Rejuvenation
Vacations
Join Mary and Allison in this peaceful retreat to, relax, rejuvenate and rest...........island style!
in the extraordinary, pristine, natural beauty of the Caribbean
Relax and rejuvenate on beautiful St. John in the Virgin Islands, a protected space where development is limited and natural beauty abounds, which has one of the
ten most beautiful beaches on Earth, an island that is primarily National Park with crystal clear seas, Caribbean flair, low-key (we don't even have a traffic light!).
St. John is a direct flight from many U.S. cities and provides the safety of a Caribbean experience under the U.S. flag.
Mary
Angela Buffo is the owner/director of Ananda
Yoga & Wellness Center in Southampton N.Y.
She thoroughly enjoys both teaching classes to groups and working privately with individuals. Mary has studied with many
teachers (Anglea Farmer, Todd Norian, John Friend, Eric Schiffman)and continues to learn every day. She is a certified
hatha yoga teacher through Todd Norian, Kripalu yoga teacher, Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapist and an ordained minister.
Mary has also worked as a mental health counselor for over 12 years. Her classes are physical with a challenging vinyasa
flow while staying conscious of the emotional and mental experiences. She has a loving approach to her teachings, creating
a safe environment for all students. Her intention is to bring people back to their bodies so that they can empower their lives.
Mary Angela has been studying and practicing yoga and meditation for over 15 years. For more about Mary, click here.
You will be nurtured in a luxurious setting, in beautiful villas on healthy, naturally energized St. John, one of the Caribbean’s true pristine treasures. The days will contain explorations
of nature, the beaches, the sea, the rainforest, deep meditation and wonderful island food. You will explore the depths of your being in a beautiful place with knowledgeable,
supportive people. Connect and bond as a group, creating "sacred space." Dine on island specialties on the deck, swim in the villa pools or the nearby tropical bays, hike in the
natural settings, and socialize in the evenings under the stars, a time for social connection, fun and rest.
Accommodations: Casa Luna Villa with Ocean Views and Peaceful Privacy
Participants share a comfortable Caribbean villa, Casa Luna, with stunning ocean views, shared or private rooms and baths, pools, hot tub and sun decks, comfortable and beautiful,
safe, peaceful, surrounded by Virgin Islands National Park, the famous North Shore beaches are quickly accessible, lush surroundings, excellent year-round trade breezes.
Scroll down to bottom of page for more pics of Casa Luna.
Great Turtle Villa
For more photos of Great Turtle Villa, click here
Great Turtle Villa, a lovely Caribbean style four-bedroom, four bath villa with ocean and valley views and pool also hosts guests of the retreat.
It's walking distance from Casa Luna, the main villa of the retreat, with the shuttle connecting the two villas.
Meals and Transportation
Transportation on the island is casual, safari open-air style, a shuttle between villas and the group transportation on island.
Flights are to nearby St. Thomas STT and taxi (not included in retreat package) takes you to the St. John ferry. We meet you on St. John and escort you to the villas.
Meals are delicious and healthy, with casual breakfast provisions of fresh tropical fruits, smoothies, breads, granolas at each villa to accommodate your personal morning
preferences and schedule. Lunches are prepared picnic-style for the afternoon adventures. Wonderful dinners including island specialties and vegetarian fare are catered
and served on the deck under the stars, buffet style with fabulous entrees and decadent desserts. You can "make yourself at home" in the villa kitchens at any time.
Retreat
Coordination
Allison Smith, Ph.D., a 23-year St. John resident, brings years of experience in coordination of events and retreats. She assists throughout your retreat with local
knowledge and personalized service to assure a well organized stress-free retreat experience. A retreat leader from Chicago says "St. John is absolutely one of the most
beautiful and naturally spiritual places in the world. Allison’s gentle and loving energy and depth of spiritual awareness is a gift to anyone who is lucky enough to know her."
Don't miss this great opportunity! Register now! Retreat includes:
- A full week (7 nights) in a Caribbean villa shared with other retreat participants, double occupancy bedroom and bath, pool and hot tub, expansive decks, air conditioned bedrooms, ocean views, fully furnished, all amenities including a mid-week cleaning service
- Daily group meditations, retreat community experience, guided hikes and island excursions
- Breakfast provisions, picnic lunches and dinners on the deck
- Guided hikes to secret St. John places for meditation and sunsets, island adventures, picnics on the beach
- Island transportation, onsite coordinator, concierge with local expertise
- Lots of free time for personal (and island!) exploration, hammock warming, star gazing, relaxation and rest
- Sunset sails, massages, day sails, scuba diving, yoga, Reef Bay hike available for additional fees
- Airfare to/from St. Thomas (STT), transfers not included
$2200 per person Double occupancy only
Payments:
3 payments of $733 including a deposit of
$733 to reserve the spot.
Cancellation before 12/09 $50
Cancellation after 12/09 50%
Cancellation after 1/10 full payment
Contact: Mary Angela Buffo (631)204-1219 or Allison Smith (340)779-4585 relax@stjohnretreats.com
"As I
watched the sun go down, I felt my blood pressure do the same!
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