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Enjoy the Experience of a Yoga Retreat

Since 2015, Julie and Karen have been leading dozens of international yoga retreats …

5 continents, 7 countries, dozens of unforgettable wellness and yoga getaways.

 

from the pura vida of Costa Rica to the fascinating Mayan culture of Guatemala

 

from vibrant and spiritual India to the peaceful mountains of North Carolina 

 

from the bella vita of irresistible Italy

to the roar of lions in South Africa and the full sensory experience of Magical Morocco

 

And the adventures continue, to other soul-filled destinations!

We are constantly inspired to create magical, meaningful, heartwarming, yoga travel adventures for YOU.

Peru 2024 !

Wellness adventure

Machu Picchu & the Sacred Valley

June 1-7, 2024 

 

➡️ This trip is closing soon!

We have released the rooms and booking a space will be subject to availability

We are THRILLED to offer this life-changing wellness adventure.

Create shared memories you will never forget, in spectacular Peru, the Land of the Incas.

Your trip will include Chinchero (the mythical birthplace of the rainbow), excursions in the Sacred Valley, and of course, a visit to the awe-inspiring Machu Picchu.

Enjoy optional daily yoga, for an extra bounce in your travels!

Expand your perspective. Find inspiration in nature. Embrace this once-in-a-lifetime experience.

 

Click HERE for Peru info!

(This is a small group experience and space is limited; please book your spot as soon as possible)

 

See our reviews HERE

Italy Yoga Retreats 2024 !

Life is Good, Umbria, ITALY (ONE room left!)

Sept 9-15, 2024

We CANNOT WAIT to return to our exquisite paradiso italiano! Join us in Umbria, the “green heart of Italy”, known for its medieval hillside towns, magnificent forests, and delicious cuisine.

Our private villa has charming rooms with stunning views of the unspoiled hills of Umbria.

Click on these links to join us in Umbria, Italy!

(our retreats sell out quickly; please book your spot soon!)

Read our testimonials here

 

Unplug in Puglia — Aug 31 – Sept 5, 2024 (Sold Out)

This retreat is sold out. Please see our Umbria, Italy retreat which still has some spots available.

We’ve been joyfully leading yoga retreats since 2015:

5 continents, 7 countries, dozens of unforgettable yoga getaways.

As our retreats sell out quickly, please contact us here to add your name to our waitlist. We’ll let you know as soon as new retreats are scheduled!

Our Approach

  • We love co-creating yoga retreats and bringing together a happy gathering of people to enjoy the benefits of yoga and meditation, in extraordinary destinations around the world.  See some of our testimonials here. We dig deep, we explore, we laugh. We laugh a LOT.

 

  • We choose eco-resorts, hotels and travel experiences that also contribute to the general wellbeing of people less fortunate than ourselves.

 

  • We work with likeminded people who give back to local communities, as well as those who care about our beautiful planet through their wildlife conservation efforts. This is our small contribution to making a positive difference. Do join us.

 

We invite you to set your life on a positive path,
Take the time to pause, nourish, and rejuvenate, on one of our yoga retreats.

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Yoga Retreat Testimonials

I loved every minute of it. Beautiful memories of special moments and experiences. I will be dreaming of the next retreat.

Sarah B.

I have such wonderful memories—the yoga and the lake will be with me forever. Thank you again for sharing your love of Guatemala and yoga with me.

Judy

What an adventure, many happy memories and life changes. Julie and Karen, thanks to you for creating such an amazing experience – like Jojo, I often come back to the memories with a smile. Each of you is remarkable and together you are magic. Namaste

Ruth M.

It was an amazing experience that I cannot explain to anyone. I feel so at peace. I really miss you and my new yogi friends. Friends that I know I will have for a long time. I can’t stop thinking about this trip and all the memories and all the special people. Namaste.

Jojo F.

There hasn’t been a day since our trip that I haven’t thought of you both, the beauty of Guatemala, the joy and love shared amongst our group, the friendly faces of Guatemalans, Lake Atitlán, and all the fun we had together.

Mary H.

Thank you for an unbelievable yoga retreat. Thank you for being so organized, with great communications in advance of the trip, for choosing and getting us to such an amazing hotel venue and last but not least for your excellent and compassionate yoga and spiritual leadership. It was a 5 star magical experience for me … things are still unfolding for me as I continue to embrace my Lake Atitlan intention.

Karen G.

Thank you both once again for an amazing experience. It is obvious to me, how much hard work you put into this. Every day was special …every day was memorable…every day I looked forward to what magic you had planned for us!

Clay G.

Our retreat to Guatemala meant so much to me. Our time together was a much needed respite. Thank you for bringing together such a wonderful group of women whom I can now call friends. Lake Atitlán was an open and supportive time together and we created some very special and lasting memories.

Patti H.

Reminiscing on how extraordinary this yoga retreat and adventure in India has been for me. And you two, charming and competent yogis and femmes d’exception (get your French dictionary out) made it a smooth and enjoyable ride. Thank you for this formidable experience.

Suzanne G.

The wonderful memories of the trip, the group and the fabulous yoga experience you and Karen made for us brings me smiles and to a special place that will always be in my heart. I have traveled many places but this trip is high on my list of best spiritual growth. It’s amazing how much peace one gets when we just settle in on our mats. I am so happy that I was able to go with you to your special place. Thank you for sharing it with us

Judy B.

Thanks a million, best time ever. Looking forward to our new adventure. But first, let me savor this one. Namasté.

Céline C.

LOVED it. Yes there was a wonderful mood set. Thank you and Karen, for that. Yes the lake and volcano helped to set the mood. But you helped provide an awesome experience.

Sue B.

Thank you for your sweetness and kind attention. Looking forward to seeing you at yoga some time soon. Thanks again for all the laughs. The best medicine.

Stacy B.

Thank you both so much for creating a new world for all of us…and most especially, moi!!! It was simply awesome to be with such amazing souls. I’m still soaring!

Denise F.

Thank you for such a wonderful experience. You guys truly go above and beyond!

Lauri M.

The retreat is a life-changer, hard to describe in words especially to an outsider but it calls for us to stop, see, feel and hear who we are and appreciate the environment around us. I give it a 10 ++++. Villa Sumaya was a wonderful, peaceful retreat, a perfect setting to create that mood. I enjoyed everyone also, bonding easily with like-minded people. You and Karen gave soooo much of yourselves. Thank you.

Hedy S.

What an amazing experience you provided us all in India. I am sure that each of us has taken home some priceless tools to call on forever. I thank you so much for that.

Sue B.

You guys did a wonderful job – very organized and just what the doctor ordered. Muchas gracias!

Kristine

Thank you so much for a beautiful, fulfilling, and highly packed emotional (and funny) yoga retreat. I LOVED Costa Rica.

Patty L.

Lake Atitlán is such a magical place and the entire yoga retreat you put together was an unforgettable experience for me. Look forward to seeing you again soon.

Amanda G.

Enjoy Julie's Next Training or Retreat


See our past retreats — click links below:

Costa Rica

Guatemala

India

Italy

North Carolina, USA

South Africa

Why go on a yoga retreat?

  • A yoga retreat is a gift to yourself. It’s the chance to disconnect, take a break from the stresses of daily life and nourish your body, mind and soul. 
  • Deepen your yoga practice and return home rested, refreshed, and filled with meaningful insights. 
  • “Make Your Home An Ashram”—how to create a retreat at home.)