Escape to a New Zealand Retreat
Women’s retreats with a difference
Weekend Escape Retreats-NZ
MISSION & VISION
Are YOU dreaming of travel or a life change?
MISSION: Our aim to you
Many women find themselves with the following issues.
- Don’t know where to start in your travel plans?
- Nervous about travelling alone?
- No friends that can commit to traveling with you?
- Your partner just doesn’t have the travel bug?
- Tired of living vicariously through travel bloggers and IG feeds?
- Time for a change and a much-needed break?
- Tired of not “fitting in” to an age bracket?
- Want a new wanderlust women tribe?
You know what? That’s okay you are not alone and I can help you with your journey.
You also don’t have to be single to join us, just have a passion for travel, an open mind and we will take care of the rest.
Welcome to Wanderlust Solo Women Tours.
Empowering women to build confidence and friendships through travel.
Founded here in New Zealand by Gina, because she wanted to share her passion for travel, meeting people and self-empowerment..
After travelling the world solo later in life, Gina knew how this changed her, by building her confidence and developing life long friendships. She noticed how some women wanted to travel but just didn’t know where to start, either because they had no one to travel with or just lacked the confidence to do so, and that’s where WANDERLUST SOLO WOMEN TOURS was born.
Empowering Women through travel: this can be a life changing experience for some. Getting out of your comfort zone, testing boundaries, reconnecting with self and just having time to be the TRUE YOU!
Authentic, boutique travel.
Fun, flexible, bespoke small group women’s tours and retreats.
We aim to assist you to expand your horizons, build your confidence, and form enduring friendships, while having a fabulous time doing so! Women from of all walks of life are warmly welcomed and encouraged to join our tours and retreats while enjoying taking time out for themselves.
Take the road less travelled with us and travel like a local, not a tourist!
You’ll enjoy beautiful sights whilst tasting delicious locally produced food and discovering some great secrets only the locals know. We incorporate all things good, with fun and engaging activities, cultural connection, yoga and meditation, a little bit of pampering, as well as optional extras with plenty of laughs along the way. Where possible we also support a “give back to the community day” with emphasis on Environmental and Social projects.
There is something for everyone! Treating your Mind, Body and Soul.
Our intimate, small groups allow for strong friendships and genuine connections to be made as well as allowing for flexibility.
Come and relax in Rarotonga, bliss out in Bali, reconnect in the Coromandel, NZ and Beyond!
My journey
Kia ora, I’m Gina – the founder of Wanderlust Solo Tours.
I am passionate about ensuring my tours and retreats are a balance of activities and relaxation, while building connections, new friendships and making sure you have a good laugh along the way!
How it all began:
I was nearly 40. Yes, 40 years old. Where did the time go? Wasn’t I supposed to have figured it all out by now?
I had a house, I had a job, I had my own business, yet I wasn’t happy or fulfilled. I felt the lack of what I “should” have in my life.
Then it all changed over night. A bad long term relationship breakdown left me reassessing everything, wondering why I had all the material things yet felt so empty.
I had worked hard and made sacrifices. I had the dream house and a good business, but a huge mountain of debt after the separation and a lot of unresolved emotions.
This left me craving for more. READ MORE ABOUT ME AND HOW TRAVEL HELPED ME CHANGE MY LIFE.
On retreat in Bali we get to do all sorts of activities, like E-Biking through the rice terraces.
It’s a great way to explore and see things from a different perspective, plus it’s loads of fun!
But, you are just as welcome to sit back and chill by your pool. There is no pressure to attend every activity (though it is warmly encouraged).
This is YOUR retreat.
Come join us in Bali in 2024, more info in the bio or reach out to me with any questions.
#travelforthesoul #wanderlust #baliadventure
What is a highlight memory from one of your holidays?
Our Baby Turtle release while on retreat in Bali is definitely one of the highlights for many people.
And we were so fortunate on our last visit to actually be present during a hatching. That was an unforgettable experience!
Memories like that stay with you and are worth more than anything you could buy.
#turtlelove #turtleconservation #magicmemories
WANDERLUST~what does it mean to you?
"Wanderlust is a strong desire to wander or travel and explore the world.
Wanderlust may reflect an intense urge for self-development by experiencing the unknown, confronting unforeseen challenges, getting to know unfamiliar cultures, ways of life and behaviours or may be driven by the desire to escape.”
#wanderlust #travelforthesoul
Our experiences on retreat are more than just going to do another activity, there is always a deeper meaning to what that experience can give you.
Like our group cooking class.
Eating and cooking together has lots of benefits.
Food brings people together, and an opportunity to share with each other, which builds trust.
Food invites people to gather and allows us to bond with each other.
It is an amazing ice-breaker and a way to communicate and share your day’s adventures and listen to others, plus get to know one another.
Can you remember a fabulous and memorable meal you’ve had in the past?
#cookingclass #balinesefood #comingtogether
When was the last time you sent a postcard?
I found all the ones I had sent to my Mother on all my travels, and it brought back wonderful memories, plus knowing she kept them all as treasures.
Go send yourself a postcard. Put on it a reminder to yourself, a favourite quote, or anything that has a special meaning.
Then randomly post it to yourself.
Maybe one better and send one to a friend as a lovely surprise! #postcard
OUR VALUES
Having a authentic, genuine personal experience is an integral part of WSWT ethos, as such we put emphasis on these values:
✔️Fun
You having a fun and engaging experience is our priority. Bring out that inner child and enjoy a lot of laughs along the way.
✔️Balance
It is very important you have a balance of activities and down-time. Where you get to engage but also recharge your batteries
✔️Connection
Our retreats are designed for you to connect with yourself and the stunning environment around you.
✔️Belonging
Belonging is a very important part of our retreats, where you feel safe, included, supported and part of a magic community.
You are more than just a number or another booking. You are part of the WSWT community. Where encouragement and support go hand in hand with having lots of laughs and fun!
#womensretreat #womenstour #womenstravel #youarespecial
H A P P I N E S S
“Happiness is that feeling that comes over you when you know life is good and you can`t help but smile.”
I love seeing the smiles of the guests on retreat.
But not only is it great to see it’s also good for your health!
“Happiness lowers your risk for cardiovascular disease, lowers your blood pressure, enables better sleep, improves your diet, allows you to maintain a normal body weight through regular exercise and reduces stress.”
So come and share your smiles with us. #dowhatmakesyouhappy
While on retreat in Bali we go to the @pyramidsofchi to a sound healing bath, where different sounds wash over you and give each person a very unique individual experience.
We are often also welcome by Peter, who along with his wife Lynn founded the project. Their story is truely inspirational.
What is sound healing?
The rhythm beats and vibrations of the gongs, drums, and Didgeridoo in combination with the scent of the sandalwood and peaceful atmosphere in the Pyramids of Chi reduce ‘beta-wave’ brain waves that dominate aroused conscious thought and increase the intensity of ‘theta-waves’ within the brain, which introduces deep relaxation and increased awareness of inner-self.
What are the benefits?
This is a demonstrable fact, and there has been much research into the benefits of meditation on blood pressure and other stress related conditions. It has also been claimed by various authorities that 20 minutes in a ‘Theta state’ can be equivalent to 3 – 5 hours normal sleep in rejuvenating the body.
Come give it a try and experience it with us.
#soundhealing #soundbath #pyramidsofchi #trysomethingnew
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