Discover and explore beautiful Ireland on this holiday adventure that includes excursions, fitness, wellness, and farm-to-table food, all in an idyllic countryside setting.

We will meet in the cultural center of Dublin—founded as a Viking settlement and famous for its literary legacy, museums, cathedrals, pub scene and warm and witty residents.  

We will have a welcome dinner at a classic Irish pub and a one-night stay at the 4-star Herbert Park Hotel in the Ballsbridge area of Dublin.  We will then travel together as a group by bus for a 5-night stay at the award-winning Creacon Wellness Retreat Center nestled in an emerald green enclave in Co. Wexford, southeastern Ireland.  

If you would like to arrive earlier in Dublin to explore the city on your own, see our itinerary section. 

May is a lovely time to visit and explore Ireland. Mark and I were here last May and it was simply wonderful. It's right before the tourist season begins in June so it won't be too crowded.

We visited the Creacon Wellness Retreat Center and it was magical. We were totally blown away with the food and the facilities and we are looking forward to hosting our retreat here.

The convenience of having bus transport to Creacon and to the places we will visit on our excursions allows you to see beautiful, verdant Ireland without the stress of driving and navigating ...(driving on the other side of the road and having the driver's seat on the other side of the car can be very challenging!) 

Exploring new places while meeting and making new friends, make the trip extra special and enjoyable.

It's a simple direct flight to Dublin and airfares are very reasonable in the off-season.

We have built a small community of travelers who enjoy fitness, great food and exploring new places. 

We are always pleased to meet and have new people in the group. All are welcome—men, women and families.

Dublin has a variety of experiences to choose from, including a visit to Trinity College and its famous Old Library and Book of Kells Experience. 

Or for a bit of medieval history, visit the old Dublin Castle, the famous St. Patrick's Cathedral, and the fascinating Dubliner (Viking) museum.  

And most won't want to miss sampling some iconic Irish beer or whiskey at the famous Guinness Distillery or in one of the city's many other distilleries and old pubs.

Once an Irish Inn, the property has been transformed into a charming retreat center, surrounded by lush gardens and nearby rolling green hills dotted with small farms, sheep and cattle.

The center features two inviting lounges with cozy sofas and chairs to curl up in, read a book, watch a movie, have a chat, or simply enjoy the warmth of the fireplace.

The center also has a library, tea room, arts and crafts studio, gift shop and restaurant.

Outside there are beautiful grounds and gardens to explore, including picnic tables for the afternoons and a fire pit and blankets for the evenings.

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Our Pilates and Fit Longevity classes and wellness and meditation sessions will take place in Creacon's grand and peaceful Meditation Hall.

The hall features wooden floors, a thin carpet, lots of windows and is adorned with spiritual artifacts gifted to Creacon from all over the world.

This fully equipped studio includes mats, belts, blocks, blankets and pillows and is the perfect zen place for our fitness classes, meditations and wellness sessions.

Our fitness classes and wellness sessions are open for all levels and will generally be scheduled in the mornings and late afternoons to accommodate all time preferences and excursions.  

Feel free to take as many classes as you like or just a few if you prefer. There is a spa and a gym at Creacon and beautiful grounds and gardens to explore. We want you to enjoy and spend your time in this special place as you wish.

*Creacon Spa —For the ultimate pampering, book a massage or special treatment, including facials, acupuncture and reflexology.

*These services are not part of your retreat package and can be purchased separately at the center. 

Creacon Gym— There is a private gym with cardio machines, fitness equipment and free weights, available complimentary.

*Post workout indulge in a sauna or take a cold plunge. 

*The gym and sauna are complimentary, but there is an extra charge of €12 for the cold plunge. .

Three meals a day—breakfast, lunch* and dinner are included from the center’s delicious and nutritious menu comprised of healthy grains, greens, soups, salads, seafood, meat, pasta, pizzas, wraps, smoothies and desserts. 

*There are two lunches out on your own for two of the excursions.

There are plenty of vegetarian and vegan options, and all special diets and food allergies will be accommodated.

The inviting restaurant sports a full service bar and small lounge on one end, and on the other, a fireplace abutting long wooden tables—perfect for communal dining.

*The bar offers a selection of curated wines and alcoholic beverages. 

*Alcohol is not included in your retreat package, but you may purchase it on your own.

Creacon offers 16 deluxe en suite bedrooms with private bathroom. Wi-FI is included.

As part of Creacon's commitment to peace and good health, all rooms are media fee and provided with Kangen water to detoxify, purify and lower acidity levels in the body.

There will be three excursions over the week. 

Dunbrody Abbey

For some Irish Medieval history, we will visit the 800-year old Dunbrody Abbey with It's 13 century church, extensive remains and fascinating and fun outdoor maze. 

Dunbrody Famine Ship

For some more recent 19th century Irish history, we will visit the Dunbrody Famine ship learning about the Great Famine of Ireland and the mass exodus that ensued.

Hook Shore and Light House

Finally, we will explore and take in the natural wonders and beauty of Ireland on the south eastern coastal Hook shoreline with its impressive 800-year old Hook Light House—the oldest intact, operational light house in the world.

Transfers Not Included:

On your arrival, transfer from the Dublin airport to the city of Dublin is not included in your retreat package and must be set up on your own.  You may take a taxi or a bus from the airport to Dublin.

On your departure May 30th, transfer from from the Creacon Wellness Retreat Center to wherever you are headed is not included in your retreat package.  However, we will help you coordinate your departure that day, as many of you will be headed to the Dublin airport.

Transfers Included:

Transfer on Sunday, May 25th from Dublin to the Creacon Wellness Retreat Center and transfers for all excursions are included in your retreat package.

A Travel insurance policy is recommended, including trip cancellation and interruption, baggage, accident, emergency assistance and medical assistance.

A non-refundable $500 deposit is needed to secure your spot.

Final payments are due by April 24th, 2025.

If you cancel by March 24th, 2025, you will be refunded the cost of your trip less the non-refundable $500 deposit.

All details are subject to change in order to improve our client's experience.

To sign up, applications and waivers must be signed and completed in the participant information section.

All service fees will be absorbed by the participant.

The We Travel platform offers a payment plan option. 

Once you pay your $500 deposit, 4 installment payments will be scheduled.

Feel free to email linda@lindafit.com if you need assistance.