Beautiful surroundings, creative inspiration, delicious meals, and soooo many flowers. We met in the high desert and made memories (and floral arrangements). This one will stay with me. Was I out of my day-to-day comfort zone? Yep, and that was a good place to be.

The June 2026 floral retreat was a fabulous experience in a stunning location. The agenda had just the right amount of flexibility to accommodate weather conditions (hot!), varying levels of group energy and enthusiasm, and personal interest. Then of course there were the flowers!! Just gorgeous, and so much fun to handle and arrange, especially making the mandala. It was as rewarding to make individual bouquets as it was to create the group installations, and it was fascinating to watch the group projects evolve organically. The delicious food was a great reward whether after a trail ride or a busy session with the flowers (thanks Bianca!), and the conversations with other participants during meals or while stargazing were a trip highlight. I'm so glad my niece asked me to join her on this adventure. It was a great way to detach from the normal routine and have fun with flowers and other creative people.

I have done a handful of retreats with Elizabeth, and I just keep coming back. They’ve always been magical and relaxing, and each one is different and more thoughtful than the last. Elizabeth is such a giving and creative person, and she creates spaces that allow for creativity to flow, rest to happen, and relationships to be made. This trip at ghost ranch was so lovely, I loved getting to play with flowers in many ways, but also get to ride horses and just be in the beautiful landscape. Highly recommended.

I've had the privilege of attending Elizabeth's retreats more than once now, and somehow each one is even more meaningful than the last. The combination of exploring florals, creating alongside incredible and welcoming people, and spending time immersed in the breathtaking landscapes of Ghost Ranch is unlike anything else. There is a beautiful balance between learning new floral techniques, having space to explore and reflect, and simply slowing down enough to appreciate the magic of the place. Bianca's cooking deserves its own standing ovation. Every meal feels like it was made with love, and gathering around the table became one of my favorite parts of each day. The conversations, laughter, and friendships that naturally develop throughout the week are just as memorable as the floral creations themselves. Elizabeth has a gift for creating experiences that are thoughtfully organized, deeply inspiring, and genuinely restorative. I always leave feeling more creative, more grounded, and grateful for the wonderful people I've met along the way. I always look forward to reuniting with Elizabeth, Bianca, and my fellow 'repeaters' to exchange stories, share our creative outlets, and become part of amazing stories that will be remembered for years to come. Upside-down Orion! Moon TV! I think that's a toe! LOL.

This was a Magickal experience. To have a dream come true moment where I actually got to stay at Ghost Ranch and combine it with flowers was amazing! Elizabeth and Preeti created an open and inclusive environment where everyone was free to be them selves. Friendships were made, adventures had, and the sky never disappointed! The perfect balance of learning flowers and having relaxation time. Chef Bianca's food was the bomb! I hope to return to one of their retreats again soon~~~