The principal type of yoga we practice on retreats is aligned-based Hatha and vinyasa slow flow, which is generally more active and dynamic to build strength, increase flexibility, and transform energy. Restorative yoga and guided meditation sessions are integral parts of each retreat. All levels of yoga are welcome. The premise is always – Start where you are.

A focus is on how to practically incorporate the philosophy and practices of the ancient teachings of Yoga into a modern lifestyle via a systematic method.

A fundamental concept of the practice is to reduce and eliminate unhealthy stress so that the body-mind can regenerate, heal, and transform. Learn yogic tools to reprogram unempowering behavior patterns and to create an energetically positive state as the norm.

Sandra, the owner of Vajra Sol, leads most of the retreats. She has been practicing and studying yoga for more than 25 years. See About Us page to learn more about her background.

Most of our retreat guests are solo travelers, then friends joining together, family members, or couples. They are women and men from across the U.S., Canada and farther aboard and range in age on average from late 20s to 60s. They are usually working professionals who prefer the comforts of a more upscale hotel that maintains a casual, low-key style. The level of yoga experience ranges from beginner to more experienced.

We keep the group size small (on average 12 – 16 persons maximum depending on the retreat) to ensure an optimal personalized experience and comfort for group travel. Typically we require six people to run a retreat.

It is important to us that a retreat is a right match for you. Read reviews on TripAdvisor by past guests for first-hand commentary of their experience. Or contact us and we’ll gladly answer any questions you have.

Vajra Sol has received the Certificate of Excellence and Traveler’s Choice Award from TripAdvisor for the last consecutive years.

We make it simple and easy. You’ve worked hard and we want to take the research, planning, and the many details off your plate. Once you arrive at the meeting location or retreat property we take care of all the ground logistics during the retreat, hotel bookings, and general organizing. We create a welcoming and safe environment so you can trust to easefully drop right in.

Book your flights, pack your bag, sit back and enjoy the experience. We’ve got this finely tuned for you!

We place high importance on upholding the environmental and social practices of a responsible traveler. We discerningly partner with hotel properties, tour operators, and other businesses that operate under the premise of sustainable tourism by showing an effort to negate adverse effects on local communities and the environment where and when possible.

What is sustainable tourism?

“Tourism that takes full account of its current and future economic, social and environmental impacts, addressing the needs of visitors, the industry, the environment, and host communities”. (UNWTO – United Nations World Tourism Organization)

What is a responsible traveler?

A traveler who follows a code of ethics when visiting a host destination, as outlined by the UNWTO.

• Honour your hosts and our common heritage.
• Protect our planet.
• Support the local economy.
• Travel safely.
• Be an informed traveler.
• Use digital platforms wisely.
• Set a good example for other travelers

Click here for the complete TIPS FOR A RESPONSIBLE TRAVELER.

Travel insurance is highly recommended for coverage of any unplanned changes that may occur before or during your trip, such as trip cancelation, delayed flights, lost luggage, emergency medical assistance, and more.

We have seen over the years unfortunate travel circumstances happen, such as guests’ traveling to the retreat miss a flight and have to stay the night in a hotel and pay for other unplanned expenses. Or they have had to cancel their participation in the retreat last minute.

We recommend travel insurance with iTravelInsured which is affiliated with IMG (International Medical Group). You may customize what you need for travel and/or international emergency medical insurance. Check with your home health insurance provider to see if and for what you are covered when traveling outside the U.S.

For all retreats, if force ma·jeure (e.g. pandemic, natural disasters, travel restrictions, etc.) causes a retreat to be canceled we will offer a rescheduled date for the retreat. In this case, there are no refunds of payment when it is due to causes beyond our control.

If the rescheduled retreat date does not work for you, full or partial credit (not a refund) towards another one of our retreats at any destination may be possible. This will depend on the specific retreat as policies are reflective of our hotel partners’ policies as well. See the specific retreat page or contact us for the complete information.

Vajra Sol will not be held responsible for any expenses incurred for canceled retreats, by the participant or by Vajra Sol, or due to force ma·jeure.

Retreat travel insurance is strongly recommended for coverage of postponed or canceled retreats in such a scenario.

Contact us with any questions and we will be glad to provide additional information.