A Journey Through Slovenia & Croatia
The Architecture of Freedom
September 27 - October 6, 2027
What if freedom isn't about changing your life, but changing how you experience it?
Join us for nine extraordinary nights in Slovenia and Croatia, where breathtaking landscapes, meaningful connections and personal discovery come together. The Architecture of Freedom is an invitation to explore what becomes possible when you release old expectations, reconnect with yourself and begin
living life on your own terms.
Two Countries. One Extraordinary Journey.
​From the mountains and lakes of Slovenia to the Adriatic coast and historic villages of Croatia, The Architecture of Freedom is an invitation to step outside the familiar, question the beliefs and expectations that shape your life, and imagine what might be possible when you begin choosing differently.
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This is not about becoming someone new.
It's about discovering how much of yourself is already here,
just waiting for room to emerge.
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Slovenia | September 27 – October 1
Hotel Bohinj, Lake Bohinj
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Nestled in the Julian Alps, Lake Bohinj offers a spectacular setting for the start of our journey.
Surrounded by mountains, forests and pristine alpine waters, we'll settle into a slower rhythm, allowing time for reflection, exploration and connection.
Our home is Hotel Bohinj, a beautiful retreat-style property designed to complement its natural surroundings.
Our days will weave together:
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Guided breathwork and meditation
Thought-provoking coaching conversations
Opportunities for personal reflection and journaling
Exploration of the natural beauty and culture of Slovenia
Shared meals and meaningful connection
Time to rest, wander and simply be
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The mountains offer a fitting place to begin asking an important question:
What are you ready to leave behind?
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Croatia | October 1 – October 6
Villa Old Olive VIII, Istria​
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Our journey continues south to Istria, Croatia, where rolling hills, olive groves, medieval villages and the
sparkling Adriatic Sea provide a beautiful contrast to Slovenia's alpine landscape.
We'll stay together at Villa Old Olive VIII, a private villa near Vodnjan, creating an intimate home base for
the second half of our retreat. Here, we'll deepen the conversations, explore new perspectives and make room for the joy of discovery.
Our time in Croatia will include a thoughtfully curated combination of:
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Breathwork, meditation and guided coaching
Cultural and culinary experiences
Opportunities to explore Istria's coastal towns and countryside
Shared meals and unhurried conversations
Personal time for relaxation and integration
A closing experience to honour what we've discovered
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Possible excursions include Rovinj, Brijuni National Park and the hilltop villages of Motovun and Oprtalj.
Final activities will be confirmed as arrangements are completed.
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Freedom isn't only something we discover. It's something we learn to practise.
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More Than a Retreat. A Different Way of Experiencing Life.
Throughout our journey, we'll explore the patterns, expectations and inherited beliefs that can quietly
shape our choices.
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Where do we hold ourselves back?
Where have we confused responsibility with obligation?
What might change if we trusted ourselves more deeply?
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Through guided coaching, astrology, breathwork, meditation and honest conversation, we'll create opportunities for insight and meaningful personal exploration.
There will also be laughter, beautiful meals, unexpected discoveries and plenty of time to enjoy being
somewhere extraordinary.
This isn't a retreat built around a packed schedule or constant self-improvement.
It's an opportunity to experience life with greater awareness, curiosity and freedom.
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The Rhythm of Our Days
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Each day will offer a balance of guided experiences, exploration and time to enjoy our surroundings.
We'll gather for breathwork, meditation, coaching conversations and astrological insights, with opportunities for personal reflection along the way.
There will be shared adventures, beautiful meals, meaningful conversations and plenty of time to explore independently. Our days will have intention without being overly scheduled, allowing space for both
discovery and relaxation.
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Your Guides
Tommi Hanley
Certified Life Coach | Owner, Cedarvale Wellbeing
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Tommi combines more than 20 years of professional event planning with her work in coaching, personal transformation and nervous-system regulation. Her coaching explores the inherited beliefs and patterns that shape our choices, relationships and sense of self, and how we can begin living with greater awareness and
freedom.
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The Architecture of Freedom will be her fifth retreat offering in six years, reflecting her passion for creating thoughtfully curated experiences that bring people together through travel, meaningful conversation and
personal discovery.
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Leanne Kavanagh
Diploma-Certified Astrologer | Retreat Co-Facilitator
Leanne is known for her intuitive depth, raw authenticity, and practical mysticism, Leanne guides others through periods of awakening, transition, healing and reclamation helping them align with who they truly are beneath conditioning, survival and expectation.
She blends astrology, somatic healing, breathwork, energy practices and spiritual embodiment, to help people reconnect to their truth, purpose, nervous system wisdom and inner power.
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Investment
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Shared Accommodation — CAD $4,500 per person; two guests sharing a room
Single Accommodation — CAD $5,500 per person; one guest occupying the room
All bedrooms at our Croatian Villa have private bathrooms
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Your Retreat Includes
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Nine nights' accommodation in Slovenia and Croatia
Meals as outlined in the final itinerary
Three group transfers: Venice airport to Slovenia; Slovenia to Croatia; and Croatia to Venice airport
Curated group activities and excursions included in the final itinerary
Guided coaching, astrology, breathwork and meditation experiences
Retreat facilitation throughout the journey​​​​
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Not included: airfare, travel insurance, personal purchases, optional activities
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Payment Schedule​​​
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$1,000 non-refundable deposit by December 15, 2026
$2,000 second payment by April 1, 2027
Final balance by July 30, 2027 — $1,500 for shared accommodation or $2,500 for private accommodation
All prices are in Canadian dollars
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Extend Your Journey: Venice, Italy
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Our retreat begins and ends with transfers through Venice, making it a wonderful opportunity to spend additional
time exploring this remarkable city. Guests who wish to extend their travels in Venice are welcome to make independent arrangements before or after the retreat. The Venice extension is optional and is not included in the retreat investment.
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Is This Journey Calling You?
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Perhaps you're navigating a transition. Perhaps you've spent years meeting everyone else's expectations. Or perhaps you're simply curious about what life might feel like with more space, intention and freedom.
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You don't need to have all the answers.
Just a willingness to explore the questions.
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Nine nights. Two beautiful countries. A small circle of fellow travellers. And the possibility of seeing your
life through a different lens.
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The Architecture of Freedom
Slovenia & Croatia | September 27 – October 6, 2027
Freedom is Choice.
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Space is limited to 10 guests.
Contact Cedarvale Wellbeing to earn more and book
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