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.

ACCOMODATION

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.

ACTIVITIES

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 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. We’ll spend a day exploring 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, and more vigorous vinyasa flow and ashtanga styles.* 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.

AMY COMMANDER

Amy found yoga in 2003 after a knee injury from long distance running. Following the advice of a friend, she started taking classes in an effort to help get her knee healthy enough to continue running in marathons and racing. It did not take long for her to realize that yoga was a much healthier and more sustainable form of mental and spiritual exercise, eventually leaving running behind in favor of yoga. In 2008, Amy opened her first yoga studio that she successfully ran for over twelve years. In addition to being a studio owner and having over 14 years experience actively teaching, Amy is an accomplished intuitive. Having completed her advanced training with Astrologer Debra Silverman, Amy enjoys providing in-depth astrology readings to support members in their healing journey. She is also a certified master Reiki healer, an oracle/tarot reader, and certified holistic nutrition counselor. After losing one of her closest friends to cancer in 2020, Amy went back to school for nutrition, successfully graduating from IIN (Institute for Integrative Nutrition). Amy has since started a new business, Yogi Bites, offering nutrition services of all kinds, including home baked goods. She is the owner of “The Studio”, in St Augustine Florida.

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

WHAT PAST GUESTS ARE SAYING

DETAILS / PRICING

• 6 days / 5 nights (Sep 22-27, 2024)

• Inclusive Retreat Price = $2,995 (shared room*), +$750 (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