What if the location of your retreat wasn't simply the backdrop, but an active part of the transformation?

In this episode of How to Run Profitable Retreats, I sit down with Bronwyn Ayla, an acupuncturist, herbalist, dancer, and retreat leader who has been hosting retreats and pilgrimages for three decades.

We explore what it means to design a retreat in relationship with the land, culture, season, and energy of a destination rather than choosing a beautiful location and building the experience around it.

Bronwyn shares how different places can support completely different transformations, from the devotion and spiritual traditions of Nepal to the wildness and rewilding of South Africa, and the unique energetic qualities of destinations such as Bali and Egypt.

But place is only part of the equation.

We also dive into the importance of timing and how seasons can influence the experiences we create. Bronwyn explains how she uses seasonal cycles to think about everything from the intention of a retreat to the practices, curriculum, and transformation participants are being invited into.

In this conversation, we explore:

▪️ Why every retreat needs a clear intention and through line
▪️ How the location can support the transformation you're promising
▪️ How travel can open participants to possibilities they may not see in their everyday lives
▪️ How to listen to the people who actually sign up and allow their needs to shape the experience

If you're planning your next retreat, this episode will invite you to ask a different question—not simply, "Where should I host it?" but "What place will help create the transformation I want my participants to experience?"

🎧 Listen to the full conversation with Bronwyn Ayla.

Connect with Bronwyn:
Website: www.bronwynayla.com
Instagram: @bronwyn.ayla

Free Resource:
Bronwyn's Almanac helps you explore the seasonal cycles discussed in this episode so you can think more intentionally about the timing of your retreats.

www.bronwynayla.com/almanac

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