With the right support, attitude and actions, any dream can come true!
To be sure we the conditions for your retreat are just right, we've created some general guidelines to help you prepare for your time with us.
We would like to ensure an excellent environment for everyone at our retreat, therefore please take your time to read this page thoroughly; it highlights the conditions and attitudes that set the foundation for a successful journey together.
We're looking forward to sharing our home with you, as nourishing shelter that will house your spiritual sojourn!
"Kindness, generosity of spirit and thoughtfulness. These are the qualities I admire most in people and you two have them by the bucket-load! Thank you so much for giving me all - and more - that I needed during a difficult time in my life. - Bettine, Canada
Core Guidelines
Welcome to a Holistic Sojourn on our Beautiful Island
Our retreat offers an
experience into a holistic way of life and foreign culture, which may be very
different from your own. In order to obtain the greatest benefit from
this experience, we ask that you come with a positive outlook, a commitment
to learn and, most importantly, a respectful attitude toward local customs,
conditions and standards; teachers and/or retreat hosts; and their teaching
techniques and service styles.
Be Informed & Come Prepared
It is up to each individual to ensure
that they fully acquaint themselves with every aspect of our retreat as presented on this website, including but not limited
to the following core concepts:
All guests should:
Understand the spiritual nature of Suncokret retreat as primarily a
journey of personal transformation and
secondarily a unique adventure into another culture and lifestyle;
Accept the level of self-responsibility required
to co-create an open, cooperative, positive retreat environment with group
leaders and other retreat guests;
Make a dedicated and conscious effort
to achieve your personal retreat goals, by welcoming the support and guidance
of the retreat leader(s), teacher(s) and, when appropriate, other retreat
guests;
Be flexible regarding possible change in the
sample itinerary due to factors such as seasonal restrictions, weather
conditions and other unforeseeable circumstances;
Willingly maintain clean and orderly living conditions at the retreat in both shared and personal living quarters;
Co-create “community spirit” by regularly
participating in scheduled activities, volunteering in meal preparation,
post-meal clean up, and karma-yoga cleanup of personal and communal space
prior to checking out.
A Positive Vibe
Let's keep the retreat vibe positive! You've come to be happy, and we want to see you happy! If you have any
complaint about any aspect of the holiday, please let us know at the
earliest opportunity... (not upon check out)!We will do what we can to resolve issues quickly and effectively, with your cooperation and mutual respect.
Give Yourself Time to Adjust
Finishing a day of taxi, bus, plane, bus and ferry with sunset yoga in the canyon with sea-spray was one of the most memorable experiences of my travels thus far. Thank you for such a magical experience in Dol and around your beautiful Island. - Bianaka, Australia
During the first few days of arrival, it is important to allow yourself time
to adjust to your new environment. Changes in climate, food, time zones, and,
of course, jet lag and lifestyle changes may result in frayed nerves and short tempers. Therefore
it is extremely important that you embark on this journey with a sense of
adventure, are prepared for the unexpected and for possible inconveniences
not generally experienced in the West.
The philosophy of
this type of retreat is one that allows alternatives and a degree of
flexibility. Changes in planned holidays may be caused by unforeseeable circumstances.
Patience and a good sense of
humor will be your most valuable attributes during this essential period of
adjustment. Guests
are expected to go with the flow and allow themselves time to adjust graciously to their experience in
a new culture.
"Thank you very much for this place. We have discovered Croatia and it has been an incredible opening to another world. " - Masha & Lera, Ukraine &Russia
All guests must
arrange appropriate travel visas and other travel documents, as well as
appropriate travel insurance before the start of the retreat. Insurance must
cover baggage, medical expenses and the cost of repatriation should you
become too ill to continue your holiday, including helicopter rescue and air
ambulance.
It is up to each individual to ensure that their insurance is adequate for
the holiday they have booked. If you participate in any activities that are available at
Suncokret retreat - yoga, safari, town outings, cooking workshops, etc., you
must be covered by insurance.
We offer an adventurous holiday experience, therefore our guests should arrive healthy and fit in order to take part in scheduled activities. If you have a health condition and are unsure whether the yoga, safari
and other activities being offered are suitable for you, please consult your
doctor!
Reservations
To make a reservation, please
send us a request with your name, desired date of attendance at the retreat (from Sunday-Sunday) the name of the selected program (Deluxe Residential or Essential Non-Residential) and the type of accommodation required. We will confirm availability via email.
