I had a fabulous time on this retreat. The location was spectacular, the food was outstanding and the structure of the week was well thought out and very intentional. Every detail was well prepared, from the daily focus, to the activities, including the yoga sessions and music. It was exactly what our group needed, each day. It was a wonderful, intimate crowd that allowed for lots of laughs and great conversation. Candace and Lisa did an exceptional job preparing for the week and the effort was noticed every step of the way. Would absolutely follow these ladies on another adventure!

My trip to the southwest of France to participate in the "La Pause" Retreat hosted by Candace and Lisa at Domain de Mournac easily exceeded my expectations. The location at the Domain, a beautifully renovated 14th century coach house, provided participants with a private, casual, and quiet environment to come together, as well as giving us ample use of the properties amenities. Picture lush forests, birds singing, fresh fruit and nuts ripening on trees, all with an absolutely gorgeous view of the valley and village below. This setting made it easy to relax into the week, and to engage in the yoga and the daily journaling exercises. It was the perfect place to reflect, relax and reset both mentally and physically. Along with the twice daily yoga sessions, which were varied (i.e., vinyasa, slow flow, yin, restorative) and always excellent, Candace and Lisa were thoughtful in choosing interesting and active excursions for the group to participate in. Each of the four excursions (Esperaza market, hike up Mont Sec, visit to Rennes le Chateau, and the tour & tasting at Dolmas Winery) gave us a glimpse of the beautiful region and landscape we found ourselves in, provided opportunities to engage with the locals, and helped to deepen my understanding of the long history in this part of the world. The Domain's owner, Wendy, who has extensive knowledge of the area, added much colour and context to the historical narrative. I MUST comment on the food. Mahrie, our cook, made us the most amazing meals all week long. They were creative, healthy, delicious and satisfying. In short, the meals were fantastic each and every day and I am really missing having Mahrie around! While some memories of this trip may fade with time, I think I'll always remember how good the food was and how quiet some of our meals were (other than the "mmmmm" sounds). Overall, this trip was well worth the effort in crossing the Atlantic and, if possible, I would do it again in the future. Great job putting this experience all together for your participants, Candace and Lisa! Mercie beaucoup!

A beautiful week in the south of France. The setting was lovely, the food was exceptional, and the combination of daily yoga, excursions, and thoughtful group discussions made for a really memorable experience. There was a wonderful balance of relaxation, activity, and opportunities to connect with others. The company was fantastic, with great conversations. A genuinely special week that I’m very glad I experienced.

I had a great time! The people, the place and the food were all incredible. At Copal Retreat with Candace, you feel like family. I would highly recommend this trip!

Copal is a special place, it will always be in my heart. I experienced deep healing on this retreat, I will be forever grateful to Candace, Marco, Memo, Janet, Alfredo, and the entire team at Copal. They have created a beautiful home-away-from-home, we were all treated like family. I haven't laughed so hard in ages, I felt as though I spent the week with friends I had known for years. The meals the kitchen team prepared for us every day were beautiful and nourishing, the rooms were serene, the views were incredible. I truly felt cared for. Marco and Memo were fantastic hosts, we all connected so quickly, and we shared many laughs, stories, adventures, and even a few tears. Marco manages Copal with grace, and every guest had everything they needed. Memo planned out excursions that were exciting and he shared his beautiful culture with us through food, drink, and stories. They have an incredible team. Candace has a calming presence, and her yoga teaching style is great for every level, from beginners to advanced yogis. She is very skilled in sequencing, our practices were balanced, my body feels so strong after our week together. She has compassion and empathy for all of her students, and the self-inquiry that she includes, the questions she posed to us, the journaling prompts, the quotes and teachings, all enhanced my experience and really connected my mind, body, and heart. She is my personal favourite yoga teacher I have ever practiced with, I would book another retreat with her in a heartbeat, and I am grateful she brought us all to Copal. I will be back!