In a world that often feels fast-paced and demanding, there is a growing need for holistic healing retreats that offer a sanctuary for your BODY, MIND & SOUL. These retreats incorporate a range of holistic therapies, such as massage, acupuncture, and energy healing, along with meditation and mindfulness practices to promote mental and emotional well-being.
Background
BMS-Centre (Body-Mind & Soul Centre) is a truly unique holistic clinic with a mission dedicated to offering rapid and personalized approaches to healing. This involves years of extensive study across various domains related to the body, mind, and soul. Danijela Andric Casson’s goal as a holistic practitioner has been to harmoniously blend Western and Eastern medicine, and she has achieved exceptional results since 2012. This journey has led her to the development of innovative healing methods, where she never loses sight of the three elements, no matter what she is balancing, harmonizing, or activating for self-healing.
This retreat is designed for…
• Those dealing with stress and burnout from a fast-paced lifestyle.
• Individuals seeking emotional and mental balance.
• People navigating life transitions or seeking personal growth.
• Those with specific health challenges, chronic conditions, or pain.
• Anyone in need of relaxation, renewal, and self-care.
Benefits
Our holistic healing retreat provides a unique opportunity to achieve overall well-being. We aim to balance not just your physical health but also emotional, mental, and spiritual wellness with following key benefits:
Comprehensive Healing: Holistic retreats address the whole person, acknowledging the interconnectedness of body, mind and soul. This comprehensive approach fosters profound healing.
Stress Reduction: These retreats offer techniques and practices to manage stress and promote relaxation, leading to a calmer and more centered life.
Enhanced Mental Clarity: By focusing on mental and emotional health, holistic retreats help participants gain mental clarity, improve concentration, and achieve a greater sense of purpose.
Healthy Lifestyle: Retreats often emphasize mindful eating, exercise, and sleep, encouraging the adoption of a healthier and more balanced lifestyle.
Emotional Resilience: Techniques such as meditation, mindfulness, and energy work equip participants with tools to manage their emotions, enhancing emotional resilience.
Our Retreat Activities and our Hotel the Relais & Chateaux Meneghetti 5*
Meet our highly educated and experienced Team on location
Welcome to our esteemed retreat, where a dynamic and highly educated team awaits to guide you on a transformative journey to holistic well-being. Our expert team is a harmonious blend of accomplished professionals, each dedicated to enhancing your experience through their specialized skills. Comprising skilled acupuncture and acupressure therapists, insightful kinesiologists, knowledgeable nutritionists, adept yoga instructors, serene meditation guides, adept sound healing masters, and proficient breath-work therapists, we are committed to providing a comprehensive approach to your health and rejuvenation. Additionally, our team boasts professional massage therapists and seasoned reflexologists, ensuring that every aspect of your wellness is meticulously addressed. Join us in embracing a holistic path to wellness, where our team’s collective expertise nurtures your body, mind & soul.
Danijela Andric Casson
Holistic Practitioner
Danijela has a Master Degree in AP-Kinesiology, Psychology, a Bachelor in Nutrition, she is also a certified Prana & Chakra Healer & Sound Healer and her own practice in Dubai, Croatia and soon in London. Danijela speaks fluently English, German and Croatian.
Ana Kalaš
Yoga & Breath-work Teacher
Ana is specializes in Ashtanga, Hatha, and Kundalini Yoga, since 20 years. Her various meditation techniques and integrative breath therapy, leading her to achieve first place in free-diving in Croatia in 2001. Ana’s teachings calming the mind, releasing physical blockages, and cleansing the body. Proficient in English, Croatian, and German,
Diana Selnau
Yoga, Meditation & Sound-Healer
Diana’s classes, rooted in Vinyasa, Ashtanga, and Hatha Yoga, aim to inspire mindfulness and self-discovery. Proficient in German, English, and Spanish, she seamlessly integrates expertise in Pranayama, Meditation, and Sound Bowl Therapy for a comprehensive Yoga experience.
Marica Welsh
Head of Meneghetti SPA & Senior Massage Therapist
Meet Marica Welsch, an accomplished spa massage therapist with a global presence. Having worked in top wellness destinations across the UK, USA, Bali, Thailand, and Dubai, Marica brings her international expertise to elevate the spa experience at Menegehtti Hotel.
Neno Salkič
Chef de cuisine at Meneghetti
Experience the culinary magic of the chef at Meneghetti, who, in collaboration with Danijela, has crafted a menu tailored to the blood group diet. The result is a dining experience that leaves you feeling light, nourished, and satiated for an extended period. Enjoy a delightful fusion of flavor and well-being like walking on clouds after every meal.
Helena Markotič
Tour Guide on location
Discover Istria with our experienced and charming tour guide. Her wealth of knowledge brings history and culture to life, while her warm demeanor ensures an engaging and delightful exploration. Get ready for an unforgettable journey led by a guide who turns every moment into a special memory.
Holistic Healing Retreat Programme 20.-25. April 2024
Heal & Rejuvenate your Body, Mind & Soul at our Holistic Healing Retreat in Istra, Croatia
Programme
Day 1 – 20.04.2024
If you are arriving from Dubai with EK 135 you will land at
13:15 in Venice Marko Polo Airport
14:00 VIP Transfer Venice Airport to the hotel
18:30 Welcome Circle & Dinner
20:30 Sound Healing Session
Day 2 – 21.04.2024
07:30 – 09:00 Yoga & Breath-work
09:00 – 10:00 Breakfast
10:30 – 12:00 Each participant receives their first therapy session tailored to their needs, which we determine together in advance to activate self-healing forces for the subsequent days.
12:00 – 14:00 Refresh & Lunch at your leisure
14:00 – 15:30 Inner Child Meditation leading into Sound Healing Therapy
15:30-21:00 Excursion to one of the most beautiful cities in Croatia – to Rovinj & Dinner
Optional: For those who don’t want to attend to the excursion we offer Yoga, Breath-work classes and Reflexology Massages.
21:30 – 22:00 Moon Meditation
Day 3 – 22.04.2024
07:30 – 09:00 Conscious, Loving Kindness Meditation & Movement (deep stretching)
09:00 – 10:00 Breakfast
10:30 – 12:30 In Kundalini Yoga, we open and cleanse our chakras to facilitate a full energy flow. You will also learn powerful acupressure points to enhance energy and ease your daily life.
12:30 – 17:00 Refresh & Lunch at your leisure
13:00 – 17:00 Individual Sessions bookable upon request: Chakra-Balance, Prana-Healing, Kinesiology or Mind Coaching
17:00 – 19:45 Forest walk to the dinner location, Dinner and walk back to the hotel
20:00 – 21:00 Sound Healing Session
Day 4 – 23.04.2024
07:30 – 09:00 Yoga & Breath-work
09:00 – 10:00 Breakfast
10:30 – 12:00 Workshop about Anti-inflammatory Food. How to detoxify your body. Learn everything how you can prevent anti-aging through food and supplements and which food boosts energy and your immunity to enhance wellbeing & vitality.
12:00 – 15:00 Refresh & Lunch at your leisure
13:00 – 16:00 Individual Sessions bookable upon request: Chakra-Balance, Prana-Healing, Kinesiology, Mind Coaching, Massages
17:30 – 20:00 Small Bike-Tour to our romantic dinner location
20:00 – 21:00 Sound Healing Session
Day 5 – 24.04.2024
07:30 – 09:00 Yoga, Breath-work, Meditation
09:00 – 10:00 Breakfast
10:30 – 12:00 Mind-Workshop, fostering mental clarity, improved focus, and enhanced problem-solving skills and increase concentration.
12:00 – 15:00 Free time & Lunch at your leisure
15:00 – 19:00 Guided Delphine-Boat-Tour incl. Sun-Set-Drinks and Food
19:00 – 19:45 Yoga or Sound-Healing Session
20:00 – 22:00 Closing Ceremony (Aperitif with small Snacks & Feedbacks)
Day 6 – 25.04.2024
07:30 – 08:30 Breath-work & Yoga
08:30 – 09:15 Farewell Breakfast and Check-out
09:30-12:15 VIP Transfer to the Venice airport
15:35 – 23:20 Take off VCE – DXB with EK 136
Investment for your well-being & health
To secure the pricing, 8 participants are required
6 Days & 5 Nights in a one bedroom residence Villa with terrace & garden, single use € 5.650.– | double-use € 4.550.- includes:
- VIP-Transfer from/to Venice airport
- All excursions, Dolphine-Boat-Tour, guided sightseeing tour in Rovinj, incl. VIP transfers
- All activities and workshops incl. equipments, 1 Touch for HealthTreatment & 60 min. Deep-Tissue-Massage
- Accommodation, Breakfast, Lunch and Dinners incl. Soft-Drinks
- 30-minute follow-up zoom-consultation within 21 days after retreat.
Additional Costs: All visa fees (Croatia is an EU member state and belongs to Schengen), travel costs to and from your home destination to Venice. Expenses outside the program and single-private-session(s) during the retreat with the requested therapist or Yogi.
The answers you seek never come when the mind is busy, they come when the mind is still.
– Leon Brown
The most beautiful insights of Istria
Rovinj
A pearl at the Adria
The picturesque old town rises on a peninsula and bears witness to past centuries and the diligence of local masters. The limited space has resulted in dense development with tall and narrow houses, narrow streets and small squares. A special feature of Rovinj are the numerous characteristic chimneys. In 1963 Rovinj was declared a cultural monument.
Pula
Croatian Coloseum
It is known for its multitude of ancient Roman buildings, the most famous of which is the Pula Arena, one of the best preserved Roman amphitheaters. The city has a long tradition of wine making, fishing, shipbuilding, and tourism. Pula is the main capital of Istra and the biggest city of this rich peninsula in the north of Croatia.
Motovun
Truffle Region in Istra
Motovun is known as peaceful and relaxing village Numerous beautiful hiking and cycling trails lead through the Mirna Valley through the beautiful hilly landscape of Istria. Gourmets, foodies and wine lovers will take the small town of Motovun to their hearts, as it is home to numerous winegrowers, olive oil producers & the largest truffle area in Croatia.