A CRETAN YOGA RE-TREAT - MAY 2027
2 weeks - 2 locations….Join us for one or both!
A RETURN TO GREECE with angel & Jimmy (the greek), NEW ISLAND, NEW ADVENTURES…
Crete, locally know as Critii, ‘The Isle of the Goddess’ – a place where the Goddess has been honoured for tens of thousands of years and where we will meet her again.
Week 1 - May 11 - 16th, 2027 - 5 nights 6 days (1 room available)
Ravdoucha, Crete Retreat
West Coast of Crete • Chania • Kissamos
Perched above the sea on the rugged coastline of Ravdoucha, our private oceanfront villa offers a rare balance of connection and solitude. With uninterrupted Mediterranean views, a private beach below, an infinity pool, and a floating yoga deck suspended above the water, every part of the property invites you to slow down and reconnect.
Designed with understated elegance, the villa combines natural textures, soft Mediterranean tones, and generous indoor-outdoor living. Spacious gathering areas flow effortlessly into quiet corners for reflection, while open terraces blur the boundary between sea, sky, and home.
Here, each day unfolds naturally between movement, nourishment, conversation, rest, and moments of stillness.
The Wider Cretan Experience
Throughout the retreat, you'll have opportunities to experience the beauty and culture of western Crete.
Private Beach & Snorkelling
Just below the villa, crystal-clear waters and a secluded cove offer peaceful swimming and snorkelling among quiet marine life.
Elafonissi Beach
Often considered one of the world's most beautiful beaches, Elafonissi is celebrated for its pink sand, shallow turquoise waters, and expansive shoreline. (Approximately 1.5-hour drive.)
Balos Lagoon & Gramvousa Island
Spend a day by boat exploring the extraordinary turquoise lagoon of Balos and the dramatic landscapes of Gramvousa, one of Crete's most iconic coastal experiences.
Falassarna Beach
A stunning stretch of western coastline known for its crystal-clear water, golden sand, and unforgettable sunsets. (Approximately 35 minutes from the villa.)
MORE Optional Experiences
In-villa massage treatments
Local hiking through nearby gorges
Exploring traditional villages
Time for swimming, reading, or simply resting by the sea
The Rhythm of the Week
ARRIVE
Settle into the house, exhale, and allow the pace of everyday life to gently fall away.
LIVE
Days unfold through movement, sea air, fresh seasonal food, meaningful connection, and long, unhurried stretches of time.
DEEPEN
As the week progresses, space opens for honest reflection, deeper conversation, and a more intentional way of being.
Retreat Itinerary
Tuesday, May 11, 2027
Arrival & Grounding
Guest arrivals and villa check-in
Time to settle, unwind, and explore the property
Sunset welcome gathering with drinks
Shared mezze dinner overlooking the sea
Wednesday, May 12, 2027
Explore & Breathe
Breakfast
Morning somatic yoga on the Bliss Deck
Swimming and relaxing at the private bay
Hammam experience
Ice bath and guided breathwork
Dinner at a local seafront taverna
Thursday, May 13, 2027
Openness & Expansion
Breakfast
Morning somatic yoga on the Bliss Deck
Choose your own adventure:
Visit Elafonissi or Falassarna Beach
Hike one of Crete's spectacular nearby gorges
Spend a slower day enjoying the villa and sea
Evening in Chania
Enjoy a free evening wandering the Venetian harbour, exploring the charming old town, browsing local boutiques, and dining wherever the evening leads you.
Friday, May 14, 2027
Craft & Culture
Breakfast
Morning somatic yoga
Free afternoon to explore western Crete
Evening dinner at a regenerative olive farm near Kissamos, celebrating local food, culture, and sustainability
Saturday, May 15, 2027
Integration & Celebration
Breakfast
Morning somatic yoga
Free day for swimming, rest, or personal exploration
Sunset closing circle
Traditional Greek celebration dinner
Sunday, May 16, 2027
Departure
Farewell breakfast
Morning departures
May in Crete offers warm sunshine, clear turquoise water, fragrant wild herbs, and long Mediterranean evenings—the perfect setting to reconnect with yourself, nature, and one another. This retreat is an invitation to slow down, breathe deeply, and experience the quiet beauty of life by the sea.
Week 2 - May 16 - 23, 2027 - 7 nights 8 days - (1 room available)
Amnatos Crete. Nestled in the heart of Crete's authentic countryside, Amnatos represents everything travelers seek when exploring Greece's largest island.
Similar schedule to above week different part of the island with many many more excursions, hikes, tavernas, beaches and wild cliffs and seas to discover!
PLEASE NOTE: No one books a retreat with the intention of canceling, but unexpected events do occur, so please please consider purchasing travel insurance. Exceptions cannot be made for any reason, including weather, injury, illness, or personal emergencies. No refunds or credits will be granted for failure to attend, or for arriving late or leaving early.
• Participants are responsible to be adequately insured, therefore Traveler’s Insurance is strongly recommended. We are not to be held responsible for changes beyond our control. There are no refunds due to flight cancellations or changes, political unrest or bad weather.
By submitting payment toward your retreat you accept these Terms and Conditions.
All payments are accepted in the form of Check, apple pay (561) 596-2809, or venmo @Angel-Lucia