The top 10 Yoga Retreats going down in 2021
I LOVE a good yoga retreat. This is a time away from the monotony of our daily lives and stresses, it’s a time to reconnect with who you are, what brings you joy and peace and to serve that fully. Can I get an AMEN! Not to mention, retreats bring people together from all over the world, who form friendships for life! Like I said, I LOVE a good yoga retreat!
THE BEST YOGA RETREATS IN 2021
There’s no doubt that COVID has put a huge spanner in my retreat plans and since March 2021 I have had to postpone or cancel four yoga retreats! It’s been tough, and putting together this list was even harder than I thought it’d be because yoga teachers are also afraid to make financial commitments in a world as unstable as ours.
But since the announcement of vaccines coming to the market I have felt hope, once again, that retreats will soon be back. Soon enough we’ll all be together again, in some of the world’s most magical places! It’s in that spirit that I’ve hit google HARD and I’ve rounded up some of the best yoga retreats in 2021.
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Now, let’s get our dusty, but trusty, travelling boots strapped on again, shall we!
1) SWITZERLAND YOGA & MEDITATION MOUNTAIN RETREAT: Sparkling Yoga Retreats, January ‘21
“Do you love yoga and meditation? Would like to take your practice to mind blowing Swiss Alps Let me transport you there for a moment. Imagine a small designer hotel that smells of wood and is set right in the mind-blowing Alpine landscape. You open the window and invite into the room a tantalising fragrance of wild herbs and fir trees. You nap to the sound of the river and birdsong as a soundtrack. You practice yoga in a room with floor-to-ceiling windows and Alpine view to die for. Your body feels stronger and fitter as you practice yoga twice a day and spend hours outdoors. Your mind is both sharper and softer - the unique effect of regular meditation. You know you are taking care of yourself the best possible way.” - SPARKLING YOGA
2) SRI LANKA YOGA RETREAT: MIRALLEGRO YOGA, February ‘21
“Our week in paradise will offer you the opportunity to reconnect to everything you love about yourself; your magical body, and your beautiful mind. You have everything you need within you to access an infinite supply of compassion and self love, but often we focus our love externally, or search for someone to care for us in a way that we don’t feel able to care for ourselves. we will focus on bringing you back to yourself through breath, movement and lots of freedom to have fun with a group of like-minded people. remember, you are perfect just as you are.” - MIRALLEGRO YOGA
3) WILD HIGHLANDS RETREAT, SCOTLAND: Wild Retreats, May ‘21
Seeing as we’re dishing up the deets on the best yoga retreats in 2021 I’d be crazy not to mention our very own, epic Wild Highlands retreat which is going down in May 2021. “Our five night Wild Highlands Retreat will take place in a gorgeous Victorian manor home beside a sea loch on the west coast. The MacLeod family has been exploring this area by car, foot and boat for over thirty years, so this is very personal retreat for us and one we are so excited to share with you all.”
4) GODDESSES IN MALLORCA, SPAIN: Glow Yoga Retreats, June ‘21
“Dive into the strength of Shakti energy with a group of powerful, like-minded women. Together, we will venture through a variety of practices to connect deeper to our Divine Feminine amongst the breathtaking beauty of Mallorca island. As a sisterhood, we'll emerge from this week empowered, uplifted, and inspired.” - GLOW YOGA RETREATS
5) CHOOSE HAPPINESS. UBUD, BALI YOGA RETREAT: JESSICA DEWAR YOGA JULY ‘21
“The moment you give your tired, busy mind some time to rest, you make space for the creative juices to flow. To feel reinvigorated and inspired. Which is exactly what this week in paradise will offer. A chance to reconnect, re-purpose and perhaps even redesign your life. During your luxury week away, you will lose yourself in twice daily yoga practices on the rooftop studio, nurture your body with delicious and nutrient packed food and take lots of time out for yourself. Swim in the infinity pool, read that book you never manage to find time for, or indulge in an afternoon nap. You may even like to enjoy a sneaky glass of wine or cocktail as you bask in the Balinese sun.” - JESSICA DEWAR YOGA
6) SUMMER RETREAT IN THE FRENCH ALPS: TRIKA YOGA, AUGUST ‘21
“We've got this one in early... 2021. Summer. Mountains. Lakes. Fresh air. Hikes. Yoga. Our own lake view villa..
We will be back in this paradise, Tignes, France for 2021 Summer Retreat!!” - TRIKA YOGA
7) AZORES YOGA RETREAT: RECLAIM YOURSELF, SEPTEMBER ‘21
“Join us for 5 day yoga retreat with Adam Husler in the remote and beautiful Azores. Our destination is a luxury nature-spa retreat on Sao Miguel, the largest island of the Azores archipelago in Portugal. With its emerald beaches, dazzling blue lakes, waterfalls, volcanoes and hot springs this unspoilt destination is one of the Atlantic ocean’s best kept secrets.” - RECLAIM YOURSELF
8) KENYA SAFARI YOGA RETREAT: Venture Om YOGA, October ‘21
“Embark on a week-long journey of discovery with this unique and exclusive yoga safari through the wilderness of Kenya. Join 500 hour E-RYT Morgan Moulckers and Carrigan Whiteley for a seven day excursion blending yoga, nature, meditation and safaris at the base of Mount Kenya, Africa’s second tallest mountain. We will be staying in the world famous Giraffe Manor, as well as luxury Safari Cottages in the African Bush. This week will be filled with unparalleled adventure.” - VENTURE OM
9) COSTA RICA YOGA & ADVENTURE HOLIDAY: ADVENTURE YOGI, NOVEMBER 2021
“Truly, this retreat is the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure perfectly placed into a 10-night winter sun yoga holiday. Based on the Pacific coast in the town of Nosara, you will be staying in a gorgeous boutique yoga hotel with a stunning rooftop yoga shala! With views of the Pacific Ocean in front and the mountains behind it is a jaw-dropping space. Positioned high into the hills yet only a 5-minute tuk-tuk ride from the beach, restaurants, and shops.” - ADVENTURE YOGI
10) NEW YEARS YOGA RETREAT IN CHACALA, MEXICO: EXHALE YOGA RETREATS, DECEMBER 2021
“Dance into the New Year vibin’ high! Ride the flow of empowering yoga to the rhythm of uplifting music, enjoy nourishing food, and partake in deep conversations as you connect deeper to yourself and other like-hearted people in paradise! Each morning will be Vinyasa Yoga and evening Yin Yoga. In between that is your opportunity to create your own adventure during this Yoga Retreat. Relax on the beach, swim in the ocean or pool, read or nap in a hammock, enjoy a massage, or do an excursion; like visit the petroglyphs spiritual site of Altavista, join a Temazcal Ceremony, cruise on a Catamaran, connect with the local community, learn to Salsa Dance or Surf fun waves. The most epic part of the retreat will be the MC YOGI with DJ Crisanto New Year’s Eve Celebration Concert under the stars!” - EXHALE YOGA RETREATS
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