Top Trending Retreat Destinations and What Makes Them Magical

Top Trending Retreat Destinations and What Makes Them Magical

Whether you're hosting your first retreat or your fifteenth, choosing the right destination is key to attracting aligned guests and creating a memorable experience. At Sacred Ohms, we keep a finger on the pulse of global trends. Here are 3 locations that continue to rise in popularity:

1. Bali, Indonesia

  • Why It's Special: A spiritual mecca with lush rice paddies, traditional healing practices, and deeply respectful local culture.
  • Highlights: Water temples, affordable luxury, and a strong community of wellness practitioners.

2. Costa Rica

  • Why It's Special: Known for its "pura vida" philosophy, Costa Rica offers biodiversity, eco-conscious living, and a slow, nourishing pace.
  • Highlights: Jungle lodges, surf retreats, volcano hikes, and a strong emphasis on sustainability.

3. Sedona, Arizona (USA)

  • Why It's Special: A red rock haven for spiritual seekers, Sedona is known for its energy vortexes, desert beauty, and shamanic traditions.
  • Highlights: Vortex hikes, stargazing, sound baths in caves, and mystical desert energy.

4. Egypt

  • Why It's Special: A portal into ancient mysticism and sacred sites like the Great Pyramids and Nile River temples.
  • Highlights: Tours of sacred tombs, temple meditations, and desert ceremonies.

5. Mt. Shasta, California (USA)

  • Why It's Special: Regarded as one of the Earth’s chakras, Mt. Shasta is beloved for its powerful energy and serene forests.
  • Highlights: Crystal shops, vortex hikes, glacial springs, and solitude for deep spiritual work.

6. Portugal

  • Why It's Special: A peaceful, affordable European gem with ocean views, historical architecture, and a growing wellness scene.
  • Highlights: Coastal retreats, regenerative farms, and cozy countryside sanctuaries.

7. India

  • Why It's Special: The birthplace of yoga and Ayurveda, India offers spiritual immersion, color, and ancient teachings.
  • Highlights: Ashrams, temple ceremonies, Ayurvedic healing, and deep spiritual lineage.

8. Tulum, Mexico

  • Why It's Special: A bohemian wellness haven that combines beach bliss with mystical traditions and stunning cenotes.
  • Highlights: Beachfront yoga, sound healing caves, Mayan ruins, and eco-luxury accommodations.

There are endless other locations that hold magic and meaning. While the above are some of the most common and beloved retreat destinations for good reason, we’ve seen magical retreats happen everywhere from Paris to New Zealand and everything in between.

At Sacred Ohms, we’ve curated a wide range of aligned venues across the globe to help you find the perfect energetic match for your offering.

Sacred Ohms has personally vetted venues in each of these locations. From cliffside yoga platforms in Bali to off-grid eco-retreats in Costa Rica, we connect you with spaces designed to elevate your offering.