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  • Outdoor seating area with a stone wall, covered by large white umbrellas, surrounded by potted plants and cushions, under a clear blue sky.
  • A bedroom with two single beds, a wooden armchair, built-in shelves, and a rustic wooden door. The room has a neutral color palette, textured ceiling, and decorative pillows.
  • Minimalist bedroom with bed, pillows, bedside table, wall-mounted lamp, and textured wall decor.
  • A minimalist bathroom with a small sink, mirror, and wall-mounted lights. Part of a bedroom is visible on the left side.
  • A dining room with a long wooden table set with plates, cups, and a fruit centerpiece, surrounded by metal chairs, with large windows showing a garden outside.
  • Outdoor seating area with stone wall, beige shade sails, wooden benches with cushions, and a decorative hanging lantern.

meet the hosts

  • A woman practicing yoga in a cross-legged seated position on a wooden bench against a plain wall.

    Victoria

    HOLISTIC SKINCARE THERAPIST & COACH

    Victoria founded Gaia Holistic Rituals to help women reconnect with their bodies, skin and emotional balance. Trained in therapeutic massage, holistic facial treatments and emotional independence coaching, she combines hands-on care with guidance on sustainable rituals and nervous system awareness. Her approach is gentle yet grounding, creating safe spaces for women to slow down, gain clarity and align body, energy, and life with intention.

  • A woman sitting on a wooden bench with a laptop on her lap, against a plain light-colored wall.

    Melissa

    DIGITAL MARKETING & RETREAT COORDINATOR

    With a strong background in luxury marketing, Melissa brings a strategic perspective in premium positioning, storytelling and brand identity. Participate in an immersive marketing workshop through guided reflection designed to go beyond tactics, inviting participants to question the deeper purpose of their business and reach a more intentional vision to reconnect with what truly matters.

  • A woman sitting on a wooden bench crossing her arms, wearing a black sports bra and black pants, smiling at the camera in a minimally decorated room with beige tile floors and a plain white wall.

    Sophie

    PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHER & CONTENT CREATOR

    Sophie is a professional photographer, content creator and creative entrepreneur who developed her practice through self-learning and various projects in food, lifestyle and digital creation. She invites you to slow down, train your eye and turn vision into conscious action.

  • Young woman in black sports bra and pants sitting on a wooden bench with one leg bent and foot flat on the bench, the other leg extended with foot on the floor, in a room with a plain white wall and sunlight casting shadows.

    Oriane

    YOGA AND PILATES INSTRUCTOR

    Oriane blends precision, warmth and intention in her yoga and mat pilates classes. With a background in professional dance and certifications in Hatha Yoga and Mat Pilates, she creates supportive yet challenging spaces that foster confidence, presence and genuine connection. She values human connections

what is included?

  • Two women practicing yoga outdoors on mats, one in black sportswear and the other in white, with trees, cactus, and a stone wall in the background during daytime.

    Daily yoga and mat pilates

    Each morning begins with an energising mat pilates workout that challenges you physically and mentally, building strength, focus, and confidence while setting a powerful tone for the day. Slow and grounding yoga sessions in the afternoon invite you to unwind and reconnect creating space for clarity and balance.

  • A woman with dark hair tied in a bun with a beige scrunchie, wearing a light-colored tank top and matching shorts, practicing face yoga or self-massage on her face in a room with brown mats on the floor. There are skincare bottles, a rolled towel, and a water bottle visible in the background.

    Holistic and conscious rituals

    Discover holistic treatments, conscious self-care rituals, nervous system regulation, and emotional independence coaching that help you reconnect with your body, gain emotional clarity, and make aligned and intentional decisions. Victoria’s approach supports greater stability, autonomy, and coherence, offering practical tools to bring presence and balance into your everyday life.

  • A woman is smiling with eyes closed, touching her neck with both hands, wearing a black tank top and a delicate necklace, against a plain background.

    Massage

    Get a 30-minute restorative facial ritual combining Kobido-inspired massage, targeted acupressure and Gua Sha techniques. This personalized massage releases tension, supports nervous system regulation and encourages deep relaxation. It offers a grounding moment to integrate the retreat experience through conscious and nurturing touch.

  • Two people riding horses along the beach at sunset, with the sky painted in orange and yellow hues and their reflections visible on the wet sand.

    Activity

    During your free time, you can choose between a private surf session in the waves of Essaouira, guided by an experienced instructor to suit your level, or a scenic horse-riding experience along the beach in an intimate group. The horse ride is timed to coincide with the stunning sunset, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the breathtaking coastal views.

  • Fresh vegetables including purple eggplants, zucchini, carrots, radishes, and greens in white crates.

    Nourishing meals

    Enjoy three nourishing meals each day, lovingly prepared by a private in-house chef. Using fresh, local and organic products from Essaouira and the surrounding region. Each dish is designed to support your energy and overall wellbeing. All dietary requirements and allergies are carefully taken into account.

  • View through a window showing three women by a swimming pool, one of whom is sitting on the edge of the pool, in a relaxed setting with natural light.

    Workshops (Optional)



    Through several workshop, reflect on the deeper purpose of your business and develop a more intentional vision, learn hands-on how to create photos, videos, and reels, including editing, scheduling, and content planning. Seize the opportunuity to lead a mini-workshop on a topic of your choice and share insights with like-minded female entrepreneurs.

  • A person holding a Sony camera, capturing an image of a person sitting on a stool against a white background.

    Profesionnal photos (Optional)

    A professional photo session is included providing you five high-quality images inspired by your moodboard. You’ll receive a curated set of five polished photos, ideal for your website, marketing material, social media and personal branding.

inspired by the social groups in Okinawa, the moai retreat invites you to experience the power of community, wellness and intentional living