In 2015, I set out with a big backpack and an intention to check off a bucket list item— hiking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu in Peru . I never would’ve imagined how profoundly this Peru travel experience , moving through the archaeological sites of the Sacred Valley , would stay with me long after I returned home. I started my journey in Cusco, Peru , taking a few days to acclimate to the high altitude before beginning the trek. Cusco felt like a bridge between worlds—both

What to Pack for Peru: Your Sacred Valley Retreat Packing Guide (From Your Travel Bestie) If you’re anything like us, packing for an international retreat brings a mix of pure excitement … and what the heck do I even bring?! So let’s make this easy. Think of this as your go-to guide from a well-traveled best friend (or your big sister who’s already done the overpacking for you 💁‍♀️). We are so  excited to be heading to Peru’s Sacred Valley —a place rich in culture, history,

Community over Competition

Some retreats start as a business idea. This one started as a feeling. For a couple of years now, we’ve been quietly dreaming about Tulum—holding the vision, waiting, listening. We knew we wanted to host something there, but we also knew we weren’t willing to rush it. Tulum carries a very particular energy, and we wanted to find a retreat center that truly felt right —one that could hold depth, ceremony, rest, and real transformation, not just beautiful photos. And then, fina

In October 2021, we finally gathered for the Beachside Bliss Yoga Retreat in Chacala, Mexico—a trip that became the spark behind The GetAway Yogis. Originally planned for May 2020, this retreat was rescheduled not once, not twice, but three times due to the Covid-19 pandemic. And yet, when we finally touched down in the beautiful beachside village of Chacala, it was clear this was the retreat that could.

When I signed up for an adventurous yoga retreat, I thought I might just be booking a weekend of yoga, hiking, fresh air and a change of...

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