Singing Retreat. The Voices of Ireland: An Interview with Virginia Schenck

Virginia Schenck

SEJ note: This post was first published in May 2016 and updated in February 2018. Vocal artist Virginia Schenck will be leading a unique singing retreat to Ireland in October 2018. Here, Virginia tells us why Ireland is an ideal destination for such a journey, what participants can expect from this vocal adventure, and what… Continue reading

Quest for the Holy Grail: An Interview with Phil Cousineau


Have you ever dreamed of setting out on your own Quest for the Holy Grail? Following the Mists of Avalon through the enchanting English countryside in search of King Arthur and Lady Guinevere? In May 2016 mythologist and author Phil Cousineau will be leading a very special journey to England: King Arthur’s Avalon and the… Continue reading

Video Blog: Maya Temples of Transformation


In December 2015 Sacred Earth Journeys, with best-selling author Freddy Silva and Master Teacher Miguel Angel Vergara, led a group to the Yucatan, Mexico to explore the Maya Temples of Transformation. Sacred Earth Journeys’ founder Helen Tomei accompanied the group and took some impromptu videos on her iPhone that capture the mystery of the Mayan sites,… Continue reading

Stoking the Creative Fires: Reflections on a Writer’s Retreat in Ireland

Ireland writing retreat

The Connemara Writer’s Retreat with Phil Cousineau took place early last month, and we’ve been delighted to read the wonderful testimonials from participants about Phil’s skills as both tour leader and writing coach, and how the retreat ignited or rekindled a joy for writing. We’re grateful to participants Ana Mozol, Stephanie Bennett, and Karle Dickerson for… Continue reading