{"id":7303,"date":"2026-01-12T12:53:02","date_gmt":"2026-01-12T10:53:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/yayaki.com\/?p=7303"},"modified":"2026-01-12T16:47:19","modified_gmt":"2026-01-12T14:47:19","slug":"slow-down-retreat-on-spetses-island-a-luxury-wellness-getaway-in-greece","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/yayaki.com\/fr\/blog\/slow-down-retreat-on-spetses-island-a-luxury-wellness-getaway-in-greece\/","title":{"rendered":"The Slow Down Retreat: A Luxury Wellness Getaway in Greece"},"content":{"rendered":"
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We are delighted to announce our very first wellness retreat in Greece<\/strong>, hosted here at our hotel, Yayaki, in Spetses<\/strong>. For this first adventure, we are proud to work in collaboration with Alexandra from The Journeys Of Remembering<\/em>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Together, we bring you an intimate retreat in Greece<\/strong> designed for those seeking:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To unplug from daily stress,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step away from city life,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Reconnect with a slower, more meaningful rhythm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Experience a Slow Living Retreat in Greece<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Taking place in the off-season, the SLOW DOWN<\/strong> RETREAT in Spetses<\/strong> invites you to immerse yourself in the island\u2019s peaceful natural beauty \u2014 just two hours from Athens by ferry boat or car<\/a>. It\u2019s a rare chance to experience slow travel in Greece<\/strong>, when the crowds are not here yet, time feels expansive, and every moment encourages presence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Like nature awakening after winter, this retreat offers the space to restore energy, breathe deeply, and savor life\u2019s simplest pleasures \u2014 from the soft Mediterranean light of May to the birdsong greeting each morning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Slow Down Experience<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As the owners of Hotel Yayaki, Spetses<\/strong>,<\/a> we know firsthand what it means to slow down. The SLOW DOWN RETREAT,<\/strong> is a way to share that transformative experience with you. During your stay, you will be guided through: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mindful practices,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Reflective sessions,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nourishing seasonal meals,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Meaningful connection<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Together with Alexandra, we have thoughtfully designed this retreat to help you return to yourself, without pressure, expectations, or performance. Expect a flexible, slow paced schedule including :<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morning Qigong & Meditation <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Workshops under the Pergola organised by The Journeys of Remembering<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Boat Trip & Water Ritual<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stretching<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Herb collecting & Hiking<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Delicious homemade Greek traditional meals, with vegan and vegetarian options<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

… AND MORE!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The combination of Alexandra\u2019s guidance, the tranquil setting of our boutique hotel, and the timeless charm of Spetses<\/a> creates a true sanctuary for relaxation and inner alignment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Retreat Details<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Where:<\/strong> Hotel Yayaki, Spetses Island, Greece
When:<\/strong> May 6\u201310, 2026
What:<\/strong> A five night immersive wellness and mindfulness retreat<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Website:<\/strong> www.yayaki.com<\/a>
Instagram:<\/strong> @yayakispetses<\/a>
Organisation: <\/strong>Yayaki x The Journeys of Remembering
Wellness Facilitation:<\/strong> The Journeys of Remembering<\/a>
Maximum participants:<\/strong> 20 people
Language of the retreat: <\/strong>English and Greek<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Venue \u2013 Yayaki, Spetses<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Your SLOW DOWN retreat in Greece<\/strong> takes place here, at Yayaki<\/strong>, our boutique hideaway in the heart of Spetses Island.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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More than a hotel, Yayaki is a home designed for rest, mindfulness, and re-connection. Every corner encourages you to soften, breathe, and embrace a slower pace of living.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surrounded by the quiet charm of Spetses, our boutique hotel offers an ideal setting for a digital detox, mindfulness or wellness retreats in Greece<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mornings begin in stillness, afternoons unfold in ease, and evenings invite reflection, conversation, and calm. Steeped in history yet infused with modern comfort, Yayaki embodies the authentic, peaceful, and grounding spirit of the island \u2014 just two hours from Athens, yet it feels like a world away.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Facilities:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

15 bedrooms and suites<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Outdoor pergola and seating area<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Outdoor bar, pool, and sunbeds<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Services: <\/strong>massage<\/a>, yoga, e-bicycle\/bicycle\/scooter\/ATV rentals, Kaiki boat trips around the island<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Meet Your Wellness Facilitator \u2013 Alexandra Vranopoulou<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Alexandra Vranopoulou, founder of The Journeys of Remembering<\/a><\/em>, is a transformative wellness facilitator. Her retreats and sessions guide individuals to reconnect with their true essence through meditation, breathwork, embodiment, energy healing, and sacred ceremony.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Alexandra\u2019s approach is intuitive and personalized.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

She creates space for guests to slow down, feel deeply, and reconnect with the wholeness within. Her guidance transforms your stay into a holistic experience of restoration and self-discovery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Join the SLOW DOWN RETREAT<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you feel the call to step away from the rush of life, the SLOW DOWN RETREAT<\/strong> is your invitation to reconnect, recharge, and experience Spetses at its most serene.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For bookings and information: info@yayaki.com<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Spetses awaits. Let yourself slow down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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