It is time to THRIVE...
THRIVE During the Transition Retreat
Registration for 2025 Opens Soon!
Embracing the powerful period of perimenopause, menopause, and postmenopause
A 7 day, 6 night retreat for women
Bali - Sanur and Ubud
If you are interested in future retreats, sign up for Laurel's Newsletter here:
THRIVE During the Transition Retreat
Registration for 2025 Opens Soon!
Embracing the powerful period of perimenopause, menopause, and postmenopause
A 7 day, 6 night retreat for women
Bali - Sanur and Ubud
If you are interested in future retreats, sign up for Laurel's Newsletter here:
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Your time is now. Your power is ready to manifest. Tap in to the divine energy of perimenopause and menopause with retreat leader, women's health wellness advocate, Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, Certifed Menopuase Practitioner, perinatal expert, author, international speaker, and guide: |
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This specialized retreat is for women experiencing the challenges of peri/menopause: insomnia, brain fog, mood swings, hot flashes, vaginal dryness, weight gain, exhaustion, diminished sex drive, and memory loss. Here you will be HEARD and SEEN with kindness, respect, and care. We offer a safe space and honest, up-to-date education on holistic, functional, and traditional paths to peri/menopausal wellness to help you take steps toward feeling like a NEW and Thriving you all while enjoying the sacred and unique expreinces Bali has to offer. We listen, treat you with care, and embrace you with compassion. Your concerns are important; they won't be brushed off. At Thrive During the Transition you will have fun being pampered and experiencing the beauty and spirituality of Bali. We will dance, laugh, soak, play, eat amazing food, learn, and connect! Don't miss out on this opportunity to thrive, to change your life.
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Have You Begun the Transition?
Are you experiencing...
Power surges (Hot flashes)
Fatigue and exhaustion
Mood fluctuations that feel uncontrollable
Lack of sleep
Hair loss
Painful sex
Not recognizing yourself
Feeling like your body does not belong to you
Uncomfortable gut issues
High levels of anxiety
You deserve a retreat that changes your life and health.
Do you want to be able to:
Balance your moods
Sleep better
Lose weight, feel stronger
Steady your hormones
Identify foods that support your changing body
Have some time to rest, renew, relax
Discover the beauty and power in perimenopause
Identify with and celebrate your new perimenopausal body
Feel heard and seen by women experiencing the same things as you
Learn how to meditate and be mindful (or take meditation deeper)
Experience the wonders of Bali
Laugh, dance, soak in healing waters, and CONNECT
You deserve a retreat.
Power surges (Hot flashes)
Fatigue and exhaustion
Mood fluctuations that feel uncontrollable
Lack of sleep
Hair loss
Painful sex
Not recognizing yourself
Feeling like your body does not belong to you
Uncomfortable gut issues
High levels of anxiety
You deserve a retreat that changes your life and health.
Do you want to be able to:
Balance your moods
Sleep better
Lose weight, feel stronger
Steady your hormones
Identify foods that support your changing body
Have some time to rest, renew, relax
Discover the beauty and power in perimenopause
Identify with and celebrate your new perimenopausal body
Feel heard and seen by women experiencing the same things as you
Learn how to meditate and be mindful (or take meditation deeper)
Experience the wonders of Bali
Laugh, dance, soak in healing waters, and CONNECT
You deserve a retreat.
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Menopause is a time of profound transformation, yet it often comes with feelings of imbalance and overwhelm. Your body, mind, and spirit are shifting, and while you may sense the extraordinary power within this transition, it can be difficult to know how to embrace it fully—especially when the topic of menopause is still shrouded in discomfort or silence.
But what if this stage of life is meant to be celebrated? What if, instead of feeling lost, you could feel empowered, vibrant, and deeply connected to yourself? The question is: Will you say yes to you? You deserve a retreat that changes your life and health. |
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Bali Sacred Healing Waters Experience: the Sacred Water Healing experience is more than just an activity—it’s a profound spiritual journey. Rooted in the island’s rich traditions and natural beauty, this sacred ritual offers a unique opportunity for self-discovery, healing, and transformation.
For those navigating life’s transitions, this ceremony becomes a powerful space to connect deeply with yourself and the energies around you. Guided by a skilled healer, you step into the sacred waters, offering prayers and being gently bathed by their healing touch. The experience is grounding, revitalizing, and deeply symbolic. As you look around, you see the women beside you—your sisters in this journey. You feel the embrace of support, love, and kindness from this circle of connection. In this moment, you are fully present, profoundly connected, and deeply grateful to be in the body you’re in. You’ve begun to thrive, reclaiming your energy, your joy, and your power. This is where healing begins. This is where transformation unfolds. Will you take the step into your own sacred journey? |
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Healing Fire Ceremony: Experience the transformative power of a Balinese Fire Healing Ceremony at an ashram in Bali, which will culminate our week long experience together. This ancient ritual offers a profound journey of renewal and empowerment. As the flames flicker and dance, participants are invited to release their fears and anxieties and embrace their new phase of life with strength and peace. Guided by experienced healers, this ceremony is a deeply personal experience of spiritual cleansing and rejuvenation. It's an opportunity to connect with the elemental energy of fire, symbolizing the burning away of old patterns and the ignition of new beginnings. You will be changed by the Balinese Fire Healing as your final gift from the retreat, offering reflection, healing, and growth during this significant life transition.
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Retreat Held in Blissful Bali
Experienced both the sand and beach in Sanur and the exquisite rice fields and jungle of Ubud.
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We have curated a safe, loving, and accepting space to create a sense of well-being while you embrace and learn all about this powerful stage in your evolution. This immersive program offers you a rare opportunity to have both guided and self-guided experiences in Sanur near the beach in Bali and Ubud, the spiritual center in Bali with the famous Monkey Forest and peaceful rice fields.
Do you want to.... Discover a renewed balance Re-establish your joy Reconnect with your power Understand what is happening in your body Create a plan for optimal living during this period Embrace the power of perimenopause You deserve a retreat. Your main retreat is set near Ubud, at the Kuwarasan Pramana Experience Resort. Nestled in the lush greeneries of the rice fields, surrounded by palm and coconut trees. The resort promises a little piece of relaxed heaven on earth. This retreat center won the Best Luxury Resort of 2022. The luxurious retreat space will provide everything you need to relax, refresh, rest, renew, and learn about this powerful and incredible metamorphosis you are experiencing. There will be optional spa services available to enhance your experience at the onsite spa with jacuzzi, beauty salon, and gym. There is plenty of time to take in the surrounding activities during our down time: shopping in Ubud, soaking in the soak on Sanur beach, having a "fish" pedicure, walking through the rice fields, exploring the art galleries, walking through the sacred Monkey Forest, and so much more. |
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What You Can Expect
- Daily gentle movement practice curated for bodies in transition
- Guided meditations and intention setting
- Connection circles with Laurel Wilson, exploring the changes in your body and how to optimize this time in your life
- Half-board, including all Balinese breakfasts, some lunches and dinners
- Exploration of your vision, dreams, desires
- Meditative Balinese offering class
- Fire Healing Ceremony at an Ashram
- Sacred Water Healing Ceremony, Tea Tasting and Bali Swing
- Boreh Sauna, Scrub and Massage and Wellness Rock Pools
- Guided discussion and activities designed to provide insight for personal discovery
- Heart-to-heart conversations with extraordinary women
- Opportunities for quiet reflection, journaling
- Unique goody bag for optimizing your wellness
- Journal and pen
- Power and manifestation bracelet
You deserve a retreat that changes your life and health.
When Can I Register?
Registration is happening SOON! It will be first come, first served.
Tap In to Your Power!
Shine!
Agenda for Retreat
(Times and offerings may be adjusted/changed at discretion of organizer)
REGISTRATION starting soon!
Wednesday
Personal Time Options:
Questions? bookings@laurelawilson.com
(Times and offerings may be adjusted/changed at discretion of organizer)
REGISTRATION starting soon!
Wednesday
- Early afternoon arrive in Densapar, Bali, transport included to Sanur hotel at 2:00
- 2:00 Check in, chill, nap on beach
- 5:00-6:30 Welcome and Connection Circle
- 7:00 Dinner with group
- Optional star gazing on beach
- 7:00 -8:00 Optional morning intention setting, meditation, movement
- 8:00 - 9:00 Breakfast
- 9:00 Check out and transport to new resort in Ubud
- 1:00-4:30 Lunch at second resort and free time to discover resort and surroundings
- 4:30-6:00 Official opening Connection Circle with Laurel Wilson
- 6:30 Welcome with Balinese Priest
- 7:00 Dinner
- 7:00 -8:00 Optional morning intention setting, meditation, movement
- 8:00 - 9:00 Breakfast
- 9:00 - 10:00 Washing it away activity
- 10:00-3:30 Sacred water healing, Balinese swing, tea tasting and lunch
- 3:30-5:00 Relaxing and free time
- 5:00 - 6:30 Connection circle and creating a personalized power gemstone bead bracelet
- 6:30 Free time, dinner on own (try one of the AMAZING restaurants in Ubud)
- 7:00 - 8:00 Optional morning intention setting, meditation, movement
- 8:00 - 9:00 Breakfast
- 9:00 -12:00 Connection Circle
- 12:00 -5:00 Relax, rest. and explore
- 5:00 - 6:00 Connection Circle
- 6:00 - 9:00 Fire Dance and Royal Dinner
- 7:00 - 8:00 Optional morning intention setting, meditation, movement
- 8:00 - 9:00 Breakfast
- 9:00-11:00 Optional walk in Sacred Monkey Forest
- 11:00 -1:00 Optional Taksu spa and pampering
- 1:00 - 2:00 Raw lunch experience in rice fields
- 2:30-5:00 Free time
- 5:00 - 6:30 The Upgrade Connection Circle
- 7:00 Dinner at resort
- 7:00 - 8:00 Optional morning intention setting, meditation, movement
- 8:00 - 9:00 Breakfast
- 9:00 - 10:00 What are you grateful for? Moving into your life with gratitude
- 10:00-11:30 Balinese offering class
- 11:30 - 5:00 Explore Ubud on your own (shop, visit galleries, chill in coffee shops, wander)
- 5:00 - 6:00 Letting Go, Letting In Connection Circle
- 6:00 - 7:00 Dinner
- 7:00 - 9:00 Sacred Fire Healing Ceremony
- 7:00 - 8:00 Optional morning intention setting, meditation, movement
- 8:00 - 9:00 Breakfast
- 9:00-10:00 Closing Ceremony
- 10:00 - 12:00 Pack and say goodbye
- 12:00 Check out
- Transport to airport
Personal Time Options:
- Do you own thing!
- Rest, journal, read, soak in hot tub, wander on property and into Sanur and Ubud
- Shop in Balinese artisan shops
- Visit Bali galleries
- Walk in the Sacred Monkey Forest
- Take a yoga class
- Take a Balinese dance class
- Optional spa service at hotels or in Ubud (from $30!!!)
Questions? bookings@laurelawilson.com
Your Guide for the Retreat
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Laurel Wilson, IBCLC, RLC, INHC, CLE, CLD, CCCE, PPFE
Wellness Advocate, International Speaker, Retreat Guide, and Transition Mentor Laurel is an international speaker, author, journeyer, traveler, wellness advocate, mother, wife, friend, and seeker. She is a Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach and a Certified Menopause Practitioner. Laurel has spent thirty years educating and supporting women throughout the various life cycles as a doula, lactation consultant, perinatal educator, speaker, author of best-selling books, yoga instructor, Camino travel guide, and wellness coach. She has a specific interest in epigenetics, the microbiome, nutrition, and sleep. During her experience in the transition time of life (perimenopause), she realized how many women feel estranged and wish for community AND answers during this time. This led to her desire to be a transition mentor and offer retreats to support women experiencing this incredible and challenging life change. She enjoys writing books, speaking at conferences on perinatal and women's health issues, consulting, training the healthcare community on women's health issues, and serving on maternal child health boards. You can often find her hiking, meditating, mountain biking, kayaking, taking road trips, and reading women's travel books, spiritual books, and historical biographies. |
Details About Perimenopause Sessions
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We will address: mind/body spirit issues related to perimenopause
Connection Circles with Laurel Wilson Throughout the retreat we will have a variety of topical discussions and connection ceremonies addressing this powerful opportunity in a woman's life. Topics such as sexuality, personal power, invisibility, changing body image, and our changing roles in society will be addressed. These connection circles are a time to discover, grieve, celebrate, and step into your power. |
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We will address sore joints and muscles, body image and weight:
How to use exercise to support hormone balance during perimenopause. The conversation will include the role of cortisol and stress in our exercise choices, the role of inflammaging, and how to better connect with our bodies to feel better (and stronger!). |
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We will address hot flashes, sleep, gut issues, mood support, and hormone imbalance issues, and nutrition for THRIVING!
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We will address emotional and creative health:
Discussions on community, creativity, ultradian and circadian rhythms, finding your joy, daily mindfulness meditation and intention setting, and Balinese activities like the making of Balinese offerings will help you reconnect to yourself. |
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Your On-Site Accommodation Options
When Can I Register?
Registration is happening SOON! The retreat is expected to sell out quickly. To ensure that you have a spot, please sign up early. There is limited space available. A max of 16 participants plus practitioners can attend the retreat.
Registration includes: All daytime retreat sessions, all breakfasts, half lunch and dinners, swag bag, bracelet; access to Sacred water healing ceremony, Bali Swing, and tea tasting with Lunch; access to Boreh Sauna with a scrub and massage; access to Rock Pools soaking; access to Fire Dance and Royal Dinner; Balinese offering class; access to Fire Healing ceremony; gift bags; and transport to and form airport to hotel (ONLY if you are available during pick up times).
What registration does NOT include: travel to and from retreat location (airfare), alcoholic beverages, access to nearby attractions not included in retreat, any meals taken off-site, catered specialized diets, additional spa treatments, travel insurance (attendees MUST get their own travel insurance), and any rental of scooters/bicycles.
Questions? bookings@laurelawilson.com
Registration includes: All daytime retreat sessions, all breakfasts, half lunch and dinners, swag bag, bracelet; access to Sacred water healing ceremony, Bali Swing, and tea tasting with Lunch; access to Boreh Sauna with a scrub and massage; access to Rock Pools soaking; access to Fire Dance and Royal Dinner; Balinese offering class; access to Fire Healing ceremony; gift bags; and transport to and form airport to hotel (ONLY if you are available during pick up times).
What registration does NOT include: travel to and from retreat location (airfare), alcoholic beverages, access to nearby attractions not included in retreat, any meals taken off-site, catered specialized diets, additional spa treatments, travel insurance (attendees MUST get their own travel insurance), and any rental of scooters/bicycles.
Questions? bookings@laurelawilson.com
Cancellation Policies
Cancellation is non-refundable after purchase. Your space can be transferred to another participant only WITH PRIOR WRITTEN APPROVAL from Laurel Wilson. Transfer is not guaranteed and registrant must find the person to transfer her space to. Participants MUST purchase their own comprehensive travel insurance and trip cancellation insurance. See information on insurance below.
Insure Your Trip!!!
Taking yourself on a menopause retreat is an important investment in your health for body, mind, and spirit. Therefore, please, protect your investment. There are NO REFUNDS for registration– and remember LIFE happens!
Canceling a trip is difficult, and can be financially challenging when you have not purchased trip coverage. Therefore, we REQUIRE our attendees to purchase trip insurance on our retreats, for your and our peace of mind. This protects everyone from unlikely and unforeseen situations. There are many different types of trip insurance.
PURCHASING TRIP INSURANCE
You can purchase trip insurance with companies like allianz.com or insuremytrip.com, however, there are many out there. Please compare the plan options to compare the different coverage and pricing options. Each company has representatives that can help you find the best option. Find out which policy is right for you. Consider each option carefully, but you MUST insure your trip.
BASIC TRIP INSURANCE
Basic trip insurance covers many essential things such as cancellations for covered reasons, medical and trip delays. Depending on your credit card, you may also have trip insurance benefits as part of your cardholder status.
CANCEL FOR ANY REASON/CANCEL FOR WORK INSURANCE
The highest level of protection is achieved by adding “cancel for any reason” or “cancel for work” coverage to your trip insurance. With basic insurance you need to ensure you are canceling due to one of their qualified reasons (e.g. cancel or interrupt your trip due to an illness, injury, or death of you, a family member, traveling companion or business partner or other covered reasons).
With "cancel for any reason" the insurance company can reimburse ~50-75% of non-refundable expenses if you cancel your trip for any reason, usually up to 48 hours prior to your departure. Every policy and plan is different, so be sure to read the fine print.
THRIVE DURING THE TRANSITION RETREAT TERMS
Due to the intimate size of our retreats, our retreats are non-refundable for any reason, after you submit your payment. This is why we require you to purchase trip insurance after you make your payment. This protects you, protects your investment, and maintains the operational integrity of the retreat event for everyone.
Basically, you are required to purchase trip insurance after you register and pay for our retreat. We strongly recommend adding the “cancel for any reason” level of coverage.
Thank you!
Canceling a trip is difficult, and can be financially challenging when you have not purchased trip coverage. Therefore, we REQUIRE our attendees to purchase trip insurance on our retreats, for your and our peace of mind. This protects everyone from unlikely and unforeseen situations. There are many different types of trip insurance.
PURCHASING TRIP INSURANCE
You can purchase trip insurance with companies like allianz.com or insuremytrip.com, however, there are many out there. Please compare the plan options to compare the different coverage and pricing options. Each company has representatives that can help you find the best option. Find out which policy is right for you. Consider each option carefully, but you MUST insure your trip.
BASIC TRIP INSURANCE
Basic trip insurance covers many essential things such as cancellations for covered reasons, medical and trip delays. Depending on your credit card, you may also have trip insurance benefits as part of your cardholder status.
CANCEL FOR ANY REASON/CANCEL FOR WORK INSURANCE
The highest level of protection is achieved by adding “cancel for any reason” or “cancel for work” coverage to your trip insurance. With basic insurance you need to ensure you are canceling due to one of their qualified reasons (e.g. cancel or interrupt your trip due to an illness, injury, or death of you, a family member, traveling companion or business partner or other covered reasons).
With "cancel for any reason" the insurance company can reimburse ~50-75% of non-refundable expenses if you cancel your trip for any reason, usually up to 48 hours prior to your departure. Every policy and plan is different, so be sure to read the fine print.
THRIVE DURING THE TRANSITION RETREAT TERMS
Due to the intimate size of our retreats, our retreats are non-refundable for any reason, after you submit your payment. This is why we require you to purchase trip insurance after you make your payment. This protects you, protects your investment, and maintains the operational integrity of the retreat event for everyone.
Basically, you are required to purchase trip insurance after you register and pay for our retreat. We strongly recommend adding the “cancel for any reason” level of coverage.
Thank you!
Disclaimer
Our programs and retreats are intended to help you learn about the stages of perimenopause and menopause so that you can step fully into your health journey and be your own health advocate. Health journeys often take persistence, research, and commitment to see the results that you wish to enjoy. As stipulated by law, we cannot and do not make any guarantees about your ability to get results or improve your health. We are not your healthcare providers, nor do we make diagnoses or personalized health plans, and your results in life are up to you based on the decisions and actions you take. We want to help you by providing you with excellent education and knowledgeable facilitators to learn from and discover new things about yourself and this stage in your life. This retreat is for educational and informational purposes only, it is not meant to diagnose, prescribe, or identify health issues that are unique to you. Making health decisions based on any information presented in the retreat, should be done only with the consult of your health care provider. This retreat and the sessions included within the retreat are not to take the place of medical advice provided by one's healthcare provider. The retreat organizer and presenters do not claim that you will see any specific results as a result of attending the retreat. The retreat is meant for relaxation and learning exchange, not as a substitute for medical care. We do want you to know that you will be supported here, you will not be judged, you will be listened to, and you will be respected.
FAQs
When can I register?
Registration opens mid-January 2025 and is first come, first served.
What is the cost?
You can find the investment prices by clicking on the registration buttons.
What is included/excluded in the cost?
The retreat fee includes the main retreat sessions, retreat activities, breakfast and half boarding meals, gift bag, lodging, transport to activities, transport to and form hotels (provided you are available during the pick up times).
Not included: airfare, specialized foods (for special diets), alcoholic beverages, trip insurance (which is required).
All investment prices will be provided when the registration goes live Mid-Decemberr. It is first come, first served, so sign up for the list today, click here.
What airports are close to the retreat?
You can fly Denpasar, Bali (DPS). Transport is provided by the retreat, but ONLY if you arrive within the window suggested and only if you are leaving for airport at end of retreat. Please do NOT book non-refundable airfare until retreat is confirmed, 4 months prior to retreat start date.
What do I need to bring? (swimsuit, hiking shoes, journal, water bottle, etc.)
We will provide a list of items to bring when you register.
What is the refund policy?
Cancellation is completely non-refundable after purchase. Your space can be transferred to another participant only WITH PRIOR WRITTEN APPROVAL from Laurel Wilson. Transfer is not guaranteed and registrant must find the person to transfer her space to. Participants MUST purchase their own comprehensive travel insurance and trip cancellation insurance. Allianz Travel has great travel insurance options.
What is the weather in Bali typically like in October?
Typically the weather is beautiful in Bali in these months. During the day it is typically in the 81-84 Fahrenheit. There is little rain during this time, but bring a raincoat just in case. This is considered the ideal time to visit Bali.
Is smoking allowed on this retreat (cannabis or otherwise?)
This is a non-smoking retreat and a non-smoking campus. Indonesia has extreme and strict governance about cannabis and other substances.
What is the policy on personal cellphone usage during the retreat? (will attendees be required to put phones aside except during free time?)
We ask that cell phones be placed on silent during ENTIRE retreat. Please leave cell phones in your bedroom during sessions. We encourage you to have a social media and digital free retreat, using your cell phone for personal emergencies/check in with the family/partners only. Check with your carrier about coverage in Bali. If you have an unlocked cell phone, you can buy you can easily pick up a SIM card at XL Axiata Booth at the International Arrival Hall of I Gusti Ngurah Rai Airport which is open 24 hours every day of the week for SIM card pick-ups. Or you can find SIM cards at various shops.
Do I need a visa to go to Bali?
Yes
The cost is IDR 500,000 (ca. USD 50 / AUD 50) per person
What is the policy on taking photographs during the retreat (by either attendees or hosts?) Will you be using our photos on your social media?
Personal photography is allowed for your personal memories only. Please do NOT post photos of anyone at the retreat (other than yourself) on ANY social media platform to protect everyone's privacy, unless you have explicit permission from all in the photo. We will have some group photo options that can be placed on social media and participants can opt in the group photo based on their wish.
Are there any books or articles recommended to read before the retreat?
We recommend:
If I am transgender and identify as male, but was assigned female at birth and am experiencing this perimenopause transition. Is this retreat for me?
This retreat is curated for individuals who identify as female and are experiencing perimenopause symptoms. If you have questions about whether or not this retreat will be helpful for you, please email the organizer at info@motherjourney.com.
How much does it cost?
The cost of the retreat is available on the registration form.
Do I have to pay the total amount at the time of booking, or are there payment plans?
A minimum 30% non-refundable deposit is due upon registration. Full payment is due 120 days prior to the start of the retreat.
What is the maximum number of people who will be at this retreat?
16 attendees plus practitioners.
Is there a swag bag? What’s in it?
There will be a swag bag. Items will vary at each retreat.
What are the sleeping arrangements for onsite? Will everyone have their own room? Will bed or room sharing be required?
There are private or shared rooms available. There are only a FEW shared rooms available, so if you want to share a room for a reduced rate, please register as soon as possible. Once the spots are gone, they are gone.
Will dietary restrictions and requests be accommodated?
We cannot acommodate all dietary restrictions. If you have a very sensitive or stringent dietary restrictions, we advise you to work with the hotel or restaurant.
Is the retreat ADA accessible?
The retreat location is not specifically-ADA accessible.
Can I drink alcohol at the retreat?
Participants are welcome to purchase alcohol from the hotel bar or thier beverages of choice. The retreat is not providing alcoholic beverages. Any drinking must be minimal/moderate. Drunken/dangerous behavior can result in expulsion from the retreat gatherings with NO REFUND.
Registration opens mid-January 2025 and is first come, first served.
What is the cost?
You can find the investment prices by clicking on the registration buttons.
What is included/excluded in the cost?
The retreat fee includes the main retreat sessions, retreat activities, breakfast and half boarding meals, gift bag, lodging, transport to activities, transport to and form hotels (provided you are available during the pick up times).
Not included: airfare, specialized foods (for special diets), alcoholic beverages, trip insurance (which is required).
All investment prices will be provided when the registration goes live Mid-Decemberr. It is first come, first served, so sign up for the list today, click here.
What airports are close to the retreat?
You can fly Denpasar, Bali (DPS). Transport is provided by the retreat, but ONLY if you arrive within the window suggested and only if you are leaving for airport at end of retreat. Please do NOT book non-refundable airfare until retreat is confirmed, 4 months prior to retreat start date.
What do I need to bring? (swimsuit, hiking shoes, journal, water bottle, etc.)
We will provide a list of items to bring when you register.
What is the refund policy?
Cancellation is completely non-refundable after purchase. Your space can be transferred to another participant only WITH PRIOR WRITTEN APPROVAL from Laurel Wilson. Transfer is not guaranteed and registrant must find the person to transfer her space to. Participants MUST purchase their own comprehensive travel insurance and trip cancellation insurance. Allianz Travel has great travel insurance options.
What is the weather in Bali typically like in October?
Typically the weather is beautiful in Bali in these months. During the day it is typically in the 81-84 Fahrenheit. There is little rain during this time, but bring a raincoat just in case. This is considered the ideal time to visit Bali.
Is smoking allowed on this retreat (cannabis or otherwise?)
This is a non-smoking retreat and a non-smoking campus. Indonesia has extreme and strict governance about cannabis and other substances.
What is the policy on personal cellphone usage during the retreat? (will attendees be required to put phones aside except during free time?)
We ask that cell phones be placed on silent during ENTIRE retreat. Please leave cell phones in your bedroom during sessions. We encourage you to have a social media and digital free retreat, using your cell phone for personal emergencies/check in with the family/partners only. Check with your carrier about coverage in Bali. If you have an unlocked cell phone, you can buy you can easily pick up a SIM card at XL Axiata Booth at the International Arrival Hall of I Gusti Ngurah Rai Airport which is open 24 hours every day of the week for SIM card pick-ups. Or you can find SIM cards at various shops.
Do I need a visa to go to Bali?
Yes
The cost is IDR 500,000 (ca. USD 50 / AUD 50) per person
- Online Purchase (e-VoA) per credit card on the (extra fees might apply) OFFICIAL immigration website
- Purchase at the airport arrival hall and pay at the VoA counter in cash (EUR, GBP, AUD, USD, SGD, IDR) or by credit card (no AMEX)
- Additional Fees - Bali Tourism Levy: Effective February 14, 2024, a tourist tax of IDR 150,000 (approximately $15 USD) is required for all foreign visitors. This fee supports the preservation of Balinese culture and environment.
What is the policy on taking photographs during the retreat (by either attendees or hosts?) Will you be using our photos on your social media?
Personal photography is allowed for your personal memories only. Please do NOT post photos of anyone at the retreat (other than yourself) on ANY social media platform to protect everyone's privacy, unless you have explicit permission from all in the photo. We will have some group photo options that can be placed on social media and participants can opt in the group photo based on their wish.
Are there any books or articles recommended to read before the retreat?
We recommend:
- The Upgrade, Louann Brizendine
- Hormone Balance Bible, Shawn Tassone
- The New Menopausal Years, Susan Weed.
- Come As You Are, Emily Negoski
- Hormone Intelligence, Aviva Romm
- The Body Keeps the Score, Vessel van der Kolk
If I am transgender and identify as male, but was assigned female at birth and am experiencing this perimenopause transition. Is this retreat for me?
This retreat is curated for individuals who identify as female and are experiencing perimenopause symptoms. If you have questions about whether or not this retreat will be helpful for you, please email the organizer at info@motherjourney.com.
How much does it cost?
The cost of the retreat is available on the registration form.
Do I have to pay the total amount at the time of booking, or are there payment plans?
A minimum 30% non-refundable deposit is due upon registration. Full payment is due 120 days prior to the start of the retreat.
What is the maximum number of people who will be at this retreat?
16 attendees plus practitioners.
Is there a swag bag? What’s in it?
There will be a swag bag. Items will vary at each retreat.
What are the sleeping arrangements for onsite? Will everyone have their own room? Will bed or room sharing be required?
There are private or shared rooms available. There are only a FEW shared rooms available, so if you want to share a room for a reduced rate, please register as soon as possible. Once the spots are gone, they are gone.
Will dietary restrictions and requests be accommodated?
We cannot acommodate all dietary restrictions. If you have a very sensitive or stringent dietary restrictions, we advise you to work with the hotel or restaurant.
Is the retreat ADA accessible?
The retreat location is not specifically-ADA accessible.
Can I drink alcohol at the retreat?
Participants are welcome to purchase alcohol from the hotel bar or thier beverages of choice. The retreat is not providing alcoholic beverages. Any drinking must be minimal/moderate. Drunken/dangerous behavior can result in expulsion from the retreat gatherings with NO REFUND.