Divine Play Women’s Retreat
2022
Montenegro
Adriatic Adventure
July 30- August 6, 2022
Divine Play Women’s Retreats
The retreat that everyone LOVES.
Far too often as a woman, you find yourself so busy, too busy. Life rushes past you as you care for all that needs to be done, and before you know it, weeks, months, or maybe years have gone by since you’ve actually taken time for YOU. Divine Play Women’s Retreats are thoughtfully curated weeks for you to reconnect, restore and rejoice in life. It’s a week for you to literally set aside your “to do” list so that you can laugh and play. It’s a week to pamper and relax. It’s a week for adventure and to explore. It’s YOUR week.
Every year Divine Play choses a spectacular location so you can soak in the local landscape and cuisine. The destinations are unique and always include the opportunity for you to choose how you spend your time, doing as much or as little as you need. This group of women quickly becomes your tribe and is undoubtedly why this retreat grows every year and some women have chosen to return every year since Divine Play Retreats began. It’s a powerful experience and a favorite week of the year for so many.
The Adriatic Coast
Divine Play 2022 is heading to the Adriatic coast!
You are welcomed to your Adriatic Adventure in the beautiful Old City of Dubrovnik, Croatia, where old world charm abounds. After a day to settle in and explore the UNESCO world heritage town, we set out for the picturesque drive to our home base in Montenegro, where labyrinthine bays are dotted by little islands, and coastal towns draw you in with their Italianate charm. The awe-inspiring Dinaric ridges above and of course, the calm blue waters of the Southern Adriatic below, leave no mistake as to why Montenegro is known as the jewel of the Mediterranean.
The Venues
Our venues for retreat have been carefully chosen so that we can remain an intimate group, yet provide us with the luxurious charm of the region.
Landing in Dubrovnik, you are welcomed to the award winning St Joseph’s Boutique Hotel.
St. Joseph’s is a very special house in the heart of the Old Town in Dubrovnik. Built in the 16th century, it had fallen into disrepair in modern times but has been lovingly restored to become one of the most elegant properties within the city walls. It is in the perfect location for us to soak in all of the charm of the region upon our arrival.
On the Montenegrin coast, directly on the waterfront of Boka Bay, in the small village of Dobrota, the five star, boutique Hotel Forza Terra, is our retreat home. To offer us the intimate opportunity to practice, play and romp in absolute freedom, the hotel is exclusively ours.
Hotel Forza Terra is luxuriously designed and filled with all of the comforts you would expect from a boutique hotel. An indoor and outdoor pool, a Finnish sauna and massages are available on site. The hotel is located on the bay so that you may take in the salty sea breeze and Adriatic sun. Soak in a beach lounger after morning yoga or stroll down the seaside to the Old town Kotor, the preserved World Heritage town filled with medieval fortresses and churches. The days are yours to soak in the old world charm.
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Itinerary *
Day 1 & 2 Dubrovnik
Arrive at Dubrovnik and make your way to St. Joseph’s Boutique Hotel located in the heart of the walled Old City. Tonight we will have a group dinner as we meet our sisters for the week.
After breakfast at the hotel, we grab our yoga mats and head out for a morning practice and official opening circle. This afternoon is yours to explore the Old City of Dubrovnik at your leisure.
Tonight we gather for a group feast and evening practice.
Day 3-7 Montenegro
After a leisurely breakfast and morning practice, we depart for a picturesque drive along the Adriatic to our home for the week in Montenegro. We will take our time to take it all of the fresh sea air and charming towns we pass.
Our days at Hotel Forza Terra will begin with morning yoga practice, followed by a nourishing breakfast/ brunch. The afternoons offer optional workshops or time for you to explore. You may choose to lounge by the pool, walk the seaside to the Old City, or book a massage. Maybe you take a long hike up, or wander through the street soaking in the old world vibes. It’s your time to do exactly what you need. The evenings wind down with delicious dinners prepared with the freshest local ingredients, and soothing evening practices.
One day during the week the itinerary is intentionally left free to allow you to explore anything you choose, as there is often a special excursion in the area that you might like to see. And of course, all Divine Play Retreats have an included special outing planned for you to get an experience of the land.
Our final night in Montenegro we honor our time together in closing ceremony. Retreats are always an incredibly special gift, and you will no doubt have a whole new tribe of women who you will want to honor, and who will want to honor you, before we part ways.
Day 8
After Breakfast, we make the drive back to Dubrovnik for departure flights. We will leave plenty of time as the boarder crossing time can be unpredictable. Please plan to book your flight for 4pm or later.
*Itinerary is approximate and subject to change.
Pricing
$3800pp
Private
$1000 non-refundable deposit due upon booking. Balance may be paid via interest free payments.
$2900pp
Shared Room with Rollaway Bed
$1000 non-refundable deposit due upon booking. Balance may be paid via interest free payments.
$2800
Shared Room/ Shared Bed
$1000 non-refundable deposit due upon booking. Balance may be paid via interest free payments.
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FAQs
Is transportation included?
Transportation to Hotel Forza Terra and back to Dubrovnik airport is included in your retreat pricing. Transportation upon arrival in Dubrovnik on day one to St Joseph’s Hotel is not. Taxi’s are quite plentiful at the Dubrovnik airport and getting to the Old City is quite easy.
Why is it important to register early?
In order to assure you get your choice of room type and to assure that these retreats continue to run!
Are meals included?
Divine Play Retreats aim to care for you. All dinners beginning upon arrival in Dubrovnik and Breakfast/ Brunch through the final day of retreat are included in retreat pricing, with the exception of the scheduled day off. On the scheduled day off only breakfast is included. During meals, coffee, tea and water are provided.
Please note, no alcohol is included during the retreat, or beverages beyond those mentioned. You are of course welcome to purchase it on your own.
Are spa services included?
You are welcome to use all of the facilities offered at Hotel Forze Terra. If you choose to book a massage, this is done directly through the hotel upon arrival and is not included in retreat pricing.
What excursions are included?
Glad you asked! One of the joys of Divine Play Retreats is exploring the local area, and perhaps trying something new! In addition to all of the included yoga classes and workshops, your retreat includes wonderful opportunities to explore the local land, guided by locals!
Can I choose my roommate?
Of course! When placing your deposit, simply note who you would like to share your room with.
I don’t have anyone to travel with. Can I come alone?
YES!! This is an incredible retreat for solo travelers! You are welcome to sign up solo, and if you prefer to share a room, we will happily arrange it.