Naomi Fink
from Vietnam,
December 2024
"Perfekt"
Es war ein wundervolles retreat! Kim, die dass Retreat leitet kümmert sich um alles in höchster Qualität und mit viel Herz und Leidenschaft. Kim hat unglaublich viel Wissen über Mediation welches sie hervorragend auf Alltagssituationen überträgt um die Relvanz zu verdeutlichen und zu verstehen, warum Meditation so viel Mehrwert im Leben bringen kann.
Die Yoga Stunden wurden nicht von Kim sondern von externen Lehrern gehalten was es abwechslungsreich gestaltete.
Ich empfehle jedem dieses Retreat zu machen!
Anonymous
from Great Britain,
November 2024
"A nurturing few days. "
The leader of the retreat, Kim, is also the Meditation teacher. She is committed, informative, and does everything within her power to make life in your stay happy. I particularly liked her care in choosing dishes in restaurants to introduce the wonderful variety of vegetarian Vietnamese cuisine.
Anonymous
from Vietnam,
November 2024
"Me-Time in Hoi An"
Everything was fine. Yoga and Meditation class were great. Kim was a really nice Host, helping with everything. I had a good time.
Laura Saldou Masik
from Vietnam,
November 2024
"Very nice meditation and yoga retreat in Hoï An !"
The combination of meditation technics and yoga classes was great as well as the other touristic activities offered by Kim. Loved my 4 days/3 nights with the whole team !
Nina Avitabile
from Great Britain,
November 2024
"Fabulous time at Island Smiles Retreat"
My partner and I loved our experience at the yoga and meditation retreat! To provide a little more info - on the first day you will arrive in the afternoon, Kim (the lovely organiser) will greet you and introduce the programme and you will cycle (3mins) to yoga and after yoga cycle out to dinner with Kim in the town. In the morning you will have meditation with Kim at 7 at the accommodation (or nearby temple if the weather is good), then breakfast (at the villa too, you have a choice of breakfast from a menu). Then chill time before yoga at 10am and then straight out for lunch. This routine is repeated throughout the retreat. Kim is absolutely lovely and a real joy to be around and really inspiring to learn from. Thank you for an amazing 4 days Kim!
Anna Thenner
from Austria,
November 2024
"Perfekte Auszeit"
Die Unterkunft in Hoi An lieg super in den Reisfeldern. In nur 10 Minuten ist man in der Altstadt. Kim kümmert sich sehr gut um einen. Man muss sich in der Zeit, in der man dort ist, um nichts sorgen. Die Meditations- und Yogaklassen sind fantastisch. Kim und Ashish sind tolle LehrerInnen. Das vegetarische Essen, das Kim auswählte, war immer sehr gut und hat jede Erwartung übertroffen. Auch die Massage am letzten Tag war eine der besten während meiner Vietnam Reise :) Danke Kim!
Casey Reid
from Vietnam,
August 2024
"A quiet and peaceful getaway "
It is low season, so there was no one else at the retreat. This was great for me as I was wanting a relaxed and quiet getaway. The host was amazing and really made me feel so welcome. She was very helpful and made my stay feel very special. The yoga was great, even for a beginner. The yoga teacher was very accommodating and personalised some of the sessions to suit my abilities. It's a wonderful location, with rice fields and cute little coffee shops all around. Only 10 mins from the busy city centre and plenty of yummy places to eat.
Tyler Campbell
from Australia,
August 2024
"Fantastic getaway"
Kim is very kind and a joy it was a joy ti have her as a host. I really enjoyed the meditation on the retreat. The yoga was also good. Hoi An is a beautiful location and it was great to explore
Anonymous
from Great Britain,
July 2024
"Fantastic experience "
Kim is so welcoming and kind and really looked after everyone to make sure we all had the best experience. The programme is well arranged to allow for enough relaxation time. Ashish is a fantastic yoga teacher with a warm personality- really knowledgeable and supportive with hands-on adjustments. The villa is in a beautiful location and I met the best people! Would 100% recommend.
Anonymous
from Austria,
July 2024
"Wonderful Retreat"
This 4-day retreat with Kim was incredible and left a lasting positive impact. The Hotel among rice paddies was lovely, and the yoga studio was just a short bike ride away. Kim guided us through meditation and took us to fantastic local restaurants with some of the best food I’ve had. She was attentive to our needs and made us feel very welcome. Kim’s expertise in meditation, along with her kindness, made this experience unforgettable. Highly recommended! Thank you, Kim!
Anonymous
from Germany,
June 2024
"Toll :)"
Das Retreat hat mir sehr gut gefallen, die Yoga Stunden waren spitze.
Rose Di Gleria
from Great Britain,
June 2024
"A very peaceful and insightful 4 days "
Kim was a fantastic instructor, catering to all our needs and providing wonderful meditation sessions. We visited a range of delicious vegan and vegetarian restaurants (some of the best food I’ve had in Vietnam so far!) and our yoga instructor Ashish was an excellent teacher.
Luca Albers
from Hong Kong,
May 2024
"Amazing, caring service in a stunning location "
Kim was very professional and super caring and sweet. She paid attention to all the little details (including my favourite food) I ended up doing a solo retreat and did not feel alone for the slightest moment, as Kim’s company was a blessing. The yoga classes are very varied in style and intensity. As a beginner in mediation, I feel I have gained a lot of knowledge about how powerful meditation can be and how to practice it. Kim is highly knowledgeable and is clearly passionate about every little aspect of the retreat. The vegan food includes local and international variation and is just delicious! The accommodation has a beautiful pool, is clean, and the staff is super friendly. I absolutely recommend this retreat to anyone that can go!
Antonia Sparrow
from United States,
April 2024
"I really enjoyed Ashish’s authentic Indian yoga instruction."
Ashish was well trained and good at personally helping to correct and cue each of us during our different yoga postures. He is clearly passionate about yoga and teaching yoga.
Leonie Bender
from Germany,
March 2024
"Lovely experience "
I had a really great time and would definitely recommend!
Camila De Matos Passos
from France,
February 2024
"Yoga, meditation, Vietnamese cuisine & touristing altogether"
I simply LOVED this program, it overcame my expectations and I strongly recommend it!
For me it was essential to combine activities with some free time to chill out or visit the city.
Meditation was accompanied by some theory of Buddhism, which was essential to help us progress, and some practical tips and techniques. Kim even took us to different places for morning meditation, which was great surprise, adding variety.
Asish, the yoga teacher, was extremely professional, technical, he pushed us to our limits with kindness, and adapted postures to all levels.
The villa is calm, surrounded by bucolic rice fields of small producers. They provided us with bikes to move around. And it was also easy to go to town by moto-taxi (10 min and 1€ each journey).
Cherry on the cake: Kim took us to different restaurants for lunch and diner and kindly introduced us to Vietnamese’s cuisine. She was definitely the best host!
Sandra Jankowski
from Germany,
February 2024
"Would warmly recommend it"
Kim is awesome, such a lovely, caring person who leads you kindly into meditation and shows you awesone food around Hoi An. Yoga is in a nearby studio with awesome teacher as well and the villa is in the rice fields. Big, clean and very kind staff. You can go to city or beach by bike for free or just take a grab.
James Harbour
from Japan,
February 2024
"Excellent insightful experience"
Kim looked after all my needs. She was attentive, a kind loving person. I will be back.
Marije Niyma Van Goor
from Netherlands,
February 2024
"Amazing "
Clare Anderson
from Malaysia,
January 2024
"Fun and relaxing break in Hoi An"
Everything was planned and timed very well. The yoga studio was great, and Kim made sure we ate well 😊. It was nice to have the tours planned - the cooking class especially was a highlight for me, and really enjoyed the routine with the daily yoga as well.
Ida Marie Wedfall
from Vietnam,
January 2024
"Caring, flexible and relaxing. "
I had the pleasure of participating in one of Kim's retreats, a female entrepreneur with a passion for Hoi An, hospitality, and well-being.
The retreat takes place in different locations close to each other and they are located between the busy Hoi An and the beach. Just by the rice fields and local village life. Woop, you have a spacious place to stay, a nearby yoga studio to go to, a bicycle to ride, and someone who takes you to the best vegan restaurants places in town and facilitates beautiful meditations in various locations depending on your wishes.
Kim is a resourceful organizer and meditation teacher, but most importantly a good listener, keeping her head cool and heart warm. She has worked with tourism since she was young and for the last 3 years studied (I'm guessing similar to a bachelor's) in meditation and Buddhism.
I arrived in Hoi An with the flu, booked the first night at the retreat as a regular night and Kim brought me food until I was back on my feet the day after.
We changed the program a bit and I had yoga sessions as one on one training or with one other retreat guest. (Travelling in low season is less social and more focused)
Kim can help you with great tailors or other recommendations on Hoi An. I looked for tea houses and her tip was a special experience.
Her hospitality, and care to detail are effortless and generous. You will find a retreat that can be accommodated to your needs and wishes.
Gayane Arustamian
from Portugal,
January 2024
"Exceeded my expectations "
I loved everything in the programme - the yoga teachers Rahul & Issac, the meditation with Kim, and of course- the incredible vegetarian food experience in Hoi An. It was the best way to finish 2023 & start new year with peace, love and kindness shared over these days. I’ll definitely come back!
Eloise Weston
from Australia,
January 2024
"Incredible experience in Hoi An"
The Hoi An Yoga and meditation retreat was an amazing experience. Kim is a beautiful human, so kind, caring and very hospitable. Loved trying all the different food spots around Hoi An with Kim too. Highly recommend and hope to be back one day soon!
Marianne Tollie
from France,
December 2023
"HoiAn excellent yoga teacher + meditation practitioner"
Absolutely excellent yoga teacher, Ashish - Rahul wasn’t there but replaced by this fabulous teacher who is really outstanding in his adjustments.
The person who runs this program, Kim, is a meditation practitioner and like a mother during the program, ensuring we get everything we want. She brought us to vegan places for lunch and dinner: excellent food although not in the most beautiful places - mostly local, which is rather good from my perspective but to know what to expect.
The schedule I was on = 2 meditations + 2 yoga classes daily , plus one massage on the last day was perfect. Intense enough but also free enough to do other things.
Accomodation : I was in Golden Rice Villas which is just awesome, in the middle of the rice fields just a mere 10mn bicycle ride from the old HoiAn. The hotel lends you bicycles whenever you need. Very spacious rooms, lots of green, beautiful swimming pool.
Caroline Berlie
from Vietnam,
November 2023
"Not your usual retreat, but it works"
Best things for me were:
- That the participants weren't living in each pockets the whole time, we were based in the same accommodation (in countryside) with the meditation at various places (local temple), and yoga at a local studio with others (visitors and local people) not on the retreat programme. but with enough free time to explore the area on our own on the accommodations free bikes, or other actvities (eg. a Grab into Hoi An old town)
- Eating at different local vegetarian restaurants.
- Kim is obviously passionate about sharing her experience and learnings about of meditation.
- Kim is very caring about the participants and goes out of her way to make sure we are well looked after.
I enjoyed the yoga so much I'm staying on in the area for longer so I can continue with Ashish!
Anne-claire Dubois
from Spain,
November 2023
"Really nice stay and good food"
Kim was really nice and caring, she organize everything very well! the hotel was reaaally nice in a quiet area, beautiful pool and biking distance from the old town of Hoi An. The vegan food was delicious and varied :)
Anna Wichtmann
from Cambodia,
November 2023
"Very nice accommodation and kindest people"
This is such a wonderful place. I liked that there was a variety of foods and guests were cared for all day. Unfortunately I had a cold when I was there. Kim took care of me and I ended up staying longer to recover. I love Hoi An, such a beautiful town. The yoga classes I had were really good, kind teacher and a lot of corrections and stretches. I also like the idea of silent meditation.
Jette Ullrich
from Germany,
November 2023
Es war rundum ein tolles Programm
Wahnsinnig schöne Einblicke ins yogaprogramm( als Anfänger ) das Essen und die Auswahl der Lokale war großartig. Kim ist eine wundervolle Frau die sich wirklich um alle Belange kümmert und immer zu erreichen ist . Toll
Judith Kracher
from Vietnam,
November 2023
Yoga and meditation classes, lunch and dinner, the teachers, massage
Trish Chan
from Vietnam,
November 2023
"An oasis for healing and recovery"
Everything about the entire retreat was a blessing at a time when I really needed a sanctuary. Kim was extremely kind, genuine and truly cared about my well-being. She provided a customized program for me and even walked with me to yoga classes because I couldn't ride a bike. It wasn't necessary, but I appreciated the company. Rahul as well as the other yoga instructors were really great and helped me to hone in my practice and while I was practicing at Aum Yoga, my aches and pains became slightly better. I loved the entire experience and felt mostly healed and at peace by the end of a week. I also loved meeting the other travelers too.
Bodo Hilven
from Vietnam,
November 2023
"Hoi An yoga retreat aum yoga"
The welcome and personal approach were excellent. Kim makes you feel at home from the first moment and she’s always available to help and assist with all the questions you have. She had the best recommendations and takes you on a food trip around Hoi An that is just amazing. The yoga instructors are on an amazing level amd help you guide you trough your flow.
Vannessa Buritica
from Germany,
October 2023
"Muy agradecida. "
El compromiso perfecto entre el yoga, de acuerdo a las necesidades individuales, y espiritualidad. Gracias por todas las enseñanzas.
Sarah Chao
from Hong Kong,
October 2023
"Experiences yoga instructors with personal attention "
We had three different yoga instructors each day and each had a different style and all were very friendly and personable. They have all very experienced instructors.
Elisa Kjaersgaard
from Vietnam,
October 2023
"Sehr angenehmes Yoga Retreat! Alle super nett!"
Die Retreat Leitung ist sehr auf meine Bedürfnisse eingegangen. Hat mich die gestern Zeit begleitet. Das Essen war abwechslungsreich und super lecker! Da ich die einzigen war, hätte ich hauptsächlich Privatstunden für Yoga und Meditation, das war klasse! Sehr liebe, nette und freundliche Menschen.
(Bewertung aus Deutschland, nicht Vietnam!)
Anonymous
from Australia,
August 2023
"Pleasant spiritual experience "
I had such a good entry to Vietnam with this retreat. The way Kim structured this retreat made for an externally connecting time with my environment and internally connected time with myself. Met some lovely women who were also doing the same and different program as me and we got the opportunity to eat beautiful local vegan food every night together. Rahul has changed my view on yoga. I had been practicing on and off for the last three years but I feel from his teachings I will bring more intention with the classes and practice of yoga moving forward. Feeling grateful for this experience.
Mae Ng
from Hong Kong,
August 2023
"Physically and spiritually rejuvenated. "
host Kim made all arrangements in good order. Her meditation session is clear and easy to follow.
Yoga teacher Rahul is very experienced and prompt to correct my pose. Very patient and friendly.
The villa is centrally located. Very tranquil surroundings! I love to walk / cycle at the paddy fields just outside the villa.
Macarena Franco Ruedas
from Spain,
July 2023
"Great experience!!!"
Great experience!! 100% recommended. Both the yoga instructor and the meditation one have been really helpful and close to me during the time the yoga retreat lasted. The accommodation has been beautiful, close to the yoga center (3-5 minutes by bicycle) and very peaceful as the location is at the ouskirts of town. Rahul, who has been my yoga instructor, has helped me to achieve the proper postures during all the yoga practices and Kim, who has been my meditation teacher, has been very friendly, welcoming and charming during the whole retreat (she has helped me to deeply understand the techniques and the root of the meditation). I am not vegan but honestly I have enjoyed a lot this kind of food.
Anonymous
from Singapore,
July 2023
"Yoga Retreat at Hoi An"
I would like to say a big thank you to Oanh Kim Vo, she is so caring, warm and thoughtful. She acceded to my last minute request and re-arranged the programme which i enjoyed very much.
I feel so blessed to have her with me during the stay at Hoi An for the yoga retreat.
I will definitely come back to Hoi An and Cham Island again!
Scott Martell
from Vietnam,
June 2023
"Best and Most productive 4 days in recent memory"
The place, Hoi An, is beyond compare in beauty and peace and location. Kim has created an outstanding program for all levels of people who want to meditate and do yoga--for beginners like me, to the much more advanced. Because of her, I believe meditation will stick with me as a life program. Rahul is a patient and expert yoga instructor who helps and pays attention to all students--absolutely superb teacher. The program is compact with morning and evening sessions, but there is all afternoon for free time and exploration activities, or rest by the pool.
Elena Brunner
from Vietnam,
May 2023
"Excellent balance between mindfulness & freedom"
I booked the night before and Kim made the whole program just for me 🧡
It was a great experience and I had amazing mediation and yoga classes together with a flexible plan, great food and me time.
Even though I am already experienced, I am really grateful that I had the chance to depend my practice with Kim and Rahul.
The homestay was beautiful and located in a calmer area in the rice fields.
Kim has a great taste and she knows the best places in Hoi an ☺️
I can highly recommend booking this retreat! It’s such a unique and special experience 🧘🏼♀️
Thanks again for the excellent organisation and I can just say: book it and enjoys your time with them - you won’t regret it 😉
Robyn Coryton
from Vietnam,
May 2023
"3 day yoga, meditation and activities break"
The accommodation was delightful, calm and clean and friendly with a lovely pool. I very much enjoyed my yoga and the meditation classes. The extra activities were very well organised, I really enjoyed the boat rides, (totally unexpected and loads of fun!) the guide for the My Son Sanctuary was so knowledgeable and my cookery course was excellent. Overall it was a super three days and I would definitely recommend this!
Elise Norriswood
from Vietnam,
April 2023
"If you want to find inner peace, visit this retreat ;-)"
It was such a great retreat. Kim and Rahul really helpt me during my journey and thought me alot during yoga and meditation. It was a very healing experience and for sure I would visit this retreat again, if I ever make it back to Vietnam. And also to mention: Kim is such a generous and kind person. She is a real rolemodel to me, how human beings should act. She acts with alot of kindness and love for others. Her goal to make her costumers happy and let them go with a great feeling. In the beggining it was a little bit strange to me that she is so carrying, but afterwards I realized, how she loves what she's doing and that her kindness is so authentic and real. I really had such a great time and feel full of energy and love again. Thank you so much for this beautiful days!
Jasmine Lal
from New Zealand,
April 2023
"Experiance"
The yoga retreat was amazing, the package Kim put together has been well thought out with the right mix of activities, down time and yoga. I enjoyed the cooking class the best, and exposure to vegan food! She also accommodated my husband at the last min, so thank you Kim for having us!!
Anonymous
from Spain,
April 2023
"Maravillosa experiencia"
Todo, el lugar, la gente, la energía que tiene el lugar y las personas que lo hacen posible.
Sandra Schindler
from Thailand,
April 2023
"Yoga Retreat Island Smile "
War ein sehr angenehmer Aufenthalt. Besonders hat mir die Flexibilität und Individualität gefallen. Perfekte Mischung aus Meditation, Yogastunden, anderen Aktivitäten und Essen.
Lisette Haring
from Vietnam,
February 2023
Voor mij was het een warm bad waar ik in terecht kwam, Kim was echt de liefste gast vrouw ! Toen ik wat eerder aankwam dan verwacht werd ik meteen uitgenodigd voor de lunch bij haar thuis ! Verder bleef Kim fijn in contact en checkte regelmatig of alles naar mijn zin was. Als niet super ervaren alleen reiziger was dit even een hele fijne ervaring, mijn Hoi An familie ❤️
Cameron Braverman
from United States,
February 2023
"A worthwhile wholesome reset "
Kim was an excellent, thoughtful, accommodating host who pushed me to go deeper in meditation. Rahul provided a wonderful instruction in yoga which corrected many alignments for me from years of less personal instruction.
Danielle Tucker
from Philippines,
February 2023
"Amazing food, very good company. "
The yoga instructors were very knowledgeable and good teachers. The home stay (Pink House) was really nice, the family so friendly and the food was great. The organiser Kim was really nice and attentive as well and had great food recommendations. The tours were well organised and chosen well, it was great not to have to organise them myself.
Anonymous
from Cambodia,
January 2023
Kim hat sich super um einen gekümmert und war zu jederzeit eine hilfsbereite Ansprechpartnerin. Sie hat sich Zeit genommen und hat einen beim Abendessen begleitet. Das Vegane Restaurant war absolut genial. Super lecker
Ugnius Norkevicius
from Great Britain,
December 2022
"Great first Yoga experience, but not exactly what expected"
We felt very well taken care by Kim, as she was very attentive and welcoming.
Communication for check-in and the whole stay was amazing and very prompt.
We got some nice tips on what to see and where to eat in Hoi An.
Also, yoga classes were very professional and felt just right for us ( as it was our first time doing yoga), and it encouraged us to continue learning in the future.
It is a great choice for people who just want not to think on how to spend their time in Hoi An and do some yoga
Barbara Blaser
from Singapore,
December 2022
"Highlight meines Vietnam-Urlaubs"
Das Programm war rundherum klasse, sehr abwechslungsreich, trotzdem hatte ich auch Zeit für mich. Kim ist die perfekte Gastgeberin, Raul ein toller Lehrer und das Pink House sehr angenehm. Könnte mir keinen besseren Aufenthalt in Hoi An vorstellen.
Lena Mahla
from Vietnam,
December 2022
"Wonderful stay"
Kim the owner goes above and beyond to make your stay so so enjoyable. She's so friendly and always there to help you. She takes you for dinner, to your classes and helps you with further trips.
I would definitely recommend staying in her retreat.
Luisa Schiffmann
from Vietnam,
November 2022
"Highlight of my Vietnam-Trip"
I booked the retreat very spontaneously - just the night before arrival - and it was no problem at all. Kim is such a sweet person who put all her heart into planning and managing our stay. The Homestay is a beautiful, clean house run by a friend of Kim who was also very helpful. The vegan food was delicious. The yoga classes suited both beginners and advanced levels, Rahul is a very skilled teacher. All together, I can only recommend this yoga retreat!
Diana Clewing
from Vietnam,
November 2022
"Perfect mix of yoga, sightseeing and local life :)"
The retreat concept is a fabulous mix of yoga, sightseeing, local life and free time - in only four days, perfect for (solo-) travelers. We stayed in a really nice little homestay, clean and everything you need is available, and the vegan food is varied and delicious! You can borrow a bike for free and get to the beach or town easily.
Rahul, the yoga teacher, challenged us sometimes, but also considered our level, encouraged us and he had very valuable tips. It was a small and private yoga class. Loved it and inspired me to join a yoga class at home.
The sightseeing program was nice. My Son, an indian temple ruin, was very interesting and I had very much fun in the basket boat and cooking class afterwards.
The other girls, I met on the retreat, were so kind and open-minded and we got along straight away. And Kim, our retreat-host, was so great and did everything she could to make us happy. She even invited us to a coffee, to get a honest feedback, if she can improve her concept. Thank you very much for everything, Kim! It was a wonderful experience and I would always do it again. Absolute recommendation.
Sue Michaelson
from Australia,
November 2022
" Fantastic retreat : a must do"
This retreat was fabulous it accommodated everyone’s yoga abilities : Raul the instructor was outstanding , sometimes challenging : which was good . The girls I met on the retreat were so so friendly & me at 62 years old was so appreciated, Kim , the organiser could not do enough for us , she is divine ! The outside activities were fab: cooking class was unreal , she was always able to adapt it to everyone’s needs. I recommend this retreat to all it was amazing : The Best !!!! The accomodation at the pink house homestay was excellent: gr8 location; super clean: fantastic food , free push bike to use . This is a must do when in Hoi an / Vietnam …. ❤️ I loved it ✅
