Phoenix International Travel

For all the details to secure your spot:
https://traversejourneys.com/trips/morocco

This 9-day Morocco itinerary combines the culture and stunning landscapes of Morocco with deep immersion into the local culture. Our route starts in Marrakech, teeming with souks in the ancient medina. We head to the UNESCO-protected village of Aït Ben Haddou as we make our way across the Atlas mountains. Then we continue into the Sahara Desert complete with a camel ride, oasis excursion, and music under the stars. En route back to Marrakech, we stop at Berber women’s textile co-op to learn about how their artisan craftsmanship shapes their community.

For the complete Moroccan experience, you can choose an optional 3-night add-on to Fes and Chefchaouen. Here you'll discover luxury riads in Fes as well as the vibrant colors of "the Blue Pearl" of Chefchaouen.
Itinerary includes:

Accommodations

• 6 nights’ boutique hotel stay
• 2 nights desert camping in permanent structure tents with real beds

Transportation

• Transfers to/from airport on arrival & departure days
• Private ground transit between Marrakech, Ait Ben Haddou and the Sahara

Meals

• Daily breakfast + 6 lunches + 7 dinners (group trip) or 4 dinners (self-guided)

Activities

• Visit to the UNESCO site of Aït Ben Haddou
• Sahara desert excursion with 2 nights all-inclusive camping complete
• Camel ride, stargazing, traditional music & food and an oasis outing
• Marrakech souk tour
• Entry to Bahia Palace and Madrasa ben Youssef

Additional

• Visit to a traditional Berber textile women’s co-op + donation to their organization
• Dedicated local guide
• Traverse representative assisting you from booking to departure
• Optional add-on to Fes & Chefchaouen
• Optional Hammam spa and massage
• Optional Cooking class
• Small group trip, max 12 people

https://traversejourneys.com/trips/morocco

This trip is designed by your Meetup organizer Ashley Blake to showcase the incredible landscape, spirit and hospitality of Morocco!

For all the details and to secure your spot:
https://traversejourneys.com/trips/mexico-yoga-retreat

A 6-day retreat in the beautiful, mountainous state of Guanajuato, Mexico with daily pilates and local explorations. Discover the charming city of San Miguel de Allende, try your hand at cooking local cuisine, visit the birthplace of famous muralist Diego River, learn about native plants and sustainable agriculture in the region, and deepen your pilates practice in this vibrant epicenter of Mexican culture & cuisine.

TRIP INCLUDES:
Accommodations

• 5 nights in boutique accommodations in San Miguel de Allende

Transportation

• Transfers to/from airport on arrival & departure days
• Private van to & from Guanajuato City for day outing

Activities

• Daily pilates (mats provided)
• Market outing & cooking class with a focus on local, organic ingredients
• Tamale-making experience
• Day trip to Guanajuato
• Entrance to Las Grutas thermal cave pools
• Optional add-on: Half day winery tour at an organic vineyard
• Optional add-on: Full day winery tour and visit to the historic town of Dolores Hidalgo
• Optional add-on: Day trip to Guanajuato

Meals

• Daily healthy breakfast + 3 dinners + 1 lunch featuring fresh, local fare (vegetarian & vegan options available)

Additional

• Community partner activity to learn about organic agriculture in the region + donation to their organization
• Dedicated Traverse pilates instructor & host
• Traverse representative assisting you from booking to departure
• Adherence to our Covid-19 Safety and Risk Management Framework
• Small group trip, max 12 people

For all the details and to secure your spot:
https://traversejourneys.com/trips/mexico-yoga-retreat

• Visit with our local Community Partner + donation to their organization
• Dedicated Traverse local guide throughout your trip
• Traverse representative assisting you from booking to departure
• Small group experience, max 12 people

Does not Include

• International airfare
• Additional meals, excursions and activities not listed
• Tips to your local guides and drivers
• Alcohol or other drinks, unless specified
• Required travel insurance

For all the details and to secure your spot: https://traversejourneys.com/trips/cyprus

For more info and to secure your spot: https://traversejourneys.com/trips/chile-patagonia

Join our 8-day journey based in Patagonia with an option to add-on the 3-day Santiago extension. This adventure combines the best of Chilean culture with Patagonia's stunning landscapes. We’ll start by getting to know an integral part of this region – its wildlife! We’ll head to the Strait of Magellan to visit the residents of Isla Magdalena – penguins! Then invoke your inner rancher at a quintessential Patagonian experience, an estancia visit complete with a horseback ride and barbeque. Then get ready for outdoor adventures as you head down to Torres del Paine National Park in stunning Patagonia for a fully guided 4-day Patagonia trek through landscapes and viewpoints that will leave you speechless. Finish off the adventure with a glacier boat cruise to the famous Glacier Grey. End there or continue your journey with explorations in Santiago and colorful Valparaiso. Throughout the trip you’ll not only get to know Chile’s diverse landscapes, but also its warm-hearted people and diverse cultural influences.

TRIP INCLUDES:
Accommodations

• 4 nights’ accommodations in boutique, centrally located hotels
• 3 nights camping in tents in Torres del Paine

Transportation

• Arrival transfer in Punta Arenas (PUQ)/Departure transfer from Puerto Natales (PNT)
• All excursion transit including private vehicles, boat and bus/shuttle transfers

Activities

• W Trek hiking & tent reservations + detailed itinerary and all meals while trekking
• High quality sleeping bag + sleeping mat, pre-assembled at each location
• Informative and safety briefing in Puerto Natales prior to your departure
• Entrance fee to Torres del Paine National Park
• Learn about rewilding in the Patagonia region

Meals

• Daily breakfasts
• 5 lunches
• 5 dinners

Additional

• Detailed itinerary with complete self-guided instructions, packing & gear advice, local recommendations, cultural tips & more
• Visit with our local Community Partner to learn about rewinding efforts in Patagonia + donation to their organization
• Traverse representative assisting you from booking to departure
• Small group experience, max 12 people

For more info and to secure your spot:
https://traversejourneys.com/trips/chile-patagonia

Full trip details: https://traversejourneys.com/trips/guatemala-retreat

Please RSVP here on Meetup to express interest in finding out more. As well, this trip is promoted on several channels so note that RSVP numbers here do not reflect actual guest count.

Join us for a 6-day immersion in nature, local culture, and rejuvenating yoga. Perched on a volcanic crater lake surrounded by sweeping conical peaks, the stunning vistas of Lake Atitlan, Guatemala are sure to take your breath away. Limited road access means that much of the lake's small villages are only accessible by boat, creating a peaceful haven where connection thrives, and life moves at a slow pace. With prevalent Mayan communities in the region, strong indigenous traditions still prevail.

Our gorgeous retreat center is the perfect sanctuary from which to base our inward and outward explorations. Enjoy a full-service farm-to-table restaurant, providing all your meals with plenty of organic and locally grown food. An expansive yoga deck opens onto breathtaking views of the lake and common areas as well as a library and onsite sauna, giving you space to connect and realign the mind and body. Daily yoga classes offer the opportunity to connect within while exploring unique activities that connect you to the thriving communities and bountiful lands surrounding you.

TRIP INCLUDES:

• Accommodations
• 5 nights/6 days at an idyllic and sustainably-built retreat center

Transportation

• Airport transfer to/from La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
• All in country transportation to/from included activities

Activities

• Daily yoga and meditation
• Yoga props like bolsters, cork yoga mats & handmade yoga blocks
• Onsite sauna
• Day trip to permaculture community with open air market, natural pools & more
• Cacao and chocolate-making workshop
• Organic farm tour and waterfall hike
• Mayan Fire Ceremony
• Add-on activities: kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, rock-climbing, hiking, acro-yoga & more

Meals

• Three meals a day, plus coffee/tea, two snacks, and dessert

Additional

• Engagement session with our community partner + donation to their organization
• Traverse representative assisting you from booking to departure
• Dedicated Traverse host throughout trip
• Adherence to our Covid-19 Safety and Risk Management Framework
• Small group experience, max 14 people

RSVP for more details or see the link below. You can also reach out with a message on Meetup or via email to: laura@traversejourneys.com

Full trip details: https://traversejourneys.com/trips/guatemala-retreat

• International airfare
• Additional meals, excursions and activities not listed
• Tips to your local guides and drivers
• Alcohol or other drinks, unless specified
• Required travel insurance

For all the details and to secure your spot: https://traversejourneys.com/trips/cuba

• Learn about our community partner + donation to their organization
• Local trip host in-country from arrival to departure (group trip)
• Traverse representative assisting you from booking to departure

Add-Ons

• Extra nights available

We hope to see you in Costa Rica!

For more info and to secure your spot: https://traversejourneys.com/trips/costa-rica/pura-vida

For all the details and to secure your spot:
https://traversejourneys.com/trips/morocco-retreat

Are you feeling stagnant in your life? Have you ever wished for a sacred space to combine adventure and inspiration with healing and transformation? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this retreat is for you. This 9-day Morocco retreat combines the culture and stunning landscapes of Morocco with rejuvenating movement and personal development. Our route starts in Marrakech, teeming with souks in the ancient medina. We head to the UNESCO-protected village of Aït Ben Haddou as we make our way across the Atlas mountains. Then we continue into the Sahara Desert complete with a camel ride, oasis excursion, and music under the stars. En route back to Marrakech, we stop at Berber women’s textile co-op to learn about how their artisan craftsmanship shapes their community. Throughout you’ll have daily yoga or workshops to focus on the theme of your trip while gaining a deep understanding of traditions within the Moroccan way of life.

TRIP INCLUDES

Accommodations

• 8 total nights’ accommodations in boutique villas and 2 nights desert camping permanent structure tents with real beds

Transportation

• Transfers to/from airport on arrival & departure days
• Private ground transit between Marrakech, Ait Ben Haddou and the Sahara

Activities

• Visit to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Aït Ben Haddou
• Sahara desert excursion with 2 nights all-inclusive camping complete with camel ride, stargazing, traditional music & food and an oasis outing
• Marrakech souk tour and entry to Bahia Palace and Madrasa ben Youssef
• Optional hamman spa and massage add-on
• Optional cooking class add-on

Meals

• Daily breakfast + 6 lunches + 7 dinners

Additional

• Visit to a traditional Berber textile women’s co-op + donation to their organization
• Dedicated Traverse yoga instructor & host + local guide
• Traverse representative assisting you from booking to departure
• Optional add-on to Fes & Chefchaouen
• Adherence to our Covid-19 Safety and Risk Management Framework
• Small group trip, max 12 people

For more information and to secure your spot:
Take Me to Morocco

For more info and to secure your spot: https://traversejourneys.com/trips/japan

Join our 8-day itinerary to the heart of Japan with a focus on culture, cuisine and spiritual traditions. Your journey begins in Kyoto to see the iconic red torii gates of the Fushimi Inari shrine. From there, explore the cobblestone streets, Kodaiji Temple and Yasaka Shrine. Go deeper into the Arashiyama and Sagano areas with a visit to 8,000 Bhuddist statues. We will wander in a hidden bamboo forest, and a visit to a park containing more than 100 Japanese macaque monkeys living in the wild. Next, we will travel by ferry to the famed hot spring town of Beppu where you’ll learn to cook a special onsen meal before resting in your traditional ryokan accommodations. Enjoy a farm day meeting locals preserving seasonal agricultural traditions, and visit a tea farm to learn the techniques of brewing. A Buddhist temple stay offers the opportunity for a sunrise meditation and breakfast with the monks. We’ll visit the iconic Osaka Castle and indulge in seasonal & regional cuisine.

TRIP INCLUDES
Accommodations

• 7 nights total stay
• 3 nights boutique 3-star hotel (private room & bath, Western-style beds)
• 2 nights traditional ryokan (private room & bath, Japanese futon style beds)
• 1 night ferry (private room & bath)
• 1 night Buddhist temple stay (private room, share bathroom)

Transportation

• Airport to hotel arrival/departure logistical assistance (cost of transfer not included)
• JR Rail Pass and IC Card for all internal transfers included in itinerary by train, bus and light rail
• Overnight ferry Osaka → Beppu
• Private vehicle for Day 5 farm visits

Activities

• Kyoto guided tour and visit to Fushimi Inari Taisha, Kiyomizu-dera Temple & Yasaka Shrine
• Guided visit & entry to Adashino Nenbutsuji and Gioji temples
• Admission to Arashiyama Monkey Park
• Guided tour of Nara and admission to Todaiji Temple
• Beppu hot springs visit with admission to Umi and Onishi Bozu
• Onsen (hot springs) lunch experience in Kannawa
• Local farmhouse visit and harvesting experience + lunch
• Tea farm visit and traditional tea tasting
• Traditional Geisha experience in Beppu with seasonal dances & games
• Buddhist temple experience with overnight stay and morning meditation
• Visit and entry to Himeji Castle & Osaka Castle

Meals

• Daily traditional Japanese breakfast
• 5 dinners
• 2 lunches

Additional

• Local community partner visit + donation to their organization
• Dedicated local Japanese guide
• Traverse representative assisting you from booking to departure
• Small group experience, max 12 people

Add-Ons

• Additional nights in Kyoto or Osaka
• Hotel nights in Tokyo
• Transportation assistance to/from Tokyo

Does Not Include

• International airfare
• Airport transfer costs (assistance with arrangements provided)
• Additional meals, excursions and activities not listed
• Tips to your local guides, and drivers
• Alcohol or other drinks, unless specified
• Required travel insurance

We hope to see you in Japan!

For more details and to secure your spot: https://traversejourneys.com/trips/japan

Note: Total trip cost is $5495 (meetup site doesn't allow me to post this amount)