Co-Founder
Isabel Maria Jeworski
Meet Isabel Maria Jeworski and start a personal CRAYS conversation.
WORK · LIVE · PLAY
Extraordinary places.
Real connections.
Our job and motivation is to bring you together with great people in high-class lifestyle work-live-play venues all around the globe in a playful way — digitally and, above all, in real life.
A place to build. A place to belong. A life to share.
Work
Work how you want, where you want, and whenever you want. Find your next collaborator and room for your ideas.
Live
Live your life sustainably, in a green and healthy way. Feel at home in inspiring spaces, with your people nearby.
Play
Music, art, new friendships and moments worth sharing. Make time for the people who make life awesome.
Crays is where strangers become stories — and global citizens feel at home before they even check in.
CRAYS COMMUNITY
Grow your business.
Make friends, colleagues, business partners, and meet many new people.
As a Crays member, you are always something special among the masses — part of a community shaped by people who love music, fashion, architecture, art, tech, and of course Bitcoin.
This is your kinda crowd
OUR TEN VALUES
A mindset for a more connected world.
Take care of your family, friends, and everyone at Crays
You are what you believe
Work how you want, where you want, and whenever you want
Grow relationships, not just transactions
Don’t be cool—ask stupid questions
Live your life sustainably, in a green and healthy way
Be whatever you want to be—but always be nice and honest
Great organizations are driven by purpose, not profit alone
Young is a state of mind
Think different — change lives
Crays inspires us to focus on what truly matters in life. It will always represent the core values of mental freedom, creative use of spaces, and shared community experiences.
A SHARED FOUNDER STORY
A Vision Born from 20 Years on the Road.
For two decades, the Crays Founder Thorben lived on the move — 250 to 300 days a year, across 121 countries.
Along the way, as a traveler, he realized what was missing: real connection, seamless living, and hospitality spaces that truly bring people together.
Crays is his answer.
WHO WE BUILD FOR
Builders. Makers. Global citizens.
People & community
- Local and Global Lifestyle Community, Bitcoin Plebs, Digital/Crypto Nomads
- International Business Travelers, Remote Workers
- Local Professionals Looking for an Inspiring Work Environment
Creative culture
- Representatives from Tech, Music, Film, Fashion, Art, and Media
- Lifestyle Brands & IRL Events, Brand Partnerships, Brand Integration
- Design and Architecture Lovers
Builders & professionals
- Web5 Entrepreneurs seeking Inspiration and networking
- Early Adopters, Tech Enthusiast & Innovative Web5 Startups
- Tech-oriented Lifestyle Brands, Influencers, and Podcasters
OUR ECOSYSTEM
A community and ecosystem of Bitcoin native builders & makers!
Crays and the Crays Clubs form a full ecosystem that exists both physically and digitally. We want to connect people through community and technology, transforming venues into smart, local hubs that grow into a global network of like-minded individuals.
Your chapter, your way.
Different paths, one community. Choose how you want to take part and we’ll help you get connected.
Individual
Join as a creator, remote professional, founder or curious explorer. Find your people and new opportunities.
Family
An international setting for family life. Live, learn and grow together in Forest City.
Team
Bring your team for focused sprints, residencies or a longer base. Work, bond and achieve more together.
Tell the CRAYS team how you want to take part.
No account needed to start a conversation.
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers to common questions.
What is CRAYS?
An invitation-led community connecting work, life, culture and hospitality in Forest City, Malaysia. Meet people, explore opportunities and build your next chapter.
What kinds of stays are available?
Crays Club Marina is for monthly member stays. Crays Club Golf offers public stays by night, week or month. Explore the hotel pages for the separate stay and booking journeys.
Who can apply?
Individuals, creators, founders, remote professionals, families and teams can tell us about their interests. The CRAYS team reviews every application.
Can I join with my family?
Yes. Choose Family in the application and share your plans. Our team can discuss the options that fit your family.
How does the process work?
Share your interests and plans through your Ambassador’s form. CRAYS reviews the application and responds with the appropriate next steps. A referral does not guarantee admission.
What opportunities are there for teams and companies?
Explore team sprints, residencies, company building, events and the wider CRAYS business network. Tell us your goals so we can discuss a suitable path.
Do I need an account to apply?
No account is needed to start a conversation. Your application is linked to the Ambassador whose personal page you use.
Where is Forest City?
Forest City is in Johor, Malaysia, near Singapore. It brings coastal living, green spaces and a place to work and connect together.