared Ang Tzer Shen<br />

Jeffrey Tan Siew Yang<br />

DIRECTORS<br />

TROPICANA GOLF & COUNTRY<br />

RESORT BOARD OF DIRECTORS<br />

Dato’ Dickson Tan Yong Loong (Chairman)<br />

Tan Sri Dato’ Nik Hashim Bin Nik Ab Rahman<br />

(Deputy Chairman)<br />

Tan Sri Dato’ Tan Chee Sing<br />

Dato’ Gan Nyap Liou @ Gan Nyap Liow<br />

Datuk Hj. Md Afendi Bin Hamdan<br />

Dato’ Seri Dr Chan Chaw Min<br />

Dion Tan Yong Chien<br />

Dillon Tan Yong Chin<br />

Jared Ang Tzer Shen<br />

Diana Tan Sheik Ni<br />

Din Tan Yong Chia<br />

DIRECTORS<br />

GROUP CORPORATE<br />

COMMUNICATIONS<br />

EDITORIAL<br />

Serena Lim<br />

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF<br />

Angie Tan<br />

SUB-EDITOR<br />

Winnie Ooi<br />

PR & MEDIA<br />

MANAGER<br />

Chloe Lim<br />

BUSINESS & CONTENT<br />

DEVELOPMENT MANAGER<br />

Nor Hamimah Abdullah<br />

LEAD DESIGNER<br />

Eric Ho<br />

Evelyn Wan<br />

Aliff Yusri<br />

Sharifah Nong-Jasima<br />

CONTRIBUTORS<br />

PUBLISHER<br />

TROPICANA SHARED SERVICES SDN BHD<br />

[199201017499 (249003-K)]<br />

(A Member of <strong>Tropicana</strong> Corporation Berhad)<br />

FEEDBACK & INQUIRY<br />

GROUP CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS<br />

<strong>Tropicana</strong> Shared Services Sdn Bhd [199201017499 (249003-K)]<br />

Unit 1301, Level 13, <strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens Office Tower,<br />

No 2A, Persiaran Surian, <strong>Tropicana</strong> Indah,<br />

47810, Petaling Jaya, Selangor Darul Ehsan<br />

T. 03-7663 6888 F. 03-7663 6688<br />

corp.comm@tropicanacorp.com.my<br />

www.tropicanacorp.com.my<br />

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Vol.<br />

<strong>#143</strong><br />

CONTENTS PAGE<br />

8<br />

90<br />

ON THE<br />

COVER<br />

Watch This Space<br />

32 EDUCATION<br />

We Love Malaysia<br />

43 PAHANG SPECIAL<br />

New Highlands Destination<br />

68 SOJOURN<br />

Anime Attraction<br />

72 JOURNEY CLUB<br />

Great Getaways<br />

76 JOURNEY CLUB<br />

Elevate Your Game<br />

80 NATURE<br />

Positive Signs With Dragonfly Project<br />

84 SWING TOOLS<br />

All Powered Up<br />

86 FEATURE<br />

Insta-Worthy Murals<br />

88 DIY<br />

Art And Cultural Fun<br />

94 BEAUTY<br />

<strong>The</strong> Art Of Makeup<br />

98 HEALTH & WELLNESS<br />

Workplace Wellness Awareness<br />

100 LIFEHACKS<br />

Time-Saving Kitchen Hacks<br />

104 BEAUTY FOCUS<br />

Goodness From <strong>The</strong> Sea<br />

106 BEAUTY SNIPPETS<br />

For Heavenly Hair<br />

108 JEWELS<br />

Statement Sparklers<br />

112 TECH<br />

App-solutely Cool!<br />

114 CHRONOMETER<br />

Perfect Time<br />

116 WHEELS<br />

Nifty New Swift<br />

126 SAVOUR+<br />

Malaysian Delights At TGCR<br />

130 SAVOUR<br />

Malaysian Favourites<br />

SHOWCASE<br />

110 Fancy <strong>The</strong>se<br />

120 In Good Company<br />

122 ROYCE’ Tasty Trio


edefining<br />

the art of living


12<br />

CENTRAL


NORTHERN SOUTHERN EASTERN<br />

Signature<br />

13<br />

developments


JULY/AUGUST <strong>2022</strong> PROPERTY<br />

LIVE THE<br />

GOOD LIFE<br />

Welcome to <strong>Tropicana</strong> Golf and Country Resort, where luxurious<br />

facilities are aplenty. <strong>The</strong> township, which includes link houses,<br />

bungalows and condominiums, also has the best golf course for<br />

residents and public guests. Its 27-hole course is one of the best in<br />

the country and attracts golfers from all over the world. With three<br />

challenging dream courses complete with rolling slopes and sweeping<br />

valleys, this course is picturesque and challenging, making it a soughtafter<br />

spot amongst golfers of any handicap level.<br />

Location and landmarks<br />

Set in Ara Damansara near the Seri Selangor<br />

Golf Course<br />

Features<br />

• 450,000 sq ft clubhouse<br />

• Award-winning 27-hole golf course<br />

• Function rooms and grand ballroom<br />

• Larger-than-Olympic-sized swimming<br />

pool<br />

• 4 indoor badminton courts & a VIP<br />

badminton hall<br />

• Well-equipped gymnasium<br />

• Aerobics/dancing studio<br />

• 2 indoor & 4 outdoor tennis courts<br />

• Japanese bath, jacuzzi, sauna, steam bath<br />

• 3 squash courts<br />

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+603 7804 8888 tropicanagolf.com


TROPICANA MAGAZINE<br />

EVERY SHOPPER'S<br />

DREAM<br />

<strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens Mall is truly a shopping paradise. With one<br />

million square feet of retail space, it houses a host of shopping,<br />

entertainment and leisure outlets as well as indoor and al fresco<br />

F&B areas, offering a variety of dining options.<br />

You are bound to discover hidden gems at every corner you turn<br />

as the mall has seven floors, hundreds of stores, a wide tenant<br />

mix and a 50,000 square-foot convention centre. Serving the<br />

affluent <strong>Tropicana</strong> Indah community while also attracting visitors<br />

in nearby areas, the mall offers full suite amenities for residents<br />

of the serviced apartments above. It has a good balance of a<br />

vibrant commercial zone and the chic tranquility of a leisure and<br />

entertainment nexus. Taking the Persiaran Surian road or going<br />

through Persiaran <strong>Tropicana</strong>, you can access the mall by road or<br />

if travelling by train, it is conveniently connected to the Surian<br />

MRT station.<br />

Location and landmarks<br />

Located near Seri Selangor Golf Course<br />

Features<br />

• A unique mix of lifestyle, dining and<br />

entertainment brands<br />

• Linked directly to Surian MRT station<br />

• Surrounded by matured commercial<br />

hubs<br />

• Retail, hypermarkets, educational and<br />

medical centres nearby<br />

• Weaves nature into the development<br />

• Modern layouts with harmonious designs<br />

• Accessible via NKVE, LDP, SPRINT<br />

highway and Penchala link<br />

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+603 7763 8988 tropicanagardensmall.com.my


JULY/AUGUST <strong>2022</strong> PROPERTY<br />

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MODERN<br />

CONVENIENCE<br />

Located in the heart of <strong>Tropicana</strong> Indah in Kota Damansara, the<br />

<strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens development boasts a variety of shopping venues,<br />

restaurants and residences for the discerning. With luxurious serviced<br />

apartments, residents can enjoy all modern facilities available as well<br />

as easy access to banks, clinics, colleges and golf courses nearby.<br />

Getting around is easy as major highways like the NKVE, LDP, SPRINT,<br />

and Penchala link are in close proximity. <strong>The</strong> <strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens Mall<br />

itself is linked to the elevated Surian MRT station. With so many things<br />

to do and places to go from here, you will never feel left out of the<br />

loop. For flexible SOFO and luxurious residences look no further than<br />

our latest phase, Edelweiss. This final block offers breathtaking views<br />

overlooking the golf course and wide, open spaces to frolic in.<br />

Location and landmarks<br />

Sunway Giza Mall, Seri Selangor Golf Club<br />

Features<br />

• 17.61 acres development<br />

• Development components: Serviced<br />

Residences, SOFO, <strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens<br />

Mall & <strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens Office Tower<br />

• Affluent neighbourhood of <strong>Tropicana</strong><br />

Indah<br />

• Directly linked to Surian MRT Station<br />

• Easy access to four major highways:<br />

NKVE, LDP, SPRINT Highway and<br />

Penchala Link<br />

Edelweiss SOFO & Serviced Residences<br />

• 397 units SOFO<br />

• 630 units Serviced Residences<br />

• SOFO: 452 sq ft – 858 sq ft<br />

• Serviced Residences: 556 sq ft – 1,111<br />

sq ft<br />

• Spectacular view of the lake and Seri<br />

Selangor Golf Club<br />

• “Best Connectivity High-Rise<br />

Development” - iProperty<br />

Development Excellence Awards 2021<br />

+603 7663 6600<br />

tropicanagardens.com.my


TROPICANA MAGAZINE<br />

METROPOLITAN<br />

MODE<br />

With a <strong>Tropicana</strong> Metropark Link which connects the 88-acre<br />

master plan of <strong>Tropicana</strong> Metropark to Federal Highway, and GEMS<br />

International Schoool which offers quality education, the township<br />

offers various residential and commercial elements designed to<br />

provide a holistic lifestyle to the residents. <strong>The</strong> third phase of<br />

residences – Paisley Serviced Residences is newly completed and over<br />

500 homeowners have just received keys to their brand new homes.<br />

<strong>The</strong> next phase will see SouthPlace Residences directly integrated<br />

with shops below to offer ultimate urban conveniences. Exciting new<br />

eateries, retailers and services await at the upcoming commercial hub<br />

– SouthPlace Shoppes of <strong>Tropicana</strong> Metropark. <strong>The</strong> buzz and beauty<br />

of this place in Subang Jaya makes it alluring while a verdant 9.2-acre<br />

urban park anchors its appeal.<br />

Location and landmarks<br />

Located in Subang Jaya, directly<br />

linked to the Federal Highway<br />

Features<br />

• 88 acres development<br />

• Freehold<br />

• Development components:<br />

9.2 acres Urban Park, Serviced<br />

Residences, Commercial &<br />

GEMS International School<br />

• <strong>Tropicana</strong> Metropark Link with<br />

a direct connection to Federal<br />

Highway<br />

Paisley Serviced Residences<br />

• 587 units<br />

• 601 sq ft - 1,491 sq ft<br />

• Newly completed in 2021<br />

SouthPlace Serviced Residences<br />

• 656 units<br />

• 500 sq ft & 700 sq ft<br />

• Directly connected to<br />

commercial hub<br />

Southplace Shoppes<br />

• 69 units<br />

• Mercato grocer anchor tenant<br />

• Main road and Urban Park<br />

frontage<br />

• Caters to 1.3mil matured<br />

population in Subang Jaya<br />

and Shah Alam<br />

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1700 81 8887 tropicanametropark.com.my


JULY/AUGUST <strong>2022</strong> PROPERTY<br />

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CONTEMPORARY<br />

OASIS<br />

Apart from being blessed with breathtaking views,<br />

living in a relaxing environment is beneficial to physical<br />

and mental health. Such a place exists and it’s called<br />

<strong>Tropicana</strong> Aman. Located next to Kota Kemuning,<br />

it focuses on “Green, Sustainable Architecture and<br />

Township”, which fosters a “Walk and Bike-friendly”<br />

principle that personifies the healthy living concept<br />

amongst its residents. One of its main features is a<br />

massive, 85-acre central park where you can enjoy<br />

nature in all its glory. Other amenities include trails for<br />

walking and biking, as well as restaurants, international<br />

and public schools nearby. Its close proximity to<br />

highways like the KESAS and ELITE ensures easy<br />

connection to your workplace. <strong>The</strong> latest phases within<br />

the township boast 3-bedroom modern apartments,<br />

investment-grade shop offices, lakeside superlinked<br />

homes, smart semi-detached homes, zero-lot<br />

bungalows and bungalows.<br />

Location and landmarks<br />

Located in Bandar <strong>Tropicana</strong> Aman, next to Kota Kemuning<br />

Features<br />

• 863 acres development<br />

• Development components: 85 acres Central Park, Recreational<br />

Hub, Landed Residences, Condominium, Commercial Shop<br />

Offices, SJK(C) Bukit Fraser & TENBY International School<br />

• 7km walking and biking community trail<br />

• Gated & guarded community<br />

• Accessible via KESAS, LKSA, SKVE, ELITE and WCE<br />

Freesia Residences<br />

• 2-Sty Semi D & Bungalow<br />

• Land Area: 38' x 90' to 67.5' x 80'<br />

• Built-up: 3,769 sq ft to 5,354 sq ft<br />

Elemen Residences<br />

• 2-Sty Superlink Garden or Lakeside Home<br />

• Land Area : 26' x 80’<br />

• Built-up: 3,013 sq ft - 3,172 sq ft<br />

Triana Shop Offices<br />

• 2- and 3-storey<br />

• Intermediate Lot Land Area: 24' x 70'Built-up : 3,360 sq ft - 6,771 sq ft<br />

1700 81 8868 tropicanaaman.com.my


TROPICANA MAGAZINE<br />

IDYLLIC<br />

SETTING<br />

<strong>The</strong> peaceful and serene charm of Lakefield Residences in <strong>Tropicana</strong><br />

Heights, Kajang is a dream come true for many. Living here makes<br />

you feel like you are on vacation every day and who would not want<br />

that? This exclusive township is built around a lake and you will be<br />

treated with stunning waterfront views as well as shady, tree-lined<br />

walkways all around the neighbourhood. <strong>The</strong> surrounding residences<br />

of Fairfield, Parkfield and Ridgefield embrace similar design ideals,<br />

lending continuity and harmony to this picture perfect 199-acre<br />

freehold estate. This latest and final phase in our prestigious township<br />

of <strong>Tropicana</strong> Heights consists of serviced residences of modern<br />

freehold sanctuary for young homeowners and modern families,<br />

as well as commercial spaces consist of sizeable shop offices for<br />

entrepreneurs and investors. Located 15 minutes from Kajang Town<br />

and accessible via Persiaran Bangi, Jalan Semenyih, and KTM/MRT<br />

station, there are education centres like Nottingham University and<br />

amenities such as supermarkets, hospitals, banks and resorts like the<br />

Bangi Golf Resort nearby.<br />

Location and landmarks<br />

Located in Kajang, close to Rafflesia<br />

International School<br />

Features<br />

• 199 acres development<br />

• Freehold<br />

• Development components: Landed homes,<br />

serviced residences and commercial<br />

• 16-acre central park<br />

• 2-acre recreational hub<br />

• 750-meter linear park,<br />

• Jogging/bicycle track<br />

• 5 mins to Bangi<br />

• 30 mins to KL City Centre<br />

• Accessible via SILK Highway,<br />

• Cheras-Kajang Expressway, North South<br />

Highway and more<br />

Lakefield Residences<br />

• 66 units<br />

• Land area: 24’ x 65’ and 24‘ x 70’<br />

• Built-up: 2,361 sq ft - 3,730 sq ft<br />

• 2 & 3-storey Link Villas<br />

• Gorgeous view of the linear lake<br />

• Completing soon<br />

Edela Serviced Residences & Square<br />

Open for registration<br />

19<br />

1700 81 9566 tropicanaheights.com


JULY/AUGUST <strong>2022</strong> PROPERTY<br />

RESORT<br />

LIVING<br />

Discover your dream home by the beach at <strong>Tropicana</strong><br />

Cenang, Langkawi. This is where you can experience<br />

resort living combined with the convenience of modernday<br />

amenities. <strong>The</strong> beachfront serviced suites, which<br />

features hotel-grade services offers integrated facilities<br />

and amenities, plus a professional management team<br />

to attend to your needs. What’s more, it is located on<br />

Cenang beach where all the excitement is. From fun,<br />

food to shopping and not forgetting the sun, sand and<br />

sea, <strong>Tropicana</strong> Cenang has got it all!<br />

Location and landmarks<br />

Located in Cenang beach, next to Underwater World<br />

Features<br />

• 5.28 acres development<br />

• Freehold<br />

• Development components: Serviced suites, retail<br />

shoplots, 5-star International Hotel<br />

• Only 9km from Langkawi International Airport<br />

• Strategically located at Pantai Cenang<br />

• Fun, food, relaxation, adventure & shopping at your<br />

doorstep<br />

Assana Serviced Suites<br />

• 831 units<br />

• 380 sq ft – 1310 sq ft<br />

• Resort-style facilities and amenities including an<br />

infinity pool overlooking the Andaman Sea<br />

• Enjoy direct access to Pantai Cenang<br />

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+604 952 3939 tropicanacenang.com.my


TROPICANA MAGAZINE<br />

URBAN<br />

DWELLING<br />

Specially designed for the discerning, the <strong>Tropicana</strong> Miyu residences come equipped with convenient amenities<br />

and trappings of modern life that we are accustomed to. Among the cool features available are car-charging bays,<br />

digital door locks, a 40-metre infinity pool, floating gymnasium and various comfy lounges for leisure. Accessible<br />

by Jalan Harapan, this Petaling Jaya property has an eye-catching architecture of gold and wood, with water<br />

elements added in for a soothing ambience.<br />

Location and landmarks<br />

Located in Section 17, Petaling Jaya,<br />

close to KDU International College, Jaya<br />

One, Atria, Starling Mall & many more<br />

Features<br />

• 2.82 acres development<br />

• Freehold<br />

• Low-density condominium with<br />

only 271 units<br />

• 851 sq ft – 2,183 sq ft<br />

• Only 8 units per floor<br />

• All units are North-South facing<br />

with views towards Bukit Kiara<br />

and Section 17<br />

• Exclusive entry statement with<br />

grand lobby drop-off<br />

• Infinity Pool<br />

21<br />

1700 81 6113 tropicanamiyu.com.my


JULY/AUGUST <strong>2022</strong> PROPERTY<br />

22<br />

HIGHLAND<br />

PARADISE<br />

<strong>The</strong> perfect getaway from the city lies up in Genting<br />

Highlands, at <strong>Tropicana</strong> Grandhill to be exact. <strong>The</strong><br />

resort-style refuge, at 3,000 feet above sea level,<br />

has all the necessary amenities to meet your daily<br />

needs and for some excitement, head to the golf<br />

courses nearby, or the casino at Genting Highlands.<br />

<strong>The</strong> 112-acre township is unlike any other township<br />

in the country as it is set amidst lush greenery with<br />

cool mountain air. Green parks and partnerships with<br />

various private medical and wellness services make this<br />

a popular destination for retirees. It is also appealing to<br />

younger residents as there are various higher learning<br />

institutions here.<br />

Location and landmarks<br />

Located in Genting Highlands<br />

Features<br />

• 112 acres development<br />

• Freehold<br />

• Development components: Residences, Commercial,<br />

Education, Wellness Hub, Recreational Park & Silver Hair<br />

Village<br />

• Only a 40-minute drive from Kuala Lumpur<br />

• Located approx. 1,000 metres above sea level amidst cool<br />

mountain air<br />

• Dedicated road for entire master plan<br />

• 8 minutes drive to Genting Highlands Premium Outlets<br />

TwinPines Serviced Suites<br />

• 1,443 units<br />

• 379 sq ft - 1,330 sq ft<br />

• Versatile unit layout with dual-key concept<br />

• Views overlooking Genting Highlands and green forest<br />

• Resort-style facilities and amenities<br />

• Holistic living enveloped by nature’s beauty<br />

• Professional property management services<br />

+6018 390 9988 tropicanagrandhill.com


TROPICANA MAGAZINE<br />

Location and landmarks<br />

Located within the golden triangle of Kuala<br />

Lumpur City Centre<br />

Features<br />

• 1.28 acres development<br />

• Freehold<br />

• Development components: Serviced<br />

residences and W Kuala Lumpur<br />

• Breathtaking views of Kuala Lumpur city<br />

skyline<br />

• Readily-available facilities and amenities<br />

• 24-hour multi-tiered security<br />

• Saltwater infinity pool<br />

• Gymnasium<br />

• Aqua gym<br />

• Sky room<br />

• Privilege residential services<br />

POSH<br />

PADS<br />

Glamour and grandeur come together at <strong>Tropicana</strong> <strong>The</strong> Residences and W<br />

Kuala Lumpur in the heart of the city centre. Built on a 1.28-acre freehold<br />

commercial land, the development comprises 353 serviced residences and<br />

150 hotel suites. One of the most coveted addresses in Kuala Lumpur, <strong>The</strong><br />

Residences, operated by <strong>Tropicana</strong> Corporation Berhad is within walking<br />

distance to the Petronas Twin Towers. With an internationally-renowned<br />

hotel on the lower floors and refined living spaces on the upper levels, this<br />

chic and sophisticated venue is a landmark that is both ideal and iconic.<br />

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Location and landmarks<br />

Strategically located right at the centre of George Town<br />

business district<br />

Features<br />

• 2.1 acres development<br />

• Freehold<br />

• Development components: Commercial Neo Suites and<br />

serviced residences, retail lots & Courtyard by Marriott Penang<br />

• Strategically located in the middle of George Town city,<br />

surrounded by many tourist spots<br />

Courtyard by Marriott Hotel<br />

• Malaysia’s first Courtyard by Marriott and Marriott<br />

International's 17 th brand in the country<br />

• 199 smart and spacious rooms and suites<br />

• Unobstructed views of Penang’s Unesco World Heritage Site<br />

• 24-hour fitness centre<br />

• Outdoor infinity pool<br />

• All-day dining<br />

• A pillarless ballroom that can accommodate up to 150 guests<br />

• 8 state-of-the-art meeting rooms and 1 VIP room, each fitted<br />

with the latest audio-visual equipment<br />

VIBRANT<br />

SPOT<br />

Dubbed as THE place to be in Penang, this mixed<br />

development encompasses Neo Suites, Serviced<br />

Residences, retail shops, an international-brand hotel,<br />

as well as a refurbished mansion that celebrates the<br />

rich heritage of the Pearl of the Orient. Ready to revive<br />

downtown Penang, <strong>Tropicana</strong> 218 Macalister is destined<br />

to lend colour, culture and exuberance to George Town.<br />

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TROPICANA MAGAZINE<br />

WATERFRONT<br />

LUXURY<br />

Strategically located on 37 acres of freehold land in Iskandar Malaysia,<br />

Johor, <strong>Tropicana</strong> Danga Bay includes a holistic blend of upscale<br />

properties: serviced residences, investment grade offices, commercial<br />

blocks, a luxury hotel and a convention centre. <strong>The</strong> Bora Residences<br />

boast waterfront views, over 40 recreational facilities with lush<br />

greenery and waterscapes as well as multi-tiered security features.<br />

<strong>The</strong> Tropaz Residences include units with a view of the pool, the sea,<br />

golf course, Skudai, Nusajaya, the Johor city or the Straits of Johor.<br />

To top it all, this development is easily accessible via major highways.<br />

Location and landmarks<br />

Set in Iskandar Malaysia, Johor near the JB City Centre<br />

Features<br />

• 37 acres development<br />

• Freehold<br />

• Development components: High-rise residences,<br />

commercial blocks and offices<br />

• Easy access to major highways<br />

• Close to amenities in Johor Bahru<br />

• 10-minute drive to Singapore via Causeway<br />

• 15-minute drive to Legoland and Education Hub<br />

Bora Residences<br />

• 694 sq ft to 3,443 sq ft<br />

• Multi-tiered security features<br />

• Urban living for all walks of life<br />

• Luxury residences with waterfront views<br />

• Recreational facilities with lush greenery &<br />

waterscapes<br />

• Elevated podium encompassing over 40<br />

recreational facilities<br />

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EXCLUSIVE URBAN<br />

ENCLAVE<br />

<strong>Tropicana</strong> Danga Cove is an integrated development in Iskandar<br />

Malaysia. It is an exclusive urban enclave of upmarket shop<br />

offices and landed homes. Oasis 3, the final phase of the<br />

development, features spacious contemporary shop offices<br />

with abundant parking spaces. Meanwhile, each landed unit<br />

in Ayera Residences has its own pocket garden. This emerging<br />

development is flanked by full-fledged township such as<br />

Bandar Baru Permas Jaya and Bandar Seri Alam. It is connected<br />

to Johor Bahru via the Eastern Dispersal Link, JB East Coast<br />

Highway, and the Pasir Gudang highway.<br />

Location and landmarks<br />

Strategically located between the two economic backbones of<br />

Iskandar - Johor Bahru City and Eastern Gate Development<br />

Features<br />

• 227 acres development<br />

• Freehold<br />

• Development components: Shop Lots and Landed<br />

Residences<br />

Oasis 3<br />

• 62 units<br />

• Shop Offices<br />

• Wide frontage from 24 ft<br />

• High ground floor ceiling height of 15 ft<br />

• Spacious 7-feet shop front walkways<br />

• Vast window display visibility<br />

• Private lifts for 4-storey units<br />

Ayera Residences<br />

• Land Area: 20' x 70' & 22' x 70’<br />

• Built-up : 1,713 sq ft - 1,970 sq ft<br />

• Guarded neighbourhood<br />

• Pocket gardens<br />

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TROPICANA MAGAZINE<br />

COASTAL<br />

WONDER<br />

<strong>The</strong> Lido Waterfront Boulevard is a 163-acre mixed development in Johor<br />

Bahru featuring serviced residences, a five-star hotel, offices, retail shopping, a<br />

recreational facility, a coastal park, a cultural centre, education and healthcare<br />

facilities. A cable car system linking the Lido Waterfront Boulevard with<br />

Singapore has been proposed to enable residents to commute to the city state<br />

with ease. <strong>Tropicana</strong> has partnered with Raffles American School and Raffles<br />

University to provide homebuyers with attractive rebates when their children<br />

sign up to these institutions.<br />

Location and landmarks<br />

Strategically located by the Strait of Johor<br />

Features<br />

• Freehold Title<br />

• Strait View Mixed-development<br />

• Residential<br />

• Office<br />

• Education & Healthcare<br />

• One-stop Lifestyle & Shopping<br />

Destination<br />

• 2.5km Waterfront Promenade<br />

• Alfresco and International Food Walk<br />

• New Coastal Park & Cultural Building<br />

• Proposed Cable Car<br />

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JULY/AUGUST <strong>2022</strong> PROPERTY<br />

VIBRANT<br />

BUSINESS<br />

SPOT<br />

<strong>The</strong> Summit Commercial Hub at <strong>Tropicana</strong> Upland in the northern<br />

district of Gelang Patang is an integrated business hub designed and<br />

built for discerning entrepreneurs to take their business to the next<br />

level. Spreading out from Iskander Malaysia and located at a highgrowth<br />

area, it is expected to receive a substantial amount of visitors<br />

from Johor Bahru, Singapore and neighbouring residential areas. Just<br />

15 minutes from Educity Iskandar and Legoland, this new business hub<br />

is capable of serving a population of up to 50,000.<br />

Location and landmarks<br />

Excellent connectivity through Skudai-Pontian<br />

Highway and Malaysia-Singapore Second Link<br />

Features<br />

• 244 acres development<br />

• Freehold<br />

• Development components: Landed Residences,<br />

Apartments & Summit Commercial Hub<br />

• Excellent connectivity through Skudai - Pontian<br />

Highway and Malaysia - Singapore Second Link<br />

• Surrounded by mature residential areas.<br />

• 15 minutes drive from Educity Iskandar<br />

• 20 minutes drive to Port of Tanjung Pelepas<br />

Summit Commercial Hub<br />

• 64 units<br />

• 3 & 4-storey Shop Offces<br />

• High ceiling heights of 3.5m<br />

• Private lifts for 4-storey units<br />

• Built-in CCTV points<br />

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TROPICANA MAGAZINE<br />

BREATHTAKING<br />

VISTAS<br />

Spectacular views of Mount Kinabalu, Tun Fuad Stephens Park, and<br />

the Sabah Golf & Country Club can be enjoyed from the <strong>Tropicana</strong><br />

Landmark development. Built on 1.314 acres of land within the urban<br />

township of Bundusan in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, it consists of 149<br />

exclusive suites with a built-up area starting from 1,214 sq ft. <strong>The</strong> lowdensity<br />

development also has modern facilities on the fifth-level sky<br />

deck that will surely spark the interest of residents. Every unit comes<br />

with a built-in kitchen cabinet, air conditioner, water heater and is<br />

broadband ready. Other plus points include resort-style facilities,<br />

low density living and a comprehensive 24-hour 3-tier security<br />

system. Apart from being 15 minutes away from Kota Kinabalu city<br />

centre, <strong>Tropicana</strong> Landmark is also conveniently close to numerous<br />

commercial facilities.<br />

Location and landmarks<br />

Located in Bundusan, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah,<br />

near Tun Fuad Stephen Park, Sabah Golf<br />

Club<br />

Features<br />

• Low density with only 149 units<br />

• Spectacular views of Sabah Golf &<br />

Country Club, the magnificent Mount<br />

Kinabalu and the rolling greens of Tun<br />

Fuad Stephen Leisure Park<br />

• Resort-style facilities such as<br />

gymnasium, pool cabana, sunbeam<br />

lounge and party lounge<br />

For Sale<br />

• 4 penthouses (2,219 - 2,759 sq ft)<br />

• 1 retail (11,126 sq ft) left<br />

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WELL-ROUNDED<br />

EDUCATION<br />

Located in Petaling Jaya, this prestigious international<br />

school is a joint effort by <strong>Tropicana</strong> and the Lasallian<br />

Asian Partnership for International Schools. A brother<br />

school of the esteemed St Joseph’s Institution and<br />

SJI International in Singapore. St Joseph’s Institution<br />

International School Malaysia provides a Lasallian holistic<br />

education for students aged three to 18 years old. It offers<br />

the International Primary Curriculum, Singapore Maths<br />

and a strong Mandarin Programme as well as the IGCSE<br />

and International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme.<br />

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INSPIRING &<br />

EMPOWERING<br />

What makes Tenby International School in <strong>Tropicana</strong> Aman a great learning institution is<br />

that it draws on the latest knowledge to inspire and empower 21st century learners. <strong>The</strong><br />

campus, spread over 10 acres in the established suburb of Kota Kemuning, provides an<br />

environment that is highly conducive for students to learn. It offers Early Years, Primary<br />

and Secondary school education, leading to the Cambridge IGCSE.<br />

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JULY/AUGUST <strong>2022</strong> EDUCATION<br />

WE LOVE<br />

MALAYSIA!<br />

As the nation celebrates its 65th birthday on 31 <strong>August</strong>, local and<br />

foreign students share their favourite things about Malaysia and<br />

what it means to be Malaysian<br />

St Joseph’s Institution International School Malaysia<br />

(<strong>Tropicana</strong> PJ Campus)<br />

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Neha Goswami<br />

Age: 18<br />

Year: 13<br />

“I’m originally from India and have lived in Malaysia for the<br />

past ten years. Malaysia is unlike any other country in that<br />

it is a melting pot of three main cultures. It lives true to its<br />

name, bringing together food, festivals and excitement from<br />

Malay, Chinese and Indian cultures to create a one-of-akind<br />

living experience. Because of the country’s multi-racial<br />

nature, one may easily feel at home any place they go; for<br />

example, when I’m in Brickfields, I feel like I’m back home<br />

in India! After growing up in Malaysia, immersing myself in<br />

the culture and making Malaysian friends, I actually feel very<br />

much at home here.”<br />

Nicolas Ambrosini Braz<br />

Age: 11<br />

Year: 6<br />

“I was born in Brazil and have<br />

been living in Malaysia for over a<br />

year now. I love it here especially<br />

because it’s always sunny, which<br />

I appreciate. Temperatures in<br />

the southern part of Brazil are consistent, with hot summers<br />

and frigid winters, even though there is no snow. Malaysia<br />

appeals to me for a number of reasons, among which, is the<br />

abundance of beautiful islands to visit and explore.”<br />

Abigail Lee Xing Zi<br />

Age: 16<br />

Year: 11<br />

“Being a Malaysian there is an<br />

inexplicable feeling of selfattachment<br />

towards the nation<br />

and its people. <strong>The</strong> Malaysian<br />

sense of self-identity and<br />

belonging is solid. Plus, a patchwork of various customs,<br />

traditions and heritage co-exist to form the distinct<br />

Malaysian way of life, which can be found nowhere else.<br />

And, communities such as those present within SJIIM make<br />

Malaysia a comforting, welcoming and inclusive nation.”


TROPICANA MAGAZINE<br />

What we like best about Malaysia<br />

Talia Samara Tate<br />

Age: 9<br />

Year: 4<br />

1 Nasi lemak!<br />

2 Langkawi island<br />

3 Merdeka 118 tower<br />

4 <strong>The</strong> rainforests<br />

5 <strong>The</strong> friendly people<br />

David Leroy Thomas<br />

Age: 6<br />

Year: 1<br />

1 Chicken rice!<br />

2 Genting Highlands<br />

3 <strong>The</strong> malls<br />

4 <strong>The</strong> zoo<br />

5 My friends!<br />

Nicolas Ambrosini Braz<br />

Age: 11<br />

Year: 6<br />

1 Langkawi island<br />

2 Chinese New Year ang pao!<br />

3 Snorkelling in clear waters<br />

4 Exotic animal species<br />

5 Sweet-smiling Malaysians<br />

Neha Goswami<br />

Age: 18<br />

Year: 13<br />

1 <strong>The</strong> spicy food!<br />

2 <strong>The</strong> night markets<br />

3 Mamak and coffee shops<br />

4 <strong>The</strong> lush greenery<br />

5 <strong>The</strong> affable people<br />

Tenby International School<br />

<strong>Tropicana</strong> Aman<br />

Divyaa<br />

Age: 9<br />

Year: 4<br />

1 <strong>The</strong> Malayan tiger<br />

2 <strong>The</strong> national flower, hibiscus<br />

3 <strong>The</strong> variety of food!<br />

4 Taiping Lake Gardens<br />

5 Petronas Twin Towers<br />

Noah<br />

Age: 8<br />

Year: 3<br />

1 Tenby International School!<br />

2 Roti canai!<br />

3 Terengganu beaches<br />

4 <strong>The</strong> waterfalls<br />

5 <strong>The</strong> theme parks<br />

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TROPICANA AMAN<br />

CELEBRATES<br />

COMPLETION<br />

OF TRIANA<br />

SHOP-OFFICES<br />

<strong>Tropicana</strong> celebrated vacant possession (“VP”) for owners at Triana<br />

Shop-Offices in <strong>Tropicana</strong> Aman, the developer’s largest 863-acre<br />

self-contained township in Kota Kemuning. Enriching the commercial<br />

outlook of the development, the 18.4-acre hub features prime visibility<br />

and versatile, open layouts for flexible business arrangements in the new<br />

norm, with VP undertaken for 54% of its double and triple-storey shopoffices.<br />

Joanne Lee, Senior Managing Director of Marketing and Sales,<br />

shared more on the project’s value proposition, as well as <strong>Tropicana</strong>’s<br />

development DNA across its portfolio.<br />

“As <strong>Tropicana</strong>’s largest township to date, <strong>Tropicana</strong> Aman offers<br />

a promising business opportunity for owners and entrepreneurs,<br />

with a projected 30,000-strong population once complete. Triana<br />

Shop-Offices is ideally positioned to cater for this demand as well as<br />

footfall from surrounding areas, featuring easy access to the Shah Alam<br />

Expressway (KESAS), as well as ample pedestrian links.<br />

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In addition, it accommodates a wide range of commercial arrangements,<br />

including entertainment businesses. Triana Shop-Offices’ design is<br />

driven by <strong>Tropicana</strong>’s distinctive development DNA, particularly its focus<br />

on connectivity and generous open spaces, as we continue Redefining<br />

the Art of Living in all we do,” she said.<br />

Inviting passersby with wide shop frontages from 24’ to 35’ and built-ups<br />

3,360 sq ft to 6,771 sq ft, Triana Shop-Offices is suitable for a wide range<br />

of businesses, from vibrant new start-ups and co-working operators to<br />

established brands and franchises. Higher ceilings up to 12’ offer room to<br />

grow, while selected units feature double-volume spaces well-suited for<br />

dining and retail tenants.<br />

Triana Shop-Offices benefits from nearby amenities, including medical<br />

facilities such as Columbia Asia Hospital, hypermarkets like Aeon<br />

Big, and banks including Maybank, CIMB, and RHB. Those keen<br />

on joining the growing commercial hub can invest in Triana Shop-Offices by<br />

visiting tropicanaaman.com.my/LandingPageTriana or calling 1700 81 8868.


TROPICANA MAGAZINE<br />

SUNNY LIM<br />

I purchased a Triana unit<br />

because I am planning<br />

to open a bakery for my<br />

daughter. I like Triana’s<br />

connectivity to main<br />

highways, as well as the<br />

ample parking available.<br />

Its wide entrances,<br />

abundance of natural light,<br />

and high-quality build and<br />

finishing are also good.<br />

SUZANNE CHAN (LEFT)<br />

As a first-time commercial<br />

buyer, I was drawn to the<br />

location fronting the main<br />

road, with the potential<br />

of a growing population<br />

and higher associated<br />

ROIs. <strong>The</strong> unit design, with<br />

high ceilings and spacious<br />

layouts, is also attractive.<br />

KINGSLEY TAN<br />

In the leasing business,<br />

it’s better to deal with<br />

commercial tenants, so<br />

Triana is a great investment.<br />

<strong>The</strong> clubhouse is nearby,<br />

with top accessibility to<br />

the mature township.<br />

Triana’s pillarless design is<br />

also convenient for many<br />

types of businesses.<br />

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TROPICANA TEAMS UP<br />

WITH HOSTASTAY<br />

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<strong>Tropicana</strong> has appointed the No 1 Short Stay<br />

Management Company in Malaysia – HostAStay<br />

Sdn Bhd (“HostAStay”) as its tenancy management<br />

service provider for TwinPines Serviced Suites in<br />

<strong>Tropicana</strong> Grandhill, Genting Highlands and Assana<br />

Serviced Suites in <strong>Tropicana</strong> Cenang, Langkawi.<br />

This collaboration synergises <strong>Tropicana</strong>’s high-value<br />

property portfolio in key tourism hotspots with<br />

HostAStay’s established track record for excellence<br />

in the short-term accommodation segment. <strong>The</strong><br />

initiative is also set to drive hassle-free returns for<br />

<strong>Tropicana</strong> purchasers and homeowners.<br />

In addition, the move leverages on HostAStay’s<br />

exclusive partnership with Tujia, China’s largest<br />

homestay operator with over 1.4 million homes<br />

listed online. With a 100% year-on-year booking<br />

commitment to HostAStay, Tujia’s participation<br />

ensures steady footfall to properties under the<br />

platform’s purview, maximising rental growth as<br />

international borders reopen. Joanne Lee, <strong>Tropicana</strong>’s<br />

Senior Managing Director of Marketing & Sales<br />

division expressed her appreciation for the strategic<br />

partnership during the signing of Memorandum of<br />

Understanding (“MoU”) between the two at the<br />

<strong>Tropicana</strong> Experiential Hall, <strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens<br />

Office Tower in Kota Damansara. “Throughout the<br />

years, <strong>Tropicana</strong> has built a reputation as one of<br />

the leading developers in Malaysia, Redefining the<br />

Art of Living through our unique development DNA<br />

as well as smart partnerships with many reputable<br />

corporations. Our strategic collaboration aims<br />

to bring value to homeowners and residents at<br />

<strong>Tropicana</strong> Grandhill and <strong>Tropicana</strong> Cenang.<br />

With HostAStay as a partner, we will deliver<br />

technology-enabled dynamic pricing for maximised<br />

rental returns, round-the-clock concierge, cleaning<br />

and maintenance services, and much more. <strong>The</strong>se<br />

features will further enhance guest and resident<br />

satisfaction, facilitating value appreciation in the<br />

long-term,” she said. “As a globetrotter and believer<br />

in Humanising Technology, I foresee a worldwide<br />

rise in homestay and tourism arrivals as pent-up<br />

demand reasserts itself,” said Jordan Oon, Founder<br />

and CEO of HostAStay.<br />

Joanne Lee,<br />

<strong>Tropicana</strong>’s Senior<br />

Managing Director<br />

of Marketing & Sales<br />

(right) inked the MoU<br />

with Jordan Oon,<br />

Founder and CEO of<br />

HostAStay (left)


TROPICANA MAGAZINE<br />

RIUH RAYA WITH TROPICANA<br />

AND OHBULAN!<br />

<strong>Tropicana</strong> teamed up with OhBulan! to bring festive<br />

cheer to more than 160 children at Pusat Jagaan<br />

Cahaya Kasih Bestari, Shah Alam during Ramadhan<br />

recently. As seen in the festive short <strong>Tropicana</strong><br />

Warnai Aidilfitri Dengan Mendefinisi Semula Seni<br />

Kehidupan Mereka, the charitable endeavour saw<br />

the donation of essentials, footwear, and books to<br />

the orphanage. In compliance with SOP, 20 children<br />

from the home were invited for a fun day of shopping<br />

and exciting activities at <strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens Mall<br />

and the <strong>Tropicana</strong> Heights Central Park, as well as<br />

buka puasa at <strong>Tropicana</strong> Golf & Country Resort’s<br />

celebrated Santapan 29 Malam dinner buffet.<br />

<strong>The</strong>ir outing was documented by OhBulan! and<br />

hosted by the ever-energetic Danial Nawawi, whose<br />

lively personality brightened up the day as he guided<br />

the children through their celebrations. Watch this<br />

engaging video online at https://www.facebook.<br />

com/tropicanacorp/videos/683569602912588/<br />

Jared Ang, Group Executive Director of <strong>Tropicana</strong><br />

conveyed the principles driving <strong>Tropicana</strong>’s<br />

charitable initiatives, as well as the importance of<br />

delivering assistance to underprivileged community.<br />

“Every single year without fail, <strong>Tropicana</strong> engages<br />

with communities celebrating Ramadhan. With the<br />

relaxation of SOPs, we decided to host a day of<br />

fun and exciting activities to cheer up children<br />

in need. We’re very proud of this charitable<br />

partnership with OhBulan! together with the<br />

support of our subsidiaries like <strong>Tropicana</strong> Golf &<br />

Country Resort and <strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens Mall. This<br />

also underscores our commitment to Redefining<br />

the Art of Living, Sharing, and Caring through<br />

and through,” he said.<br />

<strong>The</strong> visit began at <strong>Tropicana</strong> Heights’ 16-acre<br />

Central Park, where the children enjoyed a morning<br />

of fun in the sun next to the development’s 750m<br />

linear lake. <strong>The</strong>ir itinerary included activities such<br />

as cycling, basketball, and traditional games.<br />

<strong>The</strong>y were then taken to <strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens<br />

Mall, where they received duit Raya packets<br />

after which they were invited to start their Raya<br />

wishlist at BookXcess, one of Malaysia’s leading<br />

book retailers. Sports Paragon also welcomed<br />

the children to its flagship store, where they<br />

were treated to goodie bags containing sandals,<br />

snacks, and face masks. Rounding out the festive<br />

giving, the children chose shoes from brands<br />

such as Peak and Kronos to set the pace for the<br />

coming year.<br />

Riuh Raya at <strong>Tropicana</strong> Golf<br />

& Country Resort<br />

Seen here: Muhammad<br />

Dehya Mohd Gzahari,<br />

Manager, Pusat Jagaan<br />

Cahaya Kasih Bestari (front<br />

row, far left) with Malaysian<br />

host and personality Danial<br />

Nawawi (front row, far right)<br />

Scan the QR<br />

Code to watch<br />

the short film<br />

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JULY/AUGUST <strong>2022</strong> PROPERTY<br />

MALAYSIA’S LARGEST<br />

THAI FESTIVAL AT TROPICANA<br />

GARDENS MALL<br />

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<strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens Mall, the retail arm of <strong>Tropicana</strong>,<br />

partnered with the Royal Thai Embassy and<br />

Thailand’s Department of International Trade<br />

Promotion to host Malaysia’s largest Thai festival,<br />

Think Thailand. <strong>The</strong> 12-day extravaganza, which<br />

began on 26 May <strong>2022</strong> offered shoppers the<br />

opportunity to experience the best of Thailand<br />

with exciting activities such as cooking and martial<br />

arts demonstrations, lively cultural performances, a<br />

Thai bazaar, and more. Think Thailand leverages on<br />

revitalised retail interest. Andrew Ashvin, Managing<br />

Director of <strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens Mall & Group Assets<br />

Management, shared more on the mall’s aspirations<br />

to provide a vibrant mix of engaging activities for<br />

shoppers and visitors.<br />

“Malaysians are ready to shop, dine out, and travel<br />

again, and <strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens Mall aims to cater to<br />

this demand and provide more exciting experiences<br />

with Think Thailand. Thanks to our partners in the<br />

Royal Thai Embassy and Department of International<br />

Trade Promotion, the festival will feature authentic<br />

Thai experiences for visitors to enjoy, as well as<br />

products from more than 50 Thai exporters at over 50<br />

booths onsite. It also aligns with evolving consumer<br />

preferences for experiential engagement in retail,<br />

following shifts to digital and online platforms<br />

during the lockdown, as <strong>Tropicana</strong> continues<br />

Redefining the Art of Shopping,” he said. Visitors<br />

to the mall had the chance to sample an array<br />

of Thai delicacies, including those from Thai<br />

SELECT restaurants, as well as the Thailand<br />

International Halal Showcase. Other attractions<br />

included Muai Thai demonstrations and a boxing<br />

tournament. Thai products were also showcased<br />

throughout the festival, including newly-launched<br />

and specially-priced goods. Among the many<br />

brands represented at Think Thailand were<br />

Jonesalid, ChaTraMue, J-Deli, HappiLuv, and<br />

Hommern, covering a varied range of food &<br />

beverage, lifestyle, beauty products and more.<br />

“We are pleased to work with <strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens<br />

Mall in encouraging Malaysians to Think Thailand.<br />

With its strategic location, spacious design and<br />

prime connectivity, the mall is well suited as a venue<br />

for the festival,” said Chainarong Keratiyutwong,<br />

Ambassador of Thailand to Malaysia.<br />

Official launch of Think<br />

Thailand at <strong>Tropicana</strong><br />

Gardens Mall<br />

Worawan Wanwil,<br />

Minister Counsellor and<br />

Director of Thailand’s<br />

Department of International<br />

Trade Promotion (back<br />

row, 10th from left);<br />

Chainarong Keratiyutwong,<br />

Ambassador of Thailand<br />

to Malaysia (back row<br />

centre); Dion Tan, Executive<br />

Director, <strong>Tropicana</strong><br />

Corporation Berhad (back<br />

row, 10th from right); and<br />

Andrew Ashvin, Managing<br />

Director of <strong>Tropicana</strong><br />

Gardens Mall and Group<br />

Assets Management,<br />

<strong>Tropicana</strong> Corporation<br />

Berhad (back row, 7th from<br />

right), with distinguished<br />

guests of the Royal<br />

Embassy of Thailand and<br />

<strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens Mall


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TROPICANA PARTNERS<br />

WITH THE LOST FOOD<br />

PROJECT TO FIGHT<br />

HUNGER<br />

<strong>Tropicana</strong> Foundation, the charity arm of <strong>Tropicana</strong> collaborated<br />

with Malaysian non-profit organisation <strong>The</strong> Lost Food Project<br />

(“TLFP”) to channel surplus food to the needy. Together with<br />

its subsidiary, <strong>Tropicana</strong> Golf & Country Resort and Greenhouse<br />

Farm & Fishery (<strong>Tropicana</strong>’s agriculture arm), the team cleaned,<br />

wrapped and delivered 300kg of fish to six TLFP charity partners<br />

across Selangor. Jared Ang, Group Executive Director of <strong>Tropicana</strong>,<br />

elaborated on its ongoing humanitarian mission, in line with its<br />

sustainable development approach across its portfolio.<br />

“Hunger is a growing global concern as supply chain disruptions<br />

affect food prices and availability. Despite this, more than 4,000<br />

tonnes of avoidable food waste are generated in Malaysia each day.<br />

We remain consistent in our efforts to tackle this social issue by<br />

partnering with TLFP, as well as our subsidiary <strong>Tropicana</strong> Golf &<br />

Country Resort and agriculture arm Greenhouse Farm & Fishery, for<br />

the distribution of surplus fish stock to those in need, in line with<br />

<strong>Tropicana</strong>’s commitment to Redefining the Art of Caring throughout<br />

its townships and vertical communities,” he said. <strong>The</strong> donated fish<br />

comprised tilapia stock, a low-calorie food source packed with<br />

protein and nutrients such as vitamin B12 and selenium, which play<br />

an essential role in immune system function. <strong>The</strong> donated tilapia<br />

were carefully cleaned and vacuum-packed to preserve freshness<br />

prior to distribution.<br />

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In addition to its collaboration with TLFP, <strong>Tropicana</strong> Foundation<br />

also donated 180 care packs to the Tan Sri Muhyiddin Charity Golf<br />

Foundation (“TSMCGF”), in conjunction with the Founders Cup<br />

<strong>2022</strong> tournament held at the Kota Permai Golf & Country Club.<br />

<strong>The</strong> care packs included healthy baked goods, cutlery sets, mineral<br />

water and recycled bags. <strong>Tropicana</strong>’s partnerships with TLFP and<br />

TSMCGF underscore its commitment to engaging with and uplifting<br />

underprivileged segments of society, as part of its sustainable<br />

approach to environmental, social and corporate governance<br />

(“ESG”) principles.<br />

Handover of 180 care packs to TSMCGF. Serena Lim, Senior General Manager,<br />

Group Corporate & Marketing Communications of <strong>Tropicana</strong> (centre); Evelyn<br />

Wan and Chloe Lim, <strong>Tropicana</strong> Foundation Committee Members (first and<br />

second from left); Jenni Aznah, CEO & General Manager, TSMCGF (second<br />

from right); and Lana Asyikin, PR & Business Development, Fund Raising of<br />

TSMCGF (far right). Evelyn Wan, <strong>Tropicana</strong> Foundation Committee Member<br />

(far right) distributes tilapia stock to a representative from <strong>The</strong> Shepherd<br />

Caring Centre, a TLFP charity partner


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Our Men’s Open Champion Wilson Lian with General Manager Sharudin Kamarudin, General Manager Ravindran Varnagopal and Deputy General Manager David Wang<br />

THE CLUB CLOSE<br />

CHAMPIONSHIP<br />

RETURNS TO TGCR<br />

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Now that we’ve moved on into the endemic phase and normality<br />

returns, <strong>Tropicana</strong> Golf & Country Club’s (“TGCR”) is thrilled to bring<br />

back its Club Closed Championship.<br />

Wilson Lian conquering the bunker<br />

<strong>The</strong> championship was held over two weekends – the first on 18 and<br />

19 June and the second, 24 to 26 June <strong>2022</strong>. On the first weekend, we<br />

saw Francois Steynberg and Foong Zi Yu bagging the awards for Men<br />

Senior and Ladies category, respectively.<br />

On the following weekend, the Men Open category was then played<br />

out over three days and it proved to be a close game with Wilson Lian<br />

edging for the win on the final day, with just a point.<br />

<strong>The</strong> team at TGCR is grateful for all the support and would like to wish<br />

the heartiest of congratulations to all the winners.<br />

Maren Rasik (Golf & Sports Manager) with Flight of Lady Golfers<br />

participating


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5.30 PM - 10.30 PM<br />

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SATURDAY<br />

GOLF LOUNGE<br />

8 KM | 5 KM<br />

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and medal<br />

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and medal<br />

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and medal<br />

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and medal<br />

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and medal<br />

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and medal<br />

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N E W<br />

HIGHLANDS<br />

D E S T I N A T I O N<br />

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the art of living<br />

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FROM<br />

BATANG KALI<br />

TROPICANA<br />

AVALON<br />

TROPICANA<br />

PARADISE<br />

GOHTONG<br />

JAYA<br />

TROPICANA<br />

GRANDHILL<br />

MID HILL<br />

FROM<br />

KUALA LUMPUR<br />

FROM<br />

KUANTAN<br />

TROPICANA WINDCITY THE NEXT<br />

ELEVATED LIFESTYLE DESTINATION<br />

Set to charge up the lush surroundings of Genting Highlands, <strong>Tropicana</strong> is proud to unveil <strong>Tropicana</strong> WindCity, a mega<br />

development with three distinguished master plans. With a landbank spanning 596 acres, each master township<br />

is distinctively different and purpose-built, featuring an interesting mix of freehold residential, commercial and<br />

recreational offerings.<br />

<strong>The</strong> perfect getaway from the hustle and bustle of the city, <strong>Tropicana</strong> WindCity is at an altitude of 3,000 feet, allowing<br />

for residents and holidaymakers to indulge in the cool climate and natural environs.


GENTING<br />

HIGHLANDS<br />

THE PEAK<br />

LIFE<br />

IS IN THE AIR<br />

A 112-ACRE WHOLESOME & HOLISTIC CITY<br />

CURATED WITH AN ARRAY OF EVERLASTING<br />

LIFESTYLE OFFERINGS.<br />

LAUGH<br />

IS IN THE AIR<br />

A 308-ACRE VIBRANT & ENERGETIC<br />

ENTERTAINMENT CITY POWERED UP BY<br />

SPACES THAT CREATE LIVELY HAPPENINGS<br />

AND RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES.<br />

CURRENT LANDBANK<br />

596 ACRES<br />

TOTAL DEVELOPMENT<br />

This mega development comprises three master plans, namely <strong>Tropicana</strong><br />

Grandhill, <strong>Tropicana</strong> Paradise and <strong>Tropicana</strong> Avalon. <strong>Tropicana</strong> Grandhill was<br />

launched last year with the unveiling of TwinPines Serviced Suites. <strong>The</strong> first<br />

phase of this development, the residential parcel will be followed by the<br />

education, commercial and wellness hub.<br />

TROPICANA GRANDHILL TROPICANA PARADISE TROPICANA AVALON<br />

112 ACRES 308 ACRES 176 ACRES<br />

LOVE<br />

IS IN THE AIR<br />

A 176-ACRE INTIMATE AND LUXURIOUS<br />

TOWNSHIP ENCAPSULATING THE MOST<br />

EXQUISITE AND FINESSE LIFESTYLE<br />

EXPERIENCES.


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LIVE HIGH, LIVE MIGHTY<br />

AT THE TOP OF<br />

GENTING HIGHLANDS<br />

Sited high up among the clouds is one of Malaysia’s top tourist destinations, Genting<br />

Highlands. <strong>The</strong> draw of this hill station city lies in its perfect trifecta - entertainment,<br />

recreation and cool environs. This makes the locale an equally covetable weekend<br />

getaway or even better, a holiday home destination.<br />

Located under an hour’s drive away from Kuala Lumpur, Genting Highlands is a magnet<br />

for travellers and holidaymakers from Kuala Lumpur and the Klang Valley, and even as<br />

far as Singapore.<br />

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Its constellation of entertainment and recreational options<br />

complete with dining and shopping option as presented by<br />

Resorts World Genting has solidify the position of this highland<br />

retreat as the City of Entertainment. Now, with the opening of<br />

Genting SkyWorlds <strong>The</strong>me Park, the stage is set for an even<br />

more thrilling ride.<br />

As the country’s international borders are now open, an<br />

upswing in tourist arrivals is expected and the lure of<br />

adventure and adrenaline cannot be denied. With the return of<br />

visitors, this heralds an increase in job opportunities, and over<br />

time, lead to a rise in demand for residential and commercial<br />

properties in the area.<br />

<strong>The</strong> action at the top has also spilled down to mid-hill Genting as<br />

towns such as Gohtong Jaya and Genting Sempah gain popularity<br />

with tourists looking for an alternative, localised experience.<br />

Ecotourism and even medical tourism are also set to be some of<br />

the game-changers that will spur development further.<br />

With this in mind, <strong>Tropicana</strong> has envisioned a new mega<br />

development for the highland that is <strong>Tropicana</strong> WindCity.<br />

A curation in progress, <strong>Tropicana</strong> WindCity will encompass<br />

<strong>Tropicana</strong> Grandhill, <strong>Tropicana</strong> Paradise and <strong>Tropicana</strong> Avalon,<br />

each offering its own lifestyle components.<br />

Come take a tour of Genting Highlands with us and experience<br />

living life at the peak. Visit us at www.tropicanawindcity.com<br />

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PILLARS OF<br />

TROPICANA’S<br />

DNA<br />

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<strong>Tropicana</strong> has consistently been redefining the art of living for over four decades and has become a household name in community<br />

building. Our townships are created with our DNA, which places emphasis on eight aspects: accessibility, connectivity, innovative<br />

concepts and designs, generous open spaces, amenities, facilities, multi-tiered security, and quality. We are driven by our passion<br />

to be one of the nation’s premier property developers, offering appealing and valuable products. We continue to build fullyintegrated<br />

townships and developments with an emphasis on meeting the needs of our clients.<br />

Accessibility<br />

Connectivity<br />

Innovative<br />

concepts and<br />

designs<br />

Generous open<br />

spaces<br />

Amenities Facilities Multi-tiered<br />

security<br />

Quality<br />

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<strong>Tropicana</strong> Paradise’s proposed<br />

retail and entertainment<br />

amenities such as a multi-level<br />

glass tower, indoor theme park<br />

and convention centre<br />

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Double celebration:<br />

Unveiling of <strong>Tropicana</strong><br />

WindCity and T Privilege<br />

loyalty programme. From<br />

left to right: Joanne Lee,<br />

Senior Managing Director,<br />

Marketing & Sales of<br />

<strong>Tropicana</strong>; Jared Ethan<br />

Ang, Group Executive<br />

Director of <strong>Tropicana</strong>;<br />

Dion Tan, Group Managing<br />

Director of <strong>Tropicana</strong> and<br />

Lee Han Ming, Deputy<br />

Chairman, Property<br />

Development of <strong>Tropicana</strong><br />

THE GRAND LAUNCH OF<br />

TROPICANA WINDCITY<br />

On 16 June <strong>2022</strong>, <strong>Tropicana</strong> marked a significant milestone as it<br />

celebrated two momentous achievements for the Group - the<br />

unveiling of <strong>Tropicana</strong> WindCity in Genting Highlands and the<br />

improved T Privilege loyalty programme. Strategically located<br />

at the mid-hill of this tourist hotspot, <strong>Tropicana</strong> plans to build<br />

a holistic 596 acres township comprising three masterplans:<br />

<strong>Tropicana</strong> Grandhill, <strong>Tropicana</strong> Paradise and <strong>Tropicana</strong> Avalon,<br />

spread across 112 acres, 308 acres and 176 acres respectively.<br />

<strong>Tropicana</strong> also unveiled T Privilege, an improved loyalty<br />

programme anchored by the <strong>Tropicana</strong> 360 mobile app.<br />

Launched in 2011, <strong>Tropicana</strong> Privilege Card was the first<br />

property loyalty programme introduced by the Group. <strong>The</strong><br />

all-improved T Privilege aims to offer more benefits to its<br />

property purchasers as well as the community across the<br />

Group’s ecosystem. Through T Privilege, <strong>Tropicana</strong> members<br />

can enjoy special rebates to their next property purchase and<br />

experience a host of benefits when they dine, play or stay in<br />

<strong>Tropicana</strong>’s affiliates, from retail and golf resort to hospitality.<br />

Members can leverage on the programme’s 65 merchant<br />

partners and brands, specially curated for the unveiling with<br />

plans to offer more exciting merchants in the future. Dion<br />

Tan, Group Managing Director of <strong>Tropicana</strong>, enthused on<br />

how <strong>Tropicana</strong> has constantly evolved and transformed<br />

with the times, from pioneering the first resort-style<br />

<strong>Tropicana</strong> Golf & Country Resort to the Group’s recent<br />

growth with the vibrant <strong>Tropicana</strong> WindCity and loyalty<br />

programme.<br />

“Standing on a 596 acres site, we plan to build a holistic<br />

retail, recreational and residential oasis at Genting<br />

Highlands mid-hill. <strong>Tropicana</strong> WindCity is envisioned<br />

with <strong>Tropicana</strong> Paradise as the catalyst, offering an<br />

entertainment haven at the heart of the township. This<br />

vibrant blueprint will chart a new growth horizon for our<br />

Group as well as marks our first marketing expansion into<br />

the international market across the Asia Pacific region.<br />

We are pleased to note that we have already registered<br />

interest from various companies, underscoring the rising<br />

interest in our highland development, and we look<br />

forward to and invite more exciting collaborations in the<br />

near future,” he said.<br />

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GRANDEUR ON<br />

HIGH GROUND<br />

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<strong>The</strong> pioneer of this mega development, <strong>Tropicana</strong> Grandhill, is<br />

conceptualised to embody the holistic and wholesome spirit of<br />

living life at the top, surrounded by the serenity of nature. This<br />

112 acres freehold mixed development features a fine collection of<br />

choice residential selections, refreshing recreational retreats and<br />

esteemed educational institutions.<br />

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Highlands<br />

To Kuala Lumpur<br />

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To Genting Highlands<br />

To Kuala Lumpur<br />

Wellness<br />

Hub<br />

International<br />

School<br />

Adventure<br />

Park<br />

TwinPines<br />

Serviced Suites<br />

Recreational<br />

Park<br />

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MASTER PLAN<br />

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PHASE 1<br />

PHASE 2<br />

PHASE 3<br />

Serviced Residence,<br />

Education,<br />

Commercial,<br />

Wellness Hub<br />

Recreational Park,<br />

Serviced Residence,<br />

Silver Hair Village<br />

Future<br />

Development<br />

RESIDENTIAL<br />

It offers resort-style living spaces with expansive forest<br />

views. Come luxuriate in its calming ambiance that<br />

will melt away stress and lighten worries. A carefully<br />

curated development, complete with professional<br />

short stay management services, it houses residential<br />

units for families of all sizes.<br />

EDUCATION<br />

Academic pursuits high up in the clouds is set to<br />

revolutionise learning for young minds. Sited amongst<br />

the greens, a host of international educational<br />

institutions is envisioned.<br />

COMMERCIAL<br />

Commercial spaces, including diverse dining options,<br />

are planned to capitalise on the immersive beauty of<br />

the surrounding environs with the use of cantilevered<br />

decks, placing one even closer to nature. In the mix too<br />

are celebrated retail brands, complete with nightlife<br />

and entertainment options.<br />

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WELLNESS<br />

Building on medical tourism, this is the perfect setting<br />

for medical and wellness practices to flourish. It is<br />

expected to feature health and welness facilities<br />

including a restorative & rehabilitative medical<br />

centre, beauty & aesthetic management clinics, and<br />

indulgently pampering spas.


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PARKS<br />

At the social heart of the masterplan are proposed refreshing and<br />

rejuvenating pocket parks on top of the adventure parkland filled<br />

with adrenaline-pumping outdoor attractions for group activities.<br />

SILVER HAIR<br />

Giving retirement living a green twist, this envisioned experiential<br />

co-living locality is designed with facilities to cater to personal and<br />

social needs where dedicated assistance and medical support are<br />

accessible.<br />

TWINPINES SERVICED SUITES<br />

A secluded sanctuary with an urban soul, TwinPines is our highlands first<br />

residential development in the 112 acres of <strong>Tropicana</strong> Grandhill offering<br />

serviced suites with curated retail spaces for genuine resort living<br />

enveloped by bracing, fresh air and invigorating greens.<br />

FEATURES<br />

• 1,443 units<br />

• 379 sq ft – 1,330 sq ft<br />

• Versatile units layout with dual-key concept, 13 layout plans<br />

• Views overlooking Genting Highlands and green forest<br />

• Resort-style facilities and amenities<br />

• Holistic living enveloped by nature’s beauty<br />

• Professional property management services<br />

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PARADISE<br />

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REALISED<br />

Complementing the vibrant scene of Genting Highlands is the 308<br />

acres <strong>Tropicana</strong> Paradise, the star attraction of <strong>Tropicana</strong> WindCity. As<br />

the main catalyst of the mega masterplanned development, <strong>Tropicana</strong><br />

Paradise is envisioned as an integrated entertainment hub spanning<br />

a total of 2.5 million sq ft to offer endless fun activities, lively events<br />

and recreational activities for an exciting, immersive experience for all<br />

in the family.<br />

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CABLE CAR<br />

RESERVE TO<br />

GENTING PERMAI<br />

TO RESORTS<br />

WORLD<br />

GENTING<br />

FUTURE<br />

EXPANSION<br />

9.60 ACRES<br />

ENTERTAINMENT<br />

PARADISE<br />

INTERNAL C ABLE C AR LINE<br />

INTERNAL CABLE CAR LINE<br />

CABLE CAR<br />

RESERVE TO<br />

PAVILION<br />

GENTING<br />

PLOT 1<br />

28 ACRES<br />

ENTERTAINMENT<br />

PARADISE<br />

TO KUALA<br />

LUMPUR<br />

PHASE 1<br />

PHASE 2 PHASE 3 UTILITY<br />

CABLE CAR<br />

STATION<br />

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Alongside this gigantic entertainment complex are<br />

planned serviced residences and luxurious 5-star hotels.<br />

An integrated transportation hub is also proposed with a<br />

complete network of cable car, tram line, bus depot and car<br />

park complex.<br />

TROPICANA PARADISE<br />

• 308 acres<br />

• Freehold<br />

• 3,000 ft above sea level<br />

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Clockwise; Forest<br />

Artrium; Sliding;<br />

Interior Garden<br />

PROPOSED FEATURES<br />

• Transportation hub<br />

• Convention centre<br />

• Retail space<br />

• 5-Star hotels & branded residences<br />

• Multi-level glass tower<br />

• Forest atrium<br />

• International gardens<br />

• Music & entertainment space<br />

• Roller skating rink<br />

• Snow & ski park<br />

• Rock climbing<br />

• Go-kart park<br />

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SKY SANCTUARY<br />

<strong>The</strong> luxurious haven that is <strong>Tropicana</strong> Avalon, is set amongst<br />

lush natural landscape with all of its 176 acres playing host to<br />

the finest selection of wellness offerings, artisanal elements<br />

and aesthetic attractions.<br />

This development up in the sky will be distinguished by six<br />

unique planned precincts – Floral Paradise, Arts & Lights, Retail<br />

Boulevard, Eco-Adventure, Wellness Haven, and Forest Enclave –<br />

each carved out for the pure indulgence of all in the family.<br />

TROPICANA AVALON<br />

• 176 acres<br />

• Freehold<br />

• 4,000 ft above sea level<br />

PROPOSED FEATURES<br />

• FLORAL PARADISE with a plethora of colourful blooms along<br />

streetscapes and on iconic towers<br />

• ARTS & LIGHTS for art-inspired architecture, Instagram-worthy<br />

murals and illumination installation that will sing to all creative souls<br />

• RETAIL BOULEVARD with eco-themed high fashion outlets and<br />

alfresco boulevard for elevated dining experiences in nature<br />

• ECO-ADVENTURE for activities in nature for the young and old<br />

set amidst dynamic architectural forms<br />

• WELLNESS HAVEN with rejuvenating indulgences from<br />

wholesome treatments to meditation pavilions in the forest<br />

• FOREST ENCLAVE for residential enclave with distinct forest<br />

themes – tropical forest, alpine forest and bamboo forest –<br />

promising exclusivity and privacy<br />

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CABLE CAR<br />

CONNECTION TO<br />

GENTING SKYWAY<br />

STATION<br />

(Existing Station)<br />

N<br />

ZONE 1<br />

FLORAL PARADISE<br />

ZONE 2<br />

ARTS & LIGHTS<br />

ZONE 3<br />

RETAIL BOULEVARD<br />

ZONE 4<br />

ECO-ADVENTURE<br />

ZONE 5<br />

WELLNESS HAVEN<br />

ZONE 6<br />

FOREST ENCLAVE<br />

CABLE CAR STATION<br />

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JULY/AUGUST <strong>2022</strong> JOHOR SPECIAL EDITION<br />

NATURE MEETS<br />

ENTERTAINMENT:<br />

PARADISE<br />

REDEFINED<br />

Come luxuriate in the sights and sounds high up<br />

in the sky, be it nature or modern comforts<br />

Welcome to Genting Highlands, the city of entertainment with its<br />

dazzling lights and the exciting buzz of theme parks and casino.<br />

Come explore too, the hidden wild side of this highland destination.<br />

Its rolling green hills and cloud forest are just as inviting, a gift from<br />

Mother Nature just waiting to be discovered.<br />

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Get onboard the cable car to<br />

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RIDE THE CABLE CAR<br />

If convenience and comfort is key for you, then hop on the cable car and<br />

go for a ride on the Awana SkyWay. You will be treated to a spectacular<br />

bird’s eye view of the 130-million-year-old rainforest surrounding<br />

Genting Highlands. <strong>The</strong>re is also the glass floor gondola to make the<br />

ride even more thrilling.<br />

<strong>Tropicana</strong> Paradise is set to be less than 10km away from the Awana<br />

SkyWay.


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GO HIKING<br />

A drive down the main road from Genting Highlands<br />

to the mid-hill point will bring you to the entry point<br />

of the trail up Gunung Bunga Buah. Rising up to 1,430<br />

metres above sea level, a guide is advised. <strong>The</strong> way up<br />

can get really muddy and slippery so check the weather<br />

first! What is most rewarding is the mossy forest that<br />

will greet you near the top.<br />

Located within a 2km radius from <strong>Tropicana</strong> Grandhill,<br />

the trail leading up to Gunung Bunga Buah is literally in<br />

the backyard of the development.<br />

GO ON A SHOPPING SPREE<br />

Refresh your wardrobe with top designer labels from<br />

Genting Highlands Premium Outlets. From Burberry to<br />

Salvatore Ferragamo, the choices are endless as there<br />

are 150 outlet stores to shop from and at delightfully<br />

affordable prices too.<br />

<strong>Tropicana</strong> Paradise is set to be less than 10km away<br />

from the Genting Highlands Premium Outlets.<br />

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EXPLORE SOME CULTURE<br />

Visit the Chin Swee Caves Temple for a sweeping,<br />

panoramic view of Genting Highlands. Located on a<br />

rocky slope, a trip to the temple looks set to be an<br />

enlightening experience, allowing visitors to deep<br />

dive into the Chinese culture. Star attractions include<br />

the 9-storey pagoda and a huge statue of Buddha set<br />

against the backdrop of a lush jungle.<br />

<strong>Tropicana</strong> Avalon will be within a 10km radius of Chin<br />

Swee Caves Temple.


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WINE AND DINE<br />

Delectable treats or local flavours, tantalise your<br />

senses with the wide array of cuisine and dishes up<br />

here in Genting Highlands. Offerings are aplenty up<br />

here including Burger & Lobster, Il Lago, Five Guys,<br />

and <strong>The</strong> Laughing Fish by Harry Ramsden or head to<br />

Gohtong Jaya at mid-hill for a generous selection of<br />

local favourites.<br />

<strong>Tropicana</strong> Avalon will be within a 10km radius of these<br />

hot dining spots.<br />

FOLLOW THE FOOD TRAIL<br />

In support of the community, venture out and eat like<br />

the locals. Delicious alternatives are aplenty all the<br />

way from Janda Baik to Bukit Tinggi and even as far as<br />

Bentong. Check out Fantasy Valley Restaurant at Bukit<br />

Tinggi where you can dine in nature, complete with a<br />

river and greeneries.<br />

<strong>Tropicana</strong> Avalon will be within a 10km radius of these<br />

hot dining spots.<br />

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THE DURIAN HUNTER<br />

Calling all durian lovers, there is no other place than<br />

Pahang for all things durian. Get educated about the<br />

King of Fruits as you indulgence in its creamy goodness.<br />

Farms and orchards are aplenty here and we spotted a<br />

few in the vicinity including Jimmy’s Durian Orchard in<br />

Karak.<br />

<strong>Tropicana</strong> Grandhill is approximately 46km away the<br />

orchard.


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GETTING TO KNOW JUMBO<br />

Famed for its rich diversity of flora and fauna, Pahang<br />

is also home to an elephant sanctuary, the<br />

Kuala Gandah Elephant Conservation Centre in<br />

Lanchang. Children would love the opportunity to<br />

see these majestic creatures up close and personal<br />

and visitors are also given the chance to bathe the<br />

elephants in the river, if the conditions are right.<br />

<strong>Tropicana</strong> Grandhill is approximately 80km away the<br />

centre.<br />

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VISIT THE FALLS<br />

Nestled within acres of greens, it’s time to reconnect with<br />

Mother Nature and explore hidden waterfalls. Located<br />

about an hour’s drive away from Genting Highlands is the<br />

Lata Hammer Waterfall in Bentong. What’s impressive<br />

about this hidden fall is its huge and equally deep pool.<br />

This perfectly divine Zen zone is the place to escape from<br />

demanding day-to-day life chores. Or opt for a closer fall.<br />

Lata Tampit, nearby Janda Baik, is a 7-tier waterfall that<br />

makes for a restful respite.<br />

From the TwinPines Serviced Suites, Lata Tampit,<br />

Kampung Janda Baik is about 17km away or a<br />

30-minute ride and Lata Hammer Waterfall, Bentong is<br />

an estimated 37km away or about a 40-minute drive.


JULY/AUGUST <strong>2022</strong> SOJOURN<br />

ANIME<br />

ATTRACTION<br />

Studio Ghibli’s success stems from the fact that it was formed<br />

to explore the human psyche via poetic stories<br />

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<strong>The</strong> Ghibli<br />

Museum


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Totoro. Photo<br />

from IMDb<br />

Arrietty. Photo from<br />

pastemagazine.com<br />

Spirited Away. Photo<br />

from thecrimson.com<br />

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Ponyo. Photo<br />

from lwlies.com<br />

Kiki's Delivery<br />

Service. Photo from<br />

theguardian.com


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Ponyo. Photo<br />

from d23.com<br />

Howl's Moving<br />

Castle. Photo<br />

from imdb.com<br />

For decades, audiences around the world have been captivated by Japanese animation's<br />

distinct style and sense of whimsy, and this holds true for everything from the plot to the<br />

artwork as well as cultural references and ideas featured in the shows. What adds to the<br />

appeal is that the anime narratives and characters are grounded in reality, as are their<br />

problems. And because of the freedom of visual expression, anime producers can make<br />

these stories appear larger than life. <strong>The</strong> most well-known Japanese animation studio<br />

is Studio Ghibli, which was established in 1985 by Isao Takahata and Hayao Miyazaki.<br />

<strong>The</strong>re’s even a Ghibli Museum in Mitaka, Japan, which was launched in October 2001 as<br />

a joint venture between Studio Ghibli and the Tokuma Memorial Cultural Foundation for<br />

Animation, while a Ghibli Park is set to open in November this year in Nagakute. It will<br />

feature attractions based on Studio Ghibli’s movies. Unlike other animation studios, Studio<br />

Ghibli was founded to explore the human pscyhe and offer audiences poetic stories that<br />

would express its complexities.<br />

It has produced more than 20 films many of which opened at the top of the box office<br />

in Japan the year they were released. One of Hayao’s most popular films Spirited Away,<br />

which was released in 2001 earned over ¥30 billion (RM1 billion) at the box office. Film<br />

critics and animators from across the world have also awarded Studio Ghibli’s films with<br />

several awards and critical praise. Spirited Away got the 2003 Academy Award for Best<br />

Animated Feature Film and the Golden Bear prize at the 2002 Berlin International Film<br />

Festival. <strong>The</strong> studio’s <strong>The</strong> Wind Rises, <strong>The</strong> Tale of the Princess Kaguya, When Marnie Was<br />

<strong>The</strong>re, and <strong>The</strong> Red Turtle have also been nominated for the Academy Awards for Best<br />

Animated Feature Film. According to <strong>The</strong> New York Times, the next project will be Hayao’s<br />

last Studio Ghibli film. <strong>The</strong> 81-year-old and producer Toshio Suzuki gave little details about<br />

it, but it is said to be based on Genzaburo Yoshino’s 1937 novel, How Do You Live? <strong>The</strong><br />

protagonist is a 15-year-old boy in Tokyo whose father just died. He is small for his age and<br />

often gets into trouble.<br />

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Laputa: Castle<br />

In <strong>The</strong> Sky.<br />

Photo from<br />

dazeddigital.com


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GREAT<br />

GETAWAYS<br />

<strong>The</strong>re’s no better way to get away from it all than a staycation at<br />

W Kuala Lumpur or Courtyard by Marriott Penang, or both!<br />

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W Kuala Lumpur’s<br />

Mega Room


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<strong>The</strong> pool at WET Deck with a<br />

stunning background<br />

AWESOME OFFERS AT W KUALA LUMPUR<br />

Located in the heart of the city, nearby the Petronas Twin Towers<br />

and close to the Golden Triangle, a stay at W Kuala Lumpur offers<br />

an abundance of activities and attractions. Even the hotel has its<br />

own set of charms. Visit the Away Spa, where expert massages<br />

meet ambient chants. Work out at FIT and relax with a cocktail<br />

at WET Deck, the outdoor pool with views of the Petronas Twin<br />

Towers. <strong>The</strong> on-site restaurants offer a variety of food choices,<br />

while rooms at the five-star hotel come with Bluetooth sound bars,<br />

vibrant wall art and free Wi-Fi. Among the good deals available<br />

from now until 30 September <strong>2022</strong> is the Amp Up Your Stay<br />

deal, which invites guests to stay for a minimum of two nights<br />

for RM2,300 and receive a RM1,000 hotel credit redeemable at<br />

selected venues within the hotel.<br />

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Equally worthy is the Earn, Eat, Enjoy deal, which includes<br />

breakfast for up to two adults and two kids under the same room,<br />

and daily hotel credit of RM120 per room redeemable at Flock,<br />

YEN, Woobar and WET Deck. <strong>The</strong> Never Stop, Won't Stop package,<br />

which is ongoing until 22 December <strong>2022</strong>, would be appealing to<br />

those looking for some relaxation. It includes a daily breakfast (per<br />

person), a 60-minute detox massage (per person) at Away Spa<br />

(closed Mondays and Tuesdays), and a RM180 beverage and food<br />

credit (per person per night) at Flock, YEN or Woobar. For details,<br />

kindly call 03-2786 8888.


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AMAZING DEALS AT COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT PENANG<br />

<strong>The</strong> 199-room Courtyard by Marriott Penang is located along Jalan<br />

Macalister in the heart of UNESCO-listed George Town, making it<br />

easy to walk to the city’s famous landmarks and food destinations.<br />

While at the hotel, do check out Gin Library, the island’s first and<br />

only distillery-themed bar with stunning views of the skyline, and<br />

don’t forget to take a dip in the outdoor infinity pool overlooking<br />

Penang Hill. Need some food to satisfy your appetite? Penang<br />

Kitchen restaurant at the hotel serves scrumptious breakfast and<br />

an all-day dining menu featuring hearty and quick meals that will<br />

delight both business and leisure travellers.<br />

<strong>The</strong> restaurant is known for its quirky TEA-FIN - a combination of<br />

high tea and tiffin. Showcasing the heritage of Penang, sweet and<br />

savoury snacks are served in a three-tier Nyonya tiffin decorated in<br />

colourful enamel. Priced at RM72+ for 2 pax, this Afternoon Tea set<br />

is available daily from 2.30pm to 5.30pm. <strong>The</strong> experienced culinary<br />

staff at Penang Kitchen has also created a variety of tasty offerings<br />

that are sure to take guests and diners on a gourmet adventure.<br />

With the “serve-in-a-tray” concept, the signature Dulang Set<br />

comes with a spread of over 10 dishes from main to soup, desserts<br />

and drinks at only RM99.99+ per set. It is available from 12pm to<br />

2.30pm daily. With such great deals, it’s time to plan for a family<br />

getaway! Book a Deluxe Room and get 50% off on the second<br />

room! Offer includes complimentary breakfast at Penang Kitchen,<br />

kids eat free, late check-out till 3pm and more! For bookings, call<br />

04-297 2300 or email cy.pency@courtyard.com.


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Family meal time<br />

at Courtyard by<br />

Marriott Penang


JULY/AUGUST <strong>2022</strong> TROPICANA JOURNEY CLUB<br />

ELEVATE<br />

YOUR GAME<br />

Landscapes that create various fairways make golf more<br />

exciting. Here are some highland courses in Asia Pacific<br />

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Horai Country Club.<br />

Photo from angel-tourism.com<br />

HORAI COUNTRY CLUB, JAPAN<br />

<strong>The</strong> course here is set in a scenic countryside near the<br />

Nishinasuno Country Club. It is a gorgeous flat forest links course<br />

with reasonably narrow fairways bordered by red pine trees of<br />

similar height. <strong>The</strong> layout of the course includes some dogleg<br />

holes, elevated big greens and strategically-placed lakes. It has a<br />

tough layout and stunning landscape, which will make you want<br />

to come back and play again. Each and every green has intricate<br />

undulations, making it a challenge to putt on them. <strong>The</strong> 10th<br />

and 11th holes require an increased level of caution because the<br />

hazards come into play so effectively on those holes. High scores<br />

on these two holes will jeopardise your chances of winning.<br />

KARUIZAWA GOLF RESORT, JAPAN<br />

At an elevation of 1,300 metres above sea level, Kita-Karuizawa<br />

features two 18-hole courses namely the Asama course and the<br />

Shirakaba course where you can play in clean mountain air. In<br />

the middle of summer, temperatures seldom climb over 30°C,<br />

but in the spring and fall, the brilliant colours of nature provide<br />

a lovely backdrop to your game. In Karuizawa, you can stay in<br />

the luxurious Taiheiyo Club resort, which is referred to as ‘Villa<br />

the Club’. While here, don’t forget to check out the restaurants,<br />

which serve sumptuous Japanese, Chinese and Western cuisines.<br />

Because the resort has the capacity to host up to 200 visitors,<br />

it is an excellent choice for hosting company outings as well as<br />

retreats devoted to corporate training.<br />

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Part of Karuizawa Golf Resort.<br />

Photo from taiheiyoclub.com<br />

DONGPUSAN COUNTRY CLUB, KOREA<br />

Dongpusan Country Club is a 27-hole mountain course in<br />

Yangsan, with three 9-hole courses: the Hill Course, Lake Course<br />

and Valley Course. <strong>The</strong> Hill Course has bunkers, hazards and great<br />

landscapes. <strong>The</strong> tricky hole #9 par 4, which boasts an elevated<br />

tee box with green on the left side behind a pond at the end<br />

of a dogleg left, is one of the best holes on the Hill Course. <strong>The</strong><br />

hallmark hole on the Lake Course, #3 par 5, is 491 metres and<br />

plays straight uphill against the wind. <strong>The</strong> Valley Course’s par 4<br />

finishing hole is rated the most difficult, with multiple challenging<br />

characteristics including an uphill climb to the clubhouse and a<br />

slight dogleg right to the green.<br />

• In Malaysia, golf can be enjoyed in the highlands at Awana<br />

Genting Highlands Golf & Country Resort. It is just over 4 km or<br />

less than 10 minutes’ drive from <strong>Tropicana</strong> Grandhill<br />

Dongpusan Country Club.<br />

Photo from golfpass.com


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<strong>The</strong> initiative has achieved<br />

its goal of providing a new<br />

habitat for dragonflies


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POSITIVE<br />

SIGNS WITH<br />

DRAGONFLY<br />

BIOCONTROL<br />

<strong>Tropicana</strong>’s use of dragonflies as a biocontrol<br />

mechanism shows promising results<br />

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JULY/AUGUST <strong>2022</strong> NATURE<br />

Nearly a year has passed since the Tramea transmarina dragonfly larvae were released into a<br />

pond at <strong>Tropicana</strong> Golf & Country Resort ("TGCR") as a natural solution to suppress mosquito<br />

population and impede mosquito larvae growth. A dragonfly’s natural diet includes mosquitoes<br />

and flying insects near ponds. Dragonflies are precise and lethal hunters, catching almost 95% of<br />

their prey. A field survey was undertaken by dragonfly expert Dr Choong Chee Yen to establish<br />

whether or not the endeavour was effective, and the results were encouraging. “We conducted<br />

an observation at the pond on 18 February <strong>2022</strong> (about five months after releasing the larvae)<br />

and we’re pleased to report that the dragonflies are breeding successfully at the pond,” says<br />

the lecturer at Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) Faculty of Science and Technology.<br />

During the survey, it was discovered that the pond was home to a staggering six different<br />

dragonfly species in addition to the Tramea transmarina (commonly known as Saddlebag<br />

Glider) larvae that were first released into the pond. “This is a good sign since it indicates<br />

that the environment there is healthy,” Choong notes. It also suggests that the initiative has<br />

achieved its goal of providing a new habitat for the dragonflies used in the pilot project, as<br />

well as attracting other dragonfly species to converge at the ponds in TGCR. In addition to the<br />

role that dragonflies play in controlling the mosquito population by feeding on mosquitoes<br />

and their larvae, the project paves the way for the ponds to become an eco-tourism location<br />

suitable for dragonfly observation activities. <strong>The</strong> project, the first of its kind for a golf course,<br />

exemplifies <strong>Tropicana</strong>’s efforts to fulfil its commitment as a responsible developer by minimising<br />

the impact on natural ecosystems and biodiversity.<br />

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A dragonfly’s<br />

natural diet includes<br />

mosquitoes


JULY/AUGUST <strong>2022</strong> SWING TOOLS<br />

With the MGI Zip<br />

Navigator, you may play<br />

shots with less strain<br />

since you can walk at<br />

your leisure while your<br />

buggy does all the work.<br />

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ALL<br />

POWERED<br />

electric golf caddy is a great<br />

investment since it eliminates the<br />

effort in hauling your golf bag<br />

around, among other advantages<br />

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<strong>The</strong> Cart-Tek GRi-975-Li<br />

can go almost anywhere,<br />

even over tough terrain.<br />

It has a lithium ion<br />

battery, Dual High Torque<br />

Motors, and an Advanced<br />

Motor Braking Module.<br />

With two dual-bearing,<br />

free-rolling wheels<br />

and “supreme natural<br />

balance”, the Stewart<br />

Golf Q Follow is a<br />

machine you can trust<br />

while tackling a hilly<br />

course.<br />

<strong>The</strong> Bat-Caddy X4R<br />

caddy sports a hightech,<br />

lightweight,<br />

aluminum alloy frame.<br />

Its FCC-authorised<br />

remote control system<br />

can also be used up to<br />

100 yards away.<br />

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Kenji’s mural is filled<br />

with characters from<br />

Spirited Away


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Kenji poses with his<br />

wall art creations<br />

INSTA-WORTHY<br />

At <strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens Mall, renowned graffiti artist Kenji Chai<br />

has created murals inspired by a Japanese anime<br />

<strong>The</strong> next time you visit <strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens Mall, be sure to stop by the West Walk area on the ground<br />

floor, outside Starbucks Reserve, to admire the murals there. Kenji Chai, a celebrated graffiti artist<br />

whose masterpieces can be seen in several parts of Malaysia as well as in other countries, is the one<br />

who came up with the bold and bright wall art creations, worthy of being featured on Instagram.<br />

Due to the fact that there is a mural on either side of an almost spiral staircase, these works of art<br />

are incredibly arresting. “Many people take photos here and tag me on their social media accounts,”<br />

says Kenji. He adds that the murals were inspired by a Japanese anime called Spirited Away, which<br />

tells the story of a girl, Chihiro Ogino who, while relocating to a new neighborhood, enters the world<br />

of Kami (spirits of Japanese Shinto folklore). “Between 50 and 60 percent of the murals’ characters<br />

are based on the anime,” explains Kenji. According to him, creating the murals were difficult because<br />

he had to ascend ladders and stand on scaffoldings at various points. “<strong>The</strong> scaffoldings were not<br />

particularly stable, so I had a difficult time with them. It took me somewhere between 10 and 14 days<br />

to finish the murals”. Among the 40-year-old Sabah native’s other notable works include a 25-storey<br />

mural on the wall of the RED by Sirocco hotel, which got certified by the Malaysia Book of Records as<br />

the tallest mural in the country. Kenji, who has been invited to paint murals in over 20 countries, has<br />

also partnered with brands such as BMW, Puma, Netflix, Vans and of course, Starbucks.<br />

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JULY/AUGUST <strong>2022</strong> DIY<br />

ART AND<br />

CULTURAL<br />

FUN<br />

<strong>Tropicana</strong> Cenang’s Cultural Day<br />

included everything from traditional<br />

games to a batik workshop<br />

<strong>Tropicana</strong> Cenang in Langkawi recently held a Cultural<br />

Day as part of its efforts to promote traditional arts,<br />

crafts and culture as well as commemorate the Hari<br />

Raya celebrations. <strong>The</strong> event attracted 30 walk-in<br />

visitors, mainly tourists who were visiting the island. It<br />

was a fun day for everyone as they had the chance to<br />

sample local delights, listen to live gamelan music and<br />

a keroncong band, take part in traditional games and<br />

learn how to make batik. <strong>The</strong> event, often held during<br />

festive celebrations, is also part of <strong>Tropicana</strong>’s aim to<br />

strengthen ties with the community. People of all ages<br />

were engrossed in the activities, including children who<br />

were occupied throughout the batik workshop.<br />

Guests were treated<br />

to a gamelan<br />

performance<br />

It is a good idea to teach children about batik at an early<br />

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age so that they may gain a basic understanding of the<br />

art form and hopefully develop an appreciation for<br />

the traditional fabric. “I have high hopes that the new<br />

generation will be able to contribute to the production<br />

of quality batik. I have no doubt that up-and-coming<br />

designers will incorporate batik into their collections.<br />

In another ten years, I anticipate that people would<br />

wear batik for both work and play,” Kapten Batik<br />

co-founder, Farhan Omar comments. <strong>The</strong> brand’s other<br />

founder Ekram Faiz, thinks that the market will become<br />

more competitive and that inventive batik production<br />

methods will increase. He notes that it will generate<br />

more employment possibilities for Malaysians. “Batik<br />

is one-of-a-kind because it is made skilfully by hand<br />

rather than machine-made. Despite being produced in<br />

the same batch, each piece of batik is unique. Seeing<br />

the fresh and brilliant colour after a dyeing process is<br />

such a wonderful treat.”<br />

Children learning<br />

how to make batik<br />

An exciting day at<br />

<strong>Tropicana</strong> Cenang


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Playing congkak,<br />

a traditional<br />

Malay game


MAY/JUNE <strong>2022</strong> COVER STORY<br />

WATCH<br />

THIS<br />

SPACE<br />

At 27, So Shien Yong already owns a company and could be a<br />

trailblazer in the field of smart device upgrades and customisation<br />

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So Shien Yong has always wanted to own a<br />

<strong>Tropicana</strong> property ever since he was a boy,<br />

and he has his heart set on a lovely corner lot<br />

at <strong>Tropicana</strong> Golf & Country Resort (“TGCR”) in<br />

Petaling Jaya. While he is still working towards<br />

that goal, the young man has at least been able<br />

to partner with <strong>Tropicana</strong> in April this year. “I<br />

remember seeing a corner lot property for sale<br />

at TGCR when I was in high school.<br />

To one day acquire a property there would<br />

be a blessing!” he exclaims, adding that the<br />

opportunity to collaborate with <strong>Tropicana</strong><br />

recently was an added advantage and<br />

motivation for him. <strong>The</strong> founder and director<br />

of Flawless Group Sdn Bhd, which creates<br />

Apple Watch covers under the brand name<br />

Amarald Co., says his company had an event<br />

at the <strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens Office Tower where<br />

his clients were invited to collect their Amarald<br />

Co. sets at the Experiential Hall, a luxurious<br />

event space with breathtaking views of a golf<br />

club. “As a start-up company, working with<br />

<strong>Tropicana</strong>, which has developed impressive<br />

landmarks throughout Malaysia, is a huge<br />

honour for us.” He notes that his company’s<br />

values are in sync with <strong>Tropicana</strong>’s. “To us, it’s<br />

all about the customer. Our loyal customers,<br />

the driving force behind the success of our<br />

company, are always at the forefront of our<br />

business.”<br />

Shien Yong got his business idea in June last<br />

year when he noticed that the popularity of<br />

Apple Watches had increased but there were<br />

few choices for customising them. “All Apple<br />

watches look very generic as the only way to<br />

customise them is by changing the strap.”


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MAY/JUNE <strong>2022</strong> COVER STORY<br />

Shien Yong (left)<br />

sharing details<br />

about Amarald<br />

Co. during the<br />

event at the<br />

Experiential Hall<br />

A part of the<br />

collection from<br />

Amarald.Co<br />

Customising Apple<br />

Watch frames for<br />

the new owners<br />

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Amarald Co.’s Apple Watch covers come in a range of<br />

styles, from sleek to statement-making, and straps in<br />

various colours. <strong>The</strong>y include the Carbon Fibre Frame<br />

with touches of Rose Gold, Midnight Black 18K Rose<br />

Gold Silicon Classic, Marine Blue 18K Rose Gold Silicon<br />

Classic, Absolute Black Silicon Classic, Polished Silver<br />

Silicon Classic, 23K Yellow Gold Silicon Classic, 18K Rose<br />

Gold Silicon Classic, Polished Silver Leather Classic and<br />

Absolute Black Stainless Steel Classic, 18K Rose Gold<br />

Titanium Frame Series, and more.<br />

After scouting for watchmakers, designers, marketeers<br />

and content creators, Shien Yong and his team spent<br />

months planning, designing and developing Amarald Co.<br />

prior to its January <strong>2022</strong> launch. “A common reaction<br />

from someone who has seen our products is, ‘Wow, these<br />

are gorgeous’. Not only have we attracted watch lovers<br />

as clients, but we’re also getting a positive response from<br />

individuals wishing to update their wristwear.” What<br />

makes Amarald Co. special is its customers, says Shien<br />

Yong. “Our customers exhibit a distinct personality<br />

trait that we can identify. Each of them has a single<br />

goal in mind: to stand out from the crowd. <strong>The</strong>y are<br />

bold, daring and willing to express themselves in<br />

unconventional ways.” Before recommending an Amarald<br />

Co. creation to a potential customer, he needs to learn<br />

more about the customer’s interests, style preferences<br />

and other factors. “Each of our frame is unique to its<br />

owner in terms of material, style, serial code and colour.”<br />

<strong>The</strong> Rose Gold Silicon Classic is Shien Yong’s personal<br />

favourite. “It suits many different occasions, like business<br />

meetings, social gatherings, or even activities like golfing<br />

and jogging.” Shien Yong points out that Amarald Co. is a<br />

complementary product to the Apple Watch, and there<br />

aren’t many other retailers in this area. “Eventually, we<br />

want to be able to call ourselves pioneers in the field<br />

of smart device upgrades and customisation,” he says,<br />

adding that he is looking into expanding his business in<br />

Southeast Asia.<br />

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JULY/AUGUST <strong>2022</strong> BEAUTY<br />

From left: June Tan, Iqa<br />

Zamri and Arina Zaidi<br />

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Art<br />

THE<br />

OF<br />

MAKEUP<br />

Whether your skin tone is light, medium or dark, our beauty<br />

professionals share their makeup tips to help you look your best!<br />

FOUNDATION<br />

Narrow down your options to three shades that appear<br />

to be a good fit and apply each shade in the form of<br />

short lines along your jawline. <strong>The</strong> most suitable shade<br />

should disappear into your skin.<br />

Tip: <strong>The</strong> ideal way to apply foundation is to blend it in<br />

with your finger pad, then spread it evenly across the<br />

face with a sponge.<br />

CONCEALER<br />

Choose one shade lighter than your natural complexion.<br />

Smooth it outward using light tapping motions with the<br />

pad of your ring finger for a natural finish.<br />

POWDER<br />

Loose powder sets foundation and concealer so that<br />

they last longer. If you can’t find a shade that matches<br />

your skin tone, opt for a translucent one.<br />

Tip: Sprinkle some loose powder under the eyes<br />

before applying eyeshadow so that any eyeshadow<br />

powder that lands there may be easily brushed away.<br />

EYESHADOW<br />

Lighter skin tones can take almost every eyeshadow colour,<br />

while the brown colour family as well as blues, greys and<br />

greens are excellent for medium complexions. Those with<br />

darker skin tones look great with bold eyeshadow colours.<br />

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Photography Raymond Pung<br />

Makeup/Hair Syhimran and<br />

C. Jamil<br />

Models Arina Zaidi, Iqa Zamri<br />

and June Tan<br />

Tip: Blend a dark colour into the crease of your eyes to create the illusion of deep-set eyes.<br />

If you prefer dramatic eyes, use black in the eye creases and along the lash line, and then<br />

shade outward. For seductive peepers, apply a light colour all over the eyelids and then<br />

sweep on a deeper colour into the crease, as well as along the upper and lower lash lines.<br />

From left: June Tan,<br />

Iqa Zamri and Arina Zaidi<br />

EYELINER<br />

Make your eyes look more appealing by lining the top of your lash lines with eyeliner. For<br />

brighter peepers, line the lower rims of your eyes with white eyeliner.<br />

BLUSHER<br />

Blushers in baby pink, light peach and berry-plum hues work well on fair skin. Rosy pinks,<br />

warm peach and mauve colours complement medium skin tones. If you have dark skin, try<br />

blushers in peach, plum, bronze or brick red.<br />

Tip: To define your cheekbones, suck in your cheeks until you see an indentation below<br />

the apples of your cheeks. Apply a dark-coloured blusher or a bronzer and work it down<br />

that indentation.<br />

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LIPS<br />

Lighter complexions look best with pink-toned lipsticks, shades of mauve complement<br />

medium skin tones, while berry hues look good on dark skin. Still unsure? Get a red lipstick<br />

with blue undertones as it goes well with every skin colour.<br />

Syhimran and C. Jamil<br />

THE BEAUTY PROS<br />

Sought-after by celebrities, Syhimran studied makeup artistry at GiatMARA and<br />

hairstyling at Thomas & Guys Academy. She feels that there are no hard and fast<br />

rules when it comes to makeup. “Wear whatever that makes you feel good. What’s<br />

important is to care for your skin. When your skin is healthy, it acts as the perfect<br />

canvas for your makeup, allowing it to look its best.” As for C. Jamil, she got bored of<br />

working in finance and decided to pursue her interest in beauty. “I put my accountancy<br />

degree to good use for several years, but then something told me I should do what I<br />

enjoy. I’ve been doing makeup and hairstyling for ten years now and I’ve never been<br />

happier”. Her makeup tip? “Always wear mascara as it “opens up” the eyes, and trust<br />

the power of a lipstick, which enhances your overall look. It’s magic in a tube!”.


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"<br />

<strong>The</strong> best colour in the<br />

whole world is the one<br />

that looks good on you."<br />

- Coco Chanel<br />

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JULY/AUGUST <strong>2022</strong> HEALTH & WELLNESS<br />

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WORKPLACE<br />

WELLNESS<br />

AWARENESS<br />

Healthy and happy employees are more productive, engaged and<br />

fulfilled in their jobs. Here are 10 workplace wellness strategies


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YOGA AT WORK<br />

Some companies arrange yoga classes<br />

to keep employees’ minds focused on<br />

the present moment and away from<br />

their problems and anxieties. Even a<br />

few minutes of yoga may invigorate<br />

and prepare one for the day ahead.<br />

SHORT BREAKS<br />

Take breaks throughout the day. Rather<br />

than remaining seated, get up and take<br />

a walk. Leave your workstation even if<br />

it’s just for five minutes to get coffee,<br />

food from the pantry or simply to gaze<br />

out the window.<br />

STAND UP<br />

Avoid sitting down for too long. You<br />

could stand when you’re reading<br />

documents, talking to a colleague or<br />

when using the phone. This will make<br />

your blood flow better and burn more<br />

calories, too.<br />

OUTDOOR MEETINGS<br />

Why not hold meetings outside the<br />

office? After all, a meeting while<br />

walking in nature promotes physical<br />

activity and is a wonderful approach<br />

to stimulate creativity. It’s certainly a<br />

breath of fresh air.<br />

FINANCIAL WELLNESS<br />

Financial stress can affect performance.<br />

Companies could help by organising a<br />

workshop led by an external expert<br />

or someone from the finance team<br />

on issues such as budgeting, debt<br />

reduction and saving strategies.<br />

USEFUL APPS<br />

Some Apps are beneficial to job<br />

performance. Elevate is a game-like<br />

App that provides personalised brain<br />

training. <strong>The</strong>n there is the Power Nap<br />

App for employees to experience ‘the<br />

power of the power nap’.<br />

STRESS MANAGEMENT<br />

By providing stress management<br />

training, companies may aid their<br />

staff in coping with stress and<br />

building resilience. LinkedIn offers six<br />

courses on themes such as enhancing<br />

resilience and coping with loss.<br />

NEW ENVIRONMENT<br />

With the new normal, organisations<br />

are reconsidering their workplace<br />

design to guarantee the safety of<br />

their employees, including ensuring<br />

social distancing, physical comfort<br />

and safety, and activity-based<br />

working (ABW) environment.<br />

FAMILY CARE<br />

When an employee’s home life is<br />

in disarray, it shows up at work.<br />

Employers could demonstrate their<br />

concern for their employees by<br />

offering benefits such as childcare,<br />

family events and a flexible work<br />

schedule.<br />

EXTENDED HELP<br />

Organisations realise that happy<br />

employees are more productive in<br />

both their personal and professional<br />

lives. So, they help their staff with<br />

non-working needs like connect them<br />

with counsellors to help with finance,<br />

legal or other matters should they<br />

require.<br />

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JULY/AUGUST <strong>2022</strong> LIFEHACKS<br />

TIME-SAVING<br />

KITCHEN<br />

HACKS<br />

With too much to do and not enough time,<br />

we’ve got you covered at least when it<br />

comes to cooking<br />

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BREAD AND WATER If your<br />

bread is somewhat stale, simply<br />

pour some water over it and<br />

throw it in the oven to make it<br />

fresh again.<br />

EASY PEEL To easily remove the<br />

skin from a potato, boil it for a<br />

few minutes, then dunk it into a<br />

bowl of ice-cold water. <strong>The</strong> skin<br />

will slide right off when you peel.


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QUICK AND EASY Making a<br />

quick stir-fry with minced meat,<br />

vegetables and spices in a wok is<br />

one of the simplest methods to<br />

overcome time constraints. It’s a<br />

filling dish that goes well with rice.<br />

VERSATILE Buy a rotisserie chicken<br />

from the grocery store or deli the next<br />

time you’re in a hurry. <strong>The</strong> flesh from<br />

the drumsticks, thighs and wings can be<br />

used in salads, sandwiches or fried rice,<br />

while the breast parts can be saved for<br />

another recipe.<br />

STOCK UP Stock up on items you<br />

use frequently. Noodles, pastas,<br />

eggs and other staples can be<br />

stored for a considerable amount<br />

of time. Sauces, purees, and<br />

pastes like ginger and garlic can<br />

also be kept on hand.<br />

FREEZE Prepare and freeze<br />

sandwiches, pan-fried fish, meat and<br />

chicken. You can also freeze stews,<br />

soups and even rendang. Brownies,<br />

cakes and muffins freeze well too. It<br />

simplifies meal prep as all you have to<br />

do is thaw and microwave.<br />

101<br />

KEEP THEM FRESH To keep your<br />

weekly groceries fresh, line the<br />

bottom of your crisper drawer<br />

with paper towels or a thin<br />

cotton/muslin cloth.<br />

SO LONG, SOGGY! Reheating soggy<br />

pizza or roti canai leftovers might<br />

cause them to become dry and<br />

bland. Keep it fresh by placing it in<br />

the microwave with a cup of water<br />

and heating it.


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JULY/AUGUST <strong>2022</strong> BEAUTY FOCUS<br />

GOODNESS FROM<br />

THE SEA<br />

Inspired by Scandinavian principles and powered by Ocean<br />

Silk Technology, Sachajuan is the premier name in hair care<br />

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Its name originates from its founders Sacha Mitic and Juan Rosenlind who combined their names<br />

when they opened their salon in Stockholm, Sweden in 1997. After experimentation with different<br />

brands without finding the desired performance or style, they introduced their first products in<br />

2004. <strong>The</strong>se include shampoos, conditioners, serums and more. <strong>The</strong> brand’s approach to haircare<br />

is simple - cleanse, condition and add treatments if needed. Sachajuan’s uniqueness lies in its<br />

patented Ocean Silk Technology - a cocktail of proteins and mineral extracts derived from sea<br />

algae. Its products contain extracts from two cold-water algae naturally harvested from the<br />

ocean namely rhodophycea and chondrus crispus. <strong>The</strong> former is known for strengthening hair,<br />

increasing elasticity and adding moisture to it. It works on the interior of the hair, boosting the<br />

hair’s mineral balance with magnesium, calcium, manganese and zinc, which can get depleted by<br />

daily damage. Chondrus crispus works mainly on the surface of the hair. It has a higher calcium<br />

and zinc content, which helps to increase shine and protect hair from surface damage. Both of<br />

these algae hold great nourishing and normalising properties for the scalp. Suffice to say, it is the<br />

Ocean Silk Technology that makes Sachajuan special.


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JULY/AUGUST <strong>2022</strong> BEAUTY SNIPPETS<br />

FOR HEAVENLY<br />

HAIR<br />

Read on to learn how to maintain your crowning glory<br />

1<br />

Wet hair is three times more susceptible<br />

to breaking, so handle it with care. Do<br />

not overly rub wet hair with a towel. Use a<br />

wide-tooth comb to detangle hair but avoid<br />

excessive combing and brushing damp or<br />

wet hair.<br />

2<br />

While blow drying, begin with the<br />

lowest heat setting and gradually<br />

increase heat as needed. Whenever possible,<br />

let your hair dry naturally.<br />

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3<br />

<strong>The</strong> best way to maintain healthy hair<br />

and avoid split ends is to get regular<br />

haircuts, preferably once every 10 to 12<br />

weeks.<br />

4<br />

Hair follicles and sebaceous glands<br />

may be stimulated by increasing your<br />

omega-3 fatty acid intake. This will boost<br />

scalp health. Salmon, sardines, flaxseed and<br />

yoghurt are rich in omega-3 fatty acids.<br />

5<br />

Harsh shampoos, treatments and<br />

styling products have the most impact<br />

on hair health. Other factors include stress,<br />

excessive alcohol intake, low-calorie and<br />

crash diets, low thyroid hormone and some<br />

medicines for arthritis, depression, heart<br />

problems and high blood pressure.


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JULY/AUGUST <strong>2022</strong> JEWELS<br />

Depicting intertwining stars<br />

in white and yellow gold,<br />

this Chanel celestial ring is<br />

encrusted with diamonds for<br />

a sparkling finish.<br />

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STATEMENT<br />

We’re familiar with standard design dazzlers but these<br />

creations stand out with their edgy and youthful charm


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<strong>The</strong>se Louis Vuitton Volt<br />

earrings offer a striking<br />

new interpretation of<br />

the brand’s initials. <strong>The</strong><br />

L adorns the earlobe<br />

while the V swings from<br />

a chain.<br />

Tiffany & Co’s HardWear<br />

wrap bracelet is elegantly<br />

subversive and captures<br />

the bold and stylish spirit<br />

of the modern woman.<br />

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Mikimoto’s second<br />

collaboration with<br />

Commes des Garcons<br />

combines pearls and<br />

punk themes, like a sleek<br />

safety pin.<br />

Cartier’s Juste un Clou<br />

nail-inspired bracelet defies<br />

convention, asserting the<br />

essence of its wearer.<br />

Original, independent,<br />

fearless and free.


JULY/AUGUST <strong>2022</strong> SHOWCASE<br />

Currently coveted,<br />

the Chanel 22<br />

(referring to the<br />

year of its creation)<br />

bag closes with a<br />

magnetic button<br />

and drawstrings. It<br />

also comes with a<br />

removable pouch.<br />

Bottega Veneta’s<br />

towering footwear<br />

features ostrich feathers<br />

above the front strap for<br />

a touch of whimsy.<br />

You can never<br />

go wrong with<br />

stripes and this<br />

top-handle Kate<br />

Spade bag in navy<br />

and white exudes<br />

sophistication.<br />

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Loewe’s mini<br />

Flamenco clutch<br />

in nappa calfskin<br />

cinches closed<br />

using drawstring<br />

pulls finished in the<br />

label’s signature<br />

coiled knots.<br />

A statement runway design,<br />

this Versace shoe feature<br />

a block heel and a double<br />

platform. <strong>The</strong> ankle strap is<br />

adorned with rhinestones and<br />

a Medusa charm.<br />

FANCY THESE<br />

From a ruffled clutch to footwear with feathers and jewels, the latest<br />

designer offerings are oh-so luxurious!


JULY/AUGUST <strong>2022</strong> TECH<br />

APP-SOLUTELY<br />

COOL!<br />

Inject some fun into your daily routine with these entertaining apps<br />

1<br />

IFUNFACE<br />

iFunFace enables you to make<br />

amusing videos of yourself and<br />

others by using a static image<br />

and a recorded message. It works<br />

well with any subject: friends,<br />

family, babies, pets and you. Any<br />

static image with a face can be<br />

brought to life with its one-of-akind<br />

voice analysis technology.<br />

Plus, not only can you direct<br />

the animation, but you and your<br />

friends can even star in it!<br />

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2<br />

MAK CUN’S ADVENTURE<br />

Malaysian company Media Prima<br />

Labs’ Mak Cun’s Adventure is a<br />

localised version of the popular<br />

Diner Dash app, in which players<br />

help Mak Cun, the game’s<br />

protagonist, prepare orders for<br />

customers. Customer service<br />

is a must in both Boutique and<br />

Restaurant levels, so make sure<br />

you do everything you can to<br />

make your customers happy. You<br />

can use the money you make to<br />

improve the look of your shop<br />

and enhance your equipment in<br />

order to earn more money.<br />

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GIGGLEBUG’S FACE RACE<br />

In Gigglebug’s Face Race, you<br />

replicate animated characters’<br />

expressions. <strong>The</strong> better you<br />

contort your expressions, the<br />

higher your score and laughter.<br />

Suitable for all ages, the facial<br />

detection method is innovative.<br />

<strong>The</strong> camera detects eye, cheek,<br />

teeth, tongue, and head tilt. <strong>The</strong><br />

game evaluates expressions<br />

and offers a star grade. After<br />

playing the game, you’ll have a<br />

collection of ludicrous images!<br />

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4<br />

WARPODS<br />

Developed by Malaysian<br />

company Weyrdworks Studio,<br />

WarPods is a turn-based block<br />

breaker with RPG (role-playing<br />

game) features where you team<br />

up with Fighters to take down<br />

adversaries. Even more fun<br />

is that you fight intergalactic<br />

invaders throughout multiple<br />

galaxies. Plus, you can assign<br />

Fighters to Mission Control while<br />

in space. You can then acquire<br />

coins, artefacts, loots and more!<br />

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5<br />

5<br />

TALKING TOM<br />

Talking Tom lives in your iPhone<br />

or Android and talks to you.<br />

Dubbed the current generation’s<br />

Tamagotchi, you may feed,<br />

tickle and sing to this kitty. It is<br />

so popular that extra features,<br />

such as playing with Tom’s pal<br />

Angela, are also available.


JULY/AUGUST <strong>2022</strong> CHRONOMETER<br />

Designed, developed and<br />

manufactured at Louis<br />

Vuitton’s watchmaking<br />

workshop, the Tambour Curve<br />

GMT Flying Tourbillon features<br />

a case with a striking design,<br />

inspired by the Tambour watch<br />

launched in 2002.<br />

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<strong>The</strong> tourbillon’s complexity makes it coveted,<br />

leading watch aficionados on a hunt for the most<br />

complicated of them all


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<strong>The</strong> double-face case, crowns,<br />

slide piece, hour/minute hands<br />

and fold-over clasp of Patek<br />

Philippe’s Sky Moon Tourbillon<br />

are entirely hand-engraved with<br />

volutes and arabesques.<br />

Breguet’s Tourbillon Messidor<br />

comes in a 40 mm 18K rose gold<br />

case, which has a transparent<br />

back and an invisible tourbillon<br />

bridge. <strong>The</strong> brown alligator strap<br />

lends an exotic touch.<br />

<strong>The</strong> hand-finished tourbillon<br />

movement of this Audemars<br />

Piguet piece in different shades<br />

of grey is housed in a twotone<br />

case of white and pink<br />

gold, highlighting the watch’s<br />

multifaceted geometry.<br />

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When Girard-Perregaux celebrated<br />

its 230th anniversary last year, it<br />

unveiled La Esmeralda Tourbillon<br />

“A Secret” Eternity Edition, which<br />

employs the Maison’s watchmaking<br />

know-how executed to an<br />

exceptional standard.<br />

Featuring one of the most<br />

sophisticated Grandes Complications<br />

movements, Bvlgari’s Roma<br />

Finissimo Tourbillon is equipped<br />

with the world’s thinnest tourbillon<br />

movement at only 1.95 mm thick.


JULY/AUGUST <strong>2022</strong> WHEELS<br />

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NIFTY<br />

NEW<br />

SWIFT<br />

<strong>The</strong> Suzuki Swift Sport is back, better than ever!


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<strong>The</strong> iconic Suzuki Swift Sport has returned to Malaysia, much to the delight of hot-hatch<br />

fans. <strong>The</strong> premiere of the Swift Sport signifies the first formal launch of new-generation<br />

Suzuki cars in Malaysia under its new distributor, Naza Eastern Motors Sdn Bhd. <strong>The</strong><br />

Japan-imported car is equipped with a 1.4L Boosterjet engine linked to a 6-speed<br />

automatic transmission with paddle shifter, which produces 140hp/230Nm of torque<br />

from 2,500rpm. <strong>The</strong> new generation Heartech platform underpins the car, ensuring<br />

greater collision safety through enhanced underbody rigidity while rewarding drivers<br />

with a nippy and adrenaline-pumping performance thanks to its excellent torque-toweight<br />

ratio. <strong>The</strong> car retains the famous form of its predecessor on the outside, but now<br />

features a huge honeycomb grille with a carbon fibre finish skirting around it.


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<strong>The</strong> Swift Sport’s LED projector headlamps, framed<br />

by distinctive daytime running lights, shine brightly<br />

on the road. Its dynamic silhouette is enhanced<br />

by invisible pillars and stealth rear door handles,<br />

which give the car a floating roof and coupe look.<br />

Front passengers are greeted by a supportive semi<br />

bucket seats with the “Sport” emblem embossed<br />

in the seats as they enter the cabin. Despite its<br />

compact proportions, the car’s interior rewards rear<br />

passengers with plenty of headroom and legroom.<br />

<strong>The</strong> Suzuki Swift Sport features a sporty flat bottom<br />

steering wheel with multi-function buttons for<br />

controlling the information shown on the instrument<br />

cluster and audio. <strong>The</strong> in-car entertainment is<br />

handled by a 7-inch touchscreen multimedia system<br />

that supports Apple CarPlay. Champion Yellow, Pearl<br />

Pure White, Speedy Blue Metallic and Burning Red<br />

Pearl Metallic are the four colours available for the<br />

Suzuki Swift Sport. To view the Suzuki Swift Sport,<br />

head to the first Suzuki 3S flagship showroom at<br />

Naza Automall in Petaling Jaya.<br />

Book a test drive now by calling 03-7952 7017 or visit<br />

the Suzuki Malaysia website at www.suzukimalaysia.<br />

com for more details.<br />

<strong>The</strong> 7-inch touchscreen<br />

multimedia system that<br />

supports Apple CarPlay


JULY/AUGUST <strong>2022</strong> SHOWCASE<br />

IN GOOD COMPANY<br />

Certain animals can provide comfort and assistance to people with disabilities<br />

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A disability can have an impact on daily life, affecting heart<br />

rate, communication, and inducing sadness. A cuddly pet,<br />

such as a cat or dog, can help to mitigate these adverse<br />

consequences. Since depression is one of the most common<br />

issues that the disabled face, they can get the motivation and<br />

sense of responsibility they need to make a positive change<br />

if they have a pet they need to take care of. When battling<br />

depression, caring for others can come more readily than<br />

caring for oneself. As a result, an animal’s natural disposition<br />

to play can have positive, long-term effects on a person’s<br />

mental health.<br />

Apart from cats and dogs, gerbils, hamsters and dwarf rabbits<br />

make excellent pets for persons suffering from depression.<br />

Most rodent pets provide intelligent and entertaining<br />

interactions. For the wheelchair-bound, service dogs make<br />

perfect companions as they are trained to open doors,<br />

handle light switches, and pick up or recover objects from the<br />

ground or from distant spots. Greyhound, German shepherd,<br />

labrador retriever and golden retriever are among the<br />

best dog breeds for wheelchair users. Other types of<br />

dogs, like pugs, are excellent emotional support animals.<br />

Dachshunds make great therapy animals because they are<br />

friendly, calm, and gentle. Cats, on the other hand, are<br />

adept at detecting people’s moods and depression. When<br />

they sense your sadness, they may come close to you as<br />

if to console you.<br />

WHO TO CONTACT<br />

Dr Dog Malaysia<br />

Dr Dog Malaysia provides Animal Assisted <strong>The</strong>rapy to<br />

help the elderly, disabled, and orphans.<br />

Email: salehin.ibrahim@yahoo.com<br />

www.facebook.com/DrDogMalaysia<br />

<strong>The</strong> Malaysian Animal-Assisted <strong>The</strong>rapy for the Disabled<br />

and Elderly Association (Petpositive)<br />

Email: petpositive@gmail.com


Caring is the art of living.<br />

Lift yourself up<br />

by lifting someone else.<br />

<strong>Tropicana</strong> Foundation thank everyone involved in our initiatives for<br />

lighting up the lives of those in need. We are making a difference,<br />

one charity at a time.<br />

We welcome good ideas and collaborations.<br />

Contact us: evelyn.wan@tropicanacorp.com.my


JULY/AUGUST <strong>2022</strong> SHOWCASE<br />

ROYCE’<br />

TASTY TRIO<br />

Available in three flavours, these crunchy finger-sized bars<br />

are everyone’s favourite!<br />

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TROPICANA MAGAZINE<br />

MATCHA BARCHOCOLATE<br />

A wonderful harmony of green tea and nuts, Matcha Bar<br />

Chocolate contains the nutty goodness of macadamias, pecans,<br />

cashews and almonds, mixed with creamy matcha green tea<br />

flavoured white chocolate.<br />

NUTTY BAR CHOCOLATE<br />

Nutty Bar Chocolate is a combination of fragrant milk chocolate<br />

and hazelnut gianduja paste, pecans, cashews, macadamias<br />

and crispy almonds. With a hint of crispy almond puffs, these<br />

crunchy finger-sized bars are everyone's favourite.<br />

FRUIT BAR CHOCOLATE<br />

A chocolate bar that tempts with the combined deliciousness<br />

of fruits and chocolate, Fruit Bar Chocolate is a potent blend of<br />

strawberry, creamy white chocolate and dried fruits including<br />

mango, cranberry and freeze-dried strawberry pieces.<br />

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Find out more about ROYCE’ creations at www.royce.com.my today!


JULY/AUGUST <strong>2022</strong> SAVOUR+<br />

MALAYSIAN<br />

DELIGHTS AT TGCR<br />

<strong>Tropicana</strong> Golf & Country Resort’s (“TGCR”) <strong>The</strong> Palm Coffee House and<br />

Twenty7 Restaurant serve a variety of delectable Malaysian favourites<br />

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GRILLED FISH SET<br />

WITH ASAM SAUCE<br />

Smothered in spicy sweet sambal and<br />

grated coconut, this grilled golden pomfret<br />

can be served plain or dipped in either the<br />

asam sauce or spicy sweet soy sauce. To<br />

round out the meal, kerabu (local salad)<br />

is served as a side dish. This set is nothing<br />

short of divine.


TROPICANA MAGAZINE<br />

ASAM LAKSA<br />

This tangy, spicy and savoury<br />

noodle dish was named one<br />

of CNN’s Top 50 World’s Most<br />

Delicious Foods in 2011 and is a<br />

national treasure. Mackerel chunks,<br />

onions, mint and even pineapples<br />

are included to give the dish a<br />

richer flavour, in addition to its<br />

signature tamarind and chillies.<br />

NASI LEMAK AYAM<br />

GORENG BEREMPAH<br />

TIME Magazine named nasi<br />

lemak as one of the 10 healthiest<br />

international breakfasts, and<br />

TGCR’s comes with fried chicken<br />

in a spicy marinade on top<br />

of the customary cucumber,<br />

peanuts, fried anchovies, egg<br />

and sambal. Exceptionally tasty!<br />

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JULY/AUGUST <strong>2022</strong> SAVOUR+<br />

SERAWA DURIAN<br />

This dessert for durian<br />

devotees combines the<br />

king of fruits with coconut<br />

milk, brown or white sugar,<br />

a pinch of salt and pandan<br />

leaves. It goes well with<br />

sticky rice or bread.<br />

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TEH TARIK<br />

Teh tarik is a drink that<br />

encapsulates Malaysia in a<br />

glass as it is loved by almost<br />

everyone! It’s made with<br />

condensed milk and strong<br />

black tea. Its quality is<br />

determined by its “pull”, an<br />

elaborate presentation that<br />

accentuates its rich flavour<br />

and creates its signature froth<br />

while aerating the beverage.<br />

CHILLI PAN MEE<br />

This hearty noodle dish with minced chicken, black<br />

mushrooms, seaweed, fried anchovies and half-boiled<br />

egg is a Malaysian favourite for breakfast, lunch or<br />

dinner. <strong>The</strong>re is also sweet leaf soup and, of course,<br />

dry chilli flakes for a spicy kick.


TROPICANA MAGAZINE<br />

NASI TALAM<br />

White rice is usually served with a variety of dishes.<br />

This meal’s highlights include salted double-spotted<br />

queenfish in pineapple curry, spinach, turmeric fried<br />

chicken, fiddlehead fern salad and fish crackers. Don’t<br />

forget to flavour each bite with a pinch of sambal<br />

belacan for extra oomph.<br />

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THE PALM COFFEE HOUSE<br />

Location: Ground Floor, Main Wing<br />

Tel: 03 - 7804 8888 ext 306<br />

TWENTY7 RESTAURANT<br />

Location: Ground Floor, Golfers Lounge<br />

Tel: 03 - 7804 8888 ext 325


JULY/AUGUST <strong>2022</strong> SAVOUR<br />

MALAYSIAN<br />

FAVOURITES<br />

<strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens Mall is home to many eateries<br />

serving the finest Malaysian fare<br />

SECRET RECIPE<br />

With taufu pok, fish cakes, egg, baby<br />

scallops and prawns meticulously prepared in a sweet and spicy sauce<br />

with julienned lettuce, Secret Recipe elevates the usually simple mamakstyle<br />

stir-fried noodles.<br />

Location: Lot CC - 49 & CC - 49a,<br />

Concourse Floor<br />

Tel: 03-7662 7091<br />

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TROPICANA MAGAZINE<br />

BUNGKUS KAW KAW<br />

<strong>The</strong> nasi lemak at Bungkus Kaw Kaw is<br />

packed with aromatic rice, spicy-sweet<br />

sambal, wrapped in banana leaves, and<br />

freshly cooked! <strong>The</strong> aroma is enough to<br />

make you salivate even before you take<br />

that first mouthful!<br />

Location: Lot CC - K55 (East Walk),<br />

Concourse Floor<br />

Website: https://bungkuskawkaw.com<br />

LITTLE PENANG KAFE<br />

Little Penang Kafe was founded in<br />

1999 with the goal of bringing the<br />

finest of Penang under one roof, and its<br />

menu features a wide variety of local<br />

favourites such Char Koay Teow, Fried<br />

Rice, Otak Otak, Rojak and more.<br />

Location: Lot CC - 04 (East Walk),<br />

Concourse Floor<br />

Tel: 03-7665 0215<br />

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ASAM PEDAS PREMIER<br />

Asam Pedas or “sour and spicy” is a famous<br />

Malaysian dish. Everything about this dish is<br />

open to interpretation and there are countless<br />

variations. Suffice to say, the sour-firey-hot<br />

flavour is incredibly satisfying!<br />

Location: CC - 05, Concourse Floor<br />

Tel: 03-7665 8611


JULY/AUGUST <strong>2022</strong> SAVOUR<br />

THE CHICKEN RICE SHOP<br />

Steamed, roasted, honey barbecued and<br />

soy sauce-marinated chicken are the<br />

shop’s signature offerings. Aromatic rice<br />

cooked to perfection is presented with<br />

these chicken dishes.<br />

Location: CC - 48, Concourse Floor<br />

Tel: 03-7660 6721<br />

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GROUP<br />

DIRECTORY<br />

MAIN CONTACT NUMBERS<br />

Head Office<br />

+603 7663 6888<br />

CORPORATE OFFICES<br />

TROPICANA CORPORATION BERHAD<br />

Head Office<br />

Unit 1301, Level 13<br />

<strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens Office Tower<br />

No. 2A, Persiaran Surian, <strong>Tropicana</strong> Indah<br />

47810 Petaling Jaya<br />

Selangor Darul Ehsan<br />

Tel: +603 7663 6888<br />

Fax: +603 7663 6688<br />

corpcomm@tropicanacorp.com.my<br />

www.tropicanacorp.com.my<br />

Office Hours:<br />

9am - 6pm (Monday - Friday)<br />

Closed (Saturday & Sunday)<br />

Customer Care Support & <strong>Tropicana</strong><br />

Privilege Card Services<br />

+603-7663 6888<br />

customercare@tropicanacorp.com.my<br />

TROPICANA GOLF &<br />

COUNTRY RESORT BERHAD<br />

Clubhouse<br />

Jalan Kelab <strong>Tropicana</strong><br />

<strong>Tropicana</strong> Golf & Country Resort<br />

47410 Petaling Jaya<br />

Selangor Darul Ehsan<br />

Tel: +603 7804 8888<br />

Fax: +603 7804 3688<br />

gm@tropicanagolf.com<br />

www.tropicanagolf.com<br />

Office Hours:<br />

9am - 6pm (Monday - Friday)<br />

9am - 1pm (Saturday)<br />

Closed (Sunday)<br />

www.tropicanacorp.com.my<br />

PROPERTY GALLERIES<br />

TROPICANA GARDENS (KOTA DAMANSARA)<br />

Property Gallery & Show Unit<br />

No 2A, Persiaran Surian, <strong>Tropicana</strong> Indah<br />

47810 Petaling Jaya, Selangor<br />

Tel : +603 7663 6600<br />

enquiry@tropicanacorp.com.my<br />

www.tropicanagardens.com.my<br />

Office Hours: 9:30am – 6:30pm<br />

(Monday – Sunday)<br />

TROPICANA MIYU<br />

Property Gallery<br />

Unit 1301, Level 13<br />

<strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens Office Tower<br />

No.2A, Persiaran Surian, <strong>Tropicana</strong> Indah<br />

47810 Petaling Jaya<br />

Selangor Darul Ehsan<br />

Tel: 1700 81 6113<br />

info@tropicanamiyu.com.my<br />

www.tropicanamiyu.com.my<br />

Office Hours: 9:30am – 6:30pm<br />

(Monday – Sunday)<br />

TROPICANA METROPARK (SUBANG JAYA)<br />

Property Gallery & Show Unit<br />

No 1, Jalan Delima 1/1<br />

Subang Hi-Tech Industrial Park<br />

47500 Subang Jaya, Selangor<br />

Tel: +603 5636 6888 / +603 5637 3018<br />

enquiry@tropicanacorp.com.my<br />

www.tropicanametropark.com.my<br />

Office Hours: 9:30am – 6:30pm<br />

(Monday – Sunday)<br />

TROPICANA HEIGHTS (KAJANG)<br />

Property Gallery & Show Unit<br />

No 2, Persiaran <strong>Tropicana</strong> Heights 2,<br />

Mukim Semenyih, Daerah Hulu Langat<br />

Bandar Batu 18 Semenyih<br />

43500 Kajang, Selangor<br />

Tel: +603 7453 2328 / +6016 239 7565<br />

enquiry@tropicanacorp.com.my<br />

www.tropicanaheights.com.my<br />

Office Hours: 9:30am – 6:30pm<br />

(Monday – Sunday)<br />

TROPICANA AMAN (KOTA KEMUNING)<br />

Property Gallery & Show Unit<br />

No 2, Persiaran Aman Perdana 3<br />

Bandar <strong>Tropicana</strong> Aman<br />

42500 Telok Panglima Garang, Selangor<br />

Tel: 1700 81 8868<br />

enquiry@tropicanacorp.com.my<br />

www.tropicanaaman.com.my<br />

Office Hours: 9:30am – 6:30pm<br />

(Monday – Sunday)<br />

TROPICANA DANGA BAY<br />

(ISKANDAR MALAYSIA)<br />

Property Gallery & Show Unit<br />

Lot PTB 22902, Teluk Danga<br />

Jalan Persiaran Abu Bakar Sultan<br />

80200 Johor Bahru, Johor<br />

Tel: +607 2341 585<br />

enquiry@tropicanacorp.com.my<br />

www.tropicanadangabay.com.my<br />

Office Hours: 9:00am – 6:00pm<br />

(Monday – Sunday)<br />

TROPICANA DANGA COVE<br />

(ISKANDAR MALAYSIA)<br />

Property Gallery & Show Unit<br />

Lot PTD 28845-28892<br />

Taman Cahaya Kota Puteri, Plentong<br />

81750 Masai, Johor<br />

Tel: +607 3823 355<br />

enquiry@tropicanacorp.com.my<br />

www.tropicanadangacove.com.my<br />

Office Hours: 9:00am – 6:00pm<br />

(Monday – Sunday)<br />

TROPICANA UPLANDS<br />

Sales Gallery<br />

Lot PTD 15346<br />

Jalan Tanjung Kupang<br />

81150 Gelang Patah, Johor<br />

Tel: +607-234 1585<br />

customercarejb@tropicanacorp.com.my<br />

www.tropicanauplands.com.my<br />

Monday – Friday 9:00am – 6:00pm<br />

Saturday – Sunday 10:00am – 6:00pm<br />

TROPICANA GRANDHILL (GENTING)<br />

Property Gallery & Show Unit<br />

Jalan Permai 2, Genting Permai<br />

69000 Genting Highlands, Pahang<br />

Tel: +603-6106 0688 / +6018-390 9988<br />

enquiry@tropicanacorp.com.my<br />

www.tropicanagrandhill.com<br />

Office Hours:<br />

9:00am – 6:00pm<br />

(Monday – Sunday)<br />

TROPICANA CENANG (LANGKAWI)<br />

Property Gallery<br />

Lot 60177, Jalan Pantai Cenang<br />

07000 Langkawi, Kedah<br />

Tel: +6016-363 0900 / +604-952 3939<br />

enquiry@tropicanacenang.com.my<br />

www.tropicanacenang.com.my<br />

Office Hours:<br />

9:00am – 6:00pm<br />

(Monday – Sunday)


PROPERTY MANAGEMENT OFFICES<br />

TROPICANA MANAGEMENT<br />

SERVICES (TMS)<br />

Jalan Kelab <strong>Tropicana</strong><br />

<strong>Tropicana</strong> Golf &<br />

Country Resort<br />

47410 Petaling Jaya, Selangor<br />

Tel: +603 7804 8888<br />

ext : 513/557<br />

Fax: +603 7806 5044<br />

tms@tropicanacorp.com.my<br />

Office Hours:<br />

9:00am – 6:00pm (Monday – Friday)<br />

9:00am – 1:00pm (Saturday)<br />

Closed (Sunday & Public Holiday)<br />

TROPICANA HEIGHTS<br />

(FAIRFIELD/PARKFIELD)<br />

Off Jalan P6/2, Bandar<br />

Teknologi Kajang 43500<br />

Semenyih, Kajang, Selangor<br />

Tel: +603 8725 9800<br />

fairfield@tropicanacorp.com.my<br />

parkfield@tropicanacorp.com.my<br />

Office Hours:<br />

9:00am – 5:30pm (Monday – Friday)<br />

9:00am – 1:00pm (Saturday)<br />

Closed (Sunday & Public Holiday)<br />

TROPICANA AVENUE<br />

P-LG-01, Lower Ground Floor<br />

<strong>Tropicana</strong> Avenue<br />

No 12, Persiaran <strong>Tropicana</strong><br />

<strong>Tropicana</strong> Golf & Country<br />

Resort, PJU 3, 47410 Petaling<br />

Jaya, Selangor<br />

Tel: +603 8605 3608 /<br />

+603 8605 3609<br />

Fax: +603 8605 3618<br />

trop.avenue@tropicanacorp.com.my<br />

Office Hours:<br />

9:00am – 5:30pm (Monday – Friday)<br />

9:00am – 1:00pm (Saturday)<br />

Closed (Sunday & Public Holiday)<br />

TROPICANA<br />

METROPARK (PANDORA)<br />

Level P4, Menara A,<br />

Pandora Residensi<br />

Jalan MP1, <strong>Tropicana</strong> Metropark<br />

47500 Subang Jaya, Selangor<br />

Tel: +603 5036 2088<br />

Fax: +603 5036 2089<br />

pandora@tropicanacorp.com.my<br />

Office Hours:<br />

9:00am – 5:30pm (Monday – Friday)<br />

9:00am – 1:00pm (Saturday)<br />

Closed (Sunday & Public Holiday)<br />

TROPICANA<br />

METROPARK (PAISLEY)<br />

01-01, Residensi Paisley,<br />

Jalan MP1, <strong>Tropicana</strong> Metropark<br />

47500 Subang Jaya, Selangor<br />

Tel: +603 8601 4188<br />

paisley@tropicanacorp.com.my<br />

Office Hours:<br />

9:00am – 5:30pm (Monday – Friday)<br />

9:00am – 1:00pm (Saturday)<br />

Closed (Sunday & Public Holiday)<br />

TROPICANA GRANDE<br />

Level 1, Management Office<br />

Block A, <strong>Tropicana</strong> Grande<br />

Condominium, No 3, Persiaran<br />

<strong>Tropicana</strong>, PJU 3<br />

47410 Petaling Jaya, Selangor<br />

Tel: +603 7610 0968<br />

Fax: +603 7610 0966<br />

tropicanagrande@<br />

tropicanacorp.com.my<br />

Office Hours:<br />

9:00am – 5:30pm (Monday – Friday)<br />

9:00am – 1:00pm (Saturday)<br />

Closed (Sunday & Public Holiday)<br />

TROPICANA HEIGHTS<br />

(RIDGEFIELD)<br />

Jalan <strong>Tropicana</strong> Heights 2/1<br />

42000 Kajang, Selangor<br />

Tel: +603 8723 5191<br />

ridgefield@tropicanacorp.com.my<br />

Office Hours:<br />

9:00am – 5:30pm<br />

(Monday – Friday)<br />

9:00am – 1:00pm (Saturday)<br />

Closed (Sunday & Public Holiday)<br />

TROPICANA<br />

AMAN (ARAHSIA)<br />

Arahsia <strong>Tropicana</strong> Aman<br />

Jalan Aman Arahsia 2<br />

Bandar <strong>Tropicana</strong> Aman<br />

42500 Telok Panglima Garang,<br />

Selangor<br />

Tel: +603 8687 5512<br />

arahsia@tropicanacorp.com.my<br />

Office Hours:<br />

9:00am – 5:30pm<br />

(Monday – Friday)<br />

9:00am – 1:00pm (Saturday)<br />

Closed (Sunday & Public Holiday)<br />

TROPICANA<br />

METROPARK (PALOMA)<br />

Tower B, Level 4,<br />

Paloma Residensi<br />

Jalan MP1, <strong>Tropicana</strong> Metropark<br />

47500 Subang Jaya, Selangor<br />

Tel: +603 5022 9099<br />

Fax: +603 5022 9097<br />

paloma@tropicanacorp.com.my<br />

Office Hours:<br />

9:00am – 5:30pm<br />

(Monday – Friday)<br />

9:00am – 1:00pm (Saturday)<br />

Closed (Sunday & Public Holiday)<br />

TROPICANA INDAH<br />

Jalan Kelab <strong>Tropicana</strong><br />

<strong>Tropicana</strong> Golf &<br />

Country Resort<br />

47410 Petaling Jaya, Selangor<br />

Tel: +603 7804 8888<br />

ext : 154/557<br />

Fax: +603 7806 5044<br />

tisb@tropicanacorp.com.my<br />

Office Hours:<br />

9:00am – 6:00pm<br />

(Monday – Friday)<br />

9:00am – 1:00pm (Saturday)<br />

Closed (Sunday & Public Holiday)<br />

THE RESIDENCES<br />

Basement 1, Menara TR<br />

No 121, Jalan Ampang<br />

50450 Kuala Lumpur<br />

Tel: +603 2770 6338<br />

Fax: +603 2270 6343<br />

theresidences@<br />

tropicanacorp.com.my<br />

Office Hours:<br />

9:00am – 5:30pm<br />

(Monday – Friday)<br />

9:00am – 1:00pm (Saturday)<br />

Closed (Sunday & Public Holiday)<br />

TROPICANA<br />

AMAN (BAYAN)<br />

Bayan <strong>Tropicana</strong> Aman<br />

Jalan Aman Bayan 1<br />

Bandar <strong>Tropicana</strong> Aman<br />

42500 Telok Panglima Garang,<br />

Selangor<br />

Tel: +603 8687 5525<br />

Fax: +603 8687 5530<br />

bayan@tropicanacorp.com.my<br />

Office Hours:<br />

9:00am – 5:30pm<br />

(Monday – Friday)<br />

9:00am – 1:00pm (Saturday)<br />

Closed (Sunday & Public Holiday)<br />

TROPICANA<br />

DANGA BAY (BORA)<br />

No 01-01, Residensi Bora<br />

Jalan Danga 1/1, Teluk Danga<br />

80200 Johor Bahru, Johor<br />

Tel: +607 2074 234<br />

boraresidences@gmail.com<br />

Office Hours:<br />

9:00am – 5:30pm<br />

(Monday – Friday)<br />

9:00am – 1:00pm (Saturday)<br />

Closed (Sunday & Public Holiday)<br />

CASA TROPICANA<br />

B-5-17, Block B, Casa <strong>Tropicana</strong>,<br />

No 5, Jalan Persiaran <strong>Tropicana</strong>,<br />

PJU 3, <strong>Tropicana</strong> Golf &<br />

Country Resort<br />

47410 Petaling Jaya, Selangor<br />

Tel: +603 7883 0982<br />

Fax: +603 7883 0292<br />

casatropicana@<br />

tropicanacorp.com.my<br />

Office Hours:<br />

9:00am – 5:30pm (Monday – Friday)<br />

9:00am – 1:00pm (Saturday)<br />

Closed (Sunday & Public Holiday)<br />

TROPICANA GARDENS<br />

(ARNICA & BAYBERRY)<br />

Level 5, Residensi A<br />

<strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens<br />

No 2A, Persiaran Surian<br />

Tropican Indah<br />

47810 Petaling Jaya, Selangor<br />

Tel: +603 2714 6172<br />

trop.gardens@<br />

tropicanacorp.com.my<br />

Office Hours:<br />

9:00am – 5:30pm (Monday – Friday)<br />

9:00am – 1:00pm (Saturday)<br />

Closed (Sunday & Public Holiday)<br />

TROPICANA<br />

AMAN (CHERIA)<br />

No 1 Jalan Aman Chria, Bandar<br />

<strong>Tropicana</strong> Aman, 42500 Telok<br />

Panglima Garang, Selangor<br />

Darul Ehsan Malaysia<br />

Tel: +603 8686 1088<br />

Fax: +603 8686 1087<br />

cheria@tropicanacorp.com.my<br />

Office Hours:<br />

9:00am – 5:30pm<br />

(Monday – Friday)<br />

9:00am – 1:00pm (Saturday)<br />

Closed (Sunday & Public Holiday)<br />

TROPICANA<br />

DANGA BAY (TROPEZ)<br />

G-03, Blok B, Tropez Residences<br />

Persiaran Danga Perdana<br />

80200 Johor Bahru, Johor<br />

Tel: +607 2446 559<br />

Fax: +607 2374 088<br />

tropezmanagement@gmail.com<br />

Office Hours:<br />

9:00am – 5:30pm<br />

(Monday – Friday)<br />

9:00am – 1:00pm (Saturday)<br />

Closed (Sunday & Public Holiday)<br />

TROPICANA CHERAS<br />

No 6, Jalan <strong>Tropicana</strong> Cheras 1<br />

Taman <strong>Tropicana</strong> Cheras<br />

43000 Kajang, Selangor<br />

Tel: +6013 202 0746<br />

tropicanacheras@<br />

tropicanacorp.com.my<br />

Office Hours:<br />

9:00am – 5:30pm<br />

(Monday – Friday)<br />

9:00am – 1:00pm (Saturday)<br />

Closed (Sunday & Public Holiday)<br />

TROPICANA GARDENS<br />

(CYPERUS & DIANTHUS)<br />

Level 6, Residensi C<br />

<strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens<br />

No 2A, Persiaran Surian<br />

Tropican Indah<br />

47810 Petaling Jaya, Selangor<br />

Tel: +603 2714 6175<br />

trop.gardens@<br />

tropicanacorp.com.my<br />

Office Hours:<br />

9:00am – 5:30pm<br />

(Monday – Friday)<br />

9:00am – 1:00pm (Saturday)<br />

Closed (Sunday & Public Holiday)<br />

TROPICANA LANDMARK<br />

Level 5, <strong>Tropicana</strong> Landmark<br />

Lorong Kondo Bundusan<br />

Off Jalan Bundusan<br />

88300 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah<br />

Tel: +6088 742 052<br />

tropicanalandmark@gmail.com<br />

Office Hours:<br />

8:30am – 5:00pm<br />

(Monday – Friday)<br />

8:30am – 12:30pm (Saturday)<br />

Closed (Sunday & Public Holiday)<br />

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT OFFICES<br />

TROPICANA GARDENS MALL<br />

(TROPICANA INDAH)<br />

Level 3A, <strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens Mall<br />

No. 2A, Persiaran Surian, <strong>Tropicana</strong><br />

Indah<br />

47810 Petaling Jaya<br />

Selangor Darul Ehsan<br />

Tel : +603 7763 8988<br />

customerservice@<br />

tropicanagardensmall.com.my<br />

www.tropicanagardensmall.com.my<br />

Office Hours: 9:00am – 6:00pm<br />

(Monday – Friday)


<strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens Mall, in the heart<br />

of <strong>Tropicana</strong> Indah brings you 1 million<br />

square feet of shopping bliss that features<br />

a unique mix of Lifestyle, Dining, Leisure<br />

and Entertainment brand outlets that<br />

will satisfy your every taste and demand.<br />

<strong>The</strong>re’s something for everyone at<br />

<strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens Mall.


GROCER & DEPARTMENTAL<br />

STORE<br />

Village Grocer<br />

JONETZ by Don Don Donki<br />

FOOD & BEVERAGE<br />

Ah Yip Herbal Soup<br />

Ainul Cookies & Co<br />

Alice Kitchen<br />

Asam Pedas Premier<br />

Auntie Anne’s<br />

Ayam Penyet D’Kota<br />

Bankara Ramen<br />

Beard Papa’s<br />

Beauty In <strong>The</strong> Pot<br />

Bee Cheng Hiang<br />

Big Food Street<br />

Boost Juice<br />

Bungkus Kaw Kaw<br />

Burger King<br />

Chillax<br />

Chizu<br />

Cottle Coffee<br />

Delay No More Crab Restaurant<br />

De Irrfan’s Cafe<br />

D’Italiane<br />

Dodo Dim Sum and Bowls<br />

Dubai Food Gallery<br />

Dubuyo<br />

Dunkin’ Donuts<br />

Esquire Kitchen<br />

Famous Amos<br />

Fire Korean Restaurant<br />

Gossip Cafe<br />

Gong Cha<br />

Gula Cakery<br />

Herb Valley<br />

Hokkaido Bakery<br />

Ilao Ilao<br />

Juice Works<br />

Kenny Rogers Roasters<br />

Koong Woh Tong<br />

Krispy Kreme<br />

Liang Sandwich Bar<br />

Little Penang Kafé<br />

Maison Des Pains<br />

Meet Snacks Town<br />

Nyonya Cendol Café<br />

TROPICANA GARDENS MALL<br />

Pak John Steamboat & BBQ<br />

Park’s Bagels<br />

Rakuzen<br />

Restaurant Extra Super Tanker<br />

Royce’<br />

Salad Atelier<br />

Secret Recipe<br />

Shang Guan Chi Tse<br />

Seoulnami Korean BBQ *<br />

Shu Guo Yin Xiang Hot Pot<br />

Simple Life<br />

Siong Tong Gai Restaurant<br />

Sopoong<br />

Squid Boy<br />

Starbucks Reserve<br />

Sukishi<br />

Sushi Jiro & Yakitora<br />

Sushi King<br />

Sushi Zanmai<br />

Taco Bell<br />

Tealive<br />

Tendon Kohaku<br />

<strong>The</strong> Chicken Rice Shop<br />

<strong>The</strong> Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf<br />

<strong>The</strong> Travelling Duck<br />

Truedan<br />

Xiao Man’s Dumpling<br />

Yakitori Ebisu<br />

Yogurt Cow<br />

Yuan Lao Si Hot Pot<br />

Zus Coffee Academy<br />

FASHION<br />

6ixty8ight<br />

Adidas<br />

Bebebutterfly<br />

Camel Active<br />

DeFacto<br />

Dr. Specs<br />

Extreme<br />

Geox<br />

H&M<br />

HLA<br />

Jac’s Optometry<br />

Joey’L<br />

Levi’s<br />

Mimu<br />

Mirrocle<br />

Time Galerie<br />

Mothercare,Gingersnaps&ELC<br />

Ms. Read<br />

Puma<br />

Skechers<br />

Sports Paragon<br />

SportsDirect.com & USC<br />

Vans<br />

Xixili<br />

OWN<br />

Wings<br />

HEALTH, BEAUTY & PERSONAL<br />

CARE<br />

Ascen+ Pharmacy<br />

Brown Sugar Hair Salon<br />

Curvena<br />

Fitness Concept<br />

LAC<br />

Guardian<br />

KENT, O’Care, D’Natural Beauty<br />

House, Organic Hair Professional<br />

Life Hot Yoga<br />

Marina Skin Expert SG<br />

Missy Nail<br />

MST Golf X *<br />

Nailed It Spa Services<br />

Qi Odyssey<br />

Restyle<br />

Sasa<br />

Skinz Sanctuary & Hair Over<br />

Sothys<br />

Synthesis Aesthetic<br />

Thai Odyssey<br />

<strong>The</strong> Face Shop<br />

Top Passion<br />

Venusde<br />

Vogue Galere<br />

Watsons<br />

HOME & IT<br />

Cuckoo<br />

Daiso<br />

HOCO<br />

IT World<br />

Mr. DIY, Mr. Dollar & Mr. Toy<br />

Serta Mattress<br />

SOFFURNI<br />

TBM<br />

Vivo Concept Store<br />

Switch<br />

LEISURE, EDUTAINMENT &<br />

ENTERTAINMENT<br />

BookXcess<br />

Co-labs Coworking<br />

EnerG X Park & Xctive Kidz*<br />

Flow Academy<br />

GSC<br />

Invictus Forge<br />

iMazing Realty<br />

Kidzooona & Molly Fantasy<br />

Kindyland<br />

Laser Battle<br />

Loud Speaker<br />

Palo<br />

Party Wonderland<br />

Premier Card Grading *<br />

<strong>The</strong> Entertainer<br />

Toy World<br />

Tribe Boxing Studio<br />

SERVICES<br />

7-Eleven<br />

Cars International<br />

Chiropractic First<br />

Garden Scents Florist<br />

i-Alter<br />

iCare Dental<br />

Mail Boxes Etc.<br />

Mama Jo Launderette<br />

My Clinic<br />

MyHome Lock<br />

Pet Lovers Centre<br />

Plant Meets Art<br />

* Opening soon<br />

www.tropicanagardensmall.com.my<br />

Tel: 6012–715 8988<br />

Email: customerservice@tropicanagardensmall.com.my<br />

No. 2A, Persiaran Surian, <strong>Tropicana</strong> Indah, 47810 Petaling Jaya, Selangor<br />

FOOD & BEVERAGES<br />

Twenty7 Restaurant<br />

<strong>The</strong> Palm Coffee House<br />

Gin Shui Tei Japanese Restaurant<br />

Spring Garden Chinese Restaurant<br />

QingHeGu Korean Traditional<br />

Restaurant<br />

Jojo’s Italian Restaurant<br />

Poolside Cafe<br />

TROPICANA GOLF & COUNTRY RESORT<br />

BEAUTY & WELLNESS<br />

Thai Odyssey Spa & Massage<br />

Eco Hair Salon<br />

RETAIL SHOPS<br />

MST Golf Pro Shop<br />

De Manshop<br />

OTHERS<br />

<strong>The</strong> Green House Florist<br />

Alam Convenient Store<br />

<strong>Tropicana</strong> Clinic<br />

Kindyland <strong>Tropicana</strong><br />

Banquet & Seminar Facilities<br />

<strong>Tropicana</strong> Sales Gallery<br />

Havana & Glamour<br />

SPORTS<br />

Bowling Alley<br />

Driving Range<br />

Tennis<br />

Table Tennis<br />

Squash<br />

Badminton<br />

Golf<br />

tropicanagolf.com<br />

Tel: 603 7804 8888<br />

Email: gm@tropicanagolf.com<br />

Jalan Kelab <strong>Tropicana</strong>, 47410 Petaling Jaya, Selangor Darul Ehsan


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especially for Mercedes-Benz, BMW and AUDI car owners whose car warranties have expired<br />

LIST OF SERVICES<br />

Lubrication & Maintenance Service<br />

Air Cond Service and Maintenance<br />

Programming and Adaptation using latest STAR Diagnostic Compact 4 and BMW<br />

ISID Diagnostic Tester<br />

Computer and Electronic Programming complete with SCN Coding<br />

Suspension System<br />

Engine and Automatic Transmission Overhauling<br />

Braking System ABS/ETS/ASR/SBC/ABR<br />

Hydraulic and Pneumatic Suspension System<br />

Prominent Autotech Sdn Bhd<br />

No 8-E, Jalan Teknologi, Pusat Teknologi Sunsuria<br />

Kota Damansara PJU 5, 47810 Petaling Jaya Selangor<br />

Tel: +603-6151 5369 / +603-6151 8369<br />

Fax: +603-6150 5369<br />

Email: enquiry@prominentautotech.com.my<br />

OPERATING HOURS<br />

Monday to Friday, 8.30am - 5.30pm<br />

Saturday, 8.30am - 3pm<br />

Closed on Sunday and Public Holidays<br />

www.prominentautotech.com.my<br />

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