Happiness & Abundance yoga retreat.
Crete, May 12 - 17, 2026
( 8th edition )
6-day yoga retreat
Happiness and Abundance
in a Relais & Châteaux heaven and 5 star Golf & Spa resort, where serenity, beauty and the art of living gracefully come together.
This retreat is your moment to reset before the summer — softly, consciously, beautifully. It is your curated experience blending yoga, mindful living & Mediterranean luxury by the sea.
Between the azure sea and white-washed serenity of Crete, this retreat offers more than yoga —it is a gentle interlude of kindness, where the rhythm of your breath meets the rhythm of the waves.
Each day invites you to release, realign, and reconnect through yoga, mindful movement, meditation, and nourishing rituals — all within the quiet elegance of a 5-star seaside complex resort of 2 magic hotels : Relais & Châteaux and sister ship 5 star Golf & Spa Resort.
Elounda area reveals one of the island’s most private and charming sanctuaries — a serene space overlooking the azure waters of the sea.
Beyond yoga and meditation, you are invited to experience the art of refined living: award-winning spa rituals, exquisite cuisine and moments of pure joy.
This immersion is also an invitation to explore yourself, from the physical and mental body to the most subtle.
This retreat is a joyful moment of privacy and elegancy, the days will bring together different yoga practices (dynamic or meditative) and in-depth yoga experiences.
It is not a one more retreat among others. Our aim is to live a moment together of reconnection and a gentle reset before the summer.
Why this retreat
is truly special
This retreat will also reveals three unique yoga experiences born from years of exploration and teaching:
Discover Svetlana’s Signature Approach
Ocean Yoga, where each breath merges with the sound of the waves.
Connected Yoga, a practice of embodiment and subtle awareness.
Yoga of Abundance, a soulful exploration of openness, gratitude and energy flow.
Each day blends refined yoga practices, mindful rituals, and moments of stillness designed to restore your nervous system and reignite inner harmony.
Together, they create a transformative journey — restoring inner calm, emotional balance, and a deep sense of fulfillment.
Your typical day :
Each day is a step towards a gentle reconnection with yourself through our yoga practices and workshops. Morning: a breathing and meditation session (30-45 min) and a yoga practice (1-h30). Evening: a meditative/restorative yoga session (1h15 -1h30).
Included: 2 yoga sessions per day, 1 local experiences (cultural or gastronomic), 1 individual session with a mind coach, good atmosphere, kindness and relaxation during your stay.
Example of a daily schedule
07.30 - 8.15 : Breathing and meditation session ( 30-45 min)
8.15 - 9.30 : Sunrise & yoga (1h30)
9.45 : Breakfast
Morning & early afternoon free to enjoy the sea or Six Senses Spa or 9 holes golf
15.00- 16.00 : cultural activity (optional)
17.30 - 19.00 : Sunset & yoga (1h30)
19.30 : Dinner
Features :
Five-star resort complex by the sea
HB (half-board, 2 meals a day)
May 12 -17, 2026 (6 days & 5 nights)
2 yoga sessions per day
1 cultural activity and 1 gastronomic activity
Warm, friendly and relaxed atmosphere
Yoga : Hatha, Vinyasa,Yin, Meditation
Yoga workshops, yoga sessions & art of mindfulness
Mindfulness experiences
Language: English and French
Small private group
Practice level: all levels
/*this course is not intended for teachers /
Yoga styles: hatha, vinyasa, yin, nidra
Signature yoga classes by Svetlana : Ocean yoga, connected yoga, yoga of abundance ( the abundance method )
A sanctuary where simplicity meets elegance, and presence becomes a form of luxury.
Step into a six-day journey curated for those who wish to reconnect with life’s quiet rhythm.
Accommodation :
Perched along Elounda’s sun-kissed shores, the five star resort celebrates the essence of Cretan heritage. The resort offers an exclusive sanctuary of serenity, overlooking the azure waters of the bay, culinary excellence, golf and rewarded spa experience.
Imagine an intimate retreat where the pristine white-washed walls and stone-clad arches of the resort echo the turquoise whispers of the Cretan sea.
Here, in one of Crete’s most charming and private enclaves, delight in cuisine crafted from freshly picked local ingredients, set within an atmosphere of refined calm and exclusive serenity for a happy few.
Wake up to the sound of the waves and let yourself be carried away by revitalizing yoga sessions, in an idyllic setting that will nourish your body and mind.
Airport : Heraklion Níkos-Kazantzákis 60 km
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Check-in time: 2:00 PM
Departure time: 12:00 PMA wide range of rooms and suites is available, and we will be delighted to assist you in selecting the perfect option for your stay.
The retreat unfolds within a refined resort estate on Crete’s sun-drenched coast — home to two sister properties: a distinguished Relais & Châteaux hotel and a five-star Golf & Spa Hotel (six senses spa).
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All rooms are sea view , 30 - 40 m2
Other tips of rooms ( with private pools, suites, junior suites ) available at extra cost
Meals: half board
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What's included
Accommodation in a supirior sea view room
Breakfast
Dinner
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Personal expenses and extras.
Beverages and snacks other than those included in the half-board package.
Special requests: Don't hesitate to contact us for any special request.
Transport from your home in Crete to the hotel: don't hesitate to contact us for any special requests.
This retreat unfolds within a refined resort estate on Crete’s sun-drenched coast — home to two sister properties: a distinguished Relais & Châteaux hotel and a five-star Golf & Spa Hotel. Together, they embody elegance, serenity, and discreet luxury — the perfect setting to reconnect with yourself and embrace the essence of happiness and abundance.
Book your place :
Your six-day immersion includes accommodation in a 5-star seaside resort, daily yoga and mindfulness sessions, curated local experiences, and half-board gourmet meals prepared with fresh, local ingredients.
Investment in your wellbeing
Single occupancy Superior Sea View at
5 Star Golf & Spa Hotel : 3580 eur
Single occupancy Superior Sea View at Relais & Châteaux : 3970 eur
*For double occupancy rate, please contact us
Currently no availability. Please contact us for waiting list (one spot) : contact us email / whatsapp / phone
Your journey to renewal begins the moment you say yes to yourself.
**Price in euros (identical to Swiss francs), per person, half-board (2 meals a day), 5* seaside hotel, yoga & mindfulness experiences & workshops.
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EARLY BOOKING PERIOD
100% payment
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NORMAL PERIOD
50% on order
50% of balance before 28 Feb 2026
Your booking is confirmed as soon as your payment is received and we will send you a confirmation e-mail.
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Your reservation is confirmed as soon as we receive your payment and send you a confirmation e-mail.
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Free of charge until 28th February
50% retained until April 10
100% retained after April 10
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Number of participants 10-12 maximum, 5 minimum.
The organizers reserve the right to cancel or postpone the stay. Acceptance or non-acceptance of candidates is at the sole initiative and discretion of the organizers.
In the event of cancellation by the organizers, full refund of the invoiced price of the session. No other compensation is or will be due.
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These terms and conditions are deemed to have been read, accepted and understood as soon as the customer pays a deposit.
The general terms and conditions of sale, the privacy policy and the legal notice are deemed to have been read and approved without reservation.
Crete with its geographical location, Mediterranean climate, natural beauty and unique cultural and historical treasures, makes Crete a magical destination to enjoy summer before summer.
About us :
The retreat is led by 2 yoga teachers and a mindfulness coach, both of whom are passionate about yoga.
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OrganizerMeet Svetlana, who is Swiss and the organizer of this retreat. She will make this retreat an unforgettable experience with White Yoga Studio & Mindfulness.
Svetlana is a Yoga Alliance-certified yoga teacher (Yin and Vinyasa), as well as a coach specializing in emotional management, NLP and prana healing.
For several years now, she has been organizing events and retreats in the South of France, Greece and Switzerland.
Passionate about yoga, personal development and mental power, Svetlana is the author of several coaching programs for entrepreneurs.
Yoga occupies a central place in her life. She creates personalized yoga sessions with precise objectives, such as mental relaxation, connecting to a state of emotional and bodily relaxation.
Svetlana organizes this retreat to offer a gentle moment of yoga practice in a poetic and inspiring setting. She wants you to experience a gentle interlude and reconnect with yourself. She loves this way of experiencing the summer before the summer.
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Ludovica is a certified teacher (RYT 600) who teaches yoga and runs training courses internationally (in Belgium, Greece, Italy and Bali).
For many years, yoga has been an integral part of her daily life. It's a path and a philosophy of life that she explores with passion.
Ludovica discovered yoga as a profound path of inner exploration, cultivating harmony, compassion and self-acceptance.
She believes that the practice of yoga balances our body, mind and emotions.
For Ludovica, yoga is a state of joy that we cultivate day after day, in harmony with our breath and our heart, without judgment or expectation. Like a melody that gives rhythm to your life, whether on the mat or in your daily routine.
Yoga: Hatha, Vinyasa, Yin, Yogatherapy, Pranayama
Here bellow some of our warm memories from previous retreats
