Laos SoulFood Retreat

• Wanting to indulge your senses and immerse yourself in another culture whilst sharing the experience with like-minded people?
• Need some time out & adventure?

• Feeling like life is a little out of control at times?

• Feeling a little out of alignment with your heart and soul?

• Perhaps you’re at a point where it’s time to refocus on you

• You want to make the next half of your life your best years yet and you’re curious about the secrets of the happiest & healthiest aged populations around the globe.

• Need to unleash the explorer and have some fun damn it!

IS THIS FOR ME?

Have you thought about a retreat before but the thought of anything too strict or ‘hardcore’ has put you off? Because let’s face it, that’s just not where you’re at!

You want to create more joy, fun & vitality in your life.

You’re not into going raw vegan for a week and you don’t want to consume nothing but green juices for the entire time.

You’ve heard a lot about the latest buzz words ‘mindfulness & meditation’, you’re curious about building these into your life, but need help to make it a daily practice as well as understand how they can be adapted to suit you and your lifestyle.

You want some time to chill out & to explore a beautiful country & culture. A couple of massages & pool time wouldn’t hurt either.

You love food and different cuisines and understand how you get to explore a culture through its’ food & connect to the land and its’ people…so a local cooking class to learn how to recreate delicious and fragrant Laos food at home is right up your alley!

You’re ready to have some fun whilst you learn the common secrets that build more joy and vitality in your life, develop deeper connection to yourself and those around you and explore a stunning location.

I’m taking just 8 people on an EXCLUSIVE RETREAT to the magical land of LAOS in July 2020 for a deeply immersive experience to unlocking your best years yet!

WHAT’S INCLUDED

• 6 nights accommodation in either single or twin accommodation in a gorgeous resort hand picked for this very retreat.
• All workshops, Guided meditations and yoga
• 2 Massage treatments during you stay
• A luscious Laotian cooking class
• All meals & transport
• All day & evening activities exploring the magic of Luang Prabang
• A local guide (and friend) to help us with our arrangements and offer advise on local experiences, customs etc.

WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED

• Airfares
• Visas
• Personal shopping
• Alcohol (although a glass of wine with a few of the dinners is)

YOUR ACCOMMODATION:

The eco-friendly accommodation is idyllically nestled in the Lao countryside, based on ecologically and socially sustainable principles.

It's a nature retreat only 12 km from Luang Prabang, surrounded by protected area with primary forest, and yet escaping the city's hustle and bustle, offering authentic bungalows with a twist of style for only 20 guests. Set amidst a lush tropical garden, it's a heaven for a variety of beautiful butterflies.

Reconnect yourself with nature in this small private paradise & discover undisturbed surroundings off the beaten track.

On the day of arrival we will hand over a hiking map, which allows you easily to explore ethnic villages, waterfalls, rice paddies, viewpoints and traditional farmlands.

Or you may prefer relax by the pool, read a book, savour our own organically grown food and pamper yourself with a steam bath and a massage while indulging in nature's beauty with astonishing views on forested mountain ranges.

Accommodation consists of 9 charming bungalows spread out on a small hill, with views over the lush tropical garden and the mountains. All rooms are built with locally grown wood and come with bamboo ceilings and polished wooden floors, and are just a few steps away from the swimming pool. Free 3G- Wifi is in the restaurant/reception area available, sufficient enough for mailing, social media or planning your next steps.

To keep with the theme of your retreat, there are no TV in the rooms.

All Inclusive pricing:

$1950 per person twin share

$2250.00 Single

(Airfares not included)

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Early Bird Special.

Book and pay in full by 22nd of March 2020 to receive $100 discount twin share, $150 discount single

Payment Plans available:

Contact me directly for details at lisa@lisawrich.com

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Terms & Conditions:

Full & final payments due 30 days prior to retreat.Cancellation policy: If for some reason you need to cancel your booking with us, the following refunds are applicable:Prior to 60 days of retreat commencement a 75% refund of all monies paid will be madePrior to 30 days of retreat commencement a 50% refund payment will be made.

No refunds will be paid once inside the 30 days prior to commencement however you can transfer the booking to a friend or relative.

*** CORONA VIRUS UPDATE***

If we need to cancel this due to the Corona Virus outbreak, all monies less any ticketing fees, will be fully refunded whilst outside 30 days prior to the event, so I'll be making a decision at this time as to whether it's safe to proceed. Your (and my) health & well-being is my ultimate concern.

ABOUT LISA

Lisa W. Rich is a Certified Wellness Coach ,

Certified Meditation & Mindfulness Teacher

Reiki Master Practitioner

Chef & Adventurer

Are you ready for a breath of fresh air?

Lisa not only brings with her, her qualifications & experience... she also has personality! Do not expect a 'beige' experience.

Lisa has a great sense of humour and will seamlessly ensure that you have a great time in any of her events, workshops or retreats. As a Certified Wellness Coach & Meditation Teacher, Chef & passionate adventurer, her passion is supporting busy professionals in and out of the office.

A lover of wellbeing, mindfulness & a glass of good wine, she is all about balance. To be mindful, and start practicing meditation doesn't mean you have to convert to hippy status or give up the things you love. Quite the opposite, however what you do need to do is to make time for yourself.

Lisa's purpose and vision is to nurture individuals & teams to find their inner voice, develop self-awareness, tune into their unique abilities and create a life full of joy, vitality & happiness through a deeper connection with self.

After working as an Executive Manager for over 15 years, Lisa's own experiences showed her very clearly what does and doesn't work when it comes to loving what you do, feeling happy & enjoying what the world has to offer.

From running sales teams, coaching clients and teaching meditation (and occasionally cooking classes!), to create dynamic team building experiences, Lisa has always pushed the boundaries of what's possible in terms of personal & professional development.

ABOUT LAOS

Luang Prabang slows your pulse and awakens your imagination with its combination of world-class comfort and spiritual nourishment. Sitting at the sacred confluence of the Mekong River and the Nam Khan (Khan River), nowhere else can lay claim to this Unesco-protected gem's romance of 33 gilded wats, saffron-clad monks, faded Indochinese villas and exquisite fusion cuisine.

Beyond the evident history and heritage of the old French town are aquamarine waterfalls, top trekking opportunities, meandering mountain-bike trails, kayaking trips, river cruises and outstanding natural beauty, the whole ensemble encircled by hazy green mountains.

- Lonely Planet

I have travelled in Laos twice and I can tell you it’s one of my most favourite and sacred places. I hold it close & dear to my heart.

From the incredible sunsets on the banks of the Mekong to the gilded wats (temples) and romantic French colonial buildings to the vibrant & colourful night markets and delicious local cuisine (Mekong River weed a surprising favourite), not to mention the magical and serene landscape, it’s one spectacular country!

On a sad note, Laos also holds the tragic honour of being the most heavily bombed country per capita in history. From 1964 to 1973, the U.S. dropped more than two million tons of ordnance on Laos during 580,000 bombing missions—equal to a planeload of bombs every 8 minutes, 24-hours a day, for 9 years.

Hence why I’ll be donating a portion of the profits from this retreat to help continue to clear the 70 Million plus unexploded bombies still littering the country.

Don’t worry, you won’t be heading into these areas or at risk, but it’s something close to my heart that I want to help contribute towards.

You can find more information here: http://legaciesofwar.org/about-laos/leftover-unexploded-ordnances-uxo/