Drishti Journeys

The Iceland retreat I participated in last summer (2015) far exceeded my expectations. From the moment I signed up for the retreat, the organizers (Reinier and Emily) welcomed me with sincere warmth and enthusiasm and responded to my every query in a most knowledgeable and professional fashion. Emily’s daily Vinyasa yoga instruction, coupled with Reinier’s accompanying tunes, elevated my yoga experience to a blissful level… What a way to begin each exciting day of hiking and sightseeing in magical Iceland!! The accommodations and tours were meticulously organized and the meals catered to each traveler’s unique dietary needs. The group of people was wonderful and I’ve formed some friendships that will likely last a lifetime. I will not hesitate to book another retreat with these amazing organizers.

I went to Iceland with Drishti Journeys in the fall and it was amazing. When I look back at the photos I’m still in awe of how beautiful it is and how much we got to see in a short time there. Having Reinier to show us around and what I like to call “Get us right to the good stuff” was great, I was able to just relax, sit back and Enjoy Iceland.

This experience exceeded every expectation. I am a working wife and mother of two who seriously needed to hit the reset button. I was beyond nervous to go out of the country let alone on this journey sans family. Upon my arrival, it only took about one minute in Bali to realize this is exactly where I needed to be. Drishti Journeys made it SO easy to just show up and enjoy. Every meal, yoga session, excursion etc. was so well planned and easy that I can honestly say, I would have never experienced Bali if I would have attempted it solo. I owe a lifetime of gratitude to Reinier, (founder of Drishti) and Emily(yoga instructor) for sharing this slice of heaven with me. It was one of the best decisions I could have made for myself as a person, as a wife and as a mother. I found peace and happiness and a way of life that I only imagined to be real in a fairytale. I can promise you 100% you will not regret making this trip! I am already planning my next!

I had an amazing time on my trip to Bali with Drishti Journeys! Reinier takes the time to think through all the details that you might need to know for your retreat. The Udaya Resort that we stayed at was gorgeous! I just wanted to spend all my time there! The activities were great - we even went mountain biking (or jungle biking?) and although it's not something I would ever have signed up for on my own, I had a great time! Every meal we ate together was delicious. It was a busy week and I did skip one activity to go out to the beach, but if you add a little bit of time onto your trip you could easily get in the beach time. Ultimately, this is my 2nd retreat with Reinier and I would absolutely go on another with Drishti Journeys.

To give and receive...this is the gift you are looking for! The Bali retreat was beyond anything I have ever experienced for travel. The attention to detail was epic! Our gorgeous hotel, The Udaya was absolutely stunning and filled with so much beauty. From the incredible rooms with canopy beds, a marble bathtub and private balcony, the spa offering everything from massage to reflexology, the incredible food at their amazing restaurant, the infinity pool and most importantly...the staff. Their daily love and unconditional smiles were healing and so heartfelt. This retreat took me to places in my body, mind and spirit that I have never been too. We had yoga and meditation in an unbelievable setting. Our yoga instructor (Emily) was so lovely. She guided us with no ego to the present moment. We found ourself and lost ourself on those mats. We made so many excursions, including an 18 mile bike ride through rice fields and villages, a water purification ceremony with a personal blessing from a holy man, a journey to a sacred waterfall, incredible food and drinks on the town at so many places(thought out so lovingly by Reinier the retreat facilitator), shopping in UBUD, a Balinese cooking class with the kindest friends(the owners of a lovely cafe “Warung D’Carik”), a visit to a famous wood carving guru, a Monkey Forest and so much more. It was a dream come to life. It has forever changed me. This is the opportunity of a lifetime, to be shown another culture and fill yourself with self care and beauty. The island is beyond beautiful and the temples that surround you fill your soul. Give yourself the gift of the Bali Retreat with Drishti Journeys. You will find yourself, love yourself, express yourself and give yourself to others. You will come home a changed human, ready to share with the world and your friends and family. You will become the spark that lights the fire in others. As we were reminded often...”Bali is working”. Thank your Reinier, Emily and Christina for your dedication, love, kindness and strength on our journey to becoming whole. I am forever grateful. Namaste’