Author and wellbeing expert Jasmine Hemsley will hold ‘La Vida Veda’ retreat from 23-28 July at Rabot Hotel by Hotel Chocolat in Saint Lucia.
Jasmine Hemsley: La Vida Veda
Driven by Jasmine’s enthusiasm for Ayurveda, the retreat’s schedule features daily yoga sessions and sound baths for relaxation, complemented by informative talks and scenic nature walks on a stunning Caribbean island. Nestled within a verdant rainforest, the retreat offers guests an immersive experience in the island’s natural setting, boasting breathtaking views. Collaborating with the hotel’s culinary team, Jasmine has curated a menu that embraces Ayurvedic principles, incorporating the fresh, seasonal, and locally-sourced ingredients found right outside the hotel.
The retreat aims to rejuvenate and inspire guests, equipping them with the knowledge to better understand their mind-body connection and how to integrate Ayurvedic wisdom into their daily lives once they return home.
Rabot Hotel
Rabot Hotel from Hotel Chocolat, in located near the town of Soufriere.
Nestled within a UNESCO World Heritage site and situated on Hotel Chocolat’s active organic cacao farm, Rabot Hotel provides a distinctive luxury experience in the heart of Saint Lucia’s rainforest. Guests can immerse themselves in the verdant surroundings where cacao trees flourish. The resort, which boasts views of the famed Petit Piton mountain, features 25 private lodges, an open-air restaurant and bar, an infinity pool, and a spa.
The hotel’s 140-acre Rabot Estate offers a plethora of experiences. Retreat guests can delve into sustainable cacao cultivation, traverse the estate’s varied trails, relish the mud baths at Sulphur Springs nearby, and catch a shuttle to the closest beach.
If you wish to sign up for the retreat, go to HotelChocolat.com. The retreat costs $2,500 for single occupancy or $4,000 for a couple sharing a room.
