partners in paradise
The word ‘tirtha’ in Sanskrit refers to a place that is holy. Specifically, a journey to a holy site. Encapsulating that, Tirtha Weddings makes the pilgrimage towards wedded bliss spectacular and stress-free. The Singapore-based destination wedding specialist recently unveiled a new addition to its portfolio of amazing venues, in an appropriately holy location – Bali.
The Glass House by Tirtha is a sprawling property in Uluwatu, an unassailably beautiful part of the Island of the Gods. Designed by Alessandro Landi of Landi Design and Fredo Taffin (Ku De Ta Bali), the name dreams up images of lush greenery and ethereal splendour. Which is correct. Cossetted by soaring coconut palms, the main guesthouse and annexe have floor-to-ceiling glass walls, flooding the indoor spaces with natural light. Landscaping is a particular highlight, created by Singapore’s Salad Dressing based on the work of Made Wijaya, Bali’s famous landscape architect. The property’s multiple space are versatile enough to accommodate any wedding format, while the lawn and pool are inviting for more casual celebration.
For the big night, The Glass House goes all out. The garden lawn can be festooned with a constellation of twinkling fairy lights for an evening to remember. Or fresh blooms and impossibly green leavea can lend a more tropical feel in the greenhouse. The spaces comfortably seat 100 people, rising up to 170 when combined with other areas.
Accommodation (optional) comes in the form of three guesthouses for up to six guests, with a private chef and butler included.
For bookings through July 2017, The Glass House is offering its Dazzling Amber Package. Pricing begins at US$4,200 (RM18,475) and includes:
- Option between a religious or non-religious wedding ceremony
- Presence of a priest or celebrant to officiate
- English or Mandarin-speaking Master of Ceremonies throughout the event
- Professional services of Tirtha’s wedding team
- Tirtha’s elegant floral decorations
- Fresh frangipani flower walkway
- Live music: choralists & keyboard throughout ceremony
- Two page boys with ceremonial umbrellas & two flower girls in traditional attire
- Transport for the bride and groom from hotel to Glass House and return
- Commemorative certificate (not legally-binding)
- Personalised welcome board & guest registration book
- Welcome drinks, program cards and fresh flower petal confetti (for up to 40 guests; provisions for additional guests are available at an additional charge)
- Sit-down or buffet menus created by Japanese-French fusion chef Kano Ryoichi
- Multiple bar options
- Tirtha Signature white rose bouquet & boutonniere for the bride & groom
- Professional dress & tuxedo steam service (one outfit each)
- Tirtha Signature gift for the couple
