Come to Morocco for the trip of a lifetime with trusted professionals and your fellow nurses to have an unbelievable escape and adventure. You will get an opportunity to unwind, reflect, and transform. You see, Morocco chooses what it has in store for you.
Both Courtney and I have been forever changed in this magical land in northern Africa. We hope you, too can have a transformational and rejuvenating experience.
Come join us for a Cultural, Rejuvenating, and Educational Retreat for Nurses and Friends!
Where: Marrakesh, Agafay Desert, and Essaouira, Morocco
Marrakesh:
What: You will spend three days and nights in the magical city of Marrakesh visiting its vibrant markets, sacred spaces, and historical sites. Each day will incorporate meditation and tailored lectures.
Lodging: A traditional riad, which is an historically stately home converted into a garden hotel, which preserves the distinctive Maghribi aesthetic (see pictures below).
Agafay Desert:
You will spend one night far away from the bustle of city life, under a blanket of stars, in the beautiful Agafay Desert. Lodging: A traditional luxury desert camp.
Essaouira:
You end your Moroccan journey with three days and nights in the blissful beach town of Essaouira, known for its rich musical heritage. Each day will include yoga and other self-care for nursing professionals.
Lodging: Four star accomodation
Please note, to be a good fit, you should be able to walk up to 3 miles a day and able to climb stairs.
7 nights double occupancy lodging at four star accomodation including one night at a traditional luxury desert camp.
2 hours on Moroccan Culture, 4 hours on self-care and stress reduction
Private transportation to/from the airport and well as to activites and other locations
Koutoubia Mosque, Bahia Palace, Madrasa Ben Youssef, Djmaa al Fna (UNESCO World Heritage Site), The souks and workshops in Marakesh and Essaouira, The Secret Garden, Jardin Majorelle
Lunch at a non-profit that helps disadvantaged women gain work experience by training them in culinary arts.
Experience a farm to table lunch at AKAL Permaculture (2 hours)
Seven traditional Moroccan breakfasts
Including the welcome dinner with traditional Moroccan music
Including the two lunch excursions
Three yoga and two meditations sessions
International airfare to and from Morocco
Required to attend
You can do this in the desert, we just need to book one week in advance
You will have the opportunity to try the traditional spa in both Marrakesh and Essaouira
You can do this in the desert, we just need to book one week in advance
Massage appointments are available at each of the lodgings
Unwound Retreats offers events, resources, and retreats for nurses by nurses, now offering retreats to Bali, Mexico, and Morocco.
Unwound Retreats was founded by critical care nurse Nicole Johnson, BSN, RN, CCRN in 2019.
She believes in holding space for nurses to learn, grow, and have community. She offers a potpourri of ideas and ways to improve one's well being, and that every person's path to wellness is individualized.
Come on a restorative, educational and cultural retreat!