Last Minute Special

St Lucia

written by Tais

5 nights peak performance Yoga Retreat in St Lucia

Increase well-being, Escape the winter blues and achieve a better quality of life by joining Tais in this unique natural location close to the famous Pitons, St Lucia. Learn the innovative practices of yoga and meditation, moreover, hike the Pitons, snorkel and relax on the deck at the magnificent resort Ti Kaye Resort. Enjoy secluded beaches of St Lucia while morning Yoga and Sunset Vinyasa is offered to you. Enjoy the scenery while you begin your journey towards a better you!

Included

Luxurious air conditioned gingerbread ocean view rooms
3 meals a day – healthy and locally inspired, plus locally made smoothies and non-alcoholic beverages
Daily power Vinyasa yoga and meditation classes
Hike 2000 feet up Saint Lucia’s mind-blowing and famous Pitons
Unlimited use of kayaks, paddle boards, water hammocks and snorkel equipment during your stay
Full access to Ti Kaye’s extensive resort amenities including fitness centrum and swimming pool
Group round trip ground transfers from Hewanorra International Airport or complimentary parking for guests driving to the resort

Schedule of your Yoga Retreat in St Lucia paradise

8 – 9.15 am Vinyassa Flow – Meditation – an introduction to Ashtanga Primary Series

9.30 – 10 am Breakfast

10 am – 12 30 pm Optional activities

12.30 – 2.30 pm Break for lunch & relax

3.30 – 5 pm Optional activities

5 – 6 pm Restoration, Yin, Meditation ( Optional )

6:30 pm Dinner made with seasonal fresh local ingredients

after 7 pm Optional activities

Optional activities:

during day: swim, hike the Pitons, snorkel, excursions or relax, explore or go on a guided tour of a waterfall, see local wildlife, or go into town for some shopping
evening: movie night, board games or socialise after dinner with new friends or have an early night watching the sunset

Peak Performance retreat in St Lucia

As the name suggests, these intense fitness and wellness activities will occur both on resort property and around the island of Saint Lucia. You will hike Saint Lucia’s Gros Piton; you will snorkel the Caribbean sea, as well as flow-through yoga postures on our over-the-water yoga gazebo and tone your muscles with our indoor-outdoor stair master program. Get strong, get sun and have fun with this inspirational retreat!

On the volcanic island of Saint Lucia situated on the Caribbean archipelago with the Atlantic Ocean on the East coast and the Caribbean Sea on the West, the island’s rich heritage is influenced by strong African, Indian and European cultures. Saint Lucia’s landscape is riddled with mountains, waterfalls, valleys and many beaches. Experience from soft white sand to glistening dark silver-grey sands, a direct result of the island’s volcanoes. With so much to see, Saint Lucia is the ideal island escape.

To achieve the perfect vacation on the perfect island, finding the idyllic resort is half the challenge. Ti Kaye Resort & Spa, St Lucia is truly made with the romantic-at-heart in mind with private gingerbread cottages on the cliff side all with a spectacular unobstructed ocean view. Furthermore, there are a distinguished underground wine cellar, a unique spa oasis and secluded silver sand beach, while, one of the best on the island for snorkelling and diving. Ti Kaye offers its guests a variety of soft adventure excursions to complete their vacation experience.

Our believes about perfect holiday in St Lucia

we have put together a resort and a bunch of things to see and do that will really make your vacation here not just a destination but a learning experience and one that you will delight in doing.

Our selection process is rigorous by island standards and we tend to go with ones that are either home grown or non main stream and that offer a certain charm and character. We did it this way so that our guests would not be thrown in with the masses on the other main stream tours offered on island. That way, we have become more personalised and the people with you will most likely be other guests at the resort.

Accommodation in St Lucia

Ti Kaye Resort & Spa is an award-winning adult-only resort located above the secluded Anse Cochon cove on the legendary island of Saint Lucia. Nestled along the cliffside, Ti Kaye overlooks the serene waters and silver sand of the secluded beach below.

Rustic elegance in the midst of nature. Each cottage or house, as the name suggests (‘ti kaye’ is Creole for ‘little house’) is purposely built for stunning sunset views over the Caribbean sea and to afford an all-consuming breathtaking view of the azure waters below. Each cottage is accessible by a matrix of paths and stairs lit up at night.

Furthermore, all cottages and ocean-view rooms share certain aspects, including; a private outdoor garden shower, i-pod dock and a large balcony with a double hammock. With the shutters open, their design allows for the easy flow of air to keep the rooms cool, along with the ceiling fan.

Food in St Lucia

The best vacations are only completed when the culinary experience can live up to the beauty and grandeur of the exotic locale. Luckily for our guests, Ti Kaye Resort & Spa serves exceptional delicacies crafted to inspire the palate with rich flavours.

Armed with the freshest produce in Saint Lucia – including local farmed freshwater shrimp – our culinary team has assembled a masterful collection of international dishes infused with the best Creole flavours. Enjoy a selection of signature dishes combined with a modern interpretation of authentic Saint Lucian cuisine.

Whether you are having breakfast with a Pineapple and Sweet Orange Frappe, a beach-served lunch of Chicken Roti, afternoon tea and vanilla scones poolside, or a private dinner set under the stars, we have the unique dishes to match any occasion.

Availability: January 25th – January 30th 2023

Availability: November 18th – November 23rd 2023

Availability: January 25th – January 30th 2024

Availability: November 18th – November 23rd 2024

Double Occupancy – Total for Couple USD $5450

Please note: Additional Premium for Single Occupancy – Total for Single – USD $4850

Please Contact For Additional Information

taisfroggatt@hotmail.com

+61 (0)411 878 133

January 1, 2023 0 comment

Last Minute Special Yoga Retreats

Greece

written by Tais

Greek Island Yoga Retreat

20 Apr – 27 Apr 2023

From ancient Athens, embark on a colourful Greek Islands tour

Embark on a Yoga tour through the Aegean Sea, Start in Athens, Finish in Santorini, taking local ferries around the Cyclades Islands. Indulge in a little island hopping and take the time to uncover remote ruins, gorgeous beaches and outstanding scenery. Travel from the ancient capital of Athens all the way to the spectacular natural wonders on the island of Santorini on this wonderful Greek adventure.

Why we love this trip!

Uncover thousands of years of civilisation in Athens with a visit to the world-famous Acropolis and the ancient Agora
Let the rest of the world melt away as you swim and snorkel in the warm waters of the Aegean Sea
Wander through the charming villages of Syros. When night falls, indulge in delicious seafood dinners in traditional tavernas as Rembetika music floats around you
With its boutique culture, gorgeous beaches and thumping nightlife, the chic isle of Mykonos invites you to embrace your hedonistic side
The sight of a Santorini sunset can turn even the most hardened of souls into a romantic. Walk along the volcanic rim of the island from Thira to Oia, passing through white villages that cling to plunging cliffs

Is this trip right for you?

We have had reports of travellers being pickpocketed on public transport in Athens. Please be careful with your valuables while travelling on the metro or the bus.
Summer temperatures in Greece can reach up to 40°C, which can be uncomfortable for those not used to the heat. On the other hand, early in the season (April) many businesses may still be closed and the weather is unpredictable, however you may have some of the major sights of the Greek islands almost to yourself. Please consider the time of the year you wish to travel and your suitability to that season.
Due to the current financial situation, banking services in Greece could potentially become limited at short notice. This includes credit card processing services and servicing of ATMs. When travelling through Greece, please ensure you have more than one means of payment with you (cash, debit cards, credit cards etc.). You’ll also need to have sufficient Euros in cash to cover emergencies, unforeseen circumstances and any unexpected delays.
As accommodation on this trip is twin-share, single travellers will share a room with another traveller of the same sex. If you’d prefer not to share, a single room supplement is available at an additional charge. Please ask your travel consultant for more details. Also, hotels in Europe often don’t have double beds, but rather two single beds that can be pushed together.

Day 1: Athens

Kalimera! Welcome to Greece. As there’s not much time to explore Athens on this trip before you head out to the islands, arriving a few days early is recommended. Highlights include the renowned changing of the guard at Syntagma (Parliament) Square, the National Gardens, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, the original Olympic Stadium and of course the Acropolis, where you can enter the Pantheon and enjoy fabulous views over the city. Maybe join an Urban Adventure day trip, such as ‘Taste of Athens’ or ‘Markets, Ruins and Ancient Athens’. You could also take a day trip to the Peloponnese peninsula via ancient Epidavros and the Corinthian canal. After the welcome meeting, perhaps head out for some gyros and ouzo with your new travel companions.

Accommodation

Hotel (1 night)

Optional Activities

Acropolis Pass for 5 Sites – EUR20
National Archaeological Museum – EUR7
Day Trip to the Saronic Islands – EUR20
Day Trip to Delphi – EUR33
Dora Stratou – EUR15
Lycabettus Hill – Free
Numismatic Museum – EUR3
Urban Adventures – Walking Athens – EUR55
Urban Adventures – Taste of Athens – EUR68
Urban Adventures – Markets, Ruins & Ancient Athens – EUR58
Urban Adventures – Bohemian Tales of the City – EUR70
Urban Adventures – Twilight Athens – EUR91
Urban Adventures – Locals on Tap – EUR25
Urban Adventures – Total Athens – EUR169

Meals Included

There are no meals included on this day.

Special Information

Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 6pm today – confirm the time and place with reception. If you can’t arrange a flight that will arrive in time, you may wish to arrive a day early. We’ll be happy to book additional accommodation for you (subject to availability). If you’re going to be late, please inform the hotel reception. We’ll be collecting your insurance details and next of kin information at this meeting, so please have these on hand.

Day 2: Syros

Today travel by metro to the port of Piraeus, then catch a relaxing scenic ferry to Syros (approximately 4 hours). In the heart of the Cyclades, Syros offers a rare opportunity to see the islands as the Greeks do. Also known as Syra, the island features typical whitewashed houses, farms, terraced fields and gorgeous sandy beaches. Upon arrival on one of the Aegean’s most underrated islands, discover abandoned windmills, ancient ruins and charming villages on a network of stone-paved tracks that crisscross the island. Syros is also home to delicious sweets – take a wander through the main town of Ermoupolis, home to gorgeous neoclassical mansions and 19th-century tenement blocks, and try the hazelnut, almond or honey-filled wafers or the fruit-flavoured jelly from one of many one-room shops. You’ll have plenty of time to explore tomorrow, so perhaps kick up your feet at a waterfront cafe and watch the setting sun turn the houses pink.

Accommodation

Hotel (1 night)

Meals Included

Breakfast

Day 3: Syros

Take a walk through the fortress-like town of Ano Syros, which offers great views of the Aegean Sea. Wander the narrow alleyways, pass handmade-souvenir shops and keep an ear open for traditional Rembetiko music floating out of the family-run tavernas. Enjoy free time to further explore Syros at your own pace. Perhaps hire a bike in town and cycle to the various archaeological sites on the island, or you might prefer to simply hole up on a beach for the afternoon. Outside of Ermoupolis are many small tranquil coves, while the most popular beaches are on the southern side of the island. While some are sandy and others pebbly, all boast crystal clear waters for swimming in. In the evening, take taxis to a taverna in the a remotely located village in the rugged northern part of the island to sample delicious local specialities during an included meal, all while watching the sun set over the Aegean Sea.

Accommodation

Hotel (1 night)

Included Activities

Ano Syros Walk

Optional Activities

Archaeological Sites/Ruins – EUR5

Meals Included

Dinner

Today board a two-hour ferry to Mykonos, a beautiful island named in honour of Apollo’s grandson. Mykonos is legendary both in ancient and modern times. Known in ancient Greek mythology as the battlefield where Zeus fought the Gigantes, today the island is best known for its decadence, style, and nightlife. Join your leader for a walk through the maze-like old town and be captivated by the quintessential Greek Isles vista of squat white houses brightly juxtaposed against the cerulean sea. Browse the chic galleries and boutiques, follow flower-lined paths past age-old churches and tiny restaurants to secluded, sandy beaches, and spend the afternoon soaking up the rays and splashing in the water. As the sun sets, join the group for a picnic dinner of local specialties. Your leader will know the ideal spot to sit back and enjoy an Aegean sunset.

Accommodation

Hotel (1 night)

Included Activities

Picnic in Mykonos

Meals Included

There are no meals included on this day.

Day 4: Mykonos

Day 5: Delos / Mykonos

This morning you will take a half-day trip out to the nearby island of Delos. One of the most important archaeological and mythological sites in the Greek Islands, a sacred area that was once the political and religious centre of the Aegean, Delos is considered to be the birthplace of Apollo and Artemis. A living museum, the wealthy built mansions in the town that developed around Apollo’s sanctuary, decorating them with luxurious frescoes, mosaics and statues. The island is overflowing with archaeological finds like the Terrace of the Lions and the Sacred Precinct, with many more still being uncovered. Later on today you might like to head to one of Mykonos’ many beaches, which are some of the nicest in Europe. Take a short bus ride to the pumping Paradise or Super Paradise beach bars, or perhaps find a quieter spot to relax along the beautiful coastline. You could also check out the 19th-century House of Lena or the Aegean Maritime Museum in town. This evening you could make your way to the village of Ano Mera and seek out a tavern for a seafood dinner or perhaps wander down to Little Venice, where colourful balconies hang precariously over the sea.

Accommodation

Hotel (1 night)

Included Activities

Day Trip to the Island of Delos
Delos Archaeological Site

Optional Activities

Archaeological Sites/Ruins – EUR7
Aegean Maritime Museum – EUR4
House of Lena – EUR2
Day Trip to Village of Ano Mera – EUR4
Day Trip to Paradise Beach – EUR4
Day Trip to Super Paradise Beach – EUR10

Meals Included

Breakfast

Day 6: Santorini

Take a ferry and wind up this Greek adventure on the southern island of Santorini (approximately 3 hours). Renowned for its spectacular natural beauty, Santorini is one of Europe’s tourist hotspots, the home of the iconic image of the Greek islands – whitewashed, blue-domed buildings clinging to the cliff face with sparkling water in the background. Discover the hilltop ruins of Ancient Thira and its fascinating Prehistoric Museum, as well as the archaeological site of Akrotiri, a Minoan Bronze Age settlement that gives an insight into how the people here lived before the eruption. Check out the range of restaurants and shops in the island’s capital, interchangeably called Thira or Fira. If you have time while you’re here, perhaps head to one of Santorini’s volcanic beaches, such as Red Beach or the black beaches of Perissa, Vlhada, Perivolos or Agios Georgios. Be sure to try some of the island’s delicious food – the nutrient-filled volcanic soil makes the ingredients grown here full of flavour.

Accommodation

Hotel (1 night)

Optional Activities

Museum of Prehistoric Thira – EUR3
Volcano and Hot Springs (Half-Day Trip) – EUR25

Meals Included

Breakfast

Day 7: Santorini

In 1500 BC a volcanic eruption sank the centre of Santorini, forming one of the most significant geological formations on the planet – the awe-inspiring caldera. The spectacular natural beauty of this caldera is what makes Santorini such a special place. Today make an excursion along the crater rim, starting in Thira town and walking through little villages all the way to Oia, passing steep cliff faces and experiencing breathtaking views along the way (approximately 2.5–3 hours of walking). If you have time, you might also like to take a half-day trip to the island’s volcano and hot springs in the centre of the lagoon. Or perhaps visit one of the island’s wineries – the vines here are cultivated in a very unusual way, with the plants being pruned to form a low basket shape that sits on top of the volcanic soil to protect the grapes from strong winds. On the last evening of your adventure, rub shoulders with friendly locals in packed pubs and cafes, sipping a cocktail as you witness a magnificent Santorini sunset.

Accommodation

Hotel (1 night)

Included Activities

Santorini Caldera Rim Hike

Meals Included

Breakfast

Day 8: Santorini

Today your Greek Islands adventure comes to an end. There are no activities planned and you are able to depart the accommodation at any time. You might want to extend your stay to see all Santorini has to offer. We are happy to book additional accommodation, subject to availability. Please enquire at the time of booking.

Meals Included

- Breakfast

Inclusions

5 breakfasts, 1 dinner

Unlimited Yoga

Transport

Ferry, Public bus, Taxi, Metro

Accommodation

Hotel (7 nights)

Included activities

Ano Syros Walk
Picnic in Mykonos
Day Trip to the Island of Delos
Delos Archaeological Site
Santorini Caldera Rim Hike

Next trip departure

Sat 20 Apr – Sat 27 Apr 2023 Only $2450

Friday may 4^th – May 11^th 2023 Only $2450

Sat 20 Apr – Sat 27 Apr 2024 Only $2450

Friday may 4^th – May 11^th 2024 Only $2450

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