Retreat leaders are already beginning to look at venues and destinations for their ๐๐ฝ๐ฟ๐ถ๐ป๐ด ๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ฎ๐ณ retreats, and honestly, this is one of the best times of year to lead one.โฃ
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After winter, people are craving renewal, inspiration, movement, sunshine, connection and something to look forward to. Spring retreats tend to carry a naturally hopeful energy and from a business perspective, they often perform ๐ช๐ฏ๐ค๐ณ๐ฆ๐ฅ๐ช๐ฃ๐ญ๐บ ๐ธ๐ฆ๐ญ๐ญ.โฃ
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And because it typically takes ๐ญ๐ฌโ๐ญ๐ฎ ๐บ๐ผ๐ป๐๐ต๐ to properly plan, market and fill a retreat, now is the ideal time to begin exploring options.โฃ
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Here are a few of my favorite destinations for ๐๐ฝ๐ฟ๐ถ๐น, ๐ ๐ฎ๐, & ๐๐๐ป๐ฒ ๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ฎ๐ณ, chosen for their weather, atmosphere and retreat potential:โฃ
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โจ Morocco- Warm days, vibrant markets, desert landscapes and beautiful riads.โฃ โฃ
โจ Costa Rica- Green, lush, and still wonderful before heavier rains begin.โฃ โฃ
โจ Bali- Beginning of dry season with warm weather and quieter energy before peak summer.โฃ โฃ
โจ Thailand- Tropical beauty, incredible wellness culture, temples, islands and amazing food.โฃ โฃ
โจ Cambodia- Deeply soulful and culturally immersive, with ancient temples, luxury wellness spaces and unforgettable energy.โฃ
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โจ Greece- Sunny days, warm seas, whitewashed villages, and fewer crowds before summer.โฃ โฃ
โจ Italy- Long dinners, rolling landscapes and perfect spring temperatures.โฃ โฃ
โจ Peru- Dry season begins with clear skies and ideal trekking conditions.โฃ โฃ
โจ Portugal- Wildflowers, ocean air, slower pace and ideal temperatures for wellness retreats.โฃ โฃ
โจ Guatemala- Lake Atitlรกn shines with clear mornings and vibrant culture.โฃ
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โจ Ireland & Scotland- Long daylight hours, green landscapes and cozy luxury escapes.โฃ โฃ
โจ Indonesia (Bali & surrounding islands)- Dry season settles in with beautiful weather.โฃ โฃ
โจ Spain- Mediterranean coastlines, island escapes, vibrant culture and beautiful early summer energy.โฃ โฃ
โจ France- Countryside markets, coastal villages, vineyard retreats and long sunny evenings.โฃ โฃ
โจ Mexico- Beach towns, vibrant culture and easy accessibility for North American groups.โฃ
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๐ซIโve been hosting retreats for 13 years and becoming a certified travel advisor specializing in retreat planning completely transformed my life.โฃ
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Retreats allowed me to step out of burnout, expand my business in ways I never imagined, create meaningful income and build deeper relationships with my community through shared experiences around the world.โฃ
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And the truth is, you donโt have to figure it all out alone.โฃ
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If your business feels ready for expansion, if youโve been dreaming about creating something more immersive for your community or if you simply know youโre meant to lead in a bigger way, retreats can become one of the most powerful evolutions of your work.โฃ
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With the right support, they do not have to feel overwhelming. They can feel intentional, seamless, profitable and deeply meaningful for everyone involved.โฃ
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๐ If youโre feeling the pull toward spring 2027, letโs start the conversation.
5 Things Iโve Changed About The Way I Run Retreats
Some changes came from watching how guests actually move through a retreat. Others came from realizing that a beautiful property and itinerary arenโt enough to make people register ๐ฐ๐ณ ๐ณ๐ฆ๐ต๐ถ๐ณ๐ฏ.โฃ These are five things I do differently now.โฃ
