General Questions

- Airport transfer from Cork Airport

- 6 days/7 night luxury accommodation

- Daily gourmet meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner)

- Daily Yoga+/- Meditation, Breath Work, and Sauna

- Daily excursion trips and fees to explore

- Experience the charm and beauty of Southern Ireland by private coach/local guide

-Magical surprises! We have fun things planned just for you!

- Airfare to and from Ireland.

- Personal Travel Insurance (mandatory for all our retreats)

- Additional private yoga, stretch, or massage sessions

-Tips, souvenir shopping, and any extra food purchased.

-Alcohol

After reserving your retreat spot we will provide information on which flights work best with the retreat schedules.

Additionally we work with a travel agent to assist clients who do not want to stress about finding the best flights and prices.

If you are not interested in the Epic adventure, there are still options for extending your stay:

• We have the following additional packages:

  • Three days in West Cork at the Inchydony Island Hotel and Spa

  • Three days in Edinburgh, exploring the Scottish highlands

You can add these packages either before or after your trip. When booking your retreat, let us know if you are interested. Amy, our Head of Logistics, will contact you for more information and help you work out those details.

Yes, you can have a private room. There are many options. See full details in the accommodations section under each trip (below).

We will stay at the Silver Birch House in Glengarriff, an 11-room modern holiday manor.

Rooms can include a King, Double, or two twin beds.

Most rooms have their own ensuite bathroom.

There is a living room, Dining room, yoga room, in-house sauna, three kitchens, and a dedicated fitness room.

The house is situated on 90 acres of rainforest, features waterfalls, and has access to Bantry Bay, which is steps away from the house.

Yes. The menu offers a variety of items and can accommodate most dietary requests.  We will host an information session to help prepare for your trip and answer additional questions. We will also have a detailed questionnaire for you to fill out where you can indicate your dietary needs. Please let us know your diet requirements at the information session and on your intake paperwork.

IFit and Healthy Journeys is all about assisting everyone in improving their bodies and lives through functional movement, realistic nutrition, and lifestyle changes. We cater to all ages and fitness levels, and you can choose what you want to do. You do not need to be of any specific fitness level, have done yoga, or be nutritionally savvy to attend our retreat. We provide the initial stepping stones for a healthier and happier life.

If you want to kickstart your health journey before your retreat, Mary Hopperton, our Retreat Director, offers personal training remotely with her yoga and personal training business, Fitness Xpress. Our Master Herbalist, Sherilyn Long, with Idaho Therapeutic Massage, also offers remote sessions for herbal consulting, hypnotherapy, and life coaching. She also has in-person herbal detox massages from her office in Hayden, ID. Mary and Sherilyn have teamed up to create a wellness package to help get you fit and ready for your travel adventure. If you want more information, let Mary know when you book your retreat, and Mary will help you find the right plan!tem description

Mary, our Retreat Director, strives to ensure that all activities are safe for every guest and will customize them to suit each guest. We will schedule information sessions before your retreat to answer questions and prepare for your journey. The information sessions will be a good time to ask questions and let us know if you have any concerns. We want the retreat to be enjoyable, relaxing, and fun for all guests! 

Please make sure to pack clothes suitable to the climate and time of year you are traveling. Please ask us when you book so we can assist you with your wardrobe needs. You will need to bring exercise clothing and daywear.  We suggest you also pack a smart casual outfit for dinners. Footwear should include a pair of exercise shoes or walking shoes. We encourage you to leave most of your technology at home or switch it off your devices to minimize distractions and make the most of your experience. Consider this your opportunity to reconnect with yourself and nature during your retreat. Bring a good camera to capture your favorite retreat moments. You may want some euros for tips or to buy gifts and snacks (check with your bank to order local currencies), but most places accept credit cards.

Reserve your spot by contacting us at mary@fitandhealthyjourneys.com

-A deposit of $1600 is needed to secure your spot. $500 of this will be nonrefundable.

-The remainder is due 30 Days after your deposit.

-Payment plan options are available at additional cost. Speak to Mary, our Retreat Director, to request a payment plan.

- We accept Visa, MasterCard, or personal checks.

Canceling 90 days or more before the retreat starts: 100% of your payment (minus the nonrefundable $500) can be applied toward another Fit and Healthy Journeys Retreat.

Canceling 60 to 89 days before the retreat starts: 75% of your payment (minus the nonrefundable $500) can be applied toward another Fit and Healthy Journeys Retreat. You forfeit the remaining 25% of your payment.

Canceling 31 to 59 days before the retreat starts: 50% of your payment (minus the nonrefundable $500) can be applied toward another Fit and Healthy Journeys Retreat. You forfeit the remaining 50% of your payment.

Canceling 30 days or less before the retreat start date: 25% of your payment (minus the nonrefundable $500) can be applied toward another Fit and Healthy Journeys Retreat. You will forfeit the remaining 75% of your payment.

Depending on the policy and conditions, travel insurance (mandatory for the retreat) will pay for some or all cancellation fees. Most agencies require that you purchase travel insurance within 14 days of booking your reservation.

In the unlikely event that we need to reschedule a retreat, you have one year to apply your full retreat payment toward the cost of another Fit and Healthy Journeys Retreat or receive a refund if not rescheduled within a year. 

In addition to the obvious expense of shopping and souvenirs, alcohol is extra, except for one glass of wine at our farewell dinner.

Tipping is optional but should be considered when calculating the number of euros you will need for the trip. Tipping etiquette will be discussed at our information session before the retreat.

We will stay at the Silver Birch House in Glengarriff, an 11-room modern holiday manor.

Rooms can include a King, Double, or two twin beds.

Most rooms have their own ensuite bathroom.

There is a living room, Dining room, yoga room, in-house sauna, three kitchens, and a dedicated fitness room.

The house is situated on 90 acres of rainforest, features waterfalls, and has access to Bantry Bay, which is steps away from the house.