Costa Dulce Nicaragua is a humble jungle retreat set on the Pacific Coast of Nicaragua, just outside San Juan Del Sur. I had planned my stay to have a few quiet days in one of the treehouse bungalows. But, after arriving, I couldn’t resist the generous offer from a teacher named Camille Aragon to join…
The Samata Sanur, Bali
The Samata Sanur is an ideal destination to retreat for a complete wellness experience. Nestled within long stretches of rice fields, the resort has managed to escape the background noise of motorbike traffic and busy streets, which tend to fill the more touristy areas of Bali. Although the Samata Bali is located slightly inland from…
Weekend Wellness at Desa Seni Village Resort, Bali
The moment you step onto the property at Desa Seni village resort, preferably barefoot, a feeling of relaxation begins to set in. This conscious community brought back fond memories of my time teaching at Hariharalaya Retreat Center in Cambodia where Integral Yoga is taught as a science of living, encompassing everything from your own self-care to the way you interact with the world. Mary Tilson Desa…
6 Inspirational Yoga Instructors Who Teach Around the World
During the last two years teaching yoga in Southeast Asia and India, I have been deeply inspired by the worldwide community of like-minded teachers making a positive impact taking up yoga instructor jobs, exchanges and projects around the world. Their ability to truly live their yoga practices allows the benefits to extend to all whose lives they…
Exploring Kerala: Adventure, Ayurveda and Yoga
Set on the coast of Southern India, Kerala has a variety of natural landscapes to explore including beautiful beaches along the Arabian Sea, the backwaters, and lush green tea plantations. It offers a unique language, culture and cuisine from the rest of India. For those hoping to learn more about Ayurveda and dive deeper into…
Meet the Little Yogis of Udaipur, India
Arriving in Udaipur couldn’t have been a better first-impression of India. Often referred to as “The Venice of the East” or “The City of Lakes”, there are breathtaking views of the water with mountain backdrops in every direction. I found myself in constant awe over the artistic atmosphere created by everything from the colourfully adorned camels to the street…