Conscious Cooking: What You Eat on a Retreat (and Why It Matters)
Fresh, simple, made with care. What retreat food in Mexico is like and why traditional Mexican cuisine is perfect for it.
Huitzilin: The Hummingbird in Mexican Tradition and the Meaning of Community
Huitzilin is Nahuatl for hummingbird, a bird full of meaning in ancient Mexico. Here is why, and how living traditions gather people today.
Temazcal in Cancún: How to Choose a Real Ceremony (Not a Tourist Show)
Hotel spa, theme park or jungle ceremony? How to choose a temazcal in Cancún that is safe and meaningful.
Drum Meditation: How the Ceremonial Drum Helps You Go Inward
A steady drumbeat, eyes closed, breath slowing down. What drum meditation is and why so many traditions use it.
Voice and Body: Singing, Expression and Conscious Movement on Retreat
Singing in a circle, dancing with your eyes closed. Why voice and movement are part of many retreats, and how to enjoy them if you feel shy.
Awakened Woman: Feminine Wisdom, Sisterhood and Women’s Circles
Sisterhood, circles and the courage to take up space. What “awakened woman” retreats are really about, and how to choose one.
Nature Connection: Why Time Outdoors Is the Heart of a Good Retreat
A large study found that people who spent at least two hours a week in nature reported better health. Here is how retreats use that.
Holistic Wellness Retreats in Mexico: Body, Mind and Spirit
Holistic means looking at the whole person. Here is what that looks like in a real retreat, and how to tell marketing from substance.
Jungle Retreats in Mexico: What They Are Like and Where to Find One
Birdsong at dawn, cenotes at noon, stars at night. What a jungle retreat in Mexico feels like, and where to find a good one.
Private Retreats and Individual Sessions in Mexico: Is One-on-One Right for You?
Not ready for a group, or want undivided attention? What private retreats and individual sessions look like in Mexico.