October 29th - November 4th, 2026
day of the dead RETREAT
tepoztlan, mexico
Flourish Fully - Coming together as men and women honoring the Cycles of Life"is a one-of-a-kind retreat that combines experiencing the rich culture of Mexico during this very special time of the year, Dia de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead), with cultivating mindfulness practices and deepening our connection to the seasons of life. This retreat is designed to explore our relationship to death and transition, whether it be people, work, or places, and to bring awareness to the potential of creating perspectives that honor all of life's stages so that we can live more fully. We will explore and authentically celebrate this tradition, weaving together rituals and transformative workshops focused on raising our vibes and honoring our journeys, individually and collectively.
Dia de los Muertos
This is a special Mexican holiday as it celebrates the lives of loved ones who have departed. Colorful altars with photos, favorite foods, sugar skull candies, and artisanal crafts are made in most homes. We will be creating our own altars, integrating this beautiful ritual into our personal experience by gathering candles, incense, and other traditional items.
Tepoztlan is renowned throughout Mexico for its authenticity in celebrating this holiday. The village comes alive with the aromas of pan de muerto (traditional sweet bread) and burning copal (a type of incense). People dressed in traditional clothes walk the streets and visit the decorated cemeteries, leaving trails of marigold petals in their wake. This is truly a magical time to be here.
Tepoztlan
Just 1.5 hours' drive south of Mexico City, at the foothills of the corridor to the Volcano Popocatepetl, we retreat for 5 nights in the majestic village of Tepoztlan, Morelos. Recognized as one of the few Pueblos Magicos in the country, this village is home to a pyramid and is renowned for its cobblestone streets, vibrant markets, and healing traditions, making it truly a magical village.
This is the town where Daniela lived and raised her children for 15 years, and her relations and connections to the people and place offer a depth and perspective of the culture and place that deeply enriches the whole experience.
Mexico City
The last day and night of the retreat will be spent in Mexico City. We will have lunch and walk around the colonial and super charming area of Coyoacan, as well as visit the Frida Kahlo Museum. The evening will be spent at the historic Hotel de Cuidad de Mexico, famous for its Tiffany glass rooftop. It is located on the historic Zocalo of Mexico City. We will explore the promenade, seeing the ancient Aztec ruins of Temple Mayor and the spectacular architecture of the Cathedral of the Zocalo.
Our evenings
In the evenings, we will gather to explore the Dia de los Muertos festivities, visiting the town and cemetery at night when things are most alive. On other evenings, we will hold a sweat lodge (temazcal), a sacred circle ceremony, and enjoy a fire dancing performance. Throughout the week, we will explore fine dining of traditional Mexican dishes at the hotel and various restaurants, typically on outdoor patios, given the balmy nights of Tepoztlán. The temperatures at this time of the year might vary between 70-80 degrees during the day, and most of our activities will be outdoors.
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We will be staying at the classic Posada Tepozteco Hotel. The group size is limited to 12 guests. Daniella has been friends with the owner for 20 years. The views, food, service, and location provide an ideal setting for this magical experience.
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The workshops and excursions are designed and aligned each day to correspond to the themes we are exploring. Morning sessions will cover content focused on the themes of death, transition, and letting go in various aspects of our lives. This is more about cultivating a healthy, perhaps new relationship to these themes and how to integrate them.
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We will be traveling in and out of Mexico City to get to Tepozlan. This provides an opportunity if you so wish, to explore the rich culture of Mexico City and the ancient pryamid of Teotihuacan. Daniela can help arrange private drivers and share her favorite places! This is a very busy time of the year in Mexico City, it is suggested to book hotel reservations asap.
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Travel:
Airfare not included. Private van for airport pick up & drop off provided at 4pm on Oct 29th to transport 1.5 hours to Posada Tepozteco Hotel in Tepozlan included.Retreat Includes:
Hotel accommodations, price varying on single or double occupancy.
Breakfast and an additional meal per day (3 dinners and 2 lunches due to varying itinerary).
Yoga, sound healing, excursion to Las Estacas healing waters, Day of the Dead party at Kati’s castle, temozcal (sweat lodge), hike to local pyramid.Optional Expenses are not Included:
There are numerous private healing sessions with exceptional local healing arts practitioners who Daniela has worked with for years. An exceptional offering of this retreat given its theme is a reading with Christine Goodman (a truly gifted medium that provides readings with loved ones that have passed).Retreat Price:
Double Occupancy: $3100Single Occupancy: contact Daniela based on availability
A $1,000 non-refundable (however transferrable) deposit by August 1st to reserve your spot. An additional $1,000 is required by September 1st with full payment by October 1st.
“The Flourish Fully retreats are truly expansive and awe-inspiring experiences. Daniela creates a safe and sacred container that allows for a deeper connection with self, the group, and the elements of nature than ever imagined possible. These retreats strike the perfect balance between cultural adventure and spiritual exploration, laughter and tears, spaciousness and structure.”
“Daniela is a master at building community, positive enlightenment, and boundless love at her retreat. She provides a cultural backdrop for learning, growing, sharing, and, ultimately, for transformation. Transformation isn’t a casual word, and the Flourish Fully retreat isn’t a casual vacation. This experience awakened my senses and connected me to my soul. I loved every minute! Thank you, Daniela, our spiritual conductor.”