The Edge - Colours of The Wind
A new retail, recreational and residential ecosystem takes root in mid-hill Genting Highlands. Tropicana Corp Bhd unveils a resort-themed collection to entice jaded city dwellers.
If your idea of a dream home is one you never have to leave, the nature enclosed Tropicana WindCity has a I self-sustaining ecosystem designed for a lighter conscience. Poised to become Genting Highlands' newest mid-hill destination to nest or invest in, this 596-acre mega project by Tropicana Corp Bhd may be only an hour's drive from Kuala Lumpur, but it can elicit feelings and pleasures of being in a far-flung getaway.
Tropicana WindCity is a master development that houses three main townships: Tropicana Grandhill, sitting on 112 freehold acres, will provide cultural and holistic offerings such as a world-class education centre, wellness retreats, residences and a silver hair village; the 308-acre Tropicana Paradise will shape up to be an entertainment and hospitality hub with international branded hotels; and the 176-acre Tropicana Avalon seeks to offer intimate and luxurious amenities such as a rejuvenation haven, retail boulevard, villa resorts and high-end residences.
Tropicana Grandhill makes living in a sealed box seem anathema. Perched 3,000ft above sea level, the land is surrounded by belts of green that deepen with every distance and a densely forested valley that unfurls below, and enjoys a cool breeze that hovers between 15 - 21 degree Celsius. Instead of trumpeting spare-no-expense opulence to push the luxe needle to greater extremes, Grandhill dials back the extraneous by making buildings more symbiotic with nature. For those seeking a seemingly impossible combination of immersive yet uncrowded lifestyle, the vast residential selections here - from high-rise serviced residences to curated units for families of all sizes - make living in a peaceful retreat outside our steamy capital feasible.
The all-inclusive township is also punctuated by pockets of green, which act as "social hearts" where families and young ones can gather for a stroll or leisurely picnic. Fun in trees was once reserved for animals and, perhaps, the likes of Tarzan, but aerial rope courses, which will be set up in the near future, offer thrills for everyone. An adventurous nature parkland, complete with adrenaline-pumping outdoor challenges, are waiting to be conquered as the brave cross from one tree to another.
Creating a blueprint for a sustainable and integrated township does not stop at living spaces that double as escapades. Capitalising on Grandhill's luxuriant surroundings, a commercial hub will be built to lure day-trippers addled by the daily grind and bon vivants to lounge the day away with some the best names in the F&B industry. Design pyrotechnics aside, the convivial and functional space will be home to eateries with cantilevered decks, al fresco cafes that overlook an idyllic panorama of rolling hills, and drinking establishments for a jovial night out. If solid sustenance, by way of food and entertainment, is not enough to tickle your imagination, feast your eyes on the sweeping vista of mountains around Genting, which are natural assets to our country's rich biodiversity.
A glamorous back-to-nature exercise is the current norm to spend one's leisure time, but why confine it within an allotted parcel of time? At Grandhill, where air and water are pristine, wellness has been reimagined as exclusive sanctuaries that urge you to lean into a bit of self-care. Private medical and wellness businesses make up the development's healthcare services, offering a much-needed respite from physical and mental stress. Forget cramped beauty parlours that dispense healing and pampering in a sterile, clinical setting - traditional spas have left the building.
If all the aforementioned amenities begin to sound like perks in a private club, you are not entirely mistaken. Such services and exclusivity are also extended to Grandhill's resort-style retirement homes, catering for the silver-hair community. More urban homeowners are turning into empty nesters who no longer need a big house, want to deal with chores nor brave through congestion that clogs up the city. Although assisted-living homes have sprung up in the last few years, Grandhill's retirement concept veers towards quality living for the socially and culturally active. A customised senior living plan can provide a continuum of nursing that enables residents to move to a higher level of care in the event that they need additional assistance as they age.
Although Phase 1 of Grandhill, which includes a serviced residence, an international school, retail facilities and wellness hub, is expected to be completed only in May 2026, there is a line-up of robust activities for residents as well as travellers to look forward to in Tropicana WindCity.
A glamorous back-to-nature exercise is the current norm to spend one's leisure time, but why confine it within an allotted parcel of time? At Grandhill, where air and water are pristine, wellness has been reimagined as exclusive sanctuaries that urge you to lean into a bit of self-care. Private medical and wellness businesses make up the development's healthcare services, offering a much-needed respite from physical and mental stress.Forget cramped beauty parlours that dispense healing and pampering in a sterile, clinical setting ?traditional spas have left the building.
If all the aforementioned amenities begin to sound like perks in a private club, you are not entirely mistaken.Such services and exclusivity are also extended to Grandhill's resort-style retirement homes, catering for the silver-hair community. More urban homeowners are turning into empty nesters who no longer need a big house, want to deal with chores nor brave through congestion that clogs up the city. Although assisted-living homes have sprung up in the last few years,Grandhill's retirement concept veers towards quality living for the socially and culturally active. A customised senior living plan can provide a continuum of nursing that enables residents to move to a higher level of care in the event that they need additional assistance as they age.
Although Phase 1 of Grandhill, which includes a serviced residence,an international school, retail facilities and wellness hub, is expected to be completed only in May 2026, there is a line-up of robust activities for residents as well as travellers to look forward to in Tropicana WindCity.
The 1.5 million sq ft Tropicana Paradise will house many of Malaysia's firsts, including a slew of thematic rides and attractions that bolster the existing appeal of the already-famous highland tourist destination. Anchored by a 124ft Forest Atrium with dancing fountains, the retail epicentre is surrounded by 100 jumbo LED screens to create a stunning visual experience for shoppers. Customers and holiday-goers can also travel seamlessly between different Tropicana properties when an integrated transport system of cable cars, tram line and bus depot is introduced. On the other side of town, a barrage of colours is set to light up Genting Highlands as floral-inspired landscapes and forest enclaves at Tropicana Avalon slowly take shape.
As the country's urban hubs continue to expand, township developments that prioritise smaller, localised areas are increasingly seen as an answer to sustainability challenges. Tropicana WindCity aspires to build a retail, recreational and residential oasis while mindfully planning for the future -after all, a smart and self-sufficient township should weave a social fabric in which people want to live, work and play.
