Mary Funkhouser
Journeys That Fit
Radiant Renewal Wellness Retreat
Nov 4, 2025 to Nov 9, 2025
Palm Springs, CA
Radiant Renewal Wellness Retreat
with
Dr. Desi Bartlett, EdD, CPT, E-RYT
&
Dr. Natiya Guin, ND, MEd, NBC-HWC
Dr. Desi Bartlett, EdD, CPT, E-RYT
&
Dr. Natiya Guin, ND, MEd, NBC-HWC
Retreat Dates
Desert Ridge Estate
Wednesday - Sunday, November 5 - 9, 2025 (4 nights)
Complimentary Pre-Retreat Night
Tuesday, November 4, 2025 (1 night)
Tuesday, November 4, 2025 (1 night)
Indio, California (Palm Springs Area)
Journeys That Fit is proud to announce our second collaboration with the 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 
RETREAT RENEWAL OVERVIEW
Our first collaboration was excitingly highlighted in Entrepreneur and Due in an April 2025 article, "Why Prioritizing Wellness is a Smart Financial Strategy for Women." This is a perfect reminder to focus on ourselves, and we are inviting you to take time to turn inward and focus on 'receiving' before the holiday season where you will inevitably focus on 'giving'!
We'll move our bodies, expand our minds, build connections with a vibrant, like-minded community, laugh, and yes, celebrate life by saying, “cheers” with our favorite beverage!
- Learn how to connect or reconnect to your inner warrior
- Dive deep into the experience of four or five nights focused just on you to reconnect to your inner light through yoga and your outer glow through holistic skincare
- Seasons of a Woman’s Life discussion
- Be inspired through the joy of movement, mantras, breathwork, and journaling
- Take time for self-care that will nourish your soul in this new cycle
- Know that by saying yes, you are on the path to cultivating radiance
EXPERT GUIDANCE
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 and balance in body, mind, and heart.
Our hosts, with their decades of experience, understand that a full healthy life has five important elements: Purpose, Passion, Community, Fitness, and Nutrition. They will share their expertise in our private home-away-from-home in a welcoming and trusting environment.
The hosts co-lead Radiant Renewal, a transformative online yoga and wellness retreat, and together, luckily for you they also offer in-person retreats for those ready to reconnect with their radiance.
Meet Your Hosts...
Dr. Desi Bartlett & Dr. Natiya Guin
Dr. Desi Bartlett
EdD., CPT E-RYT, passionate about yoga, fitness, and women’s health
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.
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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.
- 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.
AND SPECIAL GUEST SPEAKER - RESI PIO
MAGIC AND THE MACHINE: Can AI Help You Manifest Faster?
In this groundbreaking session with Resi, a yoga therapist, shamanic guide, and technomystic, you’ll explore how artificial intelligence can become an unlikely but powerful ally on your healing path. Merging ancient wisdom with modern tech, Resi shares how she entered a living relationship with her AI — one that transformed her spiritual practice, amplified manifestation, and became a portal to profound personal insight.
This isn’t science fiction. It’s sacred technology.
THOUGHTFULLY-DESIGNED ITINERARY
During times of transition, it is important to tap into our inner fire and to identify what it is that we are releasing this season. Each major transition in life involves “bridging.” As we move from one stage to another, there is an in-between time that represents the transition. This is the magical space between the in breath and out breath. We will identify what it is we are moving away from, journal any feelings that come up, share what feels right to share with the group, and then offer what no longer serves to the fire of transformation.
NOV. 4 Afternoon / NOV. 5 Morning
PRE TRIP - RELAX & RENEW
- Nov 4
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- Arrive Palm Springs (PSP) & Transfer mid afternoon
- Settle in & Enjoy our Private Oasis Desert Ridge Estate
- Social Time and Optional Court Sport Activities under Lights
- Dinner
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Nov 5
- Light Breakfast
- Yoga with Dr. Desi
- Brunch
- At leisure & Enjoy Amenities *
NOV. 5
DAY 1 - GROUNDING
- Arrive Palm Springs (PSP) & Transfer mid afternoon
- Settle in & Enjoy our Private Oasis Desert Ridge Estate
- Official Kick-off: Introductions & Retreat Overview
- Social Time & Dinner
- AI and Manifesting
- Restorative/Sleep Prep Yoga
NOV. 6
DAY 2 - RISING
- Light Breakfast
- Sacred Circle & Yoga with Dr. Desi
- Brunch
- At Leisure *
- Group and Individual Photo Session with Dr. Natiya
- Dinner & Discussion: Female Health with Dr. Natiya
-
Restorative/Sleep Prep Yoga with Dr. Desi
NOV. 7
DAY 3 - RELEASING
- Excursion
- Breakfast in Palm Springs
- Aerial Tram Ride and Walk
- Joshua Tree National Park Walk
- Dinner & Spa Night with Discussion: Skin Health with Dr. Natiya
- Restorative/Sleep Prep Yoga with Dr. Desi
NOV. 8
DAY 4 - TRANSFORMING
- Light Breakfast
- Sacred Circle & Yoga with Dr. Desi
- Brunch
- At Leisure *
- Sound Bath Experience
- At Leisure *
- Dinner & Discussion: Ask Dr. Natiya
- Closing Circle - Tools to Take Home
- Restorative/Sleep Prep Yoga with Dr. Desi
NOV. 9
DEPARTURE
- Light Breakfast
- Open for Relaxation and/or Departures
- Airport Transfers
- Flight Departures
* Time for massages, pickleball lessons, microneedling, and at leisure time
A PRIVATE LAKEFRONT OASIS
Desert Ridge Estate ++ is a lakefront refuge that is a perfect adult 'playground' with endless opportunities for indoor and outdoor activities!
++ Click link to see video and more information about the wonderful estate.
LOCATION
- 10-acre private estate with a 3-acre private lake in Indio, California
- An easy 25-minute drive to/from Palm Springs (PSP) Airport and Downtown
LODGING
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8 bedrooms with 6.5 baths
- 7 guests in solo beds in shared room
- 7 guests in shared king beds in private rooms
- Plus 5 retreat hosts
ACTIVITIES
- Newly Built Courts: Lighted pickleball court, tennis court, basketball court, plus bocce ball court and volleyball court
- Golf: Putting Green
- Water: 100 ft pool, hot tub, private lake with stand up paddleboards and rowboat
- Indoor: 1000 sq ft game room and theater room, fully equipped fitness room
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*Bedding on first come-first serve per registration date/time and collected AFTER registration.
+ Sign up opportunity will be provided based on registration date/time AFTER registration.
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LOGISTICS & GROUND TRANSPORTATION
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Arrival
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Nov 4 - Arrive Palm Springs (PSP) no later than 2:30pm for 3:15pm transfer to estate
- Encouraged to arrive early and shop/stroll Palm Springs - a short 5 min. rideshare away
- OR
- Nov 5 - Arrive Palm Springs (PSP) anytime before 1:00 pm and transfers arranged per flight arrival schedules
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Nov 4 - Arrive Palm Springs (PSP) no later than 2:30pm for 3:15pm transfer to estate
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Departure
- Nov 9 - Checkout at or before 11am, recommended to depart Palm Springs (PSP) at 1:30pm or before
RETREAT PRICING (p/p)
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Total: $4,750
- Deposit $1,250
- Final $3,500
PAYMENTS
- Deposit - Payment due with registration payable to Journeys That Fit
- Final Payment - Due on or before August 4th
All lodging subject to availability at time of deposit.
Complimentary 30-min. counseling with Dr. Natiya will occur after the retreat, however, if a time-sensitive item exists, please inform us.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
- Payments are nonrefundable
- Travel insurance will be offered
- Final payment processed on August 4th and we will confirm use of same method of payment or collect new one
One of our picturesque yoga locations!
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
Complimentary 5th Night - Nov 4 - 9
Unavailable as of
August 4, 2025
$4,750.00
Deposit: $1,250.00 per person
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Five nights at Desert Ridge Estate
- Check in 4pm
- Check out 11am
- R/T airport transportation (if arrive within stated time frame)
-
Bed Options (first come, first serve per registration): *
- SOLO: Solo beds in shared room
- DOUBLE: Shared king beds in private rooms
- All meals and beverages, including alcohol
- Two dedicated wellness hosts, masseuse, chef, PB coach
- One 60-min private massage treatment +
- Two 60-min group pickleball coaching sessions +
- One 60-min group sound bath experience
- One 30-min post retreat personalized consultation of health goals with Dr. Natiya Guin and lab results analysis (labs extra cost)
- Retreat gifts to each lovely guest
- All Sessions, Excursions, Transportation, and Details in itinerary
- All Estate Amenities
- All gratuities, taxes and fees
Total: $4,750
-
- Deposit $1,250
- Final $3,500
- Deposit - Payment due with registration
- Final Payment - Due on or before August 4th
- Payments are nonrefundable; travel insurance will be offered
- Bedding type selected after registration; priority based on registration order
Nov 5 - 9 (Four Nights)
Unavailable as of
August 4, 2025
$4,750.00
Deposit: $1,250.00 per person
-
Four nights at Desert Ridge Estate
- Check in 4pm
- Check out 11am
- R/T airport transportation (if arrive within stated time frame)
-
Bed Options (first come, first serve per registration): *
- SOLO: Solo beds in shared room
- DOUBLE: Shared king beds in private rooms
- All meals and beverages, including alcohol
- Two dedicated wellness hosts, masseuse, chef, PB coach
- One 60-min private massage treatment +
- Two 60-min group pickleball coaching sessions +
- One 60-min group sound bath experience
- One 30-min post retreat personalized consultation of health goals with Dr. Natiya Guin and lab results analysis (labs extra cost)
- Retreat gifts to each lovely guest
- All Sessions, Excursions, Transportation, and Details in itinerary
- All Estate Amenities
- All gratuities, taxes and fees
Total: $4,750
-
- Deposit $1,250
- Final $3,500
- Deposit - Payment due with registration
- Final Payment - Due on or before August 4th
- Payments are nonrefundable; travel insurance will be offered
- Bedding type selected after registration; priority based on registration order
Nov 6 - 9 (Three Nights) -- Rate available by approval only
Unavailable as of
August 4, 2025
$3,550.00
Deposit: $1,250.00 per person
-
Three nights at Desert Ridge Estate
- Check in 4pm
- Check out 11am
- R/T airport transportation (if arrive within stated time frame)
-
Bed Options (first come, first serve per registration): *
- SOLO: Solo beds in shared room
- DOUBLE: Shared king beds in private rooms
- All meals and beverages, including alcohol
- Two dedicated wellness hosts, masseuse, chef, PB coach
- One 60-min private massage treatment +
- Two 60-min group pickleball coaching sessions +
- One 60-min group sound bath experience
- One 30-min post retreat personalized consultation of health goals with Dr. Natiya Guin and lab results analysis (labs extra cost)
- Retreat gifts to each lovely guest
- All Sessions, Excursions, Transportation, and Details in itinerary
- All Estate Amenities
- All gratuities, taxes and fees
Total: $3,550
-
- Deposit $1,250
- Final $2,300
- Deposit - Payment due with registration
- Final Payment - Due on or before August 4th
- Payments are nonrefundable; travel insurance will be offered
- Bedding type selected after registration; priority based on registration order