BALI | RETREAT
UBUD, HONAI RESORT
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FEBRUARY 4 - 11, 2023
ARRIVAL
You’ve landed in Bali. The air is thick and warm. The airport is bustling and the smells are unfamiliar and slightly sweet. You grab your bags. This is happening. Here we go.
SATURDAY
Have you ever seen this much green? What kind of plant is that? Oooh; this place is *nice*. Where is that flute music coming from? Your room is spacious with huge windows and a perfect little patio overlooking the pool and the garden. Holy. Wow. That bathtub. We might need to stay here forever. How do they make the air smell like this? It's been a very long day. That bed is going to feel wonderful.
SUNDAY
You wake up in your villa. The crisp white sheets on your skin. Birds you’ve never heard before. Plants and flowers and green juice are waiting for you. You head to class. Everyone has a gentle smile. This is not home. You are far away from familiar things. This might be both scary and exciting. The movement and meditation made you feel grounded. At breakfast everything is delicious. Who knew fruit could look like this? Is there time for a nap? Yes? Perfect. And a massage? Wonderful.
MONDAY
You could get used to this. Flowers peeking out of every corner.. You take a little walk and then it’s time for class. Afterwards maybe you’ll go on an adventure. The temples. The markets. Your shoulders relax. Your jaw unhinges. This feels nice.
TUESDAY
You feel different. Lighter. Is that a little sunburn? Maybe you should buy a bigger hat. And a sarong. Will you be too tired for yoga? Maybe. Turns out balance comes naturally here. Slowly we move. Deeper we breathe. Meditation is something you'll bring home. Once you sit down for dinner you already know you’re going to sleep like a baby. Ginger. Turmeric. Curry. Goodnight.
WEDNESDAY
We’re headed to the water temple. Tirta Empul. People have been coming to this spring for thousands of years. You’re not sure what this will be like. It’s more than you expected. More emotional. More crowded. More Holy. Bali is another world. Everything is new and old at the same time.
THURSDAY
You’ve decided to do the sunrise adventure. Is this crazy? You doze a little in the car and then you begin hiking. The birds are waking up. You put one foot in front of the other. It's worth it. You watch the sun come up from the top of Mount Batur. All that ocean and all those colors. Someone hands you a cup of coffee. It's all downhill from here. This is exactly what you needed. Another massage please. And a nap.
FRIDAY
You have new muscles in your legs. You’re doing lots of yoga. You walk more than normal and have to watch your step on the paths and roads. Your feet and core are working together. You’re stronger than when you arrived. Alert but relaxed. You feel more open. Maybe Bali is contagious.
SATURDAY
NO. WHAT? Last day? We just got here! You look over your tea at the faces you’ve gotten to know over the past week. The girl with the outrageous laugh. The man who can walk on his hands, but blushes with any eye contact. The couple who tell wild stories of wild places. You like these people. You like this place. You’ve made new friends. You hug everyone goodbye. There are some tears. The hosts smile and smile. You’re so glad you came.
The retreat begins with yoga at 4pm on Saturday, February 4 and closes with yoga and breakfast the following Saturday, February 11. When reserving air travel, make sure you’re landing on the right day. You’ll cross the international date line - losing a day on the way there, gaining a day as you return.
DAILY SCHEDULE *
8-9:30am: Morning Yoga
9:30am: Breakfast (included)
10:30-4:30pm: Free time to enjoy the pool, massage or hop on the shuttle to explore Ubud
4:30-6:00pm: Evening Yoga
6:30pm: Dinner (4 group dinners)
* The schedule may shift throughout the week to accommodate excursions and activities
UBUD, BALI - INDONESIA
Ubud is artful and serene, a destination for those who practice yoga. Its two main streets are lined with cafes and shops, many selling goods from the region's artisans. Our 12 room resort - Honai sits on the edge of town, built in the style of a traditional Indonesian round house with the pool and gardens at its center. Stay on the grounds and enjoy the resort's restaurant, pool, and spa or take the complementary shuttle/bicycles into Ubud and explore.
TRANSPORT
Denpasar International Airport (DPS). There are no inoculations necessary for travel into Bali.
Ubud is an hour west of the DPS airport. Honai Resort can arrange for a driver to pick you up at the airport for IDR 450,000 ($35) each way. Once everyone is registered, there will be an opportunity to coordinate ride shares for those landing/departing together.
The resort offers a complimentary shuttle into Ubud and there are 4 bicycles for your use. An abundance of safe and affordable drivers also line the streets of Ubud.
INCLUDED
We'll have the entire resort for a week, 12 rooms total. Rooms face the swimming pool and garden. Check in 2pm | out 12.00pm. Early check in and late check out are subject to availability.
Private or Double room. 55 square meters (600 square feet) with private bathroom, bedroom, balcony/terrace, A/C, separate shower and bath tub, tea and coffee maker, safe deposit box, mini bar, telephone, Wi-Fi and 24 hour room and daily turn down service.
Welcome drink, fruit and fresh towel upon arrival
Daily breakfast + 4 dinners
Private covered open air yoga shala - yoga props provided: yoga mat, blocks, strap, blanket and bolster
60 minute Balinese massage
Sunrise guided trek up Mt Batur
Visit on the Full Moon to the Tirta Empul water temple
Kecek dance performance
Shuttle from Honai to/from Ubud center + 4 bicycles, based on availability
NOT INCLUDED
Airfare to DPS (Bali). I’ve been working with Pacific Harbor Travel for 10 years. I’ve found working with a travel agent extremely helpful. Linda Schwedock. Office hours: Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 9:30AM to 5:30PM, PST. 831.427.5000 Linda@PacificHarborTravel.com
Airport pick up arranged by Honai, IDR 450,000 ($35) per car per way.
Lunches + 2 dinners, Explore local restaurants or dine at the resort
Additional spa services
LODGING + REGISTRATION
Honai's villas feature A/C, Wi-Fi, luxury linens, en suite bath (w/bathtub), private patio/balcony and lock boxes for your passport and valuables. Pricing Includes 7-nights accommodations, gratuities + taxes, all breakfasts + 4 gourmet dinners, excursions + activities.
RESERVE NOW | $600 DEPOSIT
BOOK NOW | $2800 SINGLE
BOOK NOW | $2200 DOUBLE per person**
* Room pictures below
** If you wish to book a double room, you’ll need to come with a friend/partner. I will not be assigning/arranging roommates because of the close proximity of the beds - see picture below.
Write Jennifer@jenniferisaacson.com join the waitlist for this retreat
CANCELLATION
$300 of your deposit is non-refundable. The remainder of your deposit will be refunded for cancellations through November 4, 2022. The remainder of any payments will be refunded after November 4, 2022 if a new participant registers. If Jennifer cancels this retreat for any reason, your entire payment will be refunded in full.
