Overcoming Travel Hesitations
There are a few things we hear… again and again when our retreats come up in conversation:
The Church Restaurant
Imagine sitting down to a beautiful meal in a place where history, atmosphere, and flavor all come together—an unforgettable stop on your retreat.
Skibbereen Heritage Center
Skibbereen Heritage Center is a must-visit attraction offering an engaging look into the history and culture of Skibbereen and the surrounding region.
From Dreaming To Going My Ireland Retreat Journey
Ireland, “The Emerald Isle” earns its name from the lush greens that seem to stretch endlessly across its hills and valleys.
Ireland Remembering It’s Roots!
Ireland, “The Emerald Isle” earns its name from the lush greens that seem to stretch endlessly across its hills and valleys.
Emerald Isle Awakening 2027
Emerald Isle Awakening 2027 is already beginning to take shap and it’s going to be something truly special.
Packing for Ireland Sounds Easy…Until You Get There
Every year, people arrive thinking they’ve packed perfectly, and within a few hours, they’re cold, wet, or wondering why their feet feel like they’ve walked through a sponge. Ireland’s weather has a personality of its own.
Have You Ever Noticed This?
You book a trip or a retreat and something shifts instantly. Nothing around you has changed. Same house. Same responsibilities. Same endless to-do list.
Ireland In May! A Season Meant For Retreat
Ireland is beautiful year-round, but there’s a sweet spot and for us, it’s May.
Saint Bridget’s Day (La Fheile Bride)
Saint Brigid’s Day (Lá Fhéile Bríde), celebrated on February 1st, marks the ancient turning point between winter and spring in Ireland.
Ireland Is Calling Again
Ireland is calling… again. While we prepare to embark on our 2026 Balance Bliss Retreat to Ireland, the seeds are already being planted for something equally special, our May 2027 Ireland Retreat.
Garnish Island, West Cork
Just off the coast of Glengarriff, nestled in the sheltered waters of Bantry Bay, lies Garnish Island is a peaceful sanctuary along the Wild Atlantic Way.
Pack Less, Stress Less. My Simple Travel Must Haves!
Whether you’re heading out for a quick solo weekend or a soul-searching retreat somewhere far away, a little planning makes all the difference.
Christmas- Old Irish Traditions
At Christmas, a special kind or quietness settles over Ireland — not an empty silence, but a stillness filled with familiarity and belonging.
Barley Cove, West Cork
Barleycove Beach is the kind of place that captures the very soul of the Emerald Isle, located in West Cork.