Tropicana July-August 2022 #143 The Freedom Issue
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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 />
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47810, Petaling Jaya, Selangor Darul Ehsan<br />
T. 03-7663 6888 F. 03-7663 6688<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 />
15<br />
+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 />
17<br />
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 />
20<br />
+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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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 />
+607 382 3355 tropicanadangacove.com.my
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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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 />
03-8605 3605 sji-international.edu.my<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 />
+603 7499 7666 tenby.edu.my
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.”
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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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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
JULY/AUGUST <strong>2022</strong> HIGHLIGHTS<br />
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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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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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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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 />
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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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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 />
enjoy the beauty of Mother Nature
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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.
JULY/AUGUST <strong>2022</strong> PAHANG SPECIAL EDITION<br />
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
JULY/AUGUST <strong>2022</strong> SOJOURN<br />
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 />
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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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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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JULY/AUGUST <strong>2022</strong> BEAUTY<br />
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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<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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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 />
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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.
BIO<br />
ELECTRO
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 />
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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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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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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 />
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.
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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
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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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MERCEDES-BENZ, BMW AND AUDI CAR OWNERS<br />
AT KOTA DAMANSARA<br />
We provide a full range of fixed-price services, each performed in a structured series<br />
of operating procedures to ensure faster and more efficient performance servicing;<br />
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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