Lago d’Orta
Where Goddess Yoga Retreats Began: Lago d’Orta
The story of how Goddess Yoga Retreats began at a monastery above Lago d’Orta in 2022, and how the gatherings have evolved since.
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Stories from the places we gather.
Travel stories, retreat history, videos, photographs and place-based writing.
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Wachau
Along the Danube: Why the Wachau Captivated Me
A personal introduction to the Wachau—its vineyards, apricot orchards, medieval villages and the experiences Vanessa wants to share there.
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Morocco
Into the Sahara: What Morocco Awakened in Me
A personal story of Morocco, the Sahara and the experiences of movement, ritual, beauty and adventure Vanessa wants to share there.
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Other
Yoga, Ritual, and Feminine Energy
A Goddess Yoga Retreat Reflection If you’ve ever wondered what to expect in one of my Goddess Yoga Retreat experiences or classes, this is the place to start. Yes, there will be yoga. But more than that — there will be intention, transformation, movement as ritual, and deep connection to the divine feminine within. Whether […]
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Zillertal
Among the Mountains: Why Zillertal Calls Me Back
A personal introduction to Zillertal—its Alpine air, clear water, Tyrolean culture and the movement, friendship and discovery Vanessa imagines there.
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Puglia
Puglia in Harvest: The Beauty I Want to Share
A personal invitation into Puglia at harvest time—whitewashed trulli, Mediterranean swims, tarantella, olive groves and evenings together.
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