Experiencing the Magic and Mysteries of Peru

A journey of love, in memory of my father, Jack Pearl
By Helen Tomei

As we flew low over the Andes mountaintops into Cusco, I could only imagine what this journey would bring. My father, Jack Pearl, had taken me on my first overseas adventure to Peru when I was 12. Only two weeks before this adventure was to begin, he passed away. So he was going to Peru with me again, only this time in spirit.

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Peru - Inca Mysteries and Magic

Self-Acceptance, Compassion and Closure

by Aziza Founder Laila Ghattas

During a recent retreat at the Nirarta Centre for Awareness in Bali I had opportunities to chat with the owner, author and psychologist, Peter Wrycza. Over dinner on the verandah while the crickets and other evening chirpers sang away, he mentioned a belief posed to him while he was in India by the spiritual teacher, Ramesh Balsekar: We do not exercise free choice as we move through life.

Your Sacred Journey excursion will take you to the spiritual mecca of Sedona and its mystical power spots. Sedona is nicknamed the "Land of Awes and Spirituality" because of its awesome Red Rock formations and its magical and mystical energies! Since the dawn of time, travelers have ventured to these parts of the Southwest.

Sedona - Sacred Places & Vortexes

With our invited Speakers, we will explore the hidden mysteries of ancient Egypt, the great civilization that has left its imprint and impact on humanity forever. These experts in their various fields will share their latest research and conclusions concerning the building and purpose of the Great Pyramid, the Sphinx and other temples, as well as offer cutting-edge information related to the ancient Egyptian Mystery Schools and Healing Temples.

Join us on this unique spiritual pilgrimage as we follow in the Footsteps of the Masters and travel over the well-worn roads of holy India. We will visit several renowned temple cities, the sacred mountain of Arunachala, numerous temples, and the ashram of the modern guru known worldwide as the Divine Mother. Led by an American yogi who has years of experience living in India, our tour is sure to give you the life-changing spiritual awakening that holy India is famous for!

Mt Kailas is said to be the mythical Mt Mera, the centre of the universe. It is revered in both Hindu and Buddhist legends, while its location, close to the sources of the four main rivers that flow across the Indian sub-continent, contributes to its mystic. Our program includes a week long journey from Lhasa (via Gyantse and Shigatse) across the grain of the vast Tibetan plateau.

Journey with Andrea Mikana-Pinkham and Shaman, Jorge Luis Delgado, to the majestic land of the ancient Inca, heart of the healing feminine energies on the planet today. From charming and picturesque Cusco, to the lush and verdant Sacred Valley of the Incas, to enigmatic and mysterious Machu Picchu, the Crown Jewel of the Andes, and to serene and nurturing Lake Titicaca, Peru offers visually stimulating and profoundly nurturing experiences that will rejuvenate, restore and heal your body, mind and spirit…on deep levels!   

For many centuries southern Great Britain has been one of the most powerful and magical places on earth. During our Mystical Templar Pilgrimage the esoteric importance of the mysterious stone circles and other holy sites will come to life for us, as we walk the ancient path of the Knights Templar, King Arthur, Merlin, Joseph of Arimathea and the mysterious Druids, to connect with their rich legacy of ancient magic and Grail wisdom.

Our retreat will weave the wonders of Bali into your inspired creativity and unite your senses, heart and mind with reflective self-discovery in her luscious embrace.
Our time together is spent in East Bali, in a lush river valley of terraced rice fields in the midst of tree-clad hills straddled by the imposing presence of the sacred mountain, Gunung Agung. Nearby Sidemen is a small weaving and farming village, still relatively untouched by tourism, where the climate is always pleasantly warm.

Bali - Rediscover Your Self in Bali

Imagine yourself in Hawaii creating your own photographic map of symbols. Symbols and images are the powerful language of the unconscious. They are key to humanity for we are a species always searching for meaning. The Big island of Hawaii boasts 11 of the 13 ecosystems in the entire world offering participants an incredible palate of nature from which to reflect their own inner landscape and witness the interconnectedness of all things. We will endevour to become intimate with nature and thus benefit from her gentle unfolding of our unconscious mind.

Our journey travels through a diverse cross section of India both geographically and spiritually, from the Himalayas through Rajasthan, visiting the holy pilgrimage sites of the various religions of India. There are also opportunities to engage in meditation, chanting, dharma talks and other traditional rituals throughout the journey as we learn about the histories and philosophies of Sikhs, Buddhists, Muslims, Hindus and Jains. Open to all levels of yoga experience and also people who may never have had a yoga class.

North India - Spiritual India - Yoga Tour

Our journey takes us to some of the greatest and most spiritually charged of southern India's temples, the Mysore Palaces, idyllic beaches, and visits to ashrams and yoga centers. Highlights include a priviledged visit to Pattabi Jois' center in Mysore, a visit to Amachi's ashram on the Kerala backwaters and a stay at the Sivananda Ashram in the peaceful tropical beauty of Kerala.

Enjoy a daily yoga practice in the heart of vibrant Havana. Cuba has a richness of spirit unlike any other. Stroll through the safe streets of Havana and soak in centuries of architecture and history. Cuba is renowned for the generosity, dignity, and warmth of its people. Practice yoga in Cuba, a land steaming with culture and a love of life!

Cuba- Yoga In havana, Cuba

Enjoy Beachside Community living in one of the world’s most sought after destinations. Kauai is known as the "Garden Island" for its lush tropical greenery and abundant local produce. Our homes for the week will be two beachside properties conveniently located on Weke (pronounced "Vekay") Rd. (means fish in Hawaiian), which follows the curve of the two-mile Hanalei Bay beach .

Hawaii - Yoga and Surf Retreat in Hanalei Bay, Kauai

Join Eoin Finn for "Y.E.S." a Yoga Ecology Surf Retreat on the East coast of the Baja Peninsula during the lush season when local organic produce is abundant. Immerse yourself in a holistic experience on the Sea of Cortez where we will live as a unified community for a week of nourishment and movement. Challenge yourself with Eoin’s dynamic afternoon practices. Say a prayer to Mother Ocean, Allow yourself to be still and listen to your inner child.

Join us in our annual gathering for the transformative power of yoga, meditation, the ocean, friends and deep healing. This will be the most amazing and memorable journey you have ever taken. Space to play, practice, rest, laugh, celebrate and return totally rejuvenated.

Mexico - Women's Yoga & Surf Retreat in Baja

The tour is designed for those with the desire to see India yet find the challenge of going it alone a little too high for their comfort zone. The small group size affords you the convenience and security of group travel while still allowing time for self-exploration. The tour is fully escorted by a Canadian tour guide

India - Journey to the Heart of Central India

India is a country where hospitality is a way of life. A land where history lives on in music and dance, and culture is steeped in tradition. Join us and experience the ethereal beauty of the Taj Mahal and the narrow alleyways of colourful Chandni Chowk Bazaar.

Our North India Adventure combines a camel ride in the Rajasthan desert with a cycle ride through the Indian countryside between Jaipur and Agra. En route we visit Delhi, Bikaner, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Jaipur and Agra to appreciate some of the cultural and historical highlights of northern India.

India - North India Adventure

Imagine viewing the surrounding plains of Tanzania from the summit of Africa's highest peak, Kilimanjaro. East Africa's astounding game parks and highest mountain are combined in this unique itinerary along with the opportunity for interaction with local tribesman, the Masai. This comprehensive trip provides an incredible opportunity to experience the highlights of Tanzania on foot just as the early explorers would have. Trekking both to the summit of Mt Kilimanjaro and in search of wildlife in Tanzania.