The Goddess Retreat
June 11-18
2022
Invoke your inner Goddess
Step out of the ordinary.
Go with the flow to return to a sense of unbounded joy and freedom.
Join Alesha for a 7 night 8 day journey of remembrance.
When you step out of your daily routine, and step onto the deck of a sailboat,
feel the wind in your hair, the sun on your skin and take a deep breath & soak it in.
We gather in a sisterhood of goddesses:
to explore the alchemy of ancient wisdom and weave it into our modern lives,
to nourish our souls with yoga, contemplation, and journaling
to open our hearts in ceremony (cacao, moon...)
to surrender to the spaciousness
and to transform.
Immerse yourself in the Elements
This journey will take place throughout the Cycladic Isles of Greece. We will sail to these remote islands as a flotilla, a group of small ships sailing together. We will hike, snorkel, paddleboard, dive deep into the culture, and take time to simply relax on the beaches and sailboats.
Best part…No sailing (or yoga) knowledge is required. Experienced and specialized staff take care of all the sailing logistics! Simply sit back and join your time.
Yoga
Each day we will explore a new location as well as do yoga in a variety of breathtaking destinations.
Tantric Hatha Vinyasa will bring you into deep communion with your soul.
Ritual
To invoke our inner goddess we will explore the ancient lands of the isles alongside goddess mythology.
Join in rituals of self care coupled with ceremony: Cacao, Full moon, and Goddess
Boat Life
Awaken a sense of freedom, of exploration and wonder.
It's a special sort of excitement and serenity that comes with being powered by nature.
Sit back and let the wind take you away!
The Destination
Cycladic Isles
Rugged, sun-drenched outcrops of rock, anchored in azure seas and liberally peppered with snow-white villages and blue-domed churches with stellar archaeological sites and dozens of postcard-worthy beaches, this is Greece. Throw in a blossoming food scene, some renowned party destinations and a good dose of sophistication, and you really do have the best of Greece’s ample charms. Among the 223 tiny islands, the most popular are Mykonos & Santorini. This journey will take you far from the heralds of tourism.
Sifnos, Serifos, Kimolos & Kea the gems of the western Cyclades will take your breath away.
Where you'll stay
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The Sailboats
Each 50ft sailboat will have a maximum of 8 guests with 5 cabins:
2 double bed cabins with ensuite bathroom, 2 double bed cabins with a shared bathroom, and a bunk cabin used for your crew.
The sailboats will travel as a flotilla, a group of small ships sailing together. You will sail with your group and then we will unite and gather for yoga, excursions, and meals.
What's Included
Meet at the designated meeting point and everything is taken care of from there!
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Expert guides for land and sea provided by our host, Get Lost.
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Experienced and specialized staff take care of all the sailing logistics!
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Visit 4 Greek Islands: Kea, Kimolos, Serifos, Sifnos.
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7 nights accommodations on 50ft Sailboat fully equipped to maximize comfort. Private and shared rooms are available.
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Guided rituals and yoga practices.
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Cacao & Moon Ceremony.
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Optional SUP Yoga Sessions.
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Mini-Massage treatment (head & neck or Acupressure Foot)
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Additional Massage packages available upon request
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Use of snorkel gear, subwings and paddleboards throughout the entire journey.
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Daily Brunch on your boat.
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Snacks, coffee, tea and water are always available on the boat.
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Three group meals at hand-picked restaurants, tavernas.
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All meals on board are prepared from local organic ingredients.
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Goddess Toga Beach Party!
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Yoga mats provided.
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Linen and shower towels provided- one towel change during the week included.
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On-board internet.
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Pre-departure manual providing extensive details on what to pack and how to plan
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Athens City Guide to help extend your goddess getaway!
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Excursions and more!
What's Not Included:
Not much!!
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Flight to Athens
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Transfers to/from meeting point in Athens
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The few meals not mentioned
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Alcoholic beverages- available onboard a la cart
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Linen change- upon request, 15€ additional fee
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Souvenirs & shopping
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Trip insurance and Travel Health Insurance is NOT included, but they are HIGHLY recommended; World Nomads has a lot of options. Take a look at Travel Insurance 101, a resourceful page that will help you get the coverage you need. Please also review the Booking Terms!
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Any additional evenings in Greece before or after. However, great recommendations via Athens City guide is provided!
Alesha is the poster child of a retreat leader! Her warm welcoming presence shines through all she does and is exactly what is needed in this day and age.
Alesha's gifts are many. She creates a sacred space for you to truly enjoy being away from the day to day grind. She has a gift for bringing the community together for joy, fun and relaxation. Her upbeat, loving and adventurous nature will inspire you to go after your dreams and live life to the fullest. If you have the opportunity to go on a retreat she leads or organizes, you will enjoy beautiful, rich experiences that will open your heart and bring back the skip in your step!
Dr. Alexina Mehta
The Details
Activities
All activities are optional and you can choose to either participate or not. Sea activities included Stand Up Paddle Board Excursions, Snorkeling Expeditions and Subwing. Hikes are for beginner to intermediate level and again participation is optional.
Yoga Practice
The yoga practice is optional. Our philosophy is that we want your practice to go off the mat and become an immersive experience. Hence, yoga is taking place in a different scenic location every time. We provide yoga mats, blocks, and straps if you need to use them during your session.
Meals
All meals are prepared with natural and organic ingredients. We take you only to handpicked restaurants, that offer authentic Greek tastes and use the best components. Prior to your trip, we will send you a form, during which you will be invited to inform us about your dietary habits so for us to ensure that all your meals during the journey are aligned with them.
Weather Conditions
The daily itinerary is weather-dependent and subject to group dynamics. In the rare case of very strong winds (>26 knots) we might modify our itinerary. In the scenario of strong winds, the itinerary is either alternated so to sail the islands of the Saronic Gulf or it might be required to be moored in an island for more days than schedules. Whatever the case we guarantee that alternative plans will meet the requirements and quality of services as promised.
Deposit to secure your spot
800€ NON- REFUNDABLE and NON-TRANSFERABLE Deposit secures your spot. Final payment will be due March 7, 2022. All payments are NON-REFUNDABLE and NON-TRANSFERABLE. If you are concerned for any reason about your ability to travel in the future, please obtain travel insurance. If booking the entire boat, a 3200€ deposit applies.