Mary Funkhouser
Journeys That Fit
Radiant Beginnings Wellness Retreat
Jan 24, 2025 to Jan 28, 2025
Radiant Beginnings Wellness Retreat
with
Desi Bartlett & Dr. Natiya Guin
Desi Bartlett & Dr. Natiya Guin
Friday - Tuesday, January 24 - 28, 2025
Palmaïa, The House of Aïa
Playa del Carmen, Mexico (45 min. south of Cancun)
Journeys That Fit is proud to announce our collaboration with Wellness Marketing Limited and our exciting hosts Desi Bartlett, an international fitness and yoga expert, and Dr. Natiya Guin, a naturopathic doctor and skin care expert focused on holistic women's health!
GOODNESS AWAITS
Step into the vibrant embrace of the new year amidst the lush landscapes of Mexico. January 2025 marks not just the turning of a calendar page but the dawn of a new chapter in your journey towards holistic wellness. 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 night 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 with optional blood work assessment
- 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 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 this lovely purpose-built facility that embodies wellness everywhere you turn.
Meet Your Hosts...
Dr. Natiya Guin & Desi Bartlett
Dr. Natiya Guin
Naturopathic Doctor, Women's Health Expert - internal & external
Health is Wealth!
- Dr. Natiya is a mother of three, wife, university instructor, and leader in optimizing health for women through all phases of life with a focus on synergistically treating the endocrine system (hormone health), gastro-intestinal support and metabolism/detoxification, and skin and hair health while always treating the whole person.
- She is offering you personalized consultation of your health goals and analysis of your lab results. She so believes in it, she wrote this article about it.
- Dr. Natiya is also leader in skin regeneration services, safe skincare knowledge, medical ethics, and is the founder of The Deep Living Company.
- Her passion for helping women and children feel confident in their skin and whole body health lead her to become a licensed naturopathic doctor and nationally certified health and wellness coach, but her aim to heal her own daughter's eczema lead her on the journey to become a skin expert. She shares a lot of her passions on her YouTube channel.
Desi Bartlett
M.S., CPT E-RYT, passionate about yoga, fitness, and women’s health
Strength From the Inside Out!
M.S., CPT E-RYT, passionate about yoga, fitness, and women’s health
Strength From the Inside Out!
- Desi Bartlett has been teaching health and wellness for over 30 years and is dedicated to empowering women.
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She has earned a degree in Kinesiology, a minor in dance, her Master’s degree in Corporate Fitness, and is currently pursuing her doctoral degree
- Desi holds advanced certifications in Yoga, Personal Training, Pre & Post Natal Fitness, and Group Fitness.
- 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 DESIBODYMIND is a holistic platform that encompasses yoga, fitness, meditation, and lifestyle support, offering a comprehensive 360-degree approach to wellness.
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Internationally published author of “Your Strong Sexy Pregnancy,” and “Total Body Beautiful: Secrets to Looking and Feeling Your Best After Age 35,” forward by Kate Hudson.
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.
JAN 24
GROUNDING
Essential Oil – Steady
Essential Oil – Steady
- 3:00 pm Arrive at Palmaïa – The House of AïA, Mexico
- 5:30 pm Settle into your room and explore surroundings
- 6:30 pm Group Dinner & Introduction
- 8:30 pm Creating a sacred circle, a collective meditation to connect to nature, followed by a restorative yoga practice designed to guide you into deep and nourishing sleep.
JAN 25
RISING
Essential Oil – Motivate
Essential Oil – Motivate
7:15 am Light Breakfast
- 8:00 – 9:15 am Yoga Practice, Cultivating Grace Through Transitions
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9:30 – 11:00 am Sacred Circle, Sharing, Visioning, and Journaling
- 11:30 am Brunch Discussion; Skin Health from the Inside Out; How the Needs of Our Skin Change With the Seasons (self facial massage demo with organic cream from Deep Living)
- 1:00 pm Spa services or free time
- 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm Sunset Restorative Yoga
- 7:00 pm Dinner
JAN 26
RELEASING
- 7:15 am Light Breakfast
- 8:00 – 9:15 am Yoga Practice, Cultivating Grace Through Transitions
- 9:30 am Snorkeling Excursion
- 11:30 am Brunch Discussion: Seasons of a Woman’s Life; Women’s hormones at various phases; support to optimize
- 12:30 pm Spa/Free time
- 4:00 pm Photo Shoot with Dr. Natiya Guin
- 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm Sunset Restorative Yoga and balancing meditation
- 7:00 pm Dinner
JAN 27
TRANSFORMING
Essential Oil – Arise
- 7:15 am Light Breakfast
- 8:00 am Morning Yoga Practice
- 9:30 am Sacred Circle Discussion: Tools to Take Home – How to implement New Practices
- 11:30 am Brunch Discussion; Foundations of Health Exercise – Embodying Health; Tools for Transformation
- 12:30 pm Spa/Free time
- 7:00 pm Dinner
JAN 28
RELAX & RENEW
Essential Oil – Elevation
- 7:15 am Light Breakfast
- 8:00 am Morning Yoga Practice
- Open for relaxation and/or Departures
- Airport Transfers
- Flight Departures
PALMAÏA - THE HOUSE OF AÏA -- A PURPOSE-BUILT WELLNESS VENUE
Imagine yourself at Palmaïa, a tranquil oceanfront wellness refuge, surrounded by 400 hectares of virgin jungle setting the scene for a deeply restorative wellness retreat. Aïa is the energy within us that connects us to nature and the universe. To remind us of this, a majestic wooden statue stands enthroned in a large cenote (a natural water-filled abyss), right in front of the beach.
LOCATION
- Palmaïa is located on the most southern point of Playa del Carmen, surrounded by 400 hectares of virgin jungle.
- Close enough to be an easy 45-minute drive to Cancun airport, yet far enough to feel private and secluded.
- Without access roads, Palmaïa is a secluded Pareach the hotel only through a neighboring resort allowing a double layer of security and serenity.
LODGING
- The exquisitely designed oceanfront suites complemented by stunning ocean views, elegant décor, and holistic amenities are unlike anything else in the Riviera Maya. The all-inclusive resort offers a level of seclusion often associated with far-flung island resorts and an atmosphere of tranquility you would expect from a yoga retreat.
- 234 well-appointed rooms whose design reflects the textures and colors of nature that surround you, ALL with private terraces
GASTRONOMY
- All-inclusive* approach, meals and beverages including alcohol, increases your zen once onsite; it's called a 'Gifting Lifestyle'
- Featuring locally sourced delicious and nutritious plant-based cuisine, and fish and land animal meats and other proteins can be included, if requested.
- Gourmet restaurants overseen by chefs who have trained in Michelin starred restaurants from around the globe
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With a vegetarian focus, we may find you can enjoy as much as you want, and you may still lose weight.
ACTIVITIES
- Infinity pools & secluded beautiful white sand beach
- Guests will have the perfect opportunity to re-establish the connection between mind and body with guided meditation sessions, yoga classes, sound baths, energy healing, and more all while immersed in the vibrant jungle energy of the Mayan Riviera.
- The House of AïA also offers guests access to the excellent Atlantis Spa where jungle inspired architecture blends seamlessly together with modern design and tranquil treatment rooms. Guests can indulge in a number of spa treatments including Ayurvedic treatments, Temazcal ceremonies, steam room sessions, relaxing massage, and more. The spa even has its own cenote!
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LOGISTICS & GROUND TRANSPORTATION
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Arrival
- Valid passport required; expiration at least a month beyond departure date.
- Arrive Cancun (CUN) as early as possible, encouraged to be no later than 3pm
- Ground transfers arranged for you; cost varies per guest number in vehicle
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Departure
- Depart Cancun (CUN) at leisure; 3pm or later allows you to fully enjoy the morning
- Ground transfers arranged for you; cost varies per guest number in vehicle
RETREAT PRICING (p/p) & DEADLINE
Lodging Options (view link here):
SOLO Occupancy
SOLO Occupancy
- King Suite Ocean View $5,428
- King Suite Resort View $5,188
- King Suite Resort View $5,188
DOUBLE Occupancy *
- Two Queen Ocean View $5,109 p/person
- Two Queen Resort View $4,949 p/person
*if you don't have a roommate, you can still register for queen room and we'll try to match you. If no match available, you will upgrade you to king suite resort view.
$100 spa credit provided onsite to our group only!
All lodging subject to availability at time of deposit
Complimentary counseling with Dr. Natiya scheduled after registration
PAYMENTS
- Deposit - $1,000 p/p
- $750 retreat deposit (charged by Wellness Marketing ltd)
- $250 retreat travel services (charged by Journeys That Fit)
- Final Payment: December 15, 2024 or on registration date, if later
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
- Payments are nonrefundable
- Final payment automatically charged on Dec. 15 or on registration date, if later
- Travel insurance will be offered
- Valid passport required
HOW TO REGISTERTo register, click the 'book now' button for more details, and then register. Please select your preferred room type and fill in your contact details. You will authorize both Wellness Marketing ltd plus Journeys That Fit to charge the deposit amount. Receipts provided once charged.
QUESTIONS/ASSISTANCE:
You may reach out to Mary at mary@journeysthatfit.com to assist so you can join in on this great way to start 2025!
Available Packages
King Suite with Ocean View 4 Nights - Solo Occupancy
Available until
January 10, 2025
- available
Starting At: $5,428.00
Deposit: $1,000.00 per person
The King Suites offer an excellent choice with 538 square feet of stylish living space and and 107 ft terrace. Highlights include a luxurious king-size bed, an elegant bathroom with a walk-in shower, vanity mirrors, a spacious terrace with fantastic sea views, and much more.
Price includes custom retreat itinerary with two hosts, all meals, all beverages, all taxes and gratuities, personal butler, water bottle, choice of more than 30 holistic activities including sound music sessions, fitness center, health trail, bike sharing, pool and beachside service, stand up paddle boards, wifi, and $100 spa credit.
Single Occupancy
$5178 all-inclusive lodging and retreat inclusions
250 planning services
$5428
Deposit: $1000 nonrefundable
$750 Retreat Deposit
$750 Retreat Deposit
$250 Planning fee
Suite Details
- 50" tv, bluetooth sound system
- premium bedding, bathroom amenities
- vanity mirror, slippers, bathrobes
- hairdryer, iron, ironing board
- nightly turndown service
- nespresso coffee machine, daily stocked minibar
- air conditioning with climate control
- laptop-size safety box, fiber-optic wi-fi
- unlimited calls to mexico, usa, and canada
King Suite with Resort View 4 Nights - Solo Occupancy
Available until
January 10, 2025
- available
$5,188.00
Deposit: $1,000.00 per person
The King Suites offer an excellent choice with 538 square feet of stylish living space and and 107 ft terrace. Highlights include a luxurious king-size bed, an elegant bathroom with a walk-in shower, vanity mirrors, a spacious terrace with fantastic sea views, and much more.
Price includes custom retreat itinerary with two hosts, all meals, all beverages, all taxes and gratuities, personal butler, water bottle, choice of more than 30 holistic activities including sound music sessions, fitness center, health trail, bike sharing, pool and beachside service, stand up paddle boards, wifi, and $100 spa credit.
Single Occupancy
$4938 all inclusive retreat fee
250 Planning Services
$5188
Deposit: $1000 nonrefundable
$750 Retreat Deposit
$750 Retreat Deposit
$250 Planning fee
Suite Details
- 50" tv, bluetooth sound system
- premium bedding, bathroom amenities
- vanity mirror, slippers, bathrobes
- hairdryer, iron, ironing board
- nightly turndown service
- nespresso coffee machine, daily stocked minibar
- air conditioning with climate control
- laptop-size safety box, fiber-optic wi-fi
- unlimited calls to mexico, usa, and canada
Queen Suite Ocean View 4 Nights - Double Occupancy (separate payors)
Available until
January 10, 2025
- available
$5,109.00
Deposit: $1,000.00 per person
If traveling with a companion, you are paying separately, and need the double occupancy rate, please register here. (If traveling solo, and want shared accommodations with a roommate, you may select this rate and we'll work to accommodate the roommate request. If we can't you'll be upgraded and charged for King suite resort view.)
The Queen Suite features two queen beds and a comfortable sofa. The suite includes a terrace with breathtaking sea views, a stunning bathroom with a walk-in overhead shower, twin basins, vanity mirrors with perimeter lighting, tastefully textured walls, and much more.
Price includes custom retreat itinerary with two hosts, all meals, all beverages, all taxes and gratuities, personal butler, water bottle, choice of more than 30 holistic activities including sound music sessions, fitness center, health trail, bike sharing, pool and beachside service, stand up paddle boards, wifi, and $100 spa credit.
Double Occupancy p/p
$4859 retreat pricing
250 planning services
$5109
Deposit: $1000 nonrefundable
$750 Retreat Deposit
$750 Retreat Deposit
$250 Planning fee
Queen Suite Ocean View 4 Nights - Double Occupancy (single payor)
Available until
January 10, 2025
- available
$5,109.00
Deposit: $1,000.00 per person
If traveling with a companion, one person is paying for both, please register here and select two guests.
The Queen Suite features two queen beds and a comfortable sofa. The suite includes a terrace with breathtaking sea views, a stunning bathroom with a walk-in overhead shower, twin basins, vanity mirrors with perimeter lighting, tastefully textured walls, and much more.
Price includes custom retreat itinerary with two hosts, all meals, all beverages, all taxes and gratuities, personal butler, water bottle, choice of more than 30 holistic activities including sound music sessions, fitness center, health trail, bike sharing, pool and beachside service, stand up paddle boards, wifi, and $100 spa credit.
Double Occupancy p/p
$4859 retreat pricing
250 planning services
$5109
Deposit: $1000 nonrefundable
$750 Retreat Deposit
$750 Retreat Deposit
$250 Planning fee
Queen Suite Resort View - 4 Nights - Double Occupancy (separate payors)
Available until
January 10, 2025
- available
$4,949.00
Deposit: $1,000.00 per person
If traveling with a companion, you are paying separately, and need the double occupancy rate, please register here. (If traveling solo, and want shared accommodations with a roommate, you may select this rate and we'll work to accommodate the roommate request. If we can't you'll be upgraded and charged for King suite resort view.)
The Queen Suite features two queen beds and a comfortable sofa. The suite includes a terrace with breathtaking sea views, a stunning bathroom with a walk-in overhead shower, twin basins, vanity mirrors with perimeter lighting, tastefully textured walls, and much more.
Price includes custom retreat itinerary with two hosts, all meals, all beverages, all taxes and gratuities, personal butler, water bottle, choice of more than 30 holistic activities including sound music sessions, fitness center, health trail, bike sharing, pool and beachside service, stand up paddle boards, wifi, and $100 spa credit.
Double Occupancy p/p
Double Occupancy p/p
$4699
250
$4949
Deposit: $1000 nonrefundable
$750 Retreat Deposit
$750 Retreat Deposit
$250 Planning fee
Queen Suite Resort View - 4 Nights - Double Occupancy (single payor)
Available until
January 10, 2025
- available
$4,949.00
Deposit: $1,000.00 per person
If traveling with a companion, one person is paying for both, please register here and select two guests.
The Queen Suite features two queen beds and a comfortable sofa. The suite includes a terrace with breathtaking sea views, a stunning bathroom with a walk-in overhead shower, twin basins, vanity mirrors with perimeter lighting, tastefully textured walls, and much more.
Price includes custom retreat itinerary with two hosts, all meals, all beverages, all taxes and gratuities, personal butler, water bottle, choice of more than 30 holistic activities including sound music sessions, fitness center, health trail, bike sharing, pool and beachside service, stand up paddle boards, wifi, and $100 spa credit.
Double Occupancy p/p
Double Occupancy p/p
$4699
250
$4949
Deposit: $1000 nonrefundable
$750 Retreat Deposit
$750 Retreat Deposit
$250 Planning fee