In collaboration with High Life: Living the Good Life, VOICE OF ASIA is proud to present timeless articles from the archives, reproduced digitally for your reading pleasure. Originally published in High Life Volume 1 in 2016, Resorts World Genting invites you to a retreat in the mountains.
MALAYSIA
From a luxurious vantage point 1,740 metres up in the Titiwangsa Mountains, enjoy a stunning bird’s eye view of the surrounding mountain range that forms the backbone of Peninsular Malaysia. Better yet, pamper yourself in the almost inexhaustible range of adventures and fun activities for the family at Resorts World Genting, the hilltop haven that gave rise to a global chain of luxury retreats.
Since Resorts World Genting first welcomed the public to its first hotel—Highlands Hotel (later renamed Theme Park Hotel)—in 1971, every inch of the resort has been prepared and arranged for the ultimate enjoyment of its visitors. Located about an hour away from the Malaysian capital city, Kuala Lumpur, getting to the resort is an experience in itself. Would you prefer the scenic route up the winding roads by car, or the even more breathtakingly panoramic view from the Genting Skyway Cable Car system that takes you on a leisurely ride to the top of the hill? If you are just arriving in the country, the resort offers a range of transportation services from the airport, including limousines, luxury coaches and shuttle buses.
24 attractions await you at the world’s first Twentieth Century Fox World Malaysia theme park, which is also located here. Expected to be completed in late 2017, the massive 25-acre interactive theme park is one of the most talked-about entertainment destinations in the world, with attractions based on a number of Twentieth Century Fox films, such as Alien vs Predator, Ice Age, Planet of the Apes, Rio, Night at the Museum and Titanic.
Rest your Head
Resorts World Genting is internationally recognised for its elegance and sophistication. With five hotels to choose from—from 3- to 5-Star, each with its own unique personality—prepare to be spoilt for choice for the duration of your stay. The 7,351-room First World Hotel became the world’s largest hotel in 2015 for the second time. Easily recognisable from afar by its two vibrantly coloured towers, the hotel was first awarded the Largest Hotel title between 2006 and 2008 when it had 6,118 rooms.
Maxims Hotel offers an unmatchable array of dining venues combined with entertainment facilities, while the upcoming Crockfords Hotel, comprising selected floors within Maxims Hotel, was built to impress, with rooms that feature a masterful fusion of contemporary elegance and classic charm, and views that overlook the surrounding rainforest.
If you are looking for exclusivity and style, then the 5-Star Genting Grand Hotel, a haven of luxury in a class of its own, is where you should be. Located in the middle of the resort, the hotel bears the trademark Genting logo gleaming brightly at night above the buliding.
The Resort Hotel, with its majestic and vibrant décor, allows you to choose between the wide range of recreational amenities and business options, with great views of the upcoming theme park, mountains and valley. The hotel is also a popular choice for family accommodation that balances modern amenities and contemporary boutique settings in every room.
If you’re into golfing, Awana Hotel is for you. It also offers various sizes of halls for events and conventions, and food and beverage outlets.
Thrills on the Range
High-class variety is the name of the food and beverage game at Resorts World Genting, whether you are in the mood for a celebratory meal, some fine dining and wines, or you want to splurge on a romantic outing. From L’titude, where the high-flyers hold meaningful conversations over cigars and wines, to the Coffee Terrace that features four seating areas capable of accommodating up to 600 diners that serve various cuisines in a buffet style.
To savour some traditional Chinese cuisine, head to the exceptionally elegant, award-winning Imperial Rama, where Thai and Chinese influences blend into a gastronomical adventure like no other. At The Olive, the keyword is the mouth-watering house specialty, Wagyu beef, prepared from prime cuts. The restaurant also offers a range of fresh salads and seafood, and delightful desserts and fine wines.
Aptly named, every inch of the Genting Palace Restaurant is a masterful display of sophistication and class, a combination of contemporary Chinese decor and opulence. For those times when a casual Western meal is all that you crave, Bubbles & Bites has you covered. In addition, the continental restaurant, with its rustic ambience, serves a full range of sparkling wines imported from around the world, soft drinks, alcoholic sodas, beers and juices.
Whether you prefer exhilarating evenings or a calm and relaxing atmosphere, you can choose from the excellent establishments created to meet and exceed your needs. Savour craft beers and innovative cocktails created by world-class mixologists at the Genting Club 360 Bar, or sip the finest dram of whisky and other liquors at The Patio. For the perfect night-out, head to Cloud 9, which features live sports telecasts to get your heart racing at full speed.
The hilltop resort also offers a wide range of modern facilities such as convention and conference spaces and wedding halls that are bound to take your corporate and personal events to the next level of sophistication. The Genting International Showroom is also one of the world’s main stages for performances by global artistes.
Whether you’re with your family or on your own, a visit to Resorts World Genting offers a full array of unique experiences that is guaranteed to keep you always coming back for more.
