This just happened on our Iceland horse retreat. It was miraculous. The horse-human connection at work once again; what an incredible thing to experience. They are such incredibly sensitive beings. You can imagine the level of calm and peace that it was enough for the entire herd to lay down.
We will be hosting 3 Iceland retreats again next year if you want to come experience something incredible moments like this one.
#horses #icelandichorses #wildhorses #horsetherapy #equinetherapy #loveanimals #womensquest #womensquesticeland #horseslaydown #meditatewithhorses #horseyoga #yoga #qigong #meditation #lifechanging #miracle #peaceful #meditatingwithhorses #yogawithhorses #horseretreat
We will split our time between two spectacular regions of Tuscany: the authentic, unspoiled countryside of the Etruscan coast on the Mediterranean Sea, and Val d’Orcia, known as the heart of Tuscany, with gentle, carefully-cultivated hills peppered with picturesque towns and villages.
All cycling ability levels are welcome and each bike ride is guided. The high staff-to-participant ratio means you’ll have someone to encourage you, as well as teach you cycling tips, whether you’re a beginner or a veteran. This is the trip you always promised yourself you’d take. Come join us in the sweet life.
#travelitaly #traveltuscany #tuscanytrip #tuscany #curatedtravel #curatedtravel2024 #retreats #wellnessretreat #cyclingretreat
Vancouver is sold out; if you missed it this year but would like a chance to go in the future, let us know!
You asked and we listened; this fall, it’s Tuscany time!
More information and link to sign up all on Womensquest.com 🇮🇹
#traveltoitaly #italyretreat #italygrouptravel
Tuscany Retreat
Ah, Tuscany. We have been visiting for about 25 years. The food and wine are incredible and the cycling is “off the charts” great!
When you get off the plane in Italy, it is like you get to take a full breath of fresh air. Everyone is relaxed. There is jasmine growing on all the airports (for real) and it gives you the sense of dolce far niente which is translated to Sweet Doing Nothing.
You just don’t feel pressure to go so hard.. to do everything all the time and to achieve, etc.. it is just all about savoring life and slowing down to appreciate each morsel of food and every drop of wine, and every way the Tuscan Sun hits the olive branches or how it just lights up the vineyards in the evening.
Our hosts treat us like family in this beautiful country. Adventure and indulgence await us.
“Around me the trees stir in their leaves and call out ‘stay awhile’. The light flows from their branches.
And they call again, it’s simple they say ‘and you too have come into the world to do this, to go easy, to be filled with light, and to shine’. “
~ Mary Oliver
When I Am Among the Trees
#womensquest #amongthetrees #adventuretravel #findyourbliss #shinebright
What we eat at Women’s Quest Retreats!
Thank you Deborah, David, and Chef Kerrie for an amazing week of incredible, beautiful meals that fueled our adventures!
We know that fresh local organic ingredients in food is a superpower!
A big thank you to the local farmers and growers who lovingly create really great sustainable food.
#womensquest #foodisfuel
Earth Day ceremony with Puna.
An earth day message:
Be kind to you.
Be kind to what’s around you.
the 3 R’s:
respect for you.
respect others.
be responsible for your actions.
#earthday #wellnessretreat #respect #hawaiitravel #adventuretravel #womensquest #womenempowerment
We’re in Kona now for our swimming, SUP, yoga adventure retreat! Our “home by the sea” Hale Kai is home for a week of play on this beautiful island. 🌺
We are more than ready to hear the sound of the ocean, eat chef-inspired divine food and practice soul-nurturing yoga. 🌊
#adventureretreat #yogainspiration #hawaiiretreat #nourishyourbody #liveyourbestlife
Day One Women’s Quest Sonoma Adventure Retreat
Hiking in the beautiful redwood forest. Day one of our Woman’s Quest Adventure Retreat in Sonoma.
The secret to the strength of the redwood is that their roots intertwine with other redwoods.
This creates an underground network of powerful connections.
We’re in Sonoma experiencing these giant trees that are symbols of strength, resilience, and healing.
And we’re among people who uplift us and whose presence calls forth our best.
So so #grateful and happy to be here.
Start Showing Up as Her!
Today’s solar eclipse is a great opportunity to visualize your highest self and start showing up as her!
#eclipse #reset #womensquest
Day One One Day
You get to decide.
We get this one life.
And it’s not over until it’s over.
So dream it. Do it.
Just start today. ✨
https://womensquest.com
Springtime Renewal
Embrace the blossoming energy of spring! It's a time for renewal, rejoicing, and hitting the refresh button. Step outside, do what you love, and let laughter nourish your soul. 🌸
#SpringRenewal #EmbraceNature"
Why Icelandic Horses are So Special
Why are Icelandic Horses so Special?
They’re just pure and exquisite and remarkable and magical.
They’re like teddy bear horses because they’re so huggable and cute and curious.
They don’t have prey animals and they’re very, very trusting.
They’re like 4-wheel drive; they’re sturdy and confident and sure-footed and smart.
They’re incredible athletes and so smooth.
They have this gait called the tolt.
These horses - they’re going to become your new best friends along with the other questers on the retreat.
So come on and play and make new best friends for life!
#womensquest #iceland #icelandichorses
My favorite water ON THE PLANET is in Iceland for 3 reasons:
💦1) It is so pure, from the source, super healing and regenerative - so when you drink it for a week you are totally transformed and it makes you feel so good!
💦2) FLOAT! There are so many amazing pools in Iceland, 25 and 50 meters long with hot tubs and cold plunges in each one. Everyone hangs out at the pools instead of pubs. My friend Unnar created something called the Float! This is where you put on bouys and then float in the hot springs and it is even better than meditating (check out some float pics in my story)
💦3) The magnificent waterfalls.
We’ve got 3 amazing trips to Iceland this year. All of them pay tribute to water. There’s a link to them in my profile for you to check them out.
#worldwaterday #iceland #womensquest #healingpowerofnature
Happy Spring Equinox!🌱
Here I am crust skiing, which is typical of springtime in the Rockies in Colorado this time of year. It’s very hot during the day and super cold at night, so it makes the perfect crust on top of the snow and we just got 4 feet of snow so we’re very happy. 🎿
The spring equinox is a great time of year, because just like the Bears and all the animals and the seeds that are sprouting - everything is waking up with new ideas and new dreams so this fresh warm energy just makes you feel alive and makes you feel inspired. 🦋
It is like a wake up call from nature so the birds, bears, flowers and everybody hears it! 🐦⬛🐻🪻
#springequinox #snowcrust #inspired #womenempowerment
While playing with a friend’s new puppy I’m reminded how incredible life is when we see everything through “beginners eyes”.
This pup is over the snow, but you know I like a balance of snow, ocean, desert and mountains. What about you? Feeling ready to hit the slopes or craving some place warmer?
Mostly A’s? Sonoma is the spot for you. All B’s? You’re going to HAWAII!!! A mix of the two? Guess you need to set aside some extra vacation and do both.
In Sonoma this year Colleen will be joining forces with Kristin Wheeler and her Native Genius process as well as Gretchen Spiro who is often touted as “truly THE BEST yoga instructor”.
Hawaii will include foundations training with Vicki Hunter which is perfect for anyone who wants to prepare their body for a lifetime of safe movement.
Also! If you’re a return quester, Sonoma has a special discount for you this year and as always if you bring a friend you get to save.
Read more about both retreats on the website and reserve a spot at the one that is calling to you this year.
Much love to you from Women’s Quest! Hope to see you soon.
