A Thoughtfully Designed Travel Retreat
Every detail of this experience is intentionally crafted and thoughtfully designed, from the cultural excursions to the creative workshops. Even the selection of our guests is considered to ensure a cohesive, supportive, and inspiring group.
The retreat is intentionally limited to a small group, allowing for meaningful conversation, flexible pacing, and attentive care in our interactions with local communities. We’ll be sharing a beautiful house together, with each guest enjoying their own private room, creating a balance of shared experience and personal space.
Our days are designed to flow between immersive group activities, guided reflection and process art sessions, and moments for personal exploration, so you can fully absorb and integrate the richness of Oaxaca.
Experience
Oaxaca is a place where art, tradition, and daily life are deeply intertwined. Throughout this travel expereince, we will spend time learning from artisans, visiting cultural spaces, and reflecting on how these experiences shape our own creative practice.
Rather than rushing from place to place, we move intentionally, allowing space for conversation, curiosity, and thoughtful integration.
This retreat is designed for artists and creatives who value cultural humility, creative process, and meaningful travel.
Live
With tours through local street art, cultural food experiences, archeological sites, and with native artisans, this experience is exceptionally authention and intentionally crafted to honor the place that welcomes us.
Real
As travelers in Oaxaca, we approach each experience with humility and gratitude. Our guides are local artisans, families, and cultural experts who generously share their knowledge and traditions, and we prioritize fair compensation for their time and work.
Breathe
While our days include many rich cultural experiences, we have intentionally built in time for reflection, process-based artmaking, and quiet integration. Each participant will receive thoughtfully curated creative supplies to support creative responses throughout the retreat.
Lodging
Five nights in a private home located in Oaxaca’s City Market area, featuring a shared courtyard and terrace with space to gather and unwind. The home includes 10 private bedrooms, each with a double bed and a locking door for comfort and privacy.
Guests may reserve a room for themselves or choose to share with a friend or fellow traveler at a reduced rate, offering flexibility in both experience and investment.
Meals
A selection of meals is included throughout the retreat, offering a thoughtful introduction to Oaxaca’s rich culinary traditions. This includes breakfast prepared in our home by a local chef, meals shared with local families, guided food experiences, and select restaurant visits.
There is also intentional time built in for independent exploration, allowing guests to enjoy Oaxaca’s vibrant food scene at their own pace and choose additional meals based on personal preference.
Cultural Experiences
Guided Tours
A variety of guided cultural, archaeological, and artisan experiences, thoughtfully chosen to support and benefit local families and artists. These include visits to artisan communities, markets, and significant cultural sites, offering meaningful opportunities to learn directly from those who live and carry these traditions.
Workshops & Creative Integration
Throughout the retreat, you’ll participate in guided arts integration sessions designed to help you reflect on and respond to your experiences. These process-based workshops focus on exploration, journaling, and creative expression rather than finished products.
Each participant will receive thoughtfully curated creative supplies to support this work throughout the week.
Wellness
Wellness and reflection are gently woven throughout the week, with optional morning yoga on the terrace to begin each day with intention.
Each participant will receive a thoughtfully designed travel art journal for sketching, writing, and creative reflection. Optional Reiki sessions with an in-house practitioner are also available for those seeking additional restoration.
Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival, guided street art tour with a local artist, and welcome dinner
Day 2
Cultural food tour and afternoon arts integration workshop
Day 3
Archaeological sites, traditional chocolate workshop, and visits with Oaxacan families
Day 4
Artisan community visits including alebrijes, pottery, and weaving
Day 5
Market exploration and creative integration workshop
Day 6
Traditional cooking class and closing dinner with music and celebration
Day 7
Breakfast and departure
Group Style
This retreat is intentionally designed as a small, intimate experience.
• Small group size to support meaningful connection
• Shared home environment that fosters community
• Private bedrooms for rest and personal space
• A balance of guided activities, creative sessions, and free time
• A supportive, thoughtful, curated group of artists and travelers
Our goal is to create an environment that feels both connected and spacious.
Travel Notes
Passport
A valid passport is required for travel to Mexico.
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is strongly recommended to protect your investment and travel plans.
Community Care
Submitting an application does not guarantee acceptance into the retreat. Our goal is to thoughtfully curate a group that feels supportive, aligned, and safe for everyone involved.
All accepted participants will be required to complete a background check as part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and respectful community.
Packing Suggestions
We recommend bringing:
• Comfortable walking shoes
• Lightweight layers
• A small day bag
• Any personal art materials you love (optional)
All core creative supplies will be provided.
Investment:
What to Expect
Your retreat investment reflects the care, intention, and depth of this experience, including lodging, cultural excursions, workshops, meals, and transportation throughout the week.
Throughout your time in Oaxaca, you will have consistent access to and support from your hosts, who are there to guide, facilitate, and ensure a thoughtful and meaningful experience. Just as important, you’ll be part of a small, intentionally curated group, creating a supportive and inspiring community of artists to share conversations, meals, and creative exploration with along the way.
Pricing Options
Shared Room
$3,750 per person
A private bedroom with a double bed shared with a friend or fellow participant. This option is ideal for those who enjoy a shared experience and a lower investment.
Private Room
$5,450 per person
A private bedroom with a double bed reserved for one guest, offering additional space and privacy.
Special Opportunities
• Early bird pricing is available for applications submitted before April 1
• Shared rooms are a great option for those traveling with a friend or open to being paired with another participant.
Thoughtful Intention
Every aspect of this retreat has been intentionally designed, from the people we partner with to the experiences we offer. Your investment supports not only your own creative journey, but also the local artists, families, and businesses who make this experience possible.
Join us in Oaxaca
If this experience resonates with you, we invite you to take the next step.
Spots are intentionally limited to preserve intimacy, care, and meaningful connection.
Travel with intention. Create with heart. Flourish from within.
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