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Wellness Retreats for Your Consideration, 2023

WellbeingRebecca O'Byrne

NUSHU RETREATS // COSTA RICA + UPSTATE NY

NUSHU is a wellness collective I had the pleasure of encountering last year while on a retreat in Spain. A beautiful company with immensely meaningful + soul strengthening foundations, NUSHU was founded by Vanessa Cornell in New York City with the vision to hold safe space + a supportive environment for those seeking to live authentic, inspired + more joyful lives. With regular groups held virtually, the company also hosts the most beautiful destination retreats ranging from surf retreats in Costa Rica to rock climbing + hiking adventures in Upstate New York where each time the sole aim is to combine adventure, fun + joy with opportunities for connecting with incredible women in a safe, nurturing + judgment-free environments. And what’s more curative than a dreamy escape with a wonderful group of women supported by the open-minded + healing power of a NUSHU group.. quite literally nothing. NUSHU is a space to find home within.

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LA DOLCE VITA YOGA // LECCE, ITALY

I was recently introduced to the beautiful yogi ways of Roberto Bitettio through my gym in here in Dublin. I’m not someone who would take a yoga at a gym too seriously to be honest but I felt called to attend Roberto’s vinyasa class + I couldn’t be happier I did. A true yogi, Roberto’s energy on + off the mat is a genuine delight. His yoga flows + sequences are empowering + powerful, both gentle yet strengthening all at once. I love a challenge + he most certainly brings that to the mat. I have been booking back in as often as possible + now I’m looking at his beautiful retreats for the year in his home in Lecce, Southern Italy where he hosts yoga escapes that seem as dreamy in real life as they look + read.

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ŌTIUM //VARIOUS LOCATIONS

I just recently stumbled upon ŌTIUM late last year + have since been dreaming of escaping into their world as soon as humanly possible. Focusing on well-being + self-exploration through the mediums of creativity, movement + the art of unwinding, ŌTIUM focuses each of their retreats on a specific theme depending on the location. ŌTIUM’s founder spent the last decade in the luxury industry bringing other brand’s vision’s to life while continuously diving into other cultures + local delicacies in some of the world’s most luxurious destinations. Now, Samantha brings her vision toile via ŌTIUM upon the beautiful principles that act as the brand’s foundational ethos: the road less travelled is always one of self-discovery, impactful + intimate gatherings harness truthful + meaningful connection, ancient wisdom never gets old + ŌTIUM is always based on entirely immersive experiences for the individual.

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SHESHE RETREATS // VARIOUS LOCATIONS

For she who loves movement, she who seeks adventure + she who values peace” a retreat with She She Retreats is a must addition to your bucket list. With a strong emphasis on movement + mind, nourishing nutrition, community + conscious living, the only thing you need with you in attendance of a She She retreat is an open mind to your own untapped potential upon reconnecting with your most authentic self. Stripped back of all the distractions of every day life, it is the greatest gift of all to give oneself the space + time to rebalance within + that is exactly whatShe She Retreats does to a tee + in incredible locations that will take your breath away.

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JAIME HEPBURN // GREECE

I first came across yoga teacher, Jaime Hepburn a few years ago + immediately fell for her calm energy, incredible aesthetics + her clearly innate gift around design. Drawn in pretty much straight away though to her yoga teachings + online classes, it has been her teaching style + incredible way of guiding students through a variety of flows that has kept me an enthusiast. At the time she was based on the West Coast of the US + her adventures were beautiful Cali vibes, sunshine + yoga. But even in rainy London, her authenticity, vision + practice remains in tact + no matter where she is her retreats seem to be as beautiful IRL as IG would suggest. Having practiced on her digital platform The Yoga Library + been to Basic Space, her now in-person studio in London, I can attest to the fact that to flow in retreat with Jaime must be a dream.

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WYLDER RETREATS // VARIOUS LOCATIONS

WYLDER Retreats is another company I came across late last year in my search for something to ground + balance in 2023. Founded by private yoga teacher, Charlotte Townend, the company is home to a collective of brilliant creatives based in Ibiza + Formentera. Teaming up with local chefs, movement practitioners + other creatives, Charlotte curates each retreat with the aim to immerse you in the local beauty + experiences of these special Spanish islands. An escape that is entirely beautiful + nourishing.

Learn more // W Y L D E R R E T R E A T S

LT&CO // VARIOUS LOCATIONS

From Mallorcan style fincas to riads in Morocco, wherever LT & Co. decides to retreat, rest assured it’s going to be one fabulous experience for your mind, body + soul. With much attention directed to the nurturance of the mind-body connection through experiences in nature + wellness practices beyond the obvious, each retreat is carefully curated by LT & Co.’s founder Lizi, a pilates instructor who embodies the well-being of the Mediterranean lifestyle from her base in Spain. To assist in a full mind + body reset, farm-to-table nourishment is brought to life by a collection of plant based + vegetarian chefs using all locally sourced seasonal produce. The idea of an entire experiential journey is what you’ll step into with LT & Co.

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Wellness Retreats on my Radar

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T H E P R A C T I C E // D I G I T A L

One single in-person class was all it took to make me fall head over heels in love with THE PRACTICE + the energy of it’s founder Camilla. It was on our honeymoon that I found her teaching at the chicest pilates studio, Remedy, in Stockholm where she shares her incredible method; taking you on a journey that ignites from within + sparks a whole new perspective on the meaning of self-love. Camilla is bringing her wisdom to the world in her digital masterclass which takes place over a 5 week period where she will share a weekly cooking class + a weekly movement practice. Wait till you experience her energy.. I simply cannot wait for this one.

Learn more // T H E P R A C T I C E

C O R E S T A T E // I R E L A N D

Two full days in the magical presence of Audrey, founder of the global digital pilates brand CORESTATE, is a treat to dive right in to with all your being. I am blessed to call Audrey a dear friend IRL, however beyond knowing her, Audrey is an incredibly accomplished pilates teacher with a (fabulously firey) twist. Bringing her own blend of magic to each class + in every part of her practice beyond the mat Audrey is someone who ignites a genuine + deeply connected love of movement, the mind-body connection + the long-term benefits of taking care of + loving our bodies.

Learn more // I C E H O U S E H O T E L

A R T A H // D I G I T A L

With a deep appreciation of the foundational values + practices of ARTAH, as brought to life by Rhian Stephenson, I am here for just about everything Rhian says + teaches. Already a member of the wellness brand’s monthly membership where one is invited to delve deeper into a healthy, loving + nurturing relationship with food + movement, I can safely say that this is one to make a priority note of if you’re looking to recharge without the too taxing an investment. With the accessibility of doing it virtually, this recharge focused retreat will be wholesome, manageable + eye opening.

Putting it all into one simple quote, Rhian says of her practice “I want people to experience the LIFE CHANGING effects of nutrition, not by focusing on what NOT to eat, but by focusing on quality, flavour+the enjoyment of real food”

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A L L E Z // G R E E C E

A more recent find in my own world, I came across Marion Pearce of Allez during lockdown life + the need for something to change up my at home workouts was answered. Having a spin bike at the house I was delighted to invite Marion + her team into my days as her energy is electric! Along with her high-vibe cycle classes, Marion is a super beautiful yoga teacher - her House Party classes are fire + so will, I can only imagine, her yoga retreat be this May.

Learn more // A L L E Z

A R T A H // S P A I N

With a high emphasise on stress reduction, this is another curated health journey by ARTAH, this time in person (they also have others too) alongside barre teacher Ellya Sam + yoga instructor Olivia del Balzo. Over the 5 days, ARTHA one can enjoy hikes, therapeutic treatments + quiet time to switch off from the world. Alongside all of this soul nourishment, the food at ARTAH is focused on nutrient dense meals that heal + fuel + encourage the body’s natural processes at acellular level. This one is majorly on my vision board..

Learn more // A R T A H

M A I A W E L L C O // T H E C O T S W O L D S

Having dipped in + out of the beautiful world of Maia Wellco over the past few years myself, I can safely say that this escape will be, without a doubt, something for every part of you. Gentle in her delivery yet rooted in a strong physical practice + an obvious mastery of the practice of pilates, Maia Wellco’s founder, Zoe is an entire tonic for the mind, body + soul.

Learn more // M A I A W E L L C O