For starters, the location and the food were top notch! The yoga and activities were perfectly timed and spaced out, leaving time to relax in between.
This retreat exceeded my expectations. I left feeling optimistic and refreshed. I look forward to next year.

I just loved everything about this retreat. I would have to say that the women were the most enjoyable! Connecting at a deeper level with others is where I thrive the most. I cannot think of one thing I would change about this retreat! Jeni has a way of including everyone that makes you feel like you are the most important person in the room!

Thank you for the wonderful retreat! Loved everyone. The schedule, the check-in, the activities and the lovely ladies all worked so well! I love the organization of this retreat and the thought that goes into the planning and implementation of this weekend.

The pace of the activities was perfect and well balanced with down time. I enjoyed everything but was most surprised by how much I enjoyed the neurographic drawing. It helped me to see a way for me to make art when I don’t think of myself as artistic. I’m truly grateful for learning about this.

Loved the instructors! All of you have such a firm hold on your teaching but with lots of breathing room to flow with the energy too. The variety of classes was unique and i enjoyed trying things that brought out our creative and playful sides. The facility, food, setting (breathtaking), were all A-plus. And it’s all relatively close to Seattle and Tacoma! Loved everything! I only wish it was a day longer.

A really fun, relaxing weekend! I loved the art project, the drum circle, the yoga, the food and the community. Thank you for creating such a wonderful weekend getaway!

What a wonderful opportunity to connect with old friends and make some new ones. Jeni thinks of everything and the retreat was wonderful!

This is my first “Jeni” trip. (I loved how everyone who had been on a previous trip with Jeni’s Global Yoga Trips calls each a “Jeni” trip.) It was such a wonderful experience from opening circle through the hugs we gave each other at the end of the week. The meals at the Quinta Bonita villa did not disappoint! Our hiking guides were great: down to earth and helped wherever and whenever they could. I experienced, as everyone else on Jeni trips has, that Jeni and Rocky are incredibly attentive hosts. When I expressed that this trip was in celebration of a milestone birthday, I was greeted with a chef-made chocolate and espresso birthday cake! And the entire group loved the cake as much as I did. The down side of this trip was leaving. I hated saying “goodbye” to everyone. And Jeni gives the absolute best hugs.

Robert and I had a fabulous trip. Jeni and Rocky were awesome hosts. We celebrated our 48th wedding anniversary with the whole group on this retreat. The accommodations were spectacular, as was the food, and the staff. We were treated like royalty. The hikes were gorgeous and the 2 guides were spectacular, very knowledgeable, and approachable. Looking forward to many more Jeni retreats. Highly recommend.

I highly recommend Jeni’s Global Yoga Trips! My fellow travelers were incredibly encouraging and kind throughout the entire journey. While the hikes were personally challenging for me, the breathtaking Portuguese landscapes and stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean made every bit of effort worth it. The wonderful food at Quinta Bonita was an absolute highlight of the experience as well.

I loved meeting new people; learning about this area of Portugal; food and venue (of course); and the flexibility of scheduling daily activities.

This was a great retreat because I was encouraged to ask for help when I needed it . As I shared with my grandson, “Nonna did it!

I liked the schedule: all I had to do was get up and show up! The food was great. The yoga was perfect! The retreat center was fabulous!

Thank you Jeni, and Rocky too, for such an amazing week in North Devon with Global Yoga Trips.

The hiking with guides Emily and John showed us all the beautiful landscape in that area from moors to rugged coastlines.

The morning yoga prepped us for the hikes and the afternoon yoga restored us all, set in an amazing tranquil setting. Thank you Jeni and Clara!

Accommodations were great and chef Dan’s amazing food creations kept us all fueled from breakfast to dinner and the amazing afternoon treats that awaited us after the hikes. Still dreaming of all that good food.

Then the group was extraordinary!!! So much laughing, stories, smiles!!! We were all sad to say goodbye.

A fun week with a great group of people exploring the Southwest coastal path. Beautiful terrain and every day different. Even though it was a fair amount of hiking, I’m sure I gained weight from all that incredible food.

The hiking was spectacular! From the tranquil moors and the magical forests, to the wondrous views of the Bristol Channel, every step was a hiker’s dream. And then to end the day with Chef Dan’s delectable meals made each day perfect. I’m convinced that there are no better people than hiking yogis so the comradery built over the week just added to the fun and joy.

This wonderful trip will hold a special place in my heart forever! The setting, the scenery and the people made it a perfect retreat from the ‘outside’ world.

Thank you, Jeni, for planning this great adventure. The retreat itself was flawless.
Thank you for going above and beyond to make the retreat an excellent experience.

Excellent planning and great choice of facilities and support staff. Great execution on so many moving parts

The hikes were awesome! Seeing different views-coastline, forest, water features, great guides. Loved the sauna/cold shower after hikes- felt so much better the next day!

The yoga sessions were great before and after the hikes for prepping, stretching, relaxing.

It was a real pleasure to have a group of people who got along and made the retreat enjoyable, and Emily was an excellent energetic & joyful hiking guide. Thanks, Jeni & Rocky, for another wonderful hike/yoga retreat!!!

I really enjoyed the hiking and beauty of North Devon. It was really, really great! Wonderful group- not a whiner in the bunch. Well planned, plenty of food and drink. Another winner, Jeni!

I really enjoyed the chemistry of the group together with the unique scenery and the treks through the area. We got to experience the people, the food and the nature of North Devon which was amazingly impactful in all the good ways. It was an experience I won’t forget. I loved it!

The North Devon hiking and Yoga trip was exactly what I needed to unplug, quiet my mind and move my body.

The region, the people, and the setting were all perfect. The people drawn to the experience turned out to be fabulous human beings with great attitudes, and the group gelled into a cohesive and hilarious whole as the week progressed. Oh, and I enjoyed the Yoga too!

Meeting other like-minded people with similar interests was a joy. I enjoyed the organization and the schedule. There was a good balance for me of down time and activity/social time.

The style of the retreat did feel like a real “retreat” for me from the stresses at home and in our country. I truly relaxed and felt an ease to breathe more freely and have a renewed attitude towards being hopeful.

Now that we are back home and are over jet lag Tim and I would rate our trip to England, Scotland and Wales as one of our best travel experiences. This is in large part thanks to our time with Jeni’s Global Yoga Trips in North Devon.

The whole experience was magical from hiking the spectacular moors and cliffs to the tasty food. Our local guides were the best. The camaraderie of our fellow travelers elevated the experience to another level.

Jeni’s yoga retreats seem to attract special people. Thank you Jeni and Rocky for the wonderful week of memories.

It is impossible to pick one thing I enjoyed most. I loved everythning about the retreat! I enjoyed the varied and interesting daily activities that inluded a bit of down time each afternoon, the incredible attention to detail to ensure everything went smoothly (it did!), and the beautiful resort with its amazing staff, just to name a few. I also very much appreciate that my dietary restrictions were so enthusiastically accommodated:) This was my first time traveling with Global Yoga Trips, but it won’t be my last!

Elephant sanctuary was probably #1 highlight. Accommodations were great. All the cultural information was helpful to put the various sites into perspective. Arranged transport to/from airport was nice – one less thing to deal with. 

I really enjoyed the variety of activities that gave us a window into life, past and present, in Cambodia; The Lotus Farm and it’s effort to help women in Cambodia have more financial independence; of course the Elephant Sanctuary (the experience I was looking forward to the most) did not disappoint and I truly appreciate how Cambodian groups are working to give these magnificent creatures a safe way to spend their remaining years. I thought you nailed the balance of activity time and rest given the climate. Having time off at the highest heat of the day was welcome.

We had a wonderful cultural experience, enjoying an introduction to SE Asia along with a special group of people. Clearly Jeni took care to plan all the details and helped all of us to have a meaningful and memorable time. Thank you Jeni and Rocky!

I thought it was a great trip and very well planned as usual! A WONDERFUL experience Jeni!! You and Rocky are awesome at facilitating top notch travel adventures! Resort was nice and staff were fantastic. Day trips were varied and enriching. Thank you for creating such beautiful memories Jeni!

I loved the variety of excursions, seeing all the initiatives to improve people’s lives, learning about a culture I knew very little about, reconnecting with friends from previous trips and meeting new ones. And of course, feeding the elephants. I love traveling with Jeni and Rocky and seeing places I wouldn’t have seen otherwise.

The myriad of excursions and immersion into the culture was my favorite part of the retreat. Everything was so perfect from accommodations at Navutu, the consistently good food, the time spent on the mat, the medley of excursions that allowed us to understand the people of Cambodia. Sarak was a fantastic guide. His ability to share stories with such fascination and passion was a treat. It really is true that a “guide” can make or break a trip.

I have now completed two amazing trips with Jeni’s Global Yoga Trips, to Greece and Cambodia. Both were fabulous. The combination of beautiful, luxurious accommodations, with amazing staff, and a great variety of well-planned activities make Jeni’s trips very special. And the options of yoga stretching in the morning and restorative yoga in the late afternoon are a big bonus.

Jeni made absolutely every aspect of our trip perfect! She took us to the most amazing off the beaten track locations. I will forever be grateful for this experience.

I enjoyed the people of our group and of Cambodia; learning more about their history and their traditions. Thank you for your attention to every comfort, while also prioritizing sustainability. I appreciate traveling with this mindset

 I think you have a magic wand for your retreats…number 7 now. Another one added to my pile of your retreats that I cannot choose the best or even rank them.

Great group at a lovely place with truly caring staff. It felt like “home” when home doesn’t feel like home.

Jeni, I am so sorry but I can’t think of anything that didn’t work. You curate the trips so well. Loved it all. Everything integrated so well, the yoga, free time, and the sights.

Loved the retreat Kintsugi & Yoga with Restorative and Thai touch this past weekend. I’ve been to Sacred Waters formerly Harmony Hill numerous times since 2008. This weekend had the right number of participants, yoga practices, and space to completely feel relaxed and refreshed. The theme of Kintsugi was amazing. Liz guided us to work with broken things and making them into something new. It was something new to us all and yet familiar. I felt there were times in my life I felt broken or lost and over time put myself back together and found a return to a new version of me. We all held space for one another. We were all in different seasons of being. That was special. I’m so grateful to have met each attendee. At first you felt somewhat like strangers and by the end, we were fellow travelers on life’s journey; we created new relationships and memories. Thank you, Jeni, Sandi, and Liz. Hope you offer this again

I loved that ‘Everything is optional’…It was nice to have a little down time to walk or chat with someone, or get a massage.. The food, as always, was yummy! It was wonderful to see two sisters get along so well! What a great duo you two make!

I love the proximity to home, I love the vibe of Sacred Waters, I love the food, I loved that we had a “contemplative craft” in addition to the yoga. I enjoy meeting new women and connecting with old friends. A perfect launch to the TG week of festivities. I am one big full heart.

My favorite part was of course, the safari! Jeni did a fabulous job of organizing the entire trip. Not having to worry about details made my experience so enjoyable!
I am so grateful that I was given the opportunity to take this trip. I want to say it was a once-in-a-lifetime experience, but now I want to go again! Thank you for making the whole trip fantastic!

The destination was fabulous with a mix of city activities, excursions and safari. All so different! I learned so much about the animals, environment and culture! It was an unbelievable adventure!!

This adventure was a once in a lifetime adventure for us. Exceptionally well organized and we were very fortunate to see such a variety of wildlife. Our guides/trackers were over the moon! The food was exceptional!  We are full of gratitude that we were a part of this adventure! 

I enjoyed experiencing a new culture and the people I was traveling with. And the yoga and poetry, and caring that was always present, within and without our group.

The safari was my favorite part of the retreat. I never imagined that we would see so many animals and see them so close. The accommodations and food were awesome and I always love getting to know all the retreats attendees.

This was my first retreat with Global Yoga Trips and found things extremely well organized with thought and intention behind every yoga class, tour and activity. Each day held something new to discover from truffle hunting, to cooking class. to meals, and walks to neighboring towns. Everything was A+. And the people – loved making new friends. Like I said at the end of the retreat, not a dud in the bunch!

Jeni, thank you for such a wonderful retreat in Tuscany. I love how you make everything so easy and seamless—every detail is thoughtfully planned. You always manage to find the most unique spots and fun excursions that make the experience feel so special. We had such a great time with both old friends and new, and the connections we made are what I’ll remember most. The yoga was a beautiful way to start the day, but what truly stood out was the laughter, the adventures, and the sense of community you created.

I really enjoyed the interaction with the truffle hunter & his dogs and then to bring it into the cooking class. I especially enjoyed the lunch at the “hidden” restaurant on Saturday and then the farm to table dinner with the opera. Also, I enjoyed getting to know the other travelers through our activities, too.

I loved the organized events-the truffle hunt, cooking class, opera dinner and the beautiful Tuscan walk to lunch. It was nice to have a pool available on those hot sticky days and gave us something else to do during the down times. Thanks again for another wonderful retreat! 

I truly appreciated the thoughtfully planned daily itinerary of activities. It made my vacation effortless, allowing me to fully enjoy the experience without worrying about what to do or how to arrange excursions. A standout moment was the farm-to-table lunch paired with the pasta-making class, which was both enjoyable and memorable. The owner and chef took great pride in their craft and fostered an exceptionally warm and welcoming atmosphere. It was such a special experience that I could have happily spent the entire day there!

I most enjoyed group activities and planned events. Having daily downtime was great to catch up with family and friends or napping. Overall, it was a great experience and I was happy to spend this time in Toscana with enthusiastic food and wine connoisseurs! It was also great getting to know new people. I have lifelong friendships built from my time at Jeni’s Global Yoga retreats!

Schedule was very balanced with creative activities, group time, restorative sessions and free time and the food was top-notch, completely enjoyed the entire experience!

From start to finish this retreat was so lovely. Jeni and Sandi created such a beautiful container for everyone to “come as you are, and fill your cup with whatever you need.” I would recommend any of the retreats put on by Jeni’s Global Yoga Trips, she is a great planner, researcher and presenter for a great experience wherever you are!

The retreat was wonderful, and it felt good to share a sacred healing space with such a powerful group of women. Delicious food, a variety of yoga classes and activities to suit various interests. Global yoga trips is always an excellent adventure and healing at the same time

Loved the retreat. The perfect balance of scheduled time and options to take time alone coupled with the wonderful setting, great people and excellent, healthy foods.

The Fairytale in France Retreat was truly exceptional in every way! The accommodations were more than I expected. I felt like royalty. The food was also exceptional. Every meal was a culinary feast. The yoga instruction provided was also perfection. I love Jeni’s style of teaching and felt the classes offered were very appropriate to a relaxing retreat and accommodated all skill levels. The excursions were also well planned and fun. I felt like it was a perfect balance of sight-seeing, yoga, and down time. I can’t imagine how this could have been orchestrated better.         

I will never forget it. 

I did not know what to expect. The entire trip far exceeded my expectations. Wonderful people. Wonderful accommodations. Wonderful food. Wonderful activities. Lovely hosts. Great transportation. Jeni, you have found your calling. You put together a fantastic adventure. Kudos to your assistant as well. Keep the travel groups small. Much more intimate and personal. I met some lovely people. Great conversations.

This trip was fabulous – so many great experiences! I enjoyed the yoga practice. The chateau was beautiful – meals were good, the views were fabulous. The castle owners, Harriet and her parents, Debra and Paul, were warm and welcoming. There were lots of highlights from this trip but I think the unexpected costume event was the best! The cooking class was fun. I enjoyed the people on the retreat. I felt like we really got to know each other and that added to the experience.

I cannot think of anything for improvement. Each retreat is unique because you do such a masterful job of curating unusual experiences, and I think the quality of the people who attend is remarkable. I loved Italy, but this was totally different. I needed a reminder of how skilled your teaching is – my knee appreciated it. Well, I signed up for two more retreats so I guess that means something!

I recently attended Jeni’s hiking and yoga retreat in the Algarve, Portugal. This was my first solo trip and I’m so glad I went. Our accommodations at Quinta Bonita were excellent, the staff was wonderful and the food, delicious. Our guided hikes through mountains and beaches were so enjoyable with some of the most beautiful scenery I have seen. A boat outing to the Grotto was also a highlight. Yoga was offered twice a day for those who wished to participate. Jeni and Rocky take care of every detail and make you feel very welcome. I met some wonderful people and look forward to my next adventure with Jeni’s Global Yoga Trips.

My husband Gary and I had a terrific time. Casa Bonita was beautiful and the food was outstanding. Our guides were very informative and led us on absolutely stunning hikes.

Susan and I loved the hiking, the beautiful scenery of the Algarve, the pampered treatment of Quinta Bonita , the adept guidance of our hiking guides TJ and Andre, and the ever-steady organizer couple Jeni & Rocky . All in all, the experience was unforgettable! Portugal will live in our hearts for a long, long time. Thanks so much!

Villa was amazing, yoga was perfect, food was delicious, boat excursion was a blast and the hiking was excitingly challenging.

I loved exploring a new place in the world with a group of fun and like- minded people who also love nature and health, wellness. I appreciated the trail accommodations and options for early-outs when we were tired. Also, appreciated the meal/GF accommodations. The free time to activity time seemed like a good balance. Thank you for putting together such a great experience (again)!!!

Location – fantastic! Favorite activities – MS Cristina, kayaking, dinner at Rachi’s,  4×4, food was outstanding! Every yoga class was excellent. 

The beautiful setting, yoga classes and jeep tour. Everything from the time we arrived was so well planned and enjoyable. The mix between down time and activities was perfect. We wouldn’t change anything. Excellent job Jeni and Rocky!

The resort was beautiful, rooms well-appointed, food delicious, and yoga shala fantastic! Organization by Jeni was excellent. It was a great balance of activities and down time. I always enjoy Rocky!

I had a wonderful time and enjoyed the activities and people.

I enjoyed the journey, the adventure into the unknown, to see a part of the world that had called to me, to find out if I was physically capable of walking 108+ km in a week. I always enjoy the company of both Jeni and Rocky, and the community that they inspire on their trips, especially the opening and closing circles with daily yoga to bring us fellow travelers together.

It was a fantastic and well organized trip. Enjoyed all of it and all of the people we shared the journey with. The accommodations were top notch and there was a great variety of food. The guides were amazing! Thank you so much! You and Rocky are the best team ever!

Great trip, wonderful stays, super fun group and leaders and relaxing yoga. A little wet weather, but better than too hot. A great way to do the Camino.

The community that Jeni fostered was invaluable; it turned a thoughtful itinerary into an unforgettable experience

I loved having everything figured out. There was nothing we had to do but show up! Honestly Jeni, I can’t think of anything that could be improved. It was seamless.

I really enjoyed the people and the food. Lodging and the guides were nice too.

I recently participated in the Puglia Italy Walking and Yoga Retreat and had one of the best times of my life! My fellow travelers were gracious, warm and welcoming. Jeni & Rocky, our hosts, ensured that all guests were looked after and well taken care of. Based in the beautiful  boutique hotel Masseria Salamina in Fasano, we ate wonderful food, and had extraordinary adventures visiting picturesque and historic Italian towns of Alberobello, Matera, Ostuni, and Monopoli. Activities were fun, thoughtful and engaging, including illuminating morning walks, making fresh pasta and focaccia (a first time for me!), listening and dancing to traditional Italian music and learning about and participating in olive oil and wine tastings. Though a yoga novice, I greatly enjoyed and was inspired by the yoga sessions I attended. If you’re looking for a unique and fun vacation experience, you would do well to check out Jeni’s Global Yoga Trips. I know that I will be returning to experience more!

Having a home base at the beautiful Masseria and day trips from there allowed me to feel settled/rested (not constantly repacking) while experiencing a lot of area variety. Loved the local guides and the selected outings, including historical sites as well as local businesses representative of the culture. Beautiful walks, esp the Aquadetto. Off the beaten path. Yoga, yay! Jeni and Rocky are so generous and welcoming and attract such lovely co-travelers!” 

I am grateful for the wonderful experience. It was a privilege to visit an area that’s been on my list with a small group of like-minded people who enjoyed all we did. Your planning efforts definitely show! I will be looking at the future schedule.

I really enjoyed the variety of things we did and the places that we went, both in nature and in the cities. I loved being able to have a full day of activities that were totally optional so I could do what I wanted with the group and rest when I needed to. Thank you for the wonderful trip 🙂

The week in Puglia region of Italy with Global Yoga Trips was a time filled with great food, people, yoga, history of Italy, sights to behold and memories and friendships that will last a lifetime. We were treated like royalty and laughed a lot, even more than the daily dose of Gelato! I learned so much and grew as a person both physically and emotionally. I CAN climb a mountain and explore caves! So much filled into each day! Amazing lunches and dinners and even traditional Italian musicians and dancer!

Thank you Rocky and Jeni Martinez! Can’t wait for the next adventure!

Loved the people, the location, you guys, Clara, the guides, the breakfasts, the cappuccino and the delicious yellow tomatoes!

Another great experience with Jeni’s Global Yoga Trips!! Thank you for introducing us to the amazing country and culture of Japan Jeni! To be honest, we probably wouldn’t have made it there if you hadn’t decided to offer a trip. So glad we trusted in you and went for it!

A first class vacation like our previous adventure with Jeni and Rocky. What makes these tours appealing is the history and culture we get to learn about. Looking forward to future adventures with you!

The group dynamics were excellent. You both set a wonderful tone. Your experience shows! The yoga was excellent. Thank you for the readings. The rural and mountainous areas were a highlight. Soba making and Zazen added depth to our experience.

Doing yoga in the temple was great. The short walk there was the perfect way to warm up physically and mentally. The frequent visits made it feel like “my” temple versus the visits to more tourist focus temples/shrines. Meals and boxed lunches were great! Guide and hotel staff were great! View at the second ryokan was spectacular! I enjoyed just looking out the window!!  But what I really enjoyed most about the trip was the people! Somehow you always find a way to include the best people on your trips!!

Thank you, Jeni, and Rocky for all your planning and attention to detail and covering our every need/ question. You helped us to travel comfortably for our first time to Asia and Japan! It has been such a pleasure to experience new and unique places with you. Your joy and love for travel, language, culture and people makes us always want to come with you, from the first adventure in Asturias to this most recent to Japan.

Exceeded expectations! I am amazed we saw and experienced so much of what Japan has to offer in such a relatively short period of time. Great job of preparation!

I enjoyed all the activities! I enjoyed trusting your plans and (bonus!) they were all activities I wanted to do. I enjoyed the people we traveled with and the people we met. I enjoyed all the wildlife we were able to see! My thanks for putting together a trip that previously I had only dreamed of. Fantastic!

I enjoyed the full day of activities scheduled. I thought that the amount of free time including dinners was very appropriate. The trip was an active, educational, fun and extremely well-organized event. I give it an eleven out of ten.

Jeni and our guide Jose did a 1st class job planning our trip to the Galápagos. The group we traveled with were the best. Our accommodations, meals and daily trips all went off without a hitch. Jeni’s Global Yoga Trips made our vacation easy and very enjoyable. We’ll be back.

I had the honor of adventuring with Jeni to the Galápagos Islands. Prior to this, I had no group travel experience and was unsure if it would be a good “fit” for me. Jeni blew my concerns out of the water and exceeded my expectations in every possible way. The trip was a yogic balance of activity, food, education, free time and restful accommodations. 
I think Jeni has 3 super powers:*Creating a community out of a diverse group of good humans while facilitating individual interests.*Supporting local economies through her choices of guides, lodging and food.*Maintaining impeccable organization and timeliness during all phases of the trip. 

                                                             
In fact my experience was so rewarding I have already signed up for another trip! I have read the previous reviews and agree with all the wonderful comments. Jeni’s Global Yoga Trips are top notch.

I had a wonderful time and enjoyed learning about Portugal thru hiking!!

TJ provided a nice variety of hikes and educated us along the way. Yoga allowed me to recover nicely from each hike so I was loosened up, energized and good to go the next day.

The chef did a fabulous job!!

Jeni and Rocky make a great team and are the best yoga retreat leaders out there (and I have done many other yoga retreats!).

Thank you for ALL you do to provide such wonderful, heartwarming travel experiences.

I had a fabulous week of yoga sessions, food, and hikes. I enjoyed the terrains starting from easier to more difficult hikes. The views were breathtaking as we trekked into the wilderness while TJ took the time to explain the surrounding areas. The camp dinner was fantastic and a superb experience.

Great itinerary and yoga classes. Food was excellent.  Hiking was great and guide was excellent.

Loved the hikes and meals. Loved the activities planned, especially the yoga before and after the hikes.

Jeni and Rocky were the perfect hosts, always there to answer questions, and they were supportive and well organized.

I most enjoyed the people on the trip. The food was great and VERY accomodating!  TJ was a great hiking guide and I appreciated his approach to educate and share the area with us.

I enjoyed the food, hikes, yoga and fellow adventurers!

I loved the retreat’s location in Lefkada. The beauty of the island and its stunning waters made it an unforgettable experience. The Mimosa resort itself was also incredible, adding to the overall enjoyment of the retreat. Great accommodations! My favorite excursion was definitely the MS Christina cruise. It was a fabulous day and so wonderful to swim in the Ionian Sea.

Thank you for this retreat. Your attention to detail, ensuring everything goes well (like arriving early to ensure we got the best seats on the sailboat), all of the activity and restorative offerings, were beyond my expectations. We really truly enjoyed ourselves with a nice balance between rest and play. We had “fun” – something that had been missing from our lives for a while. I loved the group of people and how everyone meshed so well. I haven’t laughed like that for a long time. Thank you!!!

The location, Mimosa, was beautiful. Very much a first class location and facility. Food and outings were great. M/S Cristina and paddle boarding were my favorite (water) outings. I loved the pavilion for yoga.

Awesome week, spent in an awesome place with awesome people! Always such a pleasure to join one of Jeni’s retreats and have all the details laid out for you. Great for busy professionals who need a break and don’t have time for extensive planning.

I liked the fully curated vacation from dining to excursions. It is nice to not have to think about the details when in a foreign country.

Jeni’s Global Yoga Trip to Lefkada, Greece was spectacular! Thank you, Jeni, for your vision and attention to detail.

I loved this trip so much for its ease, community and activities that explored the area.

I was amazed at the beauty of Greece and I had a great time on the sailing excursion. My main goal was to get in that beautiful water, so… mission accomplished! And now I’m certified world traveler, kinda.

Retreat was outstanding! Obviously the Mimosa was beyond any expectations. Food was delicious. Daily adventures were well done, especially the sailing and Range Rover outings.

Loved every minute of this retreat. It was like coming home. The activities were varied and balanced. The food was amazing. New friendships were made and a wonderful community emerged from the beginning. The drum circle was so much fun. Harmony Hills is like home for me. A great yoga setting. Thanks Jeni and Sandi. 

Thanks for hosting the most wonderful, magical There’s No Place Like Home retreat.  What a gift to reconnect with you!  I felt as if the entire weekend was a Lotus flower unfolding and opening to my heart.

Beautiful views. Challenging hike. Garden labryinth. Excellent food. Down time for reading. And, in my opinion, time with the best yoga teacher ever!

One of the best weekends of my life.

Thank you!!

This retreat is a real treat for me, especially during this crazy time of selling our home and moving. Thank you for your planning and creativity!

I thought all of the hikes were FABULOUS- I have to say that was the highlight…but I also really appreciated the restorative yoga afterwards to bracket the day with a mind-body-spirit practice. This was a very well-planned combination of yoga and social activities that blended into a fabulous week-long experience. The staff at the hotel and the hiking guides were all very friendly and added a lot of good energy to the event…not to mention the amazing scenery and calm atmosphere of the venue. This week was a perfect combination of elements to refresh and recharge the soul. 

I loved the trip and thought it to be the best that I had ever been on. We had a wonderful time in Madrid, a wonderful time meeting everyone and a wonderful time hiking over hill and dale. Thank you for everything.

Very well organized…extremely friendly…very informative and went out of the way to make sure everyone got what they needed. I don’t think Jeni ever stops smiling. An incredibly positive light shines from her.

The Masseria – wow. The yoga. How hiking/walking balanced more traditional sightseeing. The central location, letting us see the regional highlights (especially Matera) without too much driving. The olive oil tour in addition to a wine tour. Loved the cooking class. The community feeling among everyone in the group – the most important thing and easy to take for granted because you do it so well.

What an awesome trip! Very well organized, amazing accommodations, wonderful group of people, unbelievable meals and trips to explore and learn the country, and of course yoga. Thank you so much for this beautiful gift of memories.

This trip was another GlobalYogaTrips which has become an annual ritual since saying YES!

Embracing that “YES!” took me first to the Galapagos in Sept 2018, then to Asturias, in northern Spain in Sept 2019. Then Wine and Poses in Bordeaux France 2021. And now in May 2023 spring flowers, so much food and wine and an average of walking 6 miles a day in Puglia, Italy – heel of the boot.  Above all that though is the treasured friendship with Jeni and Rocky who are both like wiser older siblings to me who I feel so blessed to know.

​This was a trip of a lifetime. I am still enjoying the memories of beautiful Asturias. I loved the location, retreat center, food, yoga, hikes and the overall organization of events.

Yoga with sunrise and sunset each day with Jeni and Sandi. Breath taking views. Well chosen hikes by two very knowledgeable and delightful guides, who chose hikes with our specific group in mind. Our hosts at the inn, Juan Carlos and Judy who provided wonderful meals from their garden along with joy and laughter. Evening massages …aaaahhhh. All organized by our fearless leader Jeni and her side kick, Rocky. Great retreat!

I enjoyed being in community, especially in the yoga studio, meeting new people, and the hikes. I found the hikes just perfect in length and really enjoyed the diverse selection of landscapes.

It was so much fun. I would love to go on another retreat. I loved the energy and how it’s off the beaten path. It really allows you to experience everything that is wonderful about the region.

​Everything from yoga and hikes in such a beautiful place, wonderful meals, facility, great staffs, and camaraderie with fellow attendees. The freedom of choices for activities given to us was also great.  Loved all the hiking we did, and the combination with yoga was so good to my body.

I loved interacting with the great people, and enjoying the peace and beauty of nature.
I especially enjoyed Jeni’s and Rocky’s commitment to our safety and comfort, and to our emotional and spiritual well-being.

I loved the glorious day on Aguille du Midi and the fabulous hike down followed by the train ride. Wow! The hiking! The yoga! The food! The friendships! The chalet! An all-encompassing wonderful good time. A real highlight was the gourmet meals tres bien! Thank you for the fabulous yoga experience in the mountains and the joy with which you teach it!

Chamonix is one of the most beautiful places I have seen. I really like the types of trips that you and Rocky put together. You guys are first class.

France 2022 was my first trip with Jeni. She has a great reputation, and I was excited to have the experience myself. Jeni’s pre-trip information, her travel stories and action-packed schedule helped me rev my engine. Her preparation, constant attention to detail, and continued checking-in with me (and others) made me feel very welcomed. I am ready to plan my next trip.

“Schedule flexibility exhibited by all involved as a response to weather, group and individual interests and the availability of massage therapists made the retreat exceptionally enjoyable. Everything was awesome!”

The entire week was well organized. Every day away from the Chateau was interesting and unique. Thank you for the wonderful experience!

The retreat exceeded my expectations, and it was the best trip I’ve ever taken.

Jeni’s energetic yet calm and welcoming personality allow participants in her retreats to fully enjoy their experience. She is able to fine tune each retreat to meet the needs of the participants to ensure a unique experience yet a sense of belonging for all. Jeni’s attention to every detail was truly appreciated.   

It was a memorable journey exploring new adventures during a worldwide pandemic but a reminder that the human spirit is resilient and prevails. I enjoyed every step of the way!  

I could not have asked for a better experience during my very first solo international trip. I may have traveled independently but in no way did I ever feel alone. Jeni and the team (Rocky, Mario, Judy, the guides, chefs and all!) thought of absolutely everything. I returned home with new friendships and lasting memories.

The Bordeaux Retreat was delightful. It was such a treat…enjoying the French countryside, eating wonderful food and drinking great wine while making new friends and doing yoga.  Another great retreat, Jeni.

I’ve been on two international yoga retreats with Jeni’s Global Yoga Trips and they were top quality in location, activities and the staff. They are super welcoming to all experience levels, ages and genders, even if you have never done a yoga pose in your life. The trips are always very organized, professional and include a variety of super fun non-yoga activities. I especially like Jeni’s expertise at being able to adjust to those unplanned, occasional glitches that can occur when traveling, all while keeping the fun factor high and everyone happy. I can’t wait for my next adventure with them!

I had such a great experience. I was worried that I would miss my family at home, but everyday brought something new and interesting and I was too busy enjoying it all. I was surrounded by so many things I love: yoga, food, architecture, history, poetry, sun and wonderful people. I didn’t expect the people part to have such an impact but I really enjoyed everyone’s company. I haven’t laughed that much in such a long time. Sometimes vacations are restful, but this trip was rejuvenating to my heart, soul and mind.

We are still smiling and remembering! It was so wonderful. The transportation, hotels, logistics, et al, all went so smoothly. You are a great trip leader, Jeni, and your traveling companion is first rate as well! Always a pleasure to travel with you two.

I always felt safe, challenged and engaged with what was going on. The Galapagos was spectacular, magical, something that just has to be experienced to get an understanding. Everything was lovely. Don’t change a thing!

I loved that you chose a location off the beaten path. I loved that there was a good balance of organized activities and down time. At the risk of sounding like a groupie, I love you and Rocky as a couple. I think it is important not to downplay this. You both set the tone for the trip. Total acceptance and enjoyment of everyone there but without the need to be pied pipers. Together you understand introverts, extroverts and introverted-extroverts and allowed all to participate at their own comfort level without judgement. I really enjoyed the yoga classes. I appreciated the packing list and overall organization info prior to the trip. The food: OMG!! It still makes me smile. The guides: Cutest darn guides ever. The scenery: beyond my expectations. Our group: I can’t believe how wonderful everyone in our group was!

Excellent variety of activities and hotels. I feel like I got a good overall experience of the Galapagos. Location was amazing! Jeni’s guidance and quick response prior to the trip were greatly appreciated. The trip was fabulous!

I loved this retreat. It was the perfect balance of planned activities and free time. Our guide, Jose, was fun and knowledgeable. And having yoga many of the mornings in amazingly beautiful places was as great way to start the day. Also, everyone on the trip was wonderful and seemed to mesh well.

I loved my roommate! Jeni you are a genius at matching people up! I really liked the yoga in the morning and all the hikes as well as the wonderful meals. I like having some time to chill out in the afternoon also.

I can’t think of anything that I would change. It was well organized, the schedule was lax enough, and adhered to- which I appreciated. I thought the hikes were appropriately strenuous for the mixed group. The yoga was ideal for me, not excessively hard, every class left me feeling good. Thank you, Jeni, for all you did as organizer and group leader! 

I really liked the two yoga classes a day. This was a real treat for me because my work schedule typically doesn’t allow for more than two per week. Thank you! Loved them all! The location was incredible and the hikes beautiful. The guides were both very helpful, fun and knowledgeable. I enjoyed meeting such a wonderful group of people. Everyone with different interests, jobs, and hobbies was so interesting and enlightening. I have already taken a hike with one of my newfound friends since arriving back home.

Literally the perfect place/setting, yoga studio, chef and guides. Well done!

Can’t think of anything that did not work well for me. Loved the unbeaten paths, the region, great hosts, guides and organization, FOOD and WINE. Enjoyed morning and afternoon yoga very much as well.

Location was fantastic, food was excellent, people were great, schedule was good, guides were excellent, yoga was great. Pretty much everything was great. Can’t think of anything I would change. It was a fantastic trip of a lifetime!

These trips build long term friendships!

Having all the transportation and housing arranged worked well. Our guide, Jose, was great and took good care of us. The small group was perfect, and I enjoyed getting to know so many interesting people. The variety of places we visited were wonderful and varied. I don’t think we missed seeing any animals except the penguin!

Everything was great- lodging, yoga, food, guides, hikes and extras (paella and cider tasting). I feel our hotel hosts know their customers and met our needs well. No need to go on about our guides- they were perfection personified. I went for a fun adventure and ended up with a world-class trip! Really appreciate the time you invested in the retreat and yoga classes to meet our needs. The participants were wonderful. The quick bonding and camaraderie were definitely a highlight. Many thanks!!!

The location was wonderful- inspiring and beautiful. I enjoyed the yoga classes- a good combo of more energetic in the morning and then restorative in the eve. The hikes were great, and Camilo and Mario were the best guides ever! The food was good and the companions friendly and interesting. This was a wonderful experience. I love this area of Spain. The physical beauty is awesome, prices are affordable, people are super friendly, and it doesn’t feel touristy at all. I had a great time.

The retreat was wonderful for me. It refreshed me. Being with such friendly people, the yoga, hiking, the food and the whole cultural experience was amazing! Camilo and Mario, our guides, were exceptional in leading us on hikes and sharing their knowledge with us. They showed genuine interest in us and became our friends. The accommodations were very comfortable and clean and beautiful. I don’t think there is anything I’d change.

The guides Mario and Camilo made the hiking and touring very special. Their knowledge of the area and their encouragement contributed to the success of our trip. Practicing yoga in the beautiful yoga room overlooking the Quiros Valley was a treat. And the rural location was beautiful, and the food was great. Thank you, Jeni, for organizing this fantastic retreat!

What a fabulous trip! Thank you for introducing me to Asturias! The hotel and yoga studio were beautiful. I loved the hikes and our guides. Having Katie as my roommate was very special. The food and wine were exceptional. Thank you and Rocky for all your hard work in putting this together. Look forward to returning!