Sept 2017 – Stunning Slovenia Retreat with Jayme Barrett

Infuse Your Spirit in Slovenia! 

September 8 – 15, 2017 

(Sold Out- Waiting List Available)

Would you like to be luxuriating in stunning Slovenia on September 8th? For the past six years, I’ve been leading magical retreats with my husband in Italy, Spain and Morocco and this year we’re thrilled to add Slovenia, a green lover’s paradise! Where is Slovenia you ask? It’s a small country that borders Northern Italy and Croatia with some of the most heavenly natural landscapes in the world.

Our home base will be a rustic farmhouse with spectacular views of the Julian Alps. We’ll be visiting alpine villages, stunning lakes and gorges, the colorful capital, wine country and indulging in a special tasting dinner at Chef Ana Ros’ world famous Hisa Franko restaurant. (Watch her on Season 2, Episode 5 of Chef’s Table on Netflix)

We have only 9 spots and it will be first-come, first-served with a deposit. It will fill up very quickly! If you are serious about joining us, email us here as soon as possible to secure your space. (Retreat pricing below.) Be ready to open your heart and have fun with like-minded new friends. Read the fabulous details and may you be as inspired as I am!  – Jayme Barrett

Join best-selling author Jayme Barrett on her 8 day Slovenian Adventure and learn techniques to manifest your heart’s desires while energizing your body, mind and spirit. Slovenia is the only country in the world which has the word LOVE in its name… and the warmth and friendliness of its people will charm you. Slovenia’s natural beauty is dazzling with its crystal blue lakes, towering mountain peaks, lush forests, medieval villages and pristine alpine rivers. It has been called “Heaven on Earth.”

We’ll delight in home-style international food and wine, enjoy yoga and life enhancement classes, explore the Soca River valley and imbibe nature’s healing energy on the 12 acres at our wonderful farmhouse. On our day trips, we’ll visit Tomlin alpine village (lunch/tour at a cheese farm and walk in Tomlin gorge), Brda, the ‘Tuscany of Slovenia” (wine-tasting, visit to a walled medieval village and dinner at a vineyard) and explore Lake Bled & Vintgar Gorge (hike to a stunning view, lunch on the fairytale lake and gorge walk). Our trip wouldn’t be complete without seeing the capital Ljubljana (pronouced lub-lee-ana) brimming with beautiful architecture lining the river and finally a Spa Afternoon with lunch at an elegant hotel on Lake Bled.

Come rejuvenate in Slovenia. Let your spirit be infused by beauty and discover new ways to create positive energy and momentum in your life. You’ll experience peace and joy with like-minded new friends in a beautiful part of the world.

Included in Retreat Package:

• 7 nights/8 Days Accommodations in a Slovenian Farmhouse
• 19 Meals – 7 Breakfasts, 7 Dinners, 5 Lunches 
• 5 Life Enhancement Classes with Jayme Barrett
• 5 Yoga Classes with Karen D’Abrosca
• Ground Transportation on all day trips
• Round-trip transfers from Trieste Airport to our farmhouse 

Special Retreat Inclusions:

• Welcome Glass of Prosecco
• Tomlin Alpine Cheese Farm and Tomlin Gorge – Day Trip
• Brda Region – Wine Tasting and Dinner at Vineyard – Day Trip
• Lake Bled and Vintgar Gorge – Day Trip
• Ljubljana – Day Trip
• Spa Afternoon and Lunch at Lake Bled Hotel
• Spectacular Dinner at world famous Hisa Franko

Note about Day Trips – You will have ample time to wander and sight-see on your own or with others on the retreat. We like to give you the opportunity to see whatever will bring you joy! In addition, all day trips and classes are optional. If you want to spend a day reading and relaxing, you’re welcome to stay at the farmhouse. The retreat price remains the same.

Not included:

Flights, Trip Insurance, Beverages at Restaurants and Tip to Farmhouse

To get a feel for Jayme’s retreats, check out the highlights and reviews from one of our Tuscan Retreats as well as Videos from our participants.

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Accommodations in Slovenia

For eight days, we will be guests at a beautifully restored farmhouse, Klavze 28, which is nestled in the Soca Valley at the foothills of the Julian Alps in Western Slovenia – an idyllic spot. You’ll love exploring the forests, fields and streams around the stone houses and you can even take a refreshing dip in the river’s rock pool.

The owners have spent the last seven years rebuilding the historic houses with creativity while preserving the original character. Especially wonderful is the yoga and dining deck with its beautiful view of the mountains. They also have an organic vegetable garden and chickens for daily fresh eggs.

The décor of the stone houses reflect a vintage style and have a rustic elegance with antiques from all over Europe. You’ll find pot belly stoves, antique bed frames, cast iron toilet cisterns and claw foot baths along with Moroccan rugs and Turkish towels adding warmth and comfort.

The bedrooms and bathrooms are all uniquely charming and decorated with different colors, artwork and mementos. Comfy beds, fluffy duvets and expansive views will be waiting for you. You’ll find organic soap and hair dryers in the bathrooms. There is free Wifi in every room along with loads of wonderful books to peruse in the community areas. Shared and single rooms are available.

At our property, you’ll enjoy:

• Forests, Fields and Mountain Views
• Streams and Rivers
• Relaxing, Reading and Daydreaming
  
• Starry, Starry Nights

Meals

At Klavze 28, food is their passion. Grown or sourced locally – good food is a big part of their offering. Whether it’s home-grown in their veggie garden, or the organic cheese from the local area, wild garlic or special orange wine, they enjoy sharing the freshest and the best produce with their guests.

Breakfasts include hand-picked eggs, local yogurt, homemade granola and fruits of the forest. Homemade focaccia, pasta, roast chicken, grilled trout, cured meats, specialty salads, fresh baked cinnamon rolls and local gelato are some of the delicious food we will enjoy at our farmhouse. Dinners include a half-bottle of wine for each person.

As a part of this retreat, we’ll also be dining at delectable local restaurants in the regions we visit. This includes an alpine cheese farm, Slovenian winery, elegant hotel and of course, the world famous Hisa Franko with a multi-course tasting menu. This is definitely going to be trip filled with epicurean delights, gourmet food and wine!

Life Enhancement Classes with Jayme Barrett

Jayme Barrett’s classes will be held at our country house. You will learn techniques to energize your body, mind and spirit including special breathing, meditation and energetic exercises to release stress and boost happiness. Jayme will also teach powerful ways to bring in more happiness, health, success and love using feng shui, life enhancement and manifestation tools. Come with an open heart, bring a journal and be ready to call in your heart’s desires. To read more about Jayme, visit www.jaymebarrett.com.

Yoga Classes with Karen D’Abrosca – All levels welcome!

You’ll enjoy five yoga classes with Karen D’Abrosca. She beautifully integrates all yoga levels into the practice. We will be practicing yoga on the deck overlooking the garden and mountains. There are yoga mats available at the farmhouse.

Weather

The weather in Slovenia, especially at the foothills of the Alps, can be variable in September. It could be hot or wet and cool. Bring layers for all types of weather. Please check the weather in “Most Na Soci” before coming to get accurate predictions.

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PAYMENT, DEPOSIT & REGISTRATION – Limited to 9 participants

September 8 – 15, 2017

Deposit: $850 (non-refundable) when place in workshop is confirmed.

Balance due: July 8, 2017

• Single Occupancy: $2,500 

• Double Occupancy: $2,350 per person (Twin beds)

(Payment Options: We accept Cash, Checks, Money Orders and PayPal. If you use a debit or credit card through PayPal, there will be an additional 3% fee within US and 4% outside US.)

To complete your reservation, we require you to sign and return an: “Acknowledgement of Risk, Release and Indemnity.” This form includes additional terms and conditions of travel, including limitations of obligations to you. This document will be sent to you after you have paid your initial deposit and your place in the workshop has been confirmed. Please read it carefully. The document must be completed, signed and returned to us. Our receipt of the completed and signed form will finalize your reservation.

**If the Euro is higher than 1.1 USD to every Euro at the time of final payment, some adjustments will be made to the final price.

BOOK THIS RETREAT – If you have any questions about this retreat and/or would like to sign up, email us here as soon as possible to secure your spot. We will send you a registration form as soon as your place is confirmed.

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Retreat Leaders: 

Jayme Barrett is passionate about leading her Rejuvenation Retreats. The main goal is to bring like-minded women together for a deeply joyful and fulfilling experience that will transform their lives. Author of the best-selling book “Feng Shui Your Life,”  Jayme is an expert on Life Enhancement, Feng Shui and Manifestation, specializing in techniques for personal fulfillment, prosperity and integrated health. Jayme regularly shares her passion for inspired living in her writings for Whole Living, MindBodyGreen, Self Magazine, Health, Elle, Parents, Redbook and many more. In addition to feng shui consulting for individuals, companies, hotels and spas, Jayme leads lifestyle workshops worldwide. She has appeared in home-design TV segments for NBC, HGTV, Style Network, and E! Entertainment.

Jayme’s husband will be on this retreat to support our group in every way. Together, Jayme and Zouhir have led ten incredible retreats in Italy, Spain and Morocco. Click to see the highlights of a Tuscany or Marrakech retreat with videos from participants. In addition, check out Jayme and Zouhir’s natural skin/body/hair care line, Zweena Argan Beauty Elixirs, based on organic argan oil from Berber women’s cooperatives in Morocco, visit www.zweenabodycare.com.

Yoga Teacher – Karen D’Abrosca

This is Karen D’Abrosca’s fifth retreat with Jayme and Zouhir! We are so thrilled to have her with us. Karen empowers students to create balance and joy in life, to tap inner wisdom and to minimize stress related imbalances. Practicing yoga for 23 years and teaching for 14, yoga helped Karen recover from hip surgery in 1998. Her Hatha Yoga instruction style guides students through a rejuvenating, strengthening yet relaxing yoga experience. This style offers a practical, accessible approach to asana (postures), pranayama (breath work) and mindfulness, suitable for all ages, body types and fitness levels. She has witnessed students’ practice provide relief from anxiety and sleep disorders and support healthy lifestyle choices. Karen lives in Saunderstown, RI with her husband and golden retriever.

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Travel and Flights to Slovenia

You will be responsible for booking your own travel and flights. 

Participants from the United States and Canada will need to fly on Thursday, September 7th in order to get to Trieste Airport (TRS) on Friday, September 8th for the start of the retreat. There will be a group pick-up at 11:00am at the Trieste Airport on September 8th. This airport is in Italy, right next to the Slovenian border. Trieste is the closest airport and a one hour drive to our farmhouse. Make sure your flight arrives by 9:30am so you are on time for the pick-up. Round-trip transfers to our farmhouse are included in the retreat fee.

For flights, check out www.skyscanner.com and www.momondo.com as you’ll probably have a stop-over in a European city. You can also fly directly into Venice Marco Polo airport (VCE) and take a couple hour train ride to Trieste. If you want to relax a bit and get over jet lag, fly in a day or two early. Venice and Trieste are great cities to explore. Remember the pick-up is at the airport, not the train station.

On Friday, September 15th, the last day of the retreat, a group transfer back to Trieste Airport will be arranged. Since it takes one hour to get to Trieste, please book your flight out at 10:30am or later.

Lastly, there is a train station one kilometer from our farmhouse called PODMELEC. If you wanted to forego the transfer and take a train to or from this station, we can arrange to pick you up. Here is the link to Slovenia’s Train web site.

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Medical Issues, Travel Insurance and Passport

No immunizations are necessary for Slovenia. If you have any medical issues that will require professional care while on your trip, you must bring and be responsible for all necessary items and treatments related to your condition. It is strongly recommended that you obtain medical and dental insurance that will cover the cost of any medical or dental assistance you may require during your trip. Before travelling with Jayme Barrett, we strongly recommend you review your personal insurance and health insurance to ensure you have coverage appropriate to meet your needs, and the needs of your family and dependants, in case of any loss of property or illness, injury or death.

Insurance: The trip price does not include any insurance coverage, and Jayme Barrett strongly recommends the purchase of travel insurance to protect your trip investment in the event of medical emergencies, lost bags, a cancelled trip or any other unforeseen trip or pre-trip related event. You can get travel insurance including medical through www.worldnomads.com, www.insuremytrip.com or call your travel agent.

Passport: Make sure your passport is up-to-date and it should be valid through February 2018.

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Cancellation Policies:

• Your deposit is non-refundable. Full payment is required within 60 days of departure. Cancellation from 60 days prior to 45 days prior: cancellation fee is 50% of total trip cost per person. The trip is nonrefundable inside of 45 days. If a replacement is secured, travelers will get a refund less $250.00.

• If you wish to cancel the trip outside of 45 days, a written cancellation request is necessary. No refund for unused portions of the retreat, including but not limited to, missed meals, hotel nights and sightseeing.

Cancellation by Jayme Barrett: Jayme Barrett reserves the right to cancel the trip at any time for any reason, including if there are too few participants, or if the quality of the trip or the safety of travelers is judged by Jayme Barrett in her sole discretion to be compromised. In such cases, a refund of payments received by Jayme Barrett shall constitute full and final settlement. Jayme Barrett is not responsible for any loss incurred on account of non-refundable or non-transferable air tickets. If there is an official warning regarding travel to Slovenia, you will receive a full refund.

Travel insurance is highly recommended.

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QUESTIONS AND BOOKING

If you have any questions about this retreat and/or would like to sign up, email us here as soon as possible to secure your spot. We will send you a registration form as soon as your place is confirmed. You can pay your deposit by check or with a credit card on Paypal (3% fee added within US, 4% outside US). We will send you an invoice. 

When you email us, please include a paragraph on why this retreat in the Slovenia is calling your name.

**IF YOU’VE  COME ON A PAST RETREAT, YOU RECEIVE $100 OFF!

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JOIN US IN SEPTEMBER FOR THIS MAGICAL RETREAT!

Email us to secure your spot!

** Photo Credits: Many beautiful photos above are by Jessica Wyld found on the Klavze 28 site.