This Solstice Retreat at Lake Atitlan was my fourth retreat with Tamika. I LOVE her retreats, especially in Spanish-speaking locations! Her background includes teaching Spanish professionally and she effortlessly weaves in learning about the culture and history of the country in an authentic and respectful way. For Guatemala, we got to experience a Mayan Fire Ceremony with a local Indigenous healer, indulge in a gentle Temazcal sweat lodge and Cacao ceremony. You're consistently being invited into ceremony which raises each moment into a heightened spiritual experience if you're looking for it. With any of Tamika's retreats there will be some adventure, maybe a few uncomfortable moments (winding mountain roads make me queasy!) and it will all be worth it. We journeyed across Lake Atitlan in water taxis and stayed at Villa Sumaya, a maze-like eco-palace accessible by boat built into the volcanic mountainside. This place is stunning (and she's going back in 2025!). The lake and surrounding volcanoes are mesmerizingly gorgeous (every room seems to have a stunning view) and the beautiful architectural design of the villa is surrounded by lush flora. It was rainy season when we went but that made it more vibrant, more verdant. It was an invitation to rest which is one of the tenets of Tamika's approach to yoga. Tamika will hold space for you in so many ways (you can relax knowing that logistics have been carefully curated and researched and the yoga will be LEGIT whether more active but accessible yang or a delicious inspiring yin).She is always honing her craft and you will receive some world-class yoga, skillfully adapted from world-class teachers and workshops because she is consistently in the study of yoga. Another benefit of these retreats are the people - deep connections will form at the dining table. You will be inspired! You will be encouraged! You may quit your job and follow your dreams! Also a plus yummy vegetarian food and lots of unstructured time to be in self-study, community or deep-rest is built in. Villa Sumaya has a slate of wellness experts available to you from Astrology, Reiki, massage and more. Do yourself a favor and book a retreat with Tamika. You won't regret it and maybe it will change your life!