DESTINATION RETREATS – Mindful Travel
Multi-Day Mindfulness-Focused Travel Opportunities
- Join Dr. Brian at interesting and unique locales to experience the wonders of a new destination through the unique perspective of a Mindfulness lens
- Customized travel opportunities, with time allocated each day for Mindfulness coaching/instructing, Mindful movement (hikes, gentle yoga, etc) as well as free time
- Smaller groups allow for a more personal and customized experience
- Summary documents of all covered material and techniques included
- Explore your region or explore the world, all while building a strong and lasting Mindfulness practice
Four upcoming opportunities to develop your mindfulness skills in places of breathtaking beauty
Where Mindfulness Meets Intentional Living (2 options!)
2 Night Wellness Retreat, Collingwood, Ontario
23-25 May 2025 and 24-26 October 2025
Come and join us in Collingwood, Ontario, where we delve into the convergence of mindfulness and intentional living. Engage in hands-on practices and guided mindfulness meditations that will revitalize your sense of calm and contentment, all while discovering fresh perspectives on familiar aspects of life. Accompanying me is the highly skilled Carolyn Buccongello from Lighthouse Career Solutions, leading a workshop to deepen self-understanding as you chart the course for your future.
Submerge yourself in interactive workshops, moments of reflection, and the tranquil setting of Blue Mountain. Each day brings opportunities for yoga, a delectable vegan menu, optional sunrise meditations, and dedicated hiking sessions, allowing us to embrace the serenity of the breathtaking Retreat House property atop the Escarpment.
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Mindful Wild: A Day of Presence, Place and Tradition
Full-Day Mindfulness Retreat, Mobile, NL
25-26 July 2025
“Mindful Wild: A Day of Presence, Place, and Tradition” is a full-day immersive retreat taking place on 26 July 2025 in Mobile, Newfoundland, with a bonus Welcome Beach Fire event on the evening before. Joining me will be the iconic cultural ambassador, educator and storyteller Lori McCarthy, allowing us to blend mindfulness practices with Newfoundland’s rich traditions of land, sea, and food. Through guided meditation, coastal foraging, storytelling, and communal meals crafted from seasonal harvests, participants will deepen their connection to nature, cultivate presence, and rediscover a sense of resilience and gratitude. The retreat is designed to be an intimate and transformative experience, limited to just ten participants.
The day’s activities include mindful foraging, guided mindfulness experience, and sensory immersion, allowing attendees to engage with the natural landscape in a deeply present way. Traditional food rituals will highlight the importance of patience and appreciation, while fireside storytelling will weave lessons of sustainability and resilience. Set against the stunning backdrop of Newfoundland’s Avalon Peninsula, this retreat offers more than relaxation – it is an opportunity to return to what truly matters, fostering a renewed sense of self, connection, and belonging.
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Newfoundland Through A Mindful Lens
6 Night Newfoundland Travel Adventure
September 2025
We’re back again in 2025 after a very successful inaugural travel adventure in 2023!
For years, Dr. Brian has wanted to introduce others to both the beauty of his birthplace and the wonders of a mindful life. What better way to explore the rugged beauty of one of Canada’s most unique and compelling regions than to combine these two in a 6-night curated experience of Newfoundland culture and geography through the medium of mindfulness practice. Learn and practice mindfulness skills while walking along breathtaking ocean trails, foraging with local horticulture experts, exploring some of Newfoundland’s best-hidden tourism experiences, and eating specially prepared meals by some of the best local chefs and restaurants.
Calm Harbour: A Weekend of Cultivating Mindfulness and Wellness
3 Night Wellness Retreat at Cliff’s Edge Retreat, Tors Cove, Newfoundland
Early October 2025
After an immensely transformative (and sold-out!) launch retreat in October 2024, we are planning to return to this jaw-dropping locale in 2025.
Many individuals find themselves caught up in the whirlwind of their fast-paced lives. Often, we overlook the importance of recharging and revitalizing ourselves through nourishing practices that can sustain our well-being for the long haul. Embark on a transformative 3-night wellness retreat set against the breathtaking backdrop of Cliff’s Edge Retreat, a luxurious haven just under an hour from St. John’s.
Immerse yourself in practical mindfulness techniques, embark on invigorating ocean hikes led by local guides, partake in tailored yoga classes to stretch and unwind, and participate in specialized workshops designed to captivate, enlighten, and invigorate your senses. This retreat offers more than just a scenic escape; it provides an opportunity to tap into the power of the Atlantic and cultivate a renewed sense of mindful awareness, allowing your true self to be reignited.
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Come for the view. Leave with perspective.