Greece Retreat FAQ

Paros, Greece 2024

July 7 - 14 | Okreblue Eco Retreat

 

Contact Information

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Retreat Center | Okreblue Eco Retreat

  • Note: Contact Okreblue to book activities or for additional information.

  • Online: okreblue.com | reservations@okreblue.com

  • Address: Filizi, Santa Maria, Naoussa, 

    Paros 84401, Greece Google Map>

  • Phone: +30 698 101 4300

  • Closest Airport: Athens Int Airport

Daily Schedule

The first and last morning practice are together as a group; Schedule may slightly change.

  • 3 PM Check In

    4 PM Welcome

    4:30-5:30 PM Opening Practice

    6:30 PM Dinner (Tentative)

  • 7:00 - 10:30 AM chanting & practice

    11:00 AM Brunch

    Free Time | Group Outing

    6:00 - 7:15 PM Workshop and restorative practice

    7:30 PM Dinner (July 13th: we will go out to dinner)

    End of day walking meditation

  • 7:30 - 8:30 AM Closing Practice

    9:00 AM Breakfast

    Check out by 10:00 AM

What’s included in the price?

7 nights of accommodation, 3 daily meals (light breakfast snacks, brunch and dinner), daily: yoga practice, walking meditation, pranayama, chanting practice, and workshops.

Not included:

  • Airfare

  • Transportation

  • Cost of excursions

  • Dinner on July 13th: We will be eating together at a local restaurant.

May I bring my kids or non-practicing partner?

If you have spoken to us about it, yes. Children and non-practicing partners pay a partial rate, and you must reserve a single use room.

How do I get to the retreat from the airport?

Our suggestion is to fly into Athens on Saturday 6th and meet at the port early morning on Sunday 7th to take a ferry as a group. The 2 companies that sail to Paros is Blue Star Ferries and Hellenic Seaways.

BlueStar ferries takes about 4:30 hours and runs twice a day with tickets starting at 37€. Hellenic Seaways takes about 2:45 hours with tickets starting at 50€. Rafina port is closer to Athens airport and you can get there either by taxi or bus.
A ferry ride will take you about 4 hours with tickets starting at 50€.

For tickets and information visit: Okreblue

Should I change money to the local currency?

Yes, it's advisable to bring a mix of cash and credit cards on vacation.

Dietary Restrictions

Retreat will be vegetarian. Please specify in the sign up form. Please see all details on the food here.

Is the studio indoors? 

Yes

Is there a swimming pool on site?

No, Santa Maria beach is on the property line.

What should I pack?

Passport, sunscreen, sun shirt, sun hat, water bottle, notebook and pen, chargers, electricity converters, shampoo & conditioner, beach towel, open and closed shoes, googles to explore the bottom of the sea.

Soap, bathroom and pool towels are provided by the villa. The onsite studio has mats, blocks, bolsters and straps for all.

Rooms include: Refrigerator, Kettle & Tea Cups, Daily Room Service, Ensuite bathroom, Wi-Fi, Outdoor Patio, Ceiling Fan, Towels & Linen, Biodegradable Soap, Hair Dryer On Request

What are the group excursions?

Group outings are optional, but a big part of our Yoga Retreat structure. We take great pride in how we tailor our group explorations :) Options for group outings will be shared in excel sheet a few months prior to the retreat start date and then discussed daily during breakfast.

Suggested last day outing: boat ride to explore the island from the sea.

What are the local attractions to explore?

Exploring local beaches and villages such as the beautiful Naoussa. More Coming soon.

What other activities are offered?

The Retreat center can arrange massages, car/scooter/bike rentals and boat hire. You can contact Greta for more details.