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DARE TO CHOOSE YOU RETREATS

PYLOS, GREECE

WHERE YOU DISCOVER YOUR TRUE SELF.

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Pylos, Greece, Discover

DISCOVER YOUR INNER GODDESS

RETREAT IN

PYLOS, GREECE

9 INCREDIBLE

LIFE CHANGING DAYS
European Summer 2025

 

WELCOME TO GREECE

“Sometimes the only way to move forward... is to Retreat.”

It’s Summer when you arrive. Herbal flowers are blooming, bougainvillea are bright, ocean's are crisp and clear.

The most beautiful time in Greece!

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Pylos in the Peloponnese  is bursting with rugged and unforeseen coastal beauty!

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With a culture rich “real Greece” vibe you will be embraced, you will be fed, taught to dance and ancient ways of herbal healing! You will feel completely embraced by the love and light this island provides all that visit. This energy of passion for life, alongside our "Discover Your Inner Goddess" retreat, provides the perfect balance of Holiday and Healing.

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Our itinerary is planned down to the final detail for your enjoyment and relaxation. Everything we offer is tap in, tap out so take what you please and rest when you need.

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WHAT TO EXPECT

Herbal hiking & foraging, sunset & olive grove yoga, meditation, boating & sight seeing, beach days, hang out with the locals & gain their knowledge and wisdom, herd the goats with Voula & mingle with the locals, make friendships and be part of the community, great food (the best in the world) & stunning surroundings.

 

Our ultimate healing retreat where you will immerse yourself in local Greek culture and learn how to get back to basics and simplify your life to rediscover your true essence! 

“TELL YOURSELF WHAT YOU NEED TO HEAR, YOU ARE THE ONLY ONE LISTENING.”

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VILLA VICANTI & LUXURY APARTMENT IN PYLOS

THE LOCATION

We have 2 Luxury 4 Star accommodation, the main retreat house Villa Vicanati in Mesochori, and 2 luxury apartments 10mins away in the heart of PYLOS. Both create  strong emotions and unforgettable experiences for their guests. The modern facilities and the elegant rooms guarantee a comfortable and luxurious accommodation satisfying the need for absolute calm and rest during the holidays.

 

INCLUSIONS

WHAT YOU RECEIVE

9 Night Stay in

Luxurious Accommodation in an Ensuite Room, some shared. Includes 1 x Night Athens

Daily buffet breakfast and snacks

Daily Yoga Class and

Guided Meditations​ by the pool and in an ancient olive groves 

Workshops :

  • Natural Skin Care with Naturopath Keri

  • "Getting back to Basics" The greek way

Tours and activities including Olive Estate Tour

& Yacht day, Farm & Food Tour, sight seeing Kalamata and coastal villages

Greek cooking classes with Thia and YiaYai

Herbal hike and foraging

Gift Bag valued at $100

Package Exclusions:

Flights international to Athens  & travel insurance, some lunches and dinners, Acropolis entry, day spa treatments, group taxi pickup from Athens airport & alcohol and spending money. 

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I’m still on a high after attending the Dare To Choose You Retreat at Conti House last weekend.

 

This is the best act of self-love I’ve allowed myself to indulge in for many years. I entered the retreat alone, over-burdened, traumatised and exhausted. I left feeling rested, so much lighter in body & soul, with new friends and a renewed sense of purpose.

 

This magical retreat facilitated by the beautiful Marie & Annie has transformed me in ways that many years of engaging with other therapeutic interventions has not.

 

The accommodation was delightful, the food was delicious and I enjoyed every one of the planned activities immensely. If you are feeling a bit lost and want to rediscover yourself and your goddess within in a fun and meaningful way, do yourself a favour and sign yourself up for one of these retreats!

 

It was such amazing value for money and you’ll be thanking yourself for finally making yourself a priority in a world that continually conditions us to place our needs last.

~ Cathy

I attended the first Dare to Choose retreat at Conti House last weekend, and I have to say I have not laughed so hard in years.....

 

I came with a friend I also work with- we work in public health, so to say the last couple of years has been difficult would be a huge understatement. This retreat was the absolute perfect getaway.

 

Both Marie and Annie were the perfect hosts- you could tell immediately they were the real deal, this retreat is coming from their hearts and is shows.

 

The other girls attending the retreat were fun to be with and were willing to participate fully in all of the activities which was wonderful to see.

 

The activities were fun and engaging and the food was incredible. For myself, I went into the retreat incredibly stressed and demotivated with little direction- I feel this has shifted as I can see the change in my everyday interactions. 

 

I have my vision board right where I can see it every day.  I am also completing my goal and assessment tool- I am determined to change my life for the better one step at a time. I have to say I wouldn't have done this without Marie and Annie, and for that, I say thankyou.

~Amanda 

Thank you Maria & Annie for a truly amazing retreat weekend. 

 

I Returned home feeling nourished after all the pampering. 

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Loved everything about the weekend …

the sharing & caring…

the nurturing & amazing food…

the massage & hammam spa…

fun, laughter & friendships…

the dressups…

the kindness …

the coffee reading…

the cacao…

the sound healing…

the fireside talks… 

the roast marshmallows… 

the beautiful gifts…
 

Late night talks with more laughter

& our not to be forgotten alcohol run through Daylesford in our glamour wear… 

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Life is good & meant for living & making the most of every moment.

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~Karen

“BE SO COMPLETELY YOURSELF, EVERYONE ELSE FEELS SAFE TO BE THEMSELVES TOO.”

Greece Itinerary

LEARN MORE

GET THE INTINERARY

Complete the form below and get the Dare to Choose You Retreat Itinerary directly into your inbox today! 

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You'll also be able to book a discovery call with Marie to talk through the retreat program and so much more!

ABOUT YOUR HOST

MEET MARIE

Author, inspirational speaker, retreat guide and so much more... I'm here to cheer people on and help them bare witness to their own journey.

Through my own life experiences I now live by th motto that “no matter what you are facing or going through in life, YOU have the power to make changes and create new miracles."

 

Ultimately, I believe you have the power to choose how you the story you are believing and telling yourself about your life.

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