As the mist slowly settles and dawn breaks, I am treated to a majestic view of Borobudur temple in the distance, all from the comfort of the garden terrace of my private villa at Amanjiwo that is located deep in the lush embrace of the Javanese rainforest offering a sense of tranquillity like no other.
The journey begins even before one sets foot within its immaculate premises. As the car winds through quaint villages, rice fields and Mount Merapi in the distance, the mystique of the region takes hold. Each twist and turn is like a brushstroke painting a picture of traditional Javanese life-a life intimately connected with the ebb and flow of the land.
Although there are certainly many ways to get to this paradise, I am simply at awe with the ease of how I got here. The tediousness of finding a unique destination that caters to my needs, searching for flights (or booking multiple forms of transportation if the destination is a remote one) to planning a personalised itinerary that offers the best-of-the-best experiences were thankfully arranged by T'ROKA, a luxury consumer travel brand under Holiday Tours & Travel that seeks to redefine the way travellers explore and connect with the world.
For Ben Foo, the President of Holiday Tours & Travel, travelling has always been his passion and seeking destinations that offer more than just a place to sleep is the way the brand wants to define itself. It all makes sense, T'ROKA is after all, inspired by the Malay word 'Teroka', which represents the essence of exploration, a personalised service at every step of the journey through its network of exclusive partners and access to extraordinary experiences.
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SOIREES OF SEPTEMBER
From sipping cocktails by the coastline to eating your way through the city, this is the month to enjoy.
ROYAL DECREE
The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Selfwinding 37mm is a sporty yet dazzling timepiece that fits in just about anywhere.
ALCHEMY OF ART
Known for blending natural elements with ancient cultures, Brazilian jewellery designer Silvia Furmanovich offers an exclusive glimpse into her artistic world.
DISHING IT OUT
This month serves up some top-tier hotel dining, a collaboration with enough Michelin stars to kickstart a new galaxy, and a special celebration marking Malaysia Airlines' new route to Chiang Mai.
JETSETTER DIARIES
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MAKING WAVES
The extraordinary 122-metre Kismet megayacht by Lürssen, making her grand debut at this month's Monaco Yacht Show, epitomises uncompromising luxury and sets a new benchmark for excellence in the yachting industry.
MIAMI NIGHTS
Not all 21st birthdays are celebrated in style, but with the Polo Collection welcoming the Royal Salute 21 Year Old Miami Polo Edition into the family, it had to be one for the books.
LIVING LARGE
As luxury travel evolves and trends shift, one truth endures: the essence of travelling opulently is defined by a blend of exquisite accommodations, unparalleled exclusivity, and bespoke experiences tailored to your every whim. To better understand the level of luxury being sought out by the world's most affluent, we've curated a selection of the most extravagant getaways from over-the-top villas to exclusive vacation itineraries and beyond, all guaranteed to ignite your wanderlust.
ROMANCING THE STONES
Journey with Minerals, the current exhibition at L'École, School of Jewelry Arts, showcases the world of mineralogy as you've never seen it before. PRESTIGE takes a private tour.
THIS JUST IN
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