"Travel is not reward for working, it's education for living" -Anthony B.
Hello-
If you are reading this, that is your sign. YOU ARE READY TO ADD MORE JOY to your life!
Joy is within you this you know, and it is also all over the world. Most people only dream of travel, but we are here helping to make dreams come true! We make it as easy and effortless as possible so that you can enjoy your surroundings and spend time getting to know your JOY!
Let's face it sometimes it gets tucked away pretty deep.
Let us guide you somewhere you've never been before physically, mentally & spiritually.
Now is your opportunity to bring more JOY into your life with new memories, new friends and new places. You are fully supported and guided from the beginning to the end. (always) Once you reserve your spot you will be included on our monthly zoom call to stay up to date and have all your questions answered plus some really good knowledge so you can appreciate the sites you will see EXPONENTIALLY!
This retreat has been co-created with love by a dynamic TRIO. We came together in friendship & in service to others. We each carry a set of strengths that bring out the best in us, for you!
All 3 of us are female entrepreneurs, who love people & provide healing services for others full time.
In a nutshell:
Anna is a world traveler, photographer & yoga teacher. Along with her many other talents you will soon learn. She is a self-proclaimed vagabond and lives months away from her home & businesses to travel solo, living with the locals and absorbing their culture. She is currently still in Thailand and has been there since our earlier retreat this past February. She has recently completed her 300 hour RYT, ready to melt your heart in meditation.
Angela has also traveled around the earth a couple times both for leisure and as a leader. Her travels started in 1993 when we traveled the summer abroad and she has made it her mission to ensure others get out there and see the world too. She owns 4 yoga studios (Elev8 Hot Yoga & Balance Hot Yoga (3)) and has been teaching and leading retreats since 2009. Her passion is pushing people into their passions, and helping them know their worth.
Jen is a Psychic Medium and Medical Intuitive. Her passion is connecting with the spirit world and has no limitations through love and light. She specializes in Quantum Healing and large group events, teaching and public speaking. Her company GLOW spiritual healing has over 220+ FIVE STAR Google reviews and has served well over 3k clients around the globe. She and Angela have done 3 retreats together so far and are looking forward to many more.
Community building and connection will be a significant part of this retreat. We will grow to know each other, ourselves and the locals.
Anna has spent many months in Thailand and will be utilizing these friendships to bring us authentic experiences. We are excited to reunite with many of her MAGICAL friends and guides.
This is not your average yoga retreat.
We will arrive and gather for our first meet on the island of Koh Phangan, in a lovely, tropical villa. This will give you the opportunity to rest and freshen up from your worldly travels into this far away land.
While in the Thailand, we will be immersed into the culture and ourselves through food & experiences, daily yoga practice, meditation, cocoa ceremony, beach days, & plenty of introspective time.
After our magical week on the island, we will travel together to Koh Samoi & Bangkok. In Bangkok we will finish the adventure with a few of the most interesting and famous places in Bangkok: Khaoson Road, Reclining Buddha and the Floating Market.
It’s going to be a one-of-a kind experience <3
Payments plans are optional & deposits are non-refundable. You won’t want to miss this anyway!
WE RECOMMEND BOOKING ONE WAY TICKETS.
(There is no discount for buying them all together & with experience we have learned it is better pricing. You will also have more control over your arrival/departure times)
You will need 4 airline tickets:
-Your city of departure to Bangkok (BKK)
-Bangkok (BKK) to Ko Samui (USM)
ARRIVE USM on 9/24/23 - earlier the better
-Ko Samui (USM) to Bangkok (BKK)
-Bangkok (BKK) to Your final destination
We will have our first ZOOM meeting to answer questions and assist with bookings.
In our experience, depending on when you book it should be around $1200-$1400 RT
Your transportation will be included from island to island and to any organized excursions.
Private island villa with pools, yoga shala and lodging on the famous Koh San Road.
Personal Reading with Jen-receive guidance & illuminate your path w/ messages from the spirit world. Uncover more about your current life journey and how to navigate through what's coming next!
Yoga Flows, Knowledge & Lifestyle
Find stillness and receive the gifts of meditation. (No experience necessary)
It would be a shame not to celebrate in our private pools. Let us take care of the music & refreshments for the afternoon while you sit back, relax and inJOY!
Explore the jungles on the island and discover the magical oasis that surrounds us!
Open your heart through the ceremonial celebration of Cacoa, "The food of the Gods." Traditionally used by the Mayans & Aztecs.
Thursday evening has an optional art market.
We will meet & help a local elephant rescue. Bring clothes that can get muddy.
Feel the rhythm of the night, while dressed in white. Feel free & express yourself.
Wat Pho is considered one of the oldest, largest and most important temples in Bangkok. It houses the 50 ft. tall by 150 ft. long reclining Buddha.
You will have ample time to explore on your own or with your new friends. We will assist you with transportations & recommendations feeling safe and supported as much or as little as you'd like.
Some unique snacks & refreshments will be provided from time to time to entice your pallet.
From US to/from Bangkok (BKK)
To/From Koh Samui to Bangkok*
Thailand is extremely affordable and full of options. It would be easy to make this all inclusive, but we want you to have the freedom to eat what you like, as often as you like, and when you like.
Today we meet in Koh Phangan, Thailand.
You finally made it, let your custom adventures begin!
Remember, you just traveled by plane, boat & automobile thru exotic & bustling cities, and sparkling waters THAT IS YOUR YOGA FOR THE DAY.
“Go with the flow.” Your senses will be alert and alive.
You may get to practice patience, gratitude & non-attachment.
Villa Check-in at 4:00pm.
Relax and unwind. Let's break bread together (or eat rice.)
You will have an option to order take out.
(We will share a menu during one of our pre-view online parties)
We designed it this way so we can stay in, enjoy our new outdoor dining space and get to know our new friends.
Please bring a special item to place on our Altar.
This can be anything that has meaning to you.
(Photos, trinket, crystal, item of sentimental value)
NOW let the worry and stress go. You are fully supported and provided for.
(Photo: One of your villa pools & outdoor kitchens)
Today we share our first full day together! ROOT CHAKRA - MULADAHARA
We will share our “morning ritual” which consists of meditation, yoga practice, journaling and other forms of self-love.
This day will be open to exploring and grounding our bare feet into the soil & the sands, swim in the sea and let the wind in our hair.
Explore the town or indulge in a massage.
In the evening we gather for our first sunset at Hin Kong Beach.
End our evening with Jen doing our first set of readings. *
*Readings are in an open setting and always shared in a positive light. The beauty of this group dynamic is that while you are getting confirmation and clarity, your peers get to share in YOUR magic. This opens up our hearts for one another and solidifies bonds.
(Photo: taken in Feb, Angela)
Day 2 SACRAL CHAKRA Svadisthana
-Morning Ritual
-Sacral Exercise
-Beach Exploration
-Shopping
-Pool Party- Water element
-Readings
(photo: fresh food daily, Angela 2023)
SOLAR PLEXUS CHAKRA MANIPURA
-Morning Ritual
-AcroYoga/Aerial Yoga
-Chill & Explore Time
-Readings/Reflection
-Optional Art
-Massage? (every day is a good day for massage in Thailand)
(PHOTO- Thailand 2023 @annaleona )
HEART CHAKRA ANAHATA-
Morning ritual
Optional EleFUN!
After sundown we will inJOY a Cacao ceremony, led by a local healer.
A traditional ceremonial-grade cacao that not only lightens and warms the heart but tastes good too.
(Photo: Thailand Feb 2023 for excitement ELEPHANTS AHHH!)
Visudda
Waking up to familiar sounds of paradise as we begin to enjoy the ebb & tide of our incredible journey.
-Yoga
-Meditation
-Nature
-Chill.Time
-Silent Breakfast
(photo of actual beach)
You will experience the truest essence of Balance when we are required to leave our private villa and charge up the excitement in Bangkok.
We will start by packing up and grabbing a bite to go.
inJOY the journey by water ferry from Koh Phangan to Koh Samuai.
There we will see site see, shop & see the first of MANY giant temples & monuments.
We can't stay long because we have places to be and food to eat.
Lastly, we will take a quick flight to Bangkok and stay near the famous Khao San Road. Here the sounds and sights will have you in awe.
Soak it up. This is all about you!
Photo: by Angela, Thailand 2023
3rd EYE CHAKRA AJNA
You are in for a treat. Unless you have been here before, you have never shopped like this before! Thailand's floating market and train station market. Let's make sure your bags are full and you get everything your heart desires.
Explore more. Get a massage. Get a Tatoo. Eat some alligator! There are so many options to choose from.
(PHOTO from Angela Thailand 2023 )
CROWN CHAKRA SAHASRARA
Today is our last full day in Thailand, and we aren’t going without an appropriate bang, POW and WHOA! Closing our wonderful adventure with a visit to the reclining Buddha and monastery.
We will use today to revisit what we have experienced and how we have grown.
We will share our last meal together and reminisce about the good ole days. Sharing favorite moments from your adventures and your goals upon returning home.
(PHOTO: Angela of Reclining Buddha 2023 Thailand)
Parting is such sweet, sweet sorrow. But we practice gratitude and non-attachment and know that we will soon meet again in another part of the world or even in our yoga class.
Hotel check-out is 11:00am.
You are open to stay in Bangkok and explore on your own or make way to the airport for your departure flight.
The hotel offers shuttle service.
