Come and shimmy with us under the Caribbean sky, cooled by gentle sea breezes for an exquisite 8 - day retreat in the hills of Tobago, offering spectacular views of the Caribbean sea, lush scenery and fresh, delicious, nutritious cuisine prepared especially with you in mind. This is clearly a holiday with a twist; Bellydance classes, a retreat and a wonderful adventure!
Dates for 2011 are:
- 25th May-1st June
-27th July- 3rd August
-24th August- 31st August
-31st August- 7th September
Nip away for half term week in May or join us in August for a week (or two!)
You can set your pace during the time you spend with us; after all this is your time.
Bellydancing classes will take place daily in the natural surroundings and 6-acre grounds of this spectacular property, dotted with mango groves. Tai chi classes will be available most mornings and siestas are built into our time.
Our beautiful accommodation will be in light, airy rooms on the crest of the property next to the pool or individual eco-luxe cabanas. Our self contained villa, will be exclusive to us during this week and is built upon 6 acres of lush greenery and many areas of natural beauty onsite including a natural stream, meditation trails and bamboo grove. The villa will enchant you with it’s cool Caribbean breezes, hummingbirds and private patio, hammocks and pool just for ourselves!
Rooms comfortably accommodate 2 people, but if you are coming with friends our cabanas can hold up to four pairs of hips! Each well appointed room has ensuite facilities and most come with a private patio or balcony, some complete with hammocks for pure relaxation, Tobago style...
Included in this retreat are:
- 7 nights beautiful 5- star eco friendly accommodation with private patio/balcony
- All meals are included and be expertly prepared by our ‘on-call’ chef, except for one free day and an evening out.
- All transfers and accommodation related to the itinerary
- Airport transfers in Tobago
- Over 10 hours belly dance classes
- One private lesson per room
- A range of activities & trips on/off site, including the infamously exuberant ‘Sunday Skool’ island party
- A body treatment
- Trip to an art gallery and tea house
- Yoga, Qi kung, Tai chi and meditation classes
See www.topotobago.com for further sumptious details and pictures of our accommodation and base for this spectacular retreat.
Sample Itinerary for a one-week Empress Bellydance Retreat
Day One-
Welcome, arrivals all afternoon, introductions, itinerary and dinner.
Day Two-
7.00 Tai Chi
8.15 Breakfast
09.30 Ground Tour
11.15 Bellydance Class on beach
13.00 Lunch (onsite)
Free Afternoon/ Siestas/ Private Lessons/ Treatments
18.00 Dinner (onsite)
19.30 Video Night
Day Three-
07.00 Tai Chi
08.15 Breakfast
09.00 Rainforest Tour
13.00 Lunch (out)
Free Afternoon/ Siestas/ Private lessons/ Treatments
18.00 Dinner (onsite)
20.00 Bellydance Class around pool
Day Four-
07.00 Tai Chi
08.15 Breakfast
10.00 Bellydance Class in grounds
12.00 Lunch (onsite)
14.00 Art Gallery Trip & Afternoon tea
Free evening/ Siesta/ Private Lessons/ Treatments
Day Five-
FREE Day
Day Six-
07.00 Tai Chi
08.15 Breakfast
10.00 Bellydance Class around pool
13.00 Lunch (out)
Free afternoon/ Siestas/ Private Lessons/ Treatments
Sunday Skool Island party
Day Seven-
08.15 Breakfast
10.30 Bellydance Class on beach
12.00 Lunch (onsite)
14.00 Waterfall Trip
18.00 Dinner Barbeque onsite
Day Eight-
07.00 Tai Chi
08.15 Breakfast
10.00 Bellydancing Class in grounds
11.30 Closing Circle
Packing and Goodbyes
Sample Menus
Breakfast
Tea, herbal/fruit tea, hot chocolate, fruit juice, spring water
Oats
Cereals
Toast w. preserves
Eggs
Fruits
Lunch
Sada Roti with Tomato & Baikan Choka
Sautéed Spinach & Sautéed Ochroes
Dahl Purée
Geera Chicken
Curried Fish with Coconut Sauce
Fresh Fruit Platter
Dinner
French Onion Soup with Herb Croutons
Creole Fish Steak
Sautéed Mixed Vegetables
Caribbean Bean Loaf
Steamed Brown Rice
Fresh Fruit Ice
Prices We are now sold out for our 2010 retreat, but are now taking bookings for 2011, our prices are below. £999 'earlybird' booking before 31st December 2010 £1099 for booking after 1st January 2011 For ‘Earlybird’ Bookings before 31st December 2010 you’ll receive a £100 discount against the standard price of the retreat. Current Empress Bellydance students will save a further £50 on the price of their holiday. All places can be reserved with a non-refundable deposit of £199. Our deposit is £199, payable by cash in class, paypal online or cheque. This is non-refundable and the balance must be paid 90 days before your chosen retreat date. Instalment plans are available on request, an example is detailed below. Total price for bookings taken after 1st January 2011 £1099 Total ‘Earlybird Booking’ Price £999 (before 31st December 2010) . Minus £199 deposit = £800 balance. 4 instalment payments of £200 will be accepted. Total £999. Payment also accepted in full. If paying by credit card, a surcharge of no more than 2% will apply. In 2011 we have new options, including two-week retreats and rates for non-residential dancers, please email us for further details. We have a limited number of discounted rates for T&T resident dancers. These subsidised rates are as follows. Non-residential class pass, allows access to all dance classes, excludes lunch, dinner and other activities. Exclusively for T&T dancers - $TT 750 before 31st December 2010/ $TT 1000 after 1st January 2011. Non-residential including other activities, lunch and dinner $TT 3750 before 31st December, $TT 4250 after January 2011. Deposits for T&T dancers are $TT 250 for class pass or $TT 1000 for non-residential retreat package payable by bank transfer or paypal. Balance to be paid locally on first day of retreat. Contact us for prices of 2-week retreat. Prices do not include flights, which must be booked separately along with travel insurance.
Have we got you salivating about our menu or timetable? Think you've found your next 'Sel-Love' Holiday? Can't contain yourself any longer and want to know more? Email us at:
retreat@empressbellydance.com or +447758 586424
Revive, refresh and rejuvenate your hips and your spirit with Empress Bellydance Retreat.