So you have decided to run a retreat. You can picture it clearly, your group enjoying the sunshine as you all work on your businesses, sharing ideas and getting inspired. You are super excited, and yet you are not sure where to start.
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One of the biggest gripes from attendees is the extra costs. e.g the cost of a taxi to the venue. The fact that they cannot fly in on the start day and out on the last day, so have to find accommodation for pre and post event. Be clear what your guests will need to know before they book on your retreat.
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I have been going to Marrakech at least once a year for the last six years, on both personal and business trips. This being the case, I thought I would share with you some of my favourite things to do when I am there.
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What many people do not appreciate is that whilst I save them time and money, by sourcing the right guides, transfer companies, train times, entry tickets, giving restaurant suggestions, booking flights only, or helping with their air miles etc. It takes a lot of time, and it generates no commission.
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Whenever I meet someone new, and they find out what I do, there is inevitably a list a questions that follow.
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A friend of mine is going on her first longhaul trip solo, she messaged me at the weekend asking for my tips as I am a seasoned traveller. So I wrote her a list based on my experiences. It then occurred to me that it might be useful to other longhaul novices, so here it is.
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The highlight of visiting the Sera Monastery is watching the monks debating inside the shady courtyard behind the main temple.
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This morning began with a lecture on the main themes, characters and symbols of Tibetan Art and religious life. It is a a great way to help you understand what you will see and hear whilst in Lhasa.
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In November last year, I finally boarded my flight to Tibet, I was beyond excited! Would it be all that I hoped it would be..?
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Landing into Inverness I felt like I was coming home, the light, the snow on the distant mountains with their rows of pine trees, it brought back so many memories of growing up in Scotland and it tugged at my heart.
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Apart from all the Champagne tasting, all in the name of research of course, it was also a very educational trip. I learnt about sexual confusion, Champagne eggs, and how to tell a vine from it's leaf..and yes, you did read the first one correctly.
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Whilst fantastic photo opportunities arise constantly, and you will regularly hear cries of "stop the car", remember that there are many blind hills in Iceland, so be careful where you stop in order to avoid being rear ended!
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