VERA VIDA RETREATS · NOVEMBER 2026 · EVIA, GREECE

Finally. A gathering for women
ready to simply be.

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A boutique, all-inclusive gathering for 4 nights and 5 days — up to 12 women, in Evia, Greece, November 1–5, 2026.

It all began on a balcony in Panama.

Hana

I'm Belgian-Israeli, and I run a boutique hotel on the Pacific coast of Panama. I love to cook, bake sourdough bread, paint — and above all, gather women around a good table.

This gathering is my first under the Vera Vida Retreats name, and I'm inviting you to be part of the very first circle. Not a trial run — a real invitation.

Hana Josephson Bendoly — Founder, Vera Vida Retreats

"I created Vera Vida Retreats because I kept seeing the same thing: women arriving tired, and leaving lighter — because they'd chosen to put themselves at the centre. They understood it was finally their turn."

Evia, Greece. November 2026.

Location
Evia, Greece
Venue
Private boutique hotel
Circle Size
Up to 12 women
Duration
4 nights, 5 days
Timing
November 1–5, 2026
What's Included
Full all-inclusive

What to expect.

Greek cooking class

You'll cook alongside women who've done this for generations, and taste why this coastline has fed people well for centuries.

Monastery visit

Our host leads us to meet the nuns and hear stories that never make it into any guidebook.

Wine tasting

An afternoon at a local vineyard, tasting wine made metres from where we're standing. Simple, unhurried, and full of flavour.

Sirtaki dance

You'll learn a few Greek dance steps, then lose yourself in an authentic Greek party — dancing until your feet ache and your heart is full of joy.

Beach walk & driftwood art

You'll wander a wild beach collecting driftwood and pebbles, and turn what the sea left behind into something beautiful.

Sunset ceremony — release & blessing

You'll release a lantern into the night sky, freeing your wishes to yourself and to the world.

Hot springs

You'll sink into natural hot springs, if the day turns cool enough to want them.

Watercolour — learning to let go

A creative exercise with watercolours. Not about painting well, but about releasing the need for perfect.

Women who made history

You'll hear stories of women who dared — some from myth, some from history, some who walked this very coastline long before us.

Evenings by the fire

You'll talk, laugh, share by a crackling fireplace until midnight — and more than anything, you'll feel connected.

A day might look like this.

Morning

For early risers — a short visit to the nearby beach before the day begins. Then a hearty, wholesome breakfast. And the morning activity, which changes daily — a walk to the driftwood beach, a monastery visit, or a soak in the hot springs.

Afternoon

Lunch, then time to rest or read. In the afternoon we gather by the fire — sometimes with watercolours, sometimes listening to stories of remarkable women from history and Greek mythology, sometimes creating together from the driftwood we've collected.

Evening

Dinner, long conversations, and dancing — simply enjoying ourselves. And sometimes, heading down to the beach to send our wishes up to the sky.

This is for you if —

You've built a life you're proud of, and you're ready to go deeper.

You travel well — but rarely slowly.

You're looking for real connection, not small talk.

You're ready. Not waiting for the right moment.

sharing a meal together

Choose your place.

The whole hotel is reserved exclusively for our group — up to 12 women. Fully inclusive from the moment you land to the moment you leave, no surprises along the way.

€150 off for the first eight women to register!

Shared room
€2,000
per person, 4 nights / 5 days
About €400/day — all-inclusive
Full board, all meals
Wine with dinner
Round-trip airport transfers
All workshops
All island excursions and outings
Entry to all sites we visit
Guidance from our local host
Treats during breaks
Private room · limited to 4
€2,250
per person, 4 nights / 5 days
About €450/day — all-inclusive
Full board, all meals
Wine with dinner
Round-trip airport transfers
All workshops
All island excursions and outings
Entry to all sites we visit
Guidance from our local host
Treats during breaks

Price does not include flights to Athens (ATH). Transfer from Athens airport to Evia is included and will be arranged in advance for the whole group.

What's worth knowing.

How do I get there?
Fly into Athens (ATH). From there, we'll arrange group transport to Evia. Exact details will be shared in advance.
What's the accommodation model?
Full board, including treats during breaks and wine with dinner. Includes airport transfers, workshops, visits, and excursions.
Is the schedule mandatory?
Not at all. Every activity is an invitation, not an obligation. This gathering is first and foremost about rest and your own personal freedom.
What if I need to cancel?
You may cancel your registration within 14 days of booking, provided at least 7 business days remain before the gathering. Beyond that: the registration fee (€500) is non-refundable and secures your place. The remaining balance is split into two payments: half by September 1, 2026, and the second half by October 1, 2026. Up to 60 days before the gathering — full refund of the balance. Between 30–60 days before — 50% refund of the balance. Less than 30 days before — no refund, though your place can be transferred to another woman at no extra cost.
What if something unexpected comes up (illness, an emergency)?
We look at every situation individually and always look for a fair solution — including the option of credit toward a future gathering.
What if the gathering doesn't happen?
We're committed to making this gathering happen. In the rare event we do need to cancel, you'll receive a full refund — no questions asked.

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