Journey Back to Self ~ Yoga Retreat **POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE**

Marrakech, Morocco

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Toni Ann Benino
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Aug 7 - 14, 2021
Group size: 12 - 14
Journey Back to Self ~ Yoga Retreat **POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE**
Marrakech, Morocco

Toni Ann Benino
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1 review

Aug 7 - 14, 2021
Group size: 12 - 14

About this trip

"And you? When will you begin that long journey into yourself?" -Rumi


Join Toni Benino and Laura Gotlin this summer on a "Journey Back to Self" Yoga Retreat in Marrakech, Morocco. Our home for the week will be the Peacock Pavilions Hotel, a handmade, artisanal boutique hotel located on the outskirts of Marrakech. This culturally designed space is nestled in an olive grove with a breathtaking view of the Atlas Mountains. 


The estate is comprised of three pavilions: the Main Pavilion (surrounded by hundreds of rose bushes), the Atlas Pavilion (guest rooms) and the Medina Pavilion (private house), as well as outdoor areas. 


The hotel supports Project Soar, a non-profit organization established by the owners, to empower local Moroccan girls through arts and sports as well as health and English language education. Participants on the retreat will spend a morning volunteering here. 

What to Bring:

- Yoga mat (rentals available)

-Refillable water bottle

- Yoga attire

-Outfit for hiking

-Clothes for touring and dinners (dress cool! We're in the desert!)

-Hiking backpack

-Sneakers

-Toiletries

-Journal

-Bathing suit

-Self-Love

-An open mind and heart


Stay connected with your teachers:

Laura Gotlin: 

Website: https://www.lauragotlinyoga.com/

Instagram: @Yogahustler


Toni Benino: 

Instagram: @toni.yogasoul

https://www.instagram.com/toni.yogasoul/

Disclaimers


-$450 deposit is non-refundable

-We reserve the right to cancel retreat if minimum sign ups are not reached 30 days prior (non-refundable deposits will in this case be refunded, less an admin fee).
- We are not responsible for lost, stolen, or missing items.
- We are not responsible for airline cancelations, missed flights, or transportation issues prior to the retreat.
- All reservations and bookings are first come first serve.
- A VALID PASSPORT IS REQUIRED if you are leaving your home country to attend retreat. 
- You have until 61 days before the retreat to request any refunds.
- Travel insurance is NOT included in the price of the retreat, yet is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED for your protection
- You must sign and return liability waiver and retreat contract BEFORE the first day of the retreat.
-All bookings after 1/1/21 have until 6/1/21 to request a refund (this does not include nonrefundable deposit of $450)

What’s included

  • Yoga
    Various styles & for all levels
  • 7 nights, 7 full days
    *all rooms double occupancy
  • Daily Excursions
    Some included: Guided tour of Medina, Chef Tarik's Organic Cooking Class, Guided Hike at Kasbah du Toubkal, Volunteering with Project Soar, a day at Le Bains de Marrakesh Hammam
  • Meditation
    Guided Meditation as well as Pranayama (breath work)
  • Use of entire property
    Outdoor Pool, Gym, Cinema
  • Airport Transfers
    To and from Marrakesh Menara Airport (RAK)
  • Breakfast (each morning)
    *lunch on days 2, 3, 6, 7*dinner on days 1, 3, 4, 5, & 7 *vegetarian and vegan options available for all

What’s not included

  • Flight
    Please use Marrakesh Menara Airport (RAK)
  • Food off site
    *Meals on Excursion days (except cooking class)
  • Personal Spending
    Souvenirs, Shopping, Spa services, etc.
  • Gratuity
    Appreciated, not required, for Peacock Pavilions staff

Available Packages

Trip Price
$1,750
Deposit:$450

Itinerary

Day 1
Arrivals and Grounding

Welcome dinner at Peacock Pavilion

40 minute SlowFlow class

Your Organizer


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Toni Ann Benino
1 review
Toni Benino, 500 ERYT, first turned to Yoga in 2014. A deep and continual connection to the practice inspired her to pursue multiple teacher trainings, including a recent certification completion as a Yoga Therapist. Toni continues to share her knowledge and passion through teaching, and sustains an excitement for learning. She additionally co-leads local & international yoga retreats. Toni is passionate about offering introspective adventures, and holding space for others to self-heal and self-serve, while building community.

Reviews

Honestly it has taken me almost one week to reflect and I'm still laughing and crying and rolling in the energy from this trip. Its the trip and then the afterwards, but lets talk about Toni and the Garden Goddess. Toni is an amazing soul, warm and very observant. As a hostess and organizer everything was better than expected, The accommodations, food, staff, quarters all top notch. The property is amazing, the Yoga spaces top notch. With both in and outdoor practice spaces and all props needed are available. Garden Goddess is built for Yoga retreats. From the peaceful and transforming surroundings to the nature that you experience every day from morning to night!. To the special requests- we requested coffee, meaning me, lol, every morning at 5.30, my coffee was in the pot waiting!!! Seriously, every day... The food was prepared and served every day with an abundance of choices including soups, salads, fresh fruit, vegetarian and animal protein meals, every request was satisfied. Again, the food and resort was awesome! My room was very nice size double with air conditioning and large bathroom. Double doors opened to a large semi private seating area, all very clean and attended. No worries there. really only slept there, lol Now the transformation part!! Toni set the tone with some grounding on the first day, boy I'm glad she did because the the rest of the week my kapha was off the charts. Every morning there was practice and every morning was new experience that included either planned excursions or spontaneous taxi rides up and down the coast from Cahuita to Punta UVA! My inner monkey was on fire!!! Simply amazing experiences, I highly recommend both the Bri Bri Indian reservation and the Punta Uva kayak and beach excursions. Both awesome days and learned so much. And its everything in between that adds up, the people you meet. The ones you travel with, the bonds you create. All of it And through it all Toni is watching and guiding and asking if she can help in any way. Awesomeness all around!! I can honestly go on and on. This experience stays with you, will change you and continues to lift you far after you return! Personally, I would take another excursion with Toni and her compadre anytime they offered because they have the experience and are true to the practice of Yoga! So I would say to you go!!! Hanuman
By John H for Return To You Yoga Retreat on Jul 18, 2024