Return to Self
A Luxury Desert Retreat & Respite
– Limited to 4 Guests Only! –
October 30-November 3, 2024 in Bighorn, Palm Desert
Join us in beautiful Palm Desert for 5 days designed to help you Return to Self
Enjoy 5 days of guided meditation, journal writing, deep conversation, heartful connection, two refreshing pools, mindful walking, and deep rest. Sit under the desert moon, sip tea, and immerse yourself in a rich experience that will nourish you the very moment you arrive.
Is this the right experience for you?
Are you a woman+ or nonbinary folk?
Are you someone who is living your life with intention and actively feeling into your higher purpose?
Do you desire to deepen your personal contemplative practices?
Are you ready to connect with, commune with, and give credence to your inner knowing?
Do you believe that being here on this planet at this moment is a gift and has meaning that is greater than you?
Do you crave a break to unplug from the hustle of everyday life and reconnect with what really matters?
Then Return to Self is the retreat for you
Our 5 Days Together
Day 1: Welcome To Your Retreat
Doors open early in the afternoon on Day One with the grounding vibrations of the desert. Unpack, meet your community of fellow seekers, take in the views or go for a walk, pour yourself a cup of tea, and settle in for a full week of nourishment. Together, we’ll enjoy a welcoming gourmet spread and tour the community to get acquainted with our environs and each other.
Days 2-4: Return to Self
Return to Self is a uniquely designed retreat where we meet the needs of our guests in an environment that is curated to provide respite and inward exploration.
This experience is fully guided to support you as you navigate what it means to be in relationship with your highest Self. During our five days together, we’ll explore topics such as intuition, trust, Self-love, awareness, and more – all through a contemplative lens, informed by Self.
Day 5: One Final Sit
Our final morning concludes with one last morning meditation and a delicious brunch. Close your retreat with renewed intention and trust that what you’re taking home is new awareness, new friends, a full belly and heart, and a Return to Self.
Arrive early in the afternoon on November 1 and check-out by noon on November 5. Each full retreat day includes group sessions of meditation, mindfulness practices, journaling, group coaching, art-making, wholesome food and drink, plus private sessions with Andrea and Kristin … and a few surprises along the way.
What’s Included
5 Luxurious Days in Bighorn
Join your guides, Andrea Leda and Kristin Fritz, and a small group of other women+ for 5 days in Kristin's 6,800-square-foot home, located in one of the most beautiful private communities in Palm Desert, Bighorn Golf Club.
Private Sessions
New this year! Enjoy two intentional one-on-one sessions with Andrea and Kristin. This privately curated time is designed to support you more deeply in your personal exploration as you Return to Self.
Daily Meditation
Each day will begin with a period of silence prior to our group session so you can tee up your day with reverence. Throughout the day, Kristin will intuitively guide us, weaving in periods of guided and/or silent meditation to foster our own understanding of Self and facilitate our processes.
Journal Writing
Throughout each day, Andrea will guide you in personal journal reflections to help you reconnect with Self.
Group Gathering Spaces
Spend time in group coaching and conversation, guided by Kristin and Andrea. Group sessions are purposefully designed to guide you through each of our three pillars: to Know your Self, Trust your Self, and Love your Self.
Art-Making
You don’t need to be an artist to be creative. Express your Return to Self through an intuitive art-making practice as a take-home reminder of what you unearth during our time together.
Mindfulness Walk
On Day Three, we’ll venture away from our retreat home for a one-of-a-kind excursion. You never know what revelations the Return to Self will unveil, and the desert is no different.
Meals & Sit-Down Dinners
Wholesome food enhances our capacity for a wholesome experience. All meals and snacks will be selected with this in mind. And with farm-to-table dinners, snack packs for on-the-go adventure, and daily fixings available 24/7, you won’t go hungry at this retreat! (Upon registration, you’ll have the opportunity to make known any dietary needs.)
A Fully Guided Experience
If you’re looking for a retreat filled with unstructured time and space for you to do your own thing then please know this is not the retreat for you. This experience is fully guided to support you as you excavate deeper levels of your Self alongside a community of like-hearted women+ who are there to do the same.
Welcome to Bighorn, Palm Desert
Join your guides, Andrea Leda and Kristin Fritz, and a small group of other women+ for 5 days in Kristin’s newly remodeled 6,800-square-foot home, located in one of the most beautiful private communities in Palm Desert, Bighorn Golf Club.
Reserve Your Suite
All guests are reserved in their own private guest suite, each with a luxurious king bed and its own bathroom, featuring spa robes and local bath products. Enjoy the indoor-outdoor flow of the spacious common areas, appointed with comfy furniture and cozy throws. Two pools flank the property, one in full sun and one set amidst the shade of towering palms. Every detail of these accommodations is thoughtfully selected to support you on this journey.
Your reservation includes 4 nights and 5 days of accommodation, all meals, snacks, and beverages, an adventurous day trip … and more!
*Not included: Flights/travel to and from retreat location; airport transportation; optional food, drink or activities outside of our planned meals and itinerary.
$4,200 per person
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Deposits, Payments, & Cancellations
Your Deposit
A non-refundable deposit of $500 is required to secure your spot. After we receive your deposit, you will be sent an email confirmation. In October 2024, you can expect to receive a questionnaire to help us learn how to make your retreat custom to you!
Payment Options
Once your non-refundable deposit is paid, you’ll have the option to either 1) pay the remaining balance in full of $3,700; or 2) the 2-pay plan with two payments of $1,850 each.
If you pay the remainder in full, your payment is due on September 10, 2024.
If you choose the 2-pay plan, your payments are due August 10 and September 10, 2024.
Cancelations
Your $500 deposit is non-refundable. And all payments after September 10, 2023, are non-refundable.
Regarding COVID-19 (and variants)
In the event that this retreat must be canceled, we will offer a full refund, including your deposit. We are unable, however, to refund your airfare. We strongly suggest purchasing travel insurance.
Please note: At this time we are requesting that all retreat attendees be fully vaccinated and be prepared to show proof of vaccination during the retreat as requested by outside vendors.
FAQ’S
I’m not a meditator, so will I enjoy this retreat?
You don’t need to be a “meditator” to get the most from this retreat. Kristin thoughtfully holds space for anyone to connect within, regardless of their level of experience. If you are a life seeker who is ready to let go of any resistance holding you back, then you’re in the right space.
What is the refund policy?
If you cancel your enrollment on or before September 10, 2023, Andrea Leda, LLC, will offer a full refund of your initial payment less your non-refundable deposit. No refunds will be offered after September 10, 2024.
When do I get the full schedule of events?
We will email you a retreat itinerary, house address, packing list, and more details in October 2024.
I’m coming from out of town, where do I fly into?
The closest airport is Palm Springs International Airport (PSP), which is approximately 30 minutes from Bighorn, Palm Desert. Ontario International Airport (ONT) is another common option and can be less expensive, but it is a 90-minute drive without traffic.
What dietary restrictions can be accommodated?
We can accommodate most dietary restrictions. Once your deposit is received, you will complete a questionnaire informing us of your dietary needs.
What’s not included?
Travel to and from our retreat spot in Palm Desert, airfare to and from Palm Springs International Airport (PSP), airport transfers, travel insurance, and optional food, drinks and activities not outlined in our retreat itinerary or food plan.