Everything was perfect! Best retreat I have been on! Best guides, we felt safe - so knowledgeable, fantastic food. I loved that we stayed in different places and the schedule was perfect!

— Anette, Norway

The retreat was INCREDIBLE! The perfect blend of adventure, rejuvenation, rest and yoga in idyllic settings.

— Danielle, USA

“It was the most extraordinary experience – and with the greatest people to have shared this with. Life will not be the same after Bhutan.”

— Zeynep, London

“I wanted to let you know how extraordinary the Bhutan retreat was. I had so many fears about the trip and my physical capacity – our guide and teachers balanced it so well and made it possible for me to fulfill the experience. For me, it is not an exaggeration to say that this was life-changing and personally very important and I feel grateful. The special nature of Bhutan shone through and made this truly amazing!”

— Julie, USA

“We visited amazingly beautiful Buddhist temples reached by climbing up the mountainside – and even got to meditate with the monks! Bhutan is an unspoiled country with friendly people, stunning architecture, and I loved the food!”

— Trudi, Switzerland

“Bhutan has always been on my bucket list and having the chance to combine it with yoga was nothing short of magical. This experience will last a lifetime.”

— Karen, Canada

“Healthy hedonism set the tone for a playful week of yoga, mindfulness, laughter, and connection. The food leaves me speechless. The new friends – I will never forget! I leave in great peace and joy!”

— Joanna, Australia

“Divine! I haven’t been anyplace like Borgo di Carpiano where I love every corner of it: the nature, the hospitality, the kindness…. I am at a loss for words!”

— Neslihan, Turkey

“It’s difficult to put into words how special this experience was.”

— Jackie, Scotland

“An experience I will never forget! Perfection—the best hotel and hospitality I’ve ever received anywhere in the world. I would recommend an Exotic Yoga Retreat to anyone who asks! My heart is overflowing as a result of the warmth, connection and spirit of all the wonderful people involved!”

—Simon Jarvis, Australia

“Hands down, the best retreat I’ve ever been to, and I have been to many! Perfect combination of leisure, relaxation, cultural immersion, and exceptional food! Gayle’s yoga has an incredible depth of knowledge, from her anatomical references, to her deep teachings of asana and pranayama. The best is her acceptance of all levels of practice, respecting each individual’s body and level of practice. Can’t wait to join another Exotic Yoga Retreat!”

—Tricia Desvarieux, Haiti

“This is, without a doubt, one of the best experiences of my life. I have made connections with people and myself that I never would have expected. Those connections will be in my heart and help me be a better version of myself for the rest of my life.”

— Brent Van Slyke, US