{"id":63284,"date":"2017-11-10T07:15:57","date_gmt":"2017-11-10T12:15:57","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/?p=63284"},"modified":"2021-11-02T06:10:56","modified_gmt":"2021-11-02T10:10:56","slug":"best-womens-retreats-girls-trips-yoga","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/fitness\/best-womens-retreats-girls-trips-yoga\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Incredible Women\u2019s Retreats to Reboot Your Health"},"content":{"rendered":"

If 2017 has taught us anything, it\u2019s that a little self-care can go a long way. Activities like hiking<\/a>, yoga and meditation can help you relax, de-stress<\/a> and practice more mindfulness in your life. And if you can combine these fun activities with a vacation to a dreamy location, why not put those well-deserved PTO days to use?<\/p>\n

With a growing number of women taking on the outdoors, women\u2019s wellness retreats<\/a> are becoming more popular than ever. And thanks to non-profit organizations like the Outdoor Women\u2019s Alliance, GirlTrek and Altitude Seven, trekking the globe in the name of fitness, adventure, serenity \u2014 not to mention charity \u2014 is easier than ever, too. From a blissful yoga retreat in Bali to rock climbing in the Utah desert, here are some of the top women’s retreats to book for the New Year.<\/p>\n

RELATED: <\/strong>5 Surprising Benefits of Going Solo on a Wellness Retreat<\/a><\/p>\n

6 Women’s Retreats for the Ultimate Girls\u2019 Trip<\/h3>\n
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1.\u00a0REI Outessa<\/a><\/h3>\n

Location: <\/strong>Waterville Valley, NH; Mt. Hood, OR; Kirkwood, CA
\nDates: <\/strong>Summer 2018
\nCost: <\/strong>$799; Participants must pay for their housing and travel to the event.
\nDrawing more than 1,000 women from across the country each year, REI Outessa\u2019s retreat series empowers women to challenge their physical and mental limits in nature. Whether you\u2019ve always dreamed of rock climbing, mountain biking<\/a>, standup paddle boarding or hiking, Outessa\u2019s three-day event lets you customize your itinerary. You can also sign up for inspiring talks from female athletes, writers and entrepreneurs, plus classes on wilderness survival and backpacking. No matter which location you choose \u2014 from the mountains of Kirkwood, California to Mount Hood in Oregon \u00a0\u2014 you\u2019ll forest bathe<\/a> in breathtaking views. Leave sweaty, dirty and happy \u2014 you can thank us later for your new friends for life.<\/p>\n

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2. Big Sky Yoga Retreats<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n

Location: <\/strong>California, Montana, Costa Rica, Italy and Argentina
\nDates: <\/strong> March-October 2018
\nCost:\u00a0<\/strong>$1795-$2275 (four days); International retreats range from $2850-$4995.
\nAdd Cowgirl yoga to your list of ways to namaste<\/em><\/a>. Big Sky\u2019s Cowgirl retreats combine yoga with horses \u2014 set amongst Mother Nature\u2019s most gorgeous backdrops. Find zen in Montana\u2019s vast green pastures, melt away your fears in Patagonia\u2019s turquoise lakes and snow-capped mountains, and unwind with a glass of wine under the Tuscan sun. Big Sky\u2019s women’s retreats include lodging, daily yoga classes, gourmet meals and drinks, horseback riding and holistic massages. By the end of the retreat, you\u2019ll unleash your inner Warrior I, II and III.<\/p>\n

RELATED: <\/strong>7 Fitness Retreats You Can Actually Afford<\/a><\/p>\n

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3. Kripalu Center’s Empowered Woman, Enlightened Life Retreat<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n

Location: <\/strong>Stockbridge, MA
\nDates: <\/strong>February 16-18, 2018
\nCost:<\/strong> $240 (without housing)
\nYou\u2019ll want to clear your calendar and some headspace for this retreat, which is all about moving and manifesting. The natural beauty of the Berkshires will beckon you to the Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health for some R&R and self-growth. The Empowered Woman, Enlightened Life retreat offers workshops on how to re-assess your goals, create strategies for reaching them, and go after what you really want. In addition to the reinvention workshops, you\u2019ll get to try a variety of yoga classes and healing arts sessions, like Ayurvedic facials and meditative massages.<\/p>\n

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4.\u00a0Escape Haven Bali Fitness Retreat<\/a><\/h3>\n

Location: <\/strong>Bali, Indonesia
\nDates: <\/strong>January-December 2018
\nCost: <\/strong>$2,000-3,000
\nGrab your fit girlfriends and book the ultimate bachelorette vacation! Escape Haven\u2019s luxurious fitness getaway includes bootcamp-style HIIT, kickboxing<\/a>, TRX training, barre<\/a>, yoga and Muay Thai classes. For six days, you\u2019ll sign up for unlimited group fitness classes, in addition to nutrition, cooking and self-care workshops. Craving some relaxation? Sign up for a spa treatment, like a massage, or meditation. Once you\u2019re famished from your day\u2019s activities, feast on delicious and healthy meals, borrowing flavors from Southeast Asian cuisine. You\u2019ll leave fitter and more relaxed \u2014\u00a0plus with a swag bag of fitness gifts and treats.<\/p>\n

RELATED: <\/strong>From Surfing to Tennis: The Best Adult Summer Camps<\/a><\/p>\n

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5. Women\u2019s Quest Adventures for the Mind, Body and Spirit<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n

Location: <\/strong>Costa Rica, Argentina, Iceland, Hawaii, Colorado and Washington
\nDates: <\/strong>February-August 2018
\nCost: <\/strong>$350-4,500
\nFounded by Colleen Cannon, a professional triathlete and world champion, Women\u2019s Quest\u2019s retreats offer women a safe place to explore their fitness bucket list minus the intimidation of competition. From surfing and cycling<\/a> to horseback riding and yoga, you\u2019ll get in touch with your inner athlete, while exploring nature. When else in your life do you get tour Iceland\u2019s volcanoes and hot springs on horseback? If you prefer the beach life, you\u2019ll zipline through the Costa Rican rainforests and ride your first wave at Playa Hermosa beach. And if you make the trek to Patagonia, a boat waits for you at Grey Glacier, where you\u2019ll see icebergs in every shade of blue.<\/p>\n

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6. YOGASCAPES The Moab Women\u2019s Campout<\/a><\/h3>\n

Location: <\/strong>Moab, Utah
\nDates: <\/strong>May 28-31, 2018
\nCost: <\/strong>$995
\nGet ready for the most epic desert adventure! Whether you\u2019re a yogi or adventurer, Moab\u2019s hot and dry weather will put your body and mind to the test. During the day, you\u2019ll rock climb<\/a>, go rafting and do immersive yoga flows amidst the stunning red rocks, then glamp under the stars at night. (Fun fact: Utah boasts some of the best star gazing in the world thanks to its remoteness, altitude and clear skies.) On your hike through the Arches National Park, you\u2019ll take in majestic views of unique mountain structures you\u2019ll never see anywhere else. The camp offers luxurious tents that bring the comfort of home to the serene desert. And don\u2019t worry, there are nice bathrooms, too.<\/p>\n

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