HIGHLIGHTS
During this six-day wellness experience, retreat programming will center on how to build a holistic parea of your own. Form your appreciative well-being vision while hiking beautiful trails, practicing laughing yoga, meditating, and stretching through healing massage. Bond with others over meals, self-guided free time, and community wellbeing activities in beautiful Batsi Andros, Greece.
Program Overview
We've partnered with Krinos Suites Hotel to provide retreat participants a comfortable experience. Housed in a perfectly restored 1860s building and located in the idyllic village of Batsi, all suites are equipped with one queen bed, private bath, and a separate living/sitting area, and its own picturesque view of the Aegean Sea along direct access to a sandy beach.
Accommodations
This parea wellness retreat is solely dedicated for 6 to 10 participants. Your responses to a brief questionnaire is required to determine program compatibility. If you are interested in receiving an invitation to join this event, please click "Registration Info" for further details.
Exclusively for Small Groups
What is Parea?
In the Greek culture, PAREA [pah-REH-ah] is a term used to describe a state of joyfulness and connection among friends with meaningful conversations, usually over food.
Our parea wellness retreat to Andros expands upon this concept with a program to help you connect with your whole self and others in a meaningful way and in a safe, cozy, and beautiful setting.
Check back soon to listen to a message from our wellness retreat host, Catherine Zaranis.
Day One: Arrival and Orientation in Andros
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Welcome reception at Krinos Hotel
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Introduction and Intention Setting Program (schedule massage)
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Afternoon stroll around Batsi
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Sunset centering session
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Healthy dinner featuring local Mediterranean cuisine
Day Two: Mindful Movement and Nature Connection (Andros)
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Daily check-in
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Guided hike exploring the scenic landscape and natural beauty of Andros
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Opportunities for reflection and connection with nature
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Free time for relaxation (journal, read, paint, reiki, water sports)
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Evening: Group mindfulness practice for overall well-being
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Dinner featuring fresh, locally sourced ingredients
Day Three: Cultural Immersion (Andros)
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Daily check-in
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Excursion to Chora
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Laughing Yoga
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Lunch & Stroll in Chora (Fresno Cafe)
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Afternoon massage or free time
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Dinner
Day Four: Wellness Workshops & Herbal Healing Practices (Andros)
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Daily check-in
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Morning wellness workshop
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Midafternoon hike or vegetable picking at organic farm
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Afternoon massage or free time (journal, paint, reiki, water sports)
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Group dinner featuring a Mediterranean inspired menu
Day Five: Creative Expression (Andros)
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Daily check-in
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Excursion to Korthi
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Yin Yoga in Korthi
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Lunch in Korthi (Oti Kalo)
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Creative expression workshop
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Farewell group dinner featuring a celebratory feast of Greek specialties
Day Six: Integration and Departure (Andros)
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Morning: Closing ceremony and expression of gratitude for the journey and set intentions for continued wellness and growth
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Connect to community wellness portal
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Check out and departure, with transportation provided to ferry terminal
Parea Retreat Itinerary: Recalibrate Mind, Body & Spirit
DETAILS
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Welcome gift, SWAG, and reception
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Daily dinner in Andros
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Lite snacks during hikes
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Massage
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Accommodations at Krinos Suites Hotel with daily breakfast
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Ferry ride to and from Andros
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Ground transportation while in Andros to Chora, Korthi and hiking destinations
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Farewell reception and dinner
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Pre-trip individual MINDSET call to establish what you are bringing to the retreat and what you hope to come away with from the retreat
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Pre-trip group orientation call
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Post-trip community wellness portal
What's Included?
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Your round-trip international airfare
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Travel insurance
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Personal, medical, or trip cancellation insurance (required)
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Transportation to and from Ferry in Rafina from airport
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Lunch (variety of delicious food choices near Krinos hotel) and Dinner (excluding farewell dinner)
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Souvenir shopping, personal phone calls, options on-site services, taxis, laundry, and gratuities
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Any beverages other than what is offered during our included meals and events
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Added services: Additional therapeutic treatments (such as Reiki), water sports, excursions not listed or to other islands
What's Not Included?
Joining an exclusive and transformative parea group amidst the picturesque, backdrop of Batsi, Andros is possible with a commitment and investment.
That is why a special program rate is offered to individuals who are committed and who have submitted the registration questionnaire form no later than June 8, 2024.
Submitting the registration questionnaire does not guarantee an invitation as responses will help determine parea compatibility. Registration will close once capacity is reached and pricing will increase after April 8, 2024.
CLICK HERE FOR REGISTRATION DETAILS