Mary Funkhouser

Journeys That Fit

Radiant Renewal Wellness Retreat - Cabo

Feb 18, 2026 to Feb 22, 2026
Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
 
Radiant Renewal Wellness Retreat
with
Dr. Desi Bartlett, EdD, CPT, E-RYT
&
Dr. Natiya Guin, ND, MEd, NBC-HWC
 
Retreat Dates
Wednesday - Sunday
February 18 - 22, 2026 (4 nights)
Stay Longer - Group rates available PRE & POST Feb 15-18 & 22-23

Women's Retreat
 Non-Retreat Guests Also Encouraged; Co-eds Welcome
 
Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
 
Los Cabos & Cabo San Lucas - Grand Velas Los Cabos
 

Journeys That Fit is proud to announce our second collaboration with exciting hosts:

Dr. Desi Bartlett, an international yoga expert, author, and respected voice in women's health

and

Dr. Natiya Guin, a naturopathic doctor and skin care expert focused on holistic women's health.     



in an extraordinary location, Grand Velas Los Cabos

EXPERT GUIDANCE   
With their decades of experience, our hosts understand that a full healthy life has five important elements: Purpose, Passion, Community, Fitness, and Nutrition.   Join Dr. Desi Bartlett and Dr. Natiya Guin on this transformational retreat where you will reconnect with your inner radiance and embark on a journey toward vitality in body, mind, and heart.   For more encouragement that participating in Desi's and Natiya's retreats are beneficial, in April 2025, Entrepreneur and Due highlighted their work in the article, "Why Prioritizing Wellness is a Smart Financial Strategy for Women."    

Dr. Desi Bartlett
EdD., CPT E-RYT, passionate about yoga, fitness, and women’s health

Strength From the Inside Out!
  • Dr Desi has been teaching health and wellness for over 30 years and is dedicated to empowering women.   
  • She holds a bachelor's degree in kinesiology, a master's in corporate fitness, and a doctorate in exercise science.
  • As a certified expert in yoga, personal training, prenatal and postnatal fitness, and group fitness, Desi has guided countless individuals on their wellness journeys—including celebrity moms like Ashley Tisdale, Emma Roberts, and Kate Hudson. 
  • Her expertise has been featured on major networks including ABC, NBC, FOX, Univision, Hallmark, and Lifetime, and she has graced the covers of more than 10 yoga and wellness magazines.
  • She is a dynamic motivator and widely sought-after international presenter and spokesperson.  Listen to her in her own words.  
  • Her innovative approach to teaching is to tap into one’s inner joy and let movement be an outer expression of that state.
  • Desi’s inspiring and unique classes have been featured on many networks making her a sought after global ambassador.
  • Desi is an accomplished innovative creator having created Bodymind Workout™, a unique blend of yoga, fitness, and meditation designed to cultivate strength from the inside out. 
  • Internationally published author of Your Strong, Sexy Pregnancy: A Yoga and Fitness Guide and co-author of Total Body Beautiful: Secrets to Looking and Feeling Your Best After Age 35.

Dr. Natiya Guin
Naturopathic Doctor, Women's Health Expert - internal & external

Health is Wealth!

  • Dr. Natiya Guin is a leader in functional medicine; as a licensed naturopathic doctor and nationally certified health and wellness coach, she is dedicated to the deep empowerment of women and families in their whole health picture. 
  • In her practice, women are given community and sisterhood by working with Dr. Natiya and her team to receive personalized medical care, health coaching, retreats (such as this one), labs, high quality tailored supplements, educational resources and her organic line, Deep Living  Skincare. 
  • She is the founder of the Deep Living Wellness platform: connecting all areas of the health paradigm from emotional, to creative, to physical; empowering women at the center of their care.   She focuses on optimizing hormone health, balancing the endocrine system, and prioritizing GI function to provide women with their most radiant and energized health.
     
  • It was Natiya’s aim to heal her own daughter's eczema when mainstream medicine and topicals did not help that started her on the ethical medicine and skincare journey that inevitably led her to become a women’s health advocate and skin expert.
  • She treats many of Hollywood’s most prominent moms and has been featured in publications such as People, VeryWell Heath, WomenFirst, Frenshe, Om Yoga Magazine and beyond.  
  • Dr. Natiya is a wife, mother of three, university professor, national speaker, and author. 
 Grand Velas Los Cabos [Review] — Shoreline Destinations | Extraordinary  Vacations

RETREAT OVERVIEW

We will move our bodies, expand our minds, learn about holistic health and skin care, build connections with a vibrant, like-minded community, laugh, and yes, celebrate life by saying, “cheers!”  

RETREAT LOCATION & LODGING

  • Stunning five-star all-inclusive Grand Velas Los Cabos is located on the breathtaking coast of Baja California Sur, between Cabo San Lucas and San Jose Del Cabo, with beautiful views of the Sea of Cortez.
  • Escape to the epitome of luxury with an all-suites retreat with ocean views and private terraces that seamlessly blend the indoors and outdoor

NON-RETREAT GUESTS
  • If you bring a non-retreat guest, you will have time to share with them both inside and outside our retreat agenda. 

 

RETREAT INCLUSIONS
  • Ambassador Suite with ocean view and terrace for 4 nights at Grand Velas Los Cabos
    • Solo or Double Occupancy options
    •  Request a king or double queen *
    • Check in 3pm  / Check out Noon
  • All meals and beverages, including alcohol, starting with lunch on arrival day; seven restaurants including one with a Michelin star
  • Two dedicated retreat hosts
  • Two 30-min. private consultations with Dr. Natiya Guin with optional lab results analysis (labs extra cost) - one or both consultations prior to retreat.  
  • All retreat sessions including yoga mats, props, water
  • Group opening and closing sessions
  • Luggage assistance on arrival
  • 24-hour suite service and concierge
  • Pool and beach concierge
  • Retreat Planning Fee $150 per guest
 
NON-RETREAT GUESTS
  • He/she may join: 
    • Complimentary welcome social hour and dinner
    • Complimentary closing dinner
  • Excursion (optional-cost additional for everyone based on selection)
  • Of course, join you during all your leisure time
 
*Bedding type requested, resort confirms availability later
RETREAT EXCLUSIONS
  • Airfare 
  • Spa Treatments + ^
  • Ground transfer ^
    • Group option ~$85 pp roundtrip - shared nonstop
    • Private available
  • Excursion + ^ 
    • Options to be provided
  • Travel Insurance +
  • Gratuities for hotel/ground service +
 
+  Optional
Non-retreat guest may join
 
RESORT AMENITIES
  • Complimentary
    • Water:  Two infinity pools and one adult-only pool
    • Fitness:  Oceanfront fitness center with classes and trainers
    • And More...
  • Fee Per Usage
    • Spa:  SE Spa by Grand Velas was named an aquatic paradise by Forbes
    • Golf:  Three luxury golf courses (Approx. 2.5 miles to 6 miles)
Note:  Ocean swimming directly front of the resort is unsafe due to strong currents.  An easy 1-mile transfer away is the safe Chileno Beach.

Grand Velas Los Cabos


THOUGHTFULLY-DESIGNED ITINERARY

The itinerary was designed for participants to fully engage and benefit from all of the purposeful elements.   However, only you know what best serves you on each given day, so you can use the itinerary as a lovely guide.  

Grand Velas Los Cabos Evening Entertainment: Pictures & Reviews -  Tripadvisor


PRE / POST TRIP 

  • Group rates available for Feb 15 - 18 & Feb 22 - 23, 2026
    • Treat yourself and enjoy the Mexico sun a bit longer at your own pace
  • Feb 17
    • Encouraged to arrive Feb 17 or before to get additional R&R and/or accommodate travel adjustments
    • Enjoy the resort at leisure *
 
FEB. 18
DAY 1 - GROUNDING
  • Arrival and Transfer (if not earlier)
  • Arrive - Grand Velas / Settle into lodging (4 nights) *
  • Explore Resort *
  • Welcome Reception, Introductions, Retreat Overview (approx. 7pm) *
  • Dinner *
 
FEB. 19
DAY 2 - RISING
  • Light breakfast *
  • Yoga & Circle w/ Desi
  • Discussion w/ Natiya
  • At leisure *
  • Restorative Yoga w/ Desi
  • Evening/Dinner at leisure *
 
FEB. 20
DAY 3 - RELEASING
  • Light breakfast *
  • Yoga & Circle w/ Desi
  • Discussion w/ Natiya
  • Lunch *
  • Pick Optional Excursion *
  • Evening/Dinner at leisure *
 
FEB. 21
DAY 4 - TRANSFORMING
  • Light breakfast *
  • Yoga w/ Desi
  • Discussion w/ Natiya
  • Closing Circle
  • At leisure - enjoy resort *
  • Group & Individual Photoshoot *
  • Group Closing Dinner *
 
FEB. 22
DEPARTURE
  • Morning at Leisure *
  • Airport Transfers & Flight Departures * (unless staying longer)
 
Luxury Spa Resort In Los Cabos | Grand Velas Los Cabos
 
Grand Velas Los Cabos | Luxury All-Inclusive and Oceanfront Resort

LOGISTICS & GROUND TRANSPORTATION
  • Arrival
    • Feb 18 or sooner - Flights to Cabo San Lucas (earlier arrival encouraged)
    • All-inclusive amenities and food available starting at 12:00 pm
    • Transfer assistance to be provided - about 40 mins drive plus waiting time for transfer
    • Official check in 3:00 pm
  • Departure
    • Feb 22 or later
    • Official checkout at or before 12:00 pm 
    • Transfer assistance provided
 
EARLY BIRD PAYMENT SCHEDULE  
  • Deposit #1 - Due with registration and inclusive of a $150 travel planning fee.   Payable by August 31 
  • Deposit #2- Payable by October 1
  • Final Payment - Due on or before November 1
  • Additional Nights and Other Add-ons:  Due per guidance provided when item selected AFTER registration
  
EARLY BIRD PRICING & REDUCED DEPOSIT (until August 31)
Solo:  $7,250
  • Deposit #1          $500
  • Deposit #2      $3,375
  • Final                    $3,375
Double Occupancy p/person: $5,550
  • Deposit #1           $500
  • Deposit #2       $2,525
  • Final                     $2,525 
Non-Retreat Guest p/person: $3,850 
  • Deposit #1           $500
  • Deposit #2       $2,000
  • Final                     $1,350 

Payments will be allocated to Journeys That Fit and Classic Vacations, as appropriate. 

Additional Nights:   
  • $1,248 p/solo, $832 p/p double occupancy for Feb 15-18 & Feb 22-23.
  • After registration, you will share in a questionnaire the specific dates you may want additional nights.
 
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
  • Payments are nonrefundable
  • Travel insurance will be offered
 
Any Golfers or Anglers? 
We can help arrange excursions to the links or waters for you and/or your non-retreat guests!
 
Puerto Los Cabos Golf Club in Mexico

HOW TO REGISTER
Click the 'book now' button for more details and then to register.  Fill in your contact details. You will pay the amount due per your registration date payment.   
 
QUESTIONS/ASSISTANCE:
You may reach out to Mary Funkhouser at mary@journeysthatfit.com or 312-520-1986.

Available Packages

Early Bird Retreat Participant - Ocean View Suite with Terrace - Solo
Unavailable as of August 31, 2025

$7,250.00
Deposit: $500.00 per person

Above, select that there is only ONE (1) traveler.
 
EARLY BIRD PRICING & REDUCED DEPOSIT (until August 31)
Solo:  $7,250
Ambassador Suite with ocean view and terrace
  • Deposit #1          $500 - due by Aug. 31
  • Deposit #2      $3,375 - due by Oct. 1 (installment not shown, but required)
  • Final                    $3,375 - due by Nov. 1

Payments will be allocated to Journeys That Fit and Classic Vacations as appropriate. 

Additional Nights:   $1,248 p/solo, $832 p/p double occupancy for Feb 15-18 & Feb 22-23; you will share specific dates in a questionnaire after your first deposit.
 
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
  • Payments are nonrefundable
  • Travel insurance will be offered
 

Early Bird Retreat Participant(s) - Ocean View Suite & Terrace - Double Occupancy
Unavailable as of August 31, 2025

$5,550.00
Deposit: $500.00 per person

Above, select the number of travelers you are paying for - 1 or 2.

EARLY BIRD PRICING & REDUCED DEPOSIT (until August 31)
Double Occupancy p/person: $5,550
Ambassador Suite with ocean view and terrace
  • Deposit #1           $500 - due by Aug. 31
  • Deposit #2       $2,525 - due by Oct. 1 (installment not shown, but required)
  • Final                     $2,525 - due by Nov. 1

Payments will be allocated to Journeys That Fit and Classic Vacations as appropriate. 

Additional Nights:   $1,248 p/solo, $832 p/p double occupancy for Feb 15-18 & Feb 22-23; you will share specific dates in a questionnaire after your first deposit.
 
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
  • Payments are nonrefundable
  • Travel insurance will be offered
 

Early Bird Retreat Participant & Non-Retreat Guest - Ocean View Suite with Terrace - Double Occupancy
Unavailable as of August 31, 2025

$9,400.00
Deposit: $1,000.00 per room

Above, select that you are paying for 1 guest (which really means 1 room)

EARLY BIRD PRICING & REDUCED DEPOSIT (until August 31)
Total  $9,400
Ambassador Suite with ocean view and terrace
  • Deposit #1       $1,000 due by Aug. 31
  • Deposit #2       $4,525 due by Oct. 1 (installment not shown, but required)
  • Final                     $3,875 due by Nov. 1

Double Occupancy p/person: $5,550
  • Deposit #1           $500
  • Deposit #2       $2,525
  • Final                     $2,525 
Non-Retreat Guest p/person: $3,850 
  • Deposit #1           $500
  • Deposit #2       $2,000
  • Final                     $1,350 

Payments will be allocated to Journeys That Fit and Classic Vacations as appropriate. 

Additional Nights:   $1,248 p/solo, $832 p/p double occupancy for Feb 15-18 & Feb 22-23; you will share specific dates in a questionnaire after your first deposit.
 
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
  • Payments are nonrefundable
  • Travel insurance will be offered
 

Early Bird Non-Retreat Guest - Ocean View Suite & Terrace - (paying separately from retreat guest)
Unavailable as of August 31, 2025

$3,850.00
Deposit: $500.00 per person

Above, select that you are paying for 1 guest 

EARLY BIRD PRICING & REDUCED DEPOSIT (until August 31)

Non-Retreat Guest p/person: $3,850 
Ambassador Suite with ocean view and terrace
  • Deposit #1           $500 due by Aug. 31
  • Deposit #2       $2,000 due by Oct. 1 (installment not shown, but required)
  • Final                     $1,350 due by Nov. 1

Payments will be allocated to Journeys That Fit and Classic Vacations as appropriate. 

Additional Nights:   $1,248 p/solo, $832 p/p double occupancy for Feb 15-18 & Feb 22-23; you will share specific dates in a questionnaire after your first deposit.
 
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
  • Payments are nonrefundable
  • Travel insurance will be offered