Who else is a huge fan of retreats??? I love attending them, planning them and recommending them to my clients. If you can find a way to get yourself completely out of your grind, ideally offline and forced to slow down and just be for a few days – the impact is huge!!
Top Sober Retreat #1 – Wander Home
In January I went to a yoga retreat hosted by Wander Home – and it was so therapeutic. Especially as a mom to give myself that time to fill up my own cup. I had the owner of the retreat company Jackie Szabo on my podcast last month, where we discussed in depth The Power of Retreats to Rediscover Yourself, Connect with Your Purpose, Feel in Community and Hit the Pause Button to Completely Reset Your System. Jackie brought up some really great points and had a lot of great stories to tell. I loved her concept of the capacity calendar – asking yourself not if you are available but do you have the capacity while staying aligned with your wellness.
Check out their beautiful website for upcoming retreats, they do them all over the world: www.wanderhomenow.com
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Top Sober Retreat #2: SOBERTOPIA BEACH RETREATS
Super fun, super local if you are US based, grab your girlfriends and go: SOBERTOPIA BEACH RETREATS in Malaga, Spain. What are my retreats all about? Think: Trips full of sun, yoga, hikes, amazing food, fun activities, relaxation & connection… without the booze! My sober retreats are aimed at sober (curious) women like you and me that like (or need!) a break from day-to-day life, while wanting the possibility to connect with each other. Since sobriety, either by (lifestyle) choice or necessity, is still frowned upon in today’s society, it can feel a bit lonely sometimes to be sober. You might often be the ´odd one´ out on social occasions (as we all know most social activities are drenched in booze, from weddings & Xmas´s to dinner parties & even kids birthday parties…). On my retreats you are the normie!
Top Sober Retreat #3 – Bee Wild South Weekend May 2024
Low-key unpretentious annual gathering if you are in the UK: Come and join in the fun with an action-packed, alcohol-free weekend with the Bee Sober team. Meet up with like-minded individuals and express your inner creativity. Our Bee Wild events are held annually and in 2024 our Southern event will be held on 17-19 May 2024 at Team Dynamics in Tunbridge Wells, UK. We’ve got you covered with a bit of TLC and outdoor fun. The weekend will kick off early Friday evening, finishing lunchtime Sunday at Team Dynamics in Tunbridge Wells.
Get more information here: www.beesoberofficial.com/whats-on/bee-wild-south-weekend-may-2024/
Top Sober Retreat #4 – Vikarah Wellness
Yelapa is a hidden gem in Mexico, the perfect place to feel like you are in a different world, but only a hop, skip and a jump from any city on the West Coast. Plus, it sounds like it supports you in doing some inner work which will add to your transformation.
RECOVERY WELLNESS RETREAT: YELAPA, MEXICO
MEN, WOMEN & NON-BINARY,
A SOBER RETREAT FOR PERSONAL TRANSFORMATION
You are here, and for a reason. That you have some kind of interest in learning and living a more centered lifestyle through holistic wellness, (a type of modality that empowers you to be your own healer).
“What does that even mean, to be more centered? Self-centered? No, not exactly, but parts of that could be of great benefit. To be centered onto oneself and their well-being, is a deep & devoted love of your presence, letting yourself “take up space”, knowing that you have every right to be here, stepping into your power to be that bold and beautiful you.”
Get more information here: www.vikarawellness.com/recovery-wellness-retreat-yelapa-puerto-vallarta-mexico
Top Sober Retreat #5 – Checkout the offerings from my friend Karolina of Euphoric AF!
Costa Rica, April 4-9, 2024
Join me and a sisterhood of alcohol-free women in a luxurious, adventure-packed, mindful, 5 night personal growth retreat in Costa Rica. Become empowered in your alcohol-free lifestyle and discover what your deeper sense of purpose and next step is. Make life-changing breakthroughs to play big and go after your biggest dreams.”
Euphoric — Retreats
Checkout my friend Dr. Alice Kerby’s offerings this year! She specializes in Somatic Experiencing Trauma Therapy and Resiliency Coaching. She holds a Clinical Doctorate in Physical Therapy and is an expert in movement and working with the nervous system and body to unwind past patterns of trauma and chronic stress. Dr Alice helps her clients and students to gently touch into past trauma patterns that are stored in the body. This leads to restored resiliency in the nervous system, offering a greater ability to make choices from a place of one’s essential self. As a sober woman, she is passionate about bringing these tools to women in recovery to facilitate an engaged life that is hallmarked by ease. She is a teacher, clinician, freelance writer, lover of nature, and adventurer living in San Diego, California.
She is an avid outdoors woman and adventurer, and is the creator and founder of The Sober Girls Hiking and Adventure Club. Her work and presentations have been featured at The YogaVille Ashram, The Huffington Post, She Recovers, the annual Women for Sobriety Conference, The Amazon Corporation and The Holistic Immunity Summit.
NEW: JULY: Calm, Resilient & Wild: Stop the Cycle of Stress & Gain Mastery of Your Mental Health
And OCTOBER: Calm, Resilient and Wild: Unlock the Secrets of your Nervous System with Dr Alice Kerby
Top Sober Retreat #6 – GI Jane Bootcamp
If you want something a little more in-your-face and less Zen: This female only bootcamp in Kent offers 3, 4, 7 or 14 days of intensive physical training supported by a professionally trained team to help you get fit, lose weight and gain mental strength. The small and close-knit groups mean everyone receives equal attention and varied workouts keep you on your toes. With a nutritionally balanced diet provided for you will help push yourself to realize new physical and mental boundaries, kick-starting a healthy way of living through greater self-discipline.
Get more information here: www.healthandfitnesstravel.com/europe/united-kingdom/gi-jane-bootcamp
Top Sober Retreat #7 – SHA Wellness
If you want something a bit more luxurious: Ice cool and minimalist, SHA Wellness Clinic may be as sexy and stylish as any resort on the Med, but don’t let that fool you – this is a serious medical clinic offering a plethora of programmes and medical diagnostics. You can do it all here, from a sleep-recovery programme to weight-loss and detox. There’s a programme to stop smoking, lots of treatments to combat stress, and an assembly of experts on hand; dozens of doctors, naturopaths, nutritionists, yoga teachers, extremely talented acupuncturists and inspiring chefs.
SHA Wellness Clinic also excels at fitness and has a host of complimentary classes for you to try, as well as wonderful walks and hikes and a state-of-the-art gym with the very best trainers.
A stay at SHA Wellness Clinic will leave you rested and restored, with a whole new set of healthy habits to help you continue your wellness journey at home.
Get more information here: www.healingholidays.com/accommodation/spain/sha-wellness-clinic
Top Sober Retreat #8 – Eleven Life
A great option for couples or those who love a great adventure: Eleven Life is Eleven®’s unmistakably unique wellness program that is rooted in place-based wellness experiences. By connecting with the distinct natural environments at each of our global properties, guests engage with a deepened sense of wellbeing and wholeness that catalyzes the true meaning of their experiences.”
I’m putting their Iceland Retreat on my bucket list!
Get more information here: elevenexperience.com/eleven-life
Top Sober Retreat #9 -Italian Vibes on your own schedule @ Reschio
If your vibe is more just to get away and not be on someone else’s schedule, even if it is wellness-oriented consider this spectacular spot in Italy, I mean just transport yourself for a moment through their website!
Get more information here: www.reschio.com/hotel
Top Sober Retreat #10 – Stone Cold Sober Events
This company looks super cool, talk about a vibe: I know I’m going to put myself on the list for Stone Cold Sober Events! “These retreats are not for everyone, they are disciplined, aligned and committed to providing a framework for positive growth.”
Check it out: www.stonecoldsoberevents.com/retreats
Last but not least, Top Sober Retreat #11 – Come Trip with The Sober Curator in 2025!
Unveiling an exceptional voyage tailored to embrace the beauty of Alaska, Hooked on Travel proudly presents the “Alaska Boozeless Cruise” from July 8th to July 15th, 2025. Departing right after the international world convention for AA in Vancouver, this unique cruise promises an unforgettable experience filled with camaraderie, adventure, and a touch of golden jubilation.
Hooked on Travel understands that sobriety isn’t just a journey; it’s a lifestyle. While they cater to a diverse clientele, it’s important to acknowledge and celebrate those in recovery. As Vancouver prepares to host the first international world convention for AA in a decade, which is expected to unite over 70,000+ individuals seeking support and inspiration from the 12-step community, Hooked on Travel is honored to provide the perfect sober after-party aboard this Alaska Boozeless Cruise.
One of the highlights of this remarkable journey is the presence of our special guest speaker, Alysse Bryson, the esteemed Founder of The Sober Curator. As Alysse embarks on this cruise, she also celebrates a significant milestone – her 50th birthday! Rumor has it that a Golden Girls themed birthday extravaganza is in the works, promising an abundance of laughter, joy, and unforgettable memories. For those eager to partake in the revelry, this cruise serves as an ideal opportunity to indulge in classic Caftans, wigs, and clip-on earrings in your Golden Girl best. Alysse’s infectious energy and renowned title as the Director of Fun guarantee an extraordinary celebration for all on board.
There really isn’t anything more healing these days than finding a way to shelter yourself from the need to DO all day and just BE.
OTHERS OF NOTE:
From Sober Curator: Carrie’s Sober Story
Spring Hiking Retreat in Colorado, May 30 – June 2, 2024, General 1 — Brave Recovery
Glacier Hiking Retreat, September 13-16, 2024, General 1 — Brave Recovery
Italy
The Sicily Writing Retreat — Trust and Travel
Ireland
Sati Yoga Retreats – Macalla Farm
Silence, Men’s Retreat 16th – 18th August – Creacon Wellness Retreat
Costa Rica
Mexico
England
The Happy Pear – Revitalising Plant Powered Retreat
Events & Workshops | West Cork Weekend — Wild Atlantic Glamping
USA
September: Joshua Tree
Anytime: Pyramid Life Center
2025: Wellbeing, Creative Writing & Yoga Retreat March 2025
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If you or someone you know is experiencing difficulties surrounding alcoholism, addiction, or mental illness, please reach out and ask for help. People everywhere can and want to help; you just have to know where to look. And continue to look until you find what works for you. Click here for a list of regional and national resources.
