Photo Credits: Freda Harbater (Lefkada retreat participant)
Lefkada, Greece Nov. 2022 Travel Retreat ~
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I got so much more...
"What I thought I needed was just some peace and quiet. A small break from my busy life. What I got was so much more. Lovely surroundings, delicious healthy food, yoga, and meditation. I enjoyed every moment and was able to take home some positive and helpful practices to enhance my life."
Elisheva M., Ramat Eshkol, Jerusalem
Ma-rabu ma-aseicha!
"The Lefkada retreat was a real treat! It was such a blessing to be in such a majestic and magnificent natural environment, untouched by human hands - I felt like I was visiting in the book of Genesis. The phrase, 'Ma-rabu ma-aseicha" (Tehillim 104) was constantly on my lips! The women on the trip were warm, wonderful and caring and the staff went out of their way to try and accommodate our needs. Beautiful, luxury accommodation. A highly recommended experience!"
Devorah Cohen, Jerusalem
I never knew an experience like this...
"I signed up for the retreat for a combination of self help needs. I knew I was feeling depleted and needed to heal among women. Remote Greek island? Even better. All kosher but not hotel food? Sign me up. I flew from Canada to Israel to join. I just wanted to be part of the experience. The retreat was meticulously planned, and execution was superb. Devora Ratner took us to the top of a mountain on a remote Greek island and created an entire world for us. I never knew an experience like this. The sisterhood it facilitated, the way we were safe to try new things, the way we could be anonymous and yet feel seen, and most importantly, accepted.
I’m still feeling the afterglow. This retreat is not for everyone. It is for women who are willing to step out of their typical lives for a week to explore ourselves immersed in nature, meditation, yoga, and all manners of wellness. I will be back.
Ronitte F, Toronto
Jewel in its beauty...
"The trip was beautiful, relaxing, yummy and enlivening… Neither words nor pictures do either the place nor the experience justice.
Nevertheless I will try.
- The location is a jewel in it’s beauty, as well as quiet and private; a perfect place to quiet, settle and connect.
- The food was the highest level of kashrut as well as fresh, local often organic, creative, delicious, and made with love and care.
- The accommodations were simple, solid, beautiful and clean… country chic!
It made me feel taken care of but not too spoiled as to not be ready for the next adventure! - A lot of thought and care was put into details and activities.
- The whole staff put their heart and talent into making the trip wonderful for “us”; more than that, they joined in and made a wonderful community for all of us to share, grow, and enjoy together.
The proof of that is that we are all still sharing our lives, thoughts and simchas months after the fact!
Honestly, it was hard for me to leave Eretz Yisroel for “just a trip”. Nevertheless Devora and her crew created the opportunity to share an adventure we would not have had the resources to do individually, and we all got to open to more of HaShem’s beautiful world, both the one that surrounded us, as well as the one more deeply experienced inside of us."
SBF
Jewel in its beauty...
"The trip was beautiful, relaxing, yummy and enlivening… Neither words nor pictures do either the place nor the experience justice.
Nevertheless I will try.
- The location is a jewel in it’s beauty, as well as quiet and private; a perfect place to quiet, settle and connect.
- The food was the highest level of kashrut as well as fresh, local often organic, creative, delicious, and made with love and care.
- The accommodations were simple, solid, beautiful and clean… country chic!
It made me feel taken care of but not too spoiled as to not be ready for the next adventure! - A lot of thought and care was put into details and activities.
- The whole staff put their heart and talent into making the trip wonderful for “us”; more than that, they joined in and made a wonderful community for all of us to share, grow, and enjoy together.
The proof of that is that we are all still sharing our lives, thoughts and simchas months after the fact!
Honestly, it was hard for me to leave Eretz Yisroel for “just a trip”. Nevertheless Devora and her crew created the opportunity to share an adventure we would not have had the resources to do individually, and we all got to open to more of HaShem’s beautiful world, both the one that surrounded us, as well as the one more deeply experienced inside of us."
SBF
The perfect balance
"The Lefkada retreat was a dream come true. The perfect balance between quiet, relaxation, beautiful nature and exercise, action and camaraderie with a great group of women. It was well organized and planned out. I came back energized, inspired and with an inner calm that I was hoping to get out of this experience. It was everything I was hoping it would be. Looking forward to what you are בע"ה planning for Nov 2023."
Leah C., Har Nof, Jerusalem
The effect still lingers...
"The Lefkada Retreat was a unique experience of outer and inner beauty in the company of like-minded women. The memory and effect still lingers after some months."
Silvia H., Ra’anana
The women were truly a great group...
My Lefkada experience was something I truly did not expect. The program was fun, exciting and always different. The women were truly a great group of women. There was no part of the week that I would have changed. Devora was a hands on coordinator and made everyone feel right at home. Great time had by all!!
Julie R, Florida USA
The environment of acceptance and support was amazing...
I joined the Lefkada retreat for the yoga and the natural beauty of the island. I got so much more. The amazing location, the afternoon trips and evening activities were so enjoyable. The yoga? The best ever. I now have a daily yoga practice that has added so much to my life.
The environment of acceptance and support amongst the group was amazing. We were women from all over the world (originally) and from all different backgrounds yet we instantly formed a bond. The gift of our “Lefkada sisters” was truly amazing.
Jamie P, New Jersey, USA
