Welcome to the International Women’s Retreat
in Croatia
September 20-26, 2026
One circle, Three languages
Inner longing meets outer longing
One Heart.
We die containing a richness of lovers and tribes,
tastes we have swallowed, bodies we have plunged into
and swum up as if rivers of wisdom, characters we have
climbed into as if trees, fears we have hidden in as if caves...
-Michael Ondaatje
Come join us in the heart of Croatia. 15 women, 3 languages, one sea, stone and sky. Travel seems to awaken the mystery in new ways. It brings us to the wonders of the world and we become the world’s citizens. The longing for wholeness always draws us into the circle.
Please read details below regarding the terms & conditions of the retreat and registration process.
Our longing for the circle is to bring some of our fragmented pieces into wholeness by witnessing our sisters from around the world. To know each other beyond language as we bow to our common experiences, and share our differences with love. To traverse uncharted territory and strengthen the home that travels with us. To remember the vast and endless curiosity offered by the world that makes it possible to sustain the difficult times.
Photo by Anne-Kathrin Godec
Date and Location:
The retreat will be hosted at Hotel Baltura in Tribalj, Croatia.
Dates are from September 20 to 26, 2026 (6 nights)
Travel to Hotel Baltura from Zagreb Airport
The retreat includes transport from Zagreb Airport (ZAG) at 10am on September 20 and a return shuttle leaves from Hotel Balatura at 2pm on September 26th.
The shuttle ride between Zagreb Airport and Hotel Balatura is approximately 2 hours.
Should you wish to make your own travel arrangement between Zagreb Aiprot and Hotel Balatura, the fees is at your own expense.
Each participant to make own travel arrangements to Zagreb Airport.
A Poem of Stone Written in Karst - Hotel Balatura
Karst is one of the most complex and diverse landscapes and ecological structures associated with spiritual beliefs and mythology. Characterized by dissolutions of soluble rocks like limestone,the landscapes, particularly their caves, sinkholes, and underground rivers, inspire a variety of stories about sacred places, underworlds, and supernatural beings. Hotel Baltura was established 27 years agao and it is a meeting place for international artists of all kinds, workshops, and festivals. The surrounding nature and vilage invite us into dialogue with inner world and beauty.
Registration:
The tuition:
US$2500, €2200, CAD$3560
The registration includes:
- Tuition
- Workshop with two local guest teachers
- Transportation from/to Zagreb Airport - Balatura
With $500 deposit, you will secure your spot at the retreat.
Please fill in the form at the bottom of this page for registration. You will receive an email to process the deposit and payment information for tuition and meals/housing.
The deposit is Non-Refundable and Non-Transferrable.
Subsequent to making the deposit, the balance of the tuition is due on May 31st.
Payment by Installment
If installments are what you need, please select "payment arrangements" when you fill the registration form below.
We will make arrangments for installments.
Housing and Meals:
These are separate from the tuition and paid directly to Hotel Balatura.
Once your registration is completed, you will be directed to the Hotel to make your payment.
Additional tourist tax €1.50/day/person will also apply.
Prices below includes 6 nights and vegetarian meals:
2 Rooms without Balcony
Double Occupancy €661 (per person)
Single use €841
3 Rooms with Balcony/Yard
Double Occupancy €751 (per person)
Single use €991
4 SUITES
Double room €871 (per person)
Single use €1201
Rates are all inclusive (housing and meals) for 6 nights.
There is an option to arrive the day early (September 19) for you to settle in and relax.
Please let us know on upon registraion.
Cancellation:
If you need to cancel the registration, please notify us as soon as possible.
If you cancel after August 1st, there will be no refund
Travel Insurance:
We certainly recommend travel insurance for a longer trip like this.
Please make sure your passport is valid.
