What a Month at Yandara Yoga Institute in Baja Mexico Taught Me About Slowing Down, Transformation & Returning to Myself

Two weeks into my 300-hour advanced yoga teacher training at the Yandara Yoga Institute in Baja Mexico, I remember waking up one morning to the sound of crashing waves outside my tent and thinking: this is exactly where I’m meant to be. For years, I had dreamed about studying at Yandara. At least... Read More

Overtourism, Slow Travel & Why I’m Rethinking the Way We Explore the World

Travel Yoga Retreats | Conscious Travel | Slow Travel Experiences | Wellness Retreats in Nature I just came back from travelling for two months, and something keeps standing out to me more and more every year: We’re all being pulled toward the same places. And those places are getting overcrowded... Read More

5 Ways to Reduce your Eco-Footprint While Travelling

Travel lighter. Travel slower. Travel with intention.If you’re like me, you probably love to travel too. I love new landscapes, new languages, long market walks, river swims, mountain air. But the more I travel, the more I ask myself: How can I experience the world without consuming it? Reducing ... Read More

Travel with Awareness: How to be a Conscious Traveler on Yoga Retreats and Beyond

As someone who has lived and worked in different countries, traveled solo, and hosted retreats around the world, I’ve learned that how we travel matters; not just for our own experience, but for the communities, environments, and cultures we choose to visit along the way. Travel can be transforma... Read More

Lessons I learned travelling the world

I spent my early 30s living and working in different countries. These years were pivotal in changing the way I saw the world and myself. Let’s chat about this.   You see in my mid-twenties, I had this curiosity of experiencing the world but I wanted to go deeper than what a one-week holiday could... Read More

Four Truths I Found at 4,000 Metres

We started the sunrise hike at 4am. Within the first ten minutes, I thought, “There’s no way I’m going to make it all the way up.” My body was already exhausted. Every inhale felt like work, I was grasping for air. That’s when it hit me: this climb was going to be more mental than physical. Just ... Read More

Why I Chose Taiga Boards for My Paddleboard Business (and Myself)

When I started incorporating stand-up paddleboarding into my yoga offerings and outdoor experiences, I knew I wanted gear that reflected not only quality and performance but also my own values. Choosing the right paddleboard brand wasn’t just about what looked good or floated best. It had to feel... Read More

How to buy an inflatable stand-up paddleboard (iSUP)

So, you’ve decided to take the plunge and dive into the world of stand-up paddleboarding. Whether you're a seasoned paddler looking for a more convenient option or a complete beginner eager to explore new waters, choosing the right inflatable stand-up paddleboard (iSUP) is crucial for an enjoyabl... Read More

How to choose the perfect yoga retreat for yourself

Are you craving a meaningful getaway? Perhaps you are seeking an experience that allows you to return home feeling inspired, refreshed, and reenergized, instead of a vacation that you need a vacation from. Perhaps you are craving more out of life and a chance to connect with like-minded people. ... Read More

the top 8 questions I get about yoga retreats

I’ve attended a few different yoga retreats over the last 10 years and I do believe that a retreat can be the most transformative and rejuvenating experience you can invest in. It is the ultimate act of self-care.  Retreats are a great way to immerse yourself in an experience and get to know your... Read More