Traveling with someone can be magical. You share the excitement, build memories together, and often deepen your bond. For some, it’s the perfect way to enjoy a retreat. But if you don’t have a travel buddy—or even if you do—don’t let that stop you from going. In fact, traveling alone might be the best decision you make.
A yoga retreat is the perfect environment to try it. You’ll arrive to a ready-made community of like-minded people, with built-in activities and space for both connection and solitude. It’s the best of both worlds—you can join in, make new friends, and share experiences, but you can also retreat into your own quiet moments when you want them.
When I was in college and graduate school, I traveled alone often—especially through Eastern Europe: Hungary, Poland, and what was then Czechoslovakia. I’d connect with one group, share some adventures, and then part ways to find a new circle. It was empowering. I always felt safe, I learned to trust my instincts, and it gave me a deep confidence I still carry.
Over the years, people have told me, “You’re so adventurous—I could never do that.” But here’s the truth: I didn’t set out to be adventurous. I simply followed what I was curious about and trusted that I’d figure things out along the way. You don’t have to be fearless to travel alone—you just need to be willing to take one brave step at a time.
Traveling alone offers something you can’t always get when you’re with a companion—you move at your own pace, follow your own curiosity, and explore without the weight of shared history or expectations. You’re not leaning on someone else to affirm your choices or direct your path. It’s just you, trusting yourself, making the call on what matters most to you in that moment.
I’ve had retreat guests for whom Costa Rica was their first international flight or their first time traveling without a partner, kids, or parents. They arrived with a mix of nerves and excitement, bravely trusting the path ahead. By the end of the week, they left glowing—lighter, more confident, and deeply proud of themselves.
So if the idea of traveling alone makes you hesitate, I want you to know: you’re not alone in that feeling. But it might just be the thing that transforms your retreat from a vacation into a truly life-shifting experience.
Ready to see what’s possible when you say yes to yourself?
Whether it’s your first time traveling solo or you’re a seasoned adventurer, my retreats in Costa Rica and Belize offer the perfect balance of community, yoga, and nature—designed to support you moving at your own pace.
Join us to explore vibrant landscapes, deepen your practice, make new friends, and discover just how brave and confident you really are.
Reserve your spot today and start your unforgettable retreat experience. Just send me a DM on IG at @yogawithandreab or @andreabyogaandwellness or head the retreat section of this site for info and next steps!
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