Wellness Retreats at the Balenbouche Estate
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| Island:
St.
Lucia |
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Dates:
September 20-27, 2008 |
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| Accommodations:
Balenbouche
Estate |
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| Overview: |
| This retreat offers a balanced and wholesome experience centered around personal well being and physical wellness. The owners of Balenbouche, Uta Lawaetz and her two daughters, are eager to share with you their home and the many inspirational and invigorating aspects of living and working on the estate. You will have the opportunity to visit some of the island's many attractions, enjoy daily yoga, healthy exercise and natural body treatments, as well as participate in various workshops tailored to your specific interests. |
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Itinerary:
7:00am Coffee/tea and fruit
7:30-8:30am Yoga
8:45-9:15am Light Breakfast
9:15-10:15am Morning Walk and/or Swim
10:30-11:30am Brunch
11:30am-4:30pm Afternoon Activities
5:00-6:00pm Yoga
6:30-7:30pm Dinner
7:30-9:00pm Evening Activities |
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| Yoga: |
| Patricia Perkins, Tropical Escapes founder and director, began practicing yoga 15 years ago. With a background in Kundalini, Bikram, Ashtanga, Vinyasa and Iyengar, classes will be tailored to fit the group's needs and desires. Morning classes will be typically begin with Surya Namaskar (Sun Salutations) - a series of 12 postures performed in a single, graceful flow. Sun Salutations build strength and increase flexibility while generating heat in the body and preparing us for deeping stretching and strengthening. Evening classes will typically be more meditative and restorative. |
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| Activities: |
| The
natural beauty, architecture, artifacts and artwork at Balenbouche
provide a truly inspirational environment. Take advantage of this
retreat week to spend time with yourself. Bring a paintbrush, journal
or sketch pad and find yourself - surrounded by ancient trees, exotic
gardens, fascinating ruins and secluded beaches. |
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| Scheduled afternoon activities will include sightseeing trips, hiking, bird watching, snorkeling, a massages, a body treatment, workshops on natural jewelry making, tropical flower arrangements, landscaping, food and nutrition and organic farming.
Optional evening activities such as inspirational films, readings and discussions provide further food for thought in a fun and relaxed social setting.
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| The proposed activities will be finalized after you provide us with your personal interests and suggestions. |
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| Price:
$1125/person
shared occ., $1475/person single occ. |
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| Includes
airport transfers
from the international airport (code UVF*) on the retreat start and
end dates, 7 nights’ accommodations,
meals, and the activities listed above. |
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*Note:
There are two airports on the island. Transfers from the smaller airport in the north, code SLU, are not included. You can expect to pay about $90 for the 1 ½ hour taxi ride to Balenbouche.
Alcoholic beverages, discretionary tips and an island departure
tax of about $25 not included |
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Rooms
may be available for those interested in early arrival or late departure. Call Trish at 212.731.2478 for details.
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| Registration
Instructions: |
| Please click the buttons below to submit a registration form and $500 deposit to reserve your place. Full payment is due 45 days prior to departure. |
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| Visit
our Travel
Tips page to see our packing list, other recommendations
about preparing for your trip and answers to frequently asked questions. |
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