Langkawi’s newest tourist attraction, 99° East officially launched today at an exclusive event for media and partners at the 99 East Golf Club. A joint venture with Menteri Besar Incorporated (MBI) Kedah, the new development is set to build an integrated resort community here in Langkawi, offering world-class services and infrastructure as part of its efforts to catapult the legendary island to global standards. The vision for 99° East is to create a superior, sustainable resort development that embodies Langkawi’s UNESCO geopark status whilst celebrating the island’s outstanding natural beauty by integrating its environment into a series of complementary communities and recreational areas. This vision is in-line with the state’s commitment to the development and preservation of Langkawi.

Designed by Australian golf course architect, Ross Watson, 99° East Golf Club offers a different golfing experience in Asia, taking many of its design references from Australian and even Scottish links courses. Long wild grasses and reeds dominate the out of play areas together with the signature rice terraces, both distinctive features of this 7,330-yard championship course that integrates native forest, wetlands and an orchard valley, with views both over the ocean and across the entire island to the west.

This 45-acre residential estate is situated in native woodland, offering a range of luxury villas, each built with the long-term preservation of the environment in mind. The estate features just 58 landed villa lots.

The result is a low-density residential community, affording owners a woodland setting, stunning views and absolute privacy. Modern house designs take references from traditional Malaysian and tropical architectural styles, with each maximising their own individual site conditions and view lines, many of which extend to the ocean and the golf course. The integration of indoor and outdoor spaces allows for seamless transition, natural ventilation, and integration with the natural surroundings.

99 East is already in advanced discussions to bring in additional activities, including an international school, a fine arts museum and more. Discussion are also advanced to develop an Equestrian and international polo centre, designed to host international polo events and other equestrian events and to further cement Langkawi’s global reputation.

For more information on 99° East, visit www.99east.com