I usually DIY holidays but this time I wanted it all sorted for me so OSR was the perfect option. This was my first retreat and I was glad to leave myself open to curiosity and surprise. I set myself a couple of goals but no words can fully describe nor give justice to what unfolded during those 6 days. Here goes…. I met some amazing women, my Soul Sisters and together we sampled holistic therapies and shared clean, nutritious and delicious food. I detoxed for the week… no alcohol or coffee and discovered I’ve been dehydrated my whole life! Carly and the boys from the D school taught us to surf, a great confidence builder, healthy and challenging as we rode the green waves out the back!! Amanda and Rae were awesome yoga teachers and passed on a wealth of information to improve the mind, body and soul. I recommend you leave your inhibitions at home and sample all the therapies on offer. I found them complementary addressing my blockages (aka baggage), giving me choice in the decisions I now make and just learning to be. Highlights – traditional Balinese healing ceremony, pair yoga, surfing out the back, twin share lodgings with a beautiful outdoor bathroom, nightly gifts, matcha tea bliss balls, green smoothies, the wonderful OSR staff and our gorgeous host Georgie. Her attention to detail is second to none, every need and wish is accommodated…. she’s one super cool chick. Ok, so now I’m home and pleased to say I’m staying true to my new goals and it’s been super easy. My body is thankful for the extra water, my skin is glowing, I now make decisions which are good for me and no one else, I have new life long friends (the amazing Soul Sisters!!) and my critical friend inside my head is a lot quieter. OSR was truly a life changing experience, so book your ‘gift to self’ and you’ll see what I mean. Namaste girlfriend.

– LISA Stayed in October 2015