OVERVIEW

GIVE BACK RETREAT

This retreat is part of our GIVE BACK initiative, where EPM will donate at least 10% of profits to a humanitarian partner in the community where each retreat is held. Our partner in Croatia is the CROATIAN SCHOLARSHIP FUND with the purpose of providing university scholarships for Croatian students who could not otherwise afford a higher education.

ACCOMMODATION

This yoga retreat will take place at a beautiful hotel in Lapad Peninsula just outside of the old town Dubrovnik. The exclusive five star Hotel More is an elegant boutique hotel, located on the water's edge in the picturesque area of Lapad. The Cave Bar, the hotel's hidden gem, offers a unique place to enjoy a cocktail, either within the cave itself or on the seafront, where you can take in the stunning views. The location is also superb - enjoy the lovely bathing spots and eateries within the surrounding area, without forgetting to venture a little further to Croatia's star attraction, Dubrovnik Old Town. (—jet2holidays)

Scenery-wise, Hotel More couldn’t be more dramatic. It clings to a cliff edge that affords its pool, restaurant and bars panoramic views over Lapad Bay. It’s the classic Croatian setting that takes a starring role at Hotel More. This place weighs anchor on the peaceful Lapad Peninsula, where perfumed pine forests and ragged cliffs vie for attention. (—tui)

There will be time to relax in the pool which looks out over the sea, and our yoga space is nestled perfectly in the hillside for nature-filled scenery while we start out day with breath and movement.

CUISINE

Healthful, vegetarian food is part of the retreat experience, including breakfasts and dinners daily, as well as selected lunches. Enjoy cuisine which combines creativity and flavors with special attention to creating balanced meals. Wholesome ingredients, freshness of the foods, traditional cooking methods and local ingredients are present in every meal you will enjoy. Meals will be enjoyed at the hotel or in carefully chosen restaurants around the area. We'll feast on traditional flavors of Croatia mixed with Mediterranean styles as well. Plus, throughout the week we'll have a chance to sample many regional wines and other tastes such as cheeses and various other specialties.

We will enjoy daily breakfast, various visits to gourmet restaurants, a cocktail aperitivo at a beautiful bar overlooking the city, plus a wonderful winery visit for a tour and tasting.

ACTIVITES

Guests will not only enjoy the hotel and encompassing estate, but also the beauty of the bay, ocean, and nearby towns, including Old Dubrovnik.

Day trips will allow guests to add arts, culture, adventure, and natural beauty to their retreat experience. Trips include visits to towns and small villages in the region, as well as outdoor activities. We kick off the week in Dubrovnik’s old town as we enjoy lunch and a walking tour with free time to explore further, shop, or grab a drink at one of the city’s “secret” bars on the rocks, just outside the seawalls. A gorgeous spa day is included where guests can swim, lounge at the spa facilities and enjoy a spa treatment. We will enjoy a private boat to a gorgeous beach club to lounge for the afternoon and swim in the clear waters before we boat to another stop at an island for a nature hike and dinner by the sea. One day out we’ll explore the nearby Peljesac Peninsula which is rich in agriculture and vineyards. Here we’ll make several stops - one at a modern winery where we’ll have a tour and tasting, then a seaside village stop to indulge in an afternoon ice-cream, before visiting an old fortified city. Visit smaller villages that few tourists see, and get a true education and taste of Croatia with various tastings of regional wines and cheeses.

WELLNESS

Daily meditation and yoga classes will be offered in a way to relax, stimulate, and help guests grow in their own personal practice. Classes are open to all levels, beginner to practiced, and can range from gentle, restorative, or vinyasa flow.* Style and class levels will be determined and moulded to fit participating students' needs, and with a small intimate retreat class size, students will be able to get personalized attention and comfortability to deeply explore their practice. Depending on each retreat location, classes will be held in a dedicated indoor yoga space and some also offer outdoor options as well for us to use if the weather is agreeable. This retreat will also feature a few various walks to expand our wellness theme through the week - from guided walking tours, to a peaceful walk through a nature reserve, and even a garden meditation walk.

ALEXA DERIGGS
This retreat will be led by our EPM guide, Alexa DeRiggs. Dedicated to taking her practice on and off the mat, Alexa is a student and teacher of Yin, Power, Hatha, and Vinyasa yoga. Drawing from her own practice of mindfulness and embracing the everyday imperfections of life, Alexa radiates within the space of gentle strength, self-inquiry, and radical self-love. A next-generation teacher Alexa blends Classic yogic principles originating in India and real-world experiences with breath, vibration, movement, and reflection – creating an accessible practice that is intuitive, challenging, grounded, and unforgettably wild. She acknowledges that yoga has been extremely commodified in the West and aims to uphold the initial intentions and sacredness of this spiritual South Asian practice.

Alexa is currently working as crew on a charter yacht sailing through the Caribbean from Grenada to the BVI & USVI region. To join her on the Caribbean Sea and enjoy wholesome food and yoga, get in touch. Alexa holds a BA in sociology and women’s studies from Colgate University, holds a second-degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do, and is a certified scuba diving instructor.

* Participation in classes and activities is optional throughout the retreat. All levels welcome!

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DETAILS / PRICING

• 6 days / 5 nights (Jun 2-7, 2024)

• Inclusive Retreat Price = $3,495 (shared room*), +$820 (single room supplement)

• Deposit to hold space = $950

• Max # Guests = 12

* Many of our guests come alone and we match up based on guest profile
** Final balance due 60 days before retreat start date.
Read full cancellation policy in our Terms & Conditions.

INCLUDED *:

• Deluxe accommodation (spacious bedrooms, private bathrooms, linens)

• All rooms are with Private Balcony

• Daily Breakfast

• Daily Dinner (at hotel and restaurants)

• Lunch on selected days

• Use of estate premises and garden

• Daily meditation and yoga classes

• Transportation to/from day trips

• Welcome cocktail

• Guided tour of Dubrovnik Old Town

• Private Boat trip around islands and beaches

• Entrance to island nature reserve with hike and dinner

• Afternoon at private beach club with lounge/umbrella set up

• Spa day with treatment

• Visit to Peljesac Peninsula with vineyards

• Wine + Cheese Tasting

• Visit to fortified historic town with meal

• Visit to bar with view of Dubrovnik with cocktails

• Day trips + entrance fees

• Taxes

* airfare not included
** all meals are vegetarian. special dietary restrictions can be accommodated
***activities may change based on weather or unforeseen circumstances

LOCATION / TRAVEL:

• Location: Dubrovnik, Croatia

• Nearest airport: Dubrovnik (Cilipi) Airport, DBV

• Transfers between the hotel and Dubrovnik airport on included on first and last day of retreat based on guests’ flight times.

SUGGESTED PACKING:

Besides the basic packing and travel needs, here are a few things to think about bringing with you.

• Bathing suit (bay activities, beach, spa)

• Comfortable shoes

• Yoga clothes *YOGA MATS PROVIDED*

• Personal yoga props

• Plug adaptors / converters

• Insect repellant

• Sunscreen

• Casual clothing, layer for various weather

• Journal