Women’s Retreat: Reconnect with Spirituality
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Reconnect to that which helps YOU to sleep at night.
All-Inclusive, Women’s Retreat in Yucatán, México!
Multi-day Experience: 4 nights, 5 days
Life is no joke. I know, I know, no one ever said it was easy but damn why does it have to be so hard sometimes?! 😎😰 When you are busy and things seem good enough, do you don’t think much about spirituality or what’s beyond? And when the shit hits the fan and life gets hard, do you find yourself seeking a higher power, someone or something to find comfort and solace in? You are not alone.
Spirituality is non-denominational, meaning everyone is invited to the party, and all religions, practices, and teachings are equally respected. The purpose of this Reconnect Retreat is to help you connect for the first time, reconnect or perhaps, connect more deeply with that, which helps YOU to sleep at night. There are no wrong answers.
The best way to stay standing through life’s obstacles is to have a spiritual practice and establish rituals to “reconnect” whenever you need the extra support. We’ve designed this reconnect program using tools and methods that we’ve personally experienced and know to be beneficial.
On this Green Maya Reconnect Retreat, you will be with nature a lot because the Earth is our essence; she is the source of all life, and she knows things! Nature is where you will find many of the answers you seek in the spiritual language of your preference. Ceremony has been practiced and honored for thousands of years; thus, we feel it essential to connect to our ancestors for ancient knowledge. You will experience many ceremonies and learn how to create your own. And finally, you will learn multiple ways to relax your body and listen for the messages of support and guidance from YOUR spiritual practice.
What you can expect…
Day One:
Welcome farm-to-table, a four-course meal prepared by the private chef and served in the lovely gardens at Villa Merida and finishing the evening with a Welcome Fire Ceremony to initiate the purpose of you being here!
Day Two: Time to take it easy, disconnect from your day to day
The morning will begin with light breathwork, yoga flow class to get the blood flowing, and guided meditation to help you re-connect with your subconscious. Then the chef prepares a delicious breakfast, and you shall sit where you wish in the lush gardens. After breakfast, we will come together for an altar-building workshop and journaling project. It’s a good idea to spend the first afternoon settling in and disconnecting. Deep tissue or relaxing massages, which do you prefer? And in between times, you have a large, inviting swimming pool, hammocks swinging on the verandas, or the comfort of your room to relax. As the sun sets, we will come together for a unique, participatory dining experience. 🔮🦉✨
Day Three: Looking to the past for knowledge
Today is action-packed! We will begin early to arrive at sunrise at the location for a jungle trek (4-7 km or 3-4 miles) into an area of protected Mayan lands. You will see abundant flora and fauna, a 15th-century hacienda in ruin, and experience a private, sacred cenote. While you float in the womb of Mother Earth, you will be entranced by a sound bath. We will be sure to make an offering to the ancestors! And return to The Villa just in time for a siesta! The afternoon is yours to do as you wish. We will see how the group feels and flow from there for dinner. Will it be a low-key dinner in or a lively dinner in town?
Day Four: Lead with your heart 🧡
Enjoy some solitude this morning, and we’ll see you at breakfast. Later in the morning, we will gather and prepare for your Cocoa Ceremony with Abuela Monica, our spirit guide who will take you where you need to go with an open heart. And then Let’s Explore Mérida! Much to see and do can be a great spiritual inspiration, such as art, music, dance, culture, architecture, food, and shopping (supporting the local economy)! We will stop for lunch on Paseo Montejo, a famous boulevard, before making our way to Cathedral de Mérida, the first cathedral in the Americas and built on top of a Mayan ruin. The history runs deep, and the energy is undeniable.
Day Five: It’s so hard to say goodbye
Laughing Meditation (seriously, it works! haha), Last Breakfast & Closing Circle 🤗🤗🤗
Why women only? Beautiful things happen when the gals get together. With women only, you can relax, let your guard down, relate to the other women, and release the fear of being judged. We instinctively feel safe and heard with our divine tribe.
CHECK YOUR PASSPORT, BOOK YOUR AIR TICKET, PACK YOUR BAGS AND LEAVE THE REST TO US!!
Every detail is thought about and planned for you. You don’t have to do anything except SHOW UP! The purpose of the retreat is to create a safe space for you to relax, open yourself to possibilities, and be inspired to flow.
Included: • 4 nights of enchanting accommodations • 3 healthy, delicious meals per day • healthy snacks (dried/fresh fruits, nuts, locally made bread-gluten free upon request) • organic coffee/tea • daily fresh juice • purified water/reusable bottles • multi-lingual, nationally certified guides • all entrance fees and activities noted in itinerary • all outdoor equipment per activity, i.e., binoculars, life jackets, snorkel gear • welcome gift • Plus: all gratuities for maids, porters, waiters, and driver
Transportation around Mérida is available to you during the retreat.
Not Included: airfare, optional activities as listed in the itinerary, items of a personal nature, gratuities for head guides, adult beverages
Extra info:
Airport transportation from/to Merida is included.
Airport transportation from/to Cancun is not included but is available to reserve.
All vehicles are private and comfortable.
All food is healthy. Everything is homemade, organic, sustainably farmed, or locally produced. Daily breakfast: Organic coffee, tea, fresh fruit juices, homemade yogurt and granola, homemade bread, oats, eggs straight from the farm, pico de gallo, and of course, fresh tortillas
Most meals are plant-based, and we will have some meals out where seafood and meat are available. Gluten-Free, dairy-free, and vegan are possible, and we will confirm your dietary needs in follow-up communication.
All activities are adjustable to your level of physical ability. We can make it harder, or we can lighten it up!
Low-calorie cocktails at welcome dinner are included. Otherwise, a limited selection of adult beverages will be available for purchase.
What to know: There are 5 private rooms with king beds, 1 shared room with 2 double beds, 1 shared room with 1 king bed and 1 sofa bed, 1 shared suite with 2 private bedrooms and 3 beds.
Private rooms are $2095, and Shared rooms are $1875.
This experience is for women only. The experience is relatively physical; however, it's your holiday, so do what speaks to you! Feel free to participate in all or some of the activities. The weather can be humid, and mosquitoes are a strong possibility. If safety is a concern, please trust that your well-being is our utmost concern: Yucatán, México rates among the safest states in the world year after year. Please feel free to read my story of an American woman living in México in the This is Me section. Our guides are nationally certified and hand-picked. We like to keep it local and work with people from the area for the most authentic experience possible.
What to bring:
reusable water bottle
comfortable walking/jogging shoes
water shoes with a good tread
a daily change of casual, lightweight clothes
outfit for a night on the town
dress for the ceremony
swimsuits
lightweight, long sleeves, and pants for the ultimate protection from the elements
personal care products
non-toxic insect repellent (we provide)
bio-degradable sun protection (we provide)
hat
personal outdoor equipment (binoculars, camera, snorkel gear...)
a good book or two
a personal item such as jewelry, photo, figurine, poem, or crystal to recharge on our sacred altar
Payment: Pay half now to reserve your spot and the second half in full by 2 weeks prior to your retreat start date.
Cancellation:
100 % refund for cancellation 45+ days before the retreat start date.
50 % refund for cancellation 25-44 days before the retreat start date.
0% refund for cancellations 0-24 days before the retreat start date.
Guarantee: If you are not 100% happy at the end of your experience, please allow us to redeem ourselves and take you on our next available tour free of charge.
*highly recommended: You can choose to come early or stay longer. We have excellent local guides that know the off-the-beaten-path places to visit and “how-to” visit the -not to miss- famous sites. If you are interested, let us know.
Your Host:
Sara Renshaw: Mother of two grown men-children. A tree-hugging, earth-loving, sustainable business consultant. The work that chooses me is eco-tourism and women’s retreats; it’s like I’m on vacation every day! I enjoy writing and birdwatching. I live a healthy lifestyle and stay mentally balanced with regular yoga and meditation practice.