The Wellnest offers a women's retreat Ixtapa, Mexico experience facilitated by Valina Swan, designed to create space for rest, reflection, and meaningful connection. Set along the sun-warmed coastline of Ixtapa, this women's retreat invites you to step away from the weight of everyday life, breathe in the ocean air, and reconnect with the parts of yourself that have been waiting to be heard.
Within a safe and supportive environment, women gather to share experiences, release what they've been carrying, and rediscover their joy, curiosity, and sense of belonging through genuine connection and community.
Each women's retreat Ixtapa, Mexico is thoughtfully designed to support reflection, connection, and personal renewal.
Within a safe and supportive environment, the retreat experience nurtures emotional wellbeing, meaningful
conversations, and a deeper connection with yourself and the women sharing the journey.
Facilitated group conversations that support reflection, emotional insight, and meaningful connection throughout the Ixtapa women's retreat experience.
Wholesome meals and restorative practices thoughtfully designed to support body, mind, and wellbeing in the warmth of a Mexican coastal setting.
Comfortable and beautifully appointed accommodations along the shores of Ixtapa, offering a peaceful and nurturing space for rest, ease, and renewal.
If you're curious about the retreat experience but not quite sure if it's the right fit, you don't have to figure it out alone. This clarity conversation offers a relaxed space to connect with Valina, ask questions, and explore whether the women's retreat Ixtapa, Mexico feels aligned with what you're looking for.
Each women's retreat Ixtapa, Mexico is thoughtfully designed to support reflection, connection, and personal renewal.
Within a safe and supportive environment, the retreat experience nurtures emotional wellbeing, meaningful
conversations, and a deeper connection with yourself and the women sharing the journey.
Arrive, settle into your coastal accommodations, and join a welcoming circle to connect, set intentions, and gently begin the retreat journey together.
Guided group sessions, nourishing meals, and quiet time beside the ocean create space for insight, honest conversation, and meaningful connection.
A gentle closing day focused on reflection, integration, and carrying the clarity and warmth of the Ixtapa retreat experience back into everyday life.









If you're feeling the need to pause and reconnect with yourself, you don't have to go through this journey alone. Many women
who attend our women's wellness retreats describe leaving with deeper connection, renewed clarity, and meaningful friendships.
“Getting to meet and connect with all the wonderful women here and getting to hear their stories. I had a great time, very relaxed, and always as busy as I wanted to be. 10/10! Thank-you for everything!”
“The kindness… Having a restful resourced, space to create and FEEL! It was supercalafragalisticexpialadotious! Thank-you!”
I’ve had the pleasure of attending two retreats at the Woman’s WellNest Retreat, created and hosted by the beautiful Valina Swan. The accommodations are thoughtfully chosen. The first two retreats were held at the House of the Friesians — a stunning location nestled in the Columbia Valley. Future retreats will also be held at Castle Black Swan. Regardless of locale, the retreat itself is the heart of the experience, and the beautiful settings are simply the icing on the cake. Valina provides a safe, nurturing space for women to meet, share, learn about themselves, and heal. All the while, we are served delicious, lovingly prepared food, with every dietary need thoughtfully accommodated. Meals and snacks are plentiful, nourishing, and always enjoyed. Activities and sessions are laid out with intention, allowing the days to unfold with a natural, gentle rhythm. Participation is always voluntary, yet at each retreat I’ve attended, every woman has chosen to join in — because this is where the heart of the retreat truly awakens. We laughed, some of us cried, walls came down, and compassion ruled. The level of trust allows everyone to let their hair down, learn from each other, and share pieces of their lives. And of course… what happens at the cabin stays at the cabin. In addition to group sessions, there are activities you can enjoy on your own — art therapy, journaling, and even horse therapy. Valina also invites special guests. In the past, this has included acupressure sessions, a mobile sauna (which paired beautifully with the well-water outdoor hot tub), and a gorgeous live music performance by the talented Ruth Purves Smith. I’m not going to spill the beans on all the activities — we’d love for you to come and experience them for yourself. I’ve made lifelong connections and friendships at both retreats and am truly excited for the gatherings to come. Please watch Valina’s social media pages for upcoming retreats held in BC, Mexico, and quite possibly Alberta as well. You will be very glad you did.



The Wellnest Retreat offers women’s wellness retreat experiences designed to support emotional healing, genuine connection, and personal growth. Our holistic women’s retreat spaces provide a safe, nurturing environment where women can slow down, reconnect, and feel deeply supported.
