HAVE YOU GONE INTO AUTOPILOT witH LIFE and want to discover Your passion and creativity again?
Do you love to dance, belly laugh, and share important experiences with new friends and old?
have you dreamed of going to spain?
Now's the time!
SALE - A LATE CANCELLATION IS YOUR GAIN!
TWO ROOMS LEFT - $2995 DOUBLE OCCUPANCY
Aug 31 to SEp 7, 2019
We have worked out every detail of this luxury trip - from the accommodations to the detailed planning of all excursions.
Each day has been meticulously planned out to get the most of your time in this beautiful Andalusia area.
Each day has been meticulously planned out to get the most of your time in this beautiful Andalusia area.
The Area
The Andalusia area of Spain is the most charming and richest area of Spain known for its deep heritage, traditions and natural beauty mixed with moorish culture and traditions. We get to experience both cultures...including the home of the Flamenco!
Beautiful merging of Arabian, Moorish and Spanish architecture makes this especially unique!
Beautiful merging of Arabian, Moorish and Spanish architecture makes this especially unique!
The hotel venue
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We have this amazing boutique hotel all to ourselves in the best location that makes all of Andalusia accessible to us!
No detail is spared with the exquisite decorations of the rooms to the pool area and the gardens. The hotel sits amidst a picturesque olive grove with the mountains in the distance. |
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Imagine as you wake up in the morning, hearing the birds chirping outside while taking your cup of coffee outside to take in the beauty and the tranquility of everything all around you.
Each bedroom is unique adorned with the details of the Spanish and Moorish Architecture.
You can feel the love that Yvonne, the proprietor, who left her corporate life in England to create this amazing boutique hotel, in every corner. She is the ultimate of hospitality making sure our trip is a once in a lifetime experience in every way. From breakfast to dinner to everything in between. She is there to make sure our trip is magnificent!
The Yoga
We will have yoga twice daily of course, to be able to help you get into your body and into your soul, to allow for reflection, journaling, and to put yourself on a new conscious course. There will be life coaching mixed in with yoga, meditation, journaling, and breath work to balance you out in just the right way.
Bringing in balance to your day - Keeping you really present - to tap into your creativity again.
Bringing in balance to your day - Keeping you really present - to tap into your creativity again.
This time is perfectly planned at the right times to take some time out, to stretch, process and reflect through meditation and yoga that weaves in journaling, yoga and daily introspection. This gives you space to be able to have your own epiphanies around yourself and what’s next in your life - to integrate your outer experiences and reflect on the inner experiences - to be able to really embody this experience and make choices that you can take back into your life.
When you leave the retreat - you will carry in your heart all of the experiences and self-awareness that you have found this week. You will be IGNITED, ON FIRE, FULL OF INSPIRATION and ready to live your life with this new found awareness and bring it to others - it’s contagious!
If you are a beginner - no worries! Classes are fulfilling for beginners and teachers alike - from gentle to yin to power! Sherry has been teaching for over 15 years and makes classes accessible for all levels - meeting you where you're at, honoring your body - yet giving giving you the challenge that you need to go beyond your comfort zone.
* Participation in classes and activities is optional throughout the retreat. All levels welcome!
* Participation in classes and activities is optional throughout the retreat. All levels welcome!
THE ITINERARY
You don’t have to think about a thing! Every detail is meticulously planned for you!
All you need to do is….SHOW UP….BE PRESENT…..and ENJOY!!!
Weaving in the perfect blend of yoga, activities and free time for self exploration and bonding with your new friends. There are also lots of surprises along the way.
You will receive so much more than your expectations!
All you need to do is….SHOW UP….BE PRESENT…..and ENJOY!!!
Weaving in the perfect blend of yoga, activities and free time for self exploration and bonding with your new friends. There are also lots of surprises along the way.
You will receive so much more than your expectations!
Upon your arrival...
You arrive at the Malaga airport to be taken to your hotel and greeted by Sherry & her husband Stu and your new friends who have already arrived with a glass of wine. You decide to sit down and enjoy your wine before you settle in and unpack. Once you finish your wine, you check out the nooks and crannys of the hotel grounds and unpack. You indulge in this alone time before you meet up with the group for the opening circle and our first group dinner!
You arrive at the Malaga airport to be taken to your hotel and greeted by Sherry & her husband Stu and your new friends who have already arrived with a glass of wine. You decide to sit down and enjoy your wine before you settle in and unpack. Once you finish your wine, you check out the nooks and crannys of the hotel grounds and unpack. You indulge in this alone time before you meet up with the group for the opening circle and our first group dinner!
Each day begins and ends with our daily yoga class with amazing excursions in between!
Some of what we have planned is a hike in Torcal de Antequerra, a world heritage site which dates back 150 million years ago some say - from the dinosaur age!
And any trip to Andalucia would not be complete without visiting the famous Alhambra of Granada, and Ronda, both UNESCO world heritage sites! Built in 1238, Alhambra, palace and fortress of the Moorish monarchs of Granada, Spain.
We'll be visiting a world famous bodega before we leave Ronda.
We'll be visiting a world famous bodega before we leave Ronda.
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What’s all in the mountains...what about the sea?
Where the beach, amazing food, shopping and culture meet.
We have a special trip planned in Malaga and the white washed villages of Frigiliana and other special experiences.
Where the beach, amazing food, shopping and culture meet.
We have a special trip planned in Malaga and the white washed villages of Frigiliana and other special experiences.
All our our trips would not be complete without some SURPRISES that are in store (which I’m not sharing and will not be disclosed until the event!!))
If you love yoga, unique experiences, to not worry about any detail, and to be pampered for the entire week, this trip is for you!
What's Included
- One bus transport per day from Malaga airport to/from the hotel on arrival and departure days (anything outside of pre-set times will be at own cost)
- Accommodations at our beautiful Luxury Boutique hotel which is an experience within itself
- Daily gourmet locally sourced breakfasts and dinners made by Yvonne (all diets accommodated)
- All excursions including but not limited to a hike ,Granada, Ronda, Frigiliana, Mijas Pueblo and more (more planned that cannot be disclosed) :) including local guide well versed on culture and history of the area
- All entrance and guide fees to excursions (many attractions have entrance fees - all are covered)
- Surprise experiences
- Hotel taxes
- Wine equal to two glasses at dinner (all other must be purchased separately)
- 24/7 guides/retreat leaders
What's Not included
- Lunches while on excursions (not completely determined yet but one or two lunches may be included)
- Alcohol with the exception of wine at dinner (2 glasses per person limit)
- Airfare and travel costs
- Gratuities (for excursions if you feel they deserve it)
- Your shopping and additional purchases or excursions
- Personal, medical, or trip cancellation insurance (highly recommended)
- Personal Expenditures
Your Retreat Leader - Sherry Smith, Life Coach & Yoga Teacher
In my early to mid 20’s I felt like I had to deal with much more than the average 20 something year old - dealing with my only sister’s death in 1993, divorce in 1997, and my new husband’s illnesses in 2002 and 2004. In addition, I was in a corporate job that was draining my energy and moving me further away from who I was. My corporate job was in the travel industry which was fun once upon a time, but after Sept. 11th, it became much more corporate and almost cut throat at that time. Yoga helped me process and rise above my heartbreak and challenges and find new purpose and inspiration for my life, gave me courage to make necessary changes, and find happiness again. I left my corporate job and began working at the renowned Moffitt Cancer Center as well as teaching yoga. That was over 16 years ago and I have never looked back!
Retreat Journeys has come to fruition through the love of my own yoga practice, my wanderlust travel roots, and my my passion towards helping you find your purpose and life inspiration. It an honor to create these life changing experiences for you and a privilege to guide you on this inner and outer adventure of a lifetime. See you in Spain!
If you want to learn more juicy details about me, click here.
-Namaste, Sherry
Retreat Journeys has come to fruition through the love of my own yoga practice, my wanderlust travel roots, and my my passion towards helping you find your purpose and life inspiration. It an honor to create these life changing experiences for you and a privilege to guide you on this inner and outer adventure of a lifetime. See you in Spain!
If you want to learn more juicy details about me, click here.
-Namaste, Sherry
I try not to have a day go by without affecting the world in a positive way. Our life is short - it's so important we do what we're passionate about and serve the world and humanity at the same time. The world needs more of our unique gifts and skills. It's our job to find out what it is and do that! :)
Bonuses
Before you even arrive in Spain, you'll be invited to join a private Facebook group as soon as you register so you can get to know your new friends, ask questions, and share in the pre-trip excitement. What's even better is that when you get home after the retreat you can keep in touch with everyone, share pictures, swap stories, and keep everyone in the loop with your triumphs and challenges.
A virtual group meet and greet meeting about 6 weeks prior to the trip to learn all the juicy details about the trip- what to pack, what to expect, travel logistics, etc. (If you live in Tampa, you can join in person!)
You'll also have an optional FREE 30 minute DISCOVERY session with Sherry one month after the retreat, so together we can make sure you're still on track with everything you've learned.
A virtual group meet and greet meeting about 6 weeks prior to the trip to learn all the juicy details about the trip- what to pack, what to expect, travel logistics, etc. (If you live in Tampa, you can join in person!)
You'll also have an optional FREE 30 minute DISCOVERY session with Sherry one month after the retreat, so together we can make sure you're still on track with everything you've learned.
You'll Leave with 3 Amazing Benefits
1. Living with a new ignited passion for life! Imagine leaving with finding yourself again, fully inspired, with a new appreciation for the people and experiences you have had in your life and ready to make new conscious choices given your new found passion on this trip. Your goal is to carry it into your every day life.
2. Tools to keep you focused after the trip - The entire week is structured around finding your passions with journaling, reflection and sharing time to give you the space to be able to reflect on your intentions. We give you tools to create goals or ways of being once you leave the retreat in your daily life. You'll return home knowing what it feels like to really be connected, inspired, and empowered!
3. Lasting friendships - You never knew that you could grow so close to seemed strangers that are now your friends forever in only a week! You have new soul-”mates” call upon whenever you need them! They have been through this experience with you and will always “get” you with little explanation needed.
Pricing
# Rooms |
Room Description |
# rooms/spots left |
Double Occupancy Pricing |
Single Occupancy Pricing |
5 |
Double Twin bed room ensuite bath |
1 spot left! |
WAS $3995 NOW $2995! |
n/a |
2 |
Double twin bed room shared bathroom (bathroom shared with two rooms total) |
SOLD OUT |
$3495 |
n/a |
2 |
Double king/queen bed ensuite bath |
1 room left! |
WAS $3995 NOW $2995! |
$4695 |
2 |
Double king/queen bed shared bath (bathroom shared with two rooms total) |
SOLD OUT |
$3495 |
$4295 |
*The pricing is valid for Euro-USD up to 1.20 exchange rate. If the exchange rate is higher than 1.20, the final balance will be adjusted to reflect higher exchange rate.
Deposits and Payments
- Deposit to hold space $800
- 2nd Deposit - $500 due Mar 15, 2019
- Final Balance - due May 31, 2019
Travel Info
Norwegian Airlines now has a flight directly from Tampa to London/Malaga Airport as well as other major airlines. One transport bus will pick you up and drop you off at the airport. If this time does not work for you, you must set up your own transport to appropriate airport/train station.
If coming from the U.S. Travel dates would be Aug 30th to Sep 7th, 2019. You might even want to leave another day earlier and overnight in Seville or Malaga to explore the city.
Sherry is happy to help you navigate your airline travel options if needed. It is recommended to purchase tickets no more than 3-7 months from the actual travel dates as this is when airlines start pricing for fare sales.
Norwegian Airlines now has a flight directly from Tampa to London/Malaga Airport as well as other major airlines. One transport bus will pick you up and drop you off at the airport. If this time does not work for you, you must set up your own transport to appropriate airport/train station.
If coming from the U.S. Travel dates would be Aug 30th to Sep 7th, 2019. You might even want to leave another day earlier and overnight in Seville or Malaga to explore the city.
Sherry is happy to help you navigate your airline travel options if needed. It is recommended to purchase tickets no more than 3-7 months from the actual travel dates as this is when airlines start pricing for fare sales.
Have more questions? We've got answers!
Have never done yoga before?
No problem! The retreat is for all levels! Our retreats are not just yoga - normally yoga is taught once or twice per day depending on our itinerary and the excursions and meals are just as much a part of the theme of the week as the yoga. It is an immersion for all of the senses!
Never traveled abroad? We’ve got you covered! We have traveled abroad and to Santorini before many times and can give you the advice you need to arrive safely.
Never done this for yourself? Just do it! There’s no time like now! It will be a life-defining week.
Traveling by yourself? Perfect! We'll partner you with a roommate to share your room with. Once you sign up we also connect you with our private Facebook page so that you get to get to know the group before the trip - so you can find another friend to travel with if you’d rather travel with someone.
Have never done yoga before?
No problem! The retreat is for all levels! Our retreats are not just yoga - normally yoga is taught once or twice per day depending on our itinerary and the excursions and meals are just as much a part of the theme of the week as the yoga. It is an immersion for all of the senses!
Never traveled abroad? We’ve got you covered! We have traveled abroad and to Santorini before many times and can give you the advice you need to arrive safely.
Never done this for yourself? Just do it! There’s no time like now! It will be a life-defining week.
Traveling by yourself? Perfect! We'll partner you with a roommate to share your room with. Once you sign up we also connect you with our private Facebook page so that you get to get to know the group before the trip - so you can find another friend to travel with if you’d rather travel with someone.
Can I bring my husband? Our retreats are for men and women alike :) Sherry and Stu are a husband and wife team and make everyone feel at home. Our last Santorini retreat had 5 couples :) We even had a couple join us on their HONEYMOON in Corsica!
What is the weather like in Spain this time of Year?
Late August/Early Sept boasts a a high of 81 degrees Fahrenheit and a low of 70. Perfect!
What kind of clothes will I need for the trip? The weather is mild, so pack some shorts, light pants, sneakers, sandals, a few light sweaters for layers during evening or early morning hours.
What currency does Spain use? Euro. The currency exchange rate does change frequently. To check the current currency exchange rate, you can go to: http://www.xe.com/ucc/
What should I budget for meals? All dinners are included, which are the most expensive meals :) You can eat affordably and healthy for lunch with such deliciousness everywhere you turn! We'll be happy to help you with meal decisions.
What is the weather like in Spain this time of Year?
Late August/Early Sept boasts a a high of 81 degrees Fahrenheit and a low of 70. Perfect!
What kind of clothes will I need for the trip? The weather is mild, so pack some shorts, light pants, sneakers, sandals, a few light sweaters for layers during evening or early morning hours.
What currency does Spain use? Euro. The currency exchange rate does change frequently. To check the current currency exchange rate, you can go to: http://www.xe.com/ucc/
What should I budget for meals? All dinners are included, which are the most expensive meals :) You can eat affordably and healthy for lunch with such deliciousness everywhere you turn! We'll be happy to help you with meal decisions.
I would like to immerse myself in yoga and self-exploration while I'm there. Is there time for that? YES! There will be plenty of time to reflect, do your own practice, journal, photography, sketching, whatever your creative outlet is.
Should I bring any yoga props with me (blocks, strap)? You should bring everything you need to practice yoga, especially your mat. Blocks will be provided, but please bring a strap and your mat.
Additional Questions? Contact Sherry. We're happy to help!
Email: ssmithyoga@gmail.com Phone: 813-842-2366
Should I bring any yoga props with me (blocks, strap)? You should bring everything you need to practice yoga, especially your mat. Blocks will be provided, but please bring a strap and your mat.
Additional Questions? Contact Sherry. We're happy to help!
Email: ssmithyoga@gmail.com Phone: 813-842-2366
What Retreat Participants Said
“The devotion all of you show to putting together such an amazing experience is very much appreciated. You seem to meet each one of us where we are at and encourage us to grow and reach further. Your spirits are so precious and I feel blessed to know you!”
"I found a safety and security that doesn't always exist with the stresses of home, work, and family. I felt safe enough to cry openly. Share more intimately, and ultimately grow deeper into both my yoga practice and my understanding of myself. You can't put a price on this experience, it truly is priceless. Deepest thanks to you. I didn't want this week to end.”
“The devotion all of you show to putting together such an amazing experience is very much appreciated. You seem to meet each one of us where we are at and encourage us to grow and reach further. Your spirits are so precious and I feel blessed to know you!”
"I found a safety and security that doesn't always exist with the stresses of home, work, and family. I felt safe enough to cry openly. Share more intimately, and ultimately grow deeper into both my yoga practice and my understanding of myself. You can't put a price on this experience, it truly is priceless. Deepest thanks to you. I didn't want this week to end.”