The submission of the Development of The Haven Bintan to Des Prix Infinitus Media ASEAN Property Awards has astounded its judges. They had been astonished by the site, the location, the facilities planned for the iconic development, and the concepts applied. Following a visit of some representatives’ and an interview with the conceptor, Mr. Peter Chan, the panel was convinced that this unique project, despite it being new and novel, or perhaps, due to it, would be a high flyer and would appeal to partakers of all ages and of a wide range of countries from the Middle East, South East Asia to China, Korea and Japan.
The panel was most pleasantly surprised that several new concepts could be imbued, derived, and applied together into the development of the mature and highly competitive hospitality industry. To assure itself, representatives have been sent to Ipoh where its originating established Haven Resort is located. The visit confirmed the presentation. From this visit the revelation of its attraction, and hence the merit for the Award to the development can be expounded.
Bintan Island’s resort location is exceptionally advantageous, being only 41 kilometers away from Singapore and accessible via a quick 60-minute luxury ferry ride. It offers an attractive boardwalk through virgin mangrove forests, while also benefiting from its designation as a tax-free zone, making it exempt from import and export duties and customs sales tax on luxury goods. With four international and regional airports nearby offering global connections, and plans for a bridge connecting to Batam within a 10-minute drive and to its nature appeal, Bintan as a tourist destination is set to soar.
We concur with the developer that given time, The Haven Bintan will likely be easily recognised as the ultimate vacation destination in Asia, taking into consideration its destination, concept, security, desirability, and convenience. The concept of The Haven Bintan is very broad indeed. It has been conceived and caters to a very broad range of clientele, from infants and even babies to the very elderly to the active and also to the not-so-active. The development has a comprehensive range of facilities, from the 4-level seahorse infinity pool to other facilities including high-end dining options, catering to users and guests of all ages and needs. The entire site has been designed to be disabled-friendly.
We envisage that with the expected great success of The Haven Bintan, the appeal and demand for both the purchase of units and its utilization would greatly exhilarate, stirring up greater progress for the locality. We believe this may be the catalyst Bintan needs.
The first phase comprises two towers, each with 278 units of various sizes and interiors. Not only does The Haven Bintan and its stakeholders dedicate themselves to offering premium experiences of a luxury retreat, offering incentives of both investment and usage. Usage is broad and comprehensive indeed from being tourist-friendly, to long-term stays, and incentives of leasing services.
The Haven Bintan has pronounced its “MOSTEST” in offering its service and experience standards to guests for their relaxation and enjoyment. A stay at The Haven will give its clients a unique experience that will transcend other resorts. The getaway experience in nature close to the city for the entire family will be second to none. When completed, the Development will establish itself to be a Resort Development beyond compare, The Resort of All Resorts!
Based on such a broad range of attractive concepts and attributes, The Haven Bintan convincingly deserves to be conferred the Award of The Best Resort Development in ASEAN.
