04 Sep 2014
MINDFULNESS JOURNEYS ANNOUNCES A NEW WINTER RETREAT DESTINATION TO LEFKADA GREECE – 5 - 12 OCTOBER, 2014
Mindfulness Journeys is pleased to announce a new iwinter retreat destination to beautiful Greece. On the stunning verdant island of Lefkada, near an ancient Apollo site, a place with high healing energy, architecturally designed luxury villas nestle among oak and olive trees. Towering over the Ionian Sea on a low hill, the villas are surrounded by lush greenery with nothing but bird song and endless views. Urania Luxury Villas are made of local sandstone with stylish interiors extending out to private pools with outdoor lounges in exceptionally beautiful surroundings. Relaxing into oneself and nature guests have access to a private beach – a nature reserve for dolphins and seals.
For the experience of a lifetime – an escape from the busy pace of life - sun, sea, sky and space offers serenity and tranquility to truly rejuvenate mind, body and soul.
In the mornings we have meditation teachings, meditation walks, talks from our teacher Brian Hilliard as well as group discussions. We break for a lovely lunch with the endless sea as our view followed by free time to enjoy the natural elements around us, swim in our private pool or relax on our private beach or simply enjoy spa treatments or read a book. We regroup for discussions and Mindfulness/Awareness practice before yet another sumptuous dinner and time with new friends under starry skies.
Led by highly qualified teacher, Brian Hilliard, a close student of Tibetan Masters over the past 36 years, Brian takes his deep personal mindfulness/awareness meditation instruction way beyond current trends of meditation retreats.
Co-founder, Shannon van Staden worked as a hospitality coordinator on luxury yachts, as well as a host of National Geographic's global private jet expeditions and has been a fashion stylist to well known luminaries. Shannon fundraises for non-profits and is a Meditation Guide to students.
Mindfulness Journeys is affiliated with destinations that are elegant, meaningful, uncompromising in quality of food and ecology offering the opportunity to connect with local culture and nature as well as deeply with oneself. Think excellent simple cuisine, stylish interiors, a balance between elegant not opulent and finding relaxation and techniques in the teachings of Mindfulness/Awareness. Our other winter destinations are two boutique locations in magical Morocco.
“What excites us most about our Greek Island Mindfulness Retreat is the blend of relaxation in nature with warm sun and delicious Mediterranean cuisine and the exquisite teachings of Mindfulness/Awareness Meditation – giving new meaning to a holiday with newfound tools to take back to everyday life”, say Brian and Shannon.
Contact Shannon van Staden
[+33 (0)6 38 02 73 03]
