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Soulshine Moroccan Yoga Adventure with Soulla Relax, breathe, move, heal, unwind, laugh, explore, stretch, workout, tone, rejuvenate, invigorate, refresh, revive, energise, live life and love life on this five night Soulshine Moroccan Yoga Adventure with Soulla Retreat package prices from £800 per person Tuesday 4 – Sunday 9 November 2014 Riad Porte Royale, Marrakech – Morocco

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Soulshine  Moroccan  Yoga  Adventure  with  Soulla Relax,  breathe,  move,  heal,  unwind,  laugh,  explore,  stretch,  workout,  tone,  rejuvenate,  invigorate,  refresh,  revive,  energise,  live  life  and  love  life  on  this  five  night  Soulshine  Moroccan  Yoga  Adventure  with  Soulla

Retreat  package  prices  from  £800  per  person    

Tuesday  4  –  Sunday  9  November  2014    

Riad  Porte  Royale,  Marrakech  –  Morocco    

   

 

 

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Retreat  Overview

Join  me  for  five  nights  this  November  for  an  invigorating  and  restorative  yoga  experience  and  the  opportunity  to  experience  the  richness  of  North  Africa,  with  its  wealth  of  culture,  on  this  Soulshine  Moroccan  Yoga  Adventure.

Set  within  the  tranquility  of  a  beautiful  traditional  riad  house  in  the  heart  of  Marrakech,  this  urban  retreat  will  offer  two  rooftop  yoga  classes  a  day  and  a  jam-­‐packed  package  schedule  to  ensure  that  you  truly  get  to  experience  all  the  delights  of  Marrakech  during  your  break.  From  shopping  in  the  colourful  medina  market,  to  relaxing  with  a  steam  and  massage  in  the  local  hammam,  taking  a  cooking  class  with  local  Moroccan  ladies  and  journeying  to  the  striking  Atlas  mountains  –  you’ll  be  sure  to  get  a  fantastic  taste  of  all  that  Marrakech  has  to  offer.  Not  to  mention  taking  time  to  relax  and  enjoy  all  the  delicious  local  food  that  will  be  served  daily  in  the  company  of  new  friends  in  the  peaceful  haven  of  our  beautiful  riad.

The  retreat  will  be  small,  with  numbers  limited  so  I  can  give  each  and  every  one  of  the  participants  plenty  of  personal  attention  and  help  to  develop  their  yoga  practice  on  an  individual  level.

Soulshine  Moroccan  Adventure  Retreat  Package

IN  ORDER  TO  PROVIDE  THE  PERFECT  MOROCCAN  SOULSHINE  RETREAT  EXPERIENCE  FOR  YOU,  I’VE  CREATED  A  JAM-­‐PACKED  PACKAGE  THAT  INCLUDES  ALL  OF  THE  FOLLOWING...

• Five  nights  accommodation  in  our  exclusive  Riad,  described  by  The  Morocco  Handbook  as:  “One  of  the  top  six  relaxed  Riads  in  Marrakech”  

• Five  transformational  Vinyasa  Flow  yoga  sessions  with  Soulla   • Four  evening  Lunar  yoga  practices  with  Soulla   • Daily  delicious  breakfast   • Three  wholesome,  healthy  and  home-­‐cooked  dinners  and  lunches  at  our  Riad   • An  invigorating  and  pampering  traditional  Hammam  treatment   • A  guided  walking  tour  of  the  Souks   • A  guided  walking  tour  of  the  Medina  and  it’s  key  sites   • A  group  evening  meal  out  in  Marrakech   • A  one  day  Traditional  Moroccan  cooking  course   • A  day  trip  to  the  Atlas  mountains,  including  a  visit  to  a  Berber  home  and  traditional   apothecary   • Complimentary  tea,  coffee  and  drinking  water   • Transfers  to  and  from  the  airport  

• OPTION  1:  Twin  room  with  ensuite  bathroom  -­‐  £800  per  person  (two  people  sharing)    • OPTION  2:  Double  room  with  ensuite  bathroom  -­‐  £1,120  for  one  person  (sole  occupancy)  • OPTION  3:  Double  room  with  ensuite  bathroom  -­‐  £800  per  person  (two  people  sharing)  

Solo  travellers  -­‐  fear  not!  You  don’t  need  to  travel  with  a  friend  or  partner  in  order  to  benefit  from  the  room  sharing  prices.  If  you  choose  to  share  (as  most  Soulshine  guests  do),  then  you  will  be  placed  in  a  same-­‐gender  room  with  another  lovely  like-­‐minded  Soulshine  yogi  guest.

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SO,  THE  ONLY  EXTRA  COSTS  THAT  YOU'LL  HAVE  TO  THINK  ABOUT  ARE...

• Flights  or  travel  insurance   • Extra  treats  and  activities   • Taxis  to  and  from  places  locally   • Yoga  equipment  

Our  Riad  

Riad  Porte  Royale  is  located  west  of  the  beautiful  Mosque  of  Sidi-­‐bel-­‐  Abbès,  patron  saint  of  Marrakech.  Positioned  slightly  away  from  the  hubbub  and  craziness  of  the  central  Medina,  the  Riad  provides  a  calm  and  peaceful  oasis  –  perfect  for  retreating  into  relaxation  and  your  yoga  practice.  Dating  back  to  about  1750,  the  Riad  has  five  bedrooms  with  en-­‐suite  bathrooms.  Restored  by  master  craftsmen,  traditional  finishes  enhance  the  clean  lines.  This  stylish  Riad  is  a  perfect  Yoga  retreat  venue.  

“The  stylish  reserve  of  the  decoration  serves  to  emphasize  the  beauty  of  the  building  and  contributes  to  the  serene  atmosphere  “  Footprint  Marrakech  

The  Rooms  

The  bedrooms  are  a  masterpiece  of  simplicity  of  design.  White  walls  combine  with  neutral  tadelakt  and  bejmat  floors  to  act  as  a  perfect  tonic  to  a  day  in  kaleidoscopic  Marrakech.  Every  room  has  a  view  of  the  courtyard,  and  the  windows  have  traditional  wooden  shutters.  The  bed  linen  is  fresh,  white  cotton.  Pillows  and  duvets  are  all  anti-­‐allergic.  All  rooms  have  en-­‐suite  facilities.  

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Shared  spaces  

Riad  Porte  Royale  has  a  large  central  courtyard,  a  salon,  a  loggia  and  a  large  roof  terrace.  Textiles,  rugs  and  objets  d’art  from  caravan  routes  in  Africa  and  Asia  accent  the  interior.  There  are  many  corners  to  curl  up  in  to  read,  or  talk,  or  simply  daydream,  from  the  b’hou  off  the  courtyard,  to  the  loggia  upstairs  with  its  pretty  window  arches,  or  the  white  tent  on  the  roof  terrace.  

Breakfast  Lunch  and  Dinner  

As  you  would  expect  on  a  Soulshine  Yoga  Retreat,  we  will  be  providing  nutritionally  balanced  healthy  meals  -­‐  all  included  in  the  price.  The  meals  will  include  vegetarian  and  fish  options.

Superb  locally  grown  ingredients  are  sourced  every  day  from  the  colourful  Marrakech  markets  and  are  then  prepared  into  homemade  delicious  delights  such  as  tajines  and  fresh  yogurt  by  the  Riads  excellent  chef  Hajiba.  The  menu  will  change  on  a  seasonal  (and  daily)  basis  depending  on  what  is  best  at  the  time.  One  evening,  we  will  have  traditional  live  music  in  the  Riad  to  accompany  our  dinner,  with  a  Gnawa  and  Lute  player.

Included  in  your  package  is  also  one  group  dinner  in  a  lively  local  restaurant.  There  will  also  be  another  free  evening  to  allow  you  to  continue  exploring  the  plethora  of  culinary  delights  available  in  Marrakech.

If  you  have  any  special  dietary  requirements  please  let  us  know  in  advance.  We  will  always  try  to  accommodate  you  

 

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A  bit  about  Marrakech  

Marrakech  is  a  vibrant,  hectic  cacophony  of  stimulating  sounds  and  sights.  A  bustling  city,  it  has  long  been  known  for  its  bohemian  appeal.  In  many  respects  the  city  remains  quite  unchanged.  Donkeys  vie  for  space  with  cars  on  the  narrow  picturesque  streets,  the  ancient  buildings  retain  all  of  their  charm  and  the  markets  have  an  almost  medieval  feel.  Visitors  can  spend  their  days  wandering  the  streets  and  haggling  for  a  bargain,  or  visit  one  of  the  many  beautiful  gardens  or  museums.  The  city  remains  as  vibrant  at  night  as  it  is  during  the  day.  The  main  square,  Jemaa  el  Fna,  offers  all  manner  of  entertainment  from  eating  to  snake  charmers,  henna  artists,  drummers,  singers  and  dancers.  

Your  Activities

There  is  so  much  to  see  and  experience  in  and  around  Marrakech  that  it  can  almost  feel  a  little  overwhelming  on  arrival.  Where  to  start?  That’s  why  I’ve  prepared  a  fantastically  full  itinerary  for  your  Moroccan  Adventure  created  from  my  own  experience  of  running  retreats  in  Marrakech.  My  aim  is  to  ensure  that  you  get  the  most  out  of  your  time  in  the  vibrant  city  of  Marrakech  and  have  the  fullest,  most  exhilarating  and  fulfilling  travel  adventure.  Below  is  more  information  on  each  of  the  activities  included  in  your  package  price:  

Medina  Guided  Walking  Tour:  On  this  guided  walking  tour,  you  will  experience  the  heart  of  Moroccan  culture,  exploring  the  winding  maze  of  streets  in  the  Medina,  taking  in  the  endless  markets  and  stalls  and  visiting  some  of  the  key  historical  sites  of  this  ancient  city.  

Souk  Guided  Walking  Tour:  No  visit  to  Marrakech  is  complete  without  exploring  the  colourful  souks  (open-­‐air  markets).  On  this  tour  you  will  be  guided  through  all  the  most  popular  areas  of  the  souks,  you’ll  get  a  chance  to  watch  artisans  at  work  and  explore  the  various  wares  on  offers  from  hand-­‐  crafted  slippers  to  traditional  woodwork,  brass,  iron  and  bronze  artefacts,  jewellery,  kaftans,  carpets,  spices  and  pottery.  

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Traditional  Moroccan  Cooking  Course:  This  is  definitely  one  of  the  highlights  of  the  week.  Your  day  will  start  with  a  trip  to  the  local  souk,  where,  armed  with  a  shopping  list  you’ll  bargain  your  way  to  a  full  basket  of  deliciously  fresh  products.  You’ll  learn  how  to  find  the  best  products  by  looking,  feeling  and  tasting...!  Citron,  confit,  smen,  argan  oil  and  Moroccan  spices  will  all  be  savoured  and  there  will  be  visits  to  traditional  bakeries  to  stock  up  on  fresh  and  delish-­‐smelling  bread.  Once  our  baskets  are  full,  we  then  head  back  with  our  wares  to  cook  in  the  courtyard  of  a  traditional  Riad  to  drink  peppermint  tea  and  cook  what  can  only  be  described  as  a  feast!  And  of  course,  we  then  get  time  to  savour  our  homemade  delights  on  the  roof  of  the  Riad  under  the  Moroccan  sun.  It’s  a  truly  fantastic  experience.  

Atlas  Mountain  Day  Trip: The  High  Atlas  has  retained  a  remoteness,  which  until  recent  decades  was  virtually  complete,  and  contains  villages  where  the  way  of  life  has  changed  very  little  for  centuries.  On  this  one-­‐day  adventure,  we  will  explore  some  of  the  delights  of  the  mountain  region,  visiting  a  traditional  Berber  home  for  fresh  mint  tea,  learning  about  the  process  of  making  the  famous  Moroccan  Argan  oil,  visiting  a  traditional  herbal  apothecary  and  crossing  the  Ourika  valley  to  explore  a  range  of  waterfalls.    

 

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Traditional  Hammam  Spa:  An  invigorating  and  relaxing  experience,  during  your  trip  you  can  enjoy  this  most  Moroccan  of  traditions  –  the  Hammam.  Entering  the  warmth  of  the  Hammam  space,  your  body  will  be  doused  with  warm  water  as  a  Tellak  exfoliates  away  impurities  using  a  Kessa  glove  and  Savon  Noir,  a  cleansing  soap  made  from  crushed  olives,  olive  oil  and  Eucalyptus.  You’ll  be  left  feeling  cleansed,  relaxed  and  with  incredibly  soft  and  revitalised  skin!  

Sample  Retreat  Schedule

The  following  is  a  guide  to  our  jam-­‐packed  schedule  during  the  5-­‐night  retreat:

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The  Yoga  (suitable  for  all  levels)  

Our  morning  practice  to  greet  the  day  will  be  incorporate  Meditation,  Pranayama  (breathing  techniques)  and  dynamic  Vinyasa  Flow  Yoga  to  awaken  us  in  body,  mind  and  spirit.  The  evening  practice  will  focus  on  incorporating  healing  Yin  and  Restorative  poses  and  sessions  of  deeply  relaxing  Yoga  Nidra  guided  meditation.  I  will  also  be  available  for  any  1:1  private  sessions  if  desired.

The  retreat  will  be  small,  with  numbers  limited  so  I  can  give  each  and  every  one  of  you  plenty  of  personal  attention  and  help  to  develop  your  yoga  practice  on  an  individual  level.  

 

What  previous  Soulshine  Retreat  clients  had  to  say...  

“I  really  loved  being  here  on  your  retreat.  I  compliment  you  for  everything  you’ve  done;  the  yoga,  the  Reiki,  your  interest  in  the  people  and  the  organization  of  all  the  activities.  It  feels  for  me  like  I  am  more  relaxed  and  have  a  better  idea  of  what  I  can  do  back  home  to  keep  it  that  way  and  to  follow  my  heart  more.  I  really  want  to  thank  you  for  that.”  Mijke,  Lawyer,  Soulshine  Moroccan  Adventure  guest

“Soulla  is  a  beautiful,  loving,  giving  soul!  She  makes  you  feel  so  comfortable  and  at  ease.  Her  guided  imagery,  yoga  nidra  and  asana  guidance  is  spot  and  so  engaging.  Soulla  went  above  and  beyond  to  make  sure  we  had  everything  that  we  needed”  Amanda,  Yoga  Studio  Owner,  Soulshine  Moroccan  Adventure  guest

“Soulla’s  classes  feel  like  one  beautiful,  long  poem.  She  weaves  words  and  movements  so  eloquently  together  and  proves  that  teaching  yoga  is  an  art.”  Sigrid,  Community  Worker,  Soulshine  Moroccan  Adventure  guest

“This  yoga  retreat  has  been  amazing.  I  have  met  some  beautiful  people,  the  yoga  is  great,  Soulla  is  an  amazing  teacher  and  I  cannot  wait  for  the  next  one.”  Jo,  Nurse,  Soulshine  Moroccan  Adventure  guest

“Soulla’s  spirit  infused  every  moment  with  yogic  bliss.  Her  energy,  passion  and  genuine  connection  with  her  students  results  in  a  terrific  retreat  for  all  –  on  the  mat  and  off!”  Lisa,  CEO,  Soulshine  Moroccan  Adventure  guest

Why  not  visit  Facebook  here  to  view  photos  of  a  previous  Soulshine  Moroccan  Yoga  Adventures.

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