retreats
Healing retreat...Coming Soon
Somewhere in the world there's a place with your name on it. Right now I'm traveling the world, walking beaches and mountain trails and quiet village streets, listening and feeling for the one location that holds what this work asks for. Clean air, water nearby, a rhythm slow enough that your nervous system remembers what safety feels like, people who know how to care for guests, a spiritual place that feels like home. I'll know it when my body tells me.
What we'll do together - This is for a small enough group that by the second morning everyone knows everyone's story.
Somatic healing - We start in the body, because that's where the patterns actually live. Breath, movement, meditation, journaling, activities, and release. You'll learn to read your own signals again and to trust what they tell you.
Coaching - Both one-on-one and group coaching sessions. Either private time with me, focused entirely on what you came to move through. This is yours alone, held in confidence. Group sessions help to support the moments where you realize you were never the only one. Something shifts when a circle of people witnesses you clearly, and you'll feel it.
Culture and place - Local food, local hands, local land. We'll eat what grows there, learn from the people who live there, and let a new setting show you a new angle on your own life. There will be movement, nature, and play through water, walking trails, warm sun, and laughter that catches you by surprise, because joy is part of the medicine.
Real disconnection - Phones away, calendars closed, and space to hear yourself think for the first time in years.
How you'll feel leaving - Lighter, more grounded in your body instead of living above it, clear on what you want and unapologetic about asking for it, connected to a handful of people who saw the real you and stayed, carrying practices you can reach for on any ordinary Tuesday, long after you've unpacked. Most of all, at home in yourself.
Where things stand today - The retreat design is nearly finished, with the days mapped, practices chosen, and the arc from arrival to return is built. What remains is the place and date, and I'm giving that search the time it deserves.
If you want to be the first to know when it's scheduled, email me at thehivejourney@gmail.com and let me know the retreat is what drew you here. You'll join the list of people I reach out to the moment the location and dates are confirmed, ahead of any public announcement. Spots will be limited by design, and this list is how you claim one.
Tell me a little about where you are in your journey while you're there. I can't wait to connect with you!
With gratitude,
Wholly, Holy, Holey, Hadley
Youth Cultural Retreat in Spain
July 10–19, 2026 | O Pindo, Galicia, Spain
Join us for an unforgettable 10-day cultural immersion experience on the breathtaking coast of northern Spain! This retreat is designed for young adults ages 17–19, all of whom will have graduated from high school by summer 2026. Together, we’ll explore Spain’s vibrant culture, breathtaking landscapes, and warm sense of community, while fostering independence, connection, and global perspective.
A Journey of Culture, Connection & Growth - Set in the charming seaside village of O Pindo, Galicia, this experience offers the perfect blend of adventure, relaxation, and authentic cultural exchange. Our close friends in O Pindo have children around the same age as our group, and they’ll be out of school during the retreat, offering participants a rare opportunity to spend time with local Spanish teens, practice conversational Spanish, and experience daily life in a small coastal town. We’ll enjoy meaningful group experiences balanced with time to relax, reflect, and explore. Each day includes opportunities to immerse in Spanish culture through food, language, and shared community experiences.
Accommodations & Meals - Participants will stay in a shared Airbnb in O Pindo, just steps from the ocean. All accommodations are comfortable and safe, and we’ll share group meals together each day.
Your retreat includes:
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9 nights lodging in shared accommodations
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3 meals per day (fresh, local Spanish cuisine)
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Ground transportation throughout Spain and Portugal
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Curated cultural experiences, excursions, and guided activities
Travel Details - Arrive in Lisbon, Portugal, July 10, 2026. From there, we will travel by car six hours north to O Pindo.
Hadley and Jeremiah Rakowski will accompany the group, providing mentorship, logistical support, and cultural guidance throughout the journey. While participants are encouraged to take ownership of their experience and act with independence, trusted adults will always be available to help navigate language, customs, and travel logistics.
What’s Not Included - Participants are responsible for:
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Round-trip airfare
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Personal spending money
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Optional excursions or activities outside the group itinerary
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Valid passport (required for travel)
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Optional travel insurance (recommended: IMG Global)
Supportive Guidance, Independent Adventure - We recognize that this may be one of the first major international experiences for many participants. Our goal is to provide a structured, supported, and empowering travel experience—one that nurtures curiosity, confidence, and cultural awareness. We’ve spent significant time in this region and have built trusted relationships with local families and community members who help make this experience welcoming and safe.
Why This Trip Is Special - This retreat is more than just travel, it’s a journey of connection, self-discovery, and cultural appreciation. By stepping into a new rhythm of life, participants will:
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Build lifelong friendships and memories
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Practice independence in a supportive environment
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Deepen global awareness and empathy
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Experience authentic Spanish culture, language, and community life
Let’s make summer 2026 a transformative adventure filled with laughter, learning, and lifelong memories.
Spaces are limited for this small-group experience.
SOLD OUT - To express interest in a future retreat, please contact us