the DREAM-MAKERS
My biggest dream had always been to go to Morocco. I had this vision of myself wandering the Sahara dessert and walking around all those overwhelming markets feeding my soul with a culture so different from mine.
It was mid June, I was in Italy and overnight I decided it was time to make my dream come true. I didn’t even know where to start from, although I traveled a lot all my life, Morocco seemed quite challenging. Timing was challenging as well, since they were in the midst of their biggest religious holiday, and most of the hotels I wanted to book and experiences were limited due to this special time of the year. Suddenly my dream would not come true.
At that point I realized I needed the help of an expert hand. Consciously Connected managed to design my ten day journey along the most beautiful cities in Morocco: Fes, Essaouira, Marrakech and of course Merzouga desert. Morocco was a once in a lifetime experience. I hold the best memories in my heart: the colours, the smells, the food, the art, the architecture, but above all the generosity and kindness of their people.
All of this could never have happened without the help of CCT and your outstanding management. I will be forever grateful to you and looking forward to making new dreams come true.
Jenny Williams | Actress & Model | Travel Design
Consciously Connected offers such wonderful programming and thoughtfully curated experiences. I love their intention and soul-based sessions. Thank you so much for being so inspiring, stylish and helping me become more consciously connected.
Yosh H
Digital Wellness Series
This was a beautiful experience! The facilitator and Caitlin Marino had such a nice calming vibe and they were very interesting. The releasing karmic signatures with Caitlin in the afternoon was incredibly fascinating and healing. Truly grateful to both!
Jennifer O
Digital Wellness Series
SPECTACULAR EVENT
Property was spectacular and impressive with staff who were attentive and everything went off without a hitch
From start to finish, this was an incredible and memorable event.
Annalisa | FMCG in London | Travel & Event Design
It was great - just like the others! The topic was something I wasn’t even aware of as a concept. Very interesting, and like the others it led me to resources I’ll keep ongoing. I really hope you are able to continue to do more of these events. I’m sad to miss the one on the 19th - my schedule doesn’t match it, but I’m planning to sign up for one after that. I believe it’s your final one. Thank you,
Jayne M
Digital Wellness Series
Thank you Consciously Connected & Team for putting on such an incredible session! CJ Johnson offered simple, direct yet powerful guidance which is crucial to all of our businesses, even more so in times like these! I loved the Q&A which he approached in such an open and honest way, challenging us to be true leaders and experts in our fields.
The added complimentary session was also priceless! You guys over delivered!! The value I gained in comparison to the small investment I made is incredible! I really appreciate how much of an asset you've been to all of us during these unprecedented times and that you've been able to connect us to incredible minds and souls. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!
Cecilia M
Digital Wellness Series
LIFE through a new lens
I'm incredibly touched by the women who participated in the retreat. each showed up fearlessly, blossomed over the week together and will have impacted my life forever.
I have been more intentional + sentimental on photoshoots this week, naturally seeing how impactful the retreat experience has been for me.
Experiencing Morocco totally changed my prospective and perception. It’s a lot more visited by tourists and safe than people in America think.
Gianna Keiko | Photographer | Wellness Retreat
Photo Credit: Gianna Keiko
This period has been really difficult for me mentally, emotionally and financially. The pandemic created a lot of loss within my life in a short space of time. This space has been a God send, giving me a weekly space to check in to myself and build the strength to know that I can get through this. Thank you CCT.
Renee R
Digital Wellness Series
It was awesome! I loved it!
I thought Rebecca was an amazing & beautiful soul & teacher. I enjoyed doing a bunch of different practices for soothing self care in summer!
Michelle F
Digital Wellness Series
food for thought
The Self-Care Retreat was amazing in every regard: the hosts, the food, the activities, the retreat house, the classes and the spa. I wish it would have lasted longer and I would go back any time again. I loved that we were a small group and I will forever be grateful for the friendships made and all the self-care lessons learnt. Thank you Ingrid and everyone who made this experience unforgettable
The food was the best I have ever eaten at any retreat or holiday. I love healthy vegetarian food, so for me the food was perfect and I did not miss anything. I loved how much love and detail went into the preparation of every meal and that all ingrediences were local and fresh. A big compliment to the Chef and his crew.
The itinerary was fantastic. I loved the day in Marrakech including the visit at Jnane Tamsna, the cooking class and I loved the hike, the yoga classes and of course the training sessions with Tracy. It was far better that anything I imagined. What I loved the most, were the 1-2-1 with the coaches / hosts.
It was a wonderful retreat that I already reccomended to all my family and friends. It really helped me to believe in the fact that there is more to be done in this world
The 1-2-1 with the coaches / hosts, especially with Ingrid was very insightful and I would love to have her as my coach every day :-)
Laura Schurr | Jurist| Wellness Retreat
Photo Credit: Gianna Keiko
I learnt about Consciously Connected Travel during this pandemic. I joined the sessions trying not to have too much hope for a miraculous outcome as there was and still is so much going on in my life. I have attended the breathwork classes almost weekly with Rachel and that has really helped ease my anxiety. I have been experiencing such overwhelming panic attacks and headaches, feeling physical pain caused by stress. So to have a place to come each week has given me hope. Ingrid thank you, for taking the time to create these spaces, but also for the time you took out of your day to schedule a call with me just to give me a moment of release. Our chat really shifted so much in me and the breathwork continues to be my daily support. You are a true warrior woman.
NOOR F
Digital Wellness Series
I am a student, and the fact that I could access all these sessions for free, and donate any amount I could at times, was really helpful. From April onwards I attended several sessions, all of which are truly enlightening and liberating. The wellness series eased the hardships of lockdown for me greatly. My sincere gratitude to the entire team of Consciously Connected, and all of the experts who held the sessions. Surely, it must have not been easy to not monetize these sessions in these difficult times, but just as you've helped people so graciously, you will be compensated most abundantly. Thank you all.
SARAH
Digital Wellness Series
We will never be able to travel without cct again
We had a very big year. Marriage, baby, new home, new office, new employees…We’ve truly been very burnt out. We knew we needed a vacation - but the thought of planning it was stressing me out. It was nice to have it all planned - and KNOW that it was going to be great.
We’ve never used a Travel Designer before, i’ve always planned my own trips… But this time we hired Ingrid. After a short conversation - Ingrid knew exactly what we wanted - and delivered it every single day of our trip. I don’t think we’ll ever be able to travel without her help again. If I would have planned this trip for months - we would not have found the same hotels, guides and experiences that she planned for us. There are just some things you can’t Google. :) Worth every penny. The way you delivered your trip suggestions at the beginning made picking what we were doing fun. Which normally it’s very stressful for me.
We got to meet you Ingrid! Which was such a treat! Honestly - there is so much we enjoyed about our trip - it’s going to be hard to write it all here. Every accommodation was perfect. Each one different - and it was timed in such a good way. A busy city, then a quiet city… The pacing was very nice. I also loved all the extra special things you did for us - the room upgrades - the candles - truly amazing.
I’ve already recommended you to a few folks :) And would love to do more
Kayti & Asheer | Consultant & Architect | Travel Design
I absolutely loved the session with Marcia Lopez, it was really beautiful and insightful and empowering. I felt really inspired to continue exploring my connection with my own womb, and our whole connection with mother earth. I have some history of trauma and have often felt disconnected/blocked from that part of my body and am now more determined to begin working and healing specifically to reconnect with myself.
I had invited my sister to attend also, she is experiencing her first pregnancy, and I know she also really enjoyed hearing about reconnecting to the traditional ways of postpartum care. I will be helping her to instigate those practices so that she has the most beautiful birth and newborn experience possible.
RACHEL C
Digital Wellness Series
I have long suffered from anxiety and the current mood really exacerbated it. So many trigged and traumas have been rising in me lately. Uncontrollable in fact and a friend suggested I try one of your classes. I have never been to therapy it just isn’t something that is done. So I was sceptical if anything other than medicine could help me. I am taking it day by day, but thank you for all the classes you have put together. I am encouraged to read and learn more with the new practices I am taking small steps every day and understand that it is a journey but with the practices and the routine it has all really helped.
I really forgot what it felt like to be me and I am starting to feel that way again.
NYLAH H
Digital Wellness Series
culturally immersed
Amazing!!! Loved that we lived as locals and got the true authentic feel of Morocco. Loved the advice and the different perspectives I got at the retreat, it’s played a part in impacting my new normal. I found great happiness in meeting people and connecting The retreat opened my mind to a different way of thinking, sharing experiences was a huge challenge I experienced pre-retreat and something I hoped the retreat could help with and it did.
Experiencing Morocco in such and authentic and connected way makes me realise that I can definitely not do Morocco in any other way. I loved the group dynamic- loved the way we experienced the country it was so authentic and real and loved the one on one that we had with different personalities and ways of thinking that they gave us great insight and advice.
I will definitely be returning back to future retreats in new locations.
Najwa Salhab | Entrepreneur | Wellness Retreat
Photo Credit: Gianna Keiko
I really enjoyed the Wildcrafting Workshop with Samantha Lee. I found it very informative. The material was presented in a way that was interesting and easy to understand. I felt Samantha Lee was very knowledgeable and I trusted the information. I would definitely take another workshop with her.
MELANIE G
Digital Wellness Series
With deepest gratitude, I want to thank you and Hara for such a beautiful offering. From the words of wisdom to the journal prompts to the transformative breathwork and meditation, I was deeply moved and left feeling refreshed. I plan to take the insight gained into a New Moon ritual today and will use the intention I found while having this healing experience. In lightness and love, Kirsti.
KIRSTI K
Digital Wellness Series
beyond expectations
Beyond the self care target, this retreat allowed me to discover other cultures, other ways of thinking and many amazing people with big hearts...all this in my country: if this is not the greatest of the human wealth I wonder what it is. For each tiny discovery, thank you consciously connected travel
This was my first retreat but I felt like I was part of a family Amazing food which was itself an experience. I love Morocco, and Ingrid made me love my country more.
I have taken with me some daily routines to apply and I left the retreat feeling like new.
To be honest the retreat was beyond my expectations!
Sophia Bennani | Director | Wellness Retreat
Photo Credit: Gianna Keiko
This offering was fabulous. I loved listening to Katherine and she gave a great and beautiful presentation to the group. It was a good reminder to be kind to yourself and to have simple prompts for yourself as you are on your wellness journey.
EMILY S
Digital Wellness Series
AN EPIC WEEK IN MOROCCO
Epic week in Morocco with amazing women and teachers. Staff was fantastic, bent over backwards.......Fantastic trip overall. Always good to self discover and ask questions. Meeting all the wonderful women in the group made me happy. I gained so much respect for the hardworking and kind people of Morocco. Ingrid did her best to make sure everyone was accommodated, and treated everyone with care. She is hardworking and was always there if you needed something.
Helen Abe | Wealth Manager | Wellness Retreat
MOST INFLUENTIAL EXPERIENCE
One of the top and influential experiences I have ever had. The experience as a whole was amazing, I wouldn’t change anything. The food was amazing, full of nutrients and tasty as well, everything was there from plant based to proteins. One of the most mindful lovely experiences I have ever had, traveling with a purpose is my thing now.
I came away being more aware of my self, my character, strengths and weaknesses. It gave me the key of being true to myself, and "consciously connected" for real. Our free times spent with others, getting to know one another was amazing and also learning to live in the moment, instead of going through the "Survival mode.” I learned how free a person can be and to follow his/her instinct in life.
I didn’t have any expectations for the retreat, but this retreat kind of exceeded my thoughts or imagination of what I had in mind. In an awesome way!
Tala Jabri | Consultant | Wellness Retreat
THE LOCALS LEFT A MARK ON MY HEART
The hosts, the venue, location were wonderful. The itinerary was great, the start of the day yoga and end of day meditation were amazing. Perhaps have the 1st and last day of the retreat in Marrakesh to avoid the movement. The dinner in the desert was amazing as was the shopping trip. I would say Ingrid, Livia and Lexi were all so sweet and accommodating in some unforeseen circumstances and made the best of everything. As someone who plans events I know the challenges you face and I thought you did a good job. The locals really left a mark on my heart such sweetness. The evening in the desert surprised me the most and made me the happiest during the retreat. Something that I’ve taken away and incorporated is the daily blessing/prayer.
Dianne Tarantino | Sales | Wellness Retreat
i made great leaps
It was everything I was hoping for and more! The villa was incredible! I loved the pool, the room and the common area. Yes! I could've done without the group shopping in Marrakech but I knew I wanted to attend the lunch and the desert dinner. I loved all the sessions with Amanda and Chantal and it was also nice to have some time to just relax on our own. It was a magical experience. I felt completely immersed in my yoga practice and learning about the culture of Morocco. It gave me a fresh perspective on what really matters in my life; what areas I need to nourish and pursue and what areas I need to cut out or at least minimise. I think I made great leaps to overcome my self doubt and find more self love. What surprised me most and made me the happiest during the retreat was how clear and easily things that I'd been muling over seemed to work themselves out.
My biggest takeaway is I am taking time to do things I truly love everyday.
Domenica Berman | Yoga Teacher | Wellness Retreat