Marcel de Rijk is of Dutch descent; he was born
in the Netherlands to a family who had close
connections with Indonesia.
His Maternal Grandfather came from the Keraton,
or Palace of Solo (Surakarta), on the Island of
Java.
Marcel was born into a family of “dance”, and
became a world champion ballroom dancer. For
many years now he has held the auspicious title
of Vice President of the World Dance Council
(WDC), and President of the Dutch Professional
Dance Sport Federation, International
Adjudicator and Trainer.
Being a World Champion ballroom dancer, an avid
traveler and entrepreneur, Marcel has turned his
passions of dance, travel and building wonderful
luxurious homes that he has filled with antiques
and artifacts, into a successful business that
he is able to share and enjoy with people from
all over the world.
INDONESIA
Marcel first came to visit Indonesia more than
twenty-five years ago because of his close
family connections with the country. His
maternal grandfather came from the Kraton or
Palace from Solo (Surakarta) on the island of
Java.
Marcel instantly fell in love with the country,
its people and their culture and from this first
visit decided to build a home here in Indonesia
that is enjoyed by all his guests, Puri Mas
Boutique Resorts & Spa.
FRANCE
Marcel’s sophistication and style is displayed
in his choice of the Chateau Rion. What better
home for many of Marcel’s most precious antiques
and art works. Beautifully displayed throughout
the chateau, guests can take a step back in time
reliving the days of a bygone age. As always
Marcel has chosen a fabulous location. At
Chateau Rion you are close to the Pyrenees
Mountains, near to the border of Spain and in
the vicinity of some of the most interesting
towns and villages in the South of France.