A World of Sharing With Best of Both Surf and Yoga Retreat in Bali
The power and beauty of Bali lies deep within the lay of the land and the connection that the Balinese maintain with the earthy deity called Ibu Pertiwi (First Mother). They have a deeply ingrained sense of understanding and appreciation that all they have and love is birthed and given by mother earth. In this way everyone is bound to the collective principle, all brothers and sisters of the one mother.

Within this union a shared responsibility for the whole is felt by all. Most everything in this way falls into the category of "biasa", which simply means what is normal or ordinary. From this normalcy comes an extraordinary feeling of continuity. Observe closely the gamelan orchestra, hammers prancing along the brass bars at incredible speed with precise synchronicity. Or the Pendet dancers in the temple, brought together from old and young, unrehearsed, yet moving gracefully in unison, perfectly coordinated through submission to the "one".

Tour date

• May 22nd-31st 2009

Rates

• Shared Room $ 3100
• Private Room $ 4549
  

Booking Policy:

It is advisable to make your reservations as early as possible. Spaces on the retreat and flights to Bali can fill up fast. Tentative bookings are made upon receipt of a completed reservation form.

Payment:

After booking and $500 deposit have been made, full payment within 90 days before trip date secures your reservation. Once payment has been received, confirmation and a complete travel information packet are sent via e-mail to help you prepare for your vacation. We accept payment in Bank Transfer or Visa/ MasterCard only.

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Situated in the most sought after location in Seminyak, the Best of Both Villa is a garden oasis, peaceful and serene, yet only moments from Bali's most popular restaurants, shops, spas and beautiful beaches.

Our villas feature handcrafted teak furniture, and paintings by Balinese artists are joyfully woven throughout the buildings that open directly onto lush tropical gardens and swimming pool. Each villa offers charming personalized accommodation that combines laid-back island living with a luscious ambiance. Great care has been taken to ensure the comfort of your 'home away from home', with pleasurable luxuries such.

Villa Facilities

• Daily housekeeping
• Personal laundry service
• DVD and reading library
• Local phone access
• Large swimming pool
• Sun loungers and pool towels
  
• Large flat screen TV/DVD
• Complimentary WiFi internet

Each Room Has

• Queen beds or two singles for each guest with quality linens
• Private adjoining bathroom
• Large luxurious cotton bath sheets & towels
• Natural aromatherapy soaps
• Hairdryer
• Guest Robes and slippers
• Air conditioning
• Fresh tropical flowers

The Best of Both Sanctuary is located on the Seminyak of Bali, Indonesia, just a short stroll to the beach, in the friendly village of Seminyak which is home to some of Bali's most chic shops, restaurants and spas.

Best of Both Surf and Yoga Meals
Exotic dinner banquets and daily gourmet brunches are included in your retreat package. You will enjoy a sampling of international and Asian cuisine, with new dishes presented at each meal so you can look forward to a fresh taste sensation every day.

Our meals are prepared with love and care, so you benefit from a healthy and delicious menu that will compliment your surf, yoga and spa experience. Every meal includes ingredients such as freshly caught seafood, organic locally grown vegetables, fresh tropical fruits and home-made baked goods. Meals are served with purified spring water, fruit juices, Bali's famous local coffee, and herbal, green and black teas. The dining experience on our retreats has always been a highlight, and many a guest has told us we should be called 'gourmet goddess' retreats!

Some dinners are not included on the retreat, so that guests may enjoy local restaurants which offer world class dining at affordable prices (starting from $10 USD), all within walking distance of our villa. Guests are also welcome to purchase their own soft drinks, beer and wine while on the retreat.

For us, the spa is a sanctuary for those seeking rejuvenation of the body and soul. Our programs are dedicated to embracing the best things in life, and what better way than to pamper yourself with a spa treatment after a wonderful day of surfing?

Our retreats include decadent spa treatments in the privacy of your villa with natural ingredients to balance and harmonize the body, such as:

• Sea salt foot scrub in rose petal bath
• Relaxing full body massage with aromatic oil
• Avocado body mask and scrub to hydrate and exfoliate
• Yogurt body polish to tone
• Cleansing facial to make you glow!

In Indonesia, individual beauty treatments and therapies have been used for centuries, handed down from generation to generation. The restorative properties of the treatments have been tuned to perfection; proven methods for improving quality of life. All products are indigenous to Indonesia and contain the most natural herbs and spices.

A wide variety of additional spa treatments can be enjoyed at the many spas that are located close by...indulge yourself

What better way to enjoy the colorful sunrises and sunsets in Bali than with a rejuvenating yoga class. On each retreat we offer our unique style of yoga which is designed to enhance your surfing and facilitate mind, body and spirit connection.

Our restorative yoga classes follow the yogic traditions of classical Hatha, Iyengar, Kundalini and Tantra to weave a flowing and relaxing experience designed especially for women.  The natural warmth of the tropics provides the perfect space to deepen stretches and help the body detoxify and come alive using ancient series of poses enjoyed in yoga classes around the world.

We provide all your equipment including, yoga mats, bolsters, straps, blocks and eye masks.  Classes are suitable for all levels of students and your instructor will modify exercises to meet your individual needs and ability level.  Sessions typically begin with relaxed stretching to warm up, progress through more vigorous and challenging yoga postures, and are completed with deeper stretches and further relaxation. Specific areas can be addressed upon request.

Dez Bartelt's Personal Invitation to You

• We welcome solo women travelers as well as pairs and groups of friends and female family members.
  
• No prior surf or yoga experience is needed - most of our guests are absolute beginners.
• Women of all levels of surf and yoga experience are invited to join us.
• Guests must be at least 18 years of age to attend. There is no maximum age limit. You can learn to surf at any age and have a wonderful time! (Guests under 18 must be accompanied by an adult). We recommend that our guests be in good physical health to participate in our various activities.
• All guests must read and agree to the terms in our participant agreement and assumption of risk form prior to attending a retreat.
  

What airlines fly to Bali?
Bali's Airport Code is DPS (Denpasar). The first and last days of your trip are travel days. You should book your flight to arrive in Denpasar before 5pm (ideally, but not a must) and, on the last day, to depart 5pm or later if possible to have enough time to surf on the final day of the retreat.

From the US/Canada - Malaysia Airlines, China Airlines, Eva Airlines, Continental Airlines, Japan Airlines, Korean Airlines, Thai Airways, Cathay Pacific, Singapore Airlines, American Airlines.

From UK/Europe - Malaysia Airlines (Best Value!), China Airlines, Eva Airlines (Check out their deluxe economy seats!), Thai Airways, Cathay Pacific, Singapore Airlines, Garuda, Qantas, British Airways, Lufthansa, Royal Brunei, Japan Airlines.

From Asia - Malaysia Airlines, China Airlines, Eva Airlines, Thai Airways, Cathay Pacific, Singapore Airlines, Garuda, Air Paradise, Australian Air, Japan Airlines, Korean Airlines.