A Certified Interpretive Guide and wellness travel curator, Karina Polen-Davis believes healing begins when we reconnect with nature—and with our creative selves.

Her journey in the arts started in college, where she organized Knowledge Parties that brought spoken word artists and musicians together to share their voices. That passion led her to open Taina’s Art Gallery in Montgomery, Alabama, a space celebrating artist of the African diaspora through exhibits and poetry nights—where she first met Joi Miner, one of the featured performers.

Through Amour Getaways, Karina now merges her love of culture, nature, and community into immersive wellness experiences across Puerto Rico’s mountains, rivers, and sacred spaces. With a background in Food & Nutritional Sciences and certifications in Outdoor Recreation and Interpretation, she creates retreats that nourish the mind, body, and spirit—helping others reset, reconnect, and rise through the art of travel.

Welcome to your creative reset. After checking in and settling into your space, join us for an evening of connection and intention-setting.

You’ll meet Joi, Karina and your fellow attendees, share your “why,” and start building the kind of community that fuels inspiration.

This is a soft landing — no pressure, no perfection, just presence.

Highlights:

• Arrival and check-in

• Welcome reception

• Intention-setting ceremony

• Light dinner and networking

We start with grounding — yoga, stretching, or a silent morning walk — to help you settle into stillness before you write.

Morning sessions focus on reconnecting with your creative rhythm through prompts, journaling, and guided free writes.

Afternoon breakout groups allow you to choose your flow — early bird, midday muse, or night owl — so your process feels natural, not forced.

The day ends with a reflection circle to celebrate your breakthroughs and set new goals.

Highlights:

• Morning yoga or meditation

• Guided writing sessions

• Genre-specific writing sprints

• Evening reflection and group sharing

This is your deep-dive day. You’ll have large blocks of writing time to dive into your

projects, guided writing prompts to keep inspiration flowing, and the option to join one of six private coaching sessions with Joi for personalized feedback. The day closes with a storytelling circle — a sacred space to read, listen, and witness each other’s work in a judgment-free

environment.

Highlights:

- Focused writing time

- Creative coaching opportunities

- 1:1 sessions available (limited slots)

- Evening storytelling by candlelight or fire

Now that the words are flowing, it’s time to refine your message and expand your reach.

Morning sessions explore editing techniques, publishing options (traditional vs. self-

publishing), and strategies for building your author platform.

Afternoon quiet hours allow you to apply what you’ve learned, edit in peace, or take a restorative break before the closing circle.

We end with a manifestation meditation to anchor what you’ve gained and prepare you for what comes next.

Highlights

• Group editing session

• Publishing Q & A

• Branding and author identity workshop

• Closing reflection and meditation

Day 5 is a travel day — no scheduled sessions or activities.

Use this time to rest, reflect, and ease back into your daily rhythm. Carry the calm,

confidence, and creative energy you’ve cultivated here with you as you return home.

Highlights:

• Breakfast available before departure

• Checkout and travel assistance (if needed)