Tropicana November-December 2022 #145 The Joyous Issue
Tropicana Magazine November-December 2022 #145 The Joyous Issue Tropicana Magazine November-December 2022 #145 The Joyous Issue
THE JOYOUS ISSUE THE JOYOUS ISSUE KDN No. PP19435-01-2019 (035031) | Vol. #145 November / December 2022 BEAUTY’S DYNAMIC DUO Nick and Zoee share the art of giving
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THE JOYOUS ISSUE<br />
THE JOYOUS ISSUE<br />
KDN No. PP19435-01-2019 (035031) | Vol. <strong>#145</strong> <strong>November</strong> / <strong>December</strong> <strong>2022</strong><br />
BEAUTY’S<br />
DYNAMIC DUO<br />
Nick and Zoee share the art of giving
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<strong>Tropicana</strong><br />
Buggy<br />
of<br />
Joy
Annual charity drive by<br />
Come spread the joy of Christmas with us.<br />
Give a little, help a lot! Let’s donate now.<br />
Please drop off your donation at our Buggy of Joy<br />
28 OCT - 15 DEC <strong>2022</strong><br />
Centre Court (near to Qi Odyssey), CC Floor,<br />
<strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens Mall<br />
WHAT TO DONATE?<br />
Cash Donation<br />
Name: <strong>Tropicana</strong> Foundation<br />
Bank: CIMB Bank Berhad<br />
Account: 8003575210<br />
Cooking Essentials<br />
Salt, sugar, cooking oil,<br />
and etc<br />
Healthcare Products<br />
Masks, sanitisers, cleaning solutions, toothpaste, diapers,<br />
adult diapers, sanitary pads, vitamin C, shampoos and etc<br />
Bulk Dry Goods<br />
Rice, oatmeal, noodles,<br />
biscuits, pasta and etc<br />
Beverages<br />
Coffee, Milo, milk powder,<br />
tea, baby milk and etc<br />
Halal Canned Food<br />
Sardines, baked beans,<br />
mushrooms and etc<br />
*We don’t accept expired goods, loose packs, clothing or cooked food.<br />
Donated items will be channelled to underprivileged homes across Klang Valley.
NOVEMBER/DECEMBER <strong>2022</strong> EDITOR'S NOTE<br />
Editor ' s Note<br />
Time has passed once again much faster than we would have liked. When the clock strikes midnight<br />
on <strong>December</strong> 31, we can start afresh - a rebirth, in a sense. As the New Year begins, many of us<br />
feel compelled to make positive changes in our lives, embark on exciting new adventures and<br />
finally put to rest the demons of the past year. Let’s greet 2023 with joy and enthusiasm. Be<br />
passionate about your goals and be motivated to maintaining a positive outlook if you want to<br />
achieve them in the coming year. Our cover stars, Nick Chong and Zoee Low are driven, optimistic<br />
and enthusiastic. <strong>The</strong>y run Synthesis Aesthetic, a full-service beauty salon, as a team. Since starting<br />
Synthesis Aesthetic over ten years ago, the married couple has expanded their business to three<br />
locations, including its headquarters at <strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens Mall in <strong>Tropicana</strong> Indah, Petaling Jaya.<br />
“We believe that flawless skin is within everyone’s reach, and it is our mission to help you realise<br />
your aesthetic goals. After all, all great accomplishments have their beginnings in a dream,” says<br />
Nick. On the subject of dreams, <strong>Tropicana</strong> Aman’s final Signature Villa Series, Hana Residences is<br />
unrivalled. <strong>The</strong> beautifully-designed bungalows and semi-detached residences are situated within<br />
a private enclave. Plus, the development’s elevated perch affords stunning vistas of the surrounding<br />
area. Since this is our year-end issue, we have compiled a list of locations where you may celebrate<br />
the New Year as well as destinations where you can play golf while your family enjoys a holiday<br />
filled with activities. We also have fantastic tips for an eco-friendly Christmas as well as creative<br />
gift-wrapping concepts that are guaranteed to impress. As for Christmas gifts, check out our Tech,<br />
Jewels, Beauty and Showcase sections, where you will find gift ideas, which are so interesting that<br />
you might end up buying them all for yourself! With that, we would like to wish everyone a Merry<br />
Christmas and a Happy 2023! Let's cheers to the future together!<br />
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<strong>Tropicana</strong> Magazine Editorial Team
THE JOYOUS ISSUE<br />
Vol.<br />
<strong>#145</strong><br />
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Vol.<br />
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CONTENTS PAGE<br />
42 Showcase<br />
TGCR’s Popular Nite Race Draws Over<br />
88 Showcase<br />
Cool Kicks<br />
12<br />
76<br />
ON THE<br />
COVER<br />
Making Beauty<br />
<strong>The</strong>ir Business<br />
250 Fitness Lovers<br />
48 Sojourn<br />
A Terrific Christmas<br />
52 Swing Tools<br />
BigShot Officially Tees Off<br />
54 <strong>Tropicana</strong> Journey Club<br />
Best New Year’s Eve Getaways<br />
58 <strong>Tropicana</strong> Journey Club<br />
Stay and Play Holiday<br />
62 Space<br />
Hana Residences’ Heavenly Homes<br />
68 Nature<br />
Tranquility At Home<br />
72 Showcase<br />
<strong>The</strong> World of DC Exhibition<br />
74 Trailblazer<br />
<strong>The</strong> Multifaceted Talents of<br />
Michelle Yeoh<br />
80 Beauty Focus<br />
Get That J.Lo Glow<br />
82 Beauty Snippets<br />
Hermes Beauty<br />
84 Jewels<br />
Ring In <strong>The</strong> New Year!<br />
90 Fashion Spread<br />
Viva Versace<br />
96 Tech<br />
Gifts From <strong>The</strong> Future<br />
100 Health & Wellness<br />
Juice Up Your Health<br />
102 DIY<br />
How To Have A Green Christmas<br />
104 Lifehacks<br />
Charming Gift Wrapping Ideas<br />
108 Wheels<br />
Hit <strong>The</strong> Road In Style<br />
114 Showcase<br />
<strong>The</strong> Seasons of Gifting<br />
116 Savour+<br />
Roasted Delights<br />
120 Savour<br />
Holiday Treats<br />
124 Milestone<br />
<strong>Tropicana</strong>’s Journey Through <strong>2022</strong><br />
132 Group Directory<br />
Corporate<br />
<strong>Tropicana</strong> Golf & Country Resort<br />
<strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens Mall<br />
86 Chronometer<br />
It’s Party Time!
PHASE 1<br />
FULLY SOLD<br />
PHASE 2<br />
OPEN FOR SALE
edefining<br />
the art of living
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CENTRAL
NORTHERN SOUTHERN EASTERN<br />
Signature<br />
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developments
NOVEMBER/DECEMBER <strong>2022</strong> PROPERTY<br />
<strong>The</strong> Art ofLiving<br />
Since 1979, <strong>Tropicana</strong> has grown and evolved into one of the country’s<br />
premier property developers. As a pioneer in resort-styled townships, we<br />
continue to build our dreams and yours, by crafting townships of choice,<br />
where communities can live, learn, work, play, and thrive.<br />
Set in Kota Kemuning, this huge 863-acre township is one that embodies a<br />
healthy living concept with its walk and bike-friendly community. Its main<br />
feature include a massive, 85-acre central park, as well as international and<br />
public schools nearby. It is close to highways like the KESAS and ELITE<br />
enabling easy access to nearby neighbourhoods such as Subang Jaya, Shah<br />
Alam and Klang. Visit www.tropicanaaman.com.my<br />
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<strong>The</strong> 625 acres <strong>Tropicana</strong> Golf & Country Club is an award-winning township<br />
that is home to a picturesque golf course with the largest 450,000 sq ft<br />
Clubhouse in Malaysia. Strategically located in Petaling Jaya with easy<br />
access to major highways such as NKVE, LDP and SPRINT, this matured<br />
development is filled with grand homes and the finest of facilities including<br />
educational institutions. Visit www.tropicanagolf.com<br />
In the heart of <strong>Tropicana</strong> Indah in Kota Damansara, lies <strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens.<br />
This 17.6 acres transit-oriented mixed-use development features the <strong>Tropicana</strong><br />
Gardens Mall, four residential towers and the <strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens Office Tower.<br />
Equipped with modern amenities and facilities, it is also connected to the<br />
elevated Surian MRT station via the mall. Visit www.tropicanagardens.com.my<br />
With a <strong>Tropicana</strong> Metropark Link which connects the 88-acre master plan<br />
of <strong>Tropicana</strong> Metropark to Federal Highway, and Sri KDU International<br />
School which offers quality education, this township comes complete<br />
with various residential and commercial elements designed to provide a<br />
holistic lifestyle, all anchored by a verdant 9.2-acre urban park.<br />
Visit www.tropicanametropark.com.my<br />
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A picture perfect 199-acre freehold estate, this exclusive township is centred on<br />
a 16 acres Central Park and 750m Linear Lake. A stunning haven with prestigious<br />
residences for the modern families, it is located only 15 minutes from Kajang and<br />
accessible via Persiaran Bangi, Jalan Semenyih. <strong>The</strong>re are education centres like<br />
Nottingham University and amenities such as supermarkets, hospitals, banks and<br />
the Bangi Golf Resort, nearby. Visit www.tropicanaheights.com<br />
Specially designed for the discerning, the <strong>Tropicana</strong> Miyu residences are<br />
equipped with convenient amenities and essential trappings of modern<br />
living. Accessible via Jalan Harapan with smooth transfer to the NKVE,<br />
this prime Petaling Jaya property in Section 17 is close to an abundance of<br />
retail, commercial and educational institutions.<br />
Visit www.tropicanamiyu.com.my
NOVEMBER/DECEMBER <strong>2022</strong> PROPERTY<br />
<strong>The</strong> Art ofLiving<br />
Welcome to your holiday home, in the highlands<br />
or on the island. Come live every day like you are<br />
on a holiday. <strong>The</strong> <strong>Tropicana</strong> Journey Collection<br />
makes life simply divine.<br />
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<strong>Tropicana</strong> WindCity in Genting Highlands is a mega development spanning 596 acres with three<br />
distinguished master plans – <strong>Tropicana</strong> Grandhill, <strong>Tropicana</strong> Paradise and <strong>Tropicana</strong> Avalon. Each<br />
township is distinctively different and purpose-built, featuring a curated collection of proposed residential<br />
selections, recreational retreats and hotels, educational institutions, commercial spaces, entertainment<br />
hub, silver hair village, wellness sanctuary and green enclaves. Visit www.tropicanawindcity.com<br />
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Discover your dream home by the beach at <strong>Tropicana</strong> Cenang, Langkawi. This 5.3 acres mixed<br />
development will feature a deluxe mix of residences accompanied by retail and dining components<br />
as well as the luxurious 5-star Sheraton Resort & Spa. <strong>The</strong> beachfront serviced suites comes<br />
with hotel-grade services, including 30 resort-themed facilities and amenities, plus a professional<br />
management team to attend to every wants and needs. Visit www.tropicanacenang.com.my
NOVEMBER/DECEMBER <strong>2022</strong> PROPERTY<br />
<strong>The</strong> Art ofLiving<br />
We are guided by our eight <strong>Tropicana</strong> DNA – accessibility, connectivity,<br />
amenities, facilities, innovative concepts and designs, generous<br />
open spaces, multi-tiered security and quality – to design integrated<br />
developments for homeowners seeking a holistic lifestyle.<br />
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Strategically located on 37 acres of freehold land in Iskandar Malaysia, Johor,<br />
<strong>Tropicana</strong> Danga Bay includes a holistic blend of upscale serviced residences,<br />
investment grade offices, commercial blocks, luxury hotel and convention<br />
centre. Expect a host of amenities and facilities with lush greeneries and<br />
expansive views of the sea. To top it all, this development is easily accessible<br />
via major highways. Visit www.tropicanadangabay.com.my<br />
<strong>Tropicana</strong> Danga Cove is an integrated 227 acres development in Iskandar<br />
Malaysia. It is an exclusive urban enclave featuring upmarket shop offices and<br />
landed homes. This emerging development is flanked by full-fledged township<br />
such as Bandar Baru Permas Jaya and Bandar Seri Alam. It is connected to<br />
Johor Bahru via the Eastern Dispersal Link, JB East Coast Highway, and the Pasir<br />
Gudang highway. Visit www.tropicanadangacove.com.my<br />
<strong>The</strong> Lido Waterfront Boulevard is a 163-acre mixed development strategically<br />
located by the Straits of Johor, Johor Bahru. Set against a stunning coastal<br />
backdrop, it is envisioned to be an integrated transportation hub and<br />
components including serviced residences, five-star hotel, offices, retail<br />
shopping, coastal park, cultural centre, as well as recreational, educational<br />
and healthcare facilities. Visit www.tropicanacorp.com.my<br />
<strong>Tropicana</strong> Uplands is a thriving 244 acres mixed-use development Iskandar<br />
Malaysia, which includes landed properties as well as high-rise residential and<br />
commercial components. Excellent connectivity is enabled via the Skudai-<br />
Pontian Highway and Malaysia-Singapore Second Link. It is also surrounded by<br />
matured residential neighbourhoods and within its vicinity are Educity Iskandar<br />
and Legoland. Visit www.tropicanauplands.com.my<br />
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Located in the Southern Corridor and next to Singapore, <strong>Tropicana</strong><br />
Industrial Park is a major industrial development area that spans over 1,188<br />
acres of freehold land. It comprises eight interconnected and sustainable<br />
phases and is located near four major highways to allow for easy access<br />
and improved freight transit. It will also be equipped with workers’<br />
dormitory and recreational park. Visit www.tropicanacorp.com.my
NOVEMBER/DECEMBER <strong>2022</strong> PROPERTY<br />
<strong>The</strong> Art ofLiving<br />
Providing <strong>Tropicana</strong> with sustainable income for the long-term are<br />
our investment properties, which currently comprises international<br />
schools and branded hotels.<br />
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St. Joseph or SJIIM is located at <strong>Tropicana</strong> Indah, offering holistic<br />
LaSallian education to children aged between 3 and 18 years old. Sited on<br />
6.5 acres land, the school has a Gross Floor Area of 423,000 sq ft and can<br />
accommodate up to 1,770 students. To build well-rounded students, the<br />
school is well-equipped with a swimming pool, tennis court, soccer field,<br />
and sports hall. Visit www.sji-international.edu.my<br />
Tenby International School is located on a large 10 acres of purpose-built<br />
campus within <strong>Tropicana</strong> Aman. This school provides quality international<br />
education to the young minds of the Kota Kemuning communities. Tenby<br />
offers a UK-based curriculum for students aged between 3 and 18 years of<br />
age, including the International Primary Curriculum, National Curriculum for<br />
England, IGCSEs, and A-Level programmes. Visit www.tenby.edu.my<br />
<strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens Mall is a shopping paradise with 1 million sq ft of retail<br />
space spread out over seven floors with a 50,000 sq ft convention centre.<br />
It houses a wide tenant mix from fashion to entertainment as well as indoor<br />
and al fresco F&B areas that offer a variety of dining options. It is accessible<br />
via Persiaran Surian and Persiaran <strong>Tropicana</strong>, and conveniently connected<br />
to the Surian MRT Station. Visit www.tropicanagardensmall.com.my<br />
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Located at one of the most coveted addresses in Kuala Lumpur, <strong>Tropicana</strong><br />
<strong>The</strong> Residences and W Kuala Lumpur in the heart of the city centre comprises<br />
353 serviced residences and 150 hotel suites. Built on a 1.28-acre freehold<br />
commercial land, it is within walking distance to the Petronas Twin Towers.<br />
Visit www.tropicanacorp.com.my<br />
This 2.1 acres mixed development on Penang Island encompasses Neo<br />
Suites, Serviced Residences, retail shops, and Courtyard by Marriott.<br />
Strategically located in the middle of George Town, it is surrounded by<br />
many tourist spots. Amenities and facilities are aplenty at the hotel for the<br />
convenience and comfort of guests.<br />
Visit www.tropicanacorp.com.my
NOVEMBER/DECEMBER <strong>2022</strong> PROPERTY<br />
TROPICANA & MARRIOTT<br />
TO OPEN SHERATON IN LANGKAWI<br />
AS TOURISM ROARS BACK<br />
Marking another<br />
successful milestone for<br />
<strong>Tropicana</strong> and Marriott<br />
Dion Tan, Group Managing<br />
Director of <strong>Tropicana</strong><br />
(centre), Joanne Lee,<br />
Deputy Chief Executive<br />
Officer (left), Jared<br />
Ang, Group Executive<br />
Director (second left) with<br />
Kevin Chen, Senior Vice<br />
President of Asia-Pacific<br />
Hotel Development,<br />
Marriott International<br />
(fourth left) and Andree<br />
Susilo, Senior Director of<br />
Hotel Development, Asia<br />
Pacific (fifth left)<br />
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<strong>Tropicana</strong> signed a hotel management agreement with Marriott<br />
International to build a five-star 270-key Sheraton Langkawi<br />
Resort & Spa at <strong>Tropicana</strong> Cenang, Langkawi. This collaboration<br />
comes as Langkawi sees increasing tourist and investor interest,<br />
with potential to reach a pre-pandemic tourism peak of 4 million<br />
arrivals annually. This is <strong>Tropicana</strong>’s third hotel collaboration with<br />
Marriott International, continuing the Group’s ongoing expansion<br />
plans in Langkawi and strengthening its presence in the hospitality<br />
segment. <strong>The</strong> agreement was signed between <strong>Tropicana</strong><br />
subsidiary Cenang Resort Sdn Bhd, represented by Dion Tan,<br />
Group Managing Director of <strong>Tropicana</strong>, and Marriott International<br />
Inc, represented by Kevin Chen, Senior Vice President of Asia-<br />
Pacific Hotel Development, Marriott International.<br />
“Building on <strong>Tropicana</strong>’s long-standing and fruitful partnership<br />
with Marriott International, we are excited to develop this fivestar<br />
Sheraton Langkawi Resort & Spa at the popular Pantai<br />
Cenang beachfront. Leveraging on the strategic location and<br />
increasing tourism footfall in Langkawi, we are confident that this<br />
270-key hotel will draw a lot of interest from tourists. In addition,<br />
<strong>Tropicana</strong> Cenang is a unique mixed development offering<br />
residential, hospitality and commercial components. With all<br />
these components in place, the planned hotel underscores<br />
our commitment to continue Redefining the Art of Living in<br />
Langkawi,” said Dion during the signing ceremony.<br />
“We are thrilled to expand our portfolio of hotels and resorts<br />
in Langkawi - one of the most beautiful and beloved islands<br />
in Malaysia. This signing further strengthens our commitment<br />
to bring a host of choices across our extraordinary brands to<br />
consumers in the country.<br />
“Sheraton is the most global brand under Marriott Bonvoy<br />
portfolio and this is our third collaboration with <strong>Tropicana</strong>,<br />
with the first two being the popular W Kuala Lumpur<br />
and Courtyard by Marriott in Penang. Once opened,<br />
Sheraton Langkawi Resort & Spa expects to offer urban<br />
conveniences as well as majestic skyline views of the<br />
surrounding, stunning Langkawi landscape,” added Andree<br />
Susilo, Senior Director of Hotel Development, Asia Pacific,<br />
Marriott International.<br />
Designed by award-winning architects and consultants,<br />
Sheraton Langkawi Resort & Spa is set to be the new<br />
gathering place for locals and travellers. It will complement<br />
Assana Serviced Suites, <strong>Tropicana</strong> Cenang’s latest holiday<br />
homes comprising 831 modern seafront serviced suites.<br />
Those interested in joining the growing <strong>Tropicana</strong> Cenang<br />
community can learn more by visiting tropicanacenang.com.<br />
my or contacting +016 363 0900.
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Dion Tan (right) and<br />
Kevin Chen (left)<br />
viewing the <strong>Tropicana</strong><br />
Cenang and Sheraton<br />
scale model<br />
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<strong>Tropicana</strong> was presented with three awards<br />
at the StarProperty Awards <strong>2022</strong><br />
Representing on behalf of <strong>Tropicana</strong> were<br />
Joanne Lee, Deputy Chief Executive Officer<br />
(seventh left); Lee Han Ming, Deputy<br />
Chairman of Property Development (fifth<br />
left); and Jared Ang, <strong>Tropicana</strong>’s Executive<br />
Director (sixth left), flanked by Loke Wei<br />
Feng, Executive Director, Project (second<br />
left); Adrian Chin, Executive Director, Project<br />
(eighth left); Ixora Ang, Executive Director,<br />
Marketing & Sales and Business Development<br />
(tenth left); Emma Lim, Senior General<br />
Manager, Planning & Design (eleventh left);<br />
Serena Lim, Senior General Manager of Group<br />
Corporate & Marketing Communications<br />
(fourth left); Nikki Lee, General Manager,<br />
Marketing & Sales (third left); Ang Siu Ping,<br />
General Manager, Project (twelfth left); Tan Vi<br />
Lex, Deputy General Manager, Project (ninth<br />
left); and Winnie Ooi, Senior Manager, Group<br />
Corporate Communications (first left)<br />
<strong>Tropicana</strong> also won three awards at the Asean Property Developer Awards <strong>2022</strong><br />
Joanne Lee, <strong>Tropicana</strong>’s Deputy Chief Executive Officer (third left); Allan Wong,<br />
Executive Director (fifth left); Ixora Ang, Executive Director, Marketing & Sales and<br />
Business Development (fourth left); Simon Yoong, Executive Director, Project (left);<br />
and Nikki Lee, General Manager, Marketing & Sales (second left)<br />
<strong>The</strong> Group was named among the Top 10 Developers at the BCI Asia Awards <strong>2022</strong><br />
Joanne Lee, <strong>Tropicana</strong>’s Deputy Chief Executive Officer (front, second left); Pietter<br />
Sanjaya, General Manager of Emerging Market Asia, BCI Central (front, third left);<br />
Kok Sook Leng, General Manager of BCI Central Malaysia (front, fourth left); and<br />
Kenny Bi, General Sales Manager, Jotun (front left)<br />
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TROPICANA BAGS 7 ACCOLADES AT<br />
3 PRESTIGIOUS INDUSTRY AWARDS<br />
<strong>Tropicana</strong> was recently recognised at the prestigious<br />
StarProperty Awards <strong>2022</strong> and BCI Asia Awards <strong>2022</strong>. Its<br />
recognition at the StarProperty Awards included the All-Stars<br />
Award; Proximity Award (Excellence), Best Integrated Transit-<br />
Oriented Development for <strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens, <strong>Tropicana</strong><br />
Indah; and Family-Friendly Award (Excellence), Best Family-<br />
Centric Development (Landed) Within Greater KL for Gemala<br />
Residences, <strong>Tropicana</strong> Aman. <strong>The</strong> Group was also named<br />
as a Top 10 Developer at the BCI Asia Awards <strong>2022</strong> for its<br />
masterplanned townships such as <strong>Tropicana</strong> Danga Cove,<br />
Iskandar Malaysia; <strong>Tropicana</strong> WindCity, Genting Highlands;<br />
and <strong>Tropicana</strong> Metropark, Subang Jaya. Capping off the hat<br />
trick, <strong>Tropicana</strong> also took home Best Developer accolades at<br />
the Asean Property Developer Awards, along with Best Leisure<br />
Living Development for <strong>Tropicana</strong> Grandhill, Genting Highlands;<br />
and Best Mixed Use Development for <strong>Tropicana</strong> Cenang,<br />
Langkawi. “We have participated in the StarProperty Awards<br />
since 2017 and the BCI Asia Awards since 2012, and we are<br />
honoured to have won more than 30 awards collectively. Our<br />
<strong>Tropicana</strong> team is truly honoured and proud to continue to be<br />
recognised by these prestigious platforms. This is a testament<br />
of <strong>Tropicana</strong> being a committed developer as we Redefine the<br />
Art of Living. We will continue to expand <strong>Tropicana</strong>’s presence<br />
across Malaysia and build thriving communities centred around<br />
our unique development DNA,” enthused Jared Ang, <strong>Tropicana</strong>’s<br />
Group Executive Director.
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THE COOLEST MST GOLF ARENA<br />
OPENS AT TROPICANA GARDENS MALL<br />
MST Golf Arena takes another step forward with the official<br />
opening of its second outlet at <strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens Mall. As the<br />
region’s leading golf retailer and golf services provider, MST Golf<br />
is making golf more inclusive and accessible through the unique<br />
MST Golf Arena recipe of entertainment, dining and retail.<br />
<strong>The</strong> spanking new outlet makes for a great place for people<br />
to chill after work and has everything a golfer wants from<br />
indoor golf to a cigar lounge and bar. <strong>The</strong> evening launch<br />
was attended by some of the country’s top golfers including<br />
Malaysian number one Gavin Green, rising star Shahriffuddin<br />
Ariffin and amateur talent Malcolm Ting, who won the Sukan<br />
Malaysia (SUKMA) men’s individual gold medal recently.<br />
This location is perfect due to its proximity to a huge suburban<br />
population, as well as golf clubs such as Seri Selangor and<br />
<strong>Tropicana</strong>,” said MST Golf Chief Executive Officer, Ng Yap.<br />
Located on the ground floor, the 36,000-plus square foot<br />
MST Golf Arena has 13 tech bays and five private rooms,<br />
each featuring Foresight Sports’ industry-leading GCHawk<br />
or GCQuad launch monitors. Golfers can choose to tee off at<br />
some of the world’s top golf courses including Pebble Beach<br />
and St Andrews, work on their swings, or have fun playing one<br />
of the many carnival-style games.<br />
Gavin joined MST Golf Managing Director, KP Low and<br />
<strong>Tropicana</strong> Corporation Group Executive Director, Jared Ang<br />
to hit ceremonial tee-shots before the traditional Lion Dance<br />
performance to mark the auspicious occasion.<br />
“We are proud to bring the MST Golf Arena ‘whole-in-one’<br />
experience to Petaling Jaya here at <strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens Mall.<br />
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(From top) L-R: MST Golf CEO Ng Yap, Gavin Green,<br />
<strong>Tropicana</strong> Corporation Group Executive Director<br />
Jared Ang and MST Golf Managing Director KP<br />
Low; and guests teeing off at the launch
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<strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens Mall is a one million<br />
square foot retail landmark with seven<br />
floors and more than 160 stores<br />
SINGHA HOSTS ITS<br />
LARGEST BEER<br />
FEST AT TROPICANA<br />
GARDENS MALL<br />
<strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens Mall, the retail arm of <strong>Tropicana</strong>, recently launched<br />
Malaysia’s first and largest Singha Fest <strong>2022</strong>, which ran from 22<br />
September <strong>2022</strong> to 2 October <strong>2022</strong>. Held at the Hillside from 12pm<br />
to 12am daily, the festival saw beer lovers from every background<br />
converging to treat their taste buds to the original Thai beer, slowbrewed<br />
with premium barley malt, Saaz hops and Thai springwater<br />
since 1933. Complementing Singha’s tantalising range of beverages,<br />
including Singha beer, soda lemon and soda water, the festival also<br />
featured more than a dozen food stalls serving mouth-watering Thai,<br />
Korean, Western, Taiwanese delicacies and more.<br />
Singha Fest <strong>2022</strong> features the<br />
world’s only beer to be stamped<br />
with Thailand’s Royal Garuda.<br />
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Weekend visitors were treated to live performances, featuring dynamic<br />
vocals and melodies to elevate their dining experience. Andrew Ashvin,<br />
Managing Director of <strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens Mall, shared more on the<br />
lifestyle event. “Experiential engagement is the key retail driver and<br />
differentiator today. With this in mind, we are very pleased to bring<br />
the first Singha Fest <strong>2022</strong> to the country! This festival invites visitors<br />
to celebrate the full-bodied flavour of Singha, the only beer in the<br />
world to be stamped with Thailand’s Royal Garuda.” Part of the 17.6-<br />
acre <strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens integrated and transit-oriented development<br />
in <strong>Tropicana</strong> Indah, <strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens Mall is a one million square<br />
foot retail landmark with seven floors and more than 160 stores. To<br />
learn more about the mall and other exciting upcoming events, visit<br />
tropicanagardensmall.com.my and follow the <strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens Mall<br />
Facebook page at facebook.com/TropGardensMall.
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<strong>Tropicana</strong> sponsored 50 runners for<br />
the Sports Paragon Run <strong>2022</strong> under its<br />
charity arm, <strong>Tropicana</strong> Foundation<br />
<strong>The</strong> run included a Lucky<br />
Draw with a Fitness<br />
Concept treadmill and<br />
more up for grabs<br />
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Muhammad Ariff bin Alias<br />
came first in Sports Paragon<br />
Run <strong>2022</strong>’s 3km fun run<br />
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<strong>Tropicana</strong> go-go-FIT Park Adventure Race saw over 100 participants in a series of challenges as individuals or teams in <strong>Tropicana</strong> Metropark’s Urban Park<br />
FUN RUNS DRAW HUNDREDS TO<br />
TROPICANA GARDENS MALL<br />
AND TROPICANA METROPARK<br />
Much early morning merriment and mirth were in the air at the<br />
first Sports Paragon Run <strong>2022</strong> at <strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens Mall and<br />
<strong>Tropicana</strong> go-go-FIT Park Adventure Race at <strong>Tropicana</strong> Metropark.<br />
<strong>The</strong> weekend events drew hundreds of fitness lovers for the Sports<br />
Paragon Run <strong>2022</strong>’s 3km and 5km fun runs around <strong>Tropicana</strong><br />
Indah and Kota Damansara, as well as <strong>Tropicana</strong> go-go-FIT Park<br />
Adventure Race’s challenge stations showcasing its serene Urban<br />
Park spanning 9.2 acres in Subang Jaya. Fifty <strong>Tropicana</strong> staff were<br />
sponsored for the Sports Paragon Run <strong>2022</strong>, in support of the<br />
ongoing <strong>Tropicana</strong> go-go-FIT health campaign and the Group’s<br />
mantra of Redefining the Art of Healthy Living. Joanne Lee,<br />
Deputy Chief Executive Officer of <strong>Tropicana</strong>, shared more on the<br />
collaboration. “It was our pleasure to work with Sports Paragon as<br />
venue sponsor for its inaugural Sports Paragon Run <strong>2022</strong>, while<br />
organising the <strong>Tropicana</strong> go-go-FIT Park Adventure Race, as we<br />
foster fitness and health as a fun part of everyday life. At the same<br />
time, these events showcased the accessibility and connectivity in<br />
and around <strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens Mall and <strong>Tropicana</strong> Indah, as well<br />
as the generous open spaces and facilities of the Urban Park in<br />
<strong>Tropicana</strong> Metropark, in line with <strong>Tropicana</strong>’s unique development<br />
DNA. Seeing their gratifying success, we deeply appreciate the<br />
support shown by the community for these events,” she said.<br />
Kicking off with a vigorous set of warm-up activities and<br />
safety briefing for participants, the Sports Paragon Run <strong>2022</strong><br />
flagged off from <strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens Mall with more than<br />
500 runners. Both 3km and 5km routes proceeded past the<br />
picturesque grounds of Seri Selangor Golf Club and <strong>Tropicana</strong><br />
Golf & Country Resort before returning to the mall. Runners<br />
also stood a chance to walk away with prizes worth up to<br />
RM5,700 in the event’s Lucky Draw, with a Fitness Concept<br />
treadmill up for grabs along with Mr DIY vouchers and Futuro<br />
Knee Stabilisers by 3M. Meanwhile, the <strong>Tropicana</strong> go-go-FIT<br />
Park Adventure Race drew over 100 participants in 20 teams<br />
to a series of challenges in <strong>Tropicana</strong> Metropark’s Urban Park.<br />
Challenges ranged from solving number puzzles and fitness<br />
tests to the “Footsteps to Healthy Pathway” activity. In line<br />
with the <strong>Tropicana</strong> go-go-FIT campaign, a mini wellness fair<br />
offered educational sessions such as free health screenings<br />
and mental health assessments as well as a juice making<br />
workshop. To learn more about <strong>Tropicana</strong> go-go-FIT and<br />
other upcoming events, visit tropicanacorp.com.my/gogofit/<br />
and follow the <strong>Tropicana</strong> Facebook page at facebook.com/<br />
<strong>Tropicana</strong>Corp.<br />
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<strong>2022</strong> TGCR SPORTS<br />
CHAMPIONSHIPS RETURN<br />
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Sports fans made their mark at the <strong>2022</strong><br />
<strong>Tropicana</strong> Golf & Country Resort (“TGCR”) Sports<br />
Championships, participating in four different<br />
racquet games, namely tennis, badminton, squash<br />
and table tennis.<br />
1996 and this year, the games are back, taking<br />
place from 20 August until 11 September <strong>2022</strong>.<br />
<strong>The</strong> prize giving ceremony and high tea was<br />
held at the Function Room on the last day of the<br />
championships.<br />
Some of the winners at the<br />
prize giving ceremony on 11<br />
September <strong>2022</strong><br />
<strong>The</strong> championships have been running since<br />
A hearty congratulations to all the winners!
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TGCR IS BACK IN THE GAME<br />
WITH ANNIVERSARY CUP<br />
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<strong>The</strong> <strong>Tropicana</strong> Golf & Country Resort (“TGCR”) is<br />
proud to host its Anniversary Cup once again after<br />
a two years break. <strong>The</strong> event which took place on<br />
27 August <strong>2022</strong> drew the strong support of 140<br />
participating members.<br />
At the prize giving ceremony, General Manager<br />
Ravindran Varnagopal thanked all the members for<br />
their continuous support through the years. He also<br />
shared that this has allowed the club to grow in its<br />
reputation and presence.<br />
“<strong>The</strong> 230 acres golf club which comprises of 27-<br />
hole East and West Course was founded in 1990<br />
with the East Course opened later in 1993 and<br />
the clubhouse in March 1994. It has been almost<br />
30 years since TCGR was officially opened on 13<br />
January 1996.<br />
“Do you remember the club’s first hole in one? <strong>The</strong><br />
date was 1 February 1993, which was 29 years ago,<br />
scored by Lim Jit Toong at Hole 13 East Course<br />
1. Let’s continue to make memories like this<br />
together,” said Ravindran to loud cheers.<br />
<strong>The</strong> Anniversary Cup was first held in 1994 and<br />
TGCR will continue with this great tradition in the<br />
years to come.<br />
Clockwise: All the winners;<br />
General Manager Ravindran<br />
Varnagopal recapping historical<br />
moments of the clubs and<br />
presenting the grand lucky<br />
draw prize of a golf bag and<br />
TGCR merchandise to the<br />
winner
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Clockwise: <strong>The</strong> uber happening<br />
Creative Art Market, cosplayers<br />
in action, booths at the Toys<br />
and Collectibles Market<br />
TAGCC <strong>2022</strong> DRAWS 70,000-STRONG<br />
CROWD TO TROPICANA GARDENS MALL<br />
<strong>The</strong> third installation of the Toys Anime Games and Comic Con (or<br />
better known as TAGCC) at <strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens Mall was a huge<br />
success, pulling in fans, hobbyists and collectors by the hundreds.<br />
<strong>The</strong> convention was an unforgettable experience for many as<br />
this was the best chance for fans to get hold of limited edition<br />
merchandises, meet up with cool cosplayers, admire detailed<br />
figurines and toys, and more.<br />
were two tournament areas for Cardfight!! Vanguard, one being<br />
the Bahasa version.<br />
<strong>The</strong> Creative Art Market proved to be a big hit with tons of<br />
merchandises, from stickers to pins, wax seals to prints and<br />
even tote bags, selling like hotcakes. Long queues were also<br />
seen at the Cosplay Market as fans turned up to show support<br />
for their favourite cosplayers and grab exclusive merchandises.<br />
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<strong>The</strong> response for the two-day event, from 22 to 23 October<br />
<strong>2022</strong>, was overwhelming thanks to the tremendous support and<br />
backing of the community. This time round, in a world rising<br />
from the Covid-19 ashes, the convention managed to fill up 120<br />
booths at its Creative Art Market with another 45 exhibitors<br />
at the Toys and Collectibles Market, and played host to 19 hot<br />
names in the Malaysian cosplaying scene. On top of that, there<br />
Special guests for the convention included Japanese artist Ma<br />
and local cartoonist Ernest Ng; cosplayers YingTze and Luna<br />
Lorrain; and VTubers Liliana Vampaia and Lunaris Urufi.<br />
Fans sang praises for the fun event packed with an impressive<br />
line-up and well thought out layout, making the TAGCC <strong>2022</strong> an<br />
outstanding chapter indeed.
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EVERY PINT MATTERS<br />
<strong>Tropicana</strong> Foundation’s blood donation drive<br />
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Staying true to <strong>Tropicana</strong>'s main goal, Redefining<br />
the Art of Caring, <strong>Tropicana</strong> Foundation remains<br />
committed to running its bi-annual blood donation<br />
drive in collaboration with the National Blood<br />
Centre. <strong>The</strong> success of this drive is only possible<br />
through the immense support of all <strong>Tropicana</strong> staff.<br />
stepped forward to help, resulting in the successful<br />
collection of 55 bags of blood.<br />
As always, the safety of donors and the future<br />
recipients remains a priority. All participants are<br />
screened and tested by the medical officers first to<br />
ensure that the donors are eligible to donate.<br />
<strong>Tropicana</strong> staff from various<br />
departments came out in full<br />
force to support the blood<br />
donation drive<br />
<strong>The</strong> second edition of the blood donation took place<br />
on 11 October from 10am to 4pm at the <strong>Tropicana</strong><br />
Experiential Hall in the <strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens Office<br />
Tower. <strong>The</strong> campaign drew 76 generous hearts who<br />
Please bear in mind, if you are keen to help, do<br />
drink plenty of water, eat hearty, top up on iron<br />
supplements and get well rested, before and after<br />
donating blood.
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
NOVEMBER/DECEMBER <strong>2022</strong> SHOWCASE<br />
TO THE RESCUE OF<br />
OUR FURRY FRIENDS<br />
<strong>Tropicana</strong> Foundation reaches out to support homeless animals<br />
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Property developer <strong>Tropicana</strong> Corporation Berhad (“<strong>Tropicana</strong>”)<br />
reached out to support more than 400 rescued pets and strays<br />
at My Pets Haven, Setia Alam and PAWS Animal Welfare Shelter<br />
(“PAWS”), Ara Damansara. Organised through the Group’s charity<br />
arm, <strong>Tropicana</strong> Foundation, the initiative saw 20 volunteers<br />
pitching in to clean cages, prepare food, walk and feed the<br />
animals, and more.<br />
<strong>The</strong> Foundation donated 380kg of dry pet food, 50L of hand<br />
wash liquid, 60L of bleach, and 60kg of soap powder in total,<br />
as well as the services of volunteers comprising <strong>Tropicana</strong> staff,<br />
who donated their time and energy. <strong>The</strong> initiative was first held<br />
at My Pets Haven on 27 September <strong>2022</strong>, followed by PAWS on<br />
15 October <strong>2022</strong>.<br />
Dion Tan, Group Managing Director of <strong>Tropicana</strong>, shared that this<br />
campaign is important to help raise awareness on the issue of pet<br />
abandonment and strays in the society.<br />
“This charitable endeavour marks the growth of <strong>Tropicana</strong><br />
Foundation as we extend aid to our furry friends. Animal welfare<br />
is an important issue that needs to be addressed. <strong>The</strong>se homeless<br />
animals have their rights but in the long run, strays on our streets<br />
equally pose a possible threat to public health.<br />
“As a society, we all have our roles to play and with this initiative,<br />
<strong>Tropicana</strong> will endeavour to Redefine the Art of Living for both<br />
man and animal,” he said.<br />
Founder of My Pets Haven, 65-year-old Aileen Lee, stressed on<br />
the need for the public to start adopting and stop buying. She<br />
also underlined the importance of spaying and neutering these<br />
homeless animals to control the population of stray dogs and cats.<br />
Running the shelter alone, Lee, better known as Aunty Aileen,<br />
starts her day as early as 5am to walk the dogs, prepare their<br />
meals, clean their cages, and more. She relies greatly on<br />
volunteers for help with all the chores to provide a conducive and<br />
clean environment for the cats and dogs at her shelter. She also<br />
shared that the shelter constantly needs funding for food and<br />
medical treatment for the animals.<br />
Over at PAWS, the shelter is currently housing more than 400<br />
cats and dogs, and is also in need of the assistance from the<br />
public, be it in cash or in kind, as well as volunteers.<br />
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NOVEMBER/DECEMBER <strong>2022</strong> SHOWCASE<br />
TGCR’S POPULAR<br />
NITE RACE<br />
DRAWS OVER 250<br />
FITNESS LOVERS<br />
<strong>Tropicana</strong> Golf & Country Resort (“TGCR”) welcomed more than 250 fitness lovers<br />
to its serene green grounds in early October for its popular Nite Race. <strong>The</strong> signature<br />
event saw families in high spirits as well as fun seekers vying for cash prizes worth<br />
up to RM500 while enjoying the cool evening breeze and panoramic vistas of the<br />
golf club at night.<br />
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<strong>The</strong> signature event showcased the serene greenscapes of <strong>Tropicana</strong> Golf & Country Resort<br />
“Launched in 2010, the annual TGCR Night Race was the first<br />
of its kind organised by a golf club in a golf course. Due to<br />
the Covid-19 pandemic, we were unable to hold the run in the<br />
past two years. We are pleased to revive this tradition as part<br />
of our core mission in Redefining the Art of Healthy Living. It<br />
is gratifying to see the strong support from the community and<br />
turnout for the event, right here at the <strong>Tropicana</strong> Golf & Country<br />
Resort where <strong>Tropicana</strong>’s journey began,” said Sharudin bin<br />
Kamarudin, General Manager of <strong>Tropicana</strong> Golf & Country Resort.<br />
<strong>The</strong> signature event kicked off with an invigorating warm-up<br />
session at the club’s Golf Wing before the runners were flagged<br />
off to happy, loud cheers against a stunning backdrop of sunset<br />
on the greens.
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Safety was a priority, with security personnel present throughout the<br />
route to monitor runners and race conditions<br />
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<strong>The</strong> <strong>Tropicana</strong> Elite team of athletes represented the Group at the<br />
signature event<br />
<strong>The</strong> TGCR Nite Race was opened to diverse age groups with<br />
two course of fun runs, 5km and 8km, and participants were<br />
grouped into the following categories:<br />
• Category A – 5km, Boys & Girls, Junior – 13 years to 17 years<br />
• Category B – 8km, Men & Ladies, Open – 18 years to 44 years<br />
• Category C – 5km, Men & Ladies, Open – 45 years and above<br />
Here, safety is top priority and security personnel were<br />
present throughout the route to monitor the runners and race<br />
conditions. Each hole was closed as the final runners crossed,<br />
to safeguard participants and the community.<br />
For the winners, each were rewarded with a medal for their<br />
achievement. On top of that, participation also entitled the<br />
runners to a lucky draw, with prizes such as a flight ticket<br />
to Vietnam up for grabs, thanks to Vietnam Airlines. Other<br />
goodies included vouchers from Focus Point, Komugi and<br />
McDonald’s.
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Winners in each category received a medal for their achievement, and runners participated in a lucky draw<br />
CATEGORY A WINNERS<br />
CATEGORY B WINNERS<br />
CATEGORY C WINNERS<br />
GIRLS<br />
1st Place Yingxue Fan<br />
(20min 40sec)<br />
LADIES<br />
1st Place Lim Ket Yeng<br />
(50min 1sec)<br />
LADIES<br />
1st Place Cindy Lai Williams<br />
(18min 18sec)<br />
2nd Place Lok Yanxi<br />
(24min 28 sec)<br />
2nd Place Chan Xue Li<br />
(51min 9sec)<br />
2nd Place Lew Mee Ling<br />
(22min 0sec)<br />
3rd Place Jenny Lee Siew Gaik<br />
(25min 28 sec)<br />
3rd Place Julianna Hyvonen<br />
(51min 16sec)<br />
3rd Place Heng Sooi Huang<br />
(23min 40sec)<br />
BOYS<br />
1st Place Tireshh a/l Rajamogan<br />
(16min 11sec)<br />
MEN<br />
1st Place Pearljit Singh<br />
(39min 28sec)<br />
MEN<br />
1st Place Wang Kim Sieng<br />
(20min 12sec)<br />
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2nd Place Sashvein Rao Ramkumar<br />
(16min 51 sec)<br />
2nd Place Goh Swee Hoe<br />
(42min 5sec)<br />
2nd Place Lim Beng Chai<br />
(21min 2sec)<br />
3rd Place Carwyn Lai William<br />
(17min 2sec)<br />
3rd Place Darius Lim<br />
(42min 52sec)<br />
3rd Place Kenichi Izawa<br />
(21min 54sec)
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<strong>The</strong> popular Christmas<br />
Wonderland in Singapore<br />
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A TERRIFIC<br />
CHRISTMAS<br />
Experience an amazing holiday getaway at one of these<br />
great destinations in the region<br />
While a white Christmas is the quintessential<br />
symbol of the holiday season, those of us who<br />
call the tropics home know all too well that this is<br />
a fantasy. On the other hand, we have a tendency<br />
to overlook the fact that celebrating Christmas<br />
in the tropics can actually be quite enjoyable.<br />
In fact, people in other parts of the world would<br />
go to great lengths to escape the cold and visit<br />
tropical countries. Here are some of the top<br />
tropical Christmas getaways for an unforgettable<br />
celebration.<br />
THAILAND<br />
<strong>The</strong>re are not many Christians in this predominantly<br />
Buddhist country, and 25 <strong>December</strong> is not a<br />
national holiday except in several provinces.<br />
However, the spirit of Christmas is still very much<br />
present. You may find Christmas trees, lights<br />
and decorations in many malls over the holiday<br />
season. In fact, the Christmas period is the best<br />
time to travel to Thailand. When planning a trip to<br />
<strong>The</strong> Land of Smiles in <strong>December</strong>, you can pretty<br />
much count on the weather to be on your side,<br />
with lots of sunshine and very little to no rain at<br />
all. Daytime highs often hover around 25°C to 30°C<br />
while evening lows can dip to 15°C.<br />
One of the most vibrant capitals in Southeast Asia,<br />
Bangkok is an effortless mix of the modern and<br />
the traditional, making it an absolute must-see. In<br />
this city, not only can you find trendy restaurants<br />
and exciting nightlife, but also discover Buddhist<br />
temples, discount shopping and wonderful street<br />
cuisine. For a beach break, head to Pattaya, which<br />
is situated about an hour south of Bangkok. Along<br />
with its reputation for a pulsating nightlife, Pattaya<br />
is famous for its fantastic water sports and diving<br />
excursions to some of Thailand’s top wreck sites.<br />
If you'd rather stay on an island, Phuket is the<br />
place to go. <strong>The</strong> extent to which locals have<br />
adopted Western Christmas customs might<br />
surprise you. Even though many of them are either<br />
Buddhists or Muslims, they spare no effort to make<br />
sure tourists have the best Christmas ever. At<br />
several of the island’s five-star resorts, you’ll<br />
discover special Christmas meals and celebrations,<br />
along with games and activities suitable for the<br />
whole family.<br />
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Golden Christmas<br />
trees in Hong Kong<br />
HONG KONG<br />
Thanks to its Winterfest, Hong Kong has firmly<br />
established itself as one of the best places to enjoy<br />
a tropical Christmas. <strong>The</strong>re is solid justification for<br />
its global fame. <strong>The</strong> city morphs into a magical<br />
winter wonderland decked out in Christmas trees,<br />
artificial snow, fairy lights, Santa Claus and his<br />
reindeer statues and other seasonal decorations<br />
throughout the holiday season.<strong>The</strong>n there is Hong<br />
Kong Disneyland, which is an excellent choice for<br />
a Christmas vacation with the family. If Disneyland<br />
isn’t your cup of tea, there are plenty of activities<br />
to experience in the city such as festive parades,<br />
fireworks, free live performances and carolling.<br />
Carolers from local churches and schools perform<br />
in public spaces like parks and shopping centres<br />
in the days leading up to Christmas and on<br />
Christmas eve. Free performances are also usually<br />
presented by music groups and orchestras. And,<br />
don’t forget to spend time to appreciate the retail<br />
experience. To help clear out their inventory, many<br />
Hong Kong stores, including designer boutiques<br />
reduce prices and offer attractive discounts in the<br />
month of <strong>December</strong>.<br />
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SINGAPORE<br />
Despite the lack of winter wonderland trappings<br />
such as snow and reindeer, Christmas in<br />
Singapore is just as wonderful as it is anywhere<br />
else in the West. <strong>The</strong> dazzling display of colourful<br />
lights around Orchard Road is a must-see and will<br />
surely put you in a merry mood. Another fantastic<br />
location to witness an extravaganza of lights,<br />
sound and spectacle is at the annual Christmas<br />
Wonderland event at Gardens by the Bay. Dubbed<br />
Singapore’s biggest Christmas fair, it features a<br />
festive market, carnival games, rides, giant light<br />
sculptures, Santa’s Grotto and many other fun<br />
things to do and see. <strong>The</strong> artificial snow, towering<br />
Christmas tree and Christmas carols all contribute<br />
to the holiday spirit. It should come as no surprise<br />
that the popular event, which is expected to take<br />
place from 30 <strong>November</strong> to 26 <strong>December</strong> <strong>2022</strong> is<br />
likely to attract more than three million visitors.
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BIGSHOT OFFICIALLY<br />
TEES OFF<br />
At BigShot in <strong>Tropicana</strong> Golf & Country Resort, you can<br />
play golf at world-famous courses like Pebble Beach and<br />
the Old Course at St Andrews!
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Dani (left) and Tan Sri Effendi enjoying a game of golf<br />
<strong>Tropicana</strong> Golf & Country Resort (“TGCR”) has a new<br />
attraction, which provides a golfing experience that is at<br />
the cutting-edge of technology. Welcome to BigShot Indoor<br />
Golf & Entertainment centre. Located at TGCR’s Sports Wing,<br />
BigShot is the perfect playground for serious golfers looking<br />
to level up their swing, as well as those who simply want to<br />
have fun discovering and experiencing the game with family<br />
and friends. Open to both TGCR members and the public,<br />
this innovative concept offers a realistic golfing experience<br />
and allows players to replay and analyse each shot. Plus, you<br />
can play whenever you like, no matter the weather and do<br />
whatever you wish - practise, coach or just play.<br />
<strong>The</strong> simulator bays and private suites at BigShot are<br />
equipped with the Bravo Golf system, renowned for its<br />
exceptional visuals and advanced graphics of world-famous<br />
courses. Its high-speed dual camera system and threedimensional<br />
monitoring tracks measures shots with a high<br />
degree of accuracy. <strong>The</strong> Swing Analysis function follows the<br />
ball flight of every shot; showing the distance, ball speed,<br />
club head speed, trajectory and more. Bravo Golf’s Impact<br />
Analysis lets you evaluate exactly how you are striking the<br />
ball, so you can analyse your clubhead path with real images<br />
all the way through the impact zone. Additionally, dynamic<br />
sound and scenery and variable weather mode creates the<br />
feeling of being out on the course of your dreams! Choose<br />
from 100 of the best courses such as Pebble Beach or the<br />
Old Course at St Andrews. BigShot is the brainchild of father<br />
and son team Tan Sri Effendi Norwawi and Dani Effendi.<br />
“One of our best family investments was a home golf<br />
simulator that we installed before the pandemic hit. During<br />
the MCO, while people were complaining about not being<br />
able to golf, we kept on playing, and we were getting better<br />
at our game. When my dad finally went back to playing<br />
again with his friends, they wondered how he was suddenly<br />
hitting the ball further than them and scoring way better!”<br />
Dani exclaims. BigShot also has three Private Golfing Suites<br />
with karaoke, suitable for parties, family celebrations,<br />
corporate presentations or hosting corporate events. What’s<br />
more, the venue features a multi-sports simulator offering<br />
games such as football, frisbee, baseball and foosball. <strong>The</strong>re<br />
are also pool tables as well as virtual reality machines like<br />
the Light Bike and VR Racing Simulator. Discover more at<br />
www.bigshotgolfmy.com or call 03-7887 5777.<br />
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BEST NEW<br />
YEAR’S EVE<br />
GETAWAYS<br />
<strong>The</strong>se destinations might help you decide<br />
whether you want a romantic break, a lively<br />
festival vibe or a relaxing family getaway to<br />
ring in the new year<br />
Symbolic release of<br />
lanterns into the air<br />
accompanied by a<br />
display of fireworks<br />
in Chiang Mai<br />
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CHIANG MAI, THAILAND<br />
While cities all over the globe celebrate the arrival of the new year with<br />
fireworks and bright lights, none shine brighter than in Chiang Mai,<br />
where thousands of paper lanterns are released into the sky to mark<br />
the passing of the previous year and to usher in the new with hopes of<br />
prosperity. At midnight, locals and tourists gather along on each side of<br />
the Ping river to take part in the symbolic release of lanterns into the<br />
air, which is accompanied by loud applause and an amazing display of<br />
fireworks. You can also celebrate at the North Gate or also known as<br />
“the gate”, which is home to fine dining restaurants as well as a vibrant<br />
nightlife scene consisting largely of pubs and clubs that cater to those<br />
seeking a livelier evening out. No matter how you choose to ring in the<br />
new year in Chiang Mai, you will find that the city has a way of making<br />
the occasion feel magical.
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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA<br />
During the height of the summer season in the southern<br />
hemisphere and the celebrations that accompany the arrival<br />
of the new year, Sydney is transformed into a site of sparkling<br />
celebrations and beauty. One of the most technologically<br />
advanced fireworks displays in the world takes place over<br />
Sydney Harbour, setting the entire city ablaze with festivities.<br />
Neighbourhoods across the city offer unique opportunities to<br />
experience Sydney’s rich cultural heritage, iconic landmarks<br />
and thriving daily life. More than one million people gather<br />
along Sydney Harbour’s foreshore to see the fireworks every<br />
year, and the show is broadcast live to more than 425 million<br />
viewers around the world. <strong>The</strong> stunning Sydney Harbour, the<br />
gorgeous Sydney Harbour Bridge and the magnificent Sydney<br />
Opera House will be the focal points of two spectacular<br />
fireworks shows, the first of which will take place at 9pm and<br />
the second at midnight.<br />
BALI, INDONESIA<br />
If you’re looking for a spectacular setting to ring in the new<br />
year, the Island of the Gods is a strong contender. Every type<br />
of traveller can find their ideal activity in Bali, from the calm<br />
and private to the bold and boisterous. You’re bound to get<br />
the coolest clubbing experience in Bali because the swankiest<br />
beachfront clubs offer the biggest parties. What’s more,<br />
in south Bali, there are numerous private beach events that<br />
provide a bustling and never-ending nightlife. Be sure to check<br />
out the events and parties in Kuta, Seminyak, Sanur, Canggu<br />
and Nusa Dua. For a romantic and relaxing atmosphere, head to<br />
the nearest beach. Being outside in the fresh air by the sea is a
wonderful way to unwind. And, as the clock strikes twelve, you<br />
will be treated to the spectacle of fireworks, which will light up<br />
the night sky and cast a beautiful glow over the water.<br />
• Langkawi is an ideal island destination for ringing in the new<br />
year, as there are many places to party, dine, and relax on the<br />
beach. <strong>The</strong> tropical island paradise is also home to <strong>Tropicana</strong><br />
Cenang, a premium integrated development by the sea.<br />
SEOUL, KOREA<br />
<strong>The</strong> passing of one year and the arrival of the next are both<br />
publicly declared in South Korea by the customary ringing of a<br />
bell located at a key location. <strong>The</strong> Bosingak Bell, which is close<br />
to the Jonggak Station (Line 1), is the most recognisable bell<br />
in Seoul. Each year, at the stroke of midnight on 31 <strong>December</strong>,<br />
a total of 16 people, including the mayor of Seoul, ring the bell<br />
33 times. <strong>The</strong> ringing of the bell is a common ritual in Korean<br />
culture since the Joseon Dynasty when the bell was rung daily<br />
to announce the beginning and end of the day. However, many<br />
Koreans prefer to welcome the new year by witnessing the<br />
first dawn of the year from the country’s eastern coast or the<br />
tallest nearby mountains. <strong>The</strong>y believe that wishes made while<br />
witnessing the first dawn of the year are granted more readily<br />
than those uttered at any other time. One of the easiest summits<br />
to reach is Haneul Park or Sky Park, which offers a 360° view of<br />
Seoul. You can get there by walking up a wooden staircase with<br />
291 steps or by taking an electric tram.<br />
• Resorts World Genting, Genting Highlands also provides a lively<br />
environment in which to welcome in the new year, with a variety<br />
of restaurants, nightlife and entertainment options. It is 12km<br />
away from <strong>Tropicana</strong> Grandhill.
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STAY AND PLAY<br />
HOLIDAY<br />
Golf season is in full swing, now that the holidays are<br />
here, and we have some options for a family vacation<br />
that includes plenty of golfing opportunities<br />
<strong>The</strong> 27-hole championship<br />
golf course at TGCR is<br />
among the best in Malaysia
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TROPICANA GOLF & COUNTRY RESORT, MALAYSIA<br />
<strong>The</strong> 27-hole championship golf course at the <strong>Tropicana</strong><br />
Golf & Country Resort (“TGCR”) is widely regarded as<br />
being among the best in Malaysia. As a result, many golf<br />
fans make it a point to make this location an important<br />
stop on their golfing itinerary on a regular basis. Golf<br />
may be played at TGCR, located in Petaling Jaya,<br />
Selangor at any time of day or night. <strong>The</strong>re are three<br />
different “dream nines” that are both demanding and<br />
enjoyable for golf pros and amateurs alike since they<br />
were built according to the standards set by the United<br />
States Golf Association. <strong>The</strong> nine-hole West Course and<br />
the 18-hole East Course both boast carefully-placed<br />
bunkers and water hazards among scenic holes on the<br />
undulating green. <strong>The</strong> clubhouse at TGCR is massive,<br />
with a gross built-up size of over 450,000 square feet.<br />
Since March 1994, it has served as Malaysia’s largest<br />
Clubhouse for residents and members alike, and it has<br />
won numerous accolades including Bloomberg’s Best<br />
Golf Development Award with the highest Five-Star<br />
rating in Asia Pacific and Best Clubhouse/Facilities<br />
Award in Golf Malaysia Readers’ Poll. <strong>The</strong> Main Wing, the<br />
Golf Wing and the Sports Wing make up the Clubhouse's<br />
three different sections, and they provide a variety of<br />
facilities that bring leisure and pleasure to people of all<br />
ages. BigShot Indoor Golf & Entertainment centre is one<br />
of TGCR’s latest family-friendly attractions. It’s designed<br />
as the ultimate playground for serious golfers wishing to<br />
improve their swing and those who just want to have fun<br />
with family and friends.<br />
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<strong>The</strong> clubhouse at Bali<br />
National Golf Club<br />
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Laguna Lang Co is<br />
Vietnam’s first world-class<br />
integrated resort<br />
BALI NATIONAL GOLF CLUB, INDONESIA<br />
Whether you are a beginner, a pro or just a casual<br />
weekend golfer looking for a relaxing golf holiday,<br />
Bali National Golf Club is the place to visit. It<br />
offers visitors a luxurious golfing experience with<br />
the redesigned Bali National Golf Club, which has<br />
three distinct playing environments throughout<br />
the 18-hole course. <strong>The</strong> first nine holes feature<br />
creeks, canyons and native vegetation as well<br />
as tropical birds, while holes 10 through 16 offer<br />
the golfer gently contoured fairways. Finally, the<br />
island green hole 17 and lakeside hole 18 are the<br />
challenging finishing holes to test every golfer.<br />
<strong>The</strong> course has received many awards including<br />
Best Golf Course in Indonesia 2018 by Asian Golf<br />
Awards, Best Golf Course by Exquisite in 2021,<br />
and Best Golf Course and Resort by Bali Tourism<br />
Awards <strong>2022</strong>. <strong>The</strong> Bali National Golf Villas are<br />
located within the resort and feature seven villas<br />
with views of the breathtaking 17th and 18th holes<br />
as well as access to a private beach. Each villa can<br />
accommodate up to six people and a dedicated<br />
butler is available to attend to your needs.
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Banyan Tree Phuket<br />
Serenity Pool Villa<br />
LAGUNA LANG CO RESORT, VIETNAM<br />
Nestled along the coast of central Vietnam, Laguna<br />
Lang Co is the country’s first world-class integrated<br />
resort. <strong>The</strong> development is located in a unique<br />
crescent bay offering privacy and exclusivity, and<br />
includes Banyan Tree and Angsana branded hotels<br />
and spas, a golf course, private villas and residences<br />
and convention facilities. Laguna Lang Co has a wide<br />
range of activities to accommodate groups, couples<br />
and families of all ages. Jet skiing, parasailing, water<br />
skiing, wind surfing, kayaking and banana boat rides<br />
are available at the Marine Centre, while archery,<br />
mountain biking and horse riding are offered at the<br />
Activities Centre. <strong>The</strong> Laguna Lang Co Golf Club,<br />
an 18-hole, par-71 championship course delivers a<br />
golfing experience that can be enjoyed by skilled and<br />
novice players alike. <strong>The</strong> site’s natural rugged terrain<br />
has been preserved, offering a distinctive course with<br />
changing landscape framed by mountains on three<br />
sides and the East Sea to the west. <strong>The</strong> oceanfront<br />
golf course is known for its scenic location among<br />
towering trees, streams, verdant paddy fields and<br />
rock formations. It is one of only three golf courses<br />
in the world to be Earth Check Gold Certified and<br />
has been listed as one of the most sustainable golf<br />
courses in the world.<br />
BANYAN TREE PHUKET, THAILAND<br />
Discover your ideal getaway with a golf package<br />
from Banyan Tree Phuket. Packages include a threenight<br />
stay in a luxury Banyan Pool Villa or Signature<br />
Pool Villa, two complimentary 18-hole green fees for<br />
two guests per stay, and a 60-minute massage at<br />
the Banyan Tree Spa Phuket. This Phuket resort is a<br />
private paradise, with all-pool villas tucked around<br />
a lagoon and surrounded by lush greenery, making<br />
it ideal for families, couples, golfers and guests<br />
interested in discovering the island’s rich history,<br />
vibrant culture and beautiful beaches. Explore the<br />
interesting places that Phuket has to offer by taking<br />
a dip in the clear blue sea, going on a hike through<br />
the island’s lush forests or taking in the exciting<br />
atmosphere of the bustling night markets. Excursions<br />
to experience the wonders of the surrounding area<br />
with your family are also available, such as a visit<br />
to the Phuket Elephant Sanctuary, participating in<br />
a beach clean-up or learning about the traditional<br />
practise of almsgiving.<br />
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Homes by a beautiful lake
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HANA<br />
RESIDENCES’<br />
HEAVENLY HOMES<br />
Hana Residences, the final Signature Villa series<br />
of <strong>Tropicana</strong> Aman, a haven for life made beautiful<br />
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Artist's Impression
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<strong>The</strong> late Swiss-French architect, Le Corbusier once said, “<strong>The</strong> home should be the treasure chest of<br />
living". A home is a place where you can unwind, enjoy and feel safe. It should be a haven of rest<br />
and rejuvenation, where you can relax after a long day and share joyful, memorable experiences<br />
with those you love.<br />
Introducing Hana Residences, the final Signature Villa Series of <strong>Tropicana</strong> Aman in Kota Kemuning,<br />
which offers all these and more. <strong>The</strong> superbly designed multi-generational homes at Hana<br />
Residences are nestled within a private enclave, featuring bungalow and semi-detached homes on<br />
lots ranging in size from 45' x 80' to 80' x 100'. In addition to this, the development is situated on<br />
an elevated ground with breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. Some of the units are<br />
situated on a prime locale, offering both lake and garden views. <strong>The</strong>se North/South facing homes<br />
are designed with comfort, spaciousness and luxury in mind. <strong>The</strong> meticulous planning makes it<br />
possible to have living spaces with double volume ceiling height in the dining and living areas,<br />
which results in layouts that are incredibly effective and filled with the most possible natural light<br />
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Spacious semi-detached units
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and enhanced ventilation. Take pleasure in thoughtful touches, such as stylish fittings and advance<br />
home features, to complete your ideal home. <strong>The</strong> provision of a lift in our 3-storey bungalows,<br />
wide walkways and doors all contribute to an increase in the level of comfort provided for multigenerational<br />
living. A smart home system is already installed in your home, providing you with all the<br />
ease and convenience that goes along with living in a high-tech house. On top of that, a safe and<br />
secure living environment bolstered by multiple levels of security further reassures.<br />
Each day, you can greet the sunshine and crisp air flowing in from one of the many nearby pocket<br />
parks designed with family togetherness in mind, where family members of all ages, from toddlers<br />
to seniors, can engage in a variety of activities. Discover the natural splendour tucked away within<br />
this exclusive enclave and experience the peaceful calmness as you take a stroll through the treelined<br />
Linear Park that is right outside your front door. You can also choose to unwind and reflect at<br />
one of the many pavilions that are scattered around this picturesque environment. With the Central<br />
Garden located within easy walking distance, getting away from life's daily stress can be done easily.<br />
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Artist's Impression
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An overview of the gardens<br />
Artist's Impression<br />
<strong>The</strong> amphitheatre, exercise terrace, play pavilion, reflexology area and many<br />
other leisurely opportunities are just some of the options that are waiting to<br />
be discovered. This opulent tropical refuge also has direct access to the<br />
85 acres Central Park that is filled with lush greenery and over at the<br />
exclusive Recreational Hub, more activities await you.<br />
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<strong>The</strong> abundance of facilities here — a seven-kilometre walking and<br />
biking trail, lakes and more — make it easy to adopt a better and<br />
healthier lifestyle through activities such as walking, jogging and<br />
cycling. With so many attractive qualities, <strong>Tropicana</strong> Aman’s final<br />
Signature Villa Series is fittingly named Hana. It is a beautiful name<br />
which means flower in Japanese, number one in Korean, and shine,<br />
glow, give out love, or radiance in Maori, to reflect the brilliance of<br />
the address.<br />
Artist's Impression<br />
Wake up to a beautiful view<br />
in this lovely bedroom<br />
UNIQUE SELLING POINTS<br />
* Gated and guarded<br />
* Commercial neighbourhood<br />
* Recreational hub<br />
* 85-acre Central Park<br />
* Nearby educational institutions, medical centres, malls, banks,<br />
public facilities, transportation hubs<br />
* Easy access to major highways<br />
Call 1700 81 8868 to find out more
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TRANQUILITY<br />
AT HOME<br />
Reflexology paths, jogging tracks and lakes are<br />
just some of the amenities bringing property<br />
developments like <strong>Tropicana</strong> Heights and <strong>Tropicana</strong><br />
Metropark to the forefront of peace and well-being
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In order to recreate the experience of<br />
a true retreat, <strong>Tropicana</strong> places a high<br />
value on holistic well-being and the<br />
link between the mind, body and soul.<br />
To ensure residents enjoy a high quality<br />
of life, <strong>Tropicana</strong>’s amenities foster a<br />
variety of healthy pastimes, including<br />
physical activity and exercise, as well<br />
as a connection to nature. For instance,<br />
one of the most alluring features of<br />
<strong>Tropicana</strong> Heights is its 16-acre Central<br />
Park featuring walkways with a breadth<br />
of three metres and a 750-metre<br />
Linear Lake, which provide a healthy<br />
environment for residents’ overall wellbeing.<br />
<strong>The</strong>re are also lookout pavilions<br />
and floating gazebos, which invite<br />
passers-by to take in the serenity of the<br />
park’s water features.<br />
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<strong>Tropicana</strong> Heights<br />
is distinguished<br />
by many features,<br />
including a lake<br />
and lush greenery
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Exercise facilities and spaces such as a children’s<br />
playground, basketball court, and sports lawn can<br />
also be found here. <strong>The</strong> township, envisioned as a<br />
modern village in the heart of Kajang, was designed<br />
in harmony with the surrounding community and<br />
environment, with preservation and revitalisation<br />
of the surrounding natural eco-system taking<br />
precedence. <strong>The</strong> Recreational Hub located in the<br />
heart of <strong>Tropicana</strong> Heights features luxurious facilities<br />
consistent with the township’s prestige including an<br />
Olympic-sized infinity pool overlooking the Linear<br />
Lake, gymnasium, sauna, rooftop tennis court and<br />
more.<br />
Committed to sustainable development, the township<br />
is built based on an environmentally-conscious<br />
design that is inclusive of the community, focusing<br />
on characteristics such as topography and rainwater<br />
management; wide, wheelchair-accessible paths; and<br />
gross pollution traps; among others. Additionally,<br />
<strong>Tropicana</strong> Heights’ units feature expansive, open<br />
layouts with double-volume spaces, unobstructed<br />
views and enough windows to facilitate natural airflow<br />
and indirect lighting. At <strong>Tropicana</strong> Metropark, highrise<br />
homes encircle a lake that is located within the<br />
development’s Urban Park, bringing together the best<br />
of city living and the great outdoors in one convenient<br />
location. <strong>The</strong> development’s philosophy is reflected<br />
in the thoughtful incorporation of scenic, open<br />
spaces. Spread out across more than 88 acres of<br />
freehold land in Subang Jaya, this integrated mixed<br />
development, comprising residential, commercial<br />
and recreational areas, is designed around a 9.2-<br />
acre park complete with a canal. Inspired by the<br />
Yarra River in Melbourne, Australia the design<br />
emphasises spatial permeability and connectivity.<br />
<strong>The</strong> energy of the city and the natural environment<br />
are brought together in a way that is seamless,<br />
creating a synergy that makes it possible for this<br />
development to continue to be appealing thanks to<br />
the wholesome value proposition it offers to those<br />
looking for a holistic urban life.<br />
Hills, slopes and lawns rise gently over the walkways<br />
and waterways in the park, complementing the<br />
environment and offering ample open space for<br />
residents. <strong>The</strong>re is also a 1.3km jogging track around<br />
and through the park, while the bridges across the<br />
park provide easy access to the development’s<br />
commercial areas. Additionally, the park has<br />
two promenades, an open lawn, fitness station,<br />
playground as well as a reflexology zone. Not only<br />
do these amenities make the lives of the residents<br />
easier and provide them with a taste of luxury, but<br />
they also enable them to make better use of their<br />
time - a commodity that can never be replaced.<br />
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A recreational<br />
area in <strong>Tropicana</strong><br />
Metropark
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<strong>The</strong>re is a basketball<br />
court and other<br />
fitness facilities in<br />
<strong>Tropicana</strong> Heights
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SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER <strong>2022</strong> SHOWCASE
Justice is eternal. Legends never<br />
die. This 23 <strong>December</strong> <strong>2022</strong>,<br />
experience “<strong>The</strong> World of DC<br />
Exhibition” first launch in Asia<br />
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“THE WORLD OF DC EXHIBITION”<br />
IS COMING TO TROPICANA<br />
GARDENS MALL<br />
Fans will be pleased to know that this coming <strong>December</strong><br />
<strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens Mall will be home to “<strong>The</strong> World of DC<br />
Exhibition”. This is the first exhibition in Asia and the largest<br />
in Malaysia, covering about 35,000 sq ft. “<strong>The</strong> World of DC<br />
Exhibition” will run from 23 <strong>December</strong> <strong>2022</strong> to 1 April 2023,<br />
featuring the first-ever assembly of all DC characters such as<br />
Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, Aquaman, Suicide Squad<br />
and Birds of Prey. Look out for limited edition movie props and<br />
merchandise, designer concept art, one-of-a-kind costumes,<br />
life-size exhibits and interactive elements as well as behind-thescenes<br />
production to engage visitors of all age groups.<br />
“We are pleased to launch the first “<strong>The</strong> World of DC Exhibition”<br />
in Asia. With DC’s growing popularity in Malaysia, driven by<br />
cinematic blockbusters such as Man of Steel, Justice League and<br />
Wonder Woman 1984, it was a natural step to reach out to and<br />
reward fans here. Bringing them closer to the iconic, beloved<br />
characters of the DC Cinematic Universe, “<strong>The</strong> World of DC<br />
Exhibition” will take movie aficionados and comic lovers alike on<br />
an interactive journey through the most celebrated milestones<br />
of their favourite superheroes – and supervillains! <strong>The</strong> enduring<br />
success of these larger-than-life characters underscores their<br />
timeless appeal as eternal symbols of hope, inspiration and<br />
justice,” shared Mary Koh, Executive Director of WOW Event Asia.<br />
“We couldn’t be more excited to finally bring “<strong>The</strong> World of DC<br />
Exhibition” to Malaysia. Our team here worked tirelessly alongside<br />
Warner Brothers, Beast Kingdom and <strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens Mall to<br />
prepare a spectacular superhero showcase for all fans, young and<br />
old alike,” she concluded.<br />
“This much-anticipated and must-see exhibition is finally<br />
coming to our <strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens Mall and we are so honoured<br />
to be home to this international expo. Aligned with “<strong>The</strong><br />
World of DC Exhibition”, we have also lined up many exciting<br />
superhero-themed activities such as a Superheroes Meet &<br />
Greet, the Largest “<strong>The</strong> World of DC Exhibition” Christmas<br />
Tree in Malaysia, a Cosplay Competition, Cosplay Runway<br />
and much more,” said Andrew Ashvin, Managing Director of<br />
<strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens Mall.<br />
“<strong>The</strong> World of DC Exhibition” will be held at the Convention<br />
Centre on Level 3A of <strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens Mall, the retail arm of<br />
<strong>Tropicana</strong> Corporation Berhad (“<strong>Tropicana</strong>”). <strong>The</strong> 35,000-sq ft<br />
exhibition will feature seven distinct zones focusing on specific<br />
characters and themes.<br />
Tickets for “<strong>The</strong> World of DC Exhibition” are priced at RM38<br />
for children aged three to 12 years, RM55 for MyKad holders,<br />
RM65 for non-MyKad holders and RM150 for VIP Express<br />
tickets. Admission is complimentary for children below three<br />
years old. To learn more about “<strong>The</strong> World of DC Exhibition”<br />
and for ticket sales, please visit woweventasia.com or email<br />
hello@woweventasia.com.<br />
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NOVEMBER/DECEMBER <strong>2022</strong> TRAILBLAZER<br />
THE MULTIFACETED TALENTS OF<br />
MICHELLE YEOH<br />
Michelle Yeoh is as busy as ever, starring in the Avatar sequel and Everything,<br />
Everywhere, All at Once, which may earn her an Oscar nomination<br />
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Tan Sri Dr Michelle Yeoh has had a<br />
long and illustrious career in the movie<br />
business - over 30 years - but now that<br />
Everything, Everywhere, All at Once<br />
is garnering awards buzz and roles in<br />
Avatar: <strong>The</strong> Way of Water, A Haunting<br />
in Venice, and Transformers: Rise Of<br />
<strong>The</strong> Beasts, she is at the pinnacle of the<br />
industry. Michelle has gotten some of<br />
the best reviews of her career for her<br />
latest role in Daniel Kwan and Daniel<br />
Scheinert’s sci-fi adventure, Everything<br />
Everywhere All at Once, with many<br />
predicting she will be nominated for an<br />
Academy Award for Best Actress.<br />
And, of course almost everyone is<br />
excited about the upcoming sequel to<br />
sci-fi epic Avatar titled Avatar: <strong>The</strong> Way<br />
of Water, where she plays scientist Dr<br />
Karina Mogue alongside Kate Winslet,<br />
Sigourney Weaver and Edie Falco.<br />
Last August, Michelle made headlines<br />
when she was awarded an honorary<br />
Doctorate of Fine Arts by the American<br />
Film Institute, a non-profit organisation<br />
dedicated to filmmaking and its various<br />
disciplines.<br />
And, most recently, the Ipoh-born of<br />
Hokkien descent, received the first<br />
ever Share Her Journey Groundbreaker<br />
award at the Toronto International<br />
Film Festival. Michelle’s first on-screen<br />
appearance was in a Guy Laroche<br />
wristwatch commercial with Datuk<br />
Jackie Chan in 1984. A year later, she<br />
got her acting career started by starring<br />
in action movies with Hong Kong-based<br />
D&B Films, a company co-founded by her<br />
ex-husband businessman Dickson Poon.<br />
<strong>The</strong> former Miss Malaysia/World 1983<br />
rose to fame in the 1990s after appearing<br />
in several Hong Kong kung fu films,<br />
including Yes Madam! and Police Story<br />
3: Supercop. Despite having no formal<br />
martial arts training, she does her own<br />
daring and risky stunts. Once, she jumped<br />
from a speeding van onto a convertible,<br />
bounced off the windshield, and came<br />
dangerously close to losing her life as she<br />
fell to the ground.<br />
It is her passion for acting that she’s<br />
willing to take such great risks. In real<br />
life, Michelle is the United Nations<br />
Development Programme (“UNDP”)<br />
goodwill ambassador for greater road<br />
safety worldwide. Michelle has been<br />
UNDP’s goodwill ambassador since 2016.<br />
Her job as goodwill ambassador ranges<br />
from shining a spotlight on the work<br />
UNDP does all over the world to help<br />
achieve equality for the most vulnerable<br />
and address the effects of climate<br />
change, participating in awareness<br />
raising initiatives and events, mobilising<br />
support through digital platforms, as well<br />
as speaking at high-level meetings and<br />
events at the UN headquarters in New<br />
York.<br />
On the acting front, Michelle gained<br />
global stardom when she proved to be<br />
a mighty match for Pierce Brosnan in<br />
the James Bond franchise, Tomorrow<br />
Never Dies. However, it was her<br />
warrior character in Ang Lee’s multiple<br />
Academy Award-winning Crouching<br />
Tiger, Hidden Dragon that made an<br />
indelible mark on her career. What’s<br />
noteworthy is that her acting strength<br />
is not limited to flying kicks and<br />
daredevil stunts. Michelle is a versatile<br />
actress having starred in movies<br />
of various genres like the titillating<br />
tear-jerker Memoirs of a Geisha,<br />
the biopic <strong>The</strong> Lady, where she<br />
played Aung San Suu Kyi and the hit<br />
rom-com Crazy Rich Asians, which<br />
earned her a Screen Actors Guild Award<br />
nomination.<br />
<strong>The</strong> petite actress, who turned 60<br />
on 6 August, keeps herself busy by<br />
spending time with her fiance Jean<br />
Todt, former president of the Fédération<br />
Internationale de l’Automobile, which<br />
oversees the Formula One World<br />
Championship, working and travelling<br />
between her homes in Ipoh, Paris and<br />
Geneva. In a recent interview with Town<br />
& Country magazine, she said that her<br />
guiding principle is to do what you want<br />
to do with passion. “Our life is a gift, and<br />
hopefully when it’s time to go I will say,<br />
‘I lived it to the fullest’,” she was quoted<br />
as saying.
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NOVEMBER/DECEMBER <strong>2022</strong> COVER STORY<br />
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Patrons at a restaurant close to the studio couldn’t<br />
help but take notice of the attractive power<br />
couple as they pulled up in their sleek black SUV<br />
for our cover photo shoot. Nick Chong, who is<br />
almost 50, and Zoee Low, 42, do not look a day<br />
older than their ages and could be mistaken for<br />
movie stars thanks to their lean physique, flawless<br />
complexions and lustrous hair. Good looks aside,<br />
the two who have been together for over 19 years<br />
not only represent the ideal example of a married<br />
couple, but they also make a formidable business<br />
team. Together, they run a beauty company called<br />
Synthesis Aesthetic, and between them they have<br />
20 years of professional experience in different<br />
fields prior to starting their own business.<br />
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THEIR<br />
BUSINESS<br />
Nick and Zoee founded Synthesis Aesthetic<br />
to help others in attaining beautiful,<br />
healthy skin, drawing on their combined 20<br />
years of professional experience
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Clarity Essence Enzymatic Serum<br />
High Potency Gel Plus Enzymatic Cream<br />
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“I would say that Zoee and I make a great team as<br />
I handle the management aspect and she manages<br />
the operations. I have 10 years’ experience in multilevel<br />
marketing while Zoee worked with well-known<br />
dermatologist Dr. Ko Chung Beng for 10 years,” Nick says.<br />
Synthesis Aesthetic provides treatments from head to<br />
toe including body waxing, facials, eyebrow embroidery,<br />
slimming and laser facial. <strong>The</strong> latter is the most popular<br />
as laser aids in the gentle removal of dead skin cells. This,<br />
in turn, results in numerous benefits, such as minimising<br />
post-acne scars, pigmentation and open pores.<br />
According to Nick, every session helps to brighten<br />
the skin, lighten pigmentation and improve product<br />
absorption. “Laser is the same as exfoliation, but<br />
self-exfoliation with harsh chemicals can lead to skin<br />
inflammation without expert supervision. After each<br />
laser treatment, we will apply cooling masks and<br />
perform a relaxing massage to help reduce redness and<br />
promote healthy skin,” Zoee explains.<br />
In addition to the laser facial, Synthesis Aesthetic also<br />
offers the Bio Meridian treatment, which was developed<br />
in Japan. “It delivers electrical impulses throughout the<br />
body to stimulate the production of more red blood<br />
cells and increase oxygen flow to the entire body. This<br />
treatment will leave you feeling rejuvenated.”<br />
One of the latest offerings at Synthesis Aesthetic is the<br />
Female Ovarian treatments, which will benefit women<br />
who suffer from frequent vaginal discomfort. According<br />
to Zoee, the treatments were developed in Korea using<br />
only natural ingredients and have received unanimous<br />
praise from her employees who have tried them.<br />
Synthesis Aesthetic also has its own skincare product<br />
range with natural, organic ingredients from Switzerland.<br />
“Our products do not contain harmful chemicals other<br />
than the preservatives used to stabilise the chemical<br />
compounds of the active ingredients. <strong>The</strong>y are designed<br />
to be gentle on the skin, making them ideal for all skin<br />
types. We currently have ten products, including a Gentle<br />
Cleansing Gel, Essential Facial Toner, Clarity Essence<br />
(serum), Vitamin C Cream (moisturiser), Anti-acne Cream<br />
and UV Glow (sunscreen).”<br />
<strong>The</strong> majority of their clientele are walk-ins as well as family<br />
members and friends. <strong>The</strong> age range includes everyone<br />
from teenagers to senior citizens. “We also cater to men<br />
and the most popular treatment among our male clients<br />
is Micro-Hydrabration, which facilitates in the removal<br />
of black and white heads. For our male clients who do<br />
not have skin concerns, we recommend the premium<br />
treatment, which is designed to help with hydration and<br />
overall skin health. <strong>The</strong> treatment incorporates fresh<br />
caviar, which has a revitalising and restorative effect on<br />
the skin,” Nick explains.<br />
He notes that regardless of age and gender, Synthesis<br />
Aesthetic can help anyone achieve beautiful, healthy<br />
skin. “Synthesis Aesthetic has been around for over 13<br />
years. We will continue to strive to help individuals with<br />
unsolved skin issues. If you are committed to improve the<br />
appearance of your skin, then we will do everything in<br />
our capacity to assist you in accomplishing your aesthetic<br />
aspirations.”<br />
Working together has undoubtedly brought the pair<br />
closer but there are also challenges that they have to<br />
deal with. “<strong>The</strong> drawback of co-managing a business is
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Synthesis<br />
Aesthetic’s<br />
client<br />
feedback<br />
“Great facials to be<br />
had here! <strong>The</strong> most<br />
personalised service<br />
ever. I’m definitely<br />
coming back!”<br />
Ivana Savic<br />
UV White Multi<br />
Protection<br />
UV Glow Multi<br />
Protection<br />
Vitamin C<br />
Cream<br />
the stress of work and the ongoing struggle to balance<br />
personal and professional obligations. My wife and I always<br />
take a moment to discuss any disagreements that may<br />
arise over a cup of tea. Communication is essential to our<br />
relationship’s success,” says Nick. <strong>The</strong> most important<br />
thing they have learned is to keep their personal lives<br />
outside of the business and professional lives in the office.<br />
“Once at home, we remind ourselves that office matters<br />
should remain confined to the workplace. Whenever one<br />
of us notices that something is interfering with the other’s<br />
work, we make it a point to find a quiet place to discuss<br />
it. <strong>The</strong>n the rest of the day is devoted to seizing the day’s<br />
opportunities,” shares Zoee.<br />
<strong>The</strong>re are currently three Synthesis Aesthetic outlets in the<br />
Klang Valley and the one at <strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens Mall is its<br />
newest location, having recently relocated from eCurve,<br />
which had been in operation for over ten years. “We’ve<br />
always wanted to operate a business in <strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens<br />
Mall for a variety of reasons, including its broad customer<br />
base, strategic location, proximity to the MRT station and<br />
the NKVE Highway. Plus, <strong>Tropicana</strong> is one of the biggest<br />
and most stable organisations in the real estate industry.<br />
We are a business couple, therefore we have to think long<br />
and hard before we enter a new market with the intention<br />
of forming a sustainable partnership there. We need to<br />
evaluate not just the clientele, the site and the facilities,<br />
but also the experience of the team behind it and whether<br />
or not they have the ability to grow and adapt over time.<br />
Ultimately, we seek a partner and a location where we can<br />
sustain our business over the long term and <strong>Tropicana</strong> fits<br />
the bill perfectly.”<br />
“My friend and I had the<br />
laser treatment at Synthesis<br />
Aesthetic, and we both thought<br />
it was fantastic - soothing and<br />
refreshing on the skin. A big<br />
thank you for the wonderful<br />
service and the friendly, helpful<br />
staff. We will definitely return.”<br />
Jacquelene<br />
“I have been doing facials at Synthesis<br />
Aesthetic regularly and I am very happy<br />
and satisfied with the service they<br />
provide. <strong>The</strong> first time I went to them,<br />
I had a lot of pimples and acne on my<br />
face but after some treatments my<br />
complexion has improved tremendously.<br />
No more pimples and acne. I’m also<br />
using their products, which are really<br />
good! I feel confident and prettier now<br />
thanks to Synthesis Aesthetic.”<br />
Sheila Correa Ramos<br />
“I’m so glad to have<br />
discovered a great place<br />
to do my facial treatment.<br />
For someone who just<br />
experienced acne breakouts,<br />
my priority is for my skin to<br />
heal and stay healthy. Thanks<br />
to Synthesis Aesthetic, my<br />
breakouts are gone!”<br />
Justine Enide<br />
“Love the services<br />
provided as well as the<br />
friendly and dedicated<br />
staff. Always looking<br />
forward to my next visit.<br />
Well done!”<br />
Alice Chan<br />
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NOVEMBER/DECEMBER <strong>2022</strong> BEAUTY FOCUS<br />
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GET THAT<br />
J.LO GLOW<br />
Jennifer Lopez recently celebrated her 53rd birthday<br />
by giving us a gift: JLO Body
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Nothing can stop superstar Jennifer Lopez from pursuing<br />
her passions. In between singing engagements, interviews,<br />
photo shoots and her surprise wedding to Ben Affleck,<br />
she released JLO Body, the body skincare product from<br />
her beauty line JLO Beauty. <strong>The</strong> Firm + Flaunt Targeted<br />
Booty Balm is, of course, the first product offering, given<br />
that Jennifer, also known as J.Lo, has an incredible figure,<br />
not to mention a derriere famous enough to merit its own<br />
Instagram account. <strong>The</strong> product is a clinically tested, highperformance<br />
formula inspired by the most iconic posterior<br />
that promises to visibly firm and hydrate skin and diminish<br />
the appearance of stretch marks for a smoother, more<br />
refined-looking booty. It contains active ingredients like<br />
guarana seed extract and pink pepperslim.<br />
Jennifer's tip: “Apply a generous amount to the booty,<br />
thighs, waist and any area you’d like to see visible<br />
firming. Massage into the skin in circular motions until<br />
fully absorbed.” As for her beauty line, JLO Beauty, which<br />
was released early last year, fans and beauty enthusiasts<br />
have been raving about it. <strong>The</strong> range includes a gel-cream<br />
cleanser, hydrating cream, serum, and eye cream, among<br />
others. Jennifer attributes her flawless skin to her mother.<br />
So she challenged her formulators to create an inventive<br />
compound that is newer, better, and groundbreaking,<br />
drawing inspiration from her mother’s time-honoured<br />
beauty secret: olive oil.<br />
That Overnight<br />
Hustle AHA +<br />
BHA Resurfacer<br />
That Limitless<br />
Glow Sheet Mask<br />
Firm + Flaunt<br />
Targeted Booty Balm<br />
“Olive oil isn’t always great for the skin,” says Jennifer.<br />
“So how do we take what’s moisturising and rejuvenating<br />
about it, and combine that with other ingredients?” <strong>The</strong><br />
result - JLO Beauty Olive Complex - takes these legendary<br />
properties of the olive and delivers them in a luxurious<br />
blend that’s custom-designed for the skin to deliver<br />
clinically shown results.” JLO Beauty Olive Complex is<br />
anything but your mother’s olive oil. This proprietary,<br />
antioxidant-rich blend addresses two major causes of<br />
ageing - oxidative stress and dehydration.<br />
“Our tagline is, ‘Beauty has no expiration date’ because to<br />
me, ageless isn’t just a mindset - you can feel youthful at<br />
any age and feel great, not just great for 50. <strong>The</strong> goal was<br />
to create luxurious but accessible skincare you can afford<br />
to use daily and products that follow you through life. Our<br />
skincare has to work as hard as you do, so we integrated<br />
potent ingredients in combinations and concentrations<br />
that work. We went through over 100 rounds of product<br />
development to bring you formulas that offer a range of<br />
benefits such as instant as well as longer-term, clinically<br />
shown results,” Jennifer explains.<br />
That JLO<br />
Glow Serum<br />
J.LO’S BEAUTY<br />
SECRETS - THE FIVE S's<br />
S1<br />
S2<br />
S3<br />
S4<br />
S5<br />
SLEEP Jennifer makes sure she gets a<br />
solid eight hours, every night.<br />
SUPPLEMENTS She believes glow<br />
starts on the inside.<br />
SUNSCREEN She’s been using SPF<br />
every day since her early 20s.<br />
That Hit Single Gel<br />
Cream Cleanser<br />
SERUM A long-time fan of serums,<br />
she says That JLo Glow serum visibly<br />
tightens and brightens her skin like no<br />
serum she’s ever tried before.<br />
SANO In Spanish, they say “vivir<br />
sano”, which translates to living a<br />
healthy, sane life. For Jennifer, that<br />
means no drinking or smoking, eating<br />
healthy, exercising and drinking lots<br />
of water.<br />
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NOVEMBER/DECEMBER <strong>2022</strong> BEAUTY SNIPPETS<br />
HERMES<br />
BEAUTY<br />
Hermes’ beauty range reflects the same refinement and<br />
quality as its ready-to-wear and accessories collections<br />
<strong>The</strong> Les Mains<br />
Hermes nail<br />
polish in Rose<br />
Porcelaine is<br />
long-lasting and<br />
coats the nail in<br />
one single swipe.<br />
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A trio of lipsticks<br />
in pretty variations<br />
of pink.<br />
This make-up brush<br />
with a lacquered<br />
wood handle<br />
features natural goat<br />
hair fibres handassembled<br />
by a<br />
French brush-maker.
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This Poudre d'Orfevre<br />
Face and Eye<br />
Illuminating Powder<br />
has a fine texture and<br />
metallic reflectors<br />
that leave a luminous<br />
veil on the skin.<br />
Each Hermes<br />
lipstick comes in<br />
a Pierre Hardydesigned<br />
tube<br />
and presented in<br />
the label’s iconic<br />
orange box.<br />
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Hermes’ Plein Air<br />
Natural Enhancing<br />
Complexion Balm<br />
SPF 30 enhances the<br />
skin with a weightless<br />
veil of sheer colour<br />
and a radiant finish<br />
that lasts for hours.<br />
<strong>The</strong> Hermèsistible<br />
Infused Care lip oil<br />
contains 93% active<br />
care components<br />
and plant oils that<br />
protect, nourish and<br />
hydrate the lips.<br />
Hermes’ semi-matte blusher<br />
in Rose Blush is a fresh pink<br />
blended with coral, which<br />
promises a healthy glow.
NOVEMBER/DECEMBER <strong>2022</strong> JEWELS<br />
RING IN THE<br />
NEW YEAR!<br />
Whether you’re looking for a bold design or a delicate piece,<br />
cocktail rings are a jewellery essential. <strong>The</strong>se stunning pieces<br />
will give any party attire extra pizzazz<br />
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This brilliant Van Cleef<br />
& Arpels creation<br />
reimagines the graceful<br />
beauty of fluttering<br />
butterflies.<br />
This platinum Faberge ring features<br />
round and trilliant-cut diamonds,<br />
and a marquise-cut ruby from the<br />
Gemfields reserve in Mozambique.<br />
Raise a glass to the<br />
elegance and exuberance<br />
of Piaget’s Funny Pink Tea<br />
ring set with morganite,<br />
peridot, white chalcedony,<br />
yellow sapphire and<br />
diamonds.<br />
Louis Vuitton’s<br />
Fantasy ring in white<br />
and yellow gold is a<br />
stunner featuring a<br />
8.73 carat round-cut<br />
diamond as well as<br />
two LV monogram<br />
star-cut diamonds.<br />
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Like a sparkling bouquet in<br />
winter, Van Cleef & Arpels’<br />
Lotus Between the Finger<br />
ring features four flowers in<br />
white gold accented with<br />
diamonds.<br />
Piaget’s white gold ring<br />
features a 7.89 carat<br />
cushion-cut sapphire, pearshaped,<br />
marquise-cut and<br />
brilliant-cut diamonds.
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Prepare for an evening of<br />
extravagance with Piaget’s<br />
Dazzling Swirl watch, which<br />
is adorned with a design<br />
inspired by the way a lavish<br />
gown twirls.<br />
TIME TO<br />
CELEBRATE!<br />
Watches adorned with feathers, jewels, and other eye-catching<br />
details are the right wrist accessory this party season
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Hublot’s Big Bang Caviar<br />
Red Gold boasts an elegantly<br />
perfect diameter of 41mm, and<br />
a sleek, graphic aesthetic with<br />
sharp angles that will stand<br />
out at any soiree.<br />
In conjunction with Cortina Watch’s<br />
50th anniversary recently, Franck Muller<br />
unveiled five unique renditions of its<br />
groundbreaking Revolution 3 Skeleton<br />
model including this stunning piece.<br />
Roger Dubuis’ Excalibur<br />
Monobalancier has been<br />
reimagined by renowned<br />
Japanese artist Hajime Sorayama,<br />
and the final product is both<br />
bold and striking.<br />
Inspired by Art Deco, Harry<br />
Winston’s Avenue collection pays<br />
homage to New York. <strong>The</strong> Big<br />
Apple’s persona is reflected in this<br />
watch, which dial is set with 156<br />
baguette-cut diamonds while the<br />
white gold bracelet features 260<br />
baguette-cut diamonds.<br />
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<strong>The</strong> Bell & Ross BR 03-92<br />
Radiocompass is a bold, colourful<br />
timepiece with a graphic dial<br />
and striking hands, giving it an<br />
expressive character that is sure<br />
to spark attention.<br />
For versatility, Van Cleef & Arpels<br />
offers a selection of interchangeable<br />
bracelets in several colours from<br />
white to red for its Sweet Alhambra<br />
timepiece. Removable with a simple<br />
press of the fingers, they will match<br />
any outfit or mood.
NOVEMBER/DECEMBER <strong>2022</strong> SHOWCASE<br />
COOL<br />
KICKS<br />
Take your footwear game to the next level<br />
with these designer sneaker collaborations<br />
Nike’s Air Force 1 footwear,<br />
released 40 years ago, is one of<br />
the company’s most popular, and<br />
this year, Louis Vuitton’s artistic<br />
director, Virgil Abloh created<br />
47 bespoke Air Force 1 editions<br />
blending the sneaker’s iconic<br />
characteristics with Louis Vuitton<br />
insignia and materials.<br />
<strong>The</strong> latest Maison<br />
Margiela x Reebok<br />
collaboration<br />
highlights Reebok<br />
classics rendered in<br />
Maison Margiela’s<br />
unique code. <strong>The</strong><br />
result is a revamped<br />
and stripped-down<br />
Reebok icon.<br />
Crafted from grey and white<br />
leather, this Dior x Air Jordan<br />
1 sneaker takes on the iconic<br />
low-top silhouette and gets a<br />
luxurious update with a Dior<br />
monogram swoosh logo.<br />
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Chitose Abe of<br />
Japanese fashion label<br />
Sacai merges two<br />
iconic Nike sneakers<br />
for a special-edition<br />
silhouette that blends<br />
the Nike LDV and Waffle<br />
Racer designs.<br />
Designed by Gucci’s creative director,<br />
Alessandro Michele, adidas x Gucci<br />
merges the emblems of the Italian<br />
fashion house with those of the iconic<br />
sportswear brand.
With corsets as outerwear, bold<br />
neon tones and latex leggings,<br />
you’re guaranteed a spectacular<br />
entrance at any party this festive<br />
season.<br />
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Energy seems to erupt throughout<br />
the latest Versace fall/winter <strong>2022</strong><br />
collection, with tweeds fraying<br />
and dripping in crystal and metal<br />
chains, while tightly cinched<br />
waists appear to embrace and<br />
amplify pure female power. Kneehigh<br />
boots and latex gloves border<br />
on the subversive. Typically regal<br />
pearl jewellery is contrasted with<br />
sharp punk spikes, and needlethin<br />
stilettos are finished in latexlike<br />
brushed leather with sharp<br />
metal heels for greater va-va-voom<br />
effect.<br />
IVA<br />
ERSACE<br />
No one does sexy like<br />
Donatella Versace
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Bella Hadid in a mini<br />
dress with corset details
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At the heart of the collection is the<br />
unmistakableAtelier Versace bustier. As it<br />
is incorporated into sculptural outerwear<br />
and sportswear shapes, its details are<br />
simplified and updated to reflect modern<br />
aesthetic preferences. Silhouettes are<br />
seductive and empowering as the<br />
bustier is revealed under open suiting<br />
or momentarily glimpsed beneath<br />
voluminous overcoats. A bustier can be<br />
perceived as both overtly provocative<br />
clothing and protective armour, giving<br />
the wearer an air of dominance.<br />
Deep red, plum, charcoal and black<br />
are the predominant colours in this<br />
collection, with occasional pops of<br />
avocado green, pink and blue. <strong>The</strong><br />
contrast concept is carried on through<br />
the collection’s use of different<br />
textures. A long, glossy red puffer in<br />
the style of a trench coat envelops the<br />
wearer like a cocoon while outerwear<br />
that features the label’s La Greca motif<br />
in closely-shaved sheepskin is paired<br />
with a racy latex top and tights.<br />
Clockwise: Bodysuit with<br />
corset boning paired<br />
with cargo pants; new<br />
interpretation of the classic<br />
bomber jacket; demure yet<br />
sexy dress with a corseted<br />
accent; raw-edged tweed<br />
coat tops off corset and<br />
low-rise pants; an arresting<br />
number perfect for postpandemic<br />
nights out; the<br />
La Greca motif features<br />
prominently in this outfit;<br />
frayed form-fitting tweed<br />
dress with latex tights; and<br />
fur and latex make for an<br />
interesting combo<br />
<strong>The</strong> new Greca Goddess range of<br />
bags and accessories brings Versace's<br />
heritage of myth and luxury to the<br />
forefront. <strong>The</strong> La Greca motif sits<br />
in perfect harmony with the golden<br />
hardware and chain shoulder straps.<br />
Ingeniously, the motif is repeated<br />
across a hand-slip, allowing the bag to<br />
be snugly held, and carried for more<br />
spontaneous styling. Take a good<br />
long look at Versace’s newest lineup<br />
and you will notice that it embodies<br />
strength, style and self-assurance,<br />
much like Donatella Versace, who at 67<br />
is still going strong.
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NOVEMBER/DECEMBER <strong>2022</strong> TECH<br />
3<br />
1<br />
Acerpure pro (P2)<br />
2<br />
Acerpure cool (C2)<br />
GIFTS FROM<br />
THE FUTURE<br />
Here are some devices that will boost efficiency and give<br />
life a feel of the future<br />
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Give clean air to family and friends<br />
with Acer Malaysia's acerpure<br />
cool (C2) and acerpure pro (P2).<br />
<strong>The</strong>se air purifiers have four-layer<br />
protection that isolate fur, dust,<br />
PM1.0 particles, and eliminate<br />
allergens, bacteria, coronavirus<br />
(229E) and Influenza A (H1N1).<br />
Users can set the air purifiers'<br />
control panel to smart mode to<br />
purify air based on air quality.<br />
<strong>The</strong>ir smart sensors can detect<br />
odours, PM2.5 and PM1.0 particles,<br />
while their LCD display provides<br />
real-time air quality data.<br />
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<strong>The</strong> Ember Mug and its companion<br />
app on your iPhone or Apple<br />
Watch let you set drinking<br />
temperature for hot beverages,<br />
track caffeine usage, and<br />
more. It also keeps your drink’s<br />
temperature for 1.5 hours.<br />
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With this Click & Grow Smart<br />
Garden, tech buffs with a green<br />
thumb can grow fresh herbs and<br />
veggies indoors, thanks to an LED<br />
light that can withstand a variety<br />
of climates.<br />
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<strong>The</strong> Apple AirTag is a user-friendly<br />
tracking gadget. Put it in your<br />
purse or on your keychain, and<br />
then relax knowing that you’re<br />
only a few clicks away from<br />
locating your belongings via the<br />
Find My app.<br />
5<br />
Meural’s Canvas II Digital Frame<br />
allows you to display an everchanging<br />
collection of photos and<br />
videos on a wall. It has an antiglare<br />
AHVA LCD panel with a 1920<br />
x 1080 resolution that is optimised<br />
for art.
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Bose's SoundLink Micro Bluetooth<br />
speaker is small enough to carry in<br />
a purse or pocket but surprisingly<br />
powerful, with a rechargeable<br />
battery providing six hours of play<br />
time.<br />
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<strong>The</strong> Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark III<br />
WiFi-Enabled Digital Camera has a<br />
large 24.2-megapixel APS-C sensor<br />
and a Dual Pixel CMOS AF technology<br />
for quick autofocus, even on moving<br />
subjects.<br />
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Get in on the vinyl revival with<br />
a sleek turntable from Pro-Ject.<br />
It includes built-in Bluetooth,<br />
allowing it to connect wirelessly to<br />
audio systems.<br />
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Everyone needs the SoloQi SLIM. It<br />
features a kickstand, wireless charger,<br />
battery, and a USB plug for quick<br />
charging. Use it to power up any<br />
wireless-enabled gadgets on the go.
ADVERTORIAL<br />
THIN. LIGHT. POWERFUL.<br />
Stylish workhorse with focus on sustainability<br />
Introducing the all-new Acer Swift 5. A power-packed laptop that<br />
is all about performance and portability encased within a sleek<br />
design. Its exterior sports a classy look courtesy of a unibody<br />
CNC-machined chassis made of aerospace-grade aluminium.<br />
This svelte 1.2kg machine is backed up by a 12th Gen Intel®<br />
Core i7 Processor and Intel® Iris® Xe graphics for an impressive<br />
performance. Meanwhile, up to 16GB dual-channel LPDDR5<br />
memory and up to 1TB PCIe NVMe SSD storage ensure smooth<br />
and quick computing experience even with multiple applications<br />
opened simultaneously.<br />
Just as neat is its security function with a built-in fingerprint<br />
reader on the power button. <strong>The</strong> WQXGA touchscreen display<br />
that is made with Antimicrobial Corning Gorilla Glass to protect<br />
touch surfaces. Viewing real estate is maximised by thin bezels<br />
on all four sides allowing for a screen-to-body ratio of 92.22%.<br />
<strong>The</strong> new Acer Swift 5’s backlit keyboard features an air inlet,<br />
which adds to the cooling system of an upgraded TwinAir<br />
dual-fan system with D6 heat pipes. Together, these further<br />
increase the airflow and thermal efficiency to support its<br />
powerful hardware.<br />
As a final touch, the laptop’s OceanGlass touchpad is made<br />
from ocean-bound plastic waste, providing a glass-like tactile<br />
feeling while supporting multi-finger gestures.<br />
<strong>The</strong> new Acer Swift 5 is verified by Intel® Evo to meet key<br />
experience targets such as instant wake from sleep, 10 hours<br />
of real-world battery life and a 30-minute charge that yields<br />
over 4 hours of battery.<br />
You can shop now at any Acer eStore, Acer official stores on<br />
Shopee and Lazada as well as authorised Acer resellers.<br />
For more information, please visit Acer Malaysia’s Facebook @<br />
AcerMalaysia or call Acer’s Product Infoline at 1800-88-1288<br />
(9am – 6pm, Mondays to Fridays).
NOVEMBER/DECEMBER <strong>2022</strong> HEALTH & WELLNESS<br />
JUICE UP<br />
YOUR HEALTH<br />
Detoxification has many positive health effects,<br />
including boosting the immune system and<br />
reducing the risk of developing diseases<br />
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Toxins, which are harmful substances that<br />
we are exposed to through water, food<br />
and environmental sources, affect the<br />
proper functioning of our organs. Which<br />
is why, detoxifying the body is essential to<br />
maintaining good health. Toxin elimination<br />
is important for preserving mental clarity as<br />
well as preventing health issues like lethargy,<br />
insomnia, excess weight, backaches and<br />
digestive disorders. Here is a collection of<br />
quick and easy detox juice recipes. All you<br />
need to do is put everything in a blender or<br />
juicer, blend and drink!<br />
GREEN GOODNESS<br />
If you want to increase your daily<br />
consumption of greens, blend two green<br />
apples, one cup parsley, one cup spinach<br />
and a cucumber. This healthy concoction<br />
is packed with nutrients such as vitamin<br />
K from parsley and cucumber, vitamin B<br />
from green apple as well as iron, folate and<br />
potassium from spinach.<br />
IDEAL DETOX<br />
<strong>The</strong> main ingredient in this detox juice<br />
is a bunch of dill. Dill is an excellent<br />
source of vitamins A and C, and it also<br />
has trace amounts of important minerals<br />
like manganese, iron and magnesium. In<br />
addition to being a rich source of calcium,<br />
dill is also beneficial to the immune system.<br />
Mix the dill with four carrots, one lemon and<br />
an apple. Carrots contain a lot of vitamin<br />
A, while apples and lemons are packed<br />
with vitamin C. Lemons also work as a mild<br />
cleanser, which help restore the body’s<br />
internal equilibrium.<br />
BEET IT!<br />
With this mixture, you can reap the antioxidant<br />
benefits of beet without having to<br />
put up with its overpowering taste. Simply<br />
blending together three celery stalks, two<br />
carrots, one beet, one green apple, 1cm<br />
ginger and half of a lemon is all that is<br />
required to make this healthy juice with a<br />
flavour that is easy on the palate.<br />
FRESH POTION<br />
This juice supports the digestive system<br />
and aids in the discharge of toxins and the<br />
reduction of body heat. Ginger, cucumber<br />
and apple come together to make a tasty<br />
and energising juice that is good for<br />
detoxing, especially in our hot and humid<br />
weather. <strong>The</strong> ginger gives the drink a spicy<br />
kick, while the freshness of the cucumber<br />
pairs beautifully with the sweetness of the<br />
apple.<br />
ANTI-INFLAMMATORY TONIC<br />
This detox juice recipe contains potent<br />
ingredients that can help reduce<br />
inflammation. Turmeric and ginger, two<br />
of the most effective anti-inflammatory<br />
ingredients, are combined to create a<br />
nutrient-dense beverage. All you need to<br />
do is blend 1cm fresh ginger, 2cm fresh<br />
turmeric, three celery stalks, four carrots,<br />
an orange and half of a lemon.<br />
REMINDERS<br />
• Juice is best consumed on an empty<br />
stomach first thing in the morning to<br />
maximise nutrient absorption.<br />
• Consume your juice as soon as possible<br />
because the nutrients are depleted by<br />
oxygen contact. If you want to drink later,<br />
store the juice in the fridge in a dark glass<br />
air-tight container.<br />
• Before you take a sip, give your juice a<br />
good shake so that you’re drinking an even<br />
mixture of everything.<br />
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HOW TO HAVE<br />
A GREEN<br />
CHRISTMAS<br />
'Tis the season to be jolly mindful about the environment,<br />
and here are some tips for a green Christmas
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GREEN CHRISTMAS ORNAMENTS<br />
When you learn that tinsel and other Christmas<br />
ornaments cannot be recycled, the holiday spirit<br />
quickly fades. So, why not make your own instead?<br />
You can use dried orange, lemon or grapefruit slices,<br />
cinnamon sticks and salt dough (modelling material,<br />
made of flour, salt and water) to decorate the tree with.<br />
<strong>The</strong>y are all completely biodegradable. What’s more, if<br />
kept in a cool dry place, the dried fruit slices can last up<br />
to two years or maybe longer!<br />
CREATE YOUR OWN WREATH<br />
<strong>The</strong>re is no question that wreaths make stunning<br />
Christmas decorations, but there are varieties that are<br />
better for the environment than others. Steer clear<br />
of wreaths embellished with plastic components and<br />
flashy embellishments. Not only are these constructed<br />
using materials that are not sustainable, but if they are<br />
hung outside, they can be potentially dangerous for the<br />
health of birds and other creatures. Instead, choose a<br />
wreath that is constructed with real, fresh foliage and<br />
seasonal, natural embellishments whenever possible.<br />
Make your own out of fabric that will keep its shape<br />
year after year for an even better option.<br />
REGIFTING AND PRE-LOVED PRESENTS<br />
A study revealed that the amount of artificial material<br />
created in one week is equivalent in weight to the whole<br />
human population of the planet. Avoid adding to it by<br />
giving away unwanted gifts or scouting for “treasures”<br />
in charity or pre-loved shops. Making your own ecofriendly<br />
present is another option, and it may even have<br />
more sentimental value since you created it yourself.<br />
ECO-FRIENDLY CHRISTMAS TREE<br />
Despite being reusable, artificial Christmas trees are<br />
not eco-friendly. Most are constructed of PVC, which<br />
is bad for the environment in many ways. For example,<br />
almost 90 percent of them are shipped all over the<br />
world from China, increasing carbon emissions and<br />
resource consumption. An alternative would be to<br />
rent a Christmas tree. Or, get crafty by making your<br />
own out of books, used bottles, ladder, driftwood or<br />
anything your creative mind could think of. This is a<br />
terrific way of exhibiting your Christmas joy. Plus, it<br />
gives your Christmas decorations a personal touch and<br />
it could be a fun family project.<br />
AVOID FOOD WASTAGE<br />
Although most of us are capable of finding new uses<br />
for leftovers throughout the year, we tend to be less<br />
frugal over the holiday season. One alternative is<br />
to purchase fewer items. However, when you have<br />
guests staying over, this can be quite difficult. A better<br />
solution is to contact What a Waste (“WaW”) - a<br />
social enterprise dedicated to collecting food surplus,<br />
packaging it and passing it on to needy communities.<br />
<strong>The</strong> food saved from events or contributors is packaged<br />
on-site, and donors have the option of packing the<br />
food themselves or requesting WaW do so on their<br />
behalf. Once the food has been packed, weighed<br />
and sealed, it will be quickly delivered to the nearest<br />
beneficiary, who are mostly urban poor. For details,<br />
email whatawaste.my@gmail.com<br />
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CHARMING GIFT<br />
WRAPPING<br />
IDEAS<br />
Flex your creative muscles with some unique<br />
Christmas present wrapping styles<br />
While the act of giving is more<br />
significant than the actual gift itself, it<br />
would be lovely to produce a beautifully<br />
wrapped present because it shows that<br />
you put more effort into the gesture.<br />
However, if you’re not particularly<br />
crafty, it can be hard to figure out which<br />
methods of gift wrapping are the most<br />
easy and attractive. <strong>The</strong>re is a variety<br />
of fantastic options available and<br />
we have some suggestions for you<br />
right here.<br />
Don’t have any nice wrapping paper?<br />
You may make something just as<br />
pretty by topping a present box with a<br />
beautiful artificial flower. For a quirky<br />
present topper, repurpose any tinsel<br />
you have lying around the house. Just<br />
trim off a couple of inches from the<br />
end and then use double-sided tape to<br />
secure it to the gift box. Another way<br />
of lending a whimsical look to your gift<br />
box is by decorating it with mini pom<br />
poms or buttons, which you can get at<br />
any haberdashery shop. Choose red and<br />
green colours for a Christmas-y touch or<br />
vibrant neons for a lively surprise.<br />
Wrapping anything up can still look<br />
charming even if you don’t have any<br />
fancy paper. You only need some sprigs<br />
and a few pinecones. Simply use a<br />
string to fasten the natural elements<br />
and you’ll have a lovely presentation<br />
perfect for Christmas. Layering paper<br />
in jewel tones with lace and finishing<br />
off the look with a satin ribbon makes<br />
for a gift presentation that appears<br />
luxurious and extra special.<br />
Another alternative is to use doilies.<br />
Crafting one-of-a-kind wrapping<br />
paper is a breeze when using the<br />
paper that looks like lace that is<br />
available in a wide range of colours<br />
and patterns. Now here’s something<br />
that’s not just stylish but also simple.<br />
When you think of holiday gift wrap,<br />
black may not be the first colour that<br />
springs to mind. However, a simple<br />
satin ribbon in the dark tone looks<br />
unexpectedly classy when paired with<br />
brown kraft paper commonly used for<br />
wrapping parcels.<br />
For something traditional, try<br />
Furoshiki. <strong>The</strong> wrapping technique<br />
dates back to the Nara period in<br />
Japan, around 710 AD, when people<br />
used cloth to carry their belongings.<br />
You can use handkerchiefs, bandanas,<br />
linen napkins or any scraps of fabric<br />
you have at home. <strong>The</strong> method?<br />
First, spread out the fabric wrap on<br />
a flat surface and place the gift in<br />
the centre. <strong>The</strong>n, bring one set of<br />
opposite corners to the middle, tie a<br />
simple knot, and do the same with the<br />
other corners.<br />
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ADVERTORIAL<br />
ADVENTURE IS<br />
OUT THERE!<br />
<strong>The</strong> iconic Suzuki Jimny makes its return to Malaysia!<br />
One of the world’s most beloved 4x4, the Suzuki Jimny has<br />
officially made its return to Malaysian shores. Incorporating<br />
design elements inherited from its predecessors, the new 4th<br />
generation Jimny is instantly recognisable and even more<br />
ready to tread on new challenges.<br />
Since the first Jimny made its debut in 1970, it has been a<br />
masterpiece of Suzuki’s 4WD technology. Today, the all-new<br />
Jimny is packed with even more functionality and practicality<br />
on both its appearance and performance. Right at the core,<br />
it stays true to the spirits of its ancestors – small, lightweight<br />
and a highly capable 4WD vehicle. Built to take on nature’s<br />
challenges, SUV enthusiasts can expect more fun exploring<br />
Malaysia’s terrains.<br />
This fully-imported SUV from Japan comes equipped<br />
with a 1.5L petrol engine paired with a 4-speed automatic<br />
transmission. Jimny’s robust 1.5L engine generates strong<br />
torque throughout a wide rpm range for efficient urban drives<br />
and powerful off-road performance. <strong>The</strong> drive is sent to either<br />
the rear or all four wheels via ‘ALLGRIP PRO’ system, featuring<br />
a selectable 4WD with low-range transfer case as well as hilldescent<br />
and hill-hold functionality.<br />
Other essentials incorporated in the Jimny for serious fun offroading<br />
– a ladder frame, 3-link rigid axle suspension with<br />
coil spring, high 210mm ground clearance and three excellent<br />
clearance angles. Weighing in at only 1,095kg (min. kerb<br />
weight), the lightweightness of the Jimny also complements<br />
its off-road capabilities while delivers high fuel efficiency.<br />
Built for the digital age, drivers of the Jimny will find some<br />
niceties including a well-featured touchscreen infotainment<br />
system, which supports Apple CarPlay and Bluetooth<br />
telephone and audio functions.<br />
<strong>The</strong> Jimny comes in four different colours, Kinetic Yellow &<br />
Bluish Black Pearl 3, Jungle Green, Medium Grey, and Bluish<br />
Black Pearl 3 and is priced at RM174,900 on the road without<br />
insurance. Its debut here is the second official launch of new<br />
generation Suzuki Cars in Malaysia, under its new distributor<br />
- Naza Eastern Motors Sdn Bhd.
NOVEMBER/DECEMBER <strong>2022</strong> WHEELS<br />
HIT THE<br />
ROAD<br />
IN STYLE<br />
When speed and style come together,<br />
expect a coveted car that is in top gear<br />
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Emma Raducanu is Porsche’s new<br />
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<strong>The</strong> special edition<br />
Lamborghini<br />
Aventador S<br />
<strong>The</strong> fashion industry has always been driven by<br />
speed and style. Both are exhilarating and the<br />
pace changes so quickly that it can be hard to<br />
keep up with the Joneses or shall we say, Lewis<br />
Hamilton? It’s no surprise that some of the<br />
coolest cars come with a fashion designer, highend<br />
brand or celebrity’s touch. Among the latest<br />
partnership is between Porsche and tennis ace,<br />
Emma Raducanu. <strong>The</strong> 19-year-old was recently<br />
appointed as brand ambassador for the sports<br />
car manufacturer.<br />
“Porsche is one of the brands I’ve always loved<br />
from a young age. One of my first tennis coaches<br />
drove a 911. Whenever I turned up for practise<br />
in the morning, I would see his Porsche. I would<br />
go wow and be like dreaming of one day<br />
sitting in my own. Growing up, I would go to<br />
Brands Hatch and watch the Porsche Carrera<br />
Cup finals. <strong>The</strong> adrenalin I would get from<br />
motorsports and seeing the Porsches was the<br />
most fun part of my week. It’s important for<br />
me to align with partners and brands that I feel<br />
passionate about and that I identify with. This<br />
partnership with Porsche is incredible and I’m<br />
excited to see what sort of exciting things we<br />
can do going forward,” Emma explains.<br />
<strong>The</strong> death of fashion designer Virgil Abloh last<br />
year prompted Mercedes-Benz to introduce<br />
the Project Maybach as a tribute. Virgil worked<br />
with Mercedes’ chief design officer, Gorden<br />
Wagener to create the concept for the offroad<br />
luxury coupe. Now, Mercedes has unveiled<br />
the 2023 Mercedes-Maybach S680 by Virgil<br />
Abloh, the design of which was completed<br />
before Virgil’s death and which the company is<br />
calling the “last chapter” of Virgil and Gorden’s<br />
cooperation.<br />
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Fiat B.500 by<br />
Bvlgari - Mai Troppo<br />
BMW M4 Comp x Kith<br />
2023 Mercedes-Maybach S680<br />
by Virgil Abloh<br />
<strong>The</strong>n there is the partnership between<br />
BMW and Kith, a lifestyle brand founded by<br />
Ronnie Fieg. <strong>The</strong>y collaborated to produce<br />
the M4 Comp x Kith, a limited edition<br />
<strong>2022</strong> M4 Competition. <strong>The</strong> Kith touch can<br />
be found throughout the vehicle, which<br />
was influenced by Ronnie’s own E30-<br />
generation BMW M3 and an M4 design<br />
study. Most notable is that the BMW logo<br />
has been tweaked for this project, which<br />
BMW claims is the first time it has done,<br />
to integrate the Kith emblem with the<br />
classic BMW rounded badge.Impressed<br />
by the striking red and black contrasts<br />
he saw on a Paris catwalk, Lamborghini’s<br />
Head of Design, Mitja Borkert requested<br />
their creator, Yohji Yamamoto to help him<br />
develop a designer edition Lamborghini.<br />
<strong>The</strong> result is the Aventador S adorned with<br />
the same vibrant hues and patterns as<br />
the mod coat, bomber jacket and hoodie<br />
featured in Yohji’s capsule collection. “With<br />
their inimitable design, Lamborghini super<br />
sports cars are instantly recognisable. I am<br />
therefore delighted to see the realisation<br />
of this collaboration, highlighting the<br />
uniqueness, the timelessness, and the<br />
abundant passion, which are characteristic<br />
of both our brands,” notes Yohji.<br />
For something that’s traffic-stopping,<br />
check out Fiat’s collaboration with Bvlgari<br />
for a limited-edition version of its electric<br />
500 supermini. <strong>The</strong> model is known as the<br />
B.500 by Bvlgari - Mai Troppo, Italian for<br />
“never too much”, which Bvlgari wants<br />
to emphasise despite its bejewelled<br />
appearance. Its metallic paint in Imperial<br />
Saffron - a shade iconic to Bvlgari - is<br />
obtained through the integration of a<br />
special gold dust. <strong>The</strong> dashboard is made<br />
of multicoloured silk hand-painted with<br />
the Maison’s trademark motif, while the<br />
steering wheel’s emblem is studded with<br />
a trio of gemstones comprising amethyst,<br />
citrine and topaz, which can be detached<br />
and used as a brooch!
edefining<br />
the art of leisure
<strong>2022</strong><br />
<strong>The</strong> Season<br />
with
Share the season's<br />
splendour and elevate your<br />
Christmas gift-giving with<br />
these enticing limited festive<br />
confections by Japanese<br />
chocolatier ROYCE'<br />
From L - R:<br />
ROYCE' Happy Selection,<br />
Nama Chocolate "Christmas Mild Milk",<br />
Decoration Cake Box "S" & "L",<br />
Nama Chocolate "Gianduja",<br />
Popcorn Chocolate "Honey Fromage",<br />
ROYCE' Christmas Selection,<br />
Roasted Almond Chocolate.
NOVEMBER/DECEMBER <strong>2022</strong> SAVOUR+<br />
ROASTED<br />
DELIGHTS<br />
<strong>The</strong>re’s no better way to spread the holiday cheer than by<br />
sharing these roasted treats from <strong>The</strong> Palm Coffee House and<br />
Twenty7 Restaurant at <strong>Tropicana</strong> Golf & Country Resort with<br />
your loved ones this Christmas<br />
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This New Zealand whole lamb<br />
leg is seasoned with the finest<br />
ingredients and roasted to juicy<br />
perfection, making it a luscious<br />
addition to any festive feast. It is<br />
served with a sweet and tangy<br />
mint sauce as well as roasted<br />
vegetables, buttered mashed<br />
potatoes, Brussels sprouts and<br />
fresh sweet corn.<br />
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NOVEMBER/DECEMBER <strong>2022</strong> SAVOUR+<br />
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Succulent and tender on the inside, with a golden buttery skin, there will most<br />
certainly not be any leftovers from this roasted chicken. Enjoy it with roasted<br />
potatoes, grilled vegetables, garlic bread and mushroom sauce. Round the meal off<br />
with a Yule Log cake smothered in dark chocolate that tastes absolutely divine!<br />
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<br />
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NOVEMBER/DECEMBER <strong>2022</strong> SAVOUR<br />
HOLIDAY<br />
TREATS<br />
<strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens Mall boasts the best sinful yet heavenly<br />
assortment of sweet treats during this season of indulgence<br />
Ainul Cookies & Co.<br />
Ainul Cookies & Co.’s cookies and<br />
brownies are made with premium<br />
ingredients. <strong>The</strong>y are prepared<br />
fresh daily to guarantee customer<br />
satisfaction. Hard cookies, soft<br />
cookies, cookie-based brownies and<br />
cookie bars are all available. Plus, the<br />
all-pink shop is Insta-worthy!<br />
Location: CC-45 & 46, Concourse<br />
Floor - Centre Court<br />
Instagram: ainulcookiesandco<br />
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<strong>The</strong> Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf<br />
This popular F&B chain is well-known for<br />
its excellent coffee and tea selection, but it<br />
also offers tasty savoury and sweet options.<br />
<strong>The</strong>se include puffs and pies, Cookies & Cream<br />
Tiramisu, Chicago Cheesecake and Royal<br />
Chocolate Cake among others.<br />
Location: CC-51, Concourse Floor - East Walk<br />
Tel: 03-7625 8567<br />
Krispy Kreme<br />
It's tough to pick a favourite Krispy Kreme<br />
doughnut because they’re all so delicious.<br />
<strong>The</strong> selection is huge, with flavours like<br />
Almond All Over, Chocolate Dream, Chocolate<br />
Peanut Butter, Powdered Strawberry Filled,<br />
Caramel Cookies and many more!<br />
Location: CC-K02 & K03,<br />
Concourse Floor - East Walk<br />
Tel: 03-7625 8187<br />
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Beard Papa’s<br />
Beard Papa's cream puffs are always served<br />
fresh, allowing you to savour their crispy<br />
skin and moist filling. <strong>The</strong>y are prepared with<br />
natural ingredients and do not include any<br />
preservatives. Choose from Eclair Puff, Cookie<br />
Crunch Puff, Mango Puff and more.<br />
Location: Lot CC-K01A, Concourse Floor<br />
Website: beardpapa.com.my<br />
Gula Cakery<br />
Want to taste a slice of heaven? Head to<br />
Gula Cakery. You’ll be spoiled for choice<br />
as the shop has 150 original cake flavours!<br />
Among them are Nutella Burnt Cheesecake,<br />
Momofuku Strawberry Cake, Blackout<br />
Chocolate Cake, Raspberry Pistachio Cake,<br />
Keylime Tart, Twix Caramel Pie and more!<br />
Location: CC-47, Concourse Floor -<br />
Centre Court<br />
Tel: 03-7660 6719
NOVEMBER/DECEMBER <strong>2022</strong> SAVOUR<br />
Secret Recipe<br />
This famous cake shop and café has a wide<br />
range of cakes available to suit your fancy.<br />
Highly recommended is the Chocolate<br />
Indulgence, a cocoa sponge cake with layers of<br />
Belgian white and dark chocolate, coated with<br />
melted chocolate. Simply divine!<br />
Location: Lot CC-49 & 49a, Concourse Floor<br />
Tel: 03-7662 7091<br />
Cottle Coffee<br />
Cottle Coffee from Australia offers not only<br />
13 varieties of freshly roasted coffee beans<br />
from around the world, but also a selection of<br />
sweet treats that pair well with the coffees.<br />
Cinnamon rolls, muffins, burnt cheesecake<br />
and pain au chocolat Danish are among them.<br />
Location: Unit CC-01 (Office Tower),<br />
Concourse Floor<br />
Tel: 03-7660 4739<br />
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Maison Des Pains<br />
In search of authentic French breads<br />
and pastries? Look no further than Maison<br />
Des Pains. Pistachio Cherry Financier,<br />
Valhorna Dark Chocolate Madeleines,<br />
Chocolate Raspberry Molten Cake, Crème<br />
Patisserie Peach Tart, Rye Loaf and more<br />
can all be found here.<br />
Location: Lot CC-76 & 77, Concourse Floor<br />
Tel: 03-7661 1894<br />
Auntie Anne’s<br />
<strong>The</strong> pretzels at Auntie Anne's are really fresh,<br />
which is a key selling point. Must-try flavours<br />
are the Cinnamon Sugar Pretzel, Chocolate<br />
Mint Pretzel, Choco Eclairs Pretzel and<br />
Caramel Raisin Pretzel with dips that include<br />
caramel, cheese and chocolate.<br />
Location: CC-K51, Concourse Floor -<br />
East Walk<br />
Tel: 03-7665 3067
NOVEMBER/DECEMBER <strong>2022</strong> TROPICANA GROUP MILESTONE<br />
TROPICANA'S<br />
JOURNEY<br />
THROUGH<br />
<strong>2022</strong><br />
We continue to move forward with initiatives that underscores<br />
<strong>Tropicana</strong>’s commitment to Redefining the Art of Caring, in line<br />
with our recognised role as a community builder.<br />
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In light of the 2021 year-end<br />
floods, <strong>Tropicana</strong> Foundation<br />
stepped forward to offer<br />
assistance to Rumah Charis<br />
Shah Alam, Taman Sri Muda. We<br />
donated more than 200 packs of<br />
dry goods and essentials as well<br />
as medical masks to the home for<br />
the elderly ahead of the Chinese<br />
New Year festive season.<br />
<strong>Tropicana</strong> celebrated Chinese New Year<br />
with the children from Ti-Ratana Welfare<br />
Society Malaysia on the tranquil grounds<br />
of <strong>Tropicana</strong> Aman Property Gallery<br />
in Kota Kemuning. <strong>The</strong> prosperous<br />
programme line-up included a lion<br />
dance performance, God of Prosperity<br />
walkabout and a sand art competition<br />
and over 200 care packs comprising<br />
essentials and dry goods handed over to<br />
the home.<br />
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<strong>Tropicana</strong> teamed up with <strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens Mall for<br />
the Multi-Million Mania campaign, which drew hundreds<br />
of participating property seekers and shoppers keen<br />
on winning millions in prizes and vouchers, as well as<br />
the Grand Prize of an Edelweiss Small Office Flexible<br />
Office (SOFO) unit at <strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens in <strong>Tropicana</strong><br />
Indah.<br />
This month marked the groundbreaking ceremony<br />
of the RM2.5mil Pantai Kok Rest & Recreation<br />
centre, officiated by YB Dato’ Haji Juhari Bulat,<br />
State Assemblyman of Air Hangat. Working<br />
hand-in-hand with Majilis Perbandaran Langkawi<br />
Bandaraya Pelancongan to uplift the community,<br />
the 0.49 acres site will see an upgrade of the<br />
commercial space, and enhanced washroom, surau<br />
and carpark amenities.
NOVEMBER/DECEMBER <strong>2022</strong> TROPICANA GROUP MILESTONE<br />
In the holy month of Ramadhan,<br />
<strong>Tropicana</strong> Corporation Berhad<br />
teamed up with OhBulan! to<br />
bring festive cheer to more<br />
than 160 children from Pusat<br />
Jagaan Cahaya Kasih Bestari,<br />
Shah Alam. This charitable<br />
endeavour saw the donation<br />
of essentials, footwear, and<br />
books to the home.<br />
Over at <strong>Tropicana</strong> Golf & Country Resort, the club brought<br />
back its celebrated Santapan 29 Malam dinner buffet for<br />
a sumptuous buka puasa spread, which offered a mouthwatering<br />
feast with more than 200 dishes. This gastronomic<br />
experience at the Palm Coffee House featured more than 20<br />
stalls serving fine fares with hospitality from the heart.<br />
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<strong>Tropicana</strong> launched the Power Up campaign as a boost<br />
for property seekers, offering exciting incentives such<br />
as down payment assistance, free stamp duties on<br />
loans, MOT, double referral rewards, and attractive<br />
bonuses on SPA.<br />
Also in the spirit of Ramadhan, <strong>Tropicana</strong> Golf & Country<br />
Resort treated 100 children from three orphanages,<br />
Pertubuhan Kebajikan Al Mahabbah, Pusat Jagaan<br />
Haneen Firdous, and Pusat Jagaan Kasih Murni, in<br />
Klang Valley, to the Santapan 29 Malam Iftar buffet.
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<strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens Mall partnered with<br />
the Royal Thai Embassy and Thailand’s<br />
Department of International Trade<br />
Promotion to host Malaysia’s largest<br />
Thai festival, Think Thailand. <strong>The</strong> 12-day<br />
extravaganza from 26 May to 6 June <strong>2022</strong><br />
allowed shoppers to experience the best<br />
of Thailand with exciting activities such as<br />
cooking and martial arts demonstrations,<br />
lively cultural performances, a Thai bazaar,<br />
and more.<br />
<strong>Tropicana</strong> appointed leading short stay management company in<br />
Malaysia, HostAStay Sdn Bhd, as its tenancy management service<br />
provider for the TwinPines Serviced Suites in <strong>Tropicana</strong> Grandhill,<br />
Genting Highlands and Assana Serviced Suites in <strong>Tropicana</strong><br />
Cenang, Langkawi. This collaboration synergises <strong>Tropicana</strong>’s highvalue<br />
property portfolio in key tourism hotspots with HostAStay’s<br />
established track record for excellence in the short-term<br />
accommodation segment. <strong>The</strong> initiative is also set to drive hasslefree<br />
returns for <strong>Tropicana</strong> purchasers and homeowners.<br />
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JUNE<br />
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<strong>Tropicana</strong> Foundation collaborated with<br />
NGO, <strong>The</strong> Lost Food Project, to channel<br />
surplus food to the needy. Together<br />
with subsidiaries – <strong>Tropicana</strong> Golf &<br />
Country Resort and Greenhouse Farm<br />
& Fishery – the team cleaned, wrapped<br />
and delivered 300kg of fish to the NGO’s<br />
charity partners across Selangor.<br />
A significant milestone for the Group was the<br />
unveiling of two momentous achievements –<br />
the launch of <strong>Tropicana</strong> WindCity in Genting<br />
Highlands and the improved T Privilege loyalty<br />
programme. In line with its digital transformation<br />
journey, the T Privilege programme is available<br />
on the <strong>Tropicana</strong> 360 app.
NOVEMBER/DECEMBER <strong>2022</strong> TROPICANA GROUP MILESTONE<br />
<strong>Tropicana</strong> Foundation, the charity arm of<br />
<strong>Tropicana</strong> Corporation Berhad, gave back<br />
to the Johor community with a RM500,000<br />
sponsorship for the Johor Rugby Union<br />
to further the development of sporting<br />
activities apart from donating to homes in<br />
need and charitable organisations such as<br />
Yayasan Sultan Ibrahim and Rumah Anak<br />
Yatim Syafar.<br />
<strong>Tropicana</strong> hosted its fifth signature cycling event, the <strong>Tropicana</strong> gogo-FIT<br />
Cycle, this August. Officiated by Menteri Besar of Selangor,<br />
Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari, the event was a huge success, drawing<br />
more than 900 fitness enthusiasts, families and fun-seekers to<br />
<strong>Tropicana</strong> Aman, Kota Kemuning. <strong>The</strong> event also saw the donation<br />
of 105 care packs to the Bukit Cheeding Community Management<br />
Council and House of Love Children’s Home. Aside from daily<br />
essentials, <strong>Tropicana</strong>’s agriculture arm, Greenhouse Farm & Fishery,<br />
contributed fresh vegetables to 75 orang asli families in Bukit<br />
Cheeding as well as the children at the House of Love.<br />
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AUGUST<br />
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<strong>Tropicana</strong> Corporation Berhad launched its<br />
<strong>Tropicana</strong> go-go-FIT campaign, Redefining<br />
the Art of Healthy Living with an engaging<br />
series of fitness activities. Aimed at<br />
fostering healthy and active lifestyles among<br />
Malaysians, the on-ground sessions are<br />
complemented by monthly virtual challenges<br />
with exciting prizes up for grabs.<br />
Great times were had all around as <strong>Tropicana</strong> hosted<br />
a successful 3km Beach Fun Run at <strong>Tropicana</strong> Cenang,<br />
Langkawi, continuing the momentum of its popular<br />
<strong>Tropicana</strong> go-go-FIT campaign. <strong>The</strong> event saw<br />
more than 200 enthusiastic local and international<br />
participants descend on the signature development’s<br />
vibrant beachfront for a day of fun in the sun, including<br />
exciting activities such as a mini kite-flying and chime<br />
workshop along with health and diet checks for the<br />
community.
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This year, <strong>Tropicana</strong> initiated its first pet support programme,<br />
lending pet shelters a helping hand. Employees volunteered at<br />
My Pets Haven in Setia Alam and assisted with walking the dogs,<br />
preparing meals for the animals and cleaning the cages of our<br />
furry friends.<br />
<strong>The</strong> first Sports Paragon Run <strong>2022</strong> at<br />
<strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens Mall and <strong>Tropicana</strong> gogo-FIT<br />
Park Adventure Race at <strong>Tropicana</strong><br />
Metropark drew hundreds of participants.<br />
Both weekend events showcased the mall’s<br />
accessibility and connectivity as well as the<br />
generous open spaces and facilities of the<br />
Urban Park in <strong>Tropicana</strong> Metropark.<br />
SEPTEMBER<br />
OCTOBER<br />
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For a run with a twist, <strong>Tropicana</strong> Golf & Country Resort<br />
brought back its popular Nite Race. Set amidst the<br />
resort’s soothing greens, the race on the golf course<br />
is well complimented by the cool evening breeze<br />
and continues to be a signature event. It is open for<br />
Malaysian citizens aged 13 years old and above, offering<br />
cash prizes of up to RM500 for winners.<br />
<strong>Tropicana</strong> Foundation continued with its bi-annual blood donation<br />
drive in support of the National Blood Bank. Organised at the<br />
<strong>Tropicana</strong> Experiential Hall in <strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens Office Tower, the<br />
blood donation drive was open to all staff members of <strong>Tropicana</strong> and<br />
the response was encouraging, as always.
NOVEMBER/DECEMBER <strong>2022</strong> TROPICANA GROUP MILESTONE<br />
<strong>Tropicana</strong> Foundation held its<br />
annual donation drive called<br />
Buggy of Joy with <strong>Tropicana</strong><br />
Gardens Mall to collect daily<br />
essentials for various charity<br />
homes and NGOs across<br />
the Klang Valley. We truly<br />
appreciate the generosity and<br />
support of all donors.<br />
In celebrating the season of giving, <strong>Tropicana</strong> Foundation<br />
organised a special Christmas luncheon for children<br />
from underprivileged homes at <strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens<br />
Mall. It was a day of fun as the children delighted in the<br />
wonders of Christmas, from fun to food.<br />
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<strong>The</strong> Group introduced<br />
the <strong>Tropicana</strong> Journey<br />
of a Lifetime campaign<br />
where home buyers<br />
stand a chance to win a<br />
pair of first-class flight<br />
ticket to any European<br />
destination of their<br />
choice.<br />
Welcome to “<strong>The</strong> World of DC Exhibition”. This exhibit is the<br />
first in Asia and largest in Malaysia. <strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens Mall<br />
is thrilled to host the world's favourite superheroes from 23<br />
<strong>December</strong> <strong>2022</strong> to 1 April 2023.
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AWARDS &<br />
RECOGNITION<br />
1<br />
<strong>Tropicana</strong><br />
won two prominent<br />
awards for <strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens,<br />
its vibrant mixed development<br />
landmark in <strong>Tropicana</strong> Indah.<br />
<strong>The</strong> Group gained global<br />
recognition at the International<br />
Property Awards <strong>2022</strong>-2023 in<br />
London, United Kingdom, when<br />
<strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens was awarded<br />
the coveted international 5-Star<br />
Award in the Best Mixed Use<br />
Development Malaysia category.<br />
While, <strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens<br />
Office Tower’s stellar design<br />
earned the Silver Award in the<br />
Corporate Offices category<br />
at the Malaysian Institute<br />
of Interior Designers REKA<br />
Awards.<br />
2<strong>Tropicana</strong> was recognised at<br />
StarProperty Awards <strong>2022</strong><br />
with All-Stars Award; Proximity<br />
Award (Excellence), Best<br />
Integrated Transit-Oriented<br />
Development for <strong>Tropicana</strong><br />
Gardens, <strong>Tropicana</strong> Indah;<br />
and Family-Friendly Award<br />
(Excellence), Best Family-<br />
Centric Development (Landed)<br />
Within Greater KL for Gemala<br />
Residences, <strong>Tropicana</strong> Aman.<br />
3<strong>The</strong> Group was named Top 10<br />
Developer at BCI Asia Awards<br />
<strong>2022</strong> for its masterplanned<br />
townships such as <strong>Tropicana</strong><br />
Danga Cove, Iskandar Malaysia;<br />
<strong>Tropicana</strong> WindCity, Genting<br />
Highlands; and <strong>Tropicana</strong><br />
Metropark, Subang Jaya.<br />
4<strong>Tropicana</strong> also won Best<br />
Developer accolades at Asean<br />
Property Developer Awards,<br />
as well as Best Leisure<br />
Living Development for<br />
<strong>Tropicana</strong> Grandhill, Genting<br />
Highlands; and Best Mixed Use<br />
Development for <strong>Tropicana</strong><br />
Cenang, Langkawi.<br />
5<strong>The</strong> Group took home the<br />
Transformation Award for<br />
<strong>Tropicana</strong> Metropark at FIABCI-<br />
Star Malaysia Developer Awards<br />
<strong>2022</strong>.<br />
6<strong>Tropicana</strong> won the Top 10 Best<br />
Property Developers Award<br />
again at <strong>The</strong> Edge Malaysia<br />
Property Excellence Awards<br />
<strong>2022</strong>.<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 />
Level G, <strong>Tropicana</strong> Garden Mall,<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: 10:00am – 6:00pm<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: 10:00am – 6:00pm<br />
(Monday – Sunday)<br />
TROPICANA METROPARK (SUBANG JAYA)<br />
Property Gallery & Show Unit<br />
No.1, Jalan Delima 1/1<br />
Taman Perindustrian Teknologi Tinggi Subang<br />
47500 Subang Jaya<br />
Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia<br />
Tel: 1700 81 8887 / +603 5637 3018<br />
enquiry@tropicanacorp.com.my<br />
www.tropicanametropark.com.my<br />
Office Hours: 10:00am - 6:00pm<br />
(Monday – Sunday)<br />
TROPICANA HEIGHTS (KAJANG)<br />
Property Gallery<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: 1700 81 9566<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: 10:00am - 6:00pm<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: +607-510 3838<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 WINDCITY / TROPICANA<br />
GRANDHILL (GENTING HIGHLANDS)<br />
Property Gallery & Show Unit<br />
Jalan Permai 2, Genting Permai Avenue<br />
69000 Genting Highlands, Pahang<br />
Tel: +6018-390 9988 / +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 & Show Unit<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 />
10:00am – 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 (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 (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)
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 />
Grand Taipei *<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 />
Madam Croffle *<br />
Maison Des Pains<br />
Meet Snacks Town<br />
TROPICANA GARDENS MALL<br />
Nyonya Cendol Café<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 />
C By Camel Active *<br />
Camel Active<br />
D’Famous Optical *<br />
DeFacto<br />
Dr. Specs<br />
Eightiin *<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 />
Medic Deno *<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 />
50’s Barbershop *<br />
Althea Vitality By Dandelion *<br />
Cars International<br />
Chiropractic First<br />
Elite Cobbler *<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
SPECIALISED SERVICE CENTRE EXCLUSIVELY FOR<br />
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 />
prominentautotech
“Everyone able to Talk<br />
But nobody want to Listen”<br />
Let<br />
Synthesis<br />
listen to your skin<br />
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Formulated in<br />
Switzerland<br />
Synthesis Aesthetic<br />
Synthesis_Aesthetic<br />
Established Since<br />
2008